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mbarking on a financial plan is like sailing around the world. The voyage won’t always go to plan, and there’ll be rough seas. But the odds of reaching your destination increase greatly if you are prepared, flexible, patient and well-advised.

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Likewise, when planning an investment journey, you need to decide on your goal. A first step might be to consider whether the goal is realistic and achievable. For instance, while you may long to retire in the south of France, you may not be prepared to sacrifice your needs today to satisfy that distant desire.

Once you are set on a realistic destination, you need to ensure you have the right portfolio to get you there. Have you planned for multiple contingencies? What degree of “bad weather’’ can your plan withstand along the way?

Key to a successful voyage is a good navigator. A trusted advisor is like that, regularly taking coordinates and making adjustments, if necessary. If your circumstances change, the advisor may suggest you replot your course.

As with the weather at sea, markets can be unpredictable. A sudden squall can whip up waves of volatility, tides can shift and strong currents can threaten to blow you off course.

Like a seasoned sailor, an experienced advisor will work with the conditions.

Once the storm passes, you can pick up speed again. Just as a sturdy vessel will help you withstand most conditions at sea, a well-diversified portfolio can act as a bulwark against the sometimes tempestuous conditions in markets.

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when planning an investment journey, you need to decide on your goal.

Circumnavigating the globe is not exciting every day. Patience is required with local customs and paperwork as you pull into different ports.

Likewise, a lack of attention to costs and taxes is the enemy of many a long-term financial plan.

If you can’t live with the volatility, you can change your plan. If the goal looks unachievable, you can lower your sights. If it doesn’t look as if you’ll arrive on time, you can extend your journey.

Distractions can also send investors, like sailors, off course. In the face of “hot” investment trends, it takes discipline not to veer from your chosen plan. Like the sirens of Greek mythology, media pundits can also be diverting, tempting you to change tack and act on news that is already priced in to markets.

Of course, not everyone’s journey is the same. Neither is everyone’s destination. We take different routes to different places, and we meet a range of challenges and opportunities along the way. But for all of us, it’s critical that we are prepared for our journeys in the right vessel, keep our destinations in mind, stick with the plans and have a trusted navigator to chart our courses and keep us on target.

A lack of flexibility is another impediment to a successful investment journey. If it doesn’t look as though you’ll make your destination in time, you may have to extend your voyage, take a different route to get there or even moderate your goal.

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The important point is that you become comfortable with the idea that uncertainty is inherent to the investment journey, just as it is with any sea voyage. That is why preparation and planning are so critical. While you can’t control every outcome, you can be prepared for the range of possibilities and understand that you have clear choices if things don’t go according to plan.

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Reducing and Resolving Conflict

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“How much is this going to cost me?” This question is often among the first asked by my clients. Of course, my answer is always, ‘It depends.”

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o many factors contribute to the cost of a divorce, some of which are out of your control. The better question might be, “How can I reduce my cost of getting divorced?”

Experience matters. The most obvious cost factor is whether you engage an attorney to represent you. Divorce attorneys typically charge an hourly rate, depending on geographic location and level of experience. However, don’t let the difference in rate, alone, be a deciding factor. An attorney with a higher billing rate might save you money in the long run. For example, a more experienced attorney often takes half the time to complete a task versus a less-experienced attorney. Therefore, it is more important to gauge the experience level of your prospective attorney before letting billing rates determine whom to hire.

How you divorce matters, too. Another significant cost factor is how you navigate through your divorce. I define process options on a spectrum, ranging from the least to the most. It begins with a DYI divorce, often purchased as a kit, online, and expands to fullblown litigation. Be aware that there are other “costs” besides just attorney fees. I’ve helped many who elected a DIY divorce, only later to engage me to fix costly mistakes in decisions and document preparation.

Mediation and collaborative law fall in the middle of the spectrum and are ideal for clients who do not want to engage the court in their private family matter. Although both of these models use professional services, they are often far less expensive than going to court with an

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aggressive trial lawyer. Choose your process very carefully if you want to avoid litigation costs. A responsible family law attorney should be able to help you weigh the pros and cons of all process options that are available to you and be willing to refer you elsewhere if they don’t practice in the model you feel is best for you.

Preparation matters. Aside from the specific divorce professional you hire and the process you elect, you can reduce your costs by gathering and organizing relevant financial documents for your attorney. Also, make wise use of your time. Each meeting with your divorce professional should have an agenda and desired outcomes addressing the issues at hand.

When is the time to air grievances? It may be more productive and less costly if done with a therapist rather than a legal professional.

Reducing and resolving conflict matters, most of all. This does not mean to avoid conflict. Above all, seek to reduce, or at least manage, the conflict in your relationship.

My mantra is, “Conflict costs money.”

Disagreements around key issues, like money and parenting, are normal. It’s how you handle those disagreements that matters.

Refusing to reach reasonable compromises or engaging in behavior that intentionally rankles your spouse, such as stalling, road-blocking and negative communication, are expensive activities. The more you focus on moving on, rather than simply moving out, the less you will spend in real dollars to get divorced.

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“Ocean Fest will inspire our imagination and empathy for the ocean and its creatures and show us how we can protect it through easy daily actions.”

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ark your calendars for a day of celebration at Tacoma Ocean Fest, which will take place June 10 at Foss Waterway Seaport.

All are invited to attend this free festival on Tacoma’s waterfront where you will learn how you can protect the ocean through art, science and water fun!

“Tacoma Ocean Fest is a brand-new event for Tacoma … to celebrate the ocean, tell about its threats and inspire us all to protect it,” says Rosemary Ponnekanti, director and founder of the event and communications coordinator at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium.

“Some of us love the ocean and Puget Sound; others don’t think about it much. But we are all dependent on it for water, food and life—and it’s facing a lot of threats from plastic pollution

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to climate change and acidification,” she states.

“Ocean Fest will inspire our imagination and empathy for the ocean and its creatures and show us how we can protect it through easy daily actions.”

Held 11am to 4pm, festival-goers can expect two spectacular exhibits of underwater and surf/shark photography, looping oceanthemed films, a walk-through eco-sculpture of a ghostly kelp forest made of reclaimed plastic bottles, musicians like singer Kim Archer and electric cellist Gretchen Yanover, a hoop aerialist, scuba virtual reality, Samoan and West African dance, a whale ballet, keynote speaker Annie Crawley and more.

In addition, there will be outdoor booths on the esplanade with local, regional and national environmental groups explaining

and demonstrating how to protect the ocean (think beach-in-a-box, stream tables, viewing microplastic through microscopes), and paddle/kayak/rowing tryouts on the dock.

Food trucks and an Ocean Action pledge card with fabulous giveaways round out the festival.

An event geared to appeal to all ages, there will also be face-painting, a stream table, whale skeleton and touch tanks for the younger children while older kids and adults will love the ocean play table, shark photos and handson science.

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Long Distance Row-Around Air Force pilot will flex his water wings on an eightmonth journey across the Pacific

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early July but quickly added that he will delay his departure until he gets the eight to 10 days of good weather he’ll need to set a pace and his course for Australia.

Air Force veteran Jacob Hendrickson knows a thing or two about adventure. He has first-hand experience with G-forces over the past 10 years flying combat missions over Afghanistan. He has pushed his reconnaissance jets to speeds that would make most sailors dizzy.

The estimated eight-month crossing will force the jet jockey to “to experience patience and look inward at myself.”

he challenge for a maritime resident of the Gig Harbor Marina will be how to explain to himself why in the world he chose to row his custom-made row boat across the 9,150 nautical miles from Neah Bay in Northwest Washington to Perth in Western Australia.

Then, during the long hot summer of 2014, he had an epiphany.

“Being an Air Force pilot had turned into just a job,” Hendrickson said with a straight face. “Flying combat missions can sometimes be difficult. But I was surprised when it actually became a bore.”

To cope with the tediousness routine of his dull life, the former Air Force Academy cadet challenged himself with the idea of propelling himself— alone—across the unpredictable ocean tides and treacherous currents between the West Coast of North America and the Land Down Under.

Weather permitting, he plans to begin his trek in

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His challenge, said Hendrickson, will test his ability to maintain his sanity that allows him “to understand the true definition of the term ‘grit.’”

The time alone with himself will not be a new experience.

“I currently live alone aboard a boat in the Gig Harbor Marina,” he said. “I live an isolated life.

There will be no wife or kids anxiously waiting for me to walk ashore if, and when, I arrive in Perth.”

Being a realist, the affirmed bachelor knows that his amateur skills at sea-going navigation could mean that he may be end up thousands of miles from his intended destination.

“Odds are that I very well may end up in Hawaii or California,” he said. “Wherever my journey ends, it will be a valuable learning experience for my life.”

“My final boat design was an ocean-going rowboat for rowing solo, non-stop, across the Pacific Ocean.

Hendrickson said his experience as an aviator has provided him with a working knowledge of navigation, but the currents and the winds at sea level present a different range of challenges than at 30,000 feet.

“The currents can act like the wind, but that’s where the similarities end,” he explained. “For a journey of this length, I had to make considerations as to the types of freeze-dried foods I could take along, how much toothpaste to pack, how much butane I will need to boil water, what type of music to bring and when I might need to deploy the sea anchor.”

He is still undecided on which audio tapes and how much music to bring along to occupy the long days without companionship.

He may end up buying an electronic reader so he can have enough reading material, but that is low on his priority list right now.

Hendrickson played football at the Air Force Academy and performed with the band in high school. He has made the decision to leave his saxophone behind.

“I still need to decide whether or not I need to wear socks,” he said with a smile. “That’s a question Captain Cook and the early explorers never had to worry about.”

The ambitious sailor said his maritime dietary plan was devised as a class project by graduate students in sports medicine at Oregon State University. He will have a specially made water maker onboard to purify seawater for drinking and cooking.

The majority of the meals, he said, will be pre-packed with macronutrients to provide nutrition and cut down on the payload needed for the crossing.

Although the native of Austin, Texas, left the actual construction of his row boat to Schooner Boatworks in Portland, Hendrickson spent as much time as could spare at the factory to oversee the production.

The concept for the ocean-going rowboat was the last boat designed

by Eric Sponberg before his retirement. Hendrickson’s boat was featured in an article on the famed designer in a recent issue of Boat Builder magazine.

Sponberg was so proud of the craft he designed for the Air Force pilot, he included it on his personal website, EricWSponberg.com.

“My final boat design was an ocean-going rowboat for rowing solo, non-stop, across the Pacific Ocean. You can read about the history and development of my boat and mast designs on my new website.”

For his safety, Hendrickson will wear a four-point harness that will hopefully prevent him from being tossed overboard in rough seas.

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To cope with his dull life, the former Air Force Academy cadet challenged himself with the idea of propelling himself—-alone—-across the ocean tides and currents between the West Coast of North America and the Land Down Under.

His 28-foot boat will weigh only 22 pounds before it will be stocked with provisions for the voyage.

If the electronics fail, Hendrickson also plans to bring along a sextant, a compass and his watch, “Just in case.”

The would-be captain was on hand to be part of the testing of the boat while under construction. The innovative design of the craft allowed it to right itself even if it was toppled over by high waves.

Finances were the largest obstacle to the journey for Hendrickson to overcome. His said his normal duties as a civilian contractor to the Armed Force commits him to two days on and two days off. His typical week over the past two years has been four days on and only one day off in order to build up the $800,000 in savings he estimates the adventure will ultimately cost.

“I sat in the boat with the four-point harness when the boat was flipped during a test run,” he recalled. “My head was under water for only a few moments before the boat righted itself and I was vertical again.”

The safety precautions went beyond the design of the craft. Hendrickson said the row boat will be equipped with the latest in electronics to guard him against any unforeseen situations. He described the high-tech safety measures his own risk management plan.

The plan includes a satellite connection that will allow his volunteer support team to track the daily progress of the small craft as it crosses more than a dozen time zones. He will also carry a personal emergency beacon that can connect to a satellite system operated by the Federal Communications Commission.

So that he is never too far from modern conveniences, Hendrickson will also have unlimited access to texting friends and supporters around the world and access to a global rescue plane, if needed.

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The isolation, he said, will be a dramatic contrast to his normally hectic lifestyle.

“This was not an overnight decision,” Hendrickson concluded. “I jumped into this challenge with two feet into water that was over my head. No pun intended.”

The aviator predicted that his first order of business once he reaches dry land will be to eat a meal “that has not been pre-packaged or freeze-dried.”

Dan Aznoff is a freelance writer based in Mukilteo dedicated to capturing the cherished memories of our lifetime so that they may be passed to future generations. He was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize for his coverage of the toxic waste crisis. Aznoff can be contacted directly at da@dajournalist.com.

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“THE FOOD HERE IS EXCELLENT, IT’S REAL GOOD,” said Mark Voyer, a client at My Sister’s Pantry. He was one of the many people lined up on a brisk Saturday morning waiting for the pantry to open. Also waiting was Maria Mondragon, who loves being able to socialize with other people in need. Up and down the line clients shared how nice and caring they are at My Sister’s Pantry. As people begin to gather you can sense the comradery as they greet each other. When handicap visitors arrive everyone gently moves aside so they can sit inside to wait until opening time. The whole group treats each other with respect, and you can tell how much each one looks forward to this period of fellowship and community.

My Sister’s Pantry opened its doors in 1999. It is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and an outreach program of the First United Methodist Church of Tacoma.

“The original director named the food bank. She had been homeless at

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one time and needed the services a food bank provides. She relied on her sister to help her out on occasion and said that she could always find what she needed from her sister’s pantry. Once she had stabilized her life, she wanted to give back. The church had quite a bit of empty space that was perfect for a food bank,” said Martha Curwen, who has served as director since 2002.

One of the busiest food banks in the Tacoma area, My Sister’s Pantry serves an average of 350 families per month and each year distributes more than 125,000 pounds of food. The group opens three days a month and serves a hot meal. Visitors have the opportunity to receive groceries and clothing. The meal is prepared with a lot of love and served on tables covered with fresh tablecloths, metal cutlery and china. The china dates back to the 1920s or ‘30s from an old Tacoma church, and there is enough that every person can eat off a real plate.

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“The favorite meal by far is when the cooks from Christ Episcopal Church come and make biscuits and sausage gravy,” Curwen said. The clothing bank is set up like a store with separate sections for men, women and children. The Pantry is open two evenings and one Saturday a month allowing minimum-wage earners to visit without disrupting their work schedules.

Curwen finds the work she does very rewarding. “One in six Washingtonians relies on a food bank; the people we serve are food insecure,” she said. “While I’m a paid part-time employee of the Pantry, I’ve volunteered with other organizations most of my life. Doing good in the world makes me feel content. I strive to treat everyone with respect because I could be in their shoes, too.”

Curwen has a wealth of experience that makes her perfect to head My Sister’s Pantry. “I’ve had several jobs over my career that prepared me for being the director. Right after college I worked in banking here in Tacoma and in Georgia. I took a break to raise my children and returned to the business world as a clerk and then manager of the Tacoma Art Museum Gift Store. I’m a member of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs. That organization gave me organizational, public speaking and nonprofit training.”

My Sister’s Pantry fills a need within the community. The typical client served is anyone who has a need for food and clothing. “Proof of need is not required at our food bank. Clients include low-income families and the homeless. Our clientele are veterans, street folk and immigrants just new to the United States, those that are leaving the detention center and those who may have suffered a catastrophe in their lives such as a fire,” said Curwen.

While some organizations may struggle to find volunteers, the Pantry is

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fortunate to have an ongoing partnership with local utility companies.

On the first Monday of the month, employees from Tacoma Public Utilities volunteer, and on the third Monday of the month, Tacoma Power employees work the shift. On the Saturday opening, various women’s groups and church members volunteer. Throughout the year military from Joint Base Lewis-McChord and local schools also contribute their time. “During the summer months we can use volunteers, as many of our regulars take vacations,” Curwen said.

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The Pantry has had a huge impact in Tacoma for the food insecure and the homeless population. “We hear from our clients that they like our food bank because we distribute groceries, serve a hot meal and have a clothing bank each time we are open. We also do not restrict the number of times a client can visit,” she said. “Since our three open times are spread throughout the month, we know that clients must seek other resources. Further, clients tell us that we treat everyone with dignity and respect.”

• The greatest need is monetary donations which help with operat-

Over the years, My Sister’s Pantry has received many awards including the Ecumenical Service Award from Associated Ministries, the Silver Spoon Award from the Emergency Food Network and the Compassionate Hospitality Award from First Center Tacoma. Curwen encourages people “to recognize something that is important to them and then seek a place to put into action their passions, donating time, talent and resources.”

• If you have a summer garden consider planting a row for the Pantry and donating fresh produce. Donors of fresh items need to remember that the Pantry is only open three times per month. Plan perishable food drop-offs based on when they are open.

Before dropping off items, be sure to call 253.627.1186 to verify someone is there to receive them. Curwen is generally in the office daily from 10am to 3pm. Also be sure to check their website regularly for needs at MySistersPantry.org. My Sister’s Pantry is located at 621 Tacoma Avenue South in Tacoma.

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• Have a food drive or drop off individual donations, hygiene items for women are always needed • Summer clothing, new socks and undergarments, especially needed are men’s and children’s clothing.

• Volunteers during the summer months as the regular team of workers take vacations.

• Watch the website for a restaurant take-over which raises money for the Pantry.

• Contribute to or attend the Pantry’s major fundraiser in the fall.

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READ WHAT SOME OF THEIR GUESTS ARE SAYING: "SANDPOINT IS A PARADISE SO CLOSE TO HOME THAT I NEVER KNEW EXISTED” "WE WILL BE BACK NEXT YEAR!" “THE HOME WAS BEAUTIFUL AND THE PROPERTY WAS BREATHTAKING!” ARE YOU READY TO CREATE SOME MEMORIES? GIVE THEM A CALL TODAY. IT PROMISES TO BE A SUMMER YOU’LL NEVER FORGET!

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andpoint, Idaho, just 40 miles north of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, and 75 miles from Spokane, Washington, is written about and praised in newspapers and magazines all across the country for its beauty, serenity, shopping and outdoor experiences. Visitors come from all over to experience this community. All one needs to do is experience the drive across the Long Bridge into Sandpoint to know just why it has been called the Most Beautiful Small Town in America by USA Today.

The mountains and lake are a welcoming sight. So why not come and see what has the entire region talking about and experience it for yourself?

When planning your trip to Sandpoint, be sure to check out the premier vacation rental company in the area called “Go Sandpoint” www.gosandpoint.com. They are also the preferred booking agent for the exclusive development and golf course at The Idaho Club. Nestled along the fairways of the Jack Nicklaus designed course, each home offers all the finest amenities. Open floor plans allow you to spread out for easy interactions with family and friends, but you can also find privacy within the three, four and five bedroom homes. For those larger groups, which include corporate retreats, Go Sandpoint offers a six-bedroom, six-bath home for rent.

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Prepare a meal on top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances and relax in your own private hot tub after a long day on the lake, hiking the beautiful trails or strolling the local shops. Instead of a hotel wake up call, rise to a beautiful sunrise as you watch out your back patio for deer, birds and other wildlife roaming the course and surrounding forest.

At the Idaho Club, you can enjoy living life to the fullest whether you are golfing, hiking, recreating on the water or just need a beautiful setting to unplug and relax after a long day of skiing at Schweitzer Mountain Resort. It’s a fabulous year-round retreat. Families and corporate executives have found it the perfect place to gather. Nestled along the shores of Lake Pend Oreille, the fifth deepest lake in North America, it is just minutes to Sandpoint or picturesque Hope. With home sites that offer incredible views, privacy and access to many amenities, it is an escape to paradise.

With the summer quickly approaching, The Lodges at the Idaho Club make a perfect getaway. You will not only have privacy, but a great deal of space to spread out and enjoy one another’s company. There’s plenty

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At Go Sandpoint, they specialize in vacation rentals, offering a gated community, Jack Nicklaus designed course for play, a marina and beach are for boating and swimming and a private home that is professionally maintained and cared for. You can sit back and relax in your private hot tub and enjoy the mountains and privately wood acres of natural beauty.

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Make the call today as summer is filling up fast! Experience all that Sandpoint has to offer and make your trip even more memorable by staying at The Idaho Club and be sure to visit GoSandpoint.com for more information on Sandpoint, The Idaho Club and the surrounding area.

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HEALTH & LIFESTYLE

Put On Your Own Mask First, Then Seek to Assist Others The importance of putting yourself first

By Kenny Markwardt, CSCS

IF YOU’VE EVER FLOWN ON A COMMERCIAL PLANE, YOU’VE HEARD THE SAFETY SPEECH REGARDING LIFE JACKETS AND EMERGENCY EXITS. You’ve also heard and seen the demonstration about putting on your oxygen mask. At the end, they make mention that you must put on your own mask before assisting others.

It’s interesting that they have to point this out. Shouldn’t it be pretty obvious that if you die or pass out due to lack of oxygen while trying to help others, that won’t be able to help anyone at all? It probably should be, but I’d bet that nine times out of 10, most people are going to make sure their loved ones are OK before taking care of themselves.

How often are you guilty of this in your everyday life? If you’re like most people I work with, the vast majority of your life revolves around the needs

of others before you take on the needs of yourself. In principle, this sounds all altruistic and warm and fuzzy. I mean, if we all just devoted our lives to helping others, wouldn’t we live in an incredible place? I’m not so sure.

Think about it. If you’re absolutely elated with your life, are you better or worse in your relationships and interactions with others? I’ll answer for you.

You’re better. Everyone is. But isn’t taking care of yourself first selfish? Nope.

Notice I said, “Take care of yourself first,” not “Ignore everyone else and only serve yourself.” Those are two totally different practices.

“But by serving myself first, I’m going to make my spouse and/or family mad at me. I can’t just devote time to getting what I need, then them. I need to continue running at full speed to provide for their needs, then in that last 20

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minutes before I go to sleep, I’ll focus on me.”

Hmmm. Read that again and tell me if it doesn’t sound a little crazy. Yet, I hear it all the time. “I really want to do this, but this person will be mad, jealous or resentful.”

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If it’s path two, they’re really toxic to your life, and you need to do everything you can to cleanse that relationship. That could be working through the issue through therapy or counseling. Or you could just do your best to cut them out of your life and never look back. By the way, if you’re not doing this on social media, you should be.

Unfollow the people who make your blood boil.

I can understand that this all sounds great in principle, but execution is much harder.

That’s normal. The underlying histories and complications make everything a lot more challenging. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t try.

The best course of action that you can take from here is to get to a place where you are mentally comfortable with taking care of yourself first.

Consider all of your choices and actions from the perspective of, “I’ll be better at helping everyone else if I just do this for me first.” Just thinking that way will make you feel a lot better about things.

Then start taking small actions toward making those self-care and self-interested things a reality. The underlying bonus here is that when you can do those things without guilt, you will become better at all of the things you were afraid of losing track of or feeling guilty about not fulfilling. You’ll do them with more vigor and energy that all of the people in your life will be much better off than they were when you were seemingly unselfish.

Gardening Get your child excited about vegetables!

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ne of the most common challenges parents face with their children centers around food and eating.

Specifically, many families struggle with eating enough fruits and vegetables. In today’s fast-paced and hectic world, it is much easier to order a pizza or go to your favorite fast food place on the way home from work.

One tactic that I have found useful is to involve children in meal preparation. Whether it’s helping pick out ingredients at the store, having them help in the kitchen or growing your own garden, children can feel that they are part of the process and be more eager to eat.

I grew up in rural Eastern Oregon surrounded by onion, beet, corn, wheat, potato and fruit farms.

This gave me an appreciation for how food is grown and how it makes it to our table. Here in the South Puget Sound, we are fortunate to have so many family owned and operated farms in the area. However, instead of traveling to the farms, you can have a small piece in your own backyard!

Children love playing outside and getting dirty!

They are also naturally curious and find wonder in normal everyday things, especially Mother Nature. Why not channel those instincts and create your own family garden?

It doesn’t take much space and in fact, you can even grow tomatoes in containers. Our family has had a small garden for the past few years.

We have grown broccoli, peas, carrots, tomatoes, beets, lettuce and even peppers! We also have a persimmon tree and got our first bumper crop last year.

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t can be debilitating. A severe headache can make it difficult to focus at work, engage in everyday activities and even can force one to stay in bed. Masking the pain with over-the-counter medications or prescriptions can provide temporary relief, but it is not addressing the cause of the problem. Some people have also resorted to massage, chiropractic treatment and physical therapy for relief. But once again those were only helping with the pain and not looking at the source. It can become overwhelming and even cause one to go into depression.

The number of people who endure recurring headaches is staggering. The National Headache Foundation reports more than 45 million Americans endure recurring headaches; from this group, 23 million suffer from migraines. What many may not know is the source of up to 80 percent of these headaches is a result from dental force-related problems.

Unfortunately, many who live with constant headaches for years become resigned to the condition. They give up and settle with the fact that it is something they just have to live with. The good news is that many dentists can help cure the pain of migraine and other headaches, tinnitus, TMJ and vertigo.

While it is a fact that many headaches are triggered by stress or are hormone-induced or alcohol-induced, nighttime headaches can also be triggered by a bite imbalance as well as lack of oxygen at nighttime. Sleep issues and headaches are often tied together for many patients.

A staggering number of people don't know why they're in pain. Many are unaware that dental force- related issues, either related to their mouth or as a result of trauma (like a fall, sports injury or whiplash) can be the root of their pain.

Using a computerized bite analysis, a dentist can evaluate your range of motion and bite imbalances. Specialized tools and techniques, such as ultrasound, micro-current technology, cold-laser therapy and manual muscle massage, reduce pain and inflammation. The treatment promotes healing of the muscles and nerves; then the bite is balanced after inflammation is reduced.

Drug free, needle free and painless, the treatment is aimed at the underlying causes of chronic headaches: the pain and discomfort caused by improper muscle forces in the mouth, head and neck area. Dentists have reported success from people who have suffered a serious car accident and are then plagued with constant headaches. But after a simple and painless process, those patients are headache free.

If you wake up many mornings with a dull, nagging and constant headache, it can likely be caused by the muscles of the head, neck and jaw, and the way that teeth come together.

Forces imbalanced by the way the teeth come together send a biofeedback loop to the brain that causes pain through the brain stem.

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et’s face it. Even if you love your job and look forward to going to work each day, we all anticipate the arrival of the weekend. Early in the week, we start looking ahead.

Is the weather going to be nice? We may plan for a hike or a day at the beach. Chilly and rainy? We can finally pick up that book we started months ago and have yet to finish. But as Friday approaches, reality hits. Lists of chores and errands start to ruin our plans. Honestly, all it takes is a little more planning and you will reclaim your weekend! Here are some tips on how to get started (and right in time for summer fun).

By Patty Hutchens • Spread your chores throughout the week. It may be the last thing you want to do after a day at work, but try doing a couple each night—or during the day if you work from home—and you will stress a lot less during the weekend. Clean the kitchen sink or stove top while dinner is in the oven. Keep cleaning supplies handy in your bathroom to do a quick clean every so often. Put in a load of laundry in the morning and finish it up in the evening.

• Order your groceries or meals online. If you live somewhere that has grocery delivery through an online ordering system, try it out and see how it works for you. Many are free or have free coupons, and those who do charge do so for a minimal fee. Isn’t your time worth at least that?

For weekday meals, try one of the many online delivery services.

BlueApron and Hello Fresh are just two of the more popular services, but there are many out there. Do your research and try them out! These time-saving and fresh meals will help free up time during the week to get more done around the house.

• Don’t go at it alone. You can’t be expected to do it all on your own. Assign your children chores that are appropriate for their age. Set a good example and turn off the TV and have everyone do their chores at the same time. You’ll be amazed at how quickly things are accomplished when working as a team!

• Don’t expect perfection. We all want to live in a clean, orderly place, but sometimes that is not the reality. Accept the fact that some rooms may not be exactly how you would like them. After all, there are memories waiting to be made!

• Make your weekend plans ahead of time. It’s easy to decline invitations and put off the fun things when we think we just have too much to do on the weekends. Try planning ahead and schedule activities so that you are more likely to follow through.

When the weekend is over, you will be glad you did! Of course, there is also the caveat of planning too much. Be intentional in what you choose to do and be true to you and your family with your time.

• Set goals. We often think of goal setting as things we want to accomplish in our professional lives or things we need to accomplish in general. Now that summer is here, how about setting some specific goals of activities you want to engage in or

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adventures you want to do with your family or friends.

Make a “bucket list” of things you would like to do that do not require a lot of travel time. Is there a nearby campground that you would like to spend a night?

Possibly there is a bike trail you have yet to explore.

• Plan and plan some more. Whether it is meal planning or making a list of things to accomplish during the week, planning ahead and making lists are key. No longer will you spend time wondering, “What am I going to make for dinner?” or have to stop at the store to pick something up on the way home.

• Don’t forget Friday. Yes, you may be a bit tired from a long week but remember that Friday nights are what gets your weekend off to the right start. It doesn’t have to be expensive, and you can make it fairly simple. Maybe it’s a family pizza and movie night at home. Or you can take an opportunity to pamper yourself with a nice long bath.

• Invest in yourself. Many, especially moms, tend to spend most of their time taking care of others before taking care of themselves. It’s important to realize the more you take care of yourself, the more energy you have to also care for those whom you love.

• Take a break from work. With the advancement of technology, many of us tend to “just do a quick check of our work email” over the weekend. But as many know, one thing can lead to another and before we know it we are working on a proposal, doing research, emailing clients and more. If need be, turn off notifications for the weekend and take away any temptation you have that may draw you into the work mode. If you work from home, keep the computer off and out of sight. Focus on what is important in that moment—you, your family and friends.

Weekends should be time to relax and rejuvenate, but the reality is they have turned into a whirlwind for many. Be intentional with how you are spending your time, plan ahead and by all means give yourself permission to relax and enjoy yourself!

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WEEKENDER TRIPS TO SATISFY THE SOUL

BY COLIN ANDERSON

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e can’t always get away on a full weeklong vacation, but that doesn’t mean that we can’t find a long weekend in which to explore a new destination. Take an extra day or two off this summer and check out one of our favorite places for a long weekend getaway.

Missoula, Montana Millions of people travel to Western Montana each summer, and Missoula is the perfect spot from which to explore. Glacier National Park lies just two and a half hours north, but if you don’t want to make the drive and fight the crowds, a trip down the Bitterroot Valley or up to Flathead or Seeley Lake will leave you speechless. Back in town the Clark Fork, Bitterroot and Blackfoot rivers all offer ample opportunities for a leisurely float in a tube or raft. Avid fly fishermen come from all around in search of monster rainbows, browns and cut throat, and there are several shops that supply guides and local river conditions for those who want to go at it alone.

Downtown Tonight happens Thursday evenings and brings together local food trucks and caterers, live music and a beer and wine garden featuring locally made offerings. It’s adjacent to the city’s trail system, and visitors can watch kayakers and surfers ride Brenan’s wave or take a stroll up and down the riverbank.

The ‘M’ Trail is a moderately difficult hike, mostly due to elevation, that offers a great view of the entire Missoula valley from the top.

After a long day out exploring you can relax at one of the city’s many fine breweries. Big Sky, Bayern and Kettle House are pioneers in the craft beer revolution and are now joined by Highlander, Draught Works and Big Burn in the ever-expanding industry. Big Sky offers a summer outdoor concert series that includes The Barenaked Ladies, Avett Brothers and Luke Bryan, among others. Kettlehouse also opened its own amphitheatre along the Blackfoot River and welcomes The Flaming Lips, Primus and Sheryl Crow. The relaxed vibe of a college town, long summer evenings and bounty of outdoor activities will leave you with memories that will last a lifetime.

Coulee Dam, Washington The Columbia River carves through the state, and with the installment of the Grand Coulee Dam,

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According to the National Parks Service, there is enough concrete poured that you could build a road from Seattle to Miami with the material.

The visitor center is open just about every day, and 50-minute guided tours are available on the hour starting at 10am May through Labor Day. The building of the dam created Lake Roosevelt, which stretches some 150 miles from Grand Coulee to up near the Canadian border. The best way to see this amazing area is by boat. Tow yours with you or look to rent from marinas found along different points of

the lake. Couples or families can also rent highend houseboats on trips ranging from three to seven nights. Some boats are up to 80-feet long, contain five bedrooms, Jacuzzis, outdoor barbecue, satellite TV and everything else you would expect at a fine hotel or vacation rental.

For those without a vessel, tent and RV camping can be found at nearby Spring Canyon Campground and dozens of other locations as you travel along the water. There are plenty of beaches for kids to splash and play, and Central Washington typically gets more than 300 days of sunshine each year. You’ll find open space, quiet and plenty of places to dip your toes on this relaxing getaway.

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exploding popularity of Washington wines has created a wine mecca in Walla Walla like no other. Found seemingly in the middle of farmlands in the far southeast corner of the state, first-time visitors are surprised to see a town of such rich history and sophistication.

While wine has always been a primary focus of visitors to the region, there are now 120 wineries located in town and the surrounding valleys.

While it might sound overwhelming on where to start, there are several local resources to help plan the perfect tasting day for your group. The Walla Walla Valley Wine Alliance (WallaWallWine.com) breaks down wineries by region and offers many suggested tour routes. For those wanting to stay on foot, book a room at the historic Marcus Whitman Hotel.

Downtown is packed with dozens of tasting rooms meaning you won’t have to stroll but a

block or two before you find your next stop.

Many wineries are located on the outskirts of town and have created large beautiful rooms overlooking vineyards and the surrounding hills. Shuttle companies can taxi you between several locations in town cars, limousines or even party buses so you won’t have to worry about driving. Some of the more unique locations include a winery with an adjacent 5-hole golf course you can play while you sip, the old school house and tasting rooms brought to life in converted airplane hangars.

You’ll find everything from ultra casual to formal reservations only. By the end of the trip you’ll have found a new appreciation for one of Washington’s biggest industries and most likely a case or two coming back with you to enjoy the rest of the summer.

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Now’s the Time to Try Something New!

By Jillian Chandler

With summer just around the corner, it’s time to start planning new ways to get outside and take in all that the surrounding area has to offer! From sports to spelunking and everything in between, there’s no getting bored while enjoying time in the great outdoors. What are you waiting for?

Play a

Community Sport So you haven’t picked up a bat since your college days or shot hoops since you played with Dad as a kid. Don’t stress!

It’s never too late to get back in the game, and summer is just the time to do it.

Local organizations and recreation departments offer everything from softball, basketball and volleyball leagues to biking and running groups. It’s a great way to burn a few calories while spending time with friends and meeting new ones. And like when you were young, it’s all about having fun—though a little competition never hurt anyone.

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Go on a

Self-Guided Tour

This is where you live, work and play. You may think you’ve been everywhere and know everything about your city, but … have you ever really ventured out not knowing where it might lead to? Now is the time to really get exploring and discover what’s off the beaten path. If you don’t know where to start, play tourist for a day. You can pick up a brochure at the local visitors center that lists the best places to see and activities to do and start your journey there. Go it alone or bring family or friends. It’s sure to be an educational and fun adventure.

Train for

an Event

Summer is the prime time for fun runs, 5ks, marathons, triathlons, swimming events and much more! If you’ve never experienced the joy and satisfaction of competing in—and completing—an endurance race, it is a feeling that can be compared to no other. Whether you’re an experienced athlete or a novice, it’s time to get training. The best way to accomplish what you’ve started is by starting off small with a shorter race.

Once you’ve undertaken your first competition, keep training, and by the end of summer, you’ll be ready to conquer a more intense event.

Spelunking

EXPERIENCE IT!

Whether you’re young or just young at heart, exploration is ingrained in our nature. That sense of wonder never leaves us as we grow older, and what better way to feed this sense of wonderment than through spelunking. For those unfamiliar with the term, essentially, spelunking—also referred to as caving—is for the adventurous, as you’ll be exploring caves. It is important to not only be cautious but to go into this adventure prepared. Equipment such as a helmet, bright flashlight, hiking boots and first aid kit are strongly recommended, and it’s best to bring a friend along.

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TRAVEL & LEISURE

Sampling Spokane CITY SHAPING UP AS CULINARY DESTINATION

BY COLIN ANDERSON PHOTOS BY LAUREN DENOS

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hen I left the suburbs of Minnesota at the age of 18 for the mountains of Western Montana, I knew I had my life figured out. Who didn’t their first three months of officially becoming an adult? I was going to get a degree in journalism, do sports talk radio and live out my days casting flies in the Bitterroot Valley in summer and riding snow-capped peaks all winter long. Then along came a girl from small-town Idaho.

Things started looking serious and after four years of dating, she informed me she was going to pursue a graduate degree at Gonzaga University in Spokane. I’d only been to the Lilac City for a couple of concerts and to use the airport, and the idea of leaving Montana wasn’t my favorite at the time. She enrolled and I stayed put for a year, pouting mostly about leaving what I’d come to call my new home. When it eventually became clear that to make the relationship work I would need to move, I reluctantly packed up my few belongings, rented a U-Haul and committed to living in a state I had never spent more than a day in.

Eleven years later I find myself loving my life as a Spokanite and have a hard time seeing myself living anywhere else. Over the past two decades the city has transformed and flourished, and the energy around town is nearing an all-time high.

Since Gonzaga’s improbable run to the Elite 8 in 1999, the University has more than doubled its enrollment, and the recent addition of a University of Washington Medical School has given the city a youthful feel. In a downtown where entire blocks were abandoned not long ago, hotels, apartments, boutiques and eateries now dominate the old brick buildings.

With investment in downtown, new small business owners and professional opportunities comes demand for more dining and entertainment options, and this is where Spokane is really starting to become its own destination. When I found myself here in the mid-2000s, there were just three breweries in town; only one distributed while the other two were nano

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ON ANY DAY THROUGHOUT CRAVE! YOU’LL FIND THE MOST TALENTED LOCAL CHEFS AS WELL AS OTHERS FROM ACROSS THE BORDER IN IDAHO AND MONTANA. HEGSTED HAS EVEN INVITED GUEST CHEFS FROM AS FAR AWAY AS SAN FRANCISCO AND ATLANTA, PHILADELPHIA AND VANCOUVER.

operations inside of restaurants that only served on site. Today there are more than two dozen, a thriving wine tasting scene, locally roasted coffee and an ever-evolving restaurant scene that is attracting James Beard nominees and Top Chef contestants to plant their roots in this ever-growing community.

If you want a true taste of what the Spokane region has to offer in the way of incredible foods, look no further than the second annual CRAVE! Food and Drink Celebration, held July 12 through 15. While Spokane has no shortage of dining and tasting festivals, CRAVE! truly stands alone in the quality of the presentations, opportunities to learn from some of the top chefs in the region and from across the country, and the variety of tasting opportunities during the event.

CRAVE! is the brainchild of one of the Spokane area’s most iconic chefs and restaurant owners—Adam Hegsted. A Pacific Northwest native, Hegsted graduated from Northwest Culinary Academy and Art Institute of Seattle. He is a James Beard regional semi-finalist and was invited to cook at the annual Beard Foundation Dinner, an honor that chefs from around the country strive for. He is owner of the Eat Good Group which has restaurants in Spokane that include the wildly popular

Wandering Table and Gilded Unicorn and has also recently branched into North Idaho with the openings of Farmhouse Kitchen and Silo Bar in Sandpoint and Republic Kitchen and Tap House in Post Falls. The group’s newest endeavor, Incrediburger & Eggs, offers very reasonably priced quick-serve burgers and breakfast sandwiches with unique twists on the classics.

Having built connections with the restaurant community regionally and from his travels nationally, Hegsted knew it was time for Spokane to put its name out there and celebrate the great cooks and regional ingredients the area has to offer. On any day throughout CRAVE! you’ll find the most talented local chefs as well as others from across the border in Idaho and Montana. Hegsted has even invited guest chefs from as far away as San Francisco and Atlanta, Philadelphia and Vancouver.

As CRAVE! is a four-day event, you can expect variety and something different with each session. You can purchase tickets to a single event, multiple events or all-access VIP which gets you into every tasting and special post-event celebrations. CRAVE! kicks off Thursday, July 12 with a Seafood Bash. Dozens of stations will be set up both indoors and out at the CenterPlace Regional Events Center in Spokane Valley. Guests

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Our taste buds are tingling can wander from booth to booth and can sample from as many chefs as they so please, as often as they please. Once inside, your ticket gets you unlimited sampling during the event of both food and drink, so there’s nothing additional to purchase during your session. Chefs prepare a dazzling array of tastes using fresh seafood as well as local trout and even sturgeon.

Friday evening’s theme is Foods Around the World as chefs utilize regionally sourced ingredients in popular dishes from Europe, Asia and other far-off destinations. Grand Tasting events Friday and Saturday allow chefs the freedom to present their favorite bites, and locally made wine, beer and spirits are also available to pair with your delicious dishes.

There are demonstrations you can attend, and live music will keep the energy up all weekend long.

While the majority of the events are for those 21 and older, Sunday morning is a family friendly brunch theme, so if you are still hungry, bring the kids for a delicious finish to a great weekend of culinary celebration.

Tickets to all events are on sale now with early bird rates currently available. Packages include individual sessions, multiple sessions or all-

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inclusive all weekend access. You can purchase tickets, find out more about lodging partners and see a list of participating restaurants at CraveNW.com.

CRAVE! is a prime example of a town on the rise. Spokane is drawing its growing population from all walks of life. Young adults are checking out the multiple schools, young families are finding professional opportunities with affordable housing and empty nesters are leaving larger metropolitan areas for a more relaxed pace that still offers much of the entertainment, food and drink they are accustomed to. With rivers, lakes, parks and trails in and around town and mountains not far off in the distance, outdoor recreationalists are finding ample opportunity to explore while driving less than 90 minutes from their home.

Being part of a citywide revitalization is exciting and something that should be celebrated. If you haven’t seen Spokane in some time, make CRAVE! your reason to see all that’s happening. You’ll be treated to incredible food and drink, beautiful summer weather and an opportunity to explore all the area has to offer. You’ll see why so many are making Spokane their new home.

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Miles and Miles of Trails,

Oh My!

IT’S TIME TO GET WALKING

BY JILLIAN CHANDLER

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ummer is upon us, and there’s no excuse to not get outdoors. Grab your tennis shoes or hiking boots and look no further than Metro Parks Tacoma to plan your next great outing.

A popular destination for more than 3.1 million visitors each year, Point Defiance Park boasts 760 acres of natural forest, saltwater beaches and impressive views. Whether out for a day of a little recreation, education or connecting with nature, you’re sure to find all you are looking for here.

Ruston Way offers two miles of picturesque waterfront with impressive views of Commencement Bay and is the ideal destination for walking and jogging, as well as rollerblading and fishing.

A 373-acre greenspace resting on the boundary between East Tacoma and Pierce County, Swan Creek Park boasts not only paved and natural walking trails and Tacoma’s first trail system for mountain bikes, but wooded canyon, upland forest, a salmon-bearing stream and new community garden. Perfect for hiking, be sure to pack a picnic and get some bird watching in.

With its lovely scenic location among the lake and

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forest, Wapato Park is home to a number of trails for you to walk and explore the park, including its .9-mile walking trail around the lake. There’s also a playground, dog park, picnic shelters and an extraordinary historic pergola.

Home to a gorgeous collection of more than 600 trees on 27 acres, Wright Park is ideal for a leisurely afternoon stroll. The new bridge at the park is approximately 54 feet long, 8 feet wide and weighs just under 22,000 pounds.

If you’re the more adventurous type with an interest in our local wildlife, there is the Northwest Trek Wildlife Park. Follow the paved path through the forest, where you’ll have the opportunity to see large predators such as bears, wolves and cougars, along with birds and other native forest animals like beavers, otters and fishers. With a trail that is wheelchair and stroller accessible, this animal walking tour is ideal for the entire family.

There are many more trails to explore in and around Tacoma, but this is just a list for you to get started.

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FOOD & DRINK

Warm German Potato Salad THE BEST SUMMER PICNIC SIDE COURTESY OF CHEF TROY LOUIS CHANDLER

Summer is here, I think …

We’ve been waiting a long long dark time for that moment when we can watch our little ones play freely in the park, at the beach or… basically anywhere outside that’s not… inside.

It is, finally… picnic time.

For this recipe I would like to teleport back to some of my younger outdoor roots, to my family picnic outings.

We have all suffered our auntie’s over-mayonnaised inspired dishes and also our local grocery store’s chemically infused delights that come in chubby milk-like containers that sit by the wayside at every outdoor event, untouched. We consume them because, well, we are with good family, the weather is great and we are starving.

Here is a potato salad recipe that I stumbled on upon in my younger culinary years in Portland that changed everything. It is a warm salad but you can chill it, too.

Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients: • 2 lbs. red potatoes, one-inch dice • 1 red onion, diced • 4 strips bacon, diced • 1/4 cup Inglehoffer grain mustard • 1 cup mayonnaise • 1 tsp. dried dill

method: • Dice potatoes 1/2 inch, place in cold salted water and bring to a boil. On medium high heat, cook until tender (about 20 minutes).

• Strain and set aside.

• In a large sauté pan, cook the bacon until it’s flaccid (done but not crispy), add onion and dill and sauté until soft.

• Add in all other ingredients. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

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Char Siu Pork Skewers COURTESY OF CHEF TROY LOUIS CHANDLER

(aka pork and seeds) This is one of my favorite camping “go to” dishes. It’s fun for the kids and easy to bring along on a picnic as well, as it is marinated and won’t spoil—and tastes darn good cold. And … everyone at the park is sure to be eyeing your not-so-average picnic.

Ingredients: • 3 lbs. pork brisket (any fatty cut will do) • 1/2 cup soy sauce • 2 tbsp. fish sauce • 1/4 cup brown sugar • 1 tbs. minced garlic • 1 tbsp. red food coloring

method: • • Cut pork into 1-inch dice cubes (or whatever works for your cut).

• • Marinate pork in all ingredients for 36 hours.

• • Soak skewers in water for one hour to prevent them from burning when grilling.

• • Skewer the pork and barbecue until they reach 140°F.

tip

To Serve: Accompany with Chinese mustard and sesame seeds.

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Picnic Drink

CHEF TROY LOUIS CHANDLER gluten free

for the Grownups

21 +

Summer. Wifey and I finally planned for an afternoon get-together. We invited some adult friends who asked me to come up with an adult libation for our once-in-a-bluemoon outing. I said yes. I learned about this drink, called Yucca, from some great Congo players at a 1994 country fair outside of Eugene, Oregon.

The idea behind this drink is that all ingredients are placed in a sealed jug and passed to each person to shake vigorously until a beautiful libation is concocted for all to share. Shake for 30 seconds, then pass to your person on the left and so on.

This was such a fun circle of participation that I started doing the same ritual without alcohol for my kids. But … this is not that recipe.

Mediterranean Cuisine, Tapas, Flatbreads, Gorgeous Sunsets!

INGREDIENTS: • 750 ml. of your favorite vodka • 1 cup sugar

• 4 lemons cut into quarters • 1 lb. ice

METHOD: 1

PLACE ALL INGREDIENTS IN A GALLON JAR THAT’S SEALED.

2

SHAKE VIGOROUSLY THEN PASS TO YOUR FRIEND TO DO THE SAME. KEEP THIS UP UNTIL SOMEONE FINALLY WANTS A DRINK.

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Savor the Flavor OPTIONS ABOUND AT TASTE OF TACOMA

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ith nearly 100 booths, one day at the Taste of Tacoma just might not be enough. Luckily, the event continues to be a three-day affair allowing you to take a break from gorging before starting up again the following day.

This year’s Taste takes place Friday, June 22, through Sunday, June 24. The tasting starts at 11am each day and continues until 9pm both Friday and Saturday, and 8pm Sunday.

More than 40 restaurants will be on hand serving up some of your favorite dishes as well as special meals and creations just for the Taste of Tacoma.

All main plates are priced under $12 allowing you to try several booths throughout the weekend without completely breaking the bank. Also popular is the South Sound Bites; a sampling of five smaller entrees, each from a different restaurant, all for just $17.

New this year is The Experience Taste Package.

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South Sound Bites, and the craft beer and wine tasting package which includes five samples and a souvenir glass. Proceeds from these $30 tickets go to supporting the Emergency Food Network.

Buy yours online as price on-site increases to $37.

Four stages will feature live music throughout the weekend, and more than 50 additional booths will be set up with information, foodie items and more. Admission and entertainment is free, leaving more money in your pocket to taste a wide range of dishes and worldly cuisines.

You’ll also find beer gardens, craft beer and wine tasting areas, live cooking demonstrations from local chefs, and the kids will love the Funtastic Carnival area.

To purchase tasting packages in advance, find information on parking and other day-of event activities, visit TasteOfTacoma.com. Enjoy this year’s Taste, and if you leave hungry, it’s your own fault!

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ART ON THE AVE 18 YEARS CELEBRATING ART, MUSIC AND CREATIVITY

BY JILLIAN CHANDLER

2018

Get out and meet your neighbors on the Ave! Hosted by 6th Ave Tacoma and The Warehouse each summer in July, this annual music and art festival—the biggest in Tacoma—celebrates the diversity in artistry in and around Tacoma. Art on the Ave features artists, art exhibits, live art, music, vendors, food trucks, beer gardens and more!

This year’s event will take place Sunday, July 8, 11am to 7pm, and it is free for all to attend. Drawing thousands of patrons each year, Sixth Avenue will be closed from State to Alder to allow those in attendance to easily walk about between the various entertainment venues, shops and local eateries that line the streets.

Guests can listen to rock, blues, hip hop and other performances in between shopping, dining and drinking. This year’s event will include special appearances by Booboolala, Smokey Brights, Pink Parts, The Blacktones, Torbjorn, Blood Drungs, Josiah French & The Americans and many more.

Professional artists will have their works on display where you’ll find beautiful photography, various styles of paintings, metal works and more. And it’s not just by professionals, as amateurs, youth, students and other locals are invited to put their pieces on display.

With a focus to keep Art on the Ave as local as possible, vendor space is prioritized to local businesses that are active in the community. At the event, you’ll find handmade and unique goods, foods and services, as well as nonprofits dedicated to helping at the local level. Vendor and sponsorship fees go directly toward improving Art on the Ave by continuing to book more artists, beautifying the 6th Street core.

This festival is always seeking additional adult volunteers to help out. Whether to set up barriers, direct crowds, help vendors and more, any help is certainly appreciated. Organizers are hoping this year, yet again, will truly display the thriving and unique arts scene found right here in Tacoma.

Find out more about the 2018 event online at On6thAve.org/art-on-the-ave.

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June 11-13

2018 SOUND TO NARROWS

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This race launches June 11 from the Museum of Glass on Tacoma’s waterfront and is a human-powered race on the water from Tacoma to Port Townsend.

Participants will pedal, paddle or row 70 miles in 48 hours. For those who would rather watch than participate, Tacoma’s waterfront will be excellent viewing for the first miles of the Seventy48.

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The Sound to Narrows is a favorite South Sound race supporting healthy children and families in our community through MultiCare’s Center for Healthy Living. The event takes place 7 to 11am at Vassault Park and features 12k and 5k routes along with the beloved Diaper Dash. After the race, don’t forget to check out the vendors and fun bands.

To register, visit SoundToNarrows.org.

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FISH TACOMA! FREE KIDS FISHING EVENT

June 16 The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife is partnering with the Get Hooked Foundation and Metro Parks Tacoma to host this family friendly event to teach youth ages 14 and under the basics of fishing and the importance of conservation. Held at Wapato Park 9am to 2pm, find out more online at WDFW.wa.gov.

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June 15 June 10 Celebrate. Learn. Protect. The Tacoma Ocean Fest is a free festival on Tacoma’s waterfront that brings together arts, sciences and water play to celebrate our ocean, tell about its threats and inspire us all to protect it. The event takes place 11am to 5pm at Foss Waterway Seaport.

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SEATTLE SOUNDERS FC 2 SCHEDULE

Metro Parks Tacoma is introducing its new Friday Night X-Country 5k, a chip-timed, cross-country style course on the fairways and trails at Meadow Park Golf Course at 7pm. After the event you’ll enjoy a beer garden and party with corn hole, a putting contest and food and beverage available for purchase. Every participant will receive one free beverage! MetroParksTacoma.org

June 16 The Washington State Food Truck Association is hosting its second annual event, 11am to 4pm, featuring food trucks, trailers, carts and pop-ups, locally made beverages and street entertainment at Bates Technical College. Fun for the entire family! This event is a fundraiser for the WSFTA to help their advocacy efforts and keep your favorite food trucks on the streets! WAFoodTrucks.org

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ENTERTAINMENT

THE GRAND CINEMA SHOWING IN JUNE 06/05 - HITLER’S HOLLYWOOD 06/08 - FIRST REFORMED 06/12 - BECOMMING WHO I WAS 06/15 - THE RIDER 06/16 - MADAGASCAR 06/18 - STRANGERS ON EARTH 06/20 - THE DAY THE EARTH STOOD STILL 06/22 - WON’T YOU BE MY NEIGHBOR? 06/28 - WHAT THE HEALTH

JUNE

TWA CRAB FEED

June 19 Help support the Tacoma Waterfront Association and the waterfront community by attending their annual Crab Feed 5:30 to 9pm at the Foss Waterway Seaport. Those in attendance will enjoy all-you-can eat crab, delicious sides, drinks, a wine toss, dessert dash and fabulous items to bid on. Tickets are available for $55 each online at BrownPaperTickets.com.

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THE INDIGO GIRLS: A BENEFIT TO SUPPORT ARTS EDUCATION

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Hosted by Broadway Center for the Performing Arts and The Indigo Girls, get your tickets today for The Indigo Girls: A Benefit to Support Arts Education.

The event will take place 7:30 to 9:30pm at the Rialto Theater. Tickets are priced at $75, $99 and $119 and are available online at BroadwayCenter.org.

Check out TacomaLivingLocal.com for more events and information!

NORTHWEST WALK FOR EPILEPSY

June 23 Join Epilepsy Foundation Northwest for this year’s Northwest Walk for Epilepsy at Wapato Hills Park 9:30am to 12:30pm. Register online today at NWRunWalk.org and help raise money to support EFNW’s many free programs and services! The Epilepsy Foundation Northwest is the largest agency in the Northwest serving the needs of the epilepsy community.

TACOMA/PROCTOR CRITERIUM 2018

June 24 The Tacoma/Proctor Criterium is returning to the heart of the Proctor Districts business streets, with ample access to entertainment before and after the event! This year’s course is an all new four-corner clockwise course with the deep, fast corners you have all come to expect from Tacoma. This year will be very exciting for both racers and spectators. You can find out more on Facebook.

UPCOMING EVENTS

July 13- Paddle to Puyallup July 14-Color in Motion 5k July 14- 2018 “Blues On” Festival in Old Town Tacoma July 21- Flags Across the Narrows July 21- Swan Creek 5k July 22-Pink at the Park at Cheney Stadium July 28- Reggae on The Way 2018 at Airport Tavern July 29-Blueberries & Blues: A Sweet Summer Celebration at Blueberry Park

2018 JUNE

TACOMA RAINIERS SCHEDULE

GAMES HELD AT CHENEY STADIUM June 1 vs. Salt Lake Bees, 7:05pm June 2 vs. Salt Lake Bees, 5:05pm June 3 vs. Salt Lake Bees, 1:35pm June 13 vs. Omaha Storm Chasers, 7:05pm June 14 vs. Omaha Omaha Storm Chasers, 7:05pm June 15 vs. Omaha Omaha Storm Chasers, 7:05pm June 16 vs. Iowa Cubs, 5:05pm June 17 vs. Iowa Cubs, 1:35pm June 18 vs. Iowa Cubs, 6:05pm June 19 vs. Iowa Cubs, 6:05pm June 25 vs. Las Vegas 51s, 6:05pm June 26 vs. Las Vegas 51s, 6:05pm June 27 vs. Las Vegas 51s, 11:35am June 28 vs. Las Vegas 51s, 7:05pm June 29 vs. Reno Aces, 7:05pm June 30 vs. Reno Aces, 5:05pm

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