Kid Craze Drives Moms to Near Insanity
A reminiscence recalls the 1980s Garbage Pail Kids fad that unsettled parents as kids traded cards on playgrounds and at school. The author lists favorites like Leaky Lindsay and Smelly Sally, notes scribbles and chalk-art wandering beyond pages, and describes kitchen messes from playful chefs.
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Richie
Sally
Ases
Sally Pines
Macrame Finds Fresh Life In Washington South Sound
A retro craft returns with bold rope art and plant hangers as boho trends surge from Portland to Sydney and reach Gig Harbor. Mandy Morrison showcases three dimensional macrame walls in a Tacoma area home, blending driftwood, rope, and Etsy creations by Paige Roy.
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Gig Harbor
Tacoma
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Etsy
Paige & Roy
Couponing woes and tips from a trusted shopper
A shopper recounts a frustrating checkout when a coupon failed to scan and a fellow couponer argued with a cashier. The piece advises staying calm, knowing store coupon policies, asking for clarification, and avoiding purchases when a coupon is denied. It emphasizes kindness to cashiers and checking expiration and product accuracy.
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