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Diving For Moments Of Joy On The Family Vacation Maui. What do you hear when I say that? Rolling waves gently lapping the shores. Whales singing, birds tweeting, carefree laughter. The soft rustle of hula skirts against sweet island music.
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I heard those too, tucked alongside the cacophony of family drama. Phrases like, “Who ate all the popsicles?!” and “I get the boogieboard first!” and “My mask keeps slipping!” (Confession: that last one was me.) Because on our island vacation, we took the kids. And as any athlete—or mother who’s been through the throes of labor pain— will say, you’ve got to endure the agony of defeat before tasting sweet victory. In this case, the search for family togetherness and harmony. Which led my exasperated husband to proclaim, “Listen, there’s no pouting in Maui!” We all laughed. A win! My husband and I just celebrated 20 years of marriage, and if that doesn’t warrant a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Hawaii, I’m not sure what does! Two well-meaning adults, who shall remain nameless, wondered why we’d decided to take the kids along. “Take some time for yourselves, so you can really relax!” they advised, and halfway through the trip we were quietly thinking maybe they had a point. Sigh. But our kids, too, have weathered the ups and downs that define modern family life. I’m not talking about the kind that’s overdramatized on TV. But most of us, if we’re honest, cope with every day annoyances, struggles, stressors, and frustrations punctuated by moments of pure joy that string together suburban life. Trust me, my husband and I are in favor of adult time, and we dash out for dates every chance we get. (Sometimes a trip to Costco by ourselves counts!) In the midst of all this madness we try and remember why we fell madly in love two decades ago, and it seemed fitting to celebrate 20 years with our kids in tow.
So we planned and saved and boarded a plane with high hopes. Surely in Maui, where the sun is really, truly shining every day, we could escape the winter gloom in Seattle and the moods that sometimes matched. The kids would share and get along! They’d thank us every time we took them out to dinner at a restaurant with real tablecloths! They’d link arms and let go of their sibling grievances! Are you laughing yet? A mama can dream, even a seasoned one who knows better! Maui simply provided a luscious, stunning backdrop to the usual every day annoyances. But we did enjoy some really sweet moments. And isn’t that what life is about? Moments of joy and happiness. Like when we all stood shoulder to shoulder, smiling at the whales jumping alongside the boat, waving their majestic tales in greeting. Or when after trying three restaurants with more than an hour wait each, we all cracked up laughing in the car as someone who shall remain nameless (the middle kid) shouted, “Run Forrest, Run!!!” to some unsuspecting jogger as we flew by in our living-large rental car. Or when we watched our big kids body surf for hours, laughing endlessly, helping each other up when they wiped out. And hubby and I wore matching grins as those same kids gave up some precious time on the waves to come to shore and teach our own guppy how ride them herself. So in the end, our dream vacation really was a wonderful collection of moments, and I’m betting those are the one’s we’ll remember. And I didn’t want to leave. But then, there’s no pouting in Maui!! Have an idea, a suggestion or comment? Send an email to: diane. meehl@n2publishing.com; social butterflies—see you on Facebook!
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On the night of the initial interview, I pulled up to the Gatewood’s Glencoe home just as Kristian, husband to Christa and dad to five-year-old Kyan and almost two-year-old Kalle, pulled into the driveway. He opened the garage door as I opened my car door, too. As he began to mentally transition from corporate executive at Proctor & Gamble to suburban family man, I bounded across the threshold of the garage and introduced myself. He responded politely, “Hi, um yes, Christa mentioned that,” and he ushered me farther toward the house. I walked right through the back door of the Gatewoods’ home like I’d run over to borrow sugar.
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I asked Christa Gatewood to drop some names, but she just smiled. Then, I asked her for some grace. With a radio, TV and film degree from Northwestern University, Christa lived and worked in Hollywood for several years before embarking on a successful 10-plus year career as a freelance writer. She could probably turn the “mic” on herself to conduct her own interview and eat me for lunch. But Christa Gatewood isn’t that kind of person. Let me tell you why.
By 2005, something had to give, and it was Christa, “I was listening to ‘Midnight Train to Georgia’ (by Gladys Night and the Pips) one day,” she told me, “and the line, ‘I’d rather live in how world than live without him in mine’ hit me hard. I said to Kris, ‘That’s it. I’m moving!’” A
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Christa left behind the Los Angeles social scene, but kept up her own writing. She began and still continues to work as a freelance writer. To enhance her skills and reconnect with her creative writing, she enrolled in the UCLA Professional Program in Screenwriting Online. She finished writing the second of two screenplays to complete the program just two weeks before Kalle was born, and now is starting the rewrite process. ‘The freelance work keeps my skills up, and it’s something to focus on a couple hours a day,” she said. “I’ve seen a lot of my contemporaries from college do big things in our profession, and I’m eager to get back on track one day particularly in screenwriting, which is my primary aspiration. Even though I still write part-time, my identity now is as a SAHM (stay at home mom), Christa said. Surrendering to the Suburbs The Gatewoods understand big cities: Denver, Baltimore, Los Angeles, Chicago, Cincinnati. Kristian and Christa were both born in large metropolitan cities and together they have lived in and traveled to many others. “We love to travel,” Christa said, and bringing Kyan along became part of the adventure. “He already has a ton of passport stamps.” Even Kalle has her own
There’s something enchanting about the Gatewood family: their love story, their work history the life they are making in the Northwest. Keep reading! A Coast-to-Coast Courtship What started as a chance meeting on the first day of classes one year at Northwestern, grew into the life the two have built together—some of that time spent 2000 miles apart. Following graduation, Kristian was ready to climb the ranks from intern to gainfully employed. At 22 he was already going into his 5th year at P&G working in Chicago. Christa, who had graduated a year earlier, was living the Hollywood life as an assistant (and aspiring screenwriter) in her own version of, The Devil Wears Prada. “I never made it past the assistant level, but loved the social scene as much as the work scene,” she said. But her work scene and his work location caused the two to date long distance for over four years.
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few months later Kristian showed up in LA out of the blue and pulled off a surprise engagement straight out of a fairytale. “He lured me into the Four Seasons in Beverly Hills and surprised me with a very romantic proposal,” she said. The rest of the weekend included a wine-tasting trip to Napa Valley, a “foodie” experience, and an amazing hot air balloon ride. “We enjoyed that weekend and the others we had spend there so much that we decided to get married there,” Christa said. “With a rehearsal dinner at a winery and the reception at the Culinary Institute, everyone had a fantastic time and got to explore the wine country as well. Total wedding win!”
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Suburban, yes. Stereotypical, no. When I stood up to leave, I found that one of my shoes was missing. A playful Kyan held it behind his back. It felt like one of those everyday games that you might play with cousins or aunts and uncles. I felt like I was a part of the family. My bet is that I’m probably not the only one the Gatewoods make feel that way.
And that, as they say, is a “wrap� for Reisha Holton. If you see her around town, please wish her the best as she leaves Plateau Living to focus on her business, Essay Mentors. We offer her our heartfelt thanks and praise for her many contributions. We’re going to miss our favorite southern belle!
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Being transplants can be trying at time, but Christa says, “All the neighbors have become friends,â€? she said. Together with them, the Gatewods are not only becoming involved in the community, but often lead the charge, “Our next door neighbor said, ‘Let’s do a toy and holiday block party,’ and the rest of us were like, ‘Let’s do it!’â€? Christa said, explaining the origins of the now annual Holiday Street of Magical Lights in Glencoe, a division in Trossachs. “We held it one night for two hours and 100 kids showed up and sat on Santa’s lap in our driveway. We filled a whole ambulance with toys and canned good and are already planning for next year,â€? she said, The family is starting a few other traditions that will cement them in the Northwest culture. “Kristin is passionate about running and ran in the Rock-n-Roll Half Marathon last year. His twin sister, her fiancĂŠ, and his older sister and a friend all came here and ran it with him,â€? Christa said, “The plan is to make that a Seattle tradition.â€? The Gatewoods also welcomed any and
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“We have become suburban,� Kristin said. Kalle, an adorable spitfire, and Christa do Stroller Strides together and also participate in other activities such as Kindermusik and Little Gym. Kyan (like Dad) loves to run and participates in Little Kickers now. “He also loves science and doing any experiments at home, including baking, which for him is basically a science experiment,� Christa said. “Kyan also loves reading and writing, and since they are both my passions, I encourage him a lot.� “You know you’re suburban when you find Goldfish in your Michael Kors handbag,� Christa said, laughing. I nodded, relating to my years spend with Cheerios and Goldfish in every seam of my car seat, and nights spent like this one with the Gatewoods: on the floor, at the “witching hour,� as Christa calls it, with kids dancing out what you hope is the last of their infinite energy.
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Name: Toko Age: 7 Parents/Brothers or Sisters: Akiko and Morihiro A Little Bit About Me What are your hobbies, activities or interests? Making my own books, crafting, nature Who do you admire most and why? It’s not the person, but I admire nature because there are most beautiful and complicated shapes and system in nature, that our human never can create. How would you describe your personality? Creative What kind of job would you like to have when you grow up? An astronaut MY FAVORITES • Topic I like to learn about: Science and Nature • Animal: Penguin and Orca • Places to visit in Washington: San Juan Island • Thing to do with my family: Walking in nature, playing board games, going on vacation • Movie: Secret of the Wings • Music: All the songs from the album “Here Comes the Science” by They Might Be Giants • Place to Eat Out: Mod Pizza Issaquah • Sports Teams: Seahawks • Teacher: Miss Burke • TV Show: Clifford
If you could do one thing to change the world, what would it be? I want to let people know that we have to respect nature more. Would you like your child or children to be in an upcoming issue? We’d love to feature them in our monthly kids2kids section! Please email diane.meehl@n2publishing.com and make your kids feel like rock stars.
Name: Ashleigh Mitchell School: Eastside Catholic Age: 16 Years dancing: 12 years Years on dance team: 4 years What do you like most about dance? The choreography? (Do you do your own?) The precision with the team? The actual performance? (For dance team, do you call it a performance? For you, Ashleigh, how would you describe your onstage activity?
I love to dance because it makes me feel confident and it is a great way to express my feelings. One of my favorite parts about Ashley Mitchell dance is learning new choreography and being able to perform it for others but even for myself. Whenever I dance on stage, the dance seems to be over before I know it. But I love being up there with my friends doing what we all love. Most people wouldn’t think of dance as a “sport.” How do you see yourself as an athlete?
Dance is an art. It is how we express ourselves. But I must say, there is nothing easy about ballet class or running through a two-and-a-half minute dance full out without any breaks. We may not lift weights like football players but dancers are so strong, yet we dance effortlessly. Do you have a favorite teacher/mentor/coach? What impact have they had on you and your participation in high school dance, or dance in general?
All of my dance teachers at my studio are my mentors; they all inspire me to push myself to my fullest potential. I know that all of my teachers genuinely care about me, they are my moms and my older sisters and brothers. Whenever I am having a problem, I can always count on them to be there for me.
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What school classes do like best? Why? Do they relate to your dance experiences at all? How do you balance the pressures of practice and academics?
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both of them and I see myself studying them in college. Trying to balance school and school activities with dance is always hard. I had to miss tolo a few weeks ago for a dance competition and it was tough, but I’d rather be dancing.
I am beyond thrilled to be attending Texas Christian University in Fort Worth, TX next fall. TCU has been my dream school since 6th grade and while I will greatly miss my friends and family here in Washington, I am looking forward to all of the opportunities and adventures waiting for me. I hope to major in sports psychology while cheering on the Horned Frogs, joining a sorority, and volunteering with various children’s health organizations.
What one tip would you offer to someone interested in looking to get into dance? What lessons have you learned from dance that you will carry with you for the rest of your life?
Dance is a great place to be able to express yourself without the pressure of what other people think. I love coming to dance and being able to laugh with all my teammates and teachers. A lesson that I have learned through dance is that you won’t get better unless you push yourself, no one can make you better if you don’t want it. If a teacher is telling you everything that should be improved, it shows that they want you to exceed and that they know you have so much potential.
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spends at least three hours a week just working on strength, endurance, and cardio and if you don’t think you’re going to pass out/throw up/die at least once during practice, you probably didn’t work hard enough.
What do you plan on doing after graduating (if a senior) or what else would you like us to know about you?
Do you have a favorite teacher/mentor/coach? What impact have they had on you and your participation in high school dance, or dance in general?
Right now I am a junior, but I plan on dancing through my senior year as well as possibly continuing dance through college. I love to dance and I don’t think I will be able to just quit in a year after I graduate. Dancing on a competition team is a full time commitment and although it may be crazy at times, there is nothing I’d rather be doing.
One of my dance team coaches, Corinne, has been an amazing mentor to me for the past three years. Having a coach that trusts in my dance abilities has made me more confident, both on and off the floor. Corinne and I have a very special bond and I know that will continue even after I graduate.
Name: EmJ Hanaway, Eastlake High School Age: 17 Years dancing: 8 Years on Eastlake Dance Team: 3 State champions in dance category in 2013 & 2014
My favorite class, while not traditional, is leadership. Our class has spent the past year going into depth about concepts such as servant leadership and improving school culture. What I have learned in Leadership is extremely useful to me as captain of the dance team and the ideas taught will be useful to my future, as I hope to be a sports psychologist. I try to stay super organized and get work done early because I’m usually pretty tired by the time practice ends! Something we say in practice is “leave it at the door” - so whatever problems or situations are on your mind, you come into the gym ready to focus on solely dance.
What do you like most about dance? The choreography? The precision with the team? The actual performance?
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All of the eight-hour practices, late-night bondings, heartbreaking injuries, good luck traditions, sprints and full-outs, and giant group hugs culminate into 2 minutes and 30 seconds on a high school gym floor of shared joy between sisters.
Most people wouldn’t think of dance as a “sport.” How do you see yourself as an athlete?
I see dance as a sport and an art. I like to be artistic, but I love that certain routines, especially pom, allow you to display athleticism, precision and technique while wearing your school colors and name—just like a football or basketball team. Our team
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There are the toe tappers and the swayers. The on-the-ball-ofyour-feet bouncers and the fist pumpers. Music demands an emotional response and for these Athletes of the Month, the response is fiery footwork. We wanted to get behind the sequins and bright smiles and understand what motivates these young women to dance the night away. Meet Skyline’s Syrah Gerth, Eastlake’s EmJ Hanaway, and Eastside Catholic’s Ashleigh Mitchell.
Name: Syrah Gerth, Skyline High School Age: 18 Years dancing: 9 Years on dance team: 4 What do you like most about dance?
Dancing has been a way to meet so many new people and pursue a passion of mine. Performing is one of my favorite aspects of dance team! Meeting new people and becoming a family with my team is another huge part of what makes me love dance so much.
What school classes do like best? Why? Do they relate to your dance experiences at all? How do you balance the pressures of practice and academics?
What one tip would you offer to someone interested in looking to get into dance? What lessons have you learned from dance that you will carry with you for the rest of your life?
It’s really never too late to start dancing! I started dancing in fifth grade, taking one ballet class with girls three years younger than me (and a good foot shorter!). But I discovered a true passion for dance and worked every day to be great because I absolutely loved it. There are plenty of girls on my team who had never danced before but became a state champion their first season. It’s all about effort and passion – hard work beats talent when talent doesn’t work hard.
My favorite class is IB History. I love studying how people have interacted with others in the past and find it fascinating. Dance also involves communicating with others although it is in a different way. Dance has helped me to develop time management skills. Dance and school is a balancing act making sure that I have enough of each.
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What one tip would you offer to someone interested in looking to get into dance? What lessons have you learned from dance that you will carry with you for the rest of your life?
Try out many different styles! Every style is extremely different and it is worth it to stick with it. Being able to motivate and unite a group of people around one goal is one of the most valuable skills I've learned. What do you plan on doing after graduation or what else would you like us to know?
Attending college on the west coast but not sure where yet and hoping to continue to dance through college and after!
Syrah Gerth
Most people wouldn’t think of dance as a sport? How do you see yourself as an athlete?
I see dance as both a sport and an art. Dance isn't something that anyone can do without practice. We have to train extremely hard like any other sport. Dance is also an art in the sense that you are expressing yourself when you perform. Do you have a favorite teacher/mentor/coach? What impact have they had on you and your participation in high school dance, or dance in general?
I've been so lucky to have had four amazing coaches in my years on dance team! They have all motivated me in different ways to continue to push myself in and out of dance. My coaches have helped me to set and achieve goals and pushed me to become a better dancer and student. What school classes do you like best? Why? Do they relate to your dance experiences at all? How do you balance the pressures of practice and academics?
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By Diane Meehl Photographs by Al Garman, Michael Johnson, and Michael Rainwater
The floors squeak as you enter artEAST Art Center. The place has layers of history, some of which you see on the old floors from the nearly hundred years that Lewis Hardware was this space’s prior occupant. There is music playing, someone greets you, creativity is everywhere you look. There is a sense of welcome in a neighborhood way, and curiosity about the makers of these artworks. All the beautiful things have stories. They are crafted by artists and makers among us.
artEAST is an arts collective, a membership-run nonprofit organization familiar with the concept of creatively maximizing limited funds. This year, the group is celebrating 10 years of zany culture and visual arts. At times it has been a precarious financial endeavor, but artEAST triumphs with bountiful volunteer energy, grand schemes, and an abundance of local art experiences. Growing from some 40 originators to over 220 members today, their focus never wavered: to be a catalyst for a vibrant and enduring visual arts community. Classes, events, the art gallery and more are open to the public, staffed and run almost exclusively by artists and arts volunteers. At a recent wine walk evening, patrons entered the artEAST door to live music and artists on hand to discuss their work. With wine glasses in hand, they strolled the art center to chat, absorb, and con-
sider. “There is a certain delight we see in people discovering a neighborhood place, a place that feels welcoming and local. We don`t have any attitude here, and the art is very accessible,” notes Karen Abel, Executive Director of artEAST. “Event nights are really fun,” says Leslie Nan Moon, one of a team of volunteers who direct artEAST’ s Gallery operation. “One of the best things we hear is patrons saying ‘I can’t wait to bring my friends here to see this place.’ We even have great art in the restrooms!” Everyone is a maker here, regardless of experience. artEAST conducts a broad offering of classes year round of all kinds and for all age groups, from Teen Art Camps in the summer, to Clay Play for parents and young children, to Open Studio live model sessions in drawing and painting for those seeking ongoing skill-building. Ceramics, glass fusing, lampworking, encaustics, acrylic painting, printmaking, even classes about how to unlock creative blocks are among the regular offerings. Classes are conducted at the art center and at annexes around Issaquah and Sammamish. They are intimate in size and reasonable in cost, making art accessible for everyone. Classes provide “I made that!” moments to the young and young at heart. Art making and dialogues about art often occur outside the classroom as well.
artEAST hosts dozens of free community programs each year. There are year round exhibitions, artist talks, and community lectures, and summer “family art together time” activities offer drop in events. Dialogues about the active and inclusive nature of the art center are both frequent and animated. “All of our gallery and art center volunteers love to talk about how it feels to be part of artEAST,” laughs Anne Anderson, a member of the Gallery operation team, “We’re a very friendly bunch.” The retail Gallery focuses on makers in the greater Puget Sound region so that participating artists can be part of the arts activities and community. Artists are frequently on hand to discuss their work. Art is regularly refreshed so that there is always something new. Local partnerships are key to artEAST’s activities. Issaquah Highlands Association, the Downtown Issaquah Association, the arts commissions for Issaquah and Sammamish, and many others team up on a regular basis to produce public events, art walks, lectures, exhibitions, and festivals. Communities have character and identity, and some say that it is increasingly hard to create environments of beauty and belonging. artEAST is ready to tell that story with a happy ending. Visit artEAST at www.arteast.org and 95 Front St. N. Issaquah.
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Business Beat Mandy, Clara, John and Ella Hickman
The Tutoring Center: One-to-One And It’s So Much Fun
By Diane Meehl
It’s that hour again. Homework. You dread it just as much as your child does. You’re frustrated, because while you know your child has great potential, something’s getting in the way of consistent success. Perhaps your child is behind grade level, or is coping with a learning disability such as ADHD or dyslexia. Maybe it’s just a serious case of math-anxiety. Sound familiar?
Programs include reading, writing, math, and Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II. Enrichment programs are also available for students who are above grade level but may not be meeting their full potential.
Where can a concerned parent turn for help? At The Tutoring Center in Sammamish, students from kindergarten through high school can find the support and direction they need to succeed. The center’s owner, John Hickman says, “Sometimes students need a more structured environment and individualized attention that allows them to progress at their own speed. Then, they can develop healthy study habits going forward.”
An Innovative Approach The Tutoring Center, with locally owned centers around the country, operates a bit differently than many other tutoring establishments. Founder Dr. Edward Thalheimer’s research in educational psychology drives their unique methodology, The Rotational Approach to Learning™. “His research examined all forms of learning environments, and revealed that children learn most effectively when they
“We offer behavioral incentives and rewards to make learning more fun,” says John’s wife and business partner, Mandy. “It is very effective in getting our students motivated and excited!”
work with different sets of materials at different stations during a scheduled session. At first, his research was focused on helping children with learning disabilities, but he discovered that these same methods are effective for children across all ranges of ability,” John pointed out. When it comes to instructors, the Tutoring Center sets the bar high. Head instructors have earned bachelor’s degrees or higher; assistant instructors are often working toward a college degree, and high school students with high-level GPAs serve as interns. All tutors and interns must pass a math test. “We also believe strongly in hiring tutors who are passionate and enthusiastic to make learning fun and exciting,” says John. Something else unique about The Tutoring Center? Books. Dr. Thalheimer embraced research that revealed students retain more
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when they read from books rather than online materials. “Computers are great, and they have their place. But we don’t use technology based learning here; instead we focus on a one-to-one experience. The students bond with their instructors, and they get time during each rotation to ask questions and really dig deeper into the material,” said John. Mandy adds, “Technology is a great supplemental tool but it is a passive form of learning and not as effective for struggling students who need more attention.” A Family—and a Business—is Born They say necessity is the motherhood of invention. In John and Mandy’s case, parenthood was the necessity for launching their new business. John, a former marketing professional, and Mandy, a banking professional, moved to Sammamish in 2012. The couple is raising two young daughters, ages 7 and 4. “Both of us doing 9-5 jobs just didn’t work for our family. We wanted to run a business with more flexibility, and it was important for us to choose something our children could be involved with, too. Our children really drove the kind of business we chose. “ The Tutoring Center’s franchise model was a perfect match, and the couple launched in their new venture in 2013. Getting Started, Tracking Progress, Measuring Results So how do you get your student started? First, John says, he
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sits down with each family to determine the needs, considering the concerns of teachers, and parents. Then standardized diagnostic testing is administered, and recommendations are made to address specific concerns are made regarding curriculum and frequency. “Some students progress very quickly and others need more time to go at a slower pace.” Results count. “We offer a progress report after every 20 sessions, and also administer the diagnostic testing again after 40 sessions. Our program is designed to increase a student’s grade level by one every six months,” says John. The Hickmans understand families are busy, and offer varied schedules on weekday evenings. “If a student needs to devote more time to improve their grades, making time for tutoring is really about juggling priorities,” says Mandy. “This may mean giving up a sport or another activity altogether. In the end, it is about helping your child make good decisions about priorities and how you choose to spend your time. We’re raising our children in Sammamish and making education a priority, just like the families we work with!” With help from The Tutoring Center, just maybe, homework hour can move from dreadful to peaceful! To learn more about schedules, fees and curriculum, visit: www.tutoringcenter.com
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At Capri Cellars
Written by Jenny Hart Danowski
W
e have great news for those of you who’d love to try out the wide array of Washington wineries, but don’t want to make the trip over to Woodinville to visit their tasting rooms. Capri Cellars, located next to Front Street Market, carries a huge selection of the best Washington wines out there, in addition to wines from Italy, France, California, Spain, and more. And while they are not a winery themselves, you wouldn’t know it to walk into their gorgeous tasting room and wine bar. “The whole concept behind the store is that it is similar to the tasting rooms in Woodinville, but because those wineries don’t have tasting rooms here in Issaquah, we bring their wines to ours,” says owner Michele Steele. “We specialize in Washington wines and always have different bottles open for people to taste, not just from Woodinville, but from Walla Walla as well,” she adds. She specifically tries to stay away from wines that you can get at the grocery store or at Costco, and focuses on those you cannot find unless you go directly to the wineries themselves. It seems she was destined to do this. She has a background in sales and marketing, and sold advertising for many years. She also really loves wine! The idea for her store was spawned at one of the many “girls’ nights” she and her friends have. “Whenever they would come to my house, I would have these flight holders and I’d set up the flights, pour the wines, make the little cards for everything, etc.,” she says. “We would then sit and taste all the wines and evaluate them before we had anything to eat. Then we’d start with the cheese, and evaluate the wines again. Finally, we’d try chocolate with the wines and evaluate them again,” she says. It was during one of these two-hour sessions that a friend said, “Wouldn’t it be great if you could do this for a living?” Michele hated her job at the time and, at that moment, started thinking about how she could do just that. “My husband and I had talked about opening a business, and were looking at maybe buying a pizza franchise or something fun,” she says. He sells marketing and advertising as well, so they had plenty of experience between them. At the time, there were two wine stores in Issaquah, neither of which was doing a very good job with Washington wines. When both stores closed in the same month, Michele was ready! “When we opened, we had a lot of people telling us we wouldn’t be here in a year,” she admits. “We’ve now been here for 2 ½ years, and business is thriving!” They have three wine clubs and just shy of 160 members. “We’ve had so many customers that had belonged to four different wine clubs quit all of them to join ours, because they get something from different wineries each month. They love it!” she says. They also offer a Small Bites menu that includes cheese plates, smoked salmon, savory meatballs, and more. They recently added real gelato to make it more kid-friendly. Children are welcome in the tasting room, and the space can be rented for parties of up to 70 people (contact info@capricellars.com). Special events include an annual Champagne Tasting, Port Tasting, Big California Reds Tasting, Washington Winemaker Dinners, and more. Michele recently hosted 16 of us for an evening of wine tasting and appetizers, and we were amazed and delighted at the selection of wines and the knowledge both Michele and her server, Kristen Diedrich, shared with our guests.
Jason Totino of AGP Wealth Advisors said, “The selection of wine, in conjunction with the hospitality here and the knowledge of the staff, is impressive! I look forward to many more evenings here enjoying great wine and some nice conversation.” Diane Meehl said, “I love the vibe in here. It’s cozy, but beautiful. All of the wines I tried were awesome!” Tony Meehl agreed, saying, “I liked the Mark Ryan blend (The Vincent). It was delicious!” Julie Nyberg loved the Blackstone Merlot, and also loved the rustic wood tables, the northwest décor, and the fact that the space is very open so that you can come in and mingle or have a party. “I didn’t realize that you could get all of these different wines, and that they have Happy Hour and all the wine clubs. I’m super excited to get some friends and come down and try it again!” Gina Mazzaferro said, “It’s a really cute place, and I can see myself bringing my girlfriends down here!” Katrina Fleming said, “I love Capri Cellars--great wines, phenomenal service, and cozy atmosphere.“ Marcia Diiniz said, “I’m happy I finally found it! I had heard of Capri Cellars, but thought it was a single winery, so I’m happy to know it’s here and look forward to coming back and hanging out with my friends here.” And finally, Ryan Elves said, “The Merlot was my favorite, and our server, Kristen, was well informed and welcoming. Capri Cellars, 88 Front Street South, Issaquah, WA 98027, (425) 369-4289. www.capricellars.com. DISCLAIMER: The business reviewed in this section provided products and/or services free of charge in exchange for this review.
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Pet of the Month The Smallest Daisy!
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Where/why did you get your pet? After dropping off Grandma at the airport after Christmas two years ago we decided to go to Fairwood Pet Center in Renton “just to look” at some puppies to figure out if we would get a dog and what kind – sometime in the future. We saw Daisy first and couldn’t leave without her after we saw another family playing with her. All of us knew she was meant to be our family dog and she had such a sweet disposition. Tell us something funny or interesting about your pet? Daisy is only seven pounds and has the biggest ears! Sometimes they are up and sometimes her ears are down. People drive by and stop to comment when they see her. Daisy doesn’t see very well but we think her hearing compensates.
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What else should we know about your pet and/or how your pet has enriched your home/family? Since Daisy joined our family we have never laughed so much! She really is a crazy animal but so sweet and loving too. She still has as much energy as a puppy and “her people” are her life. She even chooses people over eating! Daisy is a great source of complete unconditional love and she loves kids the best. Would you like your pet to be in an upcoming issue, or know one in your neighborhood? We’d love for them to be our monthly Precious Pet! Please email diane.meehl@n2publishing.com with your suggestions.
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Finally, spring is an awesome time to accessorize. Statement pieces accented with eye-catching colors are necessary to complete any outfit. A low hanging necklace with a statement pendant puts the finishing touches on a casual look, such as a t-shirt paired with distressed light wash jeans, and a loose fitting cardigan. A short, multi-pendant necklace that displays a statement color is perfect for a flowing, solid colored dress. When breaking out the short sleeves, wearing multiple bracelets or one chunky bracelet are great choices for accessories. Always think about accent colors and how you can incorporate those throughout the outfit. For example, one of my favorite accent colors in turquoise. So, I may wear a pastel pink shirt with a simple white shirt, complete with sandals that show off turquoise accents and a necklace with a turquoise pendant. However you choose to bring spring styles into your wardrobe, remember that you can never go wrong with pastels, floral prints, and light wash denim. All are classic spring must-haves, and remind everyone of the lightness of the season. Happy shopping!
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Out with the old and in with the new. Spring is just around the corner, which means it’s time for all of us to clean out our closets and make room for what the new season will bring in. The transition from thick sweaters and cozy scarves to floral prints and denim jackets is one of my favorites. Must-haves for the spring season include a denim jacket, a button up shirt, any pastel colors, a skater skirt, and a pair of fun sandals, all of which could be found at affordable prices at Forever 21 or American Eagle stores, for example. Spring is also a great time to break out the patterns and prints in your wardrobe. My personal favorites are chevron stripes and floral prints. Both look great with light and pastel colors and are extremely wearable with a solid cardigan or a pair of light wash denim jeans. To find the most flattering pieces for the prints, I’d suggest going for a print on a skirt or t-shirt rather than something that is form fitted. Other must-have spring prints could be black and white stripes, plaid, or lace prints. Again, these prints are almost always part of any store’s spring collections, so it would be extremely beneficial to take a look in any of your favorite stores.
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IN THE DIRT Sweet Peas,
The Queen Of Cut Flowers By: Ilse Biuch
Sweet peas are my favorite cut flowers, and if you like scented bouquets, they might be yours too. Sweet peas are reasonably easy to grow with a few simple directions. It is important to give them support to climb on since the climbing sweet peas can get 6 feet tall if they are happy. If you do not have space for the tall sweet peas, you may consider plantIlse Burch ing some of the shorter container types but be aware that many of these lack the trademark scent. It is important to get sweet peas off to a quick start in the spring because they need time to develop a good root system. They need to have this good root system before the weather gets really hot in order to blossom well. This explains why you can get truly superior sweet peas if you can start them in the fall but this is not a reliable method here in Washington where we can have a cold winter that kills the seedlings. What works for me is to plant starts in April. I generally start these myself in late February or early March, but April is really too late to start your own. Most nurseries sell very nice starts of sweet peas in April so this really should not stop you from growing lovely bouquets of these magnificent flowers. And from my experience, starting sweet peas from seed can be frustrating because they tend to rot before germinating. Buying good starts bypasses the rotting problem. Sweet peas require sun, good soil, good drainage, and abundant water. They do not grow well in full shade, although they may do OK with a half day of sun. A slightly raised bed is best for them, to give them good drainage, and before planting you must dig in plenty of compost and an organic fertilizer, preferably one NOT too high in Nitrogen (or else you will get good vines and few flowers). It is good to sprinkle inoculant (a granular bacterial supplement you can buy) in the trench, because peas, like most legumes, can partner with certain bacteria to take nitrogen out of the air. When you buy starts, try to get little ones that are two to four inches tall. Sweet peas don’t really like root disturbance, but it is
much easier on them when they are little. And if they come many little seedlings to a pot, as usual, it is necessary to either gently separate them and plant the little ones six inches or so apart, or else to thin them and plant as many as three or four together with a larger space, say 10 inches between these clusters of seedlings. Either method works but gentleness is absolutely necessary when you separate them. If you break the stem, it won’t grow back. Plant these little starts in a shallow trench (about one to two inches deeper than the roots of the seedlings would require) in the rich soil you have prepared, and water them. Then protect them from slugs and other critters that may like to chew on them. If you have trouble with rodents, as many of us do, you may want to place some crumpled chicken wire or such like over them. Pinching the very top point of the stem out of them about a week or two after planting allows for more branching and ultimately, more flowers. After a couple of weeks when your little sweet peas are off to a good start, you may choose to fill the shallow trench up with good soil, and then mulch on top. I like to put up my vine supports right away. You can use netting, bamboo or twigs, or anything else that is at hand. If I do not make this a priority, it tends to not happen soon enough, and it is hard to put them up for larger seedlings without a lot of breakage. As they grow, the occasional shoot may need to be encouraged to climb on the support provided. You can tie them in, or use twigs to prop them up. Once sweet peas are growing well, all you really need to do is to keep them well watered and wait for the first flowers. It is extremely important to pick all of the flowers, or at least cut them off when they are finished to prevent the formation of seeds which will cause your plants to quit flowering early. The only pest I have had a lot of trouble with is aphids, which can be washed off with a strong spray of water. This may have to be done several times to be totally effective. Growing beautiful bouquets of sweet peas is something to be really proud of, and they make wonderful gifts for just about every occasion. And with a nod to roses, there just isn’t anything that can make your house smell as fantastic- not even fresh doughnuts!
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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. So in this situation, 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. 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.” By balancing your risk tolerance and your required risk level you can be better prepared to take the emotion out of investing. When investors let their emotions get the better of them, they can make mistakes such as chasing “hot” stocks or selling quality investments due to temporary price drops. By having a clear sense of what risk really entails, you may be able to avoid costly detours and stick with your long-term investment strategy.
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For travelers look ing to warm themselves in thermal waters heated by active v o l c a n o e s , t h e r e ’s n o b e t t e r d e s t i n a t i o n than Costa Rica.
One of the country’s top spots for tourism, the area around the Arenal Volcano offers more than a dozen bathing facilities, many of which feature amenities like swim-up bars, water slides, and tropical cocktails. While a few of the hot springs are only open for day visits, others are incorporated into hotels that allow guests round-the-clock access. It doesn’t get much better than a relaxing, after-dinner dip on a romantic getaway. While it might come as a surprise to some visitors, Arenal is not the only place to soak until your fingers turn to prunes. Newer outlets in Guanacaste surrounding the Rincón de la Vieja and Miravalles Volcanoes are also worth a visit, and in this region, baths in volcanic mud are very popular. Guests slather themselves in the mineral-rich mud, which then hardens and can be washed off after yet another dip in the hot springs. Ta b a c o n G r a n d S p a a n d T h e r m a l R e s o r t
Tabacon was the first hot springs facility in Costa Rica, and it remains the most impressive. Its two natural rivers are divided into dozens of bathing areas, and if you wander around enough, you’ll find secret bars and private spaces. Oh yeah, and there’s a waterslide and a swim-up bar with yummy cocktails. Rio Perdido
A slightly newer site, Rio Perdidio is tucked behind Bagaces, a little-explored mountain town in the foothills of the Miravalles
Volcano on the way to Guanacaste. The springs here are totally natural and the setting is wildly picturesque, with warm green water surrounded by dry forest and incredible rock formations. The Springs
Set back from the Arenal Volcano, this magnificent hotel and its sprawling grounds are the mecca of hot springs. There are more than a dozen pools to choose from, some of which feature water slides and swim-up bars. Although the water is pumped in, these pools are as therapeutic as any.
2301 E. LAKE SAMMAMISH PARKWAY NE, SAMMAMISH 98074
Offered at $1,898,000
75’ No Bank Sandy Waterfront | Panoramic Lake Views | 3 Bed, 3.75 Bath | 2,830 Sq. Ft. Dock, Deck & Hot Tub | State-of-the-Art Kitchen | Lake Washington School District | MLS# 744538
E c o Te r m a l e s H o t S p r i n g s
For a more intimate hot springs experience, Eco Termales is a smaller facility in the Arenal area that is solely focused on its baths. The space around the pools teems with flora and fauna; I once floated on my back for 20 minutes here watching a toucan fly from one tree to another overhead. The on-site restaurant is also delicious. Vandara Hot Springs and Adventure
Heated by Rincón de la Vieja, this hot springs and adventure facility includes zip-lining, horseback riding, and a giant waterslide. After you’ve finished with the activities, it’s time for a dip in the Tizate hot springs, man-made pools filled with thermal waters heated by the nearby volcano. Mud baths and mineral treatments are also available.
AMES LAKE PARADISE
JOHN KRITSONIS
206-498-0288
JOHNK@WINDERMERE.COM
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SECLUDED 6.7 ACRES IN KIRKLAND
KARL LINDOR
206-890-8227
KARL@WINDERMERE.COM
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