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Photo of a cluster of large rock formations in the middle of the Pacific Ocean seen from the Cape Meares Lighthouse. One of the formations has a tunnel passing through it. Short Beach can be seen on the left.

15 Years of The France Hopper Network

A milestone year for the blog and for finally exploring Oregon.

Slow changes >>
Photo of yukizuri in the Flat Garden of the Portland Japanese Garden.

Happy Holidays 2025

A Decade In Portland

Read 2025's Letter >>
Video still from the scoring session for "Oath to Order".

Oath to Order / Calling of the Four Giants

Orchestra recording session video now steaming.

Watch the video >>
Photo of Portland Streetcar departing westbound from SW 3rd and Harrison.

Brookville: The $12 Million Mistake

While Brookville looked immensely promising in 2017, Portland was not delivered the train that was ordered in 2018.

More than teething issues >>

The Moon Has Fallen

"Concerning Clock Town" is now streaming.

Listen now >>
Photo of an exhibitor badge for Sakura-Con 2025.

So What Happened At Sakura-Con This Year?

No one ever wants a literal fire at con.

My recollection of events >>

Fair Winds & Following Seas feat. ATLYS

ZREO: Second Quest's first physical release.

Get your CD >>
Photo of a cluster of large rock formations in the middle of the Pacific Ocean seen from the Cape Meares Lighthouse. One of the formations has a tunnel passing through it. Short Beach can be seen on the left.

A milestone year for the blog and for finally exploring Oregon.

Life in Portland Special Thoughts

15 Years of The France Hopper Network

  • anniversary
  • annual update
by Stephen Weber
Published May 10, 2026
Photo of yukizuri in the Flat Garden of the Portland Japanese Garden.

After a record amount of December rainfall, I’m dreaming of a dry Christmas.

Life in Portland Special

Happy Holidays 2025: A Decade In Portland

  • Christmas
  • Happy Holidays
  • holiday
  • letter
  • Portland
  • Year in Review
by Stephen Weber
Published December 25, 2025
Photo of Portland Streetcar departing westbound from SW 3rd and Harrison.

While Brookville looked immensely promising in 2017, Portland was not delivered the train that was ordered in 2018.

Life in Portland Thoughts

Brookville: The $12 Million Mistake

  • Brookville Equipment Company
  • light rail
  • Portland
  • Portland Streetcar
  • public transport
by Stephen Weber
Published June 9, 2025

Taken on Jul 10, 2026 @ 16:39.

Picture Post

Picture Post: South Waterfront finally got the city’s new, more …

by Stephen Weber
Published July 10, 2026

Taken on Jul 09, 2026 @ 16:24.

Picture Post

Picture Post: The briefcase is finally back! Actually though, it’s …

by Stephen Weber
Published July 9, 2026
Photo of an iris along the Zig-Zag Bridge at the Portland Japanese Garden.

Taken on Jul 03, 2026 @ 14:32.

Picture Post

Picture Post: Some more photos of the irises at the …

  • Portland
  • Portland Japanese Garden
  • Washington Park
by Stephen Weber
Published July 3, 2026
Photo of an iris at the Portland Japanese Garden.

Taken on Jul 03, 2026 @ 14:28.

Picture Post

Picture Post: If you haven’t seen the irises at the …

  • Portland
  • Portland Japanese Garden
  • Washington Park
by Stephen Weber
Published July 3, 2026
Photo of a small wisteria bloom in the wisteria arbor at the Portland Japanese Garden.

Taken on Jul 03, 2026 @ 14:17.

Picture Post

Picture Post: There’s a tiny bit of wisteria back at …

  • Portland
  • Portland Japanese Garden
  • Washington Park
by Stephen Weber
Published July 3, 2026
Photo of a Satsuki Azalea 'Yamato' bonsai at the Portland Japanese Garden.

Taken on Jul 03, 2026 @ 14:02.

Picture Post

Picture Post: It’s been a bit since I made it …

  • Portland
  • Portland Japanese Garden
  • Washington Park
by Stephen Weber
Published July 3, 2026
Photo of the bongos Banjo and Bentley in their habitat at the Oregon Zoo.

Taken on Jul 03, 2026 @ 12:37.

Picture Post

Picture Post: Banjo and Bentley are enjoying munching on the …

  • Oregon Zoo
  • Portland
  • Washington Park
by Stephen Weber
Published July 3, 2026
Photo of one of the female lions at the Oregon Zoo laying in their den.

Taken on Jul 03, 2026 @ 12:36.

Picture Post

Picture Post: I think the lions are a little happy …

  • Oregon Zoo
  • Portland
  • Washington Park
by Stephen Weber
Published July 3, 2026
Photo of Kallik the polar bear sitting on a hill in his habitat at the Oregon Zoo with front paws hanging off the edge of the hill.

Taken on Jul 03, 2026 @ 11:43.

Picture Post

Picture Post: Kallik sure switches between Blob and Ball Mode …

  • Oregon Zoo
  • Portland
  • Washington Park
by Stephen Weber
Published July 3, 2026
Photo of a "Reporting Problems in Portland" sticker on the Portland Streetcar shelter at SW 11th & Alder.

Taken on Jun 28, 2026 @ 14:27.

Picture Post

Picture Post: Need help on or around Portland Streetcar? Keep …

  • downtown
  • Portland
  • Portland Streetcar
  • public transport
by Stephen Weber
Published June 28, 2026
Photo of a bag of Wild Flower coffee beans from Stumptown Coffee awaiting loading into an espresso machine.

Taken on Jun 28, 2026 @ 09:04.

Picture Post

Picture Post: Now cupping: Wild Flower, a seasonal blend from …

  • Portland
  • South Waterfront
  • Stumptown Coffee
by Stephen Weber
Published June 28, 2026
Photo of the Red Panda habitat at the Oregon Zoo. Liu, the new male Red Panda, is climbing inside a tree in the middle of the photo. A small patch of orange can be seen in the middle of the tree, which is Liu's head.

Taken on Jun 26, 2026 @ 12:13.

Picture Post

Picture Post: That’s not a tree turning colors, that’s Liu …

  • Oregon Zoo
  • Portland
  • Washington Park
by Stephen Weber
Published June 26, 2026
Photo of Harper, the female gibbon at the Oregon Zoo, hanging on to a fence in their habitat while sitting on the ground.

Taken on Jun 26, 2026 @ 11:18.

Picture Post

Picture Post: Harper says it’s a good day to hang …

  • Oregon Zoo
  • Portland
  • Washington Park
by Stephen Weber
Published June 26, 2026
Close-up of Kallik the polar bear walking by glass in his habitat at the Oregon Zoo.

Taken on Jun 26, 2026 @ 10:58.

Picture Post

Picture Post: Kallik decided to wake up and come say …

  • Oregon Zoo
  • Portland
  • Washington Park
by Stephen Weber
Published June 26, 2026
Photo of a bowl of blueberries and sliced strawberries.

Taken on Jun 25, 2026 @ 07:59.

Picture Post

Picture Post: Gotta love when it’s that time of year …

  • Portland
  • South Waterfront
by Stephen Weber
Published June 25, 2026
Photo of the inside of a freezer showing four tubs of Whole Foods brand ice cream.

Taken on Jun 24, 2026 @ 16:34.

Picture Post

Picture Post: Who needs Prime Days when it’s the ad …

  • Portland
  • South Waterfront
  • Whole Foods Market
by Stephen Weber
Published June 24, 2026
Photo of a glass of espresso tonic on a coaster on a desk.

Taken on Jun 23, 2026 @ 08:38.

Picture Post

Picture Post: Espresso tonic weather is back. Sure would be …

  • Portland
  • South Waterfront
by Stephen Weber
Published June 23, 2026
Photo of a block of Brie de Paris cheese with a 50% off markdown sticker from Whole Foods.

Taken on Jun 21, 2026 @ 17:59.

Picture Post

Picture Post: Never seen cheese on Sell By Today markdown …

  • Portland
  • South Waterfront
  • Whole Foods Market
by Stephen Weber
Published June 21, 2026
Photo of a turntable playing "Fair Winds & Following Seas feat. ATLYS" by ZREO: Second Quest.

Taken on Jun 16, 2026 @ 12:00.

Picture Post

Picture Post: Had to test if I hooked the turntable …

  • ATLYS
  • Portland
  • South Waterfront
  • vinyl
  • ZREO: Second Quest
by Stephen Weber
Published June 16, 2026
Photo of a Sony STR-AN1000 amplifier.

Taken on Jun 15, 2026 @ 17:57.

Picture Post

Picture Post: You shouldn’t buy electronics brand-new.

  • Portland
  • Sony
  • South Waterfront
by Stephen Weber
Published June 15, 2026
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