It’s fair to say that every now and again I get a little homesick for New Hampshire. There are the obvious things like……that is where most of our family is. There were some of the little things though that I was missing off and on the past couple years. For example while living in both…
Category: Rides
Enjoying it While it Lasts
The insanely good late fall weather continues here in the PNW. It was 63 yesterday and at least 60 today. Mia and I have both been taking advantage of this weather while it lasts. The typical rain/drizzle and overcast days have yet to appear for any extended amount of time so far. Though long range…
Waldo Lake 2019
Mia and I first went to Waldo Lake a few years ago. I’ve wanted to go back for some time now. Needless to say it is difficult to get a campsite there unless you book months in advance. UNLESS you wait until the official reservation window is closed and head down during the first come…
Another Week in Paradise
I’m almost hesitant to once again talk about the Methow Valley. As I have mentioned numerous times before….It.Is.Paradise! (or at least Mia and my definition of paradise). So I’m afraid if I keep talking about it too many people will go there. Selfish? Yes. I’ve got no problems admitting that. This year we couldn’t get…
More Family Time
I just had Paul and his family out here in the PNW for my nephew’s graduation from UW-Bothell. I spent last weekend up in the Seattle area to celebrate Travis’s accomplishment and to hang with some of the Rhodes side of my family. It was nice to see everyone and to also get out on…
Oregon Stampede Route 2019
I’ve got a hashtag that I use on Instagram #Oregonisnotpdx. I like to toss it on things that I believe show the real Oregon and not the cliché idea that Oregon is only PDX, hipsters, craft beer and coffee shops. While the majority of the population lives along the I-5 corridor in the Willamette Valley…
ON & OFF RHODES 