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Chris Blanchard spent 27 years serving as a Marine in such exotic locations as Lebanon, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Afghanistan, Morocco, Syria, Iraq, and Pakistan.

He has been awarded the Legion of Merit with gold star in lieu of second award; the Bronze Star Medal with Combat V and gold star in lieu of second award, and many others...

Now, he's boss of The Grotto, one of Portland's most peaceful places.

Come hear his story!