My tribute to the World Trade Center's families and all who have been impacted by the tragedy.
Check out the Mexican food truck on the corner of Purdy Drive and Highway 302.
My happy addition of orchids in the home.
Great egg-spectations for back yard chickens.
A list of the best burgers in our area. Did your favorite make the cut?
A perfect pumpkin cookie recipe just in time for fall.
The incredible new way of making popcorn involving only popcorn kernels, oil, and a pan. It’s unbelievable! It makes popcorn…with no microwave involved!!!
Welcome Wilco to your new home in Gig Harbor.
A great cake to make for the Labor Day Weekend.
I have made it a few times using a few different recipes and so far this is my favorite.
Garlic EVERYTHING can be found at this aromatic celebration of all things garlic.
Do you ever tell your kids not to play with their food? At the Gross Out Olympics, they take playing with your food to a whole new level!
Pondering the various cultures here in America and abroad.
Mulling over various ways to get from point A to point B.
Tacoma Artwalk and free admission to Museum of Glass, Washington State History Museum, and Tacoma Art Museum make for a perfect, and perfectly affordable, evening for the whole family.
Enjoying summer even if it's a few weeks long.
Local Boys Fruit & Produce and Ray’s Meat Market share a building and a goal: to offer fresh, high-quality products with a superior level of customer service.
There is something about the summertime that brings up a feeling of nostalgia. The mind can be fickle and only certain moments can become memories. Which moments will my children hold as significant?
Kayaking in Point Defiance Park's Owen Beach with a simple picnic lunch.
Chickpea sauté with Greek yogurt.
Peninsula Seahawks at 60 (or near 60) gather to celebrate a day without rain.
A friendship patched through cyberspace.
Gig Harbor's Paradise Theater is featuring Cinderella. It's a must see for any young girls!
Why returning to the summit of Mount Ellinor is my new goal.
The many uses of garlic for medicinal and culinary purposes.
All you need for an Adventure Day is an open mind and a spontaneous spirit. No plans allowed!
Loaded with butter and simply irresistible. It is not vegan, and it is not healthy.
The toll takes a toll on many.
Howl with the wolves while satisfying your “inner wolf” with a giant submarine sandwich.
If you are like me and occasionally need an escape from civilization but don’t have time to drive half the day, McCormick Forest Park is a remarkable oasis.
Republicans on the County Council (including the representative of our District 7, Councilmember Flemming) introduced a plan to reduce its number of seats from 7 to 5.
I hope every child experiences that feeling I had when watching the first lift-off of the Space Shuttle.
Too many zucchinis in your garden? Here's how to pickle them.
A great twist on deviled eggs.
One part fear, two parts fun; The Warrior Dash came to Washington this weekend. Here's a personal account right from the trenches.
Should kids be banned from some restaurants? We are taking advantage of a weekend without the kids for some adult-centric local dining.
Vacationing where you live!
Summer Arts Festival: A highlight of July!
A comparison between Android and iPhone from personal experience.