Ode to Oregon
I have always been fascinated with 'mountains'. I have always wanted to live in the mountains or near them. They challenge me with their majestic beauty. They inspire me to do more to be more. When I see a mountain I want to climb it or ride my bike around it. That is why I chose as a young woman to move to a state that was filled with majestic mountains. In 1976 I moved to Oregon and was filled with wonder at the natural beauty of this state. I was 20 years old and still had a lot to learn about life. Oregon wrapped her arms around me and showed me the way. I have always felt like I belonged here. I am now 51 years old and have raised my children here in Oregon, finished a college degree here, found the man of my dreams here and built a life that was magical.
Life in Oregon was not always easy. Oregon can have gray stormy rain filled skies and sometimes my life here was just that - gray and stormy. Oregon never failed me and the sun always returned to my life. I have always felt lucky to live in Oregon. I have cherished my time here. As my last full week of living in what I would call paradise comes to a close - I raise a toast to her snow capped mountains, rushing rivers, moss laden forests, crystal clear lakes, and a craggy coast line. What a state!! I have ridden my bicycle on every epic ride. I have trained on countless country roads. I have ridden in the wind, rain, hail and summer sun of Oregon. I have experienced Oregon up close and personal on my bike and have been filled with joy. As I prepare to leave this place my heart is filled with love. I take Oregon with me in my heart and in my soul.
Life in Oregon was not always easy. Oregon can have gray stormy rain filled skies and sometimes my life here was just that - gray and stormy. Oregon never failed me and the sun always returned to my life. I have always felt lucky to live in Oregon. I have cherished my time here. As my last full week of living in what I would call paradise comes to a close - I raise a toast to her snow capped mountains, rushing rivers, moss laden forests, crystal clear lakes, and a craggy coast line. What a state!! I have ridden my bicycle on every epic ride. I have trained on countless country roads. I have ridden in the wind, rain, hail and summer sun of Oregon. I have experienced Oregon up close and personal on my bike and have been filled with joy. As I prepare to leave this place my heart is filled with love. I take Oregon with me in my heart and in my soul.
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