TOMS (March 30th)

With every pair you purchase, TOMS will give a pair of new shoes to a child in need.

Sounds like a pretty sweet deal if you ask me, AND they are super comfy shoes.

Maine (March 29th)

My friend Matt got this for me. His parents own a souvenir company in Maine and he helps out with sales etc. in the summer. I think that's so cool that they control what souvenirs people will choose from when they travel to Maine.

And I absolutely love this beach bag.

Kiddos! (March 28th)

A few of the cutest kids on the PLANET.

I loved having them with us on the retreat. They are so FUN and adorable.

Hike overlooking the John Day River (March 27th)

Saturday, a few of us decided to be real ambitious and scale the huge mountainy hill on the property. It's safe to say that we blazed our own trail, for better or worse. We made it up and back in one piece but it was probably not the best idea to scramble around making our own trail. The view was incredible. I could barely walk the next day. I'm so glad I went.

Windmills are magical (March 26th)

We were driving out to Central Oregon on Friday on our way to the Refuge retreat and once you get out East there are windmills everywhere. I can't get enough of them. They are just so massive and magical as they spin around.

tunnel vision (March 25th)

Went photo-ing with Jordan and Will around Washington Park last week. It ended being pretty windy and chilly so we ended up in the MAX tunnel by the Zoo to take some pictures.

The top one is a bit scary but cool if you ask me.

Silverton (March 24th)

Karyn and I went adventuring around Silverton. Silverton is crazy and quirky; I love it.

This town loves their murals, a dog named Bobby, antique shops and old fashioned charm.

Karyn and I had a little knitting photo shoot that had been on the "to do" list for ages and we finally got to it! I must admit, they turned out pretty great! It does help that Karyn is a super talented knitter AND great in front of the camera.