Category Archives: Healthy Living

Portland Shamrock Run

Running the Portland Shamrock Run has been on my bucket list for quite some time. While not quite as cool as being in Dublin for St. Patrick’s Day, Portland puts on a great showing. Last year’s St. Patrick’s Day: This … Continue reading

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Quick & Easy Chocolate-Hazelnut Dessert Bars + A Bob’s Red Mill Giveaway

Those of you who have been following my blog for a while may already know of my love for all things Bob’s Red Mill. In my household, Bob’s Red Mill  whole grain products are somehow worked into almost every meal. … Continue reading

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Salt, Sugar, Fat Book Review

I first heard of the book Salt Sugar Fat: How the Food Giants Hooked Us when my friend Claire reviewed it earlier this summer, and thought it sounded like an interesting read. Last week I received a free copy of the … Continue reading

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Portland’s 4T Trail

For my birthday this year, my husband vowed to take a day off from writing and go with me on an adventure of my choosing. Since nice weather was in the forecast after a long rainy spell, I opted to … Continue reading

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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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