The swirl of the holidays is upon us. With some planning and strategies, you can decrease the overall stress and increase the joy.

Before kids, your vehicle needs and wants were a whole lot different. Gone are the days of your velour tracksuit and chunky highlights, and same for your Ford Escort with the multi-CD player.

Amidst the holiday hustle, many moms feel their energy on a rollercoaster of sugar highs and inevitable crashes. This year, give yourself a different kind of gift: the ditch sugar and flour challenge.

Nestled on the scenic east slope of the Cascade Mountains, Sisters has a lovely Old West vibe and is the ultimate, stress-free basecamp for making magical winter memories.

When you think of house hunting, spring and summer probably come to mind, while winter is often overlooked — and that’s a missed opportunity.

The idea of selling your home between Halloween and New Year’s might sound daunting, with visions of holiday chaos, frantic shopping and family gatherings. But know that buyers looking for homes during the holidays are typically very serious, and you can make the season work in your favor.

When shopping for a new car, look at the entities who evaluate vehicle safety. In the U.S., there are two: the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety (IIHS).

As the sweet kickoff to the holiday season, Halloween treats are everywhere and, very often, access is unregulated. Additionally, many fall and winter favorites contain nuts, soy and milk that can cause great distress for those with sensitivities and allergies.

Moms are superheroes, but even superheroes need to recharge. The truth is, self-care isn’t a luxury: it’s a non-negotiable part of your job. You can’t pour from an empty cup — and a depleted mom can’t run a household on caffeine fumes alone.

Navigating the late summer real estate market in the Mid-Willamette Valley

It seems like every family has at least one person who is prone to car sickness. Children ages 2 to 12 suffer the most, due to sensitivities of the inner ears.

Of all the experiences you watch your child navigate, relationships with others may be the most challenging.

The Mid-Willamette Valley shines in the summer months. Strategic preparation and local expertise are your keys to success, whether you’re buying, selling or investing.

As Oregonians, we share a responsibility to maintain the safety and beauty of the Pacific Northwest. In the summer, this means doing all we can to prevent wildfires, including how you drive and care for your vehicles.

Summer months mean great weather in the Pacific Northwest and more time spent outside. It’s perfect for kids to get out and knock about in nature, but insect bites and stings can put the brakes on a fun outing.

Weeknights can be dinner’s great mystery. Takeout? Cereal? Dare we dream of actual food? Fear not, weary parent, strategic meal prep is your

Concussions can occur on or off the field — learn what to watch for in children.

We get it: kids are messy. They also need to go places, which means your car becomes a mini home on wheels. From eating to watching shows,

Simple cleaning and staging can make all the difference in getting a fast sale at a top price.

Real estate investment offers a promising avenue for wealth building and passive income. To maximize your returns in the vibrant Willamette