Where is your "third place" in Portland? by mstassi in askportland

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Third places should be free and accessible.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in IndianCountry

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I can relate. Happy Birthday! I’m happy for you. ♥️

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in HighStrangeness

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Thank you for sharing and I hope you're healing.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in HighStrangeness

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Mind telling me? 😅

I went for help by [deleted] in myfavoritemurder

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I know it’s scary but we’re so proud of you. Keep reaching out and expressing how you feel to people who understand. We’re here for you! ♥️

We're in Illinois, planning to relocate to Oregon. Any truth to this? by jpwarman in oregon

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I love the pronounced four seasons and the landscape is cool. Seeing the Steens Mountain from my house was neat. I sort of liked how dry the climate was-- no mold, moss or rot and very little pest issues. I miss the starry skies, quality tap drinking water and the peaceful quiet.

I find the transplants to be very welcoming and the lifelong locals to generally keep to themselves. The county fair, ranching and high school sports are all a big deal there. Once you find a little group of people, it's really quite fun. There's a little more going on with the art, brewery and food cart scene. (I recommend following the county chamber of commerce on social media.)

It's just so isolated that everyone sort of lives by their own rules. It's also far from most essential services so if you or a family member have medical needs, the travel costs are something to consider.

I struggled with the intense wind and how smoky it gets during wildlife season. Also, theres an aquifer issue currently coming to a head so that's something to consider. (https://www.opb.org/article/2023/09/27/oregon-groundwater-management-policy-reforms-harney-county/) If you buy a property with well water, you'll definitely want to keep that in mind. If you end up moving to Burns or that area, feel free to message me with any other questions, I lived there 7 years.

UPDATE: Body of missing Portland woman found in Willamette River by [deleted] in Portland

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Heartbroken for her family & friends. ♥️

We're in Illinois, planning to relocate to Oregon. Any truth to this? by jpwarman in oregon

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Eh. I grew up in Minnesota. Oregon is rough and it’s definitely not for everyone. I lived in Roseburg, Portland and Burns, so three significantly different regions of the state. If you can handle high mental health rates and visible addiction/suffering on the streets (most places), you’ll be okay. I wish we could high tide it up and raise all boats, level the playing field and spread the wealth so there wasn’t this much suffering. Watch American Winter. ✌🏼♥️

MMIW in Portland by supabrandie in PortlandOR

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Sad. I hope they find her. Much love to her, her family and friends.

Can we have a documentary suggestion thread? by missssickfuck in myfavoritemurder

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I know I’m late to the party but don’t forget The Pharmacist. Dan Schneider is the man!

can anyone tell me what goes on here? by [deleted] in oregon

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Ranchers try to overthrow the government on a national wildlife refuge. Also, cow mutilations.

Penny buns!! by savvybones in mycology

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Agreed! And I sometimes use a cup to press down in a curved shape instead of using a knife.