Cats and Trails and Garden Tales
Musings on cats, travel, gardens and life
Category: Travel
The Earth in Layers at the Grand Canyon
We spent a few days at the Grand Canyon last year and got to experience its magnificent beauty from many angles at different times of day. The picture below was taken while the sun was rising near Mather Point. The next few pictures, which… Continue Reading “The Earth in Layers at the Grand Canyon”
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Return of the Salmon
It happens every year in the Pacific Northwest. Salmon return to the rivers and streams of their birth to spawn. Three main species of salmon return to the Cedar River in Renton: the Sockeye, Chinook and Coho. The Sockeye is the most abundant and… Continue Reading “Return of the Salmon”
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Dreaming of the Road to Hana
Not Hana, but the Road to Hana, a narrow, winding, white-knuckle drive through tropical forest, over one lane bridges, with dramatic views of waterfalls and the Pacific Ocean. Yes, this is the ultimate road trip and you’ll find it on the island of Maui… Continue Reading “Dreaming of the Road to Hana”
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Ready or Not
It’s 4th grade and I’m at the school that looms large in my memory. We’re sitting on the steps under the overhang of the building, a covered entryway somewhere between in and out. School hasn’t started yet and it’s almost 8:30. I’m with… Continue Reading “Ready or Not”
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More Fall Glory in Purple and Gold at Soos Creek Botanical Garden
I don’t mean to overdo it with the fall themed posts, but glory surrounds us this time of year in the Pacific Northwest and after a visit to Soos Creek Botanical Garden yesterday I had to share a few more pictures with you if… Continue Reading “More Fall Glory in Purple and Gold at Soos Creek Botanical Garden”
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Cee’s Fun Foto Challenge: Places People Visit
On our road trip to Yellowstone last month we stopped by a number of places we might not otherwise visit. In Eastern Washington, it was the tiny town of Zillah for a look at the Teapot Dome Service Station, a charming piece of Americana. … Continue Reading “Cee’s Fun Foto Challenge: Places People Visit”
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All Ablaze at Seattle Japanese Garden
I can’t remember the last time I visited Seattle Japanese Garden at the Arboretum – maybe never? But what better time than during the annual Maple Festival when the Garden is ablaze with color. ~ Susanne
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Green River Gorge and a Walk through Nolte State Park
After yesterday’s dreary rain I thought we might be trapped inside until next April when the rain should stop. Fortunately today was clear so we took advantage and headed out to the Green River Gorge. We stopped for breakfast in Black Diamond, and after… Continue Reading “Green River Gorge and a Walk through Nolte State Park”
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Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone
Of all the pictures I took of the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, this one’s my favorite. ~ Susanne
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More Wonders of Yellowstone
I hope I’m not boring you with my posts on Yellowstone National Park but this may be my most comprehensive tour yet! First of all, did I tell you that Yellowstone sits in the caldera of an ancient supervolcano, and the same forces… Continue Reading “More Wonders of Yellowstone”
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