Monthly Archives: August 2019

Skipping holidays

Posted on August 28, 2019 by Linda Andrews

While I was walking the dog and gazing up at the sliver of moon hanging onto the night, I  was planning the long weekend ahead (it’s Labor Day here in the US). You see there’s an order coming in that … Continue reading →

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Beginning Anew

Posted on August 26, 2019 by Linda Andrews

We are slowly starting our home remodel—which means our sweat into equity. A good thing since we are still waiting to hear from the kitchen designer. This is the ripped up floor in our kitchen and dining area. Until next … Continue reading →

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The Morning Count

Posted on August 23, 2019 by Linda Andrews

I know that some of you are thinking of the number of times I hit the snooze button in the morning, but no. I am a morning person and getting up, even though I’m exhausted is something my body is … Continue reading →

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Broken Crown

Posted on August 21, 2019 by Linda Andrews

Recently, I purchase a bag of cheddar popcorn at the store. I don’t usually do this as I prefer to pop my own at home, because I love the half popped ones and home-popped popcorn yeilds more of these delicious … Continue reading →

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What are you reading?

Posted on August 19, 2019 by Linda Andrews

This month, I’m reading: Perfect Phrases for dealing with difficult people And just for fun: NC Lewis’s British Seaside Cozy Mystery series What are you reading?  

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Our Week in Portland, Part VI

Posted on August 16, 2019 by Linda Andrews

We managed to cross the river into Washington and visit Fort Vancouver. It is a completely reconstructed National Park that tells the story of early European settlement driven by the fur trade. Outside the walls was a food garden and … Continue reading →

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Our Week in Portland-Part V

Posted on August 14, 2019 by Linda Andrews

We were fortunate enough to visit the Japanese Gardens in Washington Park. There are actually seven types of gardens to explore, all more beautiful than the last. I loved all the gardens. It’s not that we don’t have them in … Continue reading →

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Our Week in Portland, Part IV

Posted on August 12, 2019 by Linda Andrews

Given that the Willamette river just a few blocks from our hotel, we found the Spirit of Portland River Cruises and booked a cruise on a boat that would take us up the river and through the Columbia Gorge to the … Continue reading →

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Our Week in Portland, Part III

Posted on August 9, 2019 by Linda Andrews

A trip to Portland wouldn’t be complete without a visit to the Rose Garden. It was heavenly and as the sun rose, the scent was amazing. Of course, not everything was a rose. Until next time!

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