Ah, summer! Parents everywhere are ready for a break from pestering their kids to do homework and study. What parents may not realize, however, is that without this active engagement in learning, most kids will fall victim to the dreaded “summer slide.” Children, especially those from low-income families, tend to lose some of the achievement […]
Angela Switzer
One of the original members of the Source team, Angela remembers the days of ringing fax machines and crying babies when the newspaper operated out of her home. She loves all things outdoors, especially mountain biking with hubby, trail running and cooking gourmet meals, while camping in her beloved Eurovan. Her partner in crime is a mini Aussie named Kashi. She is a self-taught accounting wizard, loves to read non-fiction books and is the Editor of Bend Nest Parenting Magazine.
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Editor’s Note
This is an exciting issue! The results are in…and we present to you the Best of the Nest winners! What an inspiring group of businesses that go that extra mile to make Central Oregon such a family-friendly place to live. Thanks for voting and congrats to all the winners! It’s almost Mother’s Day. Instead of […]
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Editor’s Note – Winter 2018 Issue
Ever wondered what it’s like to have twins or triplets? Looking in from the outside, having multiple children at the same time sounds, well, frightening! A closer look, however, reveals instant playmates and friends for life (see Howard Leff’s interviews, page 26). Even if you have only one child, parenting is challenging, especially if your […]
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Editor’s Note – Fall 2017
New sneakers, backpack, and a brand-new attitude. Who doesn’t love a fresh start? Once again, it’s that time of year when vacation is over, the kids go back to school, and everyone settles in to a comfortable routine. Do you have kids in a Montessori preschool? My son had the privilege of attending the Montessori […]
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Best Bar in Redmond
Red Martini Wine Bar and Grill
Prepare to be wowed as you step onto the red carpet of this cozy, swanky joint. With a feel of something out of the roaring ’20s, Red Martini features a red velvet interior, signature cocktails, and outstanding creative edibles, as well as a professional wait staff. All in historic downtown Redmond, which is emerging as […]
