Wednesday, June 1, 2011

The Location: Lithia Springs Resort


Deep withing the grounds of the resort are bubbling pools of soft mineral water.  Piped into a two person whirlpool (or one person) in the privacy of your cottage, relax and sooth your aching body in the natural spring water.  The Indians discovered this hot spring long before the Europeans and used it as a common ground where all members of the various tribes can enjoy.  So leave your disputes at home and come relax at the most relaxing resort I have ever been!



We spent two nights in the Irish Cottage suites and what relaxing nights they were!  No TV, just a stereo.  Well, we decided we couldn't live without a tele so I took out my handy laptop and thank goodness for the Netflix subscription!  So it was a relaxing weekend of hot spring water and Law & Order marathon.

Everything about Lithia Springs Resort was great.  You probably think that its a quaint little town thing but this resort is not like any other!  It is very, very clean! The rooms are well stocked with towels and the amenities you'll need to relax.  You get complementary wine, breakfast and afternoon tea.  It was so wonderful that I must say I will be back when the next season of the Shakespearean festival in 2012 commences.




Besides the relaxing accommodations, the beautiful 4 acres of gardens and koi ponds will sure keep you busy looking and picture taking.  We were a bit early for the summer flowers but there were plentiful of Irises and wisterias.  The ground was so well kept I hardly wanted to walk around it.



Tuesday, May 31, 2011

The Mix: The Arrival at Departure



Something created by a bartender at The Departure on top of The Nines Boutique hotel in Portland...


The Arrival.
It is a mix of Veuve Clicquot, some sort of liquor that I can't recall and ginger sugar cube.  The result: pure sweet indulgence!  Good thing we were leaving because I was going to order like two more glasses of flutes!

The Looks: Departure


An evening out in Portland doesn't mean jeans and Birkenstock anymore.  Believe it or not Portland has become quite a trend setting spot for fashionistas.  From green friendly apparel to fashion forward yuppies, there are cool styles that can be seen all over Portland.  And the best part is? The people of Stumptown are so friendly!



Didn't quite know what to make of this dress when looking at ASOS online.  It is different from most dresses and if pulled off wrong we could all end up looking preggo.  But still took a chance on it.  And glad I did!  For about $44, this versatile empire seamed shift dress will be a great piece for this season and as we head into FW/2011.  Paired it with the urban turban here (check out my post about it so you can get some ideas on how to create your own urban turban) with a POP! of the patent electric blue Cambridge Satchel.  All set and ready to go!

Coral turban from ASOS, $14

ASOS Empire seamed shift dress in Oil Yellow, $49