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    “Give Back” Referral Rewards August 2022

    Each of the referrers will receive a $10 gift card. A matching $20 donation for each referral totaling $260 was made to  Northwest Harvest Washington State’s leading hunger-relief agency.

    Northwest harvest will also be our charity of the month for August. Northwest Harvest provides “an average of two million meals each month through” their “statewide network of 375 food banks, meal programs, and high-need schools. Northwest Harvest provides nutritious, culturally appropriate food to anyone in need while respecting people’s dignity and promoting good health.”

    You can support this month’s charity by referring friends or family for quotes or donating directly.

    August 17, 2022

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    Insurance Coverage for Your New Car

    Congratulations! After weeks of research, comparing makes and models, and taking test drives you finally bought that brand-new car you wanted. But before you take that well-deserved road trip, check one more item off your list: the right car insurance. While some auto coverage options are essential whatever the age of your car, new vehicles […]

    August 15, 2022

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    “Give Back” Referral Rewards July 2022

    A matching $20 donation for each referral totaling $140.00 was made to CARE’s humanitarian crisis response in Ukraine. They are endeavoring to reach millions with aid and recovery, food, water, hygiene kits, psychosocial support, and cash assistance.

    Our July charity is Northwest Harvest Washington State’s leading hunger-relief agency. Northwest Harvest provides “an average of two million meals each month through” their “statewide network of 375 food banks, meal programs, and high-need schools. Northwest Harvest provides nutritious, culturally appropriate food to anyone in need while respecting people’s dignity and promoting good health.”

    July 11, 2022

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    Stinky’s Riddles July 2022

    Are you smarter than Stinky?
    What English word retains the same pronunciation, even after you take away four of its five letters?

    July 11, 2022

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    Stinky’s Riddles June 2022

    Are you smarter than Stinky?

    Only one color, but not one size. Stuck at the bottom, yet easily flies. Present in sun, but not in the rain. Doing no harm, and feeling no pain. What is it?

    July 11, 2022

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    What is Travel Protection Insurance and Do I Need It?

    Travel insurance can minimize the financial risks associated with traveling. From accidents to illness to lost luggage, travel insurance has you covered. Vacations are usually an exciting time, filled with anticipation and activity planning. What travelers seldom plan for, however, are events that are a little less sun-and-fun and a little more doom-and-gloom.  Interruptions, cancellations, […]

    July 11, 2022

  • Slow Cooker Chili Con Carne with Beans

    I like to start this recipe the night before and get everything in the crockpot and ready to go.  Then I store it in the refrigerator. Then in the morning, I set it to low and let the chili slow cook all day. If you are in hurry you can omit stew meat & make […]

    June 14, 2022

  • EASY Budget BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches

    This is the easiest budget-friendly pulled pork recipe I have ever come across. Ingredients 1 (14 oz) can of beef broth 1 tsp liquid smoke (optional) 3 pounds of boneless country pork ribs 1 (18 oz) bottle of barbeque sauce 12 Hamburger buns Sliced cheese (optional) Coleslaw (optional) Directions Step 1 Pour a can of […]

    June 14, 2022

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    It’s Prom Season! 4 Tips to Keep Your Teen Safe

    Corsages, limousines, too much cologne, and a million and one selfies. That’s right, it’s prom season again! Learn how to keep your teen safe on this milestone night. Prom — a time of exhilaration and celebration for teens eager to get out and enjoy themselves, but a nerve-wracking test of trust for even the most […]

    June 13, 2022

  • Depression Era -Hoover Stew

    Cook the macaroni according to the instructions on the box.

    While the pasta cooks, slice the hot dogs into thin “coins.”

    Open cans of tomatoes and corn or beans, but do not drain.
    Combine the contents of the cans and the hot dog slices in a large pot, and bring to a simmer
    Break up the tomatoes into small chunks as the mixture heats.
    Drain the macaroni when it is barely al dente. Reserve the cooking water to add to the stew, if needed.
    Add the macaroni, and continue simmering until all of the ingredients are thoroughly heated and the hot dogs are cooked

    June 8, 2022