Friends on the Fourth

Our plans changed completely, but it still ended up being an especially great camping trip with friends.

Paint me Happy

Six miles from Mitchell, OR are the Painted Hills: one of my favourite things about this state.

Kam Wah Chung

The city didn’t take advantage of the gift right away, and somehow it was forgotten. A dusty treasure of artifacts that sat only a few feet away from city managers and planners for decades.

Highlights of Idaho Road Trip

A road trip is the best way to make the most out of a very long drive.

Mother’s Day in McMinnville

The shape of the tradition might change every year, but the tradition of spending time with my kid holds fast.

Last few Coast Shots

A few parting shots from a pretty great birthday weekend in Tillamook, Oregon.

Cape Meares Trails

Just so you know: a visit to Cape Meares is appropriate for most people of most abilities.

Bay City Birthday

We had a lovely yurt in lovely weather at a lovely location for Pedro’s birthday.

Working Friends

My friends instantly changed plans so that they could help me with the UHaul. God bless real friends.

Escape to Astoria

Sandy came to pick me up and take me to the coast so we could have fun and catch up on each others’ news.