This Week’s Journey…


I saw this sign on a side street as I pulled into town: Yep, my training was five horrid days spent on the ocean in Newport, Oregon. Man, what a beautiful place this is. Gorgeous ocean views and lots of food choices. I came down the interstate and turned off where Siri told me. It … Continue reading This Week’s Journey…

Good Thing I Bought the “Savory” Beef Gravy…


I just had a giant bowl of mashed potatoes with the above-mentioned "savory" beef gravy. No real need to put that on the jar since that is the hope...savory. "Beef" and "savory " kinda go together already. I've been watching my diet closer so today is a "free" day hence the spuds. In fact, the … Continue reading Good Thing I Bought the “Savory” Beef Gravy…

Getting the Scotty Out!


I am in the process of getting a reservation made next week for a campground and I will FINALLY be taking the Scotty out for its pseudo maiden voyage! I will be heading just over the Cascades to the East side. There is lots to see and do in the area I'll be in. I am excited to … Continue reading Getting the Scotty Out!

Stick a Fork In It


The 2017 Memorial Day Weekend is done. It was a busy one from our points of view. We spent MANY hours in several areas that are normally really busy with visitors so you can imagine how that must've been. Many cars were ticketed and/or towed because there were so many vehicles trying to park ANYWHERE, it was … Continue reading Stick a Fork In It

And the Madness Begins!


It's that time of year - the (Un)official beginning of the summer vacation season - Memorial Day. Families packing up their bags and tossing them into the ol' minivan or SUV to head out on the open road. It is really a great American tradition that I am glad to see still is important to people. But … Continue reading And the Madness Begins!