Home on the Range

 We have some range plots that are located above the Deschutes River

Sagebrush Mariposa Lily

 

The Sagebrush Mariposa Lily (Macrocarpus) is generally described as a perennial forb/herb. This is native to the U.S. (United States) has its most active growth period in the summer.

 The area surrounding our research plots were in full bloom.  I have never seen so many lilies in one place in nature.  I love when my surroundings make me stop and reflect.

Florography

Have you heard of florography?

I must say that I hadn't until the Lady of the House told me about it.
Florography , it seems, is flower symbolism--a message said with flowers instead of words.
Every flower has it's own message.  Almond blossom, for example, says "I'm beginning to enjoy your friendship", rosemary says, "Your memory will never fade".  So a mixed bouquet can speak volumes!
The Lady of the House loves flowers, especially wild ones, and points out that for centuries they have helped us.  "Their perfumes have refreshed our homes, they have cured many an illness and they also send their loving messages, so we really should care for them!"
Like the quiet, unassuming people of this world, flowers pass on their messages of strength and sweetness.  They should never be overlooked, but always cherished. 
~Francis Gay "The Friendship Book 1994"

Bugs on the River

Oregon Strawberries Are Here

Feathers....We need Feathers Over Here

He Loves Me.......

Click Beetle

 Adult Wireworm or Click Beetle:

Their name comes from the clicking sound they make while attempting to right themselves after falling or being placed on their backs.

And Then There Was Five

Peony Pleasure

Clematis, Clematis...you never get old

Rangeland Studies

 Rangelands north of Madras are being taken over by Ventenata and Medusahead.

Nature at Work

 I love that breakfast was being served!

Lazy Tuesday

Ansel Adams Wanna Be

What do you do with 20lbs of Asparagus?

 You make spicy pickled spears!

Gorgeous

 Gorgeous rhododendrons in bloom

In Betweens

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Beer, cider, and something in between.

Bugging Around

 I love the spring, it brings new creatures to the yard.

 Some more welcome than others.

The Hawks Have Hatched