Category Archives: Family

Mountain News author, Josh Magill, publishes book of essays and poems

Posted on May 13, 2014 by brucesmith49

~ Long-time contributing author, Josh Magill, has sent us his latest essay, titled: “Finding Family, Finding Love.” Although he has moved to another mountain range – the Rockies near Denver, he is still part of The Mountain and we celebrate … Continue reading →

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Third Annual Chocolate Stroll coming to Orting

Posted on February 2, 2014 by brucesmith49

by Bruce A. Smith The Third Annual Chocolate Stroll in Orting is preparing to launch next weekend, Saturday February 8.  For the uninitiated, the Chocolate Stroll is a city-wide event hosted by the businesses of Orting, who open their doors and … Continue reading →

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State releases initial findings on same-sex marriages

Posted on June 6, 2013 by brucesmith49

By Bruce A. Smith The Mountain News has received the following information concerning same-sex marriages from the Washington State Department of Health.  They report that since legislation was enacted authorizing same-sex marriage, more than 20% of all marriages in the … Continue reading →

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Gratitude emerges as the Great Darkness descends

Posted on December 9, 2012 by brucesmith49

By Bruce A. Smith As we enter the middle days of December we are cloaked with the twenty shortest days of the year.  Coupled with the ever-present rain clouds, the darkness of our days begins about 3:30 pm or so … Continue reading →

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Getting ready for Christmas and thinking of family

Posted on December 7, 2012 by brucesmith49

By Bruce A. Smith  In a couple of days I will be heading to New York to spend the holidays with family.  Mom is on Long Island, Sis and her kids are up in Boston, and my ex and her … Continue reading →

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