Each fall I spend a week in McCall, Idaho, a small mountain town north of Boise. It is a peaceful time, the lull between tourist seasons.
I spend the time reading, writing, visiting with friends, and driving or hiking around central Idaho with my camera. I love having the camera with me. It compels me to really see the world around me. The vistas are stunning. The vast open spaces lure me to explore. I feel like there is some magnetic force pulling me deeper into the landscape.
Iconic view of Payette Lake
Payette Lake at sunset
Smoke filled air over the Salmon River
Sand and granite debris along the banks of the Salmon River
Rock walls along the Salmon River
Smokey haze in the Salmon River canyon
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Simply put, “wow” – and thank you!
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Thank you, Ray! I’m glad you enjoyed. Stay tuned, I’ll be talking about this area in several more posts to follow.
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Wow! Amazing!
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Thanks, Kathy. It means a lot to know that you find the time to visit my blog.
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Linda, your photos are stunning and your annual pilgrimage sounds awesome. I’ve always wanted to go away by myself, even for a long weekend, but it never happens. Would love to spend time in a beautiful place reading, writing and exploring. Good for the soul!
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Thanks, Geralyn. You are always so kind. You know, I’ve been up here with and without friends and, like this time, with friends for part of the week and solo for the rest of the week. Honestly, I enjoy my solo time every bit as much as shared time. (Maybe more,though I hate to imply that my companions aren’t top notch…)
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Beautiful pictures of beautiful country. You definitely have an eye.
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Thank you, maam. You sure make my heart sing.
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It’s so beautiful there and so lovely views and photos! I like!
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Vielen Dank! 🙂
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Linda, you have such a keen eye. All are good, but there are several that just jump off the page they are so stunning. Great work. Keith
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Thanks Keith. I’m glad you enjoyed them.
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Wonderful collection! The 2nd image with the dramatic sky and low horizon is my favorite.
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Thank you, Denise. I buzzed over to your site and was astounded by the quality of your fall color images, so your praise really touches the mark for me. I kind of like that dramatic sky shot, too. 😉
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Just beautiful! I remember the time we went up there with your mom. Your pics truly reflect the beauty of the area!!
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Thanks, Glenda. I remember that too. Somewhere I have some photos we took that time. I need to go dig them out.
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Idaho is amazing all year! I drove to Boise last year and the drive along the river was crazy!
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Ah, thanks, Lynz! Next time you’re on the way through, give me a head’s up. We can meet for coffee or whatever! It’s pretty as long as you don’t get here during a winter inversion or a summer fire season when the smoke gets trapped in the valley. That makes us all pretty crazy.
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Amazing photos forgot to tell you that!
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I like the Salmon river shot the best.
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Thanks! I like knowing which pictures speak most to people.
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What stunning images! A gorgeous get-away and it all sounds wonderful!
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Thanks a million, Susan. I really do appreciate that you took the time to visit, read, AND comment! Means a lot.
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