A Romp at the Ranch

The Norris grandkids came to the ranch for a photo shoot.

 Walkin' in the woods

Fun with a stick

 Throwin' rocks

Collecting leaves

Watching the tractor make hay

 Visiting the horses

 Riding

 Laughing 

& smiling

October Flock

Halloween can't be too far away when you see a creepy gathering of vultures!

October Milkweed

Harvest Moon

Sharing My Herbs

Some of you may remember I planted an herb garden this spring.
It is growing & thriving, however,
 I found something else that likes my herbs.

They are really enjoying my parsley.

After doing some research, I discovered they are....

 black swallowtail butterfly caterpillars.
I'll share my parsley!

Remembering Oregon

Agriculture is a big part of Oregon.

They are #1 in the country producing blackberries, grass seed & Christmas trees.

They also produce apples

herbs & grapes,

wine,

cut flowers,

crab,

and Tillamook cheese.

Its also good at making memories!

The Oregon Coast

The Oregon coast is rocky & scenic.

And at times, foggy.

But always beautiful.

 We were fortunate to see many of the local wildlife & sea creatures.

Sea otter

Jelly fish at the aquarium.

Harbor Seal

And lots of these sea lions!