We went to the fair again. This year there was a slide and we petted the bunnies.

We went to Seaside with the Starks. It rained. We had a good time.

What to do in Seaside when it is raining.

Check out the local Aquarium (twice).

Visit the Columbia River Maritime Museum.

Shop for t-shirts and hoodies.

Take family picture when sunny.

Swim at the local park and rec pool.

Tour the local fire station.

Feed the birds.

Watch the Olympics.

Complain about the Olympics. Really? More beach volleyball?

Make cookies.

Watch Lion King 1½. A lot.

Celebrate Gramma Patty’s Birthday.

Fly a kite.

Hit the outlet mall.

Read a good book.

See a funny movie.

Eat clam chowder.

Check out the local independent bookstore.

Play cards.

Do puzzles.

Go to the beach anyway.

The caterer of our wedding (and Jean and Dave’s). Opened Lincoln, a restaurant in NE Portland. We had a fabulous dinner thanks to Jen and the crew.

Multnomah Village turned 100 this year. Gramma Patty and Owen and I went to the parade to watch with friends  and to march with the Democrats

We went to pt Loma to visit the Borchers and the Dukes. Seaworld, the beach, uncle bruce’s boat, fireworks, ice cream. It was a great time.

Camping! We went to Champoeg State park with three other families, including Aunt Jen. Lots of fun by the campfire, around the camp and with water.