My Wonderful Portland Trip

I had wonderful time in Portland. Also, I could learn the history of Portland, such as the Oregon Trail, Columbia river, Dr. John McLoughlin, Lewis and Clark. It was the great experience to learn these histories, so I had interested in these histories by this trip. I have especially favorite places.

My Partner, Lachlan Corriell

First, it was very excited to visit Columbia Basin College. In last semester, I have already met some students of the College, so I was really looking forward to meeting them. I could meet them. They have remembered me, so I was very glad. By the way, my partner was a person who met for the first time. He is twenty eight years old and gentleman. He gave me a bookmark with his name. It became my favorite thing, so I always use it when I read a book. He has studied Japanese for just two years. Nevertheless, he can speak Japanese fluently, so I was surprised. Also, he likes Japanese anime, so we really enjoyed talking. I think most people who learn Japanese like anime. It’s kind of interesting for me. I had very exciting time with him.

Second, Powell’s bookstore was like a dream for me. I really like books, so I was happy. I was surprised by such a huge bookstore because I have never been a bookstore like that. However, it was not enough time to look around many books. Honestly, I wanted more time to spend in there. I bought a book of “Pride and Prejudice” because Terry recommended me the book. After that, I knew it is very famous as a British novel and became a movie, so I am looking forward to reading it. I really enjoyed looking many books in there that’s why the time passed quickly. I want to visit there again.

A Magnificence Falls

Finally, Multnomah Falls was full impact. I have never seen the falls, so I was impressed by the beauty. The falls was running from high place, so I couldn’t climb to the top of a mountain. I got lots of water by fall, so I froliced like a child. I really enjoyed climbing the mountain. Fortunately, the weather was not a heavy rain but a light rain, so I saw a beautiful rainbow. Also, there is a huge river in front of the Multnomah Falls, so I could see the river during climbing. Its beauty made me forget the tiredness. If I go to there again, I want to climb to the top of the mountain and then I want to see the scenery.

To sum up, I had many wonderful experiences in this trip. Also, I bought many souvenirs for my family and friends because there is no tax. I am so happy I could have such a great trip. I want to go to Portland in the future.

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