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Potential adoptive parents may appreciate hearing personal accounts of adoption journeys answering questions and making the process seem less daunting.
Last time you learned that through everyday experience you already know that air can expand and compress, and that expanding air cools and compressing air heats.
Today's college graduates are heading home in droves. Read about a new book delving into this "adultescent" trend, and how it contrasts to the author's "character-building" experience.
Some celebrities have interesting perspectives on their own adoption experiences which may enlighten those who are considering adoption.
Warm Air Rises and Cold Air Sinks — Doesn’t it? Part I
Imagine the life-long emotional roller coaster of having twin boys, one healthy and the other with brain damage. This is Buzz Bissinger's 30-year journey and story.
What's a mother to do with a gear head who has a need for speed? This author shows that love means learning how to change your mind.
Families can learn about life and love from a wonderful pet. This blog is a tribute to our dog and may help others cope with losing their pet.
The Bellevue "Ravine Experience" made possible by the newly opened suspension bridge.
Jerry Gropp's thoughts on home design.
Replace my NOOK "Color" with the new NOOK "Tablet"?
Yet another reason to read the New York Times.
Celebrating it's 5th year, opening day for the Mercer Island Farmers Market is June 10.
You're not supposed to use aliases on Patch, but commenters do it anyways. So that begs the question: Who's PatchBlogging?
Here's a very interesting story in the New York Times on why "walkability" matters in your neighborhood.
Men from everywhere! Are there not many things connected with this Territory and its climate which will favorably compare with any portion of the world in which it has been your lot to tarry?
Potential adoptive parents may worry about finding the perfect match and who may choose them to raise their child.
Have you read Fifty Shades of Grey? Read this author's take on the hype about this popular tome of “mommy porn.”
The Supreme Court will soon rule on the legality of requiring everyone to purchase health insurance.
Ravine Homes- There are lots of them on Mercer Island- and I've designed more than a few of these homes on our hilly rock out in the middle of Lake Washington.
Adoptive parents may be worried about how to love and care for an adopted child before the child joins their family.
iPad Pilots
A rather complicated round deck that I built on one of our Mercer Island homes. I pride myself that I can build anything I design. Not every architect can say this. J-
A long-ago, faraway job.
A tribute to my mother in honor of Mother's Day and to celebrate all mothers.
Some Mercer Island Schools may well need replacing. Here's one- East Seattle.
Perhaps the thing to do is- "Remodel your Mercer Island Home Purchase"- rather than look for one that's been already remodeled.
As it turns out, women who are too nice can get involved in bullying, and nice guys do finish last. But would society really suffer if men used a little more honey and women a little more vinegar?
As to: "Thinking Before Remodeling- Always a Good Idea"- no matter what you have in mind doing. You may well live in your home for many years before you need/want to sell.
Adoption: Parents may need some perspective when dealing with a long wait for a child.
If you order online through a wire service (1-800-Flowers, Dove, Just Flowers, etc.) you will pay about 30% to them just for taking your order.
Couples waiting to adopt may need to reach out for help in the search for a birthmother sooner rather than later.
Tackling the problem of Global Climate Change, by its very nature of affecting the global climate, is way too big a problem for any of us to handle by ourselves
Several recent studies have proved the power of music to enliven and cheer the elderly. So what effect will today’s tunes have on future generations?
Think Before You Remodel—Tips to Consider Before Changing Your Home.
Potential adoptive parents may be apprehensive about how their adopted child will be accepted in their community.
Calorie reduction is the best diet when getting ready to wear that swim suit by the pool
Last week Republicans and Democrats had "Mommygate," the latest tussle over the economic interests of mothers.
Parents often worry about how to tell their child that they were adopted and what the reaction might be.