tag:www.oregonfamily.com,2005:/?page=21Oregon Family Magazine | Where Community & Families Come TogetherWhere Community & Families Come Together2021-05-25T13:03:25-07:00urn:uuid:22cb1eaa-8c84-4d00-945f-b8e85788b8ae2021-04-30T08:01:27-07:002021-05-25T13:03:25-07:00Into the Forest!2021-04-30 08:01:03 -0700Kristin StrommerOregon is known for its gorgeous, green forests, which make up almost half of our state. From the mist-shrouded forests along the coast to the ones nestled against the Cascade Mountain Range, these special areas are a big part of what makes Oregon…well, Oregon<small>Original article published at <a href="www.oregonfamily.com">Oregon Family Magazine</a></small>urn:uuid:a7badd1c-9fde-45a4-8406-84625aafe3c62021-04-30T07:56:42-07:002021-04-30T07:57:25-07:00Pamper Yourself This Mother’s Day 2021-04-30 07:56:42 -0700Pam MooreAs a mom, you’re thinking of other people constantly. Why not use Mother’s Day to pamper yourself for a change? According to Meriam Webster pamper means, “to treat with extreme or excessive care and attention.”<small>Original article published at <a href="www.oregonfamily.com">Oregon Family Magazine</a></small>urn:uuid:10184392-ee74-4a30-95b5-4be90b7cbf992021-04-30T07:52:47-07:002021-06-03T20:45:04-07:00The Buying Power of Women2021-04-30 07:52:46 -0700Kimberly BlakerWomen today account for or influence 70-80 percent of all buying decisions. The 'female economy' was estimated by Forbes in 2017 to be worth $18 trillion, and continues to grow. <small>Original article published at <a href="www.oregonfamily.com">Oregon Family Magazine</a></small>urn:uuid:8107de0d-d2e2-44c9-8f1f-6a3439a65eb92021-04-29T09:02:14-07:002021-06-01T12:21:06-07:00Bubbles, Baubles, Beauty, and Sweets!2021-04-29 09:02:14 -0700Kelli Matthews Mother’s Day is a day to spoil mom, but it can be hard to know what to do! When in doubt, choose bubbly beverages, pretty baubles to go with a favorite sweater, pampering beauty care and delicious sweets. <small>Original article published at <a href="www.oregonfamily.com">Oregon Family Magazine</a></small>urn:uuid:562d6027-ee6d-478b-835a-4c362593f91f2021-04-02T23:16:24-07:002021-04-30T09:58:26-07:00DIY Ideas to Increase Your Home’s Value 2021-04-02 23:16:23 -0700Sandy KautenNow as much as ever, your home may be a sanctuary for all kinds of expression, from thinking and dreaming to working and playing. Over the past year, homeowners began to consider the intersection of function and design in new ways.<small>Original article published at <a href="www.oregonfamily.com">Oregon Family Magazine</a></small>urn:uuid:38fd4bee-40ec-4a7d-a8fc-eeccb56ba1652021-04-02T23:03:07-07:002021-04-02T23:03:25-07:00The 3 R’s for DIY Around the Home 2021-04-02 23:03:07 -0700Sarah GrimmAre you planning on improving living areas or landscapes this spring? Well, don’t break the bank! Here our Waster Reduction Specialist from Lane County Public Works, Sarah Grimm.<small>Original article published at <a href="www.oregonfamily.com">Oregon Family Magazine</a></small>urn:uuid:0b8c288c-4855-40a7-bb15-f1a9646b09ea2021-04-02T22:58:09-07:002021-04-02T22:58:14-07:00Hire Smart for Home Remodeling2021-04-02 22:58:09 -0700Sandy KautenWhen you decide to make the investment in a home improvement project, you’re likely entrusting a professional contractor to bring your vision to life on time and on budget.<small>Original article published at <a href="www.oregonfamily.com">Oregon Family Magazine</a></small>urn:uuid:0709deca-fa19-43c4-8a4b-3300319935662021-03-29T01:32:40-07:002021-04-02T22:54:51-07:00
Clear the Bathroom Clutter
2021-03-29 01:32:39 -0700Family Features
Due to their small size and heavy usage, bathrooms can become messy, cluttered areas for many families.
<small>Original article published at <a href="www.oregonfamily.com">Oregon Family Magazine</a></small>urn:uuid:09b2bc69-dc4a-49b1-8b89-823bed4b53ee2021-04-02T22:54:30-07:002021-04-02T22:54:37-07:00How to Plan for a Future Vacation2021-04-02 22:54:30 -0700Sandy KautenAfter a long year stuck at home, many people are dreaming about when they can travel once again. While counting down the days may feel like torture, planning and booking a vacation for later this year can give you something to look forward to.<small>Original article published at <a href="www.oregonfamily.com">Oregon Family Magazine</a></small>urn:uuid:29412d4a-9e62-4554-a77e-342fd9e284032021-04-02T22:51:23-07:002021-04-30T07:53:47-07:00Making the Move2021-04-02 22:51:23 -0700Sarah LyonsWhether across the country or just across town, moving is a big adjustment for everyone in the family. Children can feel overwhelmed and uprooted because they are rarely in control of a decision to change homes, neighborhoods, or schools. <small>Original article published at <a href="www.oregonfamily.com">Oregon Family Magazine</a></small>urn:uuid:f458faac-cb27-4bba-b944-99ffc6bb2b112021-04-02T22:45:30-07:002021-04-02T22:45:37-07:00Spring Has Sprung… AHH CHOOO!2021-04-02 22:45:30 -0700Lisa BrucknerSpring is here in the Willamette Valley, which means….it's also Allergy Season!<small>Original article published at <a href="www.oregonfamily.com">Oregon Family Magazine</a></small>urn:uuid:50d041d9-ab28-498f-b745-1254be5f0f742021-04-02T22:22:47-07:002021-04-30T07:53:45-07:00Spring Cleaning Family Style2021-04-02 22:23:50 -0700Jan PierceSpring is a time of renewal and fresh starts and it’s a tradition in many homes to do a thorough spring cleaning. Historically the long, dark months of winter also came with soot and grime from fires, candles, kerosene and other alternatives to today’s electricity for heat and light. <small>Original article published at <a href="www.oregonfamily.com">Oregon Family Magazine</a></small>