Quirky American Towns — West Coast

Cannon Beach in Oregon has a population of about 1,500. You don’t go there for the town, but for the beach, which is among the most beautiful on the west coast. When I first went there it was so foggy I couldn’t even see the famous Haystack Rock. Then it cleared and was spectacular. Nearby there are other equally gorgeous … Read More

Beacon and Newburgh NY

This morning, I traveled a short way upriver to Beacon. When I was younger, I often hiked in the area. Just driving past reminded me of the difficulty of those trails, including the aptly named Breakneck Ridge trail. As I watched rain dripping down rocks, I imagined how slippery the trail must be. Even on good days, the combination of … Read More

Seattle, Washington

NW Coast mark

No trip to Seattle is complete without a visit to the Pike Street Market. Though it is touristy, it is also great fun to wander around.  I love taking photos of the flower bouquets and always regret I can’t take them home with me.  After seeing so many tulips growing, it was nice to see them mixed with other flowers … Read More