Not me. I just returned from Greenbuild, which was in Phoenix, and hopped off the plane at Portland. I’m visiting Sasha, who’s got a new blog, but who’s been sick since she arrived here. We had a lovely time last night eating lentil soup with Kyle, Adrienne and Sean, and a delicious breakfast this morning with Sean and Adrienne. But, after walking around a bit, I have determined that Oregon has gone grey.
I’m ok with that, but I kind of wish it hadn’t happened while I was gone. It seems too abrupt.
We stopped in to Bolt and Close Knit briefly, and I think we’ll see A Serious Man this afternoon. It’s the kind of day that you want to watch movies and be surrounded by soft warm things. I’ve always enjoyed getting away from the cold in December when I visit home – for me, being away from Florida is the only way I’ve learned to appreaciate it. But, missing those few critical days, I am sad to come back and find myself in winter.
Although some things at the conference were, frankly, a waste of time, I think that overall it was quite worthwhile. Despite the fact that I didn’t show my portfolio to anyone, I did get the sense that if I pursue a job with some intensity, there are jobs to be had, and also showed me again that the route I take might not be so straightforward. I am very glad to have finished my portfolio and updated my resume in time for the conference, since it frees me up for time for other projects. I’ll be working on a new skirt this week, and I’m also going to start learning a 3D modeling software.
We’re about to head out, but photos of Phoenix will be up soon!