Spellbound

The swanlike cyclamen blossom appears suspended, as if hovering, its petals upswept as if searching.

"Beautiful and Glorious"

A tiny pine tree sprout, my heavenly reminder that there will be a day, one day, and that day will be a beautiful and glorious day.

Halloween 101: How To Avoid Becoming The Haunted House Of Lakewood-JBLM

Taking care of your home can be scary! Tackle those household demons with professional help this fall.

Beauty for Ashes

When the last of the laughter is heard today, and all have gone to their own homes tonight, I'll return, as I often do, to sit alone.

I Needed This

It wasn't about catching fish. It was about catching up.

On Going Back To School

In the adventuresome world of parenting, and of education, and of life, two matters most important to be addressed.

Along A Country Road

It was a fairytale moment in a whimsical place along a slow country road.

Traveling On

In Robert Frost's "Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening", I can identify with the lone wagon driver.

What Starts with 'D'?

'D' is for duck. And daisy. And Dutch. My wife was Dutch. And 'D' is for death.

$1 Movie Rental and Free Ice Cream Available to Xfinity Customers

Xfinity Rewards Members in Lakewood Can Celebrate National Couples Day with A $1 Movie Weekend Rental and Free Ben and Jerry’s Ice Cream

Lessons Among the Flowers

Opprobrium is not a flower's badge of honor. Awe is.

I'll Meet You at the River

As the others sang, tears streaked down my face. And, again, I had forgotten my handkerchief.

Financial Help for Families Impacted by Woodbrook Fire

It began as a brush fire that would destroy at least nine homes and take the lives of two men.

The Courage to Go On

A lesson for life while watering the flowers.

The Two Guests

Why must both sorrow and sadness, love and gladness be guests in our home?

Devastating Woodbrook Fire Main Topic at Tillicum Meeting

"Two people perished in this tragic incident and support has been established to assist those affected."

The Far Side Part II

Reflecting upon the loss of my wife to cancer after 50 wonderful years, I think how hiking to 'the far side' was so like our married life.

I'll Find Her Among the Flowers

One of the last places we were, where I heard her voice, felt her touch, enjoyed her conversation, or just sat saying nothing at all.

We Climbed the Mountain

One day we would climb another mountain. Steep and rocky was the terrain, the physical toil extremely hard, the emotional toll harder still.

An Ocean Without Water

The sign read, "Ocean Beach Access," but below that "No Water." What's an ocean without water?

A Breakwater Doesn't Stop the Tears

Breakwaters are purposed to reduce the intensity of wave action. But breakwaters don't stop tears.

Face to Face

It is said that you become a better plant partner to a plant you talk to everyday.

Two Must-Haves I Dare Not Leave Home Without

I admit that my life anymore is an open book, the pages tear stained. It's a sad story, at least this current chapter.

So Far Away

I wonder what she sees where she is, now so far away.

Pebbles in the Sand

We celebrated our 48th Wedding Anniversary in cancer treatment, hand-in-hand, battling together, a battle we would lose.

A Promise Made Is A Promise Kept

"Be mindful always of His promise." Do you know how hard that is?

The Beauty of Simple Things

Anymore, since she's been gone, it's the simple things, the God-reminder things, which bring tears even while smiling.

Crime and Violence in Tillicum

Featured presentation at tonight's meeting.

Essential Home Buying Terms: Navigating the Real Estate Process

Demystify some of the most important terms

Experience a Relaxing "Nearcation" at American Lake in Lakewood.

Summer is here

Exploring Mount Rainier from Lakewood

Embrace the Beauty of a Nearcation

Morning By Morning

They are there, these reminders. God give me eyes to see.

"No Events"

My oldest daughter and I sat in church yesterday wiping away tears.

Fireworks Near Me: Lakewood, JBLM July 4th Events 2023

Patch has your complete guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Lakewood and JBLM

In Cahoots in Heaven

The first day of spring my wife left the beauty of this earth for heaven's beauty following her long battle with cancer but left me a gift.

Hire A Lakewood-JBLM Area Pro To Clean Your Home Today!

Getting things done around the house has never been easier.

Empowering Emily

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) Triumphs Over Depression

Lakewood-JBLM Area Pros Are Ready To Help Tackle Your Dirty Work ​—​ Literally

Finding and hiring top-rated house cleaners, junk removal pros and more has never been easier.

Seeking support for family of youth gunshot victim in Tillicum

Sixteen-year-old Desmin Jarrett died of a gunshot wound this past Thursday evening.

July 4th Fireworks 2023 Around Lakewood And JBLM

Patch has your complete guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Lakewood and JBLM