20 February 2014

Recent Journeys: Of Pixies + More

I LOVE it when my kids come for a visit; it's always SO very good to see them
and I treasure every moment they're here!
Each of my kids, like my grandkids, is a very unique person so each visit is different;
still I can count on doing some things with each child that I also enjoy...
 
For example, our most recent visitor, I knew,
would want to visit Portland where he used to live.
I knew there would also be plenty of meals eaten out, 
because this son is a chef
 and because we both love gourmet and international food
 (which the DH doesn't really care for)...
 and I was pretty sure we'd be going to the beach at least once--
because when former Oregonians return home for a visit, that is what they do...
well at least that is what 2 of my 3 do!
 
Add in the Small (active, never boring) One
 and I knew we'd have plenty of fun at the beach...
and that we definitely did!
First up on our itinerary,
 a trip down Memory Lane...
 
 
For those who have been visiting for awhile, you've already met my mom's pixies and elves that I recently received. And, you also know that I used to spend major time at a magical, yummy place on the coast called Pixie Kitchen. And, you may even have gathered that I was totally bummed out when this big part of my childhood memories closed down for good in the 80's.
But as I researched for that recent post
and as fellow blogger Sallie kindly pointed out to me in the comments.
part of Pixie Kitchen DOES live on in a VERY special place not too far
from the site of the former restaurant.
 
With all the time I spend on the Oregon coast,
I was shocked I hadn't found this wonderful place before:)
 
 
First off I want to tell those of you with kids, grandkids, nieces, nephews,
small friends or who are just kids at heart about the SPECIAL room they have there.
It is called the Mildred + Marie Children's Corner and honestly it was AMAZING!
Where else can one find:
marionettes and a wonderful assortment of puppets to enjoy,
a kid sized HARP to play,
dress up clothes and hats to wear,
coloring pages,
a place to play cowboy
(or cowgirl--as in our case)
and a lot, lot more!
Needless to say, we will be back for more fun!
(it's nice to have another rainy day activity at the coast).
 

 
Being a museum
(North Lincoln County Museum)
the history lover will find a lot of interesting artifacts here also--
like these Japanese glass fishing floats and many things from the past and
not so distant past of this area.
 
FYI...
during Antique Week
 you have a chance of finding your very
own vintage float on the beaches of Lincoln City...
this year hundreds of them were hidden.
Don't tell anyone, but someday I am hoping to find one:)
 
 
In addition to the great regular museum exhibits
and the awesome kid's room,
there are special exhibits---
vintage Valentine's Day cards
(someday I will post photos of the ones from my childhood that mom kept for me.
Their collection was beyond wonderful!),
dolls
(not sure if this was a regular exhibit or a special one, but I AM sure I LOVED it)
and
historical quilts
(you know I LOVED those).
The one above is a hand pieced, appliqued quilt from the 1830-1860s time period. It is a Democrat Rose variation quilt and made from cotton.
LOVED IT!
 
Well I have about a hundred photos of the museum  but when I asked for permission to take and post them I said I was just going to post just a few.
Here is their website should you want a rainy (or sunny) day activity.
I definitely recommend them
AND
it's free right now:)
 
 
Now back to where we started---
the Pixies and Pixie Kitchen.
My kids didn't have a chance to grow up with the magic that was Pixie Kitchen,
 like I did,
and obviously my grandkids won't have that opportunity too.
So it was a BIG blessing to at least show them a bit of what made PK so very special.
Not too far from the kid's room you can find some Pixie Kitchen memorabilia...
pixies (of course!),
a backdrop,
an actual table from the restaurant,
a menu and much more.
It was glorious to see my pixie 'buddies' again,
to see my son and granddaughter standing in front of the carnival mirror that I once
(ok more then once) stood in front of...
and it was wonderful to walk down memory lane again:)
 
And then it was time to make some new memories at my favorite beach in this area, 
 
 
 
and a great restaurant...
 
 
And then head home for pizza:)
 
Blessings,
Aimee
 
Notes:
A BIG thank you to the staff of North Lincoln County Museum for granting me permission to take and post photos of their wonderful museum!
Please excuse any typos and/or grammatical errors.
I am being distracted by some ear problems that decided to 'visit' last night...and now blogger is acting up.
Sigh. I hate it when my ears are this congested and
I hate it when blogger does strange things.

 

9 comments:

Unknown said...

That place looks amazing!!! It would be great if more places had such incredible things for children to play with. Sounds like you had a great time.
Sorry to hear about your ears. I hope you get better soon xxx

Willow said...

What a great outing Aimee.
Do take care of yourself , ear things can be so unpredictable ( so can blogger lol).
Take care ,
Willow

Lorrie said...

What a delightful place to visit - I love places that cater to children. And then the beach. Oh, the beach. So wild and lovely.
Hope your ear troubles have settled down.

Betsy said...

Hi Aimee! It looks as though you're having lots of fun with your visitors. When hubby and I were in Lincoln City for a week a couple of years ago, the museum there had a display of quilts. I had such fun examining each one although I think hubby was a bit bored. :-). Thank you for taking us along with you and I hope your ears are doing better by now.
Blessings,
Betsy

Teresa Kasner said...

Hi Aimee, you always find the most fun things to see! You are a very adventurous person.. and that's coming from a fellow adventurer! Enjoy your family, ((hugs)), Teresa :-)

Linda W. said...

How wonderful your son and his family came to visit. Looks like you had a great trip to the coast!

aimee said...

@Emma~
It truly was--especially for kids and those who are still children at heart!
Thanks for your get well wishes:)
Blessings,
Aimee

@Willow~
Thanks--definitely a fun outing! Ah yes...congested ears and weird experiences on blogger. Two challenges:)
Blessings,
Aimee

@Lorrie~
I think we both feel the same about the beach--your description is perfect! And, yes, I think it's great when places include kids in their planning:)
A friend picked up some medicine for my ear today. Hoping it helps and I don't have to see a doctor.
Blessings,
Aimee

@Betsy~
Yep--lots of fun! I wonder if the quilts I saw were the same ones you did during your visit. There were quite a few of them; all vintage and beautiful!
You're welcome...thanks for the get well wishes!
Blessings,
Aimee

@Teresa~
Thanks! I do enjoy new adventures (as do you) and the Internet has made them easier to find! Alas, the Small One has returned home and so has Chef Son. Sigh....but it was fun while it lasted:) I know you understand.
Blessings,
Aimee

@Linda~
I agree! Actually it was my oldest son who lives out of state and his niece who lives here in Oregon. She was crazy about her uncle:) Sorry I wasn't very clear-I think I'll blame it on my ears. LOL
Definitely a great time was had by all! Hope you are having an equally wonderful time on those beautiful snowy slopes!
Blessings,
Aimee

My Dog Sam - Ruptured Disk said...

Hi Aimee, that was fun. We like going on little trips with you.

aimee said...

@Sam~
Thanks Sam! I am happy you enjoyed it. I bet you would love the beach:)
Blessings,
Aimee

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