Had a yen for good ice cream so we decided to run 40 miles north of Lincoln City to Tillamook Cheese Factory. Go figure … it’s not everyone that goes to a cheese factory for some ice cream but then we were there about 6 years ago and we still remember that ice cream. Had to make the trip worth while so I had me one of those triple scoops. Hardest part was choosing the flavors. Course, I for one just adore Tillamook cheddar – especially their extra sharp. To die for.
On the way out of town we stopped off at the Latimer Quilt and Textile Center. As an avid quilter, Karen really enjoyed some of the antique quilts and weaving machines. While there, we struck up a conversation with some of the volunteers and it turns out that one of them is an author named Arlene Sachitano. She writes mystery novels with a quilting theme. Karen bought one of her books on display, ‘Quilt As Desired’, and had it personally autographed. Nothing like stitching with a thread of murder.
view photos of Tillamook Cheese Center & Latimer Quilt and Textile Center
We visited Cape Meares Lighthouse 10 miles west of Tillamook. It stands 217 feet above the ocean and the 38 foot tower is the shortest on Oregon coast. Cape Meares was illuminated in 1890.
view photos of Cape Meares Lighthouse and area
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