Late Friday afternoon, domestic partnerships became legal in the state of Oregon when Federal Judge Michael Mosman lifted the injunction that had been in place since opponents attempted to place the law on the ballot for referendum. The decision was made too late for any couples to take advantage of it before the weekend; so today is the big day in Portland. Brett, from Metroblogging Portland visited the courthouse this morning:

Today is the first official day couples can file at their county for legal domestic partnerships. I headed down to Multnomah County to check out the excitement and there was nothing but love and joy surrounding the area. Even the county sheriffs had smiles on their faces. How could you not when these couples are there to celebrate commitment and love. [mb_pdx]

Read more, and pass along your congratulations, courtesy of our enlightened neighbors to the south.