March/April 2022 253 Lifestyle Magazine

ISSUE NO. 38

MARCH/APRIL 2022

LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE

Tacoma Garden Club TACOMA GARDENS ARE COMING TO VISIT THE SOUTH SOUND THIS SPRING

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Q&A WITH ELAINA MORRIS FOUNDING PARTNER, PRESIDENT & CEO OF ASCEND HOSPITALITY GROUP

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Rejoice in the Easter Season

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pring is a time for renewal, rebirth, growth and change.

As the grass turns greener, the trees begin to bud and the flowers begin to bloom, the skies become clearer and the sun brighter. The season brings transformation to both the world and in our lives.

As we witness these natural wonders of the world re-emerge this spring, let’s not forget the creator behind the beauty. As the Easter season will soon be upon us, let’s take this time to remember the reason for the season and celebrations, as Christ sacrificed his life on the cross to save each and every one of us, with the promise to attain eternal happiness.

garden to allow it the best opportunity to grow and thrive, do not forget about doing the same for your heart, and your soul.

Plant those seeds of positivity, perseverance, happiness, success, and water them daily through habits that will reinforce the person you strive to be and the life you desire to attain.

He is risen! It’s time to rejoice!

Wishing our clients, readers and communities a blessed Easter and a season of growth, change and happiness.

While taking in the changes happening all around us, take this season to also focus inward. As you prepare to nurture your

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INSIDE/OUT Transforming your indoor and outdoor spaces

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Q&A WITH ELAINA MORRIS Founding partner, president & CEO of Ascend Hospitality Group

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contents home & garden

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INSIDE/OUT Tr a n s f or m i n g y ou r i n d o or a n d out d o or s p a c e s

tacoma focus 18 TACOMA GARDEN CLUB INVESTS IN THE SOUTH SOUND Ta c om a g a rd e n s a re c om i n g t o v i s it t h e S out h S ou n d t h i s s pr i n g

q&a 26 Q&A WITH ELAINA MORRIS Fou n d i n g p a r t n e r, pre s i d e nt a n d C E O of As c e n d Ho s pit a l it y G roup

business spotlight 30 LYDIA GELINE FOR KENSINGTON GARDENS Wh e re l i f e c ont i nu e s t o g e t b e t t e r

health & lifestyle 32 GETTING PHYSICAL Top w ay s t o g e t m ov i n g a n d f e e l g re at t h i s s e a s on

36 SPRING BEAUTY T h e t op t re n d s t o k e e p y ou l o o k i n g , a n d f e e l i n g , b e aut i f u l

42 TAKE CARE OF YOUR SILENCE? T h at p l a c e w it h i n y ou t h at k n ow s y ou a re w or t hy 8

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feature 44 PUT THE SPRING IN SPRING TRAINING How t o b e s t pre p a re y ou r y ou n g at h l e t e

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52 CALENDAR OF EVENTS C h e c k out ou r l o c a l h app e n i n g s !

56 RECIPE G o Au Nat u re l t h i s E a s t e r : How t o d y e y ou r e g g s n at u r a l l y

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SILVERTON, OREGON Now i s t h e t i m e t o g e t aw ay a n d e x p l ore O re g on’s ‘G a rd e n C it y ’

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Elaina Morris is the founding partner, president and CEO of Ascend Hospitality Group—a black and female-led locally owned business. You can read more about this inspiring business woman, and AHG’s newest business endeavor, in our Q&A on page 26.

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When thinking about updating your home or yard, look to the most popular places in and around

your home for hosting. Whether you are looking improve upon a small seating area/nook in your living room, or you are looking to purchase a firepit for your friends and family to huddle around for warmth during cool spring nights, it can be a worthwhile endeavor to not only play off current trends, but also to find your own style as you mix and match colors in your quest to find the latest innovations to transform your spaces.

2022 is all about crisp and contemporary colors. Shades of grey are popular living room colors. Consider painting your living room walls a light gray. A light grey will match other cool tones, like the neutrals, greens, and other shades of gray and can really set the mood for an inviting living room space.

Adding grey and yellow couches, sectionals with longer lounge pieces and/or recliners with dark wooden side tables will add a splash of color while keeping your living spaces rustic. Purchasing a coffee table with hideaway storage can help minimize clutter and stow away seasonal décor when not in use. Feel free to add wood, leather and/or cloth footstools as needed, or as your space allows, for a relaxed and cozy environment.

Purchasing pillows for your living room space are generally the cheapest and most flexible way to take a plain space and add some color and comfort. Selecting the right pillows for your space can make your home not only look like a comfortable place to spend some time, but it can also highlight textures with complementary tones and hues.

As we move from the living room to the kitchen, consider light or mint green paint coupled with cobalt colored paint. Also, consider classic dark wooden cabinets and marble countertops to give your kitchen

THROW PILLOWS: Selecting the right pillows for your space can make your home not only look like a comfortable place to spend some time, but it can also highlight textures with complementary tones and hues.

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It’s all about making your wall space appear natural and freeflowing, like a pattern.

a sense of balance and class. You can also mix it up by having marble countertops and wooden cabinets with yellow highlights for warmth.

Whether in the kitchen, the living room, or outside, any time you are adding styling elements like candles, sculptures and other knickknacks to your space, be sure to style them in groups of three. You can include one large, one medium and one small object to your space for a dynamic and pleasing look. Adding in three elements shows intention and direction to your design.

When hanging wall art, be sure to hang them at 57 inches, which is the average human eye height. Hanging your wall art any higher makes it feel as though your art is floating. Hanging your wall art any lower gives it that giant-in-a-tiny-house effect. This also works for gallery walls. When hanging art in a gallery wall setting, start at the 57-inch mark as the midpoint and slowly spread out your artwork with minor space in between. It’s all about making your wall space feel natural free-flowing space, like a pattern.

When styling with patterns, it can be intimidating and sometimes comes off as messy. When decorating your indoor space with patterns, it’s important to consider scale and type of pattern. Scale is about pulling in a large-scale pattern and incorporating two small-scale patterns. Bringing in multiple patterns of varying sizes can disorient the eye. Focus on the main pattern as a highlight and mix in some smaller scale patterns to add balance and texture.

Moving on to outfitting your backyard with stylish appliances, consider purchasing a large barbecue or smoker that fits your decorating style and bring the kitchen-like feel into your yard. Consider purchasing a magnetic knife block to keep your knives and other accessories securely fastened and accessible at a moment’s notice.

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When adding furniture to your yard, wooden benches, tables and folding chairs can transform your plain old backyard into a woodland escape. Consider purchasing an outdoor sectional couch and coffee table to really give your yard that living room feel. Or switch out the coffee table for a smokeless fire pit for lightweight and nearly smokefree burn.

Adding accessory items like LED lights and citronella tiki torches can help light up the night and make your backyard feel like a party while keeping the mosquitos away. Adding vases, metal and/or glass candle holders, sculptures, and other personal items to the tops of your island table, side tabletops and other unused spaces can complement your lights and pull your backyard together in a unique way.

Incorporating a kitchen island can add space for your cooking spices, pots and pans. You can store any glasses, cups, plates and cutlery when not in use. You can also use the top of your island to prep and prepare foods prior to throwing them on the grill or simply dress a summer salad. This also prevents you from having to go back and forth from your backyard to your indoor kitchen while your guests wait, because gathering everyone in a single space is what hosting is really about.

Whether you are hosting inside or outside, it’s important to do your research and discover what colors and items make you happy, and dress your spaces according to how you like them. Add furniture that fits your space and your needs. Remember to have fun with your spaces and try different things until you find the right style, décor and items that fit you.

Having a living room feel in the backyard can really make you, your family and guests feel at home.

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TACOMA GARDEN CLUB INVESTS IN THE SOUTH SOUND Ta c o m a g a r d e n s a r e c o m i n g t o v i s i t t h e South Sound this spring

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Getting out when the mountain is out takes no encouragement. The smell of blossoms heavy in the air, woven in with the sharp smell of eucalyptus and salt. There’s just nothing like it. Combine that with some extra sun, and the shedding of winter’s heavy layers, and you have a recipe for a fun day. This year, as we all flock outside with purpose, the local gardens that are so prolific in our area are sure to be especially popular. Popular places such as Lakewold

Gardens, the Seymour Conservatory, and the Native Plant Garden in Point Defiance Park are supported by Metro Parks as well as several other organizations, the most notable one being the Tacoma Garden Club.

The Tacoma Garden Club began on March 24, in 1925. It entered into the larger international Garden Club of America in 1928. Soon after that it became incorporated. In 1990, the Tacoma Garden Club made the decision to categorize itself as a nonprofit, a distinction that it continues to hold to this day. The Tacoma Garden Club is most notable for their passion for gardening and their belief in responsible stewardship of the environment, two goals that often go hand in hand. The Tacoma Garden Club fulfills these goals through education, activism, partnerships and generosity.

This passion for gardening has culminated in a variety of positive outcomes for our community over its almost 100year operation. One of its notable community contributions

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pring has arrived! And with it pure bliss. Not like the winter was especially bad this last year (where were you El Niño?), but as usual it was dark and cloudy.

Rather than using artificial lights to amp up your energy, spring means sunshine in the outdoors. March heralds the arrival of the crocuses and cherry blossoms, and April the daffodils. May usually sees the blossoming of the endless carpets of tulips, whose arrival is just around the corner. For many, spring is a time to start planting. But it’s also a time to start getting out more.

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March heralds the arrival of the crocuses and cherry blossoms. is its community grants program, which allocates funds yearly to various community organizations.

The organization recipients then use the funds in line with the Tacoma Garden Club’s mission to stimulate a love of gardening, protect the quality of the environment, and to encourage civic involvement. This last year, small grants were granted to the Steilacoom Historical Museum Association, Salishan Association, Lakewold Gardens, Food is Free Project, Emergency Food Network’s Mother Earth Farm Project, and Cousin Cooperative Pollinators and Propagators. Project money has gone toward providing supplies for building gardens, protecting gardeners, cataloging rare garden species, and the encouragement of greener garden supplies. In the past, funds have been used to build community gardens, provide for outdoor garden spaces and food preservation, along with a variety of other community projects.

The Garden Club’s partnerships include wellknown gardens and organizations such as Lakewold Gardens and the Seymour Botanical Conservatory Foundation. It seems that most gardens in the city are either connected to or have received funding from the Tacoma Garden Club.

Tacoma is full of some pretty phenomenal people bent on creating spaces for relaxation, knowledge, preservation and beauty. By working together and connecting with one another, instead of competing against each other, Tacoma is that much more beautiful. Especially in the spring.

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WHETHER YOU’RE A BOTANIST,

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ENTHUSIAST, FORAGER, OR PRESERVATIONIST, THERE ARE LOTS OF PLACES TO

focuses of the Tacoma Garden Club is to care for the Native Plant Garden in Point Defiance Park. This garden is full of various berries (elderberry and wild strawberry) and evergreens, and is great for families with small children who have a tendency to put things in their mouths. Much of the garden is edible. This year they have plans to renovate parts of the garden to allow for gardening demos that will showcase how gardeners can incorporate native plants into their home gardens.

Also in Point Defiance Park are the gorgeous Rose Gardens, with a rose tunnel that is stunning when in bloom. There is also the Rhododendron Garden, which is in full bloom in spring, and the Dahlia garden, which is considerably more gorgeous in the summer. Another noteworthy garden is the Lakewold Gardens in Lakewood, which feature a large expanse for walking and professional photography. This garden is famous, and for good reason.

It’s beautiful and full of life. The PowellsWood garden in Federal Way is similar to Lakewold Gardens in style.

However, there is a small fee to enter both gardens that goes toward the gardens’ upkeep.

There are also many free choices to appreciate gardens around the city. Gardens such as the Chinese Reconciliation Park, which is a garden that was built in the spirit of reconciliation to the Chinese people.

The garden boasts winding bridges, flowers, statuary, waterfront views, a tidal grotto, educational plaques, and an open pavilion. There’s the Tacoma Nature Center, which is wonderful for small children. Outdoors there is the year-round beauty of the walking trails, which circle around a lake and a marsh area; indoors there are books, tanks with turtles and fish, and fun educational activities.

Under construction and soon to reopen in May is the Seymour Botanical Conservatory, which can be enjoyed no matter the weather. There are often community activities and events within the conservatory, so that is something to keep an eye on throughout this spring and summer.

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There is something for everyone in Tacoma. Whether you’re a botanist, photographer, nature lover, garden enthusiast, forager, or preservationist, there are lots of places to get out this spring. There’s something for every interest. For home gardeners, there’s a variety of community gardens to get involved in, as well as plenty of educational opportunities offered by organizations such as the Tacoma Garden Club. If you want to become a part of the Tacoma Garden Club, membership does cost a nominal fee, which allows the club to offer exceptional programming for active members and the larger community.

For more information on the Tacoma Garden Club and their partners, visit TacomaGardenClub.org. On that website can be found a lot of information about the parks mentioned above. However, more extensive information can be found through Metro Parks, under which many of the gardens listed above are overseen.

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laina Morris is a bundle of energy as she juggles roles as a CEO, single mother, and supporter of her local community.

Her leadership skills are legendary, leading to success in business as the cofounder and CEO of Ascend Hospitality Group (AHG), a black and female-led locally owned business.

Lainey, as she is called by friends, is generous with her time and leadership skills, serving as a trustee to several non-compensated, nonprofit boards such as Rainier Athletes, Washington Hospitality Association Education Foundation, and Samena Club. She is also a longtime supporter of the various Pierce County Communities in Schools chapters. She is a longtime member and now trustee of the Bellevue Chamber of Commerce.

Ascend Hospitality Group’s newest endeavor is Stanford’s Steak restaurant in Tacoma, located at the site of the former Pacific Grill. Locals who remember the old restaurant will love the contemporary steakhouse’s revamp of the historic space. Morris had a very hands-on approach to the new look, which manages to ditch the stuffy, starched white tablecloths for a more casual vibe while still remaining elegant—a very good fit for the Tacoma dining scene.

Q. Can you share with our readers how your love of hospitality and entertaining influences decisions at your restaurant?

A. Personally, I value gathering—I love entertaining groups and dining out. I am my best customer, and I’m at home in the hospitality industry. One of my foundational values is making sure people in my orbit feel well cared for, and that is also why the feeling that “You Matter” is a core value of my company. You Matter isn’t just a phrase, it’s a key tenant to the way we aspire to deliver service daily to our guests. As the great Maya Angelou said, “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”

Q. What were the challenges with becoming the new owners of an iconic brand like Stanford’s?

A. I think the question really is, “What were the challenges with becoming the new owners of an iconic brand like Stanford’s, rescuing them from a bankruptcy, four months before a global pandemic!” But seriously, I love how welcoming Stanford’s is and how it has become a daily part of the lives of so many families in both Oregon and Washington.

Stanford’s is important to the communities it has served since the inception of the brand in 1990. The Stanford’s brand is iconic and has played an important role in the lives of many Pacific Northwesterners, which is why I chose the historic Waddell Building, in the heart of downtown Tacoma, to launch its evolution. The responsibility of becoming the owner of a brand

like this is extensive, but not overwhelming.

The brand needed the one thing I know how to give—a big hug—which came in the form of investment in its people and infrastructure. We are repositioning and evolving the Stanford’s brand in this location as Stanford’s Steak, a contemporary steakhouse and lounge, so that it remains inviting to its raving loyal guests but also attracts the generations of guests to come.

education, and leading by example, I’m hoping to narrow the gap for those who will be in my position in the future.

Q. Ascend Hospitality Group is a black and female-led locally owned business. What are the challenges in this position, especially when so many see you as a role model?

A. During the initial tenure of my hospitality career, I had the honor of mentorship from the great “Famous” Dave Anderson, founder of Famous Dave’s BBQ. One of the things Dave shared with me is what he believed to be the key to great hospitality: “Hospitality is about people, you have to make sure you take care of your people because when they feel good, they will take care of your guests.” Dave always referred to this as “serving a guest or serving someone who is”!

A. All businesses are facing great challenges right now—this pandemic has not been selective, although certain industries such as hospitality and health care have been devastated. I am sure I feel the same challenges as most other business owners and leaders, although I continue to feel great responsibility to the communities and people I represent and serve as a minority and female leader, particularly as a single mom.

When I think about underrepresented groups in leadership and the innate challenge presented to us, the unfortunate fact is, the stakes are as high as our counterparts, but there is farther to fall, the spotlight is brighter, and scrutiny often greater. Through mentorship, public service,

Q. Team building is an important part of your business model as well as “Service Matters.”

Can you share how these core values affect the guest experience when visiting one of your restaurants?

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ig Harbor has been home to the beautiful Kensington Gardens since 2005—designed and built by native Washingtonians and local residents Mark and Kelly Watson. They have been providing personalized care for a decade and are now adding more living options on their 27-acre estate.

The Watsons have succeeded in creating an innovative living concept with a luxury-resort vibe. “We believe that life should continue to get better, and as needs change over time, our residents have the confidence of knowing they have access to our award-winning, full personalized care,” says Kelly.

KG was originally started as an event venue, but the couple found themselves caring for Mark’s grandmother, and then Kelly’s father, who suffered a stroke. They began touring facilities for their aging family members—yet they could not find the quality of life they were seeking.

So, in 2012, the Watsons established Regent Park at Kensington Gardens to provide living the way they believe it should be—with grace, laughter and love. Personalized Care means they tailor a plan toward specific needs and goals as you age. “Our residents have fun and feel loved in a home environment—so they thrive!” affirms Kelly.

There is exciting news on the horizon, as Kensington Gardens is adding Villas and Cottages with their signature resort living lifestyle, to be completed 2022-2023.

With 10,000 Baby Boomers turning 65 every day, there is an extreme shortage of living options that are of fine quality and where residents can age in place. Using state residential care licensing and codes, Kelly and Mark developed their own concept—“Personalized Care Resort Community (PCRC)”—a resort lifestyle that provides care and evolves with residents. They have designed an active environment in natural surroundings, which includes a plan for care.

Kelly and Mark are creating a boutique community with walking trails, tennis and pickleball courts, meals, activities, transportation and care—just minutes from the Uptown Shopping Center, Met Market, the picturesque downtown Gig Harbor and lively Tacoma. The buildings and grounds are meticulously

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maintained, gourmet meals are designed, concierge services are offered, and they’re passionate in making every day the best that it can be for their residents!

“Our suites will have 10- and 12-foot ceiling heights, great room common areas, large private balconies, heated bathroom floors, and are beautifully appointed with quartz countertops, fireplaces and walk-in closets,” shares Kelly.

Kensington Gardens uses a membership and monthly maintenance fee model. “This membership concept is a plan that allows you to budget and provides a legacy for your estate,” Kelly states. “Our membership plan provides incentive to move in earlier to lock in the maintenance fee structure, allows partners to age together and promotes aging in place.”

While assisting a client looking for an independent living community, Lydia Geline, Realtor for Windermere Real Estate, toured Kensington Gardens and had the opportunity to meet Kelly and her father, who was also living there. “The property was stunning, and Kelly’s compassion for all the residents sold me on Kensington Gardens,” states Lydia.

Lydia’s Real Estate career began as a Corporate Relocation Agent on the Executive Team, moving families from all over the world to work for our state’s largest corporations. “As a Realtor for the past 24 years, I have been along the journey with my clients through many shifts and changes in their lives. I now have the pleasure of assisting them with yet another life chapter as a Windermere Sales Consultant with Kensington Gardens. My clients of several years are now looking for their next step to include lower maintenance, healthy environment and options that include fun, lovely meals and the ability to stay!”

Lydia is passionate about sharing all that Kensington Gardens has to offer and making the process of securing a forever home as seamless as possible.

To make the process simple, clients will work with Lydia and may continue to have their Realtor represent them in selecting their new home at Kensington Gardens.

If you or someone you love is interested in securing a home at Kensington Gardens, please reach out to Lydia at 206.419.0775.

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now is the time to start your health and fitness journey.

Stretching Though we all know that stretching our bodies helps to release tension in our bodies and stress in our minds, many of us fail to make it a priority.

Make it a point to wake up just five to 10 minutes earlier to allow your day to begin with some gentle stretching. Focus on the major areas of your body, holding each stretch for 30 seconds, and avoid bouncing.

From increasing your flexibility, range of motion, and blood flow to your muscles, to improving posture, relieving stress and calming your mind, taking the time to stretch is a no-brainer.

Mini Workouts There are only so many hours in the day, and many of us have our plates full between work, family and children, extracurriculars, and of course the daily cooking, cleaning and household chores. We often wonder, “How does anyone have time to work out?” There’s a solution—mini workouts.

If you don’t have a good chunk of time to take from your day to get some physical activity in, opt to spread out several small workouts throughout the day. Simple and quick, you can opt to pick up those free weights and get in some reps, take a jog around the block, get some lunges, squats and sit-ups in. There’s really no excuse.

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Cardio If you’re already stretching and walking throughout the day, you’re ready to add in some cardio. Important in maintaining a well-balanced workout program, you can choose from “steady-state” cardio (in which you maintain a steady pace, whether jogging or cycling), or “interval-based” (alternating between intense exercise periods of one to two minutes and lower intensity periods ranging from two to four minutes, depending on the workout).

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eauty and fashion go hand-in-hand, and when you look great, you feel great! Whether it’s thanks to that simple yet effective skin regimen that you religiously follow or choosing that perfect outfit to seamlessly accentuate your figure, every day is a reason to celebrate you. This season, let your true colors shine through your beauty choices. There’s sure to be a favorite trend you’ll find yourself following.

Now that the spring season has arrived, it’s time to ditch—or at least begin to leave behind—those heavy, bulky sweaters and puff jackets and start transitioning into clothing that is a bit lighter and sleeker. You’re sure to feel like you’ve lost a few pounds too! Trade that wool, polyester, and water-proof slicker for breathable material.

Clothing such as linen and cotton allows for air to move through the clothing, preventing sweat and skin irritation. It also easily moves with you as you continue to get out into that fresh spring air.

The added advantage of dressing according to the cloth versus the clothing means that you can dress up, down, warm or cool—making layers less and less necessary. As it continues to get dryer out there,

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a sweater made from cotton may be comfortable both outside in the chill and indoors where it’s warm.

As the temps continue to rise, and the flowers emerge, you may find yourself feeling the need for a bit of color. Earth colors, small print florals and solid pastels seem to be a favorite for spring when dressing for the weather is no longer necessary. Spring is the time to begin dressing for comfort. It’s time to dig out whatever combination makes you feel fresh and free. As the weather continues to stay chilly and wet throughout the spring season, don’t ditch the boots just yet.

Whether you prefer ankle booties, mid-calf or knee-high riding boots, these all pair beautifully with spring-inspired attire. Boots without a heel boast comfort as the emergence of the sun encourages more daytime outings, while heeled boots are still acceptable for nighttime dress.

It’s always important to dress for your body, whatever the season, but less essential when dressing for function. The spring has the benefit of having less need for function and more room for

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expression. Keep in mind that while low-ride and flare jeans re-emerge, not everything in style complements a full range of body types. Lowride jeans work well for petite bodies with long torsos, while waist-high flares complement fuller figures. V-cut tops and oval off the shoulder light sweaters complement wider shoulders and larger busts. Floral dresses with high slits complement long legs with shorter torsos, as well as crop-tops paired with long cotton pants/skirts. What is most fashionable is always defined by what works best for you and your body, with what makes you feel most confident for that day. Always try on what you see and buy according to what fits best versus style trends.

As embracing self and amplifying your individual beauty continues to trend among influencers (it’s about time!), a holistic approach to beauty has become “all the rage” this spring. Makeup shouldn’t focus on erasing flaws and promoting sameness, but rather accentuate our diversity and highlight everything that’s lovely and unique about us. Whether that means a bold take on eyeliner (to highlight eyes), a gentle coverage (so everyone can see your freckles), or a smooth matching foundation. Before applying makeup, proper skin hydration prevents clogged pores and encourages makeup to bond more naturally to the skin. It also prevents and repairs skin damage, as well as combats acne. A trending inexpensive beauty tip is the use of facial oils, especially around the eyes. One such common oil is jojoba, a seed from a North American desert plant. Jojoba oil closely resembles the body’s natural hydrating oils and is readily absorbed into the skin. It’s natural anti-inflammatory properties due to natural antioxidants and vitamin E promote the production of collagen and the reduction of scars. It also naturally combats acne by being an antibacterial and antifungal. Aside from jojoba, there are benefits to a variety of oils such as rose and even marijuana extract.

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Whatever the trend, whatever the tip, this spring we can look forward to beauty that promotes health, healing and a natural glow.

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n the busyness of our world, we risk the loss of our silence. We find ourselves often, in the pursuit of never-ending progress, constantly scrolling on social media, constantly questioning our life, choices, purpose, and whether we are “good enough” or “worthy enough.” The most common thing that comes up in my practice with others is the feeling that, somehow, we aren’t enough; not enough to deserve success, health and wellness; not enough to have love or be loved, happiness, or the life we dream of. We share a common theme in life; we wonder about our worthiness, to have all we want, to be happy, and the main craving to be satiated is love. Simple love.

Something so available; something everyone deserves. So, what’s the problem?

are capable of such beauty and profoundness. In our silence is peace and calm, and the part of us that smiles again despite our pain. In our silence is the part of us that knows all will be okay. In the silence is our connection to something greater than ourselves—God Spirit, Nature, Universe—and asks us to grow beyond what we know, listen a little more, include more, exclude less, respect our feelings and those of others.

In the silence, we can hear our own words, not those of our past trauma, and choose to believe in our story of hope, grace, goodness, success, and our value.

In all this activity of our mind, the silent voice of peace waits for us to take care of our silence.

That place within us that knows we are worthy, and that love is our birthright. That place that has confidence, that place where the stories in our heads fall silent, so we may hear our love for self, and truly understand the beauty and unbridled potential we are.

We can listen to what our soul is saying and begin a story anew. We can change the path we are on and ask it to renew.

With the bloom of new seasons, new life, and activity, also comes new decisions and the potential to choose love, peace and kindness— for ourselves and our fellow man. On every corner is a pillar of choice for peace, and its foundation that often sits unnoticed. With every action that we take is an opportunity to ask ourselves, “Won’t you take care of your silence?”

For in the silence is the continual unmasking of ourselves as we push to grow, change, take risks, and believe in ourselves and others. We

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Put the Spring in Spring Training

HOW TO BEST PREPARE YOUR YOUNG ATHLETE

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he idea of spring training is when professionals of all sports unite with their teams and start training together to see what changes need to be made to the roster and who has put the most effort into being the valuable parts of the team. For our youth, it’s more about getting the individual athletes prepared for the upcoming season. The pros, they get to show how well they have already prepared. We should take a note from the pros and prepare our kids well before the spring training begins. Athletics is a year-round endeavor. Our kids can be multi-sport athletes, specialized athletes, or both, by utilizing a strength, conditioning, speed and agility program.

Playing different sports trains our body to adapt, learn and master varied sets of skills, resulting in more well-rounded athleticism, higher potential and a reduced risk of injury.

Kids learn how to be a team player in different environments and get introduced to more coaching styles, learn how to interpret more physical cues and cultivate the ability to maintain good sportsmanship by having different expectations and teammates. This can help reduce social anxiety and acquire the coping mechanisms to deal with and overcome adversity. Your child may be the star in one sport and a support position in another. Both are important life lessons.

They become athletically versatile - Kids who excel in one sport become masters of their craft, so to speak. Good, right? Maybe not. Typically, once they get into high school, they’ve reached their ceiling. The athlete spends a tremendous amount of time going over the same patterns day after day, season after season. Without adding the coordination and versatility gained from multi-sport play, they typically go from big fish in a little pond to little fish very quickly. When they play different sports that require different body mechanics, loading and movement patterns, the athlete is more likely to have developed the ability to increase their aptitude to move faster, stronger, and with more precision. They also increase their potential for the physical and emotional demands of high-stress environments.

Essentially, they can take what life throws them.

More coachable - When kids have only been coached in one sport, they tend to only understand the coaching of their sport and more specifically their position. When kids have had different experiences with completely different sports or athletic training, their bodies gain the ability to add neural pathways; the signal pathways they need to

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rewire their brains for optimal performance. Every time the brain processes new information, neurons fire, new pathways form, and the malleable brain alters its shape and structure. The more pathways, the easier adaptation becomes.

interact with different people from different walks of life. Practicing good general physical preparedness with a productive strength program can introduce different kids with different goals to one another, learning to work together for overall team environments.

Injuries - People get hurt. It’s part of life and sports. They practice what they know, and they practice it year-round. Without complementary and completely different athletic sports or practices, their bodies stop adapting and, in essence, stop improving. They wear out instead. Injuries become more likely. We can build muscle to protect the athlete, but we also need to train for the unexpected.

Increased enjoyment of sport - Having additional athletic practices gives an athlete the much-needed physical and mental break from their sport to keep them wanting to come back excited for the next season. Playing multiple sports decreases the risk of burnout which, in turn, decreases the risk of quitting the sport early or generally not reaching their potential in their preferred sport.

In most areas, to be truly competitive in any given sport, your athlete is expected to play year-round. Between school teams and clubs, there isn’t any more time to be competitive in other sports.

We, as parents, have to make a lot of tough decisions. No matter how great the work ethic our student athletes possess, they need to be kids. It is the time when they learn not only scholastically and physically, but also how to manage expectations and create and maintain relationships. Between school, homework, sport practice, and whatever other activities we schedule our kids for with all the best intentions, we need to make sure they have time to learn to

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Advanced strength and conditioning can be your athlete’s additional sport. Learning multi-sport mechanics, multi-planar strength, mobility and endurance can keep your athlete in great shape and always ready year-round. Training smart and rotating from inseason to off-season, learning to utilize minimal doses of training for maximal benefit— instead of the constant highest tolerable dose. Learning to not burn out by going all out all the time but rather waving the load of work capacity and density. Thus, making your athlete a durable, coachable and injury-resistant member of any team they choose to play for.

A properly developed training plan can help develop other athletic abilities to make a single-sport athlete a better and more rounded athlete, so that they can stay focused on their sport while improving their athleticism.

The most confident players should also be the best cheerleaders. The kids who have been told they are the best without being expected to hype their team’s ability to play turn into kids no one wants to play with or even coach. A well-rounded student athlete is really what we are after.

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Gig Harbor, WA Don your best Irish and jig o’er the hills and dales of the gorgeous Cushman Trail St. Patrick’s Day weekend. Proceeds benefit the Gig Harbor Senior Center, a 501c3 nonprofit organization, working to enrich, engage and support our peninsula’s vibrant senior community.

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Anthony McGill is a treat to audiences as one of classical music’s most recognizable and brilliantly multifaceted figures. He serves as the principal clarinet of the New York Philharmonic— that orchestra’s first African American principal player. Not only is McGill an extraordinary musician, he also serves as an ardent advocate for helping music education reach underserved communities and for addressing issues of diversity, equity and inclusion in classical music.

This concert pays tribute to our collective sentiment through onerous times, inspired by the COVID-19 pandemic and the Civil Rights Movement. The works included in the concert are Vivian Fung’s Prayer, Richard Danielpour’s From the Mountaintop, and Schumann’s Symphony No. 3 Rhenish.

Vivian Fung’s Prayer is a deeply personal commentary on the extraordinary conditions she faced during the COVID-19 pandemic. “For under no other circumstances … have I worn

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my heart on my sleeve as transparently as I have with this piece,” states Fung.

Inspired by the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr., Richard Danielpour wrote From the Mountaintop for Anthony McGill. The piece is filled with the vivid sadness, happiness, prayerfulness, joy and pain of the Civil Rights Movement.

Schumann wrote Rhenish, his final symphony, at a time when he was living near the Rhine River in 1850. Having been criticized in his earlier works as not understanding orchestral writing, Schumann silenced these claims with this work, proving his virtuosity to his critics and to himself.

Tickets, which are priced $24 to $83, and more information are available at SymphonyTacoma.org.

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St. Paddy’s Day Run Tacoma Tacoma City Marathon Association is excited to announce this year’s St. Paddy’s Day Run Tacoma. This fun annual run is back, and registration is open! Featuring a half marathon and 5k, the event is scheduled for Saturday, March 12. The half marathon kicks off at 8:30am, followed by the 5k at 9am. Start and finish location is 815 Pacific Avenue for both races. For details, including registration, course information and maps, and race-day schedule, visit TCMAEvents.com/st-paddys-day-run-tacoma.

Third Thursday Head to the Museum of Glass, a premier contemporary art museum dedicated to glass and glassmaking in the West Coast’s largest and most active museum glass studio, the third Thursday of each month, where you can enjoy extended hours and free admission from 5 to 8pm. While there, enjoy the live glass demonstrations.

Tickets can be purchased at the admission desk; timed tickets are not required. To find out more about the Museum of Glass and upcoming events, visit MuseumofGlass.org.

VIVID: A Fundraiser for Arts Access & Education

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VIVID is scheduled for Saturday, March 26, with the evening of inspiration, joy and fundraising kicking off at 5:30pm. Held at Tin Can Alley in Tacoma, guests’ senses will be delighted with fine dining, refreshments, live entertainment, and a vivid array of colors. Let your imagination run wild in your best visual kaleidoscope of high fashion with bright, bold, shimmering and colorful wear. Tickets are priced $175 each and can be purchased online at TacomaArtsLive.org.

Tacoma Rainiers Opening Night Rainiers baseball is back, and it’s time to celebrate R City over nine innings at Cheney Stadium. Join in the fun on Tuesday, April 5, as the sights, sounds and tastes of the ballpark await, and the Tacoma Rainiers kick off another season of affordable family fun in the South Sound. For tickets and to view the full season schedule, be sure to visit TacomaRainiers.com. See you at the game!

2022 Daffodil Festival: Grand Floral Parade An annual tradition that brings communities together, the Daffodil Festival is set to return for its 89th year. The Queen’s Coronation takes place March 27, where 23 Daffodil Princesses will vye for the title of Daffodil Queen.

The Daffodil Grand Floral Parade is happening Saturday, April 9, in which it will make its way through Tacoma, Puyallup, Sumner and Orting. The theme? Hope Rises. Then, April 22 through 24, is the Daffodil Marine Festival & Marine Parade at the Tacoma Yacht Club. Also on April 24 is the Junior Daffodil Parade, hosted by the Proctor District of Tacoma. To find out more about these events, visit TheDaffodilFestival.org.

2022 Spring Fair The Spring Fair is expanding to include even more fun in 2022, as the community is invited to enjoy two weekends of fair fun, April 14 through 16 and 21 through 24. From the excitement of the rides and the tasty fair food, to the Fair Farm and Farm at SillyVille, KidZone, Jr. Poultry Exposition, and so much more, it’s Washington’s biggest celebration of the season. Don’t miss the fun! Check out TheFair.com/spring-fair for up-to-date details and who will be performing. * Please note, as of press time, these events were still scheduled to take place as planned. Due to the continuing pandemic, there is the possibility that event schedules may change or events canceled completely. Be sure to visit event websites to stay up to date with current information.

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DYE YOUR EGGS

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4 cups of onion skin (about 12 onions)

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April 17 marks Easter 2022, and as is tradition for many, dying eggs is a fun, family friendly way to celebrate the holiday while spending time together.

There are store-bought home-dying options available, but have you thought about doing something different this year? Like utilizing ingredients found in your kitchen to naturally color those Easter eggs? If you’re not sure where to start, we’ve helped make it simple for all ages to navigate and color those eggs in a beautiful assortment of colors, both deep and light hues, that are sure to impress.

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Bring to a boil, lower the heat, and allow the ingredient to simmer for 30 minutes.

Strain into a bowl.

Gently add the eggs to be colored into the bowl (white shells work best). Let sit anywhere from 30 minutes to overnight, depending on the depth of color you would like to see.

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Farms, gardens and vineyards are reborn each spring with lush greenery and bright, colorful florals peeking out from their winter hiding places. What better place to experience this rebirth than in Oregon’s Garden City—Silverton.

As winter slips away, thoughts turn to nature’s annual rebirth, and what better place to experience it than Oregon’s Garden City. The charming town of Silverton, Oregon, is tucked away in the quiet side of the Willamette Valley. Incorporated in 1885, the downtown area is like a Victorian time capsule with lovely late-19th century buildings lining Silver Creek and nestled among stately oak trees. The town is the perfect destination and base to explore all the area has to offer. Downtown has wonderful shops and restaurants, and is a gateway to nearby farms and vineyards.

The stunning waterfalls—yes, there are more than one at Silver Falls State Park—and the Oregon Garden will refresh nature lovers with their gorgeous scenery. Day trips on country roads will take you through a lush agricultural area filled with family farms and vineyards. Russian and German immigrants have created diverse communities sharing the culture and foods from their homelands. The nearby Mount Angel Benedictine Abbey fills the souls of visitors who come to enjoy the peaceful retreat. Following a centuries-old monastic tradition, the monks brew their own beer from hops grown on their land for those who seek a livelier experience.

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Start your visit with a walking tour of Silverton exploring all that downtown has to offer. There are charming covered bridges crossing over Silver Creek that are so picturesque. Stop by the Visitors’ Center and pick up a guide to the Silverton murals. There are more than 30 that depict the history of the region. You can also download the Silverton Mural Society app, which gives you a map and information on each mural.

Explore the more than 80 acres of botanical gardens at the Oregon Garden.

The focus is on the diverse botanical bounty of the Willamette Valley and the Pacific Northwest in over 20 specialty gardens. The commitment to sustainability is fascinating—especially the Rediscovery Forest. There is one of the largest collections of miniature conifers in the country and an Oregon Heritage tree, the 400-year-old Signature Oak. The only Frank Lloyd Wright home in Oregon is the Gordon House. It is an example of his Usonian homes which he designed to be in harmony with the land and were unique to the United States of North America (USONA).

Wright included a wood Fretwork window pattern that was unique to each home. The guided tour is informative, and you will learn about the history of the home and Wright’s architectural features.

SILVERTON SilvertonChamber.org OREGON GARDEN OregonGarden.org THE GORDON HOUSE TheGordonHouse.org

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Just outside of Silverton is the lovely Oregon Garden Resort. It’s a tranquil oasis from the hustle and bustle of Oregon’s bigger cities, but it is close to Salem and Portland. The resort rooms are spread out in separate buildings with plenty of parking. Situated adjacent to the Oregon Garden, this is a lovely property, and many guests enjoy evening walks around the property.

The resort offers a seasonal pool, year-round hot tub and the Moonstone Spa—all great options for relaxation. Room rates include breakfast. The Fireside Lounge is the social hub of the resort and offers a nightly happy hour. There is live music most nights. Check the website for special events.

There are some interesting options throughout the year.

If you love wine, look at the Oregon Resort’s partnership with the Cascade Foothills Winegrowers. This is a group of 15 small family run wineries nestled in the Cascade Foothills in the quiet side of the Willamette Valley. You’ll find uncrowded tasting rooms and, chances are, the winemaker is pouring your wine. Guests of the Oregon Garden Resort receive exclusive deals at these wineries. Just show proof of your stay with your confirmation email.

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As winter slips away, thoughts turn to nature’s annual rebirth, and what better place to experience it than Oregon’s Garden City.

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The Main Street Bistro & Coffee in Silverton has a local following for breakfast, but the lunch is equally as good. It is in an historic building with two gorgeous chandeliers, which are pretty fancy for an early meal. The lunch portions are generous, and the house-made soups are very tasty.

The Oregon Garden Resort has a restaurant, but the Fireside Lounge is such a cozy choice. When your name is Fireside, you need to have a fireplace worthy of the name. This one doesn’t disappoint with floor-to-ceiling stone dominating the middle of the room accompanied by a two-sided fireplace with a crackling wood fire. Nosh on Oyster Shooters, Coconut Shrimp or Deep-Fried Avocados while sipping on Oregon wine or a craft cocktail.

The Mount Angel Sausage Company is a must stop for Food Network aficionados. The network showcased the company and its “notoriously sought-after Fire Haus Brats.” The site houses the sausage company, a European market and a restaurant. The food is authentic with all your favorites, and the sausages are worth buying some to take home with you. The only problem will be choosing from the large variety of options.

FIRESIDE LOUNGE OregonGardenResort.com/dining/fireside-lounge MAIN STREET BISTRO & COFFEE f Main St. Bistro & Coffee MOUNT ANGEL SAUSAGE COMPANY MtAngelSausage.com

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Join the ride. Make a difference.

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This one-day bicycle ride with 150-, 100-, 80-, 40- and 25-mile routes is presented on June 18, 2022, by the Sandpoint Rotary Club to benefit the Book Trust program of the Lake Pend Oreille School District and other Rotary community youth service projects. The 150-, 100- and 80-mile routes incorporate a newly paved route through Montana, alleviating traffic congestion on the customary routes leading into Clark Fork, Idaho.

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