Author Archives: beckyajohnson

People Before Profit Book Review

When I visited Bob’s Red Mill World Headquarters a few weeks ago, I picked up a copy of the book People Before Profit: The Inspiring Story of the Founder of Bob’s Red Mill. Bob Moore is somewhat of a local celebrity in the Portland area … Continue reading

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Summer Reading

When I was a kid, my parents would sign my sister and I up for summer reading at our local public library each year. It is one of those few childhood memories that I still have, and my participation perhaps … Continue reading

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Spar for the Spurtle 3 + A Giveaway

Those of you who have been following my blog for a while may remember that last year I entered a recipe in Bob’s Red Mill’s annual Spar for the Spurtle United States Porridge Making Championship. I love a good competition and … Continue reading

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A Visit to Bob’s Red Mill

Last month I entered a Pinterest contest to promote the new Gluten Free Muesli from Bob’s Red Mill. I was one of the lucky winners, and for my prize I received a case of their Gluten Free Muesli, a fancy … Continue reading

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Hippie Chick Half Marathon

Back in December, I signed up for the Hippie Chick Half Marathon organized by the local race company Run with Paula Events. There were many factors that made this race appealing to me. For starters, I am a slow runner (who … Continue reading

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