reported by Carolyn Bailey
This has been a long time Best Favorite for special occasions. Very pricey, but what a treat! We have lived in Portland 8 years and I believe I have dined there 8 times. Nice seating outside. They are currently serving 2 pre-fix menus. Incredible Foodie experience. …
This wonderful sight is found on River Forest Place at 16172. I’m pretty sure it’s supposed to be a giant fierce-looking caterpillar. If you pass it from the back side you might miss it, but if you see the face it’s an arresting sight.
Here’s a shot from the side. …
reported by Marilyn Gottschall
Why are some RV residents soiling their undies?
We aren’t doing anything nasty! We have joined a global citizen science project to determine the health of our soil by planting our cotton knickers for 8 weeks. Cotton is made up of a sugar called cellulose which …
by Jack Duren
Sometime in early 2016 I was approached by someone from the Rose Villa Foundation and asked if I could create something to represent the Tin Man from “The Wizard of Oz”. The Fall Foundation Campaign was centered around that story and the theme, I think, was “The …
by Lois Weathers
Just a short note from Deschutes River State Park near The Dalles. Been here since the 14th, will be leaving on the 23rd.
Lots of stuff to do—we’ve been cherry picking; watched beautiful sunsets; visited Ft Dalles, the Tempani Pesh-wa trail with thousand-year-old Indian graphics painted on …
If you haven’t discovered this park yet, it offers a lovely walk along the east bank of the Willamette across from Milwaukie. It is often frequented by geese as well as other birds. This year’s crop of goslings have outgrown the cute and fluffy stage but are still too young …
by Bob Watt
This story first appeared in a Leading Age writing contest
I was coming home from my paper route and a black dog followed me home. Dad said I could keep him and the dog agreed to stay. That dog was street smart and could spot the dog …
The Rose Villa community celebrated Gay Pride on June 18 with a series of events including a parade, chalk art, dancing in the street, and a performance by Bolivia Carmichaels. Here are a few pictures to commemorate the event, most courtesy of Caroline Lehman. And of course resident super-photographer Rick …
by Carolyn Bailey
Located at 9401 SE 32nd Ave, Milwaukie. Past Providence Milwaukie Hospital, going North- open 8-2, except Tuesday. Great breakfast! Homemade biscuits, savory, fresh!
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reported by Cindy Brown
The Dragon Gate is at 1218 SE River Forest Road. It’s at the end of a fairly long driveway with a “No Trespassing” sign at its beginning, so you can’t get too close, but it is still a spectacular sight.
According to the Raymond Hunter Fine …
By Carolyn Bailey and Mary-Claire Phelan
Sinju Japanese in Bridgeport Village Shopping center. (This is in Tualitin.)
Carolyn says: Beautiful, clean as could be. Ate inside, excellent service and best of all real sushi. I had Tempura vegetables, something I cannot make and they were perfect. Reasonable prices, Entrees $14.00 …
by Elliot McIntire
[This story was submitted to a writing contest run by Leading Age.]
We never did actually run out of gas, but it was a near thing a time or two. It all started almost immediately after I moved to Eugene. I saw a poster looking for volunteers …
by Edwin Zack
About six months ago, I was at my bi-monthly meeting with the oncologist supervising the A-1 (first with human subjects) clinical trial. Doctor AB is an absolutely delightful human being… tough, brilliant, compassionate. If she is five feet tall, she must be wearing thick socks. Super scientist-type. …
reported by Cindy Brown
In 2020, C the CBS network started a tradition called “Taps Across America.” It was continued this year. Here’s a description:
“This Memorial Day, CBS News “On the Road” correspondent Steve Hartman and retired Air Force bugler Jari Villanueva of Taps for Veterans are again inviting …
QUESTION 12: – Protein Needs. I am confused about protein sources and how much I should be getting each day.
Protein is derived from animal products such as meat, poultry, eggs, dairy and seafood. It is available in plant-based food products such as tofu from soybeans, and vegetables, legumes …
by Gretchen Holden
Published by a small West Virginia Press in 2020, The Secret Lives of Church Ladies, written by Deesha Philyaw, delves inside the intimate moments of the lives of nine black families. The nine stories show black women and girls “…caught…between the church’s double standard and their …
reported by Sue McGraw
The garden’s open house this year is May 1 to June 15, open 9-6. Around the house is a showcase garden with peonies, roses, a water feature and many other plants. There are also 25 acres of peonies that are being raised in the field. There …
reported by Dianna Shaffer
SAVE THE DAY, ROSE VILLA!
THE FIRST GAY PRIDE DAY PARADE AT ROSE VILLA! FRIDAY, JUNE 18, 2021
2:00 P.M. START AT THE SOUTH MAIN BUILDING. THE PARADE ROUTE WILL FOLLOW THE “ROVER” CART ROUTE AS ON WEDNESDAYS. (DRINKS AND SNACKS AVAILABLE) ALL RESIDENTS, STAFF, DOGS, …
by Carl Petterson
[Editor’s Note: This essay won a writing contest sponsored by Leading Age.]
Even before the 1840s, as pioneers began settling the Oregon Territory, there were stories of a Spanish shipwreck on the rugged coast. The stories may have originated in 1813 with the fur traders at Fort …
reported by Dianna Shaffer
QUESTION 11: Gluten Free I have tummy issues and started following a gluten free (GF) diet. RV has GF dishes but sometimes I would like dessert. Do they have GF desserts?
Ms Foodie: To help others understand this often puzzling declaration that a friend or relative …