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Hosting with Intention

8 tips for leaning into joy and minimizing stress this holiday season Article by Amber Dawn Schultheis | Photography by Lawson Coy Hosting friends and family during the holiday season can bring us so much joy. And also… stress. Having the privilege of sharing meals and laughter with loved ones takes thought and preparation as well as time that we don’t always have.    Though if we look back on our most memorable holiday moments, it wasn’t the flawless decor or over-the-top meals that stand...

Arts + Culture

Honor of a Lifetime

A humble artist finds his way to the White House through the Pacific NW Article by Teresa Coy | Photography by Lawson Coy Growing up in the small rural town of Bay Village, Ohio, Thomas William Jones fell in love with nature and the stories it holds. His father, a banker by day and a watercolor artist in his spare time, was a masterful example to both Thomas and his brother, Bill.   “I was fortunate to have a dad who loved to draw and paint. On the weekends he would set up his paints and...

Food + Beverage

Sugar Cookie Magic

The ultimate recipe for a variety of classic holiday treats. Article by Amber Dawn Schultheis | Photography by Lawson Coy The sugar cookie is an iconic holiday tradition. Families come together to make a delicious festive mess with all the icing and sprinkles our hearts desire. And that buttery, vanilla smell? It transports us into the kitchens we grew up in, creating ornament-like treats with the people who shaped us.    This “magic” dough can easily be made into several different cookies...

Education

Community Connector

How Nancy Keith is Transforming the Snohomish Chamber of Commerce Article by Amber Schultheis | Photography by Beauclair Photography While Nancy Keith waited in line to order her tea, she kindly patted the back of another patron and offered an ear of support. A seemingly small gesture, but indicative of the kind of human-centric leadership and kindness she exudes. Unsurprisingly, many people passing through the cafe seemed to know Nancy by name. She is approachable, cheery, and a wealth of...