The DMV: So, in order to get an Oregon license, you are required to take a written test at the DMV. Cate and I found ourselves studying for a driver's test for the first time in years. The DMV trip took about 90 minutes including wait time, maybe the most efficient DMV I've seen. After passing with identical scores and getting our swanky paper temp license, cate and I are officially Oregonians.
Some rules of the road:
To avoid collisions: Turn Quickly and Break quickly
If you see a blind person crossing the road, pull up to the intersection so they can hear your engine
In Oregon, you must submit to a blood, breath or urine test if suspected of drunk driving
When entering a curve, reduce speed; when exiting a curve, speed up
Some seem obvious, just understand that it has been a while for us.
The Farmer's market: You can buy beer... cheaply... and very delicious. That's all, just thought that was awesome
Powell's Books: This place is huge. Tons of rooms of all kinds of books (new, used, many editions). We found a childhood favorite of mine.
I had heard about the beer at the farmers markets... Not as big of a thing in the Seattle markets that we frequented, but a pretty great idea! Love that you found that book! Glad you passed your drivers tests, would have been embarrassing to blog about failing them :) if you ever move back to TX, you will not understand how DPS can be run so poorly! Unless you move to NY first.
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