Category Archives: Northwest

Danford Balch: Northwest Portland Country Boy

Posted on August 16, 2011 by Catriona

A short historical essay about Danford Balch that was originally posted on www.bluesweatshirt.com (my personal website), but seems like it belongs here. Neighbors, particularly children, still discuss the story of Danford Balch. Familiar with family strife and tragedies with no obvious villains, … Continue reading →

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Steel Bridge

Posted on April 9, 2009 by Catriona

When I ride my bicycle or walk to work, I have the pleasure walking along the lower level of the Steel Bridge in Portland. When I ride the MAX, we roll along the upper deck with the cars, and a … Continue reading →

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Casba: Coffee shop at NW 2nd and Davis

Posted on May 21, 2007 by Catriona

We just moved into a beautiful new office in Oldtown Portland, and there’s a new coffee shop for us to explore. More later about our previous coffeeshops further up in Northwest Portland. Coffeeshops are important for us because we like … Continue reading →

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Gelato in the Pearl

Posted on May 10, 2007 by Catriona

Spring weather is starting to hit Portland, and after spending some time at the gym, we went for a late evening (for us) walk through the Pearl. I’ve heard many a wonderful thing about Via Delizia on NW Marshall and … Continue reading →

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