With Halloween just around the corner you might start thinking about what type of costume you are planning to wear.  You can’t beat the mystery and allure of a sexy mask.  People take on a whole new swagger when they are annoymous and it can be very intriging.  If you are looking for a beautiful […]

Have you hugged your U.S. Marshal lately?  If not, Thursday is a great time as Governor Theodore R. Kulongoski signed a proclamation proclaiming September 24th to be U.S. Marshals Day in Oregon and encouraged all Oregonians to join in this observance.  If you are wondering what U.S. Marshals do (besides look hot in their uniforms) […]

I go to Soho Boutique, 1605 NE Broadway, once a week because it has been my favorite clothing store in Portland for years and the owner is a dear friend that I adore.  When I get there we kiss-kiss (we are both Italian) and chat while I shop.  Besides the Tulle dresses and flowery hair clips I […]

Our kitty cat Lola thought we were crazy for getting up so early and bouncing around the house, she likes the slower pace of summer.  I’ll have to admit that I thought it was early when the alarm went off this morning but quickly noticed it was because it was 5am.  My nervous soon-to-be 6th grader set her […]

This Labor Day weekend the big boutique in little downtown Camas is having a sale.  Lily Atelier, 237 NE 4th Ave, celebrates the labor of love those jewelry designers (and friend’s of owner Dawn Stanchfield) continue to make that impress us all.  Look for deep discounts on Ashley Morgan silver, Liberty Coin chains, and my personal favorite (and […]

Portland let down her hair to party!   Nicolle Camarata’s “It’s Who You Know” Networking Summer Social was an event to celebrate and encourage local businesses.  The week started off pretty eventful when the venue slated to house the party closed its doors but quick thinking from the NSP team (and calling in some favors) led the party to […]

It is no secret that my favorite neighborhood is the one around northeast Broadway Street.  It is lined with great shops, cafes and the business owners (who are my friends) are full of personality.  If you have never gone to Milo’s Cafe for breakfast or walked through the gallery of Italian shoes at Halo’s then shame […]