Special Guest Post! I asked Cindy Hooker of Gold Dog Consulting to share my story. When you first meet Lisa, you will be at ease with her genuine smile and sparkle in her eyes. She loves people and you can tell. When we became acquainted a couple of years ago, I immediately felt as if I could trust her. That’s …
Jen Coughlin is Paying It Forward
There’s something amazing about the human spirit. It shines brightly in what might seem like unexpected places and shares its warmth and hope. Jen Coughlin is beaming with this spirit – it’s just part of who she is. For the last several months, Jen has fought a personal battle with cancer and watched a good friend go through the same …
Eastside Village PDX – A Community for Aging in Place
Eastside Village is a plan whose time has come. Eastside Village is a community, not a place. It describes itself as a group of like-minded people who live in the same geographic area and who have developed resources to help the community age in place. According to a recent survey by the American College of Financial Services, more and more …
The Personal Touch of Barb’s Metal Magic
Every time I sit down to talk with someone for this blog, I’m never quite sure what story I’ll hear or what story I’ll share. Yet, I’m always entranced by everyone’s story and amazed by all the fascinating people living here in Portland. It was the same with Barbara Brosh of Barb’s Metal Magic. Barbara’s got a pretty neat story. …
Jessica McCarthy and the Creativity Behind Jam On It
Jessica McCarthy is the creative genius behind Jam On It. Jam On It may be in its infancy, but it’s about to take the Portland jam world by storm. Jessica is cooking up the most flavor-packed sweet and savory jams I’ve seen in awhile. She’s got a jam for just about everyone. And everyone will be coming back for more. …
Claudia Lucero and Urban Cheesecraft: Sharing the Joy of DIY Cheese
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Cody Barton and Evan Rumble make me want to go back to high school. Seriously. These two high school teachers are bringing life back to the classroom by bringing the world back to their students. What started as a spring break exploration of New Orleans exploded into a radical idea to use these adventures to inspire their teaching. Home from …
Xtend Barre Studio Portland – A Welcoming Community for Fitness
Jessica Natonick, owner of Xtend Barre Studio Portland, is passionate about her studio. Jessica is creating an environment where everyone is welcome, regardless of age or fitness level. She is providing a fitness program that is challenging, yet safe and fun. Jessica is building a community of fitness, support and encouragement right in the heart of SE Portland. What is …