We're having a heat wave

We have been living under a heat dome lately.  So hot!   But it is supposed to be moderating a bit this week.   I took the screen shot below from Thursday's local paper:

The line under the icons reads:   Thursday Sunny and Hot;  Friday Very Hot; Saturday Very Hot; Sunday Colder; Monday a shower......

Temperatures over 100 are definitely not summer normal here in western Oregon (or at least they haven't been up until the last couple of years. ) But I laughed at the five-day outlook when I noticed that under the icon for Sunday it says "Colder" (with a temperature range of 89/62).   I don't think that's quite the right way to describe a day where the high is expected to be 89!  (I'm writing this on Sunday morning and it is more pleasant outside than it has been, but I'm not wearing winter clothes just yet thank you.)

Because of the heat, we didn't get outside to play much at all last week.   We've spent some quality time with our Oregon family and loved it, but somehow the camera never remembers to come out of hiding on those days. 

 

Geoff's picture from their Colorado backyard

So this week I'm blogging a a few Oregon pictures from earlier this month and interspersing those with some lovely (and cooling) pictures from our Colorado family.  Colorado is our "third State."    

 

Lisa's picture from Colorado

Above is Lisa's picture of Geoff with Max the big white dog on an early summer hike.  Morning or evening, Colorado skies are beautiful.   

The pictures in the next mosaic are mine from a week ago Saturday before it got so hot here:

 

 

Just some random people showing some of the ways to enjoy the beautiful South Willamette River Trail   (and on that river as viewed from the trail).  Walking, kayaking, bicycling, walking with the dogs, tending plots in the two community gardens along the path, fishing, and just chilling in the park and along the water's edge.  The trail offers something for everyone on a perfect summer's day.   I'm pretty sure we'll have more good days before summer's end.     

 

Green Heron

This is also my picture but from three years ago.  A couple of weeks ago  I showed a distant shot of another green heron and then I remembered this old picture.  It's the best one I think I've ever taken of this particular species of heron even though we see them often both here and in Florida.  Like the more recent picture, this one was also seen at the Delta Ponds and also in July.  

 

 

We've been watching this big apartment complex going up along one of the streets on our way to the River paths.   It's interesting to watch the progress.   At this stage, the buildings didn't look like they were ever going to be finished, but now they look more like people will be able to live in them someday soon.   The already finished building is, I think, going to be the office.

And here's one more Colorado picture:

Geoff's picture

And it's another one taken from their deck.  They have magical views from their new home.  

 

 Thank you to the hosts of the following sharing opportunities where I'm linking this week:

   NATURE NOTES;  TRAVEL PHOTO SOUVENIRS;  THROUGH MY LENS; MY CORNER OF THE WORLD; SIGNS SIGNS; SKYWATCH FRIDAY;  FRIDAY  BLISS;  and SATURDAY CRITTERS    

 

Comments

[Michelle nature notes]

I have water all over the yard..bird bath, ground baths and saucers for bees. Hot and dry here too.

[riitta k]

I loved to see the Colorado views, both Geoff’s and Lisa’s. It seems that Geoff lives in a paradise like place! Wish it gets cooler there, and here!

[Linda]

That’s quite a herd of deer! Don’t get too hot.

[Jm, Illinois, U.S.A.]

The moon face was captured. How interesting Colorado and Oregon landscapes are.

[Lavender Dreams]

The Colorado deer are just amazing! What a view! Love the moon photo and the birds you've shown too. Most of our temps are in the low 90s but with the humidity it feels hotter...as you know! You sure have some HOT temps so take care and wait a few days before getting out...when it's colder! lol

[Eileen]

Hello Sallie,
I hope your weather is cooler now. Love the Green Heron and the elk, great critter photos. The Moon capture in Colorado is gorgeous, lovely views and photos. Thank you for sharing your post. Take care, enjoy your weekend.

[Photo Cache]

I hope all the heat is behind you. That is crazy to think you could be under that temp for a bit.

Visting from Skywatch Friday!

Worth a Thousand Words

[Jim, Sydney, Australia]

Great.

[cloudia]

Glorious Moon Geoff!
A sweet post

[Shiju Sugunan]

Oh that moon is so perfectly placed. I like Lisa's picture from Colorado too.

[Peter B.]

I love Geoff's moon photo and Lisa's photo of the beautiful trail. Hope things cool off for you soon. I'm quite certain it won't be getting "cold" anytime soon!

[Dina Johnston]

Ha! Maybe you should be in Florida? Although it won't still be hot up there in October so I'd stay up there. Beautiful shots!

[Taken For Granted]

Wonderful landscape photos. The field of deer are amazing.

[Beatrice]

You are definitely a bit warmer than here in Nashua, NH, where we have been in the mid-90s the past couple of weeks. Colorado is a beautiful state and I hope to visit again one day in the future. Thanks for your comment on my post about Fort Knox in Maine and yes I do manage to learn new things even on subjects I am not overly interested, at first.

[tomthebackroadstraveller]

...I visited Portland's area nurseries for years and was amazed by the mild or sometimes chilly Julys. Could climate change be real?

[A ShutterBug Explores]

Wow! that is Hot! ~ Geoff's pics are awesome ~ what a view they have from their new home ~ and wonderful photos you took ~ love the feathered friend one ~ Xo

Wishing you good health, laughter and love in your days,

A ShutterBug Explores,
aka (A Creative Harbor)

[Veronica Lee]

A fantastic collection of photos, Sallie.
On the contrary, we've been experiencing cool weather for the past few weeks. It's 79 degrees today - our temps are usually in the 90s.

[Amy]

Such beautiful scenery, I haven't ever seen many photos of Colorado before but it looks so warm and fun there.

[Gaelyn]

All your states are wonderful! I see it's been hotter in OR than AZ, at least where I am.

[Hazel]

A lovely Blog to see! We had a few days heatwave, hotter than ever before and a few days almost as hot. Now it is a few days blissfully cooler in between hot, humid days. It’s the humidity that gets one.

[Sondra]

Sorry about the heat, we have it also but for months not days so count your lucky stars. I think its world wide...Loved the photos especially the deer at the end that is a large herd...I saw one itty bitty fawn in my field yesterday but my camera was too many steps away for me to make it in time. Stay cool!!

[Jackie]

Been hot here too in Toronto!

[Stewart M]

The start of our winter was much colder than usual, but now its much warmer! What the heck!

Sorry for the long gap between visits / comments, the last few months have been strange to say the least. Cheers - Stewart M - Melbourne

[ellen b.]

Haha, no winter clothing yet, for sure. We have spent most afternoons indoors this past week. Beautiful photos from your 'third state'. Magical views for sure! Happy to read of your enjoyable family gatherings. Soaking up the moments!

[William Kendall]

Beautiful landscapes.

It's been hot here, but not humid.

[Bob Bushell]

I love the pictures, that are beautiful Sallie.

[Pat]

I heard about the PNW heat wave! So unusual! My daughter is in Montana for a work event today and she told me it is 101 degrees there.

I love the views your son has from his deck! Very Colorado. It has also been hot here this summer but a bit less than less summer. WE drove up Mt Evans where it was 40 degrees last week! Felt so good even though it was raining.

Stay cool!

[Debbie]

we just went through a very intense heat wave, it's funny how you view 80's after a few days in the 100's!! my pool water was 92, not quite refreshing!!

your images are beautiful today, i enjoyed seeing ones from your archive. geoff's picture's too, in the first one, i see a smiley face on the moon. lisa's picture may have been my favorite!! stay cool sally, at this point we are probably all looking forward to fall!!

[DeniseinVA]

A fabulous collection of photos Sallie :) It's been very hot here too, but in the 90s. We haven't had 100 yet. Hope it cools down for you soon.

[Alan]

We had a heat dome for weeks. It was miserable and we finally got a break for a few days but here it comes again. So I feel your pain.

Beautiful photos from the Colorado family and your own from before the heat.

Stay cool!

[Carol]

That Colorado moon is outstanding! Your photos with green grass and blue skies don't reflect the heat wave. Summer here in Florida often doesn't translate the heat and humidity in photos either. Have a great week!

[Eileen]

Hello,
The Colorado photos are beautiful, I love the moon capture, the big white dog and the elk. Pretty views of the river. I hope your weather is cooler this week. Take care, have a great new week!

[Forence]

Oh, that beautiful moon!!
Yes, some days it’s just best to stay inside and hug your air conditioner! I hope you get so,e cooler weather soon so you can get out and about.

[Sharon]

Love seeing all your pictures, especially the Colorado ones!