Once in a while the universe converges to arrange a wonderful sighting. Such was the occasion this Saturday while on a hike up Sweet Creek in the Oregon Coast Range. First let me formulate this question: Were Sasquatch to have a pet, what would it's name be? Author extraordinaire Jonathan Thomas Stratman said, "Easy, Lunch! What else?" So, Lunch it is. I was lucky enough to capture a picture of Lunch just as a beam of light struck him on the steep hillside about 40 yards above me. He was standing in the deep forest. Click, then, nothing. The cloud covered the sun just enough to alert him to disappear. Disolved right into the surrounding forest, but--not before I captured his image here for you to see. Absolutely NO photoshopping allowed on this blog. What I post is what I saw!
The rest of the hike was mist, roar, watch your step, wow! Sweet Creek cascades down through a canyon for two miles of continuous beauty. Each step provided new sights and sounds. Along the path, new plants poked their expectant heads out of the ground. Many, dripping with misty dew were blooming. Don't forget walking sticks, sturdy shoes and your camera. And--you may find Lunch.
What an amazing sight! " Lunch" standing guard over the hillside posing momentarily for you to snap the perfect picture. Sweet Creek looks to be an enjoyable & serene hike and along the way bright pink flowers promise juicy orange salmonberries irresistible to summer hikers. All "Sweet Treats" from Mother Nature!
ReplyDeleteYou are such a talented photographer and writer! I must make my way to Sweet Creek!
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