Eugene

After all the fun in Portland, we headed south to Eugene to spend some time with Liesl and Chris.  I think I may have a distorted view of Oregon, because every time I go, it is sunny and warm....

We spent three days here and managed to do a variety of things.  We got to meet Chris' mom, which was particularly good since next year at the wedding, I imagine that things will be hectic.  We all went out to Mt. Pisgah Arboretum to check out the wedding venue, and if the weather is anything like it was that day, we will be wearing light, summery clothes.

The pavilion where the reception will be

The other family member we met was Peanut M 'n M (or just Peanut - and maybe some other strange nicknames that Chris comes up with), Liesl's new kitten.  This little guy is trying to make friends with the alpha kitty, Jellybean, but it will be a little while before peace is made between the felines.  Peanut cannot jump up to the top of this cabinet, so Jellybean can get some peace and eat her food in relative solitude.

One evening's entertainment was watching Liesl play some slow pitch softball.  She plays on Chris' company team and Chris cheers her on.  I like the expression on her face as she prepares to hit this ball.  I believe that she batted 1.000.  She also made a great catch in right field.

Oregon is certainly known for good food, and we had quite a variety of deliciousness.  Not only did Liesl cook up stuffed pork chops and Greek pizza for us, but we also ate out at Papa's Soul Food Kitchen, Dickie Joe's, and Off the Waffle.

"Blue Goat" waffle - with goat cheese and blueberries

Other things which kept us entertained:

Playing Beatles Rock Band (way fun)

Playing Carsaconne (I want to play this more)

Going to the matinee of Cowboys and Aliens
Hal fixing Liesl's and Chris' bikes

Me going to Costco and having the tires rotated on the Prism (not so entertaining, but not too bad)