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               MilloCreek
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               a publication exclusively for the residents of mill creek • January 2012




Happy New Year!
Meet Your Photographer:
Chelsi Greenwood Photography
and her beautiful Family!




I ns ide...
•	 Glassy	Baby	Event!
•	 Tablas	Woodstone	Taverna
	 Restaurant	Review
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                                                         911    emergency                                                                    AREA DIRECTOR Avery Holder
                                                                                                                                                           425.424.3663
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                                                425-745-6175    Mill creek Police                                                           PHOTOGRAPHER Chelsi Greenwood Photography
                                                360-668-5357    Fire District #7
                                                                                                                             CONTRIBUTING WRITERS James Holder
                                                                utilitiEs                                                                         Marla Nulph
                                                800-483-1000    Verizon                                                                           Charles Doepp
                                                888-225-5773    Puget sound energy
                                                                                                                                                  Lisa & Lindsay Ware
                                                425-783-1000    snohomish county PUD                                                          CREATIVE TEAM Christie Joyce
                                                425-481-1100    Waste Management nW                                                                         Kylie Martin
                                               800-COMCAST      comcast cable                                                                               Amanda Barnette
                                                425-787-0220    alderwood Water District
                                                425-337-3647    silver Lake Water District

                                                                schools
                                                425-338-5180    Mill creek elementary
                                                425-338-5080    Penny creek elementary
                                                425-338-5175    silver Lake elementary
                                                425-338-5150    Woodside elementary
                                                425-338-5000    Heatherwood Middle school
                                                425-316-5200    Henry M Jackson High school
                                                425-379-6363    archbishop Murphy
                                                206-289-7783    King’s school

                                                                othEr
                                                425-337-1116    city of Mill creek animal control
                                                425-743-1444    Mill creek country club
                                                425-743-5544    Mill creek Public Library
                                                425-353-7433    everett transit
                                                425-745-1891    city of Mill creek
                                                                http://www.cityofmillcreek.com/ 

                                                                organizations
                                                                Mill creek Women's club
                                                                http://www.millcreekwomensclub.com
                                                                West coast aquatics center
                                                                http://www.swimwca.org/
                                                                Greater Mill creek senior center
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                                                                       This section has been created to give you easier access when searching for a             HOTEL / BANQUET                    PRIVATE SCHOOL                    The Jet Bar & Grill                 TAEKWONDO
                                                                       trusted neighborhood vendor to use. Take a minute to familiarize yourself                AND CONFERENCE                     Archbishop Murphy                 800 164th St SE                     White Tiger Martial Arts
                                                                       with the businesses sponsoring The Mill Creek Influence .
                                                                                                                                                                ROOMS                              12911 39th Avenue Southeast       Mill Creek, WA 98012                3922 148th St SE
                                                                       These local businesses are proud to partner with your neighborhood and                   Woodmark Hotel                     Everett, WA 98208                 (425) 743-4594                      Bothell, WA 98012
                                                                       make this newsletter possible. Please support these businesses and thank                 1200 Carillon Point                (425) 379-6363                    www.thejetbar.com                   (425) 357-0357
                                                                       them for supporting you!
                                                                                                                                                                Kirkland, WA 98033                 www.am-hs.org                                                         www.white-tiger-ma.com
                                                                                                                                                                (425) 739-6330                                                       ROOFING / HOME
                                                                                                                                                                www.thewoodmark.com                King's Schools                    IMPROVEMENT                         TAX SERVICES
                                                                                                                                                                                                   129303 Fremont Ave N              North Creek Roofing                 Toyer Dietrich CPA
                                                                                                                                                                LANDSCAPING                        Shoreline, WA 98133               17624 15th Ave SE Ste 105A          3705 Colby Ave
AUTO CARE - REPAIR              COSMETIC DENTISTRY                    FAMILY ATHLETIC                           FRAMING                                         Classic Landscape Care             (206) 289-7783                    Bothell, WA 98012                   Everett, WA 98201
Quality Foreign Auto            / ORAL SURGERY                        CLUB                                      Artisan Custom Framing                          (425) 273-4512                     www.kingsschools.org              (425) 822-6921                      (425) 258-3432
18002 Bothell Everett Highway   Bill J Mulliken DDS                   Columbia Athletic Club                    15111 Main Street A 104                         www.classiclc.com                                                    www.northcreekroofing.com           www.toyercpa.com
Mill Creek, WA 98012            16030 Bothell Everett Highway # 280   505 128th St SE                           Mill Creek, WA 98012                                                               PROFESSIONAL
(425) 481-1200                  Mill Creek, WA 98012                  Everett, WA 98208                         (425) 385-2121                                  MATTRESSES                         PHOTOGRAPHY                       SECURITY & SOUND                    TIRES, BRAKES AND
www.qualityforeignauto.com      (425) 337-4001                        (425) 745-1617                            www.artisancustomframing.com                    Mattress City                      Chelsi Greenwood Photography      INTEGRATION                         BATTERIES
                                www.millcreekdentistry.com            www.columbiaathletic.com                                                                  121 SE Everett Mall Way Suite A    (509) 795-0215                    NW Security & Sound                 Les Schwab
CHILDREN AND                                                                                                    HEALTH SERVICES                                 Everett, WA 98208                  www.chelsigreenwoodphotography.   (350) 691-4200                      13223 Bothell Everett Hwy
FAMILY PHYSICIAN                DENTIST - PEDIATRIC                   FAMILY FUN                                Providence Physicians Group                     (425) 355-7378                     com                               www.nwsecurityandsound.biz          Mill Creek, WA 98012
Puget Sound Ear Nose & Throat   Lynnwood Kids Dentist                 Mill Creek Family YMCA                    (425) 316-5080                                  www.mattress-city.com                                                                                    (425) 337-6373
15021 Main Street Suite K       18833 28th Ave W Suit B               13723 Puget Sound Drive                   www.providence.org                                                                 REAL ESTATE AGENT                 SHOPPING AND                        www.lesschwab.com
Mill Creek, WA 98012            Lynnwood, WA 98036                    Everett, WA 98028                                                                         MEAL PREPARATION                   Remax - Sue and Charles Doepp     ENTERTAINMENT
(425) 337-4810                  (425) 774-1285                        (425) 337-0123                            HOME CLEANING                                   Dinners Ready                      (425) 280-4545                    Country Village Shops               TRAVEL SERVICES
www.pugetsoundent.com           www.kidsdentist.com                   www.ymca-snoco.org                        Maid Brigade                                    12305 120th Ave N.E.                                                 23718 Bothell Everett Hwy Suite H   Bourke Travel
                                                                                                                (206) 362-8439                                  Kirkland, WA 98034                 REAL ESTATE SALES                 Bothell, WA 98021                   16120 Cascadian Way
Western Washington Family &     DOG BOARDING                          FINANCIAL PLANNER                         www.maidbrigadenw.com                           (425) 825-9323                     Darren Munson                     (425) 483-2250                      Bothell, WA 98012
Pediatric Medicine              Doggy Haven Resort and Spa            Waddell & Reed - Bryan Hendrickson                                                        www.dinnersready.com               (425) 338-9400                    www.countryvillagebothell.com       (425) 787-1115
12728 19th Ave SE Ste 300       5303 Interurban Blvd                  19217 36th Ave W Suite 201                HOME                                                                               www.munsonhomes.com                                                   www.bourketravel.com
Everett, WA 98208               Bothell, WA 98012                     Lynnwood, WA 98036                        IMPROVEMENT                                     ORTHODONTIST                                                         SPA
(425) 317-8025                  (425) 482-4472                        (425) 774-9053                            Granite Transformations                         John W Stieber D.D.S.              RESTAURANT                        Lorinda's Salon Spa Store           WINDOW COVERING
www.wwmedgroup.com              www.doggyhaven.com/                   bhendrickson.wrfa.com/                    11524 Mukilteo Speedway                         1025 153rd St. SE                  La Palmera                        800 164th St SE                     Budget Blinds
                                                                                                                Mukilteo, WA 98275                              Mill Creek, WA 98012               1629 Center Rd                    Mill Creek, WA 98012                9915 7th Ave St Se
CHURCHES                        FACIALS / SKIN CARE                   FIREPLACES &                              (425) 773-4938                                  (425) 745-6322                     Everett, WA 98204                 (425) 743-9722                      Everett, WA 98208
Gold Creek Community Church     Mill Creek Skin and Laser             BARBECUES                                 www.granitetransformations.                     www.jwstieber.com                  (425) 379-5100                    www.lorindassalon.com               (425) 338-7933
4326 148th St SE                15111 Main Street                     Hearthside & Home                         com/northseattle/                                                                  www.lapmillcreek.com                                                  www.budgetblindsmillcreek.com
Mill Creek, WA 98012            Mill Creek, WA 98012                  4829 196th SW #D                                                                          PET FENCING                                                          Woodmark Hotel
(425) 316-3333                  (425) 316-8200                        Lynnwood, WA 98036                        HOSPITAL                                        Invisible Fence                    Russell's Restaurant              1200 Carillon Point                 YOGA
www.goldcreek.org               www.millcreekskinlaser.com            (425) 771-6434                            Providence Regional Medical Center              (888) 897-5917                     3305 Monte Villa Parkway          Kirkland, WA 98033                  Laughing Buddha Yoga
                                                                      www.hearthsideandhome.com                 (425) 261-2000                                  www.invisiblefencenw.com           Bothell, WA 98012                 (425) 739-6330                      17624 15th Ave SE 111A
                                                                                                                www.providence.org                                                                 (425) 486-4072                    www.thewoodmark.com                 Mill Creek, WA 98012
                                                                                                                                                                PET TRAINING                       www.rdlcatering.com                                                   (206) 617-1672
                                                                                                                                                                Invisible Fence                                                                                          laughingbuddhayogastudio.com
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North Creek Roofing – Cherry Byrd                                       Waddell and Reed – Kaylene Brewer
Wine picnic basket                                                      Comprehensive Financial plan ($900 value)

Quality Foreign Auto – Vicki Samuelson                                  Mattress City – Carol Confer
$50.00 gift certificate towards any major service                       Memory Foam Pillow

Artisan Custom Framing – Corinne Johanson                               Western Washington Family Medicine – Connie Bolton
$40.00 gift certificate                                                 Emory’s Restaurant Gift Certificate

Dr. Mulliken at Mill Creek Dentistry – Karen Day                        Chelsi Greenwood Photography – Katie Stark
Gift Certificate to Massage Envy & Azul                                 Complimentary Photo Shoot

White Tiger Martial Arts – Casey Culberson                              Gold Creek Community Church – Bryan Hendrickson
One Month of classes including uniform & t-shirt                        $20 gift certificate to the Cafe

The Country Village Shops – Galinda Porter                              Mill Creek YMCA – Amy McCarthy
$50 gift certificate to Country Village                                 1 month of free membership

Budget Blinds – Alyssa Culberson                                        Lorinda’s Salon and Spa Store                                                                                                                                                            3/31/2012
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it	appears	that	no	part	of	the	fitness	uni-
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So	where	does	one	go	for	a	golf	workout?	         swing	and	equipment.	The	institute	is	one	       consulting	these	professionals	is	that	their	
Start	at	the	local	gym.		Many	gyms	have	          of	the	most	technology	advanced	golf	            focus	is	solidly	on	golf	fitness.	
exercise	equipment	that	can	be	used	or	           evaluation	facilities	in	existence	focusing	
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your	golf	game.	If	the	local	gym	is	not	          custom	equipment	fitting.	Although	not	          there	are	cable	TV	shows,	web	sites	and	
to	your	liking	try	a	fitness	facility	that	is	    cheap	this	experience	will	define	you	as	        books	that	address	the	fitness	needs	and	
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                                                                                                                                                                                                news
                                                                                                                                                                                         from the Mill Creek
                                                                                                                                                                                                 women’s club
                                                                                                                                                                                         	The	Mill	Creek	Women’s	Club	is	a	




precious pets
                                                                                                                                                                                         wonderful	social	and	philanthropic	club,	
                                                                                                                                                                                         which	gives	you	the	opportunity	to	meet	
                                                                                                                                                                                         new	friends	and	give	back	to	the	commu-
                                                                                                                                                                                         nity.	Why	not	make	2012	the	year	to	join	
                                                                                                                                                                                         us	at	our	upcoming	luncheon	on	January	
                                                                                                                                                                                         18th	at	the	Mill	Creek	Country	Club.		
                                                                                                                                                                                         The	American	Ballroom	Dance	Institute	
                                                        save Sa                                                                          Pet Name: Bonhoeffer Ware                       will	be	teaching	Latin	Dancing.		We	will	
                                                       10% or Tvreai1n0% on a Gr                                                                                                         be	taught	simple	and	easy	Latin	Dance	
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                                                                                                                                         have	lived	in	Mill	Creek	for	12	years	
                                                                                                                                         now.	Our	precious	pet	is	Bonhoeffer	
                                                                                                                                                                                         The	Mill	Creek	Women’s	Club	Philan-
                                                                                                                                         (a.k.a.	Bon	Bon),	and	he	is	a	Pomera-
                                                                                                                                                                                         thropy	Chair,	Pat	Lawrence	was	pleased	       Wardrobe.	We	are	still	in	need	of	mon-      “Girls	Night	Out”.	More	information	will	
                                                                                                                                         nian	with	orange	and	white	fur.	He	was	
                                                                                                                                                                                         to	report	that	our	Annual	Auction	held	       etary	donations,	so	reach	in	your	heart	    follow	in	the	coming	months	for	this	perfect	
                                                                                                                                         named	after	a	famous	German	Theolo-
                                                                                                                                                                                         at	our	November	luncheon	raised	in	           and	mail	a	tax	deductible	check	made	out	   night	out	with	our	dearest	and	best	girl-
 Because your dog deserves the best...                                                                                                   gian,	Dietrich	Bonhoeffer,	in	an	attempt	
                                                                                                                                                                                         excess	of	$14,000	for	the	YWCA	Path-          to	“YWCA	Pathways”	to	The	Mill	Creek	       friends.		Hint:		The	whole	Town’s	involved.
 Located just minutes away, yet worlds apart, discover why Doggy Haven Resort is this                                                    to	get	my	husband	to	like	him.	Is	it	
                                                                                                                                                                                         ways	for	Women.		These	monies	will	go	        Women’s	Club,	PO	Box	12453	Mill	
 areas number one destination for dogs.                                                                                                  working?	Well,	let’s	just	say	my	husband	
 From the moment they enter our lobby, guests to our spacious countryside resort                                                                                                         towards	the	much	needed	programs	to	          Creek,	WA		98082.		Your	generosity	is	      Again,	we	invite	you	to	join	our	club	
                                                                                                                                         still	prefers	the	human	Bonhoeffer!	
 experience friendship, stimulation and relaxation in boarding and daycare, develop new                                                                                                  run	Pathways	for	Women,	such	as	a	Staff	      greatly	appreciated.                        and	attend	our	upcoming	luncheon	on	
 skills and a strengthened relationship with you in training, and receive
                                                                                                                                                                                         Advocate	for	their	Children	of	Domes-                                                     January	18th.	Please	contact	Kathleen	
 excellent handling and care while being groomed head to tail.                                                  Bonhoeffer	is	a	cheerful	dog,	and	he	spins	in	circles	when	he	
                                                                                                                                                                                         tic	Violence	Program,	Mental	Health	          Stay	tuned	for	an	exciting	announcement	    Corbiere	at	425-357-6239	or	send	an	
 Come experience everything we have to offer!                                                                   sees	you,	and	until	you	pick	him	up.	He	loves	to	ride	in	the	car	
                                                                                                                                                                                         Counseling	for	low-income	women	in	           that	will	also	benefit	YWCA	Pathways	for	   email	to	membershipmcwc@gmail.com	
                                                                                                                when	I	go	pick	up	the	kids	from	school.	It	is	a	guarantee	that	
                                                                                                                                                                                         our	community	and	Working	Women’s	            Women.		Remember	you	heard	it	first	as	     to	make	your	reservation	today.		
                                                                                                                when	you	see	him,	you	will	smile!	
           O ering you & your dog the f inest
       Boarding, Daycare, Grooming
                  & Training                                                                                    Bon	Bon	cannot	really	be	considered	a	spoiled	dog.	The	fact	is,	he	
                                                                              482-4472 Phone
                     in one location                                                                            really	has	to	“endure”	all	of	the	love	and	affection	that	he	receives	
                                                                                                                from	our	kids,	especially	our	9-year-old	Caitlin,	and	her	6-year-          Why not make 2012 the year to join us at our upcoming
                                                                                                                old	brother,	Jameson.	Bon	Bon	brings	lots	of	joy	to	our	lives!
                    Your dog’s favorite destination!                                                                                                                                       luncheon on January 18th at the Mill Creek Country Club.
                          www.doggyhaven.com
     5303 West Interurban Boulevard, Bothell, WA 98012            (425) 482-4472 Phone
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W       e	know	many	of	you	have	at	least	
        one	Glassybaby	in	your	home,	
right?	Imagine	creating	your	own	piece	of	
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Several	Mill	Creek	residents	recently	had	
                                                                                                                                            $600,000	from	sales	to	charities	dedicat-      year.	The	more	Glassybabys	that	are	sold,	    blowing	event	as	The	Influence	did,	or	
the	chance	to	do	just	that!		We	were	able	
                                                                                                                                            ed	to	healing	and	helping	patients	with	       the	more	money	that	will	be	given	away	       enjoy	an	insider’s	view	of	glass	artistry	at	
to	create	bowls,	tumblers,	balls	and	paper-
                                                                                                                                            those	costs	during	chemotherapy.	The	          to	charities.It	takes	four	artists	to	make	   the	Madrona	studio	of	Glassybaby	during	
weights	with	our	own	individual	choices	
                                                                                                                                            company’s	goal	is	to	eventually	give	away	     one	Glassybaby.	                              a	30-45	minute	tour.	Contact	events@
and	colors.
                                                                                                                                            10%	of	all	sales	to	charities.                                                               glassybaby.com.		Glassybaby	has	three	
                                              When	we	weren’t	creating	our	master-          in	the	soothing	light	and	found	the	peace	                                                     Glassybabys	are	made	by	Seattle	artists	      Seattle	area	stores:	University	Village,	
There’s	nothing	like	a	first-hand	experi-     pieces,	we	enjoyed	horsd’oeuvres	and	sip-     and	calm	she	needed	to	heal.		She	wanted	       Some	charity	partners	include	Seattle	         in	400+	colors	with	names	like	hope,	joy,	    Bellevue	on	Main	Street	and	the	flagship	
ence	working	with	molten	glass	on	a	          ping	from	our	Glassybaby	“drinkers”	aka	      to	spread	that	hope.                            Cancer	Care	Alliance,	Memorial	Sloan-          frog	hunting,	wet	dog,	Grandma	Jane’s	        store/studio	in	Madrona.
blowpipe	using	the	bench,	marver,	blocks,	    “drinkybabyies.”	It	truly	was	a	fun	and	                                                      Kettering,	Fred	Hutchinson	Cancer	             caramel	and	happiness.	70+	artists	work	
and	jacks	to	bring	out	your	inner	Michel-     social	evening.	Glassybaby	makes	a	per-       She	began	hiring	artists	to	make	more	of	       Research	Center,	Gilda’s	Club	New	York	        seven	days	a	week	at	the	Madrona	stu-         Every	day	is	a	Glassybaby	day,	of	course,	
angelo.	It	was	truly	a	one-of-a-kind	         fect	gift	and	many	of	the	attendees	left	     the	glass	votives	so	that	she	could	spread	     City,	The	Humane	Society	of	the	United	        dio.	The	company	just	added	two	new	          but	holidays	are	a	wonderful	time	to	
hands-on	affair.	Big	thanks	to	Stewart	       with	new	purchases	for	holiday	gifts.	        the	light	of		Glassybaby,	and	Glassybaby	       States	and	Camp	Korey	(a	Paul	Newman	          ovens	and	more	artists	to	keep	up	with	       share	the	light,	beauty,	inspiration	and	
and	Julie	Patey	of	Mattress	City	for	pro-     Glassybaby	was	started	by	founder	Lee	        was	born!		To	Lee,	they	represented	“that	      Hole	in	the	Wall	Camp	for	sick	children).      the	demand.	People	who	are	touched	           charity	of	a	Glassybaby	gift.
viding	the	fine	wine	for	this	event	and	      Rhodes	in1998	who	was	fighting	her	           deep	breath	that	we	often	forget	to	take.”	     Glassybaby	are	a	gift	of	goodwill	and	         by	Glassybaby	share	their	stories	of	
Tablas	Woodstone	Taverna	for	providing	       third	battle	with	cancer	and	raising	three	   Lee	remembers	meeting	people	in	wait-           people	buy	them	to	signify	people	in	          hope,	humor,	loss	and	love.	As	each	one	      Special thanks to Tiffany Brown from
the	amazing	food,	and	last	but	not	least,	    small	children	when	she	first	dropped	a	      ing	rooms	who	could	not	afford	basic	           their	lives	or	special	occasions:	weddings,	   leaves	the	door,	Lee	knows	that	it	will	      Sealed with Love for putting together the
the	awesome	music	provided	by	Experi-         tea	light	into	a	handmade,	colorful,	glass	   day-to-day	costs	like	bus	fare	and	grocer-      funerals,	birthdays,	or	even	a	new	baby.		     play	a	part	of	light	and	hope	in	a	new	       entire event from start to finish, I couldn’t
ence	Sound	Systems.	                          votive.	Lee	found	great	hope	and	healing	     ies	during	treatment.		Health	insurance	        They	are	symbols	of	hope	during	difficult	     story.	There	are	many	ways	to	experi-         have done it without her.
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                                                                                                                                                                                                               kids kids
                                                                                                                                           Age:	10	
                                                                                                                                           Grade:	5th	Grade
                                                                                                                                           Favorite Movies:		“Up”	–	“Mrs.	Doubtfire”	--	
                                                                                                                                           Favorite Music: 	Adele,		Katy	Perry,	Lady	Gaga,	Gwen	Stefani	
                                                                                                                                           Sports I Play:	“Soccer”	–	“Softball”
                                                                                                                                           Musical Instrument I Play/Want to Learn: Piano,Violin	&	Recorder
                                                                                                                                           Special Interests/Hobbies:	I	like	to	Ski	&		I	like	to	Draw,	
                                                                                                                                           Your Favorite Vacation:	I	love	Hawaii	&	California
                                                                                                                                           Upcoming Challenge(s):	State	Cup	(Soccer)
                                                                                                                                           Something Unique About Me: 	I	love	Whales	&	like	to	collect	
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                                              Speakers-Mike	Todd,	Mayor	of	Mill	           Jackie	Toombs,	chair	of	the	Mill	Creek	         Favorite Movies: “Despicable	Me”
                                              Creek	and	Commander	Daniel	Limberg,	         Arts	and	Beautification	Advisory	Board,	        Favorite Music: Lady	Gaga	&	Jennifer	Lopez
                                              Executive	Officer	at	Everett	Navy	Station	   worked	with	the	City	to	make	the	cer-           Sports I Play:		Soccer,	Basketball
Over 100 people braved the rain to attend     who	is	a	resident	of	Mill	Creek.             emony	possible.                                 Musical Instrument I Play/Want to Learn:	Piano
the Veteran's Day Ceremony at the Mill                                                                                                     Special Interests/Hobbies: I	like	to	play	sports,	paint,	ride	my	
Creek Veteran's Monument located in           National	Anthem	sung	by	Dyann	Arthur	        The	Veteran's	Monument	honors	those,	liv-       bike	and	read                                                                                                            children and fam
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Wright	raised	the	flag.	 Chuck	Wright	                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     -12 school year.
                                              came	all	the	way	from	the	east	coast	to	                                                                                                                                                   esday, January
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                                                                                                                                               a	time	on	a	wood	plank	which	had	the	           placed	at	the	center	of	the	table,	indi-
                                                                                                                                               Tablas	logo	burned	in.	Even	though	there	       vidual	plates	taken	one	at	a	time,	dished	
                                                                                                                                               was	several	planks	brought	to	our	table,	       up	by	our	amazing	wait	staff,	and	brought	
                                                                                                                                               these	disappeared	very	quickly	as	every-        back	to	us	to	enjoy.	This	dish	had	some	of	
                                                                                                                                               one	expressed	delight	while	eating	this	        everything	in	it,	Shrimp,	Mussels,	But-
                                                                                                                                               dish.	As	the	next	wave	of	Tapas	was	being	      ter	Clams,	all	of	which	were	layered	into	
                                                                                                                                               brought	out	to	our	table,	we	all	began	to	      an	amazingly	flavored	Rice	with	cheeses	
                                                                                                                                               realize	that	this	was	just	the	beginning.	      and	Lemon	slices	adorning	the	perimeter.	
                                                                                                                                                                                               As	with	all	the	dished	we	had	previously	
                                                                                                                                               Salmon	&	Dungeness	Terrine	w/	house	            tasted,	this	dish	was	very	delicious	and	
                                                                                                                                               made	crackers,	Grilled	Asparagus	w/             enjoyable	to	eat,	providing	a	multitude	of	
                                                                                                                                               Aioli,	Tigre’s	Stuffed	mussels,	                wonderful	flavors,	some	guests	had	sec-
                                                                                                                                                                                               onds	and	some	even	had	thirds.				
                                                                                                                                               Baked	Feta	w/	sundried	tomato	and	
                                                                                                                                               Kalamata	olives,	Calamari	Tenders	              Dessert	was	also	served	Tapas	style,	
                                                                                                                                               w/	Serrano	Aioli,	and	Gazpacho	with	            Crème	brulee,	Cheesecake,	Ice	Creams,	
                                                                                                                                               Chilled	Vegetables	Soup	began	to	arrive	        and	custards	all	grouped	and	served	
                                                                                                                                               at	our	table	one	dish	after	another.	           together	on	several	Tablas	branded	wood	
                                                                                                                                                                                               serving	planks	for	the	entire	party	to	
                                                                                                                                               All	of	these	dished	were	amazing,	The	          sample	from,	all	very	tasty.




Review
                                                                                                                                               Salmon	and	Dungeness	Terrine	had	won-
                    restaurant                                                                                                                 derful	flavor	and	a	texture	that	literally	     From	the	beginning	of	our	evening,	right	
                                                                                  Tablas Woodstone Taverna                                     melted	in	your	mouth,	it	was	hard	not	          down	to	the	very	last	spoonful	of	dessert,	
                                                                                  15522 Main Street  Mill Creek, Wa 98012-9023                 to	put	a	heaping	amount	of	this	on	your	        the	food,	the	service	and	our	dining	expe-
                                                                                                                                               house	made	cracker.	The	Grilled	Aspara-         rience	at	Tablas Woodstone Taverna was	a	
                                                                                  (425) 948-7654
                                                                                                                                               gus	was	cooked	perfectly,	retaining	just	       great	experience.	I	know	I	will	be	dining	
                                                                                                                                               the	right	amount	of	crispness	and	paired	       there	frequently	to	sample	more	from	
                                                                                                                                               with	the	Aioli	was	delightful	on	the	taste	     their	extensive	menu.		
                                                                                                                                               buds.	The	Tigre’s	Stuffed	Mussels,	two	
Located at 15522 Main Street in Mill Creek, is Tab-                    candles	adorn	the	walls,	the	free	standing	gas	fireplace	with	a	        words-	Unique	and	Absolutely	Tasty	(ok	         DISCLAIMER:	The	business	reviewed	in	this	sec-
                                                                       suspended	hood	(a	focal	point	upon	entering	the	establishment),	        that’s	more	than	two	words)	but	really,	
las Woodstone Taverna, a Spanish Mediterranean                                                                                                                                                 tion	provided	products	and/or	services	free	of	charge	in	
                                                                       the	beautiful	rustic	solid	wood	“large	group	table”	which	we	           most	of	us	had	never	experienced	Mus-           exchange	for	this	review.
tapas restaurant, which as mentioned by many resi-                     were	seated	at,	smaller	tables	lining	the	storefront	windows,	and	      sels	prepared	in	this	manner.	If	you	like	
dents, is a wonderful addition to the Town Center.                     cozy	raised	booths	lining	the	interior	wall.							                     mussels	-this	is	an	absolutely	must	try	
                                                                                                                                               dish.	The	Calamari	Tenders	w/Serrano	
From	the	moment	we	walked	into	Tablas	Woodstone	Taverna,	              Tapas (Spanish	pronunciation: [‘tapas])	-	a	wide	variety	of	            Aioli	was	another	dish	that	disappeared	
we	were	greeted	with	warm	welcoming	smiles	and	amazing	                appetizers,	or	snacks,	in	Spanish	cuisine.	They	may	be	cold	(such	      very	quickly,	the	Gazpacho	with	Chilled	
hospitality.	We	were	quickly	introduced	to	our	wait	staff	(who	        as	mixed	olives	and	cheese)	or	warm.                                    Vegetable	Soup,	in	a	few	words	-Yum,	
by	the	way	took	very,	very	good	care	of	our	large	party	the	entire	                                                                            Refreshing,	Wow,	Summery	(is	that	a	
evening)	and	ushered	in	past	a	large,	free-standing	cylindrical	       Tablas	has	several	pages	of	tapas	&	small	plates	to	sample	indi-        word?)	and,	Is	there	anymore?	
gas	fireplace	located	at	the	central	core	of	the	restaurant,	to	our	   vidually,	to	layer	together,	and/or	to	share	with	others.	(They	
expansive,	almost	rustic	styled	solid	wood	table	which	was	pre-        also	have	a	nice	wine	list	and	a	full	bar).That	night	Clara	(our	       Needless	to	say	that	after	all	this	Tapas,	
set	for	16	guests.	Tablas	also	has	a	very	large	wine	selection	and	    chef )	had	made	our	choices	easy	for	us	by	creating	an	impres-          we	were	all	feeling	satisfied,	but	out	
a	full	bar	to	quench	your	thirst	if	you	so	desire.			                  sive	Tapas	menu	that	we	would	not	soon	forget.	                         came	the	main	course,	Seafood	Paella.	
                                                                                                                                               This	dish	had	been	specially	prepared	for	
Once	seated,	I	could	not	help	but	take	in	the	interior	décor,	and	     We	started	out	with	the	Bacon	wrapped	Dates	with	Balsamic	              our	group	and	it	was	spectacular	in	size,	
I	must	say	I	was	impressed	with	the	environment	that	has	been	         Reduction.	These	arrived	on	a	skewer	(perfect	for	sharing/              visual	presentation,	variety	and	taste.	This	
created	here.	Tablas	has	a	very	warm	and	comfortable	ambiance;	        sampling),	drizzled	with	Balsamic	reduction,	and	served	four	at	        is	considered	a	community	dish	and	was
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     Family
     spotlight          Family member names:	David,	Chelsi,	                                                  Family traditions: Every	Monday	is	family	night.	We	go	out	to	
                        Madisyn,	Marlie                                                                       breakfast	with	all	of	our	extended	family	on	Christmas	morning.		

                        Pets: none                                                                            Kids? What activities are they involved with?	Madisyn	is	in	preschool
                        Where are you from? David	was	born	in	the	
                        Bay	Area	in	California	and	lived	there	                                               What do you like to do to relax?	Watch	a	good	movie	in	our	sweats	
                        until	the	end	on	Elementary	School.	                                                  with	a	yummy	treat!
                        Then	he	moved	to	Snohomish	WA	where	
                        he	lived	until	after	High	School.	Chelsi	                                             What music do you listen to?	David	likes	Rap/	R&B.	Chelsi	loves	
                        grew	up	in	the	Bay	Area	in	California	                                                Country.	Madi	and	Marlie	like	twinkle	twinkle	little	star
                        and	lived	there	until	she	and	David	got	
                        married                                                                               What are your favorite tV shows?	Castle,	Raising	Hope,	The	Office

                        how long have you lived in your neighbor-                                             What is your favorite part about living in your neighborhood?	Being	so	
                        hood? A	little	over	a	year                                                            close	to	everything!	We	love	to	walk	everywhere	to	run	errands.	

                        Profession(s):	David	is	an	employed	by	
                        Costco	in	Everett.	Chelsi	owns	and	runs	
                        Chelsi	Greenwood	Photography.	She	
                        specializes	in	creating	photographic	art	for	
                        families	and	high	school	seniors.

                        Favorite activities/hobbies: camping	on	the	
                        beach,	going	for	walks,	playing	games,	
                        having	barbeques	in	the	summer

                        Favorite Play area/Park/hang out:	North	
                        Creek	Park

                        Favorite restaurants: Azul,	Olive	Garden,	
                        Thai	Bistro

                        Favorite Vacation spot: Southern	California	
                        Beach

                        Favorite sports teams: Oakland	A’s,	Seattle	
                        Seahawks

                        Favorite Family Dinner: Homemade	tortilla	
                        chicken	soup	with	quesadillas	on	the	side.	
                        Yum!
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                           When	being	treated	with	the	Elite™	Aesthetic	Laser,	you	may	
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                                                                            results	compared	with	15	mm	spot	size	on	Classic	Elite.
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Resident	Recipe         By Chef Colin of the Players Club




                                                  INGReDIeNTS


                                                  .	   8	ounces	angel	hair	pasta,,	freshly	cooked	according	to	pack	
                                                  	    age	directions	
                                                  .	   1/2	cup	Crisco®	100	%	Extra	Virgin	Olive	Oil	
                                                  .	   5	cloves	garlic,,	minced	
                                                  .	   1/2	teaspoon	crushed	red	pepper	flakes,	or	to	taste	
                                                  .	   1	can	diced	tomatoes,	drained,	(14.5	oz.)	
                                                  .	   4	green	onions,	thinly	sliced	
                                                  .	   1	teaspoon	salt	
                                                  .	   1	container	container	fresh	mozzarella	cheese,	drained,	sliced	
                                                  .	   1/2	cup	fresh	basil	leaves,	torn	into	small	pieces	
                                                  	    grated	Parmesan	cheese	



                                                  DIReCTIoNS

                                                  PLACe	freshly	cooked	pasta	in	a	large	bowl;	set	aside.	

                                                  HeAT	olive	oil	in	medium	skillet	over	medium	high	heat.	Add	
                                                  garlic	and	crushed	red	pepper	flakes;	cook	and	stir	1	minute.	
                                                  Add	drained	tomatoes	and	green	onions;	sprinkle	with	salt.	

                                                  CooK	and	stir	until	just	heated	through,	about	3	minutes.	Toss	
                                                  the	hot	cooked	angel	hair	pasta	with	tomato	mixture.	

                                                  ADD the	sliced	fresh	mozzarella	cheese	and	torn	basil	leaves;	
                                                  toss	to	mix.	Divide	pasta	between	4	dinner	plates.	Serve	imme-
                                                  diately	with	grated	Parmesan	cheese.
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                                                        Tour & Travel
                                                         Australia.	New	Zealand.
                                                         Two of the World’s great unspoilt frontiers.
                                                         The diverse natural and cultural landscapes of Australia and New
                                                         Zealand are inspiring. Full of rich and fascinating experiences, they
                                                         are the perfect back drop to lose yourself…and find yourself.




Distinctive Australia
Experience	nature’s	drama.	From	the	endless	space	and	the	
changing	colors	of	the	Australian	Outback	and	Red	Center,	to	
the	awe-inspiring	national	parks	of	the	Top	End.	From	the	big	
                                                                  city	excitement	of	Sydney	and	Melbourne	to	the	underwater	
                                                                  wonderland	of	the	Great	Barrier	Reef,	with	miles	of	pristine,	
                                                                  sun-loving	coastline	in	between.	Australia	has	its	fair	share	of	
                                                                                                                                              car O F                                                                              THE MONTH
                                                                  iconic	natural	wonders.	Discover	40,000	years	of	indigenous	
                                                                  history,	wildlife	you	never	thought	existed	and	local	characters	
                                                                                                                                            Do you have a classic, exotic or
                                                                  whose	warmth	and	humor	will	stay	with	you	long	after	you	
                                                                  return	home.                                                              just plain cool car?
                                                                                                       Dream-like New Zealand
                                                                                                                                            This	is	a	very	rare	1980	BMW	M1	with	only	10,000	original	
                                                                                                       New	Zealand	is	arguably	the	         miles.	Finished	in	original	Henna	exterior	with	2-tone	black	
                                                                                                       world’s	purest	destination	–	        and	grey	interior.	This	is	one	of	the	lowest	mile	M1's	in	the	
                                                                                                       clean,	green	and	uncrowded.	         world.	Recently	winning	the	2011	Preservation	award	at	the	
                                                                                                       Vast	open	spaces	are	filled	         BMW	Puget	Sound	CCA	Concourse.	The	M1	was	BMW's	
                                                                                                       with	jaw-dropping	landscapes.	       first	BMW	Motorsport	vehicle.	This	is	where	the	"M"	in	BMW	
                                                                                                       From	the	tranquility	of	Mil-         Motorsport	comes	from.	The	"M"	stands	for	"Mid-Engine"	
                                                                                                       ford	Sound	to	the	action	and	        firsts	series,	M1.	The	M1	was	a	joint	venture	between	BMW	
                                                                                                       adventure	of	Queenstown,	            and	Lamborghini,	designed	as	a	production	racing	car	for	
                                                                                                       the	South	Island	is	full	of	         homologation.	The	M1	was	produced	from	1978-1981.	This	was	
                                                                  contrasts.	Picture	snow-capped	mountain	ranges	and	mighty	                the	only	mid-engined	BMW	to	be	mass	produced.	After	several	
                                                                  fiords,	braided	rivers,	wild	forests	and	crater	lakes.	The	North	         prototypes	were	made,	only	456	production	M1's	were	ever	pro-
                                                                  Island	holds	its	own	with	the	stunning	Bay	of	Islands,	the	bus-           duced	in	the	world.	Out	of	the	456	BMW	M1's	produced,	there	
                                                                  tling	harbor	city	of	Auckland,	active	volcanoes	and	geothermal	           were	about	50	made	into	BMW	M1	Pro	Cars.	BMW	M1's	are	
                                                                  Rotorua	–	the	epicenter	of	New	Zealand’s	Maori	culture.	                  currently	valued	between	$100-200K	in	U.S	funds.	The	M1	is	
                                                                                                                                            one	of	the	rarest	BMW's	ever	made,	and	is	destined	to	be	one	of	
                                                                  With	a	range	of	innovative	itineraries	and	different	ways	to	travel,	     the	most	sought	after	European	sports	cars	ever	produced.
                                                                  from	a	day	to	a	month,	we	cover	the	best	of	Australia	and	New	
                                                                  Zealand.	We	can’t	wait	to	show	you	these	destinations	we	love!
                                                                                                                                            Each month we will be highlighting a resident’s car in The Mill Creek Influence.
                                                                                                                                            Highlighting your car is FREE and is offered exclusively to residents of Mill Creek.
                                                                  Learn more about all the places we travel to at www.bourketravel.com      To have your car featured in the next available monthly newsletter, all it takes is
                                                                                                                                            an email to Avery at avery.holder@n2pub.com.
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                                                                                                                                                                                                 The	Mill	Creek

It’s 4:30,                                                                                                                                                                                       REST STOP..
                                                                                                                                                                                                 Mattress City, a different kind of Mattress store…

what’s for dinner?!                                                                                                                                                                              By	Stewart	Patey/Owner	Mattress	City



                                                                                                                                             Welcome to a new year! 2012.	This	is	the	time	many	of	us	begin	             Mattress	City	has	some	of	the	best	manufacture	warranties	
                                                                                                                                             resolutions	to	better	our	lives.	Mattress	City	has	a	great	solution	        offered.	One	of	the	reasons	for	this	is	we	do	business	with	local	
                                                                                                                                             to	ring	in	the	New	Year.	A	new	mattress	set.	Come	in	during	the	            manufacturers	here	in	the	State	of	Washington.	As	a	family	
As	you	may	have	noticed,	Dinners	Ready	is	no	longer	located	in	                                                                              month	of	January	and	take	advantage	of	our	winter	specials.	Men-            owned	and	operated	mattress	store	we	think	it’s	important	to	
the	Mill	Creek	Town	Center;	but	do	not	worry,	they	have	tran-                                                                                tion the Mill Creek Influence	and	receive	a	FREE	memory	foam	pil-           support	local	business	too.	
sitioned	into	complimentary	delivery	straight	to	your	door	and	                                                                              low	with	any	mattress	set	purchase.	No	minimums	required!	
even	more	amazing	is	their	exceptionally	easy	website	ordering	                                                                                                                                                          Mattress	City	hopes	your	2012	is	safe	and	prosperous.	Be	sure	
system!	Rick	and	his	wife	are	thrilled	to	offer	FREE	delivery	                                                                               Mattress	City	is	committed	to	helping	you	sleep	better.	We	are	             to	visit	our	website	at	www.mattress-city.com	for	the	latest	
right	to	your	front	door,	Mill	Creek	residents!		Of	course,	if	you	   for	you.	Want	to	make	the	meals	yourself ?	Come	in	and	our	            one	of	the	only	non-commissioned	mattress	stores	in	the	State.	             information.	Follow	us	on	Facebook	for	specials	not	found	any-
prefer	to	make	your	own	meals	they	are	still	very	conveniently	       staff	will	work	hard	to	take	care	of	you,	making	your	time	with	       Stop	by	and	lie	down	on	some	beds	and	just	basically	hang	out.	             where	else.	Remember	that	Mattress	City	helps	families	in	need	
located	in	Kirkland.		                                                us	fun	and	easy.	                                                      No	better	place	to	do	that	than	at	Mattress	City.	We	are	located	           who	normally	can’t	afford	a	new	mattress	set.	We	donate	used	
                                                                                                                                             conveniently	at	121	SE	Everett	Mall	Way.	1	block	west	of	Target.	           mattresses	to	anyone	who	needs	them.	Help	us	by	telling	others.	
Dinners	Ready	provides	delicious,	restaurant-quality	meals	           With	Dinners	Ready,	you'll	make	fewer	trips	to	the	grocery	                                                                                        Another	way	Mattress	City	looks	to	make	a	difference	in	our	
designed	to	freeze	and	cook	at	home,	saving	you	time	and	mon-         store,	and	always	have	wonderful	meals	on	hand.	Best	of	all,	you	      We	wanted	to	let	our	friends	in	Mill	Creek	know	why	you	                    community.		Until	next	time,	Sleep	well…
ey.	The	nutritious	meals	are	made	from	scratch,	and	with	16	new	      get	something	money	can't	buy:	more	time	with	your	family	and	         might	choose	to	do	business	with	Mattress	City	versus	the	other	
items	every	month	your	family	will	never	get	bored!	                  less	time	in	the	kitchen...	and	you	get	all	the	credit!	               stores.	My	wife	Julie	&	I	didn’t	want	to	just	open	another	mat-
                                                                                                                                             tress	store.	That’s	like	another	espresso	stand	in	Seattle.	There	is	
They	do	all	the	meal	planning,	shopping,	food	prep	and	clean	         Look	for	the	coupon	in	the	back	for	an	amazing	offer!                  already	many	to	choose	from.	We	wanted	to	make	a	difference!	
up!	For	the	ultimate	in	convenience,	we'll	even	make	your	meals	      We	look	forward	to	seeing	you	in	2012!                                 One	of	the	ways	we	stand	out	from	the	crowd	of	mattress	stores	
                                                                                                                                             is	Mattress	City	pay’s	you	money	back	for	your	old	mattress	set	
                                                                                                                                             .	Why	do	we	do	this?	Simply	put	we	want	to	incentivize	you	to	
                                                                                                                                             stop	putting	up	with	your	old	mattress	set	and	come	in	and	get	
                                                                                                                                             one	that	will	properly	support	you.	The	experts	say	you	should	
                                                                                                                                             replace	an	old	mattress	every	6	to	8	years.	The	main	reason	is	
                                              Come Join Us for                                                                               your	average	queen	size	mattress	will	double	in	weight	in	about	


                                              Family Dodge Ball Night
                                                                                                                                             6	½	years.	(Dead	skin	cells,	dust	mites	etc)	You	don’t	want	your	
                                                                                                                                             mattress	to	make	you	sick.	We	have	ways	to	keep	you	healthy	
                                                                                                                                             and	supported.	Mattress	City	will	pay	$300	for	your	old	king	
                                                                                                                                             set,	$200	for	your	old	queen	set	and	$100	for	any	full	or	twin	set	
                                              at Columbia Athletic Club!                                                                     regardless	of	condition.	We	take	the	old	mattresses	and	donate	
                                                                                                                                             them	to	various	charities.	You	help	others	in	need	when	you	
                                                                                                                                             choose	Mattress	City.	For	the	old	mattresses	that	are	not	able	to	
                                                                                                                                             be	donated	we	work	with	recyclers	to	break	them	down	so	they	
                                              Who:	Family	fun,	no	age	limits.	If	your	kids	can	dodge	a	ball,	they	can	play!                  don’t	end	up	in	our	landfills.	

                                              When:	Tues	Jan	10th	6-8pm	Gatorade	and	light	snacks	will	be	provided.                          Mattress	City	has	a	clean,	classy	and	comfortable	showroom.	With	
                                                                                                                                             top	named	brands	and	the	absolute	best	price	points	you’ll	find	
                                              Where :	Columbia	Athletic	Club-	Silver	lake	505	128th	St	SE,	Everett,	WA	98208                 anywhere!	Quality,	selection	and	price	are	important	when	you	are	
                                                                                                                                             looking	for	a	new	mattress	set,	but	the	one	thing	that	will	stand	out	
                                              Why: 	IT’S	FUN	and	because	fitness	is	an	important	aspect	of	a	balanced	,	healthy	             when	you	visit	Mattress	City	is	our	first	class	customer	service.	This	
                                              lifestyle,	and	at	Columbia	Athletic	Clubs,	our	specialty	is	fun	family	programming	            is	provided	at	no	extra	charge!	One	of	our	customers	said	it	best.	
                                              that	makes	fitness	enjoyable	and	obtainable	for	families	of	all	ages,	shapes	and	sizes.        “Mattress	City	provides	a	Nordstrom	experience	at	a	Ross	price”.
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financial Fitness	                                                                                                               financial	content	provided	
                                                                                                                                 by	Bryan	Hendrickson	–	
                                                                                                                                 Waddell	&	Reed                                                                                                    Creek	City	Hall.	We	are	honored	to	plant	&	maintain	the	flag-
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   pole-raised	garden	around	the	Veterans’	Monument	in	Library	
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Park	with	respect	to	those	who	have	served	our	country.
Financial planning is a process that can help you reach your goals by evaluating your                                     •	   Develop	a	clear	picture	of	your
whole financial picture, then outlining strategies that are tailored to your individual                                   	    current	financial	situation	by	reviewing		                                                                          Since	1995	we	have	awarded	a	scholarship	using	proceeds	from	
needs and available resources.  A comprehensive financial plan serves as a framework                                      	    your	income,	assets,	and	liabilities,	and		                                                                         our	traditional	Spring	Flower	Basket	sale.		Last	year	we	awarded	
                                                                                                                          	    evaluating	your	insurance	coverage,		                                                                               a	$1000	scholarship	to	a	deserving	student	enrolled	in	Edmonds	
for organizing the pieces of your financial picture. With a financial plan in place, you'll
                                                                                                                          	    your	investment	portfolio,	your	tax		                                                                               Community	College’s	Horticulture	Department.		We	also	invite	
be better able to focus on your goals and understand what it will take to reach them.
                                                                                                                          	    exposure,	and	your	estate	plan                                                                                      four	elementary	schools	to	participate	in	a	grant	program	by	
One	of	the	main	benefits	of	having	a	financial	plan	is	that	it	can	help	you	balance	                                      •	   Establish	and	prioritize	financial	goals		                                                                          submitting	plans	for	a	garden	project	to	be	implemented	and	
competing	financial	priorities.	A	financial	plan	will	clearly	show	you	how	your	finan-                                    	    and	time	frames	for	achieving	these	goals                                                                           carried	out	by	the	students.		We	made	cash	awards	to	Cedar	
cial	goals	are	related--for	example,	how	saving	for	your	children's	college	education	                                    •	   Implement	strategies	that	address	your		                                                                            Wood	and	Woodside	Elementary	and	were	able	to	offer	10	
might	impact	your	ability	to	save	for	retirement.	Then	you	can	use	the	information	                                       	    current	financial	weaknesses	and	build		                                                                            hours	of	landscape	restoration	services	from	our	Scholarship	
you've	gleaned	to	decide	how	to	prioritize	your	goals,	implement	specific	strategies,	                                    	    on	your	financial	strengths                                                                                         Recipient	to	Mill	Creek	Elementary.
and	choose	suitable	products	or	services.	Best	of	all,	you'll	have	the	peace	of	mind	that	                                •	   Choose	specific	products	and	services		
comes	from	knowing	that	your	financial	life	is	on	track.                                                                  	    that	are	tailored	to	meet	your	financial		                                                                          Our	monthly	speakers	have	covered	every	topic	from	“worm	
                                                                                                                          	    objectives                                                                                                          mulch”	to	“this	pink	flamingo	goes	where?”		In	November	our	
The financial planning process                                                                                            •	   Monitor	your	plan,	making	adjust	                                                                                   speaker	from	Wight’s	Nursery	demonstrated	wreath	making	and	
Creating and implementing a comprehensive financial plan generally involves working                                       	    ments	as	your	goals,	time	frames,	or		                                                                              how	to	tie	big	bows.		In	December	we	had	a	lively	&	spirited	
with financial professionals to:                                                                                          	    circumstances	change                                                                                                Christmas	party!	The	theme,	“Home	for	the	Holiday’s”	After	we	
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   put	down	our	rakes	&	pruners,	we	dressed	in	sparkly	duds,	tapped	
                                                                                                Staying on track                                                                                                                                   our	toes	to	upbeat	piano	music	and	sang	some	old-fashioned	
                                                                                                The financial planning process doesn't end once your initial plan has                                                                              Christmas	songs	with	Santa.	Gifts,	extravagant	raffle	prizes,	
                                                                                                been created. Your plan should generally be reviewed at least once a                                                                               games,	laughter	and	lively	conversation	were	the	order	of	the	day.
                                                                                                year to make sure that it's up-to-date. It's also possible that you'll need
                                                                                                to modify your plan due to changes in your personal circumstances or                                                                               What’s	next?		On	January	14th	we’ll	learn	the	pro’s	secrets	
                                                                                                the economy. Here are some of the events that might trigger a review                                                                               for	lush	indoor	plants	when	guest	speaker	Maggie	Green	
                                                                                                of your financial plan:                                                                                                                            from	Green	Stone	Designs	takes	the	stage.		She’ll	be	sharing	
             Bryan L. Hendrickson                                                                                                                                              Mill	Creek	                                                         her	secrets	about	staging	your	plants	and	ways	to	keep	plants	



                                                                                                                                                                               garden club
     District Manager, Financial Advisor
                425-774-9053, Ext. 109
                                                                                                •	   Your	goals	or	time	horizons	change                                                                                                            healthy	in	the	home.	
         bhendrickson@wradvisors.com                                                            •	   You	experience	a	life-changing	event	such	as	marriage,	the			
            www.bhendrickson.wrfa.com                                                           	    birth	of	a	child,	health	problems,	or	a	job	loss                                                                                              February	8th	will	find	us	gathered	again	enjoying	our	speaker’s	


                                                                                                                                                                                                   news
                                                                                                •	   You	have	a	specific	or	immediate	financial	planning	need		 	                                                                                  program	bringing	us	up-to-the-minute	fresh	ideas	for	designing	
                                                                                                	    (e.g.,	drafting	a	will,	managing	a	distribution	from	a	retirement		                                                                           and	redesigning	our	personal	landscapes.		Texture,	balance,	unity,	
                                                                                                	    account,	paying	long-term	care	expenses)                                                                                                      color,	perspective	are	just	some	of	the	points	that	will	be	cov-
      Are your investments positioned appropriately to help you achieve your nancial goals?
                                                                                                •	   Your	income	or	expenses		                                                                                                                     ered.		It’s	time	to	relocate	your	old	faithful	plants	and	introduce	
     • Comprehensive Financial Plans                                                            	    substantially		 	          	                                                                                                                  “what’s	new	in	the	nursery”.
     • Investment portfolio review and customized portfolio design                              	    increase	or	decrease                                                      The	Mill	Creek	Garden	Club	is	delighted	to	have	been	asked	
     • Life insurance and long-term care planning                                               •	   Your	portfolio	hasn't		 	                                                 to	contribute	to	this	creative	and	exciting	new	publication	for	    Our “spring flower basket sale” is coming up. Watch for the flyers!
     • Consolidate multiple 401Ks                                                               	    performed	as		 	                                                          readers	in	the	Mill	Creek	&	surrounding	area.		
     • IRA’s and Roth IRA conversion                                                            	    expected                                                                                                                                      The	Mill	Creek	Garden	Club	meets	the	second	Wednesday	of	
     • Annuities and college savings plans                                                      •	   You're	affected		                                                         MCGC’s	purpose:	to	encourage	an	interest	in	all	styles	of	garden-   the	month,	September	thru	May	at	the	Mill	Creek	Country	
                                                                                                	    by	changes	to		 	                                                         ing,	indoor	and	outdoor,	and	to	promote	civic	beauty	&	sound	       Club.		Membership	fees	are	$25.00	annually.		Luncheon	fees	for	
             COMPLIMENTARY No Obligation,                                                       	    the	economy	or	tax		                                                      horticulture	practices	in	the	community.	Under	the	direction	of	    members	are	$23,	and	$25	for	guests.		For	more	information,	
            ONE HOUR Financial Consultation                                                     	    laws	                                                                     Marla	Nulph,	working	with	a	city-approved	design	she	created,	      please	visit	www.millcreekgardenclub.com.		To	make	a	reserva-
         Insurance products o ered through companies with whom Waddell & Reed has agreements.
                                                                                                                                                                               MCGC	maintains	the	“Friendship	Garden”	located	on	Village	          tion,	call	Dawn	Robnett,	425-385-8460	or	email	her	at	dawn-
                                       Waddell & Reed, Inc. Member SIPC                                                                                                        Green	Drive.	We	also	maintain	the	garden	at	the	entrance	to	Mill	   robnett@comcast.net.
&
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2011 - 12 Everett Public Schools student calendar

                 2011                                                         2012
MON        TUE   WED THUR FRI                              MON         TUE WED THUR                    FRI
                 JULY                                                       JANUARY



                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Sparkle, Shine
                           1                                  2          3      4   5                   6             Sep 5            Labor Day
  4          5     6   7   8                                  9         10     11   12                 13*
 11         12    13   14  15                                16         17     18   19                  20            Sep 7            first day of school
 18         19    20   21  22                                23         24     25   26                 27*            Sep 23           early release, all grades
 25         26    27   28  29                                30         31                                            Oct 7            early release, all grades



                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         GLoW with Dr. Dawn
                AUGUST                                                     FEBRUARY                                   Oct 21           early release, elementary & middle school
  1          2     3   4   5                                                    1   2                   3             Oct 24-28        early release, elementary & middle school conferences
  8          9    10   11  12                                 6          7      8    9                  10            Nov 11           Veterans Day, schools closed
 15         16    17   18  19                                13         14     15   16                  17            Nov 23           early release, all grades
 22         23    24   25  26                                20         21     22   23                  24            Nov 24-25        Thanksgiving Break
 29         30    31                                         27         28     29                                     Dec 1            early release, elementary & middle school
              SEPTEMBER                                                      MARCH                                    Dec 2            trimester ends -- early release, elementary & middle school
                       1   2                                                         1                  2             Dec 19-Jan 2     Winter Break
  5          6    7*    8  9                                 5           6      7    8                  9             Jan 13           early release, all grades
 12         13    14   15  16                                12         13     14   15                 16*            Jan 16           Martin Luther King Jr. Day, schools closed                                                                                                                        Dear Dr. Dawn,
 19         20    21   22 23*                               19*        20* 21* 22*                     23*            Jan 27           first semester ends
 26         27    28   29  30                                26         27     28   29                  30            Jan 30           teacher work day; schools closed for students
               OCTOBER                                                       APRIL                                    Feb 17-21        Mid-Winter Break
   3         4     5   6  7*                                 2           3      4   5                   6             Mar 9            teacher work day; schools closed for students                                                                                                                     Every	New	Year	I	make	the	same	resolution	with	no	success.	
  10        11    12   13  14                                 9         10     11   12                  13            Mar 16           trimester ends
  17        18    19   20 21*                                16         17     18   19                  20            Mar 19-23        early release, elementary only, conferences                                                                                                                       Can	you	please	help	me	achieve	my	New	Years	resolution	of	
 24*       25* 26* 27* 28*                                   23         24     25   26                  27            Apr 2-6          Spring Break                                                                                                                                                      losing	weight?	
  31                                                         30                                                       May 4            early release, all grades
               NOVEMBER                                                         MAY                                   May 25           early release, all grades
             1      2   3                    4                          1         2   3                4*             May 28           Memorial Day, schools closed
  7          8      9  10                   11                7         8         9  10                11             May 29-Jun 1     early release, middle & high school only for presentations/culminating exhibitions
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         From:	Tired	of	being	fat
 14         15     16  17                   18               14         15        16  17                18            Jun 7            early release, elementary & middle school
 21         22    23*  24                   25               21         22        23  24               25*            Jun 8            teacher work day; schools closed for students
 28         29     30                                        28        29*       30* 31*                              Jun 21           last day of school, early release, all grades
               DECEMBER                                                         JUNE
                       1*                   2*                                                          1*                                                                                                                                                                                               It’s	New	Year’s	and	time	to	set	your	New	Year’s	resolution	to	
  5          6      7   8                    9               4          5          6        7*           8             Note:           Check with your school for early release times
 12         13     14  15                   16               11         12         13        14         15             Note:           The last day of school may change if schools are closed for weather
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         lose	weight	and	feel	great!	Now	is	the	time	to	set	goals	and	
 19         20     21  22                   23               18         19         20       21*         22                             or other emergencies during the school year.                                                                                                                      become	the	person	you	want	to	be	and	HCG	can	help!	You	
 26         27     28  29                   30               25         26         27        28         29                             Makeup days are added at the end of the school year.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         can	make	your	weight	loss	dreams	come	true,	so	get	ready	for	
* see note on right                      schools closed                         teacher work day, schools closed for students                                                                                                                                                                            change	in	your	life!

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Mill Creek’s preferred custom framer since 1980

                                                                                                                                                             Excellence in the care of:                                                      We transform you memories into masterpieces.                HCG	stands	for	Human	Chorionic	Gonadotropin,	a	hormone	
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                                                                                                                                     Diagnosis & Treatment of Lumps of the Neck, yroid & Parathyroid
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                                                                                                                                         Snoring and Sleep Apnea • Voice and Swallowing Di culties                                                              Part of the U-Frame-It Family
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         almost	completely	controls	the	woman’s	metabolic	functions.	
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         In	non-pregnant	women,	research	suggests	HCG	increases	the	
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         metabolism	similar	to	a	pregnant	woman.	The	HCG	drops,	
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         combined	with	a	specific	very	low	calorie	diet,	force	the	body	to	
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         15021 Main Street, Ste. K
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Address                         Neighborhood                  List Price         Sale Price            Sold Date   DOM     SqFt
15521 25th Lane SE              Woodfern                      $425,000                                             69      3,024
15307 33rd Dr SE                Tha Parks                     $459,900                                             10      2,823
3412 157th Pl SE                The Parks                     $539,950                                             163     3,627
4720 177th Pl SE                Hyde Park                     $749,000           $743,000              10/31/11    809     3,726
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2316 162nd St SE                Chatham Park                  $399,000           $396,000              10/21/11    19      2,423
1716 142nd Pl SE                Sunrose                       $465,000           $460,000              10/27/11    61      3,923                                            4829D 196th St. SW,         PLUS free hidden tilt!
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1719 148th St SE                Evergreen                     $550,000           $550,000              10/26/11    17      4,492                                                                                           in home consultation!
14123 24th Dr SE                Vine Maple                    $649,000           $630,000              10/28/11    294     3,600                                                                                               425-905-2074
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                                                                             Tips to Transformation
                                                                                                                 Working With Contractors

                                          From plumbers to roofers, electricians to countertop installers, work-    Ask	questions!	The	old	adage	is	true	-	there	is	no	stupid	ques-
                                          ing with contractors can be a little daunting. We’re here to help equip   tion,	especially	when	it	comes	to	your	home!	Make	sure	you	are	
                                                                                                                    clear	on	everything	you	need	to	know,	including	warranty	infor-
                                          you with the information you need to create a successful home-
                                                                                                                    mation,	budg-et,	and	timeline	for	completing	your	project.	
                                          owner-contractor relationship. With this knowledge, you’ll be able to
                                          approach every home remodeling project with confidence that it will       When	the	project	is	complete,	your	contractor	should	walk	
                                          go smoothly, or, at the very least, with very few bumps in the road!      through	your	home	with	you	to	be	sure	that	everything	is	left	
                                                                                                                    clean	and	orderly.	It	is	a	good	idea	at	this	point	to	have	a	check-
                                          Contractor’s Responsibilities                                             list	that	you	and	your	contractor	can	go	through	together.	You’ll	
                                          Contractors	should	always	provide	a	detailed	cost	breakdown	              be	able	to	enjoy	your	beautiful	home	with	ease	of	mind,	know-
                                          before	beginning	work	on	your	home.	Price	is	of	vital	concern	            ing	that	all	of	the	i’s	are	dotted	and	the	t’s	are	crossed!	
                                          for	consumers,	and	it	will	go	a	lot	more	smoothly	with	no	sur-
                                          prises.	A	clear	description	of	costs	will	eliminate	many	misun-
                                          derstandings	and	conflicts	that	could	occur	otherwise.	

                                          The	contractor	should	keep	you	up	to	date	with	any	changes	
                                          that	occur	by	providing	you	with	a	detailed	invoice	throughout	
                                          the	course	of	the	project,	so	that	there	are	no	surprises	with	the	
                                          final	invoice.	

                                          Contractors	should	provide	you	with	a	list	of	any	and	all	sub-
                                          contractors	and	suppliers	that	they	hire.	This	is	important	for	
                                          insurance	information,	should	there	be	any	damages.	

                                          Joint Responsibilities
                                          Be	sure	that	you	receive	a	signed,	written	contract.	This	contract	
                                          should	include	the	cost	breakdown,	schedule	&	the	plans.	

                                          Build	a	relationship.	If	you	are	able	to	build	rapport	and	develop	
                                          a	good	relationship	with	your	contrac-tor,	it	is	more	likely	that	
                                          they	will	work	hard	to	meet	your	needs.	

                                          Your Responsibilities
                                          Know	what	you	want.	Develop	a	clear	plan	of	your	project,	and	
                                          be	specific	about	your	expectations.	Communication	is	key.	If	
                                          you	are	clear	about	your	expectations,	including	quality	of	work	
                                          and	budget,	it	is	more	likely	that	they	will	be	met.
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Kids Beat
 Kids Humor

 What do you tell someone you didn't see at New Year's eve?        What is a cow's favorite holiday?                                                                                                             e Latest Technology
 I haven't seen you for a year!                                    Moo Years Day!!                                                                                                                         •   Computer Guided Implants
                                                                                                                                                                                                           •   Cerec Crowns                Caring fo
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     r
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          your hea
                                                              Kids Recipe                                                                                                                                  •   ZoomWhitening                       lth
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            for over
                                                                                                                                                                                                           •   Invisalign                  30 years
                                                              Ingredients
                                                                                                                                                                                                           •   Insurance Accepted
                                                              . 1/4	cup	butter	or	margarine
                                                              . 5	cups	miniature	marshmallows                                                                                                              •   Flexible Payment Plans
                                                              . 1/2	teaspoon	vanilla	extract
                                                              . 6	cups	KELLOGG'S*	RICE	KRISPIES*	cereal                                   Visit us at www.millcreekdentistry.com
                                                              . 1	pound	prepared	whipped	vanilla	frosting	(approx.)
                                                              . 2	cups	sweetened	flaked	coconut                                           16030 Bothell/Everett Highway # 280 Mill Creek, WA 98012
                                                              . 1/2	(50	gram)	bar	DOVE®	Milk	Chocolate,	melted                            Conveniently located on Bothell/Everett Hwy., near I-5 & I 405
                                                              . 200	grams	M&M'S®	Milk	Chocolate,	Peanut	or	Mint	Holi	
                                                                                                                                          425-225-6334 •                         @ Dr. Bill Mulliken
                                                              	 day	Mix	Chocolate	Candies
                                                              . Licorice	ropes
                                                              . Pretzel	sticks

                                                              Directions
                                                              Melt	butter	in	a	large	saucepan	set	over	low	heat.	Add	marsh-
                                                              mallows;	cook,	stirring	until	melted	and	well	blended.	Stir	in	
                                                              vanilla.	Add	cereal;	stir	until	coated.	

                                                              Divide	the	mixture	and	lightly	pack	into	three	250	ml	(1	cup)	
                                                              portions,	three	125	ml	(1/2	cup)	portions	and	three	75	ml	(1/3	
                                                              cup)	portions.	

                                                              Working	quickly,	with	damp	hands,	form	each	portion	into	a	
                                                              firmly	packed	round	ball	with	a	slightly	flattened	bottom.	Stack	the	
                                                              balls,	three	high,	biggest	to	smallest	to	create	three	figures.	

                                                              Spread	a	thin	layer	of	frosting	all	over	each	figure.	Place	the	
                                                              coconut	in	a	shallow	dish.	Roll	each	figure	in	the	coconut	until	
                                                              well	coated.	

                                                              Use	melted	chocolate	and	M&M'S®	Holiday	Mix	Chocolate	
                                                              candies	to	create	'eyes',	'noses'	and	'buttons'	on	the	figures.	
                                                              Wrap	licorice	around	the	base	of	the	smallest	ball	as	a	'scarf '.	

                                                              Gently	push	the	pretzel	sticks	into	each	side	of	the	middle	balls	
                                                              for	'arms'.
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January
        lo c a l e v e n ts




Tuesday, January 10                                                    Friday, January 13                                                      Thursday, January 19                                                  Saturday, January 28 – Sunday, January 29
Family Dodge Ball Night                                                David Hidalgo & Louie Perez                                             Jake Shimabukuro                                                      The Wedding Expo
Where: Columbia Athletic Club Silver Lake, 505 128th St SE, Everett,   Where: Edmonds Center for the Arts                                      Where: Edmonds Center for the Arts                                    Where: Lynnwood Convention Center
WA 98208                                                               When: 7:30pm                                                            When: 7:30pm                                                          Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 11am-4pm. $15 per ticket or buy one
When: 6:00pm – 8:00pm                                                  David and Louie started writing songs together when they were in        Renowned for lightning-fast fingers and revolutionary playing         get one free at https://secure.bridesclub.com/seattle/ordertickets.cfm.
Gatorade and light snacks will be provided.                            high school, long before they were in Los Lobos. Their recent CD is     techniques, Jake views the ukulele as an "untapped source of          For more information: http://www.bridesclub.com/bridal-shows/
                                                                       a collection of unreleased recordings celebrating 40 years of writ-     music with unlimited potential." Jake's mission is to show everyone   lynnwood-everett-wedding-expo.cfm
Wednesday, January 11 (Reservation deadline January 6)                 ing together. Tickets $35-$40. Youth $15.                               that the ukulele is capable of so much more than only the tradi-
“Secrets of the Pros for Your Interior Plants” by Maggie Green from    For more information: www.ec4arts.org                                   tional Hawaiian music with which it is normally associated. Tickets
GreenStone Designs                                                                                                                             $35-$40, $15 youth. For more information: www.ec4arts.org
Maggie will talk about creative containers and new ways to use         Friday, January 13 – Sunday, January 15
common household items to display your plants. She will also           SJHA Arctic Blast Hockey Tournament                                     Monday, January 23
share her secrets about how to stage and arrange potted contain-       Where: Olympic View Arena and Lynnwood Ice Center                       Cascade Symphony presents Rachmaninoff's Second
ers, ways to keep plants healthy at home, and bring examples of        SQUIRT 'C'/ATOM 'C' Recreational division tournament.  Four game        Where: Edmonds Center for the Arts
the latest and greatest interior plants.                               guarantee. For more information: tournaments@sjha.com                   When: 7:30pm
                                                                                                                                               Rachmaninoff's Second; Sibelius/Rossini/Gershwin/Rachmaninoff.
                                                                                                                                               Anastasia Solomatina, pianist
                                                                                                                                               Tickets $25, Srs. $20, students $15, youth $10.
                                                                                                                                               For more information: www.ec4arts.org

                                                                                                                                               Saturday, January 28
                                                                                                                                               Groundfrog Day in Snohomish
                                                                                                                                               Where: Town of Snohomish
                                                                                                                                               When: 11:00am – 1:00pm
                                                                                                                                               FREE. Sixth annual celebration, in which Snohomish Slew, the
                                                                                                                                               Frogtastic Frognosticator, scoops Pennsylvania's groundhog Punx-
                                                                                                                                               sutawney Phil by announcing his weather oracle and frogcast for
                                                                                                                                               the coming of spring in the Pacific NW.
                                                                                                                                               For more information: www.groundfrogday.org

                                                                                                                                               Saturday, January 28
                                                                                                                                               International Guitar Night
                                                                                                                                               Where: Edmonds Center for the Arts
                                                                                                                                               When: 7:30pm
                                                                                                                                               This evening brings together the world's foremost acoustic guitar-
                                                                                                                                               ists to perform original compositions and exchange musical ideas
                                                                                                                                               in a public concert setting. Tickets $35-$40, youth $15.
                                                                                                                                               For more information: www.ec4arts.org
Home
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  Month    of the

This month we are featuring a beautiful home in Hyde



                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           Seal it
Park. Hyde Park is a gorgeous gated community located on




                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           with Love
the outskirts of Mill Creek.

Welcome to 2012 and the winter months ahead!
The following are some great tips for making sure your home has a great new start to the year as well!

1) Furnace Inspection                                                  •	 Cap	or	screen	the	top	of	the	chimney	to	keep	out	rodents
•	 Call	an	HVAC	professional	to	inspect	your	furnace	and                  and birds.
   clean ducts.                                                        •	 If	the	chimney	hasn't	been	cleaned	for	a	while,	call	a	chimney	
•	 Stock	up	on	furnace	filters	and	change	them	monthly.                   sweep to remove soot and creosote.
•	 Consider	switching	out	your	thermostat	for	a	programmable	          •	 Buy	firewood	or	chop	wood.	Store	it	in	a	dry	place	away	from	
   thermostat.                                                            the exterior of your home.
•	 If	your	home	is	heated	by	a	hot-water	radiator,	bleed	the	valves	   •	 Inspect	the	fireplace	damper	for	proper	opening	and	closing.
   by opening them slightly and when water appears, close them.        •	 Check	the	mortar	between	bricks	and	tuckpoint,	if	necessary.
•	 Remove	all	flammable	material	from	the	area	surrounding	your	       3) Check the exterior, Doors and Windows
   furnace.                                                            •	 Inspect	exterior	for	crevice	cracks	and	exposed	entry	points	
2) Get the Fireplace Ready                                                around pipes; seal them.
                                                                       •	 Use	weatherstripping	around	doors	to	prevent	cold	air	from	
                                                                                                                                               Seal	it	with	Love	is	a	custom	invitation	and	stationery	boutique	     Some	of	their	latest	work	includes	creating	custom	event	sig-
                                                                          entering the home and caulk windows.
                                                                                                                                               serving	clientele	nationwide.		It	is	owner-operated	by	Tiffany	       nage	and	swag	for	several	Seattle-based	businesses	and	non-
                                                                       •	 Replace	cracked	glass	in	windows	and,	if	you	end	up	replacing	
                                                                                                                                               Brown	of	Kirkland,	WA	and	Heather	Pierce	of	Flagstaff,	AZ.		          profits,	including	High	Maintenance	Bitch,	the	Mack	Strong	
                                                                          the entire window, prime and paint exposed wood.
                                                                                                                                               Since	2003	they	have	created	one-of-a-kind	custom	invitations	        Foundation	and	Connecting	Borders	Foundation.	
                                                                       •	 If	your	home	has	a	basement,	consider	protecting	its	window	
                                                                                                                                               and	stationery	including	greeting	cards,	personal	stationery,	
                                                                          wells by covering them with plastic shields.
                                                                                                                                               wedding	invitations,	save	the	dates,	menus,	programs,	thank	          They	will	provide	personal	one-on-one	service	to	create	this	
                                                                       •	 Switch	out	summer	screens	with	glass	replacements	from
                                                                                                                                               you	and	place	cards.		Seal	it	with	love	is	getting	ready	to	launch	   same	kind	of	custom	signage,	swag	or	invitations	for	corporate	
                                                                          storage. If you have storm windows, install them.
                                                                                                                                               a	custom	line	of	stationery	that	will	be	available	online	and	in	     and	private	events	or	fundraisers.		For	more	information	contact	
                                                                       4) Check Foundations
                                                                                                                                               retail	stores	in	Washington	and	Arizona.
                                                                       •	 Rake	away	all	debris	and	edible	vegetation	from	the	foundation.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                     Tiffany Brown at (425) 820-5832
                                                                       •	 Seal	up	entry	points	to	keep	small	animals	from	crawling	under	
                                                                                                                                               Tiffany	and	Heather	work	one-on-one	with	their	clients	con-         www.sealitwithlove.com.
                                                                          the house.
                                                                                                                                               ceptualizing,	designing	and	printing	their	invitations,	stationery	
                                                                       •	 Tuckpoint	or	seal	foundation	cracks.	Mice	can	slip	through	space	
                                                                                                                                               or	event	swag.		They	create	a	unique	and	personalized	experience	 Mention that you saw
                                                                          as thin as a dime.
                                                                                                                                               for	each	individual	that	reflects	their	style,	character	or	event	
                                                                       •	 Inspect	sill	plates	for	dry	rot	or	pest	infestation.
                                                                                                                                               theme.		The	personalized	treatment	and	one-of-a-kind	printed	
                                                                                                                                                                                                                   this in The Mill Creek
                                                                       •	 Secure	crawlspace	entrances.
                                                                                                                                               materials	they	produce	can	cater	to	a	broad	range	of	clientele,	    Influence and receive
                                                                       5) Install Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors
                                                                       •	 Some	cities	require	a	smoke	detector	in	every	room.
                                                                                                                                               from	the	most	demanding	and	high-end	clients	to	those	that	         a 15% discount!
                                                                                                                                               just	want	something	simple	and	fun.
                                                                       •	 Buy	extra	smoke	detector	batteries	and	change	them	when	day
                                                                          light savings ends.
                                                                       •	 Install	a	carbon	monoxide	detector	near	your	furnace	and	/	or	
                                                                          water heater.
                                                                       •	 Test	smoke	and	carbon	monoxide	detectors	to	make	sure
                                                                          they work.
                                                                       •	 Buy	a	fire	extinguisher	or	replace	an	extinguisher	older	than	10	
                                                                          years.
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January 2012                                                                                                                                                Five Nail Fungus Treatments
Holidays & Observances                                                                                                                                      You Should Know
                                                                                                                                                            Nail fungus	is	an	exceptionally	embarrassing	medical	complaint	and	rather	frustratingly	it	
     1    New Year's Day                                                                                                                                    is	not	readily	treatable,	simply	because	the	fungus	is	difficult	to	reach	and	thus	tackle.
     16   Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday

                                                                                                                                   People	are	often	completely	oblivious	to	the	fact	that	they	have	          The	fourth	treatment	is	surgical	nail	removal.	This	procedure	is	
                                                                                                                                   a	toenail	fungus	infection.	So	what	exactly	are	the	symptoms	              done	if	you	have	a	severe	or	recurring	nail	fungus	infection.	Just	
                                                                                                                                   for	a	toe	fungus	infection?	If	toenails	suffer	from	discoloration	         like	the	process	for	non-surgical	removal,	an	anti-fungal	cream	
                                                                                                                                   (taking	on	a	sickly	yellow	appearance),	have	become	sensitive	             will	also	be	applied	directly	once	the	infected	nail	is	removed.
                                                                                                                                   to	touch,	especially	when	you	try	to	cut	them,	or	have	become	
                                                                                                                                   much	thicker,	then	there	may	be	a	toenail	fungus	infection.          The	final	treatment	is	to	apply	soothing	oils	that	are	designed	
                                                                                                                                                                                                        to	trickle	to	the	very	roots	of	the	fungal	infection,	and	these	
                                                                                                                                   There	are	treatments	available	that	can	treat	it	quite	quickly	and	 oils	help	to	soften	your	nails	every	time	you	apply	the	oil,	and	
                                                                                                                                   safely.	                                                             best	of	all	they	can	be	used	as	a	preventative	measure	as	well.	
                                                                                                                                                                                                        So,	when	you	apply	the	soothing	oils	every	morning	and	every	
                                                                                                                                   The	first	line	of	defense	is	to	apply	an	anti-fungal	cream	to	the	   night,	make	sure	to	apply	a	small	amount	to	non-infected	nails	
                                                                         Laughing Buddha                                           affected	area(s)	for	a	minimum	of	6	months;	this	is	a	crucial	first	 to	prevent	the	infection	spreading	there.
                                                                                                                                   step,	intended	to	ensure	that	the	fungus	does	not	return.	Most	
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                                            Hatha, Yin, Prenatal, Kids, Mom and Baby, Restorative, Adaptive, Meditation,
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                                                                                                                                   The	next	treatment	is	medication,	which	is	taken	orally	and	is	avail-
                                                                                                                                   able	by	prescription.	While	such	tablets	are	extremely	effective	in	
                                                                                                                                   dealing	with	the	infection,	they	pose	a	number	of	health	concerns.	
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    the MilloCreek i n f l u e n c e a publication exclusively for the residents of mill creek • January 2012 Happy New Year! Meet Your Photographer: Chelsi Greenwood Photography and her beautiful Family! I ns ide... • Glassy Baby Event! • Tablas Woodstone Taverna Restaurant Review
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    2 The Mill Creek Influence January January The Mill Creek Influence 3 Lo c a L a r e a co n tac t s www.n2pub.com © 2012 Neighborhood Networks Publishing, Inc. ™ EmErgEncy 911 emergency AREA DIRECTOR Avery Holder 425.424.3663 non EmErgEncy avery.holder@n2pub.com 425-745-6175 Mill creek Police PHOTOGRAPHER Chelsi Greenwood Photography 360-668-5357 Fire District #7 CONTRIBUTING WRITERS James Holder utilitiEs Marla Nulph 800-483-1000 Verizon Charles Doepp 888-225-5773 Puget sound energy Lisa & Lindsay Ware 425-783-1000 snohomish county PUD CREATIVE TEAM Christie Joyce 425-481-1100 Waste Management nW Kylie Martin 800-COMCAST comcast cable Amanda Barnette 425-787-0220 alderwood Water District 425-337-3647 silver Lake Water District schools 425-338-5180 Mill creek elementary 425-338-5080 Penny creek elementary 425-338-5175 silver Lake elementary 425-338-5150 Woodside elementary 425-338-5000 Heatherwood Middle school 425-316-5200 Henry M Jackson High school 425-379-6363 archbishop Murphy 206-289-7783 King’s school othEr 425-337-1116 city of Mill creek animal control 425-743-1444 Mill creek country club 425-743-5544 Mill creek Public Library 425-353-7433 everett transit 425-745-1891 city of Mill creek http://www.cityofmillcreek.com/  organizations Mill creek Women's club http://www.millcreekwomensclub.com West coast aquatics center http://www.swimwca.org/ Greater Mill creek senior center DISCLAIMER: N2 Publishing is not affiliated with or contracted by the City of Mill Creek (the “City”). This publication, http://snohomish.wsu.edu/seniors/news.pdf including the content of articles and advertisements contained herein, is not authorized or endorsed by the City. Any Mill creek Garden club articles included in this publication and/or opinions expressed therein do not necessarily reflect the views of N2 Publishing http://www.MillCreekGardenClub.com but remain solely those of the author(s). The paid advertisements contained within The Mill Creek Influence magazine are not endorsed or recommended by N2 Publishing or the publisher. Therefore, neither N2 Publishing nor the publisher may be held liable or responsible for business practices of these companies. NOTE: When community events take place, photogra- phers may be present to take photos for that event and they may be used in this publication.
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    4 neighborhoodSponsors The Mill Creek Influence January January The Mill Creek Influence neighborhoodSponsors 5 This section has been created to give you easier access when searching for a HOTEL / BANQUET PRIVATE SCHOOL The Jet Bar & Grill TAEKWONDO trusted neighborhood vendor to use. Take a minute to familiarize yourself AND CONFERENCE Archbishop Murphy 800 164th St SE White Tiger Martial Arts with the businesses sponsoring The Mill Creek Influence . ROOMS 12911 39th Avenue Southeast Mill Creek, WA 98012 3922 148th St SE These local businesses are proud to partner with your neighborhood and Woodmark Hotel Everett, WA 98208 (425) 743-4594 Bothell, WA 98012 make this newsletter possible. Please support these businesses and thank 1200 Carillon Point (425) 379-6363 www.thejetbar.com (425) 357-0357 them for supporting you! Kirkland, WA 98033 www.am-hs.org www.white-tiger-ma.com (425) 739-6330 ROOFING / HOME www.thewoodmark.com King's Schools IMPROVEMENT TAX SERVICES 129303 Fremont Ave N North Creek Roofing Toyer Dietrich CPA LANDSCAPING Shoreline, WA 98133 17624 15th Ave SE Ste 105A 3705 Colby Ave AUTO CARE - REPAIR COSMETIC DENTISTRY FAMILY ATHLETIC FRAMING Classic Landscape Care (206) 289-7783 Bothell, WA 98012 Everett, WA 98201 Quality Foreign Auto / ORAL SURGERY CLUB Artisan Custom Framing (425) 273-4512 www.kingsschools.org (425) 822-6921 (425) 258-3432 18002 Bothell Everett Highway Bill J Mulliken DDS Columbia Athletic Club 15111 Main Street A 104 www.classiclc.com www.northcreekroofing.com www.toyercpa.com Mill Creek, WA 98012 16030 Bothell Everett Highway # 280 505 128th St SE Mill Creek, WA 98012 PROFESSIONAL (425) 481-1200 Mill Creek, WA 98012 Everett, WA 98208 (425) 385-2121 MATTRESSES PHOTOGRAPHY SECURITY & SOUND TIRES, BRAKES AND www.qualityforeignauto.com (425) 337-4001 (425) 745-1617 www.artisancustomframing.com Mattress City Chelsi Greenwood Photography INTEGRATION BATTERIES www.millcreekdentistry.com www.columbiaathletic.com 121 SE Everett Mall Way Suite A (509) 795-0215 NW Security & Sound Les Schwab CHILDREN AND HEALTH SERVICES Everett, WA 98208 www.chelsigreenwoodphotography. (350) 691-4200 13223 Bothell Everett Hwy FAMILY PHYSICIAN DENTIST - PEDIATRIC FAMILY FUN Providence Physicians Group (425) 355-7378 com www.nwsecurityandsound.biz Mill Creek, WA 98012 Puget Sound Ear Nose & Throat Lynnwood Kids Dentist Mill Creek Family YMCA (425) 316-5080 www.mattress-city.com (425) 337-6373 15021 Main Street Suite K 18833 28th Ave W Suit B 13723 Puget Sound Drive www.providence.org REAL ESTATE AGENT SHOPPING AND www.lesschwab.com Mill Creek, WA 98012 Lynnwood, WA 98036 Everett, WA 98028 MEAL PREPARATION Remax - Sue and Charles Doepp ENTERTAINMENT (425) 337-4810 (425) 774-1285 (425) 337-0123 HOME CLEANING Dinners Ready (425) 280-4545 Country Village Shops TRAVEL SERVICES www.pugetsoundent.com www.kidsdentist.com www.ymca-snoco.org Maid Brigade 12305 120th Ave N.E. 23718 Bothell Everett Hwy Suite H Bourke Travel (206) 362-8439 Kirkland, WA 98034 REAL ESTATE SALES Bothell, WA 98021 16120 Cascadian Way Western Washington Family & DOG BOARDING FINANCIAL PLANNER www.maidbrigadenw.com (425) 825-9323 Darren Munson (425) 483-2250 Bothell, WA 98012 Pediatric Medicine Doggy Haven Resort and Spa Waddell & Reed - Bryan Hendrickson www.dinnersready.com (425) 338-9400 www.countryvillagebothell.com (425) 787-1115 12728 19th Ave SE Ste 300 5303 Interurban Blvd 19217 36th Ave W Suite 201 HOME www.munsonhomes.com www.bourketravel.com Everett, WA 98208 Bothell, WA 98012 Lynnwood, WA 98036 IMPROVEMENT ORTHODONTIST SPA (425) 317-8025 (425) 482-4472 (425) 774-9053 Granite Transformations John W Stieber D.D.S. RESTAURANT Lorinda's Salon Spa Store WINDOW COVERING www.wwmedgroup.com www.doggyhaven.com/ bhendrickson.wrfa.com/ 11524 Mukilteo Speedway 1025 153rd St. SE La Palmera 800 164th St SE Budget Blinds Mukilteo, WA 98275 Mill Creek, WA 98012 1629 Center Rd Mill Creek, WA 98012 9915 7th Ave St Se CHURCHES FACIALS / SKIN CARE FIREPLACES & (425) 773-4938 (425) 745-6322 Everett, WA 98204 (425) 743-9722 Everett, WA 98208 Gold Creek Community Church Mill Creek Skin and Laser BARBECUES www.granitetransformations. www.jwstieber.com (425) 379-5100 www.lorindassalon.com (425) 338-7933 4326 148th St SE 15111 Main Street Hearthside & Home com/northseattle/ www.lapmillcreek.com www.budgetblindsmillcreek.com Mill Creek, WA 98012 Mill Creek, WA 98012 4829 196th SW #D PET FENCING Woodmark Hotel (425) 316-3333 (425) 316-8200 Lynnwood, WA 98036 HOSPITAL Invisible Fence Russell's Restaurant 1200 Carillon Point YOGA www.goldcreek.org www.millcreekskinlaser.com (425) 771-6434 Providence Regional Medical Center (888) 897-5917 3305 Monte Villa Parkway Kirkland, WA 98033 Laughing Buddha Yoga www.hearthsideandhome.com (425) 261-2000 www.invisiblefencenw.com Bothell, WA 98012 (425) 739-6330 17624 15th Ave SE 111A www.providence.org (425) 486-4072 www.thewoodmark.com Mill Creek, WA 98012 PET TRAINING www.rdlcatering.com (206) 617-1672 Invisible Fence laughingbuddhayogastudio.com (888) 897-5917 www.invisiblefencenw.com
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    Note 6 neighborhoodNews The Mill Creek Influence January January The Mill Creek Influence 7 More Freedom? ! Sign me up Publisher’s Lifetime Workmanship Warranty website: InvisibleFence.com/PLUS Happy 2012 Everyone!!! phone: 866-520-5555 Our newest technology o ers I hope all you had a fun, safe holiday season and that 2012 has started Don’t forget that The Mill off wonderfully for you. I need your help to continue to grow the Creek Influence has a Face- up to 30% more room magazines in this New Year. We are always looking for family spot- book page!  “Friend” us so we for your pets to run & play. lights, precious pets, kid articles, travel stories, recipes, and pictures. can notify you of our com- 425-483-7986 Request a Free consultation to find out more. We welcome any other story ideas or anything you would like to munity news and events. www.northcreekroofing.com share. Only together can we continue with fantastic publications! Boundary Plus took years to engineer and FREE ESTIMATES was specifically designed for smaller properties allowing your pets more room to play. Now they Happy New Year! Specializing in Residential Roofing can have all of their yard! Composition, Shake, Skylights, Repairs Avery & Attic Insulation Upgrade packages available for current customers. Mention The Mill Creek Influence and recieve $175 o Defining Quality Since 1996 Licensed, Bonded & Insured a fully installed outdoor Invisible Fence Brand system. October Special Winners! North Creek Roofing – Cherry Byrd Waddell and Reed – Kaylene Brewer Wine picnic basket Comprehensive Financial plan ($900 value) Quality Foreign Auto – Vicki Samuelson Mattress City – Carol Confer $50.00 gift certificate towards any major service Memory Foam Pillow Artisan Custom Framing – Corinne Johanson Western Washington Family Medicine – Connie Bolton $40.00 gift certificate Emory’s Restaurant Gift Certificate Dr. Mulliken at Mill Creek Dentistry – Karen Day Chelsi Greenwood Photography – Katie Stark Gift Certificate to Massage Envy & Azul Complimentary Photo Shoot White Tiger Martial Arts – Casey Culberson Gold Creek Community Church – Bryan Hendrickson One Month of classes including uniform & t-shirt $20 gift certificate to the Cafe The Country Village Shops – Galinda Porter Mill Creek YMCA – Amy McCarthy $50 gift certificate to Country Village 1 month of free membership Budget Blinds – Alyssa Culberson Lorinda’s Salon and Spa Store 3/31/2012 In spa Gift Certificate Gift Certificate – Stephanie Mrus
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    8 neighborhoodNews The Mill Creek Influence January January The Mill Creek Influence 9 Golf Tip of the Month Convenient. Nutritious. Delicious. Is Your Body Ready for Golf in the New Year? Putting on extra holiday pounds makes you more than jolly. If roll makes you think more of your waist than your put- Dinners Ready... e Better Choice! ting, how are you going to get back in golfing form? Have you thought about Totem Hill Plaza | (425) 825-9323 golf conditioning and golf workouts for 12305 120th Ave NE, Suite C Kirkland, WA 98034 the coming season? KirklandWA@DinnersReady.com | www.dinnersready.com See coupon in the back for an amazing discount Golf fitness, once as obscure as a double FREE delivery for Mill Creek and surrounding area eagle, is now main stream. From golf specific fitness centers to golf fitness cable programs and even golf fitness magazines, it appears that no part of the fitness uni- verse is untouched by the world of golf. So where does one go for a golf workout? swing and equipment. The institute is one consulting these professionals is that their Start at the local gym. Many gyms have of the most technology advanced golf focus is solidly on golf fitness. exercise equipment that can be used or evaluation facilities in existence focusing adapted for exercises that can enhance on swing efficiencies, conditioning and If you are the more self directed type your golf game. If the local gym is not custom equipment fitting. Although not there are cable TV shows, web sites and to your liking try a fitness facility that is cheap this experience will define you as books that address the fitness needs and purpose built and designed for golf exer- having touched one of the pinnacles of concerns of today’s golfer. There is no lack cise. While not as prolific as health clubs the golf fitness pyramid. of self-help material. no one here cares how much you can bench press. Who should you turn to for golf exercise Of course before starting any fitness advice? Do not settle for the local generic program it is a good idea to consult Want to really step up your golf fitness athletic trainer. There are doctors, physical with your physician. And after they give experience? Attend a half day, two day therapists and athletic trainers, trained the green light – get on a golf fitness or three day Titleist Performance Insti- and well skilled in the body mechanics program. Your body and golf game will tute experience. Once reserved for the of the golf swing. They use advanced thank you for it. best golfers in the world, these programs diagnostic equipment to analyze range of assess the total picture of the golfer: body, motion and strength. And the best part of Charles Doepp
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    10 neighborhoodNews The Mill Creek Influence January January The Mill Creek Influence neighborhoodNews 11 news from the Mill Creek women’s club The Mill Creek Women’s Club is a precious pets wonderful social and philanthropic club, which gives you the opportunity to meet new friends and give back to the commu- nity. Why not make 2012 the year to join us at our upcoming luncheon on January 18th at the Mill Creek Country Club. The American Ballroom Dance Institute save Sa Pet Name: Bonhoeffer Ware will be teaching Latin Dancing. We will 10% or Tvreai1n0% on a Gr be taught simple and easy Latin Dance One ing c l oom i n moves. Be prepared to participate, put on o er a per h ss with g ser vi c Hello, we are the Ware family, and we hold this ad. e ouse . Ex your dancing shoes and have a great time! p. 12 /31/1 1 have lived in Mill Creek for 12 years now. Our precious pet is Bonhoeffer The Mill Creek Women’s Club Philan- (a.k.a. Bon Bon), and he is a Pomera- thropy Chair, Pat Lawrence was pleased Wardrobe. We are still in need of mon- “Girls Night Out”. More information will nian with orange and white fur. He was to report that our Annual Auction held etary donations, so reach in your heart follow in the coming months for this perfect named after a famous German Theolo- at our November luncheon raised in and mail a tax deductible check made out night out with our dearest and best girl- Because your dog deserves the best... gian, Dietrich Bonhoeffer, in an attempt excess of $14,000 for the YWCA Path- to “YWCA Pathways” to The Mill Creek friends. Hint: The whole Town’s involved. Located just minutes away, yet worlds apart, discover why Doggy Haven Resort is this to get my husband to like him. Is it ways for Women. These monies will go Women’s Club, PO Box 12453 Mill areas number one destination for dogs. working? Well, let’s just say my husband From the moment they enter our lobby, guests to our spacious countryside resort towards the much needed programs to Creek, WA 98082. Your generosity is Again, we invite you to join our club still prefers the human Bonhoeffer! experience friendship, stimulation and relaxation in boarding and daycare, develop new run Pathways for Women, such as a Staff greatly appreciated. and attend our upcoming luncheon on skills and a strengthened relationship with you in training, and receive Advocate for their Children of Domes- January 18th. Please contact Kathleen excellent handling and care while being groomed head to tail. Bonhoeffer is a cheerful dog, and he spins in circles when he tic Violence Program, Mental Health Stay tuned for an exciting announcement Corbiere at 425-357-6239 or send an Come experience everything we have to offer! sees you, and until you pick him up. He loves to ride in the car Counseling for low-income women in that will also benefit YWCA Pathways for email to membershipmcwc@gmail.com when I go pick up the kids from school. It is a guarantee that our community and Working Women’s Women. Remember you heard it first as to make your reservation today. when you see him, you will smile! O ering you & your dog the f inest Boarding, Daycare, Grooming & Training Bon Bon cannot really be considered a spoiled dog. The fact is, he 482-4472 Phone in one location really has to “endure” all of the love and affection that he receives from our kids, especially our 9-year-old Caitlin, and her 6-year- Why not make 2012 the year to join us at our upcoming old brother, Jameson. Bon Bon brings lots of joy to our lives! Your dog’s favorite destination! luncheon on January 18th at the Mill Creek Country Club. www.doggyhaven.com 5303 West Interurban Boulevard, Bothell, WA 98012 (425) 482-4472 Phone
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    12 neighborhoodNews The Mill Creek Influence January January The Mill Creek Influence neighborhoodNews 13 The Mill Creek Influence glassybaby EvEnt! GlaSS b lO W I N G There’s nothing like a first-hand experience working with molten glass on a blowpipe using W e know many of you have at least one Glassybaby in your home, right? Imagine creating your own piece of the bench, marver, blocks, and jacks to bring out your inner Michelangelo. does not help with those needs but as of times. Lee’s story of survival inspires so ence Glassybaby. Light your event with art in the Glassybaby studio in Madrona! today Glassybaby has donated more than many. Glassybaby sales are up 35% this Glassybaby rentals; plan a private glass- Several Mill Creek residents recently had $600,000 from sales to charities dedicat- year. The more Glassybabys that are sold, blowing event as The Influence did, or the chance to do just that! We were able ed to healing and helping patients with the more money that will be given away enjoy an insider’s view of glass artistry at to create bowls, tumblers, balls and paper- those costs during chemotherapy. The to charities.It takes four artists to make the Madrona studio of Glassybaby during weights with our own individual choices company’s goal is to eventually give away one Glassybaby. a 30-45 minute tour. Contact events@ and colors. 10% of all sales to charities. glassybaby.com. Glassybaby has three When we weren’t creating our master- in the soothing light and found the peace Glassybabys are made by Seattle artists Seattle area stores: University Village, There’s nothing like a first-hand experi- pieces, we enjoyed horsd’oeuvres and sip- and calm she needed to heal. She wanted Some charity partners include Seattle in 400+ colors with names like hope, joy, Bellevue on Main Street and the flagship ence working with molten glass on a ping from our Glassybaby “drinkers” aka to spread that hope. Cancer Care Alliance, Memorial Sloan- frog hunting, wet dog, Grandma Jane’s store/studio in Madrona. blowpipe using the bench, marver, blocks, “drinkybabyies.” It truly was a fun and Kettering, Fred Hutchinson Cancer caramel and happiness. 70+ artists work and jacks to bring out your inner Michel- social evening. Glassybaby makes a per- She began hiring artists to make more of Research Center, Gilda’s Club New York seven days a week at the Madrona stu- Every day is a Glassybaby day, of course, angelo. It was truly a one-of-a-kind fect gift and many of the attendees left the glass votives so that she could spread City, The Humane Society of the United dio. The company just added two new but holidays are a wonderful time to hands-on affair. Big thanks to Stewart with new purchases for holiday gifts. the light of Glassybaby, and Glassybaby States and Camp Korey (a Paul Newman ovens and more artists to keep up with share the light, beauty, inspiration and and Julie Patey of Mattress City for pro- Glassybaby was started by founder Lee was born! To Lee, they represented “that Hole in the Wall Camp for sick children). the demand. People who are touched charity of a Glassybaby gift. viding the fine wine for this event and Rhodes in1998 who was fighting her deep breath that we often forget to take.” Glassybaby are a gift of goodwill and by Glassybaby share their stories of Tablas Woodstone Taverna for providing third battle with cancer and raising three Lee remembers meeting people in wait- people buy them to signify people in hope, humor, loss and love. As each one Special thanks to Tiffany Brown from the amazing food, and last but not least, small children when she first dropped a ing rooms who could not afford basic their lives or special occasions: weddings, leaves the door, Lee knows that it will Sealed with Love for putting together the the awesome music provided by Experi- tea light into a handmade, colorful, glass day-to-day costs like bus fare and grocer- funerals, birthdays, or even a new baby. play a part of light and hope in a new entire event from start to finish, I couldn’t ence Sound Systems. votive. Lee found great hope and healing ies during treatment. Health insurance They are symbols of hope during difficult story. There are many ways to experi- have done it without her. continued...
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    14 neighborhoodNews The Mill Creek Influence January January The Mill Creek Influence neighborhoodNews 15 glassybaby ...continued 2 Name: Kylie kids kids Age: 10 Grade: 5th Grade Favorite Movies: “Up” – “Mrs. Doubtfire” -- Favorite Music: Adele, Katy Perry, Lady Gaga, Gwen Stefani Sports I Play: “Soccer” – “Softball” Musical Instrument I Play/Want to Learn: Piano,Violin & Recorder Special Interests/Hobbies: I like to Ski & I like to Draw, Your Favorite Vacation: I love Hawaii & California Upcoming Challenge(s): State Cup (Soccer) Something Unique About Me: I love Whales & like to collect “whale things Start your new year in church. When I Grow Up I’m Going to Be: “I’m not sure exactly what I Veteran’s Day 4326 148th Street Southeast want to be yet, but I am interested in being”: A Pharmacist, An Mill Creek, WA 98012-4705 (425) 316-3333 Artist, A Fashion Designer and/or a Teacher. http://www.goldcreek.org Sunday Service Times 9:00am, 10:30am & Noon in Mill Creek Name: Taylor Age: 8 Grade: 3rd Grade Speakers-Mike Todd, Mayor of Mill Jackie Toombs, chair of the Mill Creek Favorite Movies: “Despicable Me” Creek and Commander Daniel Limberg, Arts and Beautification Advisory Board, Favorite Music: Lady Gaga & Jennifer Lopez Executive Officer at Everett Navy Station worked with the City to make the cer- Sports I Play: Soccer, Basketball Over 100 people braved the rain to attend who is a resident of Mill Creek. emony possible. Musical Instrument I Play/Want to Learn: Piano the Veteran's Day Ceremony at the Mill Special Interests/Hobbies: I like to play sports, paint, ride my Creek Veteran's Monument located in National Anthem sung by Dyann Arthur The Veteran's Monument honors those, liv- bike and read children and fam ilies by atively nurture ation for a Library Park. eek exists to cre nt which provides the found who is a resident of Mill Creek. ing and dead, who have served in the armed Your Favorite Vacation: Hawaii, California, Camping Kids at the Cr fe, loving envir onme for ages 2 - kin dergarten providing a sa ng. Preschool forces.  For more information http://www. lifetime of learni Upcoming Challenge(s): Piano Recital ation call (425) 931-8092 The Everett Navy Station Honor Guard For more inform Chris Ackerman played God Bless cityofmillcreek.com on the news, info and Something Unique About Me: I love to do anything “crafty” or visit www.k idsatthecreek.co m Church k Community performed the flag ceremony and Chuck c/o Gold Cree k, WA 98012 America beautifully on the trumpet. He press releases link. When I Grow Up I’m Going to Be: I want to be a few things: 4326 148th Str eet SE Mill Cr ee Wright raised the flag.  Chuck Wright -12 school year. came all the way from the east coast to esday, January 17 for the 2011 An Artist, A Teacher and/or I want to help animals & find Tours Begin Tu Come check us out! was instrumental in bringing the Veteran's see his father's name that is engraved on Marla Nulph homes for pets. Monument to Mill Creek. one of the columns.
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    16 neighborhoodNews The Mill Creek Influence January January The Mill Creek Influence neighborhoodNews 17 a time on a wood plank which had the placed at the center of the table, indi- Tablas logo burned in. Even though there vidual plates taken one at a time, dished was several planks brought to our table, up by our amazing wait staff, and brought these disappeared very quickly as every- back to us to enjoy. This dish had some of one expressed delight while eating this everything in it, Shrimp, Mussels, But- dish. As the next wave of Tapas was being ter Clams, all of which were layered into brought out to our table, we all began to an amazingly flavored Rice with cheeses realize that this was just the beginning. and Lemon slices adorning the perimeter. As with all the dished we had previously Salmon & Dungeness Terrine w/ house tasted, this dish was very delicious and made crackers, Grilled Asparagus w/ enjoyable to eat, providing a multitude of Aioli, Tigre’s Stuffed mussels, wonderful flavors, some guests had sec- onds and some even had thirds. Baked Feta w/ sundried tomato and Kalamata olives, Calamari Tenders Dessert was also served Tapas style, w/ Serrano Aioli, and Gazpacho with Crème brulee, Cheesecake, Ice Creams, Chilled Vegetables Soup began to arrive and custards all grouped and served at our table one dish after another. together on several Tablas branded wood serving planks for the entire party to All of these dished were amazing, The sample from, all very tasty. Review Salmon and Dungeness Terrine had won- restaurant derful flavor and a texture that literally From the beginning of our evening, right Tablas Woodstone Taverna melted in your mouth, it was hard not down to the very last spoonful of dessert, 15522 Main Street  Mill Creek, Wa 98012-9023 to put a heaping amount of this on your the food, the service and our dining expe- house made cracker. The Grilled Aspara- rience at Tablas Woodstone Taverna was a (425) 948-7654 gus was cooked perfectly, retaining just great experience. I know I will be dining the right amount of crispness and paired there frequently to sample more from with the Aioli was delightful on the taste their extensive menu. buds. The Tigre’s Stuffed Mussels, two Located at 15522 Main Street in Mill Creek, is Tab- candles adorn the walls, the free standing gas fireplace with a words- Unique and Absolutely Tasty (ok DISCLAIMER: The business reviewed in this sec- suspended hood (a focal point upon entering the establishment), that’s more than two words) but really, las Woodstone Taverna, a Spanish Mediterranean tion provided products and/or services free of charge in the beautiful rustic solid wood “large group table” which we most of us had never experienced Mus- exchange for this review. tapas restaurant, which as mentioned by many resi- were seated at, smaller tables lining the storefront windows, and sels prepared in this manner. If you like dents, is a wonderful addition to the Town Center. cozy raised booths lining the interior wall. mussels -this is an absolutely must try dish. The Calamari Tenders w/Serrano From the moment we walked into Tablas Woodstone Taverna, Tapas (Spanish pronunciation: [‘tapas]) - a wide variety of Aioli was another dish that disappeared we were greeted with warm welcoming smiles and amazing appetizers, or snacks, in Spanish cuisine. They may be cold (such very quickly, the Gazpacho with Chilled hospitality. We were quickly introduced to our wait staff (who as mixed olives and cheese) or warm. Vegetable Soup, in a few words -Yum, by the way took very, very good care of our large party the entire Refreshing, Wow, Summery (is that a evening) and ushered in past a large, free-standing cylindrical Tablas has several pages of tapas & small plates to sample indi- word?) and, Is there anymore? gas fireplace located at the central core of the restaurant, to our vidually, to layer together, and/or to share with others. (They expansive, almost rustic styled solid wood table which was pre- also have a nice wine list and a full bar).That night Clara (our Needless to say that after all this Tapas, set for 16 guests. Tablas also has a very large wine selection and chef ) had made our choices easy for us by creating an impres- we were all feeling satisfied, but out a full bar to quench your thirst if you so desire. sive Tapas menu that we would not soon forget. came the main course, Seafood Paella. This dish had been specially prepared for Once seated, I could not help but take in the interior décor, and We started out with the Bacon wrapped Dates with Balsamic our group and it was spectacular in size, I must say I was impressed with the environment that has been Reduction. These arrived on a skewer (perfect for sharing/ visual presentation, variety and taste. This created here. Tablas has a very warm and comfortable ambiance; sampling), drizzled with Balsamic reduction, and served four at is considered a community dish and was
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    18 neighborhoodNews The Mill Creek Influence January January The Mill Creek Influence neighborhoodNews 19 Family spotlight Family member names: David, Chelsi, Family traditions: Every Monday is family night. We go out to Madisyn, Marlie breakfast with all of our extended family on Christmas morning. Pets: none Kids? What activities are they involved with? Madisyn is in preschool Where are you from? David was born in the Bay Area in California and lived there What do you like to do to relax? Watch a good movie in our sweats until the end on Elementary School. with a yummy treat! Then he moved to Snohomish WA where he lived until after High School. Chelsi What music do you listen to? David likes Rap/ R&B. Chelsi loves grew up in the Bay Area in California Country. Madi and Marlie like twinkle twinkle little star and lived there until she and David got married What are your favorite tV shows? Castle, Raising Hope, The Office how long have you lived in your neighbor- What is your favorite part about living in your neighborhood? Being so hood? A little over a year close to everything! We love to walk everywhere to run errands. Profession(s): David is an employed by Costco in Everett. Chelsi owns and runs Chelsi Greenwood Photography. She specializes in creating photographic art for families and high school seniors. Favorite activities/hobbies: camping on the beach, going for walks, playing games, having barbeques in the summer Favorite Play area/Park/hang out: North Creek Park Favorite restaurants: Azul, Olive Garden, Thai Bistro Favorite Vacation spot: Southern California Beach Favorite sports teams: Oakland A’s, Seattle Seahawks Favorite Family Dinner: Homemade tortilla chicken soup with quesadillas on the side. Yum!
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    20 neighborhoodNews The Mill Creek Influence January January The Mill Creek Influence neighborhoodNews 21 the neW fountain of youth Zimmer Integrated Cooling System At Mill Creek Skin & Laser, client comfort is one of our top priorities. Our laser hair removal treatments incorporate the Zimmer Integrated cooling system maximizing client comfort Does it hurt? When being treated with the Elite™ Aesthetic Laser, you may experience a slight prickly or light stinging sensation. Remem- ber that everyone is different and what one person considers and minimizing side effects. The Zimmer provides a continu- bothersome another may not mind at all. It all depends on indi- ous flow of chilled air that protects the tissue and skin. vidual sensitivity or tolerance to the stimulation. Most people Laser Hair Removal What are the benefits of laser hair removal? tolerate the treatment just fine. . Faster & less Painful Than Electrolysis How does laser hair removal work? Laser hair removal provides per- The Elite MPX laser attacks the hair follicle to completely destroy Are there any side effects? manent removal of unwanted . Smoother Skin it – making hair regrowth in the targeted area impossible. Unlike After the treatment, redness and some slight swelling may occur, body and facial hair. . No Ingrown Hairs electrolysis, which involves injecting a needle into each and every typically lasting anywhere from 12 hours to 48 hours. . Save Time/Money on Temporary Hair Removal Methods hair follicle, the Elite laser emits a powerful beam of light that . Enhance appearance & Confidence passes through the skin and targets many follicles at once. Pre and Post Treatment Instructions Download the Pre and Post Treatment Instructions Form to This means instead of spending months or even years getting learn about what to do before and after the treatment. Remem- Why Mill Creek Skin & Laser? electrolysis treatments, patients can now permanently solve their ber to sign the form and bring it with you to your session. The New Elite MPX Laser System – the best hair laser technology unwanted hair problems in significantly less time. Laser hair in the world today. removal treatments are faster, safer and more effective. More Questions About Laser Hair Removal? Please contact us for more answers on laser hair removal or to Mill Creek Skin & Laser is proud to be one of the first laser How many treatments are required? schedule a free consultation. hair removal clinics in the area to offer the NEW Elite MPX The number of treatments is generally determined by the laser system by Cynosure, Inc., a leading developer and manu- amount of hair, phase of hair growth, area of the body, skin facturer of laser and light-based aesthetic treatment systems. color, hair color and coarseness. Generally, we recommend 4 – 8 treatments at 4 to 6 week intervals between treatments. FOR MEN AND WOMEN Treatment Customization Now o ering: The Elite MPX, which incorporates Cynosure’s patented Mul- A s s e e n o n D r. O z : C o o l s c u l p t i n g b y Z e l t i q tiPlex sequencing technology, is a highly versatile laser aesthetic workstation that combines two gold standard wavelengths in one system: the 755 nm Alexandrite laser and the 1064 nm Nd:YAG laser, with the capability of using them individually, switching between them, or blending them with the Multi- Plex sequencing technology, resulting in customized laser hair removal treatments to a wider range of patients of any skin type. MultiPlex™ dual wavelength technology By sequentially emitting dual wavelengths, Elite MPX provides safer and more effective treatments than single-wavelength sys- tems. For patients, that means greater satisfaction. Now with latest Elite MPX, sequential pulsing-whether it’s Alexandrite/Nd:YAG or Nd:YAG/Alexandrite- will fine tune laser hair removal treatments and eliminate the FINE hairs. The Elite MPX is using 18 mm spot size, which enable laser have w w w.MillCreekSkinLaser.com 15111 main street | suite a101 & a201 | Mill Creek, WA 98012 deeper and stronger penetration therefore achieve more effective 425.316.8200 | Hours: Tues-Sat 10:00 AM-6:00 PM results compared with 15 mm spot size on Classic Elite.
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    22 The Mill Creek Influence January January The Mill Creek Influence neighborhoodNews 23 You Need A Family Doctor You Can Talk To Like A Friend. Now you have someone who will listen to you and explain everything you need to know about your health at Western Washington Medical Group Family Medicine Enjoy Your Yard Again! We Can Help! yard Call Today month OF THE 425-317-8025 F a m i l y M e d ic in e Coming Soon: Lifestyle Medicine and Group Visits · · · · Including Cooking Classes • Physical Activity Training , Stress Management • Soul Care Exercises Silver Lake Location: 12728 19th Avenue SE Suite 300 Accepting New Patients | Accepting Most Insurances Everett WA 98208 Audiology & Hearing Aids, Cardiology, Clinical Laboratory, Critical Care, Ear, Nose & Throat, Endocrinology & Metabolism, Endoscopy, Family Medicine, Everett Location: Gastroenterology, Gateway Surgery Center, General Surgery, Internal Medi- 4301 Hoyt Avenue , • . . cine, Nephrology, Orthopedic Sports & Hand Center, Pathology, Podiatry, Everett WA 98203 Psychology, Pulmonary, Rheumatology, Sleep Medicine, Urology. - - - -
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    24 neighborhoodNews The Mill Creek Influence January January The Mill Creek Influence 25 Resident Recipe By Chef Colin of the Players Club INGReDIeNTS . 8 ounces angel hair pasta,, freshly cooked according to pack age directions . 1/2 cup Crisco® 100 % Extra Virgin Olive Oil . 5 cloves garlic,, minced . 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste . 1 can diced tomatoes, drained, (14.5 oz.) . 4 green onions, thinly sliced . 1 teaspoon salt . 1 container container fresh mozzarella cheese, drained, sliced . 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, torn into small pieces grated Parmesan cheese DIReCTIoNS PLACe freshly cooked pasta in a large bowl; set aside. HeAT olive oil in medium skillet over medium high heat. Add garlic and crushed red pepper flakes; cook and stir 1 minute. Add drained tomatoes and green onions; sprinkle with salt. CooK and stir until just heated through, about 3 minutes. Toss the hot cooked angel hair pasta with tomato mixture. ADD the sliced fresh mozzarella cheese and torn basil leaves; toss to mix. Divide pasta between 4 dinner plates. Serve imme- diately with grated Parmesan cheese.
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    26 neighborhoodNews The Mill Creek Influence January January The Mill Creek Influence neighborhoodNews 27 Tour & Travel Australia. New Zealand. Two of the World’s great unspoilt frontiers. The diverse natural and cultural landscapes of Australia and New Zealand are inspiring. Full of rich and fascinating experiences, they are the perfect back drop to lose yourself…and find yourself. Distinctive Australia Experience nature’s drama. From the endless space and the changing colors of the Australian Outback and Red Center, to the awe-inspiring national parks of the Top End. From the big city excitement of Sydney and Melbourne to the underwater wonderland of the Great Barrier Reef, with miles of pristine, sun-loving coastline in between. Australia has its fair share of car O F THE MONTH iconic natural wonders. Discover 40,000 years of indigenous history, wildlife you never thought existed and local characters Do you have a classic, exotic or whose warmth and humor will stay with you long after you return home. just plain cool car? Dream-like New Zealand This is a very rare 1980 BMW M1 with only 10,000 original New Zealand is arguably the miles. Finished in original Henna exterior with 2-tone black world’s purest destination – and grey interior. This is one of the lowest mile M1's in the clean, green and uncrowded. world. Recently winning the 2011 Preservation award at the Vast open spaces are filled BMW Puget Sound CCA Concourse. The M1 was BMW's with jaw-dropping landscapes. first BMW Motorsport vehicle. This is where the "M" in BMW From the tranquility of Mil- Motorsport comes from. The "M" stands for "Mid-Engine" ford Sound to the action and firsts series, M1. The M1 was a joint venture between BMW adventure of Queenstown, and Lamborghini, designed as a production racing car for the South Island is full of homologation. The M1 was produced from 1978-1981. This was contrasts. Picture snow-capped mountain ranges and mighty the only mid-engined BMW to be mass produced. After several fiords, braided rivers, wild forests and crater lakes. The North prototypes were made, only 456 production M1's were ever pro- Island holds its own with the stunning Bay of Islands, the bus- duced in the world. Out of the 456 BMW M1's produced, there tling harbor city of Auckland, active volcanoes and geothermal were about 50 made into BMW M1 Pro Cars. BMW M1's are Rotorua – the epicenter of New Zealand’s Maori culture. currently valued between $100-200K in U.S funds. The M1 is one of the rarest BMW's ever made, and is destined to be one of With a range of innovative itineraries and different ways to travel, the most sought after European sports cars ever produced. from a day to a month, we cover the best of Australia and New Zealand. We can’t wait to show you these destinations we love! Each month we will be highlighting a resident’s car in The Mill Creek Influence. Highlighting your car is FREE and is offered exclusively to residents of Mill Creek. Learn more about all the places we travel to at www.bourketravel.com To have your car featured in the next available monthly newsletter, all it takes is an email to Avery at avery.holder@n2pub.com.
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    28 neighborhoodNews The Mill Creek Influence January January The Mill Creek Influence neighborhoodNews 29 The Mill Creek It’s 4:30, REST STOP.. Mattress City, a different kind of Mattress store… what’s for dinner?! By Stewart Patey/Owner Mattress City Welcome to a new year! 2012. This is the time many of us begin Mattress City has some of the best manufacture warranties resolutions to better our lives. Mattress City has a great solution offered. One of the reasons for this is we do business with local to ring in the New Year. A new mattress set. Come in during the manufacturers here in the State of Washington. As a family As you may have noticed, Dinners Ready is no longer located in month of January and take advantage of our winter specials. Men- owned and operated mattress store we think it’s important to the Mill Creek Town Center; but do not worry, they have tran- tion the Mill Creek Influence and receive a FREE memory foam pil- support local business too. sitioned into complimentary delivery straight to your door and low with any mattress set purchase. No minimums required! even more amazing is their exceptionally easy website ordering Mattress City hopes your 2012 is safe and prosperous. Be sure system! Rick and his wife are thrilled to offer FREE delivery Mattress City is committed to helping you sleep better. We are to visit our website at www.mattress-city.com for the latest right to your front door, Mill Creek residents! Of course, if you for you. Want to make the meals yourself ? Come in and our one of the only non-commissioned mattress stores in the State. information. Follow us on Facebook for specials not found any- prefer to make your own meals they are still very conveniently staff will work hard to take care of you, making your time with Stop by and lie down on some beds and just basically hang out. where else. Remember that Mattress City helps families in need located in Kirkland. us fun and easy. No better place to do that than at Mattress City. We are located who normally can’t afford a new mattress set. We donate used conveniently at 121 SE Everett Mall Way. 1 block west of Target. mattresses to anyone who needs them. Help us by telling others. Dinners Ready provides delicious, restaurant-quality meals With Dinners Ready, you'll make fewer trips to the grocery Another way Mattress City looks to make a difference in our designed to freeze and cook at home, saving you time and mon- store, and always have wonderful meals on hand. Best of all, you We wanted to let our friends in Mill Creek know why you community. Until next time, Sleep well… ey. The nutritious meals are made from scratch, and with 16 new get something money can't buy: more time with your family and might choose to do business with Mattress City versus the other items every month your family will never get bored! less time in the kitchen... and you get all the credit! stores. My wife Julie & I didn’t want to just open another mat- tress store. That’s like another espresso stand in Seattle. There is They do all the meal planning, shopping, food prep and clean Look for the coupon in the back for an amazing offer! already many to choose from. We wanted to make a difference! up! For the ultimate in convenience, we'll even make your meals We look forward to seeing you in 2012! One of the ways we stand out from the crowd of mattress stores is Mattress City pay’s you money back for your old mattress set . Why do we do this? Simply put we want to incentivize you to stop putting up with your old mattress set and come in and get one that will properly support you. The experts say you should replace an old mattress every 6 to 8 years. The main reason is Come Join Us for your average queen size mattress will double in weight in about Family Dodge Ball Night 6 ½ years. (Dead skin cells, dust mites etc) You don’t want your mattress to make you sick. We have ways to keep you healthy and supported. Mattress City will pay $300 for your old king set, $200 for your old queen set and $100 for any full or twin set at Columbia Athletic Club! regardless of condition. We take the old mattresses and donate them to various charities. You help others in need when you choose Mattress City. For the old mattresses that are not able to be donated we work with recyclers to break them down so they Who: Family fun, no age limits. If your kids can dodge a ball, they can play! don’t end up in our landfills. When: Tues Jan 10th 6-8pm Gatorade and light snacks will be provided. Mattress City has a clean, classy and comfortable showroom. With top named brands and the absolute best price points you’ll find Where : Columbia Athletic Club- Silver lake 505 128th St SE, Everett, WA 98208 anywhere! Quality, selection and price are important when you are looking for a new mattress set, but the one thing that will stand out Why:  IT’S FUN and because fitness is an important aspect of a balanced , healthy when you visit Mattress City is our first class customer service. This lifestyle, and at Columbia Athletic Clubs, our specialty is fun family programming is provided at no extra charge! One of our customers said it best. that makes fitness enjoyable and obtainable for families of all ages, shapes and sizes. “Mattress City provides a Nordstrom experience at a Ross price”.
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    30 neighborhoodNews The Mill Creek Influence January January The Mill Creek Influence neighborhoodNews 31 financial Fitness financial content provided by Bryan Hendrickson – Waddell & Reed Creek City Hall. We are honored to plant & maintain the flag- pole-raised garden around the Veterans’ Monument in Library Park with respect to those who have served our country. Financial planning is a process that can help you reach your goals by evaluating your • Develop a clear picture of your whole financial picture, then outlining strategies that are tailored to your individual current financial situation by reviewing Since 1995 we have awarded a scholarship using proceeds from needs and available resources.  A comprehensive financial plan serves as a framework your income, assets, and liabilities, and our traditional Spring Flower Basket sale. Last year we awarded evaluating your insurance coverage, a $1000 scholarship to a deserving student enrolled in Edmonds for organizing the pieces of your financial picture. With a financial plan in place, you'll your investment portfolio, your tax Community College’s Horticulture Department. We also invite be better able to focus on your goals and understand what it will take to reach them. exposure, and your estate plan four elementary schools to participate in a grant program by One of the main benefits of having a financial plan is that it can help you balance • Establish and prioritize financial goals submitting plans for a garden project to be implemented and competing financial priorities. A financial plan will clearly show you how your finan- and time frames for achieving these goals carried out by the students. We made cash awards to Cedar cial goals are related--for example, how saving for your children's college education • Implement strategies that address your Wood and Woodside Elementary and were able to offer 10 might impact your ability to save for retirement. Then you can use the information current financial weaknesses and build hours of landscape restoration services from our Scholarship you've gleaned to decide how to prioritize your goals, implement specific strategies, on your financial strengths Recipient to Mill Creek Elementary. and choose suitable products or services. Best of all, you'll have the peace of mind that • Choose specific products and services comes from knowing that your financial life is on track. that are tailored to meet your financial Our monthly speakers have covered every topic from “worm   objectives mulch” to “this pink flamingo goes where?” In November our The financial planning process • Monitor your plan, making adjust speaker from Wight’s Nursery demonstrated wreath making and Creating and implementing a comprehensive financial plan generally involves working ments as your goals, time frames, or how to tie big bows. In December we had a lively & spirited with financial professionals to: circumstances change Christmas party! The theme, “Home for the Holiday’s” After we put down our rakes & pruners, we dressed in sparkly duds, tapped Staying on track our toes to upbeat piano music and sang some old-fashioned The financial planning process doesn't end once your initial plan has Christmas songs with Santa. Gifts, extravagant raffle prizes, been created. Your plan should generally be reviewed at least once a games, laughter and lively conversation were the order of the day. year to make sure that it's up-to-date. It's also possible that you'll need to modify your plan due to changes in your personal circumstances or What’s next? On January 14th we’ll learn the pro’s secrets the economy. Here are some of the events that might trigger a review for lush indoor plants when guest speaker Maggie Green of your financial plan: from Green Stone Designs takes the stage. She’ll be sharing Bryan L. Hendrickson Mill Creek her secrets about staging your plants and ways to keep plants garden club District Manager, Financial Advisor 425-774-9053, Ext. 109 • Your goals or time horizons change healthy in the home. bhendrickson@wradvisors.com • You experience a life-changing event such as marriage, the www.bhendrickson.wrfa.com birth of a child, health problems, or a job loss February 8th will find us gathered again enjoying our speaker’s news • You have a specific or immediate financial planning need program bringing us up-to-the-minute fresh ideas for designing (e.g., drafting a will, managing a distribution from a retirement and redesigning our personal landscapes. Texture, balance, unity, account, paying long-term care expenses) color, perspective are just some of the points that will be cov- Are your investments positioned appropriately to help you achieve your nancial goals? • Your income or expenses ered. It’s time to relocate your old faithful plants and introduce • Comprehensive Financial Plans substantially “what’s new in the nursery”. • Investment portfolio review and customized portfolio design increase or decrease The Mill Creek Garden Club is delighted to have been asked • Life insurance and long-term care planning • Your portfolio hasn't to contribute to this creative and exciting new publication for Our “spring flower basket sale” is coming up. Watch for the flyers! • Consolidate multiple 401Ks performed as readers in the Mill Creek & surrounding area. • IRA’s and Roth IRA conversion expected The Mill Creek Garden Club meets the second Wednesday of • Annuities and college savings plans • You're affected MCGC’s purpose: to encourage an interest in all styles of garden- the month, September thru May at the Mill Creek Country by changes to ing, indoor and outdoor, and to promote civic beauty & sound Club. Membership fees are $25.00 annually. Luncheon fees for COMPLIMENTARY No Obligation, the economy or tax horticulture practices in the community. Under the direction of members are $23, and $25 for guests. For more information, ONE HOUR Financial Consultation laws Marla Nulph, working with a city-approved design she created, please visit www.millcreekgardenclub.com. To make a reserva- Insurance products o ered through companies with whom Waddell & Reed has agreements. MCGC maintains the “Friendship Garden” located on Village tion, call Dawn Robnett, 425-385-8460 or email her at dawn- Waddell & Reed, Inc. Member SIPC Green Drive. We also maintain the garden at the entrance to Mill robnett@comcast.net.
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    & 32 Younglife The Mill Creek Influence January January The Mill Creek Influence neighborhoodNews 33 2011 - 12 Everett Public Schools student calendar 2011 2012 MON TUE WED THUR FRI MON TUE WED THUR FRI JULY JANUARY Sparkle, Shine 1 2 3 4 5 6 Sep 5 Labor Day 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13* 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Sep 7 first day of school 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27* Sep 23 early release, all grades 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Oct 7 early release, all grades GLoW with Dr. Dawn AUGUST FEBRUARY Oct 21 early release, elementary & middle school 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 Oct 24-28 early release, elementary & middle school conferences 8 9 10 11 12 6 7 8 9 10 Nov 11 Veterans Day, schools closed 15 16 17 18 19 13 14 15 16 17 Nov 23 early release, all grades 22 23 24 25 26 20 21 22 23 24 Nov 24-25 Thanksgiving Break 29 30 31 27 28 29 Dec 1 early release, elementary & middle school SEPTEMBER MARCH Dec 2 trimester ends -- early release, elementary & middle school 1 2 1 2 Dec 19-Jan 2 Winter Break 5 6 7* 8 9 5 6 7 8 9 Jan 13 early release, all grades 12 13 14 15 16 12 13 14 15 16* Jan 16 Martin Luther King Jr. Day, schools closed Dear Dr. Dawn, 19 20 21 22 23* 19* 20* 21* 22* 23* Jan 27 first semester ends 26 27 28 29 30 26 27 28 29 30 Jan 30 teacher work day; schools closed for students OCTOBER APRIL Feb 17-21 Mid-Winter Break 3 4 5 6 7* 2 3 4 5 6 Mar 9 teacher work day; schools closed for students Every New Year I make the same resolution with no success. 10 11 12 13 14 9 10 11 12 13 Mar 16 trimester ends 17 18 19 20 21* 16 17 18 19 20 Mar 19-23 early release, elementary only, conferences Can you please help me achieve my New Years resolution of 24* 25* 26* 27* 28* 23 24 25 26 27 Apr 2-6 Spring Break losing weight? 31 30 May 4 early release, all grades NOVEMBER MAY May 25 early release, all grades 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4* May 28 Memorial Day, schools closed 7 8 9 10 11 7 8 9 10 11 May 29-Jun 1 early release, middle & high school only for presentations/culminating exhibitions From: Tired of being fat 14 15 16 17 18 14 15 16 17 18 Jun 7 early release, elementary & middle school 21 22 23* 24 25 21 22 23 24 25* Jun 8 teacher work day; schools closed for students 28 29 30 28 29* 30* 31* Jun 21 last day of school, early release, all grades DECEMBER JUNE 1* 2* 1* It’s New Year’s and time to set your New Year’s resolution to 5 6 7 8 9 4 5 6 7* 8 Note: Check with your school for early release times 12 13 14 15 16 11 12 13 14 15 Note: The last day of school may change if schools are closed for weather lose weight and feel great! Now is the time to set goals and 19 20 21 22 23 18 19 20 21* 22 or other emergencies during the school year. become the person you want to be and HCG can help! You 26 27 28 29 30 25 26 27 28 29 Makeup days are added at the end of the school year. can make your weight loss dreams come true, so get ready for * see note on right schools closed teacher work day, schools closed for students change in your life! What is HCG? Mill Creek’s preferred custom framer since 1980 Excellence in the care of: We transform you memories into masterpieces. HCG stands for Human Chorionic Gonadotropin, a hormone Ear, Nose, & roat Specialists for the Entire Family Nasal Symptoms and Sinusitis • Hearing Loss and Ear Disease • Balance Disorders present in both men and women, but which is produced in great We will always meet or beat our competitor’s prices. Diagnosis & Treatment of Lumps of the Neck, yroid & Parathyroid Tonsil and Adenoid Problems amounts in pregnant females. During pregnancy, the substance Snoring and Sleep Apnea • Voice and Swallowing Di culties Part of the U-Frame-It Family almost completely controls the woman’s metabolic functions. In non-pregnant women, research suggests HCG increases the metabolism similar to a pregnant woman. The HCG drops, combined with a specific very low calorie diet, force the body to CREATIVE burn up abnormal fat. A Member of Proliance Surgeons, Inc. P.S. DESIGNS. CUSTOM Happy New Year John Parker, MD Duncan Riddell, MD Tyler Kimbrough, MD, PhD BUILT. Henry Chang, MD Dr. Dawn Hunter, Serving Adults and Children for over 30 years Shawn Rogers, MD DC, LE Visit us at www.pugentsoundent.com Director of Aesthetics at Radiant MedSpa, 15111 Main Street, Ste. A104 Mill Creek North Seattle Edmonds 425-640-5900, radiantmedspa.com 15021 Main Street, Ste. K Mill Creek, WA 98012 9730 3rd Ave NE, Ste. 201 Seattle, WA 98115 21616 76th Ave. W, Ste. 112 Edmonds, WA 98026 425.385.2121 425-337-4810 206-526-9999 425-775-6651 www.artisancustomframing.com A liated With Seattle Children’s Hospital | Northwest Hospital | Swedish-Edmonds Hospital | Swedish - Mill Creek Hospital
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    34 realestateResource The Mill Creek Influence January January The Mill Creek Influence 35 Custom Shutters BEST SELLER GAS INSERT Featured properties may not be listed by the office/agent presenting this brochure. Source Multiple Listing Service. All information herein has not been verified and is not guaranteed. Supplied by Supplied by Charles & Sue Doepp, Brokers RE/MAX Northwest Realtors Address Neighborhood List Price Sale Price Sold Date DOM SqFt 15521 25th Lane SE Woodfern $425,000 69 3,024 15307 33rd Dr SE Tha Parks $459,900 10 2,823 3412 157th Pl SE The Parks $539,950 163 3,627 4720 177th Pl SE Hyde Park $749,000 $743,000 10/31/11 809 3,726 15% off our best shutter 2316 162nd St SE Chatham Park $399,000 $396,000 10/21/11 19 2,423 1716 142nd Pl SE Sunrose $465,000 $460,000 10/27/11 61 3,923 4829D 196th St. SW, PLUS free hidden tilt! 14914 14th Ave SE Juniper $488,000 $488,150 10/24/11 72 3,371 Lynnwood, WA 98036 Call for your free 425.771.6434 1719 148th St SE Evergreen $550,000 $550,000 10/26/11 17 4,492 in home consultation! 14123 24th Dr SE Vine Maple $649,000 $630,000 10/28/11 294 3,600 425-905-2074 HearthSideandHome.com www.snokinginteriors.com • 9915 7th ave se everett wa
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    36 The Mill Creek Influence January January The Mill Creek Influence neighborhoodNews 37 Tips to Transformation Working With Contractors From plumbers to roofers, electricians to countertop installers, work- Ask questions! The old adage is true - there is no stupid ques- ing with contractors can be a little daunting. We’re here to help equip tion, especially when it comes to your home! Make sure you are clear on everything you need to know, including warranty infor- you with the information you need to create a successful home- mation, budg-et, and timeline for completing your project. owner-contractor relationship. With this knowledge, you’ll be able to approach every home remodeling project with confidence that it will When the project is complete, your contractor should walk go smoothly, or, at the very least, with very few bumps in the road! through your home with you to be sure that everything is left clean and orderly. It is a good idea at this point to have a check- Contractor’s Responsibilities list that you and your contractor can go through together. You’ll Contractors should always provide a detailed cost breakdown be able to enjoy your beautiful home with ease of mind, know- before beginning work on your home. Price is of vital concern ing that all of the i’s are dotted and the t’s are crossed! for consumers, and it will go a lot more smoothly with no sur- prises. A clear description of costs will eliminate many misun- derstandings and conflicts that could occur otherwise. The contractor should keep you up to date with any changes that occur by providing you with a detailed invoice throughout the course of the project, so that there are no surprises with the final invoice. Contractors should provide you with a list of any and all sub- contractors and suppliers that they hire. This is important for insurance information, should there be any damages. Joint Responsibilities Be sure that you receive a signed, written contract. This contract should include the cost breakdown, schedule & the plans. Build a relationship. If you are able to build rapport and develop a good relationship with your contrac-tor, it is more likely that they will work hard to meet your needs. Your Responsibilities Know what you want. Develop a clear plan of your project, and be specific about your expectations. Communication is key. If you are clear about your expectations, including quality of work and budget, it is more likely that they will be met.
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    38 neighborhoodNews The Mill Creek Influence January January The Mill Creek Influence 39 Kids Beat Kids Humor What do you tell someone you didn't see at New Year's eve? What is a cow's favorite holiday? e Latest Technology I haven't seen you for a year! Moo Years Day!! • Computer Guided Implants • Cerec Crowns Caring fo r your hea Kids Recipe • ZoomWhitening lth for over • Invisalign 30 years Ingredients • Insurance Accepted . 1/4 cup butter or margarine . 5 cups miniature marshmallows • Flexible Payment Plans . 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract . 6 cups KELLOGG'S* RICE KRISPIES* cereal Visit us at www.millcreekdentistry.com . 1 pound prepared whipped vanilla frosting (approx.) . 2 cups sweetened flaked coconut 16030 Bothell/Everett Highway # 280 Mill Creek, WA 98012 . 1/2 (50 gram) bar DOVE® Milk Chocolate, melted Conveniently located on Bothell/Everett Hwy., near I-5 & I 405 . 200 grams M&M'S® Milk Chocolate, Peanut or Mint Holi 425-225-6334 • @ Dr. Bill Mulliken day Mix Chocolate Candies . Licorice ropes . Pretzel sticks Directions Melt butter in a large saucepan set over low heat. Add marsh- mallows; cook, stirring until melted and well blended. Stir in vanilla. Add cereal; stir until coated. Divide the mixture and lightly pack into three 250 ml (1 cup) portions, three 125 ml (1/2 cup) portions and three 75 ml (1/3 cup) portions. Working quickly, with damp hands, form each portion into a firmly packed round ball with a slightly flattened bottom. Stack the balls, three high, biggest to smallest to create three figures. Spread a thin layer of frosting all over each figure. Place the coconut in a shallow dish. Roll each figure in the coconut until well coated. Use melted chocolate and M&M'S® Holiday Mix Chocolate candies to create 'eyes', 'noses' and 'buttons' on the figures. Wrap licorice around the base of the smallest ball as a 'scarf '. Gently push the pretzel sticks into each side of the middle balls for 'arms'.
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    40 LocalEvents The Mill Creek Influence January January The Mill Creek Influence LocalEvents 41 January lo c a l e v e n ts Tuesday, January 10 Friday, January 13 Thursday, January 19 Saturday, January 28 – Sunday, January 29 Family Dodge Ball Night David Hidalgo & Louie Perez Jake Shimabukuro The Wedding Expo Where: Columbia Athletic Club Silver Lake, 505 128th St SE, Everett, Where: Edmonds Center for the Arts Where: Edmonds Center for the Arts Where: Lynnwood Convention Center WA 98208 When: 7:30pm When: 7:30pm Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 11am-4pm. $15 per ticket or buy one When: 6:00pm – 8:00pm David and Louie started writing songs together when they were in Renowned for lightning-fast fingers and revolutionary playing get one free at https://secure.bridesclub.com/seattle/ordertickets.cfm. Gatorade and light snacks will be provided. high school, long before they were in Los Lobos. Their recent CD is techniques, Jake views the ukulele as an "untapped source of For more information: http://www.bridesclub.com/bridal-shows/ a collection of unreleased recordings celebrating 40 years of writ- music with unlimited potential." Jake's mission is to show everyone lynnwood-everett-wedding-expo.cfm Wednesday, January 11 (Reservation deadline January 6) ing together. Tickets $35-$40. Youth $15. that the ukulele is capable of so much more than only the tradi- “Secrets of the Pros for Your Interior Plants” by Maggie Green from For more information: www.ec4arts.org tional Hawaiian music with which it is normally associated. Tickets GreenStone Designs $35-$40, $15 youth. For more information: www.ec4arts.org Maggie will talk about creative containers and new ways to use Friday, January 13 – Sunday, January 15 common household items to display your plants. She will also SJHA Arctic Blast Hockey Tournament Monday, January 23 share her secrets about how to stage and arrange potted contain- Where: Olympic View Arena and Lynnwood Ice Center Cascade Symphony presents Rachmaninoff's Second ers, ways to keep plants healthy at home, and bring examples of SQUIRT 'C'/ATOM 'C' Recreational division tournament.  Four game Where: Edmonds Center for the Arts the latest and greatest interior plants. guarantee. For more information: tournaments@sjha.com When: 7:30pm Rachmaninoff's Second; Sibelius/Rossini/Gershwin/Rachmaninoff. Anastasia Solomatina, pianist Tickets $25, Srs. $20, students $15, youth $10. For more information: www.ec4arts.org Saturday, January 28 Groundfrog Day in Snohomish Where: Town of Snohomish When: 11:00am – 1:00pm FREE. Sixth annual celebration, in which Snohomish Slew, the Frogtastic Frognosticator, scoops Pennsylvania's groundhog Punx- sutawney Phil by announcing his weather oracle and frogcast for the coming of spring in the Pacific NW. For more information: www.groundfrogday.org Saturday, January 28 International Guitar Night Where: Edmonds Center for the Arts When: 7:30pm This evening brings together the world's foremost acoustic guitar- ists to perform original compositions and exchange musical ideas in a public concert setting. Tickets $35-$40, youth $15. For more information: www.ec4arts.org
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    Home 42 neighborhoodNews The Mill Creek Influence January January The Mill Creek Influence neighborhoodNews 43 Month of the This month we are featuring a beautiful home in Hyde Seal it Park. Hyde Park is a gorgeous gated community located on with Love the outskirts of Mill Creek. Welcome to 2012 and the winter months ahead! The following are some great tips for making sure your home has a great new start to the year as well! 1) Furnace Inspection • Cap or screen the top of the chimney to keep out rodents • Call an HVAC professional to inspect your furnace and and birds. clean ducts. • If the chimney hasn't been cleaned for a while, call a chimney • Stock up on furnace filters and change them monthly. sweep to remove soot and creosote. • Consider switching out your thermostat for a programmable • Buy firewood or chop wood. Store it in a dry place away from thermostat. the exterior of your home. • If your home is heated by a hot-water radiator, bleed the valves • Inspect the fireplace damper for proper opening and closing. by opening them slightly and when water appears, close them. • Check the mortar between bricks and tuckpoint, if necessary. • Remove all flammable material from the area surrounding your 3) Check the exterior, Doors and Windows furnace. • Inspect exterior for crevice cracks and exposed entry points 2) Get the Fireplace Ready around pipes; seal them. • Use weatherstripping around doors to prevent cold air from Seal it with Love is a custom invitation and stationery boutique Some of their latest work includes creating custom event sig- entering the home and caulk windows. serving clientele nationwide. It is owner-operated by Tiffany nage and swag for several Seattle-based businesses and non- • Replace cracked glass in windows and, if you end up replacing Brown of Kirkland, WA and Heather Pierce of Flagstaff, AZ. profits, including High Maintenance Bitch, the Mack Strong the entire window, prime and paint exposed wood. Since 2003 they have created one-of-a-kind custom invitations Foundation and Connecting Borders Foundation. • If your home has a basement, consider protecting its window and stationery including greeting cards, personal stationery, wells by covering them with plastic shields. wedding invitations, save the dates, menus, programs, thank They will provide personal one-on-one service to create this • Switch out summer screens with glass replacements from you and place cards. Seal it with love is getting ready to launch same kind of custom signage, swag or invitations for corporate storage. If you have storm windows, install them. a custom line of stationery that will be available online and in and private events or fundraisers. For more information contact 4) Check Foundations retail stores in Washington and Arizona. • Rake away all debris and edible vegetation from the foundation. Tiffany Brown at (425) 820-5832 • Seal up entry points to keep small animals from crawling under Tiffany and Heather work one-on-one with their clients con- www.sealitwithlove.com. the house. ceptualizing, designing and printing their invitations, stationery • Tuckpoint or seal foundation cracks. Mice can slip through space or event swag. They create a unique and personalized experience Mention that you saw as thin as a dime. for each individual that reflects their style, character or event • Inspect sill plates for dry rot or pest infestation. theme. The personalized treatment and one-of-a-kind printed this in The Mill Creek • Secure crawlspace entrances. materials they produce can cater to a broad range of clientele, Influence and receive 5) Install Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors • Some cities require a smoke detector in every room. from the most demanding and high-end clients to those that a 15% discount! just want something simple and fun. • Buy extra smoke detector batteries and change them when day light savings ends. • Install a carbon monoxide detector near your furnace and / or water heater. • Test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors to make sure they work. • Buy a fire extinguisher or replace an extinguisher older than 10 years.
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    44 neighborhoodNews The Mill Creek Influence January January The Mill Creek Influence Healthliving 45 January 2012 Five Nail Fungus Treatments Holidays & Observances You Should Know Nail fungus is an exceptionally embarrassing medical complaint and rather frustratingly it 1 New Year's Day is not readily treatable, simply because the fungus is difficult to reach and thus tackle. 16 Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday People are often completely oblivious to the fact that they have The fourth treatment is surgical nail removal. This procedure is a toenail fungus infection. So what exactly are the symptoms done if you have a severe or recurring nail fungus infection. Just for a toe fungus infection? If toenails suffer from discoloration like the process for non-surgical removal, an anti-fungal cream (taking on a sickly yellow appearance), have become sensitive will also be applied directly once the infected nail is removed. to touch, especially when you try to cut them, or have become much thicker, then there may be a toenail fungus infection. The final treatment is to apply soothing oils that are designed to trickle to the very roots of the fungal infection, and these There are treatments available that can treat it quite quickly and oils help to soften your nails every time you apply the oil, and safely. best of all they can be used as a preventative measure as well. So, when you apply the soothing oils every morning and every The first line of defense is to apply an anti-fungal cream to the night, make sure to apply a small amount to non-infected nails Laughing Buddha affected area(s) for a minimum of 6 months; this is a crucial first to prevent the infection spreading there. step, intended to ensure that the fungus does not return. Most Yoga Studio of these creams are readily available over the counter and are Article Source: www.wellnessarticlelibrary.com Healing the Body, Stilling the Mind, Awakening the Spirit quite reasonable in price. These anti-fungal creams can be used to tackle mild to moderate infections and are applied directly to Laughing Buddha Yoga Studio is a space for transformation. Whether you seek the infected nail. Who Knew Going to the Dentist to transform the physical body, practicing quieting the mind or dive deeper into the spirit, we have a class for you. With an expansive schedule of classes, we Could Be So Much Fun? seek to make yoga available for all students. We currently offer: Vinyasa, Before using these creams however, make sure to undertake Hatha, Yin, Prenatal, Kids, Mom and Baby, Restorative, Adaptive, Meditation, and Private classes for individuals and groups. some basic precautions. Make sure you carefully review and 206-617-1672 |www.LaughingBuddhaYogaStudio.com examine the ingredient list before purchase to ensure that you 17624 15th Ave SE, #111A | Mill Creek are not allergic to any of the ingredients. Thoroughly clean your hands and feet with warm water and soap. The next treatment is medication, which is taken orally and is avail- able by prescription. While such tablets are extremely effective in dealing with the infection, they pose a number of health concerns. Liver, kidney and even heart function can all be majorly compro- mised, so such a decision should not be undertaken lightly and discussed with a doctor. A doctor will be able to fully disclose and Dr. Roger Lucas DDS discuss the potential side effects. If you still have reservations then Board Certified Pediatric Dentist you may want to make use of creams instead. Now Accepting New Patients! Infants-18 years old The third treatment is a non-surgical nail removal. Rather than Mention this ad to receive a free electric toothbrush at your exam conducting an operation, a special cream is used to weaken and eventually dissolve the nail; in so doing, any and all infected tissue Parent Map Golden will also dissolve. Once the nail and the infected tissue have been Teddy 2011’s safely removed, a topical anti-fungal cream is then applied to the Best Kids infected area to ensure that there is no nasty return of the infection. 425-774-1285 Dentist Winner 18833-B 28th Avenue, Lynnwood A major benefit of this treatment is that is relatively painless. By the Alderwood Mall, in the Shane Company Plaza
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