Coast

On Saturday, I went with K & E to the coast. We introduced their puppy, Vida, to the ocean. It was the first time I had been to the coast since I moved back to Oregon. There is something about the Pacific coast that I find very soothing. In my limited travels, I find the coastline one of my favorite views.

We started off by driving to Cannon Beach. It was a straight shot from Portland and we wanted a short day trip. We walked on the beach and watched Vida bite at the water. There were tons of crabs washed up on the shore which ended up being a little gross. Cannon Beach is known for its haystack rocks just off the shore (see right hand side for my picasa photos). We walked back into town to find some food. We didn't feel like spending a lot of money so we went to a small pizza place that had tasty slices and pints of beer. I had the Imperial Stout from Kona Brewing Company. Definitely had a strong coffee flavor.

We then drove south along 101. We stopped at various view points and at least one antique shop. We ended up in Tillamook at the Tillamook cheese place. Our goal? Tillamook ice cream. Since Tillamook is a little inland, we drove to another coastal town just to get a view of the ocean.

I was really wiped out after being out in the sun all day. It was the first time I had been to the coast when it wasn't either raining or a little chilly. Instead, I got a little sunburned and was able to wear shorts.

I also put some updated photos of my apartment on the picasa site. I still don't have anything on the walls...in time...in time.