Maggie Hansen traveled the world. Then she came to Bainbridge Island, where she put everything she’d discovered about home comfort and convenience into her own little piece of the world. After visiting or living in countries from Spain, Norway and France to Japan, Australia and Iceland, the former University of San Francisco professor of nursing […]
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Posted inPeople & Places
Help Desk Cavalry
Sometimes a freak accident or an unexpected turn of events can change the path of someone’s life and career. That’s more or less what happened to Steve Treanor, president and CEO of Help Desk Cavalry in Bremerton, when he was in the Army back in the mid-1990s. Treanor was a scout in several cavalry units […]
Posted inHome
Goodwill of Port Orchard
Climb aboard for an exciting ride as we enter the world of contemporary thrifting. You’ve heard me say that before, but this time, “turn and run” — the creep meter is registering, and this one makes little sense (at first, anyway). I saw it on a top shelf at the Goodwill thrift store in Port […]
Posted inAt Home
Recipe for Salmon and Shrimp Coconut Curry
Adding salmon to your weekly menu can take dinnertime from drab to delicious. Combining it with bright, fresh veggies heightens the savory experience even more for a burst of seafood flavor. Loaded with salmon and shrimp, this Salmon and Shrimp Coconut Curry is a perfect option for putting together a quick yet delicious meal. Fast […]
Posted inAt Home
What You Should Know if You’re Buying Your First Home
The housing market has exploded since 2020. The pandemic fueled a house-buying frenzy with remote work and leaving large urban areas to live in different parts of the country is becoming more mainstream. According to the National Association of Realtors, 31 percent of all home purchases since 2020 have been made by first-time homebuyers. “Buying […]
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The Art of Giving Meaningful Compliments
Your hair looks amazing! I love your shoes! You look so skinny in that dress! How often do we all hear — and give — compliments of this sort about physical appearance, clothing or accessories? My bet is, pretty often. But do they truly elate us or touch our soul? These very compliments about my […]
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Recipe for Chocolate-Covered Strawberries
When you are craving something sweet, sometimes you just can’t get it off your mind until you have just one bite. You need something small, delicious and something that will ease your cravings. This recipe for Chocolate Coated Strawberry Treats is not only fun to make, but will give you that perfect little snack you […]
Posted inGarden
Things to Do Now in Your Garden
Even though we are in the winter months, shrubs, plants and trees come alive in January. It’s a good time to test your soil for missing nutrients and then fertilize and amend accordingly. Inventory your garden seeds well before you start planting them and check to be sure they are for the winter month plantings. […]
Posted inAuto Talk
Need to Keep Your Vehicle Longer? Follow These Maintenance Tips
Supply shortages and production delays have made it tough to find a new car in 2021, which means many people might consider holding on to their vehicles for longer. In order to extend the life of their vehicles, many drivers may choose to conduct more maintenance at home, such as tire pressure checks, topping up […]