By Melanie Farmer There will be two eclipses in March. An eclipse happens when three celestial bodies align, blocking each other. A lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth blocks sunlight from reaching the moon, while a solar eclipse happens when the moon blocks sunlight from reaching the Earth. In Vedic astrology, Rahu represents the solar…
By Jane Valencia David Turnipseed is a language instructor with the Puyallup Tribal Language Program. In Part 1, David shared how Lushootseed, the language of the indigenous peoples of the Puget Sound region, had gone from nearly zero language speakers in 2014 to an estimated 500+ who speak it an hour or more a day….
By Emilia Vogt What do we know about the eating habits of our ancestors? And … what makes our own seasonal, diverse diets so different from ancient meals? Many eating a primal diet will tell you that our ancestors’ plates were heavy on meat and low on carbs … and that, as a result, we have…
By Chef Julia This chutney is a vibrant blend of tart, sweet, and warm flavors that bring depth to any dish. The cranberries provide a tangy base, while fresh orange zest adds citrusy brightness, and ginger lends a subtle heat that enhances the chutney’s complexity. Its rich yet refreshing taste makes it an ideal accompaniment…
By Marj Watkins Feast yoursel’s, friends, on the foods of dear old Ireland. A blessing ’tis, too, that they’re mostly cheap, easy to make, and tasty they are with … butter! I believe in butter. Sure, it’s got saturated fat in it, but never mind that. It’s Omega 3 fat, an essential to provide skin…
Legends of Vashon By Cynthia Sadurni Every time I board a ferry, I always scan the horizon, enjoying the sea breeze and the salty, clean smell of the water. I never tire of the natural beauty that surrounds us. No matter how many times I sail the waters of Puget Sound, wonders abound. There is…
By Alex Soriano The Observant Frog’s Log by Alex Soriano
By Daniel Hooker Q: What do you get when you cross a GPS with an alligator? A: A navigator. ~ I have a contact lens problem. I have no solution. ~ I want to tell you about this woman that I know who only eats plants. I know you never heard of her-bavore. ~ I…