posted by Charles H. Russo on Jan 29
There’s so much to do in and around Lake Tahoe, that it’s hard to squeeze it all into one trip. If you can only get away for a few days, try South Lake Tahoe which is, of course, on the southern end of the lake where California and Nevada meet.
The Nevada side of the state line is home to the casinos. When I spend my money, I like to get something in return, so I’m not much of a gambler, but the casinos offer much more than a spin of the wheel, a roll of the dice and the magic of disappearing money. They also provide plenty of options for dining and entertainment that impart a vibrancy and flare to the area. Not many ski areas come with casinos and that is part of appeal of this world-class resort.
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posted by Charles H. Russo on Jan 15
As many of you know by now, after eight glorious months of traveling, volunteering and being a lazy bum, this week I returned to the working world. I am now an account director at a small PR and marketing firm in the Portland Pearl district, working on a non-profit account that I’m very excited about.
Many of you have asked if I plan to keep blogging. As when I worked before, I may blog occasionally when I travel for work, but mostly I’ll blog when I’m on vacation or sabbatical. For those of you who’ve been loyal followers, I’ll try to give you a heads up when I take a big trip.
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posted by Charles H. Russo on Dec 30
Columbia Sportswear Voltage - Great for any occasion.
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The Columbia Sportswear Voltage fleece is built to work well in the backcountry, but also in everyday life. This fleece jacket is stylish enough to wear around town, but durable enough for camp. No matter what terrain you plan on tackling, the Columbia Sportswear Voltage fleece can handle it.
With contrasting flatlock stitching, the Columbia Sportswear Voltage fleece provides subtle hints of detail while adding strength. The Columbia Sportswear Voltage fleece is made out of a nice, sweater knit, fleece to help keep the jacket attractive and warm.
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