Escape to Astoria
Sandy came to pick me up and take me to the coast so we could have fun and catch up on each others’ news.
Read More Escape to AstoriaAuthor: Crystal M. Trulove
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Astoria Column
I had a new perspective of the Astoria Column this week: I happened to spot it from the river shore.
Read More Astoria ColumnHomeowners
There is no way to live a full life and not leave some things behind as you go.
Read More HomeownersHen House
Weatherizing AND getting rid of extra paint makes me especially happy when the final result is the cutest henhouse ever.
Read More Hen HouseBit by Bit
In Kellen’s room, our goal was to get rid of the popcorn, then paint the whole thing white.
Read More Bit by BitBeautiful Beacon Rock
This is my fourth blog post about this southern Washington landmark and outstanding hiking trail.
Read More Beautiful Beacon RockSoča Wine Shop
Months ago I read a local news article about a wine bar opening out in the Columbia River Gorge called “Soča” after the Soča River in Slovenia. Pedro and I were excited to hear about it because we spent a lovely day along that very river in 2021 with our friends Manja and Marco. We […]
Read More Soča Wine ShopWasps in the Walls
One of the most intimidating fix-it projects we have tackled is the wasp nest inside the wall.
Read More Wasps in the WallsMake Lemonade
When scams are this clever, at least I get a laugh out of it.
Read More Make LemonadeCritters Say Hello
From all of us, to all of you: Happy Spring!
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Conscious Engagement 