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Halloween travel: Spookiest places to see
I have to admit, my idea of vacation involves quiet, serene, peaceful and warm places where relaxation is…
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Yoga sessions educate young bodies at Nautilus Elementary
Fifth-grade teacher Debi Koch aims to educate the minds and bodies of students in her class at Nautilus…
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Day of the Dead and its impact on Latino culture | Column
I remember growing up in a somewhat religious home. Born into an environment where the values of our…
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Forget about politics and follow family mantras
By definition, I’m not a boisterous political person.
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FW pet owners: Are you prepared for an emergency?
Natural disasters like Hurricane Katrina, and more recently Hurricane Gustav, have disrupted the lives of millions.
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Meredith Hill Elementary preschool blends typical and special needs
When Robin McLarty began looking into preschool options for her daughter about seven years ago, the search stopped…
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Simple ways to give yourself a daily boost
These are a few of my favorite suggestions for boosting mood and improving overall well-being with a few…
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Plant your bulbs now for blossoms in the spring
The second week of October is time to think about spring. Now is a good time to plant…
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Alaska vacations: From Kodiak to Wasilla | Travel Talk
The great thing about Alaska is that it offers a myriad of choices in the ways you can…
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Why gender matters: Education vs. the wiring of boys and girls
In recent years, scientists have discovered that biologically differences between girls and boys are more profound than anybody…
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Social group caters to local atheist and agnostic parents
Social networking is a tool that has become easier to use with Web sites like Meetup.com.
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Arachnophobia in FW: Creepy-crawly capers
One diminutive six-letter utterance strikes terror in the hearts of men, women and children alike.
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It’s OK to have breasts on your mind
Breasts are on the minds of many folks lately as medical officials and non-profits spread the word during…
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Acquaintance rape: How to stay safe
Any parent of a teenager knows that even the most responsible of teens can be impulsive at times.
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Survivors celebrate life after breast cancer
It was a windy day in June and Barbara Purdom struggled to hold down her feathery pink boa.
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Massage for the Cure benefits breast cancer research
Monday will be a day for folks to relax and do a good deed for charity at the…
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‘Swear jar’ helps pay for other people’s junk | Column
Recently, I found myself lured into the activity center at the annual St. Vincent de Paul Fall Festival.
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Free dinner and information night caters to local Latino families
The City of Federal Way is inviting the Latino community to gather together from 6 to 9 p.m.…
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A few tips for an Alaska trip
While the 2008 Alaska cruise and tour season is coming to an end, now is the best time…