Portland, Oregon
Created | Updated Apr 7, 2002
Portland, Oregon may well be the most beautiful city on the North American continental plate. The ethos by which its planners operate would seem to be "No, the trees are NOT in the way," resulting in a major metropolitan community that seemingly sprang up in the middle of a forest.
The unspoken city motto, however, is, "Don't let the door hit you where the good lord split you." Particularly if you are from California, you have a lot of money and a taste for real estate, or you advocate the sales tax. This is a collective attitude, though. Individually, Portland residents are very, very nice and will gladly give you directions, break a five, or let you do their crossword puzzle.
If you plan to visit, take galoshes. If you plan to live there, take money. Lots and lots of money.
The unspoken city motto, however, is, "Don't let the door hit you where the good lord split you." Particularly if you are from California, you have a lot of money and a taste for real estate, or you advocate the sales tax. This is a collective attitude, though. Individually, Portland residents are very, very nice and will gladly give you directions, break a five, or let you do their crossword puzzle.
If you plan to visit, take galoshes. If you plan to live there, take money. Lots and lots of money.
