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Seasons of Love
I really don't get all the negativity surrounding Valentine's Day. What's so sad about chocolate, flowers, hugs, good food, movies, wine, smooching and cuddling? I could keep going but I'll spare you.
I recognize that Valentine's Day assumes a kind of pressure; pressure to get creative, ...
Average Joes to Ski Pros
I have been snowboarding for almost ten years now, but I've always wanted to learn to ski. January happens to be national "Learn A Snow Sport Month," and while I typically try not to be a follower, I figured this was as good excuse as any.
This past weekend three friends ...
Passport to...The Garland District
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One of my favorite things to do on the weekend is explore the various quaint neighborhoods we have in Spokane. Most recently I stumbled upon the Garland District which is made up of small, locally owned restaurants, coffee shops and a handful of entertainment venues.
For two solid ...
Square's Santa is the Real Deal
So what if I'm over 50? (Although not by much.) I still believe in Santa and I'll tell you why. There's a certain Santa in Spokane and I'm pretty sure he's the real deal. He's chubby for real. He's actually got white hair and this beautiful silver white beard. ...
Local Brews, Corn Pasta and a Chill Atmosphere
Let's get one thing straight. I don't consider myself a foodie. I love food and I like trying new food. But you will never find me analyzing what I just ate down to the most minute detail? I think it ruins food. I do however consider myself a bar-ie or a ...
Eating Raw In Spokane
I think sushi is an acquired taste, kind of like squid, only much easier to acquire. The weird thing about my sushi transformation is that I've always liked fish, it's just the thought of raw fish made me queasy . . . or maybe it was the texture? It really doesn't matter which ...
Great music. Awesome venues. In Spokane?
I love music, but I'm definitely not a musician. In fact, I'm probably as far from a musician as you can get. The bulk of my musical experience comes from a stint with the recorder during third grade. But despite my lack of formal musical training I'm still a huge fan ...
April Showers Bring... Spring Barrel Tasting
Okay...okay, maybe the whole saying thing doesn't work in this instance, but who's to say there isn't some connection between the dreary rain of spring thaw and my desire to drink some yummy wine? It's obvious to me that the two are clearly aligned.
Even though my mom doesn't ...
Garlic fest part deux...
Darn it. Once again I had to slog my way through a great and garlicky meal out. The occasion? My daughter's birthday. The place? Europa Restaurant in downtown Spokane. Now Europa has always been one of my faves for their delicious homestyle meals ...
Dueling Pianos . . . There’s A Mental Image For You
A long time ago, in my previous life, I took piano lessons. I was never any good. And despite my teacher's completely unfounded claims of my lack of practice, I blame it on her for being old and out of touch. The fact that it took me three weeks to figure out where middle ...
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