Reflects

And so it was...
That the new year came about, 2009. I have now spent nearly 5 months here in Oly. I still ride the Flaming Phoenix, Trav and I are still roommates (its been over 2 years now), and well, we still love potlucks.
Potlucks are different here. They happen every week and they rarely deviate in their presentation. Its Dinner with the Dead every Thursday, and Thelma's Family Dinner every Sunday on Steamboat Island. Good people there!

Trav and I are making plans to leave for Bali. He leaves in April and I'll be leaving in June.

I miss you all, and am inspired by your posts. I realize our experience in Bend as a glorious, and unique chapter. I had a flashback the other day: It was mid-July at the G.C. It was mid-morning and a few people were cooking a dank breakfast. The sun was shining, music was playing from the living room. All the doors were open and Beegs was standing on the back patio, pondering the state of his wigwam.

Below are photos of contra-dancing and a pumpkin carving party at our house. Trav is on the school contra dance committee. Its a glorious monthly event!

I also threw in a smattering of kitchen action and the inconic Wam.

Oh! Scotty and Amy's child arrived!!! I posted some photos below. Her name is Magnolia Roberta Rowles. Blessings to the new fam!

Much love and Pura vida!