[BruceysMom]

I grew up in the Portland area, but this is my home. Even though I live in town, I have a creek in my front yard and the best neighbors in the world. The people are friendly and the scenery is beautiful. Downtown is always pretty, but at Christmas it's magical at night. In the spring a pair of ducks hang out in the creek and they get fat since everyone feeds them. I love it here.

[OregonRancher]

The old boy network in town has been reamed. The last election tossed out three incumbents who were part of the pro development group and the three new members have changed the dynamics of the city council. Plus, the new city manager is a straight shooter, honest and ethical who is already making himself felt. With Useless leaving the new city attorney will change things even more, as he has a rep of being dead honest.

I sit and watch the salmon, the beaver, and "my" otter. This critter actually came up and slept on the deck on afternoon. Amazing place.