ChildDrenched is a blog for people who are struggling with infertility and wondering about adoption. It touches on emotional and practical issues that I faced as an adoptive mother years ago.
How does it feel when you find yourself on the wrong side of someone’s line in the sand? The author shares her reaction to dropping from relatives’ A-lists.
So — you are a Native American, Lutheran, Rural ,Liberal, middle-aged woman. So what? Can anyone say anything about you from those labels?
This is the time of year when many students have "Spring Break." Sometimes parents need their own spring break.
Next week the computer models are hinting at the possibility of thunderstorms in our area. This is hit and miss (especially that far out) but if it is a “hit” why get your name in the paper.
Hot dogs with cream cheese are considered to be a Seattle specialty. Have you ever had one?
Hi, This is an interesting note from the NWS about this March---
During the worst disasters some people actually benefit. For example, the owners of a hardware store that is undamaged by a hurricane, the makers of weapons during war, sandbag manufacturers, etc.
When the sun crosses the vernal equinox, it's time to clean up the clutter in our homes, yards and calendars. Read how this author tackled the task.
If you break it, you own it. Where have we heard that before? Lots of places: Our parents; Colin Powell; the lady who owns the china shop...
Can a Rorschach test or Yoga lead to better parenting?
For those Patch readers who want to keep things simple — and inexpensive.
Remember the fable of the blind men and the elephant? Each one felt a different part of the elephant and each one came to different conclusions about what an elephant was.
From sales volume to waterfront homes sold, some definite signs the real estate market is recovering her on Mercer Island and in the Puget Sound region.
Can a lifelong runner find benefits from walking? The author learns that pounding the pavement with good friends provides much more than tone tummies.
The good news about the sunlight from the Sun is that we can’t control it so we can’t engage in endless (and mostly useless) political arguments about it.
Chocolate can reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, increase insulin resistance and lower blood pressure by increasing blood flow
Have you seen these quirky tree sweaters?
How to dress up a boring table with fabric and ribbons
Do you have days where any hiccup in precision timing could derail the whole "campaign?"
Well — we need to understand radiation to discuss climate change, but the good news is that we already know everything we need to know from everyday experience.
Coffee consumption can reduce depression risk in women, decrease suicide risk in woman and help prevent a myriad of diseases in all!
Inspired by the celebrated film "The Help," this author takes a moment to reflect on the “village” that helped raise her own four children.
A meditation on examining upholstery.
Style Versus Design — what is the difference? Here's some definitions for the uninitiated.
MCM art
Miss me? Mid-Century Modern Love wants your vote in the Apartment Therapy 2012 Homies Contest!
It's a dangerous experiment of mankind's making, but go out on the street and listen carefully — not even a squeak of protest can be heard.
A simple breakfast can significantly lower your blood pressure! Eat cereal 7 days a week and can reduce your hypertension.
Do dads differ from moms when it comes to enforcing family rules?
Just when I thought we were out of the woods (after all, the daffodils are coming up already) old man winter looks to be coming back this weekend.
Somewhere between Tiger Moms and the French ladies who are Bringing up Bebe stand members of the Mean Mommies club, who believe that rules and accountability help create good kids.
As a Realtor, I’ve worked closely with many clients both buying and selling homes, and seen firsthand what gets noticed, what doesn’t, and what really draws people in. These are my tips.
Chronic stress can literally destroy the body and shorten our life. Don't stress, just read to find out how.
Valentine's Day and love stories go hand in hand. So, for your February reading pleasure, here are three very good novels each with a different love story to tell.
A look back at the Seattle Times' "Home of the Month" feature
With the power back on and the sound of chain saws winding down, it does not hurt to examine what our insurance policies would pay for in the big “what if” insurance claim.
Pity the poor girl with three older brothers that are worried about her facing boys like them in middle school. However, the author details the benefits of knowing that big brother is watching.
Mercer Island is a lovely place — even when the snow falls — with some nice homes featured every week on "House Hunt"
When I said to my kids, "Do I look like your Sherpa?" I was speaking to them in the ancient sarcastic language of "Mom" now parodied in a series of videos titled, "Sh*t Moms Say."