Designing my way through China by Tammy LeFever Interior Motives I am an Interior Designer. Many people often say what a fun career, but let me say, no career is a “fun” career unless you have a passion. Interior design has a lot more to do with problem solving and […]

Atlas Shrugged: From Book to Movie by Olivia Rossi RN Your Personal Trainer I read Atlas Shrugged when I was in my early 50s at the recommendation of my son who was in his early 20s. That was in 2003. It took me two months to finish the 1138 pages. […]

By Erika Weisensee, Oregon Writer I am far from “Mrs. Perfect,” though at times, I admit, I try too hard to be her. SHE is that pulled-together looking woman whose house is clean, who excels in home and work activities, who exercises regularly and makes time for friends, who cooks […]

Want to lose weight?  Think Less of Yourself…for a while! by Olivia Rossi Your Personal Trainer Losing weight requires two things: a thought and a plan. The first step towards any change begins with a thought, so, think about what you want to do and “go for the goal.” To […]

Women Talking Finances by Shannon Ables The Simply Luxurious Life One of the best pieces of advice I have received as I began my professional career in my early twenties regarding my saving for retirement came from my mentor.  She herself at the time was just a few months away […]

New Treatment for Urinary Tract Infections Called Promising by Health Day News Many women suffer from chronic urinary tract infections, but now a new treatment using a probiotic may provide lasting relief for some, a preliminary trial indicates. Urinary tract infections frequently recur and affect 2 percent to 3 percent […]

An Illustrated City Gardener Series by Sandy Coughlin The Reluctant Entertainer I’ve been putting off writing my garden post this week, not because I’m lacking inspiration, but because I’ve been so busy! But I will say this time of year is very exciting for me and my husband, as we […]

What Color(s) Can You NOT Live Without? by Debra Wade, IACC, MWESB Creative Interiors As an interior designer and color consultant with more than 20 years experience, I’m passionate about color and it’s varied interpretations. Color affects us holistically, no matter were we experience it: in a painting, on furnishings, […]

Girls on the Run still needs about 100 Portland Running Buddies! by Kelly Barten Run Oregon Ladies, it’s time for you to check your calendar and sign up as a Running Buddy for the spring 2011 Girls on the Run season! The two dates you need to free up are […]

By Erika Weisensee, Oregon Writer McMinnville’s Evergreen Aviation and Space Museum may have lost its bid for one of NASA’s space shuttle orbiters, but it is still a great museum. Oregon is blessed with many outstanding museums, large and small. Most offer regular new exhibits, interpretive programs and hands-on learning […]