After buckling our three fur children in the back of the Honda CRV, Jordan Hevern and I pressed Start on Google Map: Blue Pool was only an hour and twenty minutes away. We passed empty campgrounds along an icy blue Mckenzie River and forest-filled mountains as we drove along OR-126 E. We veered left off … Continue reading Tamolitch (Blue Pool) In Winter
On another rainy Oregon spring day, I can't help but look through old photos of summer: pristine lakes, cotton candy sunsets, a six-pack of Ninkasi Apricot Ale, and starry nights. We took one of the most memorable and beautiful trips we have ever taken together last summer. If you haven't been to Smith Rock State … Continue reading Summer at Smith Rock: Photo Essay
I honestly don't know how we get through most of the year with the basic coffee flavors. Honest, I don't. For all of you coffee-lovers and Christmas-fanatics, winter is seriously the most wonderful time of the year. Two of your absolute favorite things smash together and bring you SO. MUCH. JOY. Come the first of … Continue reading How To Make Starbucks Holiday Drinks At Home
Holding gloved hands, kissing cold lips and rosy cheeks, sipping hot chocolate, singing Christmas carols together because you obviously know every, single, song; it's the most wonderful time of the year, so make the most of it. Here are some fun things to do with your loved one this season: 1. Take A Sleigh Ride/ … Continue reading Classic Winter Date Ideas For You And Your Love
Tea always sounds good: in the morning, after a long day of work, while reading a good book, while stressing out about your term paper due tomorrow, after running too many errands, while snuggling with your S.O. (and your dog)—you get the gist. But, this steaming pot-of-goodness doesn't just warm your tummy, it also can … Continue reading There’s Literally A Type Of Tea For Every Possible Mood Swing
"A Dog's Life" Writing & Photos
