An ode to Oregon

Yesterday, October 21st, marked my four year Oregon anniversary. In honor of my new home state, I present to you (drum roll please):

The Top Ten Reasons You Should Move Here
10. #1. Yep, that's the rank of Portland among U.S. cities for percentage of residents who commute by bicycle.
9. Portland is home to 46 micro-breweries and Oregon is home to over 300 wineries. Yay beer and wine!
8. When it snows, the city of Portland completely shuts down and you don't have to go to work!
7. It's possible to see the sunrise on the ski slopes and the sunset on the beach, all in the same day.
6. You aren't allowed to pump your own gas. No, no, this is a good thing.
5. Incredible urban boundary laws that keep the city in and allow eoungh room for the outside to still be out.
4. If you feel like protesting something, don't worry, no matter what it is, you'll find several others willing to protest with you.
3. We have the MAX, the streetcar, the bus system and even a tram.
2. Mt. Hood is always out there and offers you an open invitation to her summit.
And the #1 reason:
We live here. You should too.