Newtown Edgmont Friends & Neighbors magazine, February 2024

BRINGING PEOPLE TOGETHER

2024 FEBRUARY

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Dear Friends & Neighbors, It’s still winter but have no fear, a unique February is here, complete with a Leap Year. Keep thinking warm thoughts and keep active during this cold month by joining in some of the activities listed on our February Calendar of Events on page 12.

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We know February is a great month when the first day of February begins with National Get Up Day, followed by Groundhog Day on February 2nd. We find out then if we’ll have another six weeks of winter if Punxsutawney Phil sees his shadow, but regardless, this year February brings one extra day of winter guaranteed: that one extra day that only comes every four years – Leap Year Day, February 29th.

Many years ago the Leap Day coming at the end of this month was known as “Ladies Day” or “Sadie Hawkins Day,” allowing for the rarest of accepted exceptions in those old days, when only that day, every four years, a woman could propose marriage to her man. That day is coming soon this year, but according to another bit of Leap Year folklore, in a Leap Year, the weather will always change on Fridays. So if that Sadie Hawkins Day proposal comes out this year, be mindful that the very next day after Leap Year Day is a Friday, and the forecast could change!

Love and marriage for most of us will be celebrated mid-month, on Valentine’s Day, February 14th which also requires some early forecast because this year Valentine’s Day is also Ash Wednesday. So Valentines: this year you might consider celebrating love Mardi Gras style, on Fat Tuesday, which arrives early this year, the day before Valentine’s Day on February 13th.

Certainly, February is a very cool month. Perhaps this year I’ll get around to nominating the day after Valentine’s Day to be a new national day on February 15th – National Bringing People Together Day, to bring attention to the good of Bringing People Together. That is the motto and mission that you are contributing to right now by reading your hometown magazine in print or online at TheNEMag.com.

I know you’ll warm up to this last full winter month issue of Newtown Edgmont Friends & Neighbors, which our Content Coordinator, Sheila Turner-Hilliard, Designer, Kim Cesati, our Expert Contributors and other guest writers have for you in this new issue effort to be Bringing People Together in Newtown, Edgmont and Willistown township.

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Dear Residents, February’s frigid temperatures may keep us inside, but that doesn’t mean we can’t have fun! Super Bowl Sunday, Valentine’s Day, President’s Day and February’s Snow Moon (full moon) are backto-back this year, making for two whole weeks of excitement. We also feature a full calendar of events on page 12 for more family fun in February.

We have several fun and interesting stories to share! First, you’ll meet The Pasnak Family, whose home is filled with lots of love this Valentine’s Day. Love is in the air this month as we offer some great advice from our friends and neighbors about the secrets to long-lasting relationships. Finally, be sure to check out our Business Profile, which highlights The CP Welde Group. Their team is committed to creating tax-efficient financial plans that help you retire with confidence.

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We are looking for more Newtown Edgmont families, individuals and nonprofit organizations to feature in our magazine. If you’d like to nominate someone, please email me at STurnerHilliard@BestVersionMedia.com.

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Accounting & Tax Preparation Jack Del Pizzo, CPA Del Pizzo & Associates 2098 W Chester Pike #101, Broomall 610-356-2590 • JRD@DelPizzo.com DelPizzo.com

Dance Instruction Kaitlin Battiste From the Top Dance 3603 Chapel Road, Newtown Square 610-353-2623 • Info@FromTheTopDance.com FromTheTopDance.com

Automotive Repairs & Service Lou Matteo Edgemont Automotive 5040 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square 610-353-9868 • EdgemontAuto@verizon.net EdgemontAutomotive.com

Expert Article: Pg. 6 Electric Service, Residential/Commercial Andrew Martella, Sr. Martella Electric Company 484-498-2965 • MartellaElectric@rcn.com MartellaElectric.com

Carpet Cleaning Luke Anastasio DriGanic Carpet Cleaning Delaware County 610-888-4539 • Info@DriGanic.com DriGanic.com

Exterior & Interior Painting Expert Article: Pg. 28 Rick Thompson Thompson Custom Painting 610-359-8500 • Office@ThompsonPainting.net ThompsonPainting.net

Commercial & Residential Expert Article: Pg. 22 Trash Removal John Blosinski J & K Trash Removal, Inc. Gradyville, PA • 610-497-3800 JandKTrash.com CustomerService@JandKTrash.com

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Fireplace Products Scott Magness Scott’s Fireplace Products 3137 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square 484-422-8334 • SFP@ScottsFireplaceProducts.com ScottsFireplaceProducts.com

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Firearm Safety, Training & Sales Shawn Brown Stars & Stripes Tactical 1313 West Chester Pike, West Chester 610-556-0223 • Shawn@StarsNStripesTactical.com www.StarsNStripesTactical.com

Roofing & Siding Rob Coughlin RPC Services Edgmont 484-428-3504 • Info@ServicesByRPC.com ServicesByRPC.com

Funeral Home Robert L. D’Anjolell, Jr., F.D. DAnjolell Memorial Homes 2811 West Chester Pike, Broomall 610-356-4200 • RobJr@DAnjolell.com DAnjolell.com

Expert Article: Pg. 26 Tree Trimming & Removal Dan Flynn Flynn Tree Services Newtown Square 610-850-2848 • Sales@Flynn-Landscaping.com FlynnTreeServices.com

Expert Contributors needed!

Dentist, Mortgages, Remediation, Chiropractic, Home Care, Hair & Beauty, HVAC, Sewer & Septic, Financial Planning, Insurance, etc. Professionals may contact: Bob Blaisse: 610-453-5536 or BBlaisse@BestVersionMedia.com

Glass & Mirror Services David Gura & Lew Gura Bryn Mawr Glass 729 West Chester Pike, Havertown 610-853-2990 BrynMawrGlass@yahoo.com BrynMawrGlass.com Landscape Design & Landscaping TJ Warner JHL Landscaping 610-356-4104 TJ@JHLlandscaping.com JHLLandscaping.com Plant & Garden Steve Mostardi Mostardi Nursery 4033 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square 610-356-8035 • Steve@Mostardi.com Mostardi.com

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hen a storm is approaching, the lights in your home may flicker, blink or dim. Many times the power nearby has gone out, but even if your power stays on, dimming and flickering may still occur. Plus, there are other reasons why this may happen. Surges in your electrical system from appliances and equipment inside your home like refrigerators, sump pumps, hair dryers, washing machines, vacuum cleaners and heating and AC systems can be the cause.

Occasional events are somewhat normal, however persistent and consistent dimming and blinking can be a signal that trouble might be brewing in your home's electrical system.

Common causes for a circuit breaker to trip or a fuse to blow are hair dryers running with too many lights. This frequently happens in older homes particularly when more than one highpower appliance like a blow dryer is in use. When the outlet for the holiday lights turns off, this can be due to an overload or faulty lights. When using the vacuum and the lights go out there is likely to be an overload on the circuit. Power tools used in combination with lights can trigger the same result, just like when the microwave and coffee pot operate at the same time in the kitchen.

It can be frustrating when what was working yesterday is not working today. The electrical system in your home is a spider

web maze of wires, boxes, switches, outlets and lights, any of which can fail at any time for seemingly no apparent reason.

You may have one light in a group that simply doesn’t come on. The dimmer switch for a chandelier doesn’t dim the light anymore. The exterior light on the front door will not turn off.

The sump pump trips the breaker or pops a fuse. Sometimes the switch or outlet makes a sizzling sound. Sometimes the plug doesn’t fit tightly into the wall socket. All these situations can be puzzling, frustrating and concerning to homeowners.

The electrical systems in our homes can be complicated. They are safe and reliable for the most part, however when the conditions mentioned above present themselves, calling on a licensed, professional electrical contractor to investigate can make all the difference in keeping you, your family and your home safe, comfortable and secure.

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The February Rey Azteca Student of the Month is Jack Robinson, who is a Junior at Penncrest High School and received a Certificate of Achievement and a $25 gift card from Rey Azteca, our Sponsor of this program.

Besides his family, friends, community and school, there are two things that Jack has a passion for - firefighting and welding. Jack has grown up in the fire service since his family are all members of the Newtown Square Fire Company. You could say it's in his blood. Last year Jack took the first three

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This is Jack's first year in the Welding program at Vo Tech and he enjoys learning all the things that are involved in welding, as well as the hands-on experience he’s getting in the trade.

Jack hopes these skills will help him to pursue a secondary job in the industry at some point in the future.

However, Jack’s primary career choice for the future is definitely firefighting! He intends to pursue his passion for firefighting, continue taking classes and hopes to one day become a career firefighter. Jack assists with so many things around the firehouse, including helping his dad who is the Chief Engineer, to maintain the apparatus. Jack loves attending drills at the firehouse with other firefighters and even takes part in activities when it is not drill night. According to Chris Young, Deputy Fire Chief of the Newtown Square Fire Company, “Jack is a hard worker and he is an asset to our Fire Company. He’s always eager to learn.”

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modules of the Emergency Services Course for Firefighting at Folcroft Technical School, and then completed the last module this fall through the Fire Company with Delaware County Training Center. Once Jack turns 18 he will be able to be an interior firefighter. Any free time Jack has he likes to spend at the firehouse on duty.

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ewtown Edgmont Friends & Neighbors is pleased to introduce you to The Pasnak Family: Erik, Amy, Emma and Sophie. They certainly know how to enjoy life!

Whether it’s traveling around the globe or spending time with friends and neighbors in our community, this family is always ready to make memories.

Erik said that he, his parents and sister moved around a lot when he was young. “My father was in the Navy, so we lived in many different places,” he said. “We lived in Hawaii, South Carolina, Virginia and Spain before I even finished elementary school.” Erik noted that although moving around had its challenges, it taught him to appreciate and find the positive in every situation.

Erik graduated from Stratford High School in Goose Creek, SC, before his family moved to Stuart, FL. He attended the University of South Florida, and earned his degree in Electrical Engineering. Today, Erik is an Account Executive for a cloud-unified communications company that provides enterprise communications channels, such as voice, video, personal and team messaging, voicemail and content-sharing software.

“The pandemic brought many changes to how people and companies communicate,” explained Erik. “Working for a company that aims to enable people to work remotely is very rewarding. I like being a part of advancing technology and am excited to see the role that Artificial Intelligence (AI) will play in our future.”

Amy spent her childhood living in Lansdale with her parents, a sister and a brother. “Unfortunately, my dad died suddenly when I was in first grade,” Amy explained. “That experience made me a very anxious child, but my mom always did her best to raise me and my siblings the best she knew how.”

Amy went to Knapp Elementary School and graduated from North Penn High School. After graduation, she went to Widener University to study hospitality management but soon decided that career path was not suitable for her. She left Widener and began full-time work. Amy spent some time working at CHOP Specialty Care Center, helping to open an adolescent practice. Currently, Amy is the Office Manager at Westside Wellness Chiropractic Center in Wayne. “I thrive in an environment where I can use my exceptional organizational and time management skills,” she remarked.

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More often than not, our Resident Feature couple’s love stories are about a guy from Delco meeting a girl from Delco at their favorite bar in Sea Isle! But what we have here is a guy from, let’s say, everywhere but Delco, meeting a girl from Montco (Montgomery County), falling in love and choosing to live and raise their family in our hometown.

“Erik and I met at the buffet at a Golden Corral in Raleigh, North Carolina,” Amy said. “We were on a weekend away with mutual friends, and Erik told me I had beautiful eyes.”

Love was in the air, and they went on their first official date shortly after that trip. “On our first date, we went to a restaurant called Pastabilities in North Wales,” Erik recalled. “We hit it off right away and dated for about a year and a half before getting engaged while on a European trip.” When Erik popped the question, Amy said they were there to visit one of her friends in Amsterdam. She said yes, and the planning began.

The happy couple married 11 months later, surrounded by family and friends in Warminster, then spent their honeymoon on a 15-day tour of Italy. Amy and Erik fondly recalled their time with the others on the tour. “There was one other young couple who was also on their honeymoon, and everyone else was well into their retirement,” Amy said. “One of the most memorable moments was sitting in the back of the bus with a

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couple in their eighties drinking wine and eating cheese and bread while traveling from Rome to Florence.” Amy and Erik said that the best advice they received from the older couples on the trip was to enjoy life, laugh a lot and always have fun! continued on page 10

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Resident Feature When the newlyweds returned, they settled down in Quakertown, which ended up being short-lived when Erik received a work promotion requiring him to move to Pittsburgh.

“Amy and I relocated to the western part of the state for a little over a year,” Erik explained. “But, the Philly area was where we felt at home, so I found a new job so we could move back and be closer to Amy’s family.”

They settled into a home in Drexel Hill and started a family.

“Eventually, we knew we wanted a bigger house with a yard,” Amy said. “We started looking around and fell in love with the Newtown Edgmont area.” They found the perfect home in Runnymeade Farms and have enjoyed raising their two daughters in a wonderful neighborhood with fantastic schools and a welcoming community. “I am Jewish and Erik is Catholic,” Amy explained. “Our girls are being raised Jewish, but in our home, we are lucky to celebrate and appreciate both religions, and we have always felt loved and accepted here.”

Amy and Erik’s oldest daughter, Emma, graduated from Penncrest High School where she was an active member of the volleyball team. She is now a student at Drexel University majoring in Civil and Environmental Engineering. In addition to her studies, Emma is a board member of the Drexel Society of Women Engineers and plays on the school’s intramural volleyball team. She also started a mentorship

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Emma is hardworking, motivated and determined. She is currently looking for a postgraduate position and is working towards her Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) certification and is considering going to law school someday.

Their younger daughter Sophie also graduated from Penncrest High School where she excelled as a goalie on the lacrosse team, and also as a dancer and dance teacher at From the Top dance studio. Sophie currently attends Manhattan College, where she plays Division I Lacrosse and is studying Exercise Science. She is a dean’s list student, a member of the Pi Epsilon Kappa exercise science honor society, and on the student-athlete advisory committee.

In addition to her accomplishments in school and on the field, Sophie is artistic and loves to be creative. She continues to help out at the dance studio during their summer camps and enjoys working with children.

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Last but certainly not least is the Pasnak’s 12-year-old Cavalier King Charles mix named Cooper. “Coop’s a bit of a troublemaker,” laughed Amy. “We call him Kevin when he’s acting up!” Cooper’s known in the neighborhood for being an expert escape artist. He and his sidekick Jack (their beloved corgi who recently passed away), would find their way through the fence, only to be rescued and returned by their mailman. “Cooper is very talented, too,” Amy continued. “He has a knack for being able to open his own doggy advent calendar from Trader Joe’s all by himself.”

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Life for the Pasnak’s looks different these days with the girls being away at school. “When Emma and Sophie were younger,

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we spent a lot of time at our community pool and going to lots of neighborhood parties,” Erik said. “We were also very involved with their school’s activities and attended all of their volleyball and lacrosse games as well as Sophie’s dance recitals.”

With more time on their hands, Erik said he enjoys cooking, gardening and photography. He also loves to go to trivia night in downtown Media with his friends. When Amy is not working, she spends time helping at From the Top dance studio and making gift baskets and candy bouquets for her friend’s business, Game on State in Media. She also loves to read, take HIIT exercise classes, ride her Peloton and travel.

Family time may be less frequent, but they make the most of it when they are together. “We love to take family trips,” Erik said. “We’ve been to Italy, London, Paris and Amsterdam recently, and some of our favorite trips in the past have been to Disney, Aruba, Hawaii, New Orleans and Hilton Head.”

They are also big Philadelphia sports fans and love going to the games when they can.

Living in Edgmont has been a fulfilling experience. We love living here and making memories with our girls.

No matter how far this family may travel, Amy, Erik and the girls are always grateful to come home to Newtown Edgmont.

“Living in Edgmont has been a fulfilling experience,” Amy said. “We love living here and making memories with our girls.

We feel safe, accepted and supported here.” Sounds like the perfect place to unpack your bags.

Do you know a Newtown Edgmont family, individual or nonprofit group who should become known by our community? Make your nominations for upcoming feature articles by emailing your ideas to Sheila Turner-Hilliard at STurnerHilliard@BestVersionMedia.com. E

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@Newtown Public Library 201 Bishop Hollow Rd, Newtown Square Celebrate Black History Month with the Ancestral Art of Dr. Anita Foeman and Brooklyn McTavish. Dr. Foeman is a scholar of intercultural and organizational communication and is founder of the DNA Discussion Project and artist who selects stones, eggs and ornaments, and decorates them with elaborate designs and patterns. Her 3-dimensional art enhances our appreciation for intercultural awareness and historical identities. Brooklyn McTavish, an extraordinary portrait photographer and social psychologist, also utilizes DNA tests to help his clients discover their past genetic links and then creates a series of portraits that reflect the subject’s various ancestors.

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The Planet mini golf course is a highly interactive and playful museum exhibit created by the Academy of Natural Sciences in Philadelphia. This exhibition pairs important environmental topics with the fun of miniature golf. Nine unique educational holes explore butterfly metamorphosis, a tropical rain forest, evolution, dinosaur extinction, food chains, and more.

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Wed. February 14

Valentine’s Day Pick Your Project Workshop

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Time: 6:30–9:30pm Cost: $73 each or 2 for $120. Use the discount code VDAY24 when placing 2 bookings of a $73 value on the same transaction.

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Sat. February 17 – Sun. February 25

Cinderella: Youth Edition

@Media Theatre, 104 E. State St, Media The timeless enchantment of a magical fairy tale is reborn with the Rodgers & Hammerstein hallmarks of originality, charm and elegance. Originally presented on television in 1957 starring Julie Andrews, Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella was the most widely viewed program in the history of the medium.

As adapted for the stage, with great warmth and more than a touch of hilarity, this enthralling fairy tale still warms the hearts of children and adults alike.

Time: Shows are Saturdays and Sundays.

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Cost: $19–$24 610-891-0100 MediaTheatre.org

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Thurs. February 22

Harmonious Wail

@Lansdowne Folk Club 84 S. Lansdowne Ave, Lansdowne The members of Harmonious Wail are purveyors of Americana-infused Gypsy Jazz, who take their listeners on a ride via the music of the Hot Club sounds of Parisian cafes, the deepest blues of the Memphis Delta and the heartfelt folk scenes across every-town-America.

Time: 7:30pm Cost: $20 when purchased in advance online or with an advanced phone reservation and $25 at the door 484-466-6213 FolkClub.org

Thurs. February 29, and Fri., Sat. March 1, 2

A Comedian In The House - Pat House

@Anthony’s At Paxon Hollow Golf Course Marple’s own professional comedian, Pat House returns to his hometown with his comical friends for three nights of laughter at Anthony’s At Paxon.

Time: 8pm Comedy Show Separatefrom Dinner At Paxon Call For Reservations 610-353-0220

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1st Annual NELL Trivia Night

@Newtown Edgmont Little League Flanigan Center 323 Bishop Hollow Rd, Newtown Square The first-ever spring season kickoff event. Ten rounds of trivia, live scoring, great prizes, raffles and auction items. Open to the entire community.

Have fun and raise funds to benefit the players and outfit the Flanigan Center. BYOB drinks and food. Must be 21 to play.

Time: 6:30pm Cost: $30 for individual ticket; $300 for a table of 10 players NellBaseball.com

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Bringing People Together

by Bob Blaisse, Publisher

Bringing People Together

Newtown Edgmont Friends & Neighbors

Valentine’s Day Is Bringing People Together.

But Reader Leaders Are Doing That Every Day!

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ean, Be My Valentine again this Valentine’s Day. And thank you for letting me be your Valentine these many years. But like those early grade school years, when we gave out Valentine’s Day cards to our classmates, and held out the cards we thought nicest, for those we wanted to really show our appreciation of, I have to tell our Reader Leaders just how special they are to us.

Who are our Reader Leaders? What is a Reader Leader? It all started when we launched Newtown Edgmont Friends & Neighbors in print and online at TheNEMag.com a year and a half ago. A Reader Leader started out simply as any reader who let us know they looked forward to receiving our new hometown magazine in the mail each month. They talked it up to friends and neighbors, and they knew well that our advertising Sponsors made it all possible. But after a few years of impact in our community, Reader Leaders got to another level. They fully understood how our unique brand of socialmedia-in-print was truly Bringing People Together in Newtown Edgmont. And with bold loyal gratitude for their hometown magazine, Reader Leaders happily voted with their wallets to show outright favoritism for businesses whose ads are seen on these pages. They still do because they clearly recognize why the advertising Sponsors of the residents of Newtown, Edgmont and Willistown townships, are choosing to invest in our community to make our hometown magazine possible. And our Sponsors do it to show us just how important the residents of Newtown Edgmont are to the success of their business. Reader Leaders return that loyalty.

With Newtown Edgmont Friends & Neighbors still new, in only year two, we already have thousands of monthly readers and Reader Leaders. We truly appreciate our advertising Sponsors, Expert Contributors, feature writers, and all our readers. With every new issue more of you reach out with your support and kind words with ideas for new features about friends and neighbors, and places and organizations in our community. Thank you.

it all comes from Readers Leaders, through their emails. That’s the start of it, and results in a feature ending up in print and online in a new issue that serves to be Bringing People Together in Newtown Edgmont.

And after several years now, some Reader Leaders have lasting impact. Their reader leadership has gone even one step further: They help us add new advertising Sponsors whose financial support helps us grow our page count while those businesses invited to become an advertising Sponsor gain greater hometown awareness of their support for local residents and in turn, gain the returned gratitude and loyalty of Newtown, Edgmont and Willistown residents for making their hometown magazine possible.

Be a Reader Leader! Nominate residents from our community and community organizations to be featured in your hometown magazine. And use your influence with the business leaders you know well and do business with often, to help grow our magazine page count so we can publish even more feature articles each month by having more pages supported by businesses that will sponsor our hometown. And if a business you introduce me to does become a new Sponsor of Newtown Edgmont, I will personally contact you and ask you to personally recommend a Newtown, Edgmont or Willistown resident of your choosing to soon be featured in our hometown magazine and on the cover in an upcoming issue. E

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Publisher Newtown Edgmont Friends & Neighbors

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Business Profile

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Charles Welde grew up in Havertown in a twin home with his parents and 10 brothers and sisters. “We were a competitive set of siblings,” said Charles. “With only one bathroom for 13 people, a competitive spirit was bred early on!” He graduated from Cardinal O’Hara where he played varsity Owner, Lou Matteobasketball in the shop and baseball before earning his accounting degree from Villanova University.

After spending 15 years working 60-hour weeks as a Certified Public Accountant, Charles fell in love with financial planning in the mid-90s. This transition was entirely organic as he was solid with numbers and great with people. In 2001, he became a Certified Financial Planner.

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Having a rewarding professional career would not have been possible without the support of his wife, Peg. “I'm grateful for Peg who never stopped believing in me,” he said. Peg and Charles raised three beautiful daughters here in Edgmont, he fondly refers to them as “Charlie’s Angels.” Two identical twin granddaughters and a grandson complete the Welde Clan.

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The CP Welde Group team has over 40 years of experience providing tax and wealth management services. Team members include Charles (Lead Advisor), Marian Thomas (Director of Operations), daughter Tara (Client Service Associate), niece Alex Boate (Paraplanner), brother John (Insurance Advisor) and Peter Scarani (Tax Advisor). “We are fortunate to have a team of excellent professionals,” said Charles. “They are passionate about what they do. You can’t teach passion!”

What sets The CP Welde Group apart from other financial firms are two proven processes: The Bucket Plan® strategically categorizes assets into three distinct buckets: now, soon and later based on income, time horizon and tax qualifications. The Tax Management Journey® strategically allocates investments into three distinct funnels: pre-tax, post-tax and tax advantaged.

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Charles believes one of the greatest gifts delivered by his profession is the opportunity it gives him for a lifetime of learning.

“Learning is cumulative and what accumulates is wisdom,” he said. In 2012, he became a member of an exclusive Mastermind Group, composed of 300 competitive, like-minded professionals. He's also an Ed Slott Master IRA Advisor and a Lifetime member of the Million Dollar Round Table.

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As a sponsor of our Friends & Neighbors magazines, Charles takes pride in sharing his knowledge and expertise through his expert Contributor articles. Visit CPWeldeGroup.com for more information. E

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Our Community

by Lisa Jeffries Photos courtesy of Newtown Square Business Association

Meet the Board of the Newtown Square Business Association: Dedicated to the Success of Our Local Community For nearly 50 years, the Newtown Square Business Association (NSBA) has been serving our community and helping build a strong foundation for businesses to thrive in Newtown Square and Newtown Edgmont. Founded in 1976 by a group of local business people, the NSBA is governed by the constitution and by-laws formed in 1983, and officers are elected annually.

The NSBA is a proud sponsor of Newtown Square’s annual tree lighting ceremony and partners with the Gather in the Circle committee to participate in and promote the Newtown Square Farmers Market and the Circle at Sundown community festival. NSBA’s recent work promotes sustainability by endorsing the Environmental Advisory Council and encouraging local businesses to join the Newtown Square Green Business Coalition. They also present a Streetscape Award annually to a business that creates a colorful, eye-catching display of plants and flowers that lasts throughout the summer.

Most recently, the association focused on ways to keep small businesses thriving, especially as they rebound and rebuild from the pandemic. They wanted to make an impactful statement encouraging residents and those who drive through our town to stop and shop here. They created a Shop the Square banner campaign that has been extremely successful and helped earn them the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce’s 2023 Best Business Association award.

In addition to the Shop the Square project, board members have boosted their commitment to promoting their members’ businesses by introducing social networking happy hours for business owners and consistent social media campaigns designed to build community excitement and dedication to shopping locally.

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hosts an annual State of the Township breakfast meeting that allows our police chief, township manager and township supervisor the opportunity to provide timely and accurate information and field questions from members.

Sheila Turner-Hilliard, President Sheila joined the NSBA as a member 20 years ago when she opened From the Top Studio of Dance.

She was elected Director three years ago and Vice President in 2023. “I am excited to announce that I will now serve as President in 2024,” she explained.

“As a lifelong Newtown Square resident and successful business owner, I want to keep Newtown Square’s businesses and local events thriving. I would love to hear ideas and suggestions from you, local business owners and our community leaders.”

Paul Seligson, Vice President Paul is a long-time volunteer for many of Newtown Square’s community groups. “In 2008, I was developing a hanging basket program when I heard of Dick Pound, who was President of NSBA,” Paul said. “I called him, and he invited me to present to the Board of NSBA. That meeting led to a letter of endorsement and a $2,000 check to get us started.” Paul was then invited to join the Board, and when Dick retired in 2015, he threw his hat in the ring for President, serving until 2023. “I have enjoyed eight years at the helm and am extremely happy to see Sheila Turner-Hilliard take over the reins so capably.”

Rich Crowe, Secretary Rich is the secretary for the NSBA. This is his fourth period serving on the NSBA board over the last 30-plus years. “As publisher of Press Newspapers years ago, it was always essential to have a strong business group representing our local merchants in Newtown Square.”

Paul Hostler, Treasurer Paul is NSBA’s newly elected Treasurer. “As a banker for over 40 years, I continue to be a lifelong learner who strives daily to educate others,” Paul explained. “I have been a member of NSBA for a year and joined to build an even better community and impact lives.”

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Brian McCollum, Director Brian founded McCollum Insurance in 2002. For over 20 years, McCollum Insurance has helped local business owners and families with their business and personal insurance needs. “I have been a member of the NSBA for close to four years,” he said.

“I have met many business owners over the last few years in Newtown Square and enjoy hearing about and responding to the needs of local business owners while also offering the best insurance solutions.”

Monica Knauss, Director Monica is the Community Relations Coordinator at Dunwoody Village and has been on the NSBA Board for three years. She said, “Dunwoody Village has served Newtown Square and the surrounding area for 50 years as a continuing care retirement community (and as a convalescent home for 50 years before that), and it’s my pleasure to participate with other businesses in promoting all that Newtown Square has to offer.”

Ken Taylor, Director Ken has been with The Running Place since 2007 and has been the owner since 2012. Ken feels that joining the business association has allowed him to play a more active role in the community. “I have served on the board for over six years, with a small break during my daughter's early years,” Ken remarked. “I feel that being members of the business association enables us to make a positive mark in the neighborhoods where we live and work.”

Dane Shoemaker, Director Dane is the Owner/Operator of Shoemaker Films, LLC, based in Newtown Square. “I joined the NSBA in 2023 and shortly after that became a Director, " he explained. “As a local business, it was easy to join an award-winning group like the NSBA, filled with like-minded professionals to network, volunteer and promote my business.” Dane encourages others to join and said that between the happy hours and regular meetings, it is an excellent opportunity for businesses and a lot of fun, too!

Jackie McCormick, Director “I joined the NSBA to actively engage with my neighbors,” explained Jackie. “As a Realtor and a resident raising a family here, I am committed to contributing to Newtown Square's improvement.” Jackie serves as both a Board member and Social Media manager, taking pride in positively impacting our community and assisting fellow business owners in their growth.

Anne Marie Hare, Director “I joined the association to help improve St. Albans Circle and connect with other businesses,” said Anne Marie, owner of Bunny Hare’s Boutique and Gift Shop. She is celebrating her 19th year in business in the “circle” and enjoys volunteering to support and promote a healthy local economy. “The more businesses in town, the better we all do.”

Jack Crowley, Jr., Director Jack joined the Newtown Square Board of Directors in 2021. “The reason I joined is because I started a business in Newtown Square in 2013 and fell in love with the community,” he explained. “Newtown Square is unlike anywhere else, the community and its residents really go out of their way to shop and support local small businesses.” Jack added that he has formed lasting relationships with residents and other business owners and is proud to serve and be a part of our Newtown Square family.

John Custer III, Solicitor John has served as NSBA’s Solicitor since 2019, providing legal support, advice, and representation. “I am an attorney specializing in business law and estate planning & administration,” John said. “I grew up in this community and wanted to become more involved in local business.”

On behalf of our Newtown Edgmont Friends & Neighbors, we would like to thank the Board Members and business members of the Newtown Square Business Association for their steadfast commitment to our community.

Publisher’s Note: I’m grateful our magazine Content Coordinator, Sheila Turner-Hilliard, has accepted leadership of our Newtown Square Business Association at the reccommendation of Newtown Township's all-around, and all-year-round man of service, Paul Seligson. Thank you NSBA Board Members for your service to our Newtown Square community. E

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Our Community

by Sheila Turner-Hilliard

Edgmont Finding Our Feature Stories: We Want to Hear From You!

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ver the last five years, we have had the privilege of introducing our Newtown Square neighbors to many friendly faces in our community and we are excited to do the same for our Newtown Edgmont neighbors. The families and individuals you have read about all share the same love for Newtown Edgmont, but each has their own unique story about where they came from, why they live here, how they are making a difference in the community and how they spend quality time together.

Some families travel the globe, while others love the Jersey shore. We have featured residents who are making a difference in the world and those who are volunteering their time to support our local youth programs. And for those of us who grew up here, it’s a treat to learn about families who chose to move to Newtown Edgmont because they have heard it's a great place to live!

It’s always fun to scroll through our library of issues at TheNEMag.com and NewtownSquareMag.com to learn about who we have highlighted through the years.

You’ll see a community of friends and neighbors from different backgrounds, religions and ethnicities who all love to call Newtown Square and Edgmont their home.

There are often times along the way when we are asked how we find and select our Resident Feature and Community Feature stories. That’s a question that doesn’t have a standard answer because each feature is unique. What we can tell you is that many times the recommendations come from you, our valued readers of Newtown Edgmont Friends & Neighbors.

We want you to keep those referrals coming! Who would you love to see on the cover of your hometown magazine? Do you have friends and neighbors who are making a difference in our community? People who work here, live here and make Newtown Square, Willistown and Edgmont a better place? Perhaps you know of a family or an individual who has a great story to tell about their journey or their plans for the future. Whatever it may be, we want to hear from you!

If you’d like to nominate a family, individual or nonprofit organization, please email me at STurnerHilliard@BestVersionMedia.com. E

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by Tori Sheridan BHHS Fox & Roach/ The Vince May Team

Prepare Your Home For the Spring Market

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fter the hustle and bustle of the holidays dies down, take advantage of the quieter winter months to prepare your home for the spring market. Preparing your home for the spring market is a strategic move to ensure a smooth and successful sale. The following tips can indeed enhance the appeal of your property.

Consult a Realtor First and foremost, schedule a consultation with a Realtor so

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that you can put a good game plan in place. They can provide valuable insights into the local market, suggest improvements and help you set a competitive asking price. Realtors have a team of experts behind them who can help prepare your home with things such as staging, photography and marketing.

Organize and Declutter Potential buyers are going to want to take a peek in your closets, built-ins and storage areas, so the new year is the perfect time to start to declutter and organize what’s left, making it look neat and orderly. Decluttering is crucial for creating a spacious and inviting atmosphere. Remove personal items, excess furniture and anything that may distract potential buyers.

Organize closets and storage spaces to showcase their size and functionality.

Home Repairs and Maintenance Tackle any home repairs and/or maintenance issues you’ve been putting off. Now is the time to repaint the guest room, schedule your HVAC check-ups and fix anything that’s broken and essential to the functionality of the home (think door handles, locks, cabinet pulls, leaky faucets, damaged walls, etc).

Gather Documents Set aside any documents that may be helpful. HOA docs, tax bills and maintenance agreements may be requested at some point during the sales process. Being prepared with these documents demonstrates transparency and professionalism.

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Consider Additional Preparations Consider professional home staging to showcase your property in the best light. Staged homes often attract more potential buyers. Invest in professional photography to create attractive online listings, as many buyers start their search on the internet. Enhance curb appeal by maintaining the exterior, cleaning up the landscaping and making necessary repairs to the home’s exterior.

Taking time to do these things before the busy spring market starts will save you time and energy and allow you to focus on preparing for showings and finding your new home. E

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Expert Contributor

by John Blosinski J&K Trash Removal, Inc.

The Circular Economy

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hile not a new concept, you may not have heard of the term Circular Economy. The mission of a circular economy is to find a beneficial reuse for material, thereby eliminating waste. It’s all about sharing, reusing, refurbishing/repairing and recycling products so these resources continue circulating right back into the community they are generated from, to be used again. It’s a wonderful concept that we are all aware of, but sometimes in practice, it’s more difficult to achieve than you might anticipate.

We aren’t speaking about aluminum cans and plastic bottles here, but larger, perhaps more specialized items that can’t be put into your weekly recycling bin. While most of us have good intentions, sometimes life gets in the way and we aren’t able to follow through due to the time needed to research every item.

To that end, here is an easy reference guide to assist in finding the right place to send the specific hard-to-recycle item. We hope you find it helpful and put it to good use! E

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History Spotlight

by Doug Humes Photos courtesy of the Newtown Edgmont Historical Society

Judge William Lewis Who was Edgmont’s most famous native son? If you asked the question in the 18th and early 19th century, the answer would likely have been the Honorable William Lewis. Descended from the Lewis family that were settlers in Haverford, Newtown and Radnor, William was born in 1751 at a still extant stone farmhouse on his father’s 200-acre farm, later known as the Smedley farm on Stackhouse Mill Road in Edgmont. In 1768, the 17-year-old farm boy took a load of hay to market in Chester, and while there, he walked into the county courthouse and it changed his life. Well-dressed men dueled with words in front of a distinguished judge. And were paid to do so! He watched the trials being held that day, and then rode home in his wagon, dreaming of a new future for himself.

Judge Lewis sat for a portrait by Gilbert Stuart

There were few lawyers in farming communities, so William moved to Philadelphia and took a job as an office boy in the law office of noted Quaker attorney Nicholas Waln. He “read the law” and learned from observing and being instructed

by Waln. In 1772, Waln walked by the Pine Street Quaker

Meeting and was drawn in by a woman preacher, then seized by voices and visions, fell into a trance and when he came to, he renounced all worldly connections, turned his lucrative law practice over to young William Lewis, and became an itinerant Quaker minister for the remainder of his life.

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Lewis became a very successful criminal attorney, noted for his defense of many Quaker leaders who were jailed, charged with treason and had their properties confiscated for not supporting the American Revolution. He was elected to the legislature, took part in the revision to the Pennsylvania Constitution, and was appointed by Washington to serve as U.S. Attorney for Pennsylvania. Later appointed a District Judge, he found that life uncongenial and the pay too low for his lifestyle, and so resumed the practice of law. In 1780, he played a leading role in the passage of the “Act for the Gradual Abolition of Slavery,” the first time an elected body had ever abolished slavery. In 1789, Lewis bought land along the Schuylkill River and built a summer home, called “Summerville.” He enjoyed 30 summers on the river, dying there in 1819. But you can still visit his house, which we now know as Historic Strawberry Mansion in Fairmount Park.

The stone farmhouse in Edgmont where William Lewis was born

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WINTER STORM

WARNING! Wind, Snow & Ice Put Older Trees At Risk B E G IN W IT H

by Dan Flynn Flynn Tree Services

How To Help Your Trees This Time of Year

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s winter comes to an end and spring approaches, it's time to start thinking about tree care to ensure their health and vitality. Here are some tips for end-of-winter tree care: Pruning • Remove any dead, damaged or diseased branches. This helps improve the tree's overall health and appearance.

Don’t Wait Till It’s Too Late!

• Prune back any overgrown branches to maintain a balanced canopy.

Inspect for Pests and Diseases • Check for signs of pest infestations or diseases. Look for unusual spots on leaves, discoloration or the presence of pests. If you notice any issues, consult with an arborist for appropriate treatment.

Mulching • If you applied mulch in the fall, check its depth and replenish if necessary. Mulch helps retain soil moisture, regulates temperature and suppresses weeds.

Fertilization • Consider fertilizing your trees, especially if your soil lacks essential nutrients. A soil test can help determine the specific needs of your trees.

Watering • Ensure that your trees receive adequate water, especially if there hasn't been sufficient rainfall. Deep watering is generally better than frequent shallow watering.

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Inspect Tree Ties • If your trees are tied to stakes, check the ties for tightness.

Loosen any ties that may be too tight to avoid damaging the bark.

Plan for Spring Growth • Consider your plans for the upcoming growing season. If you have any major pruning or maintenance tasks, spring is often a good time to address them.

Monitor for Frost Damage • Keep an eye out for any signs of frost damage. Frost cracks can occur during winter, and you may need to address them to prevent further damage.

Remember that the specific needs of your trees may vary based on the species, climate and local conditions. Consulting with a local arborist can provide tailored advice for the health and well-being of your trees. E

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by Rick Thompson Thompson Custom Painting

Enhancing Your Home’s Value: The Impact of Exterior Paint on Your Property

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ne of the most commonly suggested home improvement actions from real estate professionals and home appraisers is to invest in professional home exterior painting. Having your house painted will not only cover faded or worn-down paint, but it will also enhance the appearance and appeal of the home. Paint has the power to update, improve and accentuate the unique architectural elements of your house, making it more visually appealing. The appearance and condition of the exterior of your home are some of the very first things noticed by guests or potential buyers if you’re in the market to sell. It will also be one of the first things noted in a home inspection and valued by a home appraiser.

While it is clear that painting your home can improve its appeal and attraction, new exterior paint, and even just paint touchups, can increase the financial value of your home from 2-5%.

Combined with an estimated return on investment of 51%, hiring a professional painter to revamp your home exterior can be a worthwhile investment.

Help You Sell Your Home As potential buyers search for available homes, the first picture they see on an online listing is one of the home’s exterior. It

is also the first thing they see as they pull up for a showing.

With such a tight and competitive real estate market, sellers are investing time and money in making improvements that will attract buyers. With a well-done paint job and the right colors, you may be able to sell your home sooner.

Provide Protection High-quality paint on the exterior walls of your house will serve as one of your home’s primary lines of defense against weather, insects, heat and other damage. Chipped and peeling exterior paint makes your home susceptible to the effects of rain, snow, ice, frost or high humidity. Exposed cracks in the paint can trap moisture and damage the wood. Damaged wood can come in the form of cracking, flaking, rot and mildew and is an inviting place for termites. Painting your home in lighter colors can also deflect the damaging ultraviolet rays, extending the life of your paint job, while helping to cool down your house and save energy.

If you are thinking about painting the exterior of your home, you’ll want to hire professionals. Painting your home requires a financial investment, but it can also be time-consuming to get it done right, so this is the time to hire a professional. E

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Real Estate

Homes Recently Sold in Newtown Edgmont Address

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1580 Middletown Road . . . . . . . . $682,000 . . . . . 4 . . . . . 3 . . . . 2,840 . . . . 1.86 825 Bryn Mawr Avenue . . . . . . . . $1,220,000 . . . . . 5 . . . . . 4.5 . . . 4,080 . . . . 0.92 3 Wellfleet Lane . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,230,000 . . . . . 4 . . . . . 6 . . . . .5,435 . . . . 0.48 320 Morris Street . . . . . . . . . . . $1,063,222 . . . . . 4 . . . . . 3.5 . . . 3,000 . . . . 0.10 7 Violet Lane . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $850,000 . . . . . 4 . . . . . 2 . . . . 3,900 . . . . 2.40 21 Lenfant Court . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,190,000 . . . . . 4 . . . . . 5 . . . . 6,054 . . . . 0.08 1011 Ryans Run . . . . . . . . . . . . . $720,000 . . . . . 4 . . . . . 3 . . . . 2,500 . . . . 0.27 199 Nottingham Court . . . . . . . . . $500,000 . . . . . 3 . . . . . 3 . . . . .3,024 . . . . 0.03 1579 Middletown Road . . . . . . . . $850,000 . . . . . 5 . . . . . 3 . . . . .3,326 . . . . 1.54 26 Mary Jane Lane . . . . . . . . . . . $460,000 . . . . . 3 . . . . . 2 . . . . . 1,470 . . . . 0.18 625 Creekview Court . . . . . . . . . . $949,990 . . . . . 3 . . . . . 2.5 . . . .2,670 . . . . 0.10 608 Wiltshire Lane . . . . . . . . . . . $850,000 . . . . . 4 . . . . . 4 . . . . 3,690 . . . . 0.08 226 Elton Farm Circle . . . . . . . . . $699,310 . . . . . 3 . . . . . 4 . . . . 4,402 . . . . 0.10 9 Sleepy Hollow Lane . . . . . . . . . $1,268,000 . . . . . 5 . . . . . 3.5 . . . 6,450 . . . . 1.31 14 Well Fleet Drive . . . . . . . . . . . $650,000 . . . . . 3 . . . . . 2 . . . . 2,069 . . . . 0.99 110 Pine Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . $395,000 . . . . . 4 . . . . . 2.5 . . . .1,540 . . . . 0.09 Best Version Media does not guarantee the accuracy of the statistical data on this page. The data does not represent the listings of any one agent or agency but represents the activity of the real estate community in the area. Any real estate agent’s ad appearing in the magazine is separate from the statistical data provided which is in no way a part of their advertisement.

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by Sheila Turner-Hilliard

Love Is In the Air: Couples Share Secrets for a Lasting

February may be filled with long nights and frigid temperatures, but it also overflows with warmth and love as we celebrate Valentine’s Day. February 14th is the second-largest card-giving holiday — a time to express our love and appreciation for the special people in our lives. For many married couples, it’s a time to reconnect and remember the reasons why they said “I do.”

Maintaining long-term relationships can be challenging, especially during personal hardships. When stress levels are high and the time spent together can seem overwhelming, there are some secrets to success that can help keep your marriage healthy and alive.

All experts agree that if you want your relationship to make it, then you need to devote time, effort and energy to your partner, no matter how many years you’ve been together. Even the most stable partnerships require regular attention.

To help you keep your promise to live happily ever after, we talked with some of our happily married friends and neighbors, who shared some great advice.

Never leave the house without saying goodbye.

Mornings can be hectic and stressful, between packing lunches, serving breakfast and making sure everyone gets to school and work on time. It’s easy to get caught up in the chaos while rushing out the door. Even if you’re only heading out for a quick trip to the gym or grocery store, be sure to give your spouse a hug and a kiss before you leave. It only takes a few seconds and can make a big difference in your relationship.

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Practice the “sandwich” technique.

This method of communication works well anytime you feel the need to address a problem or concern. Face it, no one enjoys hearing about things they are doing wrong, and criticism often puts people on the defensive. Instead, try starting the conversation with a compliment, then address the problem, and end the conversation with a reminder of something else you like about your spouse.

Laughter really is the best medicine.

Even in stressful situations, sometimes all you need is a moment of levity to change the tone of the conversation. That’s not to say you should poke fun at your partner, but use humor to ease the tension if you can. Other ways to keep the laughter alive are by watching funny movies, going to see a comedian or playing fun board games.

Never stop dating.

It’s important to keep treating your spouse the way you did when you were dating. Schedule regular date nights and go out to dinner or to the movies. Do the things you love to do but be open to exploring new activities too.

Sprinkling your routine with bits of spontaneity will

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Relationship keep things fresh. Take a surprise day trip, enroll in a class together or plan a little getaway — whatever you do, just make sure things stay exciting and a reminder of what life was like at the beginning of your relationship.

Ditch the phones.

Give your spouse the priority of your time and your full attention by turning off the technology. Designate specific times during the week and weekends to disconnect from the outside world. Your spouse will instantly feel more valued. People love to feel appreciated, and if you want to make your spouse feel extra special, an easy way to do that is to unplug.

Say Thank You, even for the little things.

Don’t save your kind words for the big things like gifts and flowers. Thank your spouse for all the little things he/she does to make your life easier. Perhaps your husband always empties the dishwasher, or your wife is the one who does the weekly food shopping. Thanking them not only shows your appreciation for the task but also lets your spouse know that you value the great way you work together to help each other out.

Take responsibility for your feelings and your actions.

If you have a bad day, don’t blame it on your partner, your kids or your boss. Mood swings and outbursts of frustration happen to the best of us, but remember that your feelings and your moods are your own

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responsibility. If your mood is caused by something your partner did or did not do, try talking it out using the sandwich technique we discussed earlier.

Make a point this Valentine’s Day to incorporate some of the advice above into your own relationship. With these marriage tips, you’ll be setting yourself up for a happy and healthy relationship for years to come. E

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