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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia 
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My daughter will graduate US Coast Guard basic training the end of Sept, and will be stationed on the coast of Oregon. I will be re-locating by the first week of October, to my favorite place! Rockaway Beach/Garibaldi, just north of Tillamook, Oregon (known for great cheeses). Garibaldi and Rockaway sunsets and rainbows...WOW, and lots of wind!! (the Spring kite festival!) We thought she would be stationed out of Seattle, (Puget Sound and the coast) but they apparently need her in Oregon, right on the coast I love so dearly.  /pip/Forum110/HTML/001919.html |
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Alison
since 2008-01-27
Posts 9318Lumpy oatmeal makes me crazy! |
Oh, Kacy girl, I am so happy for you. I love the Oregon coast. It's one of the most beautiful and exciting places in the world. xoxoxo Alison |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Alison, it's like a dream come true, though daughter Sara's first choice was Seattle, she knew they'd send her where they needed her most. So this will be her assigned area for at least 6 months, possibly longer. For me, I will gladly sink these toes into the sands of Oregon! It will be further for me to drive to the Portland area cancer clinic and doctors...but I don't mind! |
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Alison
since 2008-01-27
Posts 9318Lumpy oatmeal makes me crazy! |
... and you get to be with your daughter. Life is good. Love, A |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
You got that right! Though she will be out on the water a lot, probably on a small lifeboat rescue team sometimes in very heavy surf, rescuing tourists and fishermen from boats in trouble, hauling them back to safety. Garibaldi....wow, I lived there for 6 months in 1980! |
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Artic Wind Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 8080Realm of Supernatural |
You must be so happy! ~ lack of sleep from all the excitement? LOL You must come back to Pip after your move... This calls for a celebration.   ARCTIC WIND |
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OwlSA Member Rara Avis
since 2005-11-07
Posts 9347Durban, South Africa |
More happy smiles and prayers for your safe journey and wonderful new life there. How far is the Portland cancer clinic from there and how long will it take you to get there? Owl |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Hi everyone!  Diana, Portland is around 1.5 hours drive from Garibaldi, depending upon weather conditions. |
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Klassy Lassy Member Elite
since 2005-06-28
Posts 2187Oregon |
Hi Kacy... I'm so glad you are moving to a place that you love. I've lived on the Oregon coast for years, and I love it, too! Only I am on the southern OR coast. I have been to Garibaldi a time or too, though. You are going to be a busy woman in the next few weeks. I'll be looking for you again soon, and I might even get to meet you!  Karen |
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Ringo
since 2003-02-20
Posts 3684Saluting with misty eyes |
According to the Ramones, Rockaway Beach is in NY... I hope you don't end up in the wrong place!!! lol Have a safe move, and let us know when you get there. Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting, "WHAT A RIDE |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Karen, that would be great, to meet you! The entire coastline is a fun drive, I've done it in one day from Astoria to Coos Bay. Ringo, there is a Rockaway on the east coast as well. But MY Rockaway Beach is definitely on the Pacific coastline. Thanks for visiting. |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
I lived close enough to Oregon that I have no excuse to having not have it on my travel tours [except I didn't have travel tours back then.]  So, it, and Washington, is still a space and place I wish to visit some day! IF you are still there, will you let me visit? |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Anytime, lady Sunshine! The kite festival is in mid May, but the stunning sunsets are year round.  |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
I like cheese, and tax-free shopping!  Whoo Hooo, and monsters, and trees, and crashing waves, yada yada. You are completing the circle Kacy, back to where you belong.I may just find you down there sooner than you think.  Congrats to Sara too, what an accomplishment. |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
There isn't much happening on the coast until Spring, early summer. PORTLAND is great fun all year long,with much to do. April/May/early June are great for rainbows and sunsets, without the July-Sept tourist crowds. From Astoria to Coos Bay, there are spectaclular views of the Pacific and (dwindling)forests. The entire Olympic peninsula (WA) is well worth visiting in early-mid summer. But then, you have BC...which is just as spectacular and so much fun. I really enjoy hanging out in Victoria! Yes, I'm very proud of Sara  |
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Oklahoma Rose Senior Member
since 2008-02-28
Posts 1586Oklahoma USA |
I am so happy for you, Kacy. Because I know that is where you want to be. |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Thank you, Sue. It's where my spirit resides, so matter what the future holds? the Pacific is where I will be. |
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Robert E. Jordan Member Rara Avis
since 2008-01-25
Posts 8541Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
Yo Kacy, That's great news. Love Bobby |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
Yay! This is wonderful news, Kacy! (does happy dance) There truly is no place like Oregon. I believe every state is resplendent and appealing in its own way, but Oregon by far inspires me more than any other state. Really, I've always likened Oregon to the littler sibling who doesn't quite fit in sandwiched in-between two much taller siblings (Washington and California). Despite the fact that Portland, for instance, is even more cutting-edge than both San Francisco and Seattle in terms of eco-architecture, alternative transportation, strong land use laws and creative expression, among other things..........San Francisco and Seattle incessantly steal the show in terms of the headlines. Thus it comes to no surprise, to me anyway, why Portland was just voted the "Most Underrated City" (as well as "Cleanest City") in America by TripAdvisor! I certainly hope we finally get to meet soon! (does happy dance) XOXO, Noah Eaton "If we have no peace, it is because we have forgotten that we belong to each other" Mother Teresa |
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Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
I'm so happy for you, Kacy and a little envious as I wouldn't mind moving there myself. Last time I traveled to Oregon I took my granddaughter on a tour of the Tillamook Cheese factory and we had some of their delicious ice cream. Congatulations to Sara. Happy Hugs, Ida |
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1slick_lady Member Ascendant
since 2000-12-22
Posts 6088standing on a shadow's lace |
i am so happy for you soon i will be going on a trip to mississippi my home to apply for a job there and and with any luck will be moving home cross your fingers and pray |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Bobby, I've got your number with me in case I have a 'Philly' problem... GRIN, I will be coming to Philly from Cape May this Friday night/Sat AM. My daughter will fly to PDX, I am taking Amtrak. (I prefer 3 days on trains than three airports in one day  )Noah, Yes, it is an underrated city. I love Portland, spent many hours at Powells getting 'lost' in all those floors of books. Catch ya downtown soon. Ida, they do make yummy cheese and ice cream! I'll eat some for you Helen, good luck on that job lead, Helen! |
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latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida |
Oh Kacy! Time has come for that wonderful move. I am so happy for you. I am thinking of you. Have a good time in Philly and Washington. love, jo |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
What a magical name, RockAway Beach! My toes want to wiggle in its sand. Many blessings to yours. |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Dear Jo, sad to say we had to eliminate the DC visit, several reasons. Martie, thanks for saying hello! Rockaway Beach is a bit magical for me. |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Somehow the country felt lopsided with you on the east coast. This will make things right again! |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
Travel safely, my friend... and may your new home be a happy one! *S* |
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