First light on Oregon's Smith Rock, reflected in Crooked River. I had a grand time hiking the many trails around this primordial geological formation.

Back from a wonderful image hunt and family visit. Looking forward to catching up.

Enjoy a relaxing Sunday and enjoyable week ahead.

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I'm melting.......a record-setting week ahead with triple digit temps and a predicted high point of 114 here in Spokane. Never seen anything like this severe weather in the Pacific Northwest. With little relief coming for next couple weeks, at least. Gonna be a loooong scorching summer.

I needed a crisp, cool memory to chill me down some. Was so refreshing looking up the Lake Louise outlet on this stormy, snowy day. Wish I could step back into it.

ps: I've got several projects ahead and will reluctantly not be on flickr as much for the next few months. I'll miss the beauty and all of you.

May your week be comfortable and wonderful!

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Happy Earth Day!

"Only when the last tree has died and the last river been poisoned and the last fish been caught will we realize we cannot eat money."
-- Cree Indian Proverb

A wicked storm was gathering over Glacier's Grinnell Point and Swiftcurrent Falls. Like our dear home, a storm is gathering that is/will destroy it. Regardless of how you think it is caused, climate change must be addressed, now.

We photographers have a special connection, respect and love for our planet. It's beauty moves us to explore it, know it and seek to capture it's wonders for others to enjoy and appreciate. This day we give thanks and recognition of the importance of the health and survival of our only home. We must cherish, protect and preserve this special biosphere. Not for us alone, but for future generations.

Thanks for any and all efforts you do to support this vital challenge.

Thanks for your visit. Always appreciated!

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Title challenged again.....

Looking across icy Spillway Lake at some of the many mountains of the Kananaskis. I liked those snags stuck in the ice. Seen along the Smith Dorien Trail thru Peter Lougheed Park.

Thanks for taking a look. Always appreciated!
Have a great week!

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Mt. Rainier lit up with first light reflected in Tipsoo Lake. A good morning indeed!

Have a wonderful week!

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