Our recent two-week adventure was everything we had hoped and had planned for—a perfect blend of awe inspiring landscapes, family, and unforgettable wildlife. Starting from our home in Bend, Oregon, we set off on a 2,300-mile loop that took us to Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks, with…
Read MoreThis weekend was my partners birthday. We went to a nice local Italian restaurant, Trattoria Sbandati. It was an amazing and authentic dinner with excellent service. If you are ever in beautiful Bend Oregon and want amazing Italian food and unrivaled service, Trattoria Sbandati will delight you. On…
Read MoreFall is in full swing here in Central Oregon, and it’s not just the changing leaves that make this time of year special. Alongside the vibrant yellows and reds of autumn leaves as well as larch pine needles, the region’s rivers and streams are alive with the incredible…
Read MoreI will write more about the recent van life adventure with Stefanie and our two dogs to 5 states including Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Park later after unpacking the van. But here are a couple photos.
Read MoreWow, what a crazy couple of weeks it's been!
Read MoreThis past weekend was all about the outdoors. On Saturday, I kayaked 8 miles on a crystal-clear Cascade lake, where the water was as cold as it was stunning. Then, on Sunday, we hiked 7 miles with a 2,000-foot elevation gain into the Mt. Jefferson Wilderness. With a…
Read MoreI used the app 3D Scanner App on my iPhone 15 Pro and scanned in high resolution using LiDAR the sign and tree section to generate a 3D model that you can then export to use elsewhere such as a 3D scene or 3D print, share on Sketchfab,…
Read MoreLast Friday evening, Stefanie, our two dogs, and I embarked on an adventure to Lava Lake in the Cascades, just a short drive from our home in Bend, Oregon. The area had just emerged from winter, was the perfect for our outing, especially with the potential of a…
Read MoreAs the Christmas holiday lights twinkle, we find ourselves at the cusp of transition, leaving behind a vibrant and adventurous 2023, while eagerly awaiting the promises of 2024. This year, more than ever, the holiday season feels like a much-deserved pause, a moment to breathe and reflect on…
Read MoreThe local Bend Oregon fire department brought a fire engine and Santa to my neighborhood last night. They were doing a canned food drive. We donated some cans of food to the good community holiday effort and program to help others in our community. Poor Coho, our goofy…
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