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.
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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-
Some Mercer Island Schools may well need replacing. Here's one- East Seattle.
A long-ago, faraway job.
A tribute to my mother in honor of Mother's Day and to celebrate all mothers.
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.
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?"