Jethro's World

Luis' Taqueria

If you are a fan of really good authentic Mexican food, and you live in (or are planning to visit) Oregon; then you need to go to Luis' Taqueria in downtown Woodburn. I also recommend a stroll through the downtown area to check out the various shops, bakeries, and import stores. It really is a cultural experience...

A sampling of Luis' dishes... photo from this review at Chowhound.

Luis' Taqueria is probably my all-time favorite restaurant. The staff is friendly and the place is kept neat and tidy... and the food is absolutely wonderful. I suggest getting anything that comes with their homemade corn tortillas - simply the best tortillas I have ever had. I usually get a 'Combination Plate' that comes with beans, rice, tortillas, and your choice of meat (or you can mix - I usually go for Carne Asada and/or Pollo). Of course, it should all be topped with shredded cabbage, cilantro, hot sauce, and chiles... Yum! A tall glass of horchata is the perfect drink to compliment your meal. A spicy Mexican lollipop from Luis' (or from one of the import stores) is all the dessert you will need... trust me. :-)

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Ouch

I went and played basketball at church last night... for the first time in about three years... ouch.

I stretched out before we started, but midway through the first game my right leg started screaming, "What do you think you're doing?". A little more stretching and I was able to go again. The team I was on ended up winning all four games, despite being vertically challenged.

When I got home, I set the ball down by the door. Noah immediately ran over and asked, "That is your baxketball?". I replied, "Yep, that's my basketball."; and he ran over and picked it up... and proceeded to play with it until bedtime. When I went in to kiss him good night, the basketball was in his bed with him. :-)

I'll be back next week for more punishment...