We have been in Portland for most of three days so I am behind on my blog reading and writing. We attended two middle school concerts which were great fun, we drove the old Historic Columbia Gorge Hwy., and we visited a store that advertises that it covers 1/2 acre. Yes, it was big. And on the way home, we drove through a fairly new RV Park in Harrisburg, the Riverbend Resort. Stay tuned for the next couple of days as I try and get caught up on these adventures.
On our first day in Portland we had lunch with Betty from Joe and Betty’s Adventures. Unfortunately, Joe had to work so we will have to meet him next time. We went to Tebo’s in Gladstone and it was really fun and good food. would recommend Tebo’s if you are ever in the Oregon
City/Gladstone area. (I call it all “Portland” up north but it really is a collection of smaller cities and towns all jumbled together.) Betty was so thoughtful and brought us some “Duck Tape” for Russ and a Duck notepad and pen for me PLUS a cute little decorated basket. She knows we are big Duck fans and we were so pleased with our treasures.
Like so many have said before, it’s always fun meeting fellow bloggers. Just seems to be a connection there. We had a wonderful visit and look forward to meeting Joe in the future.
Well, that’s all folks. I’m pooped tonight so will leave the trip blogging for another day. Again, congratulations to Sue and Bob, the winners of the book, The Art of Racing in the Rain. Be sure and get your info to me so I can get it mailed off to you.
We missed you but happy to hear you had a good trip.
ReplyDeleteGet some good rest and we are looking forward to your entertaining posts.
Sharon
Aw shucks! How did I miss that post of yours about the book? I surely would have put my name in the hat. Perhaps BS will pass it on to me? I can hope so. :)
ReplyDeleteI'd love to go to Tebo's… I haven't been to Portland since the early 80s. I loved it there.
ReplyDeleteWell, except for the daily rain … but always got a chuckle out of the T-shirt slogan… If the Rain is Warm, It Must be August… ;)
I liked your National Pig day post but after your disclaimer, I couldn't watch it ... I would love to see your family but the pig? aw man .. poor ol thing
Never heard of Tebo's, but I'll add it to my list of places to eat! Glad you had a good trip to Portland.
ReplyDeleteglad you had a great time in Portland!!...always the bridesmaid never the bride!...maybe next time! :)
ReplyDeleteWe love the historic Columbia Highway and all the waterfalls. I just never get enough of seeing that area. Being original Vancouver-ites, we hang around Portland most of the summer.
ReplyDeleteWe love the historic Columbia Highway and all the waterfalls. I just never get enough of seeing that area. Being original Vancouver-ites, we hang around Portland most of the summer.
ReplyDeleteLucky you's two ~ driving down that beautiful Columbia Highway!!! I love it so much! We stayed in one of the state parks somewhere in there once back when we had our travel trailer! Can't wait for the posts about it so include lots of pictures!! You took them, right?
ReplyDeletewill be fun to see the journey of the book. Came to me from my niece in Mississippi...then Missouri....then Oregon.....dont know where BS is....maybe it can make all 50 states !
ReplyDeleteWow Donna, I am tickled pink to have our name drawn for this book. I am moved not only that we drew the lucky straw but that you are such a caring person to have thought of others that you have yet to meet. Thank you so very much. I am glad you and Russ got out to meet other bloggers and enjoy a day of exploration in your own backyard. Thanks again.
ReplyDeleteJust BS!(Bob and Sue)
You sure had a great time in Portland.
ReplyDeleteAw dang! Somehow, with all my running around here in the desert, I missed the free book contest. Probably wouldn't have one anyway, oh well.
ReplyDeleteNice 'Duck Tape'!