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About me - Wendy Lafond

I am a christian, a writer, a mother, and now a grandmother.
I have three wonderful, grown children.
My daughter is now raising her four children.
My oldest son is raising three.
My youngest son is enjoying being an uncle for now.
He wants to be more secure before

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Local Guides > Seattle The history of Pioneer Square in Seattle: 1 of 7
Pioneer Square is the heart of Seattle. It is the central hub of a unique historical journey of the people and events that have made Seattle what it is today. A thriving community built upon teamwork and camaraderie, the Emerald City, the jewel of the Puget Sound. It began in 1852 with a few families, a sawmill, and a dream.... More..
Local Guides > New Orleans The best authentic Creole restaurants in New Orleans: 1 of 6
The only place in the world to experience true Creole food is New Orleans. Creole has a rather abstract definition if you look in the dictionary. A mixture of French, Spanish, and American born peoples of African descent. The definition of Creole food is however very specific. Spicy food cooked with tomatoes, onions, green p... More..
Local Guides > Denver The best hikes around Denver, Colorado: 1 of 4
Denver, the Mile High City, with a backdrop formed by the Colorado Rockies, is a premier destination for hikers of all experience levels. Whether walking in one of the many city parks, along their urban trails, or going on an excursion into the foothills or mountains there are miles of trails and the scenery is beyond breath... More..
Local Guides > Denver The best places to walk your dog in Denver: 1 of 4
Denver is a great place to live or visit if you own a dog. Whether you are just here for short stay, new to the area, or looking for a new area to walk in, I hope you will find the following information helpful and informative. There are many great places to walk with your dog in the Denver area. Some of them require a leash... More..
Local Guides > Pittsburgh A museum guide to Pittsburgh, PA: 3 of 11
Pittsburgh is a city rich in history and steeped in culture. It was once a booming steel town employing thousands of union workers in a time when the union was not very popular. Between the industry, labor, unions, and the mob a highly eclectic group of people inhabited Pittsburgh. Pittsburgh has a lot to share and they are ... More..
Local Guides > Denver The best breweries based in and around Denver, Colorado: 2 of 6
Denver, Colorado is the top beer producing city in America and is also home to the Great American Beer Festival. It is appropriate that the first permanent building in Denver was a saloon. Choosing the best breweries in the area is a daunting task as there are 15 brewpubs and microbreweries located in Denver. One of the top ... More..
Local Guides > Denver The best places for coffee in Denver: 1 of 3
Denver has many good coffee shops and a few really great ones. We are talking about local Denver shops here, not the nationwide or international chain shops that are all carbon copies of each other and have little to no personality. Terrific little coffee shops are scattered throughout the city of Denver. They are owned by p... More..
Local Guides > Denver The best farmer's markets in Denver: 1 of 3
In the world of Denver farmer's markets I think all will agree that the Cherry Creek Farmer's Market is the best. Not only is there a large selection of wonderful, homegrown veggies, fruits, and herbs; there is also a large assortment of prepared food vendors as well. Most of the vendors have taste samples available and the ... More..
Local Guides > Pittsburgh A history of Pittsburgh, PA: 3 of 8
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania is a colorful city with a colorful past. The English were the first explorers to discover the three rivers area. They realized it was a perfect setting for a fort, so in 1754, led by a trader named William Trent, they began building. Fort Prince George was the name they gave that first rag-tag settle... More..
Local Guides > Boston The best kid-friendly attractions in the city of Boston: 13 of 33
Boston is one of the best cities in the country to visit with kids. They have so much to do, see, and learn about. The past, present, and future come together in an exciting and educational way. Here are the top five kid-friendly adventures sure to entice the whole family. Boston Children's Museum Located at 300 Congress Str... More..