Finally, I went to Anthony's Restaurant on the edge of the park to ask desperately if anyone knew what I could do to find my dogs.

Each time we opened the hive to feed the bees sugar water or check on them, I felt an overwhelming peace--a sense of awe and wonder at the tiny creatures who surrounded me with their motion and the calming powerful sound of "hum."

Someone had stolen 300 dollars and then 100 dollars out of an ATM in Puyallup the day before.

It probably won't surprise you that dwelling a bit on your strengths can help you feel strong as you step into what the new year will bring.