By 10 we were pushing our bikes towards the Friendly Bicycle Guest House looking for a bike repair shop along the way. We found the Metropolis Cycle bike shop that gave Norm a whole new rear tire -- the repair guy couldn't find the sharp little bit that must have caused the flat, so a whole new tire seemed best. Now we could pedal again! Only about ten more blocks to our accommodation. Norm forgot to mention to me that we share a bathroom and oh by the way, twin beds. Hey, looks fine and at least we aren't camping. 
Now it is time to explore downtown Portland. We bought a seven day transit pass for seniors at only $7 and I decided that in Portland I am actually a year older than I realized.
The art work around the city is really good. Here is a bench at the streetcar stop.
We walked, took the streetcar, and walked lots more. Pioneer Square had a hip hop graffiti demonstration happening, pass. The Icebreaker store was a hit. I finally spent some money on merino wool items, socks, t-shirt and underwear. Now who knew you could wear wool undergarments and not complain!
The highlight of the afternoon was Powell Books. I promised Yellow Bunny one new Portland landmark each day. Today it was Powell's. She was quite excited. So were we. There is so much to see there and it is difficult to just buy a couple of books. Note the shopping bag full! (Not quite)
There is always room for books on bikes. And to celebrate we went to Deschutes brew pub in the Pearl district for drinks and appetizers. We arrived just in time for happy hour and ordered Kennebec fries and duck prosciutto salad wrap with a hazelnut sauce. So good!
Tomorrow, another famous Portland landmark........
looks like a busy day..I love Portland
ReplyDeleteHey, I recognize that room with the single beds! Kathleen and I shared it over Easter weekend :)
ReplyDeleteSounds like you're having fun in Portland...