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Turkey & The Wolf The first summer we lived in Ohio, I spent two weeks on the road exploring the American South East, which of course included a multi-day stop in New Orleans. (You can read more about that road trip here) Earlier this spring, along with my family, we re-did the second leg of […]

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I find inherent joy in entertaining, exploring the world, & learning people's stories, copious amounts of coffee and red wine, good manicures, lattes, and big Jackie-O style sunglasses. I've always got a bottle of sparkling water in hand (or my bag), BIG love for black yoga-esque pants and boots, blue pens, and as of late, lipstick.

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When we lived in Portland, there were probably thr When we lived in Portland, there were probably three different ways we could drive home after spending time downtown. One of those way, going over Burnside, takes you riiiiiiight by Escape From NY Pizza. Stop for a slice. You'll be glad you did, and regret it if you don't.
Go for walks. You never know where you'll end up. Go for walks. You never know where you'll end up.
I can't do shrimp boils, due an I'll-drop-dead-if- I can't do shrimp boils, due an I'll-drop-dead-if-I'm-near-them allergy. I am able however to suck cracked crab straight from the shell. So crab boils, I'm all in on.  Don't have a big crowd? a sheet pan'll do for you. Don't forget the melted butter and lemons.
Theresa's Market, at 1170 S. Hemlock in Cannon Bea Theresa's Market, at 1170 S. Hemlock in Cannon Beach, has been a steady constant in my life, my whole life. Down the way from the beach house, I bought my first beer here, countless snacks, last minute pick ups for whatever meal was being made that day, and some for my most favorite caramels that sit at the register.
French Onion Soup is a wintertime staple around ou French Onion Soup is a wintertime staple around our house, and sometimes when it's not so winter.
Operation Pumpkin, in Hamilton County, other than Operation Pumpkin, in Hamilton County, other than great pumpkins, has THE BEST bacon sandwich I've ever had.
The White Pizza, from Local Roots, located in the The White Pizza, from Local Roots, located in the heart of downtown Powell is one of the best I’ve ever had. And I’ve eaten pizza on four continents.
Low Country Sunsets in the summer? stunning. Low Country Sunsets in the summer? stunning.
A visual ode, to my favorite guilty pleasure from A visual ode, to my favorite guilty pleasure from the golden arches.
If you find yourself in Vancouver BC, make sure to If you find yourself in Vancouver BC, make sure to watch sunset from the park. The mountains and water come together in a spectacular show.
Pro tip, ask the gals behind the counter to make y Pro tip, ask the gals behind the counter to make you something wonderful. They really come through.
Driving back from Cincinnati we made the swing thr Driving back from Cincinnati we made the swing through Lebanon to stop for dinner at the Golden Lamb, and sundae's for the way home at Village Ice Cream. Both will for sure be repeat stops.

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