Scene: downtown Portland, Oregon, a bit earlier this year
Motivations(s): My Darling Daughter Bossie Girl seized the moment to have her pic taken with these costumed people.
Now, "Why?", you may ask, are these people dressed up? Is there some sci fi festival? Is there a parade? Is this a promotional stunt for....ummmm......?????
No, my friends, they are dressed up, as they said, "just 'cause", and "just for fun".
Conclusion: God, we love Portland!!!!