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I always enjoy writing about local business owners – it's fun to learn more about the people who make our community special, like Dr. Mike from Ascend Chiropractic.

Both Mom and Baby Can Benefit From Chiropractic Care - WhatcomTalk Moms-to-be probably haven’t given much consideration to their babies’ spines, but learn why Dr. Mike Motel, Chiropractor and owner of Bellingham's Ascend Chiropractic, would like them to.

You have two opportunities to see me present in Zoom-land tomorrow, Oct. 7. I'll be presenting "Mapping your customers' journey" at 10 a.m. for the Mount Vernon Chamber of Commerce's Marketing Mastermind group, then doing an encore presentation for the Whatcom Women's Network at noon. Message me for the meeting link to either session.

A couple of weeks ago I posted my interview with Chuck Robinson, co-founder of Village Books. Now, here's my interview with Chuck's wife and Village Books co-founder Dee Robinson. Such a delight to get to interview both of these delightful community builders!

Shelf Life: Dee Robinson on Growing Village Books - WhatcomTalk Dee Robinson looks back on the path that led her and husband Chuck Robinson to Bellingham from the Midwest, and how the couple then created and grew Village Books and Paper Dreams.

So much fun, and an honor, to get to talk with Chuck Robinson recently for WhatcomTalk. For those of you outside the Bellingham area, Chuck and his wife Dee founded our city's beloved independent bookstore, Village Books.

Chuck Robinson: Building Community One Book at a Time - WhatcomTalk Facebook162Tweet When Chuck and Dee Robinson left their Illinois home, the two teachers were off on a year-long leave of absence to travel the United States in an RV. Before the year was out, they had decided to start a completely new chapter in their lives—as booksellers in Bellingham. In June 19...

Sometimes I use the voice feature in Google docs to record my writing. (This is great when I'm waiting in the car to pick up a kid from wherever.) Sometimes, though, it doesn't work out so well, like this:
"so in the lungs develop dismal niche"
What heck was that supposed to mean? 😂😂

I'll be sharing some insights on how to write and best distribute press releases tomorrow, Feb. 25, for Whatcom Women's Network. Guests are welcomed. Email [email protected] to get the meeting link.

Looking for a sweet holiday gift? Marie's Bees is delivering up until 8 p.m. on Christmas Eve for orders in Whatcom and Skagit counties!

Make Someone’s Holiday Sweeter With Marie’s Bees - WhatcomTalk Looking for last-minute (local!) holiday gifts and stocking stuffers? Marie’s Bees has a variety of sweet options.

The holiday celebration Winterfest is still on in Fairhaven this year, with a few adjustments and a few new offerings.

Fairhaven’s Winterfest Is Back for 2020 - WhatcomTalk The magic of the holiday season won’t be missing in Fairhaven this year, despite the coronavirus pandemic putting a chill on the annual Winterfest celebration. You can look forward to many of the festival’s favorite activities still taking place, modified for the times.

My latest article for WhatcomTalk.com. I really enjoy connecting with all the wonderful people in our community to share their stories. 😊

Don’t Delay Needed Dental Care, Says Unity Care NW - WhatcomTalk Facebook28TweetPin How long has it been since you’ve seen the dentist? Your friends at the Unity Care NW dental clinics want you to know that they are open and operating safely. For most people, the twice-a-year visit for a regular cleaning has been put off due to the COVID-19 pandemic. For a sh...

As we get ready for an unprecedented back-to-school season, Dr. Thomas Rand talks about keeping kids engaged and healthy.

PeaceHealth Pediatrician Talks Back-to-School in the Time of COVID - WhatcomTalk PeaceHealth pediatrician, Dr. Thomas Rand, talks back-to-school in the time of COVID.