Japanese Gardens

It was a beautiful day in Portland, and I was itching to get my camera out and take pictures of SOMETHING, ANYTHING, so we went to the Japanese Gardens. I'm not much of a flower-picture person, but I like a few here and there.... We mainly went just to see the cherry blossom trees which are so beautiful this time of year.

Some of the Portland skyline with Mt. Hood overlooking the city

Japanese maple, I think. I think the kinky branches are so awesome

My favorite part about cherry blossom trees is the petals that fall to the ground in a big circle underneath the tree. Seems like pink snow! :)

Dave is much better at taking flower pictures than I am.

Don't know what these are called, but I'm sure it's supposed to make your feel relaxed and calm........deep breath......ahhhhhh.....

My only little flower picture :)

Me - and yes, my hair is now red.....or auburn is probably a better word...

Mr. and Mrs. taking a bath

oh! oops, here is another flower picture. haha