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I fucking hate those guys. Haven’t seen a definitive thread on r/Peloton.</p>\n<p>Is there a favorite english language go-to outside the US?</p>\n","url":"https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cm2wi3cj3znq4pfuslr7lwyw/post/3mp4zhiov6c2e","date_published":"2026-06-25T18:06:45+00:00","author":{"name":"danstark","url":"http://www.danstark.com","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F49%2F1684420.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"danstark"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-06-25 18:06","date_timestamp":1782410805,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"93159606","content_html":"<p><a href=\"http://shipwreck75.bsky.social\">@shipwreck75.bsky.social</a> You’re stating this as if it’s a commonly agreed upon fact. You know more than I do but I was under the understanding that  the JCPOA was in place and enforced by inspections until it was cancelled. Is it common knowledge that unpermitted nuclear activity was taking place during the JCPOA?</p>\n","url":"https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cm2wi3cj3znq4pfuslr7lwyw/post/3movoyrwih22p","date_published":"2026-06-22T20:10:56+00:00","author":{"name":"danstark","url":"http://www.danstark.com","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F49%2F1684420.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"danstark"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-06-22 20:10","date_timestamp":1782159056,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"93159607","content_html":"<p><a href=\"http://aussiastronomer.bsky.social\">@aussiastronomer.bsky.social</a> We are usually well prepared but if we find ourselves without sedatives for Lulu prior to a fireworks event, it is indeed an emergency for us and Lulu the dog.</p>\n","url":"https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cm2wi3cj3znq4pfuslr7lwyw/post/3movnp6oxus2p","date_published":"2026-06-22T19:47:40+00:00","author":{"name":"danstark","url":"http://www.danstark.com","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F49%2F1684420.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"danstark"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-06-22 19:47","date_timestamp":1782157660,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"93159608","content_html":"<p><a href=\"http://comraderobot.bsky.social\">@comraderobot.bsky.social</a> Dig straight into “maximum pleasure guaranteed” when complete. Do not pass, go.</p>\n","url":"https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cm2wi3cj3znq4pfuslr7lwyw/post/3mou6zgy3oc22","date_published":"2026-06-22T05:52:18+00:00","author":{"name":"danstark","url":"http://www.danstark.com","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F49%2F1684420.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"danstark"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-06-22 05:52","date_timestamp":1782107538,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"93159609","content_html":"<p><a href=\"http://cliff538.bsky.social\">@cliff538.bsky.social</a> Bravo! 👏</p>\n","url":"https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cm2wi3cj3znq4pfuslr7lwyw/post/3moog2wix3s2y","date_published":"2026-06-19T22:42:26+00:00","author":{"name":"danstark","url":"http://www.danstark.com","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F49%2F1684420.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"danstark"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-06-19 22:42","date_timestamp":1781908946,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"93159610","content_html":"<p><a href=\"http://penmanhats.bsky.social\">@penmanhats.bsky.social</a> Want! Can I visit the hat in Hillsboro ?</p>\n","url":"https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cm2wi3cj3znq4pfuslr7lwyw/post/3mommpaa4bk25","date_published":"2026-06-19T05:35:50+00:00","author":{"name":"danstark","url":"http://www.danstark.com","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F49%2F1684420.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"danstark"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-06-19 05:35","date_timestamp":1781847350,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"93159611","content_html":"<p><a href=\"http://npr.org\">@npr.org</a> Your reporting is so biased toward the oligarchy lately that I don’t now if you’ve read the news that Russian anti-air missiles did more damage than the drones, factored that in, ignored it, or are actively shaping another narrative.</p>\n<p>You’ve lost trust <a 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surrender</p>\n","url":"https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cm2wi3cj3znq4pfuslr7lwyw/post/3molnzyzgac25","date_published":"2026-06-18T20:27:06+00:00","author":{"name":"danstark","url":"http://www.danstark.com","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F49%2F1684420.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"danstark"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-06-18 20:27","date_timestamp":1781814426,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"93159613","content_html":"<p><a href=\"http://comraderobot.bsky.social\">@comraderobot.bsky.social</a> I thought Young Life bought the compound and surrounding ranch and turned it into a christian youth version of the 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Gorgeous!</p>\n","url":"https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cm2wi3cj3znq4pfuslr7lwyw/post/3mojq7tpn4s2z","date_published":"2026-06-18T02:00:50+00:00","author":{"name":"danstark","url":"http://www.danstark.com","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F49%2F1684420.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"danstark"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-06-18 02:00","date_timestamp":1781748050,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"93159615","content_html":"<p><a href=\"http://padresj.bsky.social\">@padresj.bsky.social</a> Not 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~2000</li>\n</ul>\n","url":"https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cm2wi3cj3znq4pfuslr7lwyw/post/3moeajzibzc2h","date_published":"2026-06-15T21:36:53+00:00","author":{"name":"danstark","url":"http://www.danstark.com","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F49%2F1684420.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"danstark"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-06-15 21:36","date_timestamp":1781559413,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"93159618","content_html":"<p><a href=\"http://npr.org\">@npr.org</a> <a href=\"http://npr.org\">@npr.org</a> again failing to live up to their obligations to their members in service to the oligarchy.</p>\n<p>If I could take my 30 years of membership donations back I’d give them to journalists that refuse to be stenographers for the 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Worth it.</p>\n","url":"https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cm2wi3cj3znq4pfuslr7lwyw/post/3modt66yljc2w","date_published":"2026-06-15T17:37:37+00:00","author":{"name":"danstark","url":"http://www.danstark.com","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F49%2F1684420.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"danstark"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-06-15 17:37","date_timestamp":1781545057,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"93159620","content_html":"<p><a href=\"http://oregonian.com\">@oregonian.com</a> And <a href=\"http://oregonian.com\">@oregonian.com</a></p>\n","url":"https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cm2wi3cj3znq4pfuslr7lwyw/post/3mocixh6mvk2e","date_published":"2026-06-15T05:02:14+00:00","author":{"name":"danstark","url":"http://www.danstark.com","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F49%2F1684420.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"danstark"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-06-15 05:02","date_timestamp":1781499734,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"92116413","content_html":"<p>The ghost plant pop up <br>\nFrom the drying forest duff  <br>\nSignaling summer<br></p>\n<p>#Photography #Haiku\n#MonochromeAndColor\n#Oregon #\n#TryonCreek\n#WildflowerPhotography\n#SpringPhotography\n#LandscapePhotography\n#MakeArtEveryDay #MakeToEscape</p>\n<div class=\"microblog_collection\">\n<img src=\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.danstark.com%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F99820571f9.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"Monotropa uniflora, commonly known as ghost pipe or Indian pipe, is a unique, parasitic plant that lacks chlorophyll and appears white or pale pink, resembling a pipe or ghost. It gets nutrients indirectly from trees by tapping into the mycorrhizal fungi network, growing in shady forest understories. The plant has a single, bell-shaped flower and is known for its delicate nature, bruising easily to black, and has traditional medicinal uses for pain and anxiety, though it can be poisonous in large quantities. \" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.danstark.com%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F2fb9edf1f9.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"Monotropa uniflora, commonly known as ghost pipe or Indian pipe, is a unique, parasitic plant that lacks chlorophyll and appears white or pale pink, resembling a pipe or ghost. It gets nutrients indirectly from trees by tapping into the mycorrhizal fungi network, growing in shady forest understories. The plant has a single, bell-shaped flower and is known for its delicate nature, bruising easily to black, and has traditional medicinal uses for pain and anxiety, though it can be poisonous in large quantities. \" loading=\"lazy\">\n</div>\n","summary":"","url":"https://www.danstark.com/2026/06/13/the-ghost-plant-pop-up.html","date_published":"2026-06-13T17:09:11+00:00","author":{"name":"danstark","url":"http://www.danstark.com","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F49%2F1684420.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"danstark"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-06-13 17:09","date_timestamp":1781370551,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://mastodon.social/@danstark/116743901365728741","https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cm2wi3cj3znq4pfuslr7lwyw/post/3mo6qo5ceks2e"]}},{"id":"91682086","content_html":"<p>Seasons bring turmoil- <br>\nRain showers then bright sunshine,<br>\nFilled with wildflowers <br></p>\n<p>#Photography #Haiku\n#MonochromeAndColor\n#Oregon #Wilsonville\n#GrahamOaks\n#WildflowerPhotography\n#SpringPhotography\n#LandscapePhotography\n#MakeArtEveryDay #MakeToEscape</p>\n<div class=\"microblog_collection\">\n<img src=\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.danstark.com%2Fuploads%2F2026%2Fd00131a108.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A vibrant meadow filled with a variety of wildflowers stretches under a clear blue sky with scattered clouds and a backdrop of lush trees.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.danstark.com%2Fuploads%2F2026%2Fec01cfe5c4.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A serene black and white landscape showcases a meadow with tall grass and wildflowers under a dramatic cloudy sky.\" loading=\"lazy\">\n</div>\n","summary":"","url":"https://www.danstark.com/2026/06/06/seasons-bring-turmoil-rain-showers.html","date_published":"2026-06-07T04:53:29+00:00","author":{"name":"danstark","url":"http://www.danstark.com","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F49%2F1684420.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"danstark"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-06-07 04:53","date_timestamp":1780808009,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://mastodon.social/@danstark/116707037949211011","https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cm2wi3cj3znq4pfuslr7lwyw/post/3mnoeso5rho2d"]}},{"id":"90974859","content_html":"<p>The Elden Mountain <br>\nbackdrop, in the morning sun,<br>\nfrom Buffalo Park.<br></p>\n<p>#Photography #Haiku\n#MonochromeAndColor\n#Flagstaff #Arizona\n#BuffaloPark\n#SpringPhotography\n#LandscapePhotography\n#MakeArtEveryDay #MakeToEscape</p>\n<div class=\"microblog_collection\">\n<img src=\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.danstark.com%2Fuploads%2F2026%2Fd1f9cee8e7.jpg\" width=\"600\" height=\"359\" alt=\"A winding dirt path leads through a grassy field toward distant mountains under a bright blue sky with scattered clouds.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.danstark.com%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F326bc4b217.jpg\" width=\"600\" height=\"359\" alt=\"A winding path leads through an open field towards distant hills with a bright sun and scattered clouds overhead in a black-and-white landscape.\" loading=\"lazy\">\n</div>\n","summary":"","url":"https://www.danstark.com/2026/05/26/the-elden-mountain-backdrop-in.html","date_published":"2026-05-26T23:03:39+00:00","author":{"name":"danstark","url":"http://www.danstark.com","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F49%2F1684420.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"danstark"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-05-26 23:03","date_timestamp":1779836619,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://mastodon.social/@danstark/116643373715535989","https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cm2wi3cj3znq4pfuslr7lwyw/post/3mms43ghm4y2c"]}},{"id":"90912172","content_html":"<p>The sun in the park <br>\nfound it’s way through the long awns <br>\nof the wild foxtail <br></p>\n<p>#Photography #Haiku\n#MonochromeAndColor\n#Flagstaff #Arizona\n#BuffaloPark\n#SpringPhotography\n#LandscapePhotography\n#MakeArtEveryDay #MakeToEscape</p>\n<div class=\"microblog_collection\">\n<img src=\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.danstark.com%2Fuploads%2F2026%2Fbe51606ab2.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"Bright sunlight illuminates a grassy field with tall foxtail plants and a backdrop of distant trees and mountains under a partly cloudy sky.&amp;10;&amp;10;In botany, an awn is a hair- or bristle-like appendage that extends from the glume or lemma (the protective husks enclosing each individual grain) of many grasses, like barley, rye, and wild oats.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.danstark.com%2Fuploads%2F2026%2Fb1e12cdc85.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A sunlit field of foxtail awns stretches under a dramatic sky with scattered clouds and a distant treeline.&amp;10;&amp;10;In botany, an awn is a hair- or bristle-like appendage that extends from the glume or lemma (the protective husks enclosing each individual grain) of many grasses, like barley, rye, and wild oats.\" 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#Haiku\n#MonochromeAndColor\n#WillametteRiver\n#RiverPhotography\n#SpringPhotography\n#LandscapePhotography\n#OregonPhotography #Oregon #PNW\n#MakeArtEveryDay #MakeToEscape</p>\n<div class=\"microblog_collection\">\n<img src=\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.danstark.com%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F27e0249af3.jpg\" width=\"600\" height=\"442\" alt=\"A serene river scene features calm reflective waters, lush green trees, and a partly cloudy sky with sunlight.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.danstark.com%2Fuploads%2F2026%2Fcb4afca72c.jpg\" width=\"600\" height=\"442\" alt=\"A tranquil river landscape is captured in black and white, featuring reflective water, lush trees, and a sky filled with clouds.\" loading=\"lazy\">\n</div>\n","summary":"","url":"https://www.danstark.com/2026/05/19/seasons-are-turning-on-the.html","date_published":"2026-05-19T20:20:10+00:00","author":{"name":"danstark","url":"http://www.danstark.com","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F49%2F1684420.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"danstark"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-05-19 20:20","date_timestamp":1779222010,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://mastodon.social/@danstark/116603101204012067","https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cm2wi3cj3znq4pfuslr7lwyw/post/3mma7rjvuco26"]}},{"id":"90033765","content_html":"<p>Summer just shows up <br>\nOn the Willamette River. <br>\nSometimes halos too<br>\n<br></p>\n<p>#Photography #Haiku\n#MonochromeAndColor\n#SunHalo\n#RiverPhotography\n#SpringPhotography\n#LandscapePhotography\n#OregonPhotography #Oregon #PNW\n#MakeArtEveryDay #MakeToEscape</p>\n<div class=\"microblog_collection\">\n<img src=\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.danstark.com%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F2de6180c5d.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A sun halo (or 22° halo) is a bright, white, or occasionally colored ring appearing around the Sun, caused by sunlight refracting through, or reflecting off, millions of tiny hexagonal ice crystals suspended in high-altitude cirrus or cirrostratus clouds. They often indicate incoming moisture and weather changes.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.danstark.com%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F295db41b7c.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A sun halo (or 22° halo) is a bright, white, or occasionally colored ring appearing around the Sun, caused by sunlight refracting through, or reflecting off, millions of tiny hexagonal ice crystals suspended in high-altitude cirrus or cirrostratus clouds. They often indicate incoming moisture and weather changes.\" loading=\"lazy\">\n</div>\n","summary":"","url":"https://www.danstark.com/2026/05/12/summer-just-shows-up-on.html","date_published":"2026-05-12T19:44:50+00:00","author":{"name":"danstark","url":"http://www.danstark.com","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F49%2F1684420.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"danstark"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-05-12 19:44","date_timestamp":1778615090,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://mastodon.social/@danstark/116563325703307806","https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cm2wi3cj3znq4pfuslr7lwyw/post/3mlokjvp74o26"]}},{"id":"89262322","content_html":"<p>In the dark winter, <br>\nThe sunshine sometimes shines through <br>\nLighting the forest<br>\n<br></p>\n<p>#Photography #Haiku\n#MonochromeAndColor\n#RiverPhotography\n#WinterPhotography\n#LandscapePhotography\n#OregonPhotography #Oregon #PNW\n#MakeArtEveryDay #MakeToEscape</p>\n<div class=\"microblog_collection\">\n<img src=\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.danstark.com%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F8f3a9f3ae7.jpg\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" alt=\"Delicate white berries hang on thin, leafless branches against a dark, out-of-focus background.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.danstark.com%2Fuploads%2F2026%2Fc5a556a2ae.jpg\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" alt=\"Delicate clusters of white berries are scattered across thin, arching branches set against a dark, natural background.\" loading=\"lazy\">\n</div>\n","summary":"","url":"https://www.danstark.com/2026/04/29/in-the-dark-winter-the.html","date_published":"2026-04-29T18:38:54+00:00","author":{"name":"danstark","url":"http://www.danstark.com","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F49%2F1684420.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"danstark"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-04-29 18:38","date_timestamp":1777487934,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://mastodon.social/@danstark/116489456317869909","https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cm2wi3cj3znq4pfuslr7lwyw/post/3mknqrsvvzl23"]}},{"id":"89190662","content_html":"<p>Each day the river, <br>\nand my mood by the water,<br>\nCurrents waves and tides <br>\n<br></p>\n<p>#Photography #Haiku\n#MonochromeAndColor\n#RiverPhotography\n#SpringPhotography\n#LandscapePhotography\n#OregonPhotography #Oregon #PNW\n#MakeArtEveryDay #MakeToEscape</p>\n<div class=\"microblog_collection\">\n<img src=\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.danstark.com%2Fuploads%2F2026%2Fa371447060.jpg\" width=\"600\" height=\"404\" alt=\"A calm Willamette River is surrounded by lush green trees under a cloudy sky with the sun peeking through.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.danstark.com%2Fuploads%2F2026%2Fd405ecc0bf.jpg\" width=\"600\" height=\"404\" alt=\"A tranquil Willamette River is bordered by trees under a dramatic, cloudy sky, all captured in black and white.\" loading=\"lazy\">\n</div>\n","summary":"","url":"https://www.danstark.com/2026/04/28/each-day-the-river-and.html","date_published":"2026-04-28T18:57:31+00:00","author":{"name":"danstark","url":"http://www.danstark.com","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F49%2F1684420.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"danstark"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-04-28 18:57","date_timestamp":1777402651,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://mastodon.social/@danstark/116483863609119459","https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cm2wi3cj3znq4pfuslr7lwyw/post/3mklbcv2x2524"]}},{"id":"86626088","content_html":"<p>Time for Trillium, <br>\nThe equinox and spring’s start<br>\nEyes on the solstice <br>\n<br></p>\n<p>#Photography #Haiku\n#MonochromeAndColor\n#FlowerPhotography\n#Equinox\n#SpringPhotography\n#LandscapePhotography\n#OregonPhotography #Oregon #PNW\n#MakeArtEveryDay #MakeToEscape</p>\n<div class=\"microblog_collection\">\n<img src=\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.danstark.com%2Fuploads%2F2026%2Fb23de0806e.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A cluster of white trillium flowers with large leaves grows in a forest setting surrounded by tall trees.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.danstark.com%2Fuploads%2F2026%2Fb9504a857e.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A cluster of blooming trillium flowers grows on the forest floor, surrounded by tall trees in a black and white setting.\" loading=\"lazy\">\n</div>\n","summary":"","url":"https://www.danstark.com/2026/03/20/time-for-trillium-the-equinox.html","date_published":"2026-03-20T19:29:42+00:00","author":{"name":"danstark","url":"http://www.danstark.com","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F49%2F1684420.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"danstark"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-03-20 19:29","date_timestamp":1774034982,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://mastodon.social/@danstark/116263158445921878","https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cm2wi3cj3znq4pfuslr7lwyw/post/3mhjavlfjyt2b"]}},{"id":"86407811","content_html":"<p>Contemplation is <br>\nPatience for still water and <br>\nMindful reflection<br>\n<br></p>\n<p>#Photography #Haiku\n#MonochromeAndColor\n#RiverPhotography\n#WillametteRiver\n#WinterPhotography\n#LandscapePhotography\n#OregonPhotography #Oregon #PNW\n#MakeArtEveryDay #MakeToEscape</p>\n<div class=\"microblog_collection\">\n<img src=\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.danstark.com%2Fuploads%2F2026%2Ff27cff112d.jpg\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" alt=\"A series of docks and red pilings are reflected in the calm water with a tree-lined shore and a bridge in the background.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.danstark.com%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F3b4aa55d31.jpg\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" alt=\"A calm river scene with docks, tall posts, and a metal walkway, surrounded by trees with a bridge in the background.\" loading=\"lazy\">\n</div>\n","summary":"","url":"https://www.danstark.com/2026/03/17/contemplation-is-patience-for-still.html","date_published":"2026-03-17T19:43:05+00:00","author":{"name":"danstark","url":"http://www.danstark.com","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F49%2F1684420.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"danstark"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-03-17 19:43","date_timestamp":1773776585,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://mastodon.social/@danstark/116246236704851640","https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cm2wi3cj3znq4pfuslr7lwyw/post/3mhbqgpspe52j"]}},{"id":"86333260","content_html":"<p>Sundog signs of Spring,<br>\nAtmospheric River done,<br>\nFlat River, blue sky. <br></p>\n<br>\n<p>#Photography #Haiku\n#MonochromeAndColor\n#RiverPhotography\n#WillametteRiver\n#WinterPhotography\n#LandscapePhotography\n#OregonPhotography #Oregon #PNW\n#MakeArtEveryDay #MakeToEscape</p>\n<div class=\"microblog_collection\">\n<img src=\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.danstark.com%2Fuploads%2F2026%2Fc0fd7cab44.jpg\" width=\"600\" height=\"384\" alt=\"A scenic river reflects a forested shoreline and a cloudy sky with a faint sun halo.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.danstark.com%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F7185c368df.jpg\" width=\"600\" height=\"384\" alt=\"A serene river is lined with tall trees and reflects the cloudy sky and bright sun in a black and white landscape.\" loading=\"lazy\">\n</div>\n","summary":"","url":"https://www.danstark.com/2026/03/16/sundog-signs-of-spring-atmospheric.html","date_published":"2026-03-16T19:31:16+00:00","author":{"name":"danstark","url":"http://www.danstark.com","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F49%2F1684420.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"danstark"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-03-16 19:31","date_timestamp":1773689476,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://mastodon.social/@danstark/116240524863672198","https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cm2wi3cj3znq4pfuslr7lwyw/post/3mh77avjnyl27"]}},{"id":"84687253","content_html":"<p>This is not the world <br>\nWe were taught to build and grow<br>\nYet the river flows <br></p>\n<br>\n<p>#Photography #Haiku\n#MonochromeAndColor\n#RiverPhotography\n#WillametteRiver\n#WinterPhotography\n#LandscapePhotography\n#OregonPhotography #Oregon #PNW\n#MakeArtEveryDay #MakeToEscape</p>\n<div class=\"microblog_collection\">\n<img src=\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.danstark.com%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F702e1d74f5.jpg\" width=\"600\" height=\"480\" alt=\"A serene river flows under a cloudy sky, bordered by trees on both banks.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.danstark.com%2Fuploads%2F2026%2Fc8aad2fb47.jpg\" width=\"600\" height=\"480\" alt=\"A serene black and white landscape showcases a tranquil river surrounded by trees under a dramatic, cloudy sky.\" loading=\"lazy\">\n</div>\n","summary":"","url":"https://www.danstark.com/2026/02/20/this-is-not-the-world.html","date_published":"2026-02-20T20:31:27+00:00","author":{"name":"danstark","url":"http://www.danstark.com","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F49%2F1684420.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"danstark"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-02-20 20:31","date_timestamp":1771619487,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://mastodon.social/@danstark/116104862846412654","https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cm2wi3cj3znq4pfuslr7lwyw/post/3mfcxeysenn2i"]}},{"id":"84148251","content_html":"<p>There are a few spots, <br>\nDaily on my lunch walk trail, <br>\nI can’t help but stop.<br>\n<br></p>\n<p>#Photography #Haiku\n#MonochromeAndColor #WinterPhotography\n#LandscapePhotography\n#OregonPhotography #Oregon #PNW\n#MakeArtEveryDay #MakeToEscape</p>\n<div class=\"microblog_collection\">\n<img src=\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.danstark.com%2Fuploads%2F2026%2Fa485c4892b.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A sunlit path winds through a forest with tall trees and clear blue sky above.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.danstark.com%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F948af7c483.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A tranquil forest path is illuminated by the sunlight filtering through tall trees, casting long shadows on the ground.\" loading=\"lazy\">\n</div>\n","summary":"","url":"https://www.danstark.com/2026/02/12/there-are-a-few-spots.html","date_published":"2026-02-12T20:51:01+00:00","author":{"name":"danstark","url":"http://www.danstark.com","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F49%2F1684420.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"danstark"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-02-12 20:51","date_timestamp":1770929461,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://mastodon.social/@danstark/116059640476905909","https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cm2wi3cj3znq4pfuslr7lwyw/post/3meouqkqeo324"]}},{"id":"83448549","content_html":"<p>There’s not a bad time, <br>\nTo look up to the clear sky, <br>\nAnd take in the moon.<br>\n<br>\n#MoonPhotography\n#Photography #Haiku\n#LandscapePhotography\n#OregonPhotography #Oregon #PNW\n#MakeArtEveryDay #MakeToEscape</p>\n<img src=\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.danstark.com%2Fuploads%2F2026%2Fd4bec8d7ec.jpg\" width=\"600\" height=\"399\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\">\n","summary":"","url":"https://www.danstark.com/2026/02/02/theres-not-a-bad-time.html","date_published":"2026-02-02T22:51:18+00:00","author":{"name":"danstark","url":"http://www.danstark.com","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F49%2F1684420.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"danstark"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-02-02 22:51","date_timestamp":1770072678,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://mastodon.social/@danstark/116003484237321353","https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cm2wi3cj3znq4pfuslr7lwyw/post/3mdvwpbwrqc2y"]}},{"id":"83441636","content_html":"<p>I take a lunch walk, <br>\nTo the Willamette River, <br>\nSunshine, rain or snow.<br>\n<br>\n#WillametteRiver\n#Photography #Haiku\n#MonochromeAndColor #WinterPhotography\n#RiverPhotography\n#LandscapePhotography\n#OregonPhotography #Oregon #PNW\n#MakeArtEveryDay #MakeToEscape</p>\n<div class=\"microblog_collection\">\n<img src=\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.danstark.com%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F36c67bd670.jpg\" width=\"600\" height=\"412\" alt=\"A serene river flows between two banks lined with tall trees, under a partly cloudy blue sky.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.danstark.com%2Fuploads%2F2026%2Ff8a0165b15.jpg\" width=\"600\" height=\"412\" alt=\"A serene black-and-white landscape features a calm river flanked by trees, reflecting the dramatic, cloudy sky above.\" loading=\"lazy\">\n</div>\n","summary":"","url":"https://www.danstark.com/2026/02/02/i-take-a-lunch-walk.html","date_published":"2026-02-02T21:06:54+00:00","author":{"name":"danstark","url":"http://www.danstark.com","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F49%2F1684420.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"danstark"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-02-02 21:06","date_timestamp":1770066414,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://mastodon.social/@danstark/116003074868959746","https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cm2wi3cj3znq4pfuslr7lwyw/post/3mdvqv6u7oh23"]}},{"id":"83391924","content_html":"<p>Took a walk today, <br>\nUnder this cloud filled blue sky, <br>\nNear the end, it rained <br>\n<br></p>\n<p>#Photography #Haiku\n#MonochromeAndColor #WinterPhotography\n#LandscapePhotography\n#OregonPhotography #Oregon #PNW\n#MakeArtEveryDay #MakeToEscape</p>\n<div class=\"microblog_collection\">\n<img src=\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.danstark.com%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F110695d6da.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A narrow path stretches through a dry, leafless forest under a dramatic sky filled with clouds.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.danstark.com%2Fuploads%2F2026%2Fec3bd6647a.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A winding path leads through a barren, tree-lined landscape beneath a dramatic, cloud-filled sky in black and white.\" loading=\"lazy\">\n</div>\n","summary":"","url":"https://www.danstark.com/2026/02/01/took-a-walk-today-under.html","date_published":"2026-02-02T06:13:16+00:00","author":{"name":"danstark","url":"http://www.danstark.com","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F49%2F1684420.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"danstark"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-02-02 06:13","date_timestamp":1770012796,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://mastodon.social/@danstark/115999560820080029","https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cm2wi3cj3znq4pfuslr7lwyw/post/3mdu6xayahn2m"]}},{"id":"83329350","content_html":"<p>the mountain was out, <br>\neven though it’s always there, <br>\nit’s a treat to see <br>\n<br>\n#WyEast #MtHood\n#ColumbiaRiver\n#Photography #Haiku\n#MonochromeAndColor #WinterPhotography\n#LandscapePhotography\n#OregonPhotography #Oregon #PNW\n#MakeArtEveryDay #MakeToEscape</p>\n<div class=\"microblog_collection\">\n<img src=\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.danstark.com%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F84f3e65f9c.jpg\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" alt=\"A snow-capped mountain is visible in the distance, framed by a river, trees, and a log-strewn shoreline in the foreground.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.danstark.com%2Fuploads%2F2026%2Fb81ae53db5.jpg\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" alt=\"A serene landscape features a snow-capped mountain in the background with a bridge spanning across a body of water, framed by trees and logs in the foreground.\" loading=\"lazy\">\n</div>\n","summary":"","url":"https://www.danstark.com/2026/01/31/the-mountain-was-out-even.html","date_published":"2026-02-01T06:29:29+00:00","author":{"name":"danstark","url":"http://www.danstark.com","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F49%2F1684420.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"danstark"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-02-01 06:29","date_timestamp":1769927369,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://mastodon.social/@danstark/115993960766652486","https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cm2wi3cj3znq4pfuslr7lwyw/post/3mdrpejthae23"]}},{"id":"83162587","content_html":"<p>It’s grey at the park, <br>\nPlenty of benches and chairs, <br>\nNobody sitting . <br>\n<br>\n#Photography #Haiku\n#MonochromeAndColor #WinterPhotography\n#LandscapePhotography\n#OregonPhotography #Oregon #PNW\n#MakeArtEveryDay #MakeToEscape</p>\n<div class=\"microblog_collection\">\n<img src=\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.danstark.com%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F73d8c66c77.jpg\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" alt=\"A leafless tree stands prominently in the center of a park surrounded by evergreens under a cloudy sky.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.danstark.com%2Fuploads%2F2026%2Fff3f337f4f.jpg\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" alt=\"A leafless tree stands centrally in a serene park setting, surrounded by paths, evergreen trees, and distant benches under a cloudy sky.\" loading=\"lazy\">\n</div>\n","summary":"","url":"https://www.danstark.com/2026/01/29/its-grey-at-the-park.html","date_published":"2026-01-29T20:17:51+00:00","author":{"name":"danstark","url":"http://www.danstark.com","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F49%2F1684420.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"danstark"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-01-29 20:17","date_timestamp":1769717871,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://mastodon.social/@danstark/115980231621808073","https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cm2wi3cj3znq4pfuslr7lwyw/post/3mdlmbergwq2k"]}},{"id":"83036964","content_html":"<p>Found a beaver’s dam, <br>\nHere in the Toquin Scablands, <br>\nFilling the kolk ponds . <br>\n<br>\nOn the #IceAgeTrail\n<br>\n#Photography #Haiku\n#NaturalHistory #Haiku\n#MonochromeAndColor #WinterPhotography\n#LandscapePhotography\n#OregonPhotography #Oregon #PNW\n#MakeArtEveryDay #MakeToEscape</p>\n<div class=\"microblog_collection\">\n<img src=\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.danstark.com%2Fuploads%2F2026%2Fc9c391cff2.jpg\" width=\"600\" height=\"402\" alt=\"A wetland landscape features a beaver dam and a pond surrounded by trees and grassy vegetation under a partly cloudy sky.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.danstark.com%2Fuploads%2F2026%2Fa034348da5.jpg\" width=\"600\" height=\"402\" alt=\"A wetland landscape features a beaver dam and a pond surrounded by trees and grassy vegetation under a partly cloudy sky. (Monochrome)\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.danstark.com%2Fuploads%2F2026%2Fe79188f743.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A dense carpet of small, colorful floating plant life in shades of pink, yellow, and green covers the ground.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.danstark.com%2Fuploads%2F2026%2Faef8ef2949.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A dense carpet of closely clustered plant life covers the water surface, creating a textured pattern.\" loading=\"lazy\">\n</div>\n","summary":"","url":"https://www.danstark.com/2026/01/27/found-a-beavers-dam-here.html","date_published":"2026-01-28T06:18:19+00:00","author":{"name":"danstark","url":"http://www.danstark.com","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F49%2F1684420.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"danstark"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-01-28 06:18","date_timestamp":1769581099,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://mastodon.social/@danstark/115971276581700531","https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cm2wi3cj3znq4pfuslr7lwyw/post/3mdhmznadby2q"]}},{"id":"83003914","content_html":"<p>When the storms approach, <br>\nWe brace for the roaring wind, <br>\nSometimes it’s whispers . <br>\n<br>\n#Photography #Haiku\n#MonochromeAndColor #WinterPhotography\n#LandscapePhotography\n#RiverPhotography\n#WillametteRiver\n#OregonPhotography #Oregon #PNW\n#MakeArtEveryDay #MakeToEscape</p>\n<div class=\"microblog_collection\">\n<img src=\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.danstark.com%2Fuploads%2F2026%2Faf6c8f49c2.jpg\" width=\"600\" height=\"438\" alt=\"A tranquil river reflects a dense line of evergreen trees under a cloudy sky with a faint sun.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.danstark.com%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F545ee108e5.jpg\" width=\"600\" height=\"438\" alt=\"A serene, black and white landscape features trees reflecting perfectly on the still surface of a river under a cloudy sky.\" loading=\"lazy\">\n</div>\n","summary":"","url":"https://www.danstark.com/2026/01/27/when-the-storms-approach-we.html","date_published":"2026-01-27T20:15:28+00:00","author":{"name":"danstark","url":"http://www.danstark.com","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F49%2F1684420.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"danstark"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-01-27 20:15","date_timestamp":1769544928,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://mastodon.social/@danstark/115968898489460796","https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cm2wi3cj3znq4pfuslr7lwyw/post/3mdgl7jocgt2i"]}},{"id":"82955895","content_html":"<p>Still waters today, <br>\nReflecting sky and shoreline, <br>\nOn this winter’s noon. <br>\n<br>\n#Photography #Haiku\n#MonochromeAndColor #WinterPhotography\n#LandscapePhotography\n#RiverPhotography\n#WillametteRiver\n#OregonPhotography #Oregon #PNW\n#MakeArtEveryDay #MakeToEscape</p>\n<div class=\"microblog_collection\">\n<img src=\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.danstark.com%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F9bd220b729.jpg\" width=\"600\" height=\"449\" alt=\"A tranquil river is flanked by trees on both sides, with reflections of the sky and clouds on the water's surface.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.danstark.com%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F7340c8f5d5.jpg\" width=\"600\" height=\"449\" alt=\"A serene black and white landscape features a calm river flanked by trees, reflecting the sky and surrounding forest.\" loading=\"lazy\">\n</div>\n","summary":"","url":"https://www.danstark.com/2026/01/26/still-waters-today-reflecting-sky.html","date_published":"2026-01-27T06:16:01+00:00","author":{"name":"danstark","url":"http://www.danstark.com","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F49%2F1684420.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"danstark"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-01-27 06:16","date_timestamp":1769494561,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://mastodon.social/@danstark/115965603200806031","https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cm2wi3cj3znq4pfuslr7lwyw/post/3mdf4eyppqd25"]}},{"id":"82644012","content_html":"<p>Days on the river, <br>\nTwo decades coming right here, <br>\nNever looks the same. <br>\n<br>\n#Photography #Haiku\n#MonochromeAndColor #WinterPhotography\n#LandscapePhotography\n#RiverPhotography\n#WillametteRiver\n#OregonPhotography #Oregon #PNW\n#MakeArtEveryDay #MakeToEscape</p>\n<div class=\"microblog_collection\">\n<img src=\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.danstark.com%2Fuploads%2F2026%2Fa30b521b69.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A serene landscape features a calm body of water reflecting a line of silhouetted trees and a partly cloudy sky with the sun shining through.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.danstark.com%2Fuploads%2F2026%2Fe2d3cb81c0.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A serene black and white landscape features reflective water mirroring a dramatic sky and silhouetted trees.\" loading=\"lazy\">\n</div>\n","summary":"","url":"https://www.danstark.com/2026/01/22/days-on-the-river-two.html","date_published":"2026-01-22T20:58:16+00:00","author":{"name":"danstark","url":"http://www.danstark.com","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F49%2F1684420.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"danstark"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-01-22 20:58","date_timestamp":1769115496,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://mastodon.social/@danstark/115940766738875475","https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cm2wi3cj3znq4pfuslr7lwyw/post/3md23gwufel25"]}},{"id":"82216969","content_html":"<p>A sun burst today, <br>\nAnd a deep blue cloudless sky, <br>\nAnd a low noon sun. <br>\n<br>\n#Photography #Haiku\n#MonochromeAndColor #WinterPhotography\n#LandscapePhotography\n#OregonPhotography #Oregon #PNW\n#MakeArtEveryDay #MakeToEscape</p>\n<div class=\"microblog_collection\">\n<img src=\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.danstark.com%2Fuploads%2F2026%2Ffbb285925a.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A sunlit forest path surrounded by bare trees and scattered fallen leaves under a clear blue sky.\" loading=\"lazy\"><img src=\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.danstark.com%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F235e65b148.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" alt=\"A winding path cuts through a forest illuminated by sunlight filtering through the trees.\" loading=\"lazy\">\n</div>\n","summary":"","url":"https://www.danstark.com/2026/01/16/a-sun-burst-today-and.html","date_published":"2026-01-16T20:26:13+00:00","author":{"name":"danstark","url":"http://www.danstark.com","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2024%2F49%2F1684420.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"danstark"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-01-16 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