December...........

Jan's Birthday was earlier this month, and we try to get to Portland for a couple of days. We don't really go overboard on the gift thing, but just enjoy ourselves. Tried out Gracies at the new Hotel Delux, Walked around a bit, saw the new tram. Good time..........







Came back, and pretty much right away, we were into the Mt. Hood search. The family was right across the street from my office. We had friends and family up on the hill for a long, long time. Joe Wampler (the Sheriff) did an amazing job of keeping it together for everyone.

It was tough to describe what everyone put into that search. On Monday, a deputy came in to tell us about the costs. Pretty much the board said keep on going until you can't do it anymore.......

Well....Ice storm is on its way. Looks like anymore has arrived....

Maybe the next post will be cheerier......Sorry.