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Maria Bowe
Community and Content @ Benable, based in Portland, OR. Big fan of art, design, food, travel and being active! Let me know if you have any questions about my recommendations!
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Chasing Spring Flowers in (and near) Portland
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I've gained a new appreciation for spring after living in one of the rainiest cities in the country- so I am definitely stopping and smelling the roses. Here are my favorite ways to see flowers in my city!
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Greatest Hits: Portland, OR
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Here are some of our favorite spots in Portland, Oregon! Mostly east side :) (since that's where we live!)
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Hood River Recommendations
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Here are some fun things to do while you’re in Hood River!
Nerding out on Grocery Shopping
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If this isn't a fun conversation starter, what is?! Alternatively: grocery shopping gets more fun as you get older
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Cities and Travel
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Bay Area Recs (from a former resident)
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I lived in SF for 2.5 years, and here are some of my favorite spots I would recommend to anyone! You'll quickly be able to tell my favorite things in the city are all related to food, hiking, biking, and art :)
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Northern California Wine Country Recs
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When living in the Bay Area, going to wine country was one of my favorite things to do. Here are some of my favorites! And I threw in a few wine bars in SF too, if you're looking for good wine but want to stay in the city
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My Hometown: DC Recs
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I was born and raised in the DC area and am there often- so here are some favorite restaurants and things to do in my hometown!
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Art and Design
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All Things Design!
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As a design fanatic, here are places I shop and look for inspiration :)
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Activities
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Favorite NYC Workout Classes
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So many good workout classes and gyms in NYC- these are some of my favorites!
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Favorite Books I've Read Lately
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Here are some good books I've read in the last couple of years. Will be constantly adding to this! Comment with any thoughts or questions
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Camping Recommendations
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Camping had become one of my favorite things to do since moving to California! Here are my recommendations for things to bring and places to go. Comment with any questions!
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Fashion and Beauty
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Beauty Faves from a Minimal Product Person!
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I'm definitely a minimalist and not a big beauty guru, but here are things I use and like! I have sensitive skin and somewhat fine hair, for reference!
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