This is Summer

Summer in Portland is a unique time. A time when certain activities that would otherwise be deemed impossible, shied away from, or thought of as insane, are perfectly acceptable, enjoyed pastimes.
For instance:

Running through a fountain, or standing in a small pool of untreated water.

[Ramona Quimby, the Beverly Clearly Fountain, Grant Park]


Playing the drums in an uncovered area.

[NW 13th ave, The Pearl]

Blowing bubbles in the rain.

[Harrison, Oaks Park, Sellwood]

Jumping in mountain run off waterfall water, not in a wetsuit (albeit with a certain amount of apprehension).

[Pamela and myself, Oneonta Falls, the Gorge]