Herbal Remedies in Pregnancy
From heartburn to muscle soreness to insomnia, the laundry list of uncomfortable or even painful symptoms of pregnancy is long. Our little bundles of joy are no doubt worth the discomforts, but relief from many of these irritations is often
A Festive Mess: 17 Creative Birthday Activities for an Unforgettable Party
I don’t mean to brag, but my husband and I have thrown quite a few awesome birthday parties over the years. However, when reflecting back over all that we’ve thrown, it’s clear to me that the most memorable parties were
Mental Illness in Marriage: For Better or For…
When a couple says “I do,” often they do not anticipate the possibility of mental illness in their relationship. While marriage can be an amazing and wonderful experience, it can be challenging, especially if adding psychological disorders to the mix. It
Challenges, Hopes and Dreams of Interracial Families
The homogenous face of the American family is rapidly changing as interracial marriages and transracial and international adoptions become more commonplace. According to the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy, there are approximately 7 million people in the United
Wander Woman – Tour de Ice Cream
Discovering the hidden gems of Clark County requires a certain amount of sacrifice. This month demanded particular dedication and selflessness as my team and I headed out to find the best ice cream in Vancouver. It was a rough job,
Wander Woman – Pendleton Woolen Mills
Have you ever dreamed of vacationing somewhere exotic like London, Rome, or Hong Kong? Do you realize that people are dreaming of taking their next vacation right here, in Southwest Washington? It’s true. People from all over the world visit this
JA BizTown: A City Run by Fifth Graders
Learning makes its greatest impact when it engages every neuron in the body. The lessons we learn through struggling, realizing, celebrating, creating, and just plain doing are those that shape the way we see and face the future. Junior Achievement
Ringing in a Family Friendly New Year
Celebrating the New Year was an adults-only evening, until I had kids. Upon becoming a parent, I had no desire to leave my kids at home with a babysitter—if I could get one—so I decided to make New Year's Eve
Wrapping Charity into the Giving Season
The holidays are supposed to be happy, but when it comes to gift giving, it’s easy to become consumed by anxiety and expectation. This pressure is sometimes magnified for families who have many obligations and persuasive little ones with giant
Teaming Up to Make a Difference
Dedicated high school sports teams have the power to set incredible records, beat tough opponents and send crowds of fans to their feet in celebration. Combining commitment, drive and determination, they become a force of influence, collectively and individually. And