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Belonging Strategist, Writer, Thinker Parfait Bassalé—a New Book: The Way of Befriending – Transforming Relationships and Organizations for Belonging

Our culture struggles with loneliness and deep divisions. “A great many people lack genuine feelings of belonging,” notes Parfait Bassalé. There is hope. Bassalé has written a book distilling his life, education, and work experience called The Way of Befriending – Transforming Relationships and Organizations for Belonging. “I wrote this book because I believe befriending is one … [Read more...] about Belonging Strategist, Writer, Thinker Parfait Bassalé—a New Book: The Way of Befriending – Transforming Relationships and Organizations for Belonging

Waiting for the Right Property

As couples move through life, some decisions need to be made quickly and it is important for the decisions to be the right ones. For Jan Furey and her husband, Paul Thompson, finding the property that was perfect for them outweighed their need to move closer to family and new grandchildren. Over a period of nearly six years, Jan and Paul looked for their next home while they … [Read more...] about Waiting for the Right Property

Trade Rain for the Sunniest City on Earth: Yuma, Arizona

You heard that right: Yuma, Arizona is the sunniest city on earth, officially recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records for its over 4,000 hours of sunlight each year. In other words, it’s the perfect place to trade the rainy skies of the Pacific Northwest for some serious sunshine. And that’s not all—it’s bursting with incredible history, delicious food, vibrant art, … [Read more...] about Trade Rain for the Sunniest City on Earth: Yuma, Arizona

The Harbor Center: Building a Place Where Community Comes to Life

Since 2000, Gig Harbor’s senior population has grown dramatically — increasing by nearly 86% among residents aged 65 and older. This growth has heralded in a strong need for a permanent senior center in Gig Harbor. While the current temporary Gig Harbor Senior Center, located in a local fellowship hall, has worked diligently to meet the needs of local seniors, a permanent … [Read more...] about The Harbor Center: Building a Place Where Community Comes to Life