The pandemic gave rise to a variety of hobbies, and one of them was houseplants. A survey of 1,250 American adults by Trees.com found that 1 in 4 plant owners started collecting houseplants as a pandemic hobby. Among this group, Gen Zers were more likely to be new to plant keeping. The study also show […]
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A Sweet St. Patrick’s Day — Mint Pie Recipe
Even if you’re not Irish, a green treat like this Luck o’ the Irish Mint Pie can get you and your guests into the festive spirit. With enough seasonal flavor to go around, this recipe makes two pies, so be sure to cut every leprechaun a generous portion. Find more festive recipes at Culinary.net. Luck […]
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Five Ways to Reach Your Financial Goals in 2022
Make 2022 the year you achieve a level of financial wellness that you have always striven for. Whether your goals involve spending less, saving more or any number of things, it’s never too late to start working toward them. It may seem daunting, but balancing your finances doesn’t have to be the scary feat it […]
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Empty Bowls on March 5 to Raise Funds for Local Kids
“Because no child should go hungry,” Altrusa of Gig Harbor is working hard to make sure the children of this area don’t. In collaboration with about 20 local pottery artists, the Altrusa Empty Bowls committee is holding its annual fundraiser on March 5 to try and prevent hunger among children in our local community. Empty […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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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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. […]
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Cooking Swaps to Help You Manage Cholesterol (Plus Two Recipes)
When cooking, keep in mind small changes that can make a big impact on heart health. High cholesterol is one of the major controllable risk factors for heart disease and stroke, with about 38 percent of American adults diagnosed with high cholesterol, according to the American Heart Association. It can be managed by getting levels […]