Why You Should Consider Supporting Organic, Biodynamic, and Eco-Friendly Winemakers
Have you given much thought to what goes into that glass of wine you’re drinking? I’m embarrassed to admit, despite supporting Oregon’s local wineries and caring about my environmental impact for years until recently I hadn’t…
Northwest Berry Guide: Growing, U-Pick and Foraging Tips in Oregon and Washington
Here in the Northwest, we have the perfect climate for growing a variety of berries, which begin to ripen as early as May with the first strawberries. Growing your own berries, visiting a U-pick farm, and foraging for wild berries are…
12 Reasons Why a Horse Should Be Your Child’s First True Love
In our new pandemic life, I have been searching high and low for safe ways to get my kids outside and off screens, and horse riding lessons felt like a viable option. I recounted the many positive ways that working with horses impacted my life as a youth…
COVID-19 Camping in the Pacific Northwest: Planning and Safety Tips
One by one, I reluctantly canceled all our trips this summer, from a coastal resort weekend to a San Francisco road trip to a flight to Southeast Alaska. There was one that I kept on the calendar, though, a car camping trip in…
Tourte de Blettes: An Unusual Sweet-Savory Dessert From the South of France
One day, as we were wandering the lovely open-air market and back alleys of Antibes, France, we popped into a little boulangerie to grab a quick casual lunch. I spotted something that looked like it might fit the bill, a pastry stuffed with greens, so I thought it must be…
When Life Gives You Lemons, Make Lemonade, During COVID-19
A few weeks ago, during a heatwave, my son told me he wanted to have a lemonade stand to raise money for a new LEGO set. Easy, right, just a simple activity that most of us participated in as children. Yet, times are not normal, and…
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As a child, I grew up on an island in Puget Sound, where I spent most of my time mucking around in swamps and playing in the forest. Oblivious to how lucky I was to grow up there, I spent a lot of time dreaming about seeing the bigger world, which I did. From living in several big cities to traveling the world, my perspective broadened. Yet, my loyalty to the Northwest never changed, and when our daughter was born, I knew I had to get back West. From staggering mountains to jaw-dropping coastlines to glittering cities, we have everything here, so let’s get out there and explore.
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