In the midst of holiday craziness, it is easy to get into a shopping frenzy. With all the sales, deals, and flashy mailers, new things seem to be the go-to for gifts and treats. And yet, there is another...
In the heat of summer there's plenty of particularly Portland playgrounds to hit up, and it can be easy to forget we live in the Pacific Northwest. But fall means rain, reminding us that we do, in fact, live...
Are you busy? Well of course you are; it's how we do motherhood in this culture, right? My own busyness (and resulting craziness) has had me on a quest this year to find some time savers that will help me and...
The neighborhoods of Portland have plenty of parks that cater to our furry little friends, but for the sake of brevity, I have chosen one dog park per quadrant to focus on. Here are my top four dog parks...
The kids are back in school and summer weather is no more. But there’s no need to fret. Soon enough apple cider, hayrides, bonfires, and the copious use of cinnamon will signal the glorious arrival of fall.
As the air...
Who doesn’t love a date night? Better yet, we all NEED date nights. As parents it is SO important to get out without your kids and focus on your significant other. It’s of utmost importance to keep your relationship...
Whether you're Irish or not, Portland is a fantastic place to be on St. Patrick's Day. Between our growing number of Irish pubs and popular community events, you will find plenty of ways to celebrate. Since the holiday falls...
It's true, my birthday is my favorite holiday of the year! My mom was born in December and, for most of her childhood, her birthday got lumped with celebrating Christmas. As a result, my mom always made it a...
Why does it seem like everyone is heading up the mountain these days? Because everyone is! Ok, maybe not everyone... but a lot of people. This year we were spoiled with a home exchange house a few miles from...
One of the best things about how large Portland's tri-county area is the variety of events throughout the year. The 4th of July is no exception with parades, festivals, and fireworks EVERYWHERE all over the metro! Whether you want...
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