tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4039445774186145767.post6751308857458888881..comments2023-10-20T08:28:27.175-07:00Comments on Writerquake: Old Postcard Wednesday--Multnomah Falls, Columbia River Highway, OregonLydiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11135393270656573516noreply@blogger.comBlogger8125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4039445774186145767.post-76577133341023552072009-02-13T05:39:00.000-08:002009-02-13T05:39:00.000-08:00Ah, I am glad to hear that then! But you are righ...Ah, I am glad to hear that then! But you are right--there is still cause for concern.<BR/><BR/>MelindaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4039445774186145767.post-61005452689308755892009-02-12T14:43:00.000-08:002009-02-12T14:43:00.000-08:00I remember now that you used to live in Portland, ...I remember now that you used to live in Portland, and I'm glad you too advantage of the nature around it. Are you a native Oregonian? If so, ready to celebrate the state's 150th birthday on Valentine's Day?<BR/>I looked at the site you provided. The lore is so fascinating, and I love those Hawaiian words.Lydiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11135393270656573516noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4039445774186145767.post-46145809559227122372009-02-12T09:37:00.000-08:002009-02-12T09:37:00.000-08:00I've been up to the top of the falls a couple of t...I've been up to the top of the falls a couple of times. It would not even cross my mind to go to a casino. I don't understand other people, no doubt.<BR/>we have a wonderful falls a few miles from us: Akaka Falls. <BR/>http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Akaka_Falls_State_ParkAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4039445774186145767.post-48054150468958346302009-02-11T23:56:00.000-08:002009-02-11T23:56:00.000-08:00@Leslie- I should have seen the falls way before n...@Leslie- I should have seen the falls way before now. But we live with major waterfalls only a short drive from our house, so ease and loyalty have kept us going back there. <BR/>See you back at your blog. :)<BR/><BR/>@Mibsy- It sure looks like the kind of place that you describe enjoying with your husband and son. Travel tip just for *you*: if/when you visit Oregon be sure not to miss <A HREF="http://www.thegrotto.org/" REL="nofollow">The Grotto</A> in Portland.<BR/><BR/>Me? not a fan of casinos.<BR/><BR/>@Melinda- I'm happy to say that I misled you in the wording of my post! The casino that is such a huge attraction is actually not in the Columbia Gorge, but on the way to the beach at Lincoln City. However, your concerns are prescient since there continues to be a movement to establish one not too far from Multnomah Falls. It's a horrible idea that I hope fails.<BR/><BR/>@Buddha- Wow, just think of that! You got to Multnomah Falls from California before I did from a couple hours drive. Makes no sense, I tell 'ya.....Lydiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11135393270656573516noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4039445774186145767.post-27956213185672385052009-02-11T18:42:00.000-08:002009-02-11T18:42:00.000-08:00Been there with my family!I got the exactly same s...Been there with my family!<BR/>I got the exactly same shot - of course in color.<BR/>It is spectacular indeed. <BR/>You will have a great time guaranteed :)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16577023239841176697noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4039445774186145767.post-3025826005366417372009-02-11T08:29:00.000-08:002009-02-11T08:29:00.000-08:00I love that Sandburg poem, Lydia. How terrible th...I love that Sandburg poem, Lydia. <BR/><BR/>How terrible that the casino has damaged the natural beauty of Multnomah Falls. This has happened to so many wonderful places located around the Northwest (including Montana). I understand the need for casinos on some level--but cannot stand to see the pristine beauty of these places damaged. It's just such a sad situation. <BR/><BR/>Take care,<BR/><BR/>MelindaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4039445774186145767.post-46628034111859464462009-02-11T06:59:00.000-08:002009-02-11T06:59:00.000-08:00Lydia, everything about this post is beautiful...r...Lydia, everything about this post is beautiful...run now and visit those falls! Who needs casinos when you have natural wonders such as these to see? Their website is awesome, and I especially enjoyed the Sandburg poem.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4039445774186145767.post-78303544881972820742009-02-11T05:59:00.000-08:002009-02-11T05:59:00.000-08:00Lydia-I just love your name-not too common around ...Lydia-<BR/>I just love your name-not too common around here. The falls look wonderful and I do hope you got for a visit. I'm sure they are even better in person.<BR/><BR/>Thanks for visiting my blog and do come again.<BR/><BR/>Blessings,<BR/>LeslieLeslie Rubiohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09488233437457394205noreply@blogger.com