Oregon was seriously THE highlight of 2020. Lot's of cancelled things but gratefully we were still able to spend a week with two of my sisters (and their families) on the Oregon coast. Much needed for the soul. The endless pines, the cooler temperatures, and fresh air.
For days we just got to be outside and do whatever as a family. Yes we've been together nearly 24/7 since mid-March but something about this time together felt very different, in the best way possible.
Before making it to the coast, we took a little detour to drive around Mount Hood and explore the area nearby. Enjoyed our time seeing the dahlia farms, watching people ski down at the Timberline Lodge, quick picture at Trillium Lake (since it was insanely packed), an afternoon hike to Tamanawas Falls, and ending the night with dinner at The Gorge White House as the sunset.
Besides staying in a house literally right next to the beach with a view of Twin Rocks, we got to visit many of the beaches in the area. Hug Point, Cannon Beach (Haystock Rock of course), Oceanside, Tunnel Beach, and Short Sands to name a few. By far my favorite was being able to explore the starfish caves/tide pools at Cape Meares. The sharp contrast of the tree covered cliff meeting the ocean gave such a lovely view. Seeing the cave covered in hundreds of sea stars (one of which we found unattached and bigger than our heads).
The evening of our last day, I hope to never forget jumping waves with Tanner and a few of my nephews while I looked back to find our boys digging in the sand. A very happy moment. Thanks Oregon. Can't wait to go back.
