The Big Bend

The big news came at 10:30 in the morning. Tristan (boss) called me up and said, "Have you heard the big news?" I replied in the negative and he informed me that we were all moving to Bend, OR. That set the tone for the day. Now you see, the last six weeks I have been working in the greater Portland area and fell in love with it. I had a great ward, amazing friends, and got to be in the picturesque Oregon that I know and love. That all came crashing down. So the big move.

The Majestic Oregon Mountains

I spent my last day in Portland with Cathrine Martell as we hit OHSU, Moonstruck Chocolates, Best Baguettes, and a few spots downtown. It was the perfect way to end my stay in Portland. I hit the road and the drive was incredible beautiful as you can see in the picture. I eventually pulled into the local Days Inn and was tickled pink that they had free breakfast and that I would be on the bottom floor. Luxuries I haven't had all summer. Then come to find out I had the option of sleeping on the floor or with another dude... I chose the floor. After the first initial day my heart softened to the whole idea of being in Bend. It sure isn't as green but it's basically Oregon's finest playground. There is hiking, biking, boating, floating, walking, talking, swimming, running, driving, fishing, and a whole lot of drinking. Bend is the outdoor place to be and happens to be full of local beer. I love it all minus the alcohol. After doing a few jobs and getting to know the people, I'm starting to warm up to it. 

Last day in Portland

The week went well and I got the numbers that I needed. I went to "Bite of Bend" where a bunch of local food vendors come out and sell food. There is live music, hippies, and a lot of drunk people. Funny Story. I came down with three of my co-workers and they decided to go down liquor lane. Basically you pay $10 and get to drink as much booze as you want. All the local breweries offer samples of their finest liquor.  I didn't want to just sit around and wait but I really don't care for the smell or the environment that surrounds alcohol. I asked if I could enter without paying or drinking. The lady just looked at me and picked up a name tag that said, "Designated Driver" and put it around my neck. I got a kick out of it. After walking around and learning all about hard liquor I had enough and headed back to the hotel. I of course got a snapshot before leaving. I realized that I had two bikes to ride home because my co-worker was too drunk to ride his back. So I rode mine and pulled the other one next to me. It was funny. Kinda. You had to of been there. Ha. I was hoping to be stopped and asked why I had two bikes, I would of loved to explain that one.

Proud to be sober

Anyway, that was the big Bend for this week. Supposedly I'm moving down further south to Medford this week but who knows where the wind will blow me. I feel the need to settle down and plant my feet but I do like getting a grand tour of the great state of Oregon.

Oh the Life of a Technician.