One of my favorite things about fall is that it marks college football season. I was never big into football growing up but once I decided to attend the University of Oregon, I was psyched about attending games. I made it to almost every home game while I was down in Eugene and now that I've graduated, I still try to hit up games whenever I get the chance. It's become somewhat of a tradition...
Earlier this month I took a mini-vacation to Phoenix, Arizona which was tons of fun. I now maybe wish I had planned it for a little later as I could already use a break from the doom and gloom that Portland is experiencing weather-wise. Can you believe the rain we've been getting? I mean I know it's Oregon but STILL. Kind of ridiculous. Anyways, we ended up spending a couple days in Sedona, Arizona which...
A few weeks ago the boyfriend and I went on our second wine tasting adventure out in the Newberg area. There are so many vineyards to choose from! We went to Ayres (private & by appointment only), Adelsheim (larger, a bit overpriced) and Alexana. It was a gorgeous day for trekking from vineyard to vineyard. We stopped by Fred Meyer's to pick up picnic food - a baguette sandwich, hummus and pita chips and fancy...
If you live in Portland or Seattle, it's a safe bet you have a dog. But me? No, not just yet. Though I already have my little heart set on getting on a dachshund and naming him Louis. It's happening, once I save up enough and bite the bullet. I've already gotten my boyfriend and family invested in this idea so I know they'll hold me accountable. Anyways, I wanted to tell you about a great new...
Living in an apartment makes growing things more difficult. I love the idea of having a little vegetable garden but doing so without a plot of dirt is challenging. The past couple years I've used large plastic planters to house a couple tomato plants and a jalapeño plant. I love it! They didn't do terribly well last year but this year they are doing great. I guess watering them helps. I kid, I kid. My...
Ease and health are the two main words in my cooking dictionary. Especially when it comes to lunch, as I tend to have difficulty coming up with quick and healthy lunch ideas for work. You can imagine I was thrilled when I was recently invited to try LYFE Kitchen. LYFE Kitchen is a healthier alternative to your usual frozen meal, as they are free of artificial ingredients and trans fat, low in sodium (less than 500 mg)...
How can it possibly be nearing mid August already? I'm pleased to report that I've done most everything on my summer bucket list. Not that I've bothered to share any of with you all yet. But wait! I'm about to show you excerpts from a Hood River trek that the boy and I did at the beginning of summer. Excited? Let's get on with it. I am certain they call it The Gorge because it's...
