Joanne was exceedingly well organized in preparing me for my stay; you can tell she's been doing this for awhile. Her pictures were a good introduction - I was able to match the house front photo to the Google Maps street view, so I could scope out the neighborhood. I'd originally planned to walk the mile back and forth to my sister's place "for exercise," but I hadn't reckoned on the two dog walks a day with her and the Keeshond, Max. There were several long adventures out in Forest Park. I didn't need any further exercise after all.
Although Joanne offers a single guest an actual continental breakfast I really only needed a banana to go with my morning pills. I really was there mostly to sleep and shower; my visit revolved around my sister, so Joanne and I didn't really interact much. She was respectful of my preoccupation with my sister's situation, and I found her home a quiet refuge at a stressful time.
Next year I plan to visit Portland with my wife, so we'll need a two-bed accommodation, but if I'm back again in a couple of years by myself I'll be sure to check to see if Joanne's still hosting for Air B&B!
Thanks, Joanne, for being there,

Gaines