It’s Time to Shut down the Powertool Orchestra

The Case Against Leaf Blowers by Singer

Death to the Powertool Orchestra! There’s a denial around noise and its health aspects in our world. One example of this is a neighbor of mine who insists on locking her new car with a key fob that sets off a loud beep of the horn (these can often … [Continue reading]

Building Neighborhood Resiliency

friends of trees

Stronger Neighborhoods This is a list of items from a Nextdoor.com post I started in 2016 on Building Neighborhood Resiliency. If you have more resources, please send them along. Thanks. Building Neighborhood Resiliency As the snow is here … [Continue reading]

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Happy Birthday Albert

11:11 Hey there, I just celebrated my 59th birthday yesterday. It was an interesting day - full of a zoom with friends and family, a little FB live music playing, a bike ride to the edge of Mt. Tabor Park in Portland, and a small celebration on our … [Continue reading]

Bizmissive April 22, 2020 – Happy Earth Day

Albert Kaufman

Bizmissive April 22, 2020 Happy Earth Day 2020 from Southeast Portland, Oregon. I hope you … [Continue reading]

Tips for Thriving During Quarantine

Seize the Opportunity

MENTAL HEALTH WELLNESS TIPS FOR QUARANTINE Here are some excellent coping strategies and mental health wellness tips posted by New York State doctoral-level clinical psychologist, Eileen Feliciano, Psy.D., based on her work with clients struggling … [Continue reading]

Living Together Guidelines

Mr. Natural, Making the future great. R. Crumb

Willow Cottage Basic Guidelines by Andrine de la Rocha, Massage Therapist Welcome to Willow Cottage! We’re happy that you’ll be joining us for a time. In order to make your stay more wonderful for everyone, please be mindful of these basic … [Continue reading]