In beautiful Central Oregon where I live, there are several things that are abundant here: sunshine and property are two of them. Wide open spaces and sunny skies are a wonderful combination! Many people here own larger tracts of property that they farm and/or on which they raise livestock. More and more often, I’m noticing [...]
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- Oregon Considers Plastic Bag BanIn recent years, governments have flirted with the idea of banning plastic bags from use by consumers at grocery stores and similar retail outlets. Relatively “green” Seattle, Washington failed to convince its voters that a tax on plastic bags (20 cents per bag) was a good idea last year. But when the Oregon Legislature convenes […]
- Grow an Easy Herb Garden Using Soda BottlesGrowing plants is one of my kids’ favorite, healthy summertime activities. Fresh, home-grown fruits, vegetables and herbs can be incorporated into your own recipes for tasty family meals. But what if you don’t have room in your yard for a plot? Why not use recycled soda bottles to grow your own hanging plants? My friend Mike […]