My ride

By now me and old TREK here are good buddies. We have covered lots of miles and he has never let me down.
By now me and old TREK here are good buddies. We have covered lots of miles and he has never let me down.

That’s where we parked!

Last summer our family was part of a team that traveled to a camp in Montana that reunites siblings that have been separated in the foster care system. It was such a joy to serve and see the delight in the faces of kids who rarely have delightful moments. This was taken in the Beartooth Mountains of Montana.
Last summer our family was part of a team that traveled to a camp in Montana that reunites siblings that have been separated in the foster care system. It was such a joy to serve and see the delight in the faces of kids who rarely have delightful moments. This was taken in the Beartooth Mountains of Montana.

From the Ancient City of Dan

This was taken from the Ancient City of Dan in northern Israel.
This was taken from the Ancient City of Dan in northern Israel.

sky art

It has taken some some time for me to come to appreciate living in the plains of the Illinois. I prefer the shore, and miss the wooded beauty of western Michigan. On the other hand, the beautiful unobstructed view of the heavens are sure beautiful here.
It has taken some time for me to come to appreciate living on the plains of Illinois. I prefer the shore, and miss the wooded beauty of western Michigan. On the other hand, the unobstructed view of the heavens is its own beauty here. Taken just behind where we live.

Sea of Galilee 2

This was going to be the last in a short series from Israel, but I have one more. This is a favorite.
This was going to be the last in a short series from Israel, but I have one more. This one is a favorite.

Sea of Galilee 1

Sea of Galilee 1

This is the second of three images from a trip to the Holy Land in early 2012.

Illinois River Bridge

Illinois River Bridge

This bridge spans the Illinois River in Morris, IL, just south of the I&M Canal. I love running and bicycle rides along the canal towpath, and this bridge has become a favorite place to explore.

River and Sky

River and Sky

I have been a runner for many years and, while I do still run, I am bicycling a lot more. This is one of my favorite destinations. It is a park along the banks of the Illinois River in Morris, IL. I have taken lots of shots here and I am always fascinated at how much a single location can change it’s character due to the weather and the change of season. This was a particularly beautiful day.

The Illinois River at Starved Rock State Park

Illinois River at Starved RockConsidering how flat the terrain is in this part of the country, Starved Rock State Park provides great hiking, camping and – believe it or not – views!

Flag Quartet

Flag Quartet