Friday, October 2, 2026
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This week we conclude our 3-part series on pelagic birds, commonly called seabirds. Liam Hutcheson is again my co-author.
There is a family of seabirds in coastal, and offshore Washington waters …
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An opinionated reader writes that “the geologic record suggests to me that all species are initially ‘invasive’ and that all species eventually become extinct. Himalayan …
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October is my favorite month of the year. I enjoy the moderate weather, the beautiful colorful leaves that adorn the trees, the shorter days and longer nights and all the holiday festivities that …
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Last week, Hurricane Ian obliterated communities in Florida. As of today, according to CNN, at least 102 people have been reported killed by the hurricane in Florida – 55 of them in Lee County, …
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By Mary Beth Harrington, CVA
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10/4/22
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Dear Lexis,
What is the best tool you’ve ever heard of for changing your life?
Thanks,
Curious in Olympia
Dear Curious,
That’s a great question, and I would say that the …
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This week we will continue our series on pelagic birds, commonly called seabirds. Liam Hutcheson is again my co-author.
One of the most delightful birds to see out on the ocean are the Storm …
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I recently discovered a “new” newsletter from AARP called The Ethel, a free, weekly lifestyle newsletter inspired by AARP's amazing founder, Ethel Percy Andrus. And I must say I …
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I was in a store and noticed that Halloween decorations were merging with the Thanksgiving décor, followed closely by the Christmas onslaught. For the nonprofit sector, the holiday season is …
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By Mary Beth Harrington, CVA
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9/27/22
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Yesterday a friend pointed out something I had never noticed: This is the time of year when Himalayan blackberry bushes – one of our most common invasive species – send out long, arching …
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Pelagic Birds – Part 1
September and October are fairly boring months for local bird watching. So, as a change of pace, we are writing over the next few weeks about, and providing …
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By George Walter
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9/22/22
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Fairy tales can come true
It could happen to you
If you’re young at heart
Carolyn Leigh/Johnny Richards
Ever wonder what could come next?
Do you ever feel like your creative flow …
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By Kathleen Anderson
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9/21/22
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It’s a busy time of the year. The autumnal equinox arrives Thursday, also called the September equinox or fall equinox. College and Pro Football are in full swing. Hockey preseason starts this …
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9/20/22
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Dear Lexis,
I was reading through some of the comments on your previous posts and I just wanted to reach out because I feel like there are some things that need to be addressed. You tend to see …
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9/19/22
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A friend complained yesterday that the days are slipping away ever faster, and soon his life will be over. That’s a sensation that comes in September when every day is shorter than the …
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By Jill Severn
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9/16/22
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If you are of a certain age, you, like me, can remember when the family doctor came to your house when you were ill – where you were usually sitting up in bed, in your pajamas, with a …
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By Kathleen Anderson
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9/14/22
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Did you notice that Sunday was September 11? This used to be one of the busiest days of the year for me ever since the Points of Light Foundation designated 9/11 as a National Day of Service, a way …
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By Mary Beth Harrington, CVA
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9/13/22
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Dear Lexis,
I know that you encourage us to keep moving forward when times get tough, but I feel like I've been doing that for years and things still haven't shifted. I'm so tired of feeling like …
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By Alexis Rae Baker
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9/12/22
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Ah, the wonders of YouTube. It has noticed my interest in gardening and is now serving up all manner of videos on the subject – some dreadful, a few divine.
Among the divine is a biopic …
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By Jill Severn
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9/9/22
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September 11 – Grandparents Day!
September 17 – The Hope Vision Foundation Presents the Olympia Vision Fair.
September 22 - The Senior Action Network Presents: Living Well, Living Long!
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By Kathleen Anderson
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9/7/22
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Welcome to September! I don’t know about you, but it has already been a busy week…. I hope you had chance to attend Olympia Harbor Days (another local nonprofit) this past weekend. …
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By Mary Beth Harrington, CVA
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9/6/22
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