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Summer solstice. Midsummer. Litha. The longest day of the year. The first day of summer goes by many names, with a history rooted in early hunter-gatherer societies that evolved through ancient civilizations to its present-day form. But you don’t care about that. You’re on a mission to make plans for how you’ll spend all 941 … Read more
What’s worse than a 7 a.m. client meeting on a Monday? Worse than leaving your house for the day thinking your phone is fully charged, only to discover it wasn’t even plugged in? Worse than an entire row of parallel-parked cars taking up all the street parking when there’s clearly room for at least two … Read more
The smell of barbecue, the taste of barbecue, and having a bunch of people over for a barbecue are all crucial components of the perfect summer party. But before you kick off the unofficial first day of summer and invite all of your friends to come over, you need to perfect a few recipes (and … Read more
For many people, Memorial Day signals the unofficial beginning of summer. That means it’s time to sit back, relax, play a few drinking games, head out on some trails, and create some Memorial Day memories that may or may not be too embarrassing for your family to see on Instagram (sorry, Aunt Barbara). But how … Read more
CLACKAMAS, Oregon, April 1, 2019 — As part of its ongoing digital transformation, today Northwest Self Storage (NWSS) announced it will be moving all existing inventory—including the contents of all customers’ self-storage units—to the cloud. Cloud-based storage has exploded in popularity over the last few years as it frees up physical infrastructure and enables quicker … Read more
Let’s be real: Almost nothing is better than cuddling in a blanket and watching your favorite movie—especially on a rainy day. But what if you could bring your love of film to life and go visit the places where they were made? Some of the most epic movies of all time were filmed right here … Read more
This year, forget about those New Year’s resolutions you’re just going to abandon by mid-February. Aim for something long-lasting, like a lifestyle change that won’t only chase away the winter blues, but will keep you cozy year-round. Aim for hygge! Hygge is a Danish and Norwegian word. And while there’s no direct translation to English, … Read more
If you live in the Pacific Northwest, you already know how great it is. But reflecting on what makes it so great never hurts. With Thanksgiving on the way, it’s time for us to give thanks for living in such a friendly, comfortable, and beautiful place. In our (not so humble) opinion, here’s what makes … Read more
Packing a storage unit is like playing real-life Tetris. Making everything fit takes skills and experience. One wrong move and your precious china could come crashing down. If you’re looking for some helpful tips to make the most of your storage space, don’t follow these suggestions. Don’t use boxes. Forget about using boxes, bins, or … Read more
We all know Oregon is full of amazing vacation spots. But what about when you’re looking for a quick getaway? Some of the best trips are planned at the last minute, and Oregon has some great destinations to satisfy your particular brand of wanderlust. Whatever the season, make sure to carve out some time to … Read more