by Jamie Brazil, Portland Her blog Author of Prince Charming, Inc. Like many bloggers, in the closing days of 2012, I am reflecting back on the year that was.  Successes, disappointments, frustrations, and a lot of laughter, too.  It’s all there.  Summarizing the year into a single word, I’d call it […]

Maybe you missed this but Pepsi has invented a fat-blocking cola.  It is being introduced in Japan, maybe because no one would believe them in America.  Below is their first ad for their magic potion coal.

by Sandy Coughlin The Reluctant Entertainer Medford blogger, author, entertainer Our family sat around the dinner table together and Paul read the letter. The letter. Ever since our kids were born we’ve put out a family Christmas letter to send to family and friends. We usually run it by the […]

By Erika Weisensee It’s that time of year again. Millions of Americans are promising to get fit, break their bad habits, and spend more time with family and friends. On January 1st, many of us will toss our 2011 calendars into recycle bins, eager to begin the New Year with […]

    by Shannon Ables Eastern Oregon writer The Simply Luxurious Life “If you are looking for the love of your life, stop; they will be waiting for you when you start doing things you love.”  -Anonymous This past weekend was a rare opportunity to be free from nearly all […]

Say a prayer, give thanks and remember those brave men and women serving overseas.

December Born–Baby,s First Ornament Re-visited Your Personal Trainer: Olivia C. Rossi, RN, MSN Certified Clinical Exercise Specialist, ACSM It’s the first ornament on my tree every Christmas and the last one off. It’s my son’s first ornament, a Hallmark “hallmark” that I received in 1979. He was born just two-and-a-half […]

In Florida the local Sheriff’s office decided to put on Grinch outfits meet driver’s who broke the speed limit at a nearby local elementary school. The Grinch (Officer_ offers the driver a choice– either accept a speeding ticket or an onion.

by Julie Nolta Julie Nolta Design ‘Tis the season for Christmas parties and company coming over to celebrate.  We work hard to decorate our homes to inspire holiday cheer, and the powder room or hall bath should be no exception. Just a few touches will make your guests feel like […]

by Lani Grass Backstage with Lani It’s that time of year again, company parties and social gatherings everywhere. Will you have to mingle with company leaders as well as strangers and at the same time try make a good impression too? For a natural introvert, this is a stressful time […]