Most of the year, Santa Claus can go about in public without a single child noticing him. But come autumn, he breaks out his red fedora and starts waxing his moustache; he is no longer incognito.
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Carolyn Wiley, KP News
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12/2/21
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Recently I rediscovered a forgotten pleasure.
I have come to believe that waiting is one of life’s under appreciated treasures. Unfortunately, societal norms have created the impression that …
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Carolyn Wiley
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9/1/21
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Band leader Roes did some digging to verify the new band’s 30-year history and identify some highlights.
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Carolyn Wiley, KP News
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9/1/21
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In recognition of World Ocean Day, five Key Peninsula Middle School students organized and hosted a community beach cleanup on the Purdy Spit June 12.
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Carolyn Wiley, KP News
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6/30/21
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It seems eons ago that the pool closed, but we were finally back in the water and relearning the water aerobics routine. I was huffing and puffing through the moves when Chris, the lifeguard, …
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Carolyn Wiley
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5/26/21
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Peninsula School District and the Greater Gig Harbor Foundation annually solicit nominations from PSD staff to identify graduating seniors for excellence in academics and leadership. Selected …
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Carolyn Wiley, KP News
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4/28/21
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Social distancing opened up blocks of unscheduled time and put the lie to my standard excuse: “I don’t have time to ____.” In the initial phase of isolation, I felt the need to …
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Carolyn Wiley
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2/24/21
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As I entered the early stages of restless boredom, our modern conveniences conspired to provide distraction. Minor amusements were provided by the DIY restoration of the coffee grinder, a favorite chainsaw, the TV remote, a sewing machine and other malfunctioning amenities.
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Carolyn Wiley
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12/2/20
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In this era of social distancing, being out of the loop has been an adjustment, especially since there are no loops to be in. With meetings …
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Carolyn Wiley, KP News
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5/29/20
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Being native Texans born and bred, my cousins, brother and I celebrated Easter traditions with far more enthusiasm than ordinary children — …
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Carolyn Wiley, KP News
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3/27/20
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My paternal grandmother was tiny, about 94 pounds fully-clothed and dripping wet. I seriously doubt that anyone ever described her as a …
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Carolyn Wiley, KP News
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11/1/19
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The Pierce County Library System Board of Trustees met Aug. 14 at the Key Center Library, giving locals the opportunity to share what the library means to the Key Peninsula community.
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Carolyn Wiley, KP News
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9/1/19
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The veteran administrator and teacher mentor became a Seahawk in July.
One of the new staff members at Peninsula High School this year is …
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Carolyn Wiley, KP News
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9/1/19
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