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THE UNSINKABLE MARTHA HULL

December 18, 2015 by

Art from the heart by the unsinkable Martha Hull. The last days of 2015 Portland Saturday Market ends on Christmas Eve. During the waning hours it’s called “Festival of the Last Minute.” Christmas gifts, presents for yourself, or just a look at working artists? You’ll find it all. And that’s where you’ll find the unsinkable […]

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PDX BRIDGES NEW & OLD

September 8, 2015 by

The new pedestrian bridge brings new views of Portland. The view of the freeway looking south. To find it from I-5 north, take the Ross Island Bridge exit and snake around. Park your car before you make the right turn to the Ross Island ramp and you can’t miss it.           […]

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HIKING BABY BOOMER PORTLAND, pt. 3

September 15, 2014 by

Part One and Part Two. Portland bridges move people over the river. They also create fantastic venues for events. Above is Portland’s Mini Maker Faire from Sunday in OMSI’s parking lot. That’s the Marquam Bridge and I-5 overhead. A beautiful thing about Portland is its availability. I left my driveway at 1:30 and parked on […]

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EATING PORTLAND: FROM PARKING LOT TO POSH

July 9, 2014 by

The question: Which is more appealing, a food cart meal on the go, an extravagant destination dining experience, or something in between. Portland has it all. I asked several people who know enough about food to cook something worth eating. The answers are very Portland. They walk by fast food places and keep moving. Why […]

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LIFE AND DEATH IN BOOMER PORTLAND

June 2, 2013 by

Where Do You Fit In With Boomer Style Let’s face it, if you’re a baby boomer your life is over. The problem is no one told you. Younger smart alecks think you’re sticking around to keep them out of the big jobs and big money. They accuse you of bankrupting America with your anticipated retirement […]

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