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It’s hard to believe that we’ve made it through the coldest and darkest of winter days and that spring is nearing its arrival.

To celebrate, or should I say welcome it, this month’s issue marks our home and garden edition. You’ll find articles sure to inspire that green thumb, with information highlighting both gardening tips for those with smaller spaces to work with as well as provide eco-friendly tips for the upcoming gardening season.

If you’re looking to not only improve your outdoor garden space but freshen up the indoors as well, we’ve compiled some great ways and helpful ideas to help get you started.

And speaking of great brews, let’s not forget the whiskey! March 17 is St. Patrick’s Day after all, and this month’s recipe pays homage to the holiday with a delicious Irish Bread and Butter Pudding—and yes, the ingredient list includes a splash of some good ol’ Irish whiskey!

Cheers to spring and all that the season brings!

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As you’re sure to work up a thirst taking on these home and garden projects, our feature story explores the craft brewery scene, from Gig Harbor, Washington, to Bonners Ferry, Idaho, with several stops in between.

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SPRING IS AROUND THE CORNER, and now is the time, if you haven’t already, to start planning those home and garden projects! You won’t want to wait, as this will be the summer to enjoy all that you’ve accomplished, whether by yourself or with the help of professionals. Those hot summer days and warm summer nights spent with family and friends in your new and improved outdoor space is sure to mark the beginning of new memories to be made. This month’s cover photo features an Aspen Home staged by Tin Roof.

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Time for a Fresh Coat?

G I V E N E W L I F E TO A N O L D P I E C E W I T H PA I N T

BY NIKKI LUTTMANN, INTERIOR DESIGNER

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ometimes the best option for creating something new is by using something old or recreating something that we already have. One of my favorite ways to give something new life is by giving it a coat of paint. I have painted cabinetry, furniture and even textiles in this way, and have nearly always been happy with the results.

For cabinetry, the prep phase is a little more involved. It’s not fun, but you must remove the doors, drawers and any hardware, including hinges. Use the TSP (no need to strip surfaces with a solvent), then sand with a fine-grit sandpaper, making sure the surface is dust-free by wiping with a clean microfiber or cotton cloth. Next, even if the paint you have chosen says that primer is not required, add a coat of primer anyway. Make sure your primer coat somewhat matches the tone of the paint you are using. If you are painting your cabinets a fresh white, use white primer; if your paint is darker, use gray. I like Kilz or Zinsser primer brands, available at home improvement or paint stores.

My dad was a very talented carpenter and craftsman, and one thing that he always stressed was using the right tool for the job. This is especially true with paint. To try to paint something like a table or chair using wall paint is just setting yourself up for failure. It doesn’t have the right consistency and staying power—and will not last. (Read on to find out which paints I’ve had the best luck with!)

Here is where things get a little tricky. Paint selection for your project is key. There are a variety of alternative “furniture” paints out there on the market. I have used many of them—including the expensive and, in my opinion, overrated Annie Sloane paints from England; and the ones I’ve had the best luck with include General Finishes Milk paint, available online in a variety of colors, and their entire line of topcoats, which are amazing. I especially love their matte finish topcoat, which has very little sheen to it but does an amazing job of protecting any painted surface.

Dad also stressed the importance of proper preparation for any project.

For painting furniture, this means taking off any upholstered parts, such as seat pads, and cleaning the wood thoroughly with a product like TSP, which removes any residual grease or other buildup that would otherwise affect the paint adherence. Primer is optional for most pieces, depending on the paint, so be sure to read directions.

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Give something new life by giving it a coat of paint.

I have also had great luck with Dixie Belle’s line of paints, which are sold in Ponderay at Now and Then, a consignment shop that I frequent for their fun décor items. If you decide to go with this brand, talk to the ladies in the store about technique, as they have done many projects with this paint and know all the tips and tricks, including using a plant mister to apply an even second coat!

that chalk paint is your best option for this. But you must water it down substantially! I used the aforementioned Annie Sloane brand of paint to do this, and I watered it down by 50 percent, and then applied the paint in thin coats. This worked but of course completely changed the texture of the fabric. The piece wasn’t nearly as comfortable as it had been prepainting, so it eventually found its way out of our home and into the donation center.

Home Depot sells a Behr brand of chalk paint that I used to paint my piano. Though the texture was not nearly as good as the Dixie Belle, it can be tinted to match any color in the store, and I wanted the piano to match my wall color, which it does, but not without a lot of work (five coats!).

That said, some projects are just destined not to be as great as we see them in our mind’s eye. For something like cabinetry or heirloom pianos, where failure is not an option, please be sure you use the prep methods outlined above and do purchase the right products for the job to avoid any headaches or frustrations.

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And that’s true. It’s also true that if we don’t build the structure to support who we want to become, we will fail. We will not become who we want to be by doing the same things we’re doing right now using the same thinking that brought us where we are. Old habits, familiar mistakes and easy rationalizations fill up our day, leaving no time to be the person we want to be.

Even with all the best intentions, we won’t experience the future we want until we’re so in love with our vision of the future we’re willing to risk who we are now to become who we are meant to be. There is no way to create something new, to build the future we see in our minds, using only the tools we already have. We have to create a gap, a place to step into without allowing fear, doubt and confusion to dominate our thinking. Creating that gap, that opening for opportunity, begins with this question: “Where is my faith? Is it in the fear of what may happen or in the joy of what’s possible?”

Have you ever tried to take action toward your vision, only to be held back by old fears, old thinking or old habits? That’s the familiarity of the past trying to slam the door of opportunity and close the gap that allows us to step out of our past beliefs and lean in to our future. When this happens, the natural response is to “try to do better.” The trouble is, that kind of thinking is still focused on “the problem,” trying to “fix it” using the same tools, the same thinking and level of understanding that got us stuck in the first place.

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To be who we want to be, it’s time to let go of who we are

By Trish Buzzone, Thinking Partner, Executive Director, The John Maxwell Team

Focusing on fixing the problem is a distraction pretending to be a solution. What we resist persists! Instead of pushing against that closed door, stop. Step back. Reassess. Describe what has you stuck. Say it out loud to someone you trust, a mentor who has experienced something similar. When you articulate what has you stuck, clearly and honestly, that’s when you become aware you don’t have to stand there struggling with it. New opportunities come into view. You begin to understand that the cycle of “trying to do better” is another way of holding onto what has you stuck, because it feels safe.

Ask yourself: “Will the future me be happy with the choices I make today?” If not, reflect, assess and adjust to a forward focus. In your mind, create a gap on the other side of the fear, doubt and confusion. Fill that gap with the vision of your future fulfilled. Picture yourself standing in that place. Describe it. Embrace it. What does it look like, feel like, taste like? Fill in all the details so that you will always recognize it as the fertile field of possibility and accept nothing less. Focus on that vision. Fall in love with your future, and the self-imposed fear (False Evidence Appearing Real) will disappear. Step through the place where the fear used to be and keep moving forward.

Trish Buzzone is the executive director of The John Maxwell Team. Connect with Trish Buzzone at TrishBuzzone.com, LinkedIn.com/ in/trishbuzzone or Facebook.com/trishbuzzone.

Resource recommendation: No Limits by John C. Maxwell.

TEACHER OF THE MONTH

By Abigail Thorpe

Dale Johnson, M. Ed. Woodland Middle School Math Teacher

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ach day 150 middle schoolers filter through Dale Johnson’s classroom at Woodland Middle School in Coeur d’Alene. For him, it’s a reminder that he has a tangible impact on the future of his community. He’s not just teaching math skills to help students succeed in life, he’s focused on making a difference in each student’s life.

Johnson started his first teaching job 27 years ago as a third grade teacher in Worley, Idaho. “Growing up in rural West Virginia, I had so many caring teachers that went the extra mile to ensure I had a great education,” says Johnson. “Midway through my college time in Sacramento, California, I felt the calling to be one of those teachers that makes a difference in students’ lives in some small way.”

“Every day I am encouraged by the energetic, smiling faces in my classroom, and I think our future is bright in public schools.”

Johnson moved his family to Coeur d’Alene in 1998 when he took a position at the University of Idaho in Coeur d’Alene helping teachers integrate technology into the classroom.

Several years later, he started his position at Woodland Middle School and has loved being a part of the Coeur d’Alene School District family. “It is rewarding to work with so many caring teachers and staff members of Coeur d’Alene School District. I am proud, and I never take my job for granted in Coeur d’Alene,” adds Johnson.

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The math teacher has a healthy perspective when it comes to the classroom and doesn’t expect perfection from his students, but he does expect perseverance.

“The most important life lesson is understanding that we don’t always have our ‘A’ game at work and school. It is very human to lose focus during class. Everyone daydreams, gets distracted, and sometimes wants to be someplace other than work or school, including the teacher,” says Johnson. “School and life is about focus, effort, hard work and determination.”

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He’s been making a difference at Woodland Middle School for 17 years now and continues to feel inspired by his students.

He’s encouraged by the kindness that he sees from them, and contrary to popular belief, he feels kids are more accepting than when he was in school. “Schools currently face many problems with social media and the ugliness that goes with it, but I see a lot of kids that are very kind to each other on a regular basis,” says Johnson.

BRIGHT IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS.”

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Everyone has heard of wills and trusts. Most articles written on these topics often presume that everyone knows the basics of these essential documents. But in reality, many of us don’t—and with good reason—as they’re rooted in complicated centuries-old law.

• avoids probate if fully “funded,” meaning that your assets are titled to your trust.

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Will. A will is a written document that is signed and witnessed. A will is considered a “death” document as it only goes into effect when you die.

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• provides for the distribution of your assets.

• allows for the management of your property— even if you’re incapacitated.

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The Probate Process: Understanding the Key Difference Between a Will and Trust The term “probate” literally means “proving.” It refers to the process where the decedent’s will is authenticated, outstanding debts are paid, and assets are transferred to beneficiaries.

Probate can take a long time—even years. It’s expensive, and the entire process is completely public. Although probate can be a useful avenue for resolving conflicts between heirs or claims of creditors, there are very few reasons why anyone would want their estate to go through probate.

Probate Certain Some of this depends on your state’s laws and the makeup of your estate, but for most people, using a will as your estate planning tool will make probate a certainty.

The Bottom Line on Wills vs. Trusts Everyone’s situation is unique. It’s important to consider your own situation to determine what planning strategy is right for you and your loved ones. What is most important to you, probate avoidance, incapacity planning, asset protection? Talk to a trusted estate planning attorney to discuss what’s best for you and your family.

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Cyclists are encouraged to wear themed costumes for a chance to win prizes. Prizes will also be awarded for teams who raise the most money toward the cause.

The cause is certainly a worthy one. The primary intent of the KCPFMF is to build social awareness of the needs of the first responders within Kootenai County through fundraising and grant-making. The organization also supports the dependents of first responders through merit-based scholarships, focusing on family members’ major life events such as graduating high school and pursuing higher education opportunities.

Community members are invited to stop by at any time throughout the event to engage in the festivities and participate in the silent action (bidders need not be present to win). One auction item to look forward to is an overnight retreat to a mountaintop cabin on 20 acres in a secluded yet accessible area just 20 minutes from Downtown Coeur d’Alene.

he 12th annual Indoor Charity Bike Ride returns this year on Friday, March 13, at Coeur d’Alene’s Peak Fitness center at 940 West Ironwood Drive. The 12-hour ride to benefit Kootenai County Police & Fire Memorial Foundation has become an event the local community looks forward to every year. Starting at 10am, teams of 12 will take hour-long shifts to keep their respective bikes occupied until 10pm.

Many local businesses have pledged to support the event, with adult beverages provided by The Filling Station on 5th, and wine supplied by the Odom Corporation. Food sponsors include Hayden’s Super 1 Foods providing snacks to hardworking riders, as well as Cosmic Cowboy Grill.

Online registration for the event is in full swing. Interested parties can register as a participant or sponsor by visiting KCPFMF.org.

Before the first riders’ shifts begin, each team will have raised a minimum of $540 each as a donation to the foundation, either through personal contributions or team sponsorships.

Whether you’re an avid cyclist or a novice rider, you’re invited to participate in one of the most anticipated community fitness events of the year—and support a meaningful cause along the way.

An entire March Madness-themed event will transpire while the cyclists are hard at work. Participants will enjoy a silent auction, provided food, beer garden, photo booth and live streaming of the March Madness games.

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early 1,000 people show up each April for the annual Spring Dash, now in its 38th year. Most know what to expect, but every year a few get a bit of a surprise. “Seems like each year we get a few people expecting to run a 5k, but it’s actually a 5-miler,” laughed United Way of North Idaho Executive Director Mark Tucker. While a 5k is a little over 3 miles, don’t be scared off by the extra couple miles, as this is a very fun way to kick off the running season while supporting an organization whose impact is felt throughout North Idaho.

prepared for school while providing free childcare during the classes.

The United Way of North Idaho’s mission is to fight for the health, education and financial stability of every person in every community.

Annual events like the Spring Dash help raise the funds to develop programs, work with community partners and conduct important research into these areas. Tucker says a big focus over the past few years has been early learning initiatives.

Another way fundraisers like the Spring Dash help the United Way is funding the ALICE research program, which studies financial hardship across the state including the five northern counties. ALICE refers to the population in our communities that are Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed. The ALICE population represents those among us who are working but due to childcare costs, transportation challenges, high cost of living and so much more are living paycheck to paycheck. “These people are living above the federal poverty level, and here in Coeur d’Alene 48 percent of the community is still struggling or in poverty, and the situation is about 41 percent across the rest of the five northern counties,” Tucker explained. Research is being done, and United Way-funded programs are being implemented to address this concerning issue.

“Studies have shown the tremendous effect that quality early learning has not just on future learning but employability and even incarceration levels,” he explained. The United Way runs a program called Ready for Kindergarten, which teaches parents the skills to get their children

One of the easiest ways to help the United Way and its mission is to attend one of its fun-time fundraisers, and the Spring Dash offers just that. The race will be held on Saturday, April 18, at McEuen Park in Downtown Coeur d’Alene. The 5-mile course leaves the park toward Sanders Beach

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along Coeur d’Alene Lake Drive and back to McEuen. What many find most enjoyable about this particular race is that it is open to every skill level. “Last year our top finisher did it in about 25 minutes, so roughly five-minute miles,” said Tucker. “At the same time we had people show up in costumes and push strollers who took almost two hours but had a big smile on their face.”

The race is a Second Seeding Qualifier for Bloomsday, meaning those who hit a certain time get to start the biggest road run in the region right behind the first wave of professional runners. In order to qualify, men need to finish in under 31 minutes and women in under 37 minutes.

Don’t worry if you think your time is double or even triple that pace, as everyone at every pace is welcome to run the Spring Dash.

There is also a special race for kids 10 and younger. The Tot Trot stays within the park as kids sprint, run, jog, walk or whatever around the approximately 1/3-mile paved trail through the park. Children ages 5 to 10 will complete two laps while children 4 and younger will do a single lap. Parents are welcome to cheer from the grass or run alongside their little one.

While it’s not always the warmest day of the year, there is plenty to keep you occupied at the start/finish line. Local community organizations will

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have booths set up with helpful information. There will also be water and bananas available to participants at the conclusion of the race. The Wellness Bar and Cosmic Cowboy Grill will also be providing snacks during the event.

Each year local Boy Scout and Girl Scout troops provide the majority of race-day volunteers, but Tucker says they are always in need of a few folks to set up and do outreach before the big day. It takes months of planning, and Tucker says it’s absolutely rewarding to see such a big turnout each year.

“To see everybody having fun and watching all the finishers with a smile on their face and seeing everyone come together is awesome,” he said.

Tucker is aware that not everyone who enters the race knows exactly what impact they are having on the community, but he hopes to bring even a small amount of awareness to each person who signs up. Registration is currently open at UnitedWayOfNorthIdaho.org/springdash. Cost for the 5-mile run is $25 and $8 for the Tot Trot. Prices will increase after April 5. All runners receive a T-shirt and swag bag, and additional information on the race and packet pickup can be found on the website or with your registration.

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“WE STRIVE TO MAKE OUR INSTALLATION PROCESSES AS MINIMALLY INVASIVE ON OUR CLIENTS’ HOMES AND ENSURE THAT OUR TECHNICIANS CREATE A CLEAN, SMOOTH AND FUN PROCESS WHENEVER POSSIBLE.”

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orn and raised in North Idaho, Nick and Sheyna Rust knew that this was the area that would always be home. They live an adventurous lifestyle with their two daughters, Darby and Jacey. When they’re not at work, you will find the Rust family out on the lake, in the woods or at the ski hill.

“We feel truly blessed upon the success we have been able to create in the place we love,” says Nick.

After years of hard work, Nick and Sheyna are excited about the future of the two companies they’ve created, now named RTS Tile & Stone and Cleanlinez Tile Restoration. “We are very thankful to all our builders, homeowners and other business folk whose continuing support helps our company thrive,” says Sheyna.

RTS is a full-service professional tile and stone installation company that has been serving Sandpoint and the surrounding area for nearly two decades. As a fully licensed, bonded and insured business, you can trust that their companies bring knowledge and experience to every job they take on.

“It’s important that people recognize the importance of proper tile assemblies,” affirms Nick. “There are a lot of new products and

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installation systems out there. Understanding these products and how they are used is an essential component for avoiding failures.”

Seeking to stay current in the industry standards, RTS routinely brings in representatives from these tile manufacturers for trainings, demonstrations and certifications, helping their technicians tackle just about any installation concepts imaginable.

“Our goal is to be the first company with fully certified installation technicians as recognized by the National Tile Council of North America,” says Nick.

Complementing their strong integrity for getting the job done right, the entire crew at RTS takes great pride in their attentiveness for customer service. Showing up on time, maintaining a professional atmosphere and jobsite cleanliness only enhances the experience for their clientele.

“We know there are many companies providing similar services as us, that is why at RTS, we know it’s the little things that can make a big difference!” says Nick. “We strive to make our installation processes as minimally invasive on our clients’ homes and ensure that our technicians create a clean, smooth and fun process whenever possible.”

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Thanks to their large crew, they’ve become enticing to builders and developers in that they are able to accomplish large projects in very short timeframes, assisting their clientele in meeting difficult deadlines.

When choosing RTS for your installations, you’ll be rewarded with quality products, professionalism and creativity. “We pride ourselves on our reputation on our work and customer service,” says Sheyna.

The couple also takes pride in being able to provide well-paying jobs for local families. “We want everyone on our crew to enjoy this area as much as we do. We are so very thankful for our dedicated employees!”

2019 was an exciting year for RTS Tile & Stone, according to Nick.

“We were fortunate to take part in some really unique and challenging installations.” Their craftsmanship can transform an idea into a genuine work of art. From custom bathrooms and large format floors to accent walls, RTS will give your home its own special character and stunning beauty meant to last the test of time.

"It is always fun witnessing a space transform from something old to something new for our clients. It’s a real joy to see their expressions

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when the final product is delivered; always something new and exciting,” says Klinton McBaine of RTS Tile & Stone.

In addition to RTS, Nick and Sheyna are the owners of Cleanlinez Tile Restoration. With a combination of knowledge, products used and maintenance services, they are able to offer a lifetime warranty on all installations. “The fact that we have a sister company to continue to maintain our installations as well as maintain and repair other installations really makes our company unique,” affirms Sheyna. “We also do a complete care package of restoration and maintenance of tile, stone and grout, refinish natural stone, and repair and polish travertine, marble and granite.”

From their beautiful work at the Idaho Club and Taylor and Sons Chevy to the Belwood Building and Kochava, Nick and Sheyna enjoy being able to see the work they’ve done throughout Sandpoint. “I love seeing our work when we go places,” smiles Sheyna. “It’s so rewarding.”

With their roots being deep in Sandpoint, the Rusts plan on continuing to grow their business right here in North Idaho. “We’re not going anywhere,” says Nick. “We’re excited to be opening a second office in the Coeur d’Alene area for 2020, expanding services to all of North Idaho.

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IN FOCUS THE STEM OF THEIR FUTURE PRIEST RIVER BOYS NOMINATED TO ATTEND SEATTLE LEADERSHIP PROGRAM

BY DAN THOMPSON

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hen a letter first arrived with a gold seal, Malarie Laffoon was a bit skeptical. It looked like spam mail.

But when she opened it, it revealed a delightful surprise: Brady, her 8-year-old son, had been nominated and invited to attend a prestigious STEM program in Seattle this summer.

In order to be nominated, his grades had to be high and he had to demonstrate an extreme amount of maturity, both attributes Laffoon recognized. But still, a week at a camp in Seattle?

her feel a bit better: It was fine that he didn’t want to go. Laffoon couldn’t sleep, though, she said; it was too great of an opportunity, too huge for his future, to not encourage him more to go. And when they re-assessed, Brady was on board—and so was she.

“I will be in the motel next door,” she said. “I can’t see myself being six hours away from him.”

“I’m thinking, ‘Really, my 8-year-old kid is gonna do this?’” Laffoon said.

As it turned out, though, Brady wasn’t the only boy from Priest River who had been nominated.

So had Austin Schuler, his classmate. And so, the plan is for two boys from North Idaho to attend the National Youth Leadership Forum's Pathway to STEM for one week in July.

Brady was skeptical, too, she said, which made

“This is such a small community, and Seattle’s

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huge,” said Kristy Schuler, Austin’s grandmother.

“Austin’s never been to Seattle, so this is gonna be an experience of a lifetime. These two young boys get to go to a big city, and a university at that. I think it's a very big thing.”

Austin, who turned 9 in September, and Brady, who will turn 9 in May, will attend the program at Northwest University. According to the program website, EnvisionExperience.com, the boys will have the opportunity to “develop skills in leadership, self-management, time management, communication, collaboration and goal setting, and will gain a better understanding of their own strengths and interests. Students will come away from the program with a clear view of their pathway toward a lifetime of rewarding work and

studies, and with increased self-confidence, self-awareness and independence.”

Those who attend are carefully supervised and are able to check in with their families regularly.

The boys will be able to room together at night, Laffoon said, and she will never be far away.

One highlight, Laffoon said, is the chance to build functional robots and bridges, which Brady is excited about. She is hoping that the trip reveals to Brady that he has all sorts of possible paths to pursue.

“I’m really hoping that he learns some independence,” she said. “I want him to know there’s a bigger world out there than our little towns we’ve lived in.”

Schuler said Austin is excited about the forensic, science-based activities. “When we were reading the brochure,” she said, “the part that struck him was the CSI stuff, studying the skeleton. That was the one that really popped out at him. … It’s going to be really fun for these kids.”

The Laffoons—Malarie and Brandon, as well as their children Brady, Brody and Braxly— moved to Priest River recently from Montana, where they had lived for 10 years. They like that Priest River is small, Laffoon said, and that nature is right there at their doorstep.

“I like that I’m able to watch my kids walk from my house to school. I like that there are woods and a river within walking distance,” she said.

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“We’re out in the woods almost every day in the summer.”

The STEM program tuition is $2,395, a cost that the Laffoons have found some creative ways to meet. Laffoon has been teaching painting classes in town, something she started doing as a way to raise funds for the school. For this program, they have established a GoFundMe page at bit.ly/2LGh0tG. Brady has been out in the woods helping his father split wood, she said, and that “Brady wants a chainsaw for his birthday so he can cut wood with his dad, not only split it.”

Brady has been a great model of leadership and character, according to Priest River Elementary

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ways: He loves Scouts, rollerblading and just being outside.

“People like to be around Brady,” she said. “He’s very kind, he’s nice, he’s very lighthearted, he’s generous. People just gravitate to him. He’s one of those kids that kids and adults like.”

When Schuler saw the letter in the mail, she, like Malarie Laffoon, was so excited. “It is such an honor, and then after reading about it, this is really incredible.”

Philipoff, who has been teaching in Priest River for 25 years, has personal experience with the NYLF Pathways program: Her daughter attended a similar event, focused more on government, in Washington, D.C, when she was a fifth grader.

But both Schuler and Laffoon are a little nervous about being away from the boys for an entire week, so they will be making the trip as well as staying close by. They have been to Seattle before: The Laffoons went last summer to visit the zoo and the science center; Kristy Schuler has a niece there and has visited before, though Austin has never been. Schuler, though, isn’t nervous about Austin enjoying himself.

Philipoff said she is a firm believer in the power of STEM programs— though she likes to add Arts to the Science, Technology, Engineering and Math, and thus call it STEAM. “I think that’s a really strong focus that our kids need. Our kids are so used to everything being fast,” she said. “They love the engagement that (STEAM) can offer, and I think our kids are different than they were 20 years ago. They’re different learners, and they need that reasoning and to see how things work.”

Schuler agreed with that assessment. Schuler has two sons and a daughter herself, and said she noticed raising them that boys are just different than girls, and that a STEM program is right up the alley for boys who benefit from hands-on learning. Austin, she said, is already doing this in many

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“I don’t think he’s nervous at all. He’s a really social kid, so he has no problem with any of that,” she said. “I think I will be freaking out more than he will.”

For the Laffoons, it was clear to them that this was a chance that they couldn’t pass up, despite some of Malarie’s reservations.

“It’s an absolutely once-in-a-lifetime opportunity,” she said. “The reality of him getting nominated again is slim to none. It’s one of those things when you get this you have to do it. … It scares the heck out of me … but it’s gonna be a big step for me as well to let him spread his wings.”

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Athletes of the BLUE LIZARD

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hose following Coeur d’Alene High School athletics are accustomed to seeing Devon Johnson compete. The three-sport athlete rarely has time off, whether it’s football in the fall, basketball in the winter or baseball come spring. The senior has experienced a lot over his career including a serious injury he had to overcome. “I sustained a knee injury in football this season, and that took roughly four weeks out of my basketball season. Having to sit there and watch was very difficult,” said Devon. “But I got surgery and have been back in full swing after I got cleared.”

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This injury late in his high school career could have derailed him, but participating in sports year-round has taught Devon the mental strength and commitment each season takes.

“Playing sports has taught me many things and helped me have the mental strength to overcome many challenges that I may have had a different view of otherwise,” he said.

While a few other students at CHS participate

in sports throughout the school year, each team is different and presents its own unique challenges in coming together for a common goal. According to Devon, it’s one of his favorite aspects about high school athletics.

“I just love being out in the field or court with a good group of guys and being a part of something that is bigger than me as an individual. Seeing this unfold as a team is one of the coolest things I have experienced as an athlete.”

Devon is equally devoted in the classroom, carrying at least a 3.3 GPA throughout his time at Coeur d’Alene High School. This helped him earn a baseball scholarship offer from Spokane Falls Community College, which he plans to accept and will enroll this fall. While baseball will be a major focus of his post high school life, he hopes to also utilize what he’s learned in competition and training in his professional life as well. “Kinesiology is a career I am looking into because being an athlete has helped me understand my body and a job where I can help other people do the same,” he explained.

Devon is in the midst of his final baseball season as a high schooler; one more chance to see his team unfold before him and be a part of something bigger than himself.

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nyone who chooses to compete in wrestling needs to be tough. Training sessions for this sport are usually the most intense of all, and being in constant physical contact with your opponent requires strength, endurance and mental toughness.

It might sound like a club where only the most macho need apply, but as Lake City high school senior Seth Nutting explains, the experience revolves around a supportive team, and effort is most important.

“What I enjoy about my particular sport the most isn’t glory or being the baddest guy in the room. It’s the passion and heart that everyone has for each other and this team. To hear your entire team cheer for you as you’re pinning the opponent feels amazing, and at that point it doesn’t matter how popular you are or if you’re on JV; once you walk in that wrestling room and put in effort you are family to us,” he said.

Seth is an accomplished wrestler, having placed fourth in state during his junior season and also placing twice in the tri-state tournament—known as the most challenging tournament in the Northwest. He also holds

the Lake City school record for takedowns in a season with 116. Despite reaching the upper echelon of his sport, Seth says he still works through many challenges in order to compete at his best. “The biggest challenge I’m still dealing with today is these weird mental blockades that just stick around for what seems forever, but then you really focus on breaking through that blockade, and when you do it’s the best feeling ever,” he explained.

By his own admission, Seth did not have the best year academically during his freshman year, but since then he’s worked hard to maintain a 3.0 GPA or higher each year. This will help him reach his goal of continuing his wrestling career at the collegiate level, wherever that might be. He has an interest in biological and environmental science, and can envision himself working in the woods for the forestry department.

Seth says he is forever grateful to the Lake City coaching staff for believing in him and challenging him. “No matter how down you may be or how much of a screwup you may be, if someone believes in you, like my head coach did, they will go to the ends of the earth to make sure you believe and go out there and succeed in life. He showed me what it’s like to really be a man in life, and I can’t thank him enough,” said Seth.

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Meal Gap that analyzed the relationship between food insecurity and indicators of food insecurity at a state level, hunger in Idaho is trending in a positive direction over the last few years, but there are remaining gaps to be filled.

Located on the corner of Government Way and Clayton, the pantry has the space to hold a wealth of nonperishable food and household items.

It is left unlocked so that anyone in need of extra help is welcome to take food and personal care items as they need them. The pantry was first unveiled on October 24, 2018, and Parker Subaru states their staff is “committed to keeping the food pantry stocked at all times” with nonperishable food donations.

The numbers changing in the right direction is encouraging; unfortunately, one in eight total Idaho residents, and one in six children, is still food insecure. In total, about 12.3 percent of the state population remains insecure.

arker Subaru is committed to making a lasting, meaningful contribution to the local fight against food insecurity in the Coeur d’Alene community. Since its official unveiling in October of 2018, the Parker Subaru Food Pantry, an open-air donation collection box, has been consistently stocked and maintained by the dealership as a way to give freely to the community. With the message “Take what you need, give what you can!” printed brightly on its signage, the instant impact of the Parker Subaru Food Pantry is hard to miss.

According to a study conducted by Feeding America called Map the

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“Since 2013, when this report showed the highest food insecurity numbers for our state, overall food insecurity has decreased by 23 percent, and child food insecurity has decreased by 27 percent. This is encouraging to see and is reflective of the economic recovery after the Great Recession,” said Karen Vauk, president and CEO of The Idaho Foodbank.

“Even with the good news, it’s important to remember there are more than 210,000 people who still need our help. We are most concerned with

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OPEN-AIR DONATION COLLECTION BOX Pet supplies were also collected throughout the event and later donated to local animal shelters. the counties showing increases in either overall or child food insecurity,” Vauk stated in a call to action to continue the efforts to raise awareness and support throughout the state.

The food drive saw the dealership’s several parking lots overflowing with participating community members and bags full of donations that would keep the food pantry full for weeks.

The impacts of food insecurity can be seen and felt throughout a community, whether it be through developmental challenges attributed to poor nutrition or the absence of adequate resources to provide for the hungry. Such an issue requires collective support of community members and organizations to fight it together, and the fight can be as simple as a food pantry donation.

Parker Subaru takes pride in the huge success created by each of their partnership events. They held two food drive events with neighboring Subaru communities in 2019 to support the food pantry and look forward to more in the future.

The dealership’s staff checks the food pantry daily. They uphold their commitment to keeping the pantry full with food drives and monthly grocery trips big enough to replenish the pantry’s non-perishable supplies for weeks.

Active participation from the Coeur d’Alene community members is encouraged. To make contributions from Coeur d’Alene locals as simple and accessible as possible, Parker Subaru has multiple donation drop-off locations throughout the dealership, including at the food pantry itself, the front desks within the dealership showroom, in the service drive and in the parts department.

Parker pulled out all the stops for the drive to host hundreds of people in a barbecue, raffle and pie eating contest in their service drive.

Nonperishable food items, household products and unopened personal hygiene products are encouraged as donations, and they are accepted throughout the entire calendar year. Parker Subaru staff members take responsibility in ensuring the pantry is never empty. As documented in a fun video posted to their YouTube account, staff members have visited Super 1 Foods to collect a full shopping cart of items including canned foods, boxed meals, cereals, nut butters and snacks, as well as hygiene items like toothbrushes, shampoos and paper products.

“By the end of the day, we were floored by the immense amount that was collected,” stated Parker’s Social Media Marketing Specialist Giselle Zenner.

The staff members brought their own reusable Parker Subaru bags to fill with the groceries, which they promptly delivered directly to the pantry. Once the pantry is stocked again, they bring all remaining items

Parker Subaru has held several large-scale food drives in support of community initiatives. One of their highlights was the Subaru Club Food Drive and Meet Up to introduce and collect donations for the newly unveiled food pantry. The meetup included local Subaru clubs Sandpoint Subies, Lilac City Subies and River City Subies.

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back to their dealership to hold in back storage until additional replenishment is needed.

As a whole, Parker Subaru emphasizes its commitment to serve and share resources within the community.

They are proud to share with the community their Food Pantry, which is just one part of their commitment to the Subaru Love Promise. The Promise is a companywide commitment to show love and respect to all and make a positive impact in the world.

Parker Subaru has in fact been nationally recognized for their commitment to the Subaru Love Promise. In 2019, they won the Subaru Love Promise Customer and Community Commitment Award. The award serves to recognize Subaru retailers who strive to provide exceptional customer experience in every interaction.

According to Subaru, the Love Promise community commitment is based on a passion for creating a positive force through both donations and actions.

They emphasize partnerships with local nonprofits and charities to provide assistance, not only to customers but as many community members as possible, and promote a sense of love and connection.

Parker Subaru’s local efforts to maintain the Love Promise encompass more than the food pantry alone. The dealership maintains various partnerships with local charities and nonprofit organizations.

They contribute to community-supportive events and initiatives including Pet Adoption Day, Makea-Wish Foundation, Canines vs. Cancer and Perfect Attendance Spells Success, or P.A.S.S., contributing to local high schools.

Food insecurity continues to improve in Idaho, but the fight isn’t over. Thanks to the large-scale efforts of companies like Parker Subaru, the Coeur d’Alene community is given the opportunity to contribute in ways that don’t break the bank or require a lot of time—but certainly add up to a major impact.

You can contribute to Parker Subaru’s initiative to fight food insecurity in the community by bringing donations directly to Parker Subaru or its Food Pantry on the corner of Government Way and Clayton. Connect with Parker Subaru on Facebook and YouTube to follow their upcoming events and initiatives, and to see more of their community contributions in action.

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Bob Gibson, instructional technology engineer at NIC, inspects a braille keyboard during a recent demonstration at the college.

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wave of accessibility awareness is sweeping across not only the U.S. but the world, and Jeremy Seda is ensuring Idaho is riding that wave.

GAAD event he organized and held at NIC a week later.

“Compared to the rest of the country, I feel like we’re definitely ahead of the curve at NIC,” Seda said. “Due to our size, we can be a lot more agile than bigger institutions.”

Seda, 41, is the IT accessibility coordinator for North Idaho College and the organizer of “Pave the way to GAAD” (Global Accessibility Awareness Day), a conference that will be held at the college April 27 and 28. It’s Seda’s job to check that everyone who attends NIC is on a level playing field. For the sight impaired, different audio options are made available for the college’s website and textbooks. For someone with hearing issues, captioning of speech and sounds in videos might be the answer.

This year, Seda wants employers in the U.S. Northwest to know Pave the Way GAAD is here to help with any of their accessibility questions. NIC has accessible technology available, Seda said, but more people need to be aware of it. So far, 25 exhibitors will be present at the April event. These vendors can show employers how a Microsoft HoloLens or a universal workstation might open doors in their workplace for employees that might have previously been closed.

“We take for granted some of the so-called hidden disabilities—PTSD, anxiety, autism. We need to cover those as well. We want to cover as much ground as we can,” Seda said.

Of course, modern technology isn’t the only factor that is driving employers and institutions to seek out new advances in accessibility.

Nationwide, there has been an “explosion of website accessibility lawsuits” in federal, state and local courts, according to an August 2, 2019, article from the National Law Review.

Rapidly emerging technologies have created a wide-open field when it comes to accessibility. Eye tracking allows users to interact with computers using just their eyes. Digital tools can help train those with Asperger’s, dyslexia or ADHD to prioritize their day. Mobile phone apps can transcribe meetings or classroom lectures.

“On top of avoiding litigation,” Seda said, “it’s just the right thing to do.”

People who sign up for the accessibility conference by April 1 will be given free access to the April 27 through 28 Pave the Way to GAAD event. More information can be found at NIC.edu/a11y or by contacting Jeremy Seda at 208.929.4030 or Jeremy.Seda@nic.edu.

For Seda, staying on top of the technologies available for people with disabilities is a rewarding challenge that he has embraced. Last year he spoke on the topic at the American University of Beirut in Lebanon weeks before jetting back to Idaho to open the inaugural Pave the Way to

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DISEASE FROM THE INSIDE

How your emotions affect your physical health

By Jeff Pufnock L.Ac. Ph.D. and Jessica Youngs L.Ac.

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he treatment of chronic disease has become an ever-increasing burden upon our health-care system because their origins are often unclear, complex or entirely unknown. Western medicine often looks to tangible triggers as causative factors for chronic diseases, such as genetics, environmental exposures or pathogenic infections. However, Chinese medicine offers a more complete and holistic understanding of the causes and development of chronic disease.

significant contributor to the development of disease. As described in the classical texts of Chinese medicine, these internal causes are the seven primary emotions: anger/frustration, excess joy/excitement, sadness, grief, worry, shock and fear. The classics explain how these emotions cause disease by describing their physiological impact on the vital energy of the body, called Qi. This energy (Qi) is the source of physiological nourishment and vitality for the body and includes (but is not limited to) the circulation of blood and the conduction of nerve signals. In optimal health, Qi smoothly flows and is evenly distributed to all organs and areas of the body. Each of the seven emotions listed above has a specific effect on the flow and distribution of Qi, leading to localized imbalances that impact the body’s vitality.

Chinese medicine attributes disease to two primary causes: internal and external. External factors are influences that impact the body from one’s external environment, including weather, pathogenic microorganisms and physical injuries. Contrary to the Western medical paradigm, Chinese medicine’s historical understanding is that internal causes are also a

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YOUR EMOTIONS CAN AFFECT YOUR PHYSICAL HEALTH.

THE CONTINUAL ENERGETIC IMBALANCE RESULTING FROM BOTH WORRY AND FRUSTRATION CAN CAUSE MANY COMMON CONDITIONS, INCLUDING DIGESTIVE DISTURBANCES, INSOMNIA AND SLEEP ISSUES, HEADACHES AND PMS.

Worry and frustration are the two most prevalent emotions in modern society. These two emotions commonly result from an individual’s attempt to live up to the expectations of a society based around continual productivity and material sources of value and wealth. Continual worry causes the Qi to stagnate and knot, much as one might experience the sensation of “knots in the stomach” when stressed.

When healthily expressed, anger should be fleeting, harmless, and one should be able to quickly return to a balanced mindset. Anger is said to make the Qi rise, experienced as a “rush of blood to the face” when upset. However, if this anger is instead “bottled up,” over time it becomes frustration lodged within the body. It is then most commonly experienced as old resentment arising from a provoking memory or triggering experience. In Chinese medicine, it is understood that this frustration causes deep stagnation and, therefore, a reduction in the overall flow of energy in the body. The continual energetic imbalance resulting from both worry and frustration can cause many common conditions, including digestive disturbances, insomnia and sleep issues, headaches and PMS.

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This understanding of the internal causes of disease demonstrates the importance of emotional wellbeing for physical health, illuminates the connection of body and mind, and provides explanations for misunderstood chronic diseases. Western medicine is beginning to appreciate the important implications of this mind-body wisdom that has been understood by Chinese medical practitioners for thousands of years, and everyone can benefit from learning healthier ways to engage with their emotional landscape.

W O M E N ’ S H E A LT H EXERCISES TO STRENGTHEN YOUR PELVIC FLOOR

BY SHEREE DIBIASE, PT, LAKE CITY PHYSICAL THERAPY

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r. Arnold Kegel was an American gynecologist who researched and studied the effects of the pelvic floor muscles on women’s health. He realized that many of these muscles were weakened after childbirth, and that it was important to restore their health as they are directly for supporting the bladder, uterus and bowels.

He published a study in 1942, after 18 years of research, that described a non-surgical approach to increasing the tone of these pelvic floor sphincters and their supporting structures. He espoused the idea that the pelvic floor muscles could be exercised like any other muscles in the body, and the Kegel exercise was therefore named after him.

The pelvic floor is made up of layers of superficial and deep muscles that go from the pubic bone, to the “sitter” bones, to the tailbone. They are a sophisticated set of muscles that control different activities in different layers and they then work in concert together to provide support to the organs above them. The floor works rhythmically when we breathe with the diaphragm muscle, like a piston moving up and down all day long.

It elongates when breathing in and shortens on exhalation. Dr. Kegel stated in his research that these muscles were “the most versatile in the human body and could still be strengthened after years of disuse.”

The most common use of the Kegel exercise was used with urinary incontinence. Urinary incontinence can come in different forms and is often related to pelvic floor weakness or poor

motor and sensory patterns of control. There can be urge incontinence, stress incontinence or a mixture of the two. Urge incontinence, sometimes called overactive bladder, occurs when you suddenly have an intense urge to void, and before you have time to get up to go, you void. Stress incontinence occurs when you exert a pressure on the bladder, like when you sneeze, cough, laugh, lift something heavy or jump on the trampoline with your kids.

Physical therapy is prescribed for both of these types of incontinence, and good restoration of the pelvic floor muscles can occur in one to three months with the use of specific exercises, neuromuscular stimulation and biofeedback training for the floor. The interesting thing is that the Kegel exercise, which encouraged the patient to contract the floor muscles by stopping the flow of urine and holding the contraction, actually only targets a particular layer of the muscles that directly involve the bladder activity. However, this exercise does not include the other necessary muscle cues to stimulate the entire floor to know how to contract, so all the layers of muscles know how to work together for the best floor health.

The muscles that attach to the pubic bones and the muscles of the deep layer are not being stimulated with this exercise, so there are exercises that are “Beyond the Kegel” that need to be done. Your women’s health physical therapist knows what these exercises are and how to cue you in learning these muscle contractions so the whole floor can have full restoration of function for good bladder, bowel and sexual health. It’s never too late to have a healthy pelvic floor; you just have to choose it.

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Is The Flu More Common Than We Think?

NATURAL APPROACHES TO FIGHTING INFLUENZA

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he cold and flu are considered respiratory illnesses and are the most common of human diseases. Both are caused by viruses, though not the same ones, and symptoms can feel similar as the body responds.

Generally, symptoms of the flu are worse. A runny nose and sinus congestion are more typical of a cold. Fever and vomiting will be more common with the flu. But the only way to really tell the difference is to know what type of virus you have.

There are around 200 viruses responsible for the cold; the most common of these are the rhinovirus and coronaviruses. The flu is caused by an influenza virus, and there are thousands of these categorized into different subtypes or strains.

We can catch a cold virus anytime of the year in both warm and cold climates. Colds will come on gradually and last a little over a week. It’s estimated every adult will catch a cold two to four times a year. The flu virus is seasonal, and it can come on quickly and stick around for several weeks.

The flu season is between December and April in the U.S., peaking around mid-February. The seasonal outbreak of the flu is considered an “endemic” since it is an illness that normally exists during that time in a specific region.

In the U.S., it is officially estimated up to 20 percent of the population catch a flu each year, between 9 million and 45 million individuals showing symptoms. Worldwide there are 3 to 5 million cases of severe illness from influenza and 250,000 to 650,000 related respiratory deaths.

There is growing research, though, that shows these numbers are likely too low. One study found that 75 percent of people affected by the flu displayed no symptoms, or only mild ones. This led to the conclusion that the flu is much more common than we think and also much less severe.

When a disease is actively affecting more people than is expected or starts appearing in a new part of the world, then it is considered an “epidemic.”

The Ebola virus in West Africa occurred from 2013 to 2016 and killed 11,000.

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This includes associated bacterial infections or pneumonia.

When an outbreak reaches global proportions, it becomes a “pandemic.”

One of the most notable was the Spanish influenza in 1918 that killed an estimated 50 to 100 million. The 2009 flu pandemic killed 203,000 individuals worldwide. The line between an epidemic and pandemic is often blurred.

Because there are so many variations in the flu viruses, with old strains continually changing and new ones emerging, it is challenging fighting against the flu. The influenza virus changes through mutation, reassortment and recombination of genetic material. One change in a flu virus can sometimes allow it to evade 90 percent of a person’s immunity but not another person’s. You get sick but your spouse doesn’t.

At the highest-level protection, about 60 percent of individuals can benefit from immunization. But this also can be lower than 20 percent.

That means 80 percent of people might not benefit from a flu shot, so it’s important to find additional ways to keep us from getting sick and support our body to fight an infection as quickly as possible before it takes hold and gets severe.

Antibiotics aren’t effective against viruses and increase the risk of later infections. You want to start taking care of yourself before you even feel sick. Stay well hydrated, get restful sleep and eat a nutrient-dense wholefood diet that supports detoxification.

There are some natural remedies worth considering. For overall prevention, I like to take probiotics, vitamin D and A, zinc and vitamin C. Colostrum may support a stronger immune system, while elderberry and andrographis could reduce the duration. To help the immune system respond, there are mushroom extracts and garlic. Olive leaf, berberine and monolaurin grab my attention as possible antivirals.

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BY MARC STEWART, HERITAGE HEALTH

IT’S 2AM, AND YOU’RE WIDE AWAKE— AGAIN. If you can’t remember the last time you had a good night’s sleep because you are routinely waking up, there’s a high probability that you might be suffering from insomnia, says Dr. Anthony Rehil-Crest, a physician for Heritage Health.

“Not having enough sleep can impair your daytime functions and your mood,” says RehilCrest. “Sleep allows your brain to rest and reset.

When we don’t have enough, it impairs our ability to concentrate and perform daily tasks.”

Insomnia is a sleep disorder that affects more than 3 million Americans. Insomnia is defined as a consistent inability to fall asleep within 10 to 15 minutes and/or stay asleep throughout the night.

“In primary care, it is one of the most common issues that people bring up,” says Rehil-Crest.

“Between 50 and 60 percent of my patients complain about insomnia.”

In the past, health-care providers primarily relied on medications to treat sleep disorders that lasted three months or more. That approach is changing. Rehil-Crest is prescribing cognitive behavioral therapy for patients, a relatively new approach to the common sleep disorder.

“Often, we rely on medications to help people sleep, but research shows that behavioral interventions are just as good as medications,” he says. “Those interventions are safer too. They also don’t have the side effects that are associated with many sleeping medications.”

Cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia includes analyzing sleep habits and modifying

behaviors that contribute to a person’s inability to achieve normal deep sleep, says Laura Bonneville, a behavioral health consultant with Heritage Health who is certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia.

“We look at the behaviors that led to the sleep disorder, and then we work to change them,” says Bonneville. “Many of the patients I work with are spending more time in bed than they are sleeping in bed. Some patients that I have worked with are spending 10 to 12 hours in bed—trying to sleep—but only sleeping four or five hours of that time.”

Bonneville advises stimulus control for patients who wake up in the middle of the night and can’t go back to sleep. Instead of tossing and turning, she encourages them to find a calming activity.

“Create a nest or cocoon on a loveseat or couch,” she says. “Make it a cozy place with a warm fuzzy blanket. Then turn on a lamp with soft yellow light, no blue lights. Then engage in a mildly pleasant activity like knitting, doing word puzzles or something that doesn’t take a lot of mental energy. Return to bed only when you are sleepy again. When you lie in bed awake trying and hoping to go back to sleep, you are training yourself to be awake in bed.”

Patients also are required to keep sleep diaries that outline bedtimes, sleep times and wake times for two weeks. This data is analyzed, and Bonneville creates a strategy for improved sleep.

“I have had patients make a 180-degree turnaround and make huge improvements with their sleep,” she says. “Changing behaviors works.”

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Innovation at Craft

Beer Breweries

WASHINGTON USES HOMEGROWN HOPS IN EVERY PINT; IDAHO FALLS ‘BARLEY’ BEHIND

BY DAN AZNOFF

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W 245 percent.

ith the number of small and boutique breweries rising faster than the head on a stout porter, craft beermakers in Washington have opened the tap to new customers in an increasingly thirsty market.

According to the Washington State Liquor Control Board (WSLCB), production almost doubled in terms of barrels per year at many breweries on the western side of the mountains over the past decade. For example, demand at Pike Brewing Company in Seattle jumped from 17,401 to almost 43,000 barrels in the five-year span, an increase more than

The state board reported that almost two dozen craft breweries have opened for business over the past two years.

As any of the beermakers will tell you, there are more than hops, barley and water that go into the making of a great craft beer. The craft beer industry has grown in terms of both variety and sophistication. Like a fine wine, brewmasters are pairing craft beer with food to bring out the subtle tastes and the differences infused into every brew.

“The craft beer industry in Washington is changing. It’s a different animal,” said Ken Nabors, who has been brewing African Amber at Mac & Jack's Brewery for 26 years. “When we first started there were a total of 26 breweries in the state.

“Now there are 417.”

Nabors emphasized that the majority of craft brewers in the state produce less than 2,000 barrels per year.

The Academy Founders Mac and Jack still own and run the brewery with their team of dedicated beer lovers in the Warehouse District of Redmond behind Marymoor Park.

“We’re still listening to our customers, still learning how to do it better and still laughing about it,” Nabors said with a smile.

Mac & Jack’s does more than produce beer. It also serves as a training ground for a growing armada of craft brewers.

When childhood friends Dick Mergens and Shawn Dowling decided to make a full-time commitment to their hobby of making beer, the pair made a commitment to learn all they could about the business side of brewing before they opened Crucible Brewing in an Everett retail

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strip mall in late 2015.

Mergens quit his day job at a home improvement center to take a job at the Mac & Jack’s Brewery to learn the business. He worked his way up to the brewhouse before moving to another Redmond brewery—Hi-Fi Brewing.

During his time at Mac & Jack’s, Mergens worked with American Brewing head brewer Adam Frantz to understand the intricacies of how to be an efficient brewer in a commercial brewhouse. Mergens described Mac & Jack’s as “The Academy.” His education was apparently a success. Crucible recently opened a second tasting room in the heart of wine country in Woodinville.

“You get worked to death over there, but you learn a lot,” said Mergens. “Shawn and I continue to tinker with our formulas to offer even more choices for our loyal customers.”

While IPAs and ales are the most frequent pours from taps across the state, the different styles of beer and the diverse patrons who consume the effervescent beverage are as different as the weather on each side of the Cascades.

Spokane Craft beermakers have developed subtle differences in the mixture of ingredients and distribution methods that reflect each region of Washington.

A prime example are the numerous craft breweries that sprung up in Spokane during the ‘90s to serve the thirsty college students from Gonzaga and nearby Eastern Washington University in Cheney. The smaller breweries formulated and served pale ales that have become known as “Spokane-style” beers that are meant to be enjoyed with friends.

No-Li is a template for the style of beer that still dominates the nightlife in Spokane. The pale brew can race its beginnings to five of the pubs at the heart of the U District scene that have opened since 1993.

Each pours a version of the light beer to go well with food and an evening out on the town.

Founded in 2011, Iron Goat Brewing Company joined the party in 2011 from its trendy location in the historical district on Second Avenue. The pub offers its standards like Paul’s Pale Ale, Goatmeal Stout, Bleating Red Ale and the nasty Trashy Blonde.

For those in an adventurous mood, the brewmaster at

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Iron Goat serves an aggressive India Pale Ale, a Head Butt IPA and the Impaler Imperial IPA. The dark varieties served down the block at Perry Street Brewing and the field-to-tap pilsner from Big Barn Brewing Co. are just two more of the unique offerings to be discovered as you drink your way through the core of downtown.

Gig Harbor Founded in 2015 by longtime Gig Harbor resident and beer enthusiast John Fosberg, the Gig Harbor Brewing Co. is home to five regular pours, four seasonal brews and four specialty formulations.

The founder’s favorite is the Sturdy Gertie® Double IPA with 7 percent alcohol by volume.

“It’s not super hoppy,” Fosberg said with a proud smile. “But it has a dark malty taste, high alcohol content and is a delicious beer.”

Unable to find warehouse space large enough to accommodate his fledgling operation, Fosberg opened the first Gig Harbor Brewing Co. facility in Tacoma on South Tacoma Way. He was talked out of changing the name of his new business by some of his investors.

“They told me to just make my beer,” he said. “They will find you.”

And they did. Fosberg credits his brewmaster Mike O’Hara for his efforts to develop many of the trademark brews, including his best seller, the Giggly Blonde Ale. O’Hara spent eight years perfecting his talent as the brewmaster at Georgetown Brewing in Seattle before he brought his talents to Gig Harbor.

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Fosberg opened a tasting room next to Skansie Brothers Park on Harborview Drive when the right space became available. His beers, he said, have quickly gained a reputation around town for their traditional easy-drinking style.

Founded by four local beer enthusiasts, the proprietors of Wet Coast Brewing Co. believe that there is much more to operating a brewery than simply producing a quality craft beer. The people behind Wet Coast want their patrons to “experience their beer, to celebrate life and to rejoice in all things wet.”

Wet Coast utilizes a 3.5-barrel brewing system at its facility at 6820 Kimball Drive to provide a selection of Northwest-inspired craft ales in an on-site taproom where patrons can enjoy a pint of cream ale and a Mexican lager.

The year-round varieties available from Wet Coast range from the Brass Rail Pale Ale to a Bottleman Brown Ale with hints of nut and chocolate. There are also two IPAs with alcohol volumes from 5 to 6.2 percent.

Idaho Not to be left out of the action, the Gem State has more to offer drinkers than potatoes for vodka. Idaho is the nation’s third largest producer of hops, and the state’s capitol in Boise has developed its own style of craft beer.

Former Boeing engineer Mike Francis pours the results of his experimentation at Payette Brewing. His Twelve Gauge Imperial Stout is aged in bourbon barrels for 12 months, which he said introduces hints of vanilla and oak to go along with tastes of chocolate and coffee.

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seem to either love or hate, according to Jeremiah Holes, the lead server in the brewery restaurant.

Despite a reputation that would defy the image as a hub for craft breweries, the northern portion of the state has established its reputation for natural, hand-crafted craft beers served at family friendly breweries.

Each batch of beer, he explained, is distinctive because each is made with the best available hops from local farms. Overall, the beers at Kootenai tend to be a little more “hoppy.” That includes the bourbon barrel-aged porter made with coffee from a roaster right in Sandpoint.

Mickduff ’s Brewing Company in Sandpoint was established in 2006 by two brothers with a passion for brewing their own style of craft beer and living year-round in their idea of paradise.

The tap handles at Mickduff ’s include a Huckleberry Blonde Ale made with fruit puree for a zesty flavor. The local brewery’s version of a Black-and-Tan is made with equal parts of Tipsy Toehead Blonde and Knot Tree Porter.

Down Highway 2 in Bonners Ferry, the Kootenai River Brewing Company features the dark McGregor Scottish Ale as well as the award-winning Hoptic Blast IPA that visitors

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Idaho is the nation’s third largest producer of hops, and the state’s capitol in Boise has developed its own style of craft beer.

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a Grizzly IPA or one of our popular beers flavored with local huckleberries,” said Holes. “Our brewmasters tend to get creative depending on what is freshest at the markets or in our own fields.”

The Kootenai River Brewing Company was established in 2010 and currently serves 11 distinct beers from a taproom at the crown point of the state near the Canadian border with views of the Kootenai River and the scenic mountain ranges of North Idaho.

Whether your preference in a frosted pint is a Spokane-style light ale or a dark rich porter, craft breweries in Washington and Idaho have what you want on tap cold and ready to enjoy.

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KEEP IT SIMPLE AND WORK WITH THE SPACE YOU HAVE

By Abigail Thorpe

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t may have been an awfully grey winter, but with spring just around the corner, we’re all getting a little anxious to get outside and start prepping our gardens for the warmer months—or at least to start thinking about it.

Don’t let the size of your outdoor space discourage you from planning your own spring garden. Whether you have a full backyard or just a porch, there are many ways to add a little color to your space. Here are some tips for creating a welcoming garden retreat, no matter the space you’re working with.

Stack and layer. Pots of every size are your friend if you’re working with a small space. If you can’t go out, go up, recommends Anne Gibson of The Micro Gardener. Stack and layer pots in tiers, on steps, terraces or even just a small deck or patio to add some dimension to your space and create growing room for veggies and flowers.

Work with your space. If you have a long, narrow space, then choose a planter that mirrors that shape and still allows room for you to work around. You can even utilize an outdoor table to build a small tabletop garden, or install brackets to plant a window box if space is very limited, says Gibson.

Think ahead. Succession plant, so you can enjoy fruits, veggies and flowers on a rotating basis, suggests Gibson. For example, if you have a large plant that takes time to mature and spread out, like zucchini, utilize the space around to grow something that matures at a faster rate and can be enjoyed in the meantime, like “cut and come again” lettuce.

Pair plants from the same family that you may not want alongside other veggies or plants—like bulb onions, chives and shallots—in a pot or small growing space. Opt for plants that can perform multiple functions, like lavender, sunflowers and chives.

Mini size it. If you don’t have the space for a full-sized fruit tree, opt for dwarf fruit trees that will still produce but take up much less space and can even be planted in a pot. Many varieties of veggies, herbs and shrubs or bushes also come in dwarf varieties, like miniature roses.

Raised garden beds are a wonderful option if you don’t have a

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ton of space but still want a small garden to supply your kitchen. Think about the seasonality and maturity time of what you plant so you can succession grow to make the most of your space.

Go vertical. Use height to create privacy. Varieties of creeping vines can cover trellis or existing fences, or you can use ladders, pallets and shelves to create a living wall that can give your small space some privacy while providing a beautiful backdrop and growing space for your backyard, porch or deck.

It’s in the details. Even the way you place your pavers can have a big impact on how large a space feels, advises David Domoney, a British horticulturist and TV personality. Pave on the diagonal to make a space appear larger, and include trees, even in a small space, to add height and also create more privacy.

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Keep it bright! Brightly colored flowers will help lighten a small space and make it appear larger. If you’re including outdoor furniture in your space, make sure it is size appropriate, and don’t overcrowd the space.

Compact furniture like a small bistro table and chairs can offer seating options and add to their surroundings without taking up precious space or looking out of place.

Uniformity. Larger spaces can accommodate various styles and materials, but in a small space it’s key to keep it simple and uniform, recommends The Spruce. Limit the hardscape materials to a limited scheme that compliments its surroundings.

Start small. Make your garden space personal. If you’re trying to decide where to start, choose a spot that will compliment your home, add a pop of color, and that you will enjoy on a daily basis, such as the entry-way to

your drive, or a plot by your front door or back patio.

Have a fruit tree in a pot? Plant an edible living ground cover like thyme around the base that will act as a mulch for the tree and provide some herbs for your table.

Merge garden and home. Utilize the placement of your home and yard to plan your garden. Plant up against the home to help compliment the architectural characteristics of your house and save space, and utilize the perimeter of your yard to help define the space and still preserve an open grass area. Some bright pops of color surrounding your home and yard can add some beautiful detail and space for growing fruit, veggies and flowers while not taking up valuable space to entertain or play.

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Design with purpose. Plan your garden space with a specific purpose in mind. Create a focal point that draws the eye, suggests The Spruce, like a water feature, flower bed or garden island.

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Little Tips: Use vertical, upright plants instead of those prone to spread out to save space. Look for veggies that reproduce fast, like “cut and come again” greens that require minimal space and have a high yield.

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Going Greener

SIMPLE ECO-FRIENDLY LANDSCAPING TIPS TO REDUCE YOUR ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT THIS YEAR

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s we enter another spring in the Northwest, so begins the preparation to revitalize our landscapes, lawns and gardens.

Whether the spring of 2020 will find you starting from scratch or breathing new vitality into an existing landscape, there are many simple ways to increase the sustainability of your efforts.

With the goal of avoiding an excess use of resources, and allowing the local climate to naturally thrive, eco-friendly landscaping is growing in both popularity and practice.

Increasing the sustainability of your residential landscape or garden contributes to reduced energy waste, maintaining the cleanliness of the water and air, a healthier regional wildlife population, minimized atmospheric greenhouse gas and upholding a solid foundation for future generations to be able to experience the same benefits.

Reducing your environmental footprint and turning toward sustainable landscaping may seem like a daunting task—but it doesn’t need to be.

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At the heart of a thriving garden are greener practices that take just a little bit of extra care but, when done routinely, add up to a significantly positive impact.

Both novice gardeners and experienced green thumbs can easily implement a few tweaks to contribute to a more eco-friendly landscape this spring. Here are a few ways to reduce the environmental impact of your landscape practices while maintaining a landscape you love.

Plant Choice Green landscaping starts early on with the actual selection of your plants.

Including plant life in your landscaping provides a unique diversity to the look, smell and feel of your yard or garden. Beyond their aesthetic contributions, plants enrich the environment by providing shade, clean air, temperature regulation and a habitat for valuable organisms, among many other valuable functions.

Selecting plants that are native or adapted to the conditions of your

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residential area will require less resources and maintenance to ensure they thrive, since they won’t need to adapt to an unfamiliar environment.

Choosing plants appropriate to the local climate also reduces the risk of creating an environment prone to the damage of invasive species and instead allows the safety and promotion of healthy pollinators and beneficial microorganisms.

You can easily learn more about the selection of plants native to the region with online resources like the NWF Native Plant Finder and the Wildflower Center Native Plant Database.

Another factor to consider: Annual plants require the most water to maintain, making perennials and grasses the most efficient choice for water use.

Efficient Water Use As we head into summer and temperatures begin to creep up, intentional and efficient water use becomes critical. The most significant impacts of your “greener” efforts will be related to water conservation.

Up to 60 percent of the average residential use of water is for landscaping, so finding ways to cut back can reduce your spending while reducing water waste.

The use of hardscapes in your landscape design (hardscapes being any selection of rocks, pavers, decks, etc.) allows you to diversify the look of your outdoor space and create interest while reducing the required amount of water to maintain the aesthetic. Hardscapes can be incorporated into pathways, stepping stones, fire pits and patios, providing more ways to enjoy your outdoor space while reducing the need for water.

At the heart of a thriving garden are greener practices that take just a little bit of extra care.

Soil Health Healthy soil is a critical foundational element to a sustainable garden or landscape.

According to Landscape for Life, healthy soil will remove pollutants, cleanse water and restore atmospheric carbon, along with the functions we’re most familiar with, such as water storage and plant nourishment.

In sustainable gardens, soils are healthy, living ecosystems, protected by vegetation or mulch, and best allow plants to thrive. Heavily mulching in plant beds can protect gardens from weeds, pests and disease. Mulch provides a protective layer to insulate roots and cover soil, which can reduce water evaporation and moderate soil temperature.

Using organic mulch in garden beds and surrounding trees helps to provide nourishing minerals when the mulch decomposes and can improve water retention.

Inorganic mulches like crushed stones and rubber chips are best placed in hardscape settings.

Maintenance With a healthy landscape in place, it’s important to remember that maintenance practices are just as critical to ensuring the health of that landscape’s environmental footprint. Thoughtful maintenance practices work with nature, not against it, for a process that is more time-efficient, economically wise and environmentally friendly.

One simple example is your choice of lawn mower. Compared to a gas-powered lawn mower, an electric lawn mower will emit significantly lower levels of air pollution.

Pesticides are another important consideration. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has reported that homeowners apply pesticides at a rate almost 20 times

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higher than farmers use on agricultural land. Pesticide exposure isn’t a new topic of conversation by any means, but it’s important to keep in mind the non-chemical options that are available.

Organic fertilizers (such as compost) and non-chemical pest control can reduce toxic chemical release into the air and water supply, reducing the possibility for the multitude of negative health effects that have been associated with toxic pesticide exposure.

With a goal in mind to choose the least chemically laden, most naturally derived pest-control products you can, you’ll find with a bit of research, there are a good amount of available options.

Often these choices will use Neem, a plant known for its inherent pesticide qualities. More natural options will better target the true pests in your garden without spreading additional harm to beneficial insects, like traditional pesticides so often do.

Regardless of your level of experience with gardening, landscaping or sustainability, you can start small, and start today. By being intentional with your plant selection, prioritizing efficient water use and choosing safer maintenance methods, you can make your garden positively “greener” in 2020.

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It used to be putting a room together or remodeling involved hiring an expensive design specialist or doing the guesswork yourself. What might have looked good in your mind turns into something you don’t particularly love once completed. This can be a costly endeavor, and not being comfortable in your own home is something no one should have to feel. Today, there are plenty of ways to eliminate the guesswork and allow you to play around with your room before setting out for paint, furnishings and design help.

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PAINT ON THE WALLS Paint is the easiest and most cost-effective way to spruce up a room. While ultimately it’s always a good idea to buy a sample and see it on the wall, you can do a lot of narrowing down by using several paint brands’ visualization services. Behr, for example, has all its colors and shines available to see on the company’s website. You can then select a room from the ‘Visualizer’ service that looks similar to the room you are updating, whether it is a bedroom, living room or other space in your home.

You can apply your selected color to the walls to see how it will appear once applied.

This is especially useful if you are looking at pairing colors together. Here you get a nice visual to see if the colors clash or decide if you should go a shade lighter or darker. You can often find these programs in the paint aisle at major retailers as well.

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PEEL AND STICK If you feel the virtual avenue doesn’t quite give you the full effect, you can still place samples on the wall without actually applying the paint. Samplize.com works with popular paint brands like Home Depot, Sherwin Williams and Benjamin Moore to create peel and stick samples. The company uses actual paint from the manufacturer on its adhesive, so you will get the real thing without having to put permanent paint on the wall. The adhesive can be peeled and replaced many times before it wears out.

ONLINE DESIGNERS Havenly.com is changing the game for those on a budget. The site offers professional design help for packages of $79 or $129. When you sign up for their services, you give the company your room dimensions, what you want to see updated, and set a budget on how much you want to spend. You can even let the service know what pieces of furniture you already have that you don’t want to eliminate from the remodel, and they will be included in the final visual layout.

You are given visuals to choose from which you rate on a simple scale to give your designer an idea of what styles you like. The designer takes all the information and puts together a to-scale visual of your room with new pieces based on the information you provide and your budget. The full package also allows for more collaboration with the designer. The site makes money off commissions from purchases you make from the room you are given, but you are under no obligation to buy any of the pieces the designer includes in your layout. Other sites like Decorilla.com and Modsy.com offer similar services and pricing models.

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VIRTUAL FURNITURE LAYOUT Wayfair is quickly becoming a behemoth in the home decorating industry, and the company offers a couple of very helpful tools when furniture shopping for your home. Its Room Planner 3D program allows you to enter the specific dimensions of whatever room you are looking to redecorate, including paint colors and window and door placements. Once you’ve created a room that resembles your own, you can start adding couches, chairs, lamps, area rugs, wall art and much more to get a great visual of your room. Those who download the company’s APP can utilize the ‘View in a Room’ feature in which you turn on your phone’s camera and drag and drop furniture into your actual room.

FURNITURE DIY If you are having a hard time finding exactly what you are looking for in an end table, bookcase or wine rack, build it yourself! While professional CAD software can set you back financially, there are alternatives that are very user friendly and quite affordable. SketchUp.com has as free basic 3D modeling program easily installed on your home computer. More advanced subscriptions cost as little as $119 per year.

Here you can dream up exactly what you are looking for and come out with the exact dimensions and specifications for making it happen. If you are uncomfortable with operating power equipment, you can present your design to a furniture maker who can assemble your custom piece for you. When friends come over and compliment your piece, it’ll be even more rewarding telling them you designed it—and maybe even built it yourself.

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While it’s easy to just toss out an entire junk drawer, professionals can help you keep your belongings while becoming more organized. Having a professional organizer analyze your spaces and formulate a plan might even keep you from having to create a costly remodel. Digital organizers can be a little harder to come by, but this industry is growing and a quick Google search of your area will often net you local professionals.

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A COUPLE’S GETAWAY TO KIRKLAND, WASHINGTON

Vibrant waterfront community nestled on the shores of Lake Washington Story & Photos By Marguerite Cleveland

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owntown Kirkland is a vibrant waterfront community filled with charming restaurants, wine bars, art galleries and shops. Located just east of Seattle, it is located on the shores of Lake Washington. The lovely Marina Park beckons with benches to enjoy the view and a cute little beach. The walkable town allows you to enjoy a car-free weekend.

The city is filled with public works of art, and it can be fun to stumble upon them. The works are by leading regional and national artists, with some donated by Kirkland residents. The pieces of art are made of bronze and are quite a variety.

“Betty Lou” is a bronze by artist Lisa Sheets and showcases an older woman sitting on a bench enjoying some sun. Other works include whimsical animals and a military family.

Where To Stay From the moment you walk into the luxury that is the Heathman Hotel and receive a warm welcome from the staff, you know you are staying somewhere special. This lovely hotel is centrally located to all Kirkland has to offer—including Lake Washington. The Heathman has recently undergone extensive renovations, which gives it the feeling of brand new.

The hotel is filled with artwork by local artists, with pieces rotated quarterly. Each floor has a theme, and the higher floors have paintings of birds and flight. A nice touch.

For a couple’s getaway, you will most certainly want to splurge on a suite on the upper floor. Once you arrive, you won’t want to leave these luxury havens. You may have stayed at a hotel that offers a pillow menu, but the Heathman really steps up the game with their Signature Bed Menu. Select from three mattress types including pillowtop, Tempur-Pedic

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THE SCENIC WATERFRONT OFFERS VIEWS OF BOTH LAKE WASHINGTON AND SEATTLE IN THE DISTANCE.

or European featherbed. For a truly romantic evening, add a rose petal turndown service. These cozy rooms have fireplaces as well, ensuring you a most comfortable and cozy stay.

Where To Eat When you first arrive in Kirkland, and before you check in at your hotel, a neat place to stop for a quick snack or light lunch is the Alanya Café. This family owned business has a variety of Turkish pastries all homemade.

The must tries are the pistachio baklava and the borek, which is a flaky pastry with a variety of fillings. Pair with a Turkish coffee or tea.

The Hearth is the hotel restaurant and serves up comfort food elevated to a whole new level of goodness. The menu is centered around using a traditional hearth oven with open-flame cooking techniques. The whole beef short rib is served caveman style and is an elegant presentation with the meat cut off the bone. It is slow cooked sous vide style for 17 hours and melts in your mouth. Pair it with cheesy grits topped with roasted mushrooms and Aleppo. These aren’t your average grits. Coarse ground

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and infused with three cheeses, the dish almost has the texture of risotto and is so hearty.

For brunch try Hector’s, a Kirkland favorite dishing up its famed eggs benedict and other breakfast favorites for more than 44 years. Its dark wooded interior has a speakeasy vibe highlighted by the 120-year-old mahogany bar back and original brickwork and fireplaces. Truly an experience.

Lynn’s Bistro blends French and Asian cuisine in a bright, lovely restaurant. On a rainy Pacific Northwest day, you feel like you are in a sunny café in the south of France. Enjoy savory or sweet crepes. Entrees come with a variety of French pastries and fresh fruit. Chef MyLinh Tran only uses Gruyere cheese at the restaurant, which is made from milk of pasture-fed cows and has an earthy nutty taste that imparts a unique flavor to dishes it is incorporated into. Try the traditional French onion soup—one of the restaurant’s signature dishes that is covered with a melted topping of the rich Gruyere cheese.

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The Specifics PLANNING Explore Kirkland - ExploreKirkland.com WHERE TO STAY The Heathman Hotel Kirkland HeathmanKirkland.com WHERE TO EAT Alanya Café - AlanyaCafe.net The Hearth - HeathmanKirkland.com Hector’s - HectorsKirkland.com Lynn’s Bistro - LynnsBistro.com WHAT TO DO Kirkland Information - ExploreKirkland.com Gunnar Nordstrom Gallery GunnarNordstrom.com Pike St. Press - PikeStreetPress.com CANVAS Paint and Sip Studio CanvasKirkland.com

Where to Drink Kirkland loves its wine, and there are a variety of wine bars in the area. Stop into the Delille Maison Wine Lounge to enjoy a wine tasting flight. Three 2-ounce pours are a perfect way to enjoy some of their signature wines from the renown Red Mountain AVA. The Hearth Bar in the Heathman Hotel has a big following among locals, which is unusual in a hotel bar, and is a testament to the friendly bartenders who really know how to present a cocktail. Try the Dragon’s Blood, a smoke-infused Manhattan. Housemade spicy orange bitters are combined with bourbon, Matthiasson sweet vermouth, pasubio, crème de novak and blood orange puree. The elixir, presented in a dome while the bartender blows in smoke, makes for a very unique experience.

What To Do Plan to walk the town during your stay. The scenic waterfront offers views of both Lake Washington and Seattle in the distance. Even though you are in a downtown area, it has a small-town sense of community. There are so many local small businesses worth a stop. Check out the Pike St. Press, a darling shop carrying on the tradition of letterpress printing. Pick up an artisan greeting card or other paper products which make nice gifts.

The Gunnar Nordstrom gallery is located right next door and is the only authorized dealer in Washington for the Art of Dr. Seuss.

The Canvas Paint and Sip studio is a fun date activity. Bring out your inner artist with an artist-guided session, sure to have you painting like

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a pro in no time. Everything you need to create your artwork in the light and airy studio is provided. Beer, wine, hard cider and other beverages are available for purchase. Also on-site is the Hammer and Stain, a DIY workshop where all the tools and supplies you need to create your own handcrafted items are provided. Think wood signs, wreaths or plant boxes. There is a large variety of items you can create.

If it’s a nice day, explore the Cross Kirkland Corridor interim trail— perfect for a bike ride or walk. The 10-foot-wide crushed gravel trail runs for 5.75 miles and is part of the 42-mile Eastside Rail Corridor that traverses from Renton to Snohomish. The corridor runs through eight neighborhoods and numerous parks offering some great views.

When planning your trip to Kirkland, make sure to visit ExploreKirkland. com and peruse the event section. You’ll find a variety of events and activities that are perfect for a couple’s getaway.

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IRISH BREAD & BUTTER PUDDING Recipe & Photo Courtesy of Stephanie Lynn Gertrude Brown Yield: One 9x13” Pan

INGREDIENTS: ½ cup melted butter 1 medium-size loaf white bread or Brioche ½ cup raisins or dried fruit ¼ cup Irish whiskey 1 cup heavy cream 1 ½ cups whole milk 8 oz. cream cheese 4 eggs ½ cup granulated sugar ½ tsp. cinnamon

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• First things first, your raisins need to get drunk. Place the raisins in a bowl and add the whiskey to cover them. Let sit at room temperature for at least two hours, but the longer the better.

• Preheat your oven to 325°F. While the oven is heating up, use melted butter to coat a 9x13” baking dish.

• Cut the bread loaf in 1-inch thick slices, and generously butter both sides. Place bread in the prepared pan by either cutting into cubes, or for a bit of a fancier approach, shingle in the whole slices in a single layer by overlapping the slices.

• Place the pan into the oven for 7 to 10 minutes to lightly toast the bread.

• While your bread is getting a glorious tan, place the milk, heavy cream and cream cheese into a saucepan. Slowly stir over a medium-low heat until the cream cheese is melted and combined.

• In a separate bowl, combine the eggs, sugar and cinnamon. Once the milk mixture is ready, slowly add to egg mixture a little at a time, mixing well before each new addition.

• Once the milk and egg mixtures are fully combined, pour two-thirds of the amount into the pan over the toasted bread. Set aside for 15 to 20 minutes to allow the bread to absorb the custard mixture.

• Remember those tipsy raisins? Strain out the raisins, being sure to save the whiskey. Sprinkle the raisins over the bread and custard mixture.

• Pour remaining custard over the raisins. Place pan into the oven and cook for 1 hour until the custard is puffed up and set. The top should be slightly browned as well.

• Remove from the oven and serve immediately.

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CALYPSOS COFFEE At Calypsos you’ll find a combination of amazing coffee, which they roast on site, ice cream, fantastic food and live music on a regular basis. They display artwork from local artists, offer free Wi-Fi, have a play area for the kids and also offer a Smart Room for meeting rentals!

Be sure to stop by their neighborhood boutique deli for artisan deli meats and cheeses. They invite you to take a seat and enjoy great food. Try their delicious gourmet sandwiches, salads and homemade soups, all made to order!

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Just call or stop in. And don’t forget about their café featuring artisan breads, European pastries and cakes.

Each week, area chefs invite you to pull up a seat at one of The Culinary Stone’s cooking classes, where you will learn to create new delicious meals that you can share with others, all while engaging with new friends. They also host weekly wine tastings, so you can explore new wines to pair with your meals at home.

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Sweet Lou’ s Restaurant & TAP HOUSE 601 Front Ave. 208.667.1170 | DOWNTOWN Cda

THE PORCH PUBLIC HOUSE A beautiful golf-course view without the cost of joining the country club. They offer a full menu of sandwiches, salads, soups and specialties prepared from scratch without the high price of fine dining, and the region’s finest cocktails, microbrews and wines to accompany your meal. Feel at home in the comfortable pub-style dining room or the fantastic outdoor dining area. Open daily at 11am year round. Photo by Lauren Denos, Adventure Bound Media.

1658 E. Miles Ave. | Hayden 208.772.7111 | WeDontHaveOne.com

MOON TIME Serving some of the best food around in a comfortable pub-style atmosphere. The menu offers soups, sandwiches, pastas, salads and other specialties prepared from scratch daily, along with a fantastic selection of micro-brewed beers and fine wines by the glass and bottle. Open daily at 11am, the kitchen is open late every night. Be sure to stop in Thursday night for live music featuring national and local artists. For more information including photos, menu, specials and directions, make sure to visit their website.

1602 Sherman Ave. | Coeur d’Alene 208.667.2331 | WeDontHaveOne.com

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A local favorite for an array of reasons, including the friendly staff, unbeatable atmosphere and phenomenal food. Voted best seafood in Coeur d’Alene 2012, 2013 and 2014. Their menu includes salads, fishwiches, taste of baja, fish and chips, smoked fish, fresh sushi bar and fresh fish market with live shell fish and lobster.

Drink & Appetizer Specials Monday - Thursday 4pm - 6pm

215 W. Kathleen | Coeur d’Alene 208.664.4800 | FishermansMarketCdA.com

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315 CUISINE At 315, guests will be treated to a full dinner menu and tapas using fresh and seasonal food, more than 50 hand-crafted martinis using the best natural ingredients, great wine, beer and a variety of non-alcoholic beverages. Guests can choose to dine in the large dining room, comfortable lounge, at the bar our outdoors on their expansive patio. 315 offers nightly specials and food and drink pairings weekly, and live music on Tuesday night! Open Tuesday - Saturday 3:15pm - close.

315 Wallace Ave. | Coeur d’Alene 208.667.9660 | 315Cuisine.com

FORTY-ONE SOUTH A beautiful waterfront, fine-dining restaurant in a romantic lodge setting overlooking Lake Pend Oreille. Whether it is summer on the patio or cozying up to the fireplace in the winter, Forty-One South’s spectacular sunsets, innovative cuisine, full bar and extensive wine list are sure to make it a memorable night out. A variety of delicious food year-round.

Reservations recommended.

208.265.2000 www.41SouthSandpoint.com 41 Lakeshore Drive | Sagle, Idaho

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SHOGA SUSHI BAR Delicious sushi and Japanese cuisine sure to delight anyone’s palate. Offering a wide variety of traditional and specialty rolls as well as salads, sweet and sour pork, grilled salmon and more! Beautiful waterfront dining with spectacular sunset views. Professional and courteous service. On Wedsnday nights it’s buy one Sushi Roll get one half off! Enjoy a delicious meal while taking in the beautiful waterfront and spectacular sunset views.

Shopping. Dining. Take-Out.

41 Lakeshore Dr. | Sagle 208.265.2001 | ShogaSushi.com

MOONDOLLARS BISTRO Moondollars Bistro is known for their burgers, accompanied by scratch-made bread and soups. They uses only fresh ingredients, which are the backbone of this customer favorite. With a comfortable, friendly atmosphere, awesome food, great service, huge patio and full bar there is always something to keep customers coming back for more.

609 N. Syringa St. | Post Falls | 208.777.7040 5416 W. Village Blvd. | Rathdrum 208.687.5396 | MoondollarsBistro.com

ANGELO’S RISTORANTE “There is no substitution for quality. Our food is organic and prepared from scratch.” Authentic Italian cuisine.

Guaranteed best steaks in town. Catering and private cooking classes available with Chef Angelo. DINNER FOR 2 & A BOTTLE OF WINE $65. Choose from 15 Entrees and 10 Bottles of Wine. Open 7 days a week from 4 to 10pm.

846 N. Fourth St. | Coeur d’Alene 208.765.2850 | AngelosRistorante.net

JUNIOR’S BBQ Enjoy North Idaho’s best barbecue at Junior’s, where guests are treated to bold backyard flavor. Whether you dine in, take out or need catering, you will not be disappointed, and ordering is simple. Choose a sandwich, taco or salad.

Next choose your meat, then your choice of fixin’s, from Granny’s baked beans, Mamma’s mashed taters, smothered green beans, coleslaw or pig tail fries. Top it all off with Hillbilly Habanero or Junior’s Original sauce.

85 W. Prairie Shopping Ctr. | Hayden JuniorsBarbecue.com

TIM’S SPECIAL CUT MEATS Tim’s Special Cut Meats is your perfect, old-fashioned butcher shop. The friendly staff is ready to help you pick out the perfect cut. Tim’s carries only the finest natural meats and also handles custom orders, with an extensive line of house-made products from pickled garlic to specialty sauces, marinades, rubs and salsas. Mobile butchering and wild game processing are also available.

525 N. Graffiti St. | Post Falls 208.772.3327 | fTimsSpecialCutMeats TimsSpecialCutMeats.com

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ALL SHADES OF BLUE Coeur d’Alene Blues Festival returns for its 11th year

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20 - 22 THE COEUR D’ALENE BLUES FESTIVAL RETURNS FOR ANOTHER WEEKEND OF SOUL-SWINGING ENTERTAINMENT FRIDAY, MARCH 20, THROUGH SUNDAY, MARCH 22, AS MUSIC WILL FILL THE AIR THROUGHOUT THE COEUR D’ALENE RESORT DOWNTOWN.

band featuring the vocals of Gordan and multi-winner of many Cascade Blues Society Muddy Awards; and the legendary Lloyd Jones will give a special performance with members of his Struggle band.

“If the community is unfamiliar with contemporary blues and soul music, they absolutely need to come see what it has become,” says Amy VanSickle, director of marketing at the Coeur d’Alene Resort.

“This music is amazing and includes electric guitars, keyboards, horn sections and incredible vocalists. The crowd is fun, and there is definitely dancing. No one will find themselves disappointed in the music. We always mix it up a bit so there is acoustic, soul, R&B, electric, and the best we can find in touring international acts, covering all the shades of blues.”

In addition, there will be 12 additional acclaimed acts from all over the Northwest, Montana, Idaho and Washington, performing in every venue of The Coeur d’Alene Resort each evening, all day Saturday and during brunches on Sunday.

This year’s Main Stage headliners are all from out of the area and include Ana Popovic, who is considered among the best blues guitarists in the world; Sugaray Rayford, the latest winner of Best Soul Male Artist at the BMAs who was also nominated for a Grammy, with his first-class big soul band; Rae Gordon Band, a seven-piece

To view the full three-day weekend lineup and to purchase tickets to the 2020 Coeur d’Alene Blues Festival, visit CdAResort. com/play/events/blues-festival. This weekend of award-winning entertainment is not to be missed! “It really is just an incredibly fun weekend,” affirms Amy.

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When it comes to what Amy believes has made this event a great success year after year, it’s the “great music, of course, but the crowd itself is a great draw since the same folks keep returning year after year.”

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March 7 Best Western Coeur d’Alene Plus 5 to 8pm Enjoy a fabulous evening of food, fun, music, live and silent auctions on Saturday, March 7, from 5 to 8pm. Held at the Best Western Coeur d’Alene Plus, proceeds from Home on the Range will help make a difference for those who depend on Tesh for life skill development and employment support. Tickets are priced $75 per person. To register to attend this year’s event and to view a list of auction items, visit TeshInc.com. Recommended attire for the event is Western themed (think jeans and cowboy boots). For additional information, call 208.765.5105.

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5TH ANNUAL COEUR D’IRISH PARTY March 14 Coeur d’Alene Resort 5:30pm Irish bagpipes, Irish dancers, Irish food, Irish whiskey and green beer! What better way to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day than by attending this year’s Coeur d’Irish Party at the Coeur d’Alene Resort? Open to the entire community, doors open at 5:30pm.

Tickets are priced $40 per person and can be purchased online at EventBrite.com, with all funds raised going to support the Coeur d’Alene Rotary Club’s community service grants and projects throughout Coeur d’Alene, along with the club’s international service projects. And don’t forget to purchase a raffle ticket for your chance to win a trip to Ireland!

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8TH ANNUAL HEALTH & WELLNESS EXPO March 18 Coeur d’Alene Resort 4:30 to 7:30pm The annual Health and Wellness Expo returns to the Coeur d’Alene Resort Wednesday, March 18. Attendees have the opportunity to visit more than 100 booths offering free raffles, samples and giveaways. From fitness experts, chiropractors, medical professionals and natural health and healing experts to natural product vendors, skin and beauty, healthy food vendors and wellness screenings, you can find these all and more at the expo!

Admission is free, and all ages are welcome to attend. Find the event on Facebook for additional details.

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