Monthly Archives: March 2012

The Tree Bike: Fact or Fiction

Posted on March 26, 2012 by Heather Larson

There’s currently a story circulating on Facebook about the bicycle in the tree on Vashon Island. It’s a made-up story of a boy who left his bike by the tree, went off to war in 1914 and never came back. … Continue reading →

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Snow White and a Milk Flight

Posted on March 20, 2012 by Heather Larson

As a child I always wanted to be a ballerina and dance on my toes. Instead my parents signed me up for accordion lessons. If I’d known how hard toe dancing was then, I probably wouldn’t have minded the accordion. … Continue reading →

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A Partnership that Worked

Posted on March 14, 2012 by Heather Larson

Saturday I attended the 18th Annual RAGS sale that benefits Pierce County’s YWCA domestic violence programs. Participating artists, selling wearable art, donate 33% of their sales to the cause. Last year this same event raised $97,000, which helped the YWCA … Continue reading →

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A Peak at Pacific City, Oregon

Posted on March 9, 2012 by Heather Larson

Every so often I stray from my home state. Most recently, I visited the Oregon Coast, which I must admit has some appealing qualities that our coast does not, including more accessible beaches and gigantic rock formations in the water … Continue reading →

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Art at the Airport

Posted on March 7, 2012 by Heather Larson

Seatac Airport literally bursts with art of every kind and dimension – so much that the Port of Seattle (the airport’s overseer) offers a map of where the artwork is. Glass, sculpture, photography and sound installations by both renowned and … Continue reading →

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Fascinated by Fascination

Posted on March 3, 2012 by Heather Larson

  I have a new favorite game. It’s not as accessible as Words with Friends but it is equally addicting and even more fun plus it’s a little physical. I just returned from a trip the northern Oregon Coast and … Continue reading →

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