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AugustAug 6 Wednesday 08
Africa in NW Portland
Recently I have noticed an African mother with two children walking in my neighborhood. I wonder where they are from, what funded the long journey to America, why they are here. I wonder if they are war refugees. Their presence in NW Portland is refreshing.
Last Saturday we took a break from the wedding prep for mud clamming at the Oregon Coast!
These photos were taken on Saturday, August 2nd. More sun = more flowers!
AugustAug 5 Tuesday 08
My Bachelorette Party!
July 25, 2008
Curiosity increased over weeks of secret planning. Jenni Keller offered to host the Bachelorette Party shortly after engagement. She successfully kept it a secret while showing intense excitement!
Working all day, I rushed home to get ready. …
JulyJul 27 Sunday 08
All That Matters - Addison Road
LDR
This made me laugh.
Troy Update - Stucco
Troy is coming back to Portland this Sunday, after six weeks in Idaho. Two weeks later we get married.
He posted photos of the latest lodge building progress, stucco, on his blog: http://seektroy.blogspot.com/ Check it out!
JulyJul 23 Wednesday 08
Shilo & Josh - Wedding 7/19/08
Last weekend I had the opportunity to be a bridesmaid in Troy's sister's wedding!
Here is a slideshow of raw images, without any cropping or color correction.
Wedding in Idaho
Photos taken at the wedding in Idaho on Saturday.
Anyone want to process 455 photos for me?
JulyJul 15 Tuesday 08
Idaho Sportsman Lodge - Website
Troy has revamped the website for his Idaho Lodge business.
Check it out! http://www.idahosportsmanlodge.com/index.htm
Sunflower Bouquet Research
Last night we went out to the farm to check on the status of the field and problem solve the minimally growing field of flowers. In concept, growing your own bridal flowers is a great idea but it can also be stressful and complicated when the weather does not …
JulyJul 8 Tuesday 08
Table Runners - Check!
Thanks to Grandma, this cloth will be transformed into reception table runners. We went with the flowered honeycomb version, due to easier sewing and the sunflower theme.
Farm - Plant Growth Update
Not sure if there will be flowers at the wedding. The weather is really stunting the growth of the field.
Blues Fest - Hawkeye Herman
Sunday afternoon I took some time off from wedding prep and hit the Blues Festival. Hawkeye Herman was my favorite act of the day - he is such a character! His set was much more than a concert, he also took the opportunity to teach the crowd blues history and technique.
JulyJul 6 Sunday 08
Blues Fest - Saturday Night
Rosie Ledet - Zydeco - Swing that Thing
Went to the Blues Fest last night for just one act... she was great!
JulyJul 2 Wednesday 08
Jen - Status Check.
6 hours of sleep and 4 ounces of coffee. sipppp.... 5 ounces.
Game Night yesterday was a social time of fellowship, building friendships and community. Didn't really play any games, but we didn't need to. Games are merely the excuse to gather, people are the treasure …
Malawi, Africa - Building Photo!
Major progress on the multi-purpose building since we helped a little on the foundation during the trip in August 2007!
This building will be used as a meeting place for a nursery school, skill training for adults, community center, internet cafe, place for visitors to …