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Lucy Luginbill is a freelance writer and regional television producer involved in projects distributed nationally to Christian bookstores. A breast cancer survivor, she resides in Kennewick with her husband Bill. They have two married daughters and six grandchildren. Two dogs and one cat fill the “empty nest.”


Light Notes
Snickers with collar
Special to the Herald/Lucy Luginbill

Snickers is back home and wearing her collar.

Published Thursday, Jul. 02, 2009

This is going to be a happy tale. And as with all happy tales, there’ll be a happy ending.

Published Monday, Jun. 29, 2009

Erma Bombeck published more than 4,000 syndicated columns from 1965 until she died in 1996. I don’t know how she did it.

Published Thursday, Jun. 25, 2009

The U.S. Special Forces can breathe more easily now.

Published Thursday, Jun. 18, 2009

CANCUN, Mexico -- There are two things that strike fear in my heart: Trying on swimsuits under fluorescent lights and then actually having to wear my swimsuit in public.

Published Saturday, Jun. 13, 2009

We like to watch our favorite reality shows, but now that Amazing Race and Survivor are over for the summer my husband, Bill, is into old movies.

A great big snake
Special to the Herald/Lucy Luginbill

My great-nephew Jeremy holds onto a special memory, courtesy of his great uncle.

Published Monday, Jun. 08, 2009

springcleaningyardworkshoppingdancebicylingfamilygetogethersbloggingcampingtalking.

Published Thursday, Jun. 04, 2009

At times, I’m confused about politics. Things just don’t add up.

Published Monday, Jun. 01, 2009

You and I can get through a “bad hair day.” Yes we can!

Traci's cheerleaders
By Lucy Luginbill, Special to the Herald

Traci receives encouragement before the races.

Published Friday, May. 29, 2009

OLYMPIA — The next time you think about walking in someone else’s shoes, find out where they’re headed.

Published Sunday, May. 24, 2009

If there’s one milestone that all kids look forward to, it’s the moment they can lay claim to the family car keys.

Published Thursday, May. 21, 2009

SPOKANE — I’m not a women’s libber, but I can’t skirt this issue any longer.

Published Sunday, May. 17, 2009

When a friend asked if I wanted to join a new book group, I said yes.

Published Thursday, May. 14, 2009

Pennies. They’re commonplace, not worth much, outdated to some.

Published Saturday, May. 09, 2009

Looking back, it seems like only yesterday.

The start of my Bloomsday
Special to the Herald/Lucy Luginbill

Here I am about to begin my first Bloomsday.

Published Tuesday, May. 05, 2009

It was the Lilac Bloomsday Run in Spokane this last weekend. And I was a late bloomer.

Published Friday, May. 01, 2009

April showers bring May flowers.

Published Wednesday, Apr. 29, 2009

Everything is catawampus at our house.

Published Monday, Apr. 27, 2009

Spring has sprung at our house.

Published Thursday, Apr. 23, 2009

Obviously, this date was going nowhere. I thought I knew the reason.

Published Monday, Apr. 20, 2009

RCIHLAND — Sometimes words pop out of my mouth and it smarts — especially when I see my faux pas on television.

Published Tuesday, Apr. 14, 2009

It’s amazing! My iPhone can do just about anything.

Published Friday, Apr. 10, 2009

It’s hard to fit in at our house — if you meow.

Published Monday, Apr. 06, 2009

My mood has been in the toilet, and I can’t seem to get a handle on it.

Published Thursday, Apr. 02, 2009

Can one person change the world?

Published Saturday, Mar. 28, 2009

Sniff. Sniff. Achoo!

Published Monday, Mar. 23, 2009

It seems there’s a lot to worry about lately.

Published Wednesday, Mar. 18, 2009

With all the twittering, texting and talking, can God still tweak our ear? Can we feel the tug of His Presence when technology leaves little time or the temperament for tuning in?

Published Friday, Mar. 13, 2009

I think I’ve discovered Victoria’s secret. She kept her mouth shut.

Published Monday, Mar. 09, 2009

HOPE, Idaho — It’s probably not a good idea to air one’s personal laundry — dirty or not. But vacationing with relatives has been quite revealing — especially for me.

Published Tuesday, Mar. 03, 2009

HOPE, Idaho — We were looking for Hope — Hope, Idaho, that is — as our headlights penetrated the darkness.

Published Friday, Feb. 27, 2009

My past has caught up with me.

Published Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2009

February is the month of love and love notes.

Published Saturday, Feb. 21, 2009

Listen to this! I’ve found a way to look forever young.

Unhappy guests
Special to the Herald/Lucy Luginbill

Unhappy guests are ready to checkout of the Lugi Home-tel.

Published Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2009

Somewhere, Martha Stewart is weeping. And it’s not tears of joy.

Published Friday, Feb. 13, 2009

We’re on a staycation.

Published Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2009

There are certain warnings mothers pass from one generation to another.

Breast cancer survivor bling
Special to the Herald/Lucy Luginbill

Lucy's BC watch, given to her by her hubby, Billy.

Published Friday, Feb. 06, 2009

It’s a pink letter day!

Published Monday, Feb. 02, 2009

Was it a coincidence? Or was it a “small miracle?”

Published Thursday, Jan. 29, 2009

iHave an iPhone and iAm in a state of confusion.

Published Saturday, Jan. 24, 2009

May I make a suggestion? It’s time to try something new.

Published Monday, Jan. 19, 2009

There are some things you just gotta’ do in spite of warning labels. And those darn things are attached to anyone who isn’t still struggling in the birth canal.

Published Friday, Jan. 16, 2009

I may be skating on thin ice by saying this, but don’t grow up. Please!

Published Monday, Jan. 12, 2009

People who have birthdays right around the holidays have a reason to complain.

Lucy's Christmas decor
Special to the Herald/Lucy Luginbill

Use the Christmas spirit to guide you all year long.

Published Friday, Jan. 09, 2009

The stockings are hung by the chimney -- who cares? I just hope that my Christmas cards soon will be there.

Published Tuesday, Jan. 06, 2009

Have you lost touch with old friends and acquaintances?

Published Friday, Jan. 02, 2009

Laughter is the best medicine. But sometimes it’s a bitter pill to swallow.

Published Monday, Dec. 29, 2008

They are the words every mother longs to hear.

Published Friday, Dec. 26, 2008

Buried under snow with the threat of more to come, my husband, Bill, and I decided to stay home this Christmas.

Published Monday, Dec. 22, 2008

Sometimes, mischief happens in our corner of the Earth.

Published Friday, Dec. 19, 2008

Santa is comin’ to town.


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