Author Archives: pearlsandprose
I Met a Favorite Author
A couple months ago I went to a talk by one of my favorite authors, Ruta Sepetys. Thanks to Jackie Cangro, I discovered her books and enjoyed them immensely. They are Young Adult fiction, but many adults are reading her … Continue reading
Autumn Poplar (I think)
This time of year always makes me think of the fall colors back East. I’m pretty sure these are poplar leaves. If anyone knows otherwise, let me know. I got so I could name a lot of plants back there, … Continue reading
Autumn Window
Santa Fe, New Mexico. Great weekend, everyone! {carole}
Saving Hibiscus
I took this shot of our hibiscus earlier today. Two weeks ago it was on death’s door. We’ve had it for at least five years, but one day I found tons of whiteflies on most of the leaves. I tried … Continue reading
Na Pali Coast from the Air
One of the best things we did in Hawaii was take a helicopter ride over the Na Pali Coast. I’ve seen it from a cruise ship and a catamaran, but this was something else. If you’re wary of helicopters, it’s … Continue reading
Hanalei’s Wai’oli Hui’ia Church
Picturesque Wai’oli Hui’ia Church in Hanalei is on the main road just past Hanalei town. Built in 1912, the spired church was designed in the American Gothic style. The often-photographed church was built by Albert, Sam and George Wilcox, descendants … Continue reading
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Tagged American Gothic architecture, Hanalei, Hawaii, Kauai, stained glass windows, Wai'oli Hui'ia Church
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International Cat Day
Well, I just have to post a photo of our cat on International Cat Day! Here’s Yuri on bird alert: Great weekend a day early, {carole}
Sunset Drama
I took this across the street from our Airbnb in Princeville, Kauai, Hawaii. Great weekend, everyone! {carole}
Sauvie Island Farms
Lavender, hydrangeas and beautiful clouds at Sauvie Island Farms, Oregon. Great weekend, everyone! {carole}
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Tagged clouds, hydrangeas, lavender field, Oregon, Sauvie Island
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Jenkins Estate
Just outside Portland, Oregon, there’s a place called Jenkins Estate. It’s such a great place to walk…the trees are so tall and beautiful. These remind me of cathedral arches. I like this little shed in one of the gardens. The … Continue reading
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Tagged garden shed, Jenkins Estate, lavender, Oregon, purple clematis, towering trees
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