Another Sunny Day at Mount Hood

Took advantage of another sunny day in the Mount Hood area to climb up 1600ft on the 3.2mile Tom Dick and Harry Mountain trail. About halfway up is Mirror Lake. From there the trail climbs steadily to the one and only switchback and after a fairly level section, there is a final climb to the summit.

View of Mount Hood to the north of Tom Dick and Harry with Mirror Lake in foreground



The mountain top itself

A Day at Washington Park

A precious sunny day in the waning days of summer lends itself to a visit to Portland Japanese Garden, Portland, OR.



Views of The Flat Garden and The Pavilion




The Stone Pagoda Lantern


Architectural Marvel




The Sand and Stone Garden


View of Mount Hood from the east of the Pavilion


Finish the day off by watching the sunset illuminate Mount Hood from the Pittock Mansion.

Mount Hood Viewed from Mirror Lake

A little more than an hour outside Portland on the way to the majestic Mount Hood you find a popular hiking trail right after mile marker 51. After a short leisurely stroll you reach the small but picturesque Mirror Lake.




If you have a little more time, continue up the (yes) Tom Dick and Harry Mountain Trail. But that's for another day.

Moon Rising Over Portland

View of full moon rising over Portland from the Vista Bridge.

Mount St. Helens

Mount St. Helens August 2010.


Mount St. Helens five years ago.

Graduation

This June saw a small all-girls episcopalian school celebrate arguably the most graceful and beautiful graduation ceremony on the islands for its seniors. Experiencing this event alone validates the choices made 12 years ago.