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To Aid and Assist: Pastor Patrinell Wright
by Eileen Nicol

With a woman who wears as many hats as Patrinell “Pat” Wright, it’s tough to pick the one that best describes her. She’s an award-winning gospel singer, a choir leader, a pastor and an activist who has been recognized many times over in each of these categories throughout her life. But all of the hats she wears are stitched with a common thread. Her phrase for it is “to aid and assist.” continue reading

 

Time to Remodel?
by Tara Hayes

If you are thinking of remodeling a bathroom, be prepared for a challenging experience. Bathrooms are complex spaces with odd juxtapositions, and remodeling them can require framing, plumbing, wiring, rough-in, drywall, new tile, sinks, toilets, baths and showers. In addition to the hassle, bathroom remodels can also get very pricey. If done right, however, a bathroom can be a manageable starter project. continue reading

 

Every Body Dance
by Ashley Griffin

Across the city, women are moving to a beat all their own, whether the music is made by the pounding of a traditional African drum, the clash of zills (finger cymbals), or simply the sound of their own feet pounding against a wooden floor. These women have discovered what many cultures and generations before them already knew: dancing is excellent exercise, and invigorates the body and soul. In recent years, Seattle’s dance scene has grown exponentially — particularly in regard to so-called “alternative” dance forms like African dance, belly dancing and Nia. continue reading

 

No Gluten, Please
by Mary Jane Halligan

Imagine never again being able to indulge in a slice of warm artisan bread, yummy thick crust pizza or your favorite chocolate chip cookie. If you are diagnosed with celiac disease (CD) or gluten intolerance, your condition won’t be treated with pills, but with the prescription of a “gluten-free” diet that rules out these kinds of comfort foods. Giving up wheat, rye, barley and other foods or products that contain gluten can be overwhelming at first, but with time the change in diet can free the gluten intolerant from debilitating physical discomfort and sometimes crippling mental symptoms. continue reading

 
 
 

 

 

 


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