If you live in Portland, or are planning a visit, this is a must see. The gardens are serene, gorgeous, and can be toured in about an hour. longer if you are lugging photo gear.

I spent my Saturday a couple weeks ago at the Beaverton Farmer’s Market. Farmer’s markets in Portland have become quite the cottage industry, and you can find one in just about any part of town on any given Saturday and many weeknights. Great local produce as well as locally produced cheeses, sauces, meats, baked goods [...]

Had a great time this year, and there was some awesome talent.  Just one of the many reasons why I love living in Portland!
The 40+ crowd gettin’ their groove on at the Zydeco Swamp Romp….

The coolest cat in the joint:

I got my $10(+2 Cans)worth from these three (Jr. Boy Jones, left; Phillip Walker, center; Sherman [...]

Small towns are the bread and butter of our nation, and there’s nothing like spending 4th of July in a small town to recharge your partriotism.  These are some pictures I took yesterday of Vernonia’s 4th of July celebration.  Enjoy!
Waiting for the show to get on the road:

All the kids in the parade took their [...]