The Road Less Traveled

OK – it’s been painfully long since I last posted.  But what a treat to return to.  I had the pleasure of exploring the NE corner of Oregon – the Wallowas – back in August and it was just beautiful.

A quiet morning outside of Joseph, Oregon

Another treat to see on an early morning walk.

The Wallowas are a beautiful mountain range overlooking high, dry farmland.  The mountains encompass a Forest Service wilderness area, with all the adventure that comes with such rugged and remote places.   There’s great food, music and less rugged activities than backcountry trekking, for those not interested in that.

For me, I enjoyed barn-spotting as a new sport.

This barn reminds me of Wimpy from Popeye.

I loved the shape of this barn.

Just another barn that invites one to drive the back roads.

Whatever your pleasure, this remote corner of Oregon is a treat to visit.  Put it on your list!

Words can’t express the sadness I share with the world for the people of Japan as they struggle to comprehend and respond to the series of disasters of the past few days.  A tragedy like this reminds us all we are of one family.

A prayer candle I lit in remembrance of the rather tragic family story retold at the Karukayadô hall in Koyasan. Let this candle now serve double duty, for that family, and today for those lost in the recent tragedy, their families and friends.