A lot of Americans tend to think that there’s only one kind of Chinese food, probably the same way most Malaysians think there’s only one kind of American food (which is burgers and fries from McDonald’s at one end of the price spectrum and at the other, Chilli’s).
You may be surprised to know that most authentic [...]

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It’s been a busy week and while no one here is getting hauled out of a Tim McGraw concert (or at least I hope not) that doesn’t leave any shortage of great blogging.
A Wannabe Hippie’s husband just returned from their own version of Man vs. Wild. Alone in the woods with 11 boys? Not for [...]

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I am slacking! It is maybe time to pass the torch of roundup-ness.
Well, a quickie will do when you have a headache don’t have the time!
Jessie to the Lo had a flood this week. No one drowned, thankfully.
Isabel made herself feel like an idiot, though clearly we know she is not.
Erica is talking [...]

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We’ve decided that we’re long overdue for an official comment policy.  So, without further ado, here it is.
At Seattle Mom Blogs we encourage debate, discourse, and free expression of beliefs and opinions.  Our members and readers come from all walks of life and span a wide range of political and ideological points of view. 
We [...]

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As a working mom, it’s an extra challenge for me to find special quality time to spend with my son. If I’m not cooking dinner, I’m cleaning the bathroom. If I’m not cleaning the bathroom, I’m doing laundry. If I’m not doing laundry, I’m returning phone calls.
Since the weather in Seattle [...]

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Looking for something to feast your eyes upon in downtown Seattle this weekend? Maybe you have some more Christmas shopping to finish or you’re looking for unique and original artwork for your own home?
Have I got the scoop for you!
My brother’s art studio, Fat Tiger, located in the 619 Building in the heart of Pioneer [...]

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There is a nice gentleman by the name of Paul who could use some input. I thought, who better than the sometimes over-ambitious, always prolific ladies at Seattle Mom Blogs? Let me know if you’re willing to share and I’ll forward you on.
Here is what he’s looking for… 
“I am the family reporter at the Seattle P-I and [...]

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Wind storms, mudslides, avalanches, floods, and RAIN RAIN RAIN. And that’s just today in the Seattle area. How are you, your families and your homes? We’re doing fine at the Daring household, home and dry with plenty of food, gas and not so much as a power glitch.
I know that [...]

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I’ve been thinking about the bloggers I’m linking too all week. There is a sobering theme to each of them. Seattle Mamacita has experienced some heart breaking news recently, and as her last post was a week ago today she is still trying to recover.  Please stop by and show your support. I read some [...]

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I have to admit, when soccer season started this year, I wanted to bail before the first practice.
I was not looking forward to all the mud-filled, crouching-under-an-umbrella-in-the-freezing-rain hours on the sidelines, grasping the cup of hot cocoa like it was my lifeline, as I cheered a group of 8-year-olds to score a goal. I wasn’t [...]

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