Ivy kept in regular contact with us via text and email. Finding the place was a challenge at night but she was patient with our confusion driving in. She gave us a tour and advised us on local restaurants before we settled in. The neighborhood is primarily residential, very family-friendly. Within walking distance is St. John's cafe that serves food so good, it is hard to believe it is so healthy for you. Sweet potato hash with poached eggs!

A motorcycle cafe, only in Portland, has lots of light and killer coffee concoctions ... and a staff friendly enough to direct you to other businesses, if they don't offer what you are seeking. They don't serve breakfast, but we came back to watch a televised Democratic debate on their big screen with the locals.