Jennifer's Birthday Celebration

Remember this girl? I have known Jennifer for about 14 years now. I made her a special birthday dinner the other night. Lemon dill baked salmon with rice, veggies, sparkling wine, and a Boston cream birthday cake with a single pink candle. I made sure to let her know not to waste this birthday wish. I told her to put ALL of her heart, and energy into this one single exhale. Hoping that moment of positive energy will bring good things, and possibly her wish WILL come true!
Her and her boyfriend stayed over for a couple of nights, and the weather cooperated! We took advantage and went for a little day drive out to the waterfalls.

We had to hike to the falls in the snow. 3 out of 4 of us did not have the right shoes on for this adventurous hike, making the experience hilariously memorable.

We went on down the road a little bit, and ended up at Odell Lake Resort for lunch. The frozen lake was a treat to see. We made sure these city slickers were not easily going to forget this trip.

All of the food on the menu is fresh, homemade, and delicious!

As always our adventure was a blast, and I think our guests had a great weekend "away from it all".

Family Day Trip

My family had planned to meet in Coburg, Oregon for an antique fair. We thought it was on Saturday, but turns out it was on Sunday. We had a whole day to play with and no plans! We took a two car caravan sightseeing(Mom,bro,aunt,uncle,Wayne and I). My aunt and new uncle wanted to see our new house, so we gave them the tour. Had lunch at a local brewery, then went to a fish hatchery that has a museum, miniature golf, game bird exhibit, & 8 foot long sturgeon! I thought that would be interesting, and something new that none of us have done. It was really beautiful there..

We ventured on 20 miles past that to the famous Salt Creek Falls. The second largest waterfall in Oregon.

And then.... Our favorite campground and future boating spot. Shelter Cove on Odell Lake. We bought snacks and sat by the open communal fire pit for a couple of hours. It was VERY relaxing.. The kind of place you never want to leave. A soul soother.. and yes this campground has a store, espresso, pizza, showers, laundry facility, boat rentals, cabin rentals, a lodge, and of course flushing toilets. Who knows what else.. It is quite high class on a camping scale. The family seemed quite impressed. We all have plans to go back next summer.

Oh Oregon.... I love you! Up next: Wayne and his mom and I went to Coburg to the Antique fair. I documented the adventure! Check back soon. ♥