Colleen & Friends

Researching voting in Oregon, I came across these resources: History of vote by mail: https://multco.us/elections/brief-history-vote-mail-oregon A 2018 panel that explains how our process works https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C4YFMJn2MNs&feature=emb_logo The state resource...

It is so difficult for me to set aside the time to do the two things that I say I want to prioritize for myself: mindfulness practice and exercise. I prioritize lot's of little boxes on my to-do list.  This is a bad habit.  I'm trying some strategies to change this.  First, I'm writing up my to-do list the night before rather than the morning...

I gave virtual testimony on October 14 at the Oregon DEQ Town Hall which focused on hearing Oregonians’ goals for Governor Brown’s Cap-and-Reduce Program which is currently being drafted by DEQ.  I spoke as a member of the Oregon business community and as a member of the business group E2 or Environmental Entrepreneurs.  Here is the text of my...

I love the Earth. I love our precious nature. I love fragile meadows and healthy trees. Climate change is real and it’s my responsibility to do everything I can to minimize my footprint. 

Worked on being more intentional with limiting screen-time. I replaced it with a good homemade meal and some art journaling! 

As part of my decluttering challenge, I've come to the realization that I own a LOT of makeup but I NEVER wear it.  I get drawn in to buying products because the marketing is so good and of course applying the new product will finally feel effortlessness enough to wear it daily - but it never does.  I get fooled each time.  So, as part of the...

I’m inspired my family and friends who are getting out the vote for climate change fighting candidates.

Last night my partner and I spent over two hours working on an NYT crossword with friends over Google Meet. We laughed so much and exercised our brains. Socializing with friends during the pandemic is so fulfilling. (photo w/those friends attached - from 12/2018)

I no longer feel compelled to buy things for the sake of having them.  In the past year, I have cut my spending significantly and have been able to invest in gear for backpacking (my passion) as a result.  I am a lightweight backpacker so if I won't carry it, I'm not buying it because I don't need it.  I've also been able to invest in my house...