Well, the shows were excellent, but we learned a few things: Touring will be kind of tough, especially if you make a big party of it every night (and have to play again the following night). Also-- don't sleep at the party house. Or try to sleep there. Because you won't.
That aside, Portland crowds seem to stay out later, and are really receptive and responsive... which is awesome. They also paid us pretty well: if every night pays like these nights (merch and CD sales included) the tour will pay for itself completely, and that's a DIY touring wet dream.
The van survived yet another trip. All love to the van.