Hiya! My name is Taurean. I lived in Portland for 7 years and went to Reed for my BA and then PSU for my MA in French lit, so I think now I tell people that that's where I'm from since it's where I became an adult. It's great to see another Portlander on here, although I warn you that the difference between what you're used to in Portland and your life in London is going to be incredible. Also, a word to the wise: if you guys are at all into the Portland coffee scene (and I guess you may be, given your industry and that, if you work for who I think you work for, your office is right across the street from Barista in the Pearl), you should either bring a supply of beans with you or set up a supplier over there, because most coffee in the UK isn't anywhere near as good as Portland and, if you can find it, it will be ridiculously expensive.
If you guys ever want to wax nostalgic about how great Portland is once you're in London, let me know. I'll be in Brighton, but I'll likely be working in London and, even if I'm not, I'll be up several times a month since it's only a ten pound train ride up there.
