Thursday, July 9, 2009

When I am at work all day...


'nuff said.
When I tried to go to bed last night my "spot" was covered with hair. So I grabbed the lint roller. But she kept it warm for me all day!

Thursday, July 2, 2009

Caught 4 that day


Adair Pond--- a total of 9 fish were caught between the two of us; 8 were bluegill. They are so beautiful to look at!

Wednesday, July 1, 2009

It's Actually Happening!

Turning in the 30 days notice today! Flying away from Oregon in 35 days!

Sunday, June 28, 2009

Classical Chinese Garden, Portland, Oregon





If you have the opportunity, Nana and I both recommend that you spend an afternoon in the Classical Chinese Garden, located in Chinatown, Portland, Oregon.

After a short block and a half we were soaked as we reached the garden's entrance. Immediately we were in awe of the vegetation's natural beauty as well as the painstaking, ornate craftsmanship of the architecture. There was something to be revered in every direction.

At the Tea House we learned about ceremonial style tea, though you can choose from 3 different presentations. The traditional foods were delicious beyond comparison. We didn't realize that we nibbled, chatted, and laughed our way through two and a half hours. Following tea, sake, and snacks, we toured the pavilions and took time to smell the flowers. Truly an unforgettable excursion.

Sunday, June 14, 2009

Pride and BBQ


Awaiting the 11 o' clock hour- It's finally here!


Post-recession walk...he is outspokenly hungrier. At least this commencement was only 2 hours long.



Family at the BBQ. Happily Fed.

Tuesday, June 9, 2009

Random thought

I was at work this morning by 6:45 am. That is 1.25 hours earlier than usual. I did great all day... I was energetic, peppy, and happy. It is now 6:30 pm and I am wondering at what time it won't be too lame to go to bed. *sigh

Tuesday, June 2, 2009

FISHY FISHY

Fisherman's Bend, Santiam River.... apparently the fish are more "educated" south of Big Cliff Dam. We were dodged at this location. Next time fishies, beware!

Breitenbush River was gorgeous. The water was teal and crystal clear. AND COLD!!!



We learned a lot about our new fishing areas that day; at least that is how we salvage the day in our minds because we were skunked! Grrrrrr.......

But it was truly a wonderful, relaxing day after the closing reception.