I don’t know how bloggers post when they are on vacation, but I’m home now and here is a rundown of my Portland adventure.
I biked all over the city, along the waterfront, and through Forest Park.
Bridges…
fountains…
people…
beautiful weather (this time of year) and beer abound.
Eating a big breakfast with my hosts Beth & Jeff at the Screen Door…
Fried Chicken and Sweet Potato Waffles!!!
The day before, we picked red currents and blueberries at a local farm.
Later my friends’ daughter spun Sweetart Red Current Jam from our pickings. Yummm!!!
The day at the farm was followed by an evening at the local vineyard, with jazz, and delicious HUGE Oregon raspberries. Summer days are long – the sun set around 10pm.
My last day was spent visiting Multnomah Falls…
with Gwen and Scott…
joining the sight seers…
watching trains…
and kite surfers traverse the Columbia River.
The Oregon country side was stunning, and Portland, especially the East-side neighborhoods, reminded me a great deal of my hometown, Durham NC.
Finally I visited FOUR very different knit shops around Portland. Apparently Portlanders love to knit! I restrained myself and came home with only one skein, from my favorite shop Twisted. This lovely Pacific Northwest “artisan” sock yarn was made in Seattle.
I returned completely refreshed! Thanks for all of your Portland Bound suggestions.
what a great trip. i will be visiting my daughter Portland in mid August. the screen door and forest park are not to be missed.
Welcome back! It looks like you had a fantastic trip. I haven’t ever spent time in Portland, just passed through on the train. I must go someday.
Sherri, I so wish I was brave enough to travel like you. You seem to have such fun. I pray to get over my fear of traveling. Blessings,
The photos are amazing! Everyone looks to be having a great time. Good food, interesting places, happy faces that is a successful vacation. Thanks for the share!
portland is great! i was there over 10 years ago and i can only imagine how much cooler it is now.
We loved having you visit and I especially love your pics — you definitely have an artistic eye. And we love our new quilt!
hugs,
beth
And Portland loved having you! We certainly did! Thanks for sharing your joy with us.
Gwen
Love the currants and chicken with waffles pix! (And Scott and Gwen, of course.)