I made a quick day trip to the Columbia River Gorge about a week ago. I have not explored this area too much mainly because I was turned off by the prospect of crowded trails and hoards of people ruining my outdoor experience. I was pleasantly surprised to find my chosen trail pretty much human free enabling me to enjoy a more natural and wild experience. I crave this emptiness in nature. It sets my creative side free, away from distraction and pressure and everything else. Here is The Gorge as seen through my minds eye on a foggy and misty Saturday morning...