Portland Getaway: Part 1

Last weekend Mr. Fleece & I traveled 3 hours south to Portland, Oregon. Our trip consisted of  shopping, lots of eating, & a bunch of exploring!

We hit up the Hawthorne District, an artsy part of town with tons of fun vintage shops.

It reminded me of South Congress in Austin, TX.

A PINK Christmas tree!

Portland is known for lots of yummy food spots. Without a doubt, our favorite was LARDO. We also really enjoyed Mother's for brunch & Kenny & Zuke's for lunch. 

We waited in line for the famous Voodoo Donuts. They are known for funky flavors like Maple Bacon. I had one with Captain Crunch toppings & Mr. Fleece ordered a Cookies & Cream one with Oreos. 

We also spent a bunch of time down at the Waterfront-walking, jogging, & even Saturday Marketing  (there's a famous weekly outdoors arts & craft marketplace.) 

A fun booth at the Market.

Funky donation structures for the Market. 

We did several touristy things as well!

Powell's Book Store. SO MANY ROOMS OF BOOKS.

Attended the annual Christmas tree lighting.

Walked through the International Rose Test Garden....I want to come back in spring.

Hiked to the top of Multnomah Falls.

Our first mini-vacation as a married couple : ) 

-SJW