A Traveler’s Comfort Kit: Small Things for a More Pleasant Stay
A Little Preparation Goes a Long Way My wife and I travel a lot. From cruise ships to hotel stays, from national parks to a highway rest area in our Mercedes Sprinter van. Every traveler has different preferences. A few small, inexpensive items can improve...Oregon’s Inspiring Future Hospitality Leaders: My experience Judging the 2026 Oregon ProStart Championships
A First-Time Judges Perspective On March 2, 2026, as I headed toward the Salem Convention Center, I was nervous about being a first-time judge for the Restaurant Management competition at the Oregon ProStart Championships. I then thought, if I am this nervous, I...
Shinrin-yoku: Sweet Creek Falls
Shinrin-yoku is the Japanese concept of forest bathing, which is spending time in nature, particularly forests, to enhance health. While it is not necessarily hiking, or exercise, the practice is meant to help you connect with nature. Typically, it involves walking...