The Sandpoint Eater: Taking stalk
By Marcia Pilgeram
Reader Columnist
Once spring had finally sprung, I walked around the yard to see how my perennials fared through the crazy winter (and aborted attempts at spring). …
By Marcia Pilgeram
Reader Columnist
Once spring had finally sprung, I walked around the yard to see how my perennials fared through the crazy winter (and aborted attempts at spring). …
By Marcia Pilgeram
Reader Columnist
In 1977, I went to Bogota, Colombia, and fell in love — with the architecture, the people, the food and the vibrant culture, especially the …
By Marcia Pilgeram
Reader Columnist
Last month, in Dublin, I stayed at The Merrion Hotel, a beautifully restored Georgian townhouse, where I had my first night’s rest in ages. I …
By Marcia Pilgeram
Reader Columnist
My birthday was last week. Every year as it draws close, I use the day as a yardstick to measure my goals list for the …
By Marcia Pilgeram
Reader Columnist
Last week, sporting a newly gifted Irish apron, I delivered a cookie tray to some neighborhood children when a neighbor couple out for a walk …
By Marcia Pilgeram
Reader Columnist
I just made a quick trip to Cork, to see a friend in failing health, and spent a couple of extra days in West Cork …
By Marcia Pilgeram
Reader Columnist
Last week was abuzz with activities in Sandpoint. Of course, the Winter Carnival was a highlight for many, and my favorite — the annual Feb. …
By Marcia Pilgeram
Reader Columnist
Last week, many generous individuals paid $150 a plate (or more) to attend the Bonner General Health Foundation’s 15th annual Heart Ball, then shelled out …
By Marcia Pilgeram
Reader Columnist
I just returned from a quick scouting trip to the Islands of Tahiti. I grabbed a friend to tag along, spending sunny days on warm …
By Marcia Pilgeram
Reader Columnist
It’s been a tough start to the new year for a few of my friends. Some are down with chronic winter colds; and, sadder, a …
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