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Today my lunch walk
to the Willamette River
A textbook autumn day


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A serene river scene features lush trees on both sides and a partly cloudy blue sky reflecting on the water's surface.A tranquil river scene is captured in black and white, with trees lining the banks under a dramatic, cloud-filled sky.

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My spot on the dock.
On a walk to the river
each day, I find peace


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A panoramic view of a serene Willamette River is framed by two dock piers, with a dramatic sky featuring streaky clouds overhead.A black and white photograph of a serene Willamette River is framed by two dock piers, with a dramatic sky featuring streaky clouds overhead.

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Deep roots that spread far
20 seasons have now passed
Wandering while rooted here


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A sunlit forest path is surrounded by tall, lush trees with a rustic wooden fence running alongside.A serene forest pathway is flanked by tall trees with sunlight filtering through the leaves, casting dappled shadows on the ground.

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A tunnel to fall
The canopy sways above
Crunching leaves below


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A sunlit forest path is surrounded by tall, lush green trees.A sunlit forest path is surrounded by tall, arching trees with dappled sunlight filtering through the leaves in a monolith photo.

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I mourn and rejoice,
The passing of some seasons
And beginning new


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Several pale, glossy mushrooms are growing on a moss-covered log in a forest setting.Mushrooms with smooth, reflective surfaces are growing on a log in a natural setting, depicted in black and white.

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A wood bridge crosses,
Autumn reflecting water,
Flowing under feet.


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A serene garden scene features a wooden bridge over a reflective pond, surrounded by lush green foliage at the Portland Japanese GardenA serene wooden bridge arches over a tranquil stream surrounded by lush, leafy trees in a black and white landscape at the Portland Japanese Garden.

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Harvest Moon tonight, Ichimatsu to observe And honor the new Autumn

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A Ichimatsu Mori raked Japanese garden features intricate patterns in the gravel with a patch of green moss or grass. Ichimatsu - the checker board pattern is used once a year to celebrate the harvest moon.A Ichimatsu Mori raked Japanese garden features intricate patterns in the gravel with a patch of green moss or grass. Ichimatsu - the checker board pattern is used once a year to celebrate the harvest moon. (mono chrome version.)

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The large bridge crossing ,
The Columbia River,
Merging in the Sea.


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A large bridge spans across a calm body of water near a dock with buildings under a cloudy sky.A bridge stretches across a calm body of water with a foggy sky and buildings along the shoreline.

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The hilltop column,
Sits high above the small town.
Of Astoria.


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The Astoria Column, surrounded by a forest, is set against a backdrop of dramatic, cloudy skies.The Astoria Column rises above a forested landscape, framed by dramatic, cloud-filled skies in a monochrome image.

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Each of the seasons,
Has moments that tip their hand.
Autumn crocus blooms.


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A vibrant autumn crocus with delicate petals and prominent orange stamens is captured in close-up detail.A black and white close-up of an autumn crocus with textured petals and visible stamens.

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With summer’s last hike,
I can’t help but feel sorrow.
Autumn color soothes.


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Equinox hike in Tryon Creek State Park Natural Area. Hiking trail leads through the forest and a downed tree points directly at the a sunburst formed by the bright sun in the blue sky.Equinox hike in Tryon Creek State Park Natural Area. Hiking trail leads through the forest and a downed tree points directly at the a sunburst formed by the bright sun in the blue sky. (Monochrome version)

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On a walk today
Reflecting on the river,
And karma and death


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A serene waterway is lined with tall wooden posts and surrounded by lush greenery under a partly cloudy sky.A tranquil black-and-white scene features a calm river with reflective waters, surrounded by tall trees and a cloudy sky, intersected by several vertical poles.A serene river landscape is bordered by lush green trees under a partly cloudy blue sky.A tranquil lakeside scene is depicted in black and white, with trees lining the shore and clouds partially covering the sky.A fallen tree log stretches across a serene body of water, creating a reflection on the calm surface.A fallen tree branch arches across a calm body of water, creating a mirrored reflection in a black and white setting.

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the shoulder season?
not the heart or head?
it defies them both!


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A serene river scene features lush green trees along the banks and a sky filled with dramatic clouds.A serene riverscape features a tranquil waterway lined with trees under a dramatic cloudy sky, captured in black and white.

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Bridging the seasons
Between the summer and fall
Soon colors will turn


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A wooden footbridge crosses a lush, green forest filled with tall trees and dense foliage.A serene black-and-white forest scene features tall trees, lush foliage, and a small bridge in the background.

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Sometimes I wake up
And I think about writing
Another haiku



Willamette River boat dock Memorial Park Wilsonville, Oregon

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A tranquil Willamette River scene with a dock extending into the water, surrounded by trees under a bright sun.A serene black and white scene features a calm Willamette River with a dock extending into the water, surrounded by trees and a softly glowing sun.

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There are junipers,
Many Lizards and Yucca,
Around Fatman’s Loop



Fatmans Loop Flagstaff AZ

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A rugged landscape featuring a gnarled, weathered tree stump, rocky terrain with patches of foliage, and a vibrant sky filled with scattered clouds.A dramatic black and white landscape features a weathered, twisted tree surrounded by rocks and grass under a sky filled with scattered clouds.

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The rocks have a hole,
The trail continues between.
Your path determined



Fatmans Loop Flagstaff AZ

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Two large boulders surrounded by trees sit under a bright blue sky with scattered clouds.Two large boulders sit amidst smaller rocks and trees under a sky with scattered clouds and a sunburst effect.

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At sunrise it’s still,
The mind and the world around.
Never disappoints.


River Walk Park Bakersfield CA

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A serene sunset casts a warm glow over a narrow canal with silhouetted trees and distant mountains.A serene black and white landscape features a reflective canal running through a flat, expansive terrain with silhouetted trees and mountains in the distance under a softly fading sky.

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In unfamiliar
Places, I grab familiar gear
To get lost, then found


Turtle Bay Exploration Park Redding CA

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A striking white, modern sundial bridge stretches over a river against a backdrop of a blue sky with scattered clouds and surrounding trees.A striking monochrome photograph depicts an elegantly curved bridge with cable supports against a backdrop of trees and a cloudy sky.

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Sometimes I feel small
When I contemplate big things
Standing next to trees

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Looking up from the base of a tall tree, the perspective showcases its textured trunk and vibrant green leaves reaching towards a clear blue sky.A towering tree is viewed from the base, stretching upwards with surrounding forest foliage in a dramatic black-and-white perspective.