bbarnhouse 0 #1 December 5, 2002 Today finds me in the great state that is Oregon. Home of medicinal maryjane,assisted suicide, owl savin', tree huggin', bike ridin' open minded folks.... I decided since what appeared to be sunshine in the sky, I would rather go for a drive than sit alone in the stately Barnhouse manor,so I packed up early and set off.....destination the Columbia River Gorge. First I must admit that Oregonians are not known for thier driving abilities and being a native Washingtonian, would have to concurr with such an assessment. I mean really.....why do people have to drive up your bumper only to pass you and go slower in the passing lane. I just don't get it! Oh and those cute little lavendar haired ladies who insist on having the right of way while turning left in the intersection whilst others are going through a green light.....yikes! Coming from Arizona to Oregon in December.....what was I thinking? (don't respond Clay!) LOL The drive through the gorge was beautiful and the scenery some of the best this nation has to offer. I stopped at the Bridge of the Gods and tossed out a thanks for all of the safe journeys and found myself with blue lips, hands and other body parts too cold to mention. It was a mere 32 degrees! Not near the 72 that I am accustomed to in Arizona (I thought 72 was cold)!! It is 43 in Portland today, and I am bundled up like the Michelin Tire man......but man it is green, lush and pristine....I miss the desert and will be happy to return, but there most certainly is beauty in all things if one only opens thier eyes...even when your eyeballs freeze Cheers! B~Sqaured Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gawain 0 #2 December 5, 2002 QuoteFirst I must admit that Oregonians are not known for thier driving abilities and being a native Washingtonian, would have to concurr with such an assessment. Having just moved from Portland myself, I must say you are too kind. Though, it's not just the drivers, it's the damn roads! The ruts are not double-axle truck ruts, they're car ruts, from studded snow tires that everyone "needs", on top of that, Oregon misused the Federal Transportation funding so much, and got busted...that on top of a moratorium for expansion and maintenance of the infrastructure. Bad moves...So I try and I scream and I beg and I sigh Just to prove I'm alive, and it's alright 'Cause tonight there's a way I'll make light of my treacherous life Make light! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bbarnhouse 0 #3 December 5, 2002 Quote Having just moved from Portland myself, I must say you are too kind. Yeah kinda like the nice guy syndrome......... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skygal3 0 #4 December 5, 2002 I have always wanted to live in Oregon, and I was, twice already, this close to moving there....however, if the Oregonians are that bad at driving, being the RI'er that I am, perhaps I had best stay away Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bbarnhouse 0 #5 December 5, 2002 Quotehowever, if the Oregonians are that bad at driving, being the RI'er that I am, perhaps I had best stay away nah you just need to have the larger truck! Bwahhhhhh Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sebazz1 2 #6 December 5, 2002 You know I worship Mountains, Pine Trees, Cool Moist Air, Tremendous Non-Light Polluted Skies... Your post is creating a craving in me for the mountains and a good old fashioned wilderness experience I have not had in too long... So peaceful...So peaceful...So peaceful... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bbarnhouse 0 #7 December 5, 2002 Quote Your post is creating a craving in me for the mountains and a good old fashioned wilderness experience I have not had in too long... Well there is room for one more...... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skygal3 0 #8 December 5, 2002 Quote Well there is room for one more...... does that include me too?? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bbarnhouse 0 #9 December 5, 2002 Quotedoes that include me too Darn straight! Course the stately Barnhouse Manor is only 4500 sq feet........'spose we could all fit? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skygal3 0 #10 December 5, 2002 um, it may be a stretch but I think we could manage...I'll bring cookies! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sebazz1 2 #11 December 5, 2002 Well if it is a really tight squeeze we can take our clothes off... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bbarnhouse 0 #12 December 5, 2002 QuoteI'll bring cookies Oh goodie!! No peanuts tho cuz I'm allergic. How about some monster cookies? Oh and warm fuzzy slippers? Seb likes hot cocoa!! Oh boy! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skygal3 0 #13 December 5, 2002 not sure what monster cookies are... but no peanuts nonetheless! Cocoa, yummy, marshmallow seb?? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bbarnhouse 0 #14 December 5, 2002 BB rubs her hands together in anticipation Seb no clothes means......UH OH! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
prepheckt 0 #15 December 5, 2002 Quote Seb no clothes means......UH OH! What a scary thought!!!"Dancing Argentine Tango is like doing calculus with your feet." -9 toes Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bbarnhouse 0 #16 December 5, 2002 Quote What a scary thought Scary? Seb? Naked? Bwahhhhhhhh well ok maybe the jumping naked on the bed part Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skygal3 0 #17 December 5, 2002 how'd he get naked??? I just went to the car to get cookies and marshmallows I don't think I like this vacation anymore... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bbarnhouse 0 #18 December 5, 2002 Quote how'd he get naked??? Oh he isn't! I said the thought of him jumping naked on the bed..... Besides.....Seb.......he don't put out Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sebazz1 2 #19 December 5, 2002 Alright alright I'm not naked... Sorry...I do like hot cocoa and I'll chop the wood and get the fire started too... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skygal3 0 #20 December 5, 2002 pillow fight! kate thwacks bb on the side of the head Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
happythoughts 0 #21 December 5, 2002 Quote Quote does that include me too Darn straight! Course the stately Barnhouse Manor is only 4500 sq feet........'spose we could all fit? The view from the outside... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #22 December 5, 2002 Run away, run away, ruuun away...--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skygal3 0 #23 December 5, 2002 thats ok..maybe if you were chopping wood naked...nah. I'd hate to see the aftermath if you slipped. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sebazz1 2 #24 December 5, 2002 Yea but if it's really cold like BB said there shouldn't be anything really to get in an accident with... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bbarnhouse 0 #25 December 5, 2002 B^2 giggles at the pillow fight and tackles the lil' fishy onto the floor......the tickeling ensues. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
