J463: Writing About Places

A Blog By Adam Vaughan

J463: Writing About Places

Archives for February, 2014

Jail Assignment

It wasn’t until the first door closed behind me that the feeling of claustrophobia began to slowly creep over me. As the echo of that metal slab reverberated through the concrete hall, I knew turning back was no longer an option. The only direction now was forward, through the confined labyrinth that is the Lane […]

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Eugene’s Fifth Street Market

Among Eugene’s subtle skyline is a beige tower with a glowing red number 5. Shining bright like a beacon, it beckons those who pass by to enjoy the global flavors of the Fifth Street Market. Maybe the giant 5 should stand for the number of continents that are represented by the restaurants and shops inside […]

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The Oregon Horse Center

Dear Mom, Today we drove out to the Oregon Horse Center as a class to tour the facilities and get up close to dozens of horses. The place is on the outskirts of Eugene but it hardly feels like the same city at all. Instead, the Oregon Horse Center feels like a grand rodeo grounds […]

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