We had an unfinished basement in our home when I was growing up. When my brothers and I got a little rowdy, and it was too blustery to go outside, my mom would send us downstairs to burn off some steam. On one such occasion, the electricity went out and…
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Some time ago, a 13-year-old named Ryan came to see me for severe fatigue. Ryan and I bonded a bit over conversation about video games, and as we discussed his case it became obvious he was not getting enough sleep. I spoke to him about the importance of sleep hygiene…
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“My trees are too close together” or “My trees are touching.” I hear that a lot. I respond, “They are holding hands. and it’s O.K.” Trees like to be in the company of other trees. It helps them communicate. It helps them share the load of wind stresses, it helps…
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Andrea Johnson is on a mission: Save the world one piece of furniture at a time. A lifelong treasure hunter and vintage lover, Andrea’s passion is rescuing old furniture and giving pieces a new lease on life with a fresh coat of paint or simple reupholstering. She’s channeling her love…
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In today’s Podcast I speak with Shannon LaFleur of Handyman Pro, a local handyman and contracting company offering a full range of remodeling and renovation services, including the construction of decks, fences, and many other projects. Together we explore these services. In addition, Shannon talks about his commitment to going…
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Mountain Meadows 55+ Community in Ashland, Oregon is a very special and beautiful community. Perched upon the east hills surrounding Ashland, the views are breathtaking. The four-acre park is lush and green and filled with color. Stroll along the various pathways and trails through the park and the community and…
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Spring cleaning for your car feels so good! Chances are if you go to the store to look for car cleaning products you’ll see a large amount of products which can be overwhelming. We’re often asked what type of product to use to clean the dash of your vehicle, and…
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As the days lengthen and we see the sun a bit more each day, we may also see more dirt and grime around the house. Much like nature’s spring renewal, spring is a great time to refresh our cleaning routines. My favorite cleaning agent is (surprise!) lavender! Specifically, Pelindaba’s Organic…
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We all have that “itch” right now… and sunny days make us break out even more! Spring fever is taking over here at the greenhouses. Spring, that time of year when everything is in a state of renewal and fresh growth, is by far my favorite season. Days are getting…
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Name terms over price. So what exactly does that mean? Let’s say you find a house you want to buy for $510,000, and being a savvy buyer, want to get a deal. So you offer the seller $500,000 instead of $510,000. Offering $10,000 lower on the price results in you…
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After a prolonged winter many folks are now turning their eyes toward summer vacations and travel. In recent years you may have noticed more and more people getting around on E-bikes, and there is a good reason for it. E-bikes are first and foremost a lot of fun, but they…
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Navigating the teenage and young adult years have always been challenging, but there is increasing awareness that young people are suffering unprecedented levels of anxiety and depression in recent years. Because the teenage brain is in an intensive developmental stage, teenagers can have difficulty regulating emotions and are more susceptible…
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