I am not a Portlander and don't pretend to be. I am a Midwesterner turned Southerner who happens to love Portland, OR. I visit Portland a couple of times a year because my son and grandson live there.
I AM a people watcher and what follows are my not-so-very-scientific-observations of Portland people.
Portland people seem to have an attitude that is PURELY PORTLAND. It is a lifestyle, but more than that- there is a "feeling" there. I can't describe it other than saying that they seem content. They are laid-back, tolerant, healthy, comfortable in their own skin, accepting of others and very happy. By being an outsider, I can watch and learn. Yes, I think the word CONTENT describes Portlanders best.
Portlanders are friendly-ish. Does that make any sense? This is not Southern Friendly such as: "Hi Y'all! Come on in and I'll make y'all some sweet potato pie!" No, Portland friendly may be a smile that seems to say "Hello, I am minding my own business, I hope you have a good day." Actually, I like that.
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