Geeking out at the BAM George Nelson exhibit.
This weekend I watched a generation of grandchildren try to comprehend a "life celebration" in the midst of the death of their grandmother.It was an ending and a beginning at the same time.
The next installment of a fictional account on political infighting that split the state in two.
Computer models show that the Puget Sound Lowlands are “flirting with a snow pattern” from now until next weekend.
How can we teach our kids that the $100 they want for Nikes could change the future for a Latin American family? How do we tell a college-age child to stop "milking it"?
In an alternate reality, Washington state divides itself into two states.
Slow down and enjoy the leaves at these five spots on Mercer Island before they're gone — I've shared some photos from our garden of our autumn delights — best time of the year!
Did you know the largest source of pollution in Lake Washington and the Puget Sound is rainwater runoff from your property?
Hiding from Halloween? What if I don't volunteer for the classroom party? What if I don't drag out the home decorations? What if I just eat the candy? Does this make me a "slacker mom?"
How the World Trade Organization riots in Seattle and a pair of cantankerous twins — who later became Olympia politicians — ruined my aspirations of public service.
My reasons for voting NO on I-1125
Just in time for Halloween parties, a sugar cookie recipe that's dairy free! Go ahead, have fun decorating sugar cookies and eating them too!
Is your book group stuck in a muck of depressing reads?
Humans (that includes most of us) like to feel important and that leads to “tasty gossip tidbits” being “augmented” in the retelling.
Why do women mobilize battalions to help those recovering from crises, while men seem to think a fifth of Scotch will suffice?
The Twins and I go way back and I suppose they would hardly call me one of their best friends, but I did go up to their house to play.
What color do you paint kitchen cabinets?
Banged-up thrift furniture? Restore it!
A look at the bold patterns and bright, post-modern floral designs from the iconic Finnish printmaker and how they're a perfect match for a Mid-Century Modern-style home.
It's October and time to start baking with pumpkin. I'm sharing how I turn these volumptious gourds of sweetness into delicious and nutritious Pumpkin Muffins that are gluten free and vegan.
Does reading aloud to your kids really help them develop a love of reading? Or, should we model by reading alone? Find out about how much reading moms actually do each week.
It's hard not to love those home-ware designs from Target (especially the price) — but are they borrowing a little too much from West Elm?
A Craigslist 'bonfire' sale gets wet. Hilarity ensues.
They tell me this is a humorous book, but I don’t see it. Not one scintilla.
While studying snowflakes in the Cascades, I had plenty of time to wonder why politics are so different, west vs. east. I'll serialize parts of my book on this in future blogs.
Wonder what the mothers of Amanda Knox and Meredith Kercher were thinking?
Why going bold with more orange will make you smile :-)
A meditation on (and lust for) Mid-Century Modern furniture.
We're in the final week of the Farmer's Market and it's time for some Butternut Squash Soup to celebrate this fall season.
International Walk to School Day, Wednesday October 5th. West Mercer and Lakeridge Elementary Schools are participating.
Exploring Smirky, Roy Lichtenstein, and the world of pop art.
There are a number of ways to get away from the rain in home design.
A good way to create the best kind of homes in our communities involves residential architects and skilled homebuilders working together doing custom homes
Get ready to flip over my latest pancake creation! ;-) Quick, easy and healthy for you, even if you have food sensitivities or allergies!
School is back in full swing. Did you know that at least three elementry school busses come through the heart of down town Mercer Island every morning and afternoon?
How to install new baseboards, with a little help from my husband.
What to do about removing wallpaper backing
The many people moving here from sunnier places (most are) have to learn how to deal with Seattle's rainy coastal climate.
Discovering deals at the Habitat for Humanity Outlet.
Tips on how to get the best results on painting with bold colors in your home.