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ancer has affected nearly all of us in some way, either personally or a friend or family member. It is discouraging, but there is a way to fight back. The American Cancer Society (ACS) Relay For Life is an overnight community celebration where participants celebrate cancer survivors, remember their lost loved ones and fight back. Teams and individuals camp out, barbecue, dance, and take turns walking around a track “relay-style” to raise funds for research and local support and programs. Because cancer never sleeps, Relays are overnight events up to 24 hours in length. “It is really a fun and positive event. It provides communities and individuals the opportunity to take control

and have a voice and the power to fight back against cancer,” explains Shauna McBride, American Cancer Society. Relay began in 1985 when Dr. Gordy Klatt, a colorectal surgeon in Tacoma, Washington, ran and walked around a track for 24 hours to raise money for the ACS. Since then, Relay has grown from a single man’s passion to fight cancer into the world’s largest movement to end the disease. Al Strickland is the event chairman for this year’s Thurston ACS Relay For Life. The event will be held at Black Lake High School in Tumwater on June 25 and June 26 from 6 pm to 6 pm. “If you have never been to Relay, I encourage you to attend an event in your area. Relay is indescribable. There is a magic

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that happens at that event that once you attend, you will continue to come back. Cancer does not have to be a death sentence; it can be a chronic disease until we find a cure,� explains Shauna. Relay For Life helps fund research and support for all cancer including lung, colon, breast and prostate cancers to name a few. The money that is raised through the local events goes back into the local community, providing funds for local services, programs and opportunities for volunteers. Although every Relay For Life is different, there are certain traditions at all Relays, no matter where they are held. These traditions help participants celebrate, remember and fight back. TCG

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After dark, this event honors people who have been touched by cancer and remember loved ones lost to the disease. Candles are lit inside bags filled with sand, each one bearing the name of a person touched by cancer, and participants often walk a lap in silence.

Last, participants make a personal commitment to save lives by taking up the fight against cancer. No matter where you are, there’s a place for you at Relay and you can make a difference today by signing up online to start your own team or by making a donation or volunteering.

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s summer approaches and schools let out for summer break, many kids who have relied on the free or reduced lunch programs at school will no longer have a reliable source of food. Each school day, over 5,300 children in North Thurston Public Schools (NTPS) sit down to free or reducedprice meals. And the percentage of children receiving these services continues to grow. The Summer Food Service Program is designed to help struggling families, during the long summer months, make sure children aren’t hungry or poorly nourished. The City of Lacey, in partnership with

the North Thurston Public School has been sponsoring the Summer Food Service program and Playground Pals since 1993. “Resources to make up for the loss of these meals don’t miraculously appear in family budgets, especially in the current economic climate,” explains Kathy Owen, City Parks and Recreation Department. “The program is more than a meal! After lunch is completed, the children participate in recreational, educational, and fitness activities through the Playground Pals section. It is the place to be in the summer providing a safe environment for the children. For many of the children, this program is all they have during the summer,” she continues. The program needs your help to keep this wonderful program operating. You can sponsor a child for $2 a day, $10 a week or $80 the entire summer, a small price to pay for our future. For more information, call Lacey Parks and Recreation at 360.491.0857 or mail your tax deductible donations to: Lacey Parks & Recreation, PO Box 3400, Lacey, WA 98503. Make checks payable to Lacey Parks & Recreation/SFSP. TCG

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n support of the Susan G Komen (SGK) for the Cure Breast Cancer Foundation, the Delphi Ladies Golf League is dedicating two golf tournaments in June. This is the 6th year that they have held a golf tournament to benefit SGK. To date they have raised nearly $35,000. Breast cancer is the MOST frequently diagnosed cancer among Washington women and the SECOND leading cause of cancer death. Washington currently has the FOURTH highest incidence of breast cancer in the nation. Of the funds donated to SGK, 75% stays in Western Washington to benefit the underserved and uninsured. The other 25% goes to national research. For a woman or man without healthcare, benefits as little as $150 can save a life. That is the cost of a mammogram. A 9-hole tournament will be held on Thursday, June 17. The cost is $40.00 and includes golf, prizes, lunch and raffle. An 18-hole tournament will be held on Saturday, June 19. The cost for this event is $80.00 includes golf, prizes, BBQ, a bra art contest, auction and raffle. Both Tournaments will be held at Delphi Golf Course, 6340 Neylon Dr. SW. in Olympia. The tournaments are open to all skill levels and to anyone looking for a fun day of golf and a desire to contribute and help end this disease. For more information about either playing in or being a sponsor of either tournament, please call Debbie at 360-584-9434. TCG

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he longer you live in your home, the more likely you are to decide it is time to redecorate. If you are not able to tackle the entire house at once, you may decide to do one room at a time. And today, it is more important than ever to make buying decisions based on both quality and cost. As the economy begins to stabilize and you contemplate major purchases such as furniture, mattresses and home decorating, Hawks Prairie Home Furnishings Outlet will meet your needs. “We have expanded our showroom and are carrying some great lines of furniture and mattresses and continue to look for furniture that is high quality with affordable pricing,” explains Jeff Olson, owner. Hawks Prairie Home Furnishings Outlet has something for everyone, including their new line, Tempur-Pedic®. With every model in their showroom, you have the opportunity to find the right fit for your body. “We are very excited about carrying this great line of mattresses. Every model on display is placed on an adjustable frame, so you can actually feel the mattress before making your purchase,” continues Jeff. What makes this mattress unique? Jeff explains, “TempurPedic really makes a difference in your sleep. The mattress molds to the contour of the individual’s body which helps to provide a better night’s sleep. In addition to the mattress, the

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adjustable frames can lift your feet and/or your head for more comfort. It can take pressure off your lower back, benefit those who suffer from sleep apnea and if you are a reader, it can provide a more natural posture for reading in bed.” Hawks Prairie Home Furnishings Outlet carries most models in stock. If you choose from one of the beautiful bedroom sets in the showroom, you can redecorate your bedroom complete with new mattress and have it all delivered the same day. If you are interested in redecorating your living space, Hawks Prairie Home Furnishings Outlet offers Mastercraft, a quality furniture brand that is made right here in the Northwest and has been in business for over 20 years. Fabric options are available with no additional cost and the product is supported by a lifetime warranty, which is unheard of in the business today. “The furniture is built to stand up to time and the quality is outstanding,” states Jeff. With decorative pillows, coordinated lamps, tables and pictures, you can create the living space that meets your needs and lifestyle. Hawks Prairie has completely remodeled the layout of the store, providing galleries of furniture throughout. “Our galleries provide a unique experience for our customers. It is like walking into separate showrooms, but all under the same roof,” says Jeff. You may want to check out their wall of lamps. You can pick any pair for only $99, so it is fun to mix and match.

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Tips on Buying Furniture Tip #1 So you have finally decided to replace that couch. Ask yourself if it is going to be something that you and your family sit on everyday or a dining room set that you use once or twice a year. That will help you make decisions on such details as fabric and durability. Tip #2 Whether you live in a mansion or a small townhouse, it is important to consider the space you have to work with. Remember, the ceilings in stores are 11 feet tall. Be sure your choice will fit within your room dimensions. Tip #3 To save money, shop both quality and price. Define your budget and work with it. You

might not be able to do the entire redecorating project at once, but if you have a good foundation, you can build from there at a later date. Tip #4 When buying wood furniture, ask what kind of wood was used. Each wood has its own look and feel, with different textures and brightness that can make a difference in your decorating needs. Tip #5 When you are shopping for a couch, take the time to look through fabric swatches. You are not locked into buying what is available on the showroom floor. Make it unique and specific to your personality and life style.

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Did You Know: Mother’s Day History Every May women around the world are celebrated for their sacrifices and contributions to the family. With all that Mom does for her children, it would seem like the concept of honoring her would be ages old. However, it was a somewhat recently instituted celebration for mothers. In ancient Greece individuals honored Rhea, mother of the gods. Christians celebrated Mary the mother of God. But it wasn’t until the 1900s that the general mothering population was celebrated officially. Ann Marie Reeves Jarvis was a young Appalachian homemaker who, beginning in 1858, attempted to improve sanitation and nursing procedures through women’s clubs and what she called “Mothers Friendship Day.” It wasn’t Ann Marie, but rather her daughter, Anna Jarvis, who created the Mother’s Day that we celebrate today. Ann spent many years caring for her aging and ailing mother. Ann Marie died on May 9, 1905 and Anna missed her terribly. Anna noticed that many children failed to respect and honor their mothers while they were alive, and it wasn’t until after they died that these children recognized what they had lost in their parent. She considered creating a Mother’s Day to honor all mothers. In 1907, Ann Jarvis decided to establish Mother’s Day to “honor mothers, living and dead.” She began the campaign to initiate a national Mother’s Day. Together with her friends, Jarvis started a letter-writing campaign to urge ministers, businessmen and congressmen to declare a national Mother’s Day holiday. Her efforts paid off. The first Mother’s Day was celebrated on May 10, 1908 honoring the late Ann Marie Reeves Jarvis. After this initial celebration, Mother’s Day caught on. The Mother’s Day International Association was established on December 12, 1912, to promote and encourage meaningful observances of the event. And on May 9, 1914, a presidential proclamation declared that every year the second Sunday in May be observed as Mother’s Day.

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his is the month to honor the special woman in your life: the one who sacrificed for your benefit; the unsung heroine of the world ... Mom. Breakfast in bed has been done. She has probably received her share of blouses or floral bouquets. This year you may want to do something different. But what could that be? Consider these ideas to say thank you to your mother, stepmother, aunt, mentor, or any other woman you would like to recognize on this holiday. What woman doesn’t enjoy a little pampering from time to time? There are many outstanding day spas in Tacoma. Many full-service spas have

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treatments ranging from facials to hour-long body massages. They may even offer packages that enable you to group services together, allowing Mom to start her day with a relaxing massage and finish up with a new haircut and style. Is there a place Mom has always longed to visit? Maybe finances have been tight and she placed her needs aside for a family trip instead? Giving back may mean giving her a special time away. Cruise ships and all-inclusive resorts offer a host of activities all for one price. If you do not have the budget for a cruise, a weekend away at a local resort can be a wonderful adventure.

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You may or may not have the same taste in music as your mother, but surprising her with concert tickets can be an ideal way to show you care about her hobbies and interests. Many bands and singers that experienced their heyday when Mom was spinning her vinyl records or popping a tape in the cassette deck are still pumping out hits today. And chances are they will visit the South Sound. Maybe she likes the adult-contemporary sounds of Michael Buble. Or she’s a country gal interested in seeing Tim McGraw. Mom may love the

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hard rock of the 1980s, and scoring tickets to a Bon Jovi concert will knock her socks off. Perhaps your mother would be interested in seeing a play or musical. You do not have to travel to Broadway these days to see top stars in the shows you love. There are many local theaters right here in our community. If she prefers the big town, you can combine theater tickets with a night’s stay in Seattle for a special weekend. Just be sure to book early if you desire weekend tickets. They tend to go fast.

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Maybe Mom just enjoys spending a day out with her friends, other female companions or with you. Give her a gift certificate to a favorite restaurant and allow her to enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner.

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Chances are Mom can use a few new items around the house, particularly high-end ones that she can put on display. Crystal vases, porcelain figurines and items of similar stature are good considerations. Go to some of the specialty shops to find the right fit.

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If you cannot think of just one gift to sum up your feelings, put together a themed gift basket made up of a number of items. For example, if Mom is a foodie, place cookbooks, wine, a hostess set, plus a gift certificate to her favorite restaurant and similarly themed items.

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RE T h u rst o n rea l estate De-clutter: Buyers are buying your home, not your personal belongings. To help them envision their own furniture and accessories in the space, remove as many personal effects as possible. Also, thin out furniture if it is overwhelming in rooms. Now is a good time to invest in a storage unit to house the removed items until you move into your new home. • Kitchens and Baths: It is no secret that kitchens and baths often sell homes, and offer an 80 to 90 percent return on investment. An updated kitchen and bath with neutral colors, clean tiles and grout, new fixtures, and perhaps new countertops or vanity surfaces can go a long way toward getting a home sold. However, be sure not to over-improve these spaces, it could be wasted money. Visit comparable properties to ensure that the renovations you make are on par with the neighborhood. • Repairs: Make any repairs necessary to improve the aesthetic appeal of the home. For example, peeling paint or spots on a ceiling may be indicative of a water problem and could be a red flag to buyers. Be sure to replace any cracked tile, damaged floor surfaces, trim or molding, cracked or damaged stairs, rotted wood, or any other repairs that are within the realm of your capabilities. Larger repairs that you may or may not be willing to embark upon can be remedied by pricing the home accordingly and stating that they will be the responsibility of the buyer. TCG •

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