Dear Liza,
Yesterday was my birthday, and my lovely people turned it into a two day celebration. Saturday was predicted to be the warmest, sunniest day of the year so far, so we went out and about. We drove about 20 minutes east to McMenamin’s Edgefield resort to enjoy their St. Patrick’s Day celebration.
It was so warm, I didn’t even wear a coat!!
Like most of the McMenamin’s properties, Edgefield has a history. Back in the early part of the last century, it was the Multnomah County Poor Farm, where folks with no resources would go to have food and a roof over their heads. After it closed, it was empty and vandalized for many years, until the McMenamin brothers found it and brought it back to life.
I love all the McMenamin’s places, but Edgefield is the largest and most creative. We started in the Black Rabbit Room, with murals, smiles and good food. In keeping with my healthier diet, I had a tofu tikka masala instead of a hamburger. I did enjoy a fine birthday stout, however. I’m only human.
Wandering around in the early spring sunshine, we enjoyed people watching and the art-y , country-ish nature of the place.
There was traditional Irish music on the lawns and corn-hole players. Barns, bars, and happy people were everywhere.
Outside the Distillery, we watched well-equipped golfers practice tipsy putting and joyful little girls following a St. Patrick’s Day pony.
And of course, Harold came along. We have really missed having our stuffed friend on our adventures. He always makes things more fun.
I think I’m going to like being 67. I have lots of adventures planned!
Love,
Grandma Judy
Dear Liza 