Tasha Hill & Leslie Schafer

Tasha & Leslie

June 29, 2008

Tasha Hill & Leslie Schafer

Tasha & Leslie

June 29, 2008

Our relationship started with a cliche,
Who knew what would happen when we met that day?

"The Love Boat" seemed so silly, so trite,
But I knew I loved her by the end of the night.

Was it the water, the glaciers, the stars?
In moments we went from "yours" and "mine," to "ours."

It only took us a year to propose,
A big screen, a text message, a chocolate and rose.

We gave stuff away to make room for our love,
Then a shower of blessings rained down from above.

We moved in together, a condo for two,
Well, four cuz there's Piper and Bubba LuLu.

Since we already have more than enough,
It made registering for our wedding, well, kind of tough.

We feel lucky to have such a wonderful home,
And honestly, truly, we both love to roam.

So resting by the ocean is what we will do,
Watching sail boats, sea lions, and orcas, too.

We'll go to Portland, Seattle and such,
Enjoying the people and activities so much.

Should you decide you love us enough,
Please, we beg you, don't give us more stuff.

We've registered for our honeymoon so you can be a part,
Of a fabulous trip we will cherish in our heart!

We hope you forgive us for this corny rhyme,
Come to our wedding and have a GREAT time!

Thank you for all your love and support.
Aren't you grateful we stopped this rhyme short?

We're going to Road trip through the scenic Pacific Northwest!

Flying into Portland, we spend one Romantic night in the big city and one Fabulous night in a hotel on a pier in the Columbia River before driving South along the beautiful Oregon Coast. Most of the coast there is public land, so it's unspoiled by flashy tourist hotels. Just sea-stacks, sand, and ocean.

Along the way we'll see the sea lion caves, go sailing, eat fresh seafood, hit the state park hiking trails, and stay in quaint little B & B's.

Then back to Portland for a few days, so we can get a sense of the city: Leslie hasn't spent much time in Portland, and Tasha's always wanted to go back. We'll visit the farmer's market for fresh food, drink tasty coffee, hit a couple of breweries, and check out the scene.

Onward to the Emerald Jewel of the northwest, Seattle. Loads of culture and fun to be had while staying in the heart of the city in a cute little B & B. Seattle is another great city, so we'll check out the nightlife as well as the museums, theater, and touristy attractions. And more tasty coffee, of course, in the city where the craze began.

Then we're off for home! The pets will miss us while we're gone, but we'll have the memories and the photos for a lifetime! And of course we'll be posting our Honeymoon photos on the web for you to see.

Thank you all for your love and support!


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1st WEEK - We'll have the wind in our hair, the sun on our faces as we tour one of the most beautiful places on earth in a sweet little gas efficient car. The core of any Road Trip. A must have. Wahoo!
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2nd WEEK - We'll have the wind in our hair, the sun on our faces as we tour one of the most beautiful places on earth in a sweet little gas efficient car. The core of any Road Trip. A must have. Wahoo!
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ALL WEEK - Help us buy food and snacks for our road trip at Whole Paycheck...errr....Whole Foods. We'll be cooking especially at that eco-cabin south of Yachats.
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ALL WEEK - Hiking along the Oregon Coast. Park entrance fees at various locations.
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ALL WEEK - Random, unplanned Fun Stuff. The kind that happens on the spur of the moment, when something marvelous comes into view and we pull the car over into an art gallery, souvenir stand or seaside carnival (but no spinny rides cuz Les gets sick).
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ALL WEEK - Ten songs from ITUNES to play in the car on our Road Trip. Bring on the jams! (and they take up no room in the luggage). (10 total for 100 songs).
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ALL WEEK - Zowie! Alas, the gas for our lovely car is over $4 per gallon. Help us offset our carbon emmissions - we're also donating to sustainable wind energy projects. (4 gifts total)
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Day 1 - Our very first Honeymoon Dinner our first night in Portland! There are so many nice restaurants within walking distance to our hotel, that we'll play it by ear...er, mouth. :)
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Day 1 - Our 1st Honeymoon night spent at the Portland Westin, a 4 Star Hotel to kick off our Honeymoon in style. Jacuzzi tub, heart of Downtown Portland. What could be better? Check it out at StarwoodHotels.com
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Day 1 - Two dozen red roses, champagne chilling and chocolates on our bed upon arrival at our hotel in Portland the first night.
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Day 2 - A fabulous Romantic Breakfast in Bed for Two, so we can sleep late and enjoy being married.
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Day 2 - Entrance Fee for Two for the History Museum in Astoria.
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Day 2 - Our second Honeymoon Night spent at the Cannery Pier Hotel in Astoria, on a pier jutting into the heart of the Columbia River! With giant ships passing by our windows! Check out the view at CanneryPierHotel.com
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Day 2 - Romantic Dinner at the Bridgeater Bistro on our second night in Astoria, with views of the river and ships.
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Day 2 - The OPERA! Tasha's very FIRST OPERA! (one each)
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Day 3 - A fabulous Romantic Breakfast in Bed for Two, so we can sleep late and enjoy being married.
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Day 3 - A fun Seafood Lunch for Two at a funky Diner along the Oregon Coast, including iced tea and tip. Tasha will likely have battered fish 'n' chips. Yum.
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Day 3 - One bottle of bubbly to be opened on a terrace overlooking the sea, with the wind in our hair and our feet dangling over the edge.
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Day 3 - One night in at the Clifftop on the cliffs of Oceanside, Oregon. We'll have a small room with a view of the ocean and the 3 Arches Rocks Sea Bird Sanctuary. This place practices eco-friendliness. Check it out at TheCliffTop.com/Oceanside.html
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Day 4 - A fabulous Romantic Breakfast in Bed for Two, so we can sleep late and enjoy being married.
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Day 4 - Renting mountain bikes to tour along the Oregon Coast, up and down hills, along the beach. We look good in spandex. (one for each)
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Day 4 - Romantic Picnic on the Oregon Beach, with giant sea stacks rising out of the ocean and a checkered picnic blanket.
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Day 4 to 6 - One night at the Ocean Haven, an Eco-Friendly B & B right on the cliffs overlooking the ocean near Yachats, Oregon. (3 nights total) Check it out at OceanHaven.com
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Day 5 - A fun Seafood Lunch for Two at a funky Diner along the Oregon Coast, including iced tea and tip. Fresh Clam Chowder - Yum.
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Day 5 - A magnificent 4th of July, four course seafood Dinner for Two, overlooking the ocean, sunset and fireworks!
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Day 5 - Horseback Riding along the Beach. The Surf! The Sand! The smell of the Ocean! The saddle sores! (one each)
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Day 5 - One bottle of bubbly to be opened on a terrace overlooking the sea, with the wind in our hair and our feet dangling over the edge.
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Day 5 - Sea Lion Caves and Oregon Coast Aquarium for Two, includes parking. Magnifique.
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Day 6 - 1/2 Hour Sand Dune Tour for Two in an open cage dune buggy. I hope we survive.
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Day 6 - A Sunset Sailing Cruise in a schooner off the Oregon Coast (one for each).
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Day 6 - Romantic Picnic on the Oregon Beach, with giant sea stacks rising out of the ocean and a checkered picnic blanket.
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Day 7 - A fun Seafood Lunch for Two at a funky Diner along the Oregon Coast, including iced tea and tip. What will we have this time??
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Day 7 - An evening of Pizza and Tasty Beverages for Two at this cute Club next door to the Jupiter hotel in Portland. We hear it's hip, and the new (gay) mayor made his victory speech there.
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Day 7 to 9 - One night at The Jupiter, this groovy little hipster hotel in Portland. It's too cool for us, but we're going to stay there anyhow. (3 nights total) Check it out at JupiterHotel.com
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Day 8 - A Night out for Two to see "Get Smart." Popcorn, milk duds, and soda included. Smart thinking, 99! Tasha loved the show as a kid and can't wait to see it!
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Day 8 - Two Tasty Breakfast Omelettes with Cheese, Broccoli & Red Peppers, sourdough toast, potatoes and extra coffee. Tax and Tip included. Yum!
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Day 9 - A Deep Tissue massage to work out the knots from all the crazy months of wedding and honeymoon planning (one for each).
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Day 9 - A magnificent four course seafood Dinner for Two, overlooking the ocean at sunset.
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Day 9 - An evening of fun Dancing for Two (Leslie's favorite!) at a Seattle club, including cab, cover charge and beverages.
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Day(s) 10 - Dinner for Two at Leslie's Favorite Restaurant, the Wild Ginger in Seattle (it's the only place she's ever been out in the Northwest.)
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Day(s) 10 - The Seattle Space Needle and the Museum of Flight! Tickets for Two.
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Day(s) 10 - The Spooky Seattle Underground Tour, Rogues Gallery & Doc's Lounge. Full of history and creepy facts - underneath the city. There's even a Crapper on stilts. (one each)
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Day(s) 10 to 12 - One night at the Barclay Court East, a modern B & B in Seattle. The owner blows beautiful glass art in his studio next door - we might get some. Way cool. (3 nights total) Check it out at BarclayCourtEast.com
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Day(s) 11 - Ferry rides for Two on the Washington State Ferry System to see the San Juan Islands! Gorgeous!
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Day(s) 11 - Kayaking in the San Juan Islands, looking for sea birds and whales. (one each)
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Day(s) 11 - Two Tasty Breakfast Omelettes with Cheese, Broccoli & Red Peppers, sourdough toast, potatoes and extra coffee. Tax and Tip included. Yum!
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Day(s) 11 - Whale Watching Boat tour with a Marine Biologist guide. Three glorious hours on the ocean with our planet's biggest citizens. And lots of fun ocean facts to learn! (one for each)
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Day(s) 12 - Dinner and Theatre at Teatro Zinnazani in Seattle. Acrobatic performers dangling overhead. Outstanding! (one for each)
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Day(s) 12 - The Seattle Art Museum. Loads of culture. Lots of pretty paintings. (one each)
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FLIGHTS - Up, Up and Away on Frontier Airlines! Help us get home to love the pets (they would never forgive us if we didn't come home) and we'll send you a photo of the "animal" on the tail of our plane! (one for each)
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FLIGHTS - Up, Up and Away on Frontier Airlines! We have to get to the Beach somehow, and these were the cheapest tickets we could find! Help us get to Oregon, and we'll send you a photo of the "animal" on the tail of our plane! (one for each)
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GIFT - The Tech Beast rolling bag from REI, so we can get our stuff to Oregon. And it's recycleable (we'll use it again and again and again). :)
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GIFT - We've decided to buy an antique map of Oregon when we get there, to commemorate our trip. It will match the 1896 map of the United States we have hanging in our living room.
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