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Life in the San Juan Islands, located a 90-minute drive northwest of Seattle, revolves aroun… Read more
In 1819, Donald McKenzie was exploring the Snake River for the Hudson’s Bay Company when he came to its confluence with another river. Unsure of its origin, he sent three members of his fur trapping expedition to further explore the river. They never returned. Read more
Every afternoon, Amtrak’s eastbound Empire Builder pulls out of Portland’s Union Station headed through the Columbia Gorge to Spokane where, in the wee hours of the morning, it hooks up to the train originating in Seattle. Read more
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Back when I was a newbie gardener, I planted marigolds in April. The nursery had them for sa… Read more
With spring almost here, it’s time to start thinking about planning out our vegetable garden… Read more
February is the shortest month of the year, so why does it always feel like it’s the longest? Read more
I began writing for Northwest50Plus back in 2003 when it was NW Senior News. I remember how unqualified I felt, writing for seniors — people with so much more life experience. Read more
A few months ago, I stopped at a neighborhood garage sale and a decorative sign caught my eye. No doubt this sign was a vintage-themed Christmas decoration given the weathered red-and-green-colored letters that spelled out, “It’s the most wonderful time of the year.” The price was right and the sentiment, well, it was perfect. Read more
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