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2020 kicks off with some fun, not-to-miss events, including Tacoma’s Home + Garden Show and the Seattle Boat Show. You can find out more in our Arts & Entertainment section.

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Hardwood 101 BEST PRACTICES FOR HARDWOOD FLOORING

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n homes today, we come across stunning hardwood flooring surfaces. Hardwood is a popular choice and can be found in historic homes built in the 1900s but also in completely new custom homes. As a member of the Master Builders Association of Pierce County (MBA Pierce), flooring expert Tara Cresswell from Innovative Hardwood Floors shares some tips on best practices for hardwood flooring. When caring for your home, it’s important to know the latest information on how to clean, maintain, refinish or restore your hardwoods. Online sources can be very misleading in regard to the care of your hardwood flooring. As a proud MBA Pierce member, Innovative Hardwood Floors is excited to share the best ways to keep your hardwood in great shape for years to come.

Cleaning What not to use: vinegar and water mixed. Because vinegar is an acid, the acid over time will continue to eat away at your finish. This will lead to a lack of adequate protection for your hardwood, as well as causing your hardwood floor to look dull. Do not use any soap or wax.

Soaps and wax-based cleaners will cause a buildup on top of your floor finish, creating a foggy sheen. It will also trap dirt and leave the floor always looking dirty. This could also negatively impact the possibility of buffing and recoating the floor, because there could be a chemical reaction with a maintenance coat.

What to use: Innovative Hardwood Floors recommends using a water-base flooring cleaner from either Pallmann or Bona®. It’s important to keep in mind that different finishes could require different types of cleaners. Always check with your hardwood company regarding what you should be using to properly clean your hardwoods.

Maintenance Depending on your household activities, your hardwood will eventually ask for a maintenance coat—also known as a ‘buff and recoat.’

Always hire the hardwood flooring company that originally did your hardwood sand and finish. This ensures the best chances of avoiding a chemical reaction. Most hardwood companies keep a record of which finish type you have, so they can provide you with this service in the future. A buff and recoat done at the right time will act as an additional two to three coats of finish because it does not absorb into the original coatings that were done years prior. A buff and recoat will not get rid of deep scratches, dents, etc. If you want to maintain your pristine hardwood floor without having to sand and refinish, this is the ideal service for you.

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Refinish The best part about having a solid hardwood floor is that you can re-sand it up to 10 times! There are several reasons why you may want to refinish hardwood.

One possibility could be a water damage claim. If you have a solid hardwood that is damaged, the existing hardwood can be matched. We can patch the damaged area, sand and refinish the hardwood so it’s back to normal. If you are looking to remodel, you can change the color, sheen and entire look of your home by refinishing. The refinish will also remove dents, scratches and many other imperfections that homeowners face while living in their homes over time.

Restore It is very common in North Tacoma homes to find that the hardwood flooring is just as old as the home. By the time a hardwood floor is 100 years old, its entire wear layer may have completely worn off. However, this does not mean that it can’t be restored. Many homeowners wish to keep the home’s original look and charm, so the ability to restore the flooring is crucial. Flooring companies like Innovative Hardwoods can come into your home, lightly abrade the hardwood flooring surface and coat with hardwood flooring finish. This will allow a wear layer to be built back up by the finish itself. Over time you can add numerous coats, which will help to move farther and farther away from the actual hardwood surface. The original patina will be in the floor, and the hardwood itself will be protected. This will allow you to preserve the integrity of your home’s era.

Following the best practices for your hardwood flooring allows you to maintain and enjoy your hardwoods for many years to come.

If you have any additional questions about hardwood floors, feel free to reach out to the experts at Innovative Hardwood Floors. They take great pride in being involved in our local community. If you are interested in remodeling or additional products and services for your home, MBA Pierce is an association of over 650 members that include contractors, designers, landscapers and other industry-related businesses.

Builder members are required to be registered, bonded and insured. For a free Buyer’s Guide and Directory, visit MBAPierce.com.

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Trending WORKOUT FASHION TRENDS FOR THE NEW YEAR From the home to the gym, step into your New Year’s resolution in style

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he Pacific Northwest is the land of outdoor adventure, but when you aren’t hitting the slopes or paddleboarding the lake, there’s plenty more to keep you active—whether it’s a morning yoga session, CrossFit or the good old gym. Wellness has increasingly become more of a lifestyle choice than a stand-alone event in our day-to-day lives, and as working out becomes a central part of our every day, so too do the clothes we do it in. Leggings aren’t just for the trail or the studio anymore, and our trainers don’t come off the moment we walk out the gym door.

According to Allied Market Research, the global activewear market is experiencing an annual 6.5 percent growth rate and expected to reach $547 million by 2024. Celebrities like Kate Hudson, Beyoncé and Khloé Kardashian have created fitness fashion empires of their own and taken to social media, promoting athletic wear as more of a statement piece and less an outfit reserved only for the gym.

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The birth of athleisure—activewear you can be athletic in and wear for leisure— has caused the explosion of athleticwear consumerism. Expect this trend to continue into the new year, with new design and tech innovation.

Whether you’re on the mountain, in the yoga studio or out running errands this new year, here’s a quick trip down the 2020 runway of workout fashion trends.

Athleisure and Multifunctional - Workout clothing no longer fits only one specific need or occasion. Men and women alike are looking for pieces you can wear on your morning workout and out to run errands or meet friends for coffee. As lines between the workplace, home and social spaces become increasingly blurred, activewear has to fit many purposes—and look good doing it. The birth of athleisure—activewear you can be athletic in and wear for leisure—has caused the explosion of athletic-wear consumerism.

Expect this trend to continue into the new year, with new design and tech innovation transforming the way we wear our workout clothing. Bold colors, sleek design and eye-catching details mean those leggings aren’t just meant for the studio— they’re making their way into everyday activities, and even occasionally an evening out.

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Retro: Bold and Bright - Everything comes back around, and workout fashion is no exception to the rule. Expect 2020 athletic wear to run full force into the ‘90s trend that’s been spreading across the fashion industry. We’re talking bright neon colors, statement pieces like matching tracksuit ensembles and big bold logos. Rebirth of brands like Reebok, Champion and Fila are part of this flashback to the ‘90s, with original logos front and center—a fashion statement on and off the track. Despite the winter chill, midriff exposure continues to flaunt its face; don’t expect those crop tops to go anywhere.

Sustainable - It may be a flashback to a previous decade stylewise, but athletic wear is taking a forward-thinking step when it comes to sustainability. Traditionally, activewear incorporates a lot of nylon and spandex—materials that take a lot of energy to produce and don’t break down easily in their afterlife.

Consumers are more aware of the products they purchase and increasingly look for a company’s sustainability practices— both in its material and waste use, and its approach to fair wage and labor practices. Brands like Patagonia and Athleta are

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Animal Print - Don’t hide your wild side—if it’s spotted or striped and looks like a wild animal, it’s runway approved. Animal print, like zebra and leopard, is hot in the fashion world this year, and athletic wear is living up to its hype as a wear-anywhere statement genre that keeps up with the times. Maybe, just maybe, those zebra print leggings will help you run a little faster.

Technologically Innovative - Pretty is as pretty does, but it needs to function well too. Multifunctionality is key to workout clothing these days, which means it needs to hold up as well at the gym as it does on the couch and seamlessly bridge the transition between performance and comfort. Athletic brands have increased their tech performance immensely over past years, and 2020 is all about

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innovation. Look for high-performance fabrics that keep you cool (or warm) and have sweat-wicking properties for comfort in and out of the gym. Ultra-sculpt leggings help to define muscle, while no-seam technology makes that transition from workout to hangout (literally) seamless. Running and training shoes are sleek and light—and pack more of a punch when it comes to comfort for your feet. And of course, don’t forget the actual inclusion of tech into your gear. Whether it’s hidden pockets for your phone or built-in tracking, workout fashion is all about making your life a little easier.

Body Positive - The activewear world is finally catching on that fit comes in all shapes and sizes. As athletic fashion grows in popularity, companies are trending toward a more inclusive, extensive offering that caters to all body types. Established brands like Nike are increasing their size offerings, while smaller labels like Good American or Girlfriend Collective are actively promoting fashion inclusivity and body positivity in their activewear, ensuring everyone a good fit in their fitness lifestyle.

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Tacoma BEYOND HEALTH CARE LOCAL ORGANIZATION HONORS THE HUMANS THAT MAKE HEALTHY HAPPEN

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lorence Reeves knew the job would come with a huge learning curve. An experienced registered nurse, she cared for patients in four states before coming to Tacoma, but the job she had just accepted would require navigating uncharted territory.

It was 1980, and a group of local physicians and concerned citizens were operating two volunteer clinics for Pierce County’s low-income and underinsured residents. The group had been doing the work for 11 years—ever since the Pierce County Hospital, which formerly served those populations, closed in 1968. Now, a new federal program called The Urban Health Initiative was promising support in the form of transferring clinic operations to the county health department. Two new clinics would also be opened.

The department now needed administrators to handle the clinics.

Responsibilities would include hiring paid medical staff, developing programming and managing the transition from a volunteer program to a publicly funded, county-run health system. At the time, Florence was working as a public health nurse and team manager at the Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department. She, along with more than 100 other people, applied for the primary administrator position. She was hired and began her 15-year career in Pierce County’s public health clinics.

According to Washington’s HistoryLink website, those who worked with Florence called her “‘a dynamo,’ ‘tough,’ and a ‘leader among leaders.’” She was involved in both the day-to-day operation of the clinics and maintaining relationships with federal and other leaders, calling in support when necessary.

Her first order of business was hiring doctors for the clinics that, for the past decade, had relied exclusively on volunteer medical staff.

In 1981, she hired the first two doctors who then went on to create the county’s only HIV care program, and an obstetrics program that resulted in more than 350 babies delivered each year.

Six years after the health department took over operations of the community clinics, and Florence became executive director, the federal Public Health Service Act passed and allowed for the clinics to be returned to a private, nonprofit organization. The four clinics incorporated as Community Health Care Delivery System (CHCDS) and enjoyed more sustainable federal funding sources. Florence

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stayed on in a leadership role and transitioned from an administrator to a grant writer.

In three years, she increased CHDS’ grant income by 3,000 percent.

Florence left the organization in the 1990s, but the foundations laid by her and hundreds of other Pierce County residents during those years allowed care to continue to be provided to the county’s low income and uninsured.

Today, Community Health Care—the name was shortened in 1997—now operates five medical clinics, four dental clinics and five pharmacies throughout Pierce County.

In 2018, more than 46,000 patients were served and roughly half were at or below 100 percent of the Federal Poverty Level, meaning that a family of four was bringing in less than $25,100 annually.

Fees for all services are calculated on a sliding fee scale based on family size and income. No one is denied care due to inability to pay.

“Community Health strives to make Pierce County healthier,” Russ Sondker, Community Health Care’s marketing and development manager, said. “However, a healthy community takes more than access to quality health-care services. To be healthy, people also need education, jobs, access to food and a healthy environment.”

In an effort to bring those aspects into focus, Community Health Care in recent years has launched residency programs that allow clinic staff to teach soon-to-be nurse practitioners, dentists, family practitioners, pharmacists and medical administrators “HOWEVER, A HEALTHY their fields through a public health lens.

The organization also launched the Health COMMUNITY TAKES Heroes program in 2019, which aims to MORE THAN ACCESS recognize those individuals who make healthy, in all its different forms, happen TO QUALITY HEALTHin their neighborhoods.

In October, Community Health Care celebrated its 50th anniversary and honored the inaugural class of Health Heroes. In total, 13 Pierce County residents were recognized for their contributions to making local communities healthier, including Florence. Also recognized were:

CARE SERVICES. TO BE HEALTHY, PEOPLE ALSO NEED EDUCATION, JOBS, ACCESS TO FOOD AND A HEALTHY ENVIRONMENT.”

• Norm Dicks, Washington’s former 6th District congressman, worked to make sure the benefits of federal programs such as the Urban Health Initiative and Ryan White Title III HIV Early Intervention Program were seen through Community Health care clinics.

• George Tanbara founded Community Health Care. A Tacoma pediatrician in the 1960s, he spearheaded the effort to create a health-care system for the county’s lowincome population in the wake of the Pierce County Public Hospital’s closure. George died in 2017, but his mantra of “Put the Patient First” has been the organization’s soul and focus.

• Through chairing and serving on multiple committees, Ellie Wilson has become a champion for community, children and families in Lakewood.

• As a member of the Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department’s Board of Health and Tacoma City Council, Rick Talbert has played key roles in creating smoke-free workplaces, the Point Defiance Needle Exchange program, and the Crystal Judson Family Justice Center.

• Doug Swanburg spent 30 years working with high-needs populations through the Metropolitan Development Council, a Comprehensive Mental Health Center, and the Juvenile Court.

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• Todd Silver serves on the Tacoma/Pierce County YMCA Board of Directors, Forest Foundation Board, and has been leading an effort to create a park along Foss Waterway.

• The City of Lakewood dedicates 1 percent of General Fund revenues to partner agencies that deliver human services to those living in the city’s low-income neighborhoods, has a Youth Council that advises the City Council, and has implemented multiple wellness programs including an inspection program for rental properties and a behavioral health contact team.

• Referred to by some as “The Mother of Lakewood,” Andie Gernon was a crucial part of the committee that worked to incorporate the city and has since spent countless hours volunteering at local schools and participating in many community coalitions and boards to support health care, education and community building.

• Kathleen Figetakis is a tireless volunteer helping children who need to develop literacy skills and is the first literacy chair of the Tacoma Sunrise Rotary.

• Cheri Denise Coleman is the founder of PartnerCafe - Bridging the Gap across Sectors, a consortium of city, state and federal agency representatives working to impact social issues.

• Shirley Carstens is the Planning Section Chief of Pierce County Medical Reserve Corps and handles the activation of the Corps’ volunteers. This includes organizing public flu clinics, quarterly Pierce County Project Homeless Connect health clinics, and assisting with outbreaks such as the measles outbreak in early 2019.

• A respected leader, Lois Bernstein was instrumental in starting the state’s first Nurse Camp—a free summer camp that allows high school students to explore their interest in health professions—and is responsible for bringing health-care careers curriculum to Tacoma high schools.

Nominations are now being submitted for the 2020 Health Heroes awards. Visit CommHealth.org/development/heroes to nominate a person who is a Health Hero in your community. Heroes will be selected and honored throughout the year. A celebration event will be held on November 4.

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Paul Pastor, Pierce County’s longest serving sheriff, is retiring in 2020. This popular public servant will be missed.

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“I TELL THEM THAT THERE ARE VERY FEW JOBS WHERE ONE GETS TO MAKE A REAL MORAL DIFFERENCE IN THE COMMUNITY. I TELL THEM THAT NOT EVERYONE CAN DO THIS JOB. I TELL THEM THAT IF THEY STEP UP AND DO IT WELL, THEY WILL BE WORTHY OF TREMENDOUS RESPECT.”

Q. You are Pierce County’s longest serving sheriff and ran unopposed in two elections. To what do you attribute your support from Pierce County voters?

A. As to longevity and voter support, I would attribute that to two things. The first is the people who serve in this agency. I have worked for five different agencies in my career and I have never worked with better people. They have tremendous “smarts and heart.” They step up and solve major problems be they gang problems or the “methademic” or increases in property crimes even when they have limited resources. And they are spread thin. We police about 445,000 people in an 1,800-square-mile county with only 351 law enforcement officers. And we run the second largest local jail in the state. It works because the quality of our people make it work. The second reason? We use plain English to tell people what we are doing. We pride ourselves on straight talk and timely information regarding major incidents. We get information out, and we don’t use a bunch of puffed-up bureaucratic language in the process.

Q. I am guessing if anybody checked that you are the most educated sheriff in Pierce County history with two master’s degrees and a doctorate from Yale University. What led you to pursue such advanced education?

A. It’s true. I am an over-educated cop. I don’t advertise it that much because I find that I get

really tired of some people with Ph.Ds. who act like that makes them better than other people.

I know that there is intelligence and education and wisdom and commonsense, and they don’t always occur together. I went to grad school at Yale because I thought that I wanted to be a college professor. I did research on police in New Haven and Boston. And I met people who really cared about what they did. I later worked beside people in Seattle PD. It dawned on me that police work was both intellectually engaging and morally engaging.

Q. With so much negativity in the media toward many police departments, what would you say to young people who are considering pursuing a career in law enforcement but may be concerned about community support?

A. Community support is very important. Public safety is not a spectator sport. We cannot be successful in our mission without public support.

We have a tremendous responsibility to the public when we put on a badge. But the public also has a tremendous responsibility to us and to others in the community.

It boils down to what it means to be a citizen.

Citizenship is not just about rights and entitlements and privileges. It is also about duty and obligation and responsibility to the common enterprise. Public safety is built on public trust.

Public trust is a two-way street. The greater burden

falls on police. But communities need to meet their responsibilities as well.

When I was at Yale, Sgt. David Durk of NYPD (a Dartmouth grad) toured the Ivy League colleges looking for recruits. He told us that if we really wanted to “save the world” (remember, this was still the 1970s) we should get a haircut and pin on a badge. He said if we did that, we could “save the world” one call, one individual, one family, one community at a time.

What do I tell potential new recruits? I tell them that there are very few jobs where one gets to make a real moral difference in the community. I tell them that not everyone can do this job. I tell them that if they step up and do it well, they will be worthy of tremendous respect. I tell them that if they do it right, and do it ethically, it will be the hardest job they ever loved.

Q. After a long career, it looks like retirement is in your future. What are your plans?

A. Well, I know I won’t fully retire. There are lots of things I want to do, including having more involvement in criminal justice and political issues at the state and federal levels. I have spent 42 years in some aspect of law enforcement. I’d like to do some traveling with family. And also get to see what a new generation of law enforcement leaders will do.

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Health N AT U R A L , L I F T E D , E X T E N D E D LASH ENHANCEMENT OPTIONS AND CHOOSING THE BEST OPTION FOR YOU

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he options are endless: extensions, strips, growth serums, perms, even magnetic. Whatever your choice is for getting eyelashes that “pop,” there is no doubt it is currently one of the biggest beauty trends. Depending on the type of pop you’re looking for and the condition of your lashes, there are many options out there to accentuate those beautiful eyes of yours. Let’s explore the different options to help you determine what will enhance one of your most alluring features.

Lash Extensions - We all have friends with long, thick, perfectly curled lashes. Many times, they are our own children or a partner who could care less about perfect lashes. Ugh. For those of us who were not blessed with the “perfect eyelash gene,” we may turn to lash extensions. Lash extensions can be made of several different materials including synthetic fibers, silk, mink, human hair, even horsehair, and are used to accentuate, lengthen and fill in your natural lashes. An adhesive is used to glue an individual or small bunch of hairs to your existing lashes. The nice thing about extensions is you can determine the length and amount of volume you would like, thus enabling your technician to create a very natural or very dramatic look. Lash extensions require an initial

treatment which can take anywhere from one to three hours, with “fill-in” appointments every two to four weeks. Your lashes have a natural shedding process, resulting in a loss of approximately one to five lashes per day, which is why fill-in appointments will keep your lashes looking consistent.

Lash Strips - Similar to extensions, lash strips are typically made of synthetic fibers or human hairs and are applied with an adhesive.

The difference is they come adhered to a strip, which you measure and cut then apply to your natural lash line with an adhesive. They typically create a more dramatic look and are applied and removed daily, or for special events.

Lash Lifting/Perming - This is a process in which your natural lashes are placed onto a rod using adhesive then processed into a curled position. This typically includes a lash tint, giving your natural lashes the look of using an eyelash curler and applying one coat of mascara. This is a low-maintenance treatment, usually lasting six to eight weeks. It is great for those with long, straight lashes and those who want a less dramatic look. Lash tinting is great for those with light-colored lashes.

Whatever your choice is for getting eyelashes that “pop,” there is no doubt it is currently one of the biggest beauty trends.

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Growth Serums - Growth serums are solutions applied to the lash line, promoting lash growth and resulting in longer, fuller, stronger natural lashes. There are natural serums as well as medical grade. Natural growth serums typically contain biotin as their main ingredient, which is a vitamin B used to strengthen the lash, thus resulting in longer, stronger lashes. Medical-grade growth serums, such as Latisse, require a prescription through a medical provider. Latisse is a bimatoprost ophthalmic solution, approved by the FDA, to produce longer, thicker, stronger lashes. Natural serums tend to take a bit longer to produce results but can be purchased over the counter.

Talk to your aesthetic provider to discuss the best lash enhancement option for you. Do your research and be certain you are trusting your eye area to a trained professional.

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Health A R E YO U C H E AT I N G S L E E P ?

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onestly, think about what you could accomplish if you didn’t need to take time to eat or sleep! When I was in college, a young colleague said, “I only have enough time for one meal a day! Where do you expect me to get time to eat more?” I thought, “Wow! Eating is pretty important!”

As dentists, we get concerned for patients who don’t sleep well due to other causes, not the circadian rhythm. When you relax at night, the tongue can fall back against the back of your throat. This can cause obstructive sleep apnea, affecting your oxygen intake at night. Why does this happen?

All that aside, he was quite slim. I didn’t ask him about his possible snacking habits. Hey, did you know that snacking can lead to more cavities? But let’s get back to the topic of sleep and why sleep, or lack of it, might be of concern to your dentist.

• Age • Neck size • Fat deposition • Airway resistance syndrome • Size of the tongue • Shape of your palate and dental arch • Tonsils or adenoids • Genetics: family predisposition • Medication use • Menopause

Did you know that if you snore, you can be more prone to gum disease? Sleeping well is rejuvenating. It’s when your body heals and repairs itself. If you have periodontal disease (disease of the gum and bone around your teeth), you can’t heal well from the inflammation.

You’re also more prone to an increase in cavities. Dry mouth, stickier plaque, more cavities! Do you ever wake up at night with a dry mouth?

As mammals, we live and die based on circadian rhythms. Our body is set to sleep and wake on a 24-hour cycle. The timing is controlled by the brain. You can fight it, but we need sleep to survive. Sadly, there have been many articles in the news regarding abnormal behavior due to lack of sleep, which can include suicide, insanity and serious depressive behaviors.

I personally don’t like being told that as I get older, menopause can affect my sleep. You probably also don’t want to know that your tongue can get fatter. Nothing stays the same: muscle tone, sagging, throats, really? What can you do? Throat lifts are external only.

While they look good (and I’d do it too!), it won’t help you sleep.

Men, you’ve always been at more risk for sleep apnea. Ask your physician about sleep if you’re feeling tired during the day or if your spouse complains about his or her quality of sleep.

Did you know that if you live to be 90 years of age, you’d have slept 32 years of your life? Our sleep cycles change as we age. Younger people need much more sleep. Older patients experience much lighter sleep, less REM sleep and tend to nap during the day.

Come into see me and visit our website at UptownDentalGigHarbor. com. You have options. We can refer you to a board-certified sleep physician, decrease cavities, improve gum/bone health and help you sleep better!

Sleeping well is rejuvenating. It’s when your body heals and repairs itself.

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ituated on Puyallup Avenue in Tacoma, it can be easy to pass by Old Soldier Distillery without noticing it. Though unassuming from the outside (as its door is situated in front of Grit City Gym, with its easy-to-miss sign, especially during the summertime when it is obscured by the trees on the sidewalk), once inside, customers will descend a set of stairs into the walkout bottom-floor tasting room of Old Soldier Distilling. The rustic, eclectic space is filled with items that interest owners Rodney Kaeding and Andrew Fairchok, from old furniture, vintage tools and a railroad safe to a framed commission from Andrew’s great great grandfather.

“It’s comfortable, unpretentious and homey to us,” says Andrew. “People come down, take a tour and hang out like old friends—and we like it that way. Our tours, which are booked on Groupon, are about one-and-a-half hours and include a walkthrough of the distillery and the distillation process from ‘grain to bottle,’ some historical tidbits, humor and interesting facts.”

And as Andrew says, “Most of them are true!” After the tour, guests sit down for a tasting of their products and a visit. It’s fun, educational and unhurried.

Old Soldier Distillery is solely owned and operated by Rodney and Andrew, both disabled veterans; Rodney, retired Air Force, and Andrew, retired Army. The friends, and business partners, decided to pursue this venture together using their pensions. Since day one, they have only operated on a cash basis, purchasing everything as they had funds available, keeping the business debt free.

“My great great grandfather was a quartermaster sergeant in the Civil War, and part of his duties involved rationing whiskey to the troops,” says Andrew. “Sometimes they had to make it, and we replicate that product here. We may use modern mechanical aids because we are both a little broken from our time in the military, but in essence, we stay true to the methods and his techniques.”

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Originally the pair had intended to explore alcohol as a fuel for scooters, and they started by converting a lawnmower to run on alcohol, which Rodney uses to this day. Andrew had done some “research” while in the military on deployments, and then there is, of course, the family history aspect.

“We are inquisitive and like to learn how things work, so this was just something we found fascinating,” says Rodney.

“It was early in the craft distillery rebirth, and as we looked more and more into the history, art and technique of craft distilling, it eventually led us to file for a permit.”

At Old Soldier Distillery, they do things a bit differently than other distillers in order to provide a fermentation process that is gentler and provides a variety of subtle benefits to their product. “Many people expect a young distillery to have sharp notes in their product due to its age but are pleasantly surprised by Old Soldier due to this attention to fermentation,” affirms Andrew.

It is important to Rodney and Andrew to give back to their community, and one important organization they show their support to is JBLM Fisher House. “We collect all the tips and donations from patrons in a big glass jar and use the proceeds to buy stuff young families need when they are staying at the house,” says Rodney. They have collected more than $1,700 and are currently buying items like diapers, baby powder and shampoo to deliver to JBLM Fisher house. “We can’t wait to bring them all the things we have acquired.”

JBLM Fisher House provides a safe comfortable place for soldiers’ families to stay while their soldier recuperates from major medical issues from service. “The costs to the family are nominal and allows a young servicemember’s family to be near them even if they are at a med center halfway across the country. It is a noble thing done for soldiers, and we want to support it,” states Andrew.

“As we grow our support will as well.”

Andrew and Rodney invite you to stop in the tasting room 4 to 8pm Friday and noon to 8pm Saturday. For those interested in a private tour, you can give them a call to set one up. You can also find their products at McMenamins Elks Temple, Pacific Grill and The Forum, as well as many other quality local restaurants and social gathering points in and around Tacoma. Most recently, their Bourbon and Bourbon Santos—a unique raisin-aged Bourbon that is only produced

by Old Soldier Distillery, as they invented it!—have been stocked in all 10 Total Wine and More stores in Washington.

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f you’ve meandered through one of the many car shows of the Northwest, you’ve probably seen some pretty cool rides. It’s a great way to get up close to a piece of history. The common vehicles featured in most of these shows are mid ‘50s to late ‘70s Americanmade automobiles. Some shows have rules as to how old the car must be to be shown, what condition it is in or where it was made. While these shows can be a lot of fun, especially for those who grew up driving one of these muscle machines, being able to see a wider variety of automotive history is a more difficult thing to find. Lucky for us, North America’s largest continuous “car show” can be found right in our backyard. And if you’ve never been, you are sure in for a treat.

The LeMay - America’s Car Museum is a bucket-list trip for those serious about automotive history but also a great time for those who know little to nothing about vehicles of the past or even how a car works; and that’s the beauty of this place.

“It’s truly multi-generational,” said Ashley Bice, National Strategic Initiatives Officer with America’s Automotive Trust, a nonprofit organization aimed at preserving America’s car heritage. “Everyone walks away with a great experience.”

The LeMay collection includes some 300 cars, trucks and motorcycles inside the 165,000-squarefoot complex, with vehicles spanning more than a century. “It’s all about the celebration of America’s love affair with the automobile, not one particular vehicle or brand,” said Bice. The

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collection varies from some of the earliest models ever made to some of the newest in luxury, high speed or concept on the market today.

The museum came to be when Harold and Nancy LeMay had amassed the largest privately owned collection of vehicles and memorabilia in the world. When asked about his collection, the late Harold LeMay said, “I don’t go for just the dollar value car. If it is unusual, I like it. So, I am kind of a maverick, since I am not a dyed-in-the-wool Chevy, Ford or Duesenberg man. I see it, I like it, I buy it.”

After amassing such a large collection, and seeing the sheer enjoyment of guests at their annual car show and open house at the couple’s homestead, The LeMays made the decision that instead of seeing their collection scattered and auctioned off to private owners, it would be better served as a piece of history that all could enjoy. After more than a decade of planning, grant writing, fundraising, ups and downs, and surviving the economic downtown, ground was broken in 2011, and the, museum saw its doors open for good in June of 2012. Since then, thousands of visitors from all 50 states and 47 countries have passed through the doors to admire this truly one-of-a-kind collection.

First-time visitors are amazed almost instantly as they walk through the doors. Most museums typically display only a small portion of their collections, as many of the rare artifacts are kept in storage and away from the public eye.

Rather unique to LeMay - America’s Car Museum is that the collection is held in an “open air” setting. Vehicles that aren’t currently on display in one of the numerous exhibits are still open for easy public view in the center of the complex.

While the LeMays are the primary donors to the museum, other cars, trucks, motorcycles and unique pieces of automotive history have come from many different sources.

According to Bice, two-thirds of the vehicles on display come from private donors—not just from the area but across both oceans.

“We had a 1941 Buick go to China for an exhibition and then back to the museum. Our 1927 La Salle that is currently on display competed in the 2011 Mille Miglia in Italy,” she said.

It’s a unique opportunity for collectors as they have a safe place to display their car where thousands more people will get to see and experience it than at a regional car show. It also helps the museum continually bring in new pieces of history to share as the exhibits rotate often and showcase different brands, eras and styles.

RATHER UNIQUE TO LEMAY - AMERICA’S CAR MUSEUM IS THAT THE COLLECTION IS HELD IN AN “OPEN AIR” SETTING.

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It’s all about the celebration of America’s love affair with the automobile, not one particular vehicle or brand.

“You don’t have to be a ‘car guy’ to enjoy this place, but if you are, there is definitely a lot of eye candy to enjoy,” said Bice.

Getting the unique autos is often a two-way street. Sometimes the Museum is made aware of a special car or vehicle that would make a great fit for an upcoming exhibit, making a request to the owner; and other times, the vehicle’s owner is made aware of the Museum and wants to be part of sharing its history with others.

The museum recently wrapped up displaying one of the more unique collections on the planet.

While many donate a single vehicle or maybe a couple, Brown M. Maloney gave LeMay 125 Honda motorcycles from multiple decades. Maloney was highlighted in the 2019 Master Collector’s Exhibit, which is reserved for “dedicated enthusiasts whose passion for cars knows no bounds.” A new Master Collector will be featured later this year.

The collection at LeMay includes just about anything you can think of, along with several vehicles and artifacts you might not have known to exist. One exhibit might include the earliest Cadillac, Model Ts and Model As, and around the corner you’ll find a display of British-made automobiles. Muscle cars and family wagons, high-end ultra-fast sports cars and even the foot-powered “Flintmobile” from the 1994 Flintstones movie are on display for guests’ enjoyment.

One of the more popular exhibits is Route 66, which includes a rotating interactive collection of cars and memorabilia to celebrate America’s iconic roadway. This exhibit is dedicated to the heyday of American automobile travel and helps a younger generation see what a family road trip on this iconic highway looked like in the 1950s and ‘60s.

First-time visitors should set aside some time to visit Lucky’s Garage to learn about Harold LeMay, his passion for automobiles, how he came to own so many and his decision to put them on display for all to enjoy. This is a permanent exhibit paying tribute to those who made it all possible.

Though initially popular in the south, NASCAR’s following has grown not just nationwide but has spread to a worldwide audience. Two-hundred mile per hour super cars dominate the tracks today, but this sport got its humble beginning from southern moonshiners tuning engines for a few extra horsepower in order to avoid the law while running their illicit alcohol. In the Legends of Motorsports: The NASCAR story you’ll not only learn about how the sport began to blossom but see the evolution of race cars, many of which you’ll recognize from popular drivers throughout its history.

If you want to take your racing experience up a notch, be sure to stop by the Speed Zone. Here you are strapped into a state-of-the-art CXC racing simulator so you can get the feel of track and slot car racing.

One of the most exciting new exhibits at LeMay is Saleen: From the Heart of a Racer to America’s Supercar. The incredible display was unveiled this past fall with Steve Saleen in attendance.

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Visitors are treated to a unique display of Saleen’s rich automotive history spanning over four decades.

You can enjoy a variety of historic vehicles on display, including his personal racing machines, early Saleen Mustangs, the Saleen S7 (considered America’s first supercar), and examples of the company’s new Saleen 1 mid-engine turbocharged sports car and recently unveiled Saleen 1 GT4 concept race car.

Other exhibits include the opulent rides of the 1930s and a wing of all British-made autos.

There is no shortage of vehicles to see, but there are also great opportunities to get hands on and interactive as well.

“We have dedicated spaces for kids and families to really experience automobiles,” said Bice. These include the photo car where you can have your picture taken with a 1923 Buick touring car. There is also the Family Zone which has multiple interactive pieces for kids to explore. Here they can study how a car works by looking at an exposed Chassis, build and 50 253 LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE

race pinewood derby cars, get behind the wheel of a mustang, and design their own car.

Many school groups have come through the museum, and there are also family focused programs as well as adult-only programs on the calendar. What’s truly amazing is the museum is run almost entirely on a volunteer basis. These folks handle everything from tour guides, greeters and manning various interactive stations to monitoring the collections and doing general maintenance and upkeep on the collection.

While many of the museum’s collection will likely never see outdoor roadways again, that isn’t to say you won’t soon see and hear some of them rumbling the streets of the Northwest.

“Our Drive Home program takes vehicles from the collection and gets them out on the road driving from one point to another,” explained Bice.

In fact, part of the collection will take a unique journey later this year. To recreate the iconic American road

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While any time of year is a great time to visit, those wanting an even more unique experience will want to mark their calendars for the evening of March 13. Each year, the museum hosts a yearly party called Drive the Blues Away. This year’s theme is “Viva Las Vegas.” Guests can still wander throughout LeMay - America’s Car Museum, but you’ll also be treated to food, drink and live music as you peruse the collection. Tickets will be going on sale soon for this exclusive event.

When the weather turns brighter and warmer, you’ll find even more fun outside the museum walls with Cruise Ins and Drive-In movies featuring a 40-foot screen. Take a Spin will put you in a moving car, which could be anything from a Packard to a vintage fire truck.

There is always something new to find at LeMay - America’s Car Museum. New visitors are astonished by the sheer scope of the place, while members continue to find new details they might have missed on previous visits. Nowhere else can you find a collection of such variety, all thanks to the incredible generosity of Harold and Nancy LeMay.

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TACOMA

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Inspire and nurture your creativity

By Jillian Chandler | Photo by Market Place Events

January

23 - 26 JANUARY 23 THROUGH 26, THE TACOMA HOME + GARDEN SHOW RETURNS TO THE TACOMA DOME for a weekend filled with all things home and garden.

The four-day event includes a main stage with must-see presenters including the biggest names in the industry; this year featuring experts Ciscoe Morris, Marianne Binetti and Sue Goetz offering their advice for every home and garden!

Feature gardens by top landscape professionals Father Nature Landscape, Olympic Landscape and Nature Perfect Landscape will be on display throughout the show, providing attendees creative and inspiring techniques and plant varieties for their own home gardens.

You won’t want to pass up the Artisan Market, with vendors offering unique items for the home and garden including framed paintings, pencil art, and scenic and botanical photography, local glass art, offerings by local woodworkers, ceramic artists, printmakers, botanical jewelry artists and other craftspeople. Workshops, plant sale and more round out this year’s event.

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Show hours are 11am to 7pm Thursday through Saturday, and 11am to 5pm Sunday. Admission passes are valid for any one day only and can be purchased online for $12 each (save $2 now with savings coupon, which can be found on the website), and admission is free for children under 12.

Friday, January 24, is Trade Day, and all home-related tradespeople or members of an affiliated association are invited to attend the show— free of charge! In order to receive complimentary admission, show your valid ID at the Box Office (business cards, association membership cards, employee UDs, vocational and trade school IDs are accepted).

Hero Day takes place on Sunday, January 26. In a tribute to all active or retired military, police, firefighters, paramedics and public-school teachers, the Tacoma Home + Garden Show is offering free admission to all these local heroes who make a difference in our community.

Please be sure to bring your valid ID to the Box Office to claim your free admission ticket.

To find out more about the 2020 Tacoma Home + Garden Show and to purchase tickets, visit TacomaHomeAndGardenShow.com.

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TACOMA WEDDING EXPO JANUARY 11 & 12 Tacoma Dome 9:30am to 3pm | BridesClub.com Your wedding planning just got a little easier. The 2020 Tacoma Wedding Expo is a two-day event where attendees will find more than 100 wedding vendors on-site for all of their wedding needs. Choose from hundreds of gowns, enjoy fashion shows, giveaways, talk with wedding planners, caterers, florists and more! The planning of your perfect day starts now. The event takes place at the Tacoma Dome January 11 and 12, 9:30am to 3pm both days. Admission is $16 per person, with children 12 and younger free. Discounted rates will be applied for parties of three or more. Tickets can be purchased online at BridesClub.com.

TACOMA RV SHOW JANUARY 16 - 19 Tacoma Dome 11am to 8pm Thurs. - Sat. | 11am to 5pm Sun. January 16 through 19, Washington state’s biggest RV show makes its way back to the Tacoma Dome. Doors will be open for the 2020 Tacoma RV Show, presented by BECU, 11am to 8pm Thursday through Saturday, and 11am to 5pm Sunday. With hundreds of RVs on display and more than 100 brands on-site, now’s the time to take advantage of season-starting selection and money-saving deals as you shop the top dealers all under one roof. General admission is $12, $6 with Military ID and free for attendees 16 and younger. Visit TacomaRVShow.com today to purchase your tickets and save $2 on admission!

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SEATTLE BOAT SHOW JANUARY 24 - FEBRUARY 01 CenturyLink Field & Chandler’s Cove See website for times | SeattleBoatShow.com The 2020 Seattle Boat show makes its way back to CenturyLink Field & Event Center and South Lake Union (Chandler’s Cove) January 24 through February 1. Both an indoor and outdoor event, the Seattle Boat Show kicks off in style on opening night, as they host Uncorked from 5 to 9pm at CenturyLink. Guests will enjoy tasting a variety of award-winning Washington and California wines while taking in the show and shopping for the boat of their dreams. For more information about this year’s show, fun happenings, hours, and to purchase your tickets, visit SeattleBoatShow.com.

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A Winter Wonderland MAKE A TRIP TO WEST YELLOWSTONE THIS SEASON

BY MARGUERITE CLEVELAND PHOTOS COURTESY OF AMY BEEGEL, EASY TOURS YELLOWSTONE AND MARGUERITE CLEVELAND

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Travel

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hen the winter snows blanket the town of West Yellowstone and Yellowstone National Park, the summer crowds dissipate, making this the ideal time of year to visit. West Yellowstone makes the perfect base for exploring all the area has to offer in the winter months and is the closest park entrance to the Old Faithful Geyser. Surrounded by three National Forests, plenty of trout streams and lakes, it makes getting back to nature easy.

There is a surprising number of things to do from snowmobiling, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing to winter fly fishing. The town of West Yellowstone is right outside the West Entrance to the park and, although it is closed to cars in the winter, it is open for licensed tour operators for snowmobile and snowcoach tours.

Where to Stay The Yellowstone Lodge has a great location for your base during your time in the area. It is only one block away from popular attractions, restaurants and shopping, and just three blocks away from the West Entrance to Yellowstone National Park. The hotel is one of the newer properties in West Yellowstone. It has decent sized modern rooms, and there is even a family suite option if you need more space. Amenities on the property include an indoor heated pool and hot tub. The included continental breakfast is substantial with a nice variety. The staff is very friendly and helpful.

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Always stunning, it will blow you away with its beauty during the winter months. Mounds of snow contrast with steaming geysers, and wildlife viewing is at its peak.

Where to Eat Most restaurants in the area are heavy on the Western theme. Think hearty steaks, burgers and comfort food. While in town make sure to try an elk or bison dish. Madison Crossing Lounge is in an old school. The first West Yellowstone school was built in 1918 and now houses commercial businesses including the restaurant. This is a wonderful place to dine. They work hard to source locally as much as possible to support the local economy and offer a very well-rounded menu with nightly specials and several elk and bison options; think delicious bison meatloaf or elk tenderloin medallions with a blueberrytarragon reduction.

The Slippery Otter Pub is a rowdy, casual pub with good service and tasty food.

Try a bison burger or jalapeno wontons with huckleberry sauce. The Book Peddler is a coffee shop tucked in the back of a store. This is where the locals grab coffee. The baked goods are house made, and the blueberry scone is light and delicate, and pairs perfectly with a cup of coffee.

What to Do No trip to the area is complete without a trip to Yellowstone National Park.

Always stunning, it will blow you away with its beauty during the winter months. Mounds of snow contrast with steaming geysers, and wildlife viewing is at its peak. If you are going to splurge on anything during your trip, make it hiring Yellowstone Guide Amy Beegel, Easy Tours Yellowstone, LLC to guide your snowmobile trip into the park. Certified guides are required in the winter months, and Amy is a pro. Super fun and so knowledgeable about the park, she will curate your tour to fit the interests of your group. A great guide makes or breaks a trip, so contact Amy first and she will help you arrange the snowmobile 62 253 LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE

rentals. Plan for a full-day adventure. Local outfitters also have snowsuits, gloves and boots available for rent. Be aware when making any kind of reservations that there is no cell phone service outside of town, so many outfitters will get back to you in the evening after they have returned from day tours.

You won’t be able to spot a bear in Yellowstone National Park in the winter because they hibernate, but the bears that live at the Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center don’t hibernate. The center gives you the opportunity to explore the world of grizzly bears and gray wolves as well as the new River Otter Exhibit.

Each exhibit has warm buildings so you can observe the animals both inside and outside. The center has also acquired a world-class exhibit BEARS once it completed its tour of the country. It is interactive and explores the ways bears have captured our attention through myth, art, literature, history and folklore.

It is well worth a visit. The animals that live at the center can no longer return to the wild for a variety of reasons including being orphaned, a nuisance animal or suffered injuries. This is not a typical tourist attraction but an education center, and you will learn so much about the wildlife in the area. Your ticket is good for two days, so don’t be surprised if the kids ask to go back again.

The Yellowstone Giant Screen and Trading Post makes a nice stop if the weather is not cooperating. It opens in the afternoon for shopping, and movies start at 3:30pm. The Yellowstone Movie shows every day and provides a good overview of the history of Yellowstone National Park. A current movie is also shown each day. Check with the theater for current listings and times.

You’ll want to schedule in time to explore West Yellowstone by foot. It is a cute walkable town with a “Wild West” feel about it.

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with Spirit of the North. Unlike many companies, with Spirit of the North you will receive hands-on instruction and have the thrill of driving a sled dog team.

If you’ve never been around an Alaskan huskies dog team, you are in for a treat.

The dogs are high energy and love to run. They are friendly and enjoy receiving lots of petting. The trips take place 1 mile about the Mountain Village at the ski resort in what is known as Moonlight Basin. You’ll enjoy breathtaking scenery along the trail including views of Lone Mountain and the Spanish Peaks.

Located around 30 miles outside of West Yellowstone, the historic 320 Guest Ranch offers evening sleigh rides. This magical ride takes you along the Gallatin River on a sleigh pulled by draft horses. On a clear night, being so far out of town, the stars are so bright in the night sky. The sleigh ride takes you to Mountain Man Campsite where you will enjoy wild game chili, a variety of

snacks and hot beverages, with the option of adult beverages. Listen to ranch stories by the bonfire before heading back. The trip lasts about an hour. You can also arrange for a private sleigh ride.

West Yellowstone is truly special during the wintertime. When planning for your trip, prepare for extreme weather and pack layers and warm clothing. Before heading out each day, check the weather forecast so you don’t get caught in an unexpected storm. For more information, visit DestinationYellowstone.com and YellowstoneDestination.com.

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