https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2026/05/20/ut-oh-things-that-go-bump-in-the-night-backpacking-with-socrates-and-carlos-castaneda-in-the-sierras/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/screenshot-2026-05-17-at-1.46.58-pm.pngCarlos Castañeda’s first bookCarlos Castañeda’s first book in 1968 was Published by the University of California Press, and considered an academic work of anthropology. 2026-05-20T19:13:05+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/06/01/the-incredible-journeys-of-bone-43-years-of-wandering-and-still-traveling/2026-05-18T17:24:18+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2023/09/27/the-ten-questions-people-most-frequently-ask-bone-the-interview-updated/2026-05-18T17:02:51+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2014/09/02/dog-stew-a-rattlesnake-bite-and-hypothermia/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/img_2363.jpgFrog Lake near Carson PassFrog Lake was a short jaunt off of the Tahoe-Yosemite/PCT near Carson Pass.2026-05-18T16:32:42+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2014/08/31/bone-is-found-but-not-before-the-naked-ladies-jump/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/img_3699.jpgBone naps on a Corn Lillie south of Lake TahoeMy wife, Peggy, and I took Bone back to the area where he was found. The snow was gone and the Corn Lillies large. He decided to take a nap.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/img_2983.jpgThe resort at Echo Lake.The resort at Echo Lake. Cold beer and a hot hamburger, the dream of many a backpacker out on the trail.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/img_3627.jpgLake AlohaA final view of Lake Aloha. Pyramid Peak where Tom was married is the far peak on the left. I took this photo during my PCT Trek.2026-05-18T16:22:48+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/05/03/bone-is-found-but-he-is-still-just-a-bone-part-iii/2026-05-18T14:11:44+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2026/05/18/the-cascading-waterfalls-of-costa-ricas-northern-highlands/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/img_3810-1.jpgCatarata Los Murcielagos in Monteverde CRTop, bottom, in-between and pool.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/img_3808-1.jpgCatarata Los Murcielagos waterfall in the heart of Monteverde CRCatarata Los Murcielagos is a steep but easily reachable waterfall found in the heart of Monteverde, Costa Rica. It took about 20 minutes for Peggy and I to hike to it. Catarata translates to catarac and Murcielagos to bats. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/img_8109.jpgCatarata Los Murcielagos in Monteverde CRPeggy provides a good perspective on how narrow the bridge was. Between the bridge and the Ficus tree it felt like we hadended up in an Indiana Jones or Lara Croft movie.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/img_8102.jpgBridge to Catarata Los Murcielagos in Monte Verde CRAnother view of the bridge.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/img_8093.jpgCatarata Los Murcielagos in Monte Verde CRAnd bottom.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/img_8091.jpgCatarata Los Murcielagos in Monteverde CRhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/img_8090.jpgIMG_8090https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/img_8089.jpgIMG_8089https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/img_7290.jpegEl Tigre Waterfalls in Northern Highlands of Costa RicaPeggy with our grandson Chrishttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/img_3808.jpgCatarata Los Murcielagos in Monteverde CRCatarata Los Murcielagos is a steep but easily reachable waterfall found in the heart of Monteverde, Costa Rica. It took about 20 minutes for Peggy and I to hike to it. Catarata translates to catarac and Murcielagos to bats. 2026-05-19T13:06:02+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2014/08/29/raging-rivers-kamikaze-mosquitoes-and-marriage-on-a-mountain/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/img_3552.jpgLake Aloha in the eveningLake Aloha in the evening. I took this photo on my trip down the PCT.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/screenshot-2026-05-17-at-7.31.06-pm.pngA duck to mark trails in the wildernessThis is what a duck looks like. 2026-05-18T00:35:49+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/04/26/raging-rivers-kamikaze-mosquitoes-and-naked-ladies-jumping-how-bone-was-discovered-part-ii/2026-05-18T00:19:53+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2014/08/27/a-pounding-heart-and-a-sprained-ankle/2026-05-17T21:04:10+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2014/08/25/the-story-of-how-bone-was-found/2026-05-17T20:51:16+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2013/06/01/things-that-go-bump-in-the-night-backpacking-with-socrates-in-the-sierras/2026-05-17T15:39:17+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2010/08/04/welcome-to-bones-world/2026-05-17T15:29:10+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2010/08/09/musings-on-squirrels-and-running-the-colorado/2026-05-17T15:28:44+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2026/05/15/ut-oh-chapter-23-a-left-turn-from-the-right-lane-part-2-on-facing-nuclear-oblivion-and-becoming-an-agnostic/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/img_8417.jpg1963 International Club at Sierra CollegeFrom that point on in my life, I became convinced that here had to be solutions to solving international differences beyond blowing each other off the map. Nation states rattling sabers is one thing; rattling nuclear bombs and other forms of mass destruction is something else. I joined the International Club at Sierra and became a fan of the United Nations.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/img_3810.jpgWaterfall in Monteverde CR2026-05-19T18:09:31+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/07/01/a-sizzling-sun-a-reclining-rattler-and-a-hellaceous-headwind-the-10000-mile-bike-trek/2026-05-17T15:13:14+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/08/19/in-the-beginning-a-reflection-on-the-grouse-ridge-black-buttes-five-lakes-basin-area/2026-05-17T14:51:17+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/08/22/a-journey-into-the-five-lakes-basin/2026-05-17T14:50:19+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2026/05/11/a-visit-to-la-fortuna-costa-rica-where-good-fortune-reigns-it-missed-devastation-but-captured-tourists/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/img_8412.jpgPresident Harold Weaver and College Trustees review plans for the soon to be finishes Sierra College in 1961President Harold Weaver and College Trustees review plans for the soon to be finishes Sierra College in 1961. It was brand new when I arrived in that fall. While I would go on to UC Berkeley for my Junior and Senior years, many of my views of the world were developed in my time at Sierra. I’ll use Wednesday’s post to summarize the four most important ones and how they came to be.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/img_3441-2.jpgSign in Lava Lounge Restaurant in La Fortuna CRA sign on the wall declared “Love for all living creatures is the most notable human attribute” a sentiment we agree with.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/img_7556-1.jpgLava Lounge Restaurant in La Fortuna CRFor lunch, we decided eating in the lava lounge was appropriate.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/img_3445.jpgCana lilie in La Fortuna parkAnd lots of Cana lilies. These beauties can be found in flower gardens around the world, are actually native to Costa Rica.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/img_3443.jpgHeart for tourist photos in La Fortuna CRA large heart where visitors could have a photo taken. Me.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/screenshot-2026-05-07-at-1.04.52-pm.pngMt. Arenal near La Fortuna during its active phaseThis photo from Wikimedia Commons of Mt. Arenal during its active but non-destructive phase shows why millionss of tourists would have made their way to La Fortuna,https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/img_7566.jpgCover to a bar of Nahua chocolate found in La Fortuna CRAfter lunch, Peggy and I wandered around the small town checking out various shops. Peggy, whose love of dark chocolate is monumental, just had to buy a bar of dark chocolate with this interesting wrapper.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/img_7563.jpgArtist studio outside of La FortunaA primitive monster posed above Earth. Was it going to eat our planet?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/img_7562.jpgArt work near the town of La Fortuna CROur trip to and from La Fortuna was https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/img_7558.jpgRoad signs advertise way to see Mt. Arenal near La Fortuna in Costa RicaSigns along the road advertised different ways tourists might want to explore Mt. Arenal. Horse Back riding, ATVs and hiking were all options.2026-05-19T10:53:12+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/10/30/the-cannonball-ghost-scary-halloween-tales-part-ii/2026-05-14T11:43:58+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2010/09/22/looking-for-long-dead-mekemsons-makemsons-and-marshalls/2026-05-14T11:43:27+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2010/10/31/the-mekemson-ghost-of-fort-mifflin/2026-05-14T11:41:11+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/01/29/fort-mifflin-a-tale-of-death-heroism-and-a-flag/2026-05-14T11:30:13+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2026/05/13/ut-oh-chapter-23-a-left-turn-from-the-right-lanepart-1-on-being-a-minority-and-becoming-an-environmentalist/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/screenshot-2026-05-12-at-8.18.57-pm.jpegPhoto from Smithsonian MagazineThis illustration from the Smithsonian Magazine shows the extent of the threat posed by Russian Nuclear warheads installed in Cuba durning the Cuban Missile Crisis.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/screenshot-2026-05-11-at-9.11.42-am.pngIllustration from the Smithsonian Magazine that showed the extent of the threat posed by the nuclear warheads Khrushchev had installed in CubaThis illustration from the Smithsonian Magazine shows the extent of the threat posed by the nuclear warheads Khrushchev installed in Cuba.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/img_8414.jpgPhot by Ansel Adams promoting a development in Roseville, CAI found this photo by Ansel Adams in the 1963 Sierra College Annual a bit ironic. The Sunset International Petroleum Company was using it to promote “a new community coming into being on land so beautiful it takes your breath away.” 2026-05-19T18:06:25+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2026/05/08/ut-oh-chapter-22-the-pick-ax-caper-where-a-beaver-loses-its-head-sort-of/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/img_7556.jpgFortuna, CROn Monday’s post we will continue to share posts from our Costa Rica trip in March. The focus on our trip over to Fortuna at the base of Mt. Arenal.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/img_8393.jpgFreshman class officers at Sierra College in California, 1962I recruited my friend Hunt Warner to help guard the Pick-ax. He’s on the lower right. Hunt, with my encouragement, had run for and won the Freshman Class Presidency. Note: It was Hunt who had hosted the beer party the night I was called away to fight the forest fire. Brian Morris, stepson of Mike Denatly, Placerville’s Chief of Police thathttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/img_8392.jpgStudent Council at Sierra College, California in 1962My 1962 Student Council at Sierra College. I’m in the upper row second from left.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/img_8387.jpgBonfire rally before football game at Sierra College in 1962Crosstown rivals are a big thing in college sports. When I attended Sierra Community College, our rival was American River College in Sacramento, California. A bonfire rally before the Big Game was a tradition. A lo2026-05-16T17:47:18+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2026/03/30/the-owl-and-the-blue-morpho-two-gorgeous-butterflies-of-costa-rica-plus-11-more-beauties-we-photographed/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_8205.jpgBrilliant blue of upper wing of Costa Rica Blue Morpho ButterflyA blue morpho gave us a brief glimpse of the vibrant blue color of its inner wing that gives the butterfly its name.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_8234.jpgWings in open positon on Costa Rican Owl Butterfly.The owl butterfly is quite beautiful when seen from above in wings open fgosition.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_8232.jpgBlur morpho butterfly resting on leaves at the Monteverde Butterfly GardenA blue morph resting on leaves.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_8224-2.jpgButterflies of the Monteverde Butterfly GardensBrown butterflyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_8220.jpgIMG_8220https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_8200.jpgOwl Butterfly of Costa RicaOur jungle night hike in Costa Rica introduced us to the owl butterfly, so named because the large spot on the lower part of the wing has a matching spot on the other wing. Together they look like owls eyes. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_8198.jpgButterflies of the Monteverde Butterfly GardensBrown cracker https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_8195.jpgButterfly at Monteverde Butterfly GardensLunch. Butterflies, unlike caterpillars, sip nectar instead of eating leaves.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_8190.jpgOwl butterfly caterpillars in Costa RicaFreight trainhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_8188.jpgCosta Rica owl butterfly caterpillarThe eggs hatch into tiny caterpillars that come with a voracious appetite and quickly grow in size. 2026-05-07T19:36:40+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2026/04/29/chapter-19-graduate-or-go-to-jail-i-was-given-a-choice/2026-05-07T01:04:26+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2026/05/04/the-scenic-and-seismic-northern-highlands-of-costa-rica-lake-arenal/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/screenshot-2026-05-03-at-10.50.22-am.jpegWordPerfect AI image of large stuffed dog won at fairWin a large stuffed dog to impress a date. By cheating. 😳It seems appropriate to use a WordPress AI generated image for this. Grin.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/screenshot-2026-05-03-at-10.50.22-am.pngLarge stuffed dog of the kind won at carnivalsWin a large stuffed dog. By cheating. 😳Thanks WP AI for the image.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/img_7280.jpgHow to eat a humungous hamburgerHe demonstrated! And looked quite happy doing so.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/screenshot-2026-05-03-at-9.36.26-am-2.jpegMap of active volcanoes in Northern Costa RicaA map of active volcanos in Northern Costa Rica from costarica.org.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/screenshot-2026-05-03-at-9.36.26-am.jpegActive VolcanoesScreenshothttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/img_7561.jpgMt. Arenal in Costa RicaA view of Mt. Arenal. It was cloudy the day we drove to the town of Fortuna at it’s base, so we couldn’t see the smoke coming out of the top.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/img_7256.jpgWind surfer on Lake ArenalLake Arenal is known for its windsurfing. A strong wind has this person flying across the lake!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/img_7519-2.jpgIMG_7519 2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/img_7279.jpgHamburger at the Tinajas Restaurant near Nuevo Arenal CRPaul ordered a hamburger. It was humongous. I wondered if it had been donated by one of the ancestors of the castle that once roamed through the valley below.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/img_7276.jpgView out from Tinajas Restaurant in Nuevo Arenal on the edge of the lake.This is the view out from the Tinajas Restaurant. We went there with our next door VRBO neighbors, Paul and Gabe who were from Canada. 2026-05-06T19:36:44+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2026/05/06/ut-oh-chapter-21-a-raging-forest-fire-evel-knievel-a-rocket-scientist-and-a-big-dog-date-part-2/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/img_8379.jpgfootball glory at Sierra CollegeIn this aging photo from my 1962 Sierra College Annual, Student Body President Ray Hjertager and his date, Mary Carol Nelson, hold the coveted Pick-ax, symbol of Sierra’s football victory over crosstown rival, American River College.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/screenshot-2026-05-04-at-4.24.07-pm.jpegThe blast off of Evel Knievel’s attempted jump across the Snake River in IdahoThe blast off of Evel’s attempted jump across the Snake River. It may be the only rocket ship ever that came with wheels.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/screenshot-2026-05-04-at-10.16.27-am.jpegEvel Knievel preparing for his jump across the the Snake RiverThat’s what the dare devil Evel Knievel dreamed of doing.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/img_1434.jpgSnake River Canyon near Idaho FallsBut imagine jumping across it in a spruced up motorcycle.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/img_1444.jpgBridge across the Snake River at Idaho FallsAn impressive bridge crosses over the river and deep canyon.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/img_2913.jpgBridge across Snake River at Idaho FallsAn impressive bridge lets you drive over the river and its deep canyon. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/img_1428.jpgFalls on the Snake RiverIdaho Falls on the Snake River is known for its beautiful falls. There are several.2026-05-16T14:15:06+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/12/02/jumping-into-and-across-the-snake-river-canyon-of-idaho-the-10000-mile-bike-trek/2026-05-04T12:50:08+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2026/05/01/ut-oh-chapter-20-young-love-a-forest-fire-evel-knievel-and-a-world-famous-rocket-scientist-part-1/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/img_8091.jpgIMG_80912026-05-04T12:28:08+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/04/28/uc-reaches-the-boiling-point-berkeley-in-the-60s/2026-05-01T14:19:57+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2026/03/20/vipers-and-scorpions-and-tarantulas-oh-my-or-is-that-ut-oh-into-the-jungle-night-costa-rica/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/screenshot-2026-03-18-at-12.35.05-pm.jpegLesson’s MotmotJust so this post doesn’t give you nightmares, our night tour also produced less threatening species. This is Lesson’s Motmot.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_7875.jpgOwl butterfly seen at night in Monte Verde CRThis is a large owl butterfly. the large spots resemble and owl’s eyes when its wings are open.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_3761.jpgIMG_3761https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_3760-1.jpgOwl butterfly of Costa RicaPeggy caught a photo of one during the day.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/screenshot-2026-03-18-at-12.36.33-pm.jpegScreenshotScreenshothttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/screenshot-2026-03-18-at-12.36.17-pm.pngAn adult side-striped palm viper of Costa RicaNot too far down the trail, Marvin found an adult side-striped palm viper and took this photo.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/screenshot-2026-03-18-at-12.35.50-pm-2.jpegCosta Rica ScorpionNight tours are big in Monteverde Costa Rica. At least 10 different ones were offered in town. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/screenshot-2026-03-18-at-12.35.23-pm.jpegA Bothriechis lateralis, or side-striped pit-viper of Costa RicaOur guide carried a spotting scope that gave us another view of the side-striped palm pit viper. He used our son’s cell phone to take a photo through the scope. The results were similar to what Peggy and I could get with our cameras.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/screenshot-2026-03-18-at-12.35.23-pm-2.jpegScreenshotScreenshothttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_7887.jpgA green Costa Rican, side-striped palm pit viperA final look. While the venom is poisonous and can make people very sick, it rarely kills them.2026-04-30T13:01:24+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2026/04/24/ut-oh-chapter-16-bleeding-like-a-speared-mammoth-i-make-important-career-decisions/2026-05-11T18:23:15+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2026/04/27/the-montezuma-oropendola-and-the-look-plus-6-other-colorful-and-unique-costa-rican-birds/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/green-crowned-brilliant-5.jpgGreen-crowned BrilliantHere’s another bird known for its love of nectar, a humming bird. In this case a Green-crowned Brilliant Hummingbird. We took its photo at a hummingbird feeding station with several feeders. Hummers were buzzing everywhere. The only thing more numerous than the birds were the people oohing and aching over them. It was hard to capture a photo of a hummer without a tourist in it.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/green-crowned-brilliant-4.jpgGreen-crowned Brilliant 4https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/green-crowned-brilliant-1.jpgGreen-crowned Brilliant hummingbird in Monteverde CRA fun shot of the Green-crowned Brilliant looking upward.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/tropical-kingbird-4.jpgTropical Kingbird 4https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/tropical-kingbird-3.jpgTropical Kingbird 3https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/tropical-kingbird-2.jpgTropical Kingbird 2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/tropical-kingbird-1.jpgTropical Kingbird 1https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/streak-headed-wood-creep-2.jpgStreak headed wood creep in Monteverde CRA Streak-headed Wood Creep apparently agreed.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/streak-headed-wood-creep-1.jpgStreak-headed Woodcreeper in Monteverde CR1It would scramble out the tree, peak in the hole and immediately fly back down the trunk to repeat the process. I watched it check out the hole several times in the same way. I was beginning to wonder if someone had already rented the house?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/social-flycatcher.jpgSocial Flycatcher2026-05-07T00:59:11+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2026/04/20/a-jay-by-any-other-name-is-still-a-jay-plus-seven-other-fun-and-interesting-birds-of-costa-rica/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/img_8308.jpgEastern Box TurtleShe set it down and away it zoomed (as fast as a turtle can zoom).https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/img_8313.jpgEastern box turtle threatened by global warmingHere is another species threatened by Global warming, the Eastern Box Turtle.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/img_2748.jpgGiant Saguaros of the Arizona Desert threatened by Global WarmingOne would think that the Giant Saguaro cacti of the https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/img_3417-copy-2-2.jpgScarlet-Rumped Tanager in Nuevo Arenal, CRLanding gears down!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/img_7236-copy.jpgBrown Jay in Nuevo Arenal CRTo say they are omnivorous is a slight understatement. Insects, lizards, fruit: It’s all good. They were a regular visitor to the fruit table in front of our villa in Nuevo Arenal and happily downed the fruit of the day, whatever it was. But do they eat chicken?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/violet-sabrewing-2.jpgviolet sabrewing 2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/scarlet-rumped-tanager-female-3.jpgScarlet rumped tanager female in Nuevo Arenal CRI like this head on photo of the female Scarlet Rumped Tanager. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/scarlet-rumped-tanager-female-2.jpgScarlet rumped tanager female 2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/scarlet-rumped-tanager-female-1.jpgScarlet rumped tanager female 1I didn’t believe these females were related to the Scarlet Rumped Tanager until my bird ID ap, Merlin, told me so. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/scarlet-rumped-tanager-6.jpgMale and female scarlet rumped tanagersMale and female scarlet rumped tanagers.2026-04-27T20:07:23+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2026/04/13/crested-guams-and-chachalacas-heres-looking-at-you-the-birds-of-costa-rica/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/img_3389.jpgCrested Guams of Nuevo Arenal CRThe primary location for chowing down for the Guams and all of the other fruit eating birds in our neighborhood was a bird feeding table that we and our neighbors kept supplied. Fortunately, it was right in front of to our villa. We could sit inside or on our porch and take bird photos all day, if we wanted to. You’ll be seeing a few (many?).https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/img_7123-1.jpgCrested Guams in Nuevo Arenal, CRFrom the lawn. Note its raised wings. I think it was about to chase a Chachalaca.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/img_7171-1.jpgCrested Guans in Nuevo Arenal CRand even watermelon with our new friends.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/img_7491.jpgCrested Guams in Nuevo Arenal CRApples, pineapple, oranges...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/img_3367.jpgCrested Guams in Nuevo Arenal CRThere were three of them. Peggy immediately grabbed her camera and caught this photo of them backlit by the sun.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/img_7484.jpgIMG_7484https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/img_7424.jpgCrested Guams in Nuevo Arenal CRAnd from the trees behind us...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/img_7390.jpgIMG_7390https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/img_7389.jpgChachalacas in Nuevo Arenal, CRGroup photo.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/img_7387.jpgChachalacas in Nuevo Arenal, Costa RicaGrooming Chachalaca style...2026-04-25T18:13:09+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2026/04/22/earth-day-i-changed-our-view-of-the-world-its-call-to-action-today-is-more-important-than-ever/2026-05-03T21:08:53+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2026/04/17/ut-oh-chapter-17-a-pear-pickers-guide-to-happiness/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/img_7498.jpgGrand Tetons National Park: A reminder of the beauty we have to protect on Earth Day 2026There may yet be a beautiful world for our children and grandchildren to enjoy.2026-04-24T20:07:06+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/04/22/earth-day-1-50-years-ago-it-changed-my-life/2026-04-17T14:06:40+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2026/04/15/ut-oh-chapter-16-on-first-dates-and-squashed-skunks/2026-04-24T20:01:14+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2026/04/10/ut-oh-chapter-15-puberty-blues-and-the-dance-class-from-hell/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/screenshot-2026-04-05-at-11.16.10-am.pngDance foot patternThe teacher had a large diagram with a pattern that looked something like this.2026-04-20T23:41:16+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2026/04/08/ut-oh-chapter-15-surviving-baseball-bats-and-dynamite-caps/2026-04-20T23:41:46+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2026/04/06/the-ficus-banyan-tree-of-costa-rica-seems-exotic-to-most-of-us-but-hey-its-only-afig-tree/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/img_3682-1.jpgFicus root bridge in Monte Verde CRThe extent of the roots was impressive. These would have originally been under the ground but the creek had exposed them.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/img_3688.jpgFicus root bridge in Monte Verd Costa RicaA close up of our grandson Chris among the roots. His interest in bio-tech meant he spent much of his time in the jungle checking out the various plants. His bedroom resembles a green house.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/img_3677-1.jpgFicus root bridge in Monte Verde CROur son Tony thought the bridge provided a great place to sit. I’m pretty sure the boys would have made there way across the bridge, but parents (and Grandparents) vetoed the option.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/img_3685-1.jpgFicus tree roots in Monte VerdePeggy on the other side of the bridge. I thought the roots made good candidates for rendering in black and white.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/img_3668-2.jpgFicus Tree root bridge in Monteverde CRAs you might imagine, the grandkids were all over the roots.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/img_3669.jpgFicus Tree root bridge in Monteverde CRAs you might imagine, the grandkids were all over the roots!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/img_3680-2.jpgFicus Tree root bridge in Monteverde CRWe climbed down to the creek so we could look up ay the root bridge.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/img_3665-2.jpgFicus Tree root bridge in Monteverde CRA side view.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/img_3666.jpgFicus Tree root bridge in Monteverde CRIt spanned a small creek and formed a bridge.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/img_3680-1.jpgFicus Tree root bridge in Monteverde CRIt spanned a small creek.2026-04-09T18:41:28+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2026/04/03/ut-oh-chapter-13-your-mother-chases-fire-trucks/2026-04-09T18:42:58+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2026/04/01/ut-oh-chapter-12-bob-bray-and-the-wham-o-caper-plus-who-shot-tony-pavys-prize-pig/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/screenshot-2026-03-31-at-9.52.12-am.jpegEarly photo of Diamond Springs CA FirehouseIn comparison, this is the firehouse more or less as it looked when I was a child, which I featured in my last post.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/screenshot-2026-03-31-at-1.42.15-pm.pngWham-O slingshotThe Wham-O actually comes with a manual that tells you how to use it. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/screenshot-2026-03-31-at-9.52.12-am.pngEarly photo of the Diamond Springs FirehousAn early photo of the Diamond Springs Firehouse. Volunteer Firemen are standing out in front. The siren that called them to fight a fire is on the right.2026-04-07T19:45:45+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2026/03/25/ut-oh-chapter-11-raw-sex-the-nuclear-holocaust-and-being-bonked-by-a-baseball/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_8187-2.jpgCosta Rica CaterpillarI might claim that this is how I felt after being bonked on the head by a hardball. But it is actually here because I don’t have any photos for this post. Actually this one is an introduction to Friday’s post on Costa Rica Butterflies.2026-04-05T23:59:25+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2026/03/23/ut-oh-chapter-10-mom-the-mekemson-kids-did-it/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_8054.jpgAnole Lizard in Montverde, sticking out its dewlap.Not our best photo, but admittedly strange. I couldn’t resist taking a photo of this anole lizard sticking its delay out.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/screenshot-2026-03-21-at-8.47.10-am.jpegThe Mekemson KidsDo these kids, in any way, look like they would have a reputation as trouble makers? Marshall is on the left , holding tickle, I’m on the right holding one of Coalie’s pups.2026-04-08T19:27:38+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2026/03/18/ut-oh-chapter-9-the-pond-and-the-woods-on-becoming-nature-boy-part-2-plus-more-photos-from-costa-rica/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_7765-1.jpgCosta Rica Ferns unfurlingAnother example of a fern unfurling.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_7760.jpgCosta Rica Fern unfurlingAnd another.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_7750.jpgGiant ferns growing in Costa RicaSome can be giants. We spotted these down on the ground from the hanging bridge. I wish I had a person down on the ground to provide perspective, but they would have made my 5 feet 11 inches appear small.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_7784.jpgIMG_7784https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_7783.jpgUnfurling of fern leaves in Costa RicaAs did how the leaves unfold. This has always fascinated me about ferns. I have many photos... Grin.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_7781.jpgCosta Rica fern treeOne bridge provided us with an opportunity look down on a fern tree.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_7780-1.jpgHanging bridges in MonteverdeThe hanging bridges of Monteverde gave us a unique opportunity to study both the canopy and the forest beneath. There were six bridges at the https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_7773.jpgIMG_7773https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_7765.jpgIMG_7765https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_7764.jpgIMG_77642026-04-07T19:46:40+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2026/03/16/ut-oh-chapter-8-the-pond-and-the-woods-on-becoming-nature-boy-plus-hanging-out-in-monteverde-costa-rica/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_3586-2.jpgSunset over Monteverde photo by Chris LumpkinI’d love to show you a photo of the Pond, or the Woods. Unfortunately we didn’t take any photos of either when I was young. I went back a few years ago to photograph them. The Pond had become a large gas station and the Woods had become a trailer park. Why have a place where children can play and dream, when there is money to be made. It’s what they call progress.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_3586.jpgSunset over Monteverde CRI’d love to show you a photo of the Pond, or the Woods. Unfortunately we didn’t take any photos of either when I was young. I went back a few years ago to photograph them. The Pond had become a large gas station and the Woods had become a trailer park. Why have a place where children can play and dream, when there is money to be made. It’s what they call progress. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_3582.jpgCapybara in Costa RicaChris had watched a capybara as it disappeared into the woods. Later when he was visiting a waterfall, one did him the courtesy of hanging out.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_7780.jpgHanging Bridge, Monteverde Costa Ricahttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_3518.jpgSunset over Monte VerdeI’d love to show you a photo of the Pond, or the Woods. Unfortunately we didn’t take any photos of either when I was young. When I went back a few years ago, the pond had become a large gas station and the Woods have become a trailer park. Why have a place where children can play and dream when there is money to be made. It’s what they call progress.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_3509.jpgIMG_3509https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_3508.jpgCosta Rica lizardChris, a junior in school, who is into anything plant, came back with a photo of an interesting lizard. Well, I thought too myself, at least its green.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_3502.jpgGlass bottom hanging tree bridge in Costa Rica.Our other activity of the day was to explore the forest canopy on hanging bridges. There were 6 different bridges. This one had a glass bottom you could see the jungle below. Peggy is posing.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_3483.jpgIMG_3483https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_3481.jpgIMG_34812026-03-31T07:15:56+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2026/03/12/ut-oh-chapter-7-the-death-defying-suicidal-great-tree-race-and-the-white-faced-coatis-of-costa-rica/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_7531.jpgCoati of Cost RicaI find their tails quite interesting...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_7530.jpgCotati of Costa RicaEspecially when they stick them straight up in the air!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_7527.jpgCoati in Costa RicaWho wouldn’t love a face like this?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_7525.jpgCoatis of Costa RicaHaving had enough of people, they used the curb as a runway to escape.2026-04-09T18:17:16+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2026/03/09/ut-oh-chapter-6-nancy-jo-and-the-graveyard-ghost-a-twisted-tale-of-fright-or-maybe-a-tale-with-a-twist/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_7389-1.jpgFledgling Guams on feeder at Lake Arenal, Costa RicaHere are the kids up on the bird feeder.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_7185.jpgA Crested Guan at Lake Arenal, Costa RicaUp close and personalhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_3368.jpgGuans lined up for Breakfast in Costa RicaWhen Peggy opened our curtains on our first morning, Peggy found this crew lined up for breakfast and snapped their photo.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_7389.jpgIMG_7389https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_7328.jpgA brown jay of Costa Rica and Arenal LakeNumber 4: A Brown Jay. We recognized this Jay immediately by its call. We’ve spent our lives with various members of the jay family, but never a brown one. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_7322.jpgMontezuma oropendola at Lake Arenal in Costa RicaNumber three was a Montezuma oropendola.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_7242.jpgA fledgling Guam At Arenal lLake Costa RicaNumber 2 on the pecking order was this fellow. We aren’t sure what it was, but our assumption is a fledgling Guam. If so, their parents were not about to share food with them. A bush was just below the feeder that the adults would chase the kids around, and around. It was like the Keystone Cops.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_7103.jpgA crested guanThis is the king or queen of the feeder. A Grested Guan. All other birds are required to leave the platform when they are on it.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_3427.jpgMontezuma oropendolaPeggy caught a photo of it looking the other directionhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_3423.jpgA Costa Rican Social FlycatcherI swear the pretty bird was posing for Peggy. He kept coming back to this lamp outsiide our villa and looking in the window. He didn’t eat fruit, however, He ate bugs. It’s a Social Flycatcher. 2026-04-03T18:31:50+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2026/03/05/ut-oh-chapter-6-searching-for-god-in-all-the-wrong-places/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/11-storybook-shoe-sculpture-9-at-burning-man-2015.jpgShoe sculpture at Burning Man“There was an old woman who lived in a shoe. She had so many children, she didn’t know what to do.” Obviously.2026-03-13T01:13:35+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2026/03/03/thetemples-of-burning-man-beautiful-and-sacred/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/bc-side-2p.jpgChurch at Burning ManAs a child I learned to set traps for birds like this. Bird food was put on the ground, a box put over it, and a stick with a rope attached used to prop up the box. When the birds entered, I would pull the rope and down would come the box. Summer Bible School where I was sent was somewhat similar.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_0097-2.jpgThe ship La Llorona at BurningOur Burning Man focus next week will be on unique structures found out on the Playa such as La Llorona, the large ship seen above.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/tribute-3.jpgTribute to Zippy the dog at Burning ManA loving tribute to Zippy.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/5-morse-the-cat-memorialized-at-burning-man-2015.jpgMorse the Cat memorialized at Burning Man 2015Numerous pets are also memorized: a final opportunity to say goodbye.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_2641-2.jpgMessages left at Burning Man TemplesAnother example.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/dp-img_9012.jpgCourtyard surrounding Temple of Juno at Burning Man 2012A large courtyard surrounded the Temple of Juno providing places for people to gather and relax. It also provided for Burners to leave messages https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/nc-img_0185-copy.jpgInside 2012 Burning Man Temple of Juno at nightInside the Temple of Juno at night.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/tom-temple-2-2-copy.jpg2012 Temple of Juno at Burning Man photograph by Tom LoveringThis is an early morning photo of the Temple of Juno by our friend Tom Lovering.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/10-copper-look-of-temple-of-promise-at-burning-man-2015.jpgTemple of Promise at Burning Man 2015Of the Burning Man Temples Peggy and I have seen, we feel that the the 2015 Temple of Promise was our favorite because of it simplicity and beauty.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_2644.jpgLooking up in the 2007 Temple of Forgiveness at Burning ManLooking up from inside the 2007 Temple of Forgiveness.2026-03-22T16:02:22+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2026/02/26/ut-oh-chapter-5-how-mc-the-cat-almost-lost-his-danglies/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/marshall-and-i-2.jpgCurtis Mekemson hold Tickle the dogFind a phot of MC the Cat is impossible, given that he never stood still long enough to have his photo taken. On the left, I’m holding my dog, Tickle, who did have a role to play in this tale. The Graveyard where MC disappeared to looms in the background. 2026-03-05T16:22:35+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2026/02/23/the-sculptures-of-burning-man/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/32a-img_2257-copy.jpgThe 2009 Fire of Fires Temple at Burning ManThe top 2009 Fire of Fires Temple was designed to look like flames. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/alien-woman-5.jpgAlien woman at Burning ManAnd lots of aliens cleverly disguised as Burners.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/kids-saucer-1t.jpgFlying saucers at Burning ManWas dad looking out for it?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/17-threatening-medusa-snake-at-night-burning-man.jpgThreatening Medusa snake at night, Burning ManNot a ‘do’ you could get from your local hairdresser.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/woman-statue-6-bm06.jpgGiant statue of woman at Burning Man 2006This was from 2006 Burning Man. Several giant statues were facing an oil derrick worshipping oil. The oil tankers above were there at the same time.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/woman-1-2.jpgR-Evolution at Burning ManR-Evolution was another of the three giant sculptures by Michael Cochrane. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/white-1.jpgWhite sculpture at Burning ManAnd now the baby flying saucer has been taken care of here are some of our other favorite Burning Man sculptures...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/torso-11.jpgR-Evolution sculpture at Burning ManA close up.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/round-art.jpgSculpture at Burning ManNot sure what this was meant to signify, but it has always been a favorite of mine.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/reincownation-houston.jpgA Texas Long Horn at Burning ManA texas longhorn emerging from the Playa.2026-03-05T18:26:42+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2026/02/19/ut-oh-chapter-4-part-2-of-hiring-the-family-pets-to-scare-away-the-ghosts/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/12-storybook-shoe-sculpture-7-at-burning-man-2015-2.jpgStorybook shoe sculpture at Burning Man 2015"There was an old woman who lived in a shoe." Next Monday's focus post will be on the sculptures of Burning Man.2026-02-24T20:47:00+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2026/02/16/40-wild-whacky-and-weird-mutant-vehicles-of-burning-man-the-focus-series/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/img_5896.jpgSculpture at Burning Man looking out on the PlayaNext Monday on our Burning Man focus series, we will feature some of our favorite sculptures.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/eye-1.jpgThe eye mutant vehicle at Burning ManAnd in conclusion, the eye. We hope you’ve enjoyed our tour of mutant vehicles at Burning Man. We have featured lots, but they are a mere fraction of what you might see.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/peggy-dragon-1-t.jpgPeggy Mekemson on dragon mutant vehicle at BurningPeggy goes on a wild dragon ride. (Photo by Tom Lovering.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/11-golf-cart-mutant-vehicle-at-burning-man-dg.jpgGolf cart cat at Burning ManA golf cart cat! (Photo by our friend Don Green.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/img_1214-2.jpgEl Pulpo Mechanical mutant vehicle at Burning Man on the moveEl Pulpo Mechanical on the movehttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/toothy-disco.jpgAngler Fish mutant vehicleWhile this angler fish with its strange dangly designed as bait to lure smaller fish into its scary teeth would be found between 200 to 2,000 meters (650 to 6,561 feet) under the oceans surface. I think the purpose of the guy sitting outside is to assure that the fish doesn’t eat, er run over, any Burners. It’s another requirement for the large mutant vehicles.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/rhino-1-t-1.jpgRhino Mutant Vehicle photo by Tom LoveringA rhino. (Photo taken by our friend Tom Lovering.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/rhino-7.jpgRhino mutant vehicle at Burning ManA rhino.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/angler-fish-at-the-monterey-acquarium.jpegActual angler fish at the Monterey Bay AquariumPhoto from the Monterey Bay Aquarium of an actual Anger Fish. BTW if you are ever near Monterey, be sure to include the Aquarium in your visit. It’s magnificent.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/yacht.jpgYacht mutant vehicle at Burning ManOr, as far as that goes, a yacht lit up at night. 2026-02-24T18:56:59+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2026/02/13/ut-oh-chapter-3-the-pros-and-cons-of-hiring-the-family-pets-to-keep-the-graveyard-ghosts-away-part-i/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/screenshot-2026-02-11-at-2.37.16-pm.pngScreenshot 2026-02-11 at 2.37.16 PM2026-02-23T21:21:28+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2026/02/10/so-youve-signed-up-for-burning-man-2026-what-can-you-expect-the-focus-series/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/img_1654.jpgThe people of Burning ManIn the end, it’s the people who make Burning Man Special. The veterans, the newbies, the artists, the builders, the planners, and your next door neighbors. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/img_3215.jpgBlack Rock CityOr King Konghttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/img_1834.jpgBlack Rock CityYou can expect to meet interesting creatures along the way as well. Like Falcor, the Goodluck Dranon of “Never Ending Story."https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/img_1865.jpgBlack Rock CityOr the Gypsy Nebula Carnival.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/img_2112.jpgRoad system at Black Rock CityA close up of the 2023 roads. How would you like to live on Dingbat?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/img_2017.jpgBlack Rock City at Burning Man 2023As you might expect, with 70,000 people, things can get a little crowded at Burning Man.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/img_3057.jpgBlack Rock City in 2023While the Playa may be the place to go to see the majority of the art and mutant vehicles, exploring Black Rock City— a city of 70,000 that is literally built in the Black Rock Desert prior to the event and taken down afterward— could easily keep you occupied for the whole time.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/img_1627.jpgMutant Vehicles at Burning ManA flying something...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/img_1636.jpgArt at Burning Man 2023Another example: Fish sculpture during the day...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/img_1639.jpgArt at Burning Man 2023Winged victory seen during the day and ...2026-03-13T02:09:53+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2026/02/05/ut-oh-chapter-3-do-you-feel-the-vibes-tonto-a-train-is-coming-the-lone-ranger/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/screenshot-2026-02-05-at-9.40.54-am.pngDiamond Springs First Grade Elementary School Class 1949/50Here we are in the first grade class of Diamond Springs Elementary School in 1949. I’m in the middle of the back row with my hands in my pocket, crunched together between two girls. Rudy is one person to the right of me. Robert is in the middle of the first row. Joe is on the far right, bottom row. My life-long friend Bob Bray, who you will meet in future chapters, is sitting in the front row just right of Mrs. Young.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/screenshot-2026-02-05-at-9.29.00-am.pngDiamond Springs CA first grade elementary school class 1949Here we are in the first grade class of Diamond Springs Elementary School in 1949. I'm in the middle of the back row with my hands in my pocket, crunched together between two girls. Rudy is one person to the right of me. Robert is in the middle of the first row. Joe is on the far right, bottom row. My life-long friend Bob Bray, who you will meet in future chapters, is sitting in the front row just right of Mrs. Young.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/img_1651.jpgPeggy Mekemson and Bone at Buning Man 2023Are you ready for our next focus series? Peggy and I will be returning to the whacky, wild, weird and wonderful world of Burning Man. This is Peggy decked out for Burning Man 2023. The world traveller Bone (over 50 countries) is resting on the left arm of the throne.2026-02-12T20:25:42+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2026/02/02/hoofing-it-with-ungulates-horses-hippos-hogs-and-many-more-the-focus-series/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/img_7688-1.jpgPeggy Mekemson scratches the head of a baby donkey in Oatman, ArizonaThis donkey foal was obviously enjoying having its head scratched in Oatman, Arizona, but not nearly as much as Peggy was enjoying doing the scratching!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/hello-there.jpgHello therehttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/texas-longhorn.jpgTexas longhorn two toed ungulateThis two toed ungulate with the large horns is immediately recognizable. It’s a Texas Longhorn. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/screenshot-2026-01-22-at-3.43.26-pm.jpegScreenshotScreenshothttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/scottish-sheep-2.jpgScottish sheep 2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/scottish-cattle-2.jpgCattle are two toed ungulatesCattle are two toed ungulates. We want looking for the unique Scottish cattle while we were in Scotland but only found what we normally find wandering around North America.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/rambo-8.jpgRambo the GoatDad. He had escaped from Jim’s and come over to visit us. Jim called him Rambo and was very careful not to turn his back on him.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/mules-2.jpgMules 2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/mountain-sheep-1.jpgBaby big horn sheep along the Alaska Highway in the Yukon TerritoryThis young big hon sheep was standing beside the Alaska Highway in Canada’s Yukon Territory.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/mom-2.jpgBaby goats lining up for foodLining up for food with Mom.2026-02-17T20:40:25+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2026/01/29/ut-oh-chapter-2-scary-ghosts-and-half-starved-cannibals-the-graveyard/2026-02-12T20:35:57+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2026/01/26/step-aside-cats-we-have-puppy-eyes-a-look-at-dogs-the-focus-series/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/img_3934-copy.jpgJackal in southern AfricaWe caught this photo of a jackal when we were on our photo safari in southern Africa. in our post on cats I mentioned how the cat was sacred to ancient Egyptians. So was the Jackal.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/img_2120-copy.jpgHoofing it with ungulatesOne of the many Ungulates you will meet.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/libby-copy.jpgLibby RiddlesShe had been doing a photo shoot for Vogue Magazine.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/1117386509546064646.jpgSmall dog, big Milk BoneI find the difference between our son’s family dog Lila and our daughter's family dog, Rio, amusing.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/6631262156395227027-2.jpg6631262156395227027 2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/with-tickle-2.jpgCurt Mekemson with his cocker spaniel Tickle and other petsOne last photo. As a kid I was in charge of all the family pets. My first dog, Tickle, a cocker spaniel, is on the right. Another cocker, Happy, is on the left. Our pigeon is on my shoulder. Missing was our grey squirrel, Pugemite, and several cats.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/weaving-5.jpgPapillon makes its way through an dog agility courseHave you ever watched dogs compete on an agility course. We came on a competition once in British Columbia . Dogs work their way through a number of challenges that range from poles that the dogs have to weave their way through to see saws. The more advanced the dog, the more barriers they have to overcome. Ownere run along beside the dogs encouraging them to do their best. The dog that completes all of the challenges in the shortest period of times wins.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/village-dog.jpgVillage dogA small village along the Amazon River.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/socrates.jpgSocrates the Basset HoundBasset hounds are #2 in their capabilities for tracking. He was my dog of the late 60s and 70s. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/sled-dogs-can-sprint-up-to-20-miles-per-hour.jpgSled dogs can sprint up to 20 miles per hourThe most renown dog competition in the world is the Iditarod, Alaska’s thousand mile sled dog race from Anchorage to Nome.2026-02-12T21:24:28+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2026/01/22/ut-oh-book-i-growing-up-in-a-graveyard/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/img_7082.jpgChange in Berth CertificateThe change that made me two days older. I don’t know if this led to my being booted out of the first grade. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/img_7085-2.jpgBirth CertificateUnbeknownst to me I had grown two days older. But what did I know. I was only five years old.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/img_7085.jpgBirth CertificateUn be known to me, I had aged two days. But what did I know. I was only five years old.2026-02-02T14:05:43+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2026/01/19/here-kitty-kitty-kitty-cats-of-the-world-the-focus-series/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/image000000.jpegRioOur daughter’s dog, Rio.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/img_8234-copy.jpgCurt Mekemson’s Greyhound, PatMy greyhound, Pat. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/cat-tails-copy.jpgCat Tails cartoon by Curt MekemsonHere’s another one of my cat cartoons. I titled this “Old Tom cleverly disguising himself."https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/img_1192-2.jpgCartoon of cat in bag created by Curt MekemsonThis is one of the cat cartoons I’ve created. I titled it ‘Who Let the cat out of the bag?'https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/screenshot-2026-01-16-at-7.55.15-pm.jpegCalvin and Hobbes comic stripCalvin and Hobbes is my all-time favorite comic strip. I’m fortunate that my newspaper does reruns. I jumped into the comic section on Friday when I was putting this post together and this was the daily strip. How can anyone not love these two characters?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/screenshot-2026-01-16-at-11.03.26-am.jpegCat statue found in Alexandria in 2010A temple to Basted was found beneath the street of Alexander Egypt in 2010. Included in this important archeological find were 600 statues of cats such as this one.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/screenshot-2026-01-16-at-10.32.06-am.pngCat statue representing the Egyptian cat goddess, BastetEventually, Bastet assume the look of a woman with a cat’s head, or simply a cat like this representation of Bastet in the Egyptian Museum in Cairo.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/img_0489.jpgInitial representation of BastetOriginally Bastet was represented as a woman with the head of a lion.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/69630007-rasputin-copy-2.jpgRasputin the Peace Corp cat of Curt Mekemson circa 1966This is a photo of Rasputin, my cat when I was a Peace Corp Volunteer in Liberia 1966.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/tarquinia-leopard.jpgTarquinia Leopard2026-01-26T16:50:54+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2026/01/15/ut-oh-the-introduction-to-a-new-series/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/img_2103.jpgBurning Man 2023Everything had come to a dead halt, mired in mud. The porta-potties were overflowing and nobody was going anywhere. It was scary, a hair raising, nail biting experience.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/img_1827.jpgBurning Man cat painting in 2023From a mural at the 2023 Burning Man.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/img_1917.jpgHow to keep cool at Burning ManI told you would lean things in this series. Hee’s one way of keeping cool when you find yourself at Burning Man, the temperature has climbed over 100° F, dust storms are whipping across the Playa, and you don’t have air conditioning. Settle into your vehicle, take your clothes off, and cove your body in wet dish towels. In no time, you will be grinning like me. That’s it for today. Join me on Monday for our post on Cats of the World.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/img_2107.jpgImpact of Ian on Burning Man in 2023Everything had come to a dead stop, mired in mud. Nobody was going anywhere. Except us. A Ranger told us we could leave given our powerful F150 complete with a special mud gear. Off we went, pulling our small Imagine trailer. Bone sat up on our dashboard, leading the way. We were out in 20 minutes. When the Burners were finally released to leave the next day, it took up to 14 hours.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/img_1728.jpgBone at Burning ManHere’s Bone at Burning Man in 2023 peeping to make a sacrificial offering to the Rain Gods.2026-02-17T19:13:27+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2026/01/12/hello-deer-i-wont-say-we-were-part-of-the-herd-but-it-was-close-focus-on-a-deers-life-cycle/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/img_6512-2.jpgDeer on Mekemson property in OregonThis young buck, who had leapt over ou Gabon cage wall, climbed over the cement blocks, and worked its way past the lavender, stopped to listen to Peggy’s lecture before leaping up the cliff to eat the plants and flowers it loved. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/img_9205.jpgDeer snoozing outside window of Mekemson House in OregonOur house was surrounded by windows providing excellent views of everything happening outside. I had the best seat, however. I turned my writing chair around in our library and could watch all of the action in our back yard. I considered it a great privilege. Mom, taking a snooze on our back porch, was about five feet away.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/img_1569.jpegTwin Fawns at Mekemson House in OregonThe fawn from above and its twin walking across ou deck. Speaking of the deck, it was right next to our bedroom and we could hear deer (and bears) when they crossed it at night. Once we heard a loud thump followed by two quieter thumps immediately afterward. I went out and checked the tracks in our yard. It was a deer that had made the loud bump as it landed on and cleared the deck. It was a cougar right behind it in hot pursuit.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/deer-4.jpgThree point buck at Mekemson house in OregonA three point buck without velvet. “Did somebody say apple?"https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/img_4285-1.jpgYoung doe on Mekemson property in OregonBy fall the spots have totally disappeared. The young deer will hang out with their mom through the winter until she gives birth to her new fawn in the spring. Mom then chases them away. They aren’t happy about it and often continue to stay nearby for a while longer—at a safe distance. The young doe become part of the herd that Mom, Grandma, and possibly Great Grandma oversee. The young bucks slip off to join the boys. I’m not sure, but this teenager may be pregnant.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/md-e.jpgFavorite deer at the Mekemson house in OregonAs you have probably figured out, this doe was the star of our show. She was always somewhere nearby and was always the first to bring her fawns by. The twins were her kids. Always curious about what we were doing, she often was staying in our window. Here she is looking though our screen door.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/img_9906-2.jpgHerd of does browsing in the Mekemson back YadThe herd of does browsing in our back yard...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/pregnant-mom.jpgPregnant deer at Mekemson House in OregonA very pregnant doe.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/little-buck.jpgSpike growing his first set of antlersIn contrast, Spike was growing his first set of antlers.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/img_6762.jpgBird Bath at Mekemson House in OregonWhat don’t you guys not get about bird bath?2026-01-26T19:37:34+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2026/01/06/in-search-of-wild-areas-culture-and-beauty-in-2026-we-return-to-costa-rica-bali-and-scotland/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/md-g-copy-2.jpgBlack tailed deer stares in windowA not unusual sight!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/img_6981.jpegBali Painting from 1970sNext up, we will be visiting Bali. This is a painting I bought on the island when I visited in 1976 as part of a six month tour of the South Pacific I was on. I’d lost my camera in Fiji so I don’t have any Bali photos, but the region is known for it’s paintings.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/costa-rica-mountain-road-copy-2.jpgCosta Rica mountain roadsWe will be renting an SUV in Costa Rica. The roads can be challenging, even in dry season.2026-01-11T23:12:03+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2026/01/02/new-england-where-color-matters-the-2025-wrap-up/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/costa-rica-mountains-3-2.jpgCosta Rica mountainsNext up: Peggy and I will be reviewing our travel plans for 2026 where (so far) we will be visiting Costa Rica, Bali, and the Highlands of Scotland. The above photo is from a 1990’s trip to Costa Rica .https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/img_7016.jpgLeaf peeping in New EnglandWe felt that the foreground often added interest to our photos.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/img_6874.jpgIMG_6874https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/img_6853.jpgLeaf peeping in New EnglandAnother road shot.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/img_6832-2.jpgIMG_6832 2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/img_6401.jpgIMG_6401https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/img_6217.jpgLeaf peeping in New Englandcoldhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/img_6181.jpgLeaf peeping in New EnglandAnother example https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/img_6151.jpgNew England fall photoColorshttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/img_6134.jpgIMG_61342026-01-11T23:05:09+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2025/12/29/the-southwest-where-geology-lives-deserts-thrive-and-ancient-people-speak-2025-wrap-up/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/img_4777.jpgJoshua Tree National ParkOur trip this past spring and summer took us into Califonia where we visited family and friends in San Diego, LA, and Sacramento. We also took time to visit Joshua Tree National Park in Southern California. Known for its strange trees, after which it is named. We found the rock structures to be of equal, if not greater, interest.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/img_6604.jpgNew England fall colorsWe wrapped up our year of travel with out trip to New England so it’s proper that we finish off 2025 with the trip. Our post after that will outline our travel plans for 2026!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/img_5261.jpgCurt Mekemson and his wife Peggy climbing ups to a cavate in Bandelier National MonumentPeggy and I climbed up to one of the cavates. It was quite cozy inside.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/img_4543-1.jpgThe Teepees at Petrified Forest National ParkWhile most people come to the park to admire the petrified wood, there is also much beauty such as the colorful ‘Teepees' found on the main road.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/img_5256.jpgOutcropping of rocks above the Tyuonyi Pueblo at Bandelier National MonumentThis ot cropping of rocks stood above the large Tyuonyi Pueblo at Bandelier. A corner of the pueblo can be seen here. It was built in a circle and contained contained 400 rooms.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/img_3339.jpgBandelier National MonumentBandelier National Monument, located mere miles away from where the first atom bomb was created at Los Alamos, New Mexico, features the ruins of homes built by Ancestral Puebloans that included natural and carved caves as well at pueblo structures built up against the caves.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/img_5282.jpgBandelier National MonumentBandelier National Monument, located mere miles away from where the first atom bomb was created at Los Alamos, features the ruins of homes built by Ancestral Puebloans that included natural and carved caves as well at their usual pueblo structures built up against the cliffs.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/img_4529.jpgNewspaper Rock at Petrified Forest National ParkAncestral Puebloans and other indigenous tribes left a view of their world on Newspaper Rock in the park as well as in ancient ruins.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/img_2741.jpgCurved bill thrasher nesting in a cholla CatusLike plants, animals adjust to the deserts of the Southwest. Several birds choose to nest among the needles of various cacti included the curved bill thrasher shown here in a cholla cactus.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/img_5245.jpgRock outcropping above Tyuonyi Pueblo at Bandelier National MonumentThis tall rock was among the rocks in the outcropping.2026-01-12T13:29:08+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2025/12/23/wishing-you-all-a-happy-holiday/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/girl-rudolph-card-2-copy-2-3-copy.jpggirl rudolph card 2 copy 2 3 copyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/rudolph-on-strike-2_edited-1-copy.jpgRudolph the Reindeer Is On Strike2025-12-31T02:37:16+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2025/12/22/2025-focus-on-hawaii-the-year-in-review/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/img_2617.jpgIsaac Hale State Park, HawaiiHaving destroyed homes and blocked roads the lava finally plunged into the ocean sending spumes of steam shooting into the air and adding new land to the island.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/img_3096-2.jpgChiricahua National MonumentOur trip though the Southwest took us to three national parks and five national monuments. This photo is from Chiricahua National Monument in south eastern Arizona.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/img_1774-2.jpgWild rooster on the Big Island of HawaiiAny discussion of the wild birds of Hawaii, almost always includes chickens which went wildhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/img_2947.jpgPuʻuhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park, HawaiiWhile we spent the majority of our time on the Hilo side of the Big Island, we did take a day to drive over to the Kona side, which is where most of the tourists hang out. We went to check out a petroglyph site we had been to before and visit the Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park, or Place of Refuge.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/img_2670.jpgRoad blocked by lava flow on the Big Island of HawaiiIsaac Hale State Park is located 15 minutes away from where we were staying south of Hilo in the small development of Seaview on the coast. The black, formidable pile of AA lava seen above the leaves wouldn’t have been there had we arrived six years earlier. An eruption of a side vent on the on the lower east rift zone of Kīlauea, sent lava spreading out over 14 square miles in 2018, destroying 700 homes, blocking several several roads, and covering a portion of the state park before reaching the ocean. Residents of Seaview watched in fear at the time, hoping that the lava flowing a mile away wouldn't reach their development. They lucked out.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/img_2726.jpgBanyan tree in downtown Hilo, Hawaiihttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/img_2661-2.jpgCoconut tree on the big Island of HawaiiCoconut trees are common sight in Hawaii.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/img_2432.jpgBanyan tree in HawaiiAs are banyan trees.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/img_1855-2.jpgTaro Leaves in HawaiiBig leaves are expected whenever one travels in tropical rainforests. Having served in the Peace Corps in topical Africa for two years, I can speak to this personally.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/img_2656-copy.jpgIsaac Hale State Park, HawaiiIsaac Hale State Park was located a few miles away from where we were staying at the small development of Seaview. 2025-12-23T21:12:54+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2025/12/15/one-dives-weird-for-dinner-the-other-herds-it-brown-and-white-pelicans-the-focus-series/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/screenshot-2025-12-09-at-7.58.10-pm.jpegWhite pelicans herding fish in the Florida EvergladesPeggy and I were driving by a small pond in the Florida Everglades National Park last year when we spotted close to two hundred white pelicans stretched out in a long line several pelicans across. While brown pelican dive for their fish dinners, white pelican herd them, dipping their heads.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/screenshot-2025-12-09-at-7.55.13-pm.pngScreenshot 2025-12-09 at 7.55.13 PMhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/img_7086-2.jpgPelican sunbathing on San Diego beachThis is another one of those, “What the...” photos. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/img_6618-1.jpgBrown Pelican near Cabo San LucasWhile this handsome bird looked on.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/img_4824-2-2.jpgWhite pelican feast in Everglades National Parkwhathttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/brown-pelican-2.jpgBrown Pelican near Cabo San LucasThis one was swimming around in the water nearby.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/pv-fishing-17p.jpgPV fishing 17phttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/pv-fish-11p.jpgPV fish 11phttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/pv-fish-6.jpgPelicans diving for fish in Puerto Vallarta, MexicoGraceful, huh. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/pv-fish-5.jpgPV fish 52025-12-30T21:13:46+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2025/12/08/with-a-proboscis-like-this-a-male-elephant-seal-can-make-lots-of-noise-the-focus-series/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/petros-19.jpgPetrosPetros.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/screenshot-2025-12-07-at-8.41.12-am.pngNPS illustration showing feeding range od bull and cow elephant sealsThis illustration from the National Park Service shows the feeding ranges ofhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/screenshot-2025-12-07-at-8.46.50-am.pngElephant seal size illustration from the NPSThis is one of several reasons why the National Park Service suggests that people stay at least 100 feet away!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/screenshot-2025-11-23-at-6.58.02-pm.pngElephant Seals at Piedras Blancas Beach, CAElephant sealshttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/img_7873.jpgElephant seals at Point Reyes National Sea Shorehttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/img_7872.jpgElephant Seals ay Drake’s Beach, Pt. Reyes NSThis shot provides a view of the rear flippers. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/img_7863.jpgIMG_7863https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/img_7854.jpgVery fat elephant seal at Drakes Beach, Pt. Reyes NSYou want fat? Here it is.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/img_7852.jpgIMG_7852https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/img_7848.jpgIMG_78482025-12-30T20:07:18+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2025/12/01/an-iguana-an-elephant-seal-and-a-pelican-walked-into-a-bar-run-the-bartender-screamed/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/s-9p.jpgEnjoying Puerto VallartaOur grandsons Ethan and Cody having fun with the art in Puerto Vallarta, 2013.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/rl-28p.jpgEnjoying Puerto VallartaPuerto Vallarta 2013. Our grandsons Ethan and Cody plus daughter Natasha enjoying the art work.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/nw-coast-12.jpegElephant sealsNext up: Elephant seals. We found this big guy at Point Reyes National Seashore in California.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/tree-1-1.jpgIguana in tree in Puerto VallartaPossibly the same iguana coming down a tree.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/1-puerto-vallarta-iguana-1.jpgPuerto Vallarta IguanaHe truly was a handsome fellow.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/tree-2.jpgTree 2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/tree-1.jpgTree 1https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/the-eye-of-the-iguana.jpgThe eye of an iguanaEye of the iguanahttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/roof-1.jpgIguana on restaurant roof along the River Cuale in Puerto VallartaI’ll close with this youngster who was looking down at us from the roof.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/puerto-vallarta-iguana-scratches-at-window.jpgPuerto Vallarta iguana scratches at windowIt was a large male iguana. Okay, but what did it want? Had it come by demanding food? 2025-12-17T03:04:13+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2025/11/24/curtis-island-a-wealthy-publisher-and-more-beautiful-fall-colors-of-new-england-its-a-wrap/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/img_1682.jpegPeggy and Curtis MekemsonI’ll conclude today’s post and this series on New England Leaf peeping with a photo of Peggy and me. We hope you have enjoyed it. Thanks for joining us.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/turkey-dressing-xmas-2007-copy.jpgturkey dressing for Thanksgiving DinnerTurkey Dressing for Thanksgiving Dinner. Happy Thanksgiving from Peggy and me.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/img_2430.jpgHappy Thanksgiving turkeysHappy Thanksgiving from three that got away! (Peggy and I took this photo at her brother’s house in Texas.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/img_1684-2.jpegPeggy and Curtis MekemsonI’ll conclude today’s post and this series on New England Leaf peeping with a photo of Peggy and me. We hope you have enjoyed it. Thanks for joining us.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/img_6807.jpgIMG_6807https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/screenshot-2025-11-23-at-10.45.03-am.jpegPhoto of Cyrus Curtis’s yachtI mentioned in my last blog that Curtis Island was named after the publisher Cyrus Curtis. Did I mention he was wealthy? This is a photo of his boat, er, yacht.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/screenshot-2025-11-22-at-1.39.39-pm.jpegPainting of Curtis Island from 1851 by marine painter Fitz Henry LanePainting of Curtis Island from 1851 by marine painter Fitz Henry Lanehttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/screenshot-2025-11-22-at-2.27.34-pm.jpegThe Yacht of Cyrus CurtisMentioned that Curtis Island was named after the publisher who created the Lady’s Home Journal and the Saturday Evening Post. Did I mention he was wealthy. This his a picture of his boat, um yacht.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/img_6992.jpgIMG_6992https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/img_6955.jpgThe Poconos in New York SateDriving down to see a friend in New York introduced us to the Pocono Mountain Range.2025-12-16T23:15:15+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2025/11/20/leaf-peeping-at-acadia-national-park-and-mount-desert-island-on-a-cloudy-crowded-day/2025-12-01T19:03:00+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2025/11/14/from-stowe-vermont-to-bar-harbor-maine-beautiful-scenery-and-a-scary-encounter/2025-11-20T19:45:57+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2025/11/07/a-tale-of-two-cabins-lake-champlain-smugglers-notch-and-stowe-leaf-peeping-in-new-england/2025-11-15T15:28:25+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2025/10/30/happy-halloween-decorations-from-new-york-to-new-england-where-imagination-and-size-go-beyond-mattering-they-reign/2025-11-11T02:11:16+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2025/10/27/when-it-came-to-fall-colors-new-yorks-adirondack-park-was-a-virtual-palette/2025-11-04T20:28:35+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2025/10/16/the-fall-colors-of-vermont-and-lake-champlain-exploring-new-england-part-1/2025-10-31T13:47:57+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2025/10/07/route-66-part-2-where-the-dinosaurs-roam-and-dreams-are-made/2025-11-07T20:59:57+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2025/09/30/get-your-kicks-on-route-66-americas-mother-road-part-1/2025-11-01T13:23:02+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2025/09/22/el-malpais-the-not-so-bad-lands-national-monument/2025-10-31T13:51:32+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2025/09/16/the-maryland-2025-renaissance-festival-faire-a-rip-roaring-journey-back-in-time/2025-09-30T17:16:46+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2025/09/08/bandelier-national-monument-herding-turkeys/2025-09-30T15:31:33+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2025/09/01/weird-trees-and-gorgeous-rocks-joshua-tree-national-park/2025-09-30T15:28:28+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2025/08/25/petrified-forest-national-park-is-more-than-petrified-wood-much-more/2025-09-26T07:47:43+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2025/08/18/the-pictographs-petroglyphs-and-pueblos-of-canyon-de-chelly-plus-the-long-walk/2025-09-30T15:18:31+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2025/08/08/rattlesnakes-lots-of-them-eek/2025-08-27T20:45:19+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2025/08/06/canyon-de-chelly-national-monument-beauty-culture-and-history-part-1/2025-08-27T20:38:21+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2025/07/28/a-journey-back-in-time-backpacking-into-an-all-time-favorite-at-75-and-82-the-five-lakes-basin/2025-08-09T20:56:24+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2025/07/14/the-marble-mountain-wilderness-magnificent-views-up-close-and-far-away-part-2/2025-07-22T20:41:39+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2025/07/03/hiking-the-pct-through-the-marble-mountain-wilderness-part-1/2025-07-27T13:17:26+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2025/06/23/the-granite-chief-wilderness-lake-tahoes-next-door-neighbor/2025-07-19T23:07:35+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2025/06/16/a-backpack-trip-through-the-mokelumne-wilderness-on-the-pacific-crest-trail-part-ii/2025-07-05T01:35:27+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2025/06/10/mokelumne-wilderness-where-mother-nature-prevails-part-1/2025-07-05T16:07:43+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2025/06/06/el-morro-national-monument-part-2-the-ancestral-puebloans-who-lived-on-top/2025-06-19T21:37:40+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2025/05/27/el-morro-national-monument-towering-cliffs-pueblo-people-spaniards-and-camels-part-1/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/img_4107.jpgPhotos and facts from El Morro National MonumentSome scribbled and some encased. Each representing a different life, a different story. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/img_4106.jpghttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/img_4103.jpgPhotos and facts from El Morro National MonumentPeople choose a variety of ways to display their names.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/img_4075.jpgPhotos and facts from El Morro National MonumentThe monument has a brochure that provides information on some of the people who signed their names. RHO Horton is one. He was a captain in the Federal forces during the Civil War, possibly on his way home when he signed this. Later he would become an adjutant-general in California. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/img_4075-2.jpgIMG_4075 2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/img_4074.jpgIMG_4074https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/img_4031.jpgIMG_4031Photos and Facts from El Morro National MonumentA cliff swallows concept of a pueblo!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/img_4094.jpgPhotos and facts from El Morro National MonumentLooking up...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/img_4037.jpgPhotos and facts from El Morro National MonumentAnother photo from along the signature path.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/img_3148.jpgPhotos and facts from El Morro National MonumentWe were at Petrified Forest National Park this last week, this was one of the petrified logs we saw.2025-06-07T19:23:29+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2025/05/10/standing-30-50-feet-tall-weighing-3-6-tons-and-a-being-a-bit-weird-the-saguaros-of-saguaro-np-plus/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/img_3563.jpgPhotos and Facts about Saguaro NPhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/img_3397-1.jpgPhotos and facts about Saguaro NPWe were lucky that the saguaros were just beginning to bloom. The buds looked like alien pods and the flowers were gorgeous.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/img_4121.jpgEl Moro National Monument and Inscription RockThis impressive promontory is reason enough to visit El Morro National Monument but the inscription on the rock make it even more special. A water hole at the base made it a stopping point for a continuing parade of people ranging from ancient peoples to early Spanish Explorers to pioneers. The easiest Spanish signature is 1605, 15 years before Europeans arrived at Plymouth Rock.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/img_3641.jpgArizona-Sonora Desert MuseumI’ll conclude today’s visit as we concluded out visit to Saguaro NP, right next door at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, which we highly recommend. Peggy couldn’t bare to watch this battle that was taking place between two jurassic giants that was happening there!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/img_3549-2.jpgPhotos and facts on Saguaro NPWe will conclude today with this photo which demonstrates the ‘forest nature’ of saguaros at Saguaro NP. Next up we will feature El Morro National Monument in southwestern New Mexico, which is where we are now.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/img_3549-1.jpgPhotos and facts from Saguaro National ParkWe’ll conclude today’s post with this shot that shows a forest of Saguaros. Next up, we will be visiting El Morro National Monument in south western New Mexico where we are now.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/img_3609.jpgPhotos and facts from Saguaro NPPeggy was impressed with this spiral petroglyph which is thought to represent a journey.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/img_3607-1.jpgPhotos and facts about Saguaro NPAs Peggy and I wander through the Southwest, we are always on the look out for petroglyphs. Saguaro had over 200 next to the Signal Hill Picnic site. This small stick-figure big horned sheep was among my favorites.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/img_3547-2.jpgPhotos and facts about Saguaro NPAnd here we have a palo verde three. Both the mesquite and palo verde are important to Saguaro, providing shade for their first few years of growth.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/img_3475.jpgPhotos and facts about Saguaro NPThe primary small trees/shrubs of Saguaro NP were also in bloom. This is a mesquite.2025-05-27T16:34:04+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2025/04/29/chiricahua-national-monument-it-began-with-a-volcanic-eruption-10000-times-larger-than-mt-st-helens/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/img_3574.jpghttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/img_3416.jpgSaguaro cactus blooming in Saguaro National Parkhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/img_3246.jpgBonita Canyon Road at Chiricahua National ParkBonita Canyon Road was our guide into the monument. A campground was located near the entrance. The color of the trees looked like fall, but they were announcing spring.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/img_2651-2.jpgChiricahua National ParkWe never would have guessed that Chiricahua National Monument held such treasures. But that is the story of America’s national parks, monuments and wilderness areas over and over and over. Next up, we will take you to Saguaro National Park.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/img_3204.jpgViews along Echo Canyon Trail in Chiricahua National MonumentAnd another balanced rock.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/img_2719-copy.jpgViews along Echo Canyon Trail in Chiricahua National MonumentTwo rocks from the same stone.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/img_3198-1.jpgViews along Echo Canyon Trail in Chiricahua National MonumentAbout a half mile down the rode from Masai Point, the Echo Canyon Trail provided us with more scenic views and impressive rocks. And Lichens.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/img_3133.jpgRock sculptures seen from Masai Point in Chiricahua National MonumentThe rock monuments seemed to be marching up the hill.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/img_2651-1.jpgIMG_2651https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/img_3149-2.jpgView from Masai Point in Chiricahua National MonumentThe column seemed to be marching up the slope.2025-06-01T17:30:10+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2025/04/21/the-breath-taking-beauty-of-death-valley/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/img_2730.jpgChiricahua National MonumentA photo from next week’s post. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/img_3805-2.jpgThe historic charcoal kilns of Death ValleyThe historic charcoal kilns of Death Valley were at the end of the road.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/img_3805.jpgA view of the charcoal kilns of Death ValleyThe historic charcoal kilns of Death Valley were at the end of the road. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/img_7318-copy.jpgDeath Valley Rattle SnakeWe also found this rattle snake along the road. Long time followers of my blog will recognize it. He was about 6 feet long and about as round as my arm. Peggy refused to let me out of the truck to take more photos. Zooming off just as I was about to open the door!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/img_3656.jpgFlowers at Death Valley NPA section of upper road to Dante's Peak resembled a flower garden. We took lots of photos.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/img_3653-copy.jpgDante’s Peakwo side roads, One on the east and one on the west of the Park take visitors up into the mountains above the Valley. Dante’s Peak on the east side provides a dramatic view into the valley.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/img_3631-copy.jpgDante’s Point, Death Valley National ParkTwo side roads, One on the east and one on the west of the Park take visitors up into the mountains above the Valley. Dante’s Peak on the east side provides a dramatic view into the valley.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/img_1000.jpgArtis’s Palate, Death Valley National ParkA closer look at the palate.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/desert-trail.jpg20 Mule Canyon Road, Death Valley National ParkOr this one!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/ap2-2-1.jpgArtist’s Palate Death ValleyWant even more color? Continue down Highway 128 to a one-way sider road that takes you in to the well-named Artist’s Palate.2025-05-29T18:06:12+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2025/04/11/go-to-big-bend-national-park-and-join-the-us-army/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/img_8996.jpgThe beauty of Big Bend National ParkCanyonhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/img_8958.jpgThe beauty of Big Bend National ParkHouse https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/img_8755.jpgIMG_8755https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/img_8621.jpgThe beauty of Big Bend National ParkSpinyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/img_0944.jpgIMG_0944https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/img_0928.jpgThe beauty of Big Bend National ParkEatenhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/img_0804.jpgIMG_0804https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/img_0791.jpgIMG_0791https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/img_0746.jpgThe beauty of Big Bend National ParkWildhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/img_0727.jpgIMG_07272025-05-29T18:13:26+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2025/03/31/there-she-blows-hawaiis-volcanoes-national-park-plus-peggys-new-book-on-southwest-petroglyphs/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/screenshot-2025-03-21-at-7.30.30-pm-1.pngKokopelli word search solution from Peggy Mekemsons word search book on petroglyphs of the SouthwestAnd here’s Kokopeli!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/screenshot-2025-03-30-at-9.50.34-am.jpegPages from Peggy Mekemson’s word search book on petroglyphs of the SouthwestMost word search books merely involve finding words shown in the list in the puzzle. What is unique about Peggy’s book is as one finds the words an image of the petroglyph appears. See the solution to the puzzle below.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/img_5262.jpgPeroglyphs from Canyon de ChellyFirst Peggy selects a petroglyph she wants to use. In this particular instance, it is Kokopelli, a humpbacked flute player responsible for promoting fertility and prosperity. Representations of him can be found throughout the Southwest. The one on the left lying down is found in Canyon de Chelly National Monument. While this isn’t the representation that Peggy chose, you get the idea.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/screenshot-2025-03-20-at-4.28.08-pm-1.pngScreenshot 2025-03-20 at 4.28.08 PMhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/img_1725.jpgAA lava in HawaiiA close up of aa. Nothing smooth here. We took this photo from the 2018 flow.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/img_4887-copy.jpgCougar petroglyph with Peggy Mekemson at the Three Rivers Petroglyph site in New MexicoPeggy and I are fascinated by petroglyphs because of their historical and cultural significance. We have wandered extensively though out the Southwest exploring and photographing both major and minor sites. We found this cougar/mountain lion at the Three Rivers Petroglyph Site in New Mexico. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/screenshot-2025-03-24-at-3.59.46-pm.pngNational Park map showing the Chain of Craters road.Our first trip up to Kilauea, we stationed ourselves at the Volcano House (Next to the Visitor’s Center) and drove down the Crater Rim Drive West because of their great views of the eruption. Our second trip up took us down the Chain of Craters Road, Known for its many presently inactive volcanoes craters and lava flows. The road goes all the way to the ocean, crossing first over lava flows on a plateau before dropping over Holei Pali escarpment before dropping https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/screenshot-2025-03-24-at-9.45.29-am.jpegUSGS Photo of eruption at Volcanoes National ParkIn comparison, this is what the eruption looks like this week with lava shooting over 700 feet in the air, nearly twice as high as we saw it!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/screenshot-2025-03-21-at-7.30.30-pm.pngScreenshot 2025-03-21 at 7.30.30 PMhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/screenshot-2025-03-20-at-4.28.08-pm.pngScreenshot 2025-03-20 at 4.28.08 PM2025-05-27T20:09:24+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2025/03/17/a-word-of-concern-about-the-future-of-our-national-parks-and-monuments/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/img_1256.jpgZion Canyon National ParkZion Canyon National Parkhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/img_9042.jpgBig Bend National ParkBig Bend National Parkhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/img_0963.jpgTheodore Roosevelt National ParkTheodore Roosevelt National Parkhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/tuolumne-2.jpgTuolumne Meadows, Yosemite National ParkTuolumne Meadows, Yosemite National Park.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/sanderlings-8p.jpgPt. Reyes National SeashorePt. Reyes National Seashore.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/pf-4.jpegPF 4https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/peaks-clouds-2-2.jpgPeaks clouds 2 2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/nevada.jpgGreat Basin National ParkGreat Basin National Parkhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/newspaper-rock-5.jpghttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/mv-12.jpegMV 122025-04-11T21:26:01+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2025/03/07/hawaii-the-flu-and-lac-a-wanna-peggy-says-just-post-some-photos-curt/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/screenshot-2025-03-07-at-11.04.45-am.jpegCow Cuddle PillowA comfy cow cuddle pillow. In case your are wondering, Peggy and I passed on the opportunity to shell out $40 between us for the privilege.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/screenshot-2025-03-07-at-11.03.56-am.jpegHare Krishna Cow Cuddle CultTurns out, the farm is run by the Hare Krishna Cult. Remember when the members used to march through airports in their Indian clothes, chanting and soliciting funds? At least here, they were giving you something in return, assuming cow cuddling is a thing of yours. The Krishna folks even have a sense of humor about it. You can buy a t-shirt. Or...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/img_2432.jpgIMG_2432https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/img_2039.jpgHare Krishna Cow TherapyWe came across this sign just outside of Akaka Falls State Park. For a mere $20, we could cuddle a cow. Woohoo!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/img_2030.jpgBananas at Akaka Falls, HawaiiIncluding bananas. That’s it for the day. I’ve earned my nap. Next up will either be more of Hawaii or we will be back on the Danube River.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/img_2029.jpgIMG_2029https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/img_2019.jpgAkaka Falls, HawaiiClose-ups.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/img_2017.jpgAkaka Falls, HawaiiUnfortunately, heavy vegetation didn’t let us see the bottom of the falls. There was a fence on the edge that I could have perched precariously on and possibly got a shot but I had visions of making it to my 82nd birthday.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/img_2016.jpgAkaka Falls, HawaiiWe ratified ourselves with taking pictures of the top of the falls, and...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/img_2009.jpgAkaka Falls near Hilo, HawaiiAkaka Falls, north of Hilo, is 442 feet tall.2025-03-11T01:07:23+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2025/02/24/novi-sad-a-visit-to-serbia-the-great-river-series-danube-12/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/img_2231.jpgKC of Seaview Hawaii along with her dog Renny Roo and Curt MekemsonOur next post will focus on the 2018 volcanic eruption on the Big Island of Hawaii.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/feb-1-voa-photo-of-protest-in-novi-sad.jpegVoice of America photo of Novi Sad protestA Voice of America photo of protest in Novi Sadhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/screenshot-2025-02-23-at-11.37.39-am.pngProtesters fill Liberty Square in Novi Sad, SerbiaHigh school students hold protest filling Liberty Square. A high ranking member of https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/img_9799-2.jpgTraditional flute musician in Novi SadHe also entertained us with his flute.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/petrovaradin-fortress.pngpetrovaradin-fortress2025-04-11T21:04:36+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2025/02/14/hawaii-tropical-botanical-garden/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/img_9699.jpgIMG_9699https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/img_2429.jpgHawaii Tropical Botanical GardenLeaves were almost as varied as the flowers.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/img_2424.jpgHawaii Tropical Botanical GardenAs I noted, everywhere we turned, there was something interesting to photograph.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/img_2423.jpgHawaii Tropical Botanical GardenLike this one.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/img_2421.jpgHawaii Tropical Botanical GardenPretty enough to eat...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/img_2420.jpgHawaii Tropical Botanical GardenElephant like?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/img_2417.jpgHawaii Tropical Botanical GardenThis flower made Peggy hungry for corn on the cob.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/img_2412.jpgIMG_2412https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/img_2410.jpgIMG_2410https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/img_2409.jpgHawaii Tropical Botanical GardenSubtle.2025-02-24T19:03:51+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2025/02/06/there-be-dragons-about-kalocsa-hungary-the-great-river-series-danube-11/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/img_1909.jpgIMG_1909https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/img_9426-1.jpgStucco on ceiling of Church of Assumption in Kalocsa, HungaryWe found the stuccos on the ceiling of the church to be quite impressive.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/img_9429-2.jpgOrgan of Church of Assumption in Kalosca, HungaryThe church’s organ.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/img_9410.jpgInside Church of the Assumption in Kalocsa, HungaryThe golden, pink and white colors inside the church mad for an interesting look. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/img_9361.jpgThe top of Assumption Church in Kalocsa, HungaryThe Virgin Mary, St. Paul, and St. Peter are perched on top of the church, which led to an irreverent thought (not my first): Peter, Paul and Mary. And what were they singing? Puff the Magic Dragon, of course. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/img_9394.jpgGroup visiting the Bishops’ Library of Kalocsa, Hungary.Members of our group check out the illustrations provided in the library.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/img_9391-1.jpgIllustration from the Bishops’ Library at Kalocsa, HungaryMy first thought was Biblical where the really old dudes got really young wives. My second was hairy.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/img_9392.jpgSome of the oldest books in the Bishops’ Library at Kalocsa, HungarySome of the oldest books in the library. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/img_9386-1.jpgAn early edition of Isaac Newton’s Principia Mathematica found in the Cathedral Library of KalocsaAn early edition of Isaac Newton’s Principia Mathematic.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/img_9387-2.jpgDraco Aethiopicus as shown in a 1640 book by Ulisse Aldrovandi.Meet Draco Aethiopicus. Ulisse Aldrovandi chose to include him in his 1640 book Serpentum et Draconium Historiae, a natural history of snakes and dragons. The book is one of 130,000 volumes found in the Cathedral Library of Kalocsa.2025-02-14T14:09:41+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2025/01/31/living-under-an-active-volcano-where-pele-reigns-supreme-hawaii-1/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/img_9393.jpgEarly illustration of Adam and Eve and Snake at the library in Kalocsa, Hungary"Eat the apple,” Snake urges. "God made it. What could possibly be wrong with it?"https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/screenshot-2025-01-30-at-11.46.50-am.pngPhoto by Jim Hughes of the USFS showing trees blown down by the eruption of Mt. St. HelensThis photo by Jim Hughes of the US Forest Service is what I saw when I flew over Mt. St. Helen.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/screenshot-2025-01-30-at-10.23.34-am.pngLocation of Seaview, HawaiiLocation of where we are staying for the month in Seaview, Hawaii.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/img_1514.jpgPhoto of Mt. Shasta taken by Curt MekemsonThe answer depends upon the type of lava. The thicker it is the more likely it is to explode and form tall, conical shaped composite mountains. This is the case where I lived along the Pacific coast of California, Oregon and Alaska during various times in my life. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/img_1615.jpgPele’s Hair broken into small piecesWhat we saw had already been broken into small pieces.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/screenshot-2025-01-29-at-11.03.25-am.jpegPele’s hairLooks like hair to me. Actually it volcanic glass produced from cooled lava stretched into thin strands, from lava and transported by air. Touching is not advised. It can break into small splinters and enter your skin.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/screenshot-2025-01-28-at-11.46.05-am.jpegScreenshotAlthough most people think of the Hawaiian Islands as being the green colored ones in the lower right, there are actually 132 islands when atolls and undersea volcanoes are included in a chain that extends over 2600 miles toward Alaska's Aleutian Islands. Of these 132 volcano created islands only Hawaii and Maui remain active.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/screenshot-2025-01-28-at-11.21.23-am.pngHawaiian IslandsWhile most people think of the Hawaiian Islands as stretching form the Island of Hawaii up to Kauai, they actually stretch some 2600 miles up to Kure approaching Alaska’s Aleutian Chain of islands.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/screenshot-2025-01-24-at-4.58.18-pm.pngScreenshot 2025-01-24 at 4.58.18 PMhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/screenshot-2025-01-23-at-7.24.02-am.jpegScreenshotScreenshot2025-02-16T05:08:35+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2025/01/24/folk-dancing-beautiful-embroidery-and-paprika-at-the-bakod-horse-farm-hungary-danube-river-10/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/img_1760.jpgLava blocking road in HawaiiYou may not remember the dramatic media coverage of lava spouting out of Hawaii’s East Rift Zone and slowly making its way to the sea destroying homes and blocking roads as it went 7 years ago in 2018. We do. It was around 10 miles away from where we are staying on the Big Island. Peggy and I drove out to our ‘road’s end’ on Monday. As Kilauea continues to erupt this week 20 miles away, it’s hard not to remember 2018.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/img_1759.jpghttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/img_9386.jpgIMG_9386https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/img_9688.jpgPaprika hanging to dry at the Bakod Horse Farm near Kalocsa, HungaryStrings of paprika peppers hung to dry.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/img_9531.jpgIMG_9531https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/img_9530.jpgStringing paprika at the Bakod Horse FarmI use paprika occasionally and Peggy likes to sprinkle it on deviled eggs that disappear almost as quickly as she can make them. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/img_9527.jpgWoman who strings paprika peppers in HungaryThe woman had a thousand watt smile that never left her face. The Kalocsa region is one of the world’s primary Paprika growing areas.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/img_9526.jpgIMG_9526https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/img_9522.jpgIMG_9522https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/img_9517.jpgHungarian folk dancer displays her pleated dress and embroidered apronAnita displayed her pleated dress, embroidered apron and some of the 8 petticoats that hold her dress out.2025-05-27T18:34:07+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2025/01/19/the-csikos-and-the-puszta-the-horsemen-of-the-hungarian-plains-and-aloha-danube-9/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/img_1651.jpgVolcanic eruption in HawaiiWe will try to slip in a couple of posts on the Big Island in between our Danube River posts over the next few week.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/img_9443.jpgHungary’s PusztaAny discussion of the csikós and their horses needs to start with Hungary’s Puszta, a vast open plain which is a section of the Great Hungarian Plain that is bordered by the Carpathian Mountains. It covers some 19,000 square miles and is made up of saline steppes, low, wet forests, and freshwater marshes. The region has a pastoral history that goes back thousands of years and is associated with several breeds of Hungary’s domestic animals. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/img_9689.jpgWagon ride at the Bakod Horse FarmThe Csikos finished off the horse show by giving us a ride out onto the Puszta. Next up Peggy and I will do a post on the folk dancing and Paprika. But first...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/img_9678.jpgView of how feet of Csikos horseman are places on a Hungarian post.This shows how the Csikos rider places his feet on the two horses he rides. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/img_9671.jpgHungarian post at the Bakod Horse FarmBut they were handsome.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/img_9667.jpgCsikos rider at Bakod Horse farm near Kolaska, Hungary88 miles south of Budapest, we came to the Hungarian town of Kolaska. We’ll have a post relating to the town but first I’m going to feature the Bakod Horse Farm located near the town and it’s incredible horsemen, the Csikos.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/img_9666.jpgIMG_9666https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/img_9661.jpgIMG_9661https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/img_9659.jpgIMG_9659https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/img_9655.jpgSide view of Hungarian post with Csikos rider at Bakod Farm.This provides a good side view of the post.2025-10-28T14:22:24+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2025/01/13/budapest-by-boat-and-bus-the-great-river-series-danube-8/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/img_1531.jpgSitting horse photo from Danube River trip.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/img_9344-2.jpgMatthias Church of Budapest lit up at night.And a final shot of Matthias Church to wrap up our three blogs on Budapest. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/img_9337.jpgBudapest Church at nightThe church that photobombed our pictures of the Hungarian Parliament Building from Fisherman’s Bastion.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/img_9333-2.jpgIMG_9333 2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/img_9324.jpgNight photo of BudapestNight photography can be tricky without a tripod from a moving boat. I’ll just label this one art.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/img_9317.jpgIMG_9317https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/img_9313.jpgIMG_9313https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/img_9308-2.jpgLooking toward LibertyBridge and the Gellert Hotel from the riverboat Amadeus NovaToday, Peggy and I are going to feature a variety of photos we took as we wandered through Budapest by both boat and bus. Here we are looking toward the Liberty Bridge and Budapest's Classic Gellert hotel from the Amadeus. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/img_9307.jpgAmadeus Nova riverboatAnother view of our boat. The cold, cloudy November day explains the lack of people on the sundeck.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/img_9306.jpgLiberty Statue on top of Gellert Hill in Budapest presently under renovationThe Liberty statue, which represent freedom from Communist rule stands on top of Liberty Hill.2025-02-11T16:48:47+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2025/01/06/bucharest-the-parliament-building-buda-castle-and-heros-square-great-river-series-danube-8/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/img_9327.jpgBuda Castle/Palace at nightBudapest has done a great job of lighting buildings along the Danube River. This is Buda Palace.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/img_9272.jpgIMG_9272https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/img_9274.jpgIMG_9274https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/img_9267.jpgIMG_9267https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/img_1452.jpgIMG_1452https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/img_1442.jpgIMG_1442https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/img_9295.jpgIMG_92952025-01-27T21:56:47+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2024/12/24/if-nanny-with-her-painted-hooves-and-micro-mini-skirt-and-billy-in-bellbottom-pants-wearing-wire-rim-glasses-and-chewing-grass/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/screenshot-2024-12-18-at-10.20.59-am.jpegCards created by Curt Mekemsonhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/screenshot-2024-12-18-at-10.20.59-am-1.pngScreenshot 2024-12-18 at 10.20.59 AMhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/screenshot-2024-12-18-at-10.20.59-am.pngScreenshot 2024-12-18 at 10.20.59 AMThey may have something important to tell you. Listen carefully.2025-01-07T21:58:54+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2024/12/16/welcome-to-budapest-hungary-matthias-church-great-river-series-danube-7/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/img_9156.jpgHoly Trinity on top of column next to Matthias Church in BudapestHere’s the Holy Trinity. The Holy Ghost hovers above as a dove with light emanating from it, God with his flowing beard is next, and Jesus is carrying his cross. A fat little cherub is on the lower right because fat little cherubs apparently like to hang around the powers that be. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/img_9247.jpgHungary’s Parliament BuildingAnother was of Hungary’s Parliament building which will be one of the sights featured in our next post.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/img_9193.jpgPillars in Matthias Church in BudapestMy favorite: The pillars of the church!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/img_9198.jpgSt László in Matthias ChurchNow, check out the eyes on St László. I don’t think I would want him staring at me!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/img_9183.jpgPainting of stag eating in Matthias Church in BudapestThis was one of my favorite photos of a stag doing what stags do— eat grass— while the ‘Lamb of God’ looks on. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/img_9172.jpgUse of light in Matthias Church for emphaisisLight was beautifully used through the church for emphasis.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/img_9187.jpgPhoto inside Matthias Church on Bud HillAnother example. Both unity and depth are achieved here.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/img_9190.jpgThe Virgin Mary above the altar at Matthias Church in Budapest Hungary.I really liked the way Mary was designed to allow light from the stained glass windows to flow around her. This attention to detail was found through the church.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/img_9188.jpgAltar in Matthias Church in BudapestThe warm brown and gold colors found on the main altar of Matthias Church are found throughout the church.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/img_9144.jpgMatthias raven and ring on top of Matthias Church in Budapest.Legend has it that Matthias' mother sent a raven to Prague with the ring urging her son to return home. King Matthias is another of Hungary’s loved rulers. He incorporated the raven into is coat of arms and put one on top of the church with his symbolic ring. 2025-01-05T14:32:44+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2024/12/10/from-a-tip-of-the-hat-to-a-classy-hotel-bratislava-the-great-river-series-danube-6/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/img_9130.jpgView of St. Stephen’s Basilica in BudapestA view looking up a hill toward St. Stephen’s Basilica in Budapest.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/img_9140.jpgSt. Stephen’s Basilica, Budapest HungarySt. Stephen’s Basilica in Budapest, Hungary.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/img_8902.jpgPrimates Palace, BratislavaA view of the top of the Primates Palacehttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/img_8857.jpghttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/img_8951-1.jpgStatue of Naci in Old Town BratislavaMeet Naci. He’s one of several statues scattered around Old Town, Bratislava designed to give the city a new image following the dark days of Communist rule that ended in the mid-1990s. Naci was actually a real person who would dress up in elegant clothes, and wander the streets of the city. He was known for bowing in front of women, giving them flowers and singing to them. here, he greets our sister-in-law, Frances Dallen.2024-12-17T00:53:58+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2024/12/06/bratislava-a-castle-a-gate-and-weird-stone-animals-the-great-river-series-danube-5/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/img_1358.jpgIMG_1358https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/img_8790.jpgIMG_8790https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/img_8930-2.jpgCoat of arms featuring rearing horse in BratislavaAnother featured a reading horse with a wild-looking tail.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/img_8928-2.jpgBratislava coat of arms featuring lion with two tailsThis coat of arms also featured an interesting animal: A lion with two tails and its tongue sticking out.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/img_8930-1.jpgIMG_8930https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/img_8928-1.jpgEven coatshttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/img_1339.jpgSt. George slaying a three headed dragon at the Primatial Palace in BratislavaAnother example was found in the Primatial Palace in Bratislava. Here, St. George slays a three headed dragon. He come on a town where people were chosen by lot, tied up and sacrificed to the dragon. The latest was the king’s daughter. So what’s a guy to do? https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/img_8886-1.jpgArchangel Michael slaying dragon on top od St. Michael’s Bate in BratislavaThe Archangel St. Michael slays a dragon on top of the tower.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/img_8891.jpgMichael’s Gate, BratislavaMichael’s Gate is another prominent city landmark. It dates back to medieval times and is one of the oldest buildings in the city.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/img_1287.jpgRiverboat Amadeus docked at the Bratislava, SlovakHere’s the Amadeus docked in Bratislava, We had a rear cabin on the opposite side of the boat. Large picture windows that could be opened or closed at the push of a button provided great views of the river and passing towns and scenery along the river banks. The round building on top of bridge is known as the UFO restaurant. You can see why.2024-12-16T16:33:46+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2024/12/02/back-to-the-rabbit-er-hare-its-a-wrap-on-vienna-the-great-river-series-danube-4/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/img_8882.jpgMichael’s Gate in Bratislava, SlovakiaNext up, we hop on our riverboat and sail down the Danube to Bratislava, the Capital of Slovakia. This is one of Bratislava’s prominent landmarks, Michael’s Gate.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/img_1189.jpgMerman holding up Zeus and Minerva in ViennaI felt sorry for the mermen. But check out the body.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/img_8481.jpgGenerali Building in ViennaSeveral buildings in Vienna had striking green tops. This one was the Generali Insurance Company building. I think the globe represents that the company is worldwide, Apparently it requires at least two Atlas’s to hold it up. Which brings me to...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/hare-soup-john-copy.jpgHare soup in soup card by Curtis MekemsonAnd neither is it one of my hare cards. “Waiter, waiter!” The old man called. “There’s a hare in my soup."https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/screenshot-2024-11-30-at-4.01.45-pm.pngAlbrecht Dürer's famous hare located in Vienna’s Albertina MuseumIt’s Albrecht Dürer's 1505 water color of a young hare that is located at the nearby Albertina Museum. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/albrecht-durer-hare.jpegScreenshotScreenshothttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_8684.jpgIMG_8684https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_8483.jpgGreen Hare on top of Bitzinger Sausage Stand in Vienna, AustriaI ended my last post on Vienna by jumping down a rabbit hole to learn more about this fantastic beast that hangs out on top of Bitzinger Sausage Stand with his bottle of champaign. I not talking about an Alice in Wonderland hole; I’m talking about its modern equivalent, the internet. I discovered he is modeled after one of the World’s most famous hares. And no, it isn’t Bugs Bunny. Raise you hand if you have a clue. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_8480.jpgBuildings in ViennaPeggy is a great fan of architecture as art. Vienna is full buildings like this. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_8445.jpgIMG_84452024-12-17T17:14:55+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2024/11/27/happy-thanksgiving-2/2024-12-02T20:48:13+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2024/11/25/sisi-sisi-let-down-your-hair-apologies-to-rapunzel-the-winter-palace-danube-3/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_1188.jpgGreen rabbit in historic ViennaNot sure whether we will get a post up on Friday, given that it’s Thanksgiving weekend. If not, we’ll be back on Monday with more on Vienna’s historic downtown including this large green rabbit who’s seems to have landed himself a bottle of expensive Champaign. That’s al for now. “I’m late, I’m late, for a very important date.” The rabbit hole is waiting.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_1186.jpgStatue of horse at Hofburg Palace complexOne more horsey thought. I can’t remember what great military hero/emperor/etc. this is, but I do remember our guide told us you could tell how he died by the position of the horse’s hoof. One hoof up means he died from injuries suffered in battle. All four hoofs would have meant he died of natural causes. Both hoofs on the ground would tell us he died in battle. Other guides told us this as well. Validity? I don’t know.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_1443.jpgBook on Sisi by Brigitte HamannPeggy was so fascinated by Sisi she bought a biography on her. At 410 pages it was hardly light reading. Nor was it light carrying or easy to fit in an already loaded suitcase! Peggy noted that the main reason for Sisi’s unhappiness was the close to total control her Mother-in-law had over her. It was only later in life that she obtained a degree of independence. She expressed her unhappiness in poetry. A particularly telling poem was included in the museum: "I am a seagull of no land, I call no shore my home, I am bound to no place, I fly from wave to wave.” She was assassinated at age 60 by an Italian anarchist. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/screenshot-2024-11-22-at-7.18.19-pm.jpegPainting of Sisi in the Sisi Museum at the Hofburg Palace in ViennaSisi was considered one of the great beauties of Europe and considered her hair as her greatest attribute. It actually reached all the way to her feet when let down. Its care and maintenance required three hours per day. Sisi spent the time studying Greek and Hungarian, reading and writing poetry. Every three weeks she had her hair washed with raw eggs and brandy. The process took a whole day including drying. (Painting in the Sisi Museum.) https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_8755.jpgIMG_8755https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_8751.jpgScene on wall of St. Michaels Church in ViennaSt, Michaels is old, with a history stretching back over 8 centuries. I thought that this picture we found on the wall when we were leaving, spoke to churches age more than anything else we saw. The fresco is from around 1350. What’s going on is psychostasy, which was a new word for me. I means the weighing of souls. Have you been good or bad. This particular scene even comes with a rooting section with the Devil on one side and the Virgin Mary and Baby Jesus on the other. St. Michale is doing the weighing. Apparently, Jesus is winning, even though it appears the Devil has attached a weight to his basket. Tricky fellow.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_8748.jpgIMG_8748https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_8745.jpgAltar of St. Michael’s Church in ViennaA close up. I guess the good guys are on top bearing various and a-sundry weapons while the bad guys aren’t doing very well.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_8743.jpgIMG_8743https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_8739-3.jpgIMG_8739 32024-12-02T21:10:43+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2024/11/22/the-schonbrunn-viennas-ornate-palace-of-the-habsburgs-the-great-river-series-danube-2/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_8415.jpgDowntown view of Historic ViennaDowntown.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_8674.jpgView of downtown Vienna from the Habsburg’s Summer Palace.Remember how I said St. Stephan’s Cathedral dominates the skyline above Vienna. We took this photo above the Neptune statue on our way up to the Glorietta. The church is on the right.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_8672-2.jpgMap of Schönbrunn Palace, Vienna AustriaThis map provides a view of the Castle and the grounds that featured beautiful gardens and interesting sculptures. We hiked from the Palace up to the 'Gloriette' at the top of the map.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_8681.jpgIMG_8681https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_1230.jpgVienna's Summer PalaceWhile there was much of interest inside the Palace, Peggy and I actually spent an equal amount of time wandering around outside. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_8616-1.jpgPainting of peasants dancing in Vienna's Summer PalaceThis peasant couple looks a little fuzzy but hey, they were dancing fast and having fun.. A guy on the right toasts them. And does the half moon on the building behind them show an outhouse? It looks like it.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_8591-1.jpgMaria Theresa of the HabsburgsThis is Maria Theresa, of of the best known of the Habsburg rulers. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_8672-1.jpgIMG_8672https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_8671.jpgSide view of Gloriette at Vienna’s Summer PalaceA side perspective on the Gloriette. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_8664-1.jpgIMG_86642024-11-29T22:13:15+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2024/11/18/vienna-and-a-strikingly-beautiful-strange-cathedral-great-rivers-series-danube-1/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_8568.jpgVienna's Summer PalaceIt's time to move on, however. (Did I just hear, past time.) Next up is Vienna's Summer Palace.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_8553.jpgSt. Catherine at St. Stephan's Cathedral in ViennaAnd finally St. Catherine. I wondered why she was carrying a spiked wheel. I wondered if was like having a chip on your soldier only much worse. Turns out it was another instrument of torture. When she refused to reject her Christianity, it was used against her. Without going into details, the wheel broke and she was beheaded instead. She has the sword and a crown to prove it. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_8507.jpgSt. Barbara at St. Stephan's Church in ViennaThe woman standing behind at least 10 other beings, including angels peeking out from the clouds, is St. Barbara. Her daddy kept her hidden away in a castle until he discovered she had converted to Christianity. Then he took here to the local priest who submitted her to various torture, from which she would miraculously be cured by God each night. Finally out of frustration, Daddy chopped her head off. On the way home he was struck by lightning and burned to a crisp. There's a message here. Anyway, the castle represents where she was held, the sword how she died and the crown her martyrdom.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_8510-1.jpgInside of St. Stephan's Cathedral in ViennaThis is a photo of the inside of the Cathedral. It's busy. I meant it to be. The number of statues and paintings of saints and important church personages is mind blowing. This is looking toward the high alter.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_8490-2-1.jpgFront view of St. Stephan's Church in ViennaA front view of St.Stephan's. The main entrance to the church is just below the overhang. Known as the Giant's Door, it was packed with visitors. The story is the name refers to the thighbone of a mammoth that was found in 1443 while workers were digging the foundation for the North Tower and hung over it for decades after being unearthed in 1443 while digging the foundations for the north tower,https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_9052-1.jpgThe Danube RiverI've put on some mood music for today's post: The Blue Danube by Johann Strauss. Appropriately it's being played by the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra. The river has a blue green tinge to it here because of the time of day and clouds. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_8773.jpgIMG_8773https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_8770.jpgNorth side view of St. Stephan's Cathedral in ViennaA view of the North Tower where the bone was found. Originally, the North tower was supposed to match the South Tower but funds ran out. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_8555.jpgIMG_8555https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_8554.jpgStatue of knight with impressive codpiece in St. Stephan's Church in Vienna.There were many other sights that caught my attention as I wandered around the church, including this knight with his impressive codpiece to protect his vitals during battle. They were quite the fashion statement of the time.2024-11-28T18:56:57+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2024/11/15/through-the-heart-of-the-grand-canyon-by-raft-miles-181-280-the-great-river-series-5/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_9712.jpgThe Danube RiverSunset on the Danube River.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_9677-1.jpgDon Green admiring the beauty of the Grand Canyon at the end of an 18 day raft trip down the Colorado River through the CanyonDon, I think, represented us all, when looking a bit scruffy, looked off into the distance one last time, contemplating the wonder of what we had just been through.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_9543-1.jpgTom Lovering at the end of leading a trip down the Colorado River through the Grand CanyonA final photo of Tom. He looked tired— but it was well earned tired. We all owed him a great debt of gratitude for the great adventure he had taken us on: For all of the planning and organizing, and for doing everything in his power to assure that we experienced everything the Colorado River and the Grand Canyon had to offer, and to do it while in a safe manner while having loads of fun along the way.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_9533-1.jpgCurt Mekemson at the end of an 18-day private raft trip down the Colorado RiverLooking equally scruffy, I had added another whole layer of appreciation for the Canyon I had loved and explored over the years on foot, by mule, by car and by helicopter.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_9383-1.jpgBone at the end of his 18 day raft trip through the Grand CanyonAnd finally: Bone. No-one had more fun than he did. Virtually everyone spent time with him. As a final gesture, he mad sure that everybody initialed his PFD.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_8349-1.jpgPeggy Mekemson on an 18 day private raft trip on the Colorado River through the Grand CanyonAnd Peggy, who had loved every minute of the adventure, looked just about like she always does. How in the heck does she do it? (Photo by Don Green.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_9624-1.jpgViews along the Colorado River between Lava Falls Rapids and Lake MeadA final view.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_9590-1.jpgScenery along Colorado River between Mile 180 and 280And a combination of river's edge and far away views.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_9545-1.jpgIMG_9545https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_9538.jpgScenery along Colorado River between Mile 180 and 280Distant vistas.2024-11-28T16:25:52+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2024/11/08/through-the-heart-of-the-grand-canyon-by-raft-miles-60-135-the-great-river-series-3/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_8384.jpgChristmas Tree CaveOur final stop for this post was at Christmas Tree Cave ay Mile 135.5.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_8345.jpgCampsite along Colorado RiverAnd another campsite. It was getting hot and Tom was flying a Jimmy Buffet flag. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_8336.jpgColorado River in Grand CanyonMoving on (because this post is already too long), another river view.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_8232.jpgElves Chasm on the Colorado River in the Grand CanyonA few miles farther along, tom had us stop at this charming site, which I believe was Elves Chasm at mile https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/2010.05.30.08.00.19.img_0510.dg_.jpgHiking up Shinumo Creek on the Colorado RiverAnd hiked up it to see its 12 foot waterfall. The current was swift and the rocks were slippery. Thus the help. (Photo by Don Green.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_8161-1.jpgCommercial raft trip down the Colorado RiverA commercial boat went flying past us, providing a contrast with our private trip.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_8159.jpgCrystal Rapids on the Colorado RiverCrystal Rapids at mile 89 the next morning presented a challenge. The water flow was high and dangerous. There was a long discussion between Steve and Tom whether to chance it or wait for the river to drop in a couple of hours. That's possible because flows are determined by the amount of water let out of Lake Powell each day. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_8151-1.jpgIMG_8151https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_8149.jpgDreaded pirate Steve Van Dore threatens BoneThere was time for more goofing around. The Dread Pirate Steve Van Dore threatened to cut off Bone's head if he didn't tell Steve where he hid his gold.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/2010.05.28.17.32.26.img_0440.dg_.jpgTome Lovering with spiked hairdoThings got a little strange in camp that night as Tom struggled for a new look... (Photo by Don Green.)2024-11-19T00:58:30+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2024/11/11/through-the-heart-of-the-grand-canyon-by-raft-miles-136-180-the-great-river-series-4/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/lava-by-don-1.jpgSteve Van Dore boatman with Curt and Peggy Mekemson rafting through Lava Falls Rapids on the Colorado RiverI still get the jitters when I see this photo. Peggy and I were hanging on to special ties with all of the strength we had. Steve was rowing like a madman, trying to keep control of his boat. (Photo by Don Green.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_8658.jpgWhile some hiked up the creek toward the Havasupai Village...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/lava-by-don.jpgLava by Donhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_8786.jpgTequila Point beneath Lava Falls on the Colorado RiverNext post: The final hundred miles.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_8769.jpgTequila Point beneath Lava Falls on the Colorado RiverFolks helped Megan gather her equipment. She was fine, but definitely ready for a shot.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_8768.jpgTequila Point beneath Lava Falls on the Colorado RiverEveryone was happy.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_8765.jpgTequila Point just below Lava FallsWe made it to Tequila point just below the rapids. The tequila was waiting!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_8759.jpgLava Falls Rapid on the Colorado RiverYou can hear the roar of Lava Falls Rapids long before you get there. Here you are floating down a beautiful calm river and you round a bend! There it is. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_8753.jpgBone scouting Lava Falls Rapids on the Colorado RiverExtremely careful scouting is called for.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img_8752.jpgIMG_87522024-11-19T22:46:03+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2024/11/04/through-the-heart-of-the-grand-canyon-by-raft-the-great-river-series-2/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/img_7866.jpgMouth of Little Colorado River where it flows into the Colorado RiverI suspect the Hopi would have seen these reeds as weaving material.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/img_7862.jpgAt the Mouth of the Little Colorado RiverAs always, my camera was kept busy.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/2010.05.26.16.35.37.img_0310.dg_.jpgRunning rapids on the Colorado RiverFortunately, no one drowned. That does it for today. Next Friday we will continue our trip down the river with its great beauty and wild adventures.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/img_8011.jpgBone scouting rapids on the Colorado RiverIn fact Bone became so confidant in his rafting skills, he decided he could serve as a scout checking out rapids.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/img_7993-1.jpgJamie Wilson and Bone on the Colorado RiverAnd Jamie decided to teach him how to row.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/img_7871.jpgSucker on the Little Colorado RiverA sucker found him amusing...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/img_7988-1.jpgNancy Pape and Bone pn the Colorado RiverNancy Pape praised him for being so brave.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/img_7986-1.jpgWorld Famous traveling Bone floats down the Little Colorado RiverEven Bone gave it a try, but he preferred the calmer part of the river.2024-11-12T21:35:45+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2024/10/31/welcome-to-draculas-castle-in-transylvania-happy-halloween/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/img_5965.jpgHalloween contest between staff and PurcellActually, my dentist, Dr. Tim Smith, and his staff at Purcellville Dental are excellent. And have a great sense of humor. Their annual decorate for Halloween contest was underway. Each staff member creates a 'Jack-o-lantern' and patients are invited to vote for their favorite. This was mine. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/img_1440.jpgPumpkinsAnd finally, the Mekemson and Cox Family Pumpkins.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/img_1437.jpgEeyore with the Traveling BoneEeyore and Bone have been wandering around North America for 25 years. Bone gets Eeyore into trouble and Eeyore gets Bone out of trouble.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/img_1436.jpgGeorge the African Bush DevilGeorge is wearing his Red Hawk mask, which he also wears at Burning Man.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/img_1430.jpgIMG_1430https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/img_1429.jpgBonettaThe lovely Bonetta put on her Burning Man wedding dress to appear as the Bide of Dracula.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/img_1429-2.jpgIMG_1429 2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/img_1425.jpgIMG_1425https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/img_1421-2.jpgHalloweenIf you've been around this blog for a while, you know Bone, Eeyore, Bonetta, and The Bush Devil. Bone has visited over 50 countries, Eeyore is his traveling companion, Bone met Bonetta in a Florida swamp, and married her at Burning Man, The Bush Devil came home with me from Africa and is on the front of my book about my Peace Corps experience. They dressed up for Halloween.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/img_1319-1.jpgTower at Dracula's Castle where Vlad the Impaler was once imprisonedAt one point, Vlad was imprisoned in this tower for a couple of years, a part of his own castle. 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drinking water in Hwange National Park, ZimbabweWhile a giraffe's neck is long, is isn't long enough to compensate for it's long legs when drinking water. A combination of bending its legs while maintaining balance is the solution. One giraffe has been left on guard duty while two drink here. the vulnerability is obvious, especially when dealing with lions. Crocodiles can also be a challenge. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/img_2126.jpgGiraffe prehensile lipsThe giraffe uses its prehensile lips (moveable) in coordination with its tongue in chowing down on acacia leaves while avoiding the trees sharp thorns.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/img_4519.jpegPeggy and giraffDid I tell you the the giraffe is Peggy's favorite African animal?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/img_4270.jpgTrio of giraffes in Hwange National ParksThis trio of giraffes was one of Peggys favorite photos. A herd of giraffes is appropriately named a tower!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/img_4266.jpgIMG_4266https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/img_4262.jpgIMG_4262https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/img_4229.jpgIMG_4229https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/img_4218-3.jpgGiraffe driving waterAnother problem the giraffe faces while drinking is blood rushing to its head. The expandable jugular veins have one-way valves that allow the veins to expand and prevent the blood from flowing back to the brain https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/img_4218-2.jpgIMG_4218 2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/img_4212.jpgIMG_42122025-05-27T16:23:40+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2024/01/19/hip-hip-hippo-lets-hear-it-for-these-humorous-but-dangerous-behemoths-on-safari-part-6/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/img_2530.jpgHippos lining up on Kariba Lake, ZambiaThese hippos provided a photo op by lining up.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/img_3256.jpgHippo having discussion with kid on Chobe RiverPeggy captured this demonstration on our first riverboat trip on the Chobe River. Is junior getting a lecture on its behavior? It would appear so.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/img_3271.jpgLarge hippo in Chobe RiveThe sun was setting on this big fellow when we took our first boat trip on the Chobe River in Botswana. I'd say 'bloat' works here. An average female tips the scales at 3000 pounds while a big male can weigh up to 9000 pounds.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/img_4402.jpgIMG_4402https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/img_4366.jpgSleeping hippo comes up for air on Lake KaribaHippos can't swim. Their size and density makes them sink. But there are ideally suited for travel under water and can stay down for ten mites at a time. They actually walk along the bottom. Flaps over their noses and ears close automatically when they go under. A special lid covers their eyes. This fellow, BTW, is probably asleep. Hippos can sleep under the water, automatically rising every five minutes and sucking in air while continuing to sleep.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/img_3628.jpgIMG_3628https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/img_3622.jpgHippo and small birdhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/img_2698.jpgDemonstration of how far a hippo can open it's jaw in Matusadona National Park, ZimbabweThe park ranger who was taking on the tour into the park, got out of our safari vehicle to demonstrate how far a hippo can open its jaw.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/img_2695.jpgSkull of hippo at Matusadona National Park at Lake Kariba, ZimbabweThis hippo skull was beside a small road we were following into Matusadona National Park at Lake Kariba. Note the tusks.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/img_2691.jpgIMG_26912024-01-24T21:18:18+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2024/01/22/an-intro-to-africas-amazing-bird-life-the-african-darter-and-the-yellow-billed-stork-on-safari-7/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/darter-14.jpgAfrican darter preeningNow I can go back to being beautiful.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/darter-13.jpgAfrican darter with fish in throatGulp.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/darter-12.jpgAfrican darter swallows catfish on the banks of the chobe riverDown the hatch!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/darter-11.jpgAfrican darter prepares to swallow fish in BotswanaWow, I think I have it right! Thereby hangs a tail. Heh. heh.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/darter-10.jpgAfrican darter about to swallow fishAha! I think I have it right this time.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/darter-9.jpgDarter 9https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/darter-8.jpgAfrican darter with fish in sand to position for eatingMaybe if I use the sand this time...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/darter-7.jpgAfrican darter with fish in Chobe National ParkDang. Obviously I not swallowing this...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/darter-6.jpgAfrican darter flips fish to eatSee how I flip the fish to position it right. I'm very good at flipping. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/darter-5.jpgAfrican darter and catfish in AfricaUpsy Fishy. Now don't blink...2024-01-29T21:24:39+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2024/01/15/big-brains-long-eyelashes-migrating-teeth-and-a-ton-of-poop-elephant-wrap-up-on-safari-part-5/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/69620038.jpgLiberian woman harvesting termites for food circa 1967Termite queens fly in vast numbers after the first rains of the year. Here, a Liberian woman who lived next to us, dries out the termites, or as Liberians call them, bug-a-bug, for use in chop, a primary Liberian dish. At a school feast, my students took extra pleasure in making sure my chop was filled with them.2024-01-31T00:16:34+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2024/01/12/in-the-elephant-matriarchal-society-its-all-about-family-and-mom-is-boss/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/img_0399.jpgElephant Clan along the Chobe River in Botswana at the end of dry seasonThere is one other grouping of elephants known as a clan where families join together during dry season where water and food are more readily available. This is along the Chobe River in Botswana. We were lucky to be there at the end of the dry season when everyone was hanging out there. After the rainy season starts the families disperse through out the National Park.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/screenshot-2023-11-30-at-2.59.22-pm.jpegElephant calf waiting for foodThis calf's tusks will grow as it ages but the odds are they won't be nearly as long as its Parents and grandparents. Note the lack of other teeth in this photo but the very prominent tongue. An elephant uses its tongue to transfer food back to its large molars where it is ground up for consumption. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/screenshot-2023-11-11-at-6.55.48-am.pngScreenshot 2023-11-11 at 6.55.48 AMhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/img_4203-2.jpegIMG_4203 2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/img_4187.jpegIMG_4187https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/img_4185.jpgElephant pooping in Hwange National ParkA final photo. I couldn't help myself. Bombs away!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/img_4162-copy.jpgView of elephant herd consisting of females and youngsters heading for a water hole in Hwange National Park, ZimbabweA family of elephants consisting of the matriarch leading the herd, her sisters, kids and grandkids head for a water hole in Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/img_4155-2.jpgVery pregnant cow elephant in Hwange National Park, ZimbabweI'd say more than a baby bump. This female in Hwange National Park must be very close to giving birth.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/img_3824.jpgMammary glands on an elephant are located between their front legs, or arms, as they are on humans and other primatesAn elephants mammary glands are located between their front legs, or arms, like they are on humans and other primates.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/img_3512.jpgFamily of elephants making its way through the Chobe RiverAnother family makes its way along the Chobe River in Botswana. A young bull was showing interest...2024-01-18T00:15:51+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2024/01/03/welcome-to-2024-we-think/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/img_1453.jpgCrocodile from Chobe National Park in Botswana 2023Do you feel a little bit nervous about what's waiting for us in 2024?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/img_9825.jpgCamel at Pyramids 2023This camel we photographed at the Pyramids seemed to have something to say about the situation...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/screenshot-2023-11-16-at-11.46.52-am-2.jpegOstrich in South AfricaHow's this as an approach for 2024? Peggy and I photographed this ostrich in South Africa, a mile or so from the Cape of Good hope. Was it hiding or being hopeful. Actually, it was stuffing its mouth full of grass.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/img_9396.jpgCat at Alabaster Mosque in CairoAs did this cat hanging out in the Alabaster Mosque in Cairo.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/img_4476.jpegIMG_4476https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/img_4001.jpgHyrax on Table Top Mountain above Cape TownAnd we will end up with a smile on our face like this small hyrax we found perched on top of Table To Mountain overlooking Cape Town, South Africa. The hyrax's closest relatives, BTW are the elephant and the manatee!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/img_2785.jpgBuffalo taking dust bath in Theodore Roosevelt National Park, summer 2023Lacking mud, this buffalo we photographed in Theodore Roosevelt National Park in North Dakota last summer, opted for a dust bath! Whatever works!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/img_2111-2.jpgWarthog taking a mud bath in Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe 2023It hits really get bad, possibly a nice mud bath is the solution. It worked for the elephants and it worked for this warthog in Hwange National Park.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/img_2107.jpgMud at Burning Man 2023 This is from our trip to Burning Man last August when deep mud made the mere activity of walking a challenge. Forget driving or bicycling. I've been to Burning Man 13 times over the years and blogged about all of them.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/img_2074.jpgIMG_20742024-01-21T21:35:43+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2023/12/22/i-cant-believe-its-already-christmas/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/img_1500-copy.jpgIMG_1500 copy2024-01-07T23:58:52+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2023/12/18/elephants-cool-down-with-their-ears-hear-with-their-feet-and-lead-with-their-tails-on-safari-part-3/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/img_0516.jpgElephant tails on display at Chobe National ParkAnd finally, we reach the tail end of this post. Grin. Tails on elephants serve just like tails on cattle: They swish around a lot and keep the bugs away. But there is more. Almost everyone has seen photos of a baby elephant holding on to its mom's tail. It serves the same purpose as moms and dads holding their younger children's hands. It guides them and helps keep them out of trouble. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/illustration-from-sciencegate-showing-blood-vessels-in-an-elephants-ear.jpegIllustration from ScienceGate showing blood vessels in an elephant's ear.This illustration from ScienceGate provides a different view.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/img_4436.jpgElephant footprints after a rainstormTracking an elephant after a rainstorm would not be a problem!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/img_4208.jpegAfrican elephant foot print near the Iganyana Tent Camp on the edge of Hwange National Park in Zimbabwe.To provide another perspective, this is my size 15 shoe next to a fresh elephant print. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/img_4036.jpgFootprint of Jumbo the elephantAnd now it's time to turn to elephant's feet. They're big too, which shouldn't come as any surprise considering they belong to animals weighing between https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/img_2227.jpgElephant footprints in Hwange National Park, ZimbabweTracking an elephant after a rainstorm would not be a problem!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/img_2216.jpgIMG_2216https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/img_2212.jpgAn elephant's toe boneThis is an elephant's toe bone that Terry showed us when we were out on our safari walk.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/img_2058.jpgClose up of an elephant's foot in Chobe National Park, BotswanaHere's what an elephant's foot looks like close up. Like us, an elephant has five toes on each foot, but not all of the toes have toenails. It actually walks on its toes. A thick pad of gristle extends backward, working something like a shock absorber. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/img_2029.jpgElephant routes to food and waterElephants tend to follow the same routes to reach food and water, creating this type of trail system.2024-01-07T23:57:55+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2023/12/10/have-you-ever-petted-an-elephants-trunk-peggy-has-on-safari-part-2/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/img_0505.jpgElephant kicking up grass in Cove National ParkThis is not an angry elephant about to charge. It's rooting up grass with its foot to eat while flapping its ears to keep cool. Once the grass is loose it will use its trunk to shake out the dirt and transfer the food to its mouth. Elephants eat a lot. Full grown elephants require up to 350 pounds of food a day.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/img_0399.jpgDry season on the Chobe RiverIt is no challenge finding lots of elephants along the Chobe River in dry season.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/img_4182.jpegElephants drinking water at the Iganyana Tent Camp on the edge of Hwange National Park, ZimbabweI thought the swimming pool watering hole deserved another photo because of the baby elephant in the middle trying to get its trunk into the water. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/img_4162-2.jpegElephants drinking water at Iganyana Tent Camp next to Hwange National Park in ZimbabweAnd these guys were doing at the Iganyana Tent Camp on the edge of Hwange National Park when they came by to drink out of the swimming pool while we were eating dinner next to it.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/img_4160-2.jpgElephant eating while it is walking in Hwange National ParkOne thing that we noticed in Hwange National Park was that the elephants were also using their trunks to grab grass and eat while they were walking. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/img_4159-3.jpegIMG_4159 3https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/img_4158.jpgIMG_4158https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/img_4150.jpgElephant at water hole in Hwange national Park demonstrates unique way of drinking waterSpeaking of shooting water into a mouth, this strange photo seems to show an elephant doing just that for itself. Or was it spitting the water out and sucking it in with its trunk?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/img_3506.jpgPetting an elephant's trunk at Wild Horizons Elephant SanctuaryPeggy is petting an elephants trunk near the tip at the sanctuary. She described the skin skin as hard and the hairs wire-like and sharp."https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/img_3493.jpgIMG_34932023-12-19T14:19:35+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2023/12/04/come-on-in-the-muds-fine-plus-a-dramatic-rescue-effort-by-elephants-in-chobe-national-park-on-safari-part-1/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/img_0587.jpgElephants crossing the Chobe River in BotswanaThis family of elephants had been out on an island in the Chobe River and has just crossed back to the shore through the river. Along the way, they had washed off most of their mud. It was time for another mud bath.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/img_4402.jpegPeggy Mekemson, Frances and John Dallen and Curt Mekemson on safari in Botswana, AfricaPeggy, Frances, John and me with an elephant backdrop on safari in Chobe Nation Park, Botswana. We were on an open-sided river boat on the Chobe River.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/img_4149-2.jpgElephant finishes off mud bath in Hwange National Park by spraying itself with muddy waterHere's the way to finish off a mud bath!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/img_4147-2.jpgIMG_4147 2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/img_3521-2-2.jpgYoung elephant crawls out of a holeAlmost there!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/img_3520.jpgIMG_3520https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/img_3518.jpgIMG_3518https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/img_3514-2.jpgIMG_3514 2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/img_2634.jpgElephant covered in dry mud in Matusadona National Park, ZambiaMany, maybe even most, of the elephants we saw had mud caked on their like this one in Matusadona National Park, Zimbabwe.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/img_1972.jpgIMG_19722025-11-22T15:33:01+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2023/11/10/hippos-and-lions-and-elephants-oh-my-african-safari-2023-up-close-and-personal/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/img_2081-1.jpgGiraffe shows tongue in Chobe National Park, Zimbabwe 2023Would you believe my grey blue tongue is about 19 inches long?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/img_2081.jpgGiraffe displaying long tongue in Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe, 2023Would you believe my tongue https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/img_1768.jpgSantoriniFrances, John, Peggy, Kathy and Lee in Santorini, one of the many places we visited in the Mediterranean. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/img_1502.jpgKing of Beasts gives self a bath in Chobe National Park, BotswanaThe King of Beasts, proves his cat like nature by washing his face with a paw bath.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/img_4153-2.jpgElephants drinking out of the swimming pool atElephants kept arriving to drink out of the swimming pool which was located about 20 feet away from our dining table at Iganyana Tented Camp in Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe.One group would finish and another would arrive. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/69630033.jpg1967 senior class at Gboveh High, Gbarnga, Liberia with Peace Corps teacher Curt MekemsonA very young me as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Gbarnga, Liberia in 1967 with the senior class. I taught African History, World History and geography at Gboveh High School. My students took top national honors in Social Studies that year. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/img_0160.jpgLioness in Chobe National Park, Botswana AfricaForget the King of Beasts, I'm the Queen of Beasts.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/img_4838.jpgHyrax on Table Mountain above Cape Town 2023We found this cute little fellow on Table Mountain above Cape Town, South Africa. I'm betting you probably don't know it's closest relatives. We sure didn't. They are the elephant and the manatee. That's it for today. Next up, I'll feature some of the many elephants we met along the way.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/img_4623.jpgIMG_4623https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/img_4402.jpegPeggy Mekemson, John and Frances Dallen and me on the Chobe River in BotswanaI'll conclude today with this photo of Peggy, Frances, John and me on the Chobe River with an elephant backdrop. My next post will feature these elephants and many more we met along the way!2023-12-14T18:15:05+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2023/10/16/six-top-artists-from-petaluma-who-display-their-work-at-burning-man-michael-garlington-nancy-bertotti-marco-cochrane-julia-whitelaw-david-best-and-kevin-clark/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/img_2156.jpgHappy Halloweenhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/img_2152.jpgBig Foot or Great ApeAnd finally, on behalf of Big Foot, or is it a great ape, and in honor of our trips to Burning Man and Africa, Peggy and I wish you a Happy Halloween.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/18-totem-of-confession-burns-at-burning-man-2015-dg.jpgTotem of Confession burns at Burning Man 2015 DGLeary's ashes burn again for a second time as the Temple of Confession burns. They also shoot up into the sky for a second time. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/15-peephole-view-at-totem-of-confession-burning-man-2015.jpgPeephole view at Totem of Confession Burning Man 2015A peephole in the Totem of Confession.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/3-totem-of-confession-during-day-at-burning-man-2015.jpgTotem of Confession during day at Burning Man 2015The Totem of Confession in 2015. The photo of Leary, a confessional, and a tower of skulls were inside. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/bm-20132.jpgThe Photo Chapel at Burning Man 2014The Photo Chapelhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/ego-3.jpgEgo sculpture at Burning ManA close up of the Ego Sculpture.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/ego-2012.jpgEgo 2012 at Burning ManThe 2012 Ego Sculpturehttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/kens-bm-002.jpgThe 2007 Burning Man Temple by David BestThe 2007 Burning Man Temple taken by my friend Ken Lake.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/screenshot-2023-10-14-at-1.41.13-pm.pngA 1920's photo of Petaluma proclaiming itself as the egg basket of the world.This 1920s era photo showed Petaluma's pride in it's egg laying mamas.2023-12-04T14:08:24+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2023/10/08/planets-visit-the-playa-at-burning-man-2023-plus-a-preview-of-our-upcoming-journey-to-africa/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/img_1868-3.jpgClose up of inflatable earth at Burning Man featuring South AfricaI'm including this close up of the southern part of Africa because it covers where Peggy and I will be in a couple of weeks. Our journey will take us as far north as Victoria Falls and as far south as Cape Town. In between we will visit Kobe and Hwange National Parks. In addition to the usual vehicle trips into the national parks we will also do boat trips on the Kobe River and Lake Kariba. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/img_1868-2.jpgInflatable of earth featuring the southern portion of the continent at Burning Man 2023I wanted to include this close up of the southern half of Africa since Peggy and I will be there in a couple of weeks. Our trip will take us from Lake Victoria (the large lake at the right top to Capetown on the tip. Along the way we will visit Victoria Falls and several big game parks. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/img_3223.jpgMars at Burning Man 2023Mars.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/img_1871.jpgMoon at Burning Man 2023 rendered in black and whiteI thought it would be fun to render the moon in Black and white. BTW, while we were at Burning Man, the real moon made one of its closest approaches to earth. Unfortunately, we couldn't get a good photo because of clouds.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/img_1870.jpgClose up of moon on Playa at Burning Man 2023Here's a close up of the moon. I couldn't find out who brought the large, inflatable planes to Burning Man, but they were impressive.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/img_3227.jpgThe earth, moon and mars at Burning Man 2023The moon, earth, and mars visited Burning Man 2023. They were located along the Esplanade, Burning Man's main street, which separated Black Rock City from the Playa.2023-11-11T17:26:10+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2023/10/06/a-pink-tiger-a-ukrainian-hedge-hog-a-large-blue-bear-and-a-gigantic-spider-plus-the-intriguing-wildlife-art-of-burning-man-2023/2023-11-13T18:44:20+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2023/09/27/the-magnificent-beasts-of-burning-man-2023-and-how-bone-caused-the-rain-storm-art-2/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/unicorn-2.jpgInvisible Trojan Unicorn artwork at Burning Man 2023 Invisible Trojan Unicorn by Invisible Pink Unicorns from Los Angeles, CAYou are looking at an 'invisible Trojan Unicorn' according to artists, Invisible Pink Unicorns from Los Angeles. It's certainly pink and a unicorn. Here's what the artists had to say, "Given the challenge of getting the tickets, we invited the easiest and cheapest way to get to Burning Man - inside the Trojan unicorn. Please come and check if it is open and if we successfully get out to the Playa and are not trapped inside (and help us get out if we are still in)!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/raingod-6.jpgChacc, the Rain God at Burning Man 2023 accepts Bone as a sacrifice.Apparently, the answer was yes. He grabbed Bone up quickly. You know the result: Rain at Burning Man 2023 with 70,000 people being stuck in the mud. Watch what you ask for. Bone has been very quiet about his role.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/rain-god-13.jpgRain god 13https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/rain-god-10-48346429-e1695074917859.jpgThe Rain God, Chaac at Burning Man 2023 by, Miguel Guzman and lyvone Khoo from: Mexico City, Mexico & SingaporeThis handsome fellow is Chaac, the Mayan Rain God. Peggy and I had met him before when we were on our Honeymoon in Mexico and had spent the night in a motel next to https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/rain-god-9.jpgRain god 9https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/rain-god-8.jpgThe world famous traveling Bone offers himself up as a sacrificeThe ever curious Bone decides to see if Chacc will accept him as a sacrifice. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/rain-god-6.jpgRain god 6https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/rain-god-4.jpgRain god 4https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/rain-god-3.jpgRain god 3https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/rain-god-2.jpgRain god 22023-11-11T17:13:55+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2023/09/18/from-mythical-winged-creatures-to-void-bunnies-the-art-of-burning-man-2023-part-1/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/unknown-11.jpgMobile art at Burning Man 2023While I couldn't find the name of the artist who created this piece, I've always liked mobile art, especially the work created by Alexander Calder. There will be several more pieces I couldn't identify in my series of posts on Burning Man Art.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/unknown-9.jpgFlying beast artwork at Burning Man 2023I'll conclude with this fun winged beast I couldn't find any information on. Next up, I'll feature a Hedge Hog from Ukraine made from tank traps and other animals including a giant bear and bunny. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/turtle-3.jpgTurtle sculpture by Mark Dill from Fleming Island, Fl. is titled "Journey of the Aquatic"This handsome turtle sculpture by Mark Dill from Fleming Island, FL is titled Journey of the Aquatic .https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/turtle-1.jpg"Journey of the Aquatic" turtle sculpture at Burning Man 2023Here's the underside. Mark says the sculpture is "5 times life size of a loggerhead turtle. It is meant to express the joy and wonder of seeing turtles in the ocean. As well as the fragility of the turtles' lives and the dangers to their existence." https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/sky-god-8.jpgTouch the Sky at Burning Man 2023Touch the Sky was created by Martin Taylor and Chromaforms from Oakland, CA. He describes it as "a sculpture of a mythical winged creature with the head of a human preparing to take flight." He also notes, it "serves as a visual metaphor for taking leaps of faith to achieve our dreams and fly." https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/sky-god-6.jpgTouch the Sky, 2023 Burning Man Art by Martin Taylor and Chromaforms from Oakland, CAReaching toward the sky, this beautiful winged creature rises above the Playa of Burning Man 2023. The Man can be seen in the background.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/sky-god-3.jpgTouch the Sky art sculpture at Burning Man 2023This photo provides a comparison between Touch the Sky in the day with the sculpture at night.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/sky-god-1.jpgClose up of Touch the Sky sculpture at Burning Man 2023A close up of Touch the Sky. Taylor noted that the sculpture "is outlined by geometric tattoo-like perforations that accentuate the shape of the body and emit light at night."https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/seal-2.jpgSeal 2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/ohm-5.jpgOhm 52023-09-29T19:47:09+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2023/09/09/the-man-the-temple-and-an-orientation-burning-man-2023/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/img_2127.jpgCurt and Peggy's F-150 and Imagine Trailer escaping the mud of Burning Man 2023Peggy found this photo of us escaping form Burning Man 2023 posted on the Imagine Facebook page. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/img_3143.jpgThe Man at Burning man 2023 with his dramatic desert backdropThis view provided another perspective on the Man's Black Rock desert backdrop.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/img_3110.jpgIMG_3110https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/img_3105.jpgBurning Man Temple 2023Year after year the Burning Man organization and volunteers design and build beautiful temple, each one unique.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/img_3082.jpgThe Man at Burning Man 2023 in his dramatic surroundingsThe Man at Burning Man 2023 was surrounded by a "beehive" in recognition of the Animalia theme.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/img_3079.jpgBurning Man Temple and bicyclists at 2023 Burning Manhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/img_2113.jpgOfficial 2023 map of Burning ManThis is the official map of Burning Man 2023, which was home to over 70,000 people. On the top left corner, you will see a blue triangle that I added. That was where we lived. The Man is at the center of the map. The small circle south of it is the Temple. All of the little black circles with numbers were art installations. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/img_2112.jpgPhoto of street names at Burning Man from 2023 Burning Man MapI took this photo from the Burning Man map we were given when we entered. The small white numbers off to the right are distance from the Man. We were at 5800 feet, over a mile away.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/img_1966.jpgLit steps leading into Burning Man 2023 sculptureThese lit steps provided a pathway into the structure under the Man. They turned red when someone stepped on them.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/img_1965.jpgBeehive surrounding Man at Burning Man 2023A close up of the beehive that I thought was pretty cool.2023-11-11T17:13:27+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2023/09/04/stuck-in-the-mud-with-70000-people-burning-man-2023-or-mudopolis/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/img_2109.jpgLarge RV stuck in mud at Burning Man 2023This is a different RV that had obviously got stuck in the mud while trying to escape. I'm sorry we don't have more photos of our journey back to the paved road but my co-pilot was too busy making suggestions about my driving to take photos. We crossed over several mud holes and two streams. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/img_2107.jpg5:30 Avenue at Burning Man 2023As for the road, it didn't look so good. This is 5:30 Avenue looking down toward the Manhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/img_2082.jpgComic on wall of port-a-pottie at Burning Man 2023And another... which I felt was somewhat appropriate for for the situation.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/img_3244.jpgColorful rainbow ant Burning Man 2023The colors were incredible. But would there be a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/img_2111.jpgIMG_2111https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/img_2105.jpgIMG_2105https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/img_2105-2.jpgIMG_2105 2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/img_2103.jpgIMG_2103https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/img_2103-2.jpgBurning Man 2023, a nail biting situationI felt like I was in the middle of a 40s era black and white horror film. It was a nail biting situation.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/img_2101.jpgWerewolf at Burning Man 2023Should we go or not? Since Animalia was the Burning Man theme for the year, it brought out the werewolf in me...2023-12-04T14:15:17+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2023/07/09/a-stroll-through-an-egyptian-market-place-burning-man-and-a-break-from-blogging/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/img_2631.jpegIMG_2631https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/img_2628.jpegcages for sale in the Aswan, Egypt marketMost of the items were to meet the needs of the local population, however. Like these chicken cages, for example. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/img_2627.jpegMarket place food in AswanNot so hot, but good. I'm a big fan of yams. Peggy isn't.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/img_2626.jpegAfrican sculptures in the Aswan MarketAfrican sculptures were available as well.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/img_2625.jpegAfrican masks available in the Aswan market.But there were also more African based themes such as these masks. Aswan marks the beginning of Nubia.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/img_2624.jpegSewing machine in Aswan, Egypt marketLooks like a serious sewing machine to me. Need a new pair of shoes?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/img_2622-2956362461-e1688921258914.jpegA pair of Teenage girls stroll through the public market in AswanA pair of teenage girls strolling through the Aswan public Market on the Nile were a reminder of the ubiquitous nature of modern culture, right down to cell phones.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/img_2617.jpegSpices sold in the Aswan MarketOut in the market place, spices were being sold in a less formal (and less expensive) form. The dark spices on top are Jasmine buds.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/img_2615.jpegWomen's dresses for sell at the Aswan Public marketWhile the girls featured at the beginning of this post were dressed as modern teenagers, women in Aswan were much fore likely to be dressed in more traditional Moslem garb.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/img_2614.jpegBeing fitted for a new robe in the Aswan Public MarketOr do you need a new robe? Had this man not been standing while being fitted for a robe, I would have thought we were looking at a butcher market. 2023-08-28T20:45:16+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2023/07/03/big-foots-big-foot-south-dakota-wrap-up/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/img_7053-1.jpgIMG_7053https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/img_7209.jpgIMG_7209https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/img_7131.jpgBuffalo in Wind cave national parkA boy buffalo...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/img_7102.jpgPrairie dog in Custer State ParkA girl squirrel...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/img_7089.jpgIMG_7089https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/img_7089-2.jpgIMG_7089 2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/img_7087.jpgIMG_7087https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/img_7086.jpgIMG_7086https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/img_7084.jpgSmokeyClose up of Smokey Bear's face.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/img_7084-2.jpgIMG_7084 22023-07-20T14:17:22+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2023/06/27/sometimes-you-just-have-to-be-a-tourist-the-pyramids-and-sphinx-of-giza/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/img_0127.jpgThe tail of the Sphinx and the Great PyramidAnd now for a treat. Millions if not billions of photos have been taken of the Great Sphinx's head, often with a pyramid thrown in for good measure. But how often do you find a picture of its tail with a pyramid. Classy, huh? 🤔 https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/img_0099-2.jpgPyramid of MenkaureAnd finally, we come to the Pyramid of Menkaure, the smallest of the three.It's thought that the three smaller pyramids were for the pharaoh's queens/wives. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/img_3366.jpegPyramid of Pharaoh KhafreThe pyramid of the pharaoh Khafre is easily recognizable by the lime rock casing on top. All of the pyramids were once encased in lime rock polished to bright white. Seeing it at high noon must have been incredible. Blinding is another word.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/img_9960.jpgPeggy Mekemson standing near the base of the Great PyramidPeggy, standing along the trail at the base of the Great Pyramid, provides a perspective on how massive the stone blocks used to build it are. It's estimated that some 2,300,000 granite and limestone blocks were used in building the Great Pyramid with each block weighing an average 2.5 tons (2.3 metric tons). One of the all time great mysteries is how the ancient Egyptians moved the blocks into place. Answers have ranged from aliens to a greased path with hundreds of people pulling on ropes. More recent guesses are a method that used https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/img_9670.jpgThanks traffic jam, Cairo styleVisiting the pyramids is a must-do if you are visiting Cairo. They are located just a short distance out of Cairo. Cairo traffic may slow down your trip. Grin.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/img_9989.jpgHow a camel driver rides camels...How a camel driver rides camels...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/img_9988.jpgCamel at Gizza sicks out tonguePink tongue.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/img_9987.jpgGizza UberGiza Uber...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/img_9975.jpgGetting down, camel style"Getting down," camel style.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/img_9945.jpgHow tourists ride camels.How tourists ride camels.2023-07-12T20:25:19+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2023/06/19/the-ghost-of-crazy-horse/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/img_6969-1.jpgWorking model of Chief Crazy horse by Korczak ZiolkowskiThis working model of the memorial by Korczak Ziolkowski is located outside of the museum and gift store.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/img_0283-1.jpgIMG_0283Working model of Crazy Horse Memorial by Korczak ZiolkowskiA side view of the working model.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/img_6954-copy.jpgSurvivors of the 1876 Battle of the Little Big Horn taken at a 1948 reunion by photographer Bill GroetheThis photo at the Crazy Horse Memorial is from a 1948 reunion of the survivors of the 1876 Battle of Little Bighorn. They would have fought alongside Chief Crazy Horse. (Photograph by Bill Groethe.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/img_7016.jpgIMG_7016https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/img_6999-1076777716-e1686421441829.jpgThe ghost of Crazy HorseI was taking a reflection shot of the Crazy Horse Memorial in the window of the Memorial restaurant when I got a double reflection. I decide to call it Crazy Horse's Ghost.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/img_6988.jpgWood carving of Crazy Horse by sculptor Korczak ZiolkowskiThere are no known photos of Chief Crazy Horse who worried that a photograph might capture his spirit. This wood carving was done by Korczak Ziolkowski from descriptions given to him by people who had fought beside Crazy Horse.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/img_6985.jpgPainting of Korczak Ziolkowski at the Crazy Horse MemorialThis painting of Korczak Ziolkowski is located at the Crazy Horse Memorial.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/img_6981.jpgIMG_6981https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/img_6969.jpgIMG_6969https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/img_6963.jpgArt from museum at Chief Crazy Horse MemorialA museum included as part of the memorial includes numerous Indian works of art and artifacts. I was intrigued (and amused) by this piece from Alaska.2023-07-24T17:21:28+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2023/06/12/djoser-imhotep-and-egypts-first-pyramid-six-tombs-on-top-of-each-other/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_9528-1.jpgThe Pharaoh DjoserThis statue of King Djoser made of limestone was found in the Step Pyramid and now resides in the Egyptian Museum of History. It is known as the oldest life-size statue in Egyptian History. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_9820.jpgPharaoh Djoser's Step PyramidThe ancient stone monument, the Pharaoh Djoser's Step Pyramid built by the pharaoh's vizier, Imhotep.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_9804.jpgWalkway through temple in SaqqaraThe walkway through the temple was covered with stone columns that resembled log rafters.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_2461.jpgTemple and Djoser's Step PyramidThe temple reached out toward Djoser's Step Pyramid.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_2459-2.jpgTemple at Step Pyramid complex in Saqqara, EgyptThis beautiful temple was part of the Step Pyramid complex.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_2432.jpgIMG_2432https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_9825-1.jpgIMG_9825https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_9816-1.jpgPhoto of Curt and Peggy Mekemson in front of the Step Pyramid of the Pharaoh DjoserI'll conclude with this photo of Peggy and I in front of the Step Pyramid that was taken by our fellow traveler and friend, Steve Jones. I rendered it in black and white to give it an old-time feeling.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_9811-1.jpgTemple next to Step Pyramid in SaqqaraLooking back at the temple.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_9799-1.jpgThe Step Pyramid complex including temples, colonnades, and a surrounding wallThe Step Pyramid complex covers over one square mile and, in addition to the pyramid, incudes temples, colonnades, and a wall.2023-07-12T17:05:32+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2023/06/05/there-be-monsters-out-there/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_7072.jpgIMG_7072https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_7067.jpgBlack Hills Institute, South DakotaThis would have been a good scene for the "Night at the Museum" movies. Either that or a nightmare.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_7063.jpgInstitute of the Black Hills MuseumMy, what big teeth you have. Okay, I get how these choppers might frighten a potential dinner to eat, but how good are they when it comes to eating the meal?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_7061-2113968867-e1684882818227.jpgIMG_7061https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_7058.jpgBlack Hills Institute MuseumEven if your were a vegetarian, you would want protection from those who weren't.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_7057.jpgMuseum- Black Hills InstituteThe small Black Hills Institute located in Hill City South Dakota is packed to the brim with fossils and fossil replicas!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_7056.jpgIMG_7056https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_7055.jpgIMG_7055https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_7052.jpgBlack Hills Institute MuseumAnd check out how these teeth lean backward. Once you were in this mouth, it was a one way street. There was no way to back out!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_7051.jpgBlack Hills Institute MuseumA good old-fashioned goring might do the trick.2023-06-28T18:35:58+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2023/05/29/ramses-ii-one-big-bad-dude-plus-memphis-egypt/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_9723.jpgHead to toe view of Ramses II at the Open Air Museum in Memphis, EgyptA view of Ramsey II as seen from head to toe. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_9832.jpgIMG_9832https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_9828.jpgIMG_9828https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_9825.jpgIMG_9825https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_9816.jpgIMG_9816https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_9811.jpgIMG_9811https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_9799.jpgIMG_9799https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_9789.jpgIMG_9789https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_9786.jpgIMG_9786https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_9758.jpgAlabaster Sphinx at the Open Air Museum in Memphis, EgyptWhen most people think of Egypt and sphinxes, they think of the Great Sphinx of Giza. Actually, there are hundreds if not thousands of Sphinxes. Consisting of the body of a lion and the head of a pharaoh, this one is located at the Open Air Museum. It likely represents the head of Amenhotep II or III with the carving estimated to have taken place between 1700 and 1400 BCE.2023-06-07T15:07:51+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2023/05/22/a-mountain-and-its-monuments-mt-rushmore-sd/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/gw.jpgGeorge Washington on Mt. RushmoreGiven George Washington's role in the Revolutionary War and as the first president of the nation, he was a natural.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_6853.jpgView of Mt. Rushmore from sculpture Borglum's workshop.The view from Borglum's workshop provided him with a clear view of the work in progress. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_6827.jpgIMG_6827https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_6824.jpgVisitors to Mt. Rushmore National MonumentWith over two million visitor's a year, Mt. Rushmore is one of America's best loved national monuments. I think it is also safe to note that South Dakota created the tourist attraction it first dreamed of. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/mt.-rushmore-rock.jpgMt. Rushmore rockThis early photo also on display at the Visitors Center shows Mt. Rushmore before carving commenced.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/mt.-rushmore-rock-2.jpgMt. Rushmore rock 2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_6876.jpgIMG_6876https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_6872.jpgIMG_6872https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_6872-2.jpgRoosevelt and Lincoln at Mt. RushmoreAnother trail from the workshop brings you closer to the presidents and provides a different perspective.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_6860.jpgIMG_68602023-06-01T23:13:23+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2023/05/17/hathor-the-cow-goddess-plus-the-narmer-palette/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_2422.jpegHathor, Horus, and IsisAnd finally, Hathor on the left, looking more human, Horus wearing the crown of Upper and Lower Egypt, and Isis, an interesting trio, to say the least! Note how Isis now looks like Hathor. Both are wearing the vulture, https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_1377-2.jpgHathor looking cow-ishHathor looking a bit more cow-ish. Grin. Check out the nose and nostrils!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_9728.jpgRamses II cartoucheThe round cylinder is carved with a cartouche representing the name of Ramses II. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_9481.jpgHathor the cow goddessNew hair-do?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_9461.jpgIMG_9461https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_9457.jpgIMG_9457https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_9456-2.jpgBack of the Narmer PaletteThis is the back of the Narmer Palette. Hathor is located at the top looking favorably down on the Pharaoh Harmer. You might say that she is offering her blessing while he pounds his chisel into the unfortunate enemy from lower Egypt with his mace. Size matters. The Pharaoh is shown as much larger than the other characters (almost always unless they are gods). The small figure off to the left is his servant who is tasked with carrying his sandals. Horus, the falcon god, is perched on papyrus plant in a swamp while he uses a rope to pull up another enemy by the nose. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_9454.jpgIMG_9454https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_9453.jpgFront of the Narmer PaletteHere's the front of the palette, which is packed with even more symbolism. Once again, Hathor and the pharaoh's name are on top.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_9452.jpgIMG_94522024-07-07T18:18:01+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2023/05/08/in-spiring-rocks-stand-tall-narrow-tunnels-squeeze-the-needles-highway-of-custer-sp/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_0209-1.jpgIMG_0209https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_0141-1.jpgOne of the tunnels along the Needles Highway in Custer SP, South DakotaBeware, all ye who enter here! Once you start, there is no backing out.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_6917.jpgSquare tunnel along Needles Highway in Custer State Park, SDEven the larger tunnels seemed skinny.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_6906.jpgReflection off hood of truck in Needles Highway, SD tunnelI thought this phot was interesting. I didn't spot it until I was processing our photos. It's a reflection off the hood of our truck.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_6750.jpgIMG_6750https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_6749.jpgIMG_6749https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_6736-551586533-e1683041637721.jpgCuster State Park, SD: The Needles HighwayThey tower above Custer State Park, silent sentinels made of granite. Once they were chosen as the site for the presidential carvings that dominate the nearby Mt. Rushmore. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_0212.jpgThe end of the Needles Tunnel along the Needles Highway in Custer State Park, SDThe 'light at the end of the tunnel."https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_0209-3100793216-e1683040767746.jpgTunnel sign along the Needles Highway of Custer SP, South DakotaPart of the fun of the Needles Highway is maneuvering along the narrow, curvy road. The tunnels bordered on scary. This sign announced that one tunnel was 8 feet, zero inches across. Our truck was 8 feet, zero inches across! Fortunately, our mirror folded in by 7 inches on each side. We had 14 inches to squeeze our large F-150 through the tunnel. Woohoo!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_0204.jpgIMG_02042023-05-19T14:08:43+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2023/05/01/on-being-photo-bombed-by-a-camel-plus-some-egyptian-history-and-mythology/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/img_1863.jpgDucks flying over Nile RiverWe took this photo to capture the ducks flying over the Nile River, but it also serves to illustrate the contrast between the river and the Sahara desert beyond that stretches all the way west to the Atlantic Ocean.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/img_0702.jpgEye of HorusPeggy and I brought home this tapestry featuring the Eye of Horus from Egypt which we found at a weaving shop our guide, Sabaa, took us to. Nekhbet, the Goddess of Vultures is shown on the right. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/img_1558.jpegAnnubis being admired at the Egyptian MuseumPeople admire a sculpture of Annubis at the Egyptian Museum in Cairo. The sculpture was found guarding the tomb of King Tut. Egyptians considered his animal form to be that of a jackal because of his close association with the dead. Jackals were known to hang out around cemeteries looking for a free handout they might dig up.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/img_1899-2.jpgAnkh blown up a noseHaving an ankh blown or shoved up your nose was a great gift of life. Down around a woman's midsection it could be on its way to making a baby. If I were a woman not particularly wanting a baby at the time, it might make me ankh-ious, so to speak.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/img_1885-2.jpegNut, Goddess of the Sky is about to swallow Ra, the Sun GodNut the Goddess of the Sky is about to swallow Ra, the Sun God in this photo took in one of the tombs in the Valley of the Kings. Night is about to begin. The symbols on Nut's body represent stars.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/img_0042-1223201122-e1682114140533.jpgCamel photobombs picture of pyramidsI was setting up a photo of the pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure when suddenly a camel head appeared in my viewfinder. Was I being photo-bombed? I quickly snapped the picture. A free photo of a camel at Giza is not to be passed up. Note the emphasis on free. Camel drivers and camels are everywhere. You are welcome to the take their photos, have your photo taken with one, or even go for a ride. All for a fee, of course. Not paying is frowned upon. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/img_0041-3521233112-e1682114931239.jpgCamel photobombs picture of the Pyramid of MenkaureI was snapping a photo of the Pyramid of Menkaure when suddenly a camel appeared in my viewfinder. Was I being photobombed? I decided to go with it.2023-05-09T19:41:50+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2023/04/24/custer-city-where-the-buffalo-roam-in-town/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/img_6799.jpgBuffalo sculpture in Custer City, SD featuring buffalo, horse, and Native AmericanA more abstract painting on another buffalo that featured a herd of buffalo and a Native American on a horse.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/img_6798.jpgIMG_6798https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/img_6797.jpgIMG_6797https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/img_6795.jpgIMG_6795https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/img_6793.jpgIMG_6793https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/img_6786.jpgSkeleton buffalo sculpture in Custer City, South DakotaThis ghostly buffalo...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/img_6784.jpgBuffalo sculpture in Custer City, SD that featured a painting of a buffalo and a buffalo herdThis large brown fellow featured another large buffalo and a buffalo herd.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/img_6780.jpgNeedles highway scene on buffalo sculpture in Custer City, SDIt's a scene from along the Needles Highway in Custer State Park, which is named for its dramatic rock formations and is a must-see of the park. Mountain goats live there. We will feature the narrow, curvy highway with its gorgeous scenery and tunnels our truck could barely fit through in our next South Dakota post two weeks from now.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/img_6777.jpgMountain goats featured on a buffalo sculpture in Custer City, SD.The artist for this buffalo sculpture in Custer City featured mountain goats, including one romping on top of its head. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/img_6775.jpgBuffalo sculpture in Custer City, SD that features a Native American, his dog, and two lurking wolvesA dramatic scene that featured native American with his dog and tow lurking wolves.2023-05-07T21:05:17+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2023/04/17/mt-shasta-california-and-a-beautiful-lenticular-cloud/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/img_0729-3.jpgLenticular cloud over Mt. ShastaAnd a final view.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/img_0728-2.jpgMt. Shasta from air with a lenticular cloudCloser...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/img_0727.jpgMt. Shasta with lenticular cloud photo from Alaska Airlines flightA distant view.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/img_0726.jpgIMG_0726https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/img_0723-2.jpgIMG_0723 2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/img_0720-2.jpgIMG_0720 2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/img_0717.jpgIMG_0717https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/img_0714.jpgIMG_0714https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/img_0712.jpgIMG_0712https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/img_0709-2-1223712553-e1681665208419.jpgAir photo of Mt. Shasta on April 10, 2023 with a lenticular cloudFlying down from Seattle to Sacramento last Monday, Peggy and I were awed by a lenticular cloud that was hanging over Mt. Shasta.2023-05-02T20:39:20+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2023/04/10/germanys-black-forest-cuckoo-clocks-great-scenery-weird-hats-and-a-donkey/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/img_0681-2.jpgClose up of Juergen Herr cuckoo clock from Germany's Black ForestA close up of the clock.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/img_0679.jpgCuckoo clock made by Juergen Herr of the Black Forest and bought by Clay CoxThe clock that Clay bought.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img_9933.jpgJuergen Herr, owner of Black Forest House of ClocksJuergen Herr, who now own and operates the Black Forest House of Clocks along with his son and grandson, represents 7 generations of clock makers.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img_9927.jpgClay Cox with his family in front to the Black Forest House of ClocksClay, with his family, standing in front of the Black Forest House of Clocks. From left to right, our grandsons Ethan and Cody, Clay, and our daughter Tasha. They are standing in front of a giant Cuckoo clock with 21 moving figures.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img_9913.jpgIMG_9913https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img_9910.jpgLlama found in Germany's Black ForestGrim would have fun with this creature, probably giving it fangs, but to find one he would have had to travel to South America and the high Andys.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img_9908.jpgScottish calf hanging out in the Black Forest of GermanyBack on the road, we ran in to some strange beasties. Now, had we been driving through Scotland, it wouldn't have seemed so rare...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img_9905-3225007552-e1680272908904.jpgThe Black Forest of GermanThe mountains, forests and fields of Germany's Black Forest give it a quite beauty that grew on us during the day we spent there.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img_5780-1.jpgTraditional Bollenhut Hat found in the Black ForestI was hoping to see young, unmarried women wearing the traditional Bollenhut hat that was featured on thei mural in Breisach.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img_5620.jpgStream at Black Forest Open Air MuseumSo, instead of seeing women sporting traditional hats, we wandered around the Open Air Museum checking out other sites such as this peaceful stream...2023-04-19T16:59:41+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2023/04/03/custer-state-park-sd-where-the-buffalo-are-bison-and-the-donkeys-are-uh-donkey-ish/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/screenshot-2023-03-28-at-2.14.57-pm.jpegYoung donkey in Oatman, ArizonaDonkeys are know to love carrots, but apparently, young donkeys can choke on them.This cute youngster that Peggy and I found in Oatman, Arizona had a no carrot sticker in its nose.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/eeyore.jpgEeyoreEeyore looking out the window checking out wild donkeys.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img_6792.jpgIMG_6792https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img_7140.jpgLarge bull buffalo in Wind Cave National ParkI'll conclude with this magnificent bull buffalo we found in Wind Cave National Park, which actually abuts Custer State Park. A bull can weigh up to 2800 pounds. Imagine being butted by one running at 35 miles per hour!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img_6683.jpgHerd of buffalo at Custer State Park, South Dakota.And joined other buffalo. There were a bunch, but imagine these numbers being in the millions. At the beginning of the 1800s they were, the 10s of millions. By 1900, their number had dropped to under a thousand and they were close to extinction. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img_6680.jpgIMG_6680https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img_6679.jpgBuffalo blocks Ford-150 in Custer State Park, South DakotaOur large K-150 ford pickup didn't look so large when one crossed inches in front of us.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img_6676.jpgCow buffalo blocks traffic in Custer State Park, SD.They were moving across the road, and blocking traffic, much to the delight of visitors.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img_6672.jpgBuffalo cow and calf at Custer State Park in South DakotaFortunately, a few ranchers became deeply concerned about their extinction in the early 1900s and did what they could to save the buffalo, in an effort that continues today with a number of interests participating in the effort ranging from the government, to native Americans, to environmentalists, to ranchers. They now number in the thousands and are no longer seen as an endangered species.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img_6671.jpgIMG_66712023-04-12T16:50:11+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2023/03/27/whats-a-naked-lady-doing-up-on-a-bull-breisach-germany/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img_5775.jpgMural showing a prisoner being taken to the Water Wheel building in Breisach, GermanyA mural showed a prisoner being taken to the Water Wheel Building. It was used as both a prison and a torture chamber. Or, a prisoner might be assigned to operate the dreaded water wheel. Note the people screaming at the prisoner while others danced in the streets. It spoke to the times.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img_5758-1.jpgSculpture outside of Water Well building in Breisach, GermanyWe found this fellow outside of the building. He seemed to be having a bad day. Possibly he had been a bad boy and was contemplating his fate inside...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img_5758.jpgSculpture in front of water wheel building in Bhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img_5755.jpgMad magazine sculpture in Breisach, GermanyRemember Mad Magazine and Alfred E. Neumann who always graced its covers? Now check out the dude on the bottom of the sculpture.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img_5752.jpgSculpture near Breisach CathedralThis rupture had me scratching my head...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img_0536-1.jpegSt. Stephan's Church in Breisach, GermanyThis view of St. Stephan's greeted us as we finished our hike up the path. Construction of the church had begun in the early 13th Century.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img_5676.jpgCoat of arms above doorway in Breisach, GermanyAn intriguing coat of arms was found above the doorway.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img_5668.jpgFlower box in Breisach, GermanyFlower boxes added to the beauty.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img_0533-1.jpegGutgesell Gate, Breisach, GermanyOur trip up to the Cathedral took us through Gutgesell Gate. Built in 1402, it was destroyed in WW II and has since been rebuilt. A sign on the side noted that Pope Johannes was arrested here in 1415. It was a time when more than one person was claiming to be Pope. The 'official' church position was that he was an antipope. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img_5649.jpgSt. Stephan's Cathedral, Breisach GermanPeggy and I went for a walk into Breisach to visit St. Stephans Cathedral. This is a view looking up from the town. Obviously, it, like the town, has been rebuilt since WW II.2023-04-05T12:53:03+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2023/03/20/the-grand-tetons-mountains-close-to-perfection/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img_7498.jpgFall photo of Mt. Moran in Grand Tetons National ParkA final photo of Mt. Moran from Jenny Lake.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img_7491.jpgPhoto of Grand Tetons from Jenny LakeOur road ran next to Jenny Lake and provided some great views of the Tetons.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img_0660.jpgHerb Mekemson painting the Absaroka Range near Grand TetonsProfessional photographer Glen Fishback took this photo of my dad painting the Absaroka Range in the 1980s. Pop, as we knew him, had wandered around the country with his sister, Elanor, a few years earlier.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img_7481.jpgPhoto of Grand Teton National ParkThe only photo we took of the park that didn't feature the mountains.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img_7478.jpgGrand TetonsIf I were in charge of making mountains, I would use the Grand Tetons as a model. A blogging friend of mine told me that the first time she saw them, she started crying. They inspire that kind of awe. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img_7476.jpgIMG_7476https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img_7476-2.jpgMt. Moran in the Grand TetonsMt. Moran dominates the northern section of the Tetons and rises 12,605 feet above sea level. The orange colored leaves are from cottonwood.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img_7470.jpgFall view of Grand Teton MountainsThe Tetons were looming above a dark conifer forest in our first views with a hint of the colors to come.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img_7469.jpgIMG_7469https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img_7464.jpgIMG_74642023-03-25T17:31:02+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2023/03/17/a-5000-year-journey-back-in-time-featuring-cairo-alexandria-and-the-nile-river-intro/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img_2554.jpgMedusa guards a tomb at the catacombs in Alexandria . EgyptOne of our major stops in Alexandria was at Greco-Roman era catacombs. This gruesome twosome, a crowned snake on the bottom and medusa on the top, were guarding a tomb against grave robbers.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img_2617.jpegSpices at local market in AswanA walk through Aswan's large local market featured, among many other things, spices. The top there on the right are buds for jasmine tea.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img_2141.jpgBlue Herons at Aswan EgyptAn evening bird watching tour on a small boat included numerous birds and a very enthusiastic bird expert.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img_2496.jpegThe Philae templeWhile at Aswan, we also cited the Philae temple...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img_9479.jpgBust of Queen Hatshepsut from the Egyptian MuseumQueen Hatshepsut would don a beard in her role as a pharaoh as this bust from the Egyptian Museum in Cairo would shows.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img_9960.jpgPeggy Mekemson demonstrates size of pyramid rocks.Peggy climbed a short ways up the side of the Great Pyramid of King Khufu to demonstrate the size of the rocks...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img_9906.jpgIMG_9906https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img_9877.jpgIMG_9877https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img_9866.jpgIMG_9866https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/img_9832.jpgIMG_98322023-05-07T19:53:45+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2023/03/06/there-is-more-to-yellowstone-np-than-hydrothermal-wonders-scenic-beauty/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/img_7960.jpgIMG_7960https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/img_7919.jpgBuffalo in Yellowstone NPWe even found a buffalo that seemed to fit beautifully into the fall scene.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/img_7915.jpgAspens showing brilliant fall colors in Yellowstone NPSpeaking of aspens, I'll wrap up today's post with these beauties. They will also serve to wrap up my series on Yellowstone. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/img_7834.jpgSunlight on peak along road to Mammoth Hot Springs in YellowstoneIt was the sunlight on the peak that caught our attention. Note the avalanche path along side the peak as well. It has to be one of the longest paths I have seen. And finally, there was the splash of brilliant yellow from the aspens.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/img_7825.jpgYellowstone road to Mammoth Hot SpringsEver feel like that you are living on the edge? The view around the corner was spectacular.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/img_7822.jpgIMG_7822https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/img_7806.jpgValleys and mountains in norther Yellowstone National ParkThis comes close to my idealized view of the Western United States with vast distances topped off by impressive mountains. The soft colors of fall added to the beauty.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/img_7805.jpgYellowstoneAnother view of the backcountry on our way to Mammoth Hot Springs that I liked.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/img_7793.jpgSheepeater cliff in Yellowstone NPIf this looks familiar, these are the same type of basalt columns that I featured on my earlier post about Devil's Tower National Monument. The primary difference being that the columns in Devil's Tower formed far underground and grew to gigantic size. These were part of a lava flow along the surface.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/img_7735.jpgGibbon Falls on the Gibbon as it flows through Yellowstone NPThe river falls some 84 feet and then makes its tumbling way for a quarter of a mile to the Yellowstone Caldera. 2023-03-17T20:47:48+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2023/03/13/a-quaint-town-and-a-massive-cathedral-boppard-and-speyer-two-stops-along-the-rhine/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/img_4204-1.jpgThe spires of St. Severus Church in Boppard GermanyThe spires of St. Severus Church help define Boppard's skyline. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/img_4961.jpgIMG_4961https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/img_4956.jpgSide view of Speyer CathedralA side view of the cathedral.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/img_4951.jpgFront view of Speyer CathedralLooking up from the entry way.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/img_4942.jpgMassive doors on Speyer CathedralWhere a pair of massive doors awaited us.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/img_4939.jpgIMG_4939https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/img_4931.jpgInterior of Speyer CathedralA view inside Speyer Cathedral.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/img_4929.jpgOwl at Speyer CathedralAn owl seemed to be guarding the entrance.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/img_4928.jpgAmorous squirrels outside of Speyer CathedralOr maybe he was admiring the pair of long-eared amorous squirrels on the wall opposite and thinking dinner. I imagine he was a bit hungry after a thousand years. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/img_4924.jpgIMG_49242023-04-01T16:41:27+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2023/02/27/heidelberg-castle-perched-above-the-city/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/img_9843.jpgIMG_9843https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/img_9837.jpgHeidelberg Castle photo by Peggy MekemsonAnother perspective...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/img_9835.jpgDragon spoutHere's a closeup of the dragon spout, On a church it would be considered a gargoyle. At Burning Man it would be shooting out fire. The scales of justice can be seen in the upper left and another elector is on the right. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/img_9830.jpgSun dial clock at Heidelberg CastleWhile we're on clocks, check out this beauty. It's a sun dial. Its strange shape is due to the fact that is vertical. Most are on the ground. As for reading it...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/img_9827.jpgLady JusticeHere's Justice holding her scales to determine who is guilty and who is innocent. One of the princes can be seen on the left.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/img_9824.jpgIMG_9824https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/img_9818.jpgIMG_9818https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/img_9814.jpgRuins of Heidelberg CastleAnother photo where the damage done to the castle is obvious. The face of a clock can be seen on the tower on the right.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/img_9810.jpgIMG_9810https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/img_9800.jpgEthan Cox and Cammie Lumpkin on the funicular train to Heidelberg CastleOur daughter-in-law Cammie and grandson Ethan (Tasha's son) on the funicular Tain to Heidelberg Caste. Masks were still required at the time for covid.2023-08-11T06:05:18+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2023/02/20/the-travertine-terraces-of-mammoth-hot-springs-yellowstone/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/img_7964.jpgColorful mound created at a hydrothermal vent in Yellowstone National ParkCaption to be added.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/img_7905.jpgUpper Terrace view at Mammoth Hot SpringsCaption to be addedhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/img_7898.jpgUpper terrace drive, Mammoth Hot SpringsCaption to be added.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/img_7894.jpgUpper Terrace Drive, Mammoth Hot SpringsCaption to be addedhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/img_7891.jpgPhotos along upper terrace drive at Mammoth Hot SpringsCaption to be addedhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/img_7886.jpgUpper terrace drive, Mammoth Hot SpringsCaption to be added.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/img_7885.jpgIMG_7885https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/img_7883-10389497-e1675437393934.jpgMammoth Hot Springs, Yellowstone National ParkIf you are visiting Yellowstone National Park, be sure to visit the colorful travertine terraces of Mammoth Hot Springs.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/img_7879.jpgView of Mammoth Hot SpringsCaption to be added.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/img_7877.jpgViews of Mammoth Hot SpringsCaption to be added.2023-04-02T15:02:17+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2023/02/13/heidelberg-the-city/2023-05-17T12:54:40+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2023/02/06/an-explosive-subject-the-geysers-of-yellowstone/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/img_0436-1.jpgCafeteria at Old FaithfulThe family dining room that Peggy worked at has now become a cafeteria, but it's large picture windows still give diners a great view of Old Faithful erupting.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/img_0436.jpgimg_0436https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/img_0386.jpgOver 30 active Geysers at YellowstoneHave a few geysers! Counting the small ones in this photo I got over 30...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/img_7975.jpgTwin geysers at YellowstoneI conclude today with this pair of more hefty twin geysers. Next up, Peggy and I will return to Heidelberg. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/img_7740.jpgIMG_7740https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/img_7686.jpgOld Faithful loses its steamAs the pressure inside the vent subsided, Old Faithful lost its steam, so to speak.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/img_7685-3814920134-e1675177166142.jpgPeggy Mekemson photographing Old Faithful at YellowstoneIt's only right that I start this post featuring Peggy photographing Old Faithful. She worked at the family restaurant in Yellowstone in the summer of 1969 as a college student. Its large picture windows opened out on Old Faithful, meaning that she got to see it erupt several times a day.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/img_7682.jpgIMG_7682https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/img_7680.jpgPhoto of Old Faithful eruptingI was a bit farther away. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/img_7660.jpgSmall Yellowstone geyserAs I mentioned in the beginning, the geysers come in all sizes.2023-03-23T19:00:35+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2023/01/30/heidelberg-germany-weird-beautiful-and-historic/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/img_9854.jpgIMG_9854https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/img_9850.jpgCody Cox and Chris LumpkinHmmm. Maybe our grandsons had seen enough of castles for one day. Grin. So, I'll conclude here. Cody, Tasha and Clays son, is on top. Chris, Tony and Cammie's son, is on the bottom. In our next post we will journey back to Yellowstone National Park and Mammoth Hot Springs with its colorful travertine terraces.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/img_9843.jpgIMG_98432023-02-10T22:43:49+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2023/01/23/the-incredible-colors-and-structures-of-yellowstones-hot-springs-its-another-world/2023-02-02T21:34:53+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2023/01/17/on-to-2023-and-turning-80-yikes/2023-01-26T20:26:02+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2022/12/24/wishing-you-all-a-great-holiday/2023-01-07T16:41:24+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2022/12/14/scenic-views-along-the-romantic-rhine/2025-07-13T23:38:40+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2022/11/28/devils-tower-national-monument-et-landmark-sacred-bear-lodge-and-geological-wonder/2023-04-02T15:11:03+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2022/11/23/happy-thanksgiving/2023-01-24T19:03:38+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2022/11/21/rheinstein-castle-a-symbol-of-the-romantic-age-saved-twice/2022-12-08T18:25:47+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2022/11/10/12-magnificent-castles-along-the-rhine-river-valley/2025-08-06T12:42:07+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2022/10/31/heres-to-a-scary-halloween-and-blogging-friends/2022-11-12T18:31:02+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2022/10/29/marksburg-castle-a-jewel-in-the-rhine-gorge-unesco-world-heritage-site/2022-11-01T14:58:50+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2022/10/21/the-rhine-river-trip-begins-the-river-a-cathedral-and-a-chocolate-factory/2022-11-01T14:52:57+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2022/10/14/badlands-national-park-sunset/2022-10-31T21:24:53+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2022/10/07/the-wildlife-and-the-beauty-of-sage-road-badlands-national-park/2022-10-23T20:41:43+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2022/10/01/badlands-national-park-wow-plus-wall-drug/2022-10-23T20:26:12+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2022/09/23/amsterdam-just-ducky-things-that-entertained-us/2022-10-03T13:38:02+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2022/09/17/amsterdam-an-intriguing-city-of-the-past-and-future/2022-09-26T17:53:15+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2022/09/09/a-not-so-roughbase-camp-loudoun-county-virginia/2022-09-24T18:03:00+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2022/09/02/surreal-or-unreal-bryce-canyon-part-2writing/2022-09-28T16:30:33+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2022/08/26/bryce-canyon-finally-part-1-beyond-the-hype-miles-14-18/2022-08-30T23:44:12+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2022/08/19/bryce-canyons-mossy-cave-trail/2022-08-28T17:12:12+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2022/08/12/a-blinding-flash-of-lightning-the-deep-roll-of-thunder-towering-cumulous-clouds-tree-destroying-wind-and-torrential-rain/2022-09-26T20:32:27+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2022/08/05/if-you-liked-utahs-scenic-highway-12-you-will-love-this-old-cattle-route-off-it-the-burr-trail-road/2022-08-18T19:15:39+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2022/07/29/one-of-americas-most-scenic-backroads-utahs-highway-12/2022-08-28T17:33:24+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2022/07/22/who-let-the-dogs-out-woof-woof-the-hoodoos-and-other-marvelous-rocks-of-utahs-red-canyon-state-park/2022-08-28T17:36:03+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2022/07/15/the-bryce-canyon-series-kodachrome-basin-state-park-and-a-movie-star/2022-08-08T15:08:03+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2022/07/08/and-finally-zion-canyon-one-of-the-worlds-great-natural-treasures/2022-07-22T15:00:59+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2022/07/01/a-checkerboard-mesa-and-more-landmarks-of-east-zion-national-park/2022-07-07T05:38:52+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2022/06/24/a-strange-walk-into-an-alternate-reality-petroglyphs-in-zion-national-park/2022-07-01T16:26:06+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2022/06/17/kolob-canyons-zion-national-parks-best-kept-secret/2022-06-29T14:34:35+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2022/06/08/we-are-in-kansas-toto-but-our-blog-is-still-in-zion/2022-06-29T14:32:00+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2022/06/03/kolob-terrace-zion-national-park-part-2-a-mormon-concept-of-heaven/2022-06-06T22:42:56+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2022/05/31/how-to-avoid-the-massive-crowds-at-zion-national-park-kolob-terrace-part-1/2022-06-09T15:28:30+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2022/05/23/the-questionable-tastes-of-bighorn-sheep-plus-mosaic-canyon-death-valley/2022-06-09T15:30:3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coming in at Harris Beach SP in OregonLater in the day, the tide started coming in. It was time to stop playing in tide pools and start thinking about the sunset.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/sea-stack-8.jpegSea stacks at Harris Beach State Park, OregonOnce, these two magnificent sea stacks would have been part of the coast. Erosion made them part of the ocean. The evening sun was bathing them in a gentle glow.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/sea-stack-7.jpegSea stack at Harris Beach State Park in OregonA closer view.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/sea-stack-5-1.jpegSea stack 5https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/sea-stack-5.jpegSea stack and rocks at Harrison Beach State Park near Brookings, OregonPeggy and I wandered among these rocks checking out tide pools.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/sea-stack-4.jpegSea stack and reflection at Harris Beach on Oregon Coast.The reflection caught our attention here.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/sea-stac-k-3.jpegColorful sea stack at Harris Beach State Park near Brookings, OregonMore color here.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/sea-stack-2.jpegSea stacks of Harris Beach, Brookings, OregonI'll conclude with this sea stack which was smaller but also colorful. My travel blog next Friday will include smaller rocks, an impressive hole in one of the sea stacks, and drift wood.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/sea-stack-1.jpegSea stack at Harris Beach State Park along the Oregon CoastThis massive sea stack appeared to have a face looking out toward sea.2021-06-25T22:16:09+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/05/31/who-shot-pavys-pig-and-the-lazy-hazy-days-of-summer/2021-06-25T23:53:09+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/05/28/tale-of-a-trail-gold-miners-wild-life-and-scenic-asides-and-strange-surveyors/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/crystal-and-pedro-on-trail.jpegCrystal and Pedro on trailhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/crystal-and-pedro-in-bear-cave.jpgCrystal and Pedro in Bear Cavehttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/trteleia-crocea.jpegTrteleia croceahttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/dichelostemma-capitatum-.jpegDichelostemma capitatumBlue dicks (Dichelostemma capitatum) have come out in the last three weeks.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/cave-2.jpegInside gold miners' cave in Upper Applegate River Valley, OregonA look inside the cave. We didn't find any gold, but there were bats.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/cave-1.jpegGold miner's cave in Upper Applegate Valley of OregonThis cave, dug by the miners is right off the trail.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/white-oak-3.jpegWhite Oak 3https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/white-oak-2.jpegWhite oakAnd past numerous white oaks with their wonderful gnarly limbs.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/white-oak-1.jpegWhite oak 1https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/trail-2.jpegTrail through Rogue Siskiyou National ForestLow bridge, everybody down! This Madrone crosses above our trail low enough to bump your head on. 2021-06-14T22:16:12+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/05/26/vietnam-a-war-born-in-controversy/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/further-in-oregon.jpegFurther in Oregon2021-07-16T22:23:13+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/05/24/the-mekemson-kids-did-it-part-i-sweet-stolen-cherries-and-a-gallon-of-italian-red/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/marshall-and-i.jpegMarshall Cox and Curt MekemsonMarshall, a young Tickle, an old Coaly and I sitting on our goat shed. I was in charge of the goats.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/petting-donkey.jpegDiamond Springs photo of Curt Mekemson and donkeyI'donkey could be part of the infamous Mekemson Gang. BTW, note the stacks of lumber drying at Caldor Lumber company. One of our sports was climbing to the top of the stacks and leaping between them.2021-07-17T16:11:20+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/05/21/a-cougar-leapus-buckus-and-lots-of-gorgeous-flowers-at-home-in-oregon/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/lapus-buckus-close-up.jpegLapus Buckus close upAnd in conclusion. Leapus Buckus says: Y'all come by to see me. Bring apples. Lots of them."https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/pioneer-rose-2.jpegPioneer rose at Mekemson's house in Applegate ValleyThe deer like our pioneer rose, which surprises us given its sharp thorns. Peggy lectures them on a regular basis. The Red Buttes are in the background.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/pioneer-rose.jpegPioneer rosehttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/lavender-and-bird-sculptures.jpegLavender and bird sculpturesBird sculptures and lavender serve as part of the defense system. The deer don't like lavender and the birds plus metallic flowers provide obstacles. They lust after the honeysuckle behind the birds, however, and we found them crawling under the 8-foot fence a couple of weeks ago.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/rose-17.jpegThe Logtown Rose of Oregon's Applegate ValleyInsects such as this colorful beetle avoid the debate but they love the plant. Hundreds fly around it, feasting— and mating. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/rose-8.jpegRose 8https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/rose-7.jpegOregon Trail RoseThe pioneer rose is an heirloom rose originally brought across the country in wagon trains. It is also known as the Oregon Trail Rose and is found along the Oregon Trail.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/rose-6.jpegRose 6https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/rose-5.jpegRose 5https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/rose-4.jpegRose 42021-05-31T20:38:27+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/05/19/victory-for-students-and-civil-rights-berkeley-in-the-60s/2021-06-25T23:52:23+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/05/17/nature-boy-where-i-decide-counting-skunks-is-more-fun-than-playing-baseball/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/little-league-e1620943167692.jpegLittle LeagueAnother fuzzy photo from the 1950s. My brother Marshall proudly poses in his Little League uniform. Even Tickle had to get into the act.2021-05-23T22:30:36+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/05/14/abbots-lagoon-and-pt-reyes-station-a-trail-hike-plus-a-favorite-small-town/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/abbots-lagoon-view-1b.jpegView from parking lot at Abbot's LagoonOur view from where we chowed down on our grilled cheese sandwich in the Abbot's Lagoon parking lot.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/abbots-lagoon-view-1a.jpegAbbot's lagoon view 1ahttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/abbots-lagoon-trail.jpegAbbot's Lagoon trailThe Abbot's Lagoon trailhead leading out from the parking lot. the Lagoon can be seen in the distance. The Pacific Ocean is out beyond the Lagoon.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/abbots-lagoon.jpegAbbots LagoonThe red marker shows the location of Abbot's Lagoon on the Google map. Down to the right you can see Pt. Reyes Station next to the Highway 1 marker. The peninsula to the north is where we on our elk walk. the land jutting out to the south is the Pt.s Reyes Headlands where the lighthouse is. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/prs-18.jpgToby's Feed Barn in Pt. Reyes Station, CAIf your horse is hungry, Toby's Feed Barn is across the street.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/prs-17.jpegGourmet coffee shop and freshly baked cookies at Toby's Feed Barn in Pt. Reyes StationBut what feed barn do you know that also serves gourmet coffee and freshly baked, large chocolate chip cookies. Now, that's what I call charm!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/prs-16.jpegPRS 16https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/prs-15.jpegPRS 15https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/prs-14.jpegMural on front of historic building at Pt. Reyes Station, CAA mural on the front of the building.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/prs-13.jpegHistoric building in Pt. Reys StationThe building today.2021-05-21T16:35:26+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/05/12/i-join-joan-baez-in-singing-we-shall-overcome-berkeley-in-the-60s/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/speakers-set-up-in-front-of-sproul-hall.jpegSpeakers set up in front of Sproul Hall during police arrests inside. (Archives)A pair of speakers were set up in front of Sproul Hall for reporting on the arrests happening inside. When the police moved to grab the speakers, we formed a tight ring around them.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/joan-baez-at-fsm-rally-e1620662899857.jpegJoan Baez at FSM rallyJoan Baez singing in Front of Sproul Hall during the FSM rally. Later she would join the participants inside and I would sit down with her and sing protest songs.2021-05-19T13:53:11+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/05/10/the-skull-with-the-vacant-stare-the-woods/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/pregnant-doe.jpegPregnant doeI just fed mom here an apple for Mother's Day.2023-05-07T19:33:18+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/05/07/raging-winds-fog-and-treacherous-rocks-3-reasons-for-the-pt-reyes-lighthouse/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/pt.-reyes-whale-mural.jpegPt. Reyes Whale muralThe Pt. Reyes headlands are a great place for whale watching when they are migrating south and north. We didn't see any in March but we were greeted by this large mural on our walk to the lighthouse.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/historic-view-of-pt.-reyes-lighthouse..jpegHistoric view of Pt. Reyes Lighthouse.An historic view of the Pt. Reyes Lighthouse from the National Archives.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/img_8148.jpegIMG_8148https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/img_8146.jpegIMG_8146https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/img_8026.jpegTrees near the Pt. Reyes LighthouseThese wind sculptured trees.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/img_8018.jpegIMG_8018https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/img_8017.jpegUnique rock overlooking Pt. Reyes Lighthouse.This unique rock was perched above the lighthouse.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/img_8014.jpegWaves crashing ashore beneath the Pt. Reyes LighthouseI'll conclude to day with this look down beneath the lighthouse at the waves crashing ashore.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/img_8013.jpegPt. Reyes Lighthouse in March 2021The Lighthouse was built in 1870 to help counter the frequent shipwrecks that took place in the area. A steam driven fog horn was used when the fog was too thick to see the light. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/img_8012.jpegPt. Reyes Lighthouse on a calm day.Looking out to sea.2021-05-19T13:46:16+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/05/05/a-police-car-is-held-hostage-and-becomes-a-speakers-podium-berkeley-in-the-60s/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/jack-wewinberg.jpegJack WewinbergJack Weinberg, who would coin the 60s rallying cry of "Never trust anyone over 30," being held in the police car on the Berkeley campus.2021-05-10T22:17:44+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/05/03/the-pond-where-i-learned-how-to-amputate-legs/2021-07-12T13:20:04+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/04/30/an-elk-loses-its-coat-a-coyote-digs-sushi-and-a-ranch-is-history-the-pt-reyes-series/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/bull-elk.jpegBull Elk on ridge at Pt. Reyes National SeashoreShortly afterwards we spotted a bull elk on the ridge above us.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/ranch-18-c.jpegRanger home at Pierce Pt. RanchI believe a park ranger now lives in the house.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/tp-hawk-p.jpegHawk using updrafts along Tomales Pt. TrailOur height above the ocean was such that a hawk sailed below us using updrafts from the ocean below. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/tp-scenerey-2-c.jpegTomales Pt. and Pacific Ocean at Pt. Reyes National SeashoreAnother view.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/tp-scenery-4-c.jpegScenery along the Tomales Pt. Trail looking down on the Pacific OceanWe stopped to admire the scenery looking out toward Tomales Pt. out toward the Pacific Ocean.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/ranch-17-c.jpegPeggy Mekemson at Pierce Pt. RanchWhile Peggy stood at the barn door.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/ranch-14-c.jpegInside Pierce Pt. RanchI took a peek inside.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/ranch-12-c.jpegThe barn at Pierce Pt. RanchThe old dairy barn in humongous.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/ranch-10-c.jpegPierce Pt. RanchI liked the roofs.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/ranch-9-c.jpegPierce Pt. Ranch at Pt. Reyes National Seashore.The Pierce Pt. Ranch ceased operation in 1973. Visitors are now invite to walk through the grounds and get a feel for what dairy ranching was like in the area.2021-05-15T16:57:09+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/04/26/the-death-defying-great-tree-race-graveyard-tales/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/diamond-springs.jpegDiamond SpringsI could see forever. A few years after my first ascent up the tree, I borrowed my father's camera and climbed up the tree and took photographs of the surrounding country. 2021-05-10T21:53:22+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/04/23/going-on-a-cow-walk-the-pt-reyes-series/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/cow-sentry.jpegCow behind hilltop on Bolinas Ridge TrailCow sentry. If we didn't have the feeling we were constantly being watched, we should have.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/cowlick.jpegCow with cowlick along the Bolinas Ridge Trail in Golden Gate National Recreation area.Cowlick. Peggy insisted on catching the cowlick seen on the head of Numberhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/yellow-flower.jpegTaraxia ovata (sunup primrose) found along the Bolinas Ridge Trail in Golden Gate National Recreation Area.Another flower I had to lookup, Suncup primrose (Taraxia ovata).https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/spikey-flower.jpegFootsteps of spring flower seen along the Bolinas Ridge Trail in the Golden Gate National Recreation Area.I didn't know the name of this early bloomer but fortunately Peggy and I had just loaded iNatuarlist on our iPhone. I took a photo from my screen and voila! it's Footsteps of spring (Sanicula arctopoides). I absolutely love the new app.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/poppy-in-rocks.jpegCalifornia poppy growing in rocks along the Bolinas Ridge TrailAnd then we found an old friend, a solitary California poppy growing in the rocks along the trail. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/peggy-on-trail.jpegPeggy Mekemson on the Bolinas Ridge Trai section of the Golden Gate Recreation AreaPeggy hoofing it along the trail, which is actually a gravel road at this point. Turn her loose on a flat stretch and way she goes. I can hardly keep up. At 70 she can still whip out four miles and hour. Fortunately, she is easily distracted.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/peggy-on-hill-top.jpegPeggy Mekemson on hill top along the Bolinas Ridge Trail in Golden Gate national Recreation AreaI wanted to capture a photo of Peggy on a flat hilltop that was surrounded by rocks that struck me as a great place for a full moon Wiccan ceremony. I'm not sure how Peggy's pose fit in, but then I hadn't told her to look like a witch. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/looming-rock.jpegLooming rock along Bolinas Ridge trail in Golden Gate National Recreation AreaThis rock seemed to be looming along the trail.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/lizard-rock.jpegLizard rock along the Bolinas Ridge Trail in the Golden Gate National Recreation Area"Do you see the lizard< Curt," she proclaimed and immediately stopped to photograph a rock that looked like a lizard to her.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/official-cow-portrait.jpegOfficial Cow PortraitThe cows became part of our walk, however. This is the official cow portrait taken by Peggy.2021-04-27T19:29:33+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/04/21/death-engagement-adulthood-tequila-and-political-suppression-berkeley-in-the-60s/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/john-kennedy-signing-the-peace-corps-bill-into-law.jpegJohn Kennedy signing the Peace Corps Bill into lawJohn Kennedy signs legislation creating the Peace Corps. (Photo from the JFK Library.2021-04-23T03:16:54+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/04/19/nancy-jo-and-the-graveyard-ghost-2/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/nancy.jpegMekemson Family in Diamond Springs, CAThis photo was taken a couple of years after our parents sent us off to Vacation Bible School but here we are. I’m on the left, next is my dog Tickle is next, then my sister Nancy and my brother, Marshall.2021-04-23T03:36:57+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/04/16/oregons-harris-beach-state-park-its-a-wrap/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/harris-beach-sunset-7.jpegHarris Beach Sunset 7https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/harris-beach-sunset-6.jpegSun sets on Harris Beach near Brookings, Oregonhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/harris-beach-sunset-5-e1618181138566.jpegSunset at Harris Beach State Park in Oregon.jpegThe sun prepares to set at Harris Beach State Park on the Oregon Coast.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/harris-beach-sunset-4.jpegHarris Beach sunset on the Oregon CostI'll conclude with this photo as we say goodbye to Harris Beach. On next Friday's travel blog, Peggy and I will be taking you south to Pt. Reyes National Seashore just north of San Francisco, Ca. I've already done a post on the Elephant seals. This time we will be taking you on a cow walk.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/harris-beach-sunset-3.jpegHarris Beach SunsetThe sun appears to drop into the Pacific Ocean at Harris Beach State Park on the Oregon Coast.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/harris-beach-sunset-2.jpegHarris Beach State Park sunset on the Oregon Coasthttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/harris-beach-sunset-1.jpegHarris Beach Sunset 1https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/harris-beach-crack-5.jpegHarris Beach State Park Key Hole Rock on the Oregon CoastThe tide comes in...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/harris-beach-crack-4.jpegKey hole rock at Harris Beach State ParkSea stacks often have caves or holes in them caused by the action of waves and weather on fractures in the rocks and by the fact that some sedimentary rocks played down over eons are softer than others. Key Hole Rock is a prime example.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/harris-beach-crack-3.jpegKey Hole Rock at Harris State Beach near Brookings, OregonDifferent angles provide different perspectives as do tide levels.2021-04-25T17:21:18+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/04/14/the-uc-admin-marches-blindly-into-confrontation-i-urge-otherwise/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/student-support-for-the-free-speech-movent-in-1964.jpegStudent support for the Free Speech Movent in 1964In 1963, the UC Berkeley Administration argued that a small group of radical students was organizing off-campus protests in support of Civil Rightshttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/student-support-for-free-speech-movent.jpegStudent support for Free Speech Movent2021-04-23T02:24:16+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/04/13/quilts/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/img_7672.jpghttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/img_7671.jpghttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/img_7670-1.jpghttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/img_7668.jpghttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/img_7624.jpghttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/img_7627.jpghttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/img_7676.jpghttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/img_7669.jpghttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/img_7618.jpghttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/img_7757.jpg2021-04-23T02:25:43+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/04/12/when-mc-the-cat-refused-to-have-his-danglies-cut-off/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/creative-commons-photo.jpegCreative commons photo of white kitten2021-05-10T21:53:48+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/04/09/the-not-so-usual-rocks-and-driftwood-of-harris-beach-sp-oregon/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/img_7803.jpegRock gardenChunks of the rock had broken on and been smoother and rounded by the pounding surf. Peggy gathered a number of them and put them in my pack. (One of my jobs is to carry rocks that Peggy gathers. ) She broth them home and added them to her ever-growing rock garden.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/img_7544.jpegMoss covered rock and sun reflection at Harris Beach SP in OregonThe bright green moss and reflected sunlight are what caught my attention with this rock at Harris Beach State Park near Brookings, Oregon.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/hb-rock-8.jpegSedimentary rock at Harris Beach State Park near Brookings, OregonLayers of sedimentary rock layed down over eons and then bent by plate tectonics. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/hb-rock-7.jpegRock at low tide, Harris Beach SP, OregonA low tide shot with water flowing out toward the ocean.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/hb-rock-6.jpegHarris Beach SP, Oregon rock and sun reflectionThe reflection of the sun in the water gave this rock at Harris Beach its unique look.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/hb-rock-5.jpegBasalt with veins of quartz at Harris Beach State Park in OregonThis basalt rock had quartz veins running through it.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/hb-rock-4.jpegTide flowing in past rocks at Harris Beach State ParkThe tide was flowing in here.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/hb-rock-3.jpegRocks at Harris Beach State PaThe tide flowing in and out would soon disturb these calm waters among the rocks. I liked the contrast between the sunlight on the rock and the darker water.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/hb-rock-2.jpegRock on beach at Harris Beach SP, OregonThis rock had an obvious personality, but I'm not sure what it was.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/hb-rock-1.jpegHarris Beach State Park near Brookings, OregonI was amused that the bike tracks here look like they may have been left by this rock.2021-04-25T18:02:11+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/04/07/on-the-edge-of-revolution-uc-berkeley-in-the-60s/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/1964-free-sppech-movement-at-berkeley.jpeg1964 Free Sppech Movement at BerkeleyThis iconic image of Berkeley's Free Speech Movement was featured in media around the world. Imagine my surprise to open up my March 22, 2021 copy of the New Yorker and find it featured in at article titled "Change Your Life." https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/iconic-image-of-berkeleys-free-speech-movement.jpegIconic image of Berkeley's Free Speech MovementThis iconic image of Berkeley's Free Speech Movement was featured in media around the world. Imagine my surprise to open up my March 22, 2021 copy of the New Yorker and find it featured in at article titled "Change Your Life." 2021-04-25T18:04:53+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/04/05/the-banning-of-the-ghost-guard-the-shameless-shenanigans-of-pat-and-demon/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/pat-the-greyhound.jpegPat the GreyhoundPoor Pat. Living with me did have its drawbacks, especially when I had a camera in hand. Being a rescue dog, however, she was eternally grateful and willing to pose for me. Reluctantly.2021-04-23T02:41:06+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/04/02/the-magnificent-sea-stacks-of-harrison-beach-marvels-of-erosion/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/bird-island.jpegBird Island at Harris Beach SP, OregonGoat (or Bird Island) at Harris Beach SP near Brookings is the largest Island on the Oregon Coast. 2021-04-25T18:05:44+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/03/31/ode-to-a-grecian-urinal-life-at-uc-berkeley-in-the-60s/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/wheeler-hall-at-uc-berkeley.jpegWheeler Hall at UC BerkeleyI had a number of classes at Wheeler Hall shown here, including one with over a thousand students. The campuses iconic Campanile is peaking out behind. (Photo by UC Berkeley.)2021-04-06T00:11:16+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/03/29/the-go-to-ghost-guard-demon-and-pat/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/img_8236.jpegDemon the Black CatDemon was well colored and named for graveyard duty. She has the 'look.'https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/img_8234.jpegPat the GreyhoundPat the Greyhound looking quite elegant. 2021-04-06T00:13:04+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/03/26/hitchhiking-barnacles-and-other-tide-pool-wonders-at-harris-beach-oregon/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/seaweed-18.jpegSea grass at Harris Beach SP on the Oregon CoastAnother perspective. Next Friday I will return to Harris Beach and feature it's dramatic sea stacks.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/seaweed-9.jpegSea grass that grows beneath the water at Harris Beach State Park in OregonI'll close today with sea grass that Peggy and I found growing in abundance between the tide pools. We had expected to fins seaweed, but not grass. This is real grass that has returned to the ocean from land and adapted to living in saltwater. We found it quite attractive.2021-04-12T15:41:28+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/03/24/berkeley-we-are-not-in-diamond-springs-anymore-toto/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/img_8232.jpegCurt Mekemson wearing his UC Berkeley sweatshirt in the 60sI transferred from Sierra College to Berkeley in 1963. Here I am looking proud in my UC sweatshirt.2021-03-31T17:58:30+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/03/22/how-to-keep-ghosts-at-bay-blogging-a-book/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/img_8229.jpegCocker SpanielOne of the family pets I hired for protection from ghosts. It's hard to imagine that a ghost would find the dog named Happy much of a threat.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/img_8235.jpegBig feetI started sleeping outside in elementary school and would continue into high school. Here I am on a summer afternoon in high school reading a Western. I've always had big feet.2021-03-26T15:53:35+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/03/20/sea-anemones-go-to-war-harris-beach-state-park/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/sea-anemone-16.jpegSea anemones at Harris Beach State ParkSome smaller sea anemones live in colonies as seen here. These are clones of each other except they differentiate into scouts, warriors and moms. When two colonies meet, they go to war. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/img_7788.jpegA limpet with barnacles on its shell at Harris Beach State Park in OregonLimpets move so slowly I doubt their progress is impacted by much by limpets, but still...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/img_7787.jpegSeveral limpets on a rock at Harris Beach State Park in Oregon.The limpet above was one of several that Peggy and I found on a rock. Hermit crabs as well as gulls love to eat the limpets but getting to them can be a considerable challenge. They shoot out the water under there shell and create a tight vacuum to the rock.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/img_7786.jpegIMG_7786https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/img_7769.jpegIMG_7769https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/img_7753.jpegIMG_7753https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/img_7752.jpegIMG_7752https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/img_7751.jpegIMG_7751https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/img_7749.jpegIMG_7749https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/img_7748.jpegMussels at Harris Beach SP in OregonPeggy loves a batch of mussels cooked up in salt and garlic water. My dad did as well. He used to gather them off the pilings on a pier near where he lived on the Oregon Coast. Hard to get them more fresh. He tried to feed them to me. No thanks. I am not a fan of most shellfish. I think the snail seen here share's Peggy and my father's taste. He has a specially adapted raspy Tonge that can drill through the snells shell.2021-04-07T21:59:02+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/five-reasons-to-travel/2025-10-16T21:57:22+00:00weekly0.6https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/bios/2026-05-16T14:30:16+00:00weekly0.6https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/03/17/held-at-gunpoint-training-for-berkeley-and-the-peace-corps-part-2/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/lake-tahoe.jpegLake TahoeSurrounded by the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range and noted for its clear blue water, Lake Tahoe is one of the top resort areas in the world.2021-03-22T21:48:23+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/03/15/on-a-pitch-black-night-something-stalked-us-in-the-graveyard/2021-03-22T21:43:23+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/03/12/the-charming-elephant-seals-of-pt-reyes-national-seashore/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/elepphant-seal-at-pt.-reyes-p.jpegElepphant Seal at Pt. Reyes Phttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/elepphant-seal-at-pt.-reyes-p-11.jpegElephant Seal at Pt. ReyesGiving us a side glance. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/elepphant-seal-at-pt.-reyes-p-10.jpegElepphant Seal at Pt. Reyes P 10https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/elepphant-seal-at-pt.-reyes-p-9.jpegElephant Seal at Pt. ReyesSize matters. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/elepphant-seal-at-pt.-reyes-p-8.jpegElepphant Seal at Pt. Reyes P 8https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/elepphant-seal-at-pt.-reyes-p-7.jpegElepphant Seal at Pt. Reyes P 7This large bull had crossed through the barriers at Drakes Beach and was pointed toward the snack bar. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/elepphant-seal-at-pt.-reyes-p-6.jpegElephant Seal at Pt. ReyesAnd then, he put his snout down. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/elepphant-seal-at-pt.-reyes-p-5.jpegElephant Seal at Pt. Reyes P 5Peggy caught some of the girls sunbathing out near the ocean...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/elepphant-seal-at-pt.-reyes-p-4.jpegElephant Seal at Pt. ReyesCheck out the big brown eyes! The size of the eyes helps the elephant seal see in the dark depths of the ocean.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/elepphant-seal-at-pt.-reyes-p-3.jpegElepphant Seal at Pt. Reyes P 32021-03-22T21:53:05+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/03/10/held-at-gunpoint-training-for-berkeley-and-the-peace-corps-part-1/2021-03-22T21:49:51+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/03/08/riding-pine-trees-habanero-a-crowded-bed-and-a-1st-graders-solo-hike-at-5-am/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/img_8218.jpegRiding Pine Trees at 78The perfect size pine tree for a first-grader to climb and ride. Peggy suggested I might be a little big— and at 78 possibly a tad old... Nah.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/img_8217.jpegMrs. Renfro's hot salsaOn of many choices I have for habernerjo-hot food.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/img_8205.jpegA young ponderosa pineThe same tree seen above as a first grader might see it.2021-04-03T17:25:44+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/02/26/the-starfish-of-harris-beach-state-park-oregon/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/starfish-17.jpegStarfish at Harris Beach State Park in Oregonhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/starfish-16.jpegStarfish at Harris Beach State ParkWe saw this colorful starfish from a distance and came over to look closer.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/starfish-15.jpegStarfish at Harris Beach State Park in OregonI decided a slight shift in perspective would create a dancer!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/starfish-14.jpegStarfish at Harris Beach State Park in Oregonhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/starfish-12.jpegStarfish 12https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/starfish-11.jpegStarfish at Harris Beach State Park in Oregonhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/starfish-10.jpegStarfish at Harris Beach State Park in OregonEverywhere we looked we saw them. Sometime in bunches. These purple and orange star fish belong to the same family, Pisaster ochraceus. Scientists don't know why they come in two colors.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/starfish-9.jpegStarfish 9https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/starfish-8.jpegStarfish 8https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/starfish-7.jpegStarfish 72021-03-22T21:44:21+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/02/24/on-facing-nuclear-war-the-cuban-missile-crisis/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/sierra-college-campus-center-1962.jpegSierra College Campus Center 1962The Camus Center at Sierra College was the main gathering point for students and faculty. 2021-03-22T21:44:10+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/02/22/a-cross-cultural-adventure-at-seven-plus-a-close-encounter-with-a-train/2021-03-08T23:06:08+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/02/19/harris-beach-state-park-another-gem-on-the-oregon-coast-part-1/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/goat-island.jpegGoat IslandSpeaking of nesting, the largest Island on the Oregon Coast, is just off of Harris Beach. Known as Goat Island (Did Harris raise goats there?), it is also known as Bird Island since over 100,000 birds nest there in spring, including the tufted puffin.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/sunset-1.jpegHarris Beach State ParkI'll conclude todays' post with a sunset. There will be more to come.2021-03-08T18:41:58+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/02/17/a-left-turn-from-the-right-lane-and-getting-hit-with-a-baseball-bat/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/george-marshall.jpegGeorge MarshallMy Great Grandfather George Marshall clime every Marshall since the Civil War had voted Republican.2021-03-08T18:45:21+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/02/15/first-grade-flunkee-growing-up-in-a-graveyard/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/img_7811.jpegCurtis Mekemson, age 5The question here, is why should such an innocent looking child be kicked out of the first grade for a year...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/img_7809.jpegMrs. YoungMrs. Young was a tough old gal who had been teaching the first grade for decades. The kids, BTW, are Clifford Drake and Bob Bray. Bob is still a close friend today. You will more about him in these tales.2021-03-08T17:25:45+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/02/12/why-i-love-deserts-nevadas-highway-95-is-an-example/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/img_4439.jpegIMG_4439https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/img_4431.jpegIMG_4431https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/img_4430.jpegViews along Nevada's Highway 95Peggy and I have made numerous trips up and down Nevada's Highway 395 that travels from Reno to Las Vegas. Most of our journeys to the Southwest, to places like Death Valley, the Grand Canyon, Sedona, and other points in the Southwest start with the route.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/img_4429.jpegBlack and white photo of desert near Tonopah, Nevada along Highway 95Black and white works as well.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/img_4428.jpegIMG_4428https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/img_4428-2.jpegIMG_4428 2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/img_4427.jpegIMG_4427https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/img_4426.jpegIMG_4426https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/img_4425.jpegIMG_4425https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/img_4423.jpegDesert near Tonopah, NevadaI'll conclude with what a distance-shot looks like in the desert.2021-02-17T00:33:20+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/02/09/born-to-wander-part-2-great-uncle-william-gets-his-head-chopped-off/2023-01-24T19:01:07+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/02/07/the-sierra-trek-ends-with-its-biggest-surprise-yet/2021-02-15T20:10:45+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/02/03/born-to-wander-part-1-the-bush-devil-ate-sam/2021-02-15T22:08:34+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/02/05/here-kitty-kitty-lyman-state-park-az-the-backroad-series-highway-191/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/img_7087.jpegGreat Blue HeronGreat Blue Heron with its landing gears down.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/img_7085.jpgIMG_7085https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/img_7077.jpegIMG_7077https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/img_7067-1.jpegIMG_7067https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/img_7066.jpegIMG_7066https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/img_7065.jpegIMG_7065https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/img_7064-2.jpegPetroglyphs at Lyman State Parkhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/img_7057.jpegHopi petroglyph in Lyman State Park, ArizonaA sign placed by the park interpreted this rock art.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/img_2021.jpegIMG_2021https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/img_2020.jpegIMG_20202021-02-15T22:03:26+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/02/01/a-sheriff-and-dynamite-the-sierra-trek/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/leland-stanford-store.jpegLeland Stanford storeA photo of Leland Stanford and his store in Michigan Bluff from the Stanford Museum. 2021-02-15T20:03:54+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/01/29/highway-191-national-parks-and-navajos-the-backroad-series/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/lyman-lake.jpegLyman Lake, ArizonaShortly after arriving at Arizona's Lyman State Park, we were treated to the sunset over the lake. It had been a long day.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/img_1823-2.jpegArizona badlandsTraveling south of I-40 we found more badlands, not all that far from the Painted Desert.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/img_5234.jpegAlan BaPeople like Alan Ba, who we bought this artwork from.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/screen-shot-2021-01-20-at-1.43.14-pm.pngHighway 191Highway 191 travels from the border of Canada to the border of Mexico.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/img_7052-2.jpegChurch Rock in UtahFurther south along Highway 191, Peggy and I came on this interesting sandstone monument known as Church Rock. BTW, the road into Canyonlands National Park is near here.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/img_7012.jpegArches National ParkOur first stop on Highway 191 was only a few miles south of I-70; Arches National Park. I've already posted on our visit, but here are a couple of photos to remind you.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/img_6944.jpegBalanced RockOne more Arches photo. Peggy caught this photo of checking out Balanced Rock.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/img_1823.jpegIMG_1823https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/img_1807.jpegSummer 2020 fire in ArizonaAs we neared I-40 on Highway 191, we had one more grim reminder of the problems facing the West, a massive forest fire brought on partially by global warming.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/img_1790.jpegSocial distancing in the Navajo NationI love this sign that shows a sense of humor in the Navajo Nation about social distancing. 2021-03-08T23:21:12+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/01/28/the-bush-devil-ate-sam-revised-introduction/2021-02-10T21:32:59+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/01/25/his-dong-goes-all-the-way-to-his-knees-orvis-told-me-in-wonder/2021-02-01T22:39:20+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/01/20/may-it-fly-freely-and-proudly/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/screen-shot-2021-01-20-at-12.21.59-pm.pngAmerican Flag2021-02-10T21:40:11+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/01/19/how-could-it-be-only-day-three-the-sierra-trek/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/img_1343.jpegTree stump in Marble MountainsBy the end of day three, I was still in a funk...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/img_5919.jpgAncient treeAfter two days of trekking, I was beginning to feel like this.2021-02-01T22:36:04+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/01/21/the-beauty-the-geology-and-the-weirdness-of-sunset-bay/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/img_7021-1.jpegSunset Bay State Park on the Oregon CoastAnd finally, I'll wrap up this post on Sunset Bay with more waves.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/img_7064-1.jpegSunset Bay on the Oregon CoastSunset Bay at sunset.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/img_7092.jpegTunnel to Sunset Bay State ParkPeggy walking through tunnel that connects campground to bay...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/img_7091.jpegMushroom at Sunset Bay State Parkhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/img_7073-1.jpegForm of ancient tree at Sunset Bay State ParkI was fascinated by the different shapes of trunks left by the ancient trees.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/img_7030.jpegTide pool at Sunset bay State Park, OregonWe spent a few minutes peering into tide pools.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/img_7021.jpegWaves at Sunset Beach State ParkMore waves... https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/img_7014.jpegIMG_7014https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/img_7006.jpegIMG_7006https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/img_6993.jpegRoots of 1200 year old drowned tree at Sunset Bay State ParkA different perspective...2021-02-01T22:38:22+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/01/14/can-sunsets-get-any-more-dramatic/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/img_7623-2.jpegSunset near Applegate Lake,OregonAs the sun completed its evening show, the Red Buttes took on a dark blue look. The show was over.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/img_7626.jpegIMG_7626https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/img_7624.jpegIMG_7624https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/img_7623.jpegIMG_7623https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/img_7622.jpegIMG_7622https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/img_7621.jpegIMG_7621https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/img_7620.jpegIMG_7620https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/img_7619.jpegIMG_7619https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/img_7618.jpegIMG_7618https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/img_7617.jpegIMG_76172021-02-10T21:35:44+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/01/12/16-miles-without-water-a-huge-rattlesnake-and-a-lost-trekker-the-sierra-trek/2021-01-24T22:48:46+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/01/07/making-waves-no-one-does-it-better-than-the-pacific-ocean/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_6883.jpegWaves at Cape Arago on the Oregon CoastI find the churning action created by the waves to be as fascinating as the waves.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_6900.jpegWaves at Cape Arago on the Oregon Coasthttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_7609.jpegSurfer in heavy waves at Cape Arago in OregonAnd then there are those who live for the next big wave!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_7602.jpegIMG_7602https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_7599.jpegWaves along the Oregon CoastWave watching along the Oregon coast can be quite exciting when the big winter storms are rolling in from across the Pacific Ocean.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_7592.jpegWaves at Cape Arago on the Oregon Coasthttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_7574.jpegWaves at Cape Arago on the Oregon Coasthttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_7567.jpegIMG_7567https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_7563.jpegWaves at Cape Arago on the Oregon CoastIt doesn't hurt to have gorgeous scenery for the wave action!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_7562.jpegWaves at Cape Arago on the Oregon Coast2021-03-11T13:12:59+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/01/05/no-we-were-not-running-a-pot-smoking-orgy-in-the-mountains/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_0587.jpegNature's sound makerYears of backpacking and wilderness travel have taught me that a burbling brook makes an excellent sound maker to lull you to sleep. It's even more valuable when you have noisy companions that like to party late or a sleeper whose snores could make the ground shake.2021-01-13T00:34:03+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2021/01/01/when-alpacas-eat-alfalfa-it-isnt-pretty-welcome-to-2021/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_7452-1.jpegAlpaca being funnyI'll conclude with this shot of the alpaca looking appropriately weird. I stuck my tongue out at it.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_7445.jpegAlpacas being fed treatsWhen Cody ran out of treats, he teasingly held up his empty hand...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_7329.jpgAlpacas getting treatsThe alpacas joyfully (and gently) ate their treats out of Cody's hand.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_7447.jpegAlpacasThe cast of characters.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_7455.jpegAlpacas eating alfalfaThe 'dumpster diving' guaranteed that the Alpacas were covered in alfalfa.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_7454.jpegAlpaca being silly.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_7453.jpegAlpaca giving raspberryhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_7452.jpegIMG_7452https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_7448.jpegAlpacahttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_7440.jpegAlpacas feasting on AlfalfaAnother example.2021-01-05T18:24:33+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/12/29/the-best-laid-plans-of-mice-and-steve-go-astray-the-sierra-trek/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_3500.jpegTree Blaze in Granite Chief WildernessI found this old tree blaze behind Squaw Valley. Early pioneers, cowboys and miners had used them to mark trails with their handy-dandy hatchets. Our Trekkers were following yellow ribbons left behind by the horse people for thew Tevis Cup Race. Lots of them.2020-12-31T20:46:45+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/12/24/national-parks-of-the-southwest-from-our-2021-calendars/2020-12-31T21:28:02+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/12/23/happy-holidays/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_7166-2.jpegIMG_7166 2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_7166-1.jpegIMG_71662020-12-31T21:36:34+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/12/22/a-sad-tale-the-sierra-trek/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_3489.jpegStream behind Squaw ValleyI had visions of a small spring filled steam like this at our first campsite.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_3468.jpegIMG_3468https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_3455.jpegNeedler Peak Granite Chief WildernessThe first Sierra Trek would follow a trail on the other side of this ridge.2020-12-30T19:50:38+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/12/30/the-calendar-continues-more-photos-from-southwest-national-parks/2020-12-31T21:28:26+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/12/31/happy-new-year-the-final-calendar-photos/2021-01-08T21:22:33+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/12/17/calendar-photos-holiday-schedule/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/pf-5.jpegPetrified Forest National ParkPetrified Forest National Parkhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/pf-4.jpegPetrified Forest National ParkPetrified Forest National Parkhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/pf-2.jpegPetrified Forest National ParkPetrified Forest National Parkhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/mv-12.jpegMonument ValleyMonument Valleyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/mv-7.jpegMonument ValleyMonument Valleyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/mv-2.jpegMonument ValleyMonument Valleyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/mv-1.jpegMonument ValleyMonument Valleyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_7168.jpegIMG_7168https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_7166.jpegIMG_7166https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_7165.jpegThe Corral Chorale Choir2020-12-23T20:20:43+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/12/15/a-reluctant-sponsor-a-bear-and-much-wagging-of-tail-blog-a-book-tuesday/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_3448-1.jpegTrail in the Northern Sierra Nevada Mountains of CaliforniaIn hiking a hundred miles, we discovered that the trails went on and on...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_3453.jpegNorthern Sierra Nevada MountainsWe would start our journey hiking up and over granite mountains.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_3448.jpegIMG_3448https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_3443.jpegRed FirRed fir trees grow on the upper slopes of the Sierra Nevada Mountains beneath the alpine zone.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_3376.jpegIMG_33762020-12-23T19:58:53+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/12/10/utahs-scenic-highway-24-features-the-stunning-capitol-reef-np-the-backroads-series/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_1215-2.jpegPhoto of Capitol Reef National Park by Curt Mekemsonhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/utah-highway-24-west-of-capitol-reef-np.jpegUtah Highway 24 west of Capitol Reef NPhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/photo-from-utah-highway-24-from-east-of-capitol-reef-np-3.jpegPhoto from Utah Highway 24 from east of Capitol Reef NP 3https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/utah-highway-24-photo-east-of-capitol-reef-np.jpegUtah Highway 24 photo east of Capitol Reef NPhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/utah-highway-24-west-of-capito-reef-np-2.jpegUtah Highway 24 west of Capito Reef NP 2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/utah-highwa-24-west-of-capitol-reef-np-3.jpegUtah Highwa 24 West of Capitol Reef NP 3https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/utah-highway-24-west-of-capitol-reef-np-1.jpegUtah Highway 24 west of Capitol Reef NP 1https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/map.jpegMap of Highway 24This is a map of our route.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_6849.jpegIMG_6849https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_6845.jpegIMG_68452021-01-23T19:43:32+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/12/08/a-ballerina-a-witch-an-ex-ice-hockey-player-and-a-wood-elf-the-sierra-trek/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_3412.jpegSunset in the Northern Sierras of CaliforniaSunset along the PCT north of Squaw Valley.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_3430.jpegIMG_3430https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_3429.jpegNorthern Sierra Nevada MountainsA view of the Sierra Nevada Mountains behind Squaw Valley.2021-01-23T02:00:14+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/12/03/continuing-along-americas-loneliest-road-travel-blog-thursday/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_1007.jpegHighway 59 in western UtahMy final view of Highway 50. Lonely, as it should be. Next time we see the road it will be in West Virginia.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_0996.jpegHighway 59 in western Utahhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_0994.jpegHighway 50 in UtahHighway 50 continued to be a lonely road through Eastern Nevada and Western Utah.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_0983.jpegIMG_0983https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_0977.jpegHighway 59 in western Utahhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_0971.jpegIMG_0971https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_0967.jpegHighway 59 in western Utahhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_0962.jpegHighway 59 in western Utahhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_0959.jpegHighway 59 in western Utahhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/img_0958.jpegHighway 59 in western Utah2020-12-14T05:58:59+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/12/01/i-hire-wild-steve-to-help-run-the-backpack-trek-blog-a-book-tuesday/2020-12-04T11:47:38+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/11/24/a-grand-but-insane-idea-the-first-sierra-trek-part-1/2020-12-18T05:53:30+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/11/26/hickison-petroglyphs-strange-glyphs-and-stranger-rocks-americas-backroads/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/img_6802-copy.jpegRocks in Hickison Petroglyph Recreation AreaI'll conclude with this fellow.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/img_6827.jpegRocks in Hickison Petroglyph Recreation Areahttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/img_6823-1.jpegPetroglyph scratches at Hickison Petroglyph Recreation AreaI almost missed all of these scratch marks.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/img_6822.jpegIMG_6822https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/img_6820.jpegPossible record of menstrual cycle at Hickison Petroglyph Recreation Areahttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/img_6813.jpegIMG_6813https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/img_6812.jpegRocks in Hickison Petroglyph Recreation Areahttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/img_6811-1.jpegRocks in Hickison Petroglyph Recreation Areahttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/img_6807.jpegPetroglyph vaginas at Hickison Petroglyph Recreation AreaEarly pioneers thought these might represent horses hooves. Nope.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/img_6802.jpegIMG_68022020-12-10T01:21:42+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/11/19/the-loneliest-road-in-the-us-was-lonelier-in-7000-bce-petroglyphs-of-grimes-point/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/img_3734-2.jpegView of land that is part of the Grime's Point Archeological Area near Fallon NevadaI'll conclude with a final view of the landscape at Grime's Point Archeological Area. Remains of what may have been a rock fence used to drive deer and antelope to the dinner table is found up near the top of the ridge.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/img_3805.jpegIMG_3805https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/img_3790.jpegPit and groove style of petroglyphs found at Grime's Point Archeological Area off Highway 50 in NevadaThe pit and groove style of petroglyphs are among the oldest petroglyphs found in Nevada.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/img_3787.jpegA view of Highway 50 from Grime's Point Archeological AreaTurning around from where I was standing was more basalt and a distant view of Highway 50.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/img_3778.jpegGrime's Point Nevada petroglyphhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/img_3775.jpegBoulder with ancient petroglyphs at Grime's Point near Fallon, NevadaMost of the petroglyphs fall somewhere in age between the above petroglyph and the pit and groove style of petroglyphs. I like the almost-polished look of this basalt boulder.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/img_3769.jpegPetroglyph at Grime's Pointhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/img_3767.jpegPetroglyph from Grime's Point Archeological area near Fallon, Nevadahttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/img_3764.jpegPit and groove petroglyph found at Grime's Point Archeological Area east of Fallon, Nevada on Highway 50As to what they mean is anyone's guess. One thought is that they were used in hunting rituals by shaman's to assure success in the hunt. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/img_3759.jpegIMG_37592020-12-04T00:29:22+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/11/17/a-700-mile-plus-backpack-trek-down-the-pct-at-75-the-question-is-why/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/img_1665.jpegCastle Crags in Northern CaliforniaThe sheer beauty of the wilderness plus 50-years of backpacking are important factors! This is Castle Crags in Northern California, mountains that loomed up behind me in the photo above.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/img_1633.jpegCurtis Mekemson backpacking down the PCTThree years ago I celebrated my 75th birthday by backpacking 750 miles down the Pacific Crest Trail.2020-12-04T00:35:16+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/11/12/the-loneliest-road-in-america-highway-50-across-nevada-the-backroads-series/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/img_0775.jpegView near Hickison Pass in NevadaWe wrapped up our first day of backroad travel by climbing a curvy, narrow road up into the Humbolt-Toiyabe National Forest and over Hickison pass. We were pleased to see green. 2021-01-31T23:12:36+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/11/10/its-4-am-and-a-bear-is-standing-on-top-of-me/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/screen-shot-2020-11-07-at-4.21.08-pm.pngPCT though hiker Popcorn!This is Popcorn!, one of many though hikers on the 700 mile backpack trip down the PCT that I went on to celebrate my 75th Birthday. Popcorn! had valuable advice on the subject of bathing.2020-11-14T20:46:21+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/11/06/change-is-in-the-air-and-i-am-changing-with-it/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/img_6830-2.jpegFall colors in Safeway parking lot, Medford, OregonI'll conclude with they 'wilderness' beauty. I took it in the Safeway parking lot in Medford.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/img_6854.jpegFlicker and Tanager enjoying a drink togetherSo do the flickers but this little tanager didn't let it stop him. I think that the flicker is giving him the evil eye.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/img_6843.jpegSteller Jay on Upper ApplegateOur Stellar Jays prefer to drink alone.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/img_6830.jpegIMG_6830https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/img_6829.jpegIMG_6829https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/img_6823.jpegTree at Ruch LibraryI took this photo at the Ruch Library.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/img_6811.jpegUpper Applegate Road, Jackson County, Oregonhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/img_6804.jpegFall view looking south toward the Red Buttes from Upper Applegate ValleyThis was the view looking south form the oak tree toward California and the Red Buttes.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/img_6798.jpegWhite oak showing fall colors in Oregon's Applegate ValleyPeggy and I found this white oak going for a hike behind our house in the national forest.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/img_6791.jpegBig leaf maple shows fall colors in Southern OregonAnother example.2020-11-13T18:39:56+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/10/30/the-bandon-oregon-series-part-3-face-rock-state-scenic-viewpoint/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/img_7536.jpegView from Face Rock Scenic Viewpoint in BandonHer pets, too, have been turned into rocks (shown on the right) and wait faithfully for her.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/peggy-2.jpegWind blows Peggy Mekemson's hair at Face Rock Scenic Viewpoint on Oregon CoastSpeaking of faces I caught this photo of Peggy as the wind had fun with her hair at the scenic viewpoint.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/img_6445.jpegIMG_6445https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/facer-rock-8-p.jpegFacer Rock on Bandon Beach, lit up by the setting sunLater we returned to the beach to watch the sun set and found Face Rock lit up by the setting sun. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/face-rock-park-bandon-p9.jpegFace Rock Park Bandonhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/face-rock-park-bandon-p8.jpegFace Rock Park BandonPeggy caught this shot of the sun sinking into the Pacific Ocean. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/face-rock-park-bandon-p7.jpegFace Rock Park Bandon P7https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/face-rock-park-bandon-p7-2.jpegFace Rock Park BandonI'll conclude with this dramatic evening look at a number of sea stacks found at Face Rock. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/face-rock-park-bandon-p4.jpegFace Rock Park BandonPhoto taken from a cave by Peggy.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/face-rock-park-bandon-27.jpegFace Rock Park BandonMine was more more traditional.2020-12-16T22:06:43+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/10/27/vote-as-if-our-democracy-depends-on-it-it-does/2020-11-03T01:09:04+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/10/23/back-to-bandon-ii-the-devils-kitchen/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/bandon-beach-kelp.jpgBandon beach kelpI'll conclude today with this impressive pile of kelp backed up by hay stack rock.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/img_7494.jpegClose up of kelp on Bandon, Oregon beachPeggy took this close up of the kelp.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/img_7487.jpegSea palms washed up by the oceanWould only the Devil offer his sweetheart a bouquet of sea palms washed ashore by a turbulent ocean? Well, we were hiking along the beach at Devil's Kitchen State Park in Oregon...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/img_6588.jpegFamily carrying a kelp plant on Brandon, Oregon beachThis shot I took of a family carrying a kelp gives an even better idea!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/img_6569.jpegKelp being used as a whip on a Bandon, Oregon BeachHeres another use for kelp that I confess I have tried on occasion. Using it as a whip. It is so tempting!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/img_6509.jpegIMG_6509https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/img_6497.jpegIMG_6497https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/img_6496.jpegIMG_6496https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/img_6495.jpegShot of Kelp leaves on Bandon, Oregon beachThis gives an of the length of the kelp plant from where it is attached to a rock on the ocean floor up to its leaves.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/img_6494.jpegMussels and barnacles torn from rocks by ocean found on Bandon, Oregon beachLike these mussels and barnacles we found on the Devil's Kitchen beach, for example.2020-10-30T17:33:41+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/10/20/back-to-bandon-oregon-and-its-art/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/roadside-geology-of-oregon.jpegRoadside Geology of OregonOne of the books I bought was the "Roadside Geology of Oregon" by Mardi B. Miller. Our library includes a number of books from this series on other states as well. If you have ever found yourself curious about the rock formations you are seeing beside the road, these books make wonderful traveling companions.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/grace-the-humpback-whale-of-bandon-close-up.jpgGrace the humpback whale of Bandon close upA close up. Among the items used to make the sculpture that were listed on the info board were water bottles, hat visors, a toilet seat, golf balls, a cooler, a steering wheel, flip flops, toy wheels, boots and an umbrella handle. But enough trash talk, there are a number of other art works scattered about the town.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/grace-the-humpback-whale-of-bandon.jpegGrace the humpback whale of BandonAnd finally the tail of Grace the Humback whale who tells a tale of trash.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/henrietta-the-rockfish.jpegHenrietta the Rockfish in Bandon, OregonHenrietta the Rockfish, another sculpture by Washed Ashore was decked out in her Covid-19 mask. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/totem-pole.jpegTotem pole along Boardwalk in Bandon, OregonThis dramatic totem pole was a next door neighbor to the two fish murals shown above.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/seahorse.jpegSeahorse sculpture in Bandon, OregonAnd this carved seahorse. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/peggy-1.jpegPeggy Mekemson on the Beach at Devil's Kitchen State Park in Bandon, OregonOne thing, we had no problem social distancing on the beach at Devil's Kitchen, as Peggy demonstrates.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/octo-2.jpegCarved wooden sculpture of an octopus in Bandon, OregonI've always been intrigued by this carved wooden sculpture of an octopus with its waving arms.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/octo-1.jpegOctopus sculpture at Bandon Oregon backlit by the sunI've always been intrigued by this octopus. Being backlit by the sun adds a slightly sinister feel.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/nora-the-salmon-2.jpegNora the Salmon trash sculpture in Bandon, OregonA close up of Nora. You can see how she has been created out of trash. Nora is a fun sculpture with a serious message.2020-11-03T01:10:58+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/10/15/the-1908-great-auto-race-from-nyc-to-paris-part-4-san-francisco-to-paris/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/thomas-flyer-national-auto-museum-full-view.jpegThomas Flyer, National Auto Museum full viewA final view of the Thomas Flyer in the National Automobile Museum to wrap up this series.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/thomas-flyer-national-auto-museum-full-view.jpgThomas Flyer, National Auto Museum full viewhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/thomas-flyer-team-locating-trail-with-horse-drawn-sled-valdez-alaska-.jpegThomas Flyer Team Locating Trail with Horse-Drawn Sled, Valdez, Alaska,When George Schuster arrived in Valdez, Alaska for the next phase of the 1908 Great Auto Race, he quickly arranged to borrow a horse and sleigh to check out the beginning of the route.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/thomas-flyer-stuck-in-mud-russia.pngThomas Flyer Stuck in Mud, Russia,https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/thomas-flyer-on-main-highway-outside-vladivostok-russia-.pngThomas Flyer on Main Highway outside Vladivostok, Russia,https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/thomas-flyer-next-to-trans-siberian-railway-locomotive.pngThomas Flyer Next to Trans-Siberian Railway LocomotiveThomas Flyer next to a Trans-Siberian locomotive.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/thomas-flyer-near-chita-russia-.pngThomas Flyer near Chita, Russia,Flyer suck in the mud. One of many times.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/thomas-flyer-in-front-of-russian-windmill-hf.pngThomas Flyer in front of Russian windmill HFhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/thomas-flyer-crossing-on-wooden-bridge-in-russia.jpegThomas Flyer Crossing on Wooden Bridge in Russia,https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/thomas-flyer-at-national-auto-museum-right-front-view.jpgThomas Flyer at National Auto Museum, right front view2020-10-30T17:20:28+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/10/03/the-1908-great-race-from-nyc-to-paris-part-3-way-out-west/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/rhyolite-5.jpegThe ghost town of Rhyolite, NevadaThe Thomas Flyer passed through the Town of Ryolite just before entering Death Valley. Today it is a ghost town.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/east-1908-new-york-to-paris-auto-race-10-2.jpgEast 1908 New York to Paris auto race 10 2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/steer-alomg-extraterrestial-highway.pngsteer alomg Extraterrestial Highwayhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/east-1908-new-york-to-paris-auto-race-10-1.jpgThomas Flyer in Western US during 1908 Great Race from NYC to Parishttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/the-french-de-dion-bouton-car-leaving-the-puteaux-france-factory-for-the-new-york-to-paris-race-1908.jpegThe French De Dion-Bouton Car Leaving the Puteaux, France Factory for the New York to Paris Race, 1908The De Dion-Bouton leaves the Puteaux, France factory outfitted for the Great Race. I believe https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/french-moto-bloc-in-paris-before-shipping-to-us.jpegFrench Moto Bloc in Paris before shipping to USBaron Godard in the Moto-Bloc in Paris before leaving for the US and the Great Race. Since Godard had come in second the year before in a race between Peking and Paris, there were high hopes for his NYC to Paris race. They were not to be.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/west-10.jpegElkhorn Saloon in WyomingAn occasional drink was well earned!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/twin-springs-nev.jpegTwin Springs NevThis building still stands on the Ranch.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/traveling-with-the-thomas-flyer-between-hanna-and-dana-ridge-wyoming.jpegTraveling with the Thomas Flyer between Hanna and Dana Ridge, Wyoming,https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/thomas-flyer-team-locating-trail-with-horse-drawn-sled-valdez-alaska-.jpegThomas Flyer Team Locating Trail with Horse-Drawn Sled, Valdez, Alaska,2022-02-01T18:08:25+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/09/21/big-bucks-a-strange-squirrel-the-fires-and-the-oregon-coast-update/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/img_6315.jpegComorant and sand dunes in Florence, OregonOr providing a convenient place for a cormorant to dry its wings. A sand dune provides the backdrop. Oregon Dunes National Recreation starts just south of Florence.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/img_6390.jpegIMG_6390https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/img_6389.jpegUpper Applegate Valley in OregonI'm happy to report that the smoke had cleared out. Some. Compare this picture looking down on the cottonwoods growing along the Applegate River to the one above.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/img_6386.jpegBig leaf maples along Upper Applegate River in southern OregonA final view of our big leaf maples tuning a fall-ish color. looking beyond the maple, you can still see the smoke hanging in our valley.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/img_6385.jpegBig leaf maple on Oregons Upper ApplegateThe big leaf maple trees growing down in our canyon are adding a splash of yellow.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/img_6382.jpegWhite oak acorns In Oregon's Upper ApplegateThe white oak across here delicious this year according to squirrels, deer, turkeys, acorn woodpeckers and bears.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/img_6370.jpegThe Umpqua River in OregonThe closer we got to the coast, the cleaner the air became. This is the Umqua River. My dad lived near here in the 70s.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/img_6367.jpegIMG_6367https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/img_6354.jpegElk along Oregon's Highway 38 near ReedsportEven the elk seemed happy to be breathing clean air. This herd can almost always be found along Highway 38 near Reedsport.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/img_6345.jpegCreek along Oregon's Highway 38 near the coastA cree along the way. Driving to and from the coast is almost as good as being there.2020-10-10T22:52:03+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/09/17/the-1908-great-automobile-race-from-new-york-to-paris-part-ii-through-nebraska/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/thomas-flyer-making-its-way-through-hub-deep-mud.jpegThomas Flyer making its way through hub-deep mudI'll conclude today's post with a photo of the Flyer making its way through hub-deep mud. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/using-trolley-tracks-during-the-1908-great-auto-race.jpgUsing trolley tracks during the 1908 Great Auto raceTrolley lines sometime substituted for railroads in the cities.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/zust.jpegZust racer in the 1908 Great Automobile raceThe Italian Zust.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/east-1908-new-york-to-paris-auto-race-8-2.jpegFlyer fighting through snow during 1908 Great RaceThe Thomas Flyer fighting to get out of a snow drift.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/screen-shot-2020-08-08-at-8.02.14-pm.jpegThomas Flyer makes its way through mud during the Great New York to Paris race of 1908As if the snow hadn't been bad enough...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/nebraska.jpegNebraskahttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/nebraska-grand-island.jpegNebraska Grand IslandWhenever the racers came to a major town, the citizens would be out to greet them in force. This is Grand Island Nebraska. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/nebraska-gibson.jpegGreat 1908 Automobile Race passing through Gibson, NebraskaA high school student eager to shoot an action shot caught this photo in the small town of Gibson, Nebraska.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/nebraska-9.jpegBuffalo Bill CircusThe barn is packed full of memorabilia from Buffalo Bill's traveling circus which traveled the world featuring cowboys and Indians and personalities like Annie Oakley. This poster promoted his show in Australia. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/nebraska-8.jpegLassoing a filly at Buffalo Bill's barn... That I lassoed myself a filly!2020-09-26T17:42:13+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/09/10/massive-fires-near-our-home-plus-covid-19-plus-really-weird-politics/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/halloween-trump-mask.jpegHalloween Trump MaskA halloween Trump mask very similar to the one the man was wearing in Bi-Mart as he looked for ammunition.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/screen-shot-2020-09-10-at-10.10.16-am.pngCoronavirus rate for Jackson County, OregonA chart showing our local Coronavirus rate. And we didn't even have Sturgis!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/slater-fire.jpegSlater FireThis is what we would have seen had we been backpacking down into Seaid Valley where we we were two years ago. A person took this photo near Happy Camp.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/slaer-fire-2.jpegSlaer fireI glanced out our window Wednesday and saw a massive plume of smoke looming over the mountains. If fire came over the ridge, Peggy and I were packing up and getting out... (Photo form Peggy's iPhone.2020-11-03T00:53:37+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/09/05/the-greatest-auto-race-ever-nyc-to-paris-in-1908-part-1/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/img_1602.jpegThomas Flyer at National Automobile Museum, Reno, NevadaI'll close with a final photo of the Thomas Flyer on display at the National Automobile Museum in Reno, Nevada.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/tonopah-mural-featuring-1908-great-race.jpegTonopah Mural featuring 1908 Great RaceA mural in Tonopah Nevada that features the town's welcome of the Thomas Flyer, America's entry in the New York City to Paris Automobile Race of 1908.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/screen-shot-2020-09-03-at-8.16.55-pm.pngVehicles lined up for the start of the 1908 Great Auto Race from NYC to ParisThe vehicles were lined up and ready to go!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/screen-shot-2020-09-03-at-8.14.39-pm.jpeg250,000 people were lined up to watch the New York City to Paris 1908 auto raceAn estimated 250, 000 people (and their autos) were lined up along Broadway to watch the beginning of the Great Race.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/screen-shot-2020-09-03-at-8.10.58-pm.jpegThe Thomas Flyer modified for the 1908 race from NYC to ParisThe Thomas Flyer on the road with its extra boards and 'wagon train' top.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/screen-shot-2020-08-08-at-7.57.41-pm.jpegScreen Shot 2020-08-08 at 7.57.41 PMhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/screen-shot-2020-08-06-at-8.43.22-pm.jpegAd for a stock, off the floor, Thomas Flyer.An ad for the original stock ER Thomas Flyer. BTW, the $4,000 would translate into over $100,000 in today's dollars.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/img_1602.jpgThomas FlyerAmerica's entry in the 1908 race between NYC and Paris, the Thomas Flyer, is now part of the National Automobile Museum collection in Reno, Nevada.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/img_1585.jpegOriginal route of the 1908 NYC to Paris Auto RaceThe original route as shown in a 1907 New York Time's article. It would change substantially as the reality of driving through Alaska in winter or spring became apparent.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/img_1584.jpgIMG_15842020-09-11T22:06:46+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/08/21/while-dodging-covid-19-harleys-hurricanes-derechos-and-130-degree-f-heat-why-not-visit-massacre-rocks/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/img_5587-2.jpegEvening look at Massacre Rocks SPAnd, for my final photo, provided a soft look for the opposite side of the river.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/img_5472.jpegTelegraph weed flowerThis member of the sunflower family got its name because it grew in abundance along the disturbed ground created by building the first telegraphs across America,https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/img_7426.jpegCottontail rabbit at Massacre Rocks State ParkWe arrived at Massacre State Rocks and walked down to the Snake River. We were greeted by this little fellow. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/img_7424.jpegIMG_7424https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/img_7422.jpegIsland in Snake River as seen from Massacre Rocks SP, IdahoPeggy caught this interesting view of one of two Islands in the mountains river at the park.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/img_7420.jpegVolcanic caprice along the Snake RiverA close up. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/img_7411.jpegIMG_7411https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/img_7403.jpegLooking down the Snake River from Massacre Rocks SP, IdahoLooking down the river from the pier. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/img_7395.jpegView across Snake River at Massacre Rocks SP, IdahoA view across the river. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/img_7391.jpegSnake River at Massacre State Rocks ParkA different look at the cliff. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)2020-09-15T17:19:38+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/08/12/adios-arches-hello-road-trip/2020-08-26T03:08:24+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/08/05/the-arches-of-arches-finally/2020-08-25T22:13:18+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/07/31/rocks-trees-early-inhabitants-and-towering-clouds-more-of-arches-np/2021-01-23T02:00:00+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/07/28/from-the-garden-of-eden-to-the-fiery-furnace-and-beyond-arches-np/2020-08-05T21:09:10+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/07/22/when-arches-isnt-about-arches-plus-strange-times/2020-08-05T20:02:29+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/07/12/ten-years-and-1001-posts-texas-hospitality/2020-07-29T15:03:24+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/07/02/off-to-a-rocky-start-arches-np-the-backroads-series/2020-07-14T17:41:42+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/06/29/we-rub-the-nose-of-a-pig-in-florence-armchair-travel/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/little-pigs-snout.jpegLittle pig's shiny snout in Florence, ItalyIt's only right that I should close this post with a photo of Little Pig's shiny snout.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-13-at-4.32.38-pm.jpegMercato Nuovo in Florence, ItalyThe overflowing Mercato Nuovo or the Straw Market where bad merchants were once spanked. I doubt that they were ever spanked for cheating a customer.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-13-at-4.32.14-pm.jpegIl Porcellino's well rubbed nose in Florence, ItalyLittle Pig's (Il Porcellino's) well rubbed nose. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-13-at-4.31.50-pm.jpegPeggy Mekemson rubs Little Pig's nose in FlorencePeggy eagerly rubs Little Pigs Nose in Florence.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-13-at-4.31.27-pm.jpegRubbing Little Pig's nose in Florence, ItalyKathy Sagge and I quickly join in the nose rubbing exercise.2020-07-13T15:04:24+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/06/27/medusa-loses-her-head-and-david-is-admired-florence-armchair-travel/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-13-at-3.37.27-pm.jpegThe Arno River in FlorenceFor my final picture today, I selected this view looking down the Arno River from Pont Vecchio.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-13-at-3.36.51-pm.jpegPonte Vecchio in FlorenceBut enough on violence. They didn't allow photos to be taken in the Uffizi Gallery, but when we came out, a short walk took us to Florence's most famous bridge, the Ponte Vecchio.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-13-at-3.36.18-pm.jpegThe rape of the Sabine women sculpture in FlorenceThe most dynamic sculpture on the Piazza della Signoria is the Rape of the Sabine Women by the sculpture Giambologna. The story goes that Romulus needed more women for his new city of Rome, so he went to the nearby town of Sabine and kidnapped them. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-13-at-3.35.56-pm.jpegSculpture by Benvenuto Cellini shows Perseus holding up the head of MedusaThis sculpture by Benvenuto Cellini shows Perseus holding up the head of Medusa, which he had just lopped off. Hopefully her eyes are closed. Otherwise you would be turned to stone. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-13-at-3.35.29-pm.jpegCharging horses pulling Neptune's chariot on Piazza della Signoria in FlorenceThese charging horses pulling Neptune's chariot on Piazza della Signoria in Florence seemed to be pulling in different directions. The horses were carved by the Sculpture Ammannati.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-13-at-3.35.07-pm.jpegCopy of Michelangelo's David in FlorenceMichelangelo's David has always been one of Peggy's favorite sculptures. I wonder why...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-13-at-3.34.42-pm.jpegThe latteThe latte was delicious and the pasties scrumptious.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-13-at-3.34.26-pm.jpegLion sculpture in FlorenceMy cat shot of the day. Note the finger-like toes.2020-07-12T22:54:05+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/06/24/two-of-the-worlds-most-beautiful-churches-are-found-in-florence/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-13-at-11.13.28-am.jpegThe top of Giotto's bell towerA close up of the top of Giotto's bell tower. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-13-at-11.12.57-am.jpegGiotto's Bell tower in FlorenceGiotti's bell tower.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-13-at-11.16.33-am.pngThe Basilica of Santa Croce in FlorenceI'll wrap-up today's post with a view of the The Basilica of Santa Croce in Florence laugh in the glow of the afternoons sun.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-13-at-11.16.08-am.pngA bubble floats up past the wooden doors of Basilica of Santa CroceA bulb floated up past the wooden doors of the Basilica of Santa Croce.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-13-at-11.15.35-am.pngDetail of Ghiberti’s bronze doorsAnd a detailed look at one of the panels.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-13-at-11.14.57-am.pngGhiberti’s bronze doorsA closer look.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-13-at-11.14.23-am.pngScreen Shot 2020-06-13 at 11.14.23 AMThe top of Ghiberti's Bronze Doors on the Baptistery in Florence. Tourists blocked a lower view. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-13-at-11.13.53-am.pngLooking up at Giotto's bell towerLooking up at Giotto's bell tower.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-13-at-11.13.28-am.pngA closeup of the top of Giotto's bell towerThe top of Giotto's Bell Tower. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-13-at-11.12.57-am.pngThe 270-foot tall Campanile or Giotto’s TowerThe 270-foot tall Campanile or Giotto’s Tower, which is located next to the Duomo, was actually completed 100 years before Brunelleschi put his finishing touches on the church. Many consider the bell tower to be among the most beautiful in Europe.2020-07-24T13:49:05+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/06/21/when-the-mediterranean-was-a-roman-pond-the-forum-armchair-series/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-13-at-9.57.21-am.jpegScreen Shot 2020-06-13 at 9.57.21 AMFor my last picture on my Forum post, I chose this magnificent boar. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-13-at-9.56.54-am.jpegRuins in Roman ForumDo you think the Latin says park bench? I was tempted.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-13-at-9.56.25-am.jpegArches in Roman ForumSpeaking of aches, I like the perspective of their photo taken by Peggy.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-13-at-9.56.03-am.jpegAfrican born emperor Septimius Severus iin the Roman ForumThis impressive six-story arch commemorated the victory of the African born emperor Septimius Severus in far off Mesopotamia.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-13-at-9.55.30-am.jpegTemple of Constantine in Roman ForumWhat remains of the massive temple of Constantine, the Emperor who made Christianity the official religion of Rome. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-13-at-9.55.11-am.jpegFeral cat in Roman ForumWhile Peggy was capturing photos of important historical sites, I was busy with the local cat.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-13-at-9.54.45-am.jpegThe Arch of Titus in the Roman ForumThe Arch of Titus commemorated the Roman victory over Judaea in 70 AD. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-13-at-9.54.24-am.jpegSite where Julius Caesar was crematedThe building on the lower left covers the site where the body of Julius Caesar was burned. Above it, to the right, was the Temple of Vesta, attended by the Vestal Virgins. Their job was to stay chaste for 30 years and attend the eternal flame. Being bad got you buried alive. Flings were few and far between. Palatine Hill, where the wealthy lived and cavorted, is in the background. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-13-at-9.53.59-am.jpegCaligula's Palace in the forumThese columns were once part of Caligula's Palace. Caligula, who enjoyed torturing people, built his horse a house and planned to appoint him as a Consul. It was around that time that Romans decided to assassinate the infamous emperor.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-13-at-9.53.25-am.jpegColumn in Rome's ForumI found the simple elegance of this single column outlined against a cloudy sky to be quite beautiful.2020-07-03T15:06:25+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/06/19/the-go-to-church-for-1-billion-catholics-st-peters-basilica-armchair-travel/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-12-at-12.55.22-pm.jpegThe Map Room in the VaticanFinally, I wanted to emphasize how incredibly ornate portions of the Vatican are. This was the ceiling of the map room in the Vat. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-12-at-12.54.43-pm.jpegDog sculpture in the Vatican museumMan's best friend!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-12-at-12.54.18-pm.jpegScreen Shot 2020-06-12 at 12.54.18 PMI was quite taken with this lion in the Vatican museum. Note the eyes. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-12-at-12.53.59-pm.jpegAnubis in the Vatican MuseumThe collection of the Vatican Museum ranges from ancient Egypt to modern times. This is a statue, I believe, of the Egyptian God Anubis who had the body of a man and the head of a jackal.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-12-at-12.53.30-pm.jpegNave of St. Peter's BasilicaThis photo of the nave of St. Peter's Basilica gives an idea of just how big the church is. 60,000 people standing shoulder to shoulder could stand inside.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-12-at-12.52.57-pm.jpegLooking up at Michelangelo's dome in St. Peter's BasilicaLooking up past Bernini's Canopy at Michelangelo's dome, which towers 448 feet from the floor.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-12-at-12.52.11-pm.jpegBernini's ornate seven story high bronze canopyBernini's ornate seven story high bronze canopy oversees the simple altar where the Pope holds Communion.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-12-at-12.51.33-pm.jpegMichelangelo's PietaOne of the world's best-loved works of art, Michelangelo's Pieta, is located in St. Peter's Basilica.2020-07-03T15:13:42+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/06/17/a-walk-to-st-peters-square-the-vatican-part-1-armchair-travel/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-12-at-10.28.58-am-2.jpegChanging of Swiss Guard at VaticanNo blog on the Vatican would be complete without showing the changing of the Swiss Guard carrying pikes. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-12-at-10.30.06-am.pngMassive columns on the front of St. Peter's BasilicaI took this photo of the massive columns in front of St. Peter's Basilica because I felt they provided an interesting perspective on the size of the church.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-12-at-10.29.27-am.jpegLamp on St. Peter's SquareThis lamp from St. Peter's Square is here because I like it. You'll see it peeking out on the left hand corner of St. Peter's Basilica at the beginning of this blog.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-12-at-10.28.58-am.jpegScreen Shot 2020-06-12 at 10.28.58 AMhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-12-at-10.28.24-am.jpegA clock and saints on top of St. Peter's BasilicaThe top of St. Peter's Basilica, like Bellini's Colonnade, features saints. The saint on the left is Simon the Zealot. You can tell your saints by the tools they carry. Simon was a carpenter and is shown with his saw. Simon was called the Zealot because he left his wife and kids to follow Jesus. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-12-at-10.27.28-am.jpegObelisk in St. Peter's SquareThis obelisk, seen in the previous picture, dominates St. Peter's Square. Once upon a time it resided in Egypt, but its home in Rome predates that of the Vatican when it stood over Nero's race track where Christians were persecuted and Peter was crucified upside down.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-12-at-10.27.09-am.jpegSt. Peters Square in Romehttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-12-at-10.26.31-am.jpegSt. Peter's SquareA view of St. Peter's Square featuring a portion of Bernini's Colonnade. Statues of 10 foot tall saints line the top.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-12-at-10.25.37-am.jpegCastle St. Angelo in RomeThe rounded Castle St. Angelo stands next to the bridge. Built originally as a mausoleum for Emperor Hadrian, it would later become a prison and then fort. Today it serves as a museum. St. Michael stands on top of the castle with sword drawn to fight off the plague. I wonder if he would take on Covid-19? (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-12-at-10.24.48-am.jpegAngel on the Pont St. Angelo in RomePont St. Angelo received its name during the Renaissance when Bernini oversaw a project to line the bridge with angels reminding the faithful of Christ's crucifixion. This one carries a lance representing the spear used by a Roman Soldier to jab Christ in the side. 2020-06-27T22:09:37+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/06/15/floppy-the-doe-brings-by-her-kids-nature-tales/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/img_6773.jpegIMG_6773https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/img_6769.jpegYoung blacktail deer fawn in Southern OregonFloppy made two complete circles around our house. We took lots of photos!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/img_6766.jpegIMG_6766https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/img_6765.jpegIMG_6765https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/img_6763.jpegFawn on Mekemson property near Applegate Lakehttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/img_6761.jpegFloppy the doe and fawnFloppy noticed taking photos from inside while one of the twins scratched an itch.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/img_6760.jpegIMG_6760https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/img_6759.jpegBlacktail deer fawn on Mekemson property in Southern Oregonhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/img_6753.jpegIMG_6753https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/img_6752.jpegIMG_67522020-07-03T15:14:31+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/06/12/going-on-a-rome-walk-about-plus-pickpockets-the-armchair-series/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-11-at-2.50.33-pm.jpegRome street sceneA final street scene from our walk about through Rome.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-11-at-2.50.09-pm.jpegDragon lamp in RomeAnd this dragon lamp. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-11-at-2.49.45-pm.jpegDoor knocker in RomePeggy found this door knocker intriguing. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-11-at-2.49.26-pm.jpegLooking up at the Pantheon domeA final view of the Pantheon's dome from outside.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-11-at-2.49.01-pm.jpegAltar in PantheonIt was common practice for the Catholic Church to take over sites that had been used to worship Roman gods. The Pantheon was one of many.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-11-at-2.48.36-pm.jpegInside view of PantheonThe interior of the Pantheon is quite striking.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-11-at-2.48.03-pm.jpegRome's PantheonThe Pantheon, built to honor all of Rome's gods, there were a lot, is one of the world's most famous structures. Its dome served as a model for domes ranging from St. Peter's Basilica to the US Capitol building.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-11-at-2.47.13-pm.jpegHorse outside the Pantheon in RomeThis fellow was attached to a carriage out side the Pantheon. I liked its ear covers. A horse approach to ear muffs! Or maybe just decorations.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-11-at-2.46.10-pm.jpegTrevi Fountain in RomeThe Trevi Fountain has always been worth visiting on it's own but its popularity got a significant boost by the 1950's movie and theme song, "Three Coins in a Fountain>https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-11-at-2.45.31-pm.jpegDetail from Trajan's Column in Rome.This photo shows how much detail is included on Trajan's Column. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson)2020-07-03T14:42:29+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/06/10/when-in-rome-the-colosseum-armchair-travel/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-09-at-3.06.18-pm.pngScreen Shot 2020-06-09 at 3.06.18 PMhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-09-at-3.00.57-pm.jpegRome's Colosseum in the eveningRome's Colosseum is lit up in the evening.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-09-at-3.00.42-pm.jpegScreen Shot 2020-06-09 at 3.00.42 PMhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-09-at-3.00.24-pm.jpegScreen Shot 2020-06-09 at 3.00.24 PMhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-09-at-3.00.05-pm.jpegView of Colosseum basement.A closeup view of the basement. Imagine it filled with lions, hippos and giraffes.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-09-at-2.59.49-pm.jpegLooking up from the floor at the upper tiers at Rome's Colosseum.Peggy took this photo from the lower level looking up at the upper level. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-09-at-2.59.18-pm.jpegLooking out from Rome's Colosseum at the ancient ForumWe started our tour on the upper level of the Colosseum. In addition to providing views into the arena, the walkway provided views of the surrounding city and Rome's ancient Forum. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-09-at-2.58.27-pm.jpegFloor of Colosseum in RomeI took this photo from the opposite end of the Colosseum. It provides a perspective on what the floor might have looked like. Only about a third of the original Colosseum remains. While earthquakes have done their share of damage, much more was done by Romans taking building blocks and iron supports for use in other construction throughout Rome.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-09-at-2.58.12-pm.jpegView beneath the original floor of the Colosseum.Looking down into the basement of the Colosseum where wild animals, props and scenery were stored.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-09-at-2.57.53-pm.jpegColosseum cover in ancient RomeHere's an illustration of what the cover looked like.2020-06-22T03:54:12+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/06/08/theres-something-fishy-about-barcelonas-public-market/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/ugly-fish-at-barcelonas-public-market.jpegUgly fish at Barcelona's public marketWhile Jaws won the contest as poster child for the campaign, Ugly was a close second.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-06-at-8.32.33-am-2.jpegFish at Barcelona's public marketMeet Jaws. I met him at Barcelona's public market.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-06-at-8.40.00-am.jpegScreen Shot 2020-06-06 at 8.40.00 AMhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-06-at-8.39.29-am.jpegScreen Shot 2020-06-06 at 8.39.29 AMhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-06-at-8.39.04-am.jpegScreen Shot 2020-06-06 at 8.39.04 AMhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-06-at-8.35.41-am.jpegScreen Shot 2020-06-06 at 8.35.41 AMhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-06-at-8.35.15-am.jpegScreen Shot 2020-06-06 at 8.35.15 AMhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-06-at-8.34.56-am.jpegScreen Shot 2020-06-06 at 8.34.56 AMhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-06-at-8.34.31-am.jpegScreen Shot 2020-06-06 at 8.34.31 AMhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-06-at-8.33.55-am.jpegWeird seafood at Barcelona's public marketI'll conclude with this photo, also a serious contender for poster child. I seriously don'r know what it is, but if you ever hope to get it past my lips, don't show this photo.2020-06-09T04:44:11+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/06/05/a-tiny-fawn-and-a-big-bear-nature-tales/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/img_6637.jpegBlack tail doe and fawnA final shot of mom and baby as they headed out.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/img_6636.jpegBlacktail doe protecting fawnThe doe gave us the look! Leave my baby alone.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/img_6635.jpegMother deer checking for danger to its fawnWait, did I just hear a door opening? (Peggy and I were caught as we tried to sneak outside.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/img_6632.jpegBlacktail doe and feeding fawnIf, I've told you once, I've told you a dozen times: Stop pulling so hard!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/img_6631.jpegBlacktail deer fawn feedingNope.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/img_6630.jpegFawn heading for milkHey, aren't you even going top say hello?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/img_6625.jpegFawn near Upper Applegate Lake in Southern Oregon.The fawn had crawled through the fence and was looking for mom.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/img_6622.jpegBlack tail fawn running for momI'm coming, Mom!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/img_6621.jpegyoung black tail deer fawn runninghttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/img_0584.jpegPatioThe sound we heard next to our bedroom window was this patio chair being moved by the bear. I'd set my ground squirrel trap earlier in the day and left some sunflower seeds behind.2020-06-14T17:13:33+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/06/03/sagrada-familia-gaudis-masterpiece-of-faith/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-02-at-3.20.53-pm-2.jpegColumns in Sagrada Familiahttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-02-at-3.21.25-pm-2.jpegSagrada Familia in BarcelonaThe front of Sagrada Familia reflects Antoni Gaudi's love of nature and is sometimes described as looking like a melting cake. My thoughts are a melting ice cream cake. The church is a work in progress. The four towers are the first of 14.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-02-at-3.26.20-pm.pngSagrada Familia view in BarcelonaI'll close to day with a final photo of Sagrada Familia.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-02-at-3.25.47-pm.pngCrucifix over altar at Sagrada FamiliaThe crucifix hanging above the altar serves as a symbol that brings Christians together form throughout the world but the Cathedral speaks to me of more than religious faith. It speaks to a faith in humanity that goes beyond religious creed, race, nationality, sex, or any of the other differences that tear us apart https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-02-at-3.25.24-pm.jpegPipe organ in Sagrada FamiliaI really like this photo by Peggy that combines the pipes of an organ with the stained glass windows. (Hoto by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-02-at-3.25.01-pm.jpegWall in Sagrada FamiliaEvery inch of the cathedral shows close attending to detail and creativity, like this wall.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-02-at-3.24.33-pm.jpegStained glass in Sagrada Familia in BarcelonaPhoto by Peggy Mekemson.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-02-at-3.24.11-pm.jpegMagnificent stained glass windows in Sagrada Familia.Photo by Peggy Mekemson.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-02-at-3.23.49-pm.jpegStained glass windows at Sagada Familiahttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/screen-shot-2020-06-02-at-3.23.29-pm.jpegStained glass windows in Sagrada Familia in BarcelonaStained glass windows adorn the great cathedrals of Europe and Sagrada Familia has its share of beauties as this photo and the following three show.2021-01-26T22:55:44+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/05/31/a-lizard-with-a-3rd-eye-floppy-gets-svelte-and-a-wren-talks-and-talks-nature-tales-continued/2020-06-05T21:31:51+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/05/26/a-fox-climbs-our-fence-a-coyote-trots-by-a-bumble-bee-bites-plants-and-other-tales-of-nature-part-1/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/img_6591.jpegMale wren flips his tailAnd the male drops by to visit with the typical wren tail flip. Soon he will be busy helping with feeding responsibilities.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/img_6587.jpegWren sitting on nestThe female pokes her head out to take a break from sitting on the eggs.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/img_6581-2.jpegRustic birdhouseHere's the new home.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/img_0548.jpegCrooked bird housePeggy put this unique bird hose on top of one of the 10 foots posts surrounding our garden. She though to it as a decoration...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/img_0546.jpegBumble bee on clover flowerhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/img_0545.jpegBumble bee harvesting pollen from cloverhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/img_6579.jpegGrey fox near Applegate Lake in Southern OregonThe fox plopped down in our driveway for a brief rest. I suspect he or she was on his way home after an early morning hunt. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/img_6577.jpegIMG_6577https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/img_6576.jpegA Very Pregnant FloppyLet's start with a very pregnant floppy. This is what she looked like last week when she was chomping down on some oak leaves. I'd meant to Cather her with a mouth full, but this deer is fast.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/img_6571.jpegYoung buckThe bucks hang out together at this time of the year. While the older fellow hung out beneath the madrone, the kid stopped for a drink of water in the bird bath. He also had a message... 2020-06-03T18:22:00+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/05/25/when-getting-lost-is-a-treat-venice-armchair-travel/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/screen-shot-2020-05-22-at-10.36.26-am-2.jpegOn being lost in VeniceThis photo provides a good example of our wandering off the main tourist routes of Venice without a clue where we were.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/screen-shot-2020-05-22-at-10.38.34-am.jpegVenice stairwayI am always intrigued by what I consider as invitations, such as this stairwell in Venice. It's saying "Come and climb up. See what's up here." Unfortunately, the locked iron fence said something else.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/screen-shot-2020-05-22-at-10.37.58-am.jpegVenice flower boxHere's my photo of another large flower box— without flowers. But the green was was dramatic.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/screen-shot-2020-05-22-at-10.37.35-am.jpegLarge flower box in VenicePeggy caught this photo of a large flower box. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/screen-shot-2020-05-22-at-10.36.51-am.jpegAsking for directions in VeniceOf course, you can always stop and ask for directions...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/screen-shot-2020-05-22-at-10.36.26-am.jpegWalking down a narrow pathway in VeniceThis photo provides a good example of our wandering off the main tourist routes of Venice without a clue where we were.2020-06-02T01:36:13+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/05/27/face-masks-during-the-plague-plus-window-shopping-venice-armchair-travel/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/screen-shot-2020-05-21-at-11.06.39-am.jpegSteam punk Venetian maskI'll conclude with modern mask featuring a steam punk theme. It made me think of Burning Man.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/screen-shot-2020-05-21-at-11.06.02-am.jpegScreen Shot 2020-05-21 at 11.06.02 AMhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/screen-shot-2020-05-21-at-11.05.33-am.jpegVenetian plague maskA modern day version with fingers on the mask.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/screen-shot-2020-05-21-at-11.04.44-am.jpegScreen Shot 2020-05-21 at 11.04.44 AMhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/screen-shot-2020-05-21-at-11.03.36-am.jpegDecorated glass butt in VeniceThis 440 euro butt sculpture challenged my imagination like the shoes above. I did find the glass beadwork fun, however.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/screen-shot-2020-05-21-at-11.02.22-am.jpegVenice Face Mask replica from the plagueVenice is known for the creative glass masks made there. Most stores in the tourist sections offer them for sale. 2020-09-11T22:11:35+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/05/29/where-the-gods-had-affairs-and-drank-too-much-pompeii-armchair-travel/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/screen-shot-2020-05-21-at-12.39.36-pm.jpegStatue of Apollo in Pompeii.I'll close today with this fun perspective by Peggy, Apollo seems to reach out and grasp one of the columns in his temple.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/screen-shot-2020-05-21-at-12.39.07-pm.jpegScreen Shot 2020-05-21 at 12.39.07 PMhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/screen-shot-2020-05-21-at-12.38.35-pm.jpegJupiter's TempleA final photo of Jupiter's Temple, which I liked because of the massive, almost brooding feel, it gave to the columns.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/screen-shot-2020-05-21-at-12.37.52-pm.jpegTemple of Jupiter in PompeiiI liked this view of the Temple of Jupiter in Pompeii with its stair-step columns. A massive earthquake had destroyed the temple in 62 AD. It was still being rebuilt in 79 AD when it was covered by volcanic rock from Mt. Vesuvius.2020-06-29T13:31:24+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/05/22/venices-storied-canals-gondolas-and-bridges-armchair-travel/2020-06-02T07:53:43+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/05/20/st-marks-square-walking-on-water-and-a-pork-barrel-saint-venice-armchair-travel/2020-05-23T03:24:49+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/05/18/40-years-ago-mt-st-helens-exploded-i-just-missed-it/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/mt.-st.-helens-erupting.jpegMt. St. Helens eruptingA photo of Mt. St. Helens erupting on display at the National Monument.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/mt.-st.-helens.jpegMt. St. Helens explosion form Smithsonian MagazineThis photo of Mt' St. Helens exploding included in the Smithsonian magazine was taken by a graduate student who had been camped near the mountain and was escaping when he took the picture.2020-05-24T01:39:19+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/05/17/eeyore-is-so-tired-of-wearing-his-face-mask-he-has-started-using-it-as-a-feed-bag/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/img_0488.jpegEeyore and Bone wearing coronavirus masksEeyore and Bone, both true patriots (and citizens of the world), prepare to ride across the country for a discussion with the President on how to cope with Covid. (Masks courtesy of Peggy Mekemson.) https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/img_9916.jpegLooking dangerous in a face maskhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/img_9824.jpegIMG_9824https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/img_0487.jpegEeyore wearing face maskEeyore demonstrates how to turn a face mask into a feed bag.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/img_0486.jpegIMG_0486https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/img_0181.jpegIMG_01812020-05-24T01:41:54+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/05/18/sinking-into-the-sea-a-crows-nest-view-of-venice-armchair-travel/2020-05-27T22:17:09+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/05/15/a-genuine-fake-watch-kusadasi-turkey-armchair-travel/2020-05-24T01:43:05+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/05/13/an-incredible-library-a-regal-cat-and-powerful-women-ephesus-armchair-travel/2020-05-20T21:41:12+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/05/11/help-let-me-out-keeping-sane-in-the-time-of-covid-19/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/img_9747-2.jpegGround squirrel getting out of jail freeThe last word. This ground squirrel was about to escape into the forest, but before he did, he looked up me and growled. If I interpreted what he said right, I think it was, "Come just a little closer so I can bite you.'"https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/img_0471.jpegQuilt for Tony LumpkinAnd quilts. Our son Tony sent us some of his favorite T-shirts for Peggy to turn into a quilt. She is making another one for our son-in-law Clay that features tractors and barns. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/img_9602.jpegCrater LakeIt feels like a thousand years ago when Peggy and I were at Crater Lake, our last adventure out. And yet, it was only March 20th. Like all of you, we are eager to hit the road again. But we will wait until it is relatively safe. To do otherwise will endanger our lives and that of others. Stay safe, an stay sane.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/img_0470.jpegBooks to read during Covid-19Both Peggy and I are avid readers. This is what I am working though in non-fiction. I always try to include science, history, current events, something for the soul, and a book on writing. My fiction is sci-fi and fantasy. I am totally about escapism, especially now. Peggy loves mysteries.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/img_9658.jpgMaking Marco Polos in the time of coronavirusPeggy is kept busy sending and receiving Marco Polos from our kids and grandkids.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/img_9930.jpegFreezing meat for the time of Covid-19And I make sure the freezer is full. This is a pork roast I cut in two I turned the first half into a rather tasty lima bean soup. The other half is waiting to be turned into pulled pork.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/img_0422.jpegOatmeal, cranberry cookiesPeggy bakes oatmeal-cranberry cookies. Healthy, right! Mu job is to test them right after they come out of the oven.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/img_0461.jpegCurt Mekemson's blogI blog. Sometimes it feels like a full time job! https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/img_6415.jpegCoronavirus mask ties Lots of them, enough to outfit us, our kids and grandkids, and her brother and sister. These are ties for the masks.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/img_0257.jpegMaking masks for coronavirusPeggy made masks, lots of them, enough to outfit us, our kids and grandkids, an her brother and sister.2020-05-24T01:50:12+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/05/08/this-guy-eats-rattlesnakes-and-other-facts-about-who-eats-whom-or-what/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/floppy.jpegFloppy"You blame us for everything!"https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/cougar-scat.jpegCougar scat found along the Mule Mountain Trail in Southern OregonThis was larger and chunkier, both suggest cougar. Once more, the fur suggests deer.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/scat-3.jpegScat 3The lower scat was about 7 inches in length and an inch and a quarter in width. The upper closer to 4 inches and 3/4s of an inch in width.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/kingsnake-3.jpegKingsnake found near the Mekemson house in Southern OregonWhere or where has his head gone? Possibly he was hiding it. I read that kingsnakes do this. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/kingsnake-2.jpegKingsnake found near Applegate Lake in Southern OregonThe Kingsnake stretched out to between 3 and 4 feet. They can grow up to six feet. Imagine it swallowing a 2-3 foot rattlesnake!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/kingsnake-1.jpegCalifornia Kingsnake in Rogue River-Siskiyou National ForestPeggy and I hiked up the mountain behind our house in search of cougars and bears and came upon this colorful California kingsnake.2020-05-13T16:36:28+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/05/06/kayaking-escape-armchair-travel-in-the-time-of-covid-19/2020-05-22T19:52:34+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/05/04/deer-antics-that-amuse-us-in-the-time-of-coronavirus-or-any-time/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/maginot-line-of-deer-barriers.jpegMaginot Line of deer barriersWe work hard to keep the deer away from our plants. One solution is planting things they don't like. The poppies I featured last week are an example. Our garden has a ten-foot high fence around it. And this is what I call the Maginot line of deer barriers. Peggy and I put these Gabon cages in several year ago. No deer has ever leapt over it. That is until...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/deer-fight-3.jpegDeer fight"Not so fast. I have bigger antlers. Now, be on your way!" Check out the body language!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/deer-fight-1.jpegDeer fight near Applegate Lake in Southern OregonI warned you. Now you pay.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/deer-fight-2.jpegDeer fightOkay, guys. Listen up. I am king here. As long as you remember that I eat first, we'll all get along just fine.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/woodpecker-tree.jpegWoodpecker treeAny idea who did this? You are looking at an acorn tree. And the bird that drilled these holes is an acorn woodpecker. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/woodpecker-2.jpegAcorn woodpecker in Southern OregonAcorn woodpeckers also like sunflowers! Check out the clown face on this one.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/woodpecker-1.jpegFemale acorn woodpeckerThe distinctive red top is definitive of the acorn woodpecker. This is a female.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/turkey-feathers-3.jpegTurkey feathers found near Applegate LakeAnd this feather make me think of my down sleeping bag!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/turkey-feathers-2.jpegTurkey feathersThese are turkey tail feathers...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/turkey-feathers-1.jpegTurkey feathers suggest wilderness feastAnd who else is on the menu out in the woods? These turkey feathers suggest a real feast.2020-05-10T00:06:29+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/05/01/from-elegant-cats-ear-to-hounds-tongue-10-southern-oregon-wild-flowers-plus-a-rose-bush/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/img_0325.jpegClose up of Oregon's pioneer roseA close-up to finish todays's post.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/img_0324.jpegOregon rose bushPeggy obtained the rose as a sprig and has grown it into the beauty it has become today. It has literally hundreds of blooms.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/img_0323.jpegPioneer Oregon rosebushAnd finally, I had to include our pioneering Oregon rosebush. Like my Oregonian ancestors the ancestors of this rosebush came across America in a covered wagon. Unlike my ancestors, it had been stuck into a potato to survive. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/hounds-tongue-4-1.jpegHound's tongue in the Rogue River-Siskiyou National ForestThe white center of the flower turns into prickly nutlets that may also stick to you.2020-05-19T02:16:22+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/04/29/pretty-poppy-posies-posing-a-walk-on-the-wild-side-part-2/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/img_6543.jpegPoppies spreading down a hill on the Mekemson propertyWhich is why the poppies are spreading down our hill! https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/img_0310-2.jpegCalifornia poppy seed podUntil they have reached this top of length. One of the flowers donated this pod is it could live forever on the internet. (Grin) It is absolutely packed full of seeds.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/img_0304-2.jpegCalifornia poppy leaves and budsThis provides a view of what the leaves and early buds look like.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/img_6539.jpegField of poppies along Applegate RiverWhen we moved into our house 10 years ago, what you are looking at was wall to wall star thistle. I pulled them out but they insisted on coming back. So we planted poppies. Nothing happened for several years and then three years ago poppies popped up. They have beeb spreading like coronavirus ever since.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/shooting-star-3.jpegShooting starAnother flower from my youth, the shooting star (Dodecatheon hendersonii), grows in profusion on our property and is one of the first flowers of spring. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/shooting-star-2.jpegShooting stars in the Rogue River Siskiyou National ForestAnd by profusion, I mean profusion!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/shooting-star-1.jpegShooting star 1https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/sheltons-violet-viola-sheltoni.jpegShelton's violet viola sheltoniMy immediate thought was violet, but the leaves seemed wrong. Violet it was, however, Shelton's violet (Viola sheltonii).https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/satin-flower-2.jpegSatin flower 2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/satin-flower-1.jpegsatin flower or widow grassPeggy and I were hinking up in the forest when she spotted this flower. It was new to us, and striking. Of its two common names, grass widow or satin flower, my favorite was the latter. It's scientific name is Olsynium douglasii. 2020-05-08T17:42:08+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/04/27/when-scary-trees-live-in-your-neighborhood-a-walk-on-the-wild-side-part-1/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/wolf.jpegWolf treeAnd here is where the wolf hangs out on the upper night. I'm sure we hear him howling on moonless nights.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/the-brain.jpegThe brainThe brain!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/slitherin-snake-2.jpegSlitherin snake 2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/slitherin-snake-1.jpegSlitherin snake 1I sensed the presence of Voldermort in this snake!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/img_0089.jpegElephant treeMaybe not so scary, but still... The elephant. Interesting eyebrow, or is that a cap.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/hobbit-tree-2.jpegHobbit tree with SmaugSmaug stares down at us from the Hobbit tree.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/hobbit-tree-1.jpegHobbit tree 1https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/graveyard-tree-1.jpegGraveyard tree 1An even better graveyard tree!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/gaping-hole.jpegGaping holeA gaping hole. It would take a brave (or foolish) person to stick his hand into it!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/evil-seal-2.jpegEvil seal 2Here a close up, complete with vacant eye socket and teeth filled mouth.2020-05-01T19:21:23+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/04/24/the-gargoyles-of-dubrovnik-and-a-saints-finger-armchair-travel/2020-04-28T22:25:32+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/04/20/exploring-the-streets-of-dubrovnik-armchair-travel/2020-04-28T22:26:22+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/04/17/a-birds-eye-view-of-dubrovnik-armchair-travel-in-the-time-of-covid-19/2020-05-15T16:41:39+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/04/15/for-glorious-walls-visit-dubrovnik-the-armchair-series-for-dreams-of-future-travel/2024-02-20T01:16:00+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/04/13/bunnies-bunnies-everywhere-on-the-day-after-easter/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/img_5711.jpegJack rabbit Easter BunnyThe bunny would need long legs and a streamlined body like these two jackrabbits that showed up in our back yard a few months ago.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/oc-2_edited-1.jpgWhite Easter BunnyIt's much nicer to sit around munching grassland sleeping in the sun.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/oc-1.jpgOC 1https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/oc-1-1.jpgOC 1 (1)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/img_7211.jpegBad bunny Easter BunnyHe would become a bad bunny. An no, no, no— you wouldn't want that.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/img_7209.jpgIMG_7209https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/img_7208.jpegYoung Easter BunnyShe stopped long enough to allow me to take her photo. Yes, it's true. Girl bunnies have an equal opportunity to grow up and become Easter Bunnies.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/img_7199.jpegFuture Easter BunnyA young bunny chows down on grass so he can grow up and be an Easter Bunny.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/img_7198.jpegIMG_7198https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/img_7195.jpegMany, many Easter BunniesEverywhere I looked in the yard I saw bunnies.2020-04-23T22:26:18+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/04/11/an-easter-tale-well-not-quite-hmmm-not-even-close/2020-04-17T21:18:28+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/04/08/athens-part-1-armchair-travel-in-the-time-of-coronavirus/2020-04-17T21:20:28+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/04/10/athens-part-2-armchair-travel-in-the-age-of-coronavirus/2020-04-17T20:56:51+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/04/06/on-sharing-your-writing-space-with-a-pregnant-deer/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/img_9797.jpegSun rooms make a great place for writinghttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/img_9701.jpegA stormy dayThe views are always great but a storm adds extra drama.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/img_9790.jpegBackporch of Mekemson house in Southern OregonOur back porch also comes with a writing chair. The window is the library window that provides my view of the backyard. The extra chair is for visitors.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/img_9777.jpegMekemson house view from bedroom windowThe view from the bed.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/img_9814.jpegUpper road on Mekemson propertyA view from the pole barn.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/img_9810.jpegWriting in a pole barn in the age of CoronavirusQuivera the van's home in the pole barn makes an excellent writing space. It is both protected and outside.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/img_9806.jpegIMG_9806https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/img_9803.jpegFloppy the Deer's teenagersHer two teenagers were hanging out in the grass 10-yards away. Floppy has been urging them to leave home lately. I saw one dashing down the hill yesterday with Floppy hot on its heels. This isn't cruelty; it's normal deer behavior. Floppy is about to have her fawn and the teenagers hanging around will give away its hiding spot to any number of predators.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/img_9801.jpegFloppy the deerI was walking up to my writing space under the pole barn when I ran into Floppy. "You are looking a little pregnant," I told her she gave me the look. "There is no such thing as a little pregnant she said."https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/img_9799.jpegWeber smoker on Mekemson property in Southern OregonMy next writing place is down the hill and sits on the edge of our canyon. The round object is my Weber smoker. 2020-04-10T23:11:55+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/04/04/observations-on-writing-eeyore-bone-and-a-woodpecker-during-the-time-of-covid-19/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/img_9832.jpegself-isolatingMe, self-isolating.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/img_9906-2.jpegLocal deer herd gathers on the Mekemson property in the Upper Applegate Valley.The deer really cooperated when I was working on this post. The whole herd showed up when they could get their photo on the blog. They are admittedly looking a bit scruffy. This is the time of the year when they shed their winter coats.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/img_9836.jpegBook quilt"Yay! Curt's turned the sign around. Now where's my list of 25 things I need to talk about."https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/img_9919.jpegEeyore seeking comfort in the time of Covid-19Eeeyore goes into a tizzy when the pandemic is mentioned. It's worse than misplacing his tail. Here I give him a little TLC. Or maybe he is giving me the TLC?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/img_9927.jpegBone wearing face mask in the Age of CoronavirusBone tries on the face mask he will wear during his 2020 journey around the US with Curt and Peggy in Quivera the RV.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/img_9925.jpegBone in his Bone CaveSuddenly, we hear a squeak from the book case. It's Bone, self-isolating in his Bone Cave, demanding that Peggy make him a face mask, too.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/img_9860-1.jpegPeggy Mekemson zips upI asked Peggy if I could take a photo of demonstrating the smile and the zip. She held up a book, Mission to Civilize. I think she was referring to her efforts to civilize me, a 30-year effort with little results to date. She has more time now. Should I be worried? Hmmmm.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/img_9911.jpegEeyore dons a face mask for Covid-19Eeyore dons a face mask for a trip to the grocery store. He's out of carrots, his favorite comfort food.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/photo-on-4-4-20-at-9.42-am-2.jpegCovid-19 mask doubling for Burning Man dust maskWhich led me to grab my Burning Man hat and shades. I'm ready for the Playa.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/photo-on-4-2-20-at-1.30-pm-2.jpegCovid-19 mask adapted for Burning ManSo I went and retired my Burning Man Hat. Voila— I give you Outlaw, my Burning Man name. :)2020-04-08T18:32:09+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/04/01/santorini-churches-armchair-travel/2020-04-08T18:50:00+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/03/30/mykonos-armchair-travel-in-the-time-of-coronavirus/2020-04-09T22:14:41+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/03/27/we-visited-crater-lake-national-park-last-week-just-before-it-closed/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/map-of-crater-lake.jpegNational Park map of Crater LakeThis National Park map provides and overview of the lake. Peggy and I were at Rim Village. The road around the lake is closed in winter and doesn't open again until sometime in the summer. Wizard Mountain is on the left. The sheer cliffs around the lake are obvious. The lake is 1978 feet deep at its deepest spot. It is 6.2 by 4.5 miles across.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/img_9638.jpegIMG_9638https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/img_9637.jpegPacific Crest Trail trailhead restrooms in March 2020Speaking of backpackers, the Pacific Crest Trail runs through the park. We didn't see any through hikers, which wasn't surprising. This is the restroom at the trailhead.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/img_9632.jpegPeggy Mekemson pointing out March 2020 depth of snow at Crater LakePeggy points out the depth of the snow.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/img_9628.jpegIMG_9628https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/img_9623.jpegIMG_9623https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/img_9622.jpegBuildings at Rim Village Crater Lake in March 2020This photo of two of the buildings at the Crater Lake Rim Village also provide a look at the depth of the snow.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/img_9621.jpegIMG_9621https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/img_9619.jpegWizard Island at Crater Lake rendered in black and white.I rendered this photo of Wizard Island in black and white.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/img_9614.jpegDog on leash at Crater Lake National ParkThis fellow apparently thought sniffing my shoe was more important than maintaining the 6 feet recommended to avoid coronavirus. "What are you thinking, guy?" I asked. "It's a girl," Peggy informed me. She's wearing pink." 2020-04-08T16:49:47+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/03/25/corfu-armchair-travel-in-the-time-of-coronavirus/2020-06-22T07:52:49+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/03/23/blogging-with-wordpress-in-the-age-of-coronavirus/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/img_9641.jpegYoung deer sipping ware from a bird bath and providing entertainment during the age of Coronavirushttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/img_9555.jpegGreat Blue Heron in Florence, OregonPeggy and I visited the town of Florence on the Oregon Coast for my birthday a short three weeks ago. We stayed at the Marina, as did this fellow. We checked each other out.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/img_9547.jpegGreat blue heron at the Marina in Florence, OregonPeggy and I visited Florence on the coast of Oregon three short weeks ago in now what seems like an age. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/img_0673.jpegButter fly on flowerAnd finally, I'll conclude with this butterfly hugging a flower, or so it seemed. Take care.2020-03-30T00:12:32+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/03/20/7000-year-old-rock-art-and-wile-e-coyote/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/img_5621.jpegIMG_5621https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/img_5480.jpegIMG_5480https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/img_5479.jpegIMG_5479https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/img_5437.jpegPetroglyphs from Canyon de ChellyAnother interesting collection of petroglyphs. Note the lighter one thahttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/img_5435.jpegIMG_5435https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/img_5424.jpegIMG_5424https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/img_5408.jpegTurkey petroglyphs from Canyon de ChellyHow about having your turkeys in a row?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/img_5407.jpegIMG_5407https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/img_5324.jpegPetroglyph at Canyon de Chelly of Navajo huntersHere we have a much more recent petroglyph form Canyon de Chelly showing Navajo Hunters in pursuit of a buck.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/img_5316.jpegIMG_53162020-03-24T17:41:46+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/03/13/the-three-rivers-petroglyph-site-beauty-and-mystery/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/thrre-rivers-view-15-3r-p.jpegThrre Rivers' view 15 3R Phttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/three-rivers-view-15.jpegThree Rivers' Petroglyph Site village areaThe stream flowing through the area shown by the cottonwoods was a village site.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/three-rivers-view-5.jpegMountains near Three Rivers' Petroglyph SiteAnother view of the surrounding area. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/three-rivers-scene-and-circle-p.jpegThree Rivers Petroglyph areaPeggy and I have often found petroglyphs located in beautiful areas and can't help but wonder if that wasn't a factor in deciding where to locate rock art. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/three-rivers-view-12.jpegBeauty of Three Rivers Petroglyph National Recreation AreaThis cottonwood decked out in fall colors was one of many views we had from the ridge where Peggy ann I wandered among the rocks searching for rock art at the Three Rivers Petroglyph Site in New Mexico.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/stick-figure-3r.jpegStick figure at Three Rivers PetroglyphPetroglyphs can range from being simple like this stick figure..https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/shaman-grouping.jpegRock cliffs at Three River's Petroglyph SitePart of the mystery for me is trying to figure out what I am looking at.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/roadrunner-live-3r-p.jpegRoadrunner at Three Rivers' National Petroglyph SiteAt first, Peggy and I couldn't identify this bird. Checking out the Sibley Guide to Birdsafterwards, we determined it was a roadrunner with it's crest down. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/octo-man-3r.jpegOcto-man at Three Rivers Petroglyph SiteWhile some petroglyphs are easily recognizable, like a road running going after a rattle snake, others' such as this human-like figure grafted on to what appears to be an octopus, are mind boggling. I call him Octoman.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/mountain-lion-rock.jpegMountain lion rock at Three Rivers' Petroglyph SiteA look at the rock the mountain lion was pecked into.2020-03-26T23:04:54+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/03/16/backyard-rock-art-petroglyph-national-monument-albuquerque-n-m/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/img_5849.jpegMask petroglyph at Petroglyph national MonumentBut a closer inspection showed Big Birds head was actually a face. And not a happy one. The line you see coming down from the right eye probably represents crying.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/img_6923.jpegSuburbs backing up to the Petroglyph National Monument in Albuquerque.This is a photo I took at the beginning of the escarpment. Suburbs literally back up to the National Monument. Albuquerque can be seen in the distance.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/img_6919.jpegPetroglyph National Monument EscarpmentYou might not believe it from this photo, but the Petroglyph National Monument backs up to Albuquerque, New Mexico. Petroglyphs are found along some 17 miles this volcanic escarpment.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/img_6903.jpegDog or coyote petroglyph at Petroglyph National MonumentYour basic dog or coyote?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/img_6900.jpegIMG_6900https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/img_6895.jpegKokopelli playing a duet at Petroglyph National MonumentIt appears to me that Kokopelli is playing a duet here under a full moon.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/img_6890.jpegLarge human-like petroglyph at Petroglyph National Monumenthttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/img_6888.jpegDog petroglyph at Petroglyph National MonumentDoggie? https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/img_6882.jpegKokopelli at Petroglyph National Monument near Albuquerque, N.M.Here is probably the most recognized character in Petroglyphs across the Southwest, Kokopelli and his seductive flute.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/img_6876.jpegIMG_68762020-03-24T15:34:04+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/03/18/stop-and-smell-the-flowers-part-1-along-the-pct/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/yellow-leafed-iris.jpegYellow leafed IrisYellow leafed iris.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/wild-hollyhock.jpgWild hollyhockWild Hollyhockhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/western-bleeding-heart-2.jpegWestern Bleeding Heart on the PCTClose up of western bleeding heart flower.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/western-bleeding-heart-1.jpegWestern Bleeding Heart 1Western bleeding heart.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/washington-lily.jpegWashington lily along the PCTClose up of Washington Lilyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/washington-lily-2.jpegWashington lily along the PCTWashington lily.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/wallflower.jpegWallflower along the PCTWallflowerhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/trillium.jpgTrilliumhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/siskiyou-lewisia.jpegSiskiyou lewisia along the PCTSiskiyou lewisiahttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/siskiyou-lewisia-2.jpegSiskiyou lewisia along the PCTSiskiyou lewisia2020-05-21T06:49:57+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/03/11/while-dead-men-tell-no-tales-dead-trees-do-the-wednesday-photo-essay/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/img_6536.jpegDancing tree along the PCTDance with me , honey!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/img_5919.jpgIMG_5919https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/img_1531.jpegTree with wind blown look along the PCTShow me what you got!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/img_1487.jpegIMG_1487https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/img_1418.jpegIMG_1418https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/img_1418-2.jpegBlack and white of dead tree along the PCTA black and white of the top of the 'ent' sculpture.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/img_1411.jpegDead tree sculpture along the PCTA closer look at the sculpturehttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/img_1409.jpegLord of the Rings Ent along the PCTAre you a fan of "Lord of the Rings?" This sculpture that also led my nephew Jan and I to take numerous photos struck me as an Ent in search of Ent wives. Or maybe he was tearing out rocks to bring throw down at Sauron.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/img_1400.jpegIMG_1400https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/img_1393.jpgIMG_13932020-03-24T15:46:33+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/02/03/clickety-clack-2-5000-miles-on-amtrak-the-joys-of-bunk-bed-sleeping/2020-03-09T14:14:54+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/02/17/the-devils-kitchen-at-bandon-whats-for-dinner/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/devils-kitchen-sign.jpegDevil's Kitchen signAnd found this sign.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/devis-churn.jpegDevi's Churn on Oregon CoastI didn't have a clue what I would find the old boy brewing up in the Devi's Kitchen in Bandon. But I was expecting something like the Devil's Churn which is found further north up the Oregon Coast.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_9398.jpegSunset on ocean near Bandon, Oregon.No longer fearing for my soul I hung out on the beach to see a final sunset before I left Bandon heading south. I'll be back.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_9389.jpegIMG_9389https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_9388.jpegTrees at Devil's Kitchen, Bandon Oregon.I walked back toward my van through the trees...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_9384.jpegIMG_9384https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_9383.jpegDriftwood at Devil's Kitchen near Bandon, OregonEven the driftwood took on a scary countenance. Look at the snout on this fellow. I didn't want to be around when the sun went down.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_9382.jpegIMG_9382https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_9380.jpegKelp at Devil's Kitchen near Bandon, OregonAnd finally the ultimate proof. Most people think of this as kelp, but actually, it is the Devil's whip!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_9379.jpegIMG_93792020-03-09T14:14:53+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/02/28/new-mexicos-ghost-ranch-and-georgia-okeeffe/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_6551.jpegView of Cerro Pedernal that Georgia O'Keeffe paintedI'll conclude my final post on Georgia O'Keeffe with one last photo of her 'mountain' Cerro Pedernal.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_6492.jpegMesa at Ghost Ranch photo by Curt Mekemsonhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_5697-1.jpegScenic view showing Ghost Ranchhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_5669-3-1.jpegChinle Formation on the way to Ghost RanchA close up. The Chinle Formation is what gives the Painted Desert it's colors and is also located in Petrified Forest National Park. It's also where the remains of Coelophysis are found.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/screen-shot-2020-02-26-at-7.26.37-am.pngO'Keeffe painting of Chinle Formation at Ghost RanchGeorgia O'Keeffe painting of a Chinle Formation at Ghost Ranch.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/screen-shot-2020-02-26-at-7.28.12-am.jpegScreen Shot 2020-02-26 at 7.28.12 AMhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/screen-shot-2020-02-25-at-6.45.20-am.jpegPainting by Georgia O'Keeffe ofOne of 20 some paintings O'Keeffe did of Cerro Pedernal.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/ndew-mexico-state-fossil.jpegNew Mexico State FossilThis rendition of the small dinosaur was shown on on the State fossil site.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_6576.jpegIMG_6576https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_6572.jpegMovie City Slicker cabin on Ghost RanchThis old cabin seemed perfect to represent the Old West Side of Ghost Ranch. Actually it was built for the movie" City Slickers."2020-03-09T14:14:53+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/03/09/a-bit-of-humor-among-the-rocks-the-petroglyphs-of-three-rivers/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/shaman-7-3r-p.jpegShaman 7 3R Phttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/shaman-2-3r-p.jpegShaman 2 3R Phttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/rabbit-plus-3r-p.jpegRabbit petroglyphIf you think your life is complicated...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/question-24-3r.jpegPetroglyph tail climbingI kid you not. And I certainly wouldn't pull your tail.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/question-15-3r.jpegQuestion 15 3Rhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/octopus-5-3r.jpegOctopus petroglyph at Three RiversThis may not be humorous but I thought it funny/odd that an octopus would make it's way into the New Mexico desert. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/humanlike-triangle-3r.jpegHumanlike triangle 3Rhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/humanlike-in-a-row-3r-p.jpegPetroglyph human-like characters sitting on a busI had to look twice here, and maybe even three times. These shamans have created an imaginary bus for their journey into the other world— and imaginary seats.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/humanlike-21-3r.jpegHumanlike 21 3Rhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/humanlike-13-3r-p.jpegPetroglyph with bad hair dayThis woman (or girl) is obviously having a bad hair day. I recognize that, Peggy says.2020-03-16T03:37:55+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/03/06/when-the-snake-in-the-grass-is-a-god-the-plumed-serpents-of-three-rivers/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/quetzalcoatl-2.pngQuetzalcoatlAnd another.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/snakes-climbing-rocks-3r.jpegPetroglyph snakes crawling down rocks at Three RiversIf one snake crawling down a rock is good, are two better?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/snake-climbs-rock-3r.jpegPetroglyph snake climbs rock at Three Rivers' petroglyph sitehttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/snake-climbs-down-rock-3r.jpegPetroglyph plumed serpent makes its way down a rockAnd here, a very long plumed serpent makes its way down a rock and is also checked out.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/snake-and-hands-3r-p.jpegSnake and hands 3R Phttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/snake-and-fingers-3r-p.jpegSnake and fingers 3R Phttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/snake-and-crook-3r.jpegSnake and crook at Three Rivers' petroglyph siteI conclude with one of my favorites.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/snake-after-eating-3r-p.jpegPetroglyph snake at Three Rivers' petroglyph site after eatingWe probably don't want to know what this snake had for lunch. Snakes eat their meals whole. In my youth, I watched several frogs consumed by water snakes and develop a substantial bulge in their bellies.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/snake-14-3r.jpegPlumed serpent outlined at Three Rivers' petroglyph siteI liked the way this plumed serpent had been outlined.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/snake-13-3r.jpegRattlesnake petroglyph crawls across rock in Three Rivers' petroglyph siteThis rattlesnake didn't let a crack in the rock slow hime down. He just slithered right through it.2020-03-09T22:17:42+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/03/04/sego-canyon-do-petroglyphs-get-any-stranger/2020-03-09T22:05:41+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/03/03/dinosaur-national-monument-petroglyphs/2020-03-16T03:28:01+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/03/02/the-eyes-stared-out-of-the-rocks-at-us-shamans-among-the-petroglyphs/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/datura-2.jpegDatura used by shamans as a mind enhancing drug to travel to other realmsBoth the flowers and the seeds located beneath and to the right of the flower were used by shamans to enable their journeys into other realms.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/shaman-snakeeyes-3r.jpegFace with snake eyes at Three Rivers' petroglyph siteA number of faces peaked into the rocks also seemed shaman-like to us. Note this guys snake eyes.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/shaman-journey-3r.jpegShaman journey at Three RiversI could be way off (and probably am), but I thought this petroglyph might represent a very extensive shaman journey.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/shaman-eyes-14-3r.jpegShaman eyes at Three Rivers petroglyph site in New MexicoWhat we assumed were shaman eyes made large by datura stared out at us from numerous rocks.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/shaman-eyes-13-3r.jpegShaman eyes 13 3Rhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/shaman-eyes-8-3r.jpegShaman eyes at Three Rivershttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/shaman-eyes-7-3r.jpegShaman eyes with datura dots at Three Rivers petroglyph siteNote the dots around the eyes in this photo. The literature on petroglyphs suggests that the dots may represent datura.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/shaman-eyes-5-3r.jpegShaman eyes 5 3Rhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/shaman-eyes-2-3r.jpegShaman eyes 2 3Rhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/shaman-eyes-1-3r-p.jpegShaman eyes made large by datura at Three Rivers petroglyph siteWhat we assumed were shaman eyes made large by datura stared out at us from numerous rocks. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)2020-03-06T23:40:56+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/02/26/when-elephant-seals-tell-jokes-the-wednesday-photo-essay/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_6202.jpgIMG_6202https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_6201did-i-tell-you-the-one....jpgIMG_6201Did I tell you the one...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_6201.jpgElephant seal passing on jokeBut who can resist passing on a good joke. Have you heard the one about an elephant seal, Christmas seal and basset hound walking into a bar? https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_6199.jpgElephant seals in a rowThe beach was a little crowded.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_6195.jpgElephant seal joke 3HA, HA, HA, HA!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_6194.jpgElephant seal joke 2Ha, ha, ha, ha.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_6193.jpgElephant seal joke 1Did you hear the one about the elephant seal, Christmas seal, and the basset hound walked into a bar.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_6191dirt-bath.jpgIMG_6191Dirt Bathhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_6191.jpgElephant seal taking full body bath with sandEspecially if it is a full body bath!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_6190.jpgIMG_61902020-03-07T00:54:29+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/02/24/georgia-okeeffe-on-my-mind-again-her-home-in-abiquiu/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/paintin-g-of-elk-horns-by-georgia-okeeffe.jpegPaintin g of elk horns by Georgia O'KeeffeO'Keeffe was known for her paintings of antlers she found out in the desert.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_6324.jpegIMG_6324Not so welcoming was this sculpture of a rattlesnake by Joe Spear on loan from the rattlesnake museum in Albuquerque. I really wanted to go to the museum but we ran out of time.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/screen-shot-2020-02-23-at-10.27.15-am.jpegPhoto by Maria Chabot of Georgia O'Keefe on motorcycleMaria Chabot was also a photographer who took many photos of O'Keeffe during her friendship with her. This is one of the most famous.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/ladder-by-georgia-okeeffe.jpegLadder by Georgia O'KeeffeIncluding the ladder which she loved to climb up to the roof. Here, It is reaching farther up to the moon. The mesa top below it is where Georgia's ashes are scattered.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_6398.jpegIMG_6398Bones and sea shells that Georgia O'Keeffe liked to collect and are found on display at her Abiquiu HomeShe also liked to collect rocks and sea shells. They are found throughout her house.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_6396.jpegView outward from Georgia O'Keeffe's home in AbiquiuA view outward from the entrance to Georgia O'Keeffe's home.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_6393.jpegPatio at Georgia O'Keeffe's house in Abiquiu, New MexicoEverything about Georgia O'Keefe's home in Abiquiu seems to reflect the artist. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_6392.jpegIMG_6392https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_6392-2.jpegIMG_6392 2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_6391.jpegDoor on Georgia O'Keefe's patio behind brushI took a photo of the other door along with one of the picturesque bushes going in the patio.2020-02-29T15:27:43+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/02/21/ice-carving-with-the-best-in-the-world-fairbanks-ak-2016/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_4981-1.jpegIce carving of fishThis was one of my favorites because of the detail.2020-02-28T18:43:02+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/02/19/a-train-trip-in-alaska-and-an-ice-carving-contest-the-wednesday-photo-essay-part-1/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_4977.jpgThailand team entry in 2016 World Ice Carving Championship in Fairbanks, Ak.And here is the finished sculpture.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_4972.jpgYoung girl with dandelion head at 2016 Ice Carving Championships in Fairbanks, Ak.I thought the young girl running with a dandelion head was fun. Did you blow on these as a kid to watch the seeds go flying off? More importantly, do you still?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_4951.jpgSelf-playing Base Fiddle at 2016 Ice Carving ChampionshipsIt turned out to be a self-playing base fiddle!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_4947.jpegApocalypse figure ice carving at 2016 World Championship Ice Carving ChampionshipHere's a figure you don't want to run into at night. Or anytime of the day.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_4945-1.jpegCat ice carving at World Champion Ice Carving Championships in 2016So, is it a cat? And what is with the chain?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_4941.jpegHold that tiger ice carvingHold that tiger!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_4929.jpgAlligator ice carving at 2016 World Ice Carving Championships in Fairbanks, Ak.Speaking of teeth, the tiger wasn't alone.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_4925.jpegEel captures jelly fish ice carvingAn unfortunate jellyfish has become dinner.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_4921.jpgHeart sculpture with a question mark at 2016 BP World Ice Carving Championships in Fairbanks, Ak.She loves me, she loves me not. Note the question may in the v=center of the heart.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_4920-1.jpegIMG_4920 (1)2020-02-28T17:35:52+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/02/14/i-promised-you-flowers-from-the-american-river-today-is-the-day/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/yellow-iris-3-copy.jpgYellow Iris 3 copyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/yellow-iris-1-copy.jpgYellow Iris 1 copyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/yellow-flower-7a.jpgYellow Flower 7ahttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/yellow-flower-5a.jpgYellow flowers on American River parkwayI am thinking evening primrose here, but I could be wrong.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/wp-pond-reflection.jpgWP Pond Reflectionhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/wild-grape-copy.jpgWild Grape growing along American River ParkwayThis little jewel is a wild grape.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/white-flower-1a.jpgWhite Flower 1ahttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/white-flower-1.jpgWhite Flower along American River ParkwayNot a clue here, but I like it's whirly petals. Any ideas?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/unknown-copy.jpgUnknown copyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/unknown-2.jpgGorgeous flower along American River ParkwayWhile I'm on clueless, here's another example. But wow!2020-02-19T05:35:12+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/02/12/the-wednesday-photo-essay-excuse-me-maam-but-do-you-know-there-is-no-dog-on-your-leash/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_9354.jpegSea stack bat lit by sun at Face Rock Beach in Bandon, OregonI'm thinking Hindu goddess, here. But it takes a stretch of the imagination.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_9164.jpegTufted puffin made from trashI was admiring this puffin when I heard about the missing dog.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_9351.jpegIMG_9351https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_9346.jpegWindblown dog on Face Rock beach in Bandon, OregonIn line with my theme, I close with this dog that ran across the beach in front of me. Remember when I mentioned the wind? The dog pretty much says it all!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_9345.jpegFace Rock in Bandon, OregonHere's a clue. BTW, I did a post on Bandon a couple of years ago, so some of these photos may be familiar.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_9343.jpegFace Rock beach in Bandon , OregonAfter checking out the elephants eye and the fat seals, I moved on to Far Rock. Can you spot it?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_9342.jpegIMG_9342https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_9335.jpegDrift wood on Face Rock beach in Bandon, OregonDoes driftwood get any more interesting than this?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_9328.jpegSea stacks at Face Rock Wayside in Bandon, OregonThere are many other impressive rocks on the beach at the Face Rock Wayside. You are free to name them whatever you want. Thought of these as mom and kids.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_9323.jpegLone sea stack at Face Rock beach in Bandon, OregonThe sea stacks, as they are called, were once part of a massive cliff stretching out into the ocean. The forces of erosion— wind, rain, sun, ice, and waves— had warn them away to their present status.2020-02-17T19:04:58+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/02/10/its-monday-and-where-in-the-heck-am-i-blogging-plans-for-2020/2020-02-21T21:34:37+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/02/07/clickety-clack-3-5000-miles-on-amtrak-meeting-strangers-is-on-the-menu/2020-02-17T15:37:56+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/02/05/photo-essay-wednesday-costa-rica/2020-02-12T22:36:41+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/01/28/clickety-clack-5000-miles-from-sacramento-to-washington-dc-on-amtrak-and-back/2020-02-25T01:53:46+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/01/21/when-large-furry-animals-with-long-claws-and-sharp-teeth-come-to-visit/2020-01-29T17:57:12+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2020/01/17/playing-hooky-and-enjoying-a-winter-wonderland/2020-01-29T17:49:59+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/12/08/charleston-oregon-and-the-marine-life-center-a-delight/2020-01-29T17:37:33+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/12/03/georgia-okeeffe-mable-luhan-and-the-taos-pueblo-okeeffe-country-part-ii/2022-10-31T21:40:01+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/11/22/the-rancho-de-taos-and-georgia-okeefe-part-1-of-okeefe-country/2024-09-17T16:18:37+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/11/15/the-bosque-del-apache-nwr-bird-haven-or-is-that-heaven/2020-01-29T17:20:57+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/11/12/the-hubble-trading-post-canyon-de-chelly-and-monument-valley/2020-01-14T23:51:15+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/10/31/the-painted-desert-a-canyon-of-the-ancients-rock-art-and-petrified-wood-the-southwest/2019-11-08T12:03:37+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/10/21/what-makes-the-canyon-grand-photos-by-peggy-mekemson/2019-11-05T15:07:08+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/10/13/holy-leaping-lizards-limping-laptops-lead-to-lapses/2019-11-05T15:01:41+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/09/29/virginia-city-nevada-where-silver-ruled-and-mark-twain-specialized-in-fake-news-the-highway-395-series/2019-11-04T03:42:36+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/09/16/timber-logging-our-backyard-a-shredded-hammock-and-other-recent-happenings/2019-10-03T15:10:10+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/09/09/the-ghostly-town-of-bodie-part-ii-the-highway-395-series/2019-09-17T16:31:58+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/09/01/the-ghostly-town-of-bodie-part-1-the-highway-395-series/2019-10-13T23:20:45+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/08/22/the-magnificent-tufa-towers-of-mono-lake-the-highway-395-series/2019-09-12T16:35:38+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/08/16/john-muirs-range-of-light-the-sierra-nevada-mountains/2019-09-12T16:36:42+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/08/12/manzanar-lest-we-forget-the-highway-395-series/2019-08-27T23:34:27+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/08/06/cowboys-aliens-and-thuggees-in-the-alabama-hills-the-highway-395-series/2019-08-27T23:37:44+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/07/25/the-alabama-hills-a-100-year-love-affair-with-hollywood-the-highway-395-series/2019-08-27T23:54:30+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/07/02/goodbye-my-brother-a-death-with-dignity/2019-07-02T22:53:02+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/05/15/when-death-camps-on-your-doorstep/2019-07-29T22:14:37+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/05/13/lucifer-guccifer-and-wordpress-a-detour/2019-07-29T21:35:32+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/05/10/just-a-boy-and-his-dog-my-11-years-at-burning-man/2019-07-29T21:39:39+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/05/04/the-magnificent-and-powerful-art-of-marco-cochrane-my-11-years-at-burning-man/2019-08-02T23:50:19+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/04/30/will-blm-requirements-destroy-burning-man-do-they-mean-to/2019-07-29T21:49:04+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/04/25/whats-in-your-home-weird-things-hang-out-here/2019-07-31T20:37:10+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/04/22/the-beauty-of-the-black-rock-desert-my-11-years-at-burning-man/2024-06-17T17:40:28+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/04/20/bunnies-bunnies-everywhere-hopping-around/2019-04-26T23:26:35+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/04/18/a-walk-through-black-rock-city-my-11-years-at-burning-man/2019-04-26T23:21:51+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/04/15/on-getting-lost-in-black-r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god mutant vehicleAnd here we have a Tiki God with images of Polynesia. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/the-thing-mutant-vehicle.jpgThe thing mutant vehicleWould it be humanly possible to cram one more thing onto this mutant ATV?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/the-thing-dog.jpgThe thing dogA close up showed a dog...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/the-thing-character.jpgThe thing characterAnd a strange kid.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/the-king-mutant-vehicle.jpgThe king mutant vehicleA king who reminded me a bit of Larry Harvey, the creative genius behind Burning Man who passed away last year.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/the-eye-mutant-vehicle.jpgThe eye mutant vehicleGiven all of the local, state and federal law enforcement agencies that show up at Burning Man, I could't help but wonder if Big Brother wasn't watching us. (not seriously, but...)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/the-eye-mutant-vehicle-2.jpgThe eye mutant vehicle 2An eyeball moving across the Playa was one of the most unique mutant vehicles I have seen.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/steampunk-mutant-vehicle-5.jpgSteampunk mutant vehicle 5A front view.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/steampunk-mutant-vehicle-3.jpgSteampunk mutant vehicle 3At night.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/steampunk-1-at-burning-man-dg.jpgSteampunk 1 at Burning Man DGMy friend Don Green captured another great example of steam punk. 2019-04-23T18:09:50+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/04/03/an-incredible-support-system-is-discovered-peggys-perspective-on-the-pct-adventure/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/fall-river-hotel.jpgFall River HotelThe Falls River Hotel where Curt got his Coconut Cream Pie.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/janine.jpgJeanineWe met Jeanine when we backpacked into Seiad. She had just hiked in fro Castle Crags. In addition to being a PCT hiker, she was a 'Trail Angel" providing support to hikers. Here, she makes Bone's acquaintance.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/tom-peggy-lita-curt-and-quivera.jpgTom, Peggy, Lita, Curt and QuiveraThe sign on the back of our van often led curious people to ask Peggy what the story was. These included through hikers as well as people in campgrounds and towns along the way. Here the tale is a bit different. The photo includes our friends Tom and Leta. Tom helped me create the first Sierra Trek in 1974 and we have been creating mischief ever since.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/tasha-ethan-cody-and-curt-at-squaw-valley.jpgTasha, Ethan, Cody and Curt at Squaw Valleyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/tasha-cody-peggy-and-bone-playing-cards.jpgTasha, Cody, Peggy and Bone playing cardshttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/tasha-on-backpack-trip.jpgTasha on Backpack tripWe had introduced Tasha to backpacking several years earlier. She's shown here just north of Yosemite on a trip we were on.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/picture-262.jpgPicture 262https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/peggys-hike-up-to-the-castle-crags.jpgPeggys hike up to the Castle CragsWhile waiting for Curt I hiked up the trail toward Castle Crags. It was one of several longer hikes I took. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/peggy-on-the-pct-three-sisters-wilderness.jpgPeggy on the PCT, Three Sisters WildernessHere I am on the PCT in the Three Sisters Wilderness of Oregon.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/peggy-and-sandra.jpgPeggy and Sandra2019-04-23T18:08:40+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/03/29/planning-for-the-unexpected-along-the-pct-peggys-perspective-part-ii/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/view-of-sonora-peak-from-sonora-pass.jpgView of Sonora Peak from Sonora PassSonora Peak as seen from Sonora Pass where I was waiting for Curt.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/sonora-peak-close-up.jpgSonora Peak close upI hiked up the trail for a couple of miles hoping I would meet him along the way. No luck.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/smoke-from-sonora-pass-fire.jpgSmoke from Sonora Pass fireMy worry about Curt being late increased substantially as smoke form a new fire filled the air.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/smoke-along-the-pct-in-2018-near-chester.jpgSmoke along the PCT in 2018 near ChesterCurt's extensive experience backpacking, didn't prepare him to deal with the smoke and fires along the PCT.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/pct-hiker-bone-resting-on-a-rock-at-sonoroa-pass.jpgPCT hiker Bone resting on a rock at Sonoroa PassBone wearing his Portland Blazer T-shirt with a small guitar attached to the back of his pack. Note how skinny Bone is, thus his trail name.2021-08-30T22:27:21+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/03/26/our-trek-along-the-pct-peggys-perspective-part-i/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/curt-waves-goodbye.jpgCurt waves goodbyeMy emotions were mixed as Curt turned to wave goodbye before heading up into the Marble Mountains. For one, I was proud of him, proud of both of us, for undertaking this fantastic adventure. On the other hand, this was the first section of the trail he was hiking by himself. So many things could go wrong out there. He was no longer the 20, 30, 40, 50, or even 60-year old of his earlier backpacking days. Would he come out of the mountains at the place and time he had planned? I smiled and waved goodbye.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/red-buttes.jpgRed ButtesA picture of the now snow-covered Red Buttes taken from our patio this morning.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/end-of-trail-greeting.jpgEnd of trail greetingAh, the things that love will do to you.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/resupply-for-the-pct.jpgResupply for the PCTA number 10 can of Mountain House freeze dried food. The back of our van was packed to the brim with resupply when we began the trip. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/quivera.jpgQuiveraWe used our 22-foot RV Quivera for back up. (Quivera was a mysterious Native American city that was supposedly full of treasure but was always moving around so no one could find it.) https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/you-want-me-to-hike-down-that-trail.jpgYou want me to hike down that trailHiking down a steep, narrow trail covered with loose rock to reach camp at the end of a long day was not my idea of a picnic, however! "You, want me to hike down there!?")https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/peggy-relaxing-along-the-pct.jpgPeggy relaxing along the PCTOf course there were occasional breaks. I couldn't resist this convenient chair.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/peggy-on-bridge-along-the-rogue-river-trail.jpgPeggy on bridge along the Rogue River TrailUsually, our backpacking adventures have us wading across fast flowing streams or balancing precariously on logs. The Rogue River Trail provided beautiful bridges. My kind of river crossing!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/peggy-mekesmon-along-the-rogue-river-trail.jpgPeggy Mekesmon along the Rogue River Trailhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/peggy-mekemson-relaxing-along-the-rogue-river-trail.jpgPeggy Mekemson relaxing along the Rogue River Trail2019-04-05T16:22:21+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/03/21/rabid-transit-never-was-haul-a-vast-vase-and-other-mutant-vehicles-11-years-of-burning-man/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/vase-2.jpgVase at Burning ManAnd here it is at night.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/vase-1.jpgVase 1https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/vace-4.jpgVase mutant vehicleIn twilight's glow.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/vace-3.jpgVoce mutant vehicle at Burning ManSettled into camp, this is what the vase looks like during the day time.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/vace-1.jpgVase vehicle at Burning ManAnd a final night time view.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/train-6.jpgTrain 6A side view...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/train-5.jpgCaboose mutant vehicle.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/train-4.jpgTrain mutant vehicleOne of the trains.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/train-3.jpgTrain 3https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/train-2.jpgBurning Man trainAnd another.2019-04-04T17:40:29+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/03/18/when-a-vehicle-mutates-11-years-of-burning-man/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/walter-1-dg.jpgWalter at Burning ManWalter, the giant VW van. I think they used an airport firetruck as its base.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/trucks-and-vans-mutant-vehicles-4.jpgTrucks and vans mutant vehicles 4https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/trucks-and-vans-mutant-vehicles-3.jpgTrucks and vans mutant vehicles 3https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/trucks-and-vans-mutant-vehicles-1.jpgTrucks and vans mutant vehicles 1https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/trucks-and-van-mutant-vehicles-2.jpgTrucks and van mutant vehicles 2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/mad-max-mutant-vehicle-12.jpgMad Max mutant vehicle 12https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/mad-max-mutant-vehicle-11-tl.jpgMad Max mutant vehicle 11 tlhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/mad-max-mutant-vehicle-10.jpgMad Max mutant vehicle 10https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/mad-max-mutant-vehicle-9-dg.jpgMad Max mutant vehicle 9 dghttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/mad-max-mutant-vehicle-8.jpgMad Max mutant vehicle 8This one was prepared for battle. It came with a missile and a coffin!2019-03-28T17:18:41+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/03/16/the-pct-is-wearing-a-different-coat-mt-ashland/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/winter-scene-at-mt-ashland.jpgWinter scene at Mt AshlandWind blown snow had coated the trees the night before.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/wind-built-snow-sculptures-at-mt-ashland.jpgWind built snow sculptures at Mt AshlandCreating some interesting snow sculptures.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/where-we-started-pct-on-mt-ashalnd.jpgWhere we started PCT on Mt AshalndPeggy and I had started our first segment of the PCT about a quarter mile down this road. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/trees-covered-with-snow-at-mt-ashland.jpgTrees covered with snow at Mt AshlandI started my trek down the PCT at Mt. Ashland this past summer. A few days ago, I revisited the area. It looks a bit different.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/tree-covered-with-wind-blown-snow-on-mt-ashland.jpgTree covered with wind blown snow on Mt Ashlandhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/tony-lumpkin-and-family-at-mt-ashland.jpgTony Lumpkin and family at Mt AshlandTony, Cammie and the boys prepared to hit the slopes.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/tony-and-cammie-lumkin-and-family.jpgTony and Cammie Lumkin and familyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/snow-covered-trees-on-mt-ashland.jpgSnow covered trees on Mt Ashlandhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/snow-covered-douglas-firs-at-mt-ashland.jpgSnow covered Douglas firs at Mt AshlandWind driven snow had coated the trees the night before.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/snow-angel-and-bigfoot-at-mt-ashland.jpgSnow Angel and Bigfoot at Mt AshlandGuess not.2019-04-04T17:09:25+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/03/14/mutants-from-the-deep-11-years-of-burning-man/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/toothy-fish-at-burning-man.jpgToothy fish at Burning ManAnother angler fish. This one seems to know what Burners want, a disco ball, and appears to have been successful at attracting dinner.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/streamlined-squid.jpgStreamlined squidI decided that this might be a streamlined squid, but I could be wrong. Land speed records, BTW, have been set on the Black Rock Desert.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/segmented-fish.jpgArticulated fishBig city people will be familiar with articulated busses. This is a Burning Man equivalent: an articulated fish.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/river-boat-at-burning-man-tl.jpgRiver boat at Burning Man TLhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/river-boat-at-burning-man-2-tl.jpgRiver boat at Burning Man 2 TLHow about a river boat plus mermaid? (Photo by Tom Lovering.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/pink-eyed-mutant-vehicle-fish-at-burning-man-dg.jpgPink eyed mutant vehicle fish at Burning Man DGhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/pink-eyed-fish.jpgPink eyed fishSmall teeth, perhaps, but a fancy pink eye.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/packed-bm-sailing-ship.jpgPacked BM sailing shiphttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/narwhal.jpgNarwhalDo you know what this is? It's a narwhal.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/kilroy-at-burning-man.jpgKilroy at Burning ManI'd go with Kilroy, here.2019-03-28T17:45:49+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/03/12/a-steampunk-horse-and-other-small-mutant-animals-11-years-of-burning-man/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/turtle-mutant-vehicle.jpgTurtle mutant vehiclehttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/turtle-mutant-vehicle-dg.jpgTurtle Mutant Vehicle DGI'm guessing that this mutant vehicle moves across the Playa slowly. (Photo by Don Green.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/steampunk-horse-mutant-vehicl.jpgSteampunk horse mutant vehiclSteampunk, the fantasy world where life and machines meld together, is fairly common at Burning Man for costumes, art, and mutant vehicles. This horse is one of the best examples.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/small-elephant-mutant-vehicle.jpgSmall elephant mutant vehiclehttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/silver-eyed-beetle-mutant-vehicle-dg.jpgSilver eyed beetle mutant vehicle DGBeing buggy means being buggy eyed...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/rabid-rabbit-mutant-vehicle.jpgRabid rabbit mutant vehicleTo this one that you would probably get a rabies shot if you encountered it.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/rabbit-mutant-vehicle.jpgRabbit mutant vehicleRabbits range from this friendly, furry fellow...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/purple-and-green-beetle-mutant-vehicle.jpgPurple and green beetle mutant vehicleRight?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/praying-mantis-mutant-vehicle.jpgPraying mantis mutant vehicleOne of the most impressive bugs to ever visit the Playa was this praying mantis.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/polar-bear-mutant-vehicle-tl.jpgPolar bear mutant vehicle TLNormally, one avoids polar bears. But a polar bear carrying a rose? (Photo by my friend Tom Lovering.)2019-03-14T19:16:40+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/03/09/fire-on-the-trail-hiking-down-the-pct/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/smoke-boiling-up-from-the-donnell-fire.jpgSmoke boiling up from the Donnell FireI'll conclude today with this shot of smoke boiling up from the Donnell Fire.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/view-of-sonora-pass-from-the-pct.jpgView of Sonora Pass from the PCTLooking down toward the Sora Pass, you can see a distant Highway 108. This is where Bone and I had encountered the high winds.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/looking-down-toward-the-sonora-pass-from-the-pct-1.jpgLooking down toward the Sonora Pass from the PCTAnother view.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/camilla-and-bastien.jpgCamilla and BastienPhoto of a happy Camilla and Bastien after eating peanut butter with a scone attached. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/white-cliff-peak-seen-from-the-pct.jpgWhite Cliff Peak seen from the PCTHiking down into the East Fork of the Carson River provided this view.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/view-of-carson-iceberg-wilderness-from-the-pct.jpgView of Carson-Iceberg Wilderness from the PCThttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/tree-near-boulder-mtn.-in-carson-iceberg-wilderness.jpgTree near Boulder Mtn. in Carson Iceberg Wildernesshttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/tree-in-carson-iceberg-wilderness-along-the-pct.jpgTree in Carson Iceberg Wilderness along the PCTAnd I took several photos.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/tree-bowl.jpgTree bowlhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/trail-work-along-the-pct-near-sonora-pass.jpgTrail work along the PCT near Sonora PassClimbing higher I cam across some extensive trail work. I have nothing but admiration for the trail crews that place these heavy rocks.2019-04-04T15:52:30+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/03/06/gargantuan-animal-mutants-11-years-of-burning-man/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/wild-thing-mutant-vehicle.jpgWild thing mutant vehicleBurning Man is where the Wild Things roam.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/warthog-2-mutant-vehicle.jpgWarthog 2 mutant vehicleYour friendly, local neighborhood warthog.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/warthog-1-mutant-vehicle.jpgWarthog 1 mutant vehicleAnd a side view. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/sheep-3-mutant-vehicle.jpgSheep 3 mutant vehicleThe massive beast wandered across the Playa at Burning Man, coming straight for me. I quickly got out of its way, but not before I snapped a photo. Wildlife photographers have to take chances!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/sheep-2-mutant-vehicle.jpgSheep 2 mutant vehicleThe gargantuan fellow I dodged looked even scarier from the side.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/sheep-1-mutant-vehicle.jpgSheep 1 mutant vehicleI caught up with it at night a few days later and discovered it had later eyes, which was even more disturbing. When I was processing photos for this post, however, I noted that the license plate on the front said Wool. The guy was a sheep. It changed my whole perspective. Who worries about sheep!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/rooster-mutant-vehicle-2.jpgRooster mutant vehicle 2Even more so at night.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/rooster-mutant-vehicle-1.jpgRooster mutant vehicle 1You could crow home about this fellow.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/rhino-2-mutant-vehicle.jpgRhino mutant vehicle at Burning ManMonday’s focus post will be on the wonderful, Weird, and often Whacky mutant vehicles at Burning Man.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/rhino-1-mutant-vehicle.jpgRhino 1 mutant vehicleHere it is out wandering across the Playa.2019-03-15T14:53:22+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/03/04/magnificent-mutant-dragons-11-years-of-burning-man-art/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/green-dragon-5_edited-1.jpgGreen dragon 5_edited-1The dragon prepares to depart as a Burner climbs on board. The bike provide passengers with an alternative form of transportation.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/smiling-dragon-2.jpgSmiling dragon 2Lest you get taken in by its smile, I would suggest that the weapon up on its back speaks to ill-intentions.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/smiling-dragon-1.jpgSmiling dragon 1Is this dragon smiling? I'd still be reluctant to get too near its mouth.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/skinny-neck-dragon.jpgSkinny neck dragonThis dragon was personality plus, although it was more sculpture than mutant vehicle.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/silver-dragon-2.jpgSilver dragon 2And what about this beauty with its bright colors and proud wings...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/silver-dragon-1.jpgSilver dragon 1A close up.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/scary-dragon-3.jpgScary dragon 3A full shot of the dragon. I would not like to meet it at night!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/scary-dragon-2.jpgScary dragon 2Here's another head shot.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/scary-dragon-1.jpgScary dragon 1I'm convinced that this dragon is one of the scariest at Burning Man.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/night-dragon-8.jpgNight dragon 8Whoa! Eyes that glow in the night.2019-03-22T03:46:30+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/02/27/the-grand-canyon-celebrating-100-years/2019-03-07T18:09:40+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/02/25/not-enough-snow-to-crow-about-but-its-still-beautiful/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/white-oak-douglas-firs-and-snow-on-applegate-river-oregon.jpgWhite oak, Douglas firs and snow on Applegate River, OregonThen I check out other views from our patio.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/snowfall-near-applegate-lake-in-southern-oregon.jpgSnowfall near Applegate Lake in Southern OregonAnother view from the patio with the sun peaking through.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/snow-on-white-oaks-and-ponderosa-pine-near-applegate-river.jpgSnow on white oaks and ponderosa pine, near Applegate RiverAnd I will close today with this one.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/snow-on-white-oak-branches-applegate-valley-oregon.jpgSnow on white oak branches, Applegate Valley, OregonAnd a snowy wonderland up close.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/snow-on-white-oak-branch-near-applegate-lake-oregon.jpgSnow on white oak branch, near Applegate Lake, OregonTwisting and turning white oak branches covered in snow always provide a photo op.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/snow-on-ponerosa-pine-needles-near-apple-gate-river-oregon.jpgSnow on ponerosa pine needles near Apple Gate River, OregonA closer look at a ponderosa with snow.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/snow-on-poderosa-pine-upper-applegate-river-oregon.jpgSnow on poderosa pine, Upper Applegate River, OregonThis is a ponderosa pine.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/snow-in-white-oaks-near-applegate-lake-oregon.jpgSnow in white oaks, near Applegate Lake, Oregonhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/snow-in-curt-melkemsons-backyard-oregon.jpgSnow in Curt Melkemson's backyard, OregonGroup shot!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/snow-and-sun-upper-applegate-river-oregon.jpgSnow and sun, Upper Applegate River, Oregon2019-03-07T18:03:31+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/02/22/the-2019-san-francisco-writers-conference-and-an-argument-for-self-publishing/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/mt.-shasta-in-february-2019.jpgMt. Shasta in February 2019It used to be that obtain an agent and a publisher was a lot like climbing this mountain: Really hard work but worth it when you reached the top. Maybe not so much anymore. (I took this photo of Mt. Shasta on my way home from the 2019 San Francisco Writer's Conference.2019-03-07T17:53:06+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/02/03/a-noble-lake-along-the-pct-heading-south-from-ebbetts-pass/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/view-of-mokelumne-wilderness-from-noble-lake.jpgView of Mokelumne Wilderness from Noble Lakehttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/view-of-mokelumne-wilderness-from-noble-lake-2.jpgView of Mokelumne Wilderness from Noble Lake 2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/sunset-view-from-noble-lake-near-ebbetts-pass.jpgSunset view from Noble Lake near Ebbetts PassLooking up from the lake, I caught this mountain glowing in the evening sun.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/roots-dog.jpgRoots doghttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/roots-along-the-pct-in-the-carson-iceberg-wilderness.jpgRoots along the PCT in the Carson Iceberg Wildernesshttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/old-elevation-sign-along-the-pct.jpgOld elevation sign along the PCTUp toward the pass, I was greeted by and old elevation sign. I think it told me I was at 9,980 something feet.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/noble-lake-on-the-pct.jpgNoble Lake on the PCTAn evening view of Noble Lake. The lake is located south of Ebbetts Pass.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/noble-lake-near-ebbets-pass.jpgNoble Lake near Ebbets PassI would have lingered, but Peggy would be waiting for me at Sonora Pass the next day, and I had miles to go. As I hiked up the early morning trail, I said goodbye to Noble Lake. Would I be back for my 80th birthday? (grin)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/morning-view-of-mokelumne-wilderness-from-noble-lake.jpgMorning view of Mokelumne Wilderness from Noble Lakehttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/morning-view-of-mokelumne-wilderness-from-noble-lake-5.jpgMorning view of Mokelumne Wilderness from Noble Lake 5I was treated to more views of the Mokelumne Wilderness the next morning. It's fun to think that I had been hiking through the area the previous day.2019-02-23T19:33:16+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/01/28/adios-puerto-vallarta/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/tv-sunset-7.jpgtv sunset 7https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/pv-sunset-17.jpgpv sunset 17We rarely missed an eying of sitting out on the beach with a glass o wine or beer in hand to watch the sunset over Banderas Bay.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/pv-sunset-16.jpgpv sunset 16https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/pv-sunset-14.jpgpv sunset 14https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/pv-sunset-13.jpgpv sunset 13Puerto Vallarta has always produced pretty sunsets when we have visited. Sometimes they have been spectacular.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/pv-sunset-12.jpgpv sunset 12https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/pv-sunset-11.jpgpv sunset 11Thank you Puerto Vallarta fro you many years of joy. We will return someday. It's a promise.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/pv-sunset-10.jpgpv sunset 10When clouds were around, the sunset would linger, often turning the clouds into almost unbelievable colors.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/pv-sunset-9.jpgpv sunset 9https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/pv-sunset-8.jpgpv sunset 8Our palapa, always provided a convenient viewing location.2019-02-03T17:53:00+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/01/24/across-a-national-scenic-byway-and-down-a-national-scenic-trail-the-pct-near-ebbetts-pass/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/wayne-chiang-and-his-family-1.jpgwayne chiang and his familyI caught up with Wayne Chiang and his family along with their friend, Bass Chong ,at Ebbetts Pass. Wayne is a legislator with the Republic of Taiwan. Bass works at Ebay. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/twisted-snag-in-mokelumen-wilderness-1.jpgtwisted snag in mokelumen wildernesshttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/tree-stump-near-ebbetts-pass-1.jpgtree stump near ebbetts passStump with personality.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/tree-roots-along-pct-near-ebbetts-pass-1.jpgtree roots along pct near ebbetts passTwisted roots!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/snags-on-the-trail-to-noble-lake-south-of-ebbetts-pass.jpgsnags on the trail to noble lake south of ebbetts passhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/sitting-snag-with-tail-along-the-pct-near-ebbetts-pass.jpgsitting snag with tail along the pct near ebbetts passThis fellow was fun. I've never seen a snag sitting down with its tail hanging out behind.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/self-heal-1.jpgself-healHave any aches and pains. Pioneers swore by the mint self-heal as being good for what ails you.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/self-heal-mint.jpgself heal minthttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/roots-along-pct-near-ebbetts-pass-1.jpgroots along pct near ebbetts passhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/path-through-aspen-1.jpgpath through aspen2019-02-01T00:21:21+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/01/22/north-to-oregon-from-las-vegas/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/coast-guard.jpgcoast guardI've been wearing my Coast Guard sweatshirt over the past month honoring my son who is now going into one month without pay. This is a man who has risked his life both as a helicopter pilot in Iraq and as a helicopter pilot saving lives and keeping dangerous drugs from entering America. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/miss-atomic-bomb-1957.jpgmiss atomic bomb 1957Miss Atomic Bomb 1957.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/back-of-good-luck-pig.jpgback of good luck pigBack of the pig.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/year-of-the-pig-venitian-hotel.jpgyear of the pig, venetian hotelIt's the Year of the Pig. As you might expect in Las Vegas, this one had a pile of cash in front of it. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/wynn-casino-las-vegas.jpgwynn casino las vegashttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/view-outside-of-las-vegas-on-nevada-95.jpgview outside of las vegas on nevada 95https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/trump-tower-under-dark-skies-in-las-vegas.jpgtrump tower under dark skies in las vegasOutshttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/still-with-beer-cap-at-tonapah-station.jpgstill with beer cap at tonapah stationhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/snowy-landscape-on-highway-44-in-nothern-ca.jpgsnowy landscape on highway 44 in nothern caIt was hard to believe that I had been backpacking down the PCT a few miles away from this photo a few months earlier through hundred degree F heat.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/snow-along-highwayy-44-in-northern-ca.jpgsnow along highwayy 44 in northern caNot of Susanville we caught up with the snow, which was mainly rain. The heavier snow had fallen the previous week.2019-01-26T04:13:09+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/01/19/a-ghost-mill-at-the-southern-entrance-to-death-valley/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/the-colorful-rocks-of-death-valley_edited-1.jpgthe colorful rocks of death valley_edited-1Check out this mountain as an example.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/southern-entrance-to-death-valley-1.jpgsouthern entrance to death valleyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/southern-entrance-to-death-valley-p12-1.jpgsouthern entrance to death valley p12Looking east from the southern entrance to Death Valley, Mt. dominates the view. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/southern-entrance-to-death-valley-p11-1.jpgsouthern entrance to death valley p11https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/southern-entrance-to-death-valley-p10.jpgsouthern entrance to death valley p10https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/southern-entrance-to-death-valley-p9.jpgsouthern entrance to death valley p9The road worked it's way around this rock. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/southern-entrance-to-death-valley-p8.jpgsouthern entrance to death valley p8https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/southern-entrance-to-death-valley-p7.jpgsouthern entrance to death valley p7Climbing up toward the pass into Death Valley provided views like this. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/southern-entrance-to-death-valley-p6.jpgsouthern entrance to death valley p6https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/southern-entrance-to-death-valley-p5.jpgsouthern entrance to death valley p5The Panamint Range can be seen in the distance. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)2019-02-23T20:55:30+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/01/17/the-20-mule-team-canyon-death-valley-interlude/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/20-mule-canyon-p6.jpg20 mule canyon p6This photo of the road suggests your team would be going right, then left, and then right— all at the same time. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/20-mule-canyon-p5.jpg20 mule canyon p5https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/20-mule-canyon-p4.jpg20 mule canyon p4Peggy captured this ridge, which is one of the dominant features of the drive. Two people, not show here, were making their way along the top.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/20-mule-canyon-p3.jpg20 mule canyon p3Two different types of rock are quite clear here. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/20-mule-canyon-p2.jpg20 mule canyon p2This photo provides another example. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/20-mule-canyon-p1.jpg20 mule canyon p1https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/20-mule-canyon-c12.jpg20 mule canyon c12https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/20-mule-canyon-c10.jpg20 mule canyon c10The golden rock cutting across the hill caught my attention.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/20-mule-canyon-c9.jpg20 mule canyon c9I took a similar photo and rendered it in black and white.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/20-mule-canyon-c8.jpg20 mule canyon c8This hill, which seems to stand alone, was actually the start of the ridge.2019-11-19T23:41:02+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/01/15/the-devils-golf-course-in-death-valley-an-interlude/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/peggy-mekemson-photograhing-the-devils-golf-course.jpgpeggy mekemson photograhing the devil's golf coursePeggy photographing the Devil's Golf Course provides a perspective on the size of the crystalline structures.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/deathe-valley-devils-golf-course-c6.jpgdeathe valley devil's golf course c6https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/death-valley-devils-golf-course-p6.jpgdeath valley devil's golf course p6Clouds, lit up by the overhead sun, outline the Panamint Range. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/death-valley-devils-golf-course-p5.jpgdeath valley devil's golf course p5A final photo by Peggy.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/death-valley-devils-golf-course-p4.jpgdeath valley devil's golf course p4Another perspective. This time looking west toward the Panamemint Range.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/death-valley-devils-golf-course-p3.jpgdeath valley devil's golf course p3https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/death-valley-devils-golf-course-p2.jpgdeath valley devil's golf course p2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/death-valley-devils-golf-course-c6.jpgdeath valley devil's golf course c6https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/death-valley-devils-golf-course-c5.jpgdeath valley devil's golf course c5https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/death-valley-devils-golf-course-c4.jpgdeath valley devil's golf course c42019-01-18T16:38:16+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/01/11/meet-the-not-so-subtle-rock-eater-puerto-vallartas-malecon/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/img_5641.jpgimg_5641A final view form the Malecon for this post. My next PV post will feature post-card pretty sunsets from the city as we say goodbye to the city.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/img_5644-1.jpgimg_5644https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/img_5644.jpgUnicorn on PV's MaleconTouching a unicorn is supposed to bring you good luck. But I suspect that you already knew that.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/pv-malecon-origin-and-destination-sculpture-6.jpgpv malecon origin and destination sculpture 6Its companion had a strange look as well.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/pv-malecon-origin-and-destination-sculpture-3-1.jpgpv malecon origin and destination sculpture 3Our toothy friend had an interesting look.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/pv-malecon-origin-and-destination-sculpture-1.jpgpv malecon origin and destination sculpture 1This 'whale' included in the Origins and Destination sculpture had a toothy grin.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/pv-malecon-nostalia-art-1.jpgpv malecon nostalia art 1And a front view with the Bay of Banderas forming a backdrop.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/pv-malecon-art-subtle-rock-eater-7.jpgpv malecon art, subtle rock eater 7And Senior Rock Eater looking just a bit scary.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/pv-malecon-origin-and-destination-sculpture-3.jpgpv malecon origin and destination sculpture 3https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/pv-malecon-nostalia-art-3.jpgpv malecon nostalia art 3This piece is titled Nostalgia.2019-01-21T23:07:31+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/01/08/a-limb-with-tusks-plus-more-impressive-rocks-and-trees-along-the-pct-near-ebbetts-pass/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/wood-sculpture-along-pct.jpgwood sculpture along pctI didn't spot the tusks on this tree limb until I checked out my photos— which speaks again to how photography can help you see.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/wayne-chiang-and-his-family.jpgwayne chiang and his familyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/views-along-pct-in-mokelumne-wilderness.jpgviews along pct in mokelumne wildernessAs might be expected from my last post on the PCT through the Mokelumne Wilderness, there was no end to magnificent rocks.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/twisted-snag-in-mokelumen-wilderness.jpgtwisted snag in mokelumen wildernesshttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/trees-and-peaks-along-pct-in-mokelumne-wilderness.jpgtrees and peaks along pct in mokelumne wildernessRounding a bend I came on a new view with a rock, juniper and dirt leading to a distant peak.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/tree-stump-near-ebbetts-pass.jpgtree stump near ebbetts passhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/tree-roots-along-pct-near-ebbetts-pass.jpgtree roots along pct near ebbetts passhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/tall-juniper-and-peak-on-pct-in-mokelumne-wilderness.jpgtall juniper and peak on pct in mokelumne wildernessWhile another photo featured one of the junipers standing out against the cliff.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/snag-and-mountains-pct-in-mokelumne-wilderness.jpgsnag and mountains, pct in mokelumne wildernessOne thing I was assured of was that the views would just keep coming.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/sharp-peaks-along-pct-near-ebbetts-pass.jpgsharp peaks along pct near ebbetts pass2019-01-18T16:32:00+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/01/04/imagination-plus-peyote-the-huichol-of-puerto-vallarta/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/moose-huichol-bead-work-pv.jpgmoose huichol bead work, pvThe moose is for the tourists, the designs found on the moose's antlers and body reflect the Huichol gods.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/huoichol-bead-art-chimp.jpghuoichol bead art, chimpAnother example of an animal unlikely to be encountered by the Huichol.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/huichol-jaguar.jpghuichol jaguarI am just as glad we didn't encounter a jaguar. They still roam the mountains surrounding Puerto Vallarta.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/huichol-day-of-the-dead.jpghuichol day of the deadThis Day of the Dead gal may be having a bad hair day. Or maybe she is a god. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/huichol-bead-horse.jpghuichol bead horseThe horse continues to be an important form of transportation for the Huichol, but with the coming of roads, trucks are becoming more common.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/huichol-bead-art-shaman.jpghuichol bead artThe shaman is a central figure in Huichol art. Capable of traveling between worlds with the aid of peyote, he brings important messages back to the members of his tribe.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/huichol-bead-art-in-puerto-vallarta.jpghuichol bead art in puerto vallartaNot quite sure what this animal is, I thought it was more dog-like than cat-like.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/huichol-art.jpghuichol artThe Huichol are quite familiar with the iguana...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/huichol-art-bull.jpghuichol art, bullCattle are raised by the Huichol, mainly for milk since meat isn't a part of their regular diet.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/huichol-art-red.jpghuichol art redString paintings reflecting the gods are also quite popular among the Huichol.2019-01-18T16:43:30+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2019/01/02/stunning-rocks-and-gorgeous-junipers-the-pct-through-the-mokelumne-wilderness/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Volcanic-rocks-above-Pennsylvania-Creek-on-PCT-in-Mokelumne-Wilderness.jpgVolcanic rocks above Pennsylvania Creek on PCT in Mokelumne WildernessThat night, I camped on the south side of Pennsylvania Creek. This was the view from my camp.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Volcanic-rock-along-PCT.jpgVolcanic rock along PCThttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Smokey-skys-anf-rocks-in-Mokelumne-Wilderness.jpgSmokey skys anf rocks in Mokelumne WildernessThe next morning, smoky skies and the sun provided a red cast to the view.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Rocks-above-Pennsylvania-Creek-on-PCT-in-Mokelumne-Wilderness.jpgRocks above Pennsylvania Creek on PCT in Mokelumne WildernessLater, at sunset, the whole ridge.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Rangers-buttons.jpgRangers buttonshttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/PCT-view-Mokelumne-Wilderness.jpgPCT view Mokelumne Wildernesshttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Looking-toward-the-Nipple-in-Mokelumne-Wilderness.jpgLooking toward the Nipple in Mokelumne Wildernesshttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Lone-juniper-in-Mokelumne-Wilderness.jpgLone juniper in Mokelumne WildernessFew trees have more personality than junipers. To find one nestled among dramatic rocks was a real treat for me.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Lone-Juniper-along-PCT-in-Mokelumne-Wilderness.jpgLone Juniper along PCT in Mokelumne Wildernesshttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Leaning-rock-Mokelumne-Wilderness.jpgLeaning rock Mokelumne WildernessAnother perspective.2019-01-21T23:07:00+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/12/31/happy-2019-said-with-flowers-from-the-pct/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Yellow-lupine.jpgYellow lupineA stunning yellow lupine.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Yellow-Lupin-copy.jpgYellow Lupin copyStunning yellow lupine.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Yarrow.jpgYarrowhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Wild-morning-glory.jpgWild morning gloryA wild morning glory.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Wild-iris.jpgWild irishttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Washington-Lilie.jpgWashington LilieAnd concluding with a Washington Lily.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Stonecrop.jpgStonecropStonecrop.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Scarlet-gilia.jpgScarlet giliaDramatic scarlet gilia.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Red-Rose-copy.jpgRed Rose along PCTThere are lots of wild roses growing along the PCT, but it is rare that you find one so rose-like. :)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Prickly-poppie.jpgPrickly poppiePrickly poppies, I think.2019-01-18T16:49:35+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/12/28/hiking-on-the-pct-at-75-carson-pass-to-sonora-pass-part-3/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Wild-thistle-Sierra-Nevada-Mountains.jpgWild thistle, Sierra Nevada MountainsAnther thistlehttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Thunderheads-in-Mokelumne-Wilderness.jpgThunderheads in Mokelumne WildernessAs evening approached, thunderheads suggested I might be in for a rip-roaringthunder and lightning storm. I put on my rainfly. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Smoke-filled-sky-on-lake-in-Mokelumne-Wilderness.jpgSmoke filled sky on lake in Mokelumne WildernessI would have much preferred that to what i got. I woke up in the middle of the night to the strong smell of smoke creeping into my tent. I climbed out to make sure that there were no flames about! As it turns out, smoke from the Redding fire to the north and the Yosemite fire to the south had caught up with me. Above is how my little lake looked in the morning.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Smoky-skies-in-Mokelumne-Wilderness-summer-2018.jpgSmoky skies in Mokelumne Wilderness, summer 2018And as I hiked down the trail through the Mokelumne Wilderness.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Sierra-thistle-before-it-blooms-in-Mokelumne-Wilderness.jpgSierra thistle before it blooms in Mokelumne WildernessThistles are often viewed as invasive weeds, something to be chopped down or poisoned out. But it is really hard to think of the Sierra thistle as anything other than a beautiful wildflower. This fellow is about to burst into color.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Smoke-filled-skies-limit-view-of-cliffs-in-Mokelumne-Wilderness.jpgSmoke filled skies limit view of cliffs in Mokelumne WildernessAnd up I went, through the still smokey air. My 75 year-old lungs were not happy.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Side-view-of-thistle-in-Mokelumne-Wilderness.jpgSide view of thistle in Mokelumne WildernessI caught this Sierra thistle in full bloom.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Rocks-grass-and-reflection-in-Mokelumne-Wilderness.jpgRocks, grass and reflection in Mokelumne WildernessWhen I backpack by myself, as I was on this section of the trail, I try to find secluded campsites. To me, it is much more of a wilderness experience. I lucked out with this little no-name lake. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Reflections-small-lake-Mokelumne-Wilderness.jpgReflections, small lake Mokelumne WildernessThe lake provided some great reflection shots, capturing the surrounding forest. They ranged from this impressionistic view...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Reflections-in-small-Sierra-Nevada-Lake.jpgReflections in small Sierra Nevada LakeTo clearer views.2019-01-02T00:32:29+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/12/24/who-ate-the-gingerbread-house-good-doggy-bad-doggy/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Ethans-Reindeer-house.jpgEthan's Reindeer houseEthan's Reindeer house...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Codys-robot-house.jpgCody's robot houseCody's Robot house...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Lexi.jpgLexiOr, "How could you even think I might eat the Ginger Bread house, Lexi?"https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Tree-web-of-lights-at-Carowinds.jpgTree web of lights at Carowindshttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Tree-decorations-at-Busch-Gardens.jpgTree decorations at Busch GardensBoth parks featured decorated trees. This is at Busch Gardens.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Snowflakes-at-Carowinds.jpgSnowflakes at Carowindshttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Santa-at-Carowinds.jpgSanta at Carowindshttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Reindeer-at-Carowinds.jpgReindeer at CarowindsOne of his eight reindeer!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Santa-and-reindeer-at-Carowinds.jpgSanta and reindeer at CarowindsSanta dashing away on top of one of the rides at Carowinds.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Reflection-shot-with-ride-rails-at-Carowinds.jpgReflection shot with ride rails at Carowinds2018-12-31T06:23:24+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/12/21/four-days-to-christmas-its-a-zoo-out-there/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Vegetarian_edited-1.jpgVegetarian_edited-1It's hard to shop when everyone is bigger that you...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Kitty-8.jpgKitty 8Sigh...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Vegetarian.jpgVegetarianIt's hard to shop when everyone is bigger than you...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Turtles-1.jpgTurtles 1Just when you think you've found the perfect spot, some one drives in an grabs it! And you even had your left turn signal on.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Trunk-3.jpgTrunk 3https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Trunk-2.jpgTrunk 2So you blow your horn and say non-christmas-like things.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Trunk-1.jpgTrunk 1But eventually you are finished. The question now is will it all fit in your trunk?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Stripes.jpgStripeshttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Stripes-2.jpgStripes 2By eating zebras. Lots of them.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Plunging-in.jpgPlunging inThe whole experience makes you just want to bury your head and forget it all.2019-01-04T04:16:35+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/12/19/oh-no-not-another-christmas-photo/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/You-looking-at-me.jpgYou looking at mehttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Photogenic.jpgPhotogenicLike father like son, they always say.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Mom-and-child-gorilla.jpgMom and child gorillaBut finally, I find some real Christmas spirit. Sharing.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Meal-time-for-a-gorilla.jpgMeal time for a gorillahttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Look-this-way.jpgLook this wayhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Grandpa.jpgGrandpaAnd then there was Grandpa, doing everything he could to avoid having his photo taken!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Gorrila-eating-lettuce.jpgGorrila eating lettuceBut back to the lettuce.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Gorilla-stuffs-self-with-lettuce.jpgGorilla stuffs self with lettuceI'm not sure. Maybe stuffing yourself is a sign of good manners, like you really like the food.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Feasting-gorilla.jpgFeasting gorillaLike what are you supposed to do when your plate is crammed high with food?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Family-portrait.jpgFamily portraitAnd here's dad, giving me the look.2018-12-27T23:06:20+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/12/17/there-be-monsters-out-there-puerto-vallartas-malecon/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/PV-Malecon-art-roundabout-telegraph-eye-copy-1.jpgPV Malecon art, roundabout telegraph eye copyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/PV-Malecon-art-roundabout-telegraph-eye-copy_edited-1.jpgPV Malecon art, roundabout telegraph eye copy_edited-1https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/PV-Malecon-art-roundabout-Octopus-11-copy.jpgPV Malecon art, roundabout Octopus 11 copyWith a palm frond backdrop.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/PV-Malecon-art-roundabout-Octopus-8-copy.jpgPV Malecon art, roundabout Octopus 8 copyTake this octopus, for example. It hangs up in the air on a high pedestal and stares down passing folks. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/PV-Malecon-art-roundabout-Octopus-9-copy.jpgPV Malecon art, roundabout Octopus 9 copyHere I am at night providing perspective. Peggy took this photo with our iPhone.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/PV-Malecon-art-roundabout-Octopus-6-copy.jpgPV Malecon art, roundabout Octopus 6 copyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/PV-Malecon-art-roundabout-Octopus-5-copy.jpgPV Malecon art, roundabout Octopus 5 copyAnd finally at night with out iPhone (having lost my camera).https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/PV-Malecon-art-roundabout-Octopus-2-copy.jpgPV Malecon art, roundabout Octopus 2 copyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/PV-Malecon-art-roundabout-Octopus-4-copy.jpgPV Malecon art, roundabout Octopus 4 copyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/PV-Malecon-art-roundabout-Octopus-1-copy.jpgPV Malecon art, roundabout Octopus 1 copyThe octopus on its pedestal.2019-01-18T16:50:54+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/12/14/hob-nobbing-on-the-pct-in-the-mokelumne-wilderness/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/hobbs-backpack-on-the-pct.jpgHobb's backpack on the PCTHob's backpack looking a bit threadbare.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/yellow-monkey-flowers.jpgYellow monkey flowersAnd monkey flowers. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/the-nipple-seen-from-the-pct-in-mokelumne-wilderness.jpgThe Nipple seen from the PCT in Mokelumne WildernessI also had a view of this Mokelumne Wilderness landmark that has been known form the days of the early pioneers up to today as the Nipple.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/snag-on-pct-in-mokelumen-wilderness-points-toward-nipple.jpgSnag on PCT in Mokelumen Wilderness points toward NippleThat pointed the way.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/snag-along-pct-in-mokelumne-wilderness-along-pct.jpgSnag along PCT in Mokelumne Wilderness along PCTI found a snag...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/small-pond-along-pct-in-mokelumne-wilderness.jpgSmall pond along PCT in Mokelumne WildernessNot much farther along, I cam on this small lake that demanded another 15 minutes of my time. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/silhouettes-of-hemlocks-on-pct-in-mokelumne-wilderness.jpgSilhouettes of Hemlocks on PCT in Mokelumne WildernessI'll close today's post with this shot of hemlock trees silhouetted against the sky. You can tell that they are hemlocks by the way their tops are bent.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/rock-fringe-in-mokelumne-wilderness-along-pct.jpgRock fringe in Mokelumne Wilderness along PCTRock fringe.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/ripe-elderberries-along-the-pct.jpgRipe elderberries along the PCTRed elderberries...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/pacific-crest-trail-above-blue-lakes-in-the-mokelumne-wilderness.jpgPacific Crest Trail above Blue Lakes in the Mokelumne WildernessIt headed up a mountain.2018-12-27T16:20:42+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/12/12/the-day-of-the-dead-ladies-of-puerto-vallarta/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/smiley-day-of-the-dead-woman.jpgSmiley Day of the Dead womanhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/shall-we-dance-day-of-the-daed-woman.jpgShall we dance Day of the Daed WomanObviously, clothing is important, and you can do so much more with hats!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/pretty-day-of-dead-woman.jpgPretty Day of Dead womanAnd certainly this woman is well-dressed.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/pig-tailed-huichol-beauty.jpgPig tailed Huichol BeautySmaller sculptures are found in the shops, often representing Huichol art.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/mosaic-skull-in-puerto-vallarta.jpgMosaic Skull in Puerto Vallartahttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/long-necked-day-of-the-dead-girl.jpgLong necked Day of the Dead girlRemember the Red Hat Ladies. How about a long necked Red Hat Lady?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/huichol-day-of-the-dead-head.jpgHuichol Day of the Dead headI conclude with this fellow. Just possibly, he had imbibed a little too much Huichol peyote!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/day-of-the-dead-woman-monkeying-around.jpgDay of the Dead woman monkeying aroundHere's a lady monkeying around.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/day-of-the-dead-woman-in-green-with-flower-boobs.jpgDay of the Dead Woman in green with flower boobsCertainly this hat lit up the lady.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/day-of-the-dead-tiles.jpgDay of the Dead tilesYou could have your kitchen decorated with Day of the Dead tiles.2018-12-21T13:25:03+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/12/10/the-corsica-galeria-de-art-the-galerie-des-artistes-and-the-cafe-des-artistes-puerto-vallarta/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/mexican-chihuahuas.jpgMexican ChihuahuasI was reminded of these two cuties we found on Isla Cuale a few years ago. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/galerie-des-artistes.jpgGalerie des Artisteshttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/galerie-des-artistes-11.jpgGalerie des Artistes 11https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/galerie-des-artistes-10.jpgGalerie des Artistes 10I felt that this was probably Pan with a very long horn. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/galerie-des-artistes-8.jpgGalerie des Artistes 8More eyes staring at me.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/galerie-des-artistes-7.jpgGalerie des Artistes 7Alligator on a unicycle?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/galerie-des-artistes-6.jpgGalerie des Artistes 6One artist used hot air balloons to connect his paintings.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/galerie-des-artistes-5.jpgGalerie des Artistes 5This giraffe are out of and/or morphed into a city.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/galerie-des-artistes-4.jpgGalerie des Artistes 4Mixed medium skull. I'm starting to think Day of the Dead. (Next post)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/galerie-des-artistes-3.jpgGalerie des Artistes 3And finally, i was quite taken with this collage of images.2018-12-27T16:15:30+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/11/02/growl-mmmm-me-like-carpenter-ants-bears-along-the-pct-in-mt-lassen-national-park/2018-12-08T23:41:13+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/12/08/into-the-mokelumne-wilderness-south-from-carson-pass-on-the-pct/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/smoke-from-te-carr-fire.jpgSmoke from the Carr FireThe massive Carr Fire near Redding sent fire tornadoes shooting into the air, reduced visibility to close to zero, and filled the air with choking smoke for hundreds of square miles. This was the view I faced on the PCT near Chester, California.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/wood-sculpture-in-mokelumne-wilderness-along-pct.jpgWood sculpture in Mokelumne Wilderness along PCTI almost tripped over this wood sculpture.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/wood-sculpture-2-mokelumne-wilderness.jpgWood sculpture 2 Mokelumne Wildernesshttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/triple-crown-through-hiker.jpgtriple crown through hikerI was looking for the perfect camp location (I am always looking for the perfect location), and I noticed another man putting up a tent nearby.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/triple-crown-through-hiker-1.jpgTriple Crown through hiker 1I will also introduce you to a 65-year-old trekker who has hiked the PCT, the Appalachian trail, and the Continental Dived Trail, giving him the right to wear a Triple Crown patch.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/tree-roots-on-pct-in-mokelumne-wilderness-on-pct.jpgTree roots on PCT in Mokelumne Wilderness on PCTIn yellow...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/tree-roots-2.jpgTree roots 2And in strange.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/tree-along-pct-in-mokelumne-wilderness.jpgTree along PCT in Mokelumne WildernessI found this half dead tree dramatic.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/smoke-from-forest-fires-blankets-the-mokelumne-wilderness-in-2018.jpgSmoke from forest fires blankets the Mokelumne Wilderness in 2018https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/roots-along-pct-in-mokelumne-wilderness.jpgRoots along PCT in Mokelumne WildernessBeing a sucker for roots and wood sculptures, this was the first photo I took along the trail. I hit the wrong button and my camera took several more photos, rendering each one differently. Normally, I like to stick with realistic portrayals, but I was amused with the results...2018-12-13T15:51:20+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/12/06/the-chalk-art-and-murals-of-puerto-vallarta-2018/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/young-woman-mural-in-pv-mexico-featuring-huichol-art.jpgYoung woman mural in PV Mexico featuring Huichol artThis was an old favorite...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/womans-bathroom-mural-in-puerto-vallart-2018.jpgWoman's bathroom mural in Puerto Vallart 2018A closer look.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/woman-in-water-mural-puerto-vallarta-2018.jpgWoman in water mural, Puerto Vallarta 2018Shaman woman rising out of a lake, possibly working a little magic on you.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/puerto-vallarta-mural-art-renedered-in-black-and-white-young-woman.jpgPV Mexico mural rendered in black and whiteI decided it would be fun to render the mural in black and white. I liked the results.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/palm-tree-mural-art-in-puerto-vallarta-2018.jpgPalm tree mural art in Puerto Vallarta 2018This one reminded me of the popular books where you fill in the colors.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/mural-in-pv-2018-with-woman-holding-fawn.jpgMural in PV 2018 with woman holding fawnI'll conclude today with this native woman who is holding a fawn.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/mural-art-in-puerto-vallarta-2018-woman-wearing-animal-mask.jpgMural art in Puerto Vallarta 2018, woman wearing animal maskA woman/shaman with a coyote mask?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/madonnari-festival-puerto-vallata-2018.jpgMadonnari Festival, Puerto Vallata 2018https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/madonnari-chalk-art-festival-pv-2018-maiden.jpgMadonnari Chalk Art Festival, PV 2018 maidenI liked the colorful flowers this young woman wore.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/jaguar-mural-in-puerto-vallarta-2018.jpgJaguar mural in Puerto Vallarta 2018Nice kitty!2018-12-21T13:19:26+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/12/04/a-wonderful-whacky-pelican-puerto-vallarta/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/young-pelican-swimming-in-the-rio-cuale-pv-mexico.jpgYoung pelican swimming in the Rio Cuale, PV MexicoHere is the young brown pelican behaving more or less like I am used to seeing brown pelicans behave.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/young-pelican-scaring-up-fish-on-the-rio-cuale-in-puerto-vallarta.jpgYoung pelican scaring up fish on the Rio Cuale in Puerto VallartaI've spent a lot of time watching and photographing pelicans. Their committee-put-together look makes them a favorite of mine. But I have never seen one do this. It delighted me.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/young-pelican-on-the-river-cuale-pv-mexico.jpgYoung pelican on the River Cuale, PV MexicoAnd a final shot of our young friend. We speculated that maybe it was a little young for the normal brown pelican approach to fishing.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/the-eye-of-the-iguana-puerto-vallarta.jpgThe Eye of the Iguana, Puerto VallartaI looked him in the eye, wondering what a lady iguana would see in him. I call this photo The Eye of the Iguana after the Richard Burton, Ava Gardner, Deborah Kerr movie The Night of the Iguana. The movie, directed by John Huston, was filmed in Puerto Vallarta giving then small fishing village a kickstart to becoming a mega-tourist attraction.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/the-claws-and-scales-of-an-iguana-pv-mexico.jpgThe claws and scales of an Iguana, PV MexicoHis claws appeared a bit on the scary side. I, for one, wouldn't want to get on his bad side.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/regal-looking-iguana-in-puerto-vallarta.jpgRegal looking iguana in Puerto Vallartahttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/pelican-trolls-for-fish-on-the-rio-quale-pv-mexico.jpgPelican trolls for fish on the Rio Quale, PV Mexicohttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/pelican-stirs-up-water-on-the-rio-cuale-in-puerto-vallarta.jpgPelican stirs up water on the Rio Cuale in Puerto VallartaHere it is again, apparently trying to scare up another fish. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/pelican-preening-feathers-on-rio-cuale-in-pv-mexico.jpgPelican preening feathers on Rio Cuale in PV MexicoIts action here is clear. It's preening. The pelican and other water fowl have an oil gland near their tail that they use for oiling their body to make feathers more waterproof.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/pelican-on-the-rio-cuale-pv-mexico.jpgPelican on the Rio Cuale, PV Mexico2018-12-21T13:15:44+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/12/02/a-beautiful-lake-fires-and-trees-the-pct-though-mt-lassen-national-park/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/warner-valley-from-pct-in-lassen-national-park.jpgWarner Valley from PCT in Lassen National Parkhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/walkway-over-swampy-area-on-pct-in-lassen-national-park.jpgWalkway over swampy area on PCT in Lassen National ParkYou know you are in a National or State Park when walkways are built across swampy areas.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/tree-fungus.jpgTree fungusI found this fungus growing on a sawed log interesting.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/tree-fungus-close-up.jpgTree fungus close-upWhat the fungus looked like up close.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/thunderhead-near-lassen-national-park.jpgThunderhead near Lassen National ParkA closer look at the thunderhead.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/thunderhead-and-snag-near-lassen-national-park.jpgThunderhead and snag near Lassen National ParkA snag and a thunderhead.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/threatening-thunder-storm-in-lassen-national-park-along-pct.jpgThreatening thunder storm in Lassen National Park along PCTI found this scene beautiful in a threatening sort of way. Dark thunder clouds hover above drought killed trees. Thunder was rolling across the sky and lightning was striking a nearby mountain. I counted, 1001, 1002...Reaching 1007 means the mountain is a mile away. Once I only made its through 1002. There is good reason to fear being hit by lightning. There is even more reason to fear that it may cause a fire.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/sunrise-on-lower-twin-lake-along-pct-in-lassen-national-park.jpgSunrise on Lower Twin Lake along PCT in Lassen National ParkThe sun comes up. Note the mist rising off the lake where the sun was hitting it. I felt it was magical.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/sugarpine-cones.jpgSugarpine conesThe king of pinecones from the sugar pine. Some of these giants were approaching 20 inches in length. You don't want to be standing under a sugar pine when a squirrel is harvesting its cones! Pine nuts from a sugar pine are delicious, however, and easily cracked. Ask the squirrel.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/sugar-pine-tree.jpgSugar Pine treeSugar pines reach high into the sky and have wonderfully wild 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Havasu Creek in the Grand Canyon_edited-1One of the things rafters do for entertainment on Havasu Creek is to damn it up using their rears...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/going-under-at-lava-falls.jpgGoing under at Lava FallsLuckily we came out with our messy side up!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/we-survived-lava-falls.jpgWe survived Lava FallsPeggy and I just looked happy. We needed a T-shirt that said we survived Lava Falls.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/view-of-havasu-creek-by-don-green.jpgView of Havasu Creek by Don GreenWe hiked over this from the mouth of the creek.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/tom-lovering.jpgTom LoveringWhile Tom was just, um, Tom.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/sunset-in-the-grand-canyon.jpgSunset in the Grand Canyonhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/scouting-lava-falls-in-the-grand-canyon.jpgScouting Lava Falls in the Grand CanyonEveryone wanted a good view of the rapids.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/restless-natives-on-the-colorado-river.jpgRestless natives on the Colorado RiverI will note that the party continued into the night.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/reflection-shot-on-colorado-river-in-grand-canyon.jpgReflection shot on Colorado River in Grand CanyonIt was hard to imagine that Lava Falls was just around the bend. But we could hear its roar.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/rafts-lined-up-at-havasu-creek-in-the-grand-canyon.jpgRafts lined up at Havasu Creek in the Grand CanyonThe mouth of Havasu Creek is a common stop for rafters in the Grand Canyon. Our rafts look small beside the large tour boat.2018-04-08T17:49:28+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/03/30/the-mekemson-kids-did-it-part-3-the-misadventure-series/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/caldor-donkey-and-i.jpgCaldor, donkey and II am petting a friendly donkey here. Mr real reason for including this fading photo, however, is it shows the stacks of lumber at Caldor that we would climb up onto and leap between.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/logs-dropping-in-to-caldor-pond.jpgLogs dropping in to Caldor pondA logging truck dumps logs into Caldor's pond. Marshall considered hiking out on these logs when no one was around as high adventure. I thought of them as an unwanted opportunity to end up in the murky waters.2018-04-18T16:57:31+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/03/28/from-the-canadian-border-to-anchorage-alaska-highways/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/libby-and-i.jpgLibby Riddles and Curt MekemsonLiily and I with a backdrop of Christmas Seal scarves. I spent a couple of days driving Libby around to various media interviews. in addition to getting great PR for the Association, it was fun and I learned a lot about sled dogs.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/wrangle-st-elias-national-park.jpgWrangle St. Elias National ParkGlacial rivers are gray from the rock ground off of mountains.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/peggy-on-motorcycle-at-king-mt-lodge-in-alaska.jpgPeggy on motorcycle at King Mt. Lodge in AlaskaPeggy found this motorcycle inside. The owner, seeing her interest, took her out for a spin.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/mountain-in-wrangle-st-elias-np.jpgMountain in Wrangle St. Elias NPThis mountain is part of Wrangle St. Elias National Park, one of the most remote and untamed national parks in the world.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/mnt-goat-at-king-mountain-lodge.jpgMnt. goat at King Mountain LodgeSpeaking of wildlife, we spotted this beauty at the King Mountain Lodge. Can wildlife get much wilder?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/matanuska-glacier.jpgMatanuska GlacierAnother view of Matanuska Glacier.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/libby-riddles.jpgLibby RiddlesLibby and one of her sled dogs.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/highway-1-in-alaska.jpgHighway 1 in AlaskaThe road continued to wind among almost mystical mountains.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/fireweed-and-black-spruce-in-alaska.jpgFireweed and black spruce in AlaskaBright fields of fireweed contrasted with the darkness of black spruce.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/clouds-and-mountains-in-alaska.jpgClouds and mountains in AlaskaMore mountains...2018-04-18T16:53:53+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/03/26/a-strange-cave-creature-rafting-through-the-grand-canyon-part-10/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/waterfall-on-deer-creek-in-grand-canyon.jpgWaterfall on Deer Creek in Grand CanyonWaterfalls along Deer Creek.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/tom-lovering-next-to-christmas-tree-in-christmas-tree-cave-by-don-green.jpgTom Lovering next to 'Christmas Tree' in Christmas Tree Cave by Don GreenOkay, imagine you are alone and making your way through a large, semi-dark cave when you suddenly come face to face with this creature...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/small-waterfall-on-deer-creek-in-grand-canyon.jpgSmall waterfall on Deer Creek in Grand CanyonDeer Creek had cut its way into the soft sandstone, creating a min-Grand Canyon of its own.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/resting-on-deer-creek-in-grand-canyon.jpgResting on Deer Creek in Grand CanyonAnd another opportunity to rest...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/rafting-through-grand-canyon-by-don-green.jpgRafting through Grand Canyon by Don GreenWe are always rowing, but unless we are rowing against the wind or maneuvering through rapids, the river does much of the work.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/peggy-mekemson-on-raft-trip-through-grand-canyon.jpgPeggy Mekemson on raft trip through Grand CanyonAnd this is Peggy. I can only wonder...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/peggy-mekemson-at-deer-creek-falls-in-grand-canyon.jpgPeggy Mekemson at Deer Creek Falls in Grand CanyonPeggy stands next to Deer Creek Falls, a short walk from the Colorado River in the Grand Canyonhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/morning-light-on-colorado-river-rart-trip-through-grand-canyon.jpgMorning light on Colorado River rart trip through Grand CanyonAnd in the morning. One of the fascinating things about the Grand Canyon is how it changes in the light.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/looking-out-of-chritstmas-tree-cave-in-grand-canyon.jpgLooking out of Chritstmas Tree Cave in Grand CanyonI really like the perspective on the size of the cave in this photo that Peggy took.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/looking-down-on-deer-creek-in-grand-canyon.jpgLooking down on Deer Creek in Grand Canyon2018-03-31T13:15:21+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2013/05/29/sagrada-familia-barcelonas-masterpiece-of-art-and-faith-soars-toward-the-sky/2018-03-26T21:37:13+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/03/23/the-mekemson-kids-did-it-part-2-the-misadventure-series/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/tp-duck.jpgTP duckhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/the-duck.jpgThe duckhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/pig-3.jpgPig #3https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/pig-2.jpgPrized 4-H pigA prize 4-H pig at the Modoc County Fair in Northern California.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/pig-1.jpgPig #1The end. It was a twisted tale.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/goat-1.jpgGoat 1https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/goat-4.jpgGoat #4Don't look at me. I didn't shoot the pig. Why don't you check the duck? He was carrying a gun.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/goat-3.jpgGoat #3https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/goat-2.jpgGoat #22018-03-29T16:40:18+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/03/21/dont-feed-the-bears-in-the-yukon-or-anywhere-the-alaska-highway-series/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/yukon-territory-alaska-highway.jpgYukon Territory, Alaska Highwayhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/yukon-scene.jpgYukon sceneWe searched the mountains behind the campground for grizzlies. We didn't see any but we did see all sheep.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/yukon-mountain-and-trees.jpgYukon mountain and treesHo-hum, another day along the Alaska Highway... except there was no ho-hum about it. Our journey through Canada's Yukon Territory took us past one breath-taking view after another.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/yukon-lake.jpgYukon lakeA small wayside on a lake before we reached the Alaska Border provided this view.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/yukon-border.jpgYukon BorderLooking back, we were reminded of our journey. Larger than life, indeed! Next Wednesday we head into the wilds of Alaska.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/whitehorse-yt-mural.jpgWhitehorse, YT MuralGetting our tire replaced in Whitehorse allowed us to wander around town and appreciate sights like this First Nation mural.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/stained-glass-whitehorse-yt.jpgStained glass, Whitehorse, YTInside, a stained glass window gave a fine representation of the country we were traveling through.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/skinny-coyote.jpgSkinny CoyoteA very skinny coyote put in an appearance as we left.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/reflection-shot-yukon-territory.jpgReflection shot Yukon TerritoryAnd a reflection shot.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/peggy-with-moose-antlers-at-white-river-yt.jpgPeggy with moose antlers at White River, YTPeggy provides some perspective. How would you like to wear these on your head? This set weighed close to 50 pounds.2018-03-29T15:48:06+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/03/19/we-visit-phantom-ranch-i-jump-off-a-cliff-and-tom-wears-bone-rafting-through-the-grand-canyon/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/curt-mekemson-on-grovver-duty-dg1.jpgCurt Mekemson on Grovver duty DGAnd I took care of my groover duty, which gives a whole new meaning to port-a-pot. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/view-of-grand-canyon-from-phantom-ranch.jpgView of Grand Canyon from Phantom RanchI took this photo looking up from the ranch.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/view-from-the-colorado-river-on-the-grand-canyon.jpgView from the Colorado River on the Grand Canyonhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/tom-lovering-gives-shoulder-rub-on-colorado-river-raft-trip.jpgTom Lovering gives shoulder rub on Colorado River raft triphttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/theresa-mulder-jumps-off-cliff.jpgTheresa Mulder jumps off cliffAnd Theresa another...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/susan-gishi-gives-tom-lovering-a-22do22-dg.jpgSusan Gishi gives Tom Lovering a do DGSusan Gishi gives Tom a 'do.'https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/sunset-on-colorado-river-in-grand-canyon-dg.jpgSunset on Colorado River in Grand Canyon DGSunset at Zoroaster Campsite on the Colorado River in the Grand Canyon. (Photo by Don Green.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/sunset-above-colorado-river-in-the-grand-canyon.jpgSunset above Colorado River in the Grand CanyonAnd the sunset was fabulous.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/steve-and-bone.jpgSteve and Bonehttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/scouting-crystal-rapid.jpgScouting Crystal RapidSteve is scouting what I think was Crystal Rapids. He seems to be suggesting we go back the way we came!2018-03-25T18:05:55+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/03/16/the-mekemson-kids-did-it-part-1-the-misadventure-series/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/historic-gold-era-building-in-diamond-springs-ca_edited-1.jpgHistoric gold era building in Diamond Springs, CA_edited-1There were two Gold Rush era buildings from the 1800s near our house. One was the old jail that Jimmy Pagonni stored his wine in. Unfortunately, it was knocked down for a fast-food joint. The other was one house way from ours and is the one shown above.2018-03-28T02:03:30+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/03/14/the-yukon-territory-canadas-far-north-the-alaska-highway-series-part-4/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/totems-at-tlinget-heritage-center-teslin-lake-on-alaska-highway.jpgTotems at Tlinget Heritage Center, Teslin Lake on Alaska HighwayI was surprised to find the Tlingit First Nation people with their Heritage Center on Teslin Lake, since I normally think of the natives and their fabulous totem poles as inhabitant of the coast from the American-Canadian border north. We were greeted with a line of totem poles at the Center that represented the different Tlingit clans.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/totem-pole-wolf-at-tlinglet-heritage-center.jpgTotem pole wolf at Tlinglet Heritage Centerhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/tlinget-mask-at-teslin-lake-yt.jpgTlinget mask at Teslin Lake, YTA number of carved masks were on display. I think that this is Eagle.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/tlinget-carving-at-tlinget-heritage-center-yt.jpgTlinget carving at Tlinget Heritage Center YTI'll conclude with this carving and what appears to be a female representation. The Tlinget are a matrilineal society with property held and passed down by the women of the tribe.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/tlinget-beaver-at-tlinget-heritage-center-teslin-lake.jpgTlinget beaver at Tlinget Heritage Center Teslin LakeThe Center was quite attractive and included both cloth and wood art representing the Tlingit people. This is Beaver.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/tlinget-art-at-teslin-lake-yt.jpgTlinget art at Teslin Lake, YTAnd here we have Wolf with his tongue hanging out.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/tire-damage-along-alaska-highway.jpgTire damage along Alaska HighwayThe tire with it's tennis ball sized bubble. The steel belted bottoms of our tires handle the numerous pot holes of the Alaska Highway well. Not so much , the sidewalls.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/sun-on-teslin-lake-yukon-territory.jpgSun on Teslin Lake, Yukon TerritoryWe camped next to Telin Lake and were treated to this view.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/shovel-painting-teslin-yt.jpgShovel painting, Teslin, YTIn talking with John, I discovered he was something of an artist, painting both canvasses and shovels. Hequicklc agreed to break out his paintings for a photo.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/off-road-vehicle-teslin-yt.jpgOff road vehicle, Teslin, YTWe were greeted by this. "Mmm, maybe not good," Peggy mumbled. A small semi-derrick trailer was apparently the office. I knocked on the door. No one home. I went wandering out among the junked vehicles...2018-03-18T21:16:57+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/03/12/there-is-more-than-one-way-to-skin-a-mouse-rafting-through-the-grand-canyon-part-8/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/view-of-grand-canyon-from-just-below-tanner-rapids.jpgView of Grand Canyon from just below Tanner RapidsI took this photo seven miles below where we played in the Little Colorado River. While it looks similar to many other Grand Canyon photos included in this series, I was eager to get it. I had camped here once after backpacking down the Tanner Trail.2018-03-20T16:19:11+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/03/09/how-brunhilda-the-cat-became-rasputin-a-tale-from-the-bush-devil-ate-sam/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/rasputin-and-rhinocerous-beetles.jpgRasputin and Rhinocerous beetles2018-03-18T20:55:29+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/03/05/anasazi-ruins-and-the-hopi-entrance-to-another-world-rafting-the-colorado-river-through-the-grand-canyon/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/looking-down-the-colorado-from-the-nankoweap-granery.jpgLooking down the Colorado from the Nankoweap GraneryLooking down the Colorado River from the Nankoweap Granaries.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/view-of-little-colorado.jpgView of Little Coloradohttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/view-of-grand-canyon-from-colorado-river.jpgView of Grand Canyon from Colorado RiverLater.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/view-along-colorado-river-near-little-colorado.jpgView along Colorado River near Little Coloradohttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/tom-lovering-when-you-didnt-cook-his-food-right.jpgTom Lovering when you didn't cook his food rightThis is what you could expect if you didn't cut the lettuce right. (grin) I decided to appoint myself to permanent groover duty and stay out of his kitchen.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/sureal-look-of-little-colorado-by-don-green.jpgSureal look of Little Colorado by Don GreenIt's almost surreal look. (Photo by Don Green.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/sunburn-waiting-to-happen.jpgSunburn waiting to happenhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/steve-and-bone.jpgSteve and Bonehttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/river-view-in-grand-canyon.jpgRiver view in Grand Canyonhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/river-bend-on-colorado-river-in-grand-canyon.jpgRiver bend on Colorado River in Grand Canyon2018-03-09T07:46:03+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/03/05/the-striking-mucho-lake-big-bison-and-a-sign-forest-the-alaska-highway-series/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/woodland-bison-in-british-columbia.jpgWoodland Bison in British Columbiahttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/woodland-bison-calves.jpgWoodland bison calvesA pair of youngsters...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/woodland-bison-calf.jpgWoodland Bison calfhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/woodland-bison-bull.jpgWoodland bison bullThese guys are big, with massive shoulders. They can weigh up to 2000 pounds (900 kilos) which make it the biggest land mammal in North America. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/woodland-bison-and-wallow-in-bc.jpgWoodland Bison and wallow in BCAnd they begin to appear shortly afterwards. This one has made himself a convenient wallow, that he will wallow around in to get rid of bugs.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/welcome-to-the-yukon-sign.jpgWelcome to the Yukon signHere's a sign to thrill the heart of the most jaded of travelers. Canada's Yukon Territory is almost synonymous with remote and wild. I grew up listening to daring tales of Sargent Preston of the Yukon and his faithful dog King. "On you huskies, on!"https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/watson-lake-sign-forest-6.jpgWatson Lake Sign Forest 6https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/watson-lake-sign-forest-5.jpgWatson Lake sign forest 5Not far up the road from the Yukon border we came to Watson Lake with its Sign Forest of 77,000 signs from all over the world. If you wander around long enough, you might very well find a sign that was liberated from your town and placed here by someone traveling up the Alaska Highway.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/watson-lake-sign-forest-4.jpgWatson Lake sign forest 4The signs go on and on...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/watson-lake-sign-forest-1.jpgWatson Lake sign forestThe tradition was started during the building of the Alaska Highway in 1942 when a soldier, Carl K. Lindley was asked by his commanding officer to erect directional signposts. While at the job, he added a sign for his own town of Danville, Illinois. The rest is history!2018-03-15T16:38:46+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/03/02/the-skull-with-the-vacant-stare-the-woods-misadventures-part/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/woods-2.jpgWoods in Diamond Springs, CAWhile I don't have any pictures from the Woods growing up, this and the other photos here are of more recent vintage in Diamond Springs.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/woods-1.jpgWoods in Diamond SpringsA trailer park now occupies the woods where I once played. It's pleasant but no substitute. Even then, power lines cut through the woods.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/ponderosa-pine-in-woods.jpgPonderosa Pine in Woodshttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/black-oak-and-woods.jpgBlack oak and woodsThis black oak stood over the ditch I had to jump, and it still stands today.2018-03-09T00:19:45+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/02/28/from-dawson-creek-to-toad-river-the-alaska-highway-series-part-ii/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/ww-ii-army-truck-on-alaska-highway.jpgWW II army truck on Alaska HighwayLots of old equipment is also displayed along the highway.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/view-along-alaska-highway-in-british-columbia.jpgView along Alaska Highway in British ColumbiaBetween ranges the road follows rivers, all of which had to be crossed when building the highway.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/tow-truck-used-on-the-alaska-highway.jpgTow truck used on the Alaska Highwayhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/toat-river-lodge-toad.jpgToat River Lodge ToadThis fellow was staring at us when we ate at the lodge.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/toad-river-lodge-on-alaska-highway.jpgToad River Lodge on Alaska HighwayNot far up the road, we came to the Toad River Lodge, which is named after the Toad River. Roadhouses were common in the early days of the Alaska Highway and even up to the time when I first drove the road in 1986. It was hard to travel over more than a hundred miles a day on rough, unpaved roads. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/team-sinking-in-mud-when-building-alaska-highway.jpgTeam sinking in mud when building Alaska HighwayWorking conditions along the Alaska Highway were not optimal. (grin) (Museums along the Alaska Highway feature numerous photos reflecting the difficulties encountered in building the road.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/stone-sheep-kid.jpgStone sheep kidTo say that they were cute...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/stone-sheep-kid-at-stone-mountain-along-the-alaska-highway.jpgStone sheep kid at Stone Mountain along the Alaska HighwayIs a considerable understatement.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/stone-mountain-sheep-on-alaska-highway.jpgStone Mountain sheep on Alaska HighwayWe were not disappointed.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/stone-mountain-on-alaska-highway.jpgStone Mountain on Alaska HighwayWe were excited to see Stone Mountain, not only for its beauty but because there was a good chance we would see Stone Mountain Sheep.2018-03-06T18:05:23+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/02/26/they-say-that-tom-operates-with-one-oar-rafting-through-the-grand-canyon-part-6/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/grand-canyon-canyon.jpgGrand Canyon canyonKeeping a sharp eye out will reward you with views of canyons within the Canyon.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/beauty-of-grand-canyon.jpgBeauty of Grand CanyonAnd almost any view up or down the river is a treat.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/century-plant-in-grand-canyon.jpgCentury Plant in Grand CanyonAs do plants and flowers. This is a century plant. (Photo by Don Green.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/rafters-pass-ten-mile-rock-on-the-colorado-river-in-the-grand-canyon.jpgRafters pass Ten Mile Rock on the Colorado River in the Grand CanyonFloating by Ten Mile Rock. You wouldn't have wanted to be near here when this massive chunk of rock broke off from the Grand Canyon walls.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/tom-lovering-and-bone.jpgTom Lovering and BoneAnd then snuggles up with Tom.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/bone-on-edge-of-sotar-raft-in-grand-canyon.jpgBone on edge of Sotar Raft in Grand CanyonBone decides that it is time for a photo op on the edge of a Sotar Raft in the Grand Canyon.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/vaseys-paradise-on-the-colorado-river.jpgVasey's Paradise on the Colorado Riverhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/sharing-a-laugh-at-vaseys-paradise-in-the-grand-canyon.jpgSharing a laugh at Vasey's Paradise in the Grand Canyonhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/retrieving-water-on-the-colorado.jpgRetrieving water on the ColoradoAnd Jamie retrieves some of the icy fresh water. Whatever work needed to be done, Jamie was always in the middle of it— a good man.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/redwall-cavern-on-colorado-river-with-rafters.jpgRedwall Cavern on Colorado River with raftersAs does this photo.2018-03-04T00:54:53+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/02/24/a-walk-in-a-snowy-woods-of-southern-oregon-join-us/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/img_99851.jpgSnowing in the Upper Applegate ValleyWoohoo! Peggy and I looked outside and the snow was coming down. We haven't seen much in our neck of the woods lately. The D word was making the rounds again. The D stands for drought. We try not to use it too much in case we might invoke it!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/img_9996.jpgDouglas Fir on Applegate River dusted with snow.Our walk takes us up the road past this Douglas fir lightly dusted with snow...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/img_9993.jpgCeramic sculpture by Jeremy CriswellMoving around the house the sun breaks out briefly. I'm not sure Cockle Doodle is as happy about the snow as we are...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/img_9992.jpgIMG_9992https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/img_9991.jpgToyota pickup on Upper ApplegateBig Red was disgusted...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/img_9985.jpgIMG_9985https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/img_0134.jpgIMG_0134https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/img_0133.jpgApplegate River in FebruaryMy last photo for the day. On Monday we return to our trip down the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon. Thanks for joining us on our walk today!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/img_0128.jpgIMG_0128https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/img_0123.jpgApplegate River looking spring-like in FebruaryWhile the Applegate River had returned to looking spring-like.2018-03-29T15:44:55+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/02/23/capital-p-is-for-pond-or-is-that-pirates-the-misadventure-series/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/nancy-jo-and-tickle.jpgNancy Jo and TickleTickle as a pup with my sister Nancy JO.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/resting-on-top-of-tombstone.jpgResting on top of tombstone in Diamond Springs, CAA bit older that five, the Graveyard no longer holds the terror it did for me. Plus they have cut down all of the heavenly trees and ripped out the myrtle. It is no longer a jungle.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/mill-pond.jpgMill pondThis was one of our ponds, the mill pond where logs waited for their appointment with the buzzsaw. Sadly, I don't have a picture of the Capital P Pond. But it was fed by water from the mill pond. Neither of the ponds exist today.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/beside-tombstone.jpgBeside tombstonehttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/beside-tombstone-2.jpgBeside tombstone 22018-02-26T16:50:19+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/09/25/the-quiet-beauty-of-nova-scotia-the-10000-mile-bike-trek/2018-02-22T19:59:35+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/02/21/dogs-and-dragons-in-british-columbia-the-alaska-highway-series/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/img_6790.jpgSign at Beginning of Alaska Highway in Dawson CreekPeggy and I. Next Wednesday, we begin our trip up the Alaska Highway.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/img_6785.jpgMile zero of the Alaska HighwayAnd then we made it to Dawson Creek and mile 0 of the Alaska Highway. Bob, Linda and dog.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/img_6658.jpgDucklings on Dragon Lake near Quesnel, BCPeggy's Birthday Paradehttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/img_6621.jpgPeggy Mekemson Kayaking in QuesnelA closer look.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/img_98751.jpgIMG_9875https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/img_9875-1.jpgBob BrayBob Bray and I have been friends since he looked like this...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/img_9875.jpgBob Bray in 1949Bob and I have been friends since he looked like this...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/worlds-largest-cross-country-skis-100-mile-house-bc.jpgWorld's largest cross country skis, 100 mile house, BCThe Visitor Information Center at the 100-mile house featured the world's largest cross country skis! Communities throughout Canada use such fun gimmicks to capture the attention of tourists. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/wood-carving-of-praying-mantis-at-chetwyn-bc.jpgWood carving of Praying Mantis at Chetwyn, BCWe were in for a real treat when we came to the town of Chetwynd, which is close to Dawson Creek. Wood carvers had been at work in an international competition. This Praying Mantis had taken first prize.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/williams-lake-visitors-center.jpgWilliam's Lake Visitors CenterThis car in the William's Lake Visitor Center was a spoof on how much stuff tourists load on top of their cars.2018-02-23T16:47:32+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/02/19/rowing-against-the-wind-the-grand-canyon-series/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/view-from-jackass-camp-on-colorado-river-by-don-green.jpgView from Jackass camp on Colorado River by Don GreenView from camp by Don Green.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/rowing-against-the-wind-on-the-colorado-by-don-green.jpgRowing against the wind on the Colorado by Don Greenhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/navajo-bridge-by-don-green.jpgNavajo Bridge by Don GreenA view of the Navajo Bridge. The fist is the old one and is now used as a walkway. The second is used my vehicles.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/navajo-bridge-2-by-don-green.jpgNavajo Bridge 2 by Don Greenhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/jackass-campsite-on-colorado-river-by-don-green.jpgJackass campsite on Colorado River by Don GreenNot the worlds most attractive campsite. We scatter out to find places for our tents after emptying the boats. (Photo by Don Green.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/jackass-camp-area-by-don-green.jpgJackass Camp Area by Don GreenBoats tethered at Jackass Camp. (Photo by Don Green.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/hard-work-rowing-by-don-green.jpgHard work rowing by Don Greenhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/grand-canyon-floers-and-tracks-by-don-green.jpgGrand Canyon floers and tracks by Don GreenAnd found the tracks under it even more interesting. It's like the animal was sidestepping. And what about the trail to the right. It's tail? A snake coming in for a bite to eat?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/grand-canyon-evening-primrose-by-don-green.jpgGrand Canyon evening primrose by Don GreenI liked this primrose captured by Don...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/badger-rapids-google-photo.jpgBadger Rapids Google photo2018-02-23T17:06:19+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/02/16/learning-about-cross-cultural-relations-as-a-second-grader-the-misadventure-series/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/robert-rangel.jpgRobert RangelRobert.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/raul-rangel.jpgRaul RangelRudy.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/curt.jpgCurtMy second grade photo.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/caldor-train.jpgCaldor trainCaldor’s train with its load of logs. Note the size of the logs. (Old newspaper photo)2018-02-22T19:07:02+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/02/14/good-monkey-bad-monkey-a-visit-to-an-eco-tourist-lodge-in-the-amazon/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/spider-monkey-mouth1.jpgSpider Monkey mouthI will note that it had an impressive set of choppers.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/spider-monkey-mouth.jpgSpider Monkey mouthhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/spider-monkey-hug.jpgSpider Monkey hugThis spider monkey adopted Peggy. Here it gives Peggy a monkey hug. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/wooly-monkey-hat.jpgWooly monkey hatAnd this one wasn't. It isn't my best photo. (grin) I was not happy about having a monkey for a hat!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/wooley-monkey1.jpgWooley monkeyThis one was not. And it isn't my best photo. I wasn't happy about having a monkey for a hat. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/wooley-monkey.jpgWooley monkeyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/wooley-monkey-at-ariau-lodge.jpgWooley monkey at Ariau Lodgehttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/wooley-amazon-monkey.jpgWooley Amazon monkeyWoolyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/view-from-ariau-lodge-walkway.jpgView from Ariau Lodge walkwayLooking out at one of the views along the walkway.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/treehouse-room-at-ariau-lodge.jpgTreehouse room at Ariau LodgeNot to disparage Jimmy, who I really like, but I would have preferred to stay in the Tarzan suite shown here. It was nestled up in the top of a tall ebony tree.2018-02-22T19:57:10+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/02/12/i-discover-i-am-no-longer-30-or-40-or-50-or-even-60-rafting-through-the-grand-canyon-part-4/2018-02-22T19:13:47+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/02/11/the-interview-with-bone/2018-02-15T18:19:06+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/02/09/warning-reading-can-lead-you-into-a-life-of-wandering-the-misadventures-series/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/map-from-edison-marshalls-book-22caravan-to-exanadu22.jpgMap from Edison Marshall's book Caravan to ExanaduEven more than the cover, I was pulled into the book by the map of Marco Polo's journey. We had a set of encyclopedias that Edison had owned in the 20s where he had mapped out his big game hunting trips all over the world. I would sit for hours following the routes he had inked out, including into the heart of Africa.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/edison-marshall-and-his-home-in-augusta-georgia.jpgEdison Marshall and his home in Augusta, GeorgiaEdison Marshall, my great uncle, grew up in the town of Medford, living for a while with his extended family that included my mother as a child. His writing brought him fame and fortune, including this mansion near Augusta, Georgia.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/edison-marshall-and-his-agent-paul-reynolds.jpgEdison Marshall and his Agent Paul ReynoldsHe sent us this photo of a meeting with his agent, Paul Reynolds. Reynolds also represented authors like Alex Hailey, Irving Wallace, Howard Fast, and, surprising to me, Malcolm X.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/cover-to-edison-marshalls-book-22caravan-to-xanadu22.jpgCover to Edison Marshall's book, Caravan to XanaduMy mother's uncle wrote swashbuckling historical fiction that took his heroes all over the world. My early reading of his books gave me a lust for travel that has never left me.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/books-by-edison-marshall.jpgBooks by Edison MarshallWhile I never met Edison, who lived in far off Georgia, his books served as a mentor to me.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/back-cover-to-edison-marshalls-22caravan-to-xanadu22.jpgBack cover to Edison Marshall's Caravan to XanaduThe back cover to "Caravan to Xanadu." How could a young boy not be fascinated by such exotic fare?2018-02-20T21:53:55+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/02/07/up-close-and-personal-with-piranhas-on-the-amazon-river-the-wednesday-photo-essay/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/manaus-and-rio-negro-river.jpgManaus and Rio Negro RiverOur riverboat journey would takes us out of Manaus, up the Rio Negro River, through the numerous channels of the the Anavihanas, and to the community of Novo Airao.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/kokopelli.jpgKokopelliKokopelli as he appears on a drink coaster of ours. He's playing his flute.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/amazon-parrot.jpgAmazon parrotOne third of the world's birds, some 1500 species, can be found in the Amazon. This parrot stopped by for a visit.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/view-out-window-of-river-boat-on-the-amazon.jpgView out window of river boat on the AmazonThe view out the window.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/tributary-to-rio-negro.jpgTributary to Rio NegroThe braided channels of the Anavihanas brought the rainforest in close to the boat.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/tree-platform-for-hunting-in-the-amazon-rainforest.jpgTree platform for hunting in the Amazon RainforestWhile another machete wielding man showed off a hunter's platform. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/the-amazon-clipper-river-boat.jpgThe Amazon Clipper river boatA closer view of the boat. There was space for six couples on the lower section. The top provided an excellent viewing platform.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/sunset-on-the-amazon.jpgSunset on the Amazonhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/sunset-on-the-amazon-river.jpgSunset on the Amazon RiverI'll close today's post with a couple of photos of the sun setting on the Amazon.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/small-boat-on-rio-negro-river-in-brazil.jpgSmall boat on Rio Negro River in Brazil2018-02-18T18:23:33+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/02/05/homeland-security-goes-searching-for-a-bomb-rafting-through-the-grand-canyon-part-3/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/tom-lovering-with-horns.jpgTom Lovering with hornsWhat if Tom would have met the agents looking like this? We still might be waiting for him in Flagstaff.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/tom-lovering.jpgTom LoveringThis was the face that Tom greeted the Homeland Security agents with— furry but friendly...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/tom-getting-a-do.jpgTom getting a doTom getting a 'do' in Flagstaff...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/tom-and-bone1.jpgTom and BoneTom and Bone. What if the Homeland Security agents would have met Tom and Bone looking like thishttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/supplies-for-grand-canyon-trip.jpgSupplies for Grand Canyon tripWe went to Safeway to purchase our perishable goods, and once more our small RV was filled to the brim.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/loading-truck-for-grand-canyon-trip-dg.jpgLoading truck for Grand Canyon trip DGFinally, it was time to load our food and gear on this large truck for transport down to Lee's Fairy and the beginning of the trip. The truck was completely stuffed by the time we were finished.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/large-food-containers-for-grand-canyon-trip.jpgLarge food containers for Grand Canyon tripLarge food chests waited for us when we got back to our motel. Each would be filled with food. Dry ice would be added.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/gear-and-food-grand-canyon-trip.jpgGear and food Grand Canyon tripWe discovered that the majority of the large food containers would be stowed in our room. With our own gear spread out on the bed, it was questionable if we would have room to sleep.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/fe-and-sylvester-dressed-for-christmas.jpgFE and Sylvester dressed for ChristmasFE and her buddy, Sylvester, dressed for Christmas. Note FE's red, Rudolph nose. I recall that a bit of photoshopping was required to get her ready for the Christmas letter.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/essential-grand-canyon-supplies-dg.jpgEssential Grand Canyon supplies DGAll of my wilderness experiences have been motivated by a go-light philosophy, which makes a lot of sense if you carry it on your backs. River runners, on the other hand, have rafts and rivers. Other rules apply. Extra pounds don't matter. And if you are going to carry all of these oranges, you might as well carry some booze to mix with your orange juice.2018-02-10T00:29:10+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/02/02/i-become-ruler-of-the-first-grade-not-misadventures-the-book/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/work-of-art.jpgWork of artBt the time I made it into the first grade, I could actually draw a stick horse that didn't look like a kinky snake. It was finger painting that I excelled at, however. You just mere paint on paper. I circled this work of art so my parents wouldn't forget which one was mine.2018-02-13T00:43:33+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/01/31/the-tragedy-and-glory-of-ancient-pompeii-the-wednesday-photo-essay/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/water-faucet-in-pompeii.jpgWater faucet in PompeiiPeggy and I were amused by it's modern day equivalent where a faucet was added to the mouth of an early sculpture.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/trees-at-pompeii.jpgTrees at Pompeiihttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/temple-of-jupiter-and-mt-vesuvius.jpgTemple of Jupiter and Mt. VesuviusMt. Vesuvius still looms above Pompeii today. This is what it looks like from the Temple of Jupiter. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/street-in-pompeii.jpgStreet in PompeiiAnother street scene. Note how carefully the buildings had been aligned. The square box might have been a community water cistern.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/street-crossing-in-pompeii.jpgStreet crossing in PompeiiStreets were cleaned by flooding them with water. People kept their feet dry by using these crossing stones.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/straight-walls-of-pompeii.jpgStraight walls of Pompeiihttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/stone-bed-in-house-of-prostitution-in-pompeii.jpgStone bed in house of prostitution in Pompeiihttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/side-of-bathhouse-in-pompeii.jpgSide of bathhouse in PompeiiPublic baths were a part of most Roman towns and cities. This one was decorated with a detailed relief.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/ruins-in-pompeii.jpgRuins in Pompeiihttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/ruins-at-pompeii.jpgRuins at PompeiiOthers more closely resembled other Roman ruins found throughout the Mediterranean.2018-02-07T13:10:27+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/01/29/peggy-wins-the-lottery-rafting-through-the-grand-canyon-part-2/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/waterfalls-at-havusupai.jpgWaterfalls at HavusupaiThis gorgeous waterfall was the main attraction at the Havusupai Village.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/tonycammieatophavasupaiwaterfall5jul07.jpgTony&CammieatopHavasupaiwaterfall5Jul07https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/mule-trip-into-grand-canyon.jpgMule trip into Grand CanyonI have journeyed into the Grand Canyon several times over they years. The first was by mule in the late 60s. That's me, second from the top on Charlie. I was sore for a week afterwards.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/momsb-dayhelotosupai5jul07.jpgMom'sB-dayhelotoSupai5Jul07https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/inboundtohavasupai.jpgInboundtoHavasupaihttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/img_9951.jpgMule trip into Grand CanyonThere are several ways to explore the Grand Canyon. Over the years, I've tried most of them. My first trip in was by mule in the late 60s. I'm second from the top in this photo.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/helicopter-trip-into-grand-canyon.jpgHelicopter trip into Grand Canyonhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/grand-canyon-77.jpgGrand Canyon 77https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/grand-canyon-63.jpgGrand Canyon viewBut you don't have to hike or backpack into the canyon, or raft, or fly, or ride grouch mules to enjoy the beauty of the Canyon. You can drive up, and enjoy numerous pull-offs that give you incredible views.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/grand-canyon-51.jpgGrand Canyon 512018-02-07T17:33:59+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/01/26/the-great-tree-race-blogging-my-book-on-misadventures/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/view-of-caldor-lumber-company-circa-1958.jpgView of Caldor Lumber company circa 1958When I finally made it to the top of the tree, I could see the whole world.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/incense-cedar-tree-in-diamond-springs-graveyard.jpgIncense cedar tree in Diamond Springs graveyardA view of the tree today taken from near the house where we lived. Now, imagine 8-10 year olds racing up and down this tree as fast as they could go.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/cut-down-incense-cedar-tree-in-diamond-springs-graveyard.jpgCut down incense cedar tree in Diamond Springs graveyardImagine my dismay during my last visit to Diamond when I found that the tree's twin in the Graveyard had been cut down. Could ours be far behind?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/cedar-tree-spike-in-diamond-springs-ca.jpgCedar tree spike in Diamond Springs CaThis spike is all that remains of our treehouse dreams. As I recall, Marshall drove it into the tree with thoughts of several more to provide a way up the tree. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/cedar-tree-in-great-tree-race-diamond-springs-ca.jpgCedar tree in Great Tree Race, Diamond Springs, CALooking up from the base of the tree today. The old fellow is 60 years older from the days when I mastered climbing it. The tree house was built on the lower left limbs.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/box-factory-at-caldor-diamond-springs-ca.jpgBox factory at Caldor, Diamond Springs, CA2018-02-07T11:49:33+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/01/24/the-red-red-rocks-of-sedona-arizona-part-2/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/view-across-sedona.jpgView across Sedonahttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/sunset-west-of-sedona.jpgSunset west of SedonaDefinitely looking west here. This time the formation that I included in the first photo is on the right.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/sunrise-west-of-sedona.jpgSunrise west of SedonaA close up...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/sunrise-on-rocks-west-of-sedona.jpgSunrise on rocks west of SedonaThe best time to be out and about for photography in Sedona is either early morning or late afternoon when the red rocks of Sedoan at are their most colorful.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/sedona-view.jpgSedona viewAnother perspective. Possibly my blogging friend who lives in Sedona, JoHannah Massey, can provide the location. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/sedona-sunset.jpgSedona SunsetSedona Sunset.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/sedona-rocks-in-morning.jpgSedona rocks in morningPeggy and I took these photos from up near the Sedona airport looking west across the town. The rock formation I featured at the beginning of the post is shown on the left here.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/peggy-and-view-across-sedona.jpgPeggy and view across SedonaPeggy was standing on the 'vortex' near the airport when I took this photo.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/layers-upon-layers-sedona.jpgLayers upon layers, SedonaI liked this photo because the ridges seemed to fade off into infinity.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/stacked-rocks-in-boynton-canyon.jpgStacked rocks in Boynton CanyonStacked rocks and circles of rocks apparently reflect hikers spiritual journey up the canyon. 2018-01-29T22:33:09+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/01/22/hopi-gods-and-squirrely-squirrels-rafting-though-the-grand-canyon-part-1/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/tom-and-bone.jpgTom Lovering and Bone on raft trip through the Grand CanyonOr Tom, Mr. River Safety himself, who took my vest off and wrapped me up in his hair.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/rowing-on-the-colorado-through-the-grand-canyon.jpgRowing on the Colorado through the Grand CanyonWhile a veteran crew of boatmen handled the more dangerous parts of our 18 day journey through the Grand Canyon, I was allowed near oars on some of the tamer sections.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/grand-canyon-rock-formation2.jpgGrand Canyon rock formationhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/grand-canyon-rock-formation1.jpgGrand Canyon rock formationI've often wondered what role, if any, rock formations in the Grand Canyon played in determining how Hopi Indians viewed their Kachina gods.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/grand-canyon-rock-formation.jpgGrand Canyon rock formationI've sometimes wondered what, if any, role that rock formations in the Grand Canyon influenced how the Hopi Indians pictured their Kachina gods.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/being-stalked.jpgBeing stalkedWould Canyon spirits stalk us?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/rafting-the-grand-canyon.jpgRafting the Grand CanyonAn 18 day trip on the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon might seem idyllic. And in ways it was. We passed through incredible beauty, visited ancient Native American sites, experienced geology in a way that few people do, and rafted through some of the most challenging rapids the world has to offer. But the trip also had its challenges...2018-01-27T23:43:36+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/01/20/how-not-to-neuter-your-cat-a-quickie-from-misadventures/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/curt-and-pets.jpgCurt and petsIt's rare that a photo of me in my childhood didn't included one or all of our family pets that included dogs, cats, a pigeon, and a grey squirrel. MC the Cat isn't in any of them, however...2018-01-23T19:18:12+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/01/19/nancy-jo-and-the-graveyard-ghost/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/curt-nancy-and-marshall.jpgCurt, Nancy and MarshallA photo of Nancy, Marshall and I somewhere around the time of the Graveyard Ghost.2018-01-29T22:26:04+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/01/17/the-incredible-red-rock-country-of-sedona-and-a-chapel-part-1/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/sitting-on-a-vortex-in-sedona-arizona.jpgSitting on a vortex in Sedona, ArizonaOmmm. Here I am, sitting on a rock vortex point below the Sedona airport practicing my meditation technique and waiting for a UFO. A heretofore un-noticed aura is wrapped around my head. (grin)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/twin-rocks-sedona-p.jpgTwin Rocks Sedona Phttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/twin-rocks-p.jpgTwin rocks in Sedona, ArizonaThese striking rocks are located east of the chapel. We took several photos. This one was by Peggy/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/twin-rocks-in-sedonal-az.jpgTwin rocks in Sedona, AZI added a tree for its green contrast.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/twin-rocks-in-sedona.jpgTwin rocks in SedonaSeveral other towers were located above the twins...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/twin-rocks-in-sedona-arizona.jpgTwin rocks in Sedona, Arizonahttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/sun-on-sedona-red-rocks.jpgSun on Sedona red rockshttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/sedona-arizona.jpgSedona, ArizonaThe view south wasn't bad either!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/sedona-west.jpgSedona westThe town of Sedona (center photo) is surrounded by striking scenery. I took this photo from near the airport looking west.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/sedona-twin-rocks-plus-p.jpgSedona twin rocks plus P2018-01-28T19:57:18+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/01/15/psst-want-to-buy-a-fine-piece-of-property-final-post-on-the-washington-coast-series/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/wanted-posters-for-noxious-weeds.jpgWanted posters for noxious weedshttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/tide-coming-in-at-grays-harbor.jpgTide coming in at Grays HarborAnother view looking out into Grays Harbor as the tide rolls in.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/sunset-over-copalis-beach-1.jpgSunset over Copalis Beach 1https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/sunset-copalis-beac.jpgSunset Copalis Beachttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/sunset-central-coast-of-washington.jpgSunset central coast of WashingtonWe stood holding hands as the sun completed its journey. And then returned to our condo. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/sunset-central-coast-of-state-of-washington.jpgSunset central coast of state of WashingtonThe setting sun then captured our attention.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/sunset-at-copalis-beach-in-washington.jpgSunset at Copalis Beach in Washingtonhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/small-lake-at-ocean-city-washington.jpgSmall lake at Ocean City WashingtonA small lake north of Ocean Shores caught our attention. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/seagull-stands-alone.jpgSeagull stands aloneA lone seagull greeted us.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/seagull-and-ocean-at-copalis-beach.jpgSeagull and ocean at Copalis BeachAnd then flew away.2018-01-28T19:40:28+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/01/10/searching-for-roots-a-photo-essay-on-southwestern-scotland/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/my-road.jpgMy roadMy road. Peggy and I were on a great detour (we were lost) when we came on this sheep blocking the road. I though I might have to get out of our car and pull a Crocodile Dundee on it. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/window-in-scotland.jpgWindow in ScotlandA classy window.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/stone-circles-in-scotland.jpgStone circles in ScotlandSpeaking of moving rocks, these boulders were placed here several thousand years ago as part of a scared site.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/shetland-pony.jpgShetland ponyAnd one wild shetland who apparently thought we were good for an apple. Either that or she was a reincarnated great, great Grandmother of mine.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/sheep-in-scotland.jpgSheep in ScotlandBack in Scotland we found another two https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/sheep-in-scotland-2.jpgSheep in ScotlandWe met this fellow when he was blocking the now road we were traveling https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/scottish-sheep.jpgScottish sheepHungry. The great range wars of the Western United States between cattlemen and sheepmen were partially because sheep like to crop the grass so close to the ground.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/scottish-scene-4.jpgScottish scene 4https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/scottish-graveyard.jpgScottish graveyardThese tombstones were so large they could have had books written on them. Wait, they did. Apparently they were summarizing all of the people that were buried in the graves. And how big were the tombstones?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/scottish-cow.jpgScottish cowThere were also curious cattle...2018-01-21T05:06:24+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/01/12/the-banning-of-the-animal-kingdom-from-my-bed-blogging-the-misadventures-book/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/big-feet-and-army-cot.jpgBig feet and army cotA few years after the animals had been banned from my bed, I still had the old army cot, and bigger feet. I am reading a Western... serious literature.2018-01-20T01:07:31+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/01/08/a-disaster-think-kind-of-day-the-reality-of-global-warming-for-the-quinault-indian-nation/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/wet-boardwalk-at-griffith-pride-state-park-wa.jpgWet boardwalk at Griffith-Pride State Park, WAAn interesting trail leads out to the ocean at Griffith-Pride State Park.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/trail-at-griffiths-pride-state-park-in-copalis-beach.jpgTrail at Griffiths-Pride State Park in Copalis Beachhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/thunderbird-in-taholah-wa.jpgThunderbird in Taholah, WAWe also found this Thunderbird in the park.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/taholah-memorial-park.jpgTaholah Memorial ParkThis memorial park is one of the areas threatened by the rising water.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/sunset-at-the-quinault-indian-casino.jpgSunset at the Quinault Indian Casinohttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/sunset-at-the-quinault-casino.jpgSunset at the Quinault CasinoWe had tinder prime rib that night at the Quinault Indian Casino in Ocean City and were treated to this sunset, which is a fitting end to today's post. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/quinault-river-at-taholah-wa.jpgQuinault River at Taholah, WAThe Quinault River empties into the Pacific Ocean at Taholah. A low seawall protects the community from the river and ocean, but it isn't enough.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/peggy-on-disappearing-trail-in-griffiths-pride-state-park.jpgPeggy on disappearing trail in Griffiths-Pride State ParkOccasionally, the trail disappeared into brush!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/pacific-sunset.jpgPacific sunsethttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/old-road-through-griffiths-pride-state-park-in-washington.jpgOld road through Griffiths-Pride State Park in WashingtonAt one time, the trail had been a road.2018-01-16T04:44:49+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/01/06/hiring-the-family-pets-to-scare-away-the-ghosts/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/curt-mekemson-and-pets.jpgCurt Mekemson and petsA standard picture of me with pets in our back yard. Just across the alley, the Graveyard looms as an impenetrable mass of greenhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/pat-the-greyhound.jpgPat the GreyhoundPat looking regal.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/lichens-on-a-tombstone.jpgLichens on a tombstonehttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/house-next-to-graveyard.jpgHouse next to graveyardThe roof of our house seen on the other shows up on the other side of these fences.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/hiding-place-on-tombstone.jpgHiding place on tombstonehttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/heavenly-trees-and-a-tombstone.jpgHeavenly trees and a tombstonehttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/graveyard-ghost.jpgGraveyard ghostThe thing about graveyards is that dead people are buried there. This seemingly innocent tombstone was once hidden among the heavenly trees that turned the graveyard into a jungle. Except it wasn't totally hidden. I could see it from ou backyard at night.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/grave-fence.jpgGrave fencehttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/ghostly-trees.jpgGhostly trees2018-01-12T21:39:54+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/01/04/want-a-small-house-think-narrowboat-a-trip-on-the-trent-and-mersey-canal-part-2/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/low-bridge-on-trent-and-mersey-canal.jpgLow Bridge on Trent and Mersey Canal"Low bridge, everybody down!"https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/swan-in-black-and-white-on-trent-and-mersey-canal.jpgSwan in black and white on Trent and Mersey CanalGraceful swans share the Trent and Mersey Canal with narrowboats. I decided to render this fellow in black and white.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/view-near-st-pauls-in-burton-upon-trent.jpgView near St. Pauls in Burton upon TrentWe wandered around admiring buildings in Burton.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/swans-mating-on-trent-and-mersey-canal.jpgSwans mating on Trent and Mersey CanalWhile a pair of swans decided to make babies.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/swan-profile-on-trent-and-mersey-canal.jpgSwan profile on Trent and Mersey CanalIncluding swans and their Canadian cousins.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/swan-back-on-trent-and-mersey-canal.jpgSwan back on Trent and Mersey CanalGorgeous swans share the Trent and Mersey Canal with narrow boats.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/swan-and-narrowboats-on-trent-and-mersey-canal.jpgSwan and narrowboats on Trent and Mersey CanalOr swans.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/scenic-view-along-trent-and-mersey-canal.jpgScenic view along Trent and Mersey CanalWe all continued to enjoy the scenery and peacefulness along the Trent and Mersey.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/sawley-marina.jpgSawley MarinaAnd those we arrived.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/row-houses-and-chimneys-in-burton-upon-the-trent.jpgRow houses and chimneys in Burton upon the TrentRow houses, chimneys and threatening skies provided a photo op...2018-01-23T03:49:52+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2018/01/02/piloting-a-60-foot-long-6-foot-wide-narrowboat-along-englands-trent-and-mercy-canal-part-1/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/what-it-looks-like-from-the-helm-of-a-narrowboat.jpgWhat it looks like from the helm of a narrowboatThis is what our boat looked like from the helm. Let's just note that I was nervous about piloting it.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/water-level-rising-in-lock-on-trent-and-mercy-canal.jpgWater level rising in lock on Trent and Mercy Canalhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/visiting-villages-along-the-trent-and-mercy-canal.jpgVisiting villages along the Trent and Mercy CanalBesides, with too many beers, we might have started to imagine fellows like this.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/swarkestone-lock-on-the-trent-and-mercy-canal.jpgSwarkestone lock on the Trent and Mercy Canalhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/swan-on-trent-an-mercy-canal.jpgSwan on Trent an Mercy Canalhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/swan-nesting-on-trent-and-mercey-canal.jpgSwan nesting on Trent and Mercey CanalNesting.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/swan-chows-down-on-trent-and-mercy-canal.jpgSwan chows down on Trent and Mercy CanalAnd chowing down!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/swan-checks-out-narrowboats-on-trent-and-mercey-canal.jpgSwan checks out narrowboats on trent and Mercey Canalhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/swan-and-reflection-on-trent-and-mercy-canal.jpgSwan and reflection on Trent and Mercy CanalSwans, ducks and other birds provided entertainment. I liked the reflection here.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/single-bed-on-a-narrowboat.jpgSingle bed on a narrowboatWhile the master bedroom had a small double bed, the other beds were barely wide enough to sleep on.2018-01-16T03:17:22+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/12/30/2017-in-review-what-a-year/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/tonys-promotion.jpgTony's promotionSummer took across the US to Charleston, South Carolina where we celebrated our son's promotion to Lieutenant Commander in the Coast Guard. His wife, Cammie, and boys Chris, Connor and Cooper help add his new stripes.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/rock-sculpture-in-valley-of-fire-state-park.jpgRock sculpture in Valley of Fire State ParkAnd into southern Nevada's very dry Valley of Fire State Park...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/rabid-express-at-burning-man-2017.jpgRabid Express at Burning Man 2017Where I found this marvellous mutant vehicle known as Rabid Transit.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/pumpkin-carving-festival-in-rhode-island.jpgPumpkin carving festival in Rhode IslandOctober found us back East again where we attended a pumpkin carving spectacular in Providence Rhode Island.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/mt-shasta.jpgMt. ShastaWe always travel somewhere on my birthday, usually with our friends Ken and Leslie. This year took us down past Mt. Shasta...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/man-at-burning-man-2017.jpgMan at Burning Man 2017I returned to Burning Man...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/californias-central-valley.jpgCalifornia's Central ValleyThrough California's Central Valley looking very spring-like.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/arch-at-valley-of-fire-state-park.jpgArch at Valley of Fire State ParkWhich includes this small but colorful arch.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/tiger-lilli.jpgTiger Lillihttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/thunderheads-at-glacier-lake-in-five-lakes-basin.jpgThunderheads at Glacier Lake in Five Lakes BasinThunderheads. Rain, hail and lightening storms added excitement to our trips.2018-01-16T03:23:29+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/12/28/the-beautiful-flowers-of-the-chatsworth-house-wednesdays-photographic-essay/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/dog-sculpture-peeing-at-chatsworth-house.jpgDog sculpture peeing at Chatsworth HouseAnd how much more real do your get than this? (grin)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/greyhound-sculpture-at-chatsworth.jpgGreyhound sculpture at ChatsworthI was amused by these realistic greyhounds. One seemed a bit dubious about the plant while a bug, or maybe a strange smell, had caught there attention of the other two.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/candles-at-chatsworth.jpgCandles at ChatsworthOne look at this dining room convinced me that you would need one servant just to light and put out the candles!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/woven-forms-at-chatsworth.jpgWoven forms at ChatsworthIncluding these beautiful forms woven from natural vines. Jane and Peggy provide perspective.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/tree-at-chatsworth.jpgTree at Chatsworthhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/peggy-mekemson-and-jane-hagedorn-at-chatsworth.jpgPeggy Mekemson and Jane Hagedorn at ChatsworthI'll conclude with Jane and Peggy relaxing on chairs made out of coins. Be sure to join us on next Wednesday's photographic essay as Jim and I pilot a 60 foot long, 8 foot wide narrow boat along picturesque English canals while Peggy and Jane operate the locks!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/peggy-and-horse-at-chatsworth.jpgPeggy and horse at ChatsworthAnd this horse seemed a bit wild-eyed about Peggy snuggling up to it. Also, check out those played back ears!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/metal-sculpture-at-chatsworth.jpgMetal sculpture at ChatsworthAnd sculptures...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/lion-at-chatsworth.jpgLion at ChatsworthIncluding this lion.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/hare-sculpture-at-chatsworth.jpgHare sculpture at ChatsworthI loved this graceful, leaping hare.2018-01-16T03:11:50+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/12/26/they-had-a-conference-on-bigfoot-and-i-missed-it-darn/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/womens-restroom-at-green-lantern-pub-copalis.jpgWomen's restroom at Green lantern Pub, CopalisAnd the women's restroom at the pub featured this guy, who apparently wasn't known for his big feet. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/very-big-feet.jpgVery Big Feethttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/surfing-sasquatch-flashes-hang-loose-symbol.jpgSurfing Sasquatch flashes hang loose symbolA local motel featured Bigfoot running with a surfboard while flashing the 'hang loose' sign.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/sasquatch-summit-billboard.jpgSasquatch Summit BillboardA billboard...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/sasquatch-hangs-out-with-carved-heron.jpgSasquatch hangs out with carved heronThe Ocean City Market, which focuses on wood carving, featured Peggy's Bigfoot and had this smaller one for sell. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/sasquatch-conference-poster.jpgSasquatch Conference posterA poster provides details.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/sasquatch-bust.jpgSasquatch busthttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/sasquatch-at-green-lantern-pub-in-copalis-wa.jpgSasquatch at Green Lantern Pub in Copalis, WaThe Sasquatch at the Green Lantern Pub was outfitted with a clam digging shovel and a green lantern.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/reflection-of-sasquatch.jpgReflection of SasquatchI was looking into a puddle when I caught this reflection of Bigfoot staring back at me.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/peggy-mekemson-holds-hands-with-large-sasquatch.jpgPeggy Mekemson holds hands with large SasquatchPeggy holds hands with a very big Bigfoot.2017-12-31T02:12:50+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/12/22/rudolph-left-a-present/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/xmas-card-5.jpgDouglas fir at Mekemson home in snow stormOne of the Douglas Firs on our property in a snow storm.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/xmas-card-4.jpgXmas Card 4https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/xmas-card-3.jpgMekemson property on Upper Applegate.This is the view from our front window when it snows.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/xmas-card-2.jpgXmas Card 2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/xmas-card-1.jpgXmas Card 1https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/wintry-black-oak.jpgWintry black oak on Mekemson property in OregonA black oak.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/whos-your-daddy_edited-1.jpgRudolph's kidsWho's your daddy? https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/white-oaks-and-manzanita-in-snow-storm.jpgWhite oaks and manzanita in snow stormhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/white-oak.jpgWhite Oakhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/white-oak-limb-in-snowstorm.jpgWhite oak limb in snowstorm at Mekemson home in OregonA white oak limb.2017-12-31T02:01:22+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/12/20/santorini-a-mediterranean-jewel-part-2-the-wednesday-photograph-series/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/final-view-of-santorini.jpgFinal view of SantoriniI'll close my look at Santorini with this final view.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/santorini-lion.jpgSantorini lionAnd a white washed lion looked down on us.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/tourist-dishes-on-santorini.jpgTourist dishes on SantoriniAs one would expect, there were the usual souvenirs, all with a Santorini twist.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/climbing-a-ladder-in-santorini.jpgClimbing a ladder in SantoriniAnd this fellow was obviously eager to climb to the top.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/sphinx-on-santorini.jpgSphinx on SantoriniAn orangish, golden sphinx hung out on a porch.2018-01-29T22:19:54+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/12/18/olympic-national-park-vampires-werewolves-and-seagulls/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/bridge-at-beach-5-olympic-national-park.jpgBridge at Beach 5, Olympic National ParkLooking across the bridge. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/warning-about-swimming-in-ocean-olympic-national-park.jpgWarning about swimming in ocean, Olympic National ParkReally? Not that we were about to take a dip into the cold waters of the Pacific Ocean on a rainy day.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/visitors-to-forks-wa.jpgVisitors to Forks, WaThis map of visitors from around the world suggested that we weren't the only people with an interest in vampireshttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/victoria-jacob-edward-and-bella.jpgVictoria, Jacob, Edward and BellaCardboard cutouts of Victoria, Jacob, Edward and Bella from the Twilight movies greeted us at the Forks' Visitors Center. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/twin-rocks-at-ruby-beach-olympic-national-park.jpgTwin rocks at Ruby Beach, Olympic National ParkA pair of twin rocks asked for a photo.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/trail-of-foam-on-beach-5-olympic-national-park.jpgTrail of foam on Beach 5, Olympic National ParkA trail of foam left behind by the tide snakes off into the distance.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/snail-carved-rocks-at-beach-5-olympic-national-park.jpgClam carved rocks at Beach 5, Olympic National ParkThese holes in the sandstone were carved by piddock clams using a rocking motion. I'm there was a lot of rocking! (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/seagulls-running-and-flying-at-ruby-beach.jpgSeagulls running and flying at Ruby BeachThe one in the middle had decided to hoof it.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/seagulls-outline-rock-at-ruby-beach-in-olympic-national-park.jpgSeagulls outline rock at Ruby Beach in Olympic National ParkI liked the way the gulls lined up on the rocks.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/seagulls-on-rocks-at-ruby-beach-olympic-national-park-p.jpgSeagulls on rocks at Ruby Beach, Olympic National Park PSeagulls lined the tops of ocean rocks at Ruby Beach in Olympic National Park. 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petroglyph at Three Rivers Petroglyph Site in New MexicoI'm assuming that this guy is a spider, although it could use some more legs. Artistic license?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/scorpion-petroglyph-at-three-rivers-petroglyph-site.jpgScorpion petroglyph at Three Rivers Petroglyph SiteScorpions pack a considerable wallop in their tail. It's best to keep out of their reach. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/scorpion-petroglyph-among-rocks-at-three-rivers-petroglyph-site.jpgScorpion petroglyph among rocks at Three Rivers Petroglyph Sitehttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/rattlesanke-rock-art-at-three-rivers-petroglyph-site-in-new-mexico.jpgRattlesanke rock art at Three Rivers Petroglyph Site in New MexicoThere are lots of snakes found among the rocks at Three Rivers Petroglyph Site in New Mexico— rock art snakes. This is a rather handsome rattler.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/rattle-snake-petroglyph-at-three-rivers-petroglyph-site.jpgRattle snake petroglyph at Three Rivers Petroglyph SiteAnother rattler, judging from the head. Obviously, the artist wanted to emphasize the business part of the snake— its head.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/petroglyph-snakes-slithering-down-rocks-at-three-rivers-petroglyph-site.jpgPetroglyph snakes slithering down rocks at Three Rivers Petroglyph SiteIn one place, we found several snakes crawling down the rocks, which was a bit creepy-crawly!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/lizard-rock-art-at-three-rivers-petroglyph-site-in-southern-new-mexico.jpgLizard rock art at Three Rivers Petroglyph Site in Southern New Mexicohttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/frog-petroglyph-at-three-rivers-petroglyph-site-in-new-mexico.jpgFrog petroglyph at Three Rivers Petroglyph Site in New MexicoSlightly off, subject, and likely close to home, but I had to put this frog somewhere...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/curt-mekemson-holds-lizard.jpgCurt Mekemson holds lizardThis is one of our local lizards that live around our house and think of our shoes as a great place to hang out. It's my last photo of the day. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/crooked-tail-lizard-petroglyph-at-three-rivers-petroglyph-site.jpgCrooked tail lizard petroglyph at Three Rivers Petroglyph SiteWe've found petroglyphs of lizards in almost every rock art site we have visited throughout the Southwest.2017-07-29T16:35:47+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2013/06/28/the-slithery-serpents-of-the-three-rivers-petroglyph-site/2017-07-10T16:45:53+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/07/09/buried-alive-under-three-feet-of-snow-the-adventure-trek-series/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/scenic-overlook-from-highway-40-of-donner-lake.jpgScenic overlook from Highway 40 of Donner LakeThe scenic overlook below Donner Pass, provides this view of Donner Lake. It was down at the far end that the Donner Party was caught in heavy snow in the winter of 1846-47 and resorted to cannibalism for survival.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/mother-1942.jpgMother 1942Another photo taken from the same location in 1942. I wasn't born yet but I may be in the photo. Can you spot me? The photo is my mother. She and my father were on their way back to Oregon after a quickie wedding in Reno. I've always wondered about the reason for the trip to Reno.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/wagon-train-over-donner-summit.jpgWagon train over Donner SummitNot very clear, but definitely worth looking at, this photo shows wagons making their way over Donner Summit. The early pioneers were a hardy bunch!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/spillway-on-serena-creek.jpgSpillway on Serena CreekWater from a small dam was flowing over the spillway.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/southern-pacific-railroad-tracks-near-donner-summit.jpgSouthern Pacific railroad tracks near Donner SummitFor those of you who like perspective shots, the Southern Pacific Railroad next to Soda Springs, provides one.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/soda-springs-road-3.jpgSoda Springs Road 3https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/soda-springs-road-1.jpgSoda Springs Road 1One of our favorite ski trips was following the Soda Springs Road, shown here, down to the American River. It was this wonderful downhill ski for several miles. When we reached the bottom, we had to walk out though.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/sierra-road-1.jpgSierra road 1I hiked down the road for a ways in May, remembering spring skiing in shorts and a T-shirt.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/serene-lakes-snow.jpgSerene Lakes snowThe snow at Donner Summit this year hearkened back to earlier years when I spent a lot of time in the winter at Serene Lakes.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/serene-lakes-in-spring-2.jpgSerene Lakes in spring 2Serene Lakes provided another opportunity.2017-07-24T21:24:34+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/07/03/nice-kitty-but-why-is-your-tail-over-your-back-the-three-rivers-petroglyph-site-part-3/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/jack-rabbits.jpgJack RabbitsThese two long eared Jack Rabbits (hares) stopped by our house for a visit a couple of weeks ago. They wanted to know if we had a coyote free zone. I couldn't make any promises so they moved on.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/cat-petroglyph1.jpgCat petroglyphWe found several mountain lion petroglyphs at the Three Rivers Petroglyph Site. Each one was different, but they all had their tails bent over their backs. I don't have a clue why.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/puma-petroglyph.jpgPuma petroglyphAnother big cat with proud tail.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/jack-rabbit-petroglyph.jpgJack rabbit petroglyphI suspect he would have liked to have had this rabbit in the enclosure with him. Everyone, it seems, like to eat rabbits. They would have been another important food source for the Journada.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/human-footprint-petroglyph.jpgHuman footprint petroglyphDefinitely human!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/horse-petroglyph.jpgHorse petroglyphThe arrival of the Spaniards to the New World in the 1500s meant that the Jornada had a dramatic new form of transportation available. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/cougar.jpgCougarThis cougar came up to sniff us at a wildlife sanctuary in southern Oregon. He looked quite friendly but it was one of those instances I was glad I was on the other side of the fence.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/cougar-print-petroglyph.jpgCougar print petroglyphTracking was a vital skill of Native Americans in hunting, or in being hunted. This was probably a mountain lion.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/cougar-petroglyph.jpgCougar petroglyphI featured this cougar in my last post. Again, note the tail over the back.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/cat-petroglyph.jpgCat petroglyphThere are several mountain lion petroglyphs at the Three Rivers Petroglyph Site. Each one has his tail bent up over his back. I don't have a clue why.2017-10-15T01:56:36+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/07/05/this-post-is-for-the-birds-the-three-rivers-petroglyph-site-of-new-mexico-part-4/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/turkey-petroglyph-5.jpgTurkey petroglyph 5Possibly a turkey head.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/turkey-petroglyph-4.jpgCanadian GooseThis sophisticated petroglyph looks a lot like a Canadian Goose to me. Note how the artist has used the contour of the rock to give body to the goose.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/turkey-petroglyph-3.jpgTurkey petroglyph 3And a stick figure turkey!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/turkey-petroglyph-1.jpgTurkey petroglyph 1A rather strange turkey you might note, with claws out, coming at you. It isn't so strange if you've experienced it, as I did. I was taking close-ups of a hen's chicks when she decided to discourage me by flying at me with claws aimed. She succeeded.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/thunderbird-totem-pole-from-vancouver-island.jpgThunderbird totem pole from Vancouver IslandPeggy and I found this totem pole thunderbird on Vancouver Island, British Colombia. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/thunderbird-petroglyph-4.jpgThunderbird petroglyph 4And these petroglyph thunderbirds in New Mexico.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/thunderbird-petroglyph-2.jpgThunderbird petroglyph 2This petroglyph of a thunderbird is one of the most powerful petroglyphs I have seen.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/thunderbird-petroglyph-1.jpgThunderbird petroglyph 1And this petroglyph Thunderbird in New Mexico.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/roadrunne-with-snake-breakfast.jpgRoadrunner with snake breakfastA roadrunner with its snake breakfast. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/eagle-petroglyph.jpgEagle petroglyphHere's his look alike petroglyph at the Three Rivers' Site.2017-08-09T03:06:28+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/06/30/bug-eyed-alien-or-shamanistic-vision-the-rock-art-of-the-three-rivers-petroglyph-site-part-2/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/three-rivers-petroglyph-11.jpgThree Rivers Petroglyph 1This is one of my favorite petroglyphs from Three Rivers. It makes me want to say, BOO! So, is it a bug eyed alien or a shamanistic vision?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/woman-having-baby-petroglyph-3.jpgWoman having baby petroglyph 3https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/woman-having-baby-petroglyph-1.jpgWoman having baby petroglyph 1A petroglyph woman in the position is pretty much assumed to be having a baby. She's even screaming.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/woman-having-baby-petoglyph-2.jpgWoman having baby petoglyph 2Here's another example.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/toothy-petroglyph.jpgToothy petroglyphOkay, scary. You wouldn't want to stick your finger in that mouth.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/three-rivers-petroglyph-1.jpgThree Rivers Petroglyph 1This is one of my favorite petroglyphs from the Three Rivers Petroglyph Site. Makes me want to say BOO!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/shaman.jpgShaman petroglyph at Three RiversThis fellow is a bit further out. I am assuming Shaman having a bad trip.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/man-petroglyph-1.jpgMan petroglyph at Three RiversThis petroglyph of a man struck me as quite realistic. Does he look like anyone you know?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/curt-mekemson-and-cougar-petroglyph.jpgCurt Mekemson and cougar petroglyphThis final photo is to prepare you for my next post where I will feature some of the wildlife of Three Rivers. This is a rather magnificent mountain lion.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/corn-god-petroglyph.jpgCorn god petroglyphOften the figures are assumed to represent gods. This one could be corn.2017-07-04T11:07:12+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/06/28/a-journey-back-in-time-to-the-spectacular-three-rivers-petroglyph-site-of-new-mexico-part-1/2017-08-09T03:00:19+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/06/26/an-ugly-pit-viper-drops-by-for-a-visit-lets-go-backpacking-part-2/2017-08-10T02:21:56+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/06/24/goatsuckers-in-the-night-lets-go-backpacking-part-1/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/tree-growth.jpgTree growthhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/sunset-5.jpgSunset 5https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/sunset-4.jpgSunset near Fordyce Creek in the northern Sierras of CaliforniaAnd enjoyed the reflection in the pond.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/sunset-1.jpgSunset near Eagle Lakes in the Sierra Nevada MountainsI walked out to check out the sunset...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/sugar-pine.jpgSugar PineThe Sugar Pine.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/sierra-bonzai-1.jpgSierra Bonzai 1https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/reflection-lake-4.jpgReflection Lake north of Interstate 80 in the Sierra Nevada Mountains of CaliforniaA small reflection lake was located a hundred yards from my camp. It came with its own water snake. The snake didn't cooperate for a photo shoot however.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/reflection-lake-3.jpgReflection Lake near Eagle Lakes in the northern Sierra Nevada Mountains of Californiahttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/reflection-lake-1.jpgReflection lake 1https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/rattler-4.jpgDiamondback rattlesnake located north of Interstate 80 in Sierra Nevada Mountains of CaliforniaThe rattlesnake was close to four feet long and had ten rattles which suggested she may have been around five-years old.2017-08-10T02:17:24+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/06/22/what-to-do-when-attacked-by-a-herd-of-elk-play-ape/2017-06-25T22:21:09+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/06/19/stuck-in-the-snow-with-tania-on-meeting-a-terrorist-group-in-the-sierras/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/patty-hearst.jpgPatty HearstPatty Hearst proudly posed for a photo in front of the seven headed cobra symbol of the Symbionese Liberation Army.2017-06-26T01:13:53+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/06/16/playing-dodge-ball-with-bounding-boulders-on-big-surs-iconic-highway-1/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/waves-crash-over-rocks-on-big-sur-coast.jpgWaves crash over rocks on Big Sur Coasthttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/waves-crash-over-rocks-on-big-sur-coast-in-black-and-white.jpgWaves crash over rocks on Big Sur coast in black and whiteAn old-time black and white rendition.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/waves-crash-over-rock-on-big-sur-coast.jpgWaves crash over rock on Big Sur coastCrashing over rocks adds another element of beauty and drama.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/waves-crash-against-coast-on-highway-1-in-big-sur-1.jpgWaves crash against coast on Highway 1 in Big Sur 1Waves crash against the shore along Big Sur's picturesque coast. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/waves-crash-against-cliffs-in-big-sur.jpgWaves crash against cliffs in Big SurCrashing waves are responsible for some of the Pacific Oceans most scenic views, but they can also undercut cliffs leading to landslide danger. A lone fisherman tries his luck while tempting his fate.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/waves-and-rocks-along-big-sur-coast.jpgWaves and rocks along Big Sur Coasthttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/rock-and-ocean-on-big-sur-coast-3.jpgRock and ocean on Big Sur Coast 3Another perspective.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/morning-glory-2.jpgMorning Glory 2Another shot.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/morning-glory-1.jpgMorning Glory 1I assumed that this was a morning glory.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/milk-thistle-2.jpgMilk Thistle 2The Milk Thistle gets its name from the white sap that flows through its veins.2017-08-19T21:43:36+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/06/14/just-too-cute-to-ignore-when-fawns-come-to-visit/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/what-birdseed-2.jpgWhat birdseed 2A close-up.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/what-birdseed-1.jpgWhat birdseed 1What birdseed?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/missy-and-fawn-1.jpgBlack Tail deer and fawn 1Missy and her baby.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/missy-1.jpgBlack tail doe in Souther Oregon yardI took this photo of Missy in our backyard a few weeks ago before she had her fawn.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/little-buck-4.jpgLittle buck 4https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/little-buck-3.jpgLittle BuckWe call this guy Little Buck. He's another of Missy's children. Actually, he was born two years ago. Missy had driven him and his sister off last year when she had a fawn. When the fawn had an unfortunate encounter with a car, Missy re-adopted her children.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/little-buck-2.jpgLittle buck 2Another shot of Little Buck.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/little-buck-1.jpgLittle buck 1https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/ground-squirrel-6.jpgGround squirrel 6https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/ground-squirrel-5.jpgGround squirrel 5When I suggested he was lying, what did he do? Check out his right paw!2020-04-09T21:52:24+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/06/11/from-baker-beach-to-the-black-rock-desert-the-fiery-journey-of-burning-mans-man/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/burn-night-2015.jpgBurn night 2015And now we come to the 2015 Man being prepped for Burn Night. It's Saturday. The art work has been removed and wood piled high for a bonfire...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/2015-man-at-burning-man-6.jpg2015 Man at Burning Man 6The 2015 Man was perched on top of a maze covered with circus posters.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/day-after-burn.jpgDay after burnThe morning after, Burners use glowing embers from the nights Burn to cook breakfast. Life goes on. The man will rise again the next year.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/burn-night-burners-3.jpgBurn night Burners 3Burners wait in awe for the Man to fall. El Pulpo Mechanico looks on.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/burn-night-burners-2.jpgBurn night Burners 2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/burn-night-burners-1.jpgBurn night Burners 1https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/burn-night-2014-2-dg.jpgBurn night 2014 2 dgThe 2014 Man goes up in flames. (Photo by Don Green.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/burn-night-2014-1.jpgBurn night 2014 1https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/burn-night-2013-4.jpgBurn night 2013 4The Man and his flying saucer teeter on the edge of falling into the fire in 2013.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/burn-night-2013-3.jpgBurn night 2013 32017-08-10T02:34:39+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/06/04/lost-in-a-sierra-snow-storm-when-the-stakes-are-survival/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/turkey-tracks-in-the-snow.jpgTurkey tracks in the snowThese turkey tracks show how clear tracks are in the snow.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/lost-in-a-snowstorm-2.jpgLost in a snowstorm 2I took this photo out my front door of our home in Oregon. And then I went back inside...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/lost-in-a-snowstorm-1.jpgLost in a snowstorm 1There is great beauty in freshly fallen snow, but there can also be danger. Avalanches, hypothermia and getting lost are three of the possible dangers.2017-06-11T22:54:34+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/06/02/a-fangorn-forest-and-a-really-weird-rock-pt-lobos-part-ii/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/yellow-flower-at-pt-lobos-ca.jpgYellow flower at Pt. Lobos CAhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/wild-hollyhock.jpgWild HollyhockWild Hollyhocks.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/violet-at-pt-lobos.jpgViolet at Pt. Loboshttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/south-shore-cove-at-pt-lobos-nature-reserve.jpgSouth Shore cove at Pt. Lobos Nature Reservehttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/sandstone-shoreline-on-south-shore-of-pt-lobos.jpgSandstone shoreline on South Shore of Pt. LobosCarmelo sandstone on the South Beach of Pt. Lobos replaces the granitic rocks on the North Shore. Like the granite, it is moving northward along the San Andreas Fault.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/sandstone-rocks-on-south-shore-of-pt-lobos.jpgSandstone rocks on south shore of Pt. LobosI found this large chunk of sandstone attractive.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/sandstone-rock-showing-concretions-at-pt-lobos.jpgSandstone rock showing concretions at Pt. LobosThis sandstone rock at Pt. Lobos has worn away to expose the concretions that were created in it millions of years ago.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/rose-at-pt-lobos.jpgRose at Pt. LobosAnd a rose, by any other name, is still a rose— even a wild rose.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/rock-scculpture-along-sea-lion-point-trail-at-pt-lobos.jpgRock scculpture along Sea Lion Point Trail at Pt. LobosThe Sea Lion Trail along the South Beach included a face.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/pt-lobos.jpgPt. Lobos2017-06-12T16:52:15+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/05/29/so-you-want-to-become-a-billionaire-maybe-you-should-go-to-burning-man/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/clay-at-google-office.jpgClay at Google OfficeWhen Clay returned to his office after a trip he had made just before Christmas, he found that every object on his desk had been wrapped in Christmas paper. It's the type of hi jinx you can expect at Google where work is play and play is serious.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/first-google-doodle.jpgFirst Google Doodlehttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/people-of-burning-man-27-dg.jpgPeople of Burning Man 27 DGThe opportunity to share the Burning Man experience with friends is one of the top reasons people give for going to the event. (Photo by Don Green.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/people-of-burning-man-26-dg.jpgPeople of Burning Man 26 DGTo share the experience with friends is another major reason why people go to Black Rock City. (Photo by Don Green.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/people-of-burning-man-25-dg.jpgPeople of Burning Man 25 DGIt isn't unusual at all to find people in there 50s and 60s, and even 70s, attending Burning Man.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/people-of-burning-man-24-dg.jpgPeople of Burning Man 24 DGCostumes are an important part of individual creativity at Burning Man. Captain Jack looked a lot like Johnny Depp. Maybe he was.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/people-of-burning-man-23-dg.jpgPeople of Burning Man 23 DGMy sense is that the the diversity of people attending Burning Man has been increasing, but it has been a slow process. (Photo by Don Green.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/people-of-burning-man-22-dg.jpgPeople of Burning Man 22 DGI'll close with Adios, also known as Tom Lovering, looking serious here. If you read the Bone stories, Tom was with me when I found hime, way back in the 70s. And we still hang out together.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/people-of-burning-man-21.jpgPeople of Burning Man 21Burning Man appeals to a wide range of ages and these there young women with their charming rabbit ears are on the lower end of the spectrum. Children are rare at the event.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/people-of-burning-man-20.jpgPeople of Burning Man 20Dapper.2017-07-01T14:41:27+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/05/24/when-lightning-strikes-tales-of-wilderness-survival/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/missy-the-doe.jpgMissy the doeNor does this doe who I photographed yesterday as she rested between flower pots in our back yard.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/visiting-buck.jpgVisiting buckDeer stop by our house in Oregon to visit us often. This buck, who is still in velvet, doesn't look particularly worried.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/towering-cumlous-clouds.jpgTowering cumlous cloudsTowering cumulous clouds are beautiful and lightning storms are exciting, but they can also be dangerous and deadly. Numerous forest fires are created by lightning strikes each year and there are approximately 50 lighting caused fatalities on an annual basis in the US alone.2017-06-11T20:14:42+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/05/22/id-almost-swear-that-harbor-seals-smile-pt-lobos-part-i/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/whale-bone-carving-of-the-carmel-mission-at-pt-lobos.jpgWhale Bone Carving of the Carmel Mission at Pt. LobosI found this whale bone carving go the Carmel Mission inside...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/museum-at-whalers-cove-at-pt-lobos.jpgMuseum at Whalers Cove at Pt. LobosThis small museum located at Whaler's Cove once housed fisherman. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/whalers-cove.jpgWhalers Covehttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/whalers-cove-at-pt-lobos-nature-reserve.jpgWhalers Cove at Pt. Lobos Nature Reservehttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/trail-sign-along-north-shore-of-pt-lobos.jpgTrail sign along north shore of Pt. LobosAn old trail sign told me I was not lost. The total hike took me around three hours but about an hour of that was devoted to photography.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/swimming-seal-at-pt-lobos-3.jpgSwimming seal at Pt. Lobos 3https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/swimming-seal-at-pt-lobos-2.jpgSwimming seal at Pt. Lobos 2I don't know if this could be classified as a smile, but I would certainly call it a look of contentment! https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/swimming-seal-at-pt-lobos-1.jpgSwimming seal at Pt. Lobos 1Here is another shot of the Harbor Seal I featured at the top of the post. This time the seal's eyes are open.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/seal-scratches-back-at-pt-lobos-2.jpgSeal scratches back at Pt. Lobos 2And this one was rolling back and forth, apparently using the sand for a good scratching.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/seal-coming-ashore-at-pt-lobos.jpgSeal coming ashore at Pt. Lobos2017-06-11T19:34:27+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/05/20/this-place-called-black-rock-city-burning-man/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/playa-deep-burning-man.jpgPlaya deep Burning ManAnd farther. By now you are out to what is known as the Deep Playa.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/playa-4.jpgPlaya at Burning ManIf things are still to crowded, you can head out farther...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/playa-3.jpgPlaya at Burning ManIf things feel too crowded, you can always bike out into the Playa. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/playa-2-burning-man.jpgPlaya 2 Burning ManAnd farther...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/desert-spider-at-burning-man.jpgDesert spider at Burning ManSand spiders are more dangerous.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/burning-man-rangers.jpgBurning Man RangersSafety is always a concern. Burning Man has its own safety officers know as the Black Rock Rangers. Of course there are also numerous other local, state, and federal law officers present. There is also an extensive emergency medical emergency operations.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/burning-man-porta-potties-4.jpgBurning Man Porta Potties 4https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/burning-man-porta-potties-3.jpgBurning Man Porta potties 3Imagine, if you will, having enough Port-a-Potties to accommodate 70,000 people. It's one of many issues Burning Man has to deal with in planning Black Rock City.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/burning-man-porta-potties-2.jpgBurning Man Porta Potties 2Porta potties lined up in Black Rock City.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/burning-man-porta-potties-1d.jpgBurning Man Porta Potties 1DThe tongue in cheek sign at the top of the post refers to the numerous banks of port-a-potties found throughout Black Rock City and out in the Playa. An army of trucks constantly services the outhouses. It's a good idea to time your bathroom chores to right after the trucks have been through.2017-06-11T20:11:42+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/05/16/the-deer-dont-have-to-pay-a-275000-membership-fee-to-play-at-the-monterey-peninsula-country-club-on-the-17-mile-drive/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/ghost-tree-candidate-on-17-mile-drive.jpgGhost tree candidate on 17 Mile DriveAnother candidate...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/ghost-tree-stop-on-17-mile-drive.jpgGhost tree stop on 17 Mile DriveThe Ghost Tree stop at #17 was my last stop. I am not sure which tree was 'the ghost tree' but I found a number of candidates as well as some interesting rock formations.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/waves-crash-over-rock-on-17-mile-drive.jpgWaves crash over rock on 17 Mile DriveA wave cooperated with me by breaking over a rock.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/the-lone-cypress-on-the-17-mile-drive.jpgThe Lone Cypress on the 17 Mile Drivehttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/tall-cypress-along-17-mile-drive.jpgTall cypress along 17 mile driveThis is the tree on the left from the above photo. It is reaching for the sky.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/rocks-near-ghost-tree-on-17-mile-drive.jpgRocks near Ghost Tree on 17 Mile DriveAnother perspective.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/rocks-look-out-on-ocean-near-the-ghost-tree-on-the-17-mile-drive.jpgRocks look out on ocean near the Ghost Tree on the 17 Mile DriveThe rock in the ocean seemed to fit right in!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/rock-sculptures-along-the-17-mile-drive-near-pebble-beach.jpgRock sculptures along the 17 Mile Drive near Pebble BeachSpeaking of rocks, I felt these might have been something that Druids would worship.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/restless-ocean-on-foggy-day-along-17-mile-drive.jpgRestless ocean on foggy day along 17 Mile DriveThe marker at the site told me that the ocean was restless because of all the rocks that the waves had to break over on their way into shore.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/restless-ocean-crashes-over-rocks-on-montereys-17-mile-drive.jpgRestless ocean crashes over rocks on Monterey's 17 Mile Drive2017-05-22T23:41:23+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/05/05/theme-camps-and-the-tribes-of-burning-man-the-burning-man-series/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/vamp-camp-at-burning-man.jpgVamp Camp at Burning Manhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/tikki-lounge-at-burning-man.jpgTikki Lounge at Burning Manhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/solar-panels-at-the-alternative-energy-zone.jpgSolar panels at the Alternative Energy ZoneThe Alternative Energy Village is the place to go if you want to learn more about alternative energy or even live off the grid. No generators are allowed in the camp.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/silicon-village-at-burning-man.jpgSilicon Village at Burning ManThe folks from Silicon Valley have been creating a village at Burning Man for many years. Don't be surprised to find the billionaire founders of such companies as Google hanging out here. The camp is large enough that it needs its own map. Smaller groups within the overall village sponsor the different areas and provide different opportunities for Burners. For example, if you want to sample various types of sauerkraut, you could check in at Pickle Me Elmo.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/sacred-spaces-village.jpgSacred Spaces VillageLooking up from inside the Sacred Spaces Village.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/sacred-spaces-village-at-burning-man.jpgSacred Spaces Village at Burning ManSearching for massage, raw food, ambient trance, native wisdom or numerous other paths to spiritual enlightenment, Sacred Spaces offers it all— plus a really gorgeous structure.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/ooligan-alley.jpgOoligan AlleyA number of the larger camps at Burning Man are music venues. One of these is Ooligan Alley with its 747 cockpit serving as the DJ booth. The sound equipment for this camp alone is worth several hundreds of thousands of dollars.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/nola-camp-at-burning-man.jpgThe French Quarter at Burning ManThe French Quarter at Burning Man brought to Black Rock City by Burners from New Orleans has always been one of my favorite camps. Great coffee and pastries can be found here, along with New Orlean's Jazz.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/kostume-cult-at-burning-man.jpgKostume Kult at Burning ManThe 2015 Art Theme at Burning Man was "Carnival of Mirrors." The Kostume Kult Tribe out of New York responded by building this camp on the Esplanade, Black Rock City's main street.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/kentucky-camp-at-burning-man.jpgKentucky Camp at Burning ManBurners from Kentucky sponsored the KFC camp which featured fried baloney on white bread and a shot of bourbon. I stopped by for breakfast.2017-05-30T17:37:04+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/05/01/from-sea-gulls-to-sea-lions-to-sea-lights-the-oregon-coast-series/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/view-from-heceta-lighthouse.jpgView from Heceta Lighthousehttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/sea-lion-cave-19.jpgSea Lion Caves on Oregon CoastA final view of the rock.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/sea-lion-cave-17.jpgSea Lion Cave 17https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/sea-lion-cave-16.jpgSea Lion Cave 16https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/sea-lion-cave-15.jpgSea Lion Cave 15https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/sea-lion-cave-14.jpgSea Lion CaveI found the drama of the cave to be as interesting as the seals.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/sea-lion-cave-13.jpgSea Lion Cave on the Central coast of OregonThe rock in the middle is also prime seal territory.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/sea-lion-cave-12.jpgSea Lion Cave on Oregon CoastSteller Sea Lions live for about 20 years. They can swim up to 17 miles per hour. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/sea-lion-cave-10.jpgSea Lion Caves on the Oregon coastThis big fellow had his head back and was barking most of the time I was in the cave.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/sea-lion-cave-9.jpgSea Lion Cave 92022-05-27T21:33:14+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/04/28/from-the-sublime-to-the-weird-burning-man-murals-and-paintings/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/zonked-out-cat-at-burning-man.jpgZonked out cat at Burning Manhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/two-cats-and-mouse-at-burning-man.jpgTwo cats and mouse at Burning Manhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/t-rex-at-burning-man.jpgT-Rex at Burning ManT-Rex looking for dinner at Burning Man.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/skeltons-and-the-man-at-burning-man.jpgSkeltons and the Man at Burning Manhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/skeleton-kids-at-play-burning-man.jpgSkeleton kids at play Burning ManAs does this painting of 'children' playing.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/peggy-and-rabbit-at-burning-man.jpgPeggy and rabbit at Burning ManPeggy stands next to a giant rabbit. One of the events at Burning Man includes a thousand or more people dressing up like rabbits and marching around Black Rock City.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/ostrich-heads-at-burning-man.jpgOstrich heads at Burning ManHow about ostriches with people heads?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/optimistic-cat-at-burning-man.jpgOptimistic cat at Burning ManMy favorite from the circus art.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/juggling-bear-with-molotov-cocktails-at-burning-man.jpgJuggling Bear with molotov cocktails at Burning Manhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/fun-and-wierd-paintings-at-burning-man-tree-man.jpgFun and wierd paintings at Burning Man, tree manThis mural should easily qualify as weird.2017-07-10T15:58:43+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/04/24/what-makes-a-lighthouse-so-appealing-the-coquille-river-lighthouse/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/coquille-lighthouse-from-below-tideline-near-bandon-oregon1.jpgCoquille Lighthouse from below tideline near Bandon, OregonPeggy and I wandered around the lighthouse taking photos from different angles. I took this from the river side. Low tide enabled me to get below the tideline.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/fresnel-lens.jpgFresnel LensA force 6 Fresnel lens on display at the Columbia River Maritime Museum in Astoria, Oregon. This could be seen for about five miles and would be used in harbors and along rivers.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/coquille-lighthouse-with-south-jetty-on-the-coquille-river-as-backdrop-p_edited-1.jpgCoquille Lighthouse with South Jetty on the Coquille River as backdrop P_edited-1https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/seals-swimming-off-the-north-jetty-of-coquille-river.jpgSeals swimming off the North Jetty of Coquille RiverA pair of seals with their big dark eyes swam along the side of the jetty and checked us out. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/sanderlings-on-beach.jpgSanderlings on beachhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/sanderlings-in-flight.jpgSanderlings in flightGet too close and off they fly, whirling in unison again as they head a few yards up the beach to continue their search for dinner. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/sanderlings-by-peggy.jpgSanderlings by Peggyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/sanderlings-and-reflection-p.jpgSanderlings and reflection PWalking along the beach we found a flock of Sanderlings. These small shorebirds are a delight to watch as they charge in unison along the beach following the tide as it rises and falls in search of delectables. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/peggy-points-way-toward-end-of-north-jetty-near-bandon-oregon.jpgPeggy points way toward end of North Jetty near Bandon, Oregonhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/peggy-on-north-jetty-of-coquille-river.jpgPeggy on North Jetty of Coquille RiverPeggy posed for me in front of this large stump on top of the jetty, a remnant of logging up the river and along the coast. 2017-05-11T16:31:44+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/04/22/lets-celebrate-the-earth-its-earth-day-2017/2017-05-04T21:01:36+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/04/21/a-church-trap-a-temple-for-timothy-learys-ashes-and-other-unique-burning-man-buildings/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/wall-street-dream-graffiti-at-burning-man.jpgWall Street Dream graffiti at Burning ManA graffiti artist urges people to dream on Wall Street's main building. I am sure, by now, that you realize that the whole complex was doomed to go up in flame.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/wall-street-bull-at-burning-man.jpgWall Street bull at Burning ManHere's the Wall Street Bull backed up by https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/wall-street-at-burning-man.jpgWall Street at Burning ManOccasionally, several buildings are included together. This was Wall Street right about the time America was suffering the severe economic crisis that had been brought on by corporate and individual greed.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/temple-of-confession-at-burning-man-top-view.jpgTemple of Confession at Burning Man top viewThe Temple of Confession at night.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/temple-of-confession-at-burning-man-photo-of-dress.jpgTemple of Confession at Burning Man photo of dressThat were very creative, but strange.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/temple-of-confession-at-burning-man-peephole-view.jpgTemple of Confession at Burning Man peephole viewThis is what I saw by looking through that particular peephole. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/temple-of-confession-at-burning-man-goat.jpgTemple of Confession at Burning Man goatThis rather impressive goat, along with a confessional, a photo of Timothy Leary, and a portion of ashes from his cremation were found inside. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/temple-of-confession-at-burning-man-eye-peephole.jpgTemple of Confession at Burning Man eye peepholeEyes like this one that included peepholes were also found inside. Would your curiosity drive you to look through the hole?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/temple-of-confession-at-burning-man-2015.jpgTemple of Confession at Burning Man 2015The Temple of Confession was covered in photographs.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/prarie-wind-chapel.jpgPrarie Wind ChapelThe Prairie Wind Chapel came with a windmill. Like the Church Trap, it had an organ and also hosted weddings of people who want to get married at Burning Man.2017-08-28T11:46:10+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/04/19/how-to-forget-you-are-being-divorced-the-story-of-bones-discovery-part-i/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/bone-reviews-story-of-how-he-was-found.jpgBone reviews story of how he was foundBone reviews the story of how he was found.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/bone-on-the-tropic-of-cancer.jpgBone on the Tropic of CancerBone visit the Tropic of Cancer...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/bone-on-seldon-pass.jpgBone on Seldon PassBone has backpacked through the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range numerous times— but that is only a small part of his adventures.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/bone-and-the-45th-parallel.jpgBone and the 45th ParallelAnd checks out the 45th Parallel.2017-04-29T17:53:42+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/04/17/bandon-oregon-an-attractive-coastal-town-where-trash-becomes-art/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/world-globe-in-bandon-oregon-showing-bandons-location.jpgWorld globe in Bandon, Oregon showing Bandon's locationA world globe we found on Brandon's Boardwalk conveniently located where we were.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/welcome-to-bandon-oregon-sign-along-highway-101.jpgWelcome to Bandon, Oregon sign along Highway 101Bandon welcomes visitors and provides activities that range from walking on its beautiful beaches, to shopping and eating in town, to play golf on some of Oregon's finest golf courses. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/washed-ashore-tidepool-in-bandon-oregon.jpgWashed Ashore tidepool in Bandon, OregonAnd this is a view of tide pool life created from trash.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/washed-ashore-puffin-head-in-bandon-oregon.jpgWashed Ashore puffin head in Bandon, OregonTrash gathered along the coastline near Bandon, Oregon is turned into art by the nonprofit organization, Washed Ashore. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/washed-ashore-puffin-feathers-in-bandon-oregon.jpgWashed Ashore puffin feathers in Bandon, OregonA closeup of the feathers on the puffin's chest.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/washed-ashore-puffin-1.jpgWashed Ashore Puffin 1Here is the puffin featured at the beginning of the post...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/washed-ashore-fish-in-bandon-oregon.jpgWashed Ashore Fish in Bandon, OregonThis delightful fish is another example of Washed Ashore's artistic endeavors.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/washed-ashore-fish-head.jpgWashed Ashore Fish headA head on view of the fish with it's scary teeth.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/peggy-and-unfriendly-trash-fish-in-bandon-oregon.jpgPeggy and unfriendly trash fish in Bandon, OregonBut here's what it might be like if she dumped her trash in the ocean!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/peggy-and-friendly-trash-fish-in-bandon-oregon.jpgPeggy and friendly trash fish in Bandon, OregonPeggy, who is a good person and always makes sure that her trash is properly disposed of and recycled when possible, can stick her hand in the fish's mouth without any fear of retribution.2020-10-21T17:43:36+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/04/12/the-ten-questions-people-most-frequently-ask-bone-the-interview/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/white-sands.jpgWhite SandsHere I am making tracks across White Sands National Monument in New Mexico. It's a great place to watch out for UFOs.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/weird-tom.jpgWeird TomWeird Tom being eaten by a desert monster.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/bone-protects-pirate-ship.jpgBone protects pirate shipBone, wearing his newly made kilt, fights off a ferocious sea monster in a scene straight out of 'Pirates of the Caribbean.'https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/erica.jpgEricaHer daughter, on the other hand, so to speak, understands proper bone ettiquate.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/bone-and-the-john-muir-trail-copy.jpgBone and the John Muir Trail copyBone backpacking on the John Muir Trail. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/nancy-pape-and-bone.jpgNancy Pape and Bone"Some people act like I have cooties." –Bone2018-01-23T04:50:44+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/04/10/face-rock-state-scenic-viewpoint-the-oregon-coast-series/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/rocks-1.jpgRocks sculpture at Face Rock State Scenic ViewpointLooking up at the rock from below.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/stairs-at-face-rock-viewpoint.jpgStairs at Face Rock ViewpointOur exploration complete, it was time to head back up the stairs...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/stream-3.jpgStream at Face Rock State Scenic park near Bandon, OregonAnd I captured a broader perspective.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/stream-2.jpgStream at Face Rock Scenic Overlook near Bandon, OregonA small stream crossed the path at the bottom of the stairways.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/stream-1-p.jpgStream at Face Rock State Scenic Overlook on Oregon coasthttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/stairs-3.jpgStairs at Face Rock Scenic OverviewI caught a photo of Peggy making her ways down the stairs.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/stairs-1-p.jpgStairs at Face Rock State Scenic Park near Bandon, OregonStairs led us down to the beach. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/rocks-and-gorse.jpgRocks and gorse at Face Rock State Scenic Viewpoint near Bandon, OregonA distant view of Bigfoot from the Viewpoint.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/rocks-10-p.jpgTwo towering rocks at Face Rocks State Scenic ViewpointPeggy caught the tide slipping in between thesis giants.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/rocks-9.jpgRocks of Face Rock State Scenic Viewpoint near Bandon, Oregon2018-01-23T19:37:50+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/04/08/a-texas-bull-comes-out-of-the-ground-a-canadian-goose-is-created-with-120000-pennies-the-art-of-burning-man/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/burning-man-dragon.jpgBurning Man dragonA closer look at the skin on its back. I thought the dog was a fun addition.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/white-dragon-at-burning-man.jpgWhite dragon at Burning ManThere are dragons at Burning man! Always. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/texas-bull-at-burning-man.jpgTexas bull at Burning manThere are regional groups of Burners around the US and around the world. One year, Burning Man requested that regional groups come up with art projects. Texas produced this magnificent bull.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/stick-house-2-bm06-copy.jpgStick Building at Burning ManA closer look.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/small-woman-or-big-chair-burning-man-dg.jpgSmall woman or big chair Burning Man dgIs this a small woman or a big chair? It is definitely an Alice in Wonderland kind of thing.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/sky-sculpture-at-burning-man.jpgSky sculpture at Burning ManI really liked this illusion of cubes climbing into the sky. (Photo by Horse Bone Tribe member Don Green.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/shooting-arrow-into-the-air-burning-man-sculpture.jpgShooting arrow into the air Burning man sculpture"I shot an arrow into the air. It fell to earth I know not where." –Longfellowhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/prehistoric-bird-at-burning-man.jpgPrehistoric bird at Burning ManThis prehistoric bird is another example of interactive art. Peggy climbed into its chest and worked bike pedals that made the wings flap.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/penny-the-goose-at-burning-man.jpgPenny the goose at Burning ManMeet Penny, the Canadian Goose. Over 100,000 pennies cover her body.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/octopus-sculpture-at-burning-man.jpgOctopus sculpture at Burning ManOne expects to find ocean creatures scattered around Burning Man. A fence surrounded this octopus that included hand cranks you could turn to move the tentacles. Much Burning Man art is designed to be interactive.2017-07-16T20:06:00+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/04/06/the-journeys-of-bone-forty-years-of-wandering-the-world/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/bone-and-tom-lovering-e1628361578348.jpgBone and Tom Loveringhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/dive-certificate.jpgBone's Dive CertificateBone went diving in the South Pacific.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/mt-everest-and-bone.jpgMt Everest and BoneBone has travelled twice to the base of Mt. Everest. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/mary-j-and-mt-kilamajaro-1.jpgMary J and Mt Kilamajaro (1)Bone loves high places. Here he is on top of Mt. Kilimanjaro in East Africa. (He's with MJ, fourth from right, standing.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/bone-at-burning-man.jpgBone at Burning ManBone has been wandering the world for 40 years. Given his nature, it is only natural that he would end up at Burning Man.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/bone-and-mayan.jpgBone and MayanBone has a love for anything ancient. Here , he perches on a Mayan sculpture in Costa Rica. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/amazon-jimmy-slept-here.jpgAmazon Jimmy slept hereWhile in the Amazon, Bone slept in the same room that Jimmy Carter had slept in. 2017-04-27T23:09:19+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/04/03/astoria-oregon-where-the-columbia-river-and-the-pacific-ocean-meet/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/tourist-shop-in-astoria.jpgTourist shop in AstoriaThis tourist shop was packed to the gills. Nice kitty.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/the-columbia-river-maratime-museum.jpgThe Columbia River Maratime MuseumA photo featuring the front of the Columbia Maritime Museum.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/t-pauls-urban-cafe-in-astoria-oregon.jpgT. Pauls Urban Cafe in Astoria, OregonT. Pauls has an eclectic menu and a foot on the ceiling. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/shark-teeth-on-display-at-astorias-maratime-museum.jpgShark teeth on display at Astoria's Maratime MuseumNow here is something to worry about. I also found this shark jaw and teeth in the museum.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/seagulls-resting-on-former-cannery-posts-in-astoria-oregon.jpgSeagulls resting on former cannery posts in Astoria, OregonNow they support a thriving seagull population.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/rainbow-over-mouth-of-columbia-river-near-astoria-oregon.jpgRainbow over mouth of Columbia River near Astoria, OregonA rainbow hangs over the mouth of the Colombia River and cargo vessels that are waiting their turn to head out into the Pacific over potentially hazardous water.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/rainbow-over-columbia-river-seen-from-astoria-oregon.jpgRainbow over Columbia River seen from Astoria, OregonIt seems only appropriate that I wrap up this post with an old piling and the rainbow across the Columbia River.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/rainbow-over-columbia-river-in-astoria-1.jpgRainbow over Columbia River in Astoria 1https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/posts-for-former-canning-industry-in-astoria.jpgPosts for former canning industry in AstoriaI suspect that these pilings once supported several canneries.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/photo-of-bumble-bee-cannery-in-astoria-oregon.jpgPhoto of Bumble Bee Cannery in Astoria, OregonAn ad photo for the Bumble Bee salmon cannery.2017-04-20T23:10:54+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/03/31/ten-major-art-installations-from-burning-mans-history/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/tower-3.jpgWhite tower at Burning ManI've always considered this tower intricate white tower beautiful.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/tower-2.jpgTower 2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/tower-1.jpgWhite tower at Burning Manhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/ship-3.jpgA sailing ship sunk in the sand at Burning ManThis massive sailing ship was sinking into the Playa.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/ship-2.jpgSailing ship art installation at Burning ManAs is often the case at Burning Man, what was inside the art piece was also fun and interesting.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/ship-1.jpgFrontal view of sailing ship sunk into the ground at Burning ManA front view of the sailing ship. I though that the detail was incredible. The ship was built in Reno.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/rocket-and-peggy.jpgRocket and PeggyBuck Rogers would have been happy with this rocket ship. Peggy provides perspective.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/medusa-3.jpgMedusa at Burning ManAnd at night.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/medusa-2.jpgMedusa sculpture at Burning ManMedusa with her snaky hair was one of the most unusual sculptures at Burning Man.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/medusa-1.jpgMedusa at Burning ManHer wiggly hairdo from the back.2017-07-31T04:03:36+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/03/29/alls-well-that-ends-grin-the-sierra-trek-series/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/waterfall-16-ta.jpgWaterfall in Trinity AlpsAnother...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/waterfall-7-trinity-alps.jpgWaterfall in Trinity AlpsThe Trinity Alps includes a number of impressive waterfalls.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/waterfall-6-trinity-alps.jpgWaterfall 6 Trinity Alpshttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/waterfall-5-trinity-alps.jpgWaterfall 5 Trinity Alpshttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/waterfall-3-trinity-alps.jpgWaterfall at Trinity AlpsAnd another.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/sunset-ta.jpgSunset TAhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/stream-2-trinity-alps.jpgTrinity Alps plantsPeggy caught this luscious scene along a small creek where we refilled our water bottles.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/stream-1-trinity-alps.jpgStream in Trinity AlpsWhile this rock caught my attention.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/shelf-fungus.jpgShelf fungusI am the fan of the small as well as the large when out in the woods. This is a shelf fungus.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/shaphire-lake-ta-1.jpgShaphire Lake TA 12017-05-26T17:32:46+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/03/27/if-someone-steals-your-spouse-or-cow-who-do-you-call-the-lightning-man/2017-04-01T04:32:47+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/03/26/from-a-giant-rabbit-to-the-old-womans-shoe-more-whimsical-and-weird-sculptures-of-burning-man/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/zonked-rabbit-at-burning-man.jpgZonked rabbit at Burning ManThis huge rabbit out on the Playa had a message of love, transformation and living in the presence. After staring at it for a moment, I thought it might also be a lesson in watching which brownies you eat at Burning Man.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/toothy-fish-emerging-dg.jpgToothy fish emerging dghttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/toothy-fish-at-burning-man.jpgToothy fish at Burning ManDefinitely weird.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/tom-lovering-and-dinosaur-at-burning-man.jpgTom Lovering and Dinosaur at Burning ManOur friend Tom Lovering took the photo of the zonked out rabbit at the top of the post. Here he is snuggling up to a Playa dinosaur.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/the-old-womans-shoe.jpgThe Old Woman's ShoeAnother view of the shoe.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/specs-and-the-man-at-burning-man.jpgSpecs and the Man at Burning ManI thought these glasses with their blue eyes made an interesting sculpture. The Man can be seen in the distance.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/specks-and-the-man-at-burning-man-2.jpgSpecks and the Man at Burning Man 2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/scary-mantis-at-burning-man-2.jpgScary mantis at Burning Man 2Those front legs are something else!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/old-womans-shoe-at-burning-man-2.jpgOld Woman's Shoe at Burning Man 2"There was an old woman who lived in a shoe. She had so many children she didn't no what to do." I like to add 'obviously.' But it was in the era before birth control.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/metal-mask-at-burning-man-2.jpgMetal mask at Burning Man 2Metal devils seem to be a thing at Burning Man.2017-04-09T16:47:20+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/03/25/have-aliens-landed-at-burning-man/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/ufo-crash-at-burning-man.jpgUFO crash at Burning ManWhat better evidence could there be than a crashed UFO that aliens are carefully monitoring Burning Man?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/ufo-3.jpgUFO at Burning ManIf further proof of alien presence at Burning Man is needed, consider this UFO.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/the-blob.jpgThe Blob at Burning ManAnd for my final proof, I submit this blob we found out on the playa one day. I am pretty sure that it is dedicated to world domination.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/spiky-headed-alien-at-burning-man.jpgSpiky headed alien at Burning Manhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/robot-alien-and-his-alien-dog.jpgRobot alien and his alien dogThis monster robot and his alien dog hung out in front of the Center Camp Cafe.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/purple-alien-at-burning-man.jpgPurple Alien at Burning ManThere is no doubt about this purple man. It is rare that the aliens are so obvious.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/peggy-and-alien.jpgPeggy Mekemson and alien at Burning ManPeggy snuggled up with this orange alien for a photo. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/p1160305-copy.jpgP1160305 copyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/our-limbed-alien-at-burning-man.jpgSix limbed alien at Burning ManThis alien had six limbs, two from her torso and four from her head.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/orange-aliens-1.jpgOrange aliens 1Strange aliens.2017-04-09T16:04:17+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/03/24/a-big-bosomed-bee-curious-cats-and-other-whimsical-art-of-burning-man/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/kong-in-a-pink-tutu.jpgKong in a pink tutu at Burning Man.How about some big monkey business. All dressed up in his pink tutu, Kong is ready to go out on the town.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/whimsical-woman-sculpture-at-burning-man.jpgWhimsical woman sculpture at Burning ManShort legs...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/whimsical-woman-sculpture-at-burning-man-2.jpgWhimsical woman sculpture at Burning Man 2And long legs.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/whimsical-man-sculpture-at-burning-man-2.jpgWhimsical man sculpture at Burning Man 2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/whimsical-man-sculpture-at-burning-man-1.jpgWhimsical man sculpture at Burning Man 1This big bottomed guy...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/whimsical-dog-sculpture-at-burning-man.jpgWhimsical dog sculpture at Burning Manhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/whimsical-burning-man-sculpture.jpgWhimsical Burning Man sculptureMy friend Ken decided he was large enough to ride, the wrong way.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/toothy-dino-at-burning-man.jpgToothy Dino at Burning ManDo you want to dance?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/suave-sphinx-2.jpgSuave sphinx at Burning ManAnd meet a Suave Sphinx.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/suave-sphinx-1.jpgSuave sphinx at Burning manPucker up...2017-04-09T16:02:17+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/03/22/a-shoplifter-the-sheriff-and-dynamite-the-sierra-trek-series/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/yarrow-1-granite-chief-copy.jpgYarrow 1 Granite Chief copyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/washington-lilly-copy.jpgWashington Lilly copyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/sneezeweed-s-8-10-copy.jpgSneezeweedI suspect there is a reason that this plant earned its common name: Sneezeweed.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/sierra-thistle-2-granite-chief-copy.jpgSierra ThistleThe Sierra Thistle can be a little prickly.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/sierra-iris-2-carson-pass-copy.jpgSierra Iris 2 Carson Pass copyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/sierra-b-8-10-copy.jpgSierra b 8-10 copyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/shooting-stars-marble-mountains-copy.jpgShooting StarsShooting Stars are one of the early flowers, coming up soon after snow has melted. They are all over our property now.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/scarlet-gilia-1-copy.jpgScarlet Gilia 1 copyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/rose-1-copy.jpgRoseI'll close today with a wild rose.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/queen-anns-lace-1-copy.jpgQueen Anns Lace 1 copy2017-03-24T16:12:23+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/03/20/something-fishy-the-sealife-aquarium-in-charlotte-north-carolina/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/tasha-and-cody-p.jpgTasha and Cody pOur daughter Tasha with Cody. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/stingray-2.jpgStingray 2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/stingray-1.jpgStingray at Sealife Museum in Charlotte, NC.A stingray with its potent, poisonous tail. The general rule is that if you leave them alone, they are happy to leave you alone. You don't want to step on one however.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/spiny-lobster.jpgSpiny LobsterThis spiny lobster did not meet my definition of what lobsters should look like. Where are the big, edible claws? When I looked this up, I also learned that our crawdads were in the lobster family!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/shark-2.jpgShark 2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/shark-1.jpgShark at Sealife Aquarium in Charlotte, NCSome Jaws music please. While Webber Creek had its share of crawdads, trout, and suckers, there were no sharks. Had there been, some of our old swimming holes wouldn't have been old swimming holes.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/sealife-aquarium-giftshop-3.jpgSealife Aquarium giftshop 3Seems that the octopus and the sea horses here have a thing for each other.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/sealife-aquarium-giftshop-2.jpgSealife Aquarium giftshop 2I am not sure what this sea creature was supposed to be.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/sealife-aquarium-giftshop-1.jpgSealife Aquarium giftshop 1I did expect that the gift shop at the Aquarium would be packed with snuggle sea life.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/seahorse-3.jpgSeahorses at Sealife Aquarium in Charlotte, NC.I like the way they are always wrapping their tales around something. Question: Are several seahorses known as a herd like horses or a school like fish?2018-01-28T19:35:54+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/03/18/john-dallen-missing-in-action-flying-the-hump-in-world-war-ii-part-i/2017-03-20T18:23:23+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/03/18/missing-in-action-flying-across-the-hump-part-3-of-3/2017-04-22T22:47:27+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/03/18/missing-in-action-flying-the-hump-in-world-war-ii-part-2-of-3/2017-03-21T01:19:24+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/03/17/colossal-women-the-sculptures-of-burning-man/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/truth-is-beauty-3.jpgTruth is Beauty at Burning ManThis photo provides a side view. Peggy is standing next to the foot for perspective.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/truth-is-beauty-2.jpgTruth Is BeautyI introduced this post with a night photo of Truth Is Beauty. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/truth-is-beauty-1.jpgTruth is Beauty 1A back view. Each of Cochrane's works are powerful from any angle.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/r-evolution-3d.jpgR-Evolution 3dR-Evolution is the third and final of Cochrane's sculptures at Burning Man. I like how this photo stand's out against the mountains. (Photo by our friend Don Green.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/r-evolution-2.jpgR-Evolution 2A night time view of R-Evolution's back.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/r-evolution-1.jpgR-Evolution 1And a front view to complete this post.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/bliss-dance-3.jpgBliss Dance by Marco CochraneI like the playful nature of Bliss Dance.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/bliss-dance-2.jpgBliss Dance 2A close up.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/bliss-dance-1.jpgBliss Dance by Marco CochraneCochrane's first work, Bliss Dance, was my favorite. She now resides in Las Vegas just off of the Strip.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/ectasy-by-dan-das-mann-and-karen-cusolito.jpgCrude Awakening by Dan Das Mann and Karen CusolitoThis sculpture caught my attention.2017-05-30T17:31:11+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/03/15/how-to-take-a-bath-in-the-woods-the-sierra-trek-series/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/03_5-6.jpgdead pine tree in the Sierra Nevada Mountains.This old pine reflects the tough life it had led existing on a high granite ridge in the southern Sierra.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/stump-near-benson-lake.jpgStump near Benson Lake PassI found this beauty near Benson Lake Pass near the northeastern corner of Yosemite National Park.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/03_3-43.jpgTree stump near Benson Lake Pass on the northeaster corner of Yosemite National Park.I found this beauty on Benson Pass near the northeastern corner of Yosemite National Park.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/wood-grain-5.jpgUnusual tree knot on a dead tree in the DesolationWilderness near Lake Tahoe.I found this unusual knot when I was climbing over a pass in the Desolation Wilderness near Lake Tahoe.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/wood-grain-4.jpgWood grains shown by an old stump on Benson Pass near the northern edge of Yosemite National Park.I found this beauty near another Pass, Benson, that is near the northeast edge of Yosemite National Park.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/wood-grain-3.jpgWood grainsThe natural flow of wood grains are often quite attractive.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/wood-grain-2.jpgWood grain 2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/wood-grain-1.jpgWood Grains on roots.Fire had once touched these tree roots.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/twisted-tree-in-southern-sierras.jpgTwisted tree in Southern SierrasMany trees take on a certain beauty when they die that matches whatever beauty they had when alive. I often find myself stopping to admire them and frequently photograph them. I couldn't help what gave this tree its twisted look.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/stump-1-carson-pass.jpgStump 1 Carson Pass2017-05-02T19:32:33+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/03/12/captain-sully-may-i-take-your-photo-a-fateful-plunge-into-the-hudson-river/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/us-flight-1549.jpgUS Airways Flight 1549Passengers make a quick exit onto the wings and into the water from American Airways Flight 1549 after its emergency landing on the Hudson River.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/tail-of-airbus-a325.jpgTail of Airbus A325https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/side-of-airbus-a325.jpgSide of Airbus A325https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/right-engine-on-airbus-a325.jpgRight engine on Airbus A325https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/photo-of-inside-of-airbus-320.jpgPhoto of inside of Airbus 320https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/passengers-on-wings-of-us-airways-flight-1549.jpgPassengers on wings of US Airways Flight 1549A final shot of passengers and crew waiting on the wings to be rescued. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/nose-of-airbus-a320-1.jpgNose of Airbus A320 1Nose of Airbus A320 on display at Carolinas Aviation Museum in Charlotte, North Carolina .https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/manual-for-us-airways-flight-1549.jpgManual for US Airways Flight 1549The flight manual for Airbus A 320.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/left-side-of-us-airways-flight-1549.jpgLeft side of US Airways Flight 1549A shot of the left side of Airbus 320.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/left-engine-us-airways-flight-1549-3.jpgLeft engine US Airways Flight 1549 32017-06-06T13:48:06+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/03/10/mutant-vehicles-iv-the-creativity-and-magic-of-burning-man/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/yellow-ducky-mutant-vehicle.jpgYellow Ducky Mutant VehicleThis giant yellow ducky stands out wherever it is.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/vw-bug-mutant-vehicle.jpgVW Bug Mutant VehicleSpeaking of bugs, here is a VW Bug art car.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/train-engine-mutant-vehicle.jpgTrain Engine Mutant VehicleAs does this steam engine.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/touch-of-east.jpgTouch of Easthttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/the-yacht-christina-mutant-vehicle.jpgThe Yacht Christina Mutant VehicleAnd yachts. This boat is named Christina and looks quite gorgeous at night.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/the-joker-mutant-vehicle.jpgThe Joker Mutant VehicleThis joker has another memorable face. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/telephone-mutant-vehicle.jpgTelephone Mutant VehicleThe thing about mutant vehicles is you never know what people are going to come up with, like this telephone: Off da hook.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/sparkle-pony-mutant-vehicle.jpgSparkle Pony Mutant VehicleNumerous animals wander the Playa. This is a Sparkle Pony. (Sparkle Pony is the name for Burners who show up and Burning Man and expect to be waited up on.) Our friend Leslie Lake thinks that is a great idea and has adopted Sparkle as her Playa Name.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/sea-creature-mutant-vehicle.jpgSea Creature Mutant VehicleI am not sure what this creature is, but I think it belongs in the sea. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/sailing-ship-mutant-vehicle.jpgSailing Ship Mutant VehicleOnce upon a time, this section of the Black Rock Desert was a huge inland sea. So why shouldn't there be sailing ships at Burning Man.2017-03-15T05:04:41+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/03/09/lets-see-shall-we-do-las-vegas-for-700-or-see-red-rock-canyon-for-7/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/uninsured.jpgUninsuredJust for fun and to conclude this post, I found a car with this license in the park. I think it is the most clever sign I have ever seen warning people they are driving too close. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/red-rock-canyon-visitors-center-p2.jpgRed Rock Canyon Visitors Center P2In addition to this realistic sculpture of a Tortoise, the center also has tortoises that live on the premises. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/red-rock-canyon-visitors-center-3.jpgRed Rock Canyon Visitors Center 3Be sure to stop off at the excellent visitor center for an introduction to the plants, animals, original inhabitants, and geology of the Red Rock Canyon.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/red-rock-canyon-visitors-center-1.jpgRed Rock Canyon Visitors Center 1https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/red-rock-canyon-p14.jpgRed Rock Canyon P14A close up along the trail taken by Peggy.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/red-rock-canyon-p12.jpgRed Rock CanyonThe trail leading into the canyon.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/red-rock-canyon-p9.jpgRed Rock Canyon P9https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/red-rock-canyon-p8.jpgRed Rock CanyonI captured this close up.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/red-rock-canyon-p5.jpgRed Rock Canyon P5https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/red-rock-canyon-p2.jpgRed Rock CanyonMuch of Red Rock Canyon provides more distant vistas. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)2017-03-10T23:33:30+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/03/07/frogs-or-aliens-petroglyphs-from-nevadas-valley-of-fire-state-park/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/foot-petroglyph.jpgFoot petroglyphI was amused by this atlatl thrower connected by a line with a dog and then a foot. What the heck does this mean?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/sanstone-cliff-near-atlatl-rock.jpgSanstone cliff near Atlatl RockAnd Peggy captured this colorful sandstone cliff with its erosion.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/plant-at-valley-of-fire-state-park.jpgPlant at Valley of Fire State ParkI found this green plant that contrasted well with the yellow sand.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/petroglyps-at-valley-of-fire-state-park-p6.jpgPetroglyps at Valley of Fire State Park P6https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/petroglyphs-of-valley-of-fire-c7.jpgPetroglyphs of Valley of Fire C7And closer. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/petroglyphs-at-valley-of-fire-state-park-p5.jpgPetroglyphs at Valley of Fire State Park P5Peggy and crew joined me to check out these petroglyphs on a cliff that we had seen before. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/petroglyphs-at-valley-of-fire-state-park-p1.jpgPetroglyphs at Valley of Fire State Park P1A close-up of the petroglyphs provides a view of an atlatl and an atlatl thrower.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/petroglyphs-at-valley-of-fire-c1.jpgPetroglyphs at Valley of Fire C1A closer look...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/petroglyphs-at-atlatl-rock-p3.jpgPetroglyphs at Atlatl Rock P3https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/petroglyph-of-woman-delivering-baby.jpgPetroglyph of woman delivering babyAnd a woman having a baby. At least that's what my rock art symbol book tells me. 2021-03-22T19:07:14+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/03/06/the-towering-white-domes-of-southern-nevadas-valley-of-fire/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/valley-of-fire-visitors-center-p2.jpgvalley-of-fire-visitors-centerPeggy discovered these rocks having a bad hair day at the Visitor's Center.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/valley-of-fire-visitors-center-3.jpgvalley-of-fire-visitors-center-3And I snapped a photo of this rock sculpture.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/valley-of-fire-rainbow-vista-p1.jpgvalley-of-fire-rainbow-vista-p1There is a reason why this area is named Rainbow Vista. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/valley-of-fire-rainbow-vista-c.jpgvalley-of-fire-rainbow-vista-chttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/valley-of-fire-rainbow-vista-2.jpgvalley-of-fire-rainbow-vista-2Again, mountains providing contrast.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/sandstone-on-road-to-white-domes.jpgsandstone-on-road-to-white-domesThe road to the White Domes included this impressive mountain of sandstone.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/road-to-white-domes-c1.jpgroad-to-white-domesThe road to White Domes climbs up through this canyon.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/information-center-view-p1.jpginformation-center-view-p1https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/domes-tree.jpgdomes-treehttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/domes-sun.jpgvalley of fire white domesI caught the sun hanging over one of the White Domes in the Valley of Fire.2017-03-16T17:44:54+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2017/03/05/the-valley-of-fire-lights-up-the-southern-nevada-desert-views-along-the-main-road/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/valley-of-fire-p3.jpgvalley-of-fire-p3https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/valley-of-fire-p2.jpgvalley-of-fireI'll conclude today's photos from our drive along the Valley of Fire's main road with this shot from Peggy that includes an impressive mountain backdrop.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/valley-of-fire-p1.jpgvalley-of-fire-p1Distant mountains add contrast and depth to the bright red sandstone. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/valley-of-fire-c16.jpgvalley-of-fire-rock-sculptureAnother favorite of mine.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/valley-of-fire-c15.jpgvalley-of-fire-beehiveThe Beehive is one of the Valley of Fire's best know rock sculptures.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/valley-of-fire-c14.jpgvalley-of-fire-c14https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/valley-of-fire-c13.jpgvalley-of-fire-c13Looking up at the Beehive provides a close up of the unique erosion of the sandstone.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/valley-of-fire-c12.jpgvalley-of-fire-c12https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/valley-of-fire-c11.jpgvalley-of-fire-c11https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/valley-of-fire-c10.jpgvalley-of-fireHoles in the sandstone are quite common. 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skies detracted from the "picture postcard" look this lighthouse in Victoria, Prince Edward Island is supposed to have, but provided a powerful backdrop for the tree that seems to lean toward it.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/44-confederation-bridge-4.jpg44-confederation-bridge-4https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/43-confederation-bridge-3.jpgconfederation-bridgeA top view of the bridge...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/41-high-winds-adjust-speed.jpgAdjust speed for high winds.High winds greeted us on the way back. Adjust your speed indeed. To a bicyclist this would be equally worrisome if not more so than the rainy day. I learned that bicyclists and walkers are required to take a shuttle across the bridge— regardless of the weather.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/40-pei-church-3.jpgpei-churchThe dark, stormy skies were back the next morning. I liked the drama they created in this photo of a church.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/39-pei-church-2.jpgpei-churchCheck this out. Note how similar the church looks to the one above. The other church I photographed was laid out in the same way. I believe the churches were different denominations. Was a common architect involved?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/36-red-soil-of-pei.jpgred-soil-of-peiPrince Edward Island thrives off of its small farms where crops such as potatoes are raised. The island is noted for its red soils. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/35-pei-house-3.jpgpei-houseAnd a final one.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/33-pei-house-2.jpgpei-houseAnother...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/32-pei-house-1.jpgPrince Edward Island homePeggy and I really fell for the charm of the houses we found on PEI.2016-10-23T17:39:08+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/10/08/was-it-the-toughest-climb-on-the-journey-the-10000-mile-bike-trek/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/28-watch-out-for-moose-sign.jpgwatch-out-for-moose-signSigns along the road had been warning us about moose...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/24-highway-8-2.jpg24-highway-8-2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/23-highway-8-1.jpg23-highway-8-1https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/22-cape-breton-church.jpg22-cape-breton-churchhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/21-hair-salon.jpg21-hair-salonhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/20-cape-breton-stream.jpgcape-breton-streamI'll finish off my Cape Breton photos with this rather lovely stream.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/19-cape-breton-forest.jpg19-cape-breton-foresthttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/18-lowlands-on-cape-breton.jpglowlands-on-cape-bretonThe Cabot Trail heads inland across much flatter country. Spring waters still flooded this field.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/17-fishing-boats-on-west-coast-of-cape-breton.jpgfishing-boats-on-west-coast-of-cape-bretonLeaving the Highlands, we came on several small communities along the coast where fishing is a major industry. Whale watching is also popular off the coast.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/16-west-coast-of-cape-breton-3.jpgwest-coast-of-cape-breton-3This impressive cliff was near the road work.2016-10-23T17:33:57+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/10/03/the-journey-home-only-5000-miles-left-the-ten-thousand-mile-bike-trek/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/23-img_0350.jpgWeather vaneI had been working my way east and north for close to four months. I now had two months of traveling west and south to return home.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/22-img_0564.jpgMontana RoadI would look at a road like this and know that I was seeing my future for the next hour or so.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/22-img_0561.jpgMontana streamhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/21-img_0583.jpgRoad shothttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/20-img_0807.jpgOld barn in MontanaAnd history...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/19-img_0814.jpgMountains in MontanaAnd this photo.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/18-img_0939.jpgIdaho riverhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/18-img_0820.jpgMountain man sculptureThis sculpture of a mountain man...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/17-img_0970.jpgIdaho Riverhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/16-img_1016.jpgMountains in IdahoAnd other in distance vistas.2016-10-16T03:22:54+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/09/28/beautiful-canada-cape-breton-and-the-cabot-trail-the-10000-mile-bike-trek/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/27-bike-tourists-on-cape-breton_edited-1.jpgbike-tourists-on-cape-breton_edited-1Shortly after we left the church, Peggy and I came on these two bicycle tourists. How appropriate, I thought. The dark cliffs looming in the background would provide the second hardest climb in my whole trip, but that's a story for my next blog.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/28-watch-out-for-moose-sign.jpg28-watch-out-for-moose-signhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/27-bike-tourists-on-cape-breton.jpgbike-tourists-on-cape-bretonShortly afterwards Peggy and I came on two bicycle tourists on the Cabot Trail. How appropriate, I thought. See the high cliff looming in the distance, it would provide the second toughest climb in my 10,000 miles. It's a subject of my next blog.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/26-north-highlands-community-museum-on-cape-breton.jpgnorth-highlands-community-museum-on-cape-bretonThis church at North Bay marked my turning point. After this, I would be heading home.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/25-north-cape-pond_edited-1.jpg25-north-cape-pond_edited-1https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/24-road-down-to-cape-north-on-cape-breton.jpgroad-down-to-cape-north-on-cape-bretonThe road leading down to Cape North, which will be the farthest point east I reach on my bike trip.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/19-ocean-highland-perspective.jpg19-ocean-highland-perspectivehttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/18-windy-day-fluffs-up-peggys-hair.jpgwindy-day-fluffs-up-peggys-hairThe cool, windy day fluffs Peggy's hairhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/16-rocky-coast-on-cape-breton.jpgrocky-coast-on-cape-bretonRocky shores touched by the Atlantic Ocean are a key element in the scenic beauty of the Cape Breton Highlands along the Cabot Trail.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/15-rocky-cape-breton-coast.jpgrocky-cape-breton-coastAnother view.2016-10-16T03:29:22+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/09/21/from-winchester-virginia-to-halifax-nova-scotia-the-10000-mile-bike-trek/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/yarmouth-mural.jpgyarmouth-muralThis mural featured a number of inhabitants in the town.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/yarmouth-buildings-3.jpgYarmouth, Nova ScotiaMore fun buildings in Yarmouth.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/yarmouth-buildings-2.jpgyarmouth-buildings-2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/yarmouth-building-1.jpgyarmouth-building-1https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/the-road-less-traveled.jpgthe-road-less-traveledWe found this mysterious 'road less traveled' along the Evangeline Trail.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/sunset-near-halifax.jpgsunset-near-halifaxA small lake near Halifax provided a sunset shot...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/salvation-army-thrift-store.jpgsalvation-army-thrift-storeYarmouth has done a good job of renovating historical buildings. This may be the fanciest Salvation Army headquarters I have ever seen. It is next to the one time Consulate building I featured at the beginning of the post.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/road-to-bar-harbor.jpgroad-to-bar-harborhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/pond-west-of-halifax-2.jpgpond-west-of-halifax-2A small lake just west of Halifax provided this reflection shot...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/pond-along-evangaline-trail.jpgpond-along-evangaline-trail2016-10-16T15:38:24+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/09/17/oh-shenandoah-i-long-to-see-you-the-10000-mile-bike-trek/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/shenandoah-river-2_edited-12.jpgshenandoah-riverAnd yes, I did find the Shenandoah River with its mountain backdrop.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/shenandoah-river-2_edited-11.jpgSouth Fork of the Shenandoah RiverAnd yes, I did find the Shenandoah.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/trees-brp-p.jpgtrees along Skyland Drivehttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/trees-5.jpgtrees along Skyline DriveSpring continued to provide me with bare trees to photograph.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/tree-lichens-sv.jpgTree Lichens in the Shenandoah ValleyTree lichens caught the attention of my camera.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/skyline-drive-tree.jpgskyline-drive-treehttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/skyline-drive-tree-4.jpgskyline-drive-tree-4https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/skyline-drive-tree-2.jpgskyline-drive-treeRegulations for the Blue Ridge Parkway and Skyline Drive suggest that bicyclists don't ride on foggy days. The fog does create some good photo ops however!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/skyline-drive-flowers-2.jpgskyline-drive-flowersNot sure what these flowers were, but I found their green hue appealing.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/skyland-drive-pine-needles.jpgskyland-drive-pine-needlesPine needles provided an interesting pattern in the fog.2016-10-04T17:46:30+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/09/14/back-when-having-a-baby-cost-six-bucks-the-10000-mile-bike-trek/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/spider-web-rr.jpgspider-web-rrhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/rr-tree-and-dogwood.jpgrr-tree-and-dogwoodhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/rr-creek-2c.jpgSmall creek on Blue Ridge ParkwayA final view of the small creek.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/railroad-steps-p.jpgrailroad-steps-phttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/railroad-creek-p.jpgrailroad-creek-pSmall bridge on the Irish Creek narrow gauge railroad. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/railroad-1c.jpgIrish Creek RailroadA view of the railroad.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/pucketts-cabin.jpgpucketts-cabinThe Puckett's cabin. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/pioneer-fence-2.jpgpioneer-fence-2The fourth type of pioneer fence on display at Groundhog Mountain.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/pioneer-fence-1.jpgpioneer fence at Groundhog MountainWe saw this type of fence on the Natchez Trace as well. Easily constructed, it requires no fence posts.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/otter-lake-falls-3c.jpgOtter Lake spillwayThe spillway for Otter Lake is also quite picturesque. 2016-10-04T17:51:33+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/09/08/things-that-go-bump-in-the-night-the-10000-mile-bike-trek/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/tunnel-1.jpgtunnel-1One of numerous tunnels along the Parkway. I found the stone work quite beautiful. Sone masons from Europe were brought in during the 1930s to help.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/tree-flower.jpgtree-flowerhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/tom-dula.jpgtom-dulaThis sign along the Parkway describes the origin of the Kingston Trio Song, "Hang Down Your Head Tom Dooley."https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/tie-dye-bug-1.jpgtie-dye-bug-1https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/spring-2.jpgCool Springs on the Blue Ridge ParkwayAnd the cool spring.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/scottish-bull.jpgscottish-bullI doubt the early pioneers would have seen this Scottish cow in the mountains.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/pine-2.jpgGhost tree along the Blue Ridge ParkwayI decided that my title today called for this 'ghost tree' I found along the Parkway. Imagine it at night with a full moon behind it and a black cat sitting on the lower branch.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/pine-1.jpgpine tree on Blue Ridge ParkwayThis is the twin to the tree I featured at the beginning of the blog. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/parkway-view-with-rain.jpgparkway-view-with-rainhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/park-headquarters-in-asheville.jpgpark-headquarters-in-ashevilleThe ultra modern Park Headquarters in Asheville includes all of the latest environmental friendly designs, including plants growing on the roof. 2016-10-16T03:34:17+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/09/05/48722-feet-of-climbing-on-the-blue-ridge-parkway-the-10000-mile-bike-trek/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/plott-balsam-overlook.jpgPlott Balsam OverlookThe Blue Ridge Mountains provide numerous opportunities to pull off the road and admire the scenery. Plot was an early pioneer who became famous for breeding bear hunting dogs. Once, according to legend, his dogs cornered a bear in a small cave. Lott went in after the bear with his knife. He won the encounter but the bear clawed him extensively. It was the last time Lott went after a bear with his knife.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/spring-view-2-along-blue-ridge-highway1.jpgSpring view 2 along Blue Ridge HighwayThis is a view of Plott Balsam Mountain and reflects how the Blue Ridge Mountains got their name. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/blue-haze-along-blue-ridge-highway1.jpgBlue haze along Blue Ridge HighwayThis photo reflects how the Blue Ridge Mountains obtained their name.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/tunnel-3-on-blue-ridge-highway.jpgTwin tunnels along the Blue Ridge Highway.And highway tunnels. There are 26 along the Blue Ridge Parkway ranging in length from 150 feet to 1434 feet.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/tree-2-along-blue-ridge-highway.jpgTree along Blue Ridge HighwayEvery turn in the road on the Blue Ridge Parkway brings gorgeous views. Some are in distant vistas but many are up close and personal, like these two trees.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/springtime-on-blueridge-highway.jpgSpringtime on Blueridge HighwayA tunnel of trees along the Blue Ridge Parkway leafing out in early spring green.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/spring-view-along-blue-ridge-highway.jpgSpring view along Blue Ridge Highwayhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/spring-view-2-along-blue-ridge-highway.jpgSpring view 2 along Blue Ridge Highwayhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/spring-time-view-2-along-blue-ridge-highway.jpgSpring time view 2 along Blue Ridge Highwayhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/spring-flowers-on-blue-ridge-highway.jpgSpring flowers on Blue Ridge Highway2016-09-14T04:45:40+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/09/01/bicycling-across-great-smoky-mountains-national-park-the-10000-mile-bike-trek/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/tennessee-river.jpgLittle Tennessee RiverHighway 411 took me across the Little Tennessee River, which didn't seem so little to me.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/spit-and-whittle-club.jpgSpit and Whittle ClubSpit and Whittle Clubs, sometimes know as Liar's Clubs, can be found throughout the US. In general, their members are story tellers who focus on 'tall tales.' I expect that this is one of their most unusual club houses!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/looking-up-near-cherokee-nc.jpgLooking up in Great Smoky Mountain National ParkLooking up. I always enjoy pointing my camera up to capture tree tops and clouds.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/highway-321a.jpgHighway 321ahttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/great-smoky-mtns-view-3.jpgGreat Smoky Mountain National ParkI liked this canyon view.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/great-smoky-mtns-view-2.jpgGreat Smoky Mtns. National ParkPeggy and I drove Across the Smokies earlier in the year than I biked across them. A number of trees had yet to leaf out.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/great-smoky-mtns-np-view-8.jpgGreat Smoky Mtns. NP view 8https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/great-smoky-mtns-np-view-6.jpgGreat Smoky Mtns. NP view 6By June this tree would be dressed in green.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/great-smoky-mtns-np-view-4.jpgGreat Smoky Mtns. NP view 4https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/great-smoky-mtns-np-highway.jpgGreat Smoky Mtns. NP highway2016-10-18T03:14:55+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/08/25/a-trip-to-the-cannabis-fair-what-no-way/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/cannabis-fence.jpgCannabis fenceThis fence, legally required to conceal cannabis farms is about a mile away from my house.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/the-good-earth-potting-soil.jpgThe good earth potting soilAnd of course you need potting soil for pot pots.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/the-eyes-have-it.jpgThe eyes have ithttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/the-cannabis-fair.jpgThe Cannabis Fairhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/pot-pots.jpgPot potsI couldn't help but thinking pot pots when I saw these. And please note: they are made in the USA.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/pioneer-pete-1.jpgPioneer PetePioneer Pete was one of a number of people who made presentations at the Cannabis Fair on the various aspects of marijuana farming.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/octopus-cannabis-pipes.jpgOctopus cannabis pipeshttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/medibles.jpgMediblesWhen these edibles are used for medical purposes they become 'medibles.' I share a concern with the cannabis industry that the pharmacy industry will step in, patent medicines, and charge a hundred times more for medical marijuana. I feel the same way about agribusiness stepping in and wiping out all the small farms.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/magical-butter-pots.jpgMagical butter potsIn addition to all of the services available for growers at the Cannabis Fair, there were also items for consumers, such as this magical butter makers. Grind up your cannabis, drop it in the pot, add butter, simmer for an hour, strain the results, and you are ready to make cookies!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/large-cannabis-pipe.jpgLarge cannabis pipe2017-01-20T20:01:56+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/08/20/the-scopes-trial-a-big-dog-and-a-speeding-semi-the-10000-mile-bike-trek/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/windows-of-dayton-tn-courthouse.jpgWindows of Dayton, TN CourthouseA guard at the courthouse was quite proud to show us that the architect of the building had incorporated windows that look like crosses.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/tennessee-river.jpgTennessee Riverhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/tennessee-river-near-dayton-tn.jpgTennessee River near Dayton, TNDayton is next to the Tennessee River. After crossing it in Alabama on the Natchez Trace, I had returned to it.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/tennessee-river-at-dayton-tennessee.jpgTennessee River at Dayton TennesseeI liked this view of it with the trees.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/table-where-decision-was-to-set-up-the-scopes-trial.jpgTable where decision was to set up the Scopes Trialhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/sunset-on-the-tennessee-river-4.jpgSunset on the Tennessee RiverAnd at sunset.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/stairway-in-dayton-tn-courthouse.jpgStairway in Dayton, TN courthouseClarence Darrow, William Jennings Bryan, Jon Scopes and everyone else involved in the trial would have walked up these steps.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/original-setting-for-scopes-trial.jpgOriginal setting for Scopes' TrialThe actual courtroom as it has been recreated.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/old-photo-of-robinsons-drug-store-in-dayton.jpgOld photo of Robinson's drug store in DaytonThe actual table where the business leaders of Dayton plotted out the steps that would lead to the Scopes Trial. The background photograph is of Robinson's drug store where they met with John Scopes.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/historical-marker-for-scopes-trial.jpgHistorical marker for Scopes Trial2016-10-16T03:50:52+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/08/17/man-or-monkey-the-scopes-trial-part-i-the-10000-mile-bicycle-trek/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/tennessee-highway-301.jpgTennessee Highway 30https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/monkey-photo-from-scopes-trial-museum.jpgMonkey photo from Scope's Trial museumMonkey photo from the Scopes' Monkey Trial museum at the courthouse in Dayton, Tennessee.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/tennessee-highway-30.jpgTennessee Highway 30The rocks along Tennessee Highway 30 as it climbs up on to the Cumberland Plateau in Tennessee are 500 million years old, or 6000 if you accept the Bible account.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/spencer-tn.jpgSpencer, TNhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/remains-of-old-stone-fort-tn-paper-mill.jpgRemains of Old Stone Fort TN paper millAll that remains of a water driven paper mill at Old Stone Fort. The mill supplied paper for a number of Southern Newspapers,https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/peggy-and-old-stone-fort-waterfall.jpgPeggy and Old Stone Fort waterfallhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/old-stone-fort-waterfall.jpgOld Stone Fort waterfallAnother.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/old-stone-fort-waterfall-5.jpgOld Stone Fort waterfall 5https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/old-stone-fort-waterfall-4.jpgOld Stone Fort waterfall 4https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/old-stone-fort-waterfall-3.jpgOld Stone Fort waterfall in TNOne of several beautiful waterfalls found on the Duck River of Tennessee as it flows through Old Stone Fort State Park.2016-08-26T16:03:17+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/08/12/three-billion-shots-of-jack-daniels-whiskey-the-10000-mile-north-american-bike-tour/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/virginia-alcohol-beverage-control.jpgVirginia Alcohol Beverage ControlThis has to be all about quality control, right?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/view-of-tennessee-river-from-natchez-trace.jpgView of Tennessee River from Natchez TraceThe Tennessee River as see from the Natchez Trace bridge across in in Alabama.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/utah-barrel-of-whiskey.jpgUtah Barrel of WhiskeyOkay, I don't get this. These folks are Mormons, and, as far as i know, Mormons don't drink! I wonder if this has anything to do with the fact that Jack learned his trade from a minister. (grin)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/us-route-64-in-tennessee.jpgUS Route 64 in TennesseeUS Route 64. As I have noted earlier, many of the two lane roads I travelled on in 1989 have become four-lane highways, often rerouted.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/trail-of-tears.jpgTrail of TearsAs I approached US 64, a sign informed me I would be heading toward David Crockett State Park and following the Trail of Tears.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/sunken-trace.jpgSunken TraceThe Natchez Trace was used so much during its heyday of the early 1800s, it cut deep grooves in the ground.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/rick-oven-for-making-charcoal.jpgRick oven for making charcoalRick oven for turning the sugar maple wood seen here into charcoal.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/old-barn-on-us-64.jpgOld barn on US 64I have always found old barns interesting because of their character and photogenic quality. There were several along US 64.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/old-barn-3-on-us-64.jpgOld Barn on US 64Another example.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/mile-359-on-the-natcez-trace.jpgMile 359 on the Natcez TraceI had travelled 359 miles on the Trace at this point and only had another 10 miles to go before I left it. I would miss its beauty and tranquility.2016-09-06T03:58:34+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/08/08/hiding-out-from-a-tornado-on-the-natchez-trace-the-10000-mile-north-american-bike-tour/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/tishomingo-state-park-10.jpgTishomingo State Park 10https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/tishomingo-state-park-9.jpgTishomingo State Park 9https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/tishomingo-state-park-8.jpgTishomingo State Park 8https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/tishomingo-state-park-7.jpgTishomingo State Park 7https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/tishomingo-state-park-6.jpgTishomingo State Park 6One of the campgrounds at Tishomingo State Park is located on this beautiful lake. I stayed here during my bile trip and Peggy and I have stayed here twice since.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/tishomingo-state-park-5.jpgTishomingo State Park 5https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/tishomingo-state-park-4.jpgTishomingo State Park 4I will conclude with this one I took as the sun set.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/tishomingo-state-park-3.jpgTishomingo State Park 3https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/tishomingo-state-park-2.jpgTishomingo State Park 2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/tishomingo-state-park-1.jpgTishomingo State Park 12016-11-06T22:53:29+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/08/06/mississippi-burning-plus-elvis-the-10000-mile-north-america-bike-tour/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/elvis-road-sign.jpgElvis road signThis road takes you to the Presley Museum in Tupelo that is located where Elvis was born.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/view-along-natchez-trace.jpgView along Natchez Tracehttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/tupelo-ms-house-where-elvis-presley-was-born.jpgTupelo, Ms. house where Elvis Presley was bornThe house that Elvis was born in and where he spent his first years.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/tupelo-ms-azelias.jpgTupelo, Ms. AzaleasMorris lives on Azalea Drive so I photographed one.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/stuffed-beaver-on-natchez-trace.jpgStuffed beaver on Natchez TraceI met this little fellow in a Natchez Trace Information Center in Kosciusko, Mississippi. He looked like he wanted to give me a hug so I decided to pass him on to you. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/statue-of-young-elvis-presley.jpgStatue of young Elvis PresleyA bronze statue of the young Elvis with guitar in hand.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/smiling-stuffed-coyote-on-natchez-trace.jpgSmiling stuffed coyote on Natchez Tracehttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/rural-scene-in-neshoba-county-mississippi.jpgRural scene in Neshoba County, MississippiYou see a beautiful, bucolic sight like this in Neshoba County and wonder about the prejudice, hatred and violence that once existed in the county.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/pigeons-roost-on-natchez-trace.jpgPigeons Roost on Natchez TraceThis pull off along the Natchez Trace is known as Pigeons Roost for the thousands of Passenger Pigeons (now extinct) that once roasted in them.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/photo-of-bike-tourist-don-glennon-on-natchez-trace.jpgPhoto of Bike tourist Don Glennon on Natchez TraceWhile we were there, a bike tourist who was riding the Trace, Don Glennon, stopped to talk with us.2016-10-16T04:14:34+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/07/25/roadkill-a-la-carte-and-the-mighty-mississippi-travelling-10000-miles-by-bicycle/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/peggy-with-cotton-picking-bag.jpgPeggy with cotton picking bagThe Frogmore Cotton Plantation near Vidalia provides an interesting overview what it would have been like to have been a slave working on a Southern Plantation. Peggy models the bag that picked cotton was put in out in the fields.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/root-hog-or-die.jpgRoot Hog, or dieThis was an interesting little store that Peggy and I found along the road. It sent me scurrying to the Internet to find out if there was anything on Root Hog or Die. I thought maybe the owner was an Arkansas Razorback fan. Turns out the phrase dates back to the early 1800s when hogs were turned loose in the woods to survive on their own. It came to mean self-reliance.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/two-spans-of-natchez-bridge.jpgTwo spans of Natchez-Vidalia BridgeThe Natchez-Vidalia Bridge across the Mississippi River.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/on-natchez-bridge.jpgOn Natchez BridgeOn our way into Natchez, Mississippi and the beginning of the Natchez Trace, which will be the subject of my next blog.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/old-tom-for-blog.jpgOld Tom card by Curtis MekemsonThose of you who have been hanging around my blog for a while know I like to develop weird cards. This is my vision of Old Tom's tombstone.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/natchez-bridge-at-night.jpgNatchez Bridge at nightThe bridge at night.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/nachez-bridge-by-peggy.jpgNachez bridge by Peggyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/mocking-bird-by-peggy.jpgMocking bird by PeggyThis mocking bird wondered how bicycling compared to flying. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/mississippi-river-barge-and-natchez-bridge.jpgMississippi River barge and Natchez bridgeA side view of the Visalia-Natchez Bridge across the Mississippi River with a barge passing under it.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/mississippi-barge-p.jpgMississippi Barge P2016-10-16T15:57:01+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/07/19/louisiana-and-an-offer-of-hooch-plus-traveling-10000-miles-by-bicycle/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/stormy-skies-in-louisiana.jpgStormy skies in Louisianahttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/rolling-hills-of-east-texas.jpgRolling hills of East Texashttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/pine-forest-in-east-texas.jpgPine forest in East Texashttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/old-road-into-a-louisana-woods.jpgOld road into a Louisana woodsI found an overgrown road leading into a pine forest for my campsite. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/oil-derreck-rest-stop-near-henderson-texas.jpgOil derreck rest stop near Henderson, TexasA rest area near Henderson appropriately featured oil derrick decorations as covers of the picnic tables. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/louisiana-logs.jpgLouisiana logshttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/louisiana-bayou.jpgLouisiana bayouA Louisiana bayou: half river and half swamp. All jungle. Picture a large water moccasin slithering across its smooth surface.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/lone-oak-tx.jpgLone Oak, TXA couple of buildings as they look today in Lone Oak. I am a fan of communities that decide to renovate their historic buildings. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/joe-roughneck.jpgJoe RoughneckJoe Roughneck, the symbol of the oil industry. My father worked as a roughneck in the Oklahoma oil boom of the late 20s until he decided he would prefer to paint scenery for plays.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/highway-84-in-louisiana.jpgHighway 84 in Louisiana2016-10-04T17:49:17+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/07/15/we-live-in-a-zoo-a-one-post-break-from-the-bike-tour/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/little-buck-talking.jpgLittle buck talkingLittle Buck is too small to get in on the action. It isn't that he won't have it in mind, but the bigger bucks, which is just about everyone, will chase him away. Here he seems to be commenting on the fact. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/little-buck.jpgLittle buck looking for appleMy last photo for the day. Little Buck looks cute in hopes of earning an apple.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/up-close-and-in-velvet.jpgUp close and in velvetHis antlers are still growing and in velvet. By September the antlers will lose their velvet and Big Buck will be ready of his lady love, or, as he prefers, lady loves.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/big-buck-1.jpgBlacktail deer three point buckHe really is handsome, and seems to know it.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/big-buck-2.jpgThree point blacktail deerFive bucks hang out on our property. These include Big Buck seen here, a bigger buck, a forked horn, a spike and Little Buck.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/going-for-the-gold.jpgGoing for the goldMom has to work hard to get enough food to feed her babies, especially when she has twins. Here she is working a white oak in front of our house. Peggy has worked had to find deer resistant plants. The deer are welcome to the oak leaves.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/the-look.jpgThe look"Who are these two legged creatures, Mom? I bet I can out run them."https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/legs-2.jpgLong legged fawnThis tyke has a long ways to go to grow into its legs.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/legs.jpgLong legged fawnThis tyke has a long ways to go to grow into its legs.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/tiny.jpgDoe and fawn in Oregon's Upper Applegate ValleyThe fawns are so tiny at first. 2016-10-18T02:41:52+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/07/13/ping-the-sound-of-one-spoke-breaking-the-10000-mile-bike-trek/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/18-downpour-near-greenville-texas.jpgDownpour near Greenville, TexasWhen this happened on my bike trip, I would get off the road and seek shelter. If nothing man-made was around, I had a small tarp that just covered me. This storm pictured here, became so intense that even Peggy and I were forced to pull off the road in our van.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/17-mckinney-water-tower.jpgMcKinney water towerDark skies over McKinney. My wheel challenges plus the weather added a week's time to my stay in Texas.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/16-denton-texas.jpgDenton, TexasThe roads around Denton have become clogged with traffic and the usual fast food joints. The Dallas/Fort Worth area has become one of the fastest growing regions in the nation. Even on my bike trip, I was faced with traffic I hadn't experienced in a thousand miles.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/15-denton-traffic.jpg15 Denton traffichttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/14-traffic-on-highway-380.jpgTraffic on highway 380And the country roads I had ridden over, have now become multi-lane freeways providing ample room for even guys like this.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/13-dallas-suburbs.jpgDallas suburbsPeggy and I found suburb after suburb where there had been farms in 1989.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/12-mels-home-and-bike-shop.jpgMel's home and bike shopPeggy and I stopped off at Mel's home in Decatur in April. I would have loved to have seen him but the house was shuttered and empty. A woman at the local Post Office told us it had been quite some time since she had see the bike shop sign. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/11-shocking-machine-for-nervous-disease-at-fort-richardson-tx.jpgShocking machine for nervous disease at Fort Richardson, TXShocking! It was believed that electrical shock was the best treatment for nervous disorders. This device provided the shock.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/10-horse-hairs-used-as-sutures.jpgHorse hairs used as suturesI can pretty well guarantee no one will guess what this is all about. The ranger told us these were hairs from a horse's tail. The hospital had used them as sutures,https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/9-preserved-snake-at-fort-richardson-tx.jpgPreserved snake at Fort Richardson, TXPickled snake. The park ranger told us that the Smithsonian had requested that the fort gather up snakes and ship them back to Washing ton to study. This one was still hanging around.2016-10-04T18:04:27+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/07/07/larry-mcmurtry-and-archer-city-texas-a-detour-the-10000-mile-bike-trek/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/23-skull-at-booked-up.jpgSkull at Booked UpAnd this skull as well, which I thought was appropriate for a bookstore whose owner had written so many glorious books about the West.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/22-lonhorn-skull-at-booked-up-in-archer-city-tx.jpgLonhorn skull at Booked Up in Archer City, TXI also found this dramatic skull with it Saguaro Cactus backdrop.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/21-refrigerator-art.jpgRefrigerator artI wandered around into the far corners of the store where I found a refrigerator covered in unusual refrigerator art.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/20-perusing-books-at-booked-up.jpgPerusing books at Booked UpJohn and Peggy peruse the history section at Booked Up.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/19-booked-up-sign.jpgBooked Up signThe Booked Up sign in the window of Bookstore #1 signifies just how informal the store is.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/18-john-dallen-and-hangmans-noose-archer-tx.jpgJohn Dallen and hangman's noose, Archer, TXJohn, always up for a little gallows humor, modeled for me. He refused to put the noose over his head, however.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/17-gallows-in-archer-city-tx.jpgGallows in Archer City, TXThe upstairs gallows was finished in 1910. A trapdoor is under the noose and was released by the lever in back. Hanging was outlawed in 1911 and the gallows was never used.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/16-womans-jail-cell-in-archer-city-tx.jpgWoman's jail cell in Archer City, TXThe women's cell featured a throne with a view and a blue bathtub.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/15-curt-in-drunk-tank-archer-city-tx.jpgCurt in drunk tank Archer City, TXThe jail, in itself is worthy of stopping off at the museum. Here I am locked up in the drunk tank. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/14-monster-in-archer-city-tx.jpgMonster in Archer City, TXAnd then I saw a photo the museum featured.2016-07-14T18:16:42+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/06/28/and-just-how-big-is-texas-the-10000-mile-bike-trek/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/davids-poetry-book.jpgDavid's poetry bookhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/red-soil-of-west-texas1.jpgRed soil of West TexasI wasn't prepared for the extensive farms and the red soil I found in West Texas.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/16-texas-longhorn-from-garza-county-museum.jpg16 Texas longhorn from Garza County Museumhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/15-tapestry-at-garza-county-museum.jpg15 Tapestry at Garza County Museumhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/14-order-of-the-arrow.jpg14 Order of the Arrowhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/13-lion-in-front-of-garza-museum-post-texas.jpg13 Lion in front of Garza Museum Post Texashttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/12-saddle-from-garza-county-museum.jpg12 Saddle from Garza County Museumhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/11-harvey-the-invisible-rabbit.jpgHarvey the invisible rabbitI am not sure how Harvey the rabbit made it into the museum, but there he was, all six feet of him.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/10-bear-skin-at-garza-county-museum.jpgBear skin at Garza County MuseumThere was also a bear rug. My toes, unbidden by my more rational mind which thought 'poor bear,' wanted to bury themselves in the rug.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/9-buffalo-at-garza-county-museum-post-texas.jpgBuffalo at Garza County Museum, Post TexasThere is nothing particularly unusual about finding a stuffed buffalo head in a museum. But i found the sign on the side quite interesting. A quote: "In order to subdue the Plains Indians, mass extermination of the buffalo was ordered by the US Government." 2016-07-01T05:31:03+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/06/26/adios-ufos-hello-pecos-bill-the-10000-mile-bike-trek/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/escarpment.jpgEscarpmentThe looms in the distance. The tan line that seems to be at the base is the Mescalero Dunes.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/rocky-mountains.jpgRocky MountainsI would have to return to the west to get views like this. The Rocky Mountains would be waiting for me in Montana.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/windmill-outside-of-browsfield-texas.jpgWindmill outside of Browsfield Texashttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/welcome-to-tatum-nm-sign.jpgWelcome to Tatum NM signIt wasn't surprising that the Welcome to Tatum sig would feature a cowboy, windmill and cattle, representative symbols of the Old West. But note the oil well on the lower right, a symbol of the new/old west that has been given a whole new life with fracking.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/tatum-nm-mural.jpgTatum, NM muralFor my final photo of the day, this mural adorned the side of a business in Tatum. The spirit of the Old West lives on.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/tatum-nm-metal-art-discussion.jpgTatum NM metal art discussionMore of Tatum's metal art. I am thinking gossip. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/tatum-metal-art-coyoties.jpgTatum Metal art coyotesCoyotes are survivors, ultimately adaptable to their environment. Have the rabbits been wiped out? "Here kitty, kitty, kitty."https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/tatum-metal-art-buffalo.jpgTatum metal art buffaloWho better to represent the vanished Old West than the buffalo. Fortunately, they are making something of a comeback, but never again will millions wander across the unfenced plains.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/red-soil-of-west-texas.jpgRed soil of West Texashttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/pecos-river-valley-on-highway-380.jpgPecos River valley on Highway 380My roads in the west were always disappearing over the horizon. This is New Mexico 380 dropping down into the Pecos river and climbing out the other side.2016-07-02T21:18:04+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/06/17/roswell-ufos-and-billy-the-kid-the-10000-mile-bike-trek/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/flying-saucer.jpgFlying saucerMy flying saucer looked a lot like this, except it was clearer.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/20-roswell-ufo-cartoon.jpgRoswell UFO cartoonI'll conclude today's post with this cartoon I found in the museum (grin).https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/19-roswell-alien-art.jpg19 Roswell alien arthttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/18-roswell-newspaper-with-ufo-crash-article.jpgRoswell newspaper with UFO crash articleThis news story was based on the original release from the US Army, before it begin claiming a weather balloon had crashed.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/17-ufo-museum-in-roswell.jpgUFO Museum in RoswellThe UFO Museum is filled with interesting facts and speculation about the UFO crash.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/16-alien-stuff-in-roswell.jpgAlien Stuff in RoswellAnd other alien stuff.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/15a-roswell-ufo-army-humor.jpgRoswell UFO army humorFun signs...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/15-roswell-t-shirt.jpgRoswell T-shirtAs expected, you could find cute T-shirts...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/14-roswell-alien-with-earth.jpgRoswell alien with earthA little green man contemplates what to do about earth while standing on the streets of Roswell.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/13-print-shop-mural-in-roswell.jpgPrint shop mural in RoswellIt isn't required, but Peggy and I found numerous businesses in Roswell with alien themes. This was a print shop. 2016-10-04T18:11:34+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/06/15/dun-gon-an-atom-bomb-and-smokey-bear-the-10000-mile-bike-trek/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/el-camino-real.jpgEl Camino RealThe road I was following jogged off to the right and I decided to climb over the fence and continue down I-25, not thinking about how many stickers were waiting for me.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/13-smokey-bear-restaurant.jpgSmokey Bear RestaurantSmokey the Bear Restaurant is located next to the memorial site and is full to the brim with Smokey the Bear memorabilia. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/12-smokey-fire-prevention-sign-at-grave-site.jpgSmokey fire prevention sign at grave siteSmokey as an adult. This sign is located at his memorial.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/11-baby-smokey-bear-fire-prevention-campaign.jpgBaby Smokey Bear fire prevention campaignDozens of posters were created of Smokey for fire prevention campaigns. This one emphasizes the burns Smokey had received from the fire.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/10-baby-smokey-carving-in-capitan-nm.jpgBaby Smokey carving in Capitan, NMThis small statue of a bear cub climbing a tree is at Smokey's grave site.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/9-highway-380-between-carrizozo-and-capitan-nm.jpgHighway 380 between Carrizozo and Capitan NMIt was near here where Smokey the Bear was found as a cub and I found the sign with a bullet hole.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/7-valley-of-fire-nm-lava-p.jpg7 Valley of Fire NM lava Phttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/6-valley-of-fires-national-recreation-area-nm.jpg6 Valley of Fires National Recreation Area NMhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/5-highway-380-west-of-carrizozo-nm.jpgHighway 380 west of Carrizozo NMCrossing the desert toward Carrizozo heading east.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/4-looking-out-toward-trinity-site-of-first-atomic-bomb.jpgLooking out toward Trinity site of first atomic bombLooking out across the desert toward the Trinity bomb site.2016-06-20T21:28:49+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/06/10/the-very-large-array-and-messages-from-space-a-bike-trek-special/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/14-vla-radio-telescopes.jpgVLA Radio TelescopesWe took this shot as we were leaving.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/13-radio-telescopes-and-repair-facility-at-vla-in-new-mexico.jpg13 Radio Telescopes and repair facility at VLA in New Mexicohttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/12-very-large-array-radio-telescope-in-new-mexico.jpg12 Very Large Array radio telescope in New Mexicohttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/11-computer-monitor-at-vla.jpgComputer monitor at VLAThe massive computer room is closed to the public but we did tour the monitoring room. The Array is monitored 24/7 by scientists in case of any problems. This chart shows spikes caused by incoming radio waves.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/10-vla-radio-telescopes-photographed-by-peggy-mekemson.jpgVLA radio Telescopes photographed by Peggy MekemsonThis photo shows the rails that the radio telescopes travel on. Once the telescope arrives at it preset positions it is bolted down and plugged in to the power and fiber optic cable system. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/9-y-track-sculpture-at-vla.jpgY-track sculpture at VLAThis sculpture at the VLA represents the Y of the track configuration.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/8-close-up-of-vla-radio-telescope-dish.jpgClose up of VLA radio telescope dishThe dish is 82 feet in diameter.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/7-radio-telescope.jpgRadio telescopeEach of the radio telescopes at the Very Large Array in New Mexico is massive, weighing https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/6-very-large-array-new-mexico.jpg6 Very Large Array, New Mexicohttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/5-diego-montoya-mayor-of-magdalena-new-mexico.jpgDiego Montoya Mayor of Magdalena New MexicoDiego Montoya2016-12-05T18:12:29+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/06/07/bicycling-70-miles-up-the-rocky-mountains-for-a-piece-of-pie-the-10000-mile-bike-trek/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/18-highway-60-in-new-mexico-near-the-vla.jpgHighway 60 in New Mexico near the VLAAs I biked toward camp, the setting sun turned the grass a golden color.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/17-vla-telescopes-in-late-afternoon.jpgVLA telescopes in late afternoonImagine coming on this in a high plains desert and not having a clue what they were. I'd start thinking aliens.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/16-new-mexico-route-60-high-plains-west-of-rockys.jpg16 New Mexico Route 60 high plains west of Rocky'shttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/15-rock-face-on-new-mexico-highway-60.jpg15 Rock Face on New Mexico Highway 60I never have any trouble spotting faces in rocks. Is it because I have an active imagination, or am I just weird? No, don't answer that. BTW, this guy looked friendly.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/14-ponderosa-pines-on-new-mexico-highway-70.jpgPonderosa pines on New Mexico Highway 70I bicycled through Ponderosa Pine forests coming off go the Continental Divide on the east side of the Rocky Mountains.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/13-off-the-summit-on-new-mexico-highway-60.jpg13 Off the summit on New Mexico Highway 60Downhill for 40 plus miles— a bicyclist's dream.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/12-windmill.jpg12 WindmillWind mills are a common sight in the arid west. A windmill museum sits next to the Pie-O-Neer restaurant.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/11-kathy-knapp-the-pie-lady.jpg11 Kathy Knapp the Pie LadyPeggy, Kathy and I standing behind Quivera the Van. I am holding onto Blue, the bike I travelled 10,000 miles on.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/10-restroom-sign-at-pie-town.jpg10 Restroom sign at Pie TownAt least this message in the restroom was plain and simple.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/9-geeks-and-pie-town.jpgGeeks and Pie TownA note from the QueLab of Albuquerque, a gathering place for geeks, displayed even more geekiness. 2016-06-27T17:51:38+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/06/03/on-to-the-edge-of-the-rocky-mountains-the-10000-mile-bike-trek/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/wild-bill-holbrook-az-alligator.jpgWild Bill, Holbrook, Az AlligatorFossils are found throughout the area. Wild Bill serves as an attraction to get people into the shop.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/volcanic-rocks.jpgVolcanic rocksThe region around Springerville is one of the major volcanic areas in the US, as the mounds of lava suggest.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/tumbleweed.jpgTumbleweedOne expects to find barbed wire fences in the west. What made this one fun was that it was capturing tumble weed as it rolled across the plains. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/springerville-tree.jpgSpringerville treehttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/springerville-museum.jpgSpringerville MuseumThis photo provides an example of how full the museum was.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/sam.jpgSam Stack at the Springerville, AZ museumAs Peggy and I retraced my bike route over the past couple of months and visited local museums along the way, we were struck by how friendly, knowledgeable and helpful local staff were. Sam Stack at the Springerville Museum is an excellent example.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/rocks.jpgRockshttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/rembrandt.jpgRembrandt sketch at Springerville, Arizona museum.What was totally unexpected was a Rembrandt sketch.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/rambo-sculpture.jpgRambo sculpturePeggy and I decided to visit the local museum in Springerville and check out its featured display on Casa Malpas, a prehistoric ceremonial site of the Mogollon Culture that was occupied between 1240 and 1350 CE. What we found was much more, including Rambo, the desert Big Horn.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/petrified-wood.jpgPetrified woodThey did have petrified wood samples at the south entrance to Petrified Forest National Park. I have always been fascinated by the rocks.2016-06-11T03:06:57+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/05/30/a-very-scary-night-in-winslow-the-10000-mile-bike-trek/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/curt-and-apollo-capsule.jpgCurt and Apollo capsuleBecause of its similarity to craters on the moon, the Arizona Crater was used of early astronaut traIning.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/18-downtown-winslow-arizona.jpgDowntown Winslow, ArizonaDowntown Winslow as it looks today, pretty much as it looked in 1989 and 1949.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/17-visitor-center-winslow-arizona.jpgVisitor Center Winslow, ArizonaThe Winslow visitor center. Once again, the connection with Route 66 is emphasized. This was once a store that sold Navajo blankets and jewelry. Many such stores were located along historic Route 66 in Arizona and New Mexico.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/17-meteor-crater-wall-of-astronauts-1.jpg17 Meteor Crater Wall of Astronauts 1https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/16-astronaut-wall-of-fame.jpg16 Astronaut Wall of Famehttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/15-apollo-test-capsule-at-arizoan-meteor-crater.jpgApollo Test Capsule at Arizoan Meteor CraterBecause of its resemblance to craters on the moon, astronauts used it for training in the early years of NASA's program.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/14-arizona-meteor-crater-2.jpgArizona Meteor CraterI missed seeing the Arizona meteor Crater on my bike trip so Peggy and I stopped by there a few weeks ago as I retrace my route. It is a very impressive hole in the ground.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/13-san-francisco-mountains-arizona.jpgSan Francisco Mountains, ArizonaAnother view of the San Francisco Mountains— this time from the east. Flagstaff nestles at their base.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/13-arizona-crater-impact-zone.jpg13 Arizona Crater impact zonehttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/12-san-francisco-mountains-during-storm.jpgSan Francisco Mountains during stormA storm rages over the San Francisco Mountains. Hopi legend has it that their Kachina gods wander the mountains during storms. Apparently they don't like to be disturbed. Nasty things can happen to the unweary human. 2016-06-07T23:42:53+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/05/23/route-66-a-journey-back-in-time-the-10000-mile-bike-trek/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/9-kignman-arizona-route-66-sign.jpgKingman Arizona Route 66 signKingman, Arizona is quite proud of its connection to Route 66. Two different museums in town feature Route 66 themes.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/22-sunset-at-grand-canyon-caverns-arizona.jpgSunset at Grand Canyon Caverns ArizonaSunset at the Grand Canyons Cavern Campground.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/21-stormy-skies-at-grand-canyon-caverns.jpgStormy skies at Grand Canyon CavernsSunshine lights up dark clouds that were promising rain at the campground.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/20-peggy-at-cheap-motel.jpgPeggy at cheap motelWhen I talk about the inexpensive motels I found along my bike route, this is what Peggy assumes they looked like. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/19-route-66-map.jpgRoute 66 MapAnd this map showing historic Route 66.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/18-betty-boop-at-grand-canyon-caverns-cafe.jpgBetty Boop at Grand Canyon Caverns cafeThe restaurant featured Betty Boop.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/17-route-66-police-car-at-grand-canyon-caverns.jpg17 Route 66 police car at Grand Canyon Cavernshttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/16-curt-and-dinosaur-at-grand-canyon-caverns-arizona.jpgCurt and dinosaur at Grand Canyon Caverns ArizonaThe campground/motel and caverns also featured dinosaurs. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/15-grand-canyon-caverns-on-route-66-in-arizona.jpgGrand Canyon Caverns on Route 66 in ArizonaMy campground for the evening with a typical Route 66 sign.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/14-mesa-along-route-66-above-kingman-arizona.jpgMesa along Route 66 above Kingman ArizonaA mesa above the highway. Traveling over the mets and beyond will bring you to the Grand Canyon.2016-06-02T04:52:46+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/05/15/from-death-valley-to-las-vegas-the-10000-mile-bike-trek/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/a-bomb-copy.jpgSign at Nevada Test Bomb SiteThe sign at the Nevada Nuclear Bomb Test Sight.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/17-whacky-las-vegas-2.jpgWhacky Las VegasAs demonstrated by this and the last photo.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/16-whacky-las-vegas.jpgWhacky Las VegasThe city has always had a whacky side...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/15-show-girls-in-las-vegas.jpgShow girls in Las VegasShow girls have always been popular. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/14-fantasy-land-las-vegas.jpgFantasy Land Las VegasAt night, Las Vegas can turn into a fantasy land.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/13-venice-in-las-vegas.jpgVenice in Las VegasThe resort-casinos along the way have spent billions designing sets, such as this mini-Venice, designed to lure you off the streets.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/12-paris-in-las-vegas.jpgParis in Las VegasToday's emphasis is more on Las Vegas being a resort destination, somewhere you might take the family. Like to Paris for example...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/11-golden-nugget-las-vegas.jpgGolden Nugget Las VegasWhile Las Vegas has changed extensively over they years, it has retained its purpose of separating you from your money. Early casinos, like the nugget, suggested you would be taking gold home.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/10-golden-goose-las-vegas.jpgGolden Goose Las VegasAnother example. What's more symbolic of obtaining untold, unearned wealth than the Golden Goose.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/9-road-to-las-vegas.jpg9 Road to Las Vegas2016-05-20T23:31:56+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/05/10/bicycling-through-death-valley-the-10000-mile-bike-trek/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/20-death-valley-volunteer.jpgDeath Valley volunteerWe found this character at Furnace Creek demonstrating how to make arrowheads. For a moment, I though Santa Clause may have made a wrong turn.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/19-ken-and-leslie-at-452-feet-below-sea-level.jpgKen and Leslie at 452 feet below sea levelKen and Leslie, 452 Feet below sea level at the lowest point in North America.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/18-devils-golf-course-in-death-valley.jpgDevil's Golf Course in Death ValleyDevil's Golf Course is on the way to Bad Water. The Panamint Mountains are in the background.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/17-gold-canyon-death-valley.jpgGold Canyon face in Death ValleyThis gargoyle-like rock was on the edge of the Canyon.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/17-artists-pallate-death-valley.jpg17 Artist's pallate, Death Valleyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/16-flowers-in-death-valley.jpgFlowers in Death ValleyWe just missed the major display of flowers in Death Valley, but I caught these guys in Golden Canyon.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/15-gold-canyon-3-death-valley.jpgGold Canyon Death ValleyAnother view of Golden Canyon. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/14-ken-and-leslie-lake-in-golden-canyon-death-valley.jpgKen and Leslie Lake in Golden Canyon Death ValleyOur friends Ken and Leslie Lake in Golden Canyon. Ken, too, has bicycled across the US. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/13-zabiskie-point-by-peggy.jpgZabriskie Point by Peggy MekemsonZabriskie Point is a short distance from Furnace Creek. I biked right by it on may way out. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/12-twenty-mule-canyon-7.jpg12 Twenty Mule Canyon 72016-09-23T00:26:12+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/05/06/a-huge-bull-a-blinding-snowstorm-and-an-insane-downhill-the-10000-mile-bike-trek/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/white-flowers.jpgWhite flowersAnd these carpets of white flowers further up in the foothills.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/white-flowered-field.jpgWhite flowered fieldhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/texas-longhorn.jpgTexas longhornPeggy and I found this Texas Longhorn not far from where I had my bull encounter. The bull didn't have horns like this but he was a heck of a lot bigger!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/stream.jpgSierra foothill streamA charming stream beckoned.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/sierra-nevada.jpgSierra Nevada Mountains above Central ValleyThe Sierra Nevada Mountains as seen from a road leading into Porterville, California.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/sierra-nevada-2.jpgSierra Nevada MountainsAnother view of the Sierras from the Central Valley. These two photos were looking north. I would cross over to the south several thousand feet lower.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/rocks.jpgRocks in foothills above Porterville, California.Rock outcroppings along the road were quite beautiful.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/road-photos.jpgOld Stage Road near PortervilleThe road worked its way through the foothills that were coated with spring green.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/road-and-hills.jpgroad and hillshttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/poppies.jpgPoppies2016-09-23T15:19:00+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/05/03/the-castle-air-museum-a-bike-trek-special/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/thermonuclear-bomb.jpgThermonuclear BombThe casing for one of the nuclear bombs the Peacemaker would have carried. This nuclear weapon was mass produced and had the capacity of 15-20 million tons of TNT.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/razn-hell-ww-ii-airplane-art.jpgRaz'n Hell WW II airplane artBombs away.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/peggy-and-b24-liberator-cap.jpgPeggy and B24 Liberator Caphttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/peace-maker-2.jpgPeace Maker 2Peggy providing perspective with the Peacemaker.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/peace-maker-1.jpgPeacemaker airplane at Castle Air Museum.The Peacemaker.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/north-american-f-100-super-sabre-42.jpgNorth American F 100 Super Sabre 42https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/madam-queen-wwii-airplane-art.jpgMadam Queen WWII airplane arthttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/lockheed-blackbird-side-view.jpgLockheed Blackbird side viewA back view of the Blackbird.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/lockheed-blackbird-side-view-2.jpgLockheed Blackbird side view 2A sideview of the Blackbird.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/lockheed-blackbird-front-view.jpgLockheed Blackbird front viewThis Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird is on display at the Castle Air Museum near Merced in California. It could fly over Mach 3.3 or 2,350 miles per hour2016-09-23T00:33:51+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/04/29/no-bad-dog-the-10000-mile-bike-trek/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/train-of-santa-fe-drive-in-central-valley.jpgTrain of Santa Fe Drive in Central ValleyTrain tracks meant trains, which I always considered an excuse to get off my bike and watch them pass.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/sierra-nevada-mountains-from-central-valley.jpgSierra Nevada Mountains from Central Valleyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/sierra-nevada-mountains-from-a-distance.jpgSierra Nevada Mountains from a distancehttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/santa-fe-drive-4.jpgSanta Fe Drive 4https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/santa-fe-drive-3.jpgSanta Fe Drive in the Central Valley of CaliforniaCycling down Santa Fe Drive featured long, straight stretches, fruit trees and a train track.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/santa-fe-drive-2.jpgSanta Fe Drive 2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/santa-fe-avenue-1.jpgSanta Fe Avenue 1https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/raisin-city.jpgRaisin CityRaised City reflected the poverty faced by many farm workers in the Central Valley... a poverty not shared by the majority of farmers.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/miners-lettuce.jpgMiner's lettucehttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/merced-suburbs.jpgMerced suburbs2016-05-18T00:03:25+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/04/22/gold-screaming-fat-cells-and-a-great-white-whale-the-10000-mile-bike-ride/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/escalon-motel_edited-1.jpgEscalon MotelThe Escalon Motel as It looks today. Peggy and I stopped for a photo. Several restaurants and a Starbucks are now located nearby and the motel looked like it had received a recent paint job.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/the-road-to-escalon.jpgThe road to EscalonThe long road to Escalon...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/the-mokulumne-river.jpgThe Mokelumne RiverI could have stopped on the Mokelumne River near Clements that still had water, bit I cycled on the the Calaveras.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/sutter-creek.jpgSutter Creek, CaliforniaMany of the old gold rush town along Highway 49 have done a great job of maintaining their early buildings. Sutter Creek is a good example.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/riding-sown-into-the-central-valley-on-highway-88.jpgRiding down into the Central Valley on Highway 88The decision, heading for the flat lands. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/highway-49-sign_edited-1.jpgHighway 49 signThis sign really wasn't pointed this way, but it is how I imagined it.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/highway-49-out-of-sutter-creek.jpgHighway 49 out of Sutter CreekThe road out of Sutter Creek. There will be lots of street shots in this series, since this was my world for the six months I bicycled.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/highway-49-and-route-88.jpgHighway 49 and Route 88Decision time. Do I ride on down Highway 49 to Jackson and beyond? Or do I cut right and ride toward Stockton and the Central Valley?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/foothills-near-jackson-california.jpgFoothills near Jackson CaliforniaThe foothills of California may be beautiful in spring, but they also make for steep cycling— any time of the year.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/escalon-motel.jpgEscalon MotelI rolled in to the Escalon Motel at 6:00 and rode over to the office. 2016-06-07T23:02:27+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/04/20/the-ten-questions-people-most-frequently-ask-bone-the-10000-mile-journey/2016-09-23T00:30:03+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/04/17/traveling-companions-peggy-eeyore-bone-10000-miles-by-bike/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/tom-and-bone.jpgTom and BoneTom, being wonderfully weird on a raft trip down the Colorado River he was leading, put on a Bone headpiece.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/mt-everest-and-bone.jpgMt Everest and BoneBone checks out Mt. Everest in Nepalhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/mary-j-and-mt-kilamajaro-copy_edited-1.jpgMary J and Mt Kilamajaro copy_edited-1Bone celebrates on top of Mt. Kilimanjaro!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/img_5188.jpg"Bone" getting lucky!"Bone" getting lucky!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/iguanas-south-pacific-jose-copy.jpgiguanas south pacific Jose copyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/eeyore-and-bone.jpgEeyore and boneHe and Eeyore have been bosom buddies ever since Eeyore rescued him from being hung in Tombstone.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/chacmool-copy.jpgChacmool copyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/bone-on-forester-pass.jpgBone on Forester PassBone traveled with me when I backpacked 360 miles with me to celebrate my 60th birthday. He got a little high along the way, which isn't surprising since he is a California bone.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/bone-on-colorado-rive.jpgBone on Colorado RiveBone, wearing his PFD, scouts a major rapid on the Colorado River before floating though it.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/bone-in-pfd.jpgBone in PFDBone dressed up for the Canyon trip in his own life best.2016-05-31T14:47:57+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/04/14/a-10000-mile-bike-trek-begins-with-the-first-pedal-maybe/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/24-peggy-mekemson-of-wandering-through-time-and-place.jpgPeggy Mekemson of Wandering through time and placePeggy has volunteered to drive the whole trip so I can take photos and write notes. What a woman! Eeyore, another of our travel companions peers out the back window.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/23-old-well-in-drytown-ca.jpgOld well in Drytown CAA photo of the well.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/22-old-well-motel-and-cafe-in-dry-creek-ca.jpgOld Well Motel and Cafe in Dry Creek, CAI made it 18.3 days on day one and stopped at Old Dry Well Motel and Cafe in Dry Creek. My plan for the next day was to make it 30 miles! The world had other plans for me.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/21-skunk-and-highway-49.jpgSkunk and highway 49This is an historic spot. I was on my first ever official date. Mom, boyfriend, and Paula had taken me with them to dinner in Sutter Creek. On the way back, boyfriend and Mom had climbed in the back and insisted I drive home. "But I just got my learner's permit last week," I pointed out. I was just beginning to gain confidence when I ran over the skunk here.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/20-consumnes-river.jpgConsumnes RiverI once organized a student strike so we could have a ditch day as seniors. I wasn't expelled and we got the day. We held our party on the Consumnes River a couple of miles upstream from this photo. I had stopped for lunch at a small greasy spoon restaurant along the river on my bike and was kept company by a cat and a drunk. "You are fucking crazy," he had told me when he learned of my journey.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/19-highway-49-in-early-spring.jpgHighway 49 in early springThe foothills of California are beautiful in the springtime. Shortly after this Highway 49 began its steep, curvy descent to the Consumes.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/18-poor-reds-in-el-dorado-ca.jpgPoor Reds in El Dorado CAPoor Red is long since dead but his Bar-B-Q restaurant lives on in Eldorado, an historic eatery from the 1940s well-known throughout Northern California.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/17-gold-rush-era-building-in-diamond-springs-ca.jpgGold Rush era building in Diamond Springs, CAThis beautiful old gold rush era building is about a 100 yards away from our house.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/17-b-tony-pavy.jpgTony Pavy's property in Diamond Springs Ca.Tony Pavy lived just outside of Diamond on the road to El Dorado. As I cycled past it, I was reminded of the time he threatened to shoot me with a shotgun.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/16-georges-alley.jpgGeorge's Alley in Diamond Springs CAOur alley didn't have a name at first. Then the County decided to name it Graveyard Alley. Mother gave Marshall and me our orders. "Make the sign disappear. Don't tell your father." We did. The County put up another sign. It disappeared. Finally, the County decided to namer it Georges Alley after the first man who lived on the alley. We liked him. The sign stayed.2016-09-23T00:38:09+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/04/09/is-insanity-a-requirement-for-bicycling-10000-miles/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/texas-longhorn.jpgTexas Longhorn got lost and moved to CaliforniaYou can get lonely when you are out on the road. I'd moo at cattle along the way for entertainment. They always turned to look, and would often moo back.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/tea-party-meeting.jpgTea party meetinghttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/storm-clouds-in-arizona.jpgStorm clouds in ArizonaThreatening skies suggest that traveling the interesting and historic Route 66 was about to get more interesting.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/sharing-the-road.jpgSharing the roadBig rigs traveling 60 miles per hour on narrow roads with no shoulders tended to elevate my heart rate, especially when they chose to come up behind me and honk their horns. (Most were quite courteous.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/route-66-sign.jpgRoute 66 signhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/open-road.jpgBicycling through the South WestDo you have any idea how many remote, lonely roads there are in America and Canada. I found many of them on my bicycle. They did have a way of going on and on...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/luxurious-accomodations.jpgLuxurious accomodationsWas this rustic accommodation a chance for shelter?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/dinosaur-in-holbrook-az.jpgDinosaur in Holbrook AZI ran into dogs that were about as big as this dinosaur and wanted to eat me.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/death-valley-character.jpgDeath Valley characterhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/curt-in-death-valley.jpgCurt Mekemson in Death ValleySerious bicyclists wear bright clothes. They want to be seen. I bicycled through Death Valley on my trip. I found this jersey there a couple of weeks ago.2016-04-20T13:48:11+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/04/05/a-ten-thousand-mile-bike-trip-let-the-journey-begin/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/tp-roll-at-big-o-tires-roswell-nm.jpgTP roll at Big O Tires Roswell NMEven the toilet paper dispenser followed the theme. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/staff-at-big-o-tires-roswell-nm.jpgStaff at Big O Tires Roswell NMThe staff at Big O was great. Putting new shocks on Quivera was a massive challenge. She is not mechanic-friendly. The mechanic on the left worked diligently. The front desk man helped us maintain our sense of humor. "Twenty more minutes" he told us several times. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/sink-at-big-o-tires-in-roswell-nm.jpgSink at Big O Tires in Roswell NMWe were quite amused by the sink in the Big O Tire restroom.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/quivera-the-van.jpgQuivera the VanQuivera, the Van. We put a sing on Quivera to encourage people to follow my blog. The blue bike on the outside is the bike I rode around North America.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/nabt-3.jpgRoute of Curt Mekemson's bike tour of North AmericaThis is the route I followed through the US and Canada. From Kingman to Holbrook, Arizona I followed Route 66 or I-40 and stopped to check out or ride the historic road when ever possible.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/nabt-2.jpgNABT 2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/nabt-2_edited-1.jpgNABT 2_edited-1https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/nabt-1.jpgNABT 1https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/curt-mekemson-on-bike-during-10000-mile-journey.jpgCurt Mekemson on bike during 10,000 mile journey28 years ago, after wrapping up my part in increasing California's tobacco tax, I decided to go on a 10,000 mile bike trip around North America. Peggy and I are now redrawing the route.2016-09-29T15:56:59+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/03/31/from-anchorage-alaska-to-fairbanks-by-rail-a-perfect-10/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/18-air-photos-in-alaska-4.jpgAir photo of the Alaska Range taken from Alaska AirlinesI usually don't have much luck with photos taken out of airlines but I feel this photo of the Alaska Range taken on our Alaska Airways trip back to Anchorage from Fairbanks is an exception.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/17-cooper-and-i-on-alaska-railroad.jpgTraveling on the Alaska RailroadOur son Tony and his family talked us into the railroad trip and other great adventures we had on this visit to Alaska. We owe the family big. In this photo, Tony and Cammie's son Cooper has decided my head is a good place for a snooze. (I took this as a selfie.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/16-mt-denali-4_edited-1.jpgDistant view of Mt. Denali taken along the Alaska RailroadAnd a final view of Mt. Denali in the distance.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/15-mountain-scene-on-alaska-railroad-5.jpgMountain Scene on Alaska Railroad between Anchorage and Fairbanks.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/14-mountain-scene-on-alaska-railroad-3.jpgMountains along Alaska RailroadMore impressive mountains...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/13-mountain-scene-on-alaska-railroad-1.jpgMountain scene on Alaska RailroadMuch of our time was spent admiring magnificent mountains. A different kind of animal made the tracks in this photo, people on snowmobiles, a primary form of transportation in backcountry Alaska.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/12-hurrican-canyon-along-alaska-railroad-2.jpgHurricane Canyon along Alaska RailroadLooking the other way across Hurricane Canyon provided this magnificent view of the canyon and the Alaska Range.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/11-moose-along-alaska-railroad-3.jpgMoose along Alaska Railroad 3We were there long enough to see them moving along at the upper end of the small lake.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/10-moose-along-alaska-railroad-2.jpgMoose along Alaska Railroad in Hurricane CanyonI liked the shadows they cast in the bright sunlight. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/9-moose-highway-along-alaska-railroad.jpgMoose Highway along Alaska RailroadWhile bears hibernate during the winter, moose operate year around, this open, ice covered river provided a moose highway as indicated by the trails.2016-09-23T16:06:59+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/03/28/sled-dogs-are-among-the-worlds-best-athletes-alaska/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/15-future-sled-dog-champion.jpgFuture sled dog championSo, is this the future sled dog champion of the world? No, I think it might be a Toy Pomeranian. A woman walked by with it on a leash. When I asked if I could take the pups photo, she picked it up, handed it to me, and snapped our photo. Next blog: the great train trip from Anchorage to Fairbanks.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/14-sled-dog-team-at-chena-hot-springs-ak-p.jpgSled dog team at Chena Hot Springs, AK pA final shot of the sled dogs at Chena Hot Springs as they round a corner carrying Tony, Connor and Cooper. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/13-chena-hot-springs-sled-dog-pup.jpgChena Hot Springs Sled dog pupSled dogs are raised from puppies, such as this cut fellow at Chena.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/12-sled-dog-named-luke-skywalker-at-chena-hot-springs.jpgSled dog named Luke Skywalker at Chena Hot SpringsLuke Skywalker was happy to greet the grandkids. All of the dogs came with imaginative names.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/12-sled-dog-kennels-at-chena-hot-springs-ak.jpgSled dog kennels at Chena Hot Springs, AKDog kennels at Chena Hot Springs. Libby Riddles told me that mushers normally owned a number of dogs. Imagine feeding this lot! And cleaning up their poop.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/11-chena-hot-springs-husky.jpgChena Hot Springs HuskyA more traditional Husky. I took this photo at Chena Hot Springs.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/10-todays-sled-dog-racers-are-mixed-breeds-p.jpgToday's sled dog racers are mixed breeds pToday's racing sled dogs look quite different from the sled dogs of 30 years ago. These are Eurohounds, a mixture of traditional Alaska Huskies and German Short Haired Pointers.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/9-sled-dogs-ready-to-provide-tourist-ride-at-chena-hot-springs.jpgSled dogs ready to provide tourist ride at Chena Hot SpringsThese dogs in Chena Hot Springs were prepared to provide our son Tony and grandsons cooper and Connor with a ride. The fist dog is the lead dog, the next are swing dogs, the following four are team dogs and the last two are wheel dogs.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/8-racing-sled-dogs-at-fur-rendezvous-p.jpgRacing sled dogs at Fur Rendezvous pPeggy caught the dogs racing for the finish line.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/7b-bundled-up-on-touring-sled-in-chena-hot-springs.jpgBundled up on touring sled in Chena Hot SpringsWhile more traditional sleds are built to haul loads, or, in this case, our Daughter-in-law Cammie and Grandson Chris at Chena Hot Soprings.2016-09-22T04:47:01+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/03/20/alaskas-fur-rendezvous-from-outhouse-races-to-sled-dogs/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/19-rondy-parade-13.jpgLarge colon in 2016 Fur Rondy Parade in Anchorage, AKI recognize that this large colon had an important message. But I can't help myself; it was strange. And what in the heck were the folks dressed up inside supposed to be? There is no way I would dress up and be a whatever in a colon. I'll leave you with this image for my post. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/18-rondy-parade-1.jpgOld tractor featured in 2016 Fur Rondy Parade in Anchorage, AK.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/17-rondy-parade-14.jpgOld truck featured in 2016 Fur Rondy Parade in Anchorage, AK.There were old trucks...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/16-rondy-parade-19.jpgOld car featured in 2106 Fur Rondy Parade in Anchorage, AK.There were a number of old cars in the parade...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/15-rondy-parade-p1.jpgMacho truck performance at 2016 Fur Rondy Parade in Anchorage, AK.Apparently, this is the latest in macho tricks by four wheel vehicles.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/14-rondy-parade-3.jpgHells Angel at 2106 Fur Rondy Parade in Anchorage, AKThis Hell's Angel participant brought a slightly different flavor to the parade.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/13-rondy-parade-9.jpgMethodist M&Ms at Fur Rondy Parade in Anchorage , AKI think these M&Ms had a Methodist Flavor.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/12-rondy-parade-10.jpgBernese Mountain dog pulling cart in Fur Rondy parade Anchorage, AKThis Bernese Mountain Dog stopped by for a sniff.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/11-rondy-parade-11.jpgBernese Mountain Dogs in the 2016 Fur Rondy Parade, Anchorage, AK.Bernese Mountain Dogs were out in force at the parade. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/10-rondy-parade-8.jpgWhite bread costume at Fur Rondy Parade in Anchorage, AFRemember the white bread of your youth? 2016-04-01T16:32:53+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/03/15/more-alaska-ice-and-snow-art-anchorage-fairbanks-and-chena-hot-springs/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/snow-sculpture-city-destroying-monster.jpgSnow sculpture city destroying monsterThis city destroying monster reminded me of a Japanese movie character out of the 60s.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/1-native-alaskan1.jpg1 Native Alaskanhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/24-seahorse.jpgCarved ice seahorse at Aurora Ice Museum in Chena Hot Springs, AKI thought this carved ice head of a seahorse was rather elegant.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/23-ice-bar.jpgToasting with carved ice glasses at the Aurora Ice Museum Chena Hot Springs, AKHere we are toasting out of carved ice glasses at a bar made out of ice, while sitting on ice chairs. We had hoped to be toasting Tony's appointment as a commander at the US Naval Academy in Connecticut. He did receive the appointment, but not until after we had returned to Oregon.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/21-fish-1.jpgAmusing ice carved fish at Aurora Ice Museum.This fish with its huge lips was amusing.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/20-face.jpgIce carved face at the Aurora Ice Museum in Chena Hot SpringsOur exploration of ice art continued at the Aurora Ice Museum at Chena.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/19-birthday-dinner.jpgDinner at rustic Chena Hot Springs restaurantDinner and service at the rustic Chena Hot Springs Lodge were excellent. Here the family wishes me a Happy Birthday.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/18-road-to-chena.jpgRoad to Chena Hot Springs near Fairbanks, AKThe road to Chena Hot Springs. I kept looking for moose. There were plenty of tracks but I didn't spot one. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/17-whale-1.jpgIce carved Whale at Alaska Kid's Ice Park in FairbanksAnd this whale.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/16-snake-dragon-2.jpgCarved Ice snake dragon at Alaska Kids' Ice Park in Fairbanks, AlaskaI really liked this snake dragon...2016-09-23T00:50:33+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/03/12/the-word-ice-art-championships-on-the-road-to-the-olympics/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/9-son-of-son-china-21.jpg"Son of a sun" ice carving"Son of a Sun" at nighthttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/21-tricky-fishing-phillipines-and-usa-3.jpg"Tricky Fishing" ice carving sculptureThis boy seems to have hooked into a whopper! It is my last photo for the 2016 World Ice Art Championships in Fairbanks.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/20-hard-to-handle-usa.jpg"Hard to Handle" ice carving sculptureThe sculpture called "Hard to Handle" seems something of an understatement. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/19-star-gazing-usa-1.jpg" Star Gazing" ice carving sculptureWhere there are huge bears, there are likely to be moose done in native Alaskan style. He was "Stargazing."https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/18-renewed-embodiment-usa.jpgRenewed Embodiment ice carving sculptureA carver adds a touch of color to this bear titled "Renewed Embodiment."https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/17-destinee-france.jpg"Destinee" ice carving sculptureTwo carvers from France created "Destinee."https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/16-mission-on-mars-korea-and-usa-2.jpg" Mission on Mars" ice carving sculptureA futuristic "Mission on Mars."https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/14-snapped-usa-2.jpg"Snapped" ice carving sculpture at nightA snapping turtle had him by the tail!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/13-snapped-usa-3.jpg"Snapped" ice carving sculptureThere was quite a set of chompers on this fellow titled "Snapped." But there was another reason for his wide open jaws besides hunger...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/12king-fisher-usa-1.jpgModel for Kingfisher ice carving sculptureThe model that "Kingfisher" was based on.2016-12-09T17:03:32+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/03/10/the-2016-world-ice-art-championships-in-fairbanks-alaska-part-ii-the-artists/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/1-alice-with-anne-marie-taberdo1.jpgIce Sculpture "Alice" with Anne Marie TaberdoAnne Marie Tabardo takes a break from carving "Alice" at the International Ice Art Festival in Fairbanks.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/18-the-beginning-of-time-mongolia.jpgThe Beginning of Time ice carving sculpture"The Beginning of Time" shown at night, my last photo for this blog.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/17-the-beginning-of-time-mongolia.jpg"The Beginning of Time" ice art sculpture"The Beginning of Time."https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/16-aaahh-baammm-beee-beeem-mongolia.jpgAAAHH BaaMMM Beee Beeem, ice sculptureAnd at night.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/15-aaahh-baammm-beee-beeem-mongolia.jpgAAAHH BaaMMM Beee Beeem, ice art sculptureAAAHH BaaMMM Beee Beeem during the day...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/14-yahoo-russia.jpgYahoo! ice art sculpture with ostrich headI couldn't resist this close up of the ostrich's head. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/13-yahoo-russia.jpgYahoo! ice art sculptureAnd here she is at night, going all out with legs attached!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/12-yahoo-russia.jpgYahoo! ice art sculptureYahoo! seemed to be an appropriate title for this woman riding her ostrich.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/11-nature-of-conflict-usa.jpg"Nature of Conflict" ice art sculptureI took this close up of Nature of Conflict during the day.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/10-nature-of-conflict-usa.jpg"Nature of Conflict" ice art sculptureA close up of the "Nature of Conflict" ice sculpture during the day.2016-12-09T17:09:52+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/03/08/the-spectacular-2016-world-ice-art-championships-the-alaska-series/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/21-north-wind-and-sun-japan-3.jpg21 North Wind and sun, Japan 3A final view for this post. Many more impressive ice sculptures will be included in my next blog.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/20-north-wind-and-sun-japan.jpg20 North Wind and sun, Japan"The North Wind and Sun" almost silver reflecting the cold north sun. Temperatures were in the teens, however, warm for Fairbanks in the winter. (I've been there at -30 degrees below zero Fahrenheit.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/19-stuck-up-usa-4.jpg19 Stuck up, USA 4"Stuck Up" by night.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/18-stuck-up-usa.jpg18 Stuck up, USA"Stuck up," a fun title for a fun sculpture caught here during the day.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/17-jellyfish-hunter-russia-and-monaco-4.jpg17 Jellyfish Hunter, Russia and Monaco 4A close up of the Jellyfish Hunterhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/16-jellyfish-hunter-russia-and-monaco-2.jpg16 Jellyfish Hunter, Russia and Monaco 2Lit up at night, the "Jellyfish Hunter" has caught its jellyfish.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/15-jellyfish-hunter-russia-and-monaco_edited-1.jpg15 Jellyfish Hunter, Russia and Monaco_edited-1The "Jellyfish Hunter" receives its final touches before judging.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/14-still-i-rise-usa-4.jpg14 Still I rise, USA 4Chains broken, "Still I Rise" is freed to soar off into the heavens.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/13-still-i-rise-usa-1.jpg13 Still I rise, USA 1"Still I Rise" has his feet worked on. Hands and chains have yet to be added.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/11-a-beautiful-noise-usa-2.jpg11 A Beautiful Noise, USA 2Here it is at night.2016-09-23T00:57:53+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2016/02/26/fire-in-the-night-the-man-burns-burning-man-2015/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/20-man-burns-at-burning-man-2.jpgMan Burns at Burning Man 6And finally, he begins to fall, bringing an to the burn.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/19-man-burns-at-burning-man-2015-3.jpgMan burns at Burning Man 2015 5And eventually, even that is burned away.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/18-man-burns-at-burning-man-2015-5.jpgMan burns at Burning Man 2015 4The Burning of the Man on Saturday night gives the event its name.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/17-man-burns-at-burning-man-1-dg.jpgMan Burns at Burning Man 4Don Green took this photo.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/16-man-burns-at-burning-man-2015-11.jpgMan burns at Burning Man 2015 2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/15-man-burns-at-burning-man-2015.jpgMan burns at Burning Man 2015 1https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/14-fireworks-at-burning-man-2015-6.jpgFireworks at Burning Man 2015 3The fireworks can be intense with dozens of explosions going off at once.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/13-burning-man-2015-fireworks-13.jpgBurning Man 2015 fireworks 2My search for unique mutant vehicles stops immediately when the fireworks start.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/12-burning-man-2015-fireworks-11.jpg12 Burning Man 2015 fireworks 11https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/11-burning-man-2015-fireworks-14.jpgBurning Man 2015 fireworks 4Red spotlights set the man off against the fireworks. 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house at Olompali State Park in California.Remnants of Camilo's adobe house, and that of his father, still stand at Olompali State Park.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/fence-2.jpgBurdell fence built at Olompali State Park in CalforniaI found this ancient fence at Olompali State Park. It was likely built by the Black/Burdell Families who owned the property between 1852 and 1940.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/lizzard.jpgFence Lizard at Olompali State Park in California.And this aptly named Fence Lizard I found sunning itself on the fence. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/scenery-3.jpgScenery at Olompali State Park in CaliforniaThis large rock with its gorgeous backdrop above the barn caught my attention.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/orchard.jpgorchard at Olompali State Park in CaliforniaRemnants of an extensive fruit orchard planted by the Burdells still remain. It was said that their oranges matched anything coming out of Southern California. Bananas— not so good.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/house-1.jpgSalt block house at Olompali State Park.This salt block househttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/barn-3.jpgBoarded up barn window at OlompaliThis old, boarded up window on the barn had personality plus. Animals must have chewed away at the right side.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/barn-2.jpgBarn window at Olompali State ParkReflections caught in one the barn's windows.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/barn-4.jpgBurdell barn at OlompaliA corner shot of the barn looking up for a different perspective.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/barn-1.jpgBurdell barn at olompaliA barn built by the Burdells and other ranch structures still stand at Olompali Park. And I have a weakness for old barns. (grin)2015-10-28T00:12:38+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/10/03/olompali-miwoks-the-grateful-dead-and-a-hippie-commune-the-north-coast-tour/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/brodiaea-1.jpgHarvest Brodiaea used by Miwok Indians for food.Bulbs of Harvest Brodiaea were baked, boiled or eaten raw by the Miwok. This is another photo I took along the American River Parkway.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/buckeye-10-a.jpgBuckeye flowersA close up I took of buckeye flowers while hiking along the American River Parkway. The fruit of the buckeye was also crushed by the Miwok and thrown into streams to knockout fish that were then gathered for food.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/buckeye-4.jpgBuckeyeBuckeye trees in bloom along the American River Parkway in Sacramento. Buckeyes, well leeched to remove poison, served as back up food when acorns were scare.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/bay-tree.jpgBay Laurel tree at Olompali State Parkhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/miwok-home.jpgMiwok homeThe Miwoks built some of their homes with redwood siding, or at least redwood bark. This example of a Miwok shelter is located at Olompali.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/drakes-bay.jpgDrakes Bay at Point Reyes National SeashoreThese distinctive cliffs at Drakes Bay in Point Reyes National Seashore were used to help identify where Sir Francis Drake landed in https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/img_0278.jpgMarin Cheese FactoryIt is a good thing that the Marin Cheese Factory isn't located near my home. I'd end up weighing 300 pounds. Its brie cheese is to die for.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/motel-scene-2.jpgBackdrop to Days Inn in Novato CA 2One evening I went out and captured the same shot as the sun went down.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/motel-scene.jpgBackdrop for Days Inn in Novato, CATo me, the coastal ranges of California provide some of the most scenic views in the world. This was behind the Days Inn where I stayed in Novato. I love the contrast between the gold of the grass and the green of the oaks.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/oak-1.jpgOak tree at Olompali State Park in CaliforniaI photographed this picturesque oak tree at Olompali State Park. Later I discovered the same tree was featured on the cover of the Park's brochure. Acorns from oaks were a major source of food for the Miwok Indians.2015-11-04T22:51:37+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/09/29/backpacking-into-the-grand-canyon-part-iii-my-muscles-go-on-strike/2015-10-16T04:08:32+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/09/25/burning-man-a-media-circus-or-possibly-the-greatest-show-on-earth/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/man-burns-2.jpgMan burning at Burning Man 2015I'll conclude with this shot of the Man taking on a ghostly appearance as he burns on Saturday night.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/chapel-4.jpgBurning Man Temple at Sunrise in 2015The Burning Man Temple at sunrise is guaranteed to draw a crowd. Burners had spontaneously joined hands as the sun little up the Temple.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/performance-art-1.jpgperformance art at Burning Man 2015Performance art is found everywhere in Black Rock City.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/robo-2.jpgRobot at Burning Man 2015This robot with his dog and a flower was in front of the Center Camp Cafe. He would raise the flower up to his nose and sniff it.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/round-art.jpgRounded sculpture at Burning Man 2015To this unique sculpture that I found very attractive.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/shoe-3.jpgThe old woman who lived in a shoe sculpture at Burning Man 2015To this 'Old Woman Who Lived in a Shoe' sculpture...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/woman-5.jpgGiant female sculpture at Burning Man 2015Sculptures come in all sizes at Burning Man. From this giant woman...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/costume-1.jpgCostume at Burning Man 2015.Costumes are big at Burning Man, as are the dust storms seen in the background.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/mv-1.jpgDragon mutant vehicle at 2015 Burning ManThe dragon mutant vehicle on the left brought its baby this year.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/medusa-1.jpgMedusa sculpture at Burning Man 2015Medusa with her snake hair was one of my favorite sculptures in 2015.2015-10-04T04:10:07+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/09/20/backpacking-into-the-grand-canyon-part-ii/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/gc-trails.jpgGrand Canyon TrailsAlthough this photo is a little blurry and from another Grand Canyon trail, I included it because it provides a perspective on the trails into the Canyon that receive minimal attention from the Park service. Main tourist trails are like freeways in comparison.2015-10-04T05:22:52+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/09/17/home-invasion-part-ii-when-a-rattlesnake-comes-to-visit/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/pilots.jpgPilotsTony, Peggy and Tasha stand on the pilots block and prepare for their assisted paragliding adventure.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/burning-man-temple.jpgBurning Man Temple 2015As I have each year, I will be doing a series of blogs on Burning Man. This is the 2015 Temple.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/sausalito-houseboats.jpgSausalito HouseboatsSome of the fun houseboats in Sausalito just north of San Francisco.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/img_0865.jpgEntrance to the Triangle Tattoo Museum in Fort BragEntrance to the tattoo museum in Fort Brag.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/reading.jpgReading in living roomAmong other things, our living room was give over to reading. Peggy has the boys full attention on this one.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/lego-1.jpgLegos in LibraryOur library became Lego Central.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/img_0215.jpgPeggy paragliding 2And climbing high into the sky.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/img_9789.jpgSunsetOne evening we enjoyed an incredible sunset (this is not photoshopped) followed by a thunderstorm, which is never welcome in the summer due to the danger from fires.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/peggy-paragliding.jpgPeggy paraglidingPeggy paragliding over the Applegate Valley.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/feeding-missy-apples.jpgFeeding Missy applesMissy the Deer made out like a bandit as soon as the boys— and Dad, Clay— discovered that she like to eat apples. Several times each day we would hear, "Missy is outside wanting an apple." Of course she was. Missy recognizes a soft touch when she sees one.2015-10-04T04:34:31+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/09/15/home-invasion-with-enough-guns-to-turn-back-attila-the-hun-part-i/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/img_9744.jpgBlowing bubblesBubbles escape from the fray.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/tasha-and-tony-make-bubbles.jpgTasha and Tony make bubblesTasha joins Tony in the bubble making business while the two you old Cooper takes a photo break.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/ethan-2.jpgEthan 2The view I normally had of Ethan as he dashed by me with both guns blazing.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/chris-and-water-pistols.jpgChris and water pistolsChris proves to me that his water pistols are functioning and ready for action.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/connor-and-water-pistols.jpgConnor and water pistolsConnor leads the attack with a frontal assault.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/bubbles-1.jpgwater gun target practiceShooting water guns accurately was practiced nightly before the big water gun fight. Four of the boys go after bubbles that Tony is creating.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/cody-and-water-pistols.jpgCody and water pistolshttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/home-invader.jpgHome invaderDo you think this Burning Man fish is scary...2015-10-23T23:08:09+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/07/01/where-glass-borders-on-fantasy-the-work-of-dale-chihuly/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/blue-birds-2.jpgBirdlike sculptures by ChihulyThese gracefull birdlike sculptures reminded me of Peggy's Flamingos.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/blue-and-green-1.jpgContrast of blue and green glass sculptures by Dale Chihuly in Nashville, TNI'll use this blue and green contrast by Chihuly to end this post. NEXT POST: On the way to He Grand Canyon and a two month break from blogging.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/flamingo-6.jpgSix flamingos at Cheekwood Botanical Garden in NashvillePart of the popularity of theses amazing birds is their ability to perform contortionists acts.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/flamingo-2.jpgFlamingo at Cheekwood Botanical GardenFlamingos can assume some interesting one legged positions but this one went above and beyondhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/flamingo-3.jpgFlamingos at Cheekwood Botanical Garden in NashvilleAnother interesting pose.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/onion-2.jpgGarlic-like glass sculptures created by Dale Chihuly and flotation on a pons.I thought colorful garlic here.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/balls-2.jpgGlass balls created by Dale Chihuly arrayed in a Zen Garden setting.A new take on a Zen garden?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/cody-1.jpgTwo year old checks out Chihuly sculptureMy grandson, who was two at the time, checks out one of Chihuly's sculptures. I wonder what was going through his mind?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/tower.jpgGlass tower created by Dale ChihulyAnd how about this towering glass sculpture next to the tree?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/needles-1.jpgChihuly piece complementing natural setting at Cheekwood Botanical Garden in Nashville, TNAnother example how his work complements a natural setting.2015-07-21T23:45:35+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/07/03/grand-canyon-odyssey-part-i-the-wilderness-cure/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/circus-circus-clown.jpgCircus Circus clownCircus Circus Clown.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/gc-1.jpgSouth Rim view of the Grand CanyonA final view of the Canyon with its multiple layers that represent deposited from oceans, deserts, rivers and lakes.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/gc-7.jpgView from south rim of Grand CanyonWhile the sun still touched the rim of the Canyon, the inner walls turned a dark purple. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/gc-4.jpgGrand Canyon ArizonaSitting on the edge of the Canyon isn't for the faint-hearted. One can fall hundreds of feet.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/panamint-range.jpgPanamint range, Death ValleyI walked out from my campsite in Death Valley as the sun set and listened to coyotes howl in the distance.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/gc-5_edited-1.jpgGrand Canyon ViewThe Grand Canyon is a world treasure. I've backpacked into it several times and rafted the Colorado River through it. Once I even rode a mule into the Canyon.2015-10-04T05:02:54+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/06/29/friends-of-liberia-working-to-improve-the-nations-future-by-stephanie-vickers/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/2009.jpgStephanie Vickers during a Friends of Liberia trip to Liberia in 2009FOL Trip to Liberia May 2009: Literacy lesson with first graders at the Ganta Mission Schoolhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/stephanie-as-trainer.jpgStephanie Vickers as a Peace Corps trainer in Liberia, 1973.Stephanie in her role as Peace Corps Trainer in Liberia, 1973.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/laundry-2.jpgStephanie Vickers as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Liberia in 1971Laundry Day. Stephanie Vickers in her first month as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Liberia during 1971.2015-07-04T21:25:27+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/06/26/escape-from-alaska-part-ii-the-friday-essay/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/california-poppies.jpgCalifornia poppiesAnd California Poppies, plus two job offers.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/green-grass.jpgGreen grass and rain pools along the American River in SacramentoI found my green grass in Sacramento.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/mountain-sheep-1.jpgDall Sheep kid along the Alaska HighwayAnd this curious kid.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/mountain-goat.jpgDall Ram along Alaska HighwayIncluding this ram...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/mountain-sheep-31.jpgDall Sheep on the Alaska HighwayAnd Dall Sheep...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/mountain-sheep-3.jpgMountain sheep 3https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/reflection-shot.jpgLake reflection photo along the Alaska HighwayReflecting lakes...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/rivers.jpgRivers along the Alaska HighwayWild rivers...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/road-1.jpgMountains along the Alaska HighwaySights along the the Alaska Highway include towering mountains...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/buffalo-2.jpgWoodland buffaloWoodland buffalo have become fairly common when driving through portions of the Yukon Territory. As noted in my last Escape from Alaska blog, Peggy and I took these photos two years ago when we drove the Alaska Highway in the summer. 2015-06-28T20:43:53+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/06/22/oh-deer-we-live-in-a-zoo/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/twins-3p_edited-1.jpgTwin fawns in the Applegate ValleyA final photo of the twins by Peggy.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/squirrel-3.jpgGround squirrel caught in a squirrelinator trapThe first squirrel of the day caught in the squirrelinator trap. He was working hard at getting out but not before he stuffed his cheeks with all of the birdseed I had put in the trap. He spit it out when I came up to take his photo, like he didn't want to get caught with the evidence.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/lizard-home.jpgLizard homeA lizard duplex.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/lying-down-3p.jpgBlack-tailed deer bedding down for a napAt one point, there were four sleeping in a row along the fence. This is tow of them. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/lying-down-2p.jpgBedded down black-tailed deer in Applegate ValleyFinally they gave up and bedded down next to the fence, ready for a nap.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/deer-fence-5.jpgDeer check out shrubs for eatingThe deer circled the fenced in shrubs, looking for a place to get in. Each day they check the area out to see if something has changed.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/madrone.jpgBlack-tailed buck beds down next to madroneAnd bed down in the madrone next to our house— a favorite hangout for the deer. Note: the bucks are still in velvet.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/buck.jpgBuck looks in windowRemember how Mom looked in our windows? Now the bucks are doing it.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/fawn-4p.jpgFawn near Applegate Lake in Southern OregonCheck out the length of the legs! (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/lunch.jpgYoung fawns nursing in Applegate Valley.Snack time for two.2015-07-02T04:32:55+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/06/24/santorini-potpourri-the-amusing-and-the-picturesque/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/final-view.jpgLooking up at Santorini at sunset.As we sailed away at sunset, we caught a final view of Santorini.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/green-plant.jpgGreen plant on SantoriniGreen planthttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/door-to-nowhere-3.jpgDoor to nowhere on the island of SantoriniAnd then we found a door to nowhere. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/blue-doors.jpgBlue doorsLots of blue doors. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/door-2.jpgBlue door on SantoriniI really like painted doors. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/sphinx.jpgSphinxhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/mermaid.jpgBougainvillea frames mermaid in the town of Oia in Santorini.Certainly one would expect to find mermaids lulling around on the rocks off of Santorini. The bougainvillea made a nice frame.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/bouganvilia.jpgBougainvillea on SantoriniThe flowers were also colorful, including this bougainvillea.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/tourist-stuff-1.jpgTourist souvenirs on SantoriniNormally I avoid tourist souvenirs, and I did this time. I did think these plates and vases did a good job of representing the color of Santorini.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/to-the-rescue.jpgTo the rescue sculpture on Santorini in OiaThis amusing sculpture was propped up against the wall. I don't think this guy was a fireman or that he had rescue on his mind.2015-07-02T04:15:45+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/06/19/escape-from-alaska-part-i/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/sun-and-water.jpgSun on Alaska LakeThe Troopers flash light had about the same intensity as the sun on this lake that is located close to the Alaska-Canada Border.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/moose-1.jpgAlaskan MooseHad I learned to be laid back like this moose, there never would have been a problem.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/mountain-3.jpgWrangell - St. Elias Mountains of AlaskaAnother view of the Wrangell-St.Elias Mountains that I would have passed.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/mountain-2.jpgAlaska mountains near Matanuska GlacierThese mountains were near the Matanuska Glacier, easy driving distance from Anchorage.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/glacier-2.jpgMatanuska GlacierThe views along the highway between anchorage and the lower 48 states are incredible— not that I paid much attention is my mad dash for the border.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/brown-bear-playing.jpgAlaska Brown Bear"It's time to pack your bags, Curt." (Peggy and I took the photos of Alaska and the Alaska Highway two years ago when we visited the state.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/mountain.jpgWrangell-St, Elias MountainsI was drawn to Alaska by its incredible wilderness. Lisa Murkowski, one of Alaska's Senators, recently introduced legislation to sell off all of America's public lands including national forests, wilderness areas, national historic sites and national seashores (everything except National Parks) to private developer so they can make money off of the lands. 2015-06-24T12:33:42+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/06/16/the-striking-churches-of-oia-santorini-wednesdays-photo-essay/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/i-1c_edited-1.jpgLooking out into caldera that forms the island of SantoriniA final view looking out into the Aegean and the walls of the caldera that forms Santorini, a solemn reminder that this is earthquake country. NEXT BLOG: Friday's essay— Escape from Alaskahttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/h-1c.jpgStriking church in Oia, SantoriniI don't have the name for this church but thought it was quite striking.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/a-2p.jpgBell tower of the Church of Panagia Platsani in Oia, SantoriniThe church's bell tower. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/a-1p.jpgThe Church of Panagia Platsani in Oia SantoriniThe Church of Panagia Platsani is the first church we encountered in Oia. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/e-1c.jpgView of Anastasis Church in Oia, SantoriniAnother view of the church.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/e-2c.jpgAnastasis Church in Oia, SantoriniThe Anastasis Church in Oia provides a striking view of the Aegean Sea.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/n-1p.jpgOld church in Oia, SantoriniThis looked like a very old church to me. Notice how it is built into the cliff. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/b-3c.jpgRounded, white church in Oia, SantoriniA back view of the church with Oia, Santorini stretching out in front.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/b-1c.jpgWhite church with white rocks in front at church in Oia SantoriniThink of the imagination that went into the decision to put white rocks in front of this white church.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/l-1c.jpgLeaves provide frame of blue domed church in Oia, SantoriniI always appreciate it when nature provides a convenient frame for my photos.2015-06-22T04:53:16+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/06/13/back-to-buncom-at-home-in-oregon/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/chicken-splat.jpgChicken splat contest at Buncom Day in southern OregonLast year I featured the Chicken Splat contest on my post about Buncom Day, so I will close with it this year. Numbered squares are placed in the bottom of the chicken cage. You bet on which square the chicken will poop on. NEXT BLOG: Back to Santorini.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/wild-rose.jpgWild rose in Applegate Valley, OregonOr stop and smell the wild roses...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/re-car.jpgAntique car at Buncom Day parade near Jacksonville, Oregon.This guy could decorate my yard anytime, if I didn't have to do the work that went along with it. These antique autos are truly labors of love.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/ford-grill.jpgFord grillAnd check out this beauty. To my auto hobbyist friends… is this a Model A or a Model T?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/hot-rod-1.jpgHot rod 1Here's a side view of the REO Hotrod which would have been produced in Lansing Michigan.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/hotrod-2.jpgREO Hotrod at Buncom Day paradeWhen the old cars weren't parading, they were parked for one and all to admire. There is a class to these cars that their modern equivalents just can't seem to match. Or am i just showing my age?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/panda-and-caddy.jpgPanda and caddy at Buncom Day ParadeOld cars galore participate in the parade. This caddy featured a panda.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/grand-marshall.jpgGrand Marshall at Buncom Day parade.Every parade needs a Grand Marshall. She even carried a handmade sign announcing who she was. A writer for the Medford Tribune was along for the ride.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/country.jpgLittle Applegate Valley in southern OregonIn case you are wondering, Buncom is out in the country. You know you are 'out West' when you see the barbed wire.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/dar.jpgDAR in Southern OregonThe DAR even had a representative. With her little umbrella, I thought she would have fit right in to a Mardi Gras parade.2016-03-08T18:49:20+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/06/11/quirky-berkeley-i-return-to-my-roots/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/camp-31.jpgCamp 3South Hallhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/signs-of-the-time.jpgSigns of the time at BerkeleyBerkeley sign boardhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/homeless-1.jpgHomeless in Berkeley CAHomelesshttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/homeless-2.jpgHomeless People of Berkeley CAStreet Spirithttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/mural-4.jpgTelegraph Avenue MuralPan Handlerhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/mural-3.jpgTelegraph Avenue Mural in Berkeley CaMurals have been used to reflect local history and political protest.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/mural-1.jpgBerkeley Ca muralMuralhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/peoples-park-1_edited-1.jpgSign at People's Park Berkeley CATree signhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/peoples-park-1.jpgPeople's Park 1People's Parkhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/apothecaire.jpgTwisted Thistle ApothecaireTwisted Thistle2016-04-02T15:01:10+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/06/03/santorini-a-photographers-paradise-the-wednesday-photo-essay/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/town-4.jpgView of Oia, Santorini.I really like the whites, pastels and bright blues of Oia. The blue dome is part of a church. NEXT BLOG: How 25 cents saved one million lives.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/town-3.jpgOia, Santorini GreeceWhen you live on the wall of a volcano, space is limited.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/stairway-5.jpgStairway in Oia, SantoriniAnd lead to intriguing places such as this...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/patio-laundry.jpgPatio laundry on SantoriniThere is always room for laundry, but for get privacy. What you do on your patio is defined as entertainment by your neighbors above you.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/patio-3.jpgPatio on SantoriniYour patio is your yard, and there isn't much space.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/stairway-4.jpgStairway 4…leading to oh so many intriguing places.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/stairway-2.jpgStairway down cliff on Santorini…and colors.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/stairway-3.jpgStairway in Oia on SantoriniStairways that come in a variety of shapes, sizes...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/patio-2.jpgLaundry day on SantoriniThere is always room for laundry, but forget privacy. What you do on your patio is defined as entertainment by your neighbors above you. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/patio-1.jpgPatio of home on SantoriniMost homes come with attractive patios, great for sitting out on an admiring a beautiful sunset, or...2015-06-11T22:12:17+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/06/05/how-25-cents-saved-one-million-lives-and-135-billion-dollars-in-health-care-costs-introduction/2015-06-16T03:13:56+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/05/31/the-baaad-goat-feast/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/peggy-1.jpgPeggy MekemsonPeggy attests to just how good the goat meat was.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/puppy-1.jpgAustralian Shepherd PupAfter all of that attention, this one needed a nap.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/puppy-2.jpgAustralian Shepherd PuppyLike, how cute can you get?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/puppy-3.jpgAustralian Shepherd Puppies.It was the Australian Shepherd puppies that stole the show, however. I don't know how many there were, but it seemed like there were plenty to go around.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/beer-dog.jpgBeer dogIt wasn't only people who had fun at the goat feast, This dog made quick work of some spilled beer.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/margaret-1.jpgMargaret della SantinaMargaret teaches at SOU and served as editor of my book, The Bush Devil Ate Sam.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/bernard.jpgBernard della SantinaBryan's father, Bernard, makes an annual trip down from Portland to oversee the cooking of the lamb/goat. It's a family affair.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/oil-brush-2.jpgOil brushed on goat being bar-b-qued using a brush made of spices.Spices and oil are bushed on the goat by Brian's brother-in-law Kieth. The brush is also made of spices such as rosemary and sage.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/guts.jpgKokoretsiThe Kokoretsi all trussed up.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/jim.jpgLining up for a goat feast in the Applegate ValleyBryan serves on neighbor Jim, who donated the goat for the feast.2015-06-06T15:09:47+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/05/29/speaking-of-afterlife-did-pop-actually-haunt-me/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/pops-painting.jpgPainting by Herb MekemsonThe painting that Pop was working on now hangs in our guest bedroom.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/painter.jpgHerb Mekemson paintingPop painted up until he was 85 or so.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/pop-1.jpgHerb MekemsonOne of my favorite photos of my father taken by Glen Fishback at his studio.2015-06-14T02:48:20+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/05/27/the-natchez-trace-national-parkway-aka-the-devils-backbone/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/dogwood-3.jpgDogwood on Natchez TraceI'll conclude with a final photo of dogwood. NEXT BLOG: The Friday Essay: Just possibly a ghost is involved.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/outhouse.jpgOuthouse at Phar MoundsThese are the brick restrooms at Phar Mounds. I am sure you are wondering why i've included them. They are my favorite restrooms in the whole world, bar none. I hid out in them when I was on my bike trip around North America as a tornado ripped apart the woods a quarter of a mile away.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/phar-mound.jpgPhar Mound on Natchez TraceThe Phar Mounds located north of Tupelo, Mississippi were left behind by nomadic Native Americans some where between 1-200 AD as burial mounds.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/old-trace_edited-1.jpgOld Trace sign on Natchez TraceI wondered if Peggy had some type of message in mind when she asked me to pose for this photo. The sign is pointing toward portions of the historical Trace that are still found along the Parkway.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/lewis-monument.jpgMeriwether Lewis monument on the Natchez TraceMeriwether Lewis of Lewis and Clark was found dead in a hotel on the Trace. To this day it is debated as to whether he was killed or committed suicide while under the influence of opium.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/violets.jpgViolets blooming along the Natchez Trace.Peggy and I also found these colorful violets.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/dogwood-2.jpgDogwood in bloom on Natchez TraceMiles and miles of dogwood bloom along the natchez Trace in Spring.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/grass-2.jpgPond grass and reflection along Natchez TraceI found this grass growing in the lake the next morning and enjoyed its reflection.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/shelf-fungus.jpgShelf fungus along Natchez TraceAnd lots of fungi, including this shelf fungus, which decorated a rotting log.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/creek-1.jpgCreek along Natchez Trace.Numerous trails lead off of the Trace, often leading to babbling brooks.2015-06-14T02:51:39+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/05/25/bush-devils-juju-and-lightning-men/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/senior-class.jpgSenior class at Gboveh High School in Gbarnga Liberia 1967This is my senior class. Mamadee is second form the left. Later he would become an elementary school principal in New Jersey.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/grebo-men-with-bush-devil.jpgGrebo men with Bush Devil in Liberia, West africaThe Grebo men carefully tended the Bush Devil.2015-05-28T23:42:55+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/05/22/the-earth-is-6000-years-old-the-friday-essay/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/pop-2.jpgHerb Mekemson with pipePop, as in "don't you even think of taking my pipe away from me. (Photo by Glen Fishback.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/pop-3.jpgHerb MekemsonMy father, Herb Mekemson. I believe this photo was taken by Glen Fishback of the Glen Fishback School of Photography.2017-03-13T03:10:02+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/05/20/bruneau-dunes-state-park-idaho-the-wednesday-photo-essay/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/sunset.jpgSunset at Bruneau DunesGood night.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/evening.jpgEvening at Bruneau Dunes in IdahoThe sun was almost down.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/evening-2.jpgEvening at Bruneau Dunes State Park.I liked the sage and other shrubs in this photo.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/evening-5.jpgEvening at Bruneau Dunes State ParkLater in the day, the dunes took on an almost purple tint as the sun went down.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/tracks-1.jpgTracks at Bruneau Dunes State ParkYour guess. I am thinking sidewinder rattlesnake.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/tracks-4.jpgBird tracks at Bruneau Dunes State ParkBird tracks https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/tracks-5.jpgAnimal tracks at Bruneau Dunes State ParkAnd lots of animal tracks.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/dune-1.jpgDune at Bruneau Dunes State in IdahoHaving hiked around to the opposite side the lake, we were rewarded with a view of the dune.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/lake-2.jpgLake at Bruneau Dunes StateA view of the lake.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/ld-6.jpgBruneau Dunes State Park south of Boise IdahoThis view provided a reflection of the dune.2015-05-30T05:06:55+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/05/18/we-visited-jackson-california-and-bought-a-giraffe-help/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/g-1.jpgGiraffe munching flowersI'll conclude with a final photo of the giraffe munching flowers. Guilty.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/w-3.jpgSign at Bray's winery in Amador County, CaI thought my fellow bloggers who are into farming would appreciate this sign.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/w-7.jpgBray Winery in Amador CountyWe visited several wineries looking for wine to use at my book-signing in Sacramento.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/w-1.jpgGrapevines in Amador CountyGrapevines. Amador County has become an important wine producing area.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/h-2.jpgNational Hotel in Jackson, Ca.The National Hotel that has entertained every one from US Presidents, to outlaws, to movie stars— and possibly ghosts.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/j-1.jpgJ 1The community has done a great job of renovating and maintaining its historic buildings.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/j-5.jpgMain street Jackson, CaA look up main street, jackson.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/cat-2.jpgHein and Co. Bookstore cat.No, this was kitty. Most good bookstores have one.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/m-1.jpgCat mask at Hein and Co Bookstore in Jackson CaKitty?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/cat-3.jpgHein and Co Bookstore hallway signAnd found the end. Wouldn't you be slightly tempted to open the door and meet kitty?2015-05-26T21:41:15+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/05/15/my-rock-that-was-peter-ends-up-on-an-active-fault-zone/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/god-library.jpgSpiritual LibraryI checked our library and found about 100 books on spirituality in addition to the Bible that I have read over the years. This is a sample that i puled off of our shelves.2015-05-26T21:46:39+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/05/13/who-needs-a-dog-when-you-have-a-deer-the-wednesday-photo-essay/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/md-c.jpgMomma deerLater she came over, stood looking in the window at me, and then took a nap.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/fg-2.jpgFoxgloveClose up.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/md-e.jpgMomma Deerhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/room-1_edited-1.jpgLibraryThis photo is to provide perspective. I have a very comfortable lounge chair that I can swivel around to look out the window. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/fence-1.jpgFence protecting plants from deerLast week, we put in a number of native Oregonian plants to eventually form a hedge. But first they have to avoid being eaten. This is a fence I put up. It seems to be working.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/fg-5.jpgFoxgloveIn addition to being deer proof, it provides beautiful flowers.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/fg-4.jpgFoxglove in southern OregonOne of the plants we have found that deer won't touch is foxglove. We are planting it liberally around our house.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/md-a.jpgMomma doe on doorstepShe looked up, curious about what we were going to do, but hoping it involved food.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/md-j.jpgMomma doe on porchWe looked out our back door and momma doe was curled up on the porch, sleeping like a dog.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/md-h.jpgDeer at house window"I know you are there Curt. Feed me." One very pregnant deer showed up on our back porch last week. Here, she is staring in the window at me. 2015-05-26T21:34:03+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/05/10/seaside-oregon-caught-between-the-past-and-the-future/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/penny-arcade.jpgPenny arcadeAnother symbol of historic coastal resort towns was the Penny Arcade. Although the games and prices have changed, the purpose remains the same: capturing youth. It worked for me as a kid.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/star-fish.jpgStarfish and historic street lamp in Seaside OregonHistoric street lamps with attached starfish were found along Broadway and seemed an appropriate symbol for Seaside. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/hand-sanitizer.jpgHand sanitizerThe same shop featured this hand sanitizer… https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/scorpion.jpgScorpion and tarantula in Seaside OregonAnother shop that caught my attention featured preserved scorpions and tarantulas.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/foo-dog-statue.jpgFoo dog statue in Seaside OregonAnd this Chinese foo dog statue.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/pig-screen.jpgPig screen room dividerIt was a good day for being inside, though and I always enjoy futzing around in antique shops.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/raining.jpgRaining in Seaside OregonThe sunshine was of the liquid type. Other tourists, locals and I went searching for awnings that protected us from the rain.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/mural.jpgMural in Seaside OregonThis mural was as closes as I got to Seaside's famous beach. It was not a day for sunbathing.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/pig-and-pancake.jpgPig and pancake restaurant Seaside OregonHad I walked downtown before stopping off at the Seaside Brewery, I probably would have eaten at the Pig and Pancake.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/mainstreet.jpgBroadway Street in Seaside OregonA touch of Seaside's glory days can be seen in these buildings along Broadway Street. 2015-06-14T02:30:19+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/05/08/tarzan-shows-me-the-light/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/episcopal-church.jpgChurch of Our Savior Episcopal Church in Placerville CAThe Episcopal Church in Placerville that played a significant role in my life for 16 years.2015-05-17T16:49:51+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/05/06/green-grass-redbud-and-the-sacramento-river-wednesday-photos/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/river-21.jpgCove on Sacramento RiverA final shot of a small cove on the river. NEXT BLOG: Tarzan shows me the light.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/waterfall.jpgWaterfall on creek flowing into the Sacramento RiverAnd a waterfall on a creek flowing into the river.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/lichen.jpgLichen growing on rocks near Sacramento RiverOn the way back, I found this interesting lichen growing on a rock.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/otter-6.jpgFamily of otters on Sacramento RiverThe otters gathered on a rock to cheek us out.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/otter-4.jpgRiver otter on Sacramento RiverWe were looking south when we spotted a family of four river otters making their way up the river. My small camera didn't handle the distance well, but the otters were too interesting to leave out.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/river-5.jpgSacramento River north of Redding CAThe view south. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/bike-bridge.jpgBike bridge across Sacramento RiverPeggy, along with our friends, Ken and Leslie, are half way across the 13-foot-wide, 418-foot-long bike bridge.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/river-12.jpgSacramento River low because of droughtWhile the river was low because of the drought, I still thought it was quite scenic. This is looking north from the bike bridge.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/river-11.jpgSacramento River near Reddinghttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/redbud-and-river.jpgRedbud and riverAnd here is the redbud decorating the river.2015-05-17T17:02:03+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/05/03/what-do-you-get-when-you-cross-a-sundial-with-a-bridge-beauty/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/pylon-8.jpgSundial Bridge across Sacramento RiverA final view of the pylon that captures its 'sundial' look. NEXT BLOG: Since we were in the area, we went for a hike along the Sacramento River. I'll feature photos.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/manzanita.jpgManzanita in bloomManzanita was also in bloom with its sweet smelling flowers. This shrub also grows on our property in southern Oregon.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/trail-1.jpgMcConnell Aboretum and Botanical GardenOne of the reasons for the bridge is to connect the town of Redding with an extensive series of hiking and biking trails on the opposite side of the river, starting with the McConnell Arboretum.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/river-1.jpgSacramento River in Redding, CaliforniaThe Sacramento River is the main source of water for the Northern Sacramento Valley, one of the richest farmlands in the world. The river eventually flows into San Francisco Bay and out into the Pacific Ocean.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/river-2.jpgSacramento RiverA view of the Sacramento River from the bridge. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/pylon-10.jpgPylon for Sundial Bridge across Sacramento RiverAnother perspective.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/pylon-1.jpgPylon on Sundial Bridge in Redding, CAFrom the base looking up.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/pylon-7.jpgSundial Bridge from underneathI shot this photo of the pylon from under the bridge. It also captured the glass used in the deck.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/pylon-3.jpgPylon or Sundial BridgeI was particularly struck by the elegance of the pylon that forms the sundial.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/bridge-2.jpgSundial Bridge across Sacramento River4300 feet of cable connect the deck with a 217 foot pylon, the sundial, and create a freestanding bridge.2015-05-12T23:39:44+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/05/01/searching-for-god-in-all-the-wrong-places/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/img_9174.jpgCurtis MekemsonChildren are taught their parent's religion from an early age and their parents beliefs become this beliefs. I've always thought I looked somewhat angelic in this photo. My mother would have been the first to note that looks can be deceiving.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/deer-creek.jpgDeer CreekThe Mekemson side of the family arrived in America in the 1750s. By the Revolutionary War, they were living alongside Deer Creek in Maryland. (Shown above)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/marshalls.jpgMarshallsMy mother's side of the family arrived in the 1630s as Puritans. This is the grave of an early Marshall in Windsor Connecticut where the family was settled by 1650.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/mother-and-tickle.jpgphoto of Curtis MekemsonI am sitting with my mother and my dog Tickle in front of the overgrown graveyard that was just outside our back door.2015-05-26T20:38:40+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/04/29/out-of-20000-photos-newspaper-rock-a-petroglyph-wonderland/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/newspaper-rock1.jpgNewspaper Rock National Historic SiteNewspaper Rock. I am standing beside the National Historic Site to provide perspective. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/dancer-6.jpgNative American petroglyph figure on Newspaper RockFrisbee starts at four. NEXT BLOG: Looking for God in all the wrong places.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/dancer-8.jpgPetroglyph of Native American standing on horseStands On Horse will perform his amazing trick.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/dancer-2_edited-1.jpgPetroglyph dancing figure on Newspaper Rock.This guy has great moves but he is slightly over-exposed.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/dancer-2.jpgFihttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/dancer-4.jpgPetroglyph figure at Newspaper RockMan With Antlers practices flying leap.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/dancer-7.jpgPetroglyph dancer on Newspaper RockWoohoo!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/dancer-5.jpgPetroglyph figure with wild hat at Newspaper RockWild hat.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/shot-in-butt.jpgPetroglyph Native American shoots elk in rearSuccess! Always Gets His Buck shoots elk in butt.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/hunting-bear.jpgPetroglyph human and bear prints on Newspaper RockHaving been warned, Walks on Feet went into the canyon anyway. Now he is being stalked by Momma Bear.2015-05-26T21:58:08+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/04/24/thank-you-bill-and-hilary-for-your-fine-words/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/do-your-part.jpgDo Your Part the dogDo You Part, the Liberian named Basenji that Bill Guerrant refers to in his book review below, is the small dog with the curly tail standing in the forefront. 2015-05-11T13:46:43+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/04/27/the-beautiful-bridges-of-the-oregon-coast-part-two/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/s-12_edited-2.jpgSiuslaw BridgeHaving seen the bridge from both sides and on top, I decided to take a look underneath for my final view.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/s-12_edited-1.jpgSiuslaw BridgeHaving seen the bridge from both sides and the top, I decided to take a look underneath for my final photo.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/s-7.jpgArt Deco look of Suislaw BridgeAn art deco look? Or are we talking Egyptian here?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/s-6.jpgWalkway on Suislaw BridgeThe walkway across the bridge.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/s-5.jpgTop of Siuslaw BridgeI walked along the sidewalk going across the bridge to get this photo.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/s-8.jpgSiuslaw BridgeA view of the bridge from the other side rendered in black and white.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/s-13.jpgSiuslaw Bridge near Florence, OregonA view of the bridge as it looks today.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/s-11.jpgThe Siuslaw Bridge under construction.The bridge under construction. (Photo from display next to the bridge.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/np-4.jpgYaquina Bay Bridge near Newport OregonA close up of the spans with Newport in the background.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/np-2.jpgYaquina Bay Bridge on Oregon coastA side view of the Yaquina Bay Bridge. The gull on the right added a little action.2015-05-13T15:41:36+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/04/05/renos-generator-what-happens-at-burning-man-doesnt-necessarily-stay-there/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/painting-7a.jpgMermaidhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/art-car-2.jpgArt car nose at GeneratorI wondered if this buggy eyed creature would be added to the art car.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/art-car-1.jpgArt car in production at GeneratorMy guess is that this is an art car or mutant vehicle in production that will eventually make its way to Black Rock City.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/miniature-house.jpgMiniature house at GeneratorSomeone was having fun creating this miniature house. It reflected the diversity of the projects being undertaken in the Generator. It also looked like something my wife Peggy would love to tackle.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/sculpture-2.jpgSculpture of woman at GeneratorI suspect this acrobatic woman spent time in the art studio. In fact, she may have been at least partially responsible for the decorated floor.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/painting-4.jpgHorse paintings at GeneratorI was impressed with how the artist caught the movement of these horses.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/je-suis-charlie.jpgJe suis CharlieLocated among the paintings was a poignant reminder.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/art-studio-1.jpgArt studio at GeneratorThere was no doubt where the painting was created. Even the floor demanded attention.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/painting-2.jpgJackson Pollock like painting at GeneratorThe next thing that captured my attention was a work of modern art. Watch out Jackson Pollock.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/rock-wall-1.jpgRock art in GeneratorChecking closer, I found numerous little faces staring at me.2015-04-26T22:04:37+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/04/25/a-new-approach-to-blogging-off-to-a-rocky-start/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/rock-3.jpgGrass and rocks in City of Rocks State ParkGolden grass provides an interesting contrast to the rocks.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/rock-2.jpgA rock in City of Rocks State ParkI felt this fellow might fit in on Easter Island.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/rock-6_edited-1.jpgCampsite in City of Rocks State ParkThis is an example of one of the campsites hidden among the rocks.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/rocks-10.jpgInside the City of Rocks State Park in New MexicoWhat to expect when hiking through the rocks.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/rock-7.jpgTrees growing among the rocks of City of Rocks State ParkTrees add to the visual interest, making for interesting photographic subjects,https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/peggy.jpgPeggy Mekemson sitting on a rock at City of Rocks State ParkPaths wander in and among the square mile park. Convenient rocks invite hikers, such as Peggy, to sit and enjoy the beauty and solitude.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/rocks-8.jpgThe rocks of the City of Rocks State ParkI would describe these rocks as having personality. Each one is unique.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/rocks-12.jpgCity of Rocks near Silver CityPrivate vehicle and tent camping spaces are spread out around the perimeter of the rocks. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/rocks-4_edited-1.jpgThe City of RocksWay down in a remote corner of New Mexico, Peggy and I came upon the City of Rocks State Park where nature had carved volcanic rock into a world of fantasy.2015-05-26T22:00:16+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/04/22/happy-earth-day-2015-a-walkabout-in-southern-oregon/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/fence-1_edited-1.jpgFenceWhile our front fence is a fairly serious fence, our back fence is strictly for aesthetics. It is an open invitation to the deer, cougars, bear and other wildlife that live in the forest to "come on down." We'd even welcome Bigfoot. (grin.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/boundary.jpgBoundary marker for National ForestOne of the reasons we bought our property was this sign, a boundary marker for the Klamath National Forest that borders the back of our property. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/cat-eye.jpgCat eye flowerFlowers were few and far between on my walk but I did find this interesting cat eye.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/hole-in-tree.jpgWoodpecker hole in treeSigns of animal life are found throughout the property. This large hole was probably drilled by a Pileated Woodpecker.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/madrone-leaves.jpgMadrone leavesMadrones shed their leaves in summer. It is like having two falls. The shadow of a fly can be seen through the leaf. Shortly afterwards it flew down to bite me. Bad decision.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/madrone-2.jpgMadroneThis large Madrone lives next to our house.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/tall-pines-2.jpgTall Ponderosa PineCheck out this beauty.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/tall-pines-1.jpgTall Ponderosa PinesThe trees, like these Ponderosa Pines, grow quite tall.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/trail-1.jpgTrail through Ponderosa Pines on the Applegate RiverWhile oaks dominate the northern side of our property, Ponderosa Pines, Douglas Fir and Madrones dominate the south. I've created signed trails running through our property and named them after the grandkids such as Ethan's Hidden Spring's Trail and Connors Jungle Trail. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/fence-2.jpgFence on Upper Applegate RoadOur fence is designed to fit into the local environment. 2015-05-11T13:34:40+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/04/20/oregons-coastal-bridges-where-engineering-environment-and-art-meet/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/creek-16a.jpgCape Creek Bridge on the Central Coast of OregonA final perspective on the Cape Creek Bridge. The bridge is 619 feet (188.6 meters) long and was designed to look like a Roman aqueduct.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/creek-12.jpgLow tide at Cape CoveAnd the tide rolls out.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/creek-11.jpgCape Cove on Oregon CoastAnother perspective on Cape Cove with the tide rolling in.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/creek-10.jpgReflections of sea gulls at Cape Cove on the Oregon CoastMore reflections.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/gull-2.jpgSea gull takes flight in Cape Cove on the Oregon Coast.One of the sea gulls takes flight. I was walking along behind it, posed to takes its photo when it flew.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/creek-3.jpgCape Cove on the Oregon CoastSmall islands in Cape Cove outlined by the dramatic sky.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/span-view.jpgSpan view of Cape Cove in Oregon from the Cape Creek Bridge.Looking out from a span of the Cape Creek Bridge onto the small ocean cove the creek empties into.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/creek-14a.jpgCape Creek Bridge on the Oregon CoastAnother view of the Cape Creek Bridge, this time including Cape Creek. It had been raining hard.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/creek-14.jpgCape Creek Bridge on the Oregon CoastAnother view of the Cape Creek Bridge, This one incorporating Cape Creek. The bridge first opened for traffic in 1932.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/conde.jpgConde McColloughConde McCollough served as Oregon's state bridge engineer from 1919 to 1935, following which he spent a couple of years designing bridges along the Pan American Highway in Central America.2015-04-26T22:12:25+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/04/17/the-bush-devil-ate-sam-and-84-charing-cross-road/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/screen-shot-2015-04-15-at-20-35-091.pngScreen Shot 2015-04-15 at 20.35.09https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/dscn7236-version-2.jpgDSCN7236 - Version 22015-04-20T17:17:00+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/04/16/the-bigger-sacramento-book-club-bsbc-26-years-and-counting/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/img_2441.jpgCurt Mekemson biking up a mountain in Nova ScotiaHere I am biking up a mountain in Nova Scotia with 60 pounds of gear.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/ken-2.jpgKen LakeI love this photo of Ken because it makes him look like a Druid Elder, or someone out of Lord of the Rings. I think the look on his face reflected that the 49ers were losing.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/squaw-lakes-kl2.jpgThe Bigger Sacramento Book Club on a Kayak tripOnce a year, the BSBC comes to our house in Oregon for 2-3 days. A couple of years ago we took them kayaking on Squaw Lakes. In this photo Ken Lake hides his paddle so it looks like his wife, Leslie, is doing all the work.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/curt-and-lareene.jpgMembers of the Bigger Sacramento Book ClubStrong friendships have developed over the years in BSBC. The photo features LaReene Sweeney and I.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/bookshelf-4.jpgBooks read by the Bigger Sacramento Book ClubA final shelf. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/bookshelf-3.jpgBooks read by the BSBCThe BSBC reads a wide variety of books based solely on the tastes of whoever is selecting the book.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/bookshelf-1.jpgBooks read by the Bigger Sacramento Book ClubAnother shelf of our books. BTW, I highly recommend the book just to the left of Lake Woebegone Days. (grin)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/dunces.jpgConfederacy of DuncesThe first book I selected for the BSBC to read.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/bookshelf-5.jpgBooks read by the BS Book ClubThe BSBC reads a wide variety of books based on the tastes of the member who selects the book.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/beer-tasting.jpgBeer TastingBSBC is only partially about books. This particular meeting featured a beer tasting. Dinners are often planned around whatever food was featured in the book.2015-04-20T04:45:36+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/04/10/spring-is-sprung-and-love-is-in-the-air-or-is-it-lust/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/t-shirt.jpgSquirrel T shirtOur grandsons Ethan and Cody got me this very appropriate T-shirt.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/deer-11_edited-1.jpgBlack Tail Deer looks in windowIt isn't unusual for deer to look in our windows. I caught this doe checking me out last summer while I sat in the library. Aren't the ears magnificent?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/deer-13.jpgBlack tail deer lies down on porchAnd a third decides to take over our porch.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/deer-3.jpgBlack tail deer doe near Applegate RiverAnother chooses to lie down under our Madrone, just to the left of the first doe.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/deer-1.jpgBlack tail deer doeOne doe lies down next to the bird feeder.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/deer-4.jpgBlack tail deer sticks out tonguehttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/deer-6.jpgBlack tail deer and doe check each other out during mating season."Hey Big Boy, looking for a little action?"https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/acorn-1.jpgAcorn WoodpeckerRemember Linda Blair in the "Exorcist" and how she turned her head around backward on her neck? Now, check out the Acorn Woodpecker.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/acorn-3.jpgAcorn woodpeckerAn acorn woodpecker is forced to 'think outside the cage.'https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/ground-squirrel.jpgGround squirrel peers in windowA ground squirrel peers through a glass pane on our door. "Come on Curt, lend a hand."2015-04-21T02:35:31+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2010/08/25/the-river-rules-in-fine-print/2015-04-07T04:12:27+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/03/30/from-press-publish-to-voodoo-doughnuts/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/swag-1.jpgSwag at Press Publish Conference in Portland, OregonThe Happiness Lounge also featured swag you could buy ranging from T-shirts to Coffee mugs. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/happiness-engineer.jpgHappiness Engineer at Word PressJeffhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/happiness-lounge.jpgHappiness LoungeHappiness lounge at Press Publish Conference.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/mommy-man.jpgMommy ManJerry talks animately about his book in a panel discussion that also featured four other authors.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/monkey-and-peggy.jpgMonkey and Peggy in AmazonPeggy's monkey, on the other hand, was something of a sweet heart. There was a slight matter of flea bites, however.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/curt-and-monkey.jpgCurt and monkeyOne should wear a hat when traveling on the Amazon. It will protect you from the sun and mosquito bites. Flea bites are in a different category.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/monkey.jpgMonkeyMonkey wraps itself around Eric's head.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/voodoo-5.jpgVoodoo Doughnut sign.My stomach after eating the bacon-maple bar.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/voodoo-2.jpgA sign outside of the Voodoo Doughnut shop.This sign welcomes customers to the shop.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/voodoo-3.jpgLine at Voodoo Doughnut Shop in PortlandThe ever present line of people waiting to get into the Voodoo Doughnut shop for their daily dose of sugar. 2015-04-10T15:39:08+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/03/26/the-best-of-burning-man-series-conclusion-things-that-burn/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/temple-1_edited-1.jpgTemple burns at Burning ManThe Temple burns on Sunday Night. Unlike the Burning of the Man which is a bit on the rowdy side, Burners watch silently and respectfully as the Temple Burns.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/couple-2.jpgFlaming sculpture at Burning Man.And send dust devils whirling off.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/couple-3.jpgBurning sculpture at Burning Man in 2014Turn into conflagrations.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/couple-8.jpgGenerator Couple burns at Burning ManFires start small.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/l-birds-5.jpgLithuanian Bird sculpture burns at Burning ManAnd Lithuanian Burners added a bird sculpture.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/nola-11.jpgThe New Orleans Baby King burns at Burning Man in 2012.The New Orleans regional group brought an effigy of the Baby King that shows up in cakes at Mardi Gras time.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/kokopeli-1.jpgKokopelli burnsMany things burn at Burning Man. Here it was Kokopelli. He seemed to be playing his flute to the fire.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/man-15.jpgBurners wait in anticipation for Man to burn at Burning ManAs the end approaches, Burners wait expectantly and raise their arms in salute. The mutant vehicle, El Pulpo Mechanico looks on.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/man-11.jpgBurning Man Man close to fiery demiseSometimes the Man burns quickly. Other times he may take an hour or longer.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/man-5.jpgMan and fireworks at Burning ManYoohoo!2015-04-02T19:08:20+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/03/23/the-best-of-burning-man-the-top-ten-series-7-the-man-and-the-temple/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/temple-6c.jpgBurning Man Temple built by David BestA Burning Man Temple designed and built by David Best and volunteers at Burning Man.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/temple-6d.jpgOriental Temple at Burning ManThis Temple and the next one I will share have an oriental look.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/temple-1.jpgTemple at Burning ManOne of the first Temples I saw at Burning Man.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/temple-7.jpgSand Dune Temple at Burning ManAnd this one resembled a sand dune.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/temple-4a.jpgPyramid Temple at Burning ManThis temple was pyramidal in shape.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/temple-9a.jpgBurning Man TempleThe Temples at Burning Man are unique and quite beautiful.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/man-2c.jpgThe Man at Burning Man dominates the PlayaThe Man at Burning Man dominates the Playa and serves as a landmark for lost Burners.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/man-7.jpgMan at Burning Man with nest base.I am not sure how to describe this base. Thorny, perhaps. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/man-3.jpgThe Man of Burning Man perched on a flying saucer.One year, he was perched on a flying saucer.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/man-4a.jpgMan of Burning Man on BaseWhat has changed about the Man each year has been his base. 2015-03-24T17:50:52+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/03/19/the-bush-devil-ate-sam-is-now-published-drum-roll-please/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/a1.jpgMain street Gbarnga, Liberia circa 1966The main street of Gbarnga, Liberia in 1966 where I served as a Peace Corps Volunteer.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/photo-mar-07.jpgBook signing for the Bush Devil Ate SamBook signing in Sacramento. I am off in the corner working. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/g4.jpgFreddy the Carver in Ganta, Liberia circa 1965The "Bush Devil" featured on the cover of my book was created by Freddy the Carver shown here. Freddy was a leper who lived in a leper colony in Ganta, Liberia circa 1965.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/g2.jpgMonkey meat in LiberiaMonkey meat anyone?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/d10.jpgCutting weeds with machete in LiberiaSam and I cut back weeds with machetes in front of our house in Gbarnga, Liberia. Our outhouse is off to the left.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/facebook-bush-devil.jpgBush Devil bookI am the author of a book about my Peace Corps experience in West Africa. Presently I am writing another book with the working title of Uh-Oh, where I chronicle some of the greater mis-adventures in the wilderness and my life, like waking up at 4 AM with a bear standing on top of me.2015-04-09T23:50:24+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/03/16/the-best-of-burning-man-the-top-ten-series-6-the-buildings-of-black-rock-city/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/bar-on-wheels.jpgBar on wheels at Black Rock CityAnother one of my favorites, a bar on wheels. You never knew where it might show up on the Playa but it was always good for a free drink.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/false-front.jpgBlack Rock City BuildingAnother impressive Black Rock City structure built to last a week.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/nola-1.jpgNOLA at Burning ManThe NOLA camp always brings a bit of New Orleans to Black Rock City.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/megachurch-2.jpgMega-church in Black Rock CityWe attended the wedding.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/megachurch.jpgFirst Church of the Jerk at Black Rock CityThis mega-church was built by a Burner who wanted to get married in Black Rock City.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/birdtrap-church-1.jpgBirdtrap church at Burning ManOn a more humorous note, the Bird Trap Church.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/cathedral-4.jpgCathedral at Black Rock CityThe cathedral lit up at night.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/cathedral-3.jpgCathedral at Black Rock CityThe cathedral lit up at night.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/cathedral-1.jpgCathedral on Playa at Burning ManThis cathedral was also built out on the Playa.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/megamart.jpgMega Mart at Burning ManSmall cities destined to be burned, such as this Mega Mart are occasionally built out on the Playa at Burning Man.2015-03-21T20:28:45+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/03/12/the-best-of-burning-man-the-top-ten-series-5-mutant-vehicles/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/wart-hog-3.jpgWart hog at Burning ManAnd finally, a wart hog. NEXT BLOG: The buildings of Burning Man.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/rhino-1.jpgRhino art car at Burning ManA rhino even more massive than its counterpart in East Africa.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/sailing-ship.jpgSailing ship in Black Rock CityThe sailing ship I mentioned above.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/polar-bear.jpgPolar bear mutant vehicle at Burning ManSmaller mutant vehicles often brim over with character, such as this polar bear with its red rose.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/vase-1.jpgVase art car at Burning ManThe same mutant vehicle vase shown above, parked in Black Rock City during the day.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/vase-2.jpgVase mutant vehicle at Burning ManMutan vehicles, such as this vase, take on different personalities at night.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/never-was-1.jpgNever Was Haul at Burning ManNever Was Haul resembles a Victorian House that has been converted to a steam engine train.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/dragon-2.jpgDragon mutant vehicle at Burning ManAnother, more ferocious looking dragon in Black Rock City.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/dragon.jpgDragon at Burning ManFire breathing dragons are also perennial favorites at Burning Man.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/el-pulpo-1.jpgEl Pulpo MechanicoEl Pulpo Mechanico became an instant Burning Man classic when it first made its appearance on the Playa a few years ago. At night, its arms pump up and down shooting out fire.2015-04-19T20:13:30+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/03/09/the-best-of-burning-man-the-top-ten-series-5-costumes/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/c-guys.jpgCostumed guys at Burning ManI'll close with these elaborately costumed guys who would fit right into the Mardi Gras or Venice. NEXT BLOG: Mutant Vehicleshttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/c-bald-feathers.jpgFeathered guy at Burning ManSimple feathers gave this man a dramatic look.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/c-beauty.jpgExotic beauty at Burning ManThis exotic beauty has always been on of my favorites.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/c-people-27-bm06.jpgSilver man at Burning ManIt always seems that one or two people select silver paint, and little else, as their costume.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/c-little-devil.jpgLittle devil at Burning ManSmall horns, red dye, and a magnificent mustache made for a magnificent devil. (One year, it seemed that every other woman was wearing angel wings. )https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/c-pink.jpgPink feather head dress at Burning ManThis pink feather headdress, pink glasses, and pink lipstick were quite dramatic.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/c-painted-woman.jpgPainted woman at Burning ManOr, by adding face paint and a jewel.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/c-blonde.jpgBlond at Burning ManOthers can be as simple as artfully applied makeup.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/c-shaman-1-bm06.jpgShaman costume at Burning ManSome costumes, such as this shaman, can be incredibly elaborate. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/c-scotty-1.jpgScotty at Burning ManCostumes are an integral part of Burning Man and some people such as my friend Ken (aka Scotty) Love to dress up.2015-03-18T19:03:02+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/03/05/the-best-of-burning-man-the-top-ten-series-3-painting-and-photography/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/monkey-mural.jpgMonkey muralMonkey mural and Golden Gate Bridge with message.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/artist-6.jpgArtist working in Black Rock CityAnother artist plies his trade while a Burner looks on. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/artist-8.jpgBurning Man ArtistA artist works on a painting at the Center Camp Cafe, providing Burners with an opportunity to watch her work.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/artist-7.jpgBurning Man ArtistA mural artist at work painting a monkey.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/artist-5.jpgArtist at Burning ManOccasionally artists can be found at Center Camp Cafe working on paintings.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/eastern-1.jpgBuddhist themes at Burning ManTouch of orient 2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/art-12-bm06.jpgArt of Burning ManA touch of the orient. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/weird-4.jpgBurning Man paintingI included this painting because of its strangeness.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/montage-2.jpgMontage of Burning Man photosThis combination of photos from Camp Montage focuses more on mutant vehicles— from the small to the gigantic.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/montage-5.jpgBurning Man MontageThis photograph montage created by the Montage Camp is composed of a number of different photos taken at Burning Man. Take a close look. It is what you might see on a typical day.2017-07-16T20:04:49+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/03/02/the-best-of-burning-man-the-top-ten-series-2-smaller-sculptures/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/queen-bee-2_edited-1.jpgQueen bee with boobs at Burning Man…or a Queen Bee with boobs.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/rabbit-2_edited-1.jpgFiddle playing rabbit at Burning ManNumber 10 was a toss up. I couldn't choose between a fiddling rabbit…https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/texas-bull.jpgTexas bull at Burning ManOne year, regional groups sponsored art at Burning Man. This impressive bull came out of Texas.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/cubes-2.jpgCubes sculpture at Burning ManThese cubes climbing high into the sky weren't actually that high. They were an optical illusion.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/dog.jpgDog at Burning ManOne year a whole family of these fun creatures were out on the Playa.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/hand-2.jpgLarge hand at Burning ManThe Center Camp Cafe is always filled with art, such as this large hand.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/love.jpgLove at Burning ManLarge letters forming words such as love, mom, and ego make their way to Black Rock City annually.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/playa-dino.jpgPlaya dinosaur at Burning ManThis dinosaur skeleton was also wandering the Playa.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/cats-2.jpgCats at Burning ManI found these cats with their unique look way out on the Playa.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/archer_edited-1.jpgArcher sculpture at Burning Man"I shot an arrow into the air…" 2015-03-15T00:41:12+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/02/26/the-best-of-burning-man-the-top-ten-series-1-monumental-art/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/dragon-2.jpgDragon sculpture at Burning ManAnother view. NEXT POST: I will introduce some smaller sculptures at Burning Man.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/dragon.jpgDragon sculpture at Burning ManWhat this dragon curled around its egg lacked in height, she made up in length. And yes, she was a fire breathing dragon, as we discovered at night.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/tip-toe.jpgTip toe sculpture at Burning ManA what's-it sculpture stood on tip toes.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/coyote.jpgCoyote sculpture at Burning ManPeople were invited to rest in the belly of this coyote.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/couple.jpgMonumental statue of couple at Burning ManThis monumental couple was featured at Burning Man in 2014. It would later be burned.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/oil-tankers.jpgOil tankers at Burning ManThese two oil tankers welded together represented one of Burning Man's environmental themes.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/nude-8.jpgNude sculpture at Burning ManThis beauty was featured during my earlier years at Burning Man. Her hair was made from chains and fire shot out of her hands.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/nude-4.jpgNude woman sculpture at Burning ManThe same sculpture at night. The colors were constantly changing.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/nude-2.jpgNude sculptureAnother Burning Man classic by the same artist.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/nude-3.jpgNude sculpture at Burning ManThe classic female nude has always been a favorite subject of artists. This beautiful woman was over 50 feet tall and was one of a series of three at Burning Man.2015-03-10T14:00:56+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/02/23/a-ground-floor-environmentalist-from-earth-day-i-and-on/2015-03-01T19:06:21+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/02/18/the-great-burning-man-ticket-crap-shoot/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/silicon-valley.jpgSilicon ValleyBurning Man is wonderfully strange, and always worth the price of a ticket… assuming you can get one.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/burning-man-photo-montage.jpgBurning Man Photo montageOnce, when I was wandering aimlessly along the streets of Black Rock City, I came across a group that featured wonderful photo montages, including this one. Somehow or the other, it reminded me of the Burning Man ticketing process.2015-03-04T18:07:24+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/02/15/blog-hopping-the-world-with-curt-and-peggy-mekemson/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/img_4882.jpgCougar petroglyphWe call this large cat a cougar, mountain lion, puma… it would be interesting to know what the ancient Native American who made this rock art thought about and called his creation.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/img_1818.jpgOak treeThis oak tree lives along the path I walk to the mailbox. 2015-02-25T19:07:30+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/02/09/the-natural-history-and-beauty-of-burning-mans-black-rock-desert/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/dg-sunset-1.jpgDG sunset 1The sun sets on Black Rock City and a slight sliver of the moon.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/clouds-1c.jpgSunset illuminates cloudsSunset illuminates clouds.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/sunrise-2c.jpgSunset at Burning ManSunset reflected through a dusty haze from our campsite at Black Rock City.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/playa-5c.jpgPlaya 5chttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/sunset-7c.jpgSunset at Black Rock CityAnother mountain reflecting the sun at Burning Man.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/sunset-6c.jpgSunset at Burning ManSunset reflected on a mountain at Burning Man in the Black Rock Desert.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/dg-sunrise-2.jpgSunrise at Burning ManEarly morning light in the Black Rock Desert.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/dg-sunrise-3.jpgSunrise at Burning ManThe sun peaks over the distant mountains and lights up Black Rock City.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/camp-rainbow.jpgRainbow at Black Rock CityThis rainbow seemed to end in Black Rock City.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/desert-rainbow.jpgDesert rainbow at Burning ManWe were coming into Burning Man when we hit a rainstorm and saw this Rainbow. 2015-02-24T18:27:03+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/02/06/the-2015-burning-man-theme-carnival-of-mirrors-and-tickets/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/scorpion.jpgScorpion at Burning ManAs for a magic show, what's more magical than a giant scorpion that insists on showing up or disappearing depending on which way the wind blows?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/mirros-1.jpgBurning Man KaleidoscopeSince I started with a kaleidoscope photo of Peggy, It is only fair that I end with one of me.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/mirrors-5.jpgMirrors at Burning ManIn fact I am always photographing myself in mirrors at Burning Man. (I'm the tiny image.) Is it ego? Or is it simply the fact that it is damned hard to photograph a mirror without putting yourself in it?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/mirrors-3.jpgMirrors sculpture at Burning ManThis unusual use of a mirror, allowed me to explore my feminine side. So naturally I had to photograph the process. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/mask-8.jpgCarnival-like masks at Burning ManA whole series of these carnival-like masks decorated the Center Camp Cafe in 2014.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/mask-7.jpgSculpture mask at Burning ManBurning Man masks come in all shapes and sizes. This 2014 sculpture was huge.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/mask-5.jpgBurning Man face maskI found this hand print mask intriguing. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/mask-1.jpgBurning Man maskCostumes and masks are a major part of Burning Man. (Photo by Don Green.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/midway.jpgThe Man stands tall at Burning Man 2014The layout for the midway at the base of the Man will be similar to last years as reflected in this photo. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/circus.jpgBurning Man fire artIt doesn't matter which street you walk down at Burning man, you can always expect to find sideshows that capture you attention. This woman displays her fire art. (Photo by Don Green, a member of our 'tribe.')2015-02-24T17:12:11+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/02/01/a-big-bird-petroglyph-and-a-1-6-million-gallon-a-day-spring-the-sedona-series/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/well-2.jpgMontezuma's WellA final shot taken down into Montezuma's Well. Next Blog: Burning Man 2015: the Theme.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/tree.jpgTree at Montezuma's WellI found this tree growing down in the valley. It demanded I take its picture.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/shelter-1.jpgShelter above Montezuma's WellMore ruins are found above the well. Native Americans farmed some sixty acres in the valley below with water from the spring.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/wall-1.jpgRuins of shelters at Montezuma's Well.Just down the trail from the shelter, we found more ruins.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/shelter-inner-1.jpgRuins of shelters in Montezuma's WellRuins of other shelters were just down the trail. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/reflection.jpgReflectionA small inlet from the spring ran next to the shelter and probably provided water. I liked the reflection shot it provided.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/shelter-2.jpgShelter at Montezuma's WellWe found this shelter down next to the water, very well protected from the elements.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/cliff-6.jpgCliff House at Montezuma's WellThe same cliff house from a different perspective.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/cliff-ans-well-1p.jpgMontezuma's Well and cliff houseA cliff house perches above Montezuma's Well. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/ra-8_edited-1.jpgPetroglyphs at V-Bar-V Heritage SiteThe two turtles are quite impressive. But what about the couple above the turtles. My imagination tells me they are dancing.2015-03-27T03:42:18+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/01/29/howd-that-peccary-get-in-the-house-sedona-series/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/snoopy.jpgSnoopyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/ready-to-fly.jpgReady to flyPubs often serve what are known as flights (samples) of the beer they serve. But I've never seen them quite as generous as these. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/vw_edited-1.jpgVW_edited-1https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/66-2.jpg66 2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/66-1.jpg66 1https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/sign.jpgsignI can guarantee you that you would not find this sign at Burning Man where the guy costume of a day is often a tutu.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/andy.jpgAndyOld Andy here, might send half of my readers running to Google, but he was BIG in the 50s, and also the 40s and 30s. Peggy and I could have shared that chair together.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/bobcat.jpgBobcatI've run into several bobcats over the years, but none looked quite as ferocious as this fellow.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/open.jpgOpenSpeaking of open signs, isn't this one in Jerome a tad redundant?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/lady-of-the-night.jpgLady of the nightThis lovely lady of the evening once plied her trade in the mining town of Jerome. She probably specialized in quickies.2015-02-08T22:37:17+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2015/01/26/the-chapel-of-the-holy-cross-and-boynton-canyon-two-sedona-icons/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_7663.jpgSedona HorseFound this horse in downtown Sedona.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/ken-and-curt-bw.jpgCurtis Mekemson and Ken LakeOld friends. Ken and I have been hanging out causing mischief for close to 40 years. Peggy's sister, Jane Hagedorn, and I hired Ken in 1977 when we co-executive directors of the American Lung Association in Sacramento.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/bluff-2.jpgBluffA final photo from Boynton Canyon. NEXT BLOG: A look at Native American rock art near Sedona and a visit to an ancient 'well.'https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/fortress-1.jpgFortress 1This rock formation seemed like an ancient fortress. I wonder if the Native Americans ever used it at such? On another note, a number of early Westerns were filmed in the Sedona area.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/grin.jpgGrinThis formation seemed to be grinning at me. I know, I know… I have an overactive imagination.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/bc-native-3p1.jpgCliff dwellingsAt several points along Boynton Canyon we saw where Native Americans had once built cliff dwellings. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/bc-native-3p.jpgNative Americanhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/color-p1.jpgColorAt one point, the sun reflected off the canon wall like it was glowing with life. This is the natal color as we saw it. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/scream-1p.jpgScreamAlways on the lookout for faces, I named this open-mouthed fellow scream. Maybe he had seen the bear.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/light-and-dark-bw.jpgRock formationThe contrast is even more powerful from a black and white perspective. Note the halo of light on top.2015-02-11T08:37:18+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2012/10/10/a-grand-adventure-exploring-the-grand-canyon-by-raft/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/triumph.jpgTriumphJoin us.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/animal.jpganimalAnd meet rare wildlife.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/native-american.jpgNative AmericanYou will visit archeological sites.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/refreshing-bath.jpgRefreshing BathTake refreshing baths...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/take-the-leap.jpgTake the leapAnd leap from high places.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/conga-line.jpgConga lineDance in a Conga Line with too much wine...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/poop.jpgpoopYou will learn how to poop in the woods...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/beautiful-flower.jpgBeautiful flowerAnd beautiful wild flowers.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/beautiful-scenery-2.jpgBeautiful Scenery 2Plunging waterfalls...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/beautiful-scenery-5.jpgBeautiful scenery 5Magnificent cliffs...2015-01-25T06:13:49+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2012/11/05/rowing-house-rock-rapid-with-one-oar-rafting-through-the-grand-canyon/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/view-from-cavern.jpgView from CavernA view of the Grand Canyon looking upriver from the Redwall Cavern.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/cavern-perspective.jpgCavern perspectiveThis photo provides a perspective on the sheer size of Redwall Cavern.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/fist-view-of-cavern.jpgFist view of CavernComing around a bend in the Colorado River, we saw our first view of Redwall Cavern.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/dave-and-megan-at-vasleys.jpgDave and Megan at Vasley'sDave Stalheim and his niece Megan perched on a rock at Vasey's Paradise in the Grand Canyon.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/vasleys-paradise-waterfall.jpgVasley's Paradise WaterfallThe waterfall shooting out of the Red Wall at Vasey's Paradise, Mile 32.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/jamies-raft.jpgJamies raftThis shot of Jamie's raft provides a perspective on what our fully loaded rafts looked like.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/the-slide.jpgThe slideI didn't get a photo of our group members leaping but this is what they leapt off of into the muddy water below. Water was splashed on the rock slide from a pool behind the lip to make the slide more smooth. Or so they said.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/raven.jpgRavenA raven stopped by to visit and checked out the "Captain's Chair" on Steve Van Dore's boat. These large birds are one of the primary reasons food needs to be carefully stowed.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/group-at-silver-grotto.jpgGroup at Silver GrottoAs the group disappeared into the Silver grotto, I took some much needed Curt-time.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/hole.jpgHoleWe looked to the left and saw we were poised on the edge of a massive hole.2015-01-25T06:13:03+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2013/06/05/lisbons-rua-augusta-where-mimes-rule-quietly/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/ponte-3.jpgApril 25 BridgeA final view of the bridge as we sailed off into the night and the Atlantic Ocean.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/ponte-de-abril-25.jpgponte de Abril 25The sun setting behind the April 25 Bridge meant it was time to resume our journey.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/looking-up.jpgLisbon hillsideA look up the hill reminded us of all the areas we would have to explore on another visit.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/fountain-1p.jpgFountain in Rossio SquareLike so many other squares we had visited in Europe, Rossio Square had a fountain featuring semi-clad statues.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/mary-go-round.jpgMerry-go-roundThe merry-go-round on Rossio Square was equally colorful.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/ferris-wheel.jpgFerris wheel on Rossio SquareThe ferris wheel we found on Rossio Square is the most colorful I have ever seen.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/plaza-2.jpgMosaic pattern on Rossio SquareThis mosaic pattern on Rossio Square at the top of Rua Augusta could make you seasick.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/rua-2.jpgRua AugustaThis photo shows the unique mosaic-like pattern of the Rua Augusta walkway.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/peggy-toast.jpgLisbon restaurantWe stopped for lunch at a small restaurant on the Rua Augusta. Here Peggy offers a toast to Portugal and our trip through the Mediterranean.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/christmas-decor.jpgChristmas decor in LisbonAnd scarves added color to these Christmas decorations. Many of the walls in Lisbon were covered with tiles.2015-01-25T06:08:53+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2011/02/22/a-wilderness-home-in-oregon/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/img_1888.jpgChristopher and Connor at Mountain ViewOne of the reasons we bought our mountain retreat is so our grandchildren Christopher and Connor and their cousins Ethan and Cody can grow up playing in the woods and learning to appreciate the value of protecting America's great wilderness areas.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/img_1700.jpgNational forest signBehind this sign at the back of our property are 1.8 million acres of National Forest. I consider this photo one of the most scenic I have ever taken.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/img_1697.jpgWhite Oaks and PeggyA distant Peggy stands in the middle of our White Oak forest, points to our distant house and says "mine."https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/img_1780.jpgHouse side viewA side view of our house looking toward front patio.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/img_2103.jpgApplegate RiverA view of the Applegate River just down from our property. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/img_2015.jpgSnow Covered CedarWhile we haven't been snowed in, we have seen a fair amount of snow this past week as demonstrated by one of our Red Cedars.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/img_19891.jpgMadrone 1This large Madrone towers over the back of our house and will provide shade in summer.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/img_1989.jpgMadroneThis large Madrone stands next to our house and will provide shade in summer.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/img_1758.jpgYard deer 1One of the deer that Connor visited who is interested in any garden Peggy may plant. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/img_1793.jpgPatio view 2The view looking westward from our front patio toward the Pacific Ocean.2015-01-25T06:06:25+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2011/04/15/when-being-goofy-isnt-enough/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/img_2245.jpgIMG_2245Goofy and Bone share a moment.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/img_2303.jpgIMG_2303In this early photo, Walt Disney listens in on a song. Pinto is on the right, playing the Clarinet.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/img_2275.jpgIMG_2275A painting of Bozohttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/img_2316.jpgIMG_2316Goofy2015-01-25T06:02:42+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2012/03/15/port-angeles-the-vancouver-island-adventure-begins/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/peggy-at-odyssey-book-store.jpgPeggy at Odyssey Book StoreVisiting Port Angeles almost requires you retrace the steps that Bella of Twilight fame took on her shopping trip from Forks. One stop was a bookstore to find a book that would tell her if her boyfriend Edward bites. Here, Peggy, a dedicated Twilight fan, poses with a bag of books in front of the Odyssey Book Store.A shadowy Bella, Edward and Jacob are reflected in the window.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/elvis-with-dick.jpgElvis with DickPeggy and I always enjoy unique window displays. This one with Richard Nixon awarding Elvis Presley an anti narcotics award redefines ironic. Presley is reported to have consumed some 12,000 prescription pills in the 20 months before his death.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/red-goose.jpgRed GooseWandering the streets, we came across this large red goose advertising Red Goose Shoes. It looks like his next step will be on to the roof of the car seen in the foreground, crushing it like in monster movies.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/dragon.jpgDragonI also liked this dragon. It reminded me of my trips to Burning Man.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/face-eyes.jpgFace eyesThis mask in particular caught my attention. I've heard of buggy eyed and beady eyed, but people eyed...?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/wood-sculpture.jpgWood sculptureThis wood sculpture with masks embedded in it provides further proof of the good weather. Port Angeles gets good grades for the art it has scattered throughout the community.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/farmers-market.jpgFarmers MarketLike many communities, Port Angeles features a Farmers' Market on Saturdays. Fresh vegetables and bright colors are hard to resist, whether you plan to eat them or photograph them!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/olympic-mountains.jpgOlympic MountainsWe lucked out. This was the view from the Olympic Lodge when I woke up on my birthday in Port Angeles. The green grass of the golf course is strikingly set off by the olympic Mountains.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/george-bush-snowman.jpgGeorge Bush snowmanWhile not being inspired to hit the road, I was inspired to make a George Bush Snowman.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/sunroom.jpgSunroomAs we prepared for our trip to Vancouver Island in British Columbia, our sunroom in Southern Oregon wasn't looking so sunny. I wondered what the weather would be like in Canada.2015-01-25T06:02:07+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2012/10/20/flagstaff-arizona-countdown-to-exploring-the-grand-canyon-by-raft/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/img_8945-copy.jpgIMG_8945 copyWe were required to paint our toenails so our rafts wouldn't flip. We didn't. Maybe it worked.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/img_9015-copy.jpgIMG_9015 copyWould we be stalked by threatening inhabitants of the Canyon?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/img_9035-copy.jpgIMG_9035 copyWould people who should not be let near knives suddenly be wielding them?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/img_8813-copy.jpgIMG_8813 copyWould pirates and bones wearing life vests be part of our trip?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/img_7430-copy.jpgIMG_7430 copyI have often wondered what part, if any, the strange rock formations in the Grand Canyon played in the development of the Hopi belief about Kachinas.2015-01-25T06:01:33+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2012/10/23/a-ton-of-food-and-homeland-security-rafting-the-grand-canyon/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/truck-loading-dg.jpgTruck loading DGThe morning of the adventure has arrived. Everything we have packed... our food, personal gear and rafts are stuffed into this truck in preparation for our drive to the takeoff point, Lee's Ferry.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/tom-hairdo-1.jpgTom hairdo 1Tom is 50% businessman, 30% adventurer, and 20% character. Or maybe I have the percentages reversed. Here he is having his hair bleached for the trip. You will see the results in future posts.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/food-packing-2.jpgFood packing 2Food organization took place outside of our motel rooms.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/packed-room.jpgPacked roomOur bedroom was packed with food. Personal gear is on the bed.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/what-goes-with-oranges-dg.jpgWhat goes with oranges DGOne of our participants obviously felt that tequila and oranges needed to be stored together.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/list-check-dg.jpgList check DGFood purchase and storage for an 18 day river adventure depends upon lists upon lists. First you have to plan out menus and quantities. Next the food needs to be purchased, Finally it has to be carefully stored so you will find the right food on the right day. Tom's wife, Beth, was in charge of the lists. (Photo by Don Green)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/tom-2.jpgTom 2Tom Lovering, our trip leader, has been running rivers since the 70s. I first met him in 1974 when I persuaded him to have his outdoor/wilderness store, Alpine West, to sponsor a hundred mile backpack trip I was organizing for the American Lung Association in Sacramento.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/safeway-van.jpgSafeway vanPreparation for our trip down the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon quickly taught me that eating was going to be a central part of our adventure. This is the back of my 22-foot van after a trip to Safeway in Flagstaff, Arizona.2015-01-25T06:00:41+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2014/09/18/my-thoughts-are-on-scotland/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/scottish-pony.jpgScottish ponyI photographed this pony in Kirkcolm, Scotland when I was doing research on my Scots-Irish ancestors. I promised myself at the time that I would return for research in Ireland and England.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/peggy-and-scottish-tombstone.jpgPeggy and Scottish tombstoneGenealogical work involves spending a lot of time in graveyards. I was amazed by the size of Scottish tombstones. Peggy provides perspective next to a grave that may have been one of her ancestors.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/flowers-and-scottish-gargoyle.jpgFlowers and Scottish gargoyleCat man. I liked the way the flowers found a crack next to this gargoyle-like figure.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/celtic-cross.jpgCeltic crossAncient Celtic Cross.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/mother-sheep-and-lamb.jpgMother sheep and lambMom and baby.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/peggy-and-david-martin.jpgPeggy and David MartinMy wife Peggy and the Scottish patriot David Martin in front of the Old Church B&B in Muirkirk, Scotland.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/scottish-countryside-2.jpgScottish countryside 2Another view of the beautiful countryside of Scotland.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/scottish-countryside.jpgScottish countrysideA view of the Scottish countryside featuring an ancient rock fence and Scottish Broom.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/kirkcolm.jpgKirkcolm ScotlandThe small town of Kirkcolm where my great grandmother was born.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/scottish-sheep.jpgScottish sheep, a two toed ungulateSheep are also two toed ungulates. This stout fellow had been blocking a small rural road we were lost in Scotland. Had its body instead of its head been black, I would have cited the old nursery tale to it: Baa, baa, black sheep have you any wool? Yes sir, yes sir, three bags full.2015-01-25T05:48:15+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2014/10/03/1964-the-free-speech-movement-at-uc-berkeley-a-student-revolution-part-i/2015-01-25T05:47:51+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2014/10/04/on-the-edge-of-radicalism-uc-berkeleys-free-speech-movement-part-ii/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/img_6836-e1620929107432.jpgDaily Cal Newspaper after December 4,1964 arrests in Sproul HallAn aging copy of the Daily Cal, Berkeley's student newspaper, announces the arrests at Sproul Hall on December 4, 1964. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/img_6832-e1620171131614.jpgMimeographed sheet from Free Speech MovementHastily run off mimeograph sheets such as this one kept students up-to-date on what was happening with the Free Speech Movement. It seems terribly quaint in the age of the Internet and cellphones.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/img_6829-e1620171390238.jpgJack Weinberg Free Speech MovementJack Weinberg looks out the window of a police car on Sproul Plaza on the Berkeley Campus. 2015-01-25T05:47:37+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2014/10/05/uc-berkeleys-free-speech-moment-50-years-later-part-iii/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/daily-cal.jpgDaily Cal summary of the Free Speech MovementThe student newspaper at UC Berkeley used headlines from its 1964/65 coverage of the Free Speech Movement on its front page issue that summarized the tumultous year. 2015-01-25T05:47:25+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2014/05/21/the-race-caucasian-in-oregon-part-14/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/1-whitney.jpg1 Whitney2015-01-25T05:45:56+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2014/01/12/one-hundred-thousand-thank-yous-for-one-hundred-thousand-views/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/vase-2.jpgBurning Man VaseOne of my favorite Burning Man mutant vehicles lit up at night2015-02-20T20:42:23+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2013/07/10/the-mekemsonbray-gang-terrorizes-diamond-springs%e2%80%a6-the-50th-euhs-reunion/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/sister-2.jpgSister 2Sister provides a tail shot.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/sister-1.jpgSister 1Sister provides a head shot.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/linda-and-sister.jpgLinda and SisterLinda with the family dog, Sister.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/bob-and-curt-2.jpgBob and Curt 2Bob and I today on the road north in Salem, Oregon.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/first-grade-class.jpgFirst grade class at Diamond Springs Elementary school in 1949The first grade class at Diamond Springs Grade School in 1949. I'm the guy in the top row with his hands stuck in his pockets. Joe is on the bottom row, far right. Rudy is the second person down from me on the right. Robert is in the middle of the bottom row. Bob Bray, the second person on the left in the bottom row, has been one of my best friends ever since.2015-01-25T05:44:09+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2013/02/18/corfu-a-magical-greek-island-the-mediterranean-cruise/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/coru-view-6.jpgCoru View 6A final view of Corfu. This one captures our ship, the Crown Princess, in the background.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/corfu-view-1.jpgCorfu view 1Another view of Corfu buildings with their shutters and balconies.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/market.jpgMarketColorfulfFruit markets...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/gargoyle.jpgGargoyleGargoyles...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/church.jpgChurchThe adventure involved in travel is experiencing new sites and cultures. This was a beautiful Greek Orthodox Church we walked into.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/asian-art-2.jpgAsian art 2The Asian Museum, BTW, includes an excellent collection of art, as represented by this painting.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/lamp-post.jpgLamp postLamp posts don't get much strange than the one we found outside of Corfu's Asian Museum located in an old British mansion.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/pigeon-p.jpgpigeon pPeggy found this pigeon hanging out on the broken shutters of an abandoned building. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/street-scene-2.jpgStreet scene 2A Corfu Street scene. Once again we enjoyed the narrow, car-free streets as we did time and again in Europe.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/cat1.jpgcatMy obligatory cat photo. I caught this guy sleeping on the seat of a motor bike at the entrance to the Old Fort on Corfu. It may be a new definition of contentment.2015-01-25T05:42:37+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2012/09/21/wonderfully-whacky-vehicles-burning-man-2012/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/bear-p-b.jpgBear P BThis bear and her cubs show up annually at Burning Man. She and her babies are pulled by a bicycle so technically she isn'r a mutant vehicle. I included her on an earlier blog. I can't resist her charm. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/mutant-dragon-b.jpgMutant dragon BSometimes mutant vehicles at Burning Man can appear downright scary, such as this dragon. Flame shoots out of its mouth at night.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/toothy-mutant-b.jpgToothy Mutant BCheck out the toothy grin on this Burning Man 2012 vehicle.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/orange-bus-b.jpgOrange Bus BClimbing on this orange bus just has to involve a ride to somewhere mysterious and wonderful.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/wart-hog-b.jpgWart hog BWe were admiring the Temple when this wart hog stopped by for a visit.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/yummy-mutant.jpgYummy mutantOther's at Burning Man are quite happy with a one-seater. I think Yummy was the name of the camp, not the vehicle.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/christina-b.jpgChristina BSome Burners at Black Rock city require a yacht for transportation. This boat is named Christina.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/bunny-p-b.jpgBunny P BI believe this big eyed, floppy eared 2012 Burning Man vehicle is a bunny.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/octupus-night.jpgOctupus nightHere, our flaming friend, El Pulpo Mechanico, gathers a night time crowd.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/octupus-b-p.jpgOctupus B PPeggy came across El Pulpo Mechanico resting up for his night of carousing out on the Playa. He had also been at Burning Man 2011.2015-01-25T05:38:09+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2012/10/04/the-beautiful-and-rugged-northwest-coast-brookings-oregon/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/reflections-2.jpgHarris Beach State ParkWe've been to the park before. This photo is from one of our visits. You can see why we would want to return.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/driftwood.jpgDriftwoodThis large log, bleached white by the sun and sea, is a reminder of stormy oceans. In fact watching storms hit the coast has become a major spectator sport during the winter on the Oregon coast.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/rocks-and-waves-3.jpgRocks and waves 3The restless ocean and its waves were calm for my visit to Brookings, Oregon.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/seagull-2.jpgSeagull 2And what's an ocean without a seagull... This guy was hoping I would break out lunch.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/shell-life.jpgShell lifeLow tide uncovers an abundance of sea life. When my dad lived on the Oregon Coast, he would gather the mussels for cooking.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/north-rocks-1.jpgNorth Rocks 1Looking north up the Pacific Coast from Harris State Beach.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/rock-1.jpgRock 1I liked the combination of dark rock, sandy beach, sky and water.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/black-rock-am.jpgBlack Rock AMThe sand bar that separated the lagoon from the ocean. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/south-rocks-am-2.jpgSouth Rocks AM 2Another early morning photo at Harris State Park. This one is looking south. The sun has gently touched the rock on the right while those on the left are still in shadows.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/gold-rocks-2.jpgGold Rocks 2This view, similar to the photo at the beginning, was taken early morning.2015-02-02T04:54:26+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2012/07/27/newspaper-rock-2000-years-of-indian-rock-art-all-the-news-thats-fit-to-peck/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/newspaper-rock-4-copy1.jpgNewspaper Rock 4 copyMy favorite photo. I like the contrast between the orange sandstone and dark rock varnish. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/newspaper-rock-4-copy.jpgNewspaper Rock 4 copyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/whole-shebang.jpgwhole shebangA picture of the complete Newspaper Rock site. The fence has been added to discourage people from defacing the petroglyphs.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/bear-with-me.jpgBear with meBear with me. (grin)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/horse-and-buffalo.jpghorse and buffaloBuffaloed?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/crowded-page.jpgcrowded pageI've included this photo to illustrate how crowded the petroglyphs are on Newspaper Rock. Note the rabbit tracks working their way upward on the upper-right center.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/newspaper-rock-1-nc-copy.jpgNewspaper Rock 1 NC copyThis represents the richness of wildlife found on Newspaper Rock. I see deer, a buffalo, big horn sheep, a bear and a lizard. I don't have a clue what the long creature on the left with the strange legs is. Any guesses/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/what.jpgWhatNot a clue on the central figure. What's your guess? He/she/it also shows up in another panel.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/trick-rider.jpgtrick riderA bow-legged trick rider? Yeehaw!https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/nightmare.jpgNightmareWhat little kids expect to find hiding under their bed at night.2019-03-08T05:40:12+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2011/09/13/a-not-so-funny-thing-happened-on-the-way-to-burning-man/2015-01-25T05:33:14+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2011/09/29/a-terminal-case-of-puberty-blues%e2%80%a6-the-50th-reunion-of-euhs%e2%80%99s-1961-class/2015-01-25T05:32:36+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2011/10/17/a-cold-and-stormy-night%e2%80%a6-lost-in-a-snow-storm-part-i/2015-01-25T05:32:10+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2011/10/30/the-revolution-of-the-60s-and-the-occupy-wall-street-movement/2015-01-25T05:31:34+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2011/06/07/the-old-church-bb-a-ghost-and-a-lonely-grave-part-i/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/img_4406.jpgIMG_4406Knick knacks, canned fruit, and a genuine feel of home.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/img_4403.jpgIMG_4403A serious cook's stove on which Lesley whips up full Scottish Breakfasts and mouth watering bread.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/img_4408.jpgIMG_4408The inviting bed in our suite.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/img_4396.jpgIMG_4396David greeted us at the door. I can't quite put my finger on it, but I felt he had slightly Hobbit features.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/img_4389.jpgIMG_4389The Old Church B&B in Muirkirk, Scotland. The two upper windows provided our suite with a view of the town and countryside. 2016-06-05T07:39:22+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2011/06/13/a-rabid-wolf-wandered-through-camp-the-wind-river-mountains-of-wyoming/2015-01-25T05:30:28+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2011/06/22/when-bears-come-to-visit/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/mdgc0027.jpgMy beautiful pictureMm, mm good. Our neighbors with the night camera have a compost box that the bear finds particularly fascinating. Note the metal around the box. He couldn't get in through the sides so he went in through the top.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/img_4541.jpgIMG_4541Have you ever come across a large pile of fresh bear scat. It's enough to make you wish you were elsewhere. Our friend left this behind. Bone provides perspective.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/mdgc0029.jpgBlack BearBlack Bears are much smaller than either Kodiak or grizzly bears, but this doesn't mean they aren't scary. This one was cruising our neighborhood in Oregon and had tipped over my heavy Webber Grill.2015-01-25T05:29:58+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2011/08/06/my-eyes-ears-nose-and-mouth-are-clogged-with-dust-and-5000-people-don%e2%80%99t-have-a-clue-where-camp-is%e2%80%a6-surviving-burning-man/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/img_4890.jpgIMG_4890While it's impossible to persuade six and three year olds to hold still for night time photos, I liked the sense of movement that Peggy caught.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/img_4876.jpgIMG_4876Our grandkids somehow thought I would look good as a chained man with cat whiskers.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/img_4877.jpgIMG_4877Here's how Tasha looked when she and the kids finished. Note how easy she is to see in the dark.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/img_4880.jpgIMG_4880Being seen at night is one of the most important survival tools at Burning Man. We invited our grandkids to decorate us for this blog with glow sticks. Mom, they decided, needed spiky hair.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/photo-on-2011-08-06-at-16-32.jpgPhoto on 2011-08-06 at 16.32Radical Self-Reliance is the primary catch phrase at Burning Man. This is my "Bring on the dust storm" outfit. A painter's mask works better but when your Burning Man name is Outlaw...2015-01-25T05:29:28+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2012/12/29/chapter-25-the-bush-devil-eats-sam/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/money-bus.jpgMoney busLocal Peace Corps Volunteers hired a money-bus to take us to the Haight-Ashbury party. The bus sits in front of our house in this photo.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/bush-devil-copy.jpgBush Devil copyThe Bush Devil is a powerful figure within traditional Liberian Culture. This is a Bush Devil of the Grebo Tribe that visited a Peace Corps Haight-Ashbury Party Liberia circa 1967.2015-01-25T05:23:50+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2011/03/31/peace-corps-training-and-the-dead-chicken-dance/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/picture-002.jpgPicture 0022015-01-25T05:23:27+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2012/11/17/chapter-4-the-dead-chicken-dance-at-peace-corps-training/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/granite-chief-1.jpgGranite ChiefSteve Crowle and I came up with the ice of doing a 100-mile trip in the Sierra Nevada Range as a fund raiser for the American Lung Association of Sacramento-Emigrant Trails.2015-01-25T05:22:44+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2014/11/04/who-needs-a-barber-when-you-have-a-starfish-british-columbia-sea-kayak-adventure-part-3/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/kaykers-at-end-of-day-on-compton-island.jpgKaykers at end of day on Compton IslandMembers of our group enjoy a quiet moment at the end of the day, hoping for a whale to appear. Next blog: we kayak to Berry Island and hear a tale about Bigfoot. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/relaxing-at-end-of-day-on-compton-island.jpgRelaxing at end of day on Compton IslandMembers of our group enjoy a quiet moment at the end of the day. Next blog: we kayak to Berry Island and hear a Bigfoot tale.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/barnacles.jpgBarnaclesIt was after all of the salmon excitement that we discovered the starfish, and these barnacles.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/img_5325.jpgFilleted salmonAnd displays the rich red meat, roe, and innards of the salmon.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/kayaker-fillets-coho-salmon-on-compton-island.jpgKayaker fillets coho salmon on Compton IslandHere, Dennis goes to work.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/dennis.jpgDennisThe true hero of the day was Dennis who now lives in Idaho but has fished extensively off of Alaska. He offered to fillet the fish.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/quy-and-salmon-2.jpgQuy and salmon 2… it wiggled. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/quy-and-salmon.jpgQuy and salmonQuy was happy to pose with the salmon, until...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/lindy-and-salmon.jpgLindy and salmonThe ever energetic and vivacious Lindy retrieved the salmon and handed it off to Quy.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/fisherman.jpgFisherman on Blackfish Sound"Would you like a salmon?" he asked— and to our enthusiastic yes, threw it overboard.2015-01-25T05:13:31+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2014/11/08/albion-manor-one-of-canadas-top-ten-bbs-a-delightful-interlude/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/peggy.jpgPeggy Mekemson ar Albion ManorI'll conclude with a photo of Peggy snuggling up to one of the flowers at the Albion Manor. Next Blog; I will return to our kayak adventure off of the northeast coast of Vancouver Island.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/img_5608.jpgBacchus at Albion Manorhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/img_5601.jpgPainting at Albion Manorhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/img_5561.jpgSculpture at Albion Manorhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/img_5595.jpgArt at Albion Manorhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/img_5593.jpgArt at Albion Manorhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/img_5592.jpgArt of Albion Manorhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/img_5591.jpgArt of Albion Manorhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/houseboats-in-victoria-2.jpgHouseboats in Victoria 2https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/houseboats-in-victoria.jpgHouseboats in Victoria2015-01-25T05:12:59+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2014/11/11/the-monster-on-the-rock-and-sasquatch-british-columbia-kayak-adventure-part-4/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/evening-on-compton-island.jpgEvening on Compton IslandAnd evening settled in.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/peggy-and-i.jpgPeggy and IPeggy and I shared a quiet moment...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/marys-birthday_edited-1.jpgMary's birthday_edited-1Back in camp, Mary celebrated her birthday...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/futuristic-yatch.jpgFuturistic yachtThis futuristic yacht didn't look nearly as friendly as the seal. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/clouds-and-island.jpgClouds and islandI liked the contrast here between water, clouds, and islands. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/seal.jpgSealThe whales kept their distance, but a curious seal stopped by to check us out. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/img_8527.jpgNickNick looks on in amazement at the performance.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/lindy-tries-blowing-kelp-like-a-trumpet.jpgLindy tries blowing kelp like a trumpetHere Lindy takes a turn. Peggy had also tried her luck. My advice to them: they should keep their day jobs.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/quy-blowing-kelp-like-a-trumpet.jpgQuy blowing kelp like a trumpetQuy taught us how to cut up the kelp so it could be blown like a trumpet.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/kelp-beds.jpgKelp bedsFloating kelp provided something of a challenge for kayaking through, but they also provided an opportunity.2015-01-25T05:12:38+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2014/11/17/free-corky-and-stay-out-of-the-death-vortex-british-columbia-kayak-adventure/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/waiting-kayaks.jpgWaiting kayaksAnd our waiting kayaks. Our's is third from the left. I was surprised it hadn't escaped given that we had tried to dump her in the death vortex. It was time to saddle up and head for our last campground. Next Blog: we conclude the Kayak adventure.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/old-roots-and-wood.jpgOld roots and ropeThis interesting combination of old wood and rope...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/drift-wood-on-hanson-island.jpgDrift wood on Hanson IslandThis entwined piece of driftwood...https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/treebeard.jpgTreebeardA stump with green hair. Could it be Treebeard of Hobbit fame?https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/dennis-and-wendy.jpgDennis and WendyBack at the beach I found smiling faces— Wendy and Dennis.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/wooden-mushroom.jpgWooden mushroomOn the way back to the beach, I found some strange mushrooms growing along side the trail. On close inspection I discovered they were carved out of wood. My thoughts: the folks at Orca Lab were having a slow day.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/david-and-grandma-cedar.jpgDavid and Grandma CedarSome photographers will go to any length to capture a photo of Grandma Cedar, as David demonstrates here.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/grandma-cedar-2.jpgGrandma cedar 2I took this photo of Grandma Cedar looking up.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/grandma-cedar.jpgGrandma CedarWe went for a walk and found this giant tree that the folks at Orca-Lab call Grandma Cedar.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/driftwood-next-to-orca-lab.jpgDriftwood next to Orca LabThere was some very impressive driftwood on the beach at Orca-Lab, including this massive example.2015-01-25T05:12:05+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2014/11/20/when-orcas-go-swimming-by-british-columbia-sea-kayak-adventure-the-conclusion/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/campfire-2.jpgCampfireWe wrapped up our final evening with a campfire, story telling, songs and a skit.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/campfire.jpgCampfireWe wrapped up our evening with songs, stories and skits. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/final-orca.jpgFinal orcaSince we had begun our kayak adventure searching for orcas, it is appropriate that I end this series with a picture of the final orca we saw. (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.) https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/bear-2.jpgBear 2Kayaking back to Telegraph Cove, we came on a black bear. Weren't able to determine how he managed to get the stick lodged in his fur. Was it the shaft of an arrow? (Photo by Peggy Mekemson.)https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/official-group-photo.jpgOfficial group photoThe final morning we posed for an 'official' group photo.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/img_8737.jpgIMG_8737https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/fishing-boat-on-johnstone-strait.jpgFishing Boat on Johnstone StraitFishing boats shattered the quiet of our campground. BC fisheries had declared an eight hour fishing season to reduce the number of salmon trying to get up streams. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/julia-serves-dinner.jpgJulia serves dinnerDinner is served.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/hearts-at-little-kai-camp.jpgHearts at Little Kai CampWe were amused to find that previous kayakers had collected numerous heart-shaped rocks off of Little Kai Beach.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/driftwood-at-little-kai-camp.jpgDriftwood at Little Kai CampBack at camp, I found interesting driftwood.2015-01-25T05:11:39+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2014/11/29/a-wild-ocean-and-crashing-waves-the-oregon-coast/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/devils-churn1.jpgDevil's ChurnA final view of the Devil's Churn. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/devils-churn-at-work1.jpgDevil's Churn at workhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/devils-churn-at-work.jpgDevil's Churn at workThe Churn at work.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/waves-like-whipped-cream.jpgWaves like whipped creamA close up of Devil's Churn showing the whip cream like texture of the waves.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/devils-churn.jpgDevils ChurnIt's known as the Devil's Churn. Waves come driving in from the ocean and are forced up a narrow channel, turning the water into a frothy, whipped cream like texture.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/retreating-wave-at-depoe-bay.jpgRetreating wave at Depoe BayThe waves energy expended by crashing against the rocks, the water flows back into the ocean.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/spouting-horn-3.jpgSpouting Horn 3And a third view.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/spouting-horns-2.jpgSpouting Horns 2Another view of the Spouting Horns. I could almost see a ghostly face staring back at me.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/spouting-horns-at-depoe-bay.jpgSpouting Horns at Depoe BayOne of the best know spots for watching waves on the Oregon Coast is in the community of Depoe Bay where the ocean shoots through lava tubes and is thrown high into the sky through what is known as the Spouting Horns.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/crashing-waves.jpgCrashing wavesRules numbers 1 and 2 when enjoying waves: Keep a distance, and never, never turn your back.2015-01-25T05:10:53+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2014/12/05/a-world-war-ii-blimp-hangar-a-guppy-and-a-cow-escape-route-the-oregon-coast/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/balloon-bomb.jpgJapanese balloon bombThe first ICBM? As the Japanese war effort was reversed and the US began its air raids on the country, Japan initiated a desperate ploy: the use of the jet stream to carry explosive-loaded balloons 6200 miles to the Pacific Coast. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/blimps-outside-hangar-tillamook-oregon.jpgblimps outside hangar Tillamook OregonA final view of blimps arrayed outside of the Tillamook hangar during World War II.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/launching-blimp.jpglaunching blimp from TillamookA blimp is launched from the Tillamook Air Station during World War II.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/hangar-being-built.jpgHangar being builtBuilding the two hangars at Tillamook was a massive undertaking. Unstable ground, a ferocious winter, and the use all provided challenges.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/guppy-inside.jpgGuppy insideInside the guppy.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/guppy-airplane.jpgguppy airplaneIt isn't too much of a jump to move from cows to a guppy is it. One look at the front of this cargo plane explains its name.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/woman-ordinance-worker.jpgWoman Ordinance WorkerAmong the other World War II items found at the museum were a number of WW II posters including this one for WOW, women ordinance workers.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/location-of-blimp-hangars.jpglocation of blimp hangarsThis illustration at the museum shows where blimp naval air stations were located during World War II. https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/blimp-size.jpgBlimp sizeThis illustration inside the Air Museum provides a perspective on the various sizes of blimps. The blimps housed at the Tillamook Naval Air Station were K-Class.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/inside-hangar.jpgInside hangarThis view inside the hangar gives an idea of its massive size.2020-10-17T16:16:05+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/2014/12/11/now-playing-in-our-back-yard-a-turkey-fan-dance-an-interlude/https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/tail-feathers-2_edited-1.jpgTail feathers on turkeyWith tail feathers extended. Next blog: Peggy's dad crashes his air plane in a remote Burma jungle.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/img_7920.jpgIMG_7920https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/turkey-trot.jpgTurkey trotDoing the turkey trot.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/turkeys-strut-their-stuff.jpgTurkeys strut their stuffAnd strut their stuff.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/fandance-4.jpgFandance 4And begin their dance.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/turkey-fandance-3.jpgTurkey fandance 3https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/george.jpgGeorgeA carved rendition of a Liberian Bush Devil that I purchased from a leper in Ganta, Liberia in 1965.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/cedar-tree.jpgCedar treeRain splattered windows provided a view of our cedar tree out of the sunroom.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/rain-on-deck.jpgRain on deckOur deck reflects the rain.https://wandering-through-time-and-place.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/turkey-fan-dance-2.jpgTurkey Fan Dance 2Wild turkeys, using their tails, perform a fan dance in our back yard.2015-01-25T05:09:58+00:00monthlyhttps://wandering-through-time-and-place.comdaily1.02026-05-20T19:13:05+00:00