I thought it appropriate to start out with a Nirvana song. Thats not really true, we've been having very beautiful days. So sunny and clear with a random light rain in the middle of the day for about 5-10 mins. I've been thinking about the similarities and differences between Oregon and California.
-Lets start with bars: The drinks are cheaper in Oregon. Sorry CA, but you totally lost this round. There are way more dives in Oregon. Games in Oregon are big in the bars. Board games or card games are usually being played with the bartender and other bar attendees. There are different pinball machines at every bar, who knew they had that many and still made them for new movies. Pacman, golfing game, foosball, deer hunter and of course pool can all be found at most bars here in Oregon. Bars in California have the little video poker screens and pool tables. Not that I take part in any of those game options but its nice to have them.
-Grocery/Farmers market: Pretty much the same. I think both states are equally self sufficient, both have great produce, farming, wineries, and breweries. There are an equal amount of natural/organic grocery stores and people that like to think of themselves as "healthy".
-Food: Surprisingly the mexicans have made their way up here and opened restaurants. THANK GOD! I think I would have died if I couldn't find a good mexican place. Mexican, sushi, pho, thai bbq, corn dogs, burger joints, etc. are all in Portland and well represented just like in California.
-Clothing stores: They pretty much have everything thing here too. I just realized that there was no H&M but I'll live. There aren't any stores that I've found here and thought, Why don't they have any of these in California.
Overall, not too many differences other than the weather. There are some areas in California that still have seasons and have similar beauty outside. California will always be my first love but Oregon has been very welcoming.
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