The New Domesticity: The Work of Childhood
It’s likely that you and I grew up in the same neighborhood. You know the one: it had a tall red brick building, a bright yellow bakery, a lavender music shop, and a two-story brown apartment building. Perhaps it doesn’t
Wander Woman: Alderbrook Park
Nestled in the forested hills of Brush Prairie lies one of Clark County’s true gems: Alderbrook Park. Over the last two years, I’ve received several requests to visit Alderbrook Park for this column. Now that I have, I have to
The New Domesticity: A Jolly Holiday
One of my favorite movies as a child was “Mary Poppins.” The weaving of fantasy and reality charmed me, and I liked to imagine that I just might be able to jump into a sidewalk chalk painting to enjoy a
A World of Opportunity Found in an ROTC Scholarship
It’s no secret that the cost of a college education is soaring. And every year, it seems to climb to new heights. Those determined to get a degree (particularly from a school of their choice) must creatively research paths to drastically
Lice Prevention 101
Lice. Even the mention of the word has all of our heads itching and fearing that it could be on our child’s head. Whether your kiddo is heading to summer camp, or you’ve heard there is a lice outbreak in
Playing it Safe: Avoiding Youth Sports Injuries
All sports have a risk of injury; but for most young people, the fun and excitement of playing the game greatly outweighs any risk that comes with sports participation. Playing sports helps kids and young adults stay in shape and
Wander Woman: Cottonwood Beach
Normally, Cottonwood Beach is a haven for kayakers, boaters, picnickers and families looking for a little beach action on the Columbia. I got ready for my first visit by Googling pictures and getting excited about all of the fun things
Micah’s Miles: Going the Distance for Great Causes
Some people might call him a superhero on wheels. Others might call him a superhero with a smile. Either way, when you see 7-year-old Micah Snell of Camas out and about, you’ll surely be captured by one of the most
The Healthy Brain Diet
Whether you’re divvying up the restaurant tab, helping with homework or multitasking on projects at work, your brain works better when you feed it well. In fact, scientists in the pioneering field of nutritional neuroscience are finding that specific nutrients may
The New Domesticity: A Day in June
We gripped each carefully selected stone in our sweaty little palms, eagerly watching as our mother swept the rich earth with an evergreen bough. Soon she had created a smooth, blank canvas, right there in the dirt of our campsite.