As a kid I always wanted to wear the name brand stuff—Ralph Lauren, Guess, Tommy Hilfiger—you get the gist. Perhaps I was a bit vain, but I had various jobs as a teen that helped pay for most of my own clothing. I never even considered shopping at secondhand stores. College came and my perspective […]
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Let’s Get Rolling!
Tips for helping your child learn to ride a bicycle
Few skills stir up a sense of childhood adventure and accomplishment like learning to ride a bicycle. Practicing wheelies, feeling the wide-open road, cruising downhill at high speeds all scream the word “freedom!” Though the initial learning process is usually filled with anticipation and anxiety, after a few wobbles or mishaps, the personal triumph of […]
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The Hood River Fruit Loop
Delicious adventure for the whole familly
Last year, when my family took a road trip to the Hood River Fruit Loop, we were hooked. In fact, after filling our bags with fresh apples, pears and other fresh goodies, the trip became an instant annual tradition. For those unfamiliar with the Hood River Fruit Loop, it is a scenic 35-mile route running […]
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Here’s to our Neighbor
Tips for an easy, enjoyable spring break in Washington
Like many local families, ours takes full advantage of the school vacations. Christmas and spring break, summer vacation or even a long weekend – it’s time to travel! Although our beautiful state of Oregon has no shortage of captivating places to visit, sometimes it’s fun to venture out a little further from home. Fortunately, close […]
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Certified Heroes
Pets in our community make a difference by giving blood
Since January is officially National Blood Donor Month, according to the American Red Cross, there’s no better time to consider saving a life—not just for people, but for our animal friends, too. Like humans, pets can experience both chronic medical conditions and emergencies that require blood transfusions. Cancer, anemia, autoimmune disorders like hemolytic anemia or […]
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Slowing Down
The Art of Embracing Fall’s Gentle Pace
As the leaves shift from greens to shades of red, orange, gold and brown, the display of change extends a natural invitation for us to do the same. Fall and witnessing the slower pace that comes with it creates space for recalibration and allows us to savor each moment. This transition from the long glowing […]
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What’s Hot in 2024
Must-Have Summer Gear for Active Families
As the sun stretches its golden rays across Central Oregon, families can almost taste the arrival of summer – a time most certainly filled with outdoor adventure. With the season fast approaching, it’s the perfect time to explore the latest and greatest in kids’ summer gear for enjoying our natural playground. We asked local store […]
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Escapes
Family-friendly adventures are just a nonstop flight away
Living in Bend offers the perfect balance of outdoor adventure and breathtaking landscapes. However, by the time early spring comes around, many families are craving a change of scenery and a break from the never-ending chilly weather. Luckily, the Redmond airport provides easy access to several fantastic toasty spring break destinations that are just a […]
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Let’s Take it Outside this Year
Winter Wonderland Birthday Party Ideas
If your child was born in a winter month, you’ve probably already thrown a birthday bash or two at the many indoor places in Bend, from Tula Movement Arts and the Big Indoor Play Thing, to Mountain Air and Trampoline Zone. While these businesses offer wonderful cost-effective birthday packages, sometimes it’s nice to mix it […]
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It’s Time to Talk About E-Bikes
With the explosion in use of electric assist bicycles comes the need for more education about safety, usage and learning to coexist
Central Oregon loves bicycles. Bikes give people a sense of freedom and independence, and with the growing necessity of environment-friendly transportation, the popularity of bicycles and bike riding is booming. The benefits are numerous and include reduced air/noise pollution, savings on fuel costs and less congestion on roadways. And let’s not forget the positive physical […]