From the moment our old friend Rick stepped out of his truck, the years simply melted away. And since Rick’s wife, Candy, was out of town until Saturday, it was just the three of us who piled into his big truck and headed to downtown McMinnville together. And the stories and laughter began.
Having been a tour guide for many years, I thoroughly enjoyed being the tourist and not the guide that night, and as I listened to the guys share stories and memories I knew we were in for a wonderful evening.
Our first stop set the magical tone for the night…and for our entire visit to McMinnville…
Rick took us downtown to the rooftop bar at the Hotel Oregon, called…
And as we stepped out of the elevator and onto the deck…this view unfolded before us.
So while the guys talked…I simply sat in that Pacific Northwest paradise and watched as Mother Nature orchestrated a sunset to remember forever.
I really felt as if I had been magically transported to Italy. It was spectacular. And so was just being alive…and in the moment…
Watching and listening to two old friends who were suddenly young again.
Magical…
Wonderful story. Fantastic pictures of breath taking views !
May Rick rest in peace. My condolences to family and friends.
Thank you Kay!
XOXO
Meemaw