A Cancer Writing Journal Finds Life in Renton

While death was delivered, a wonderful birth occured in a cancer writing journal when words were put to paper.

Spring Arts Equinox

Calling all artists and art supporters - come to the Spring Arts Equinox and help to further the thriving art and cultural movement in Renton.

Fiery Passion of the Heart

In prAta Yoga, we continue to explore backbending.

Heart Health Month: Kids Need a Heart Healthy Diet Too

The American Academy of Pediatrics Committee on Nutrition recommends that healthy children age 2 and older also follow a diet low in fat.

I Love Backbends

Starting February 9th in prAta Yoga we will focus on Ustrasana, camel pose for 5 weeks.

Get to Know the Ellis Pond Community

"Get to Know Your Community" by Ken Urman

Moving On: Letting go of the old makes room for the new

Last week we received the news of Renton Western Wear’s pending closure. It is the most recent in a dramatic sequence of downtown Renton closures.

An Interesting Conversation of One

An ongoing post office conversation created fear for some, but caused me to consider another possibility.

Relax and Concentrate

It may be counter-intuitive that to focus one must let go. The popular image of a yoga practitioner is one who has complete control of their body, mind and emotions.

IT’S A GREAT TIME TO SELL OR BUY A HOME

Whether you are buying or selling, I advise patience and good counsel. If you have been waiting for the right time to list your home, please let me assure you that the time has come.

Thyroid disorders strike women five to eight times more often than men

January is Thyroid Awareness Month. Did you know that thyroid disorders strike women five to eight times more often than men?

With diligent practice there is a strengthening

Preview of this Saturday's prAta Yoga class at Maya Whole Health Studio.

Circle of Giving Awards

Circle of Giving Award presented to Allied Arts of Renton

Carrying a Life Lesson Backpack to Renton

The Martin Luther King Jr. holiday and Barack Obama Inauguration are symbolic of historical lessons received in Memphis, Tennessee and brought to Renton.

Equilibrium and Equanimity

What are you aligning to? Diligent practice and release from reward and punishment bring equilibrium and equanimity.

Get to Know the East Seattle Community

Get to Know the Community is a series about the neighborhoods surrounding Lake Washington.

The Lone Voice Often Speaks the Loudest

An elderly man seemingly wanting to be left alone, caused a community to put their shades on but needed the most help of all.

K-9 Veterans Day ideas for March 13, 2013

They Served to Save They Deserve to be Remembered.

A Positive and Aware Choice

Yoga practice gives us another path: “A positive and aware choice that filters out by selective concentration all that is irrelevant to one’s intention.” (Doug Keller, The Heart of the Yogi)

Smart Snacks Under 100 Calories

A lot of us have New Years’ resolutions that involve eating less badly. Here are a few of our favorite ways to snack smart. [Infographic]

Keeping Food Local: Community Gardening in Renton

Locally grown food has so many advantages over the same kinds food grown far away... Buying food grown locally means supporting farmers who will in turn support your local economy...

Presenting our 2013 Carco Artist Exhibit Series!

The artists who show their work at the Carco Theater are local and very creative. Here is the schedule so you can make plans too see these showings and support our local talent!

Mortgage Debt Relief Act extended to end of 2013!!!

Mortgage Debt Relief Act has been extended till the end of 2013, potentially saving many homeowners tens of thousands in taxes due from a short sale.

My Eyes are Wide Open

A young boy without a coat, and a Family Liason within our community opened my eyes to the needs of others around me often overlooked.

Triumph of the Commons in Two Tales

The story of stone soup has inspired children to share for generations. Stone soup is that folk tale of people with limited resources not realizing the value of the resources that they actually have.

Red and Green

I love so many things about the holidays: traditions, giving, special food, spending time with family… For a lot of people connected to the Sandy Hook Elementary massacre, the holidays will have

BRAVO! Renton Municipal Arts Commission Presents Awards at City Council

Three Bravo Awards presented at City Council by the Renton Arts Commission - in recognition of contributions to Renton's Art and Cultural vitality.

Get to Know the Island Point Community

This post is the first in a series offering insights into the unique characteristics of specific neighborhoods on Mercer Island and surrounding Lake Washington.

Join The National Effort to Make March 13th of Every Year K-9 Veterans' Day

Things certainly changed by the time Vietnam, came to be. That is the only war where the dogs were declared “surplus equipment”, and left behind.

Beer Blog: Spices Signal Arrival Of The Holidays

An occasional blog about what's on tap in Renton.

Buying Local and Community Building

Faces light up with recognition when I walk into a number of small businesses around Renton; I’m known by name. It’s a refreshing experience, and one I realize I’ve been missing.

10 Ideas for Keeping Holidays Local

Why waste gas and fight crowds to shop for the holidays? You don’t have to look any farther than our Renton community to find quality, unique, meaningful holiday gifts. Here are ten ways you can...

Grocery Outlet Coming Soon to Skyway!

Jeff, Dan and Erin McNeil attended a West Hill Business Association meeting on November 20, at Lakeside Bistro to talk about their new store.

ER Nurse: Tips To Avoid Turkey M.I., Christmas Coronary & New Years Heart Attack

Although joyous, the holiday season can pose many risks to our health. Here are some tips to avoid a “Turkey M-I,” from someone who has seen it all: an ER nurse.

Dangerous Intersection: Renton Ave. S. and S.W. Victoria

Have you ever had a close call at Renton Ave. S. and S.W. Victoria going towards Renton with cars turning left from S.W. Victoria to Renton Ave. S.?

Certificate of Proclamation...Designating March 13 of Every Year K-9 Veterans' Day

I am asking you to go to your local, state, and federal legislatures and obtain proclamations from them designating March 13 as K-9 Veterans’ Day.

Things to Love About Skyway: Volunteerism

We had our West Hill Community Association fall cleanup on Saturday, October 27, yet in very bad weather, a few of us accomplished a lot.

Petition to The Seattle Times to Stop Savings Source Ad Littering

The Seattle Times contracts with advertisers to deliver over 700,000 plastic-wrapped, Seattle Savings Source ads, which end up littering our neighborhoods.

Review: October 24 Candidates Forum at Skyway VFW

Our local Skyway VFW and King County Library System held a forum for election candidates on October 24. It was well-attended by candidates.

Stocks Close Down for the Week – Meanwhile the Fiscal Cliff Approaches

In today's column we update you on the past week market activity and take a closer look at the upcoming "Fiscal Cliff" and how much more you will pay in taxes. See how this effects you.