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The Baby Boomer Oregon 8

August 26, 2013 by

Where Beauty Is More Than Skin Deep. Walking past a local salon full of baby boomer women with a friend who said, “Looks like they’re doing good business in there.” He moved here from the Midwest and prides himself on a certain standard of beauty. “I’m not sure why so many Oregon women go to beauty salons,” I […]

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NW Boomer Shows How To Cast Bronze Like A Pro

August 23, 2013 by

Looking For A Baby Boomer Retirement Income?  The beauty of bronze statues comes at a cost. You’ve seen the price tag in a gallery and wondered, “Why so much?” You’re not alone. Continue reading to find how you can get a cut of the bronze action.

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What Is The Elkton AVA

August 19, 2013 by

or, Please Pass The Wine. The AVA, or American Viticulture Area, found a new home in Elkton. Regional wine makers have a new hook to hang their brand on. Once you win the badge of approval from the U.S. Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau, more doors open. How long before you hear someone […]

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Boomer Life It’s Own Self

August 10, 2013 by

CROSS THAT BRIDGE. Be your best when your best is the minimum requirement. Win the day. The whole family won this day. Step-Dad Glenn made it happen. Big thanks to North Bend Mayor Rick Wetherell who remembered Momma Gillaspie through the community and kids. Special nod to oldest Gillaspie Mike for carrying the day, younger […]

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The Hashtag Hook

August 8, 2013 by

Every trap has some sort of bait. Fish hit the worm on a hook. Crabs crawl into the crab-pot to munch on fish heads. Forbes magazine prints an article explaining how hashtags attract wealthy customers. We’re all on the same page so far? Hashtag = #, like #boomerpdx. Author Cheryl Conner says people with money are […]

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Get A Handle On Your Life

August 4, 2013 by

The secret to a tidy life, clean space, and peace of mind comes down to one question. How many times do you handle things? People with newspapers littered all over the place need to pay attention. Got a garage full of excuses, er, treasures too valuable to part with? The easy solution is read the […]

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America Leads The Way?

July 29, 2013 by

When Salon reprints an article from Alternet, you know it’s got legs. If the article takes pleasure in pointing out American shortcomings, it’s bound to be fun. But it also needs a NW Boomer poke in the eye. “8 Appalling Ways America Leads The World” may need a refresher. Let’s start:

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Pic Of The Night

July 28, 2013 by

NW Boomer On Duty At The Portland Brew Festival Baby Boomers need to exercise smart. Take a walk. Do some lifting. Meet new friends.

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BOOMER BBQ SALMON

July 16, 2013 by

A NW Delight This baby boomer blogger likes to eat in season. Is it salmon season? It is on the Copper River. Boomer couples who cook together eat better. And it’s like therapy. Why go to a restaurant when you cook better than the chef? Start with a good chunk of fish.

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Use The Portland Blues

July 8, 2013 by

Portland baby boomers have more choices for a music festival. Any summer weekend you can go downtown for a free concert at Saturday Market. One weekend a year you can go to the big show by the river. If it’s good enough for Robert Plant, why not you. All that’s left is choosing your company.

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