To return to somewhat more elevated themes, we're having a very nice time with the Odiouses and their numerous animals. And it turns out, despite myriad indications to the contrary, that if one perseveres westward through Oregon, there is indeed a very large body of water at its edge. Odious and I went there yesterday, where we were entertained by many obliging birds, old growth trees, waves and waterfalls.

Gulls:

Vocalizing indignation:

Cormorants:

Surf crow:

The pelicans were reluctant to be photographed, but the anemones had little choice: