Hello,

I'm thinking about moving to Portland and I wanted to get some advice.

First of all I'm going to need some housing but it's hard to get a place because I don't have any income or a cell phone or anything like that. I don't believe in technology. But if I don't get a place, I don't think anyone will consider hiring me without a local address or a phone number. I've been saving up for like 3 months to make this move so I can put a down payment on a security deposit. I would like to find something in a really nice neighborhood within walking distance from Hawthorne. I can afford about $300 / month and I would REALLY prefer to just have my own place because I don't really do well in shared housing situations. Can somebody direct me toward where I can find something like that?

I'm gonna need a job too so does anybody know anyone that's hiring? I want to work at a really hip cafe or bartend somewhere where the tips are really good. I also have a LOT of experience doing art and design. I prefer whatever work I do to be under the table. Anyone know anything like this?

Oh I forgot to mention I have 2 dogs and they kinda bark a lot if I'm gone so does anyone here do pet-sitting? I can do a trade with you, like give you free copies of my Zine which I sell for $5 on the street.

Last thing I need to know, are there any restaurants in Portland that are vegan, wheat-free, organic, and all local that are actually affordable? I don't want to have to pay $10 every time I go out to eat.

Thanks for your help.