My husband had a milestone birthday last week. Since we thought we would be living in France by now, I had planned on surprising him with a trip to the Loire Valley for a hot air balloon ride and wine tasting. But sadly, thanks to COVID, that didn't work out. (I have written about life... Continue Reading →
A Milestone Birthday
I celebrated a milestone birthday last week. It's hard to believe that I have reached this age; where did the time go? I don't feel old, in fact, sometimes I feel like a kid who doesn't know what to do when I grow up! I have grey hair, wrinkles, arthritis, aches and pains, but I... Continue Reading →
Rock Canyon Vineyards
A winery tour and tasting is always a great way to spend an afternoon. However, it's hard to top a tour and tasting shared with loved ones in a beautiful, rustic setting. Add to that some remarkable wines, rescued animals and a skinny-dipping three year old, and you have a perfect afternoon! That is exactly... Continue Reading →
Portland’s Waterfront Blues Festival
In 1979 my brother and I saw Eric Clapton in concert at the Seattle Center Coliseum, Muddy Waters was the warm up act. This was my introduction to blues, and what a great place to start. Fast forward 40 years to the Portland Waterfront Blues Festival, where, within minutes of arriving, I heard an artist... Continue Reading →