"Sit by a river. Find peace and meaning in the rhythm of the lifeblood of the Earth." ~Author Unknown This bench certainly offers an invitation to hikers and walkers to take a break and enjoy the Deschutes River as it flows through Sawyer Park in downtown Bend, OR.
Late afternoon sun warmed the buildings in Bend's Old Mill District, and created nice reflections in the calm water of the Deschutes River.
"Every sunrise is an invitation for us to arise and brighten someone's day." ~Richelle Goodrich This sunrise image at the Old Mill District in bend is from a pleasant early morning in May.