Proof of Life

I am 4 days into my first juice fast ever and have been feeling very full of life. I am continually surprised each day how I am able to continue to push on even though there's no caffeine, no alcohol, no refined sugar, no wheat, no cooked foods, no consistency, just juice. I have had the juice from countless carrots, beets, celery, apples, and ginger. Yum! Today, Donny and I went to Prasad in the Pearl district for lunch. Donny had the chili bowl. I got my (what seems like) usual now, the Rita (double yum) and a wheat grass shot (you get the idea). I am also really obsessed with this now due to the whole fasting thing. But now for the point, we then went to the Japanese Gardens, which I have been wanting to see because the cherry blossoms were so great there last time I went, and they are about to pass for the season. The weather was rainy with a chance of sprinkles and as we were getting ready to leave the sun had broken through and I insisted for one more quick stroll around. Here are some of the shots I took, showing that even in the rain and dark and cold, Portland is showing proof of life. I am so ready for some sun and warm weather, but until then I will be grateful for the promise of green. Hope you enjoy... Until next time, I am proud to present: Proof of Life!