Posted on 22 January 2012
I watched the documentary Forks over Knives, a film that claims most, if not all, of the degenerative diseases that afflict us can be controlled, or even reversed, by rejecting animal-based and processed foods. The film has an impressive line-up of credible interviews including, T. Colin Campbell, Ph.D. and Caldwell B. Esselstyn, Jr., M.D. Dr. Campbell [...] Continue Reading...
Posted on 18 January 2012
What happens this winter? High winds, heavy snowfall and freezing temperatures could combine to knock out the electricity in your home Emergency preparedness means you should have backup systems or plans for heat, lighting and water. If you’re lucky, the power won’t be off long, but batteries are gone after a few days, unless you [...] Continue Reading...
Posted on 17 January 2012
For a long time I was an aspiring documentary filmmaker. I dedicated my studies at University of Oregon to the subject and was destined to produce award winning docs. A lot of things got in the way of that dream, mainly myself. But I think I found something that might help me get back into [...] Continue Reading...
Posted on 14 January 2012
Imagine how proud you would feel to see your child up on a stage, performing a piece of music for an audience. No matter what instrument they’re playing, the pride will be beaming out of you way before the applause even starts…and for good reason! Of course, playing an instrument demonstrates that your child has [...] Continue Reading...
It’s okay to use warm, mildly-soapy water for your indoor plants. After your child is done with his or her bath leave the water in the tub, make a couple trips and water your plants. They will thank you for it AND you are saving water.
In 1776, Thomas Paine published Common Sense, a strong defense of American Independence from England. This British journalist communicated the ideas of the Revolution to common farmers as easily as to intellectuals, creating prose that stirred the souls of the fledgling United States. He had a big vision for society: he was staunchly anti-slavery, and he was [...]
If you were unlucky and missed out on Friday the 13th’s deal here is your chance to score 10% off with another sale. Dare to Dream Big! Get the Gear of Your Dreams- 10% off a single item $199+. Valid 1/14/12-1/16/12.
So have you’ve been holding out on buying music gear until after the holidays? Here is a great opportunity to cash in on a really good savings if you are ready to splurge. Check this out 13% Off a single item over $130. Use Promo Code: FRIDAY13. Valid 1/13/12 ONLY! Now you can get [...]
Travel can be very dangerous this time of year. Black ice, slippery pavement, high winds and blowing snow, or reduced visibility due to fog, rain and snow storms can all happen within a few miles. It doesn’t matter if you live in the Oregon high desert or the frigid Midwest. If your car slips off the [...]
Put your campground cooking skills to work with a non-traditional cooking utencil and surprise everyone with a gourmet breakfast. Cooking up eggs benedict is tricky. The hollandaise sauce is one thing and the traditional way of poaching an egg includes a big pot of boiling water with a little vinegar and a lot of luck [...]
Like the AC/DC song says, “getting ripped off, getting juked…” it is easy to get ripped off when playing live music. I recently had a bad experience where I asked for a guarantee and the band that closed out decided to take all the money. I had to eat it because I was half to [...]
Written by: Shannon Hinderberger Setting up our tree was a magical experience for our three year old this year. I was quite disappointed last year when he wasn’t too interested in any of it but this year, but I could see it in his eyes this year. He enjoyed filling the tree with ornaments. He’s [...]
This is an amazing opportunity to support your local record store and get something very special. It’s the music lover Black Friday. Record Store day is one day that all of the independently owned record stores come together with artists to celebrate the art of music. Special vinyl and CDreleases and various promotional products are made [...]
Another Pinterest find! Freeze green onions and then store in a water bottle! When ever I get green onions in my CSA, I can’t use them fast enough without going bad until I saw this post on Pinterest. How it works? Chop your green onions, then wipe off excess water with a towel or paper napkin. [...]
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