A LITTLE COASTAL ESCAPE

 Randy said we needed a little short escape, so we headed off to Newport, Oregon on November 17th to stay at our favorite, Hallmark Resort. We had an ocean view room with a balcony. Our favorite restaurant, Georgie's, is right next door and they make the absolute best Clam Chowder! Mmm! It was a lovely drive going on Hwy's 20 and 34.  I took a few shots through the windows. 

We had such a great view from our room!

We could see the Yaquina lighthouse from the room as well!

We spent November 18th wandering through Newport and enjoying the unique shops in the waterfront. The weather was good for us and we found parking, which is hard to locate during the summer.

I was able to admire the creative artists and their wares.

Randy bought me a mirror that I fell in love with!

We headed home on Tuesday, November 19th. Short trip but still fun!

I was able to finally get a shot of the Sam Barlow house on our way home. 

I had always wanted to get one! The present owners fixed it all up. 

Travelers on the Barlow trail were required to pay $5 per wagon and 10 cents per head of livestock for the privilege of crossing it.

People did not have much and they were not happy about his tolls along the trail. 

I hope you enjoyed the few photos I took.

QUIET STROLL THROUGH THE OREGON GARDENS IN SILVERTON

 I have been feeling down and many of you know why. Crying, frightened, worried and physically ill.  Randy and my dearest friend, Sue, said to get out to nature. They know how healing it can be for me. So Randy took me out to eat at the Oregon Gardens and to slowly stroll and enjoy. It is not busy now and was so peaceful.  I want to share this with you all. Maybe it will bring you a little peace and comfort.

Randy made me laugh.

My little day of escape from the sadness.

PLAYING WITH A MONET PHOTO PROGRAM

 Recently I have been playing with a photo program that can make your photos look like a Monet painting. Monet is one of my favorite artists and so I just had to play with it!  Here are a few of my photographs that I used on the program! I hope you enjoy them!

What do you think? 

I am enjoying this program!