Author: Caroline
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Luther Burbank: Mercer Island’s gem of a park
I really like the mood of these photos. I got to do a story about one of our favorite parks, Luther Burbank, for My Mercer Island. So serene, beautiful… and romantic! Here’s a link.
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Best pumpkin patch for families
The kids have voted, Swans Trail Farm over Bob’s. Highly recommend! So much for kids to do. I prefer paying a flat admission fee ($21/per person) than paying per activity. Our favorites: hay slides, bunnies in the petting zoo, wagon ride and the snack break (kettle corn and apple cider).
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Tips for making last-minute Halloween costumes
Why is it always the dad who is the least into themed family costumes? Ideas for (partially) DIY Halloween costumes and fun family themes in my story for The Seattle Times.
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Last day for the farmer’s market
Final day of the farmer’s market. These kids love going to the farmer’s market, and it’s not for the vegetables!
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Last hurrah for Queen Anne’s mini Rosebud Motel
Schitt’s Creek Rosebud Motel, zombie apocalypse style. My story is in today’s Seattle’s Times.
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Goody bags that don’t suck
I’m not anti-goody bag, I’m just anti-waste. Here’s my secret for recycling little pieces of plastic junk that kids LOVE (briefly).
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Sistene Chapel in Bellevue: exhibit review
My friend Kristin did not know what she was getting into when she agreed to go to the press preview for the Sistine Chapel show at the Bravern with me. I appreciated her searing insight on how it compared to the real Sistine Chapel. Here’s a link The Seattle Times review.