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Love is in the air …

Along with the many gatherings and all the gift giving among families and friends, the holidays are also a popular time for those surprise—or possibly expected—wedding proposals to occur.

For those who said “yes” over the Christmas season, you’ve most certainly already started to think about the big day, and one of the biggest questions the newly engaged couple may be asking themselves is the location to wed.

In our February issue, as many couples are opting for that destination wedding to tie the knot, we’ve compiled some great choices that are sure to wow the happy couple—and their guests.

For those who don’t have nuptials on their minds but rather a mid-winter getaway, this month’s travel story takes our readers to Whistler, British Columbia, home to one of the largest ski resorts in North America.

If travel plans are not in your future but still looking for something to get you out of the house and your mind off the cold, you can check out some

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Q&A WITH MARTHA MENDENHALL

great events happening close to home in our arts and entertainment section—and more events can be found in our online calendar.

This month’s Q&A with Martha Mendenhall, track and field world champion, is sure to inspire.

Shriners Hospitals for Children in Spokane, Washington, provides superior specialized treatment for children through age 18 through a caring and nurturing approach, serving families in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana and parts of Canada. Read more about the wonderful work they are doing in this month’s feature story.

And of course, we can’t forget that February 14 marks Valentine’s Day, and you’ll find a sweet recipe you can make at home that’s perfect for the occasion.

Thanks to 2020 being a leap year, be sure to take the time to enjoy the extra day this month.

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tricks of the trade SIMPLE DESIGN TIPS FOR YOUR HOME

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esign is personal. However, in my 30 years of designing homes, I have found some common details that work well for almost every home. These simple tricks will make your home glamorous.

1. Curtains take the edge off and create warmth—literally and figuratively. Solid fabric or textures are best. Buy the best material you can, and make sure it is lined. Hang your curtains as tall as you can, and don’t let them float more than .25 inches off the floor. I prefer to hang the rod directly between the top of the window trim and the ceiling. It will absolutely make your room feel larger. Double curtain panels on each side of the window, in most cases, for fullness. Place them no more than 6 inches overlapping the actual window.

2. Tall shower curtains make an impact. Buy the tallest ones you can. Eighty-four or 96 inches is best. Seventy-two inches is too low and, unfortunately, is the size most stores sell. Look for the larger sizes online. Neutrals work best. If you can’t find a taller height, use a drapery curtain with a shower liner under it. Shower rings will hold both the curtain and the liner on the rod together.

3. Accent walls. Go for neutrals, and keep them in the same color family as your overall wall color. Look for a shade at least three to four colors darker than your base color. I paint accents in one wall in a narrow hall, or at the end of the hall, to create dimension. I use them on fireplace walls, headboard walls, the back wall of a kitchen, and on one stair wall as a backdrop for art.

4. Lighting. Wall sconces, chandeliers and under-cabinet lighting will add dimension and warmth to your home. Your lamps are the “jewelry” of your house, so spend the money and buy the best. Target lamps look cheap. Take your time and buy something well made with a shade that has a texture and color like black or linen, not stark white.

5. Area rugs come in all shapes and prices. Polypropylene carpets are inexpensive, but they are mostly very flat and do not feel good under foot unless they have a nice wool and rubber pad under them. If you buy one, make sure it isn’t shiny.

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Stay away from “art silk.” It looks beautiful, and feels soft, but you will never get it clean. If you buy a cheap wool rug, you can bet it is going to shed forever and might not be the best bargain after all.

Handmade carpets are the best investment. They will last a lifetime. Better made carpets have longer carpet fibers and do not shed. They clean much easier than cheap ones, so don’t think you are saving money by spending less assuming your pet will ruin it. You will just be replacing it and buying it twice. After all, sheep live in the dirt and muck, and their natural oils repel most things.

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Trending DESTINATION WEDDINGS All the places to say “I do”

By Abigail Thorpe

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ove is in the air this month, and so what better time to start dreaming up the ideal wedding—or should we say vacation? A quarter of all U.S. weddings are now destination weddings, and there’s a reason this trend is on the rise.

Whether it’s to escape the cold (or the heat), provide a more central location for far flung family and friends, or simply do something different, destination weddings let a couple spend more on the experience and less on the production.

The majority of destination weddings take place in the U.S., and from tropics to desert, mountains to coast, there are options for the most nature-loving and city-seeking, and all those in between. Here are some top picks for wedding destinations—whatever the time of year you choose to say, “I do.”

Cozumel, Mexico Situated on the Yucatan Peninsula in the Caribbean, this little island is a literal paradise. With one of the largest coral reef systems in the world and various nature reserves like the Chankanaab National Park, there is lots of natural beauty to explore and tropical beaches to relax on. For those who need a break from nature, charming and colorful downtown San Miguel is a vacationer’s dream. If you’re into cutting the thought and work out of it, several all-inclusive resorts on the island ensure you don’t have to worry about much of anything—except making your return flight.

When to go: December through February is the best time to visit to miss the high temps and the storms, but beware, this is also high season.

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There’s a reason the island is such a popular wedding destination—waterfalls, rainbows, pristine beaches and some of the best surfing around make Maui the ideal spot to escape for a bit.

Maui, Hawaii

Las Vegas, Nevada

There’s a reason the island is such a popular wedding destination—waterfalls, rainbows, pristine beaches and some of the best surfing around make Maui the ideal spot to escape for a bit. Grab some sun on the world-famous beaches while the more adventurous tackle snorkeling, surfing or golf, and it doesn’t get much better than a fresh seafood wedding dinner.

And to top it off? Maui’s pleasant in every season.

No shocker, the Marriage Capital of the World is also the most popular destination wedding location in the U.S. Dozens of some of the world’s most glamorous hotels, restaurants, nightclubs and theaters within walking distance of each other make this an adult’s dream playground. And if the neon lights and glitzy casinos aren’t your idea of an ideal wedding locale, there are many beautiful (and peaceful) locations within an easy drive of the strip, so you can have the best of both worlds.

When to go: Anytime.

Park City, Utah If your dream wedding includes snow, you can’t find a much more charming place than Park City. With four world-class ski resorts and a cute mining-town-turned-upscale-resort destination, you and your guests don’t have to go far to find everything you need for the dream weekend away. The town is just as cute in summer, when hiking and biking replace winter play. And with Salt Lake City airport just 40 minutes away, getting there is stress-free, even in winter.

When to go: December through April, June through September.

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When to go: Spring or early December, avoid holiday weekends and summer.

Napa and Sonoma Valley, California A wedding week filled with some of the best wine and food in the world—who could ask for more? Add in some breathtaking scenic drives, charming vineyards and boutique accommodations, and you won’t need to bring much to make it one romantic wedding.

When to go: Summer and October.

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Palm Springs, California

White sand beaches, a vibrant nightlife, diverse shopping and dining and southern charm make the Keys an ideal wedding destination.

From Key Largo to Key West, there’s plenty to keep you occupied, whether it’s exploring the various underwater sea life or strolling through the charming city streets with their colorful southern homes.

If a winter wedding without the coat sounds refreshing, Palm Springs is the destination. The city exudes relaxation with its golf courses, stylish hotels, spas and shopping. Everything seems to move slower, while the sun colors the city’s exquisite mid-century architecture a pale pink. It’s like a refreshing trip to the ‘50s and ‘60s.

When to go: December through April to miss the summer heat, but this is also high season. May and June can be nice as well, just skip the spring break crowd.

When to go: January through April.

Mackinac Island, Michigan

In true New England style, Newport offers a high-class taste of the Atlantic. Huge mansions built by turn-of-the-century tycoons from New York and Boston provide scenic locations for a wedding, while shopping, dining and sailing provide plenty of activity for the out-oftowner.

Situated between the upper and lower peninsulas in Michigan, this national historic landmark is chock full of charm. The island is car free, but bicycles and horse-drawn carriage make for a much more romantic destination. The architecture spans three centuries, giving you plenty of options when it comes to classic Victorian mansions or Colonial revival-style for accommodations.

When to go: May and October are the prettiest months without all of the summer crowds.

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When to visit: Summer or shoulder season. The Newport Jazz Festival in August is a nice attraction but makes for a busy weekend.

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Tacoma TACOMA ADVENTURES AWARD-WINNING AUTHORS HIGHLIGHT TACOMA WITH CHILDLIKE PERSPECTIVE

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tuart closed his eyes and took in the crisp marine air. He thought of all the things he loved about his home city,” writes Julie Glen in a new children’s book called “Tacoma Adventures.” The book highlights many beautiful aspects of Tacoma through the eyes of Stuart the raccoon, who, with the help of his friends and his grandpa, has to write a report about his home city.

Discouraged at first, Stuart is taken on a series of adventures by his grandpa, where he visits several wonderful places in Tacoma.

Following Stuart throughout the city, we are filled with glee by art that captures some of our favorite places. Reading the book brings to mind fond memories of days spent lying in the grass at our favorite parks or eating at some of our most delectable restaurants. At the end of his “Tacoma Adventures,” Stuart knows just what to say about his wonderful city! It is the general consensus that out of all the cities Stuart could have written about, he had found “the best city of all.”

The author, Nancy Glen, and her sister, Julia Glen, were inspired to write and illustrate the book because of their love of local community. “Tacoma Adventures” is part of a larger series that was originally written about local communities in Southern California, where Julia now lives. Having won an award from the San Diego Book Awards in Children’s Fiction, both sisters decided to write about the cities in Washington where they grew up and where Nancy still lives. Being fourth generation Tacomians, the obvious choice for their first local adventure was Tacoma.

Julia and Nancy grew up in Tacoma. Consequently, they used a lot of their own experiences to write “Tacoma Adventures”; even modeling characters after people who they know and love. Still, they wanted the book to be about more than just their personal experiences. It was their hope that the book would reflect the

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diversity of families who live in Tacoma today, as well as highlight some of the historical and modern innovations of the city. In doing that, the sisters hoped to encompass the entirety of its community, showcasing just how much Tacoma has to offer.

To accomplish this, the sisters drew from a variety of sources. In their search for Tacoma’s most beloved spots, the sisters worked hard to branch out and connect with their community. They talked to kids in schools, which prompted them to include Cheney Stadium along with the obvious Tacoma Dome. Kids love going to see their local sports teams with their families! They even stopped people on the streets to ask them about the places they loved most in Tacoma. Once they compiled a list of notable places from all over the city, they hit the books at the library. Writing “Tacoma Adventures” was quickly becoming a civics lesson filled with bits of history and iconic buildings.

Although Nancy has lived in Tacoma for most of her life, researching for this book taught her that she has much to learn about the city of her birth.

Much like Stuart the raccoon (the main character of “Tacoma Adventures”), familiarity had made her lose some of her wonder in the small details that make Tacoma what it is today. For instance, upon visiting the Chinese Reconciliation Park, Nancy was surprised to learn about THEY TALKED TO KIDS the mistreatment of the Chinese in the late 1800s.

IN SCHOOLS, WHICH She also learned about the PROMPTED THEM history behind some of her favorite places such as TO INCLUDE CHENEY Frisko Freeze, and even went to Eastside to visit STADIUM ALONG WITH the new community center.

THE OBVIOUS TACOMA Everything that she learned cemented her belief in how DOME. KIDS LOVE GOING truly incredible Tacoma really is; from its willingness TO SEE THEIR LOCAL to admit wrongdoing to its SPORTS TEAMS WITH innovative investment in community.

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It’s difficult to cover every beautiful part of Tacoma, or every neighborhood.

However, in the end, “Tacoma Adventures” provides an endearing snapshot of historical and fun-filled places. Restaurants like Vien Dong in the Lincoln District and Frisko Freeze are mentioned, as well as the gorgeous Wapato Park in South End. The book is meant to display the same variety and community engagement that residents of Tacoma enjoy on a regular basis.

By the end of her writing journey, Nancy was struck by a sense of pride for her city that she hoped to convey through her work. Pride for its variety, as seen in its various neighborhoods. Its innovation, as seen in its historical businesses and its six museums. Its sense of community is illustrated by its affordable living, accessible libraries and free entry to those same museums every third Thursday. In that same spirit of community, the book has been accepted with open arms. It is available in the local libraries and has been donated to schools. It is also sold at several local venues including the Pacific Northwest Shop on Proctor, Kings Books and the Metropolitan Market (to name a few). Tacoma really knows how to care for its own!

The Glen sisters want to pay that spirit forward; a percentage of all book

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sales will be donated toward literacy. Because literacy is such a complex issue, one which each community struggles with differently, the Glen sisters are open to suggestions as to where exactly the money should go. Suggestions can be made on their website at GlenCreations.com. The Glen sisters also made a point of hiring local people living in Tacoma to sponsor their book and to set up their website. There is something lovely about being able to invest in your community full circle, from the local stores to its people. It is the people that make writing a book about Tacoma so worthwhile.

It is the hope of Nancy and Julia Glen that in reading their new book, children will be filled with a sense of wonder for where they live.

Having tackled Tacoma, the sisters are turning their attention next to Puyallup, Olympia and eventually Seattle. Children all over the state will read about their hometown as something to be cherished.

In turn, that wonder will encourage them to read on until they are like Stuart, filled with awe in all the opportunities that their home has to offer; just like in “Tacoma Adventures,� where we see just how much Tacoma has to give to its people.

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“I NEEDED SOMETHING IN MY LIFE THAT FED MY SOUL AND WAS JUST FOR ME. I DECIDED I WANTED TO GET INVOLVED WITH COMPETITIVE MASTERS TRACK AND FIELD. IN 1994, I COMPETED IN MY FIRST LOCAL USATFSANCTIONED MEET, AND THE FIRE WAS LIT.”

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artha Mendenhall is a local Level 3 Certified USA Track and Field Coach and a Level 5 IAAF Coach who has coached at two local high schools and two local colleges, and has worked with Dick Fosbury, 1968 Olympic gold medalist, for the past seven summers at his Dick Fosbury Track Camp.

Mendenhall was a competitive high school and college athlete during the Title IX transition for women’s sport. Unfortunately, she did not have the opportunity to access the level of coaching needed for an Olympic pathway. Later in life she returned to competition with the Masters Track and Field meets. In a career spanning more than 26 years, she has won 17 National and four World Championships in the high jump. She also competed in the long jump, 100 meter, 200 meter and 4x100 relay. In the Pentathlon, she won or placed nationally and on the world circuit.

Q. You began competing right around the time that Title IX was being introduced.

How did that groundbreaking decision affect your sports career, and did it open any opportunities for you?

A. I honestly have to say that the biggest benefit I received in my high school and college years was that the coaches for the men’s teams couldn’t turn me away. Despite my high school and college not having a women’s team, the coaches were bound to allow me to be on the team; however, they just tolerated my being there and gave very little attention or coaching to me.

In my high school years, I practiced with the men’s team and was relegated to competing in men’s events. I can remember running the 180 low hurdles and the shuttle hurdles at some of the boys’ meets. They did let me high jump, which was my favorite event, so I was happy.

In college, being the first, and only, girl on the men’s team meant pretty much the same thing for me. The coach just had me “go run with the

guys” and “do what they do.” The difference was that many other colleges in Michigan were now establishing women’s teams, so when I would travel to the meets with the guys, often there were other women’s teams there, competing against each other for their schools.

I earned the respect of my teammates after a big invitational meet. We went to 1976 when I competed in five events against other women’s teams. At that meet, it turned out that I scored more points representing the Aquinas College Women’s Track Team than our whole men’s team did. I finally got to sit with the team at the “Track Table” for meals.

Q. Your latest title was won last summer at the 2019 National Masters Outdoor Championships in Ames, Iowa. You competed in your 60s with two hip replacements. What is your secret to maintaining your fitness level?

A. I think I’ve been able to do what I love for so long because I simply have never really stopped, except to have children (three girls, Claire, Grace, Hannah). I began to feel as if I was losing myself. I needed something in my life that fed my soul and was just for me. I decided I wanted to get involved with competitive Masters Track and Field. In 1994, I competed in my first local USATF-sanctioned meet, and the fire was lit.

As for recovering from bi-lateral hip replacement in 2013, I was in great shape physically when I went in for my surgery. I interviewed and chose a fantastic surgeon who understood my lifestyle and what I was looking for, and finally, I had a great physical therapist that also was an athlete himself and cared deeply that I was able to maintain my lifestyle as best as possible. He made it possible for me to run again on the track 12 weeks post op. I feel so blessed.

Q. You have coached at two local high schools and two local colleges, and really helped our youth get expert coaching in a sport that most usually don’t participate in until high school.

What are some of the differences you see from when you started out as the only girl on your high school team?

A. The biggest difference, of course, is that there is a women’s team! Another is that I see more and more coaches on the high school level pursuing coaching education to be more knowledgeable technically and more educated about the emotional intelligence of coaching athletes. There are a lot of very experienced, great coaches out there to learn from. USATF offers incredible coaching education, as does USTFCCCA, and many others.

Q. How long did it take you to master the “Fosbury” Flop, and what kind of influence did Dick Fosbury have on you?

A.Honestly, the “Flop” technique just clicked with me. I took to it very quickly. As a kid, I was such an active, athletic “Tomboy” that I just never thought there was anything physical or athletic that I couldn’t do. I was so excited about the fun new way of jumping!

Dick Fosbury changed everything about the event of high jump and had an incredible impact on the sport of track and field. When I saw him jump over the bar backward, it was astounding to me, as it was for everyone who witnessed it. A year after the 1968 Olympics, my family moved to a very small town in Texas, and our town had a girls’ track team. I was in heaven. This team traveled around the state competing. It was my coach for that team that taught me the Fosbury Flop.

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Health SKIN CARE CONSISTENCY IS KEY

BY BRI WILLIAMS, RN, BSN

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f you are looking to improve the health and appearance of your skin, being consistent with your skin-care routine is essential. You can’t use your skin-care products once a week and expect to see results. Just like changing the physique of your body, you need to “hit the gym” consistently to reap the benefits. Below we break down some of the common hurdles to clear, healthy and glowing skin.

Overwhelmed by your routine There are so many skin-care products on the market, and it can start to feel like you need to be using all of them to get the results you want. Don’t fall victim to the “more is more” mentality. Work with your skin-care professional to develop a regimen that targets your specific concerns. You don’t need every new product that hits the market; in fact, that could be doing more harm than good. What works great for one person’s skin type may be all wrong for you.

Lean on a professional to curate a skin-care routine individualized to your skin type and goals.

Not having the time The idea of applying five or more skin-care products morning and night can be daunting—and time consuming. When developing a regimen with your skin-care professional, be clear on what you have time for. At the very least, you should be cleansing every single night to remove makeup, pollution and sunscreen. Often times, a single product can have double duties. For example, a cleanser that also has glycolic acids can help to brighten your complexion while cleansing, or a sunscreen that has antioxidants can not only protect you from further damage but also start to repair damage that has already occurred. Be smart about your product selection and get the most out of every step.

It’s a chore Think of your skin-care routine as self care, not a chore. Make it a pleasant experience by doing it in a space you feel calm and comfortable. Yes, the cleansing step must happen at the sink, but

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your other products can be applied anywhere. Put all your skin care in a cute basket or bag and bring it to a space you love. Maye that’s in front of the TV watching your favorite show, in the comfort of your own bed or at the kitchen counter while you visit with your family. Think outside the box (or in this case, bathroom).

Being consistent with anything is essential to your success. You can’t hit the gym once and expect results. You can’t do your skin care a few times a week and expect dreamy skin. If you truly want to transform your skin, make the commitment and make it a habit. Start with products that are going to target your immediate concerns and build on that.

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floss and brush every day, but I’m the one with dental issues. My spouse does nothing, and he never has dental problems.”

Why would this be the case? Unfortunately, I hear this complaint quite often. There are a number of possible causes; some you can control, some you can’t control. Let’s talk about these issues and some solutions.

Out of your control Bacteria that cause cavities or gum disease (some people have both issues) love a warm, moist, dark environment. That’s your mouth!

The strength of your enamel is a hereditary issue. When I’m drilling to fix teeth, some people have enamel that’s hard as a rock; for others, it’s like butter. The “butter” type of enamel is not as resistant to the bacteria.

In and out of your control Sharing bacteria with the baby: We’re not born with the populations of bacteria that cause gum disease or cavities. There’s a “window of infectivity” from the age of 6 months to 14 months, where babies acquire the bacterial populations from family members (or childhood friends). Sharing utensils and kissing babies on the mouth are two common ways to share bacteria. Another one: The baby drops a pacifier, mom picks it up, licks it and sticks it back into the baby’s mouth. Ugh! Medications: Medications that cause dry mouth or radiation treatment for cancer allows bacteria to stick to your teeth and

cause decay. If you can improve your health and eliminate the medication(s), then this is in your control.

Acid reflux: If you snore or possibly have sleep apnea, you can have silent acid reflux. Bacteria love an acidic environment. Devastation of your teeth will happen quickly if this issue isn’t addressed.

Hereditarily, sleep apnea can run in families, and you can’t change this risk factor. However, weight gain or being overweight can increase the severity of sleep apnea. Fit people can also have sleep apnea, as can children. If your acid reflux is due strictly to diet, you can change your diet.

In your control Pregnancy: “My pregnancies caused me to have cavities. They sucked all of the enamel out of my teeth.” This is a fallacy. Decay during pregnancy is due to sugar intake and/or acid exposure caused by vomiting or acid reflux. Also, lack of hygiene can be lessened due to an increased gag reflex. Babies cannot suck the enamel away, but acid and bacteria certainly can! If you experience this issue, do not brush after vomiting or a reflux attack. Rinse with 8 ounces of warm water plus ½ to 1 teaspoon of baking soda to neutralize the acid.

Wait 30 minutes to brush.

Sugar: Sugar is your enemy. Sugar feeds bacteria. It’s not the amount, it’s the frequency. Watch snacking. Sugar is in an apple and a chocolate bar; bacteria aren’t picky. Sugar also causes inflammation.

Periodontal disease is an inflammatory process.

Lack of good hygiene: Talk with your dentist about prevention.

Floss, brush and use prescription fluoride toothpaste or an essential oil toothpaste containing xylitol.

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s a business owner, do you ever wonder how people are finding out about your business, what’s drawing them in, and what potential customers you might be missing out on? In-person customer interaction can provide a sliver of this information, but to see the big picture you need to look to the digital side.

While 90 percent of all purchases take place in a physical store, 86 percent of customers read reviews before visiting, and a whopping half of all local online business searches end in that customer visiting the store within 24 hours. What does this mean? Your digital presence, reputation and interaction with potential customers is key to success.

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Rocket Fish Digital combines industry-forward techniques with localized content to monitor and optimize a company’s online presence, integrates its platform to work seamlessly with other digital products, and tailors and targets original, localspecific content to appeal to prospective customers.

The team at Rocket Fish Digital can provide social media pages for your business, keep them updated and optimize their exposure on a regular basis, and with the platform managing, interacting with, generating and reporting on all reviews posted about your business, you can successfully manage your online reputation.

Each month, Rocket Fish Digital provides its clients with an extensive report covering their digital product analytics in real time, including topics such as listing search terms, Google search queries for each weekday, Google phone calls broken down by the hour, and more.

How do they do this? Russo explains that a key part is analyzing the average number of times consumers took action from a business’ Google My Business listing by detailing whether they clicked the “call,” “directions” or “website” links.

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hae has been a regular at the Spokane Shriners Hospital since she was a baby. It started with a one-week stint when she was 1 year old to address the scoliosis that was apparent in her spine.

From then on, it was check-up appointments every six to 12 months—up until this visit, which could be as long as three months and a week.

“I planned it to the day,” said Shae, now 14 years old. “It depends how fast my body stretches.”

The top and bottom of her spine are straight, but there is a significant curve in the middle. Shae started her most recent stint at Shriners in early January as a 4-foot-9 (and a half) teenager. But thanks to the halo that’s been slowly stretching her back, she is now closer to 4-foot-11.

The doctors’ goal for her is to “grow” 3 to 6 inches, the process of her spine straightening out to the point that the impending surgery will be most effective. But for now, she is waiting it out, a metal halo screwed to her head, moving around, on this snowy January day, in a wheelchair.

Yet through it all, Shae’s spirits have remained high. She, and her parents Debi and Steve, see that the end is about as near as the spring thaw.

“I feel like sometimes people let things get to them, to their head, and it doesn’t [for me],” Shae said. “My life could be so much worse.”

And her time at Shiners, she said, has been really great.

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“So fun. It’s like a fancy hotel,” she said in a room off from the main recreation room, which is replete with tables for football, billiards and puzzles, among other diversions. “All the nurses are so nice, everyone’s sweet. The first week, you know everyone, and everyone knows you.

“It’s like a home and family away from your actual family.”

Shriners started in Spokane as a mobile unit in 1924 and has grown into a state-of-the-art hospital that treats thousands of children from babies to 18-year-olds each year. With the nearest site to the west in Portland, and the nearest to the east in Minnesota, Shriners Hospital for Children in Spokane has a large region of coverage, spanning four states as well as parts of Canada.

Its doctors treat conditions of various sorts, from same-day fractures and sports injuries to longer-term treatments such as Shae’s.

Shae’s stay is made easier because she completes school online—something she has done since fifth grade—and is able to complete work at her own pace from the hospital. Her parents and older siblings visit frequently and are able to stay in the same room as her if they wish to.

It’s that flexibility and personal care that Debi has enjoyed so much, and the ability to be at the hospital for such a long stay is, Debi said, in Shae’s best interest. Wearing the halo to stretch out Shae’s spine will make the surgery to insert metal rods into her back more effective, and they don’t need to rush it; they just need to wait until Shae’s spine has straightened out as much as it is going to. “[The doctor said] it’ll take a commitment, but it really reduces a lot of risk,” Debi said. “We’ve known this was coming … this is just the best place to be.”

Shae and Debi were mostly alone on this Friday afternoon, as the hospital tries to line up most of its surgeries early in the week so that patients can recover at home, said Kristin Monasmith, director of marketing and communications for Shriners Spokane.

The hospital’s relatively smaller size allows its doctors to provide a higher level of care, Monasmith said, and that the “family centered wrap-around” is a hallmark of their system.

Staff want their patients to be as independent as possible and to keep active when they can.

Shae’s condition worsened—or rather, became more painful—over the last year or two. Sitting for long periods of

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The hospital’s relatively smaller size allows its doctors to provide a higher level of care, Monasmith said, and that the “family centered wrap-around” is a hallmark of their system. time became painful. Even making it through a movie was difficult, she said.

They told their doctor at Shriners, who advised them that this long-term visit would be wise. Shae, Debi and Steve live in Medical Lake, Washington, and they have grown accustomed to the drive.

“It takes 18 minutes, door-to-door,” Shae said. “I’ve timed it.”

The surgery, though, should be the final step for her. While the metal rods, once in place, will limit her some, the idea is that she won’t have to be in for a long stay at Shriners again.

Brenda and 12-year-old daughter Carsyn came to Shriners last summer under much different circumstances. Carsyn, a soccer and basketball player, suffered a foot injury a year ago, in January 2019, and it just wasn’t healing right.

Carsyn was playing basketball and, as Brenda described it, “the whole front of her foot rolled over.”

Her coach told Brenda that it didn’t look good.

When they consulted various doctors, they “got all these different answers,” Brenda said. Some thought Carsyn had hurt her tendon. Maybe it was a strain, or perhaps her growth plate had been damaged. She was in a cast six days a week and would take it off to play, managing the pain, Brenda said.

“She was six days in the boot and one day out of the boot, just because [we thought] it was a strain,” Brenda said.

But her foot kept swelling up, and Carsyn told her mom, “I promise, there’s something really wrong with my foot.”

By that point, Brenda was feeling pretty down about the whole situation and wondered if they would ever really find an answer or if her daughter’s foot would ever fully heal.

“You feel a little bit hopeless,” said Brenda, who herself is an athlete and also suffers from multiple sclerosis. “This problem is just going to continue to happen.”

It wasn’t until that summer Carsyn’s parents took her to Shriners, largely because Brenda said they didn’t realize the hospital handled sports injuries such as Carsyn’s.

From their entrance into the lobby, though, Brenda said she and Carsyn felt comfortable.

And when she met with the doctors, she felt like they were finally getting the right answers.

Shriners sees children not just as small adults, Monasmith said, but as very different people because they are still growing. They are also more than a long-term care facility, and they take care of fractures and other surprise injuries that come up, especially for young athletes.

Brenda said the way Carsyn’s doctor interacted stood out in their experiences and that the doctor was good at explaining the injury in a way her daughter could understand without scaring her.

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The doctors took an X-ray and noticed that Carsyn’s foot had been broken for a while, specifically that a part of it had broken away from the rest of the bone.

with a smile on his face, expressing joy as if he were operating on his own child.

“They knew right away what the problem was,” Brenda said. “They did the least invasive process to see if the bone would reattach itself.”

The doctor told them in detail how the surgery had gone and reported that Carsyn’s recovery would be shorter than expected: just four weeks in a boot. On December 3, Brenda said, Carsyn was back on the basketball court.

The tendon, Brenda said, had wrapped itself around the broken piece of bone, which is what was causing the pain and swelling. A few weeks later, after seeing how the foot reacted, the doctors ultimately suggested surgery.

“They’re just so excellent. They go way over the top to make sure you’re comfortable and welcome, and that we’re part of it,” Brenda said. “They know kids, and they listen.”

Carsyn came in for the surgery on October 31 dressed as a jester. The other kids there, Brenda said, were dressed up, too.

That is something Shriners takes particular pride in doing, Monasmith said, and the hospital wants care to be coordinated and seamless while giving families confidence and comfort about the situation.

“[The doctors] came in and talked to her about what was gonna happen. They didn’t just slap something on and scare her,” Brenda said. “Because of that experience, she won’t be afraid to go into surgery. … Something cutting skin isn’t very pleasing. It doesn’t sound like a bubble bath.”

The surgery went well. So well, in fact, that Brenda remembers the doctor storming into the waiting room

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Shriners treats all sorts of conditions, from sports injuries like Carsyn’s to spinal deformities like Shae’s.

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In addition to medical services and care, Shriners has a multi-million dollar research program, with specific focuses on orthopedics, burn care, cleft lip and palate, and spinal cord injuries, according to its website, investing $38 million last year. In 2018, at its 22 locations nationwide, it treated nearly 150,000 children.

Shae knew that her visit to Shriners was only a matter of time. But as the pain grew, her family and her doctors found that this timing was right.

“We’ve known this was coming,” Shae’s mom, Debi, said.

During her first weekend at Shriners, her family came and spent Sunday with her. Shae has three older siblings and they visit as often as they can, she said.

But her cat Bailey and her two guinea pigs, Archie and Elliot, couldn’t visit, so her dad is in charge of taking care of them. Debi said she made sure he knew which guinea pig was which.

The halo around her head makes sleeping difficult, but with a neck pillow she can generally find a way to get comfortable. “The halo, it feels like when you hit your head and you have a really bad headache, and it won’t go away,” Shae said, “and then you get used to it.”

On this day, Shae was able to go without taking any medicine to manage the pain of having the halo attached to her head, Debi said.

Shae said she is hoping that after surgery—and about a year of recovery—she will be able to do some swimming and diving again.

Maybe too some gymnastics, the sport she loved when she was younger.

“Right now I feel ehhh,” Shae said, shaking her head, “because I don’t like being in [the halo], because I can feel it stretching my back out, but also good at the same time because it’s stretching out my back and then it relieves all the pressure.”

Pressure and pain, she is confident, will all be gone in just a little bit longer, when the halo is gone, the rods are in her back, and her body is finally recovered, with as straight a spine as she has ever had.

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N O T YO U R G R A N D M A’ S C H O C O L AT E C A K E Recipe & Photo Courtesy of Stephanie Lynn Gertrude Brown Yield: Two 8-inch-round Cake Pans

INGREDIENTS: 2 cups granulated sugar 2 eggs ¾ cup cocoa powder (specialty dark if available) 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour ¼ tsp. salt 1 tsp. baking powder 2 tsp. baking soda 1 cup hot coffee 2 tbsp. Amaretto or other favorite liquor 1 tbsp. vanilla 1 cup sour cream ½ cup vegetable oil

METHOD: • Preheat your oven to 325°F. This would also be the perfect time to brew yourself a pot of coffee. Just remember to save a cup for the recipe!

• In a large bowl with a hand mixer, or the bowl of your stand mixer with paddle attachment, combine sugar and eggs. Beat mixture on medium speed until light and fluffy.

• In a separate bowl, sift together cocoa powder, flour, salt, baking powder and baking soda. Slowly add dry ingredients to your egg mixture. Mix on low speed until smooth.

• Add hot coffee, liquor and vanilla to the batter; be sure to scrape the sides of the bowl well, then mix on low speed until well combined.

• Mix sour cream into batter until fully incorporated, followed by the vegetable oil. Mix both on low to medium speed. Set aside while you prepare the cake pans.

• Using melted butter or vegetable pan spray, coat two 8-inchround cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper.

This will help the cakes pop out of the pan after baking and cooling.

• Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Place in oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean.

• Transfer to cooling racks and let cool 10 minutes, then run a knife around the edge of the pans and turn the cakes upsidedown onto the racks, and carefully remove the pans to cool completely. Remove the parchment paper at this time.

TO SERVE: You can now choose your favorite frosting recipe to smear all over this decadent chocolate cake, or even simply top with whipped cream and fresh berries! The frosting featured in the photo is an old-fashioned “cooked” buttercream with fresh berries to complement the rich dark chocolate flavor. I hope you satisfy your sweet tooth with this next level treat, or impress that special someone this Valentine’s Day!

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HONORING THE CULTURE OF

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APCC presents its 22nd Annual New Year Celebration

By Jillian Chandler

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Asia Pacific Cultural Center invites the community to join them as they once again present their annual New Year Celebration.

This year’s event marks the 22nd annual event, which will feature the beautiful country and culture of Vietnam.

traditional dances from Cambodia, Samoa, Vietnam, Japan, China, Okinawa, Indonesia, Taiwan, Laos, Tonga, Fiji, Hawaii and more; and the second is the demonstration stage that showcases the different martial arts groups available locally for people to join and enjoy.

Held at the Tacoma Dome Exhibition Hall (2727 East D Street), this much-anticipated annual event draws thousands each year. Attendees will enjoy a fun family friendly event that is free to attend. Saturday, February 8, from 11am to 6pm, you will find dozens of booths featuring everything from cultural arts from a variety of countries, food, drink, retail booths, games, crafts and so much more!

When it comes to what Lua says brings her the most joy being able to offer this event for the community, she says, “The people who are involved; watching them be so happy and excited to showcase their country and what to teach the attendees about their country; watching these people take such joy and pride in their country and to be able to share it with others.”

“This is a once-a-year chance for people to learn about so many of the Asia Pacific countries, especially the host country of the year—this year it’s Vietnam,” says Faaluaina “Lua” Pritchard, APCC’s executive director. “There are more than 100 booths to include delicious cultural foods and the many cultural artifacts of the different nations.”

Asia Pacific Cultural Center invites you to join them for a full day of entertainment, food, crafts, martial arts demos and hands-on activities for both children and adults. “It is a fantastic day of festivities for the entire family,” affirms Lua. “You can spend the whole day at the event and would never be bored of things to do and enjoy! Come be with us!”

According to Lua, there will be two stages: one main stage to display the live performances of the different Asia Pacific countries featuring

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FEBRUARY 08 Ruston Way Waterfront 8 to 10am Love is on the run at the 2020 Valentine’s 5k. Kick off the holiday a bit early by registering to attend the 2020 Valentine’s 5k on February 8. Bring your valentine for an easy flat out-and-back along Ruston Way, beginning and ending at Dune Peninsula.

Registration is $30 to $40 per person, and anyone 8 years of age and older is invited to participate. This event is sponsored by CHI Franciscan Health, Bloodworks Northwest and Pepsi. Visit MetroParksTacoma.org or find the event on Facebook for the link to register. Check-in begins at 6:30am at Dune Peninsula, followed by the race from 8 to 10am. Walkers, strollers, and dogs on leash are welcome.

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NO PLACE LIKE HOME DINNER & AUCTION FEBRUARY 22 Tacoma Yacht Club 5:30 to 9:30pm The annual No Place Like Home Dinner & Auction, hosted by Rebuilding Together South Sound, takes place Saturday, February 22, at the Tacoma Yacht Club . Held 5:30 to 9:30pm, 2020 marks the 12th annual dinner and auction. There will be lots of opportunities to show your support through a live auction, silent auction, games, raise the paddle, and finally, a dash to get your table the best dessert! The funds raised during the event will help support the vision of Rebuilding Together South Sound of safe homes and communities for everyone. Tickets are priced $125 per person or $1,000 per table of eight. Visit RebuildingTogetherSS.org to purchase tickets.

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32ND ANNUAL SO NORTHWEST WOMEN’S SHOW FEBRUARY 29 & MARCH 1 Tacoma Dome 9am to 6pm / 10am to 4pm Presented by BECU and held at the Tacoma Dome, this year’s show promises to be bigger and better than ever, with more food, chefs, fashion and freebies! Over 30 years running, the So Northwest Women’s Show returns to the Tacoma Dome Saturday, February 29, 9am to 6pm, and Sunday, March 1, 10am to 4pm, and will feature two stages and hundreds of exhibits plus entertainment, celebrities and seminars. This two-day event is designed for women of all ages with something for everyone. The purpose of the event is to celebrate women and inspire them. The event allows them an escape from an ordinary day. Women work hard, and this is the perfect opportunity for them to play hard, too! Tickets are $15 each and available online at NWWomensShow.com.

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Step Up Your Winter Ski Vacation A LUXURY STAY IN WHISTLER, BRITISH COLUMBIA

BY MARGUERITE CLEVELAND

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othing gets you more in vacation mode than a stunning scenic drive to your destination. The epic views from the Sea to Sky Highway leading to Whistler, British Columbia, are some of the best in the world.

After this drive, you arrive in Whistler Village, which is reminiscent of a European ski town, but this one has an Old-World charm with all the modern conveniences.

Where to Stay There are two Pan Pacific hotels in the Whistler Village, and both are luxurious experiences with all-suite accommodations that include a full kitchen. For the best location in Whistler, you’ll want to choose the Pan Pacific Mountainside Hotel, just steps away from both the Whistler and Blackcomb Mountain gondolas. Enjoy spectacular views from the outdoor deck with a heated pool and two whirlpools. The Pan Pacific Whistler Village Centre is further from the slopes but offers a slope-side ski valet and storage. Your daily rate also includes a complimentary daily breakfast buffet. Also enjoy an outdoor lap pool and whirlpools. Both hotels provide a luxury experience with a helpful, friendly staff.

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Whistler is known for its skiing, and there are some luxury experiences that go above and beyond the average experience. Did you know you can book an Olympian to ski or snowboard with?

Where to Eat

What to Do

The Whistler dining experience offers something for everyone with a wide variety of restaurants.

Whistler really shines in the winter with so many exhilarating outdoor activities—and interesting indoor activities when you want to get out of the cold. Tourism Whistler is the official destination website where you can research activities and book most right from the website.

For an extravagant experience that is fun and not stuffy, try the Bearfoot Bistro.

Start with a pre-dinner activity first. Don a Canada Goose arctic expedition parka and sip vodkas while learning about this alcohol with a visit to the Ketel One Ice Room with its sub-zero temperatures. The extreme temperature of -25 degrees takes the burn away when tasting from the more than 50 vodka choices.

If you want a more active experience, try champagne sabering. The founder of the restaurant, Andre Saint-Jacques, holds the Guinness World Record for champagne sabering 21 bottles in one minute. This fun lesson takes place in the underground wine cellar with 20,000 bottles of world-class wines. Next enjoy dinner in the dining room, which sources ingredients from local farmers and around the world to create an eclectic menu sure to please even the most discerning foodie. For a special treat, book the Chef ’s Table and interact with Executive Chef Melissa Craig as she prepares a five-course tasting menu for your group.

For a fun après ski experience with a great location (right in your hotel), head to the Dubh Linn Gate Pub, which has been a Whistler favorite since 1997 when it was designed, crafted and transported from Ireland to Whistler. It has a covered outdoor patio with outdoor heating and a fire feature with great views of the mountainside. Combine that with good hearty food and nightly live music for a great way to end your day. The food here is really good, with everything from juicy burgers and crispy fries to bangers and mash (sausage and mashed potatoes smothered in gravy). After a day of skiing, you’ll have earned the calories. The wait staff is fun and very knowledgeable about the menu and can make recommendations if you are unsure what to order.

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Vallea Lumina is an amazing nighttime activity that pairs nature with modern technology. The journey begins with a bus ride from Whistler Village. The magic begins as you leave the lights of Whistler and begin a dark ride toward Pemberton. The website for Vallea Lumina is very vague on photos and what you will experience, which is a good thing, as it creates a special experience where you aren’t sure what you will encounter. The bus will take you to a camp with a snack bar, firepits with roaring fires, and restrooms. From here you will depart on a 1-kilometer hike on a mostly level and flat trail through an old-growth forest. The basic storyline is you are following the traces of two hikers paired with legends of the indigenous people. The experience combines lighting, music and other special effects for a captivating walk in which guests of all ages will be enthralled. This is a must-try activity. Make sure to dress warmly and be prepared to walk in the snow.

Whistler is known for its skiing, and there are some luxury experiences that go above and beyond the average experience. Did you know you can book an Olympian to ski or snowboard with? Spend a day one-on-one or with a group of up to four for one price and learn your Olympian’s techniques and listen to their stories. Select the person of your choice from the Whistler Blackcomb website.

Step your game up even more by booking a gold medalist for an additional fee.

Strong intermediate or above skill level skiers can book a Heli-skiing tour for the best in backcountry alpine skiing or snowboarding. The tour takes you

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up the mountain, includes lunch, avalanche safety equipment, an experienced guide, and some tours include video and photos of your experience. Epic!

After all the outdoor activity, you may find yourself a little achy. The Scandinave Spa Whistler is just the answer. Enjoy a traditional Scandinavian bath experience paired with a massage, and you will be fully relaxed. The whole concept is built around hydrotherapy, which consists of a cycle of hot-cold-relax, providing therapeutic results. The outdoor baths are beautifully scenic in the winter, and there is no talking for a truly peaceful experience. Make sure to allow plenty of time for your experience. The spa provides two towels; use one for the baths and keep the other in your provided locker for later. Bring flip flops or water shoes, and spring for the bathrobe rental. You will be glad you have it. The spa is very popular at peak season, so go in the morning right when it opens when there aren’t as many people.

Make sure to allow time on your trip to spend in Whistler Village. There are a variety of luxury shopping experiences in the village and many places where you can purchase local artisan products. Check out the Made in Whistler Market held in the Westin Resort & Spa, open every Sunday through March from noon to 5pm. Offerings include handcrafted pottery, fine art, jewelry, and many others. The Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre has a beautiful gallery and gift shop where you can purchase items that are inspired by the Squamish and Lil’wat cultures.

Whistler is enjoying recent snowfall, which makes for terrific skiing conditions.

Plan a visit and see why this resort is considered one of the top places to ski in North America.

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JUNE 20, 2020 | CHAFE150.ORG Sandpoint Rotary presents the 13th Annual CHAFE 150 Gran Fondo, named one of the top charity rides in the US! The 150-mile route is a grand loop around the Cabinet Mountains through gorgeous lake and river valleys. CHAFE offers magnificent routes of 150, 100, 80, 40, 25 and a Family Fun ride, awesome ride support and a fabulous after-ride party on the shores of beautiful Lake Pend Oreille in Sandpoint. Ride proceeds support after-school reading and literacy programs of the Lake Pend Oreille School District and other Rotary youth and educational programs. Registration now open at chafe150.org.

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