Good Bye Portland

This is not a teary good bye as I’m not going that far. I mean really, I’m only a train ride a way. And a lovely train ride at that.
I am of course sad to be leaving this city, it’s the end of an era. I’ve been in Portland for 5 years and I have to admit, the first few years were rocky. Being more accustomed to sunshine and big city lights, Portland was a hard adjustment. It was the Hermitage that allowed me to reconcile my feelings for this rainy little town that wants to be a city. Not only was I able to open a shop on a budget, but I had the support and enthusiasm of complete strangers, eager to help in any way possible. I thank you Portland and you shall be missed. Please do visit me in Seattle, I would very much like to be reminded of the kindness that is unique to this rosey city.
Now look, you’re making me cry.