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18 Edmonds in Focus

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22 Hometown Experts

33 Health & Lifestyle

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Tips and informational articles about living a healthy, active lifestyle.

10 Home & Essentials The latest tips and trends.

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23 Arts & Entertainment Monthly calendar of great local events, music and shows.

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Maternity & Baby Botique Featuring clothing, gear and gifts for mom and baby.

PUBLISHER’S Crazy in Print Have you ever been told that you were crazy? Or that you will never make it? Maybe that your idea wasn’t that good? I can answer yes to these. When I decided to launch a media company with the idea of focusing primarily on print, I was told I was crazy. When we picked Sandpoint and Coeur d’Alene, Idaho to be our first communities, we were told that we wouldn’t make it with the current competition. When we said that we will not only utilize print but also social media and web to push our clients’ brands, some said it wasn’t a good idea!

Over the years I have learned a lot. Mainly, listen to your gut, be willing to learn new things, and be prepared to work harder than anyone else. I have been blessed with finding like-minded individuals that also believe in the same things and together we have accomplished a lot in a short amount of time.

Examples of this can be demonstrated by the launch of our sixth publication, Edmonds Living Local, and the growth of our current magazines in each community we are in. What started as an idea, and a single 24 page Sandpoint, Idaho community magazine has, in just four years, grown into six monthly community magazines serving Sandpoint, ID, (where we have two publications), Coeur d’Alene, ID, Bonner’s Ferry, ID, Gig Harbor, WA, and Edmonds, WA. Another example of this can be seen in how each community has embraced us, not only our products, but us as people. It is because of the care these communities have for their friends and neighbors that we have been able to find and share an amazing amount of stories that might otherwise go unnoticed. Our local staff ’s commitment to each community is evidenced by our continued involvement in local non-profits, events, sports teams, chambers, networking groups, and more. Recently our Gig Harbor Marketing Specialist, Julie Reed, was honored as the Gig Harbor Chamber’s ‘Rookie of the Year’ for her work in the community and business development.

MISSION STATEMENT To sell fashionable, yet practical, items for moms-to-be and babies alike. We strive to deliver high quality pieces that will last from pregnancy to pregnancy and baby to baby.

We are a globally connected society that can often forget what’s right around corner from our own homes. It’s easy to take for granted the little things that make our community great. You will see an updated look to Living Local Magazine in 2015, but our mission will always be the same; to highlight the unique local flair of each community and what makes these such special places to live. We will continue to seek story ideas from our readers and your feedback is always welcome; this is your magazine after all! We create community!

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BY PATTY HUTCHENS. We are thrilled to introduce to the community this first issue of Edmonds Living Local. Each month we will bring to you the latest about the great things that are happening right here in our community! As you read through this first issue, you will get a glimpse of the diverse, informative and uplifting stories you will be treated to each month. From recognizing our young athletes at area schools, to celebrating the Good News that our friends, neighbors and colleagues are making happen in our community, to advice for a healthy lifestyle we have it all!

We take pride in connecting the community and providing residents and businesses with a place to share their news, events and success stories. Our Business Spotlights provide our readers with an in-depth look at the people and stories behind the places we visit each day.

In the Life & Community section, you will find information on high school athletes and other community oriented projects and events. Want to know what there is to do on any given day?

Check out our calendar of events!

We are thrilled to have on our staff Kristi Jackson, the Marketing Executive for Edmonds Living Local. Kristi has worked in the field of marketing and sales for four years and is passionate about what she does. One meeting with Kristi and you will quickly see her talent for assisting business owners with their marketing plan and being an integral part of their success. She harbors a passion for customer service and it comes through in her work.

Kristi and her family, which includes one sister and three brothers, all live in Washington State. Kristi, along with her boyfriend Josh, enjoy being outside, traveling, cooking, and

taking in as many Seattle Seahawks’ games as possible. Kristi has recently taken up golf and racquetball, and admits she is always willing to try new things. In her spare time, Kristi also enjoys donating her time to Homeless in Seattle, a non-profit organization which helps raise awareness of homelessness and its effects.

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Since starting with Edmonds Living Local, Kristi has enjoyed meeting and working with the community and its business owners. If you have not met her yet, you are sure to soon, as Kristi spends her days out in the community eager to learn more about the organizations and businesses that make this a truly wonderful place to live.

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Our website, www.goedmonds.com, is the perfect place to go online to read more.

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Clothes For Kids Kids need school clothing throughout the year.

By Joy Ingram. Photos courtesy of Clothes For Kids.

Each year during the December holidays, thoughts are on children-their dreams, their wishes, and most importantly their needs. But, if a child is genuinely in need, his or her needs do not go away once the new year arrives. Clothes For Kids is here in Edmonds working year-round to make sure students have their school clothing needs met throughout the year.

Since 1984, Clothes For Kids has provided school wardrobes to low-income students in the Edmonds School District. The mission of Clothes For Kids is to help qualified community members build confidence and self-sufficiency by providing quality wardrobes and resources.

“We are experiencing a dramatic increase in demand from our community and with that demand comes the need to fill our shelves so students have the opportunity to shop a wellrounded selection of clothing,” says Nancy Laird-Burris, Program Manager for Clothes For Kids.

“It’s a year-round effort to make sure we have the clothing to meet the growing demand,” adds Joy Ingram, Development Director for Clothes For Kids. “Our year starts in July when volunteers help to sort donations, lost and found, and set

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up the store for students to begin shopping for the upcoming school year.”

Clothes For Kids opened its doors for student “shopping” on August 20th, since that time they have provided more than 2,300 school wardrobes. “The first few months are our busiest as we rush to meet the needs of students headed back to school,” says Laird-Burris. “The need continues as the cold weather sets in and students outgrow last year’s clothing. With the communities support, we will remain open for shopping through March.”

In order to provide a combination of new and gently used clothing, Clothes For Kids volunteers and staff work year-round to collect donations from the community. Many organizations, companies, schools, and churches step up to the call by organizing clothing drives.

“Clothing drives help us fill specific needs in our inventory and allow us to keep our expenses within our small budget,” says Ingram.

In addition to clothing drives, staff and volunteers shop holiday sales and clearance racks to purchase much-needed clothing at huge discounts. “Whenever possible, we try to pay less than 25% of retail,” says Laird-Burris.

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With many families feeling the effects of this difficult economy, every penny counts.

Especially during the colder months, budgets are stretched due to power bills and this leaves no room for anything extra. Clothes For Kids is ready to answer the call and anticipates serving close to 4,000 students this school year. With the winter season approaching, people--specifically children--in our community deserve the opportunity to have clothing, socks and shoes to keep them warm.

The vision of Clothes For Kids is to empower students this year and set children and teens up for success one wardrobe at a time. Quite often, families have a difficult time keeping up with new clothing, let alone the current trends that many teens desire. Peer pressure can take a toll on students who come from struggling families. Clothing can make a surprising impact on student success and their ability to focus on learning while they are in school.

Making sure that the clothing needs of kids are met has an amazing trickle-down effect for good. “We find the entire family benefits from the program by relieving the parents of the added expense of school clothes so they can focus their limited resources on other basic needs and essentials,” says Laird-Burris.

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Clothes For Kids is supported through community contributions of both cash and clothing. They receive no government funding and manage to serve each student for less than $68 per wardrobe. Children are referred to the program by their school, making the process very simple and easy for the families to get to the shop. While the program is set up like a retail store, there is no cash register and families never pay for their school wardrobe.

In the spring, when Clothes For Kids is closed to shoppers, the volunteers continue to work to re-inventory the store. They hold an annual rummage sale to sell donated items that don’t fit into the School Wardrobe program. In June, the volunteers begin to sort through a mountain of clothing that comes from unclaimed lost and found collected from more

than 90 local schools. Clothing drives continue year-round, and while the shop is closed to students, Clothes For Kids accepts donations twelve months of the year. In Snohomish County, more than 40,000 students are on free or reduced lunch. This is the qualifier for Clothes For Kids, with more than half of the students served by Clothes For Kids each year coming from the Edmonds School District.

Even as workforce opportunities improve, it is a slow process for families to get back on their feet. Students struggle when their families are forced to go without. With Clothes For Kids providing school wardrobes, there is one less thing families in Snohomish County have to worry about.

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Clothes For Kids plans to continue growing and providing this much-needed program for many years to come. With community support, they can build awareness and continue to bring valuable resources to our area’s most vulnerable populations. For ways that you can help and to learn more about Clothes For Kids, please check out their website at www.clothesforkids.org.

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HOME & ESSENTIALS Tips & the Latest Trends

Make Your Wishes Known LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT BASICS.

BY RICHARD PATRICK, JD.

Knowing that the gifts you want to leave behind have been securely documented can be gratifying. In Washington, a person must be of a sound mind and at least eighteen years of age to make a valid Will. Being of a sound mind means that the person is aware of his/her surroundings and knows what they own in this world. The person must be aware of the “treasures of their kingdom” and to whom they are leaving their treasures. The person making the Will is called testator.

Every Will must be in writing signed by the testator. The testator’s signature must be witnessed by at least two people and their signatures must be notarized. A Will should not be witnessed by someone that is going to receive part of the inheritance (beneficiary).

If it is, there must be at least two other “noninterested” witnesses.

A Will, or part of it, can be revoked by a subsequent Will that states it revokes all prior Wills. In those cases it isn’t necessary to destroy the old Will. A Will can also be revoked by being destroyed with the intent and for the purpose of revoking the Will. If, after making a Will, the testator gets a divorce, all provisions in the Will in favor of the former spouse are revoked, unless the Will expressly provides otherwise. So we don’t have to worry about changing our Will

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right away after a divorce, however it is a very good idea to do so regardless.

The testator must name a Personal Representative (PR) in the Will. The PR has the responsibility to do what the Will says must be done. The PR does not have the power or authority to make changes to the Will. Pick a PR that you believe will be responsible and follow the Will’s instructions. There is a lot of self help Will stuff out there. If you do your own Will, without an attorney, focus on two areas; 1) clear and simple language to make your wishes understandable, and 2) sign the Will, with two witnesses, and the witnesses signatures are notarized. Be sure to put your Will in a safe place and give a copy to the PR. Then rest assured that your wishes will be followed.

Disclaimer of Liability: This information is only provided to increase awareness of issues surrounding Last Will and Testament Basics. While the information provided is about legal issues, it is not legal advice or legal representation. Richard P. Patrick is a local Gig Harbor Attorney. His office is located at 5358 33rd Ave NW Suite 102, Gig Harbor, WA 98335. (253) 858-6800 richardpatricklaw.com

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A New Look at Finances SEEK TO BALANCE “RISK TOLERANCE” AND “REQUIRED RISK” FOR YOUR INVESTMENTS.

THIS ARTICLE WAS WRITTEN BY EDWARD JONES FOR USE BY YOUR EDWARD JONES FINANCIAL ADVISOR, ERIN ABRIGO. Like everyone else, you have financial goals. To help achieve these goals, you may need to invest — and when you invest, you’ll need to take on some risk. But the more you understand this risk, and the better you are at managing it, the greater your potential for staying invested for the long term.

• Risk tolerance — Your risk tolerance is essentially your comfort level with taking risk. For example, if you have a high tolerance for risk, you may be comfortable investing aggressively. Conversely, if you tend to be risk-averse, you might lean more toward more conservative investment vehicles that offer greater protection of principal.

• Required risk — While the term “required risk” may sound odd, it is actually an integral component of your ability to invest successfully. Basically, your required risk is the level of risk necessary to help you achieve your investment goals.

As you invest, you’ll need to balance these two aspects of risk. For example, what might happen if you have a low risk tolerance, leading you toward “safer,” low-growth investments, but your goal is to retire early? For most people, this goal requires them to invest in vehicles that offer significant growth potential, such as stocks.

And, as you know, investing in stocks entails risk — specifically, the risk that your stocks will lose value. So in this situation, your risk tolerance — the fact that you are risk-averse — is going to collide with your required risk level, the amount of risk you are going to need to take (by investing in stocks) to achieve your goal of early retirement.

When such a collision occurs, you have two choices. First, you could “stretch” your risk tolerance and accept the need to take on riskier investments in exchange for the growth potential you will require. Your other choice is to stay within your risk tolerance and adjust your ultimate goal — which, in this example, may mean accepting a later retirement date.

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Obviously, this is a personal decision. However, you may have more flexibility than you might have imagined. For instance, you might feel that you should be risk-averse because you have seen so many fluctuations in the financial markets.

But if you have many decades to go until you retire, you actually do have time to recover from short-term losses, which means you may be able to reasonably handle more volatility. On the other hand, once you’re retired, you won’t have as many years to bounce back from market downturns, so you’ll have less “risk capacity” than you did when you were younger.

In any case, by balancing your risk tolerance and your required risk level — and by understanding your risk capacity — you can be better prepared to take the emotion out of investing.

Erin R. Abrigo is a financial advisor for Edward Jones.

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The Tiny Home Movement

This month is all about new beginnings and so it is that I pose a question to you: if all of us look deeply into our hearts, what is the most important part about the place each of us calls “home”?

For me, home is about the relationships that are facilitated under my roof. Home is my family, my friends, and connection to others. Home is about being understood, accepted, loved and having the opportunity to give love, understanding, and acceptance. In other words, the concept of home is more about strong and loving relationships.

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However, I freely admit that most families like mine would have a very difficult time packing their entire lives into 161 square feet. Fortunately, most tiny home companies have much larger options. I have seen some tiny homes that are closer to 1,000 square feet. The key is, these homes are built to maximize every inch of space within them. Surprisingly, when an architect is mindful of using every inch of space and also create many spaces that serve multiple purposes, living in a tiny home makes sense.

About four years ago, I came across the tiny house movement and have been a fervent enthusiast ever since. Since I was first introduced to the idea of living large in a small space, several companies that build tiny homes have made a name for themselves.

But more importantly, these homes are affordable, and they cater to those who do not want to be saddled with a 30-year mortgage. For most of us with young families, the largest expense in our budget is usually the mortgage. Tiny

The roof under which all this love and connection is possible is important. But, the roof is not to be confused with the connections themselves. Since it is ultimately those loved ones and friends around us who can make us feel most ‘at home.’

Tiny Facts The typical small or tiny house is around 100-400 square feet. Tiny Houses come in all shapes, sizes and forms but they focus on smaller spaces and simplified living.

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For example, a company named Tumbleweed Homes manufactures a beautiful home that is only 161 square feet. Contained within 161 square feet buyers will find a bathroom with toilet and shower and a kitchen with refrigerator, stove, and microwave. The home also contains a living room, a small bedroom, and a sleeping loft upstairs.

Tumbleweed’s Homes are built with the ability to easily go off the grid. Buyers can fit them with solar panels, rainwater collectors, and composting toilets.

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homes provide a viable alternative to overextending one’s monthly budget. These homes provide an opportunity to own a home free and clear, which has the potential to create more financial security for families. When families feel more secure financially, there are all kinds of positive trickle down effects.

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• Two out of five tiny home owners are over 50 years of age • Tiny home owners are twice as likely to have a Master’s degree • Around 70% of tiny home owners have no mortgage

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The Edmonds Senior Center A BEEHIVE OF ACTIVITY WITH A PLACE FOR FUN, SHOPPING, AND MEETING NEW FRIENDS. PHOTOS COURTESY EDMONDS SENIOR CENTER.

BY BETH BOND.

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Every day holds opportunities for having fun adventures and meeting new friends. But, sometimes it’s nice to be reminded of the opportunities for adventure, companionship and learning all in our own backyard.

For example, where can you take a class in jewelry making, brush up on your Spanish, and take the bus with your friends to the casino?

Well, the Edmonds Senior Center offers all that and more! Their beautiful waterfront property was deeded to the city in 1973. And, it has been a source of civic pride for the community and a haven for local seniors ever since.

Monday through Saturday doors open at 9am, when Elsie Krueger, a regular of 13 years, starts

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the big urn of coffee and sets out the fresh, warm cookies. Char Lueger comes in from her home in Everett and begins the preparations for the daily hot lunches. She has done this for 8 years and plans for 40 hot lunches every day. She is also responsible for the five major big dinner celebrations the center provides: Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years, Easter and Mother’s Day. The Thrift Shop, which adjoins the center at 220 Railroad Avenue, opens their doors at 10am.

Barbara Halseth has been manager since 2007, with a trained staff of regulars that receives all donations and prices each item for placement on the sales floor.

Alice or Ray are regulars at the cash register and will ring up your selections from wardrobe essentials like shoes, dresses,

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C O M E F O R T H E V I E W. suits or jackets to crystal glasses or small appliances. Of course, when the men come in, they gravitate to the row of automobile accessories, garden tools, and sports paraphernalia. The thrift shop is a good place to select costumes, or special event clothes like Hawaiian or Western wear. So, come and shop when you drop off that bundle of gently used discards. The thrift shop provides the senior center with 25% of its operating budget.

Farell Fleming who has been the executive director of the senior center from 2001 to 2007 and again from 2010 to the present, tells me that although the center has been in operation since 1967, it was officially deeded to the City of Edmonds by a HUD grant in 1973. The grant stipulates that the property must be used for seniors. The special relationship shared by the city and the senior center, will hopefully pave the way to an expansion in 2017.

In addition to the variety of specialty classes that the center offers, there is an exercise class that meets weekly, and regulars for poker and bingo. Or, how about, “no-fear” painting, beginning computers, woodworking, quilting or ceramics to strike your fancy this winter?

By joining with Parks and Recreation the center will create a community center for everyone, with doors that open from 8AM to 10PM all year long. Farrell continues to be a charismatic leader and a staunch supporter at the helm of the Edmonds Senior Center, now and in its future role. And, I have it on good authority that Farrell has been known to buy a shirt or sweater from the thrift shop.

If you or your friends are new to the area, or just haven’t got around to finding things to do, then this is the place to meet people, learn a new skill and make some new friends. Why not drop in for that hot lunch, sit at that table with three soon-to-be friends and enjoy that beautiful panoramic view of the Edmonds harbor? Often there is one of our regulars, “tickling-the-ivories” with some of your old favorite songs.

You do not have to be a member to enjoy the many activities of the center. The friendly gals at the front desk will hand you a menu and the newsletter of what’s happening this week. But, after a few weeks of events, most people feel the $25 membership dues is a bargain in discounts for activities and having the newsletter sent to your home.

Stay for the friendships.

Like all non-profits, the center relies on financial donations from membership dues and gifts. And of course, from the material goods donated to the thrift shop. The smooth, successfully running day to day operation of the center, the social activities, classes and parties is due entirely to the dedicated volunteers.

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OLD BECOMES NEW AGAIN Video production and transfer of 8mm films, still images, and audiotapes for keepsakes.

By Sarah Polyakov. Photo by John Towey.

Memories. We spend a lot of time trying to preserve them. But as technology evolves exponentially, it becomes more difficult.

In the past there were many choices when it came to finding a service to transfer your films and videos to DVD, but many of those places have closed.

Fortunately, Towey Productions, owned by Dan Towey, remains in business and can help you hold onto those precious memories.

Serving Edmonds and the surrounding Seattle area, Dan’s background is in broadcasting and broadcast engineering. After deregulation in the broadcasting industry some 25 years ago, Dan began transferring photos, slides, videos, and old films onto DVD for families, making them easy to view. Dan also produces CD and DVD keepsake products with personalized text or even a photo on the disc.

“I meet a lot of great people,” said Dan of his work both past and present. He was a communications major at Washington State University and went on to work at Channel 7 as the executive producer for Wayne Cody and Steve Rable. Dan also helped launch KZOK onto the air in Seattle where he performed demographic research. Before starting his own business, Dan worked for ten years with Seattle radio legend Pat O’Day, as a DJ and music director.

Admittedly, it can be a bit scary turning over your memories to someone. But Dan is not a large warehouse where the possibilities of loss or damage are great. He works with his customers one on one. Dan uses the most advanced technology to transfer your decades full of memories. He values the importance of family images, and he takes photo and slide restoration and digitization very seriously.

When it comes to 35-millimeter slides, Dan uses a top-of-the-line Nikon scanner, a glass free product that provides distortion-free images. He uses a multi-step process to restore images. This results in the highest-grade image that includes color correction and is free of pixelation issues. For all still images, Dan scans his materials between two and six megabytes and this results in the highest quality image that is technologically possible. Dan can digitize and preserve all of your family photos, slides, videos, and even music of all formats.

bring your still photos to life by creating a multimedia DVD product. After photos are scanned, an audio track containing voice and music can be added, and finally, Dan can visually pan or zoom over the images so that it comes to life.

Dan takes customer service seriously and makes every effort to earn his client’s trust. Whenever he begins a project, he works in his studio, right across the desk from customers. At that point he gathers all of the details and provides examples of his prior work. Dan also prides himself on being able to get projects back to clients in a very short time. Many times he is able to turn around a project in only two to three days, or less depending on circumstance.

Dan welcomes you to visit his website and learn more about the services he has to offer you and your family. Dan welcomes your phone call at: 253.906.8395.

In addition to preserving memories of your past, Dan is also ready to videotape and produce a professionally finished film that documents those magical moments that occur once or twice in a lifetime. His video production services include weddings, receptions, special presentations, short commercials, graduations, celebrations of life, and so much more. Dan can

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IN FOCUS THE POWER OF PERCEPTION

Eric Bolstad demonstrates that living successfully requires only a change in perception. By Sarah Polyakov.

The New Year is all about fresh starts, and usually, we are the ones who initiate them.

Then, there are the occasional times when fresh starts find us. Sometimes we welcome the unexpected because we perceive it as a change for the good; and other times, we feel blind-sided.

When an event happens that we have not put into our five year plan, those are the times in life that are defining moments. Those are the sometimes alarming stretches within our lives when we must make a choice, and the choice we make can determine whether or not we sink or we swim.

In one man’s case, he was faced with the prospect to sink or swim, to let go or to press on, quite literally. Eric Bolstad, owner of Absolute Mortgage in Edmonds, experienced a pivotal moment when he was a senior at Washington State University. It happened quite unexpectedly, during a riverside BBQ where he was meeting with his friends and fraternity brothers.

Eric dove into the river, just as he had done for four years prior, but murky water concealed a tree stump just below the waterline and out of sight. His head hit the concealed tree stump with such force that vertebrae C5 and C6 in his spinal cord were irrevocably injured due to a compression fracture.

For a moment, Eric found himself floating in the river, still and unable to move. Through it, Eric remained calm; and during it all he neither inhaled water nor lost consciousness. As he waited for his fraternity brothers to pull him from the river, he recounted that surprisingly, he never felt a sense of alarm, all the while aware that he was unable to move or swim.

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TOP RIGHT Scenic photo of Edmonds Pier.

Instead, at that moment, he felt enveloped in serenity and peace and this sustained him. He recounted that it was a feeling that he has never felt before or since, which he attributes to a higher power. While such an event could have ended the lives of others, for Eric, this event was just the beginning.

But, the most surprising event of all was and continues to be his perception of that defining event, even though Eric remains paralyzed. Although Eric’s accident was not of his own making, he still perceived it as an opportunity to learn. And it was that perception that carried him through.

“I never went through a situation where I asked why me? Instead, I lived with a sense of gratitude.

I am the type of guy who puts my head down and gets to work. That attitude has allowed me to never have to miss out on things and to move forward,” Eric recently recounted.

Some of the important lessons Eric had learned during his childhood served as a solid foundation to form his approach to life and to tackle the unthinkable. “The smartest person I have ever met was my father. He gave me this very important lesson and said to learn more from the things

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They say that perception creates reality; indeed we can create our own realities by the perceptions that we choose.

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you do wrong than the things you do right.

Because we can always learn from those types of things.”

Early on, Eric realized that in every experience there is an opportunity to learn. We can use each experience to carry us higher. Just like the eagle that uses severe winds to lift itself higher, we can use unexpected events to carry us higher as well. The storms in life will eventually touch all of us, but each of us has the opportunity to choose if we are lifted higher or grounded.

So it was that Eric began the seven month road to rehabilitation. While he recovered in Harborview and the University of Washington medical center in Seattle, his fraternity brothers were busy retrofitting his room. Eric was determined to use this event for the good. “I had gone nearly four years (to college) when I had my accident. It was important to go back and get that degree.”

Defining Moment When an event happens that we have not put into our five-year plans, those are the times in life that are defining moments.

When he returned, his fraternity brothers rallied around him and took turns being his caretakers. Eric finished his degree and realized it was time to delve deeper. In the years since, he has viewed success as his only option. “When I had my accident, that led

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me to find out who I am and to be the best possible person,” said Eric.

But, for many of us, persisting in the face of adversity may be easier said than done. Nonetheless adversity does not remove the personal power that cannot be taken away from us; the power of choice and perception. In Eric’s case, his perception of his situation literally made a difference in his entire world. He noted, “Every single person in life has some kind of tragedy or cross that they bear. But, mine is more visible. No matter who you are, when you wake up in the morning you have a chance to be happy or to be sad. You get what you put out there and it’s easier to be happier.”

Eric brings this attitude to everything that he does, and it is especially evident in the way that he has founded and managed his own company, Absolute Mortgage. “Our tagline is to be transformational rather than transactional. Most businesses are run by the bottom line; whereas if we can transform the individual, that in turn transforms the company and we are on a path toward positive growth.” Eric also uniquely believes that niceness is a pivotal quality. He perceives kindness as a real strength since it takes much thought and

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While such an event could have ended the lives of others, for Eric, this event was just the beginning.

self-control to be consistently kind, no matter what the situation.

Aligning people’s personality with the direction with his Absolute Mortgage is also important to Eric. “When you want to lead, you need to create a vision that everyone buys into. As a leader it is very important to get to the individual and to ask them what is your why?” In mapping out the dreams and goals with each employee, Eric believes that he is able to ensure that each person meets their goals while creating a benefit for the greater good. Eric’s company philosophy where he strives to serve the greater good trickles down into every aspect of his business.

model of our company is to put locations in tight, neighborhood communities where we can become a part of the community in both business and positive social programs that will benefit the community. Our branch manager and the majority of her staff have lived in Edmonds and have beeninvolved in the community for years. This gave us an opportunity to place a branch in the community they enjoy being such a part of ”.

It is from kindness that Eric has formed the vision for Absolute Mortgage. “I have two expectations for people in my company: that is to be nice and to tell the truth. From those two behaviors, everything serves as a foundation for what you want to build.” This is also evidenced in his four core values, which are uniquely complementary: Teamwork, Empowerment, Positivity, and Excellence.

These things serve as a foundation for growth and create a type of integrity that touches the lives of his customers in Edmonds as well.

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They say that perception creates reality; indeed we can create our own realities by the perceptions that we choose. Eric Bolstad leads by example and shows us through tremendous grace that one can thrive in all situations.

Whatever life may bring, the choice in how to respond is always ours. In the coming year and whatever it may bring, what will you choose?

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Edmonds’ ArtWalk CELEBRATING ART IN EDMONDS.

BY MELODY KNAGGS-VANHORN. Discover, celebrate, and embrace art! Every month merchants, neighbors and friends gather in downtown Edmonds as they discover the magic of art. Local galleries, businesses and restaurants have joined together to present the amazing works of numerous artists from our area while offering visitors a chance to see what makes each business a unique and vibrant part of the community. You’re invited to join the Edmonds ArtWalk as it continues to highlight the amazing qualities of our town.

Over the years Edmonds’ ArtWalk has grown to become one of the largest in the state due to the participation of multiple businesses in downtown Edmonds that are helping to bring in large groups of people from the

The Edmonds ArtWalk is held every month on the third Thursday from 5-8pm.

surrounding communities. Founded in 2002

by Manya Vee and Jeff Stilwell, their dream was to present an opportunity for everyone to enjoy a large selection of art on a regular basis.

The idea was to not only create an area for artists to show and sell their work to the community but to also give visitors the chance to discover the wonderful downtown merchants and services provided by the town. Now, with a growing assortment of fun events and activities, you will always find something new as you engage your creative mind.

The Edmonds ArtWalk is held every month on the third Thursday from 5-8pm. Over 40 galleries, restaurants, and businesses host local and regional artists in a celebration of art while helping to cultivate local vitality in our community. Visitors can enjoy numerous types of art including music, dance, theatre, writing, performance, culinary, and fine arts.

To learn more about the ArtWalk and the participating businesses please visit www.edmondsartwalk.com.

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January 9 - Ahn Trio. Born in Seoul, Korea and educated at the Juilliard in New York City, the members of the Ahn Trio are constantly redefining the art and architecture of chamber music.

Come enjoy their musical performance at Edmonds Center for the Arts at 7:30pm.

Visit www.edmondscenterforthearts.org for more information.

SHOWS/MUSIC/ARTS January 15 - Martha Redbone Roots Project. Edmonds Center for the Arts presents Martha Redbone, an Independent Music Awardwinning musician of Cherokee, Choctaw, Shawnee and African- American descent. Since bursting onto the scene at the 2002 Native American Music Awards, she has established a solid history of performing, educating, and mentoring across Native North America and in some cases abroad.

Visit www.edmondscenterforthearts.org for more information.

January 17 - Judith Works . Edmonds Bookshop welcomes local author Judith Works and her first novel, City of Illusions at 12pm. For more information you can visit edmondsbookshop.com.

January 19 - Hamlet. Cascade Symphony Orchestra presents Hamlet at the Edmonds Center for the Art. A pre-concert lecture will take place at 6:30pm with Dave Beck. Visit www.edmondscenterforthearts.org for more information.

January 23 - Quincy Jones & Ray Charles on Jackson St. Seattle Repertory Jazz Orchestra salutes the groundbreaking jazz of the 1940’s on Seattle’s Jackson Street, where Ray Charles and Quincy Jones got their starts. Joining SRJO is vocalist Reggie

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January 24 - Marc Cohn. After winning a Grammy for his soulful ballad “Walking in Memphis”, Marc Cohn solidified his place as one of this generation’s most compelling singer/songwriters, combining the precision of a brilliant tunesmith with the passion of a great soul man. He will be performing at the Edmonds Center for the Arts at 7:30pm.

Visit www.edmondscenterforthearts.org for more information.

Engels Pub Visit the best blues pub in the Northwest Live Blues Music every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday nights starting at 8pm

Edmonds Center for the Arts 1/09 - Ahn Trio 1/15 - Martha Redbone Roots Project

Goings and Hammond B-3 organist Delvon Lamarr, who will rock the sound of Ray Charles at 8pm in the Edmonds Center for the Arts. Visit www.edmondscenterforthearts.org for more information.

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1/19 - Hamlet 1/23 - Quincy Jones & Ray Charles on Jackson St 1/24 - Marc Cohn 1/30 & 31 - Edmonds Comedy Night 2015

Now through January 4 - The Science of Ripley’s Believe It or Not. The Science of Ripley’s Believe It or Not!® at Pacific Science Center presents an expansive collection of intriguing objects and astonishing artifacts from Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Go places you’ve never imagined and explore the real science behind the extraordinary. Visit www.pacificsciencecenter.org for more information.

January 10 - Olaf Celebrates Winter. It’s snowing stories, science experiments and crafts in the Edmonds Library at 2pm. Ages 4 and up are welcome to join in the fun.

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January 17 - Starlight Beach Walk. Join Edmonds Discovery Programs and the WSU Snohomish County Extension Beach Watchers for a low tide beach walk under the stars. Bring a flashlight, and dress for the weather on this wintry evening. Meet at the Olympic Beach Visitor Station where you’ll explore the beach as the tide goes out, and then return to the Visitor Station for some hot beverages to take the chill off!

January 10, 24 - Reading with Rover.

Read aloud to a loving canine listener at the Edmonds Library from 11am-12pm.

The literacy program, Reading with Rover, helps kids strengthen reading skills and improve reading confidence. For schoolage children with a caregiver.

January 10 - An Exploration of Botswana. Fish Biologist and Acappella Safaris tour leader, Dan Eastman, will share Botswana’s amazing places and wildlife with you as well as introduce you to the voracious tiger fish that follow a migration of catfish in the Okavango’s panhandle. Stunning imagery of animals you would hope to see in Africa - lions, leopard, elephants, giraffe, etc., will be presented

January 10 - Trekking in the Himalayas. Ever wanted to go trekking in Nepal but don’t know where to start? Come hear Pam Perry of Grand Asian Journeys and a seasoned trekking veteran and Sheri Goodwin of Transformational Journeys, talk about what you need to do to prepare for a Himalayan mountain adventure. Visit www.savvytraveleredmonds.com for more information.

along with those less seen beneath the surface of the Okavango Delta.Visit www.savvytraveleredmonds. com for more information.

January 17 - LEGO Slam! Build your best with LEGO® creation at the Edmonds Library at 2pm.

Open session for creating by yourself or with a building buddy. Bring the whole family! For ages 5 and up.

January 17 - Bhutan. A mysterious Himalayan kingdom, Bhutan is a serene place where Buddhism is the essential fiber interwoven throughout daily life. Intense storms in these dramatic mountains gave Bhutan its name which means “Land of the Thunder Dragon.” Come learn about this unique country and get a sensory immersion into the cultural and artistic spirit of Bhutan. Visit www.savvytraveleredmonds. com for more information.

January 21-25 - Washington Sportsmen’s Show.

Outdoor fun and adventure for the entire family returns as the 28th annual sets up camp at the Puyallup Fair and Events Center. Fishing, hunting, boating and camping enthusiasts will find a big lineup of attractions that will keep you going all day long.

Show hours are 12-8pm Wednesday through Friday,

Volunteer Travel January 24 - Volunteering while touring is one of the fastest growing segments of the travel industry.

Why? Come find out at this interesting seminar put on by the always entertaining and meaningful speaker Christine Mackay, founder of the local non-profit tourism organization Crooked Trails. Chris will share her stories of volunteering around the world and give you plenty of advice about what to look for in your volunteer experience and why this kind of travel is so fulfilling. Visit www.savvytraveleredmonds.com for more information.

January 24 - Jeanne Matthews. Edmonds Bookshop welcomes back author Jeanne Matthews! Her new Dinah Pelerin mystery, Where the Bones Are Buried, is to be published January 6, 2015! We are thrilled to be so early on her tour!

For more information you can visit edmondsbookshop.com.

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January 15 - Edmonds Art Walk. Celebrated as an arts community, Edmonds offers one of the best art walks in the Puget Sound area that provides an opportunity to meet local artists, browse through galleries, and enjoy the warm hospitality of downtown merchants. Enjoy a stroll and discover a wealth of exciting local artwork as participating merchants host an artist and their artwork. The place to be on third Thursdays is downtown Edmonds from 5 to 8 pm! Visit www.edmondsartwalk.com for more information.

10am-8pm on Saturday and 10am-4pm on Sunday.

For more information visit www.thesportshows. com/shows/washington.

his clients. This year’s program will include some of the natural sites of China as well as remote interesting areas now opened up to tourism.

Visit www.savvytraveleredmonds.com for more information.

January 24 - Turkey. Wildland Adventures’ founder, Kurt Kutay, who is of Turkish heritage, will share stories from their travels walking through January 10 - How to Take Istanbul, hiking and hot air Great Travel Photos. Jim ballooning in Cappadocia, Nilsen and Magrit Baurecht visiting an Imam at a mosque Nilsen of Photography Travel near Konya, staying with a village family in the Taurus Tours will present a talk and Mountains, and cruising slideshow on some of the in a traditional gulet along photographic highlights of the Turquoise Coast to Tuscany, Venice, Cinque Terre, reach the ancient Roman the Dolomites, Provence, city of Epheses. Visit www. savvytraveleredmonds.com Croatia, and Slovenia. Join for more information. them for this informative

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UPCOMING EVENTS February 6 - The Roaring Twenties Banquet. You are cordially invited to the Edmonds Chamber of Commerce Annual Banquet as they celebrate the accomplishments of 2014 and envision 2015. The event features fine food, music and dancing!! This years theme is “The Roaring Twenties” and there are only 200 tickets available so RSVP and purchase your tickets today!

For sponsorship opportunities contact Greg Urban at 425-3327368 or greg@edmondswa. com.

talk and learn some tips from January 30, 31 - Edmonds the pros on how to create Comedy Night 2015. Eighth annual comedy event to stunning photographs. Jim and benefit Terrace Park PTA Magrit will also share some and other Edmonds School of their favorite small towns District PTA Organizations. and villages, where to stay and February 7 - May 25 - Pompeii: This year Terrace Park eat, and the best time of the The Exhibition. Experience Elementary PTA is excited Pompeii before and after the to be offering two nights of year to visit them. Visit www. epic eruption 2,000 years ago. comedy featuring nationally savvytraveleredmonds.com for Imagine the moment their touring comedians; with world vanished and discover more information.

MC Kermet Apio, featured the miraculous artifacts comedians Cory Michaelis, unearthed since.

Witness Nathan Brannon and Susan the final moments of those entombed in ash – Rice this will be an amazing night of comedy. Visit including the largest collection of body casts ever www.edmondscenterforthearts.org for more presented at the Pacific Science Center. Visit www. information. pacificsciencecenter.org for more information.

January 31 - Old and New China. Dave Bruels owner of Interlake China Tours of Seattle has been traveling to China for the past 26 years. He has seen the dramatic changes first hand during his 50+ trips to the far corners of China and Tibet during his on-site research trips. He has just returned from his 8th cruise on the beautiful Yangtze River which he highly recommends to all

February 13 - Lady Day and the Blues. This onewoman concert is performed by gifted vocalist/ entertainer Stacie Calkins, accompanied by a live 5-piece jazz ensemble. The performance will take place at the Black Box Theatre at 8pm. Tickets are available at www.blackboxedcc.org.

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COVER STORY TAKE POSITIVE ACTION Climate change is affecting both the health and financial livelihood of Puget Sound.

By Sarah Polyakov.

“This we know, our world is changing faster and more dramatically than ever before. As a parent and as a grandparent, I cannot consciously accept the dangers of climate change for my family or yours.”

Washington State Governor, Jay Inslee When many hear the phrases climate change or global warming, they think in terms of melting icebergs and global impacts that they believe are centuries away. There are others who tune out completely and believe climate change is a partisan issue being used to further certain political agendas. Finally, there are those, male and female, Democrat and Republican, who review the facts and recognize the very real current impacts to both our local and global economies.

Joseph Romm, PhD, likens climate change to a baseball player breaking records. Dr. Romm keenly observes, “Like a baseball player on steroids, our climate system is breaking records at an unnatural pace” (yearsoflivingdangerously. com). Climate change might be like a baseball player on steroids, but in baseball, there are winners as well as losers. But, with climate change, there are only losers.

On the surface, it might appear that climate change would require people to move to higher ground, as the polar icebergs melt since that is a very obvious global change to observe and forecast. But, it’s the changes that are not as easily observable that have the potential to cause

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the most disruption and in fact could end up being the most deadly.

Let’s take a look at ocean acidification due to climate change. For millions of years, our oceans have had a stable pH balance, which has created the perfect environment for sea life and has permitted aquatic life of all kinds to thrive. However, because of climate change due to carbon emissions, the pH balance in our oceans is being affected. As a result, our oceans are becoming more acidic due to too much dissolved CO2. While at the outset, it may not be obvious what type of effect this will have since a change in ocean pH is not visible to the naked eye. Oceanographers and marine biologists have found a very pernicious domino effect is in the works.

is becoming depleted. But, pteropods don’t only feed salmon; they also feed herrings and other fish species.

Pteropods also serve as a preliminary warning to more things to come since the shells of shellfish are made up of the same material. If left unchecked, some scientists forecast that the entire food web in our oceans might collapse.

Miyoko Sakashita, oceans director at the Center for Biological Diversity, noted, “The science is in, and it says the Northwest’s stretch of ocean, and all the marine life it supports, is in trouble.

Washington may also be a warning beacon for

state economy and host several thousand jobs.

Derek Kilmer (D) and Jaime Herrera Beutler (R), both Washington state Representatives, have recognized climate change is a nonpartisan issue and are partnering together to make a difference.

Derek Kilmer, who is currently serving in Congress, believes addressing climate change and ocean acidification is a moral imperative.

During a short break from Congress, he spoke to me unswervingly about the importance of addressing this issue.

“This should not be partisan issue. This is a threat to community, businesses, and jobs.”

Thus, he has encouraged both Democrats and Republicans to join forces. But, Representative Kilmer also brings this issue closer to home, talking to local businesses all along the Washington coast that are impacted by climate change. “This is an issue that matters in so many ways. It’s both a moral and an economic issue. This issue matters so much to our shellfish growers who are dealing in real time with the effects of ocean acidification,” said Kilmer.

Climate change might be like a baseball player on steroids, but in baseball, there are winners as well as losers. But, with climate change, there are only losers.

The issue with ocean acidification is that the shells of various marine creatures have not adapted. So, the shells of creatures such as pteropods are dissolving.

Ocean acidification has already become a real concern for coastal communities right here in Washington state.

“Ocean acidification in Puget Sound was first observed by the shellfish industry. Larval mortalities in select hatcheries and natural set failures in Hood Canal and Willapa Bay over the past five years have created growing alarm over the potential effects of corrosive seawater” (restorationfund.org).

This phenomenon is already affecting salmon fishery yields since this food source for salmon

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the future of our oceans. But it isn’t enough to simply recognize the problem. We have to act, and that means cutting carbon pollution” (skeptcalscience.com).

Not only does this impact our food sources, it also impacts jobs right here at home. Our fishing industry supports around 67,000 jobs and brings millions of dollars in revenue to Washington state. We also have many shellfish growers, some family-owned over generations, that farm oysters, mussels, and clams. Our growers contribute around $250 million to our

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The good news is, on May 22, 2014, Republican Congresswoman Jaime Herrera Beutler and Democratic Congressman Derek Kilmer introduced a bill titled the Ocean Acidification Innovation Act, which would permit federal agencies to leverage existing funds targeted toward managing, researching, and monitoring ocean acidification and the ongoing challenges that it creates.

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“Both our Navy and our Defense Department have identified climate change as a threat multiplier,” said Kilmer. “The effects of climate change will cause both food shortages and large populations to be displaced, which will lead to global instability.” A healthy ecosystem is a gift that is not to be squandered. If it is squandered, all of us find ourselves at a disadvantage. It’s clear that ocean acidification is an issue that affects Puget Sound and could create a cascade of negative repercussions that affect areas beyond our waters.

Yet, not all is lost. Each of us has the opportunity to either begin or to renew our dedication to being stewards of Puget Sound and the planet.

Now that a new year has arrived, this is the perfect time to envision today’s long-term effects on our oceans and to figure out what legacy we want to leave to future generations. Now is the time to stand with our Governor and our state Representatives and refuse to accept the dangers of climate change by taking positive action both to lessen global CO2 levels and reverse ocean acidification.

FAR LEFT Fisherman might be affected by rising levels of CO2. Photo

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BELOW Large populations of ocean life might be displaced as an effect of climate change.

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S SHOP IN STYLE

The Best Local Shopping

Shop Local MAKE THIS ONE OF YOUR NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS.

BY PATTY HUTCHENS.

It’s a New Year and a time to make those ever-popular resolutions! While many of us make the typical New Year’s resolutions - live a healthier lifestyle, live according to our budget, and take more time for our friends and family - this year I would like to challenge you to make a different and unique resolution that will not only benefit you, but also your community.

When one chooses to shop in his or her locally owned stores, they are not only saving themselves time by not travelling to other destinations, but they likely are also saving money. Traveling out of town for your shopping needs requires the cost of gas, time away from home or work and, depending upon where you go, could also mean a higher sales tax. If you are an Internet shopper, you may save time, but not always money. After all, those shipping costs can quickly add up.

For many, it is easy to make excuses. “I don’t have time to go shopping; it’s much easier to go online and get my shopping done.” Or “I can do all my shopping in one place (a big box store), so it’s really more convenient.”

But the truth is that where we shop, where we eat and where we choose to recreate all go towards making our community a home. Our locally owned, unique businesses are an integral part of the distinctive character of our community and help boost our local economy.

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By supporting the locally owned businesses, you will also do much to ensure that products that meet your needs will be more readily available, resulting in innovation and low prices over the long term. After all, a multitude of small businesses, each selecting products based not on a national sales plan but on their own interests and the needs of their local customers, guarantees a much broader range of product choices.

As we enter 2015 why not make a resolution to do as much of your shopping locally as possible.

The benefits to your community are many.

Small business owners are known for their contributions to the many non-profit agencies that in turn help our friends, neighbors and colleagues. Statistics show they are two and half times more likely to do so than the large chain stores. Small business owners are the ones who take the money they earn and reinvest it into their community with their own purchases of goods and services. Can the same be said for the “big box” stores? By shopping at locally owned stores you are not only helping to stimulate the local economy, but you may likely be helping other people in the community who rely upon several of our non-profits during the down times in their lives. Shop Local in 2015!

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WORTH THE TRIP Enjoy a nice day of shopping at the brightly lit stores in the downtown Edmonds shopping district!

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Vintage Denim. The oldest known pair of Levi’s jeans were found in 1997 and were 100 years old. Jeans were first colored with indigo because darker color better hides the dirt.

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Phone (cell): 206.909.2400 Phone (office): 425.678.0053 Office Fax: 425.835.0372 Email: jerry@jpickar.com

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Start 2015 off right!

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Tips to Keep You Healthy

The Problem With Plastic PLASTIC BOTTLES POSE MORE PROBLEMS THAN JUST TAKING UP SPACE IN LANDFILLS.

BY SUSAN HOFFMAN.

Many of us believe drinking bottled water is the healthy alternative to city tap water, but think again. Several recent headlines make us all think about the alleged benefits of bottled water. Consider the following recent headlines: “The Negative Effects of Using Plastic Drinking Bottles”; or “Bottled Water Poisons Your Body One Swallow at a Time”; and finally, “What’s the Problem with Plastic Bottles?”

Indeed, what is the problem with plastic bottles?

There are a few things to consider in answering this question, but it appears bottled water is not only more expensive than tap water, but research shows bottled water is not a purer alternative to tap water, at least in the United States. In many situations and depending where

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you reside, the tap water may contain dangerous contaminants. So, why is it that bottled water is not safer is these cases? It is because about 40% of bottled water is nothing but bottled and branded tap water; and you probably paid $1.25 for it, contaminants and all!

Then there are issues with energy consumption and needless waste. The Sun Times reported that “it takes over 1.5 million barrels of oil to meet the demand of U.S. water bottle manufacturing.

This amount of oil far exceeds the amount needed to power 100,000 for a year, which does not include fossil fuel and emissions costs of greenhouse gases needed to transport the final product to market.”

Dr. Michael Warhurst noted that, “Bottled water companies are wasting

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resources and exacerbating climate change. Transport is the fastest growing source of greenhouse gas emissions, and transporting water adds to that.” (Independent, 02/12/06).

Then, there is the issue of waste management.

This is a worldwide problem as landfills are growing to enormous sizes. Many of us are simply throwing our bottles in the trash and not recycling. When our landfills are full, many degraded plastic particles end up in the ocean and form a 15,000,000 square mile zone of chemical debris and pelagic plastic known as the Great Pacific Garbage Patch.

On average, around sixty-seven million water bottles are thrown away each day!

But, over-filling landfills and bottles showing up in the ocean are not the only problem. Many people prefer bottled water because it is part of their fitness regime. But, the next time you pick up a plastic water bottle to bring to the gym, think again. While most of us go to the gym to stay fit and to maintain a healthy weight, the plastic in water bottles has been shown to be partially responsible for our country’s obesity epidemic.

But there are even more health dangers of plastic to think about. Dr. Mercola, on his website www.articles.mercola.com, provides a list of chemicals we are all exposed to when choosing bottled water: *Bisphenol A or BPA is an estrogen-mimicking

chemical that is possibly linked to serious health problems such as learning and behavioral problems, altered immune system function, early puberty in girls and fertility problems, decreased sperm count, prostate and breast cancer, and diabetes and obesity. *Phthalates are endocrine-disrupting chemicals linked to reduced sperm counts, testicular atrophy, and liver cancer. *Dioxin is a toxin released into bottled water when it is exposed to the sun which accelerates leaching of the plastic chemicals such as arsenic, aluminum, disinfection byproducts, and finally prescription drugs.

Plastic bottles pose problems for humans, the environment and the animals on our planet. Life in the ocean is impacted daily from debris caused by humans. The tops of plastic bottles are not recyclable and according to the website www. onegreenplanet.org many animal species mistake such objects for food. “One albatross that was recently found dead on a Hawaiian island had a stomach full of 119 bottle caps.”

Purer Source? ...But research shows bottled water is not a purer alternative to tap water, at least in the United States.

BELOW Glass is a great BPA-free alternative.

There are many things you can do to stop being part of the problem while also taking your own health in hand. These actions include: drinking water from glasses; purchasing a water filter pitcher for your desk; purchasing a BPA-free reusable bottle for life on the go; and finally recycling all of the waste that you generate. Do it for your health and also do it for the health of the planet.

Plain bottled waters are little more than purified tap water with a sprinkle of minerals tossed in, which makes the business one of producing bottles and filling them.

RIGHT Drinking water throughout the day helps keep you hydrated, resulting in more radiant skin and a healthier body.

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Beyond Fit

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HIDDEN BENEFITS OF WORKING OUT.

BY SNAP FITNESS. Did you know there are hidden benefits when working out, such as it is good for your brain as well as your body.

We thought we would share some benefits to working out just for that added motivation with those who like to create annual New Year Resolutions.

Better Skin. Sweating it out could help you get your glow on post-workout, too. Your skin is the largest organ in your body. And as we slough off tons of skin cells each day, we need to give our body the right construction materials -- healthy foods, regular exercise, plenty of oxygen -- to rebuild.

Skin also tells the story of what’s going on inside your body. And that means if your body’s natural system is healthy, including the kidneys, liver and spleen, it’ll translate into a healthy looking glow. Those body-sculpting benefits of working out don’t hurt either, now do they?

Healthy Eyes. Here’s a health shocker: moving your feet may have health benefits all the way up to your eyes. According to a recent paper published in the journal Investigative Ophthalmology & Visual Science, regular exercise may be linked to a lowered risk of developing glaucoma. Researchers, evaluating 5,650 men and women between the ages of 48 and 90, found that people who engaged in moderate physical exercise 15 years prior had a 25 percent reduced risk of low ocular perfusion pressure, a risk factor for glaucoma.

“It appears that OPP is largely determined by cardiovascular fitness,” author Paul J. Foster, M.D. Ph.D., of the University College London Institute of Ophthalmology said in a statement. “We cannot comment on the cause, but there is certainly an association between a sedentary lifestyle and factors which increase glaucoma risk.”

(that’s just over 20 minutes a day) reported 65 percent better sleep quality than their more sedentary peers.

“Increasingly, the scientific evidence is encouraging as regular physical activity may serve as a non-pharmaceutical alternative to improve sleep,” study author Brad Cardinal, a professor of exercise science at Oregon State University said in a statement when the findings were released. And that, in turn, could have a whole host of additional benefits, as poor quality sleep has been linked to increases in inflammation, high blood pressure, and increased blood glucose levels in people diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes.

Boosted Immunity. Regular, moderate exercise may help us to stave off colds and other illnesses by upping the body’s defenses against viruses and bacteria. A sedentary person is likely to catch two to three upper respiratory tract infections each year, Huffington Post reported earlier this year, but a moderately active person can cut that number by close to a third.

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There are so many benefits to improve your health and enjoyment of life. Why don’t you think about beginning today?

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Better Sleep. Breaking a sweat during the day may just mean better beauty sleep at night.

According to a large study published last year in the journal Mental Health and Physical activity, people who exercised at a moderate or vigorous level for at least 150 minutes a week

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The Healthy Secret

Some say YES. The human digestive system naturally is home to more than 500 different types of bacteria. These bacteria help keep the intestines healthy, assist in digesting food, and keep our immune systems healthy.

Probiotics are organisms such as bacteria or yeast that have been demonstrated to improve health.

Even though these bacteria are present in the body, they are also available in supplement form as well as in foods such as Greek yoghurt.

ARE PROBIOTICS THE POSSIBLE SECRET TO A HEALTHIER YOU?

Many are touting the benefits of supplementing one’s diets with probiotics. Though the idea of taking live bacteria may seem strange at first, humans have ingested probiotics through the food they eat for thousands of years.

BY SARAH POLYAKOV.

Natural Sources of Probiotics

For several years probiotics have been known to greatly lessen the symptoms of ailments like Crohns disease. But, they have also demonstrated the ability in some research studies to stave off acne, to relieve stress, to assist in weight loss, and to promote overall healthy aging.

Of course, there are natural sources of probiotics that humans have been ingesting for centuries.

Within our digestive system, a healthy balance of friendly bacteria must be present in order for our systems to function optimally. Probiotics work

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to enhance the numbers of good bacteria in our guts and thus stave off digestive diseases such as irritable bowel syndrome.

On the other hand, digestive disorders happen when the balance of friendly bacteria in the intestines becomes disturbed. This can happen after an infection or after taking a strong course of antibiotics. Intestinal problems can also arise when the lining of the intestines is damaged, and taking probiotics may help the intestinal tract to recover.

A recent study in the journal of science showed that people with a healthy body mass index have a different make-up of gut bacteria than people who have a high body mass index. Doctors are researching how to leverage bacteria to develop natural weight management techniques. Some doctors are still encouraging the public to supplement with probiotics to assist in maintaining weight.

In a study where mice were stripped of their essential microbes, they had higher levels of cortisol and altered levels of an essential brain chemical referred to as BDNF. In humans, it has been demonstrated that such circumstances would lead to extreme stress, anxiety, and

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Though the idea of taking live bacteria may seem strange at first, humans have ingested probiotics through the food they eat for thousands of years. perhaps depression. Thus, it has been theorized that supplementing one’s diet with the right probiotic supplement can aid in general stress management.

Of course, there are natural sources of probiotics that humans have been ingesting for centuries. Natural sources include: Greek yoghurt and fermented foods such as tempeh.

There are many probiotic supplements on the market, and it is difficult to sift through all of the information to choose the right one for you. Thus, I recommend criteria to use when choosing a product.

• Make sure that the probiotic supplement you are buying contains live strains of bacteria.

• Look for supplements that contain around 10 billion live organisms. A daily dose of 20 billion live organisms has been demonstrated to be the most effective dose.

• Make sure that you refrigerate your probiotic supplement to ensure that live organisms do not die quickly.

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The Best Local Eats

Scan me for restaurant locations!

Demetris WoodStone Taverna ELEGANT, EDGY, INVITING.

BY PATTY HUTCHENS.

Classy. Excellent food, beer, music and dĂŠcor. Fabulous staff. A perfect patio to enjoy the sun. These are just a few of the things being said about Demetris WoodStone Taverna in the heart of Edmonds located along the waterfront.

Since opening in late 2010, Demetris has been a favorite of many locals and visitors. With an extensive lunch, dinner, happy hour, and Saturday and Sunday brunch menu, there is certainly something for everyone.

Their vast selection of Tapas (small dishes to be shared) includes mouthwatering dishes such as baked feta, spicy garlic shrimp, baked artichoke bottoms, grilled octopus, pulled pork sliders, and chicken lettuce wraps. A favorite of many patrons are the flatbreads, which come prepared with a variety of ingredients such as brie, caramel apples and pecans, as well as bbq chicken, red onion and bacon.

The lunch menu also includes soups, salads and panini, while the dinner menu offers a variety of specialties including grass fed beef hamburger patties, sea scallops and lamb just to name a few.

But it is not just the food that keeps people coming back to Demetris WoodStone Taverna, it is the excellent customer service and the elegant, yet inviting, atmosphere. Offering a beautiful

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view of the water, guests enjoy a breathtaking view while dining on the outdoor deck. While dining or enjoying a cocktail indoors or out, you are treated to views of the ferries traveling to and from the islands. And for those chillier evenings when you still want to be outside, Demetris also provides patio heaters so you can still enjoy the outdoors well into the cooler months.

This unique, edgy restaurant also offers a late night lounge. And although it may be relatively new to Edmonds, the owners of Demetris have been in the business of providing quality food and service for many years. Sofeea Huffman opened the Kafe Neo in Edmonds in March 1991. Eight years later she opened a second Kafe Neo in Marysville. She quickly discovered her food was in high demand, which precipitated her expansion of her Edmonds based Kafe Neo to more than double the size of her original restaurant. With the addition of Executive Chef Clara Gutierrez in 2006, who is now Sofeea’s business partner, Kafe Neo has grown to include locations in Mill Creek Town Center. Today, the business partners now own and operate two full restaurants Tablas WoodStone Taverna in Mill Creek Town Center and Demetris WoodStone Taverna here in Edmonds.

If you have not visited Demetris WoodStone Taverna, be sure you do soon. It may just turn out to be your new favorite restaurant.

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Whether it is gourmet pizza, a freshly made salad or mouthwatering pasta you crave, Portofino Pizza & Pasta is the favorite of many!

Our homemade dough and sauce together with our 100% mozzarella and fresh ingredients are what makes us unique. We have gluten-free crust and a children’s menu, so bring the whole family!

1306 Olympic View Drive | Edmonds, WA | 425.771.4788 portofinopizza.com

local picks!

50’s Burger Bar

Turn back the hands of time and get the best tasting burger around at the same time! But 50’s Burger Bar offers more than just tasty burgers made from local grass-fed beef; they offer hot sandwiches, fish and chips, milkshakes, fries, beer, wine and more! Stop by for the food, and enjoy the experience!

414 Main Street | Edmonds, WA 425.582.0456

Whether you are looking for a small plate to a full meal, Edmonds has plenty of tasty options to choose from. Try something new today!

Did you know that humans are born craving sugar? Maybe that is why chocolate use to be used as a currency. In place of actual currency merchants would accept payment in the form of chocolate. Citizens would also use chocolate to barter with each other while exchanging goods and services.

Demetris Woodstone Taverna

Restaurants with this symbol have public wifi access.

Looking for the best tapas in Western Washington? Look no further than Demetris Woodstone Taverna. Here you will be treated to delectable food, an inviting atmosphere, supreme service and a hospitality that is above and beyond your expectations. Our menu includes fresh seafood, mouth watering flatbreads, and much more.

Join us for lunch, dinner or Sunday Brunch.

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Interesting and True • • • •

Coconut water can be used as blood plasma.

Peanuts aren’t nuts, they’re legumes.

Eating bananas can help fight depression.

Yams and sweet potatoes are not the same thing.

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• Oklahoma’s state vegetable is the watermelon.

• One of the most popular pizza toppings in Brazil is green peas.

• The Dunkin’ Donuts in South Korea offer doughnut flavors such as Kimchi Croquette and Glazed Garlic.

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93% of Americans will eat pizza this month.

Americans eat approximately 100 acres of pizza a day or about 350 slices per second.

There are approximately 61,269 pizzerias in the United States. Each person in America eats about 46 pizza slices a year. Pizzerias are expected to purchase more than $4 billion worth of cheese annually by the year 2014.

We consume around 251,770,000 pounds of pepperonis every year. The most expensive pizza in the world costs $12,000 and takes 72 hours to make.

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Chanterelle

Located in a historic building with water views, Chanterelle’s continues to be the place for locals to gather or treat “out of towners”, meet for a date or perhaps dine alone, or bring the whole family.

Whether it’s to indulge in four courses or just a nibble with a glass of wine or a latte from the espresso bar, visit Chantrelle’s, you will not be disappointed.

316 Main Street | Edmonds, WA 425.774.0650 www.chanterellewa.com

Garlic Jim’s Gourmet Pizza Exceptional pizza without sacrificing service. Garlic Jim’s Famous Gourmet Pizza offers a unique dough that incorporates various ingredients for a savory crust. And our sauce? Made from vineripened tomatoes, this has a fresh flavor that you won’t find in sauces made from paste. Add our 100% mozzarella cheese and you will have a gourmet pizza sure to tantalize your taste buds!

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Rory’s of Edmonds

Within walking distance of the Edmonds-Kingston ferry terminal Rory’s offers a warm, casual dining experience and is a local favorite. Their menu includes Rory’s locally famous baby back ribs, half-pound burgers, fish and chips, pub-style sandwiches, soup and selection of fresh salads. Offering a full service bar, including 25 draft beers.

Rory’s is a must while visiting Edmonds.

105 Main Street | Edmonds, WA 425.778.3433 rorysofedmonds.com

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Anthony’s Beach Cafe $ Edmonds | Seafood | 456 Admiral Way Walnut Street Coffee $ Edmonds | Coffee, Bakery, Soup | 410 Walnut Street Bar Dojo $ Edmonds | Asian, Bistro | Pacific Northwest 8404 Bowdoin Way The Cheesemonger’s Table $$ Edmonds | Gourmet Cheese, Meat & Specialty Items | 203 5th Avenue South Pancake Haus $ Edmonds | Breakfast | 530 5th Avenue South Arnies Restaurant & Bar $$ Edmonds | Seafood, Wine Bar | Pacific Northwest 300 Admiral Way

Lake Forest Bar & Grill Classic American food, high quality ingredients, and affordable prices are what you’ll find at this neighborhood favorite. Fresh local vegetables, organic breads, Northwest caught salmon, and regional beer and wine all adds to the local flavor. Happy hour 7 days a week and open weekends for brunch!

17535 Ballinger Way NE | Seattle, WA | 206.364.1261 lakeforestbarandgrill.com

Fun Fact: Pound cake got its name from its original recipe, which called for a pound each of butter, eggs, sugar, and flour.

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HOT CHIPOTLE CHICKEN DIP An addicting hearty and easy dip- perfect for football!

Brought to you by Litehouse Foods.

It’s almost here. The time that football fans look forward to all year long. The Super Bowl! For most it’s more than just a football game; it’s a time to plan the party of the year. Because many have their eyes glued to the game, and of course those highly anticipated commercials, an array of appetizers is usually the best way to go.

Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Finished in: 35 minutes Servings: 2-8

Gather Ingredients • 1 cup shredded leftover rotisserie chicken • 1/4 cup OPADIPITY by Litehouse™ Chipotle Ranch • 1/4 chipotle or other salsa • 4 oz. Cream Cheese • 2 Tb. Diced green chiles • 1/4 tsp cumin • 2/3 cup Shredded Taco cheese • 2 Tb. Litehouse Instantly Fresh™ Chives • 1/8 cup milk or half and half Put it Together Combine all ingredients in crock pot and heat. Oven: heat in oven proof dish at 350 degrees for 20 minutes until bubbling.

Microwave: Heat on high power for 3 minutes. Stir. Heat for an additional 2-3 minutes until hot. (microwave powers vary).

Yum!

While many of your guests are likely still recovering from the “holiday food hangover” and trying to stick to those recently made New Year’s resolutions, it is likely that they will be looking for some healthier options. But let’s face it, football and parties usually mean an abundance of food. For these reasons, you want to be sure and offer something for everyone.

Dips are usually a perfect appetizer; they can go with your favorite chip or be an accompaniment to a healthier choice of fresh vegetables. Not only that, they are easy to make ahead of time so you are able to focus on more important things before your guests arrive, namely the several hour long pre game show!

Add a healthy kick to your dip while still staying at a low calorie intake.

So whether you are a football fan or just love throwing the Super Bowl party, plan ahead and try some new recipes this year. Who knows, your friends may be so impressed they may just ask you for the recipe!

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A Quiet Slice of Heaven Western Pleasure Guest Ranch. By Colin Anderson.

Modern conveniences have come to define life as we know it. Smart phones and tablets give us access to information anytime and anywhere. While convenient, these devices can distract us from seeing what’s going on right in front of us. They can also block communication among family members leading parents to look for a place to ‘unplug’ when planning their next vacation. Nature is one of the best places to accomplish this. Instead of the stimulation of a large city, you are otherwise surrounded by forests, fresh water, wildlife, and nature’s TV - the campfire. While there are hundreds of campsites and cabins to choose from, few places offer the comfort, seclusion, activities, and experience of Western Pleasure Guest Ranch.

With five generations calling the ranch home since 1940, Western Pleasure Guest Ranch offers its guests a year round look into the everyday life of today’s ranchers. The property is filled with history of the region of Northern Idaho, beautiful views of the Cabinet and Selkirk Mountains, and a friendly staff that boasts incredible knowledge of the area. The property covers 1,100 acres and is adjacent to thousands more, filled with trails, wildlife, sweeping views, and adventure.

The center of the ranch is the beautiful ten thousand square foot grand lodge. The lodge is made from local timber and features six guest rooms, each with a private bath, ideal for couples or those traveling with a young child. The lodge

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includes a recreation room with a pool table and movies, shared great room, and a large loft. Outside you will find a hot tub, basketball court, playground and more. WPGR also offers four cabins for rent. Each is fully furnished, includes a kitchen, bathroom, porch, and wood stove. These cabins offer beautiful views of the meadow where cattle and horses graze and deer, elk, and moose trot by from time to time.

What brings most visitors to the Western Pleasure Guest Ranch are the stars of the show - the horses. There are approximately 50 horses all of which are trained on-site and ideal for inexperienced riders. Professional wranglers will teach you the basics and be your guides as you explore hundreds of acres. During the summer there are morning and afternoon rides including one that takes you to a great swimming hole.

There is also a dinner ride, lessons in the arena, arena games, and more. The children’s program teaches 8 to 18 year olds proper handling. At the end of the week, kids will take part in a live show with demonstrations, awards, and ribbons.

When winter rolls around horse drawn sleigh rides offer a unique experience that ends with dinner and live entertainment. If you prefer to explore on foot, you will find plenty of hiking trails. You can also arrange whitewater rafting and fishing trips, archery and trap shooting, kayaking, and dinner cruises on nearby Lake Pend Oreille.

Western Pleasure Guest Ranch is also able to accommodate large groups. Whether it’s a family

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Valentine Getaway Packages!

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Call for more information! Only 16 miles North East of Sandpoint, Idaho.

your riding skills, explore beautiful country, or simply find a quiet slice of heaven to relax and read a book. For reservations, additional photos, packages and information, visit www.westernpleasureranch.com.

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2015 2015 Bring your friends and family to Edmonds for exciting events and activities!

An Edmonds Kind of 4th July 4, 2015

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David Stern Memorial Golf Classic August 24, 2015

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