House Of Koenig

Last weekend my sister got married.  She lives in Bend so we loaded up the car Saturday morning and began the 2 hour drive across the Cascades to Bend.  We took the Hwy. 126 route which took us through Sisters Oregon.  Sisters is a town I love to hate.  There always seems to be traffic that backs up along the only main street through town.  This time was no different and we spent a good 20 minutes traveling 1/4 mile.  Finally we made it through and proceeded toward Bend.  I actually enjoy the drive between Sisters and Bend which passes through the high desert with great views of the Three Sisters.  We arrived in Bend and after some misdirection arrived at our hotel, which was the Fairfield Inn by Marriott.  The kids were excited to be staying in a hotel, especially one with a pool.  We checked in and took a brief rest and then headed over to my sisters house where there was a big family dinner planned.  The dinner was incredible.  I enjoyed a plate of cheesy grits with shrimp (see below) which was absolutely delicious.

We also enjoyed some good margaritas although my 3rd was a bit strong (mainly tequila with a splash of mix).  Lots of good conversations and time spent getting to know the families better.  It was probably one of the more enjoyable evenings I have spent in quite some time.

It was getting late and the next day was the wedding so after saying out good nights we headed back to the hotel and called it a day.  Even the cat was worn out.