Tag Archives: Washington Trails

Beware the Slippery Slope

Posted on July 10, 2016 by admin

When I went on the board of trustees of ACT Theatre, I knew there might be a conflict between monthly board meetings on Wednesdays at 4 p.m. and my Wednesday Walkie-Talkie hiking group, but I had no idea of how … Continue reading →

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De-Cluttering 101 Second Post

Posted on June 28, 2016 by admin

So it’s now June 28. Yesterday was our 62nd wedding anniversary and I’m still in the hobby room. My parents’ photos are almost gone, and a month ago I had turned my attention to another task. I had a huge … Continue reading →

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Looking for a hiking group? Start your own.

Posted on June 12, 2011 by admin

My hiking group has been hiking together for more than 15 years. During that time, of course, many people have come and gone, but the original two are still part of the gang–my husband Don and me. In the picture, … Continue reading →

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TEN ESSENTIALS FOR BACKPACKING WITH BABIES AND SMALL CHILDREN

Posted on August 9, 2010 by admin

(I wrote the  following article for the July+August issue of WASHINGTON TRAILS, a Publication of the Washington Trails Association.) In keeping with the tradition of creating lists of ten essentials, I offer my own ten here. Preparation:  Set up your … Continue reading →

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