This issue of The Mill Creek Influence magazine focuses on Valentine's Day and introduces readers to the Nelson family. It provides a restaurant review of Bin on the Lake and photos from a neighborhood Halloween event. It also includes contact information for local emergency services, utilities, schools, and organizations in the Mill Creek area.

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HAPPY VALENTINES DAY!
Meet the Nelsons!
Photography by Chelsi Greenwood Photography
Look inside for:
Bin on the Lake Restaurant Review!
Neighborhood Halloween Photos!

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911 emergency AREA DIRECTOR Avery Holder
425.424.3663
NoN EmErgENcY avery.holder@n2pub.com
425-745-6175 Mill creek Police PHOTOGRAPHER Chelsi Greenwood Photography
360-668-5357 Fire District #7
CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER Darren Munson
uTILITIES
CONTRIBUTING WRITERS James Holder
800-483-1000 Verizon
Charles Doepp
888-225-5773 Puget sound energy
Katie Hendrickson
425-783-1000 snohomish county PUD
425-481-1100 Waste Management nW CREATIVE TEAM Christie Joyce
800-COMCAST comcast cable Kylie Martin
425-787-0220 alderwood Water District Amanda Barnette
425-337-3647 silver Lake Water District
ScHooLS
425-338-5180 Mill creek elementary
425-338-5080 Penny creek elementary
425-338-5175 silver Lake elementary
425-338-5150 Woodside elementary
425-338-5000 Heatherwood Middle school
425-316-5200 Henry M Jackson High school
425-379-6363 archbishop Murphy
206-289-7783 King’s school
oTHEr
425-337-1116 city of Mill creek animal control
425-743-1444 Mill creek country club
425-743-5544 Mill creek Public Library
425-353-7433 everett transit
425-745-1891 city of Mill creek
http://www.cityofmillcreek.com/
orgANIzATIoNS
Mill creek Women's club
http://www.millcreekwomensclub.com
West coast aquatics center
http://www.swimwca.org/
Greater Mill creek senior center
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This section has been created to give you easier access when searching for a HOME MEAL PREPARATION King's Schools ROOFING / HOME
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Cobalt Mortgage - Thomas Fadden Transformational Changes SECURITY & SOUND
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Quality Foreign Auto / ORAL SURGERY Mill Creek Skin and Laser BARBECUES Edmonds, WA 98026 (425) 492-1680 (350) 691-4200
18002 Bothell Everett Highway Bill J Mulliken DDS 15111 Main Street Hearthside & Home (425) 744-1211 www.thomaslendingguide.com PROFESSIONAL www.nwsecurityandsound.biz
Mill Creek, WA 98012 16030 Bothell Everett Highway # 280 Mill Creek, WA 98012 4829 196th SW #D www.nwnaturallighting.com PHOTOGRAPHY
(425) 481-1200 Mill Creek, WA 98012 (425) 316-8200 Lynnwood, WA 98036 ORTHODONTIST Chelsi Greenwood Photography SHOPPING AND
www.qualityforeignauto.com (425) 337-4001 www.millcreekskinlaser.com (425) 771-6434 HOSPITAL John W Stieber D.D.S. (509) 795-0215 ENTERTAINMENT
www.millcreekdentistry.com www.hearthsideandhome.com Providence Regional Medical Center 1025 153rd St. SE www.chelsigreenwoodphotography. Country Village Shops
CHILDREN AND FAMILY ATHLETIC (425) 261-2000 Mill Creek, WA 98012 com 23718 Bothell Everett Hwy Suite H
FAMILY PHYSICIAN Brian Rutherford CLUB FRAMING www.providence.org (425) 745-6322 Bothell, WA 98021
Puget Sound Ear Nose & Throat 16030 Bothell Everett Hwy #280 Columbia Athletic Club Artisan Custom Framing www.jwstieber.com REAL ESTATE AGENT (425) 483-2250
15021 Main Street Suite K Mill Creek, WA 98012 505 128th St SE 15111 Main Street A 104 HOTEL / BANQUET Darren & Gwen Munson - www.countryvillagebothell.com
Mill Creek, WA 98012 (425) 298-3925 Everett, WA 98208 Mill Creek, WA 98012 AND CONFERENCE PET FENCING Windermere
(425) 337-4810 www.rutherfordsmiles.com (425) 745-1617 (425) 385-2121 ROOMS Invisible Fence NW (425) 338-9400 SPA
www.pugetsoundent.com www.columbiaathletic.com www.artisancustomframing.com Woodmark Hotel 2827 80th Ave SE www.munsonhomes.com Lorinda's Salon Spa Store
DENTIST - PEDIATRIC 1200 Carillon Point Mercer Island, WA 98040 800 164th St SE
Western Washington Family & Lynnwood Kids Dentist FAMILY FUN HEALTH SERVICES Kirkland, WA 98033 (866) 520-5555 Elizabeth Hunter - Windermere Mill Creek, WA 98012
Pediatric Medicine 18833 28th Ave W Suit B Mill Creek Family YMCA Providence Physicians Group (425) 739-6330 www.invisiblefencenw.com (425) 583-9887 (425) 743-9722
12728 19th Ave SE Ste 300 Lynnwood, WA 98036 13723 Puget Sound Drive (425) 316-5080 www.thewoodmark.com www.http://lizhunterhomes.com/ www.lorindassalon.com
Everett, WA 98208 (425) 774-1285 Everett, WA 98028 www.providence.org PET TRAINING
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www.wwmedgroup.com www.ymca-snoco.org HOME CLEANING Classic Landscape Care 2827 80th Ave SE (425) 280-4545 1200 Carillon Point
DOG BOARDING Maid Brigade (425) 273-4512 Mercer Island, WA 98040 Kirkland, WA 98033
CHURCHES Doggy Haven Resort and Spa FINANCIAL PLANNER (206) 362-8439 www.classiclc.com (866) 520-5555 RESTAURANT (425) 739-6330
Gold Creek Community Church 5303 Interurban Blvd Waddell & Reed - Bryan Hendrickson www.maidbrigadenw.com www.invisiblefencenw.com La Palmera www.thewoodmark.com
4326 148th St SE Bothell, WA 98012 19217 36th Ave W Suite 201 MATTRESSES 1629 Center Rd
Mill Creek, WA 98012 (425) 482-4472 Lynnwood, WA 98036 Mattress City PRIVATE SCHOOL Everett, WA 98204 TAEKWONDO
(425) 316-3333 www.doggyhaven.com/ (425) 774-9053 121 SE Everett Mall Way Suite A Archbishop Murphy (425) 379-5100 White Tiger Martial Arts
www.goldcreek.org bhendrickson.wrfa.com/ Everett, WA 98208 12911 39th Avenue Southeast www.lapmillcreek.com 3922 148th St SE
(425) 355-7378 Everett, WA 98208 Bothell, WA 98012
www.mattress-city.com (425) 379-6363 The Jet Bar & Grill (425) 357-0357
www.am-hs.org 800 164th St SE www.white-tiger-ma.com
Mill Creek, WA 98012
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Chris Freeman CPA BATTERIES Budget Blinds
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Mill Creek, WA 98012 (425) 338-7933
TAX SERVICES (425) 337-6373 www.budgetblindsmillcreek.com
Toyer Dietrich CPA www.lesschwab.com
3705 Colby Ave YOGA
Everett, WA 98201 TRAVEL SERVICES Laughing Buddha Yoga
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the neighborhood? The Hendrickson family (Bryan, Anne,
Katie-14 and Julia-11) have lived in Mill Creek for 12 years.
We live in the Parks neighborhood. Our Cat Oreo is 7-yrs-old,
and is an indoor/outdoor cat. Her original name was Princess
Oreo, but we shortened it to Oreo. Her nickname is the Big, fat
By Katie Hendrickson “Ca-bun”, because she looks like a bunny.
Tell us your pet’s story. Where/why did you get your pet? Is
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c vacation in Cathlament, WA, where we were at a family reunion
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and managing of the school and busi- but within 3 years moved to a 2600 sq. ft. sunshine, beach combing, kayaking, snor-
had to convince dad, and he was not easy to convince because we
ness. They are fortunate to have a passion space to accommodate their ever-growing keling and, of course, golf.
were on vacation. Our cousins watched Oreo for a few days while
for what they do, and be able to work student population. While the emphasis
we went down the OR coast, and we picked Oreo up on the way
together building a business that means of teaching at White Tiger Martial Arts is Master Yoo recently attained his U.S.
home…
so much to them. Traditional WTF Taekwondo, Master Yoo’s Citizenship. It took many years to get
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Located just minutes away, yet worlds apart, discover why Doggy Haven Resort is this What special talents/quirks does your pet have? Oreo has
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grown to be very big, fat, and lazy. She only eats hard cat food,
From the moment they enter our lobby, guests to our spacious countryside resort the U.S. to visit and learn English. He their parents, friends, teachers and society. the United States has to offer that has
but she eats plenty, we constantly need to fill her bowl. She
experience friendship, stimulation and relaxation in boarding and daycare, develop new owned a Taekwondo school in Korea and allowed him to build his business and
skills and a strengthened relationship with you in training, and receive likes to climb fences outdoors, and she likes to stalk birds in the
excellent handling and care while being groomed head to tail.
planned on going back and sharing his Master Yoo has trained in Taekwondo achieve success - not so much monetarily
summer. Occassionally she catches one, but not so much now
Come experience everything we have to offer! knowledge of the English language with since the age of 6 in South Korea where but success in personal achievement in
in her older lazy years.
his students there. Upon spending time the art was born. Master Yoo studied bringing his culture and art from Korea
here he found he enjoyed the U.S. life and trained at the prestigious Martial to share with people in the United States.
What’s the funniest story you have about your pet? When she
O ering you & your dog the f inest style and decided to pursue the Ameri- Arts University in South Korea, Yong-In.
Boarding, Daycare, Grooming was a kitten she climbed to the tippy top of our Christmas tree.
can Dream. After many years of work- There he earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Master and Mrs. Yoo have 3 children, all
& Training 482-4472 Phone Also, when we first brought her home, we couldn’t find her, we
ing multiple jobs and attending English Sports Medicine and Taekwondo, starting of whom are Black Belts, the eldest is a
in one location looked for hours, turns out she had climbed up under the coffee
school--all while teaching Taekwondo at his life-long career. He recently earned 2nd Degree along with Mrs. Yoo. Their
table and found a place to rest in the coffee table drawer. Defi-
schools owned by other masters--Master the rank of 7th Degree Black Belt and is eldest daughter, 21, is a pre-med student
nitely would not fit there now!
Your dog’s favorite destination! Yoo came upon the opportunity to start currently a certified physical education at UW, their son, 19, is a sophomore at
his own school, and White Tiger Martial teacher and International Referee. When Cascadia and their 15-year-old daughter
www.doggyhaven.com Just how spoiled is your pet? This Cat is very, very, very spoiled
5303 West Interurban Boulevard, Bothell, WA 98012 (425) 482-4472 Phone
Arts in Mill Creek was born. Since May Master Yoo is not teaching Taekwondo is a sophomore at Glacier Peak HS.
by the ladies in the house. She finds someone new to sleep with
2006 Master and Mrs. Yoo have been he can be found on area golf courses
each night. She loves to lay by the fireplace and warm herself.

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town
around
halloween 2011
Photos of Halloween Parade
provided by Darren Munson

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sports I Play: basketball, soccer, baseball and swimming
Musical Instrument I Play/Want to learn: drums
special Interests/Hobbies: I like to cook and pretend to cook.
Your Favorite Vacation: Disneyland
Upcoming Challenge(s): “Learning to read better”.
something Unique about Me: I love to watch the Food Net-
work and all other cooking-related programming.
When I grow Up I’m going to Be: professional football player.
Name: Tyler
age: 8
grade: 2
2ds
Favorite Movies: the Star Wars prequels (“the Clone War ones”)
Favorite Music: anything I can dance and bob my head to
kids
sports I Play: basketball, soccer, baseball and swimming
Musical Instrument I Play/Want to learn: electric guitar
ki
special Interests/Hobbies: I love to draw and construct things
with Legos.
Your Favorite Vacation: going to California to see my cousins
Join us every Sunday Name: Drew
and grandparents
Upcoming Challenge(s): BRACES!
9:00am, 10:30am & Noon
age: 7 something Unique about Me: I can name at least one dinosaur
4326 148th Street Southeast grade: 1 for each letter of the alphabet.
Mill Creek, WA 98012-4705
(425) 316-3333 Favorite Movies: I like Clash of the Titans (both the original and When I grow Up I’m going to Be: professional football player
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Favorite Music: I like some of the Black Eyed Peas music
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sports I Play: basketball, soccer, baseball and swimming
Musical Instrument I Play/Want to learn: electric guitar
special Interests/Hobbies: I like to draw and read.
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Review
restaurant For our second course we were treated -Pacific Halibut served atop a bed room/Cilantro Charmoula was full of
to Caramelized Sugar Pumpkin Soup, of Maine Lobster/Spanish Chorizo/ flavors and equally delightful. Those who
Bin on the Lake which was paired with a Reisling. As Sweet Corn/Cous Cous/Chanterelle chose The Dakota Beef Organic Fillet w/
discussions regarding this particular dish Mushroom/Cilantro Charmoula Heirloom Marble potato/Green Beans/
began to circle around the table words Onion Jam Marrow Butter/Bordelaise
a
like WOW, Absolutely AMAZING, and -Dakota Beef Organic Fillet w/Heirloom said that it was also AMAZING! They
t Bin On The Lake Restaurant and Upon our arrival we were greeted by arrived, and the wine (which was paired ARE YOU GOING TO FINISH ALL Marble potato/Green Beans/Onion Jam would highly recommend this dish.
Wine Bar, located at 1270 Carillon Erika Cooper, the general manager at perfectly to our Charcuterie) began to be OF YOURS were uttered from multiple Marrow Butter/Bordelaise
Point in Kirkland, you will find a beauti- Bin on the Lake, and our host for the poured -we all knew we were going to people. The consensus was that this is a We finished off this spectacular dining
fully decorated interior, sweeping views evening, Jeremy Cranson who escorted have a great experience. very unique, very fresh tasting soup that -Farmers Market Inspired Risotto w/ experience with the Chefs Dessert Platter,
over Lake Washington, amazing food us towards the back of the restaurant to essentially everyone would definitely Young Zucchini/Patty Pan Squash/Toy which was full of delicious treats that put a
and wine pairings and warm welcoming our table. After being seated at a large As we began to enjoy the Charcuterie (a order again. I would highly recommend Box Tomatoes/Basil/Aged Fontana sweet finish on our palates for the evening.
friendly service. Bin on the Lake also has table that shared a beautifully decorated seasonal selection of artisan meats and trying this soup when you come to dine
over 80 wines by the glass which can be larger space with many other tables, our cheeses) Jeremy began to share with us at Bin On The Lake. Choices, choices, choices…about half
served in 1, 3 and 6 oz pours via their host pulled a large curtain which bisected the background and history on each par- of us chose the Halibut dish, the other
state-of-the-art, Italian designed and the entire room, instantly transforming ticular wine we were being served and his For our entrée we had a few choices, each half chose the Dakota Beef Organic Fil-
manufactured Enomatic Wine serving this once large space into a more intimate recommendations on which combinations again paired with three different wines let dish. Having chosen the Halibut, I
system, which utilizes Argon gas to pre- smaller dining area for our party of 12. of cheeses, meats (which are all organic (which arrived at our table hanging in a can attest that it was delicious, perfectly
vent oxidation and ensure the organolep- The table had been pre set with multiple and free range) and crackers to pair with custom made serving rack for wine glass- cooked and melted in my mouth. The
DISCLAIMER: The business reviewed in this section
tic integrity (taste, aroma, body and color) wine glasses staged purposely at each each glass of wine, creating an amazing es) and all together made for a very classy Maine Lobster/Spanish Chorizo/Sweet provided products and/or services free of charge in
of the wines served at Bin on the Lake. setting. The first course of charcuterie experience for our taste buds. dinner presentation. Our choices included: Corn/Cous Cous/Chanterelle Mush- exchange for this review.

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neW fountain of youth
the
Laser Tattoo Removal
If you have a tattoo you no longer want, you’re not alone. Can the color of the tattoo ink affect the results of laser tattoo
However, tattoos were meant to be permanent, so attempts to removal? Yes. Some inks respond better than others. While the
remove them in the past have not only proven to be a challenge, black and blue pigments are easier to remove, the green and yel-
but the results have been less than desirable low pigments tend to be more difficult, but usually respond fol-
lowing a prolonged course of treatment
Thanks to recent advances in technology, lasers – developed spe-
cifically for tattoo removal – are now considered the most effec- How many laser tattoo removal treatments will I need to
tive and most preferred method of tattoo removal today. See the remove my tattoo? The removal of an unwanted tattoo will
video from “The Doctors” to see it’s amazing result. require multiple treatment sessions. The number of laser tattoo
removal treatments depends on the amount, color and type of
How does laser tattoo removal work?
tattoo ink used, the depth of tattoo ink placed into the skin, and
1) Tattoo removal lasers direct energy toward the ink in the skin
the method of tattoo application.
using pulses of highly concentrated colored light beams.
2) The rapid absorption of the light energy fractures the tattoo ink How long do the laser tattoo removal treatments take?
into tiny particles, which is then easily removed by the body’s natural Depending on the size, color and location of your tattoo, the
filtering systems. approximate duration of each laser tattoo removal treatment can
3) The laser selectively targets the pigment of the tattoo while leav- range anywhere from several minutes up to 30 minutes.
ing the surround skin unharmed, causing the tattoo to fade or disap-
Is laser tattoo removal painful? Each person’s threshold for
pear completely.
pain tolerance varies, not to mention certain areas of the body
What types of tattoos can be removed? The types of tattoos tend to be more sensitive than other areas. The laser light pulses
that can be removed by laser are professional, amateur (home- produced by the tattoo removal laser feels similar to the snap of
made), traumatic, surgical and cosmetic tattoos. a rubber band on the skin. A topical anesthetic will be applied
and our laser provides a continuous flow of chilled air before,
during and after the procedure to further minimize any discom-
fort during the procedure. Some will tolerate the procedure bet-
ter than others.
Will the tattoo completely disappear? In many cases, greater
FOR MEN AND WOMEN than 95% fading of the tattoo may be achieved with laser tattoo
removal treatment. However, due to the numerous tattoo inks in
Now o ering:
use today we have no way of knowing which tattoo ink was used
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or how deeply it was applied making it impossible to predict the
degree of laser removal on any given tattoo.
Will laser tattoo removal leave a scar? The majority of patients
treated by laser tattoo removal should not develop any scarring.
However, it is impossible to guarantee that no scarring will
occur given the vast differences between individuals.
How much does it cost to remove a tattoo? The price to remove
a tattoo depends on a number of factors such as the type, size,
depth, color, quality of the ink used, location, and the number
of treatments required. Please call us to schedule your free laser
tattoo consultation where we will evaluate your tattoo(s), cus-
tomize a treatment program, and clarify the cost based on your
specific needs.
What can I expect after the laser tattoo removal treatment?
After the laser tattoo removal session, you may see some red-
w w w.MillCreekSkinLaser.com ness, swelling, bruising or pinpoint bleeding in the treated area,
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ning, cycling and skiing as a family. The kids are very active as friends. Jack is in Kindergarten and loves being outside (sports,
well. Sadie enjoys basketball and swimming. Jack likes to play bike riding, skateboarding etc.)….. and is never one to back
soccer, basketball and race BMX bikes. down from a Wii challenge.
Favorite Play area/Park/Hang Out: We really enjoy bike rides How are you involved in the community? We volunteer by
through the nature preserve trails with a stop at Jamba Juice. coaching sports and helping in our kids’ classrooms at Mill Creek
Elementary School. KC is also very active within the PTA.
Favorite restaurants: The family enjoys eating at La Palmera
and the parents enjoy Azul or Tablas for date night. What do you like to do to relax? We like to go on family bike
rides and sit by our fire pit roasting marshmallows (rain or shine).
Favorite Vacation spot: Our most recent trip is usually our favor-
ite and, in this case, it was a trip to Mazatlan with family friends. What music do you listen to? Jack and Sadie always enjoy rock-
We enjoyed swimming in the ocean and pool, relaxing under the ing out to Kidz Bop. Justin Bieber has also been a favorite in
palapas and eating the local cuisine. One of the highlights for the our household along with Selena Gomez and Taylor Swift. KC
kids was getting a close up of a sea turtle on the beach. and Lang have a very eclectic taste in music (both Jimmy Buf-
Family
fett and Jay Z have a spot on our iPods).
Favorite sports Teams: Seattle Sounders
What are your favorite TV shows? Jack and Sadie occasion-
Favorite Family Dinner: Breakfast for dinner night…who can ally watch some of the Disney shows, but really enjoy watching
pass up bacon, eggs and cinnamon rolls? Harry Potter and Star War movies. Lang and KC have been
spotlight Family Traditions: Sunday’s are family movie night – we cuddle
up on the couch with some popcorn, Junior Mints and a good
addicted to HGTV recently and have been known to stay up
into the wee hours of the night watching Dexter and So You
Think You Can Dance on DVR.
Photography by Chelsi Greenwood
movie. Going to Sounders games has also become a recent tradi-
Family Member Names: Lang, KC, Sadie & Jack tion that the family really enjoys. We have always read together What is your favorite part about living in your neighborhood?
as a family and over the past year we read the Harry Potter series. We really appreciate the sense of community that the Mill Creek
Pets: Peter (our six toed cat) and Rascal the family hamster area provides, from supportive neighbors to central gathering areas
Kids? What activities are they involved with? Sadie is in the (Town Center, Sports Complex). We are also very lucky to have
street: in Magnolia Neighborhood 3rd grade and enjoys reading, swimming and hanging out with grandparents living in Mill Creek and a great group of friends.
Where are you from? Lang grew up in Mill Creek (Cotton-
Your family’s Mill Creek Realtor wood subdivision) and KC’s from Yakima. Our kids were both
born in Everett. Ear, Nose, & roat Specialists for the Entire Family
Excellence in the care of:
How long have you lived in your neighborhood? We moved • Nasal Symptoms and Sinusitis
into our neighborhood in 2002, before we even had kids. We • Hearing Loss and Ear Disease
originally used our daughter’s bedroom as our ping-pong room. • Balance Disorders
• Diagnosis & Treatment of Lumps of the
Neck, yroid & Parathyroid
Profession(s): KC works for the State in the Office of Foster
• Tonsil and Adenoid Problems
Care Licensing and is currently the Women’s Assistant Basket-
• Snoring and Sleep Apnea
ball Coach at Marysville Getchell High School. Over the past
• Voice and Swallowing Di culties
year, Lang’s main focus has been the renovation of a commercial
building in Downtown Everett. Lang is currently in the process
New location Serving Adults and Children for over 30 years
of setting up an investment advisory firm to provide financial as of Feb 1st
Visit us at www.pugetsoundent.com
planning and investment management for individuals (which
has been the focus of his career since graduating from college) – Swedish Mill Creek North Seattle Edmonds A Member of Proliance Surgeons, Inc. P.S.
Viceroy Investment Advisors. 13020 Meridian Ave S, 2nd Floor 9730 3rd Ave NE, Ste. 201 21616 76th Ave. W, Ste. 112
Everett, WA 98208 Seattle, WA 98115 Edmonds, WA 98026
425-337-4810 206-526-9999 425-775-6651 John Parker, MD | Duncan Riddell, MD
www.LizHunterHomes.com
Favorite activities/Hobbies: Both KC and Lang were college Shawn Rogers, MD | Tyler Kimbrough, MD, PhD
(425) 583 9887
athletes (basketball and soccer) and still stay pretty active – run- A liated With Seattle Children’s Hospital | Northwest Hospital | Swedish-Edmonds Hospital | Swedish-Mill Creek