Tag Archives: travel

The “Big Sip” McMinnville, Oregon 20th Annual

Posted on March 6, 2013 by storiesbygary

  It’s that time of year when it seems there are back-to-back wine events here in Oregon. With my liver in recovery from last weekends “Greatest of the Grape” in Canyonville, Oregon, this next weekend, March 8th – 10th of … Continue reading →

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Is that a flashlight in your wet suit, or are ya happy to see me?

Posted on February 28, 2013 by storiesbygary

In the great word of travel, be it in your home area, state, country or the world, adventures are everywhere.As I sit contemplating my upcoming adventures, quite frankly my “travel bucket list”, I find myself getting excited at the new … Continue reading →

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“And the Oscar goes to”..the wine or the roast?

Posted on February 25, 2013 by storiesbygary

“And the Oscar goes to”..the wine or the roast?.

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Oh My! is that a “Deadliest Catch” Captain?

Posted on February 20, 2013 by storiesbygary

You can find many different choices of venue for wine and food events, from the formal “limited attendance” events, to events held in museums as well as in big tents or hotels. Some events are specifically paired with certain food, … Continue reading →

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To take a Danube River Wine Cruise..or Not

Posted on February 15, 2013 by storiesbygary

I have recently been giving the thought of what larger trips I will make over the next couple of years, being larger international travel takes careful planning, for your time, as well as your money. As of yesterday, the plan … Continue reading →

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WTF ! Was that Thomas Jefferson?

Posted on February 13, 2013 by storiesbygary

If your already dreaming of your next vacation, maybe this summer or spring even, maybe visiting our nations capitol comes to mind. Whether you have visited Washington DC, and or Virginia, these two destinations can easily be enjoyed with a … Continue reading →

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Cold and Professionally tapped Guinness in Old Sacramento

Posted on January 31, 2013 by storiesbygary

Yesterday afternoon was pure pleasure for me, with the sun shining, smiling visitors walking the streets, and new adventures around each corner, I was in Old Sacramento, California. Being in Northern California a couple days before attending this years ZAP … Continue reading →

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“Wait for it”..wait for it !

Posted on December 28, 2012 by storiesbygary

I have made a rather large decision to finally fill the void in my heart that was put there when my 11 yo Yellow Lab Bailey passed away earlier this year. It wasn’t an easy decision, when you consider the … Continue reading →

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For Desert ? Christmas Cookies and Peppermint Ice Creme of course !

Posted on December 26, 2012 by storiesbygary

The day after Christmas and all through the house, wrapping paper, ribbons, empty wine bottles, wine glasses and a couple really tired looking Rottweilers ! But what a success it was too, with even the Rotties getting presents, new fancy … Continue reading →

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Gives the term “Bite Me” a whole new meaning

Posted on December 20, 2012 by storiesbygary

Life as a writer I have found over the past few years to be a unique sort of animal. After the launch of my Wine Consultant e-Commerce website, http://www.awinetodiefor.com, I began writing reviews and articles for a few magazines and … Continue reading →

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