Cloudy with a Chance of Rain

VIDEO #378

If you are a fan of tilting your head up outside on a cloudy day, you might get a kick out of this little video. I love a good cloud, what else can I say?

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The Super Moon

VIDEO #353

Song - "Night Time" and "Stars" by The XX

If you were fortunate enough to see past the clouds tonight, the "Super Moon" (Super because it was the closest to the Earth tonight versus the last 18 years or so, Moon... well, because it's still the moon) lit up the sky......... just a little more than it did the last time I saw a full moon. Still, it was awesome and I am very happy to have seen such a super moon. I wonder who the genius(s) is/are who come(s) up with such a name for such a spectacular event? Maybe super people?

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A Late Winter

VIDEO #332

Song - "Brackett" by Bon Iver

Spring sprung early, snow fell late... only time will tell if the groundhog was right or wrong.... either way, life will go on. Yes, I am deeply looking forward to a summer filled with medium hot temperatures. Not too hot where a pool is mandatory, just hot enough to be a luxury. Oh summer, how I miss thee.

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Snow Day

VIDEO #330

Song - "Frosty the Snowman" A Rondo Brothers Remix

Can you tell we do not get snow out in Portland that often? People get crazy out here when the "Arctic Blast" hits. Granted, we can get pretty nasty ice storms, but the 2 inches we get shuts the city down, people run to the market for canned goods, flashlights, and shovels... it's madness. Nothing like the 2 feet of snow overnight in Minnesota but still, it's snow and we'll take it.

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Mike's Daydream

VIDEO #322

Song - "Welcome Home" by Metallica performed by Rockabye Baby

This morning we had snow followed by sunshine, soon to come was rain and finally hail. A crazy day which made the cats a little confused, especially Mike the Cat. I tried to make this look as if Mike was having a little daydream of a nice summer's day during the rain, so picture that if it doesn't happen for ya. Off the subject, Happy Birthday Tana, let's go bowling!

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Expedition #3: Pacific Ocean

VIDEO #209

Song - "The Way" by Bonnie "Prince" Billy

Yet another expedition, this time the path led to the great Pacific ocean.

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Storm Chasers

VIDEO #208

Charlie Brown Soundtrack and some random heroic theme

We headed out to Long Beach, WA to study the habits of the weather system we've all recently been hit by. After all research was gathered, our conclusion became definite... mother nature blows.

Expedition #1: Waterfall

VIDEO #193

Song - "Woods" by Bon Iver

The Columbia River Gorge is home to many spectacular waterfalls and a rainy day usually means less people heading out to them. Sure, you'll get a bit wet, but that's where the fun happens. Plus.... it's a natural and free way to get a quick shower! No wonder my cell phone doesn't work anymore...

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Rain, Rain Go Away

VIDEO #067

Song - "Something in the Way" by Rockabye Baby! (Nirvana Cover)

The weather has been pretty miserable out here in Portland but it makes for a great time inside, settling down, getting cozy and relaxing. That is until lightning strikes on your street and thunder rattles your house. If you listen carefully you can hear Katana screaming in the background. She's ok.

Spring Hail

VIDEO #013

Song - "No Surprises" by Rockabye Baby!

The other day at the new house, mother nature decided to give us free ice from the heavens. "Jesus Ice". If we could package and market that, I think we've got something! And yes, the backyard needs a lot of love. Progress to follow...

Sunrise Storm

VIDEO #003

Song - "Way Up" by Gustavo Santaolalla

Time lapse series of storm clouds breaking to blue skies. I've become a little obsessed with clouds recently and now in April, it's time to shoot those big guys. Other than Gustavo''s reversed track, all the sound was recorded in my back yard.