I moved to the PNW about two years ago. Had visited only a couple of times before.

Adopted Adele from a senior rescue.

Baseball trip to Seattle for the Yankees game was the first adventure. A great time was had by all (we won!) Met this dude too.

Went to the coast and took a scenic train ride.

First brunch at a McMenamin’s and met my future co-MIL.

First volunteer gig with Pride Northwest

Also volunteered at the local food bank.

And then the election happened and my focus switched to the plan to move out of the country. Simultaneously I started my protest career.

Took many trips to downtown Portland for the Saturday market, waterfront, Pride Festival, Rose Festival, etc. I got familiar with the Max too. I also began my quest to cross each bridge in Portland – and met that goal eventually. I went to Scapoose, Vernonia, Oregon City, Government Camp, the Dalles, Maryhill in Washington, Vancouver, WA, Tillamook, Astoria, Newburg, and other places.

Then, I took the train to Klamath Falls. I broke my foot there. Note to self: don’t go anywhere with a dangerous name. I’ve circled the bullet holes in the “do not shoot” sign.

Went whale watching on Depoe Bay too.