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Measles may not be a big deal in America…
But it’s still a significant cause of death in many other countries. The good news is, the Red Cross is helping to kick measles to the curb with the Measles […]
Local Apheresis Team Takes Home Two Awards
The Portland Red Cross Apheresis Team are smokin’ this year and they were recognized by CoridianBCT as one of the “Best in the West.” Maybe you’re wondering – what in […]
David Hasselhoff Comes Out Of Our Closet
It’s moving day. Well, for our storage closet anyway. We’re consolidating space so we spent this morning sorting through decades of accumulated stuff. We’re almost done, but I wanted to take […]
Disaster Action Team Responses
On Dec. 2, 2008 2 adults had a fire in their duplex, in Portland. The two adults had a temporary place to stay, but found on Dec. 4, they did […]
If all you have left is this shirt on your back…
Remember this shirt? Well here’s what it looks like now. To refresh your memory, these were the instructions (that came with an invite to this holiday party): Decorate this t-shirt […]
How Would You Prepare For The End Of The World?
So you have July 10, 2009 marked on your calendar, right? ‘Cuz this is coming and I know you don’t want to miss it. P.S. Do you think the Red […]
Have Yourself A Retro Little Christmas
A final note on faux trees from someone who actually owns not one, but two, incredible vintage aluminum Christmas trees. Do not, I repeat, DO NOT use electric lights on […]
Artificial Trees: Are They Flammable?
After seeing this post, my friend Roger was inspired to ask about the safety of artificial Christmas trees. Rather than respond to him in the comments, I figured others might […]
Books To Put On Your Wishlist
Books are almost always a safe bet for holiday presents. Here’s a round up of a few we think are gift-worthy: Show Me How: 500 Things You Should Know: Instructions […]
Venice Is Under Water
Venice is sinking. It has been for centuries. The flooding has become so commonplace that the city builds elevated walkways and shopkeepers keep water barriers on their doors. But this […]