As I have said previously, I love winter. We are currently in the midst of a "major rain event" which should bring several inches of rain to the Willamette Valley in the next few days. It is warm like the middle of spring with a wind to blow your hat to Portland. So my camera and I took a walk down to the Willamette River.
In 1912 this bridge in the pix below was constructed as a railroad bridge. It was used for decades but after the trains quit using it, it fell into disrepair. Several years ago the city of Salem purchased it, retrofitted it as a pedestrian bridge connecting the Riverfront Park on the east to Wallace Marine Park on the west side of the river. It is a favored walking / biking spot for Salem folks. Note the blue sky. I wore my raincoat and hat. Not a drop! Oh well, my camera captured some shots. I included my two favorite ones here. The bottom one is "winter reflections in a city mud puddle".
I hope wherever you are, you are getting out and enjoying this lovely weather we have right now. Even if you have to walk in "wind-driven rain" enjoy the heck out of it. It is every bit as fun as playing in the sprinklers used to be as a child. You won't melt and I'll bet you have a great time.
