10
in other words
december11
2012
Harlem Crowns
Tunnel Falls
Story and Photography
by Peter Nelson
from the album “ Are You Experienced “
“Used to be an Experience meant mak-
ing you a bit older. This one makes you
Happy Trails To You !
wider,” another Hendrix quote I picked
To experience Tunnel Falls in its up on a distant island. “When the power
full summer glory, just incredible, the hot of love overcomes the love of power the
summer sun poured in for hours at a per- world will know peace.”
fect angle, no rush, I spent hours around
the waterfall, soaking in the sounds, sun,
Interested in guided hikes next
shadows, cliffs, rocks, plants, mist, water, year? Contact me. Small groups only.
rainbows, the natural power, the green is
so bright, I feel I need sunglasses, green-
glasses.
Sitting at the bottom, eating lunch,
as the sounds, mist, and rainbows radiated
over us. Truly an unforgettable lifetime
experience.
Especially not rushing, giving the
nature full attention, taking the time to let
it soak in. Spend a few hours to let it per-
meate you. Healthy vibrations. It becomes
part of your soul. Branded for life.
The world famous Harlem
Crowns brought their unique style
of basketball and entertainment to
the Vernonia High School Gym-
nasium on December 8, 2012.
The Crowns faced off against
the Mighty Vernonia Scepters, a
team of local basketball all-stars,
coached by local legends Steve
Whiteman and Larry Steele.
Justin Ward and Matt Blair were
the referees. The Crowns used
basketball skill, showmanship
and lots of audience participa-
tion to thrill the crowd and put
a smile on everyone’s face. The
event was a fundraiser for the
2013 VHS Prom.
Waterfall, nothing can harm me at all,
My worries seem so very small
With my waterfall.
I can see my rainbow calling me
Through the misty breeze
Of my waterfall.
Some people say day-dreaming’s
For the lazy minded fools
With nothing else to do.
So let them laugh, laugh at me,
So just as long as I have you
To see me through,
I have nothing to lose ‘long as I have you.
Waterfall, don’t ever change your ways.
Fall with me for a million days,
Oh, my waterfall.
- Jimi Hendrix - “ May This Be Love “
New images on my website : PN-
PHOTOART.COM
My photographs, art booth, and
website are in full swing for the holidays.
Photographs make great gifts! Good for
everyone. They last a lifetime.
Hope to see you at my market
booth or on the website ! Please don’t hes-
itate to call my studio landline. 503 429
5909.
You can find Peter Nelson photog-
raphy at Made In Vernonia,
Vernonia Cares
Holiday Boxes
Left: Treasurer Amy Smith presents a $500 check from the
Vernonia Volunteer Firefighters Association to Vernonia Cares
director Sandy Welch for use in purchasing supplies for the an-
nual “Holiday Boxes.” Recipients must register at the Food
Bank on any Tuesday or Thursday before December 18. “Holi-
day Boxes” will be given out shortly before Christmas.
Right: George Tice of the Lions Club of Vernonia presents
Rosie McCoy and Sandy Welch with a check for $500 to go
towards “Holiday Boxes.”
Merry Christmas
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Jim Morrison, Jr.
General Contractor
(503) 429-0154
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