On Friday afternoon, I am surprised to see my wife holding flowers outside of my office. She says, "Get your things - we're leaving for the weekend." I grab my bag enthusiastically, unsure of where we are headed. We pick up a coffee and Lindsay shares that we are off to the McKenzie River - a 90 mile tributary of the Willamette River in the Western Cascades - for the weekend to celebrate my 30th birthday. I can think of no better way to celebrate than spending a weekend in the woods hiking and evenings in a cozy cabin by the river eating delicious food with the best company.