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holiday values

How to Use the Holiday Spirit to Instill Meaningful Values in Children

As Thanksgiving approaches, hearts are filled with warmth and the spirit of giving. It’s a time to cherish moments with loved ones and reflect on all of life’s positive aspects. While it’s common for families to focus on turkey feasts and football games … read more

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Holidays in the ‘Hood

Alderbrook Resort & Spa is a gem of hospitality set on the south shore of Hood Canal right here in our neighborhood. Special occasions or simple afternoons on the canal remind us of the splendor of our ‘hood. Once you discover Alderbrook, you … read more

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taco casserole

Taco Casserole Recipe for a No-Fuss, Weeknight Dinner

Whether it’s shuttling the little ones to their afterschool activities or helping older students cram for their exams, families get super busy when the kids are in school. But that doesn’t mean you can’t regularly sit down together for weeknight dinners. “Parent-chefs can … read more

Cameo Boutique

Cameo Boutique Celebrates 40 Years

Cameo Boutique in Union may be situated off the beaten path, but this cozy store attracts visitors and locals alike. Located on the water, the 40-year-old business has developed a loyal customer base who bring in new business by word of mouth. Customer … read more

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VRF Heat Pump

Exploring Hybrid Heating as an Alternative for Your Home

As temperatures dip, homeowners are shifting their attention to keeping their indoor spaces comfortable during the cooler months. However, many conventional heating and cooling systems can be very inefficient to operate, causing your utility bill to soar — especially in the winter. What’s … read more

(Photo courtesy Lisa Sarfati)

Designing a Butler’s Pantry

The only thing better than a pantry is a butler’s pantry. There are different ways to define a butler’s pantry, according to Bainbridge interior designer Molly McCabe. It can be just about anything, such as a mudroom or a place to arrange flowers. … read more

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tex-mex sweetpotato beef skillet

Recipe for Sweet Potato Beef Skillet, Tex-Mex Style

For busy families, it’s hard to beat a one-skillet dish that cuts down on cleanup without sacrificing flavor. Especially during the hectic fall season when cool, crisp days call for comforting food, you can warm up the evening with a hot Tex-Mex meal … read more

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keeping baby safe

How to Prepare Your Home for Your Newborn’s Arrival

If you’ve started planning for the arrival of your little one, you’re probably already noticing potential dangers in your home — from exposed plug sockets to loose electrical cords. Before your baby becomes mobile and starts exploring all the hidden areas of your … read more

Port Gamble Paranormal

Port Gamble and Its Long-Term Residents

For more than 100 years, Port Gamble was the heart and the soul of the country’s lumber production. Today, many believe much of the town’s original population …hasn’t left. One of the state’s oldest settlements and the former home of one of the … read more

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