I call it the Super Mom effect. You know that moment when you come home tired after a long day and, bam! There it is. Dinner. Cooked and simmering away on your counter because you had the foresight to throw a few ingredients in the slow cooker on your way out the door that morning. […]
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Posted inThe Outdoors
Song Sleuth with Sibley
Wildlife Acoustics, maker of the Song Sleuth bird-identifying app, has announced the launch of a birding sweepstakes. It is presented by L.L. Bean Co., maker of outdoor wear and gear. David Sibley, renowned artist and author of “Sibley’s Guide to Birds,” is the prize. The winner of the sweepstakes will have the opportunity to enjoy […]
Posted inAt Home
That ’70s Home: 5 Trends Making a Comeback
Disco may be dead, but the spirit of the 1970s is not. In homes all across the country, people are adding their own splash of ’70s style in updated, modern ways. Here are five current top decorating trends that have an unmistakable ’70s flair. More Macramé, Please From dip-dyed wall hangings to simple plant hangers, […]
Posted inAround West Sound
Longstanding Tradition of Charitable Giving Sustains the Local Communities
Our nation is facing many challenges and our collective dialogue to discussing these issues is, at times, divisive. But, statistics show that as a culture, we share a strong core value of charitable giving. As a nation, we privately donate twice as much to nonprofit organizations compared to any other developed nation, totaling 2 percent […]
Posted inGardeners Corner
Which Plants to Grow in Conservatory, Home, or Office
Being close to nature has many benefits but many of us cannot reap its benefits in cities due to lack of trees and plants and excessive buildings. Several studies around the world have shown the positive effects of greenery on our well-being. Did you know that houseplants can boost your creativity by up to 45 […]
Posted inAt Home
Carving Out Space for a Home Office
Have you always wanted a workspace at home to retreat to or tinker in? Or perhaps you paint, sew or craft, or maybe want a space for meditation and exercise? Don’t think you have the room? Let’s look around your house and see what we can find for each space. For an office, you don’t […]
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Go Upscale with a Designer Vanity
How much thought do you give to your bathroom vanity? If you’re like most of us, then the answer is, almost none at all. As long as it’s large enough to hold all your sundry items, you’re good to go, right? I’m here to tell you that you should expect so much more than that […]
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How to Have ‘The Talk’ with Your Adult Children
Seniors have ample options when it comes to retirement and embarking on their next life journey. Many adults do not want to burden their children with talk about retirement, but are also concerned about the financial tolls retirement may take. Many adults are also in denial about their health conditions and often don’t think about […]
Posted inAround West Sound
Buying Fair Trade for the Holidays
So you want to buy ethically this holiday season, but you’re not sure how? Chapel Hill Presbyterian Church has you covered. On Nov. 18 and 19, the Gig Harbor church is hosting its annual Festival of Hope, a community-wide event dedicated to selling only fair-trade products and telling the stories of artisans from around the […]
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