I love a good before-and-after story, and particularly when that transformation can be accomplished without spending much money. Paint is always the best way to change a room for the smallest investment. It can be dramatic, particularly (as featured in… Read More »From Bland to Grand – the Power of Paint
Lauren is delighted to announce being part of the newly formed Compass Plus division of Compass, dedicated to helping older adults navigate significant life changes with care and dignity. Whether downsizing, moving closer to family, or transitioning to senior living. Compass Plus… Read More »Discover COMPASS PLUS
If you’re looking for the perfect blend of adrenaline, sunshine, and Pacific Northwest beauty, a jet ski adventure on the Columbia River is hard to beat. We kicked off our day at Broughton Beach Park on the Portland side, where… Read More »Jet Skiing the Columbia River
As a child, I was a bookworm. I was incredibly shy and had few friends, but BOOKS were my sanctuary. Going to the library was always a treat, and it still is. Aside from the libraries of my childhood in… Read More »Vancouver’s Downtown Library
If you’re looking for a weekend escape that doesn’t involve a TSA line, I would love to suggest heading west to the quirky, coastal gem of Astoria. From Vancouver, it’s a scenic two-ish hour drive; just enough time to feel like… Read More »A Weekend Getaway to Astoria, Oregon
It never ceases to amaze me that from my home in Vancouver’s Felida neighborhood, it’s just about an hour’s drive to Mount Hood Village. And from there, you have your pick of three incredible ski resorts. The first stop is Mt.… Read More »Mt Hood – So Close By!
I am lucky enough to live quite nearby the Salmon Creek Trailhead and I start almost every day with a 3-mile run on the Trail. Today it was a special pleasure because of the SNOW. We don’t get snow often… Read More »Winter Wonderland
I just love a museum. Any museum! Whatever the subject (from the Cranberry Museum in Long Beach WA to the Art Deco Museum in Miami beach), I learn something new and leave happier. So whether you love a museum, or… Read More »Pearson Air Museum
This remarkable piece of history is just a 30-minute drive from most parts of Vancouver, often along roads labeled “scenic drive” for good reason. It’s a charming and picturesque journey, but keep in mind, the mill is only open from… Read More »Cedar Creek Grist Mill
Spanning 410 acres, Washington Park is a treasure trove of attractions and natural beauty in the heart of Portland. The park is home to iconic destinations such as the Oregon Zoo, the World Forestry Center, Hoyt Arboretum, the International Rose… Read More »Washington Park: A Scenic Urban Oasis