Traveling as Two: Salem

We were sad to leave our little condo that gave us so many happy days, but nothing on vacation seems permanent except the memories. 

The bay in our backyard was pretty full as we said our last goodbyes and packed up the car.

My sweetie promised one last look at the ocean before we headed inland. This little dock was just behind our building on the other side. We were surprised at the sand and debris from the previous day's storm.

The furthest white building shows our little deck and the condo.

Then we were off and on our way to Salem. My sweetie wanted to take a different route back to Portland so we could see new things.

We drove up into Washington to explore more of the Columbia River, although it seemed like there was always a river somewhere on the path.

We saw some weird stuff along the way!

We saw many place in Oregon where people are struggling; lots of tent living and homeless. I don't know anything about their economy, but buildings and freeways are crumbling and in need of repair. I worry for them and pray for better times soon.

We stopped by the state Capitol building in Salem. I thought our temples were the only buildings with gold statues on top!! Then it was back to Portland and another night at the same hotel where we began.

A quick morning trip through the airports and we were home. Another fantastic trip together. This is rapidly becoming my favorite pastime.