Washington State’s Hidden Treasure

Posted on February 27, 2007 by Michele Cheplic

The title of this blog may be a bit deceiving. Perhaps, it should read: “ONE of Washington State’s Hidden Treasures.” The Evergreen State is filled with natural wonders, many of which are tucked away in the hills and valleys that line the area. This particular “treasure,” which I am sharing with you today, was discovered during a recent family vacation. My aunt and uncle live in Milton, Washington (located south of Seattle and just east of Tacoma) and have graciously hosted us during a number of our family vacations. The first couple of times we visited we took in the … Continue reading →

The World of Snow Skiing

Posted on October 21, 2006 by Heather Long

Let me preface this blog with the information that I didn’t get to go skiing for the first time until I was about 26 years old. The first time I went, I was equal parts terrified and exhilarated. I had no idea what I was doing and we spent the fifty dollars to get me an hour ‘crash’ course lesson in downhill skiing. I didn’t like the name of it, but I quickly discovered that I loved the world of snow skiing. So What Kinds of Skiing is there? The first type of skiing that most people think of is … Continue reading →