
Performing arts theatre in Oregon is a joy, as was a recent production of The Thin Place by Oregon Contemporary Theatre (OCT). The compelling drama, written by playwright Lucas Hnath, focuses on otherworldly events. _____________ Lucas Hnath’s play The Thin Place “explores supernatural events following the burgeoning relationship between two women – one who’s recently […]

A mellow summer continues to provide peaceful space for pondering past and future travel adventures. With devastating wildfires, floods, migrant tragedies, and regional wars plaguing the world, being hidden away in leafy Oregon is comfortable. I’m working my way through a “to do” list, and trying to prune and tame the woodsy landscape surrounding my […]

It’s wonderful being back in the peaceful Oregon foothills surrounded by woodsy fir, spruce, and pine trees, deer, squirrels, birds, and wild turkeys. The return flights from Paphos via Berlin, Paris, and Seattle were uneventful. Life in the US is easy compared to the 2022-2023 trip itinerary – Vietnam, Austria, Slovakia, Slovenia, Croatia, Morocco, Egypt, […]
Fabulous memories. Safe travels.
Thanks Gwen – everything went well – negative PCR, flights on schedule…. Being back in the US is wierd!!!!
Good to hear you’re back. Hope someone watered the plants while you were away LOL.
I’ll be looking out for another post…
Ahhhh the come home to a big ol’ mess scenario – you think of all the good stuff Gwen! I’ve left my house for extended trips so many times, and from trial and error learned to deal with most potential havoc – sorta :o(. I have professionals manage while traveling, and their fee is well spent. Expecting neighbors or friends to watch out for your house and belongings is being naïve. Will have to replace a few smaller trees damaged from squirrels digging up the root base, but that’s the worst of it. I’ve thought about renting my place while on extended trips, but when factoring in the cost to store belongings, management fees, getting them out when I’m ready to return, and performing cleanup and damage repair – it’s not worth it… Nothing is ever simple, right? Am already planning next trip in my head!!!
Yep. Perhaps it was my brother’s saying sticking in my head – “Now what can possibly go wrong?”
I think you’re wise not to rent out for all the reasons you give, and also not to rely on the neighbours which would wear a bit thin after a few weeks.
And the planning the trip is three quarters of the fun!