Japanese Garden
Portland’s Japanese Garden sits atop the hill to the west of downtown Portland. This is perhaps one of the more picturesesque spots in Portland with moss-covered paths that wind their way through waterfalls and stoney trails.
Pittock Mansion
Henry J. Pittock was a newspaper baron, son of immigrants and local to Portland around the turn of the century. His mansion which he started building when he was 74 was bought by the community and preserved as an historical site. The house had many forward-looking ammenities including electirc power, room thermostats, and a central … Continue reading Pittock Mansion
Lan Su Chinese Garden
Nestled in downtown Portland is a square block Chinese garden. Most all of the stone and plants were transported from China. The gardens replicate a scholars house emphasiIng the connection with nature.
Hawthorne
Yummy local flavor from Hawthone street.
Portland Cityscape
The buildings in downtown Portland are beautiful! When a population is also environmentally conscious, it makes a big difference as per the cleanliness of a city.
The Original
Breakfast at a 1950’s style dinner in the middle of downtown Portland. It begs the question: is this the original Original?
Saks Fifth Avenue
Saks Fifth Avenue going out of business and one happy Jenn. Of course that means no more Saks.
Maki Sushi in Hillsboro
I learned that mercury and other harmful elements congregate in the fatty layers of fish. This sushi place made me forget.
Gorilla Che Maker Faire
I thought this army jacket was cool. It was a silk-pressed “Gorilla” Fighter Che. I met the girl who designed it and silk stained it–she works with another person out of Oakland. It reminded me of the German army jackets that I would see in Europe with custom logos.