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The Wulfe's and the Larsons, Part II or My Birthday in Portland

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August 29th 2009
We had plans to spend a couple of days in the Okanagan Valley, but due to the recent fires in the area, the smoke was too thick. We pushed on and arrived in Portland a day early. Patrick joined us there, so we had everyone there in time for my Birthday. What a great day! Dana and I canned peaches and Pears in the morning. We spent the afternoon wine tasting. Oregon is known for it's Pinot No ... read more

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Britain's American colonies broke with the mother country in 1776 and were recognized as the new nation of the United States of America following the Treaty of Paris in 1783. During the 19th and 20th centuries, 37 new states were added to the origina... ... read more