Vacation

We spent our vacation time, as always, in Oregon. It is a beautiful state with no sales tax where you can't pump your own gas. We started out in Lincoln City on the coast. My husband's family has a little house right on the ocean, but up on a cliff. It is very relaxing. We read, take naps, look at the ocean, play games, and listen to Matthew say "I'm bored." So, there were also trips to the beach to play in the waves and build sandcastles, time at the local pool, badminton in the driveway, and a hike. And, as always, a trip to the outlet mall to stock up on clothes. When our time at the beach was done, we went to Portland via the Tillamook cheese factory and, to Matthew's dismay, a couple of wineries. We spent time with Joel's family who live in Portland or where also visiting. While in Portland, we took a trip on Max(light rail) with Grandma and Grandpa to look through shops, hiking in the Columbia River Gorge, saw some friends, went to OMSI (Oregon Museum of Science and Industry) and when swimming a couple of times.


I always love my time in Oregon. There is so much natural beauty and Portland is a wonderful city. Here are a few of our vacation pictures.

Matthew at Cascade Head

A view down the coast

King of the sandcastle

The Columbia River Gorge