Christmas Eve Dinner

 The line cooks were so fast it was like to we were watching fast forward.  This time the pork was the most memorable part of the tasting menu.

Plenty of Pelicans

We missed our kitty

When we had the chance to hold a lion cub, I couldn't resist.

A good day

Ian said it was a good day fishing since he didn't fall in.  He came back to the hotel when his fishing rod started icing up.

Bench with a view

Another sunny afternoon in Maupin.  I'm inside reading while Ian is standing in the cold water.  

The frosty landscape on the way to Maupin

The start of Christmas boat season

Our neck of the woods is where the boats turn around.  We love the whale and fire engine boats.

First time at the Grotto's Festival of Lights

It was truly amazing.  I can't believe I've lived here 30 years and this is the first time I've gone.

Room 210

We are instructed on the wall to be spiritually calm while we look at a big dead kitty.

View of the Deschutes from the bridge

Room 210 at the Imperial Hotel

Our favorite room is the top level on the left hand side.  We had a spectacular sunny weekend.  While Ian was standing in cold water and waving his arms, I was on the balcony reading and watching the birds and the river.