FIVE DAYS IN PORTLAND

On Wednesday Ron, Rick, May, Lisa, Nico and I drove north to Portland. We had dinner at Cha Ba Thai with Ron and Amy. Lisa said Thai is impossible to get in Italy.

On Thursday Amy, Lisa and I went out to Starbuck's, did some errands and had lunch at Cha Cha Cha's. Cha Cha Cha's serves some of Lisa's favorite Mexican food. In the evening we made hamburgers at Ron and Amy's so Lisa could have a good old American meal before returning to Italy. Eating is all for Lisa these last days at home.

Friday morning we took Lisa to the airport at 4:00am. All went well and she was back in her Trestevere apartment in less than 24 hours this time.

Saturday Ron and I looked at houses in Washington area. After that Ron and I accompanied the Ronnie and Amy to purchase their two carseats four bases and a great tram/stroller set up. Ronnie and Rick attended the Blazer game on Saturday night. May and I stayed at the house and watched movies and played with Nico.

Sunday Ron, Ronnie and I found this amazing house in Happy Valley. The views are to die for. Ron and Ronnie believe the house is an outstanding deal. Also on Sunday evening we insisted that Rick and May go out to dinner. It was our last night in Portland and we wanted them to have some quality time for just the two of them.

One major note of concern is that Amy has pneumonia and is resting at home on medication. Hopefully the antibiotics will help her. We came home Monday morning and plan to go south Thursday if Amy continues to heal. Otherwise a change of plans may be necessary. I feel so badly for Ron and Amy. It seems it is just one thing after another to deal with. Those poor precious people.

P.S. Don't miss the adorable brown furry boots that Dustin and Kelly bought Nico. They look great with his green and brown striped shirt. Thanks, you two.