The sun shone with orange light through the hazy air as reports of forest fires all around Oregon burn through forests unabated.
This bowl filled with plant life could turn and spin once started and then you could peer through each kaleidoscope to see the patterns created.
This tree had virtually no needles left, moss was dripping from every branch instead.
This is a view of our hotel from across the plaza in downtown Portland. We are staying on the eleventh floor and have an interior room which overlooks an inner atrium. But I do look out of one of those windows in the morning on my way down to get complimentary coffee served in the atrium.
Pieology is a great pizzeria that we have enjoyed twice so far. You can order one of their creations or request your own toppings. The Hickory BBQ Chicken is definitely our favorite.
The height of the trees was amazing to me. the West is on fire- affecting air quality for sure! Portland seems to be a beautiful town to visit. thank you for sharing your pictures, it's much better than being there, in my viewpoint. I do not have to contend with all the intricacies of adventuring. 🙂