This is a tree growing in the Olympic Mountains in Washington State, USA. A few years back, we took a hike through a forest and came upon this huge tree. At first I thought it was dead, but there were still some living branches near the top.

We were relaxing in a picnic area when out of nowhere a storm rolled in. I just loved the way the fog hung around the mountain.

Our beautiful daughter, Byelka, passed away seven years ago today, on June 5, 2015. Her spirit is still with us. In our darkest hours, her loving presence soothes us, and when we are happy she joins us in our joy. I find great peace in knowing that when my time in this world comes to an end, Byelka, and her brother Vyeska, will be there to greet me.

This is a view from a lookout on Hamilton Mountain, WA, USA.

I took this picture of the Maritime Memorial in Astoria, Oregon, USA. It was a warm but windy day at the mouth of the Columbia River.

I took this picture while taking a rest break near the end of a steep climb up Beacon Rock mountain, Oregon, USA.

I took this photo of a lone tree along the Oregon coast, USA.

I took this picture while hiking in the park. The day was blustery and beautiful.

I made this short video of Ecola State Park while hiking on a trail. We stopped to rest. The wind was howling and the sea was roaring, so I couldn’t resist capturing both images and sounds.

Here’s a cute picture of a mama mountain goat and her adorable baby. A few years ago, my better-half took this picture on a hike in the mountains of Washington State, USA.