Dr Sabour is visiting Portland

Dr. Sabour just finished a genetics conference in Olympia so he arrived by Amtrak yesterday afternoon.

So far, if not sleeping, these two friends are talking non-stop.  They share a lifetime of memories going all the way back to their teen years.

We always enjoy Parvis's visits because he provides updates on all the medical breakthroughs that he currently studies and lectures.  He's given me some "homework" so I'm busy reading "The World of Probiotics" (understanding different strains of bacteria and symbiosis).  One of the most interesting things that I'm learning from Parvis is that a healthy, balanced, organic and sensible diet is the KEY to a long life and sound mind

Last night we enjoyed an authentic Persian meal at Pasha and tonight we're going to enjoy the purchases from this morning's shopping trip at the Farmer's Market.  He was like a little kid, checking out all the beautiful produce and we came home with fresh Oregon artichokes, farm tomatoes, corn on the cob, fresh caught Chinook salmon, fresh basil and mint, melons, berries and much more.  

Today at the market, Dave's Killer Bread had a huge truck parked at the entrance where they were giving a free loaf of their "21 Multigrain" sliced bread ($5.00 at the market)

So - tonight's menu is slow roasted baked organic chicken, Iranian saffron rice, and fresh artichokes.  Now I'm thinking that fresh sliced heirloom tomatoes with fresh basil, Katz olive oil and vinegar may also be on the table.  (Lori provides me with these wonderful products and she brings a supply every time she visits).

Well, the boys are still talking so it's time for me to settle down with my latest book.