Hi, my name is Darlene Waters. I was born and raised in the little town of Westboro, Massachusetts. My son and I moved to Oregon 10 years ago and it was the best decision we’ve ever made!

I was a travel agent for the past 30 years up until Covid-19 hit. I love being a travel agent. It has brought me places all over the world that I never would have thought possible. I’ve had some amazing experiences and beautiful memories as well as some stunning photographs. Even though Covid-19 has put a halt to all corporate travel and I am furloughed, I am very excited to be able to take full-time classes this fall to expand my knowledge. This is my second-semester taking classes for the Media-Arts Program.

 I’m not sure what I will do when I’m done. I have a dream of traveling, photographing, blogging, and or writing magazine reviews for places people can travel to. It’s a great big beautiful world out there and I think everybody should see it!
Some of my hobbies include photography, gardening, hiking, fishing, reading, road trips, and listening to music. I also enjoy volunteering at the WOW Hall. There are so many other things I am into as well. But, mostly I will never give up any chance to go and try something new!  

The picture is of my last trip since Covid-19 started. The Santa Cruz, CA Boardwalk. Oh, yes ice cream is a hobby too! I’m looking forward to this class and reading everybody’s blogs!

By: Darlene Waters