COMO Living Magazine - June/July 2016

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Mine are often spent on my funky little screened-in porch. Easily the best feature of my house (which might not be saying all that much), this little “tree house” of a porch is surrounded by trees and nearly invisible to my neighbors. All who spend time with me there agree it’s perfect in nearly every way. Perfect for coffee, wine and lots of reading, as well as watching my funny beagle mix explore her backyard and attempt to bark squirrels out of the trees. And it’s especially wonderful when the rain falls upon the metal roof. This quirky space always reminds of me of a favorite Shel Silverstein poem …

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SWEET SUMMERTIME There’s something about the anticipation of summer that livens me up.

Some people hate the heat, but I love it. Others can’t stand the humidity, and I don’t mind it.

Sure it can get hot, sticky and my naturally curly hair can get out of hand, but I think summer is my second favorite time of year. (Christmas trumps it by far.) The past two years that I have been editor, our team has asked, “What should the themes for our six issues be?” A few of those themes shuffle around a bit, but for our June/July issue, we always come back to something like “Summer Fun” or “Outdoor Living.” Not only is summer a great time to entertain friends outdoors, hang out at the pool or do some outdoor projects around the house, it’s a great time to explore Mid-Missouri.

We did our best to give you some options on where to head out on your next adventure and how to do it in style. (See our fashion spread on pg 34). Hosting an outdoor party this summer? Flip to page 27 to see the gorgeous outdoor patio we staged with sweets from Masterful Treats, barbecue and sides from Hoss’s, a beautiful fruit arrangement from Edible Arrangements and baby pies from Peggy Jean’s Pies.

Get outdoors this summer. Entertain, swim, be adventurous, and soak up the sun. (With sunscreen, of course.) I hope you have a wonderful summer full of family, friends and a whole lot of fun.

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CO N TE N TS FEATURES / DEPARTMENTS

34 113 12 Publisher’s Note 13 Editor’s Note 14 Table of Contents 16 COMO Living Board 19 Shelf Life 20 Libations 22 Day in the Life: Meet Morgan Cranford

25 Confessions of a Working Mom: Mount Laundry More

26 Outdoor Living

33 The Dish 34 Fashion 49 Sunwear 2016:

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74 Health and Wellness 83 Doc Talk 91 Unleashed 93 Engagements 96 The Midwest Wedding Crashers

101 Being Seen: ATHENA International Awards, Little Black Dress, Unbound Book Festival

107 Agenda 108 June/July Calendar of Events

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111 Couple You Should Know: Toby and Tim Rost

112 Advertiser Index 113 Strong Woman: Kate Gray

114 Nonprofit Spotlight: Kids on Track

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ABOUT THE BOARD Describe your job: Owner of A2D Events Where are you from originally? St. Louis, Missouri What do you love about CoMo? Small-town feel and close knit communities What inspires you? My daughters What do you do for fun? Vacation and hang out with girlfriends What do you want to gain from being a part of the COMO Living Board?

Knowledge and the fulfillment of contributing.

What’s your favorite part of the magazine? The contributions by local writers ADONICA What do you think the magazine brings to the CoMo community? I believe it COLEMAN brings fresh voices from many different perspectives.

Guilty pleasure: Binge watching "Scandal," "The Americans," and "How to Get Away With Murder" on my iPad when my kids go to sleep.

Favorite quote: “Do today what others won’t, so you can do tomorrow what others can’t.”

Describe your job: Practice Representative for Focus On Health Chiropractic Where are you from originally? Nevada, Mo. What do you love about CoMo? I love that Columbia has both a small and big town feel. I grew up in small towns, so I appreciate it. Columbia is not too small, and there is always something to do around town.

What inspires you? I look to others to inspire me. If someone is successful at their job, I want to see how they are doing it and copy it in my life.

What do you do for fun? I enjoy hanging out with my family, taking my dogs KRISTA KIPPENBERGER for walks and going to dinner with friends.

What do you want to gain from being a part of the COMO Living Board? I want to meet new people that will inspire me!

What’s your favorite part of the magazine? The pictures, photo shoots and the fact that I learn something about our community each time I read it.

What do you think the magazine brings to the CoMo community? I think COMO Living is a current events source that is trendy and fun.

Guilty pleasure: The cookie and ice cream at Flat Branch Favorite quote: “Work like there is someone working 24 hours a day to take it away from you.” — ­ Mark Cuban

Describe your job: Senior Interior Designer, Erdos at Home Where are you from originally? Columbia, Mo. What do you love about CoMo? The friendly people What inspires you? Rooms that need a good makeover.

What do you do for fun? I love to travel and spend time with my family.

What do you want to gain from being a part of the COMO Living Board? I’m looking forward to meeting new people and being part of the creative process.

BECKY What’s your favorite part of the magazine? The home features ERDEL What do you think the magazine brings to the CoMo community? A guide to all things “Columbia” Guilty pleasure: I love to watch "Project Runway" Favorite quote: “Everything is miraculous… it’s miraculous the man does not melt in his own bath.” —Picasso

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CAROLYN PARIS Describe your job: As a consultant and coach, I help high performers with that missing link. Perhaps it's work-life balance, burnout or meaning in their life.

Where are you from originally? Memphis, Mo. What do you love about CoMo? The diversity of thought and culture within our small community along with the energy of the university. And of course, the locally owned eateries!

What inspires you? Being in nature What do you do for fun? Travel as much as possible, ride my bike and have friends over for Camp Carolyn.

What do you want to gain from being a part of the COMO Living Board? I look forward to hearing others' perspectives, and learning from their experiences.

What’s your favorite part of the magazine? The food.

What do you think the magazine brings to the CoMo community? COMO Living brings us all closer to what makes Columbia such a cool place to live.

Guilty pleasure: Macaroni and cheese, and lots of it!

Favorite quote: "Don’t ever wrestle with a pig. You’ll both get dirty, but the pig will enjoy it."

—Cale Yarborough

ABOUT THE BOARD Describe your job: Writer/Author Where are you from originally? I am from Highland Park, Illinois What do you love about CoMo? I absolutely love our arts culture in CoMo! I also love our charming downtown, our restaurants, shops, festivals, football Saturdays. . . maybe a better question is what don’t I love about CoMo? What inspires you? Seeing people live their passion. Talking with people who are engaged and excited about whatever it is that they are doing. I think there is something contagious about that kind of optimism and energy.

JILL What do you do for fun? I try to have fun no matter what I’m doing. (Except ORR folding laundry. That is not fun.)

What do you think you can bring to the board? Experience, maybe? I’ve been on the board for a couple of years and have been writing for COMO Living for 10 years.

What’s your favorite part of the magazine? Ooooh that’s a hard one. I think what really stands out to me is the overall design changes that have come about in the past year or so. The magazine is so visually clean now. I just love it! I also love the pictures of food. They never fail to make me hungry.

What do you think the magazine brings to the CoMo community? I think this magazine does a great job of making readers aware of the cool and interesting things their friends, co-workers, and neighbors are doing. I also love the way the magazine supports new businesses and shines a light on all the ways CoMo is a fantastic place to live and work.

Guilty pleasure: I try never to feel guilty for doing something I love.

Favorite quote: “You are not a hundred dollar bill, not everyone is going to like you.” —Meg Cabot

Describe your job: I’m in my new role as director of business development for Columbia College. My primary responsibilities are to cultivate business partnerships in order to meet their professional development needs in the workplace and to support increased enrollments for the college.

Where are you from originally? Iowa (where the tall corn grows) What do you love about CoMo? Wow...the people, the atmosphere, the schools, the opportunities to volunteer in the community, the art and music, the restaurants, my church, the trails and the fact that my sister and her family live four blocks away from me ANN What inspires you? A beautiful song, a pink sunrise (especially if I’m on the beach MERRIFIELD with the ocean lapping my toes), a pertinent scripture, goal setting and problem solving, talking to inspired leaders and presenting a fun topic in front of a group.

What do you do for fun? Ride bikes, read, attend events such as Artrageous Fridays, play the piano, take my dogs for a walk, watch a good movie, listen to music and go to musicals What do you want to gain from being a part of the COMO Living Board? I am a lifelong learner. I am so excited to be working with such strong, motivated, passionate individuals. I can’t wait to learn more from each and every one of you. I also look forward to learning more about our community.

What’s your favorite part of the magazine? I know you’re not going to believe me, but I like everything about the magazine! The featured articles (especially about people and food), and Jill’s column are especially fun.

What do you think the magazine brings to the CoMo community? A sense of community and an increased knowledge about all the great resources (people as well as places) that we have Guilty pleasure: A nice glass of chardonnay Favorite quote: “Today may there be peace within. May you trust that you are exactly where you are meant to be.

May you not forget the infinite possibilities that are born of faith in yourself and others. May you use the gifts that you have received and pass on the love that has been given to you. May you be content with yourself just the way you are. Let this knowledge settle into your bones, and allow your soul the freedom to sing, dance, praise and love.

It is there for each and every one of us.”

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JENNY BOUATAY Describe your job: Owner, Mavin Boutique. As a wardrobe stylist, my job is to make sure my clients look and feel fabulous.

Where are you from originally? Fullerton, California What do you love about CoMo? CoMo is a great community and vibrant college town What inspires you? My parents, close friendships and fiancé.

What do you do for fun? I like to read, practice yoga, travel, cook and practice photography.

What do you want to gain from being a part of the COMO Living Board? Meet new people and be more involved with the community What’s your favorite part of the magazine? Fashion What do you think the magazine brings to the CoMo community? It brings the community together in positive ways and helps reflect how great CoMo is.

Guilty pleasure: "The Mindy Project" Favorite quote: "Be who you are and say what you feel because those who mind don’t matter and those who matter don’t mind." ­—Dr. Seuss

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SHELF LIFE

UNBOUND ENTHUSIASM

by A L E X G E O R G E

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ver the course of a perfect weekend at the end of April, the first chapter of Columbia’s newest arts festival, the Unbound Book Festival, unfolded. Like all good openings, there were twists and turns, drama, laughter and heroes galore.

Happily, there wasn’t a villain in sight, but there were many, many happy readers (and writers).

The culmination of 18 months of planning, the festival kicked off in a packed Missouri Theatre on Friday night where Michael Ondaatje, Booker Prize winning author of "The English Patient," was in conversation with the mercurial poet Mark Doty. These two titans of the literary world captivated the crowd with their wideranging discussion about writing and creativity.

It was fascinating and inspiring – and also, if you happen to be a writer, full of good advice, such as never go out for lunch; eat a sandwich instead.

(So now you know.) The audience hung on every word, and there was a long line that waited to have books signed after the event. We couldn’t have wished for a more inspiring start.

I did wonder whether we would be able to match those heights on Saturday, but as it turned out, I hadn’t needed to worry. The festival took over the Stephens College campus for the whole day. Guests had six different venues to choose from, including the sunlit, intimate rooms in Senior Hall and the rather grander surroundings of the Windsor Auditorium and Kimball Ballroom. Perhaps my favorite venue of the day was the beautiful Firestone Baars Chapel where guests sat in the round and listened to poets and scientists, historians and travel writers.

In between events visitors strolled unhurriedly around the beautiful campus discussing what they’d heard. As festival director I spent most of the day hurrying between venues, introducing writers and giving interviews, so I was unable to sit down long enough to enjoy any presentation for very long. But, I soon learned to take vicarious pleasure in the delight of others. People were keen to tell me of the marvels they had witnessed – poet Patrick Rosal bringing down the house with his electric performance, Bob Shacochis’s hysterical frankness, the excellent advice delivered by our panel of publishing industry professionals to aspiring writers.

Throughout it all our team of heroic volunteers kept things running smoothly with poise and finesse. When the crowds grew too big, they procured extra chairs seemingly from nowhere. Nearly 4,000 visitors were made to feel right at home.

Alex George

My favorite memories of the day, though, were some of the quieter moments that took place far from the spotlight: chatting with a couple who were reading their newly purchased (and signed!) books in the sunshine between events; meeting people who had driven from Dallas, Texas, especially for the festival; and seeing the looks of delight on the faces of the children as Bobby Norfolk performed his stories. Best of all I loved watching friendships form between authors, volunteers, and visitors. We were all there for the same reason – for our love of books. I can’t think of a better kind of glue to bring people together.

My thanks to all the authors, donors, sponsors and volunteers for having faith in this project and helping us bring it into the world.

But, as the saying goes, there’s no rest of the wicked. We’ve already begun making plans for next year. Mark your calendars for April 21 and 22, 2017. I’m looking forward to chapter two.

Book Club

Alex was born in England but has lived in Columbia for the past 12 years. His most recent novel, “A Good American,” was a national and international bestseller, and his new book, "Setting Free the Kites,” will be published by Penguin in January 2017. In addition to writing, Alex also runs his own law firm and is the founder and creative director of the Unbound Book Festival.

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THE PERFECT PAIRINGS

by AU S T I N G AC I C H

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n the heat of summer, it is great to get out from behind the stove and out to the grill. Don’t forget to bring wine as you move outside. Let’s talk about some of our favorite summer foods and how to pair wines to them. Now, it is traditional to pair foods from a region with wines from the same area, but let’s look a bit simpler. We want to either pair opposing flavors to contrast flavors or pair similar flavors to draw attention to them.

For a classic summer meal of grilled chicken, potato salad, and asparagus, there are many great pairings. With this meal a classic choice would be a chardonnay (or locally, a Chardonel) with enough smoky oak to balance the char on the meat and some buttery notes to tie in to our sides. To go the other direction, a fruit driven, slightly sweet wine, such as a riesling (or locally, a Vignoles), would provide contrast to showcase the smoky, spicy flavors that make barbecue great.

If that last meal sounded a little light, next let us consider some heavier fare. Brisket with baked beans and corn is certainly a common sight here in the Midwest. With this meal we have big, bold flavors to work with; it can be meaty, smoky, spicy and sweet all at the same time. Since the flavor profile is so big and spicy, a big spicy wine, such as an Australian Shiraz (or Missouri Norton), is a great choice to stand up to the big flavors presented in this meal.

A U S T I N GAC I C H My name is Austin Gacich, and I am the manager of the tasting room at Les Bourgeois Vineyards. My love of delicious things leads me to try new things in my kitchen and in my glass.

Normally, you can find me behind the bar in our tasting room, but I spend my days off hiking with my wife and dog.

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Now, some folks save sweeter wines for dessert, but with a rich, fatty brisket some sweetness can help smooth over some spice and balance with the richness of the meat.

I suggest grabbing a glass of a sweet red next time you have barbecue brisket to try something a little different.

Peach cobbler is certainly a common summer dessert and a delicious one at that.

Try pairing this summer delicacy with moscato to draw peachy flavors in the glass.

Alternately, try a dry sparkling wine, such as Champagne, to offset the sweetness and add acidity and freshness to the palate.

Remember, wine pairing should be fun, so try something new this summer!

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SUMMER BEER COCKTAILS

by J O N AT H A N S T E F F E N S

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ou don’t need to be Tom Cruise from “Cocktail” to mix yourself a new summer favorite for your next patio party or neighborhood barbecue.

We’ve done the research (exhaustive, really!) and come up with some great summer cocktails with all of the flare and little fuss that’ll keep you cool all season long.

Best of all, we’ve added a special ingredient you might otherwise overlook – beer.

That’s right, everyone’s favorite cold one makes a potent mixer that is full of flavor and provides a unique twist on some classic favorites. Let’s look at a few to make you the hero at your next shindig. Each recipe is simple to make and portions can be served via a pitcher.

To beat the heat of the Outback, the Aussies pioneered the now famous “Shandy,” a refreshing summer hit that we’ve given a local twist to: STANDAR D SHANDY 24 ounces American Wheat (try Boulevard) 24 ounces fresh, pulp-free lemonade Garnish with lemon wedge.

SHI PHEAD SHANDY 24 ounces Logboat Shiphead 24 ounces fresh, pulp-free lemonade 2 ounces gin Garnish with grapefruit or mint for a tropical or gin and tonic flare.

Spice up your after party with a Mango Sunrise, a fruity yet commanding cocktail with a bite.

M ANGO SU NR I SE 4 ounces tequila (We recommend New Holland Hopquilla.)

24 ounces Mango Magnfico by Founders Brewing Finish with pulp-free orange juice, stir gently and add a splash of grenadine.

Try this full-flavored delight, which infuses heavy grapefruit wheat, pineapple and a Dogmaster kick that is sure to please.

PEEL OU T PU NCH 24 ounces of 3 Citrus Peel Out by Southern Tier 24 ounces pineapple juice 6 ounces Dogmaster White Rum Mix all ingredients in pitcher, and serve over ice.

Optional: Use a splash grenadine for additional color and flavor.

J O N AT H A N S T E F F E N S

Jonathan is a beer evangelist, entrepreneur, and devoted husband.

Jonathan spends his days as IT guru for State of Missouri, co-owner of Craft Beer Cellar and aspiring photographer.

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MORGAN CRANFORD SLEEPING IN TEEPEES, WAKE BOARDING AND CANOEING. IT ALL HAPPENS AT KANAKUK.

by M A R I LY N H A I G H | photos provided by M O R G A N C R A N F O R D

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ome campers at Kamp Kanakuk, a Christian summer camp in Branson, Missouri, grow up dreaming of marrying a fellow camper. “We call them Kanacrushes,” Morgan Cranford says. “It’s a thing that everybody that goes there knows about.”

Morgan has spent every summer since she was 11 years old at Kanakuk.

Her parents met at camp and worked there for a few summers before getting engaged. Kanakuk is such a big part of her family history that Morgan never doubted going there. “(My sister) always got really homesick, and I never did. The minute I walk back into camp, it feels like home and it always has. It’s just a fun place to be. I’ve always loved camp.”

With all that history, it makes sense that this year, Morgan is going back to camp with a Kanacrush of her own — her fiancé, Michael. They met two summers ago at camp but connected in Columbia when they got involved in the same ministry.

Morgan and Michael have already set a date for their wedding and about half the guests are from Kanakuk. Morgan is even inviting three of the 12-year-old campers she met last summer as a counselor.

Morgan’s favorite part of camp is developing relationships with campers. When she was a camper, she was afraid of heights and was terrified to do the high ropes course. She says she loves cheering on campers when they think they can’t finish the course.

Morgan says being a counselor at Kanakuk is a big responsibility. Not only is she accountable for their health and happiness, she also plays a role in their spirituality.

Kanakuk gives kids the chance to understand their faith outside of their family and church environments.

“They want answers, and I want to give them answers,” she says. “I don’t want to be just another voice that says, ‘Don’t do this because it’s bad.’ I want them to understand the “why” behind the “what” that we tell them.”

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A T Y P I C A L D AY AT K A M P 6 a.m. – Wake up call for Morgan! The counselors get up before campers to have some time to themselves and prepare for the day. This is when counselors can go on camp dates, or “walks,” as they’re known at Kanakuk. On an ideal day, Morgan would take a walk with Michael around the beautiful Table Rock Lake.

7:15 a.m.- Morgan and her co-

counselor wake the campers up.

The campers have to clean the teepee they live in before they can go to breakfast. There are 10 to 14 campers per teepee.

8 a.m. - It’s breakfast time! After saying the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag, campers eat up.

Today it might be pancakes, eggs or biscuits and gravy.

9 a.m. - Activities start at full pace. There are three classes between breakfast and lunch that each last one hour. Classes include everything from soccer and wakeboarding to canoeing and crafts. “For them to get the whole experience at camp, we go 100 miles an hour,” Morgan says.

Noon - Lunchtime is when

Morgan says everyone is always the hungriest. Even though the kids are ravenous after a highactivity morning, Kamp Kanakuk tries to teach good table manners.

1 p.m. - It’s time for F.O.B., or Flat on Back. All campers return to their teepees to nap, play cards and relax.

2 p.m. - The hour-long classes

start again. Some classes, such as sailing and the high ropes course, take the whole three-hour period.

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5 p.m. - Time to hit the showers.

The kids rinse off the day’s sunscreen, sweat and sand before heading to dinner and evening activities.

6 p.m. – “Camp favorites at

dinnertime are burgers during a picnic and homemade pizza in every flavor combination you can imagine,” Morgan says.

Every night after dinner since the camp opened in 1926, the flag is lowered while campers sing “God Bless America.”

7 p.m. - Now the party starts!

Each week there are camp classics, such as a talent show and hoedown. The programs team, a group of counselors who plan the events, always think of something fun and creative.

Last year during one party called “The Arctic Tundra Conundra,” they filled a basketball court with foam from a bubble machine and had a dance party.

11 p.m. - The campers go

back to their teepees and do a devotion. After devotions campers get in their bunks and have T.A.P.S, or Totally, Absolutely, Positively Silent time.

After a long day both Morgan and her campers fall asleep quickly.

“It’s just healthy for kids to go somewhere and stay up a little bit past their bedtime and wake up a little bit earlier,” Morgan says. “They always go home so exhausted.”

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more time to clean and then your husband and children will love you more.”

What the heck, tapes? How did I just go from being frustrated that I can’t get a handle on the laundry to feeling guilty because I’m not a good wife and mother? It’s like the dirty clothes, dishes and strewn toys have actually taken root in my brain and become my own personal “laundry.” Each item out of place is like a box I didn’t check off of my to-do list, and that list determines my success. My own version of success has somehow been transferred to my family, even though they didn’t define it and in some cases, just don’t care.

A few months ago my husband and I had a heart to heart. Somehow, I have no idea how, when he has the girls for mom-goes-to-yoga night, he manages to feed them, change them into their jammies and not destroy the kitchen and house in the process. When he gets home on any other day of the week, I’m in the yard, hunting down a dog that I let out and forgot to let back in, toting a child while watching another on her bike, all while leaving dinner (if I’ve even thought that far) half prepared sitting out on the kitchen counter. My husband wants to know how my mere presence in the home appears to evoke chaos while he seems to keep it manageable.

Well, to start, my husband is an orderly type of guy. Not to say he’s not spur of the moment, but he likes things to go as planned. I just go with the flow, literally going where the moment takes me.

As I’m prepping for dinner, the dog bumps up against my leg, so I let her out. Then the baby says she wants to help cook, so I let her transfer the veggies I’m cutting up for dinner into a bowl. Meanwhile, my older daughter says she wants to ride her bike. That’s when the moment of truth arrives: do I keep prepping dinner, or do I go play with my daughter? I have a choice: check off a box or go with the flow. Which will give me greater pleasure? Will it be the smile on my daughter’s face while I play with her in the yard or serving a home cooked meal? Sounds like chicken nuggets for dinner again.

When I have to decide between making memories with my kids or cleaning the kitchen, I pick making memories almost every time.

Then the guilt follows because the box didn’t get checked off, and I have to remind myself I checked off boxes all day for others and this moment, this check box is for me. My version of a good mother is not someone with a perfect house. That’s someone else’s version. I make my own check Monica is the founder and Chief Creative Officer of MayeCreate Design. boxes. And I don’t have a version of a perfect mother. I can’t She spends her days brokering a marriage of form and function and creating art with her team to grow businesses through websites and define it; I just know when I think about what I want to be as online marketing. By night she's a story reading, singing, dancing, a mom, I see smiling faces. So that’s where you’ll find me ­— microwaving mom of two. She and her husband Mike have two standing at the base of Mount Laundry More riding bikes with daughters, Ellis and Aveleen, and two dogs, Maybe and Roxie. Monica kids, wrangling runaway dogs and laughing despite the mess. considers herself an artist, yogi and web dork with the ability to speak

have never liked laundry. You may judge me (and I’m not too proud to admit this), but in an effort to avoid doing laundry, I wear items two or three times before washing them. That is as long as they don’t smell or I didn’t spill food or kid yuck on them.

In college I used to take all my dirty clothes to the laundry mat once a month, load the washers, drink a beer and read a book until I needed to switch them to the dryer. I would then return home to happily (due to all the beer) hang the clean clothes and remake the bed. It was a cleansing ritual. Ah, the good old days…

Now two children later, we literally have a mountain of laundry. Actually, three mountains that seem to behave more like volcanoes. It never seems to stop. And it’s not like laundry is my job; it’s a team sport in the Pitts household.

Even our houseguests get pulled in to pinch-hit folding and sorting.

Mount Laundry More might just seem like clothes to be washed, but to a successdriven mother, the peaks represent a far bigger challenge. It’s not just the piling up of onesies in the girls’ closet, it’s the inability to actually accomplish a simple task in a timely manner.

It’s the inability to check off the to-do box that’s nagging me throughout the day and assaulting me as I walk back in the house after work. The to-dos are never ending and start to weigh, literally, on my physical well-being. I hear tapes saying, “I’m not a good mom if my house is dirty,” and while I’m picking up, “If you would stop working so much, you’d have MONICA PITTS

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entertaining

OUTD�R� C R E AT I N G T H E P E R F E C T S PA C E F O R S U M M E R L I V I N G by

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G OURM ET

Creating the perfect space to entertain outdoors might be easier than you think. Your outdoor patio might not look exactly like the Grathwohl’s patio, but there are only a few key ingredients to a perfect entertaining space: food, friends, a place to sit and more food. To make sure your guests leave with full hearts and bellies, we rounded up some goodies from Hoss’s Market, Masterful Treats, Edible Arrangements and Peggy Jean’s Pies. Flip through the next few pages to get some inspiration for your next outdoor get-together.

O N A W I N DY M O R N I N G I N M AY we he a d e d o u t to t h e Co p p e r s to ne ne i g h b o rh o o d i n s o u thwe s t Co l u m b ia to t h e G rathwo hl ’s ho m e . As we wa l ke d al o ng the no r th s id e of t h e h o m e , we we re s t u n n e d by t h e archi te c tu re a nd d et a il t h is h o m e h a d . As we ro u nd ed t h e b a ck of th e ho us e to the p at io, it wa s cl e a r th at thi s fa m i l y l ove s to ente rt a in and s p e nd ti m e o u td o o rs . Th e ir bac kya rd i s p e r fe ct fo r t h eir g irl s to r un a nd p l ay w h il e t h e cove re d pati o i s i d e a l fo r entert a in in g fri e nd s , c atc hi ng a m ov ie o u t s id e on the b i g s c re e n o r t h rowin g som e b a r b e c u e o n t h e g ril l .

Erd o s at Ho m e d i d t h e o u td o o r furni ture a nd a cce s s o ries , a n d it wa s c l e a r they ha d ente rt a in in g in mind ! The l a rge g rey co u ch w it h col o r f u l throw p i ll ows in f ro nt of th e f i re p l a ce wo ul d b e a perfe ct pla ce to s i t o n a co o l even in g o r catc h a b a s e b a l l g a m e o n T V. Th e go rge o us a rc hi te ct u re we n ot iced as we p ul l e d up to t h e h o m e conti nue d to the p at io wit h a tal l , va u l te d ce i l i n g a n d b ea u t if u l bea m s . Eve r y thi n g f ro m t h e g ro u n d up wa s d o ne i n p erfe ct d et a il f ro m th e s to ne of the f ire p l a ce to t h e lan d s c a p i ng . Tha n k yo u , G rat hwo h l fam i l y, fo r l e tti ng u s p h oto g ra ph yo ur b e a u ti f ul s p a ce !

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�HANK YOU A The Grathwohl Family Hoss’s Market Peggy Jean’s Pies Heather Masters, owner, Masterful Treats Erdos at Home Edible Arrangements Keith Borgmeyer Photography

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THE DISH

FEISTY FIESTA FISH TACOS W I T H G R A P E F R U I T, AV O C A D O A N D C A B B A G E S L AW

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his healthy twist on fish tacos saves both time and calories by skipping the deep frying. A refreshing combination of grapefruit and cilantro makes this slaw bright and tangy. Avocados give these tacos a touch of creaminess.

RECIPE NOTES: Prep Time: About 30 minutes Makes 4 servings Dairy free Nut free INGREDIENTS: 24 ounces tilapia 12 tortillas 2 grapefruits 8 ounces shredded red cabbage 2 avocados 2 shallots 2 teaspoons cumin ½ ounce cilantro 2 tablespoons olive oil

DIRECTIONS: • Prep the ingredients by washing and drying all produce. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Halve, peel and thinly slice the shallot. Pick the leaves from the cilantro, and then roughly chop the stems keeping both separate.

• Segment the grapefruit using a small paring knife. Remove and discard the grapefruit peel and pit by carefully cutting around the flesh. Working over a large bowl, carefully slice between the membranes to release the grapefruit segments. Squeeze the inner core of the fruit to collect any remaining juice. Set the segments aside leaving the juice in the bowl.

• Make the cabbage slaw by tossing the cabbage into the bowl along with the cilantro stems, shallot and half the grapefruit. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.

• Wrap the tortillas in foil, and place them in the oven to warm. Halve, pit and peel the avocado and thinly slice. Toss half of the avocado slices into the cabbage slaw.

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• Heat a large drizzle of oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Pat the tilapia dry with a paper towel. Slice it into 1-inch wide sticks.

Season liberally with salt, pepper and cumin.

Add the tilapia to the pan, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and opaque in the center.

• Place a piece of tilapia and some cabbage slaw in each tortilla. Top with a piece of avocado, a grapefruit segment and some cilantro leaves.

Serve the extra cabbage slaw on the side.

Recipe from Hello Fresh

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SUMMER STYLE

DOWNTOWN TOP DOWN UPTOWN ROCHEPORT ON A

KIND OF A DAY WITH SOME

FASHION

Comfort and style with major cool factor. This section is full of inspiration for your summer wardrobe.

And perhaps even your next road trip.

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CH R I S T INA & C H A R L I E M AUR I Z I C H R I STI NA ST YL E D BY M AV I N Romper, $54 Necklace, $26 Earrings, $16 Sun hat, $24

C H AR L I E ST YL E D BY L A D I DA CHILDREN’S BOUTIQUE Persnickety, various prices, Luca shoes, $60

MUCH LIKE THE LEGENDARY BEATLES SONG SAYS, “It’s been a long, cold lonely winter,” we were more than ready to show off these summer looks. We rounded up a few Columbians to model clothes from Binghams, La Di Da Children's Boutique, Girl Boutique, Mavin and White House Black Market.

Comfortable, stylish and cool were the looks we were going for. We all know mid-Missouri summer temperatures can change in an instant, so Michael Urban sported a great coat from Binghams over his shirt.

Christina Maurizi had on a cute romper but threw on a blazer for those cooler temps early in the morning or late for a night on the town. And why the convertibles you ask? Well, why not? Who wouldn’t want to drive a convertible on a perfect summer day? Just like another lyric, “The smiles returning to the faces, little darling…,” we think the smile on Elise Urban’s face is contagious.

MI CH A E L ,K A R L I & E L I S E UR BA N M I C HAE L ST YL E D B Y BING HAM S Stone Rose striped shirt, $165 Robert Graham pants, $188

K AR L I ST YL E D B Y GIR L B O U TI Q U E Lovestitch denim dress, $91 Lizou necklace, $75 Lizou bracelet, $49 Lizou earrings, $56

EL I SE ST YL E D B Y L A D I DA CHI LD R E N ’S B OU TI Q U E Living Water Party Dress, Giggle Man, $76 COMO L I V I N G

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M I C HAE L ST YL E D B Y B I NG H A M S Tallia sport coat, $295 Bugatchi classic fit multi-colored shirt, $149 Robert Graham pants, $188

K AR L I ST YL E D B Y G I RL B O U T I Q U E Umgee Grapefruit dress, $92 Lizou necklace, $75 Lizou bracelet, $49 Lizou earrings, $56

EL I SE ST YL E D B Y L A D I DA CHI LD R E N ’S B O U T I Q U E Mud Pie, Minis Seersucker Dress, $32 COMO L I V I N G

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SH A RON V I L E S ST YL E D B Y WH I T E H O US E BL AC K M AR K ET Stripe embellished top, $110 Slim ankle pants in cinnamon, $78 Drape lapel jacket, $150 Cutout clutch in cinnamon, $98 Suede chunky heels, $125

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THANK YOU Binghams Blanc Studio BMW of Columbia Bob McCosh Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, Cadillac City of Rocheport La Di Da Children’s Boutique

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size Wheth er you h ave a s quare , o v a l, ro und or h e art- s h ap e d fa ce, th er e i s a p e rf e ct p ai r o f su n g las s es w ai ti ng f or yo u . It’ s i mp ortant to p i c k th e right s i z e f or your f ac e .

Ma k in g sure th at th e f rame is large e noug h to bloc k out th e U V rays f rom h i t ti ng yo u r eyes. Th os e e ye - burni ng ra ys ca u se you to s qui nt, which in th e long run c an ca u se wri nkles around your eyes. N ot only th at, but th e right s i z e f rame c an h elp k eep dust, s and and a llergen s out of your e yes .

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style Th ere are hu n d red s, if n ot th o u sa n d s, o f su n g la sses styles .

So , where d o yo u start when lo o k in g for the perfect pa ir?

K n o win g th e size yo u 'll n eed is a great pla ce to b egin . Su re, yo u wa nt to lo o k co o l, b u t yo u a lso wa nt to ma k e su re yo u r su n g la sses are co mforta b le.

Fro m wa yfarer to recta n gle, yo u 're su re to fin d so meth in g th at's perfect for yo u .

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The parking lot of Rock Bridge High School was filled to capacity on April 15, as students, faculty and members of the press rushed into the building. Two black SUVs were parked in front of the school, and one of their occupants was the center of all this attention.

A group of high schoolers stood outside the front doors chatting with a uniformed state trooper and flipping through their phones.

Inside, groups of girls stood clustered around the lockerlined hallways giggling, Tweeting and taking repeated selfies until they snapped a perfect portrait.

The governor was visiting Rock Bridge, and it was 10 minutes until his assembly in the school auditorium began.

Students at Rock Bridge and other schools in the Columbia Public Schools District have become accustomed to a certain level of access to digital technologies. In the past, the schools tried to limit the amount of cell phone usage for their students, but the exponential rise and necessity of digital access has made that a hard fight to win.

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Digital Technologies in the School “That is a battle we just don’t fight,” says Betsy Jones, the director of guidance at Rock Bridge High School and secondary counseling coordinator for the district. “We don’t really get involved with all of that stuff unless it causes a disturbance at the school.”

One such disturbance happened at Rock Bridge in the fall of 2014 when someone used the anonymous messaging app Yik Yak to post a gun violence-related threat to the area near the high school, which caused Rock Bridge to go on lockdown and law enforcement to get involved.

Although social media and technologies, such as internet-capable cell phones, tablets and digital watches, can offer middle and high school students exciting new ways to learn and engage with one another, they can also open up new opportunities for harm.

At the beginning of the 2013-2014 school year using Battle High School as a pilot program, Columbia Public Schools announced the introduction of the 1:1 Initiative. The program put personal iPads into the hands of every student to be used as learning tools. The plan was to have the mobile devices take the place of printed textbooks, allow students access to online research tools and work as learning supplements for interactive class lessons. According to the school district’s website, over the past three years the 1:1 Initiative has grown to include advanced placement students at Hickman and Rock Bridge High Schools, students of Oakland and West Middle Schools and all fulltime fifth and sixth grade students.

“I think the Initiative was a pipe dream for a long time, and we were excited about implementing it, but we didn’t realize some of the other things it would bring in,” says Sara Tyler, outreach counselor at Oakland Middle School. “While the students have access to all of these fantastic resources, they also gain access to resources we don’t want them to have.”

Most of those resources revolve around social media websites and apps that can open elementary, middle and high school-aged minors to threats, such as cyberbullying, online harassment, sexual predation and inappropriate sexual encounters. Sara says even though the

school system tries to educate students and their parents on proper online conduct and healthy interactions with classmates, problems still arise.

At the beginning of every school year, parents of students receiving school-distributed iPads must attend an educational seminar on 1:1 technology and digital citizenship. They’re taught that open communication and taking an active role in their children’s online lives is a good thing. Michelle Baumstark, the community relations director for Columbia Public Schools, says that even with these efforts, many parents are still unaware of the risks their children are being subjected to online.

“Helping parents understand that it’s OK to take their kid’s device away is very important,” Michelle says. “Just because [the school] has issued this device doesn’t mean the student has to have it with them 24 hours a day. It’s okay to step in if the device isn’t being used appropriately, or if it’s not working well with you at home, or if you want to add additional restrictions to it – you can do that.”

Apps to Look Out For Even though the school’s filtering system has blocked most major social media applications (Facebook, Snapchat, Kik Messenger, etc.) from their internal internet, students are incredibly resourceful at finding innovative new ways to chat on school time. They also often bring social media issues onto school campuses when digital confrontations manifest themselves in person.

“This is much more of a middle school issue,” Betsy says. “By high school, the students are starting to get more comfortable with themselves and more mature and they begin to realize that they don’t have to be involved in some of these interactions.”

Demographically speaking, sixth and seventh grade students are the main perpetrators and victims of cyberbullying, sexting, and various other forms of online harassment and harmful behavior.

“It’s predominately girls that I deal with, too,” Sara says, “especially as far as issues with social media go…They’re far more willing to talk like that when they’re not face-to-face. The things they say on social media are things they wouldn’t say if that person was standing right there in front of them.”

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Public School System has identified as being potentially serious threats to its students.

Following is a descriptive list of some of the apps that have been blocked from Columbia schools’ internet, as well as some of the threats associated with them. Although obvious chatting and messaging services, such as Facebook, Snapchat and Twitter, are well-known to most parents, this list illuminates some of the lesser-known services:

Kik Messenger Kik is an anonymous messaging service that allows a user to connect with other app members to send and receive messages, photos, videos and other content to one another. The dangerous elements of the app come with its registration requirements – of which there are very few. Users can create a new anonymous profile without giving any identifying contact or personal information.

Although this preserves a user’s anonymity, it also makes a real identity easy to hide. A user only has to select an age older than 12, create a username and upload a profile picture if they wish. This means that anyone could sign into the service as a 13-year-old boy or girl and target other minor users in harmful or sexually explicit manners.

The anonymity of the service also makes it easy for users to hide communications they might not want a parent or guardian to see.

Photo Vaults This type of app allows users to hide pictures, videos, contact information, call logs, messages and other applications behind a password or PIN combination. “I think this is the one people don’t know about the most,” Betsy says. “That’s where kids are hiding photos, so if any of a child’s apps look like they have a lock on them or anything with a vault, that would make me wonder why my kid is having to hide pictures from me.”

Vault apps, such as Private Photo Vault, Gallery Lock Lite and Keepsafe, are just some of the countless free app options available for download on Google Play and the Apple Store.

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browsing your child’s devices to see if they have restricted your access to any files or apps.

Tinder/Blendr Mobile dating apps have become the new form of speed dating for the millennial generation. Programs, such as Tinder and Blendr, allow users to create a profile, add a picture and write a short biography section about themselves. Then they can search for other users in their geographic area.

Again, one of the problems with services like these stems from the anonymity of the app, which allows potentially dangerous users to create fake profiles and misrepresent themselves online. The other risky aspect of these apps arises from the GPS tracking capabilities the service employs in order to match its users to other people in their area, which could be used to target someone’s location.

“I’d be concerned if there were any dating apps on my teenager’s phone,” Betsy says. GPS tracking issues aside, some parents might believe their child is just too young to use something such as Tinder or Blendr.

Yik Yak Yik Yak is yet another anonymous messaging service that allows its users to create text posts, which are up- and down-voted by other users within a 1.5-mile radius. Sort of

like an anonymous Twitter, “yakkers” can use the service to leave short reviews of restaurants or movies, post updates about events in the local area or leave anonymous messages near schools – like what happened at Rock Bridge nearly two years ago. The perceived anonymity of the service could lead some teens to feel more comfortable with posting harmful or harassing messages that would then be seen by a large number of people in a certain area. Although Yik Yak can be a fun and entertaining service for its users, it is also something to watch out for when online confrontations are concerned.

Anonymous Confession Sites Anonymous question and answer sites, such as Ask.fm and Whisper, are hugely popular with the gossip-prone, middle-school user base. These apps allow people to answer questions and post rumors about individuals without being identified. On its face it’s pretty clear how these apps might be used inappropriately by middle-school-aged teenagers.

“We’ve had kids go on [Ask.fm] and say, ‘Rate these 10 girls on a scale of one to 10,’” Betsy says. “I mean, imagine being that girl who gets rate a zero, then you have to show up to school the next day with her self-confidence destroyed.”

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similarity to chatting sites in terms of looks when teens are actually using them to accuse or confess horrifying things about one another. According to Betsy, nine documented cases of suicide around the country have been linked to incidents on Ask.fm, and the school has circulated articles about its dangers to parents in the district.

Talking It Through In the end, the most effective way to handle teen social media usage is to establish a line of communication between the parent, the child, and the school, Michelle says. “If you wouldn’t share it with your grandma, you probably shouldn’t put it up online. It’s a challenge because students have access to these things sometimes before they’re really ready, but we also need to be giving them the tools they need to be successful with technology.”

Never before in all of history has a tool been so pervasive and constant than today’s cell phones, computers and tablets. There is no other device that humans carry around and constantly utilize – even sleep with – like the cell phone. Having the ability to hold the entire encyclopedia of human knowledge in a pants pocket has changed the foundation of learning and personal interaction. However, it’s important to remember that there are additional safety precautions that come along with that responsibility, especially when youth are involved.

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OUTDOOR LIVING AND ENTERTAINMENT

BY CALE KLIETHERMES Find more at: www.kliethermes.com

It’s that wonderful time of the year again filled with outdoor events and parties on the patio. As a homeowner, having an outdoor retreat brings value and comfort to your home. According to the “What Buyers Really Want” survey from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), more than 80 percent of homebuyers said patios and front porches are “essential” or “desirable.”

2. MAKE IT COZY

Don’t you agree? Although today’s obsession with technology can often keep us cooped up indoors, there’s nothing like a cozy deck or patio to enhance our outdoor living experience and help us create lasting memories this summer.

If you’re looking to improve your outdoor living space and take advantage of what your home has to offer, here are five tips to make your home the place to be this summer:

3. MOVE THE ENTERTAINMENT OUTDOORS

1. LIGHT IT UP Exterior lighting is an integral part of outdoor patio design. It not only ensures safety along walkways and provides comfort as the sun goes down, but it also dresses up your home’s marketability and appeal. Personalize your lighting space by using step lights in the composite deck, adding hanging pendants or really impress the neighbors by hanging an outdoor chandelier.

Your outdoor space can be as relaxing and comfortable as your living room. Today’s outdoor cushions can survive the spring downpours and bounce back when they dry. Cozy and comfortable is easy and affordable to achieve by adding some decorative throw pillows or even a few outdoor rugs to make it comfy on those barefoot, summertime feet.

With summer comes fall, so why not add a fire element to make it extra cozy? An outdoor fire pit or fireplace can be just the right touch on those chilly nights.

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What’s better than watching the game with an ice cold brew? Watching it outside in the beautiful weather on your patio, of course! Boot up your outdoor space, so you can keep entertaining yourself and others while taking full advantage of your living space. Wireless speakers make it easy to move the tunes outdoors, and an all-weather, outdoor TV will keep you outside all season long.

4. KEEP IT COOL The Missouri sun can be treacherous, but don’t let it keep you locked up in the AC all summer. If you have a structure overhead your outdoor living space, consider adding a ceiling fan to help drop the temperature. Add a screen around your living space or hang outdoor curtains to block the heat and sun. Planting trees and bushes along the edges of your space can also help block some of those strong rays (and it’s great for the environment too).

5. WORK WITH THE ARCHITECTURE Not sure where to start with your outdoor living area? Kliethermes Homes & Remodeling can help. We can use materials to gradually transition and reinforce a connection between your home and patio. Whether that is creating a screened-in porch off the deck or by softening the edges to establish gentle borders around the patio, we can help make your outdoor living area a cohesive and integral part of your home.

CALE KLIETHERMES I was born and raised in Columbia. In 1996 I moved to Colorado, where I ultimately (after playing for several years) earned a double major in business administration and finance through Regis University.

After college, I enlisted in the Marine Corps and served four years, doing three consecutive tours to Iraq. In the Marine Corps I specialized in building and explosives. I got out of the Corps in 2009. Four years ago, I moved back to Columbia to work with my father, Dan, and our business, Kliethermes Homes & Remodeling.

Want your outdoor living area to be the go-to place for fun and relaxation this summer? Contact us to schedule your home remodeling project. Our skills and experience allow us to tackle everything from outdated kitchens and bathrooms to custom decking and porches. Your dream home is our command, and we’ll assist you every step of the way. Whether your need is for a residential or commercial outdoor paradise, we’ve got you covered.

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DEALS BEHIND THE DOLLARS OF HOME CONSTRUCTION SPECIFICATIONS IN THE BUILDING PROCESS YOU NEED TO BE AWARE OF TO FINANCE A NEW HOME

BY LEIGHANNE LAMB Find more at: www.landmarkbank.com

No matter what your situation is, real estate loans are available. Make sure to talk to a qualified lender to see what fit is best for you.

STARTING FROM THE GROUND UP Construction loans: If you’re interested in building a new home, you need to talk to your lender about obtaining a construction loan. What this means is that you will personally carry the construction loan in your name and pay the builder and subcontractors directly.

In addition to all of the typical loan documentation required for real estate financing, be prepared for your lender to request the following information: cost estimates from the builder • complete plans and specifications of the project Your lender will want to see an overview of the entire project to have an idea of what the final home will look like. The lender will require an appraisal completed on the specs and plans to attain a “subject to completion” value of the home.

Construction loans vary from loan product to product; however, as the borrower, you will more than likely be required to put money into the transaction. Sometimes this is achieved through already owning the lot; other times, it is your own cash that you will put into the project throughout construction.

It’s very important to meet with your lender and builder to have a solid understanding of what your and everyone else’s role is during the construction process.

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PARTIALLY CONSTRUCTED Timing of appraisal: There is a high likelihood that you will need an appraisal and a final completion certificate. How this affects you as the buyer is the appraisal cost. Your lender will send the appraiser out within the timeframe written in your purchase contract. If the home is not completed, the appraiser will value the home “subject to completion.” This means that

the value is based on all work being completed to the specs and plans the builder gives the appraiser. Once all the work is finalized, the appraiser will go back out to ensure everything was completed to the anticipated standards, and he or she will issue a completion certificate providing the final values.

This is typically at a small fee to the buyer. Your lender should be able to give you an accurate estimate of this cost at the time of application.

Timing of closing: When you sign the purchase contract with the builder, you will set a closing date. That being said, this date might be a moving target. If the home you are buying is still under construction, a date is set based on when the builder anticipates the construction will be complete, but depending on orders and unpredictable weather, you might have to push the closing to ensure all the work is done prior to closing. For financing, the entire project has to be complete prior to closing. The only exception in most cases is landscaping. There are ways to close on your new home if landscaping is not complete due to weather. Make sure you keep your lender in the loop of any timing issues or questions during the process.

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Home equity line of credit: Don’t forget about the equity in your current home. Most lending institutions will lend you up to 80 or 90 percent of your home’s value on a revolving line of credit. The rates are much more favorable than using a credit card, and many times the interest is a tax deduction. Make sure to confirm that with your tax adviser as cases may vary. There are also other construction loan options that you can take out on your existing home.

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8 WAYS TO MAXIMIZE CLEANING YOUR HOME

BY TIM ZAKREWSKI Find more at: www.tigermaids.net

AT TIGER MAIDS OUR CLEANING PROFESSIONALS ARE SENT THROUGH A THOROUGH TRAINING PROGRAM TO TEACH THEM THE ART OF EFFICIENT AND DETAILED SPEED CLEANING. HERE ARE A FEW TIPS TO HELP YOU GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR CLEANING DAY: DECLUTTER Professional cleaners come to clean counters, furniture, appliances and floors. They can’t do the job if each horizontal surface in the house is covered with papers, toys and dirty dishes.

Take the time to pick up before you start cleaning the surfaces.

DRESS FOR SUCCESS Professional cleaners dress for the job in comfortable, washable clothing designed for the work. They wear supportive shoes and knee pads, masks and gloves to protect against chemicals, and a cleaning apron that keeps tools and supplies at their fingertips. Make sure you dress in clothes you don’t mind getting messy.

finished the entire bathroom before the amateur makes it back up the stairs with the powdered cleanser. Invest in a shower caddy, and fill it with your essentials, so it’s easy to just grab and go and tackle any room.

USE BOTH HANDS

MAKE EVERY MOVE COUNT AND STAY FOCUSED

TIME YOURSELF

Work from top to bottom. Dirt follows the laws of gravity. When you start at the top and work to the bottom, you won’t be constantly re-cleaning surfaces. Clean left to right and back to front.

This way you won’t miss that ceiling fan or picture on the wall.

Put a limit on cleaning tasks. That way you won’t get caught up on one small job and spend too much time there or get sidetracked.

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Your work force is half idle if one hand is doing all the work. Finish one step with one hand, and start the next step with the other. Or, wipe with one hand while the other steadies the object.

THINK TEAMWORK Two people make a bed four times faster than a single cleaner working alone. Watch the pros at work. Working in teams, they make short work of an average home.

BE PREPARED AND ORGANIZED

TIDY UP FOR NEXT TIME

Oops! Forgot the powered cleanser?

Down the stairs you go. Where’s the toilet brush? Run to the laundry room for more cleaning towels. Professional cleaners tote their tools with them.

They keep cleaning products, brushes, rags and everything they will need to finish the job right there with them. The vacuum, a mop and mini vac are staged in the doorway as they work their way out of the room. That’s why the pro has

Professional cleaners wrap up each day before they leave. Tools are returned to storage areas, totes are tidied, spray bottles are refilled and soiled cleaning cloths take a trip through the washer and dryer. Your goal is to be able to hit the ground running next time they visit.

Of course if you don’t have the time or all of this seems like a hassle, you can always call the pros in.

TIM ZAKREWSKI Tiger Maids was founded in 1996 by Robin Zakrewski, who has more than 25 year experience in the residential cleaning industry and currently functions as the office/customer service manager. Her husband, Tim, joined the company full time in 2007. He brings more than 20 years in operations and sales management to the table and currently functions as the general/ sales Manager.

Tiger Maids currently services more than 260 residential homes, and performs hundreds of move-out services each year for their property management and realtor partners. Additionally, they provide post-construction clean-up services for six luxury home builders.

Tim can be reached at tim@tigermaids.net or 573-999-5850.

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BY BRIAN HAZELRIGG Find more at: www.brianhazelrigg.com

Summer has a way of curing cabin fever and beckoning us to the great outdoors. To get there, however, it usually means you must climb into a vehicle and spend a little windshield time traveling down the road. The good news is that most of the time, it’s a comfortable journey, unless you have small children in a bad mood or you get a flat tire or run out of gas.

What happens, though, if you were to get into an accident with another vehicle? Assuming you and your family are not injured and your camping gear is still intact, would you know what to do next? Do you simply exchange insurance cards with the other driver and go on your merry way?

Here are 5 things you should do at the scene: OBTAIN AS MUCH INFORMATION AS YOU CAN FROM THE OTHER DRIVER. Remember, there is no such thing as having too many facts. You should get the name of both the driver and the car’s owner, the license plate number, the name of their car insurance company, insurance policy number, home address, daytime phone number and make, model, and year of their vehicle.

IDENTIFY THE POSITIONS AND DAMAGE OF BOTH VEHICLES. Which direction are both cars facing? Where are they in relation to their lane or the road? How did the accident happen? Where is the damage?

Check underneath for any leaks as your car might look fine but might be drained of oil or antifreeze if driven much farther. Take pictures if you can.

GET A WITNESS. If possible, it’s important to get a third-party, non-interested witness.

This is especially important in parking lot claims. Law enforcement cannot always come to a scene, so don’t depend on a police report.

DO NOT LEAVE THE SCENE. Unless the injured need ambulatory or other immediate care, never leave the scene until all parties have exchanged information.

CALL YOUR INSURANCE AGENT.

SAFETY TIPS

Don’t forget this step. It’s important to discuss the accident with your agent before making a claim. In fact, it’s important to visit with your agent before making your trip. People often forget about other important kinds of coverage, such as rental car reimbursement, which comes in handy if your vehicle is not drivable after an accident.

Summer road trips are supposed to be fun, but while you plan, don’t forget safety is paramount. Getting behind the wheel is a tremendous responsibility.

Each year more than 30,000 people die from car accidents in the United States. We want to see those numbers drastically reduced, so do the simple things, such as making sure everyone in your car is buckled up and everyone who drives keeps his or her phone out of reach.

We have a saying at State Farm, and it’s been catching on. It’s called 2N2: “Always keep two eyes on the road and two hands on the wheel.” When you have a bias toward safety and apply the above five tips, you and your family will be well on your way to enjoying delicious s’mores in the great outdoors.

BRIAN HAZELRIGG Brian Hazelrigg is a husband and father of two daughters and lives in Columbia. For the past 10 years he has been a State Farm Agent. His biggest passion is to help his clients achieve their dreams and recover from the unexpected. He also enjoys playing a supporting role in the Columbia community and its schools.

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TIME WAITS FOR NO MOM

JILL ORR TALKS ABOUT GOING THROUGH "THE MIDDLE"

by J I L L O R R

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’ve been writing the “Mommy Chronicles” column in this magazine for over six years. In that time, I’ve reflected upon everything from tantrums to tournaments, food issues to friendships and milestones to minivans. Because my kids were relatively young when I started writing about them, many of the issues I explored are now nothing but funny memories cleansed of any unpleasantness by the rose gold light of nostalgia. That daughter’s tantrum on a crowded airplane that culminated in a spectacular vomit show? Hilarious!

When my son put his hands on his hips every night for six weeks and said, “No, Mommy, I am not going to brush my teeth. I am never going to brush my teeth!” Charming! The way my husband gets to be the Super Terrific Happy Fun guy, which leaves me the role of Warden McPunish Pants? Okay, that one still stings a bit. But you get the idea. Once you make it through to the other side of something— in this case parenting little kids— perspectives can change.

Change seems to be the only constant in this parenting gig. My children are no longer little. My role in their lives is evolving and in many ways shrinking slowly and inevitably as it should. I’d say that at the moment, I am smack dab in the middle of the parenting life cycle, somewhere between essential and superfluous. My perspective as their mother, therefore, is also shifting. Where I once felt like the relentless pressure of mothering would never end, I now fear the day that it will. It’s a weird place to be and so different from even just a few years ago.

This is all to say that this column will be making a slight change in focus to reflect this new chapter. What has been called the

“Mommy Chronicles” is now going to be called “Mom in the Middle,” a place to examine (and hopefully find the funny in) the issues that face those of us who are trying to find our way through this middle phase of parenting. A phase that in many ways is just like middle school—fraught with anxiety, insecurities and drama. It’s a place where we cling to the past, afraid to let go, even though we know that letting go is the only way to set our kids on the path forward. Here, the stakes are higher, the worries bigger and for better or worse, there is a light at the end of this long, magical, frustrating, all-consuming, joy-andpain-filled tunnel called parenting.

So what is “the middle?”

If having young children is “all joy and no fun” as Jennifer Senior purports in her 2014 book by that title, then having kids in the middle is “all joy and lots of fun punctuated by moments of intense frustration, abject fear and the simultaneous desire to hug and ring your child’s neck. Having children in the middle not only forces us back into the rocky waters of adolescence (which is a bit like revisiting a recurrent nightmare), but it brings us face to face with our own parenting mortality. Just as we’ve gotten used to being parents, the middle comes along to remind us that we don’t get to keep our kids this close forever. This makes us want to soak up every moment of time we have left with them under our roof ­­— until we actually express this emotion to them and they roll their eyes and tell us we are weird.

So I hope you will join me as I write my way through the middle. As always, I welcome any comments, feedback, suggestions or advice, especially from those of you who have been through the middle to the other side. There is nothing that makes you appreciate good advice more than parenting a teenager who soundly rejects all of your good advice. Case in point: my father-in-law has been telling me for 14 years, “Our children aren’t ours to keep. We only get to borrow them for a little while.” Which I used to think was weird. But my perspective has changed and now I think he was right. Imagine that.

JILL ORR Jill is a stay-at-home mom of two (an odd title because she is rarely ever at home). In her pre-Mommy days, she graduated from the University of Missouri with an undergraduate degree in journalism and a master's in social work, with an emphasis on children and family studies. But she wishes she would have gotten a Ph.D. in What's For Dinner and How to Get Bubblegum Out of the Carpet. That would have served her better.

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LIFE COACHING BEYOND ICON

SELFIE TIME

“YOU YOURSELF, AS MUCH AS ANYBODY IN THE ENTIRE UNIVERSE, DESERVE YOUR LOVE AND AFFECTION.” - THE BUDDHA

by C A R O LY N PA R I S

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elf-compassion is giving yourself compassion when you feel unlovable, inadequate or just plain awful. There are times when self-compassion feels miles away, out of sight and certainly out of mind. At these times having self-compassion, self-kindness, care and empathy toward yourself are critical.

Self-compassion happens when we are kind and gentle with ourselves after overextending ourselves, when we haven’t done something perfectly or when we have, perhaps, lashed out in anger. It even happens in moments when we are simply feeling afraid.

How do we begin this practice of loving kindness toward ourselves? The first step is looking inward by being the compassionate observer. What would it look like if you were comforting a dear friend who was struggling?

Can you be that supportive friend to yourself?

Offer yourself words of encouragement. Check in on yourself, and observe the language you use toward yourself. Is that how you would talk with a friend who is suffering? Loving kindness goes a long way in overcoming so many of the struggles we experience in life.

Giving ourselves the gift of self-acceptance and self-forgiveness is powerful medicine.

Dr. Kristian Neff, Ph.D., a leading authority on self-compassion, suggests self-compassion is connected with wisdom, happiness, life satisfaction, well-being and optimism. Imagine, feel and sense what a difference it would make if you were to simply sit with what is right here and right now. Simply accept, forgive and think kindly of yourself.

This is an enchanting time of year when nature is stretching its limbs, and flowers grow strong and beautiful. This can be a time of growth for you as well. It is time to begin a new practice, a practice of being your own supportive friend and a friend who stands with you filled with love, compassion and words of encouragement.

Three Ways to Support Yourself in Self-Compassion: • Be kind and understanding to yourself.

• Use self-talk that is encouraging.

• Eat when you are hungry and sleep when you are tired.

Three Keys to Self-Compassion • Show yourself the same care and compassion you would a friend.

• Be with what is in the present moment (what we resist persists).

• Have awareness that we are all humans, which means we are not perfect.

www.selfcompassion.org “The Proven Power of Being Kind to Your Self: Self-Compassion” by Kristian Neff Ph.D.

C A R O LY N PA R I S Carolyn Paris works with high performers who are "up to something." As an executive consultant and coach, she works with people that are achievers, however: they feel there's something missing. It could be more balance, power or satisfaction they are striving to obtain. Carolyn supports people in the aspects that are missing, so they can be more successful. The remainder of the time you may find Carolyn riding her bike on the trail, scuba diving in beauty oceans or, her favorite, playing with her grandson.

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ANTIQUING IN MID-MO

BECOME AN EXPERT IN FINDING OLD TREASURES

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Antiquing might just take on the title as the newfound hobby of the century. Collectors, both novice and seasoned alike, find that furniture, jewelry, fine china, accessories and so much more are sometimes worth far more than their price tags reflect.

According to Antiques.com, there are nearly 600 antique shops in the state of Missouri with approximately 28 shops housed in or near the city of Columbia given a 25-mile radius. Let’s just say it’s time to let go of the new and discover some of the hidden treasures tucked away in the antique shops and flea markets located near you.

With the innovation of the internet, antique shopping nowadays can be done by the simple click of a mouse. Sites such as Etsy, EBay, Craigslist and Amazon, just to name a few, are prime online sites for finding antiques outside of your region.

However, before you begin be sure to check out a few tips and tricks to help maximize your antique treasure search.

7 Tips on How to Antique Shop Like A Pro 1. Ask questions Antiques are infamous for their devout historical background from its craftsmanship all the way to its past ownership history. Ultimately, before you make your purchase, be sure to get all the information you can about the product. Every piece is sure to have its own unique story adding a special value to the item. Other questions include how to care for the product, specific return policies and more.

2. Inspect for damage Antiques are known for their rustic and vintage look.

However, they are also subject to a little wear and tear. As a result, be sure to inspect every item thoroughly before purchasing. Occasionally, consumers find that restoration can cost more than the item is worth in the long run.

3. Negotiate Most times, as consumers, we think it's impossible or rude to negotiate. However, when it comes to antique shopping, negotiation is key. Since items are one of a kind, there tends to be an unspoken flexibility in the market. And luckily for you, that means the ticket prices are merely a suggestion. If you can, try to negotiate a price that is not only reasonable but is also fair. Compromise, just like negotiation, is key.

4. Research You never know how valuable an item is until you’ve done the work and the research to ensure its true value.

This is where you can compare and contrast item prices, authenticity, history, previous ownership and more. It can be done simply with online research or visiting an appraiser to check for its overall value and condition. Either way, be informed about your purchase. You could possibly be sitting on a fortune for which you only paid $5!

5. Obtain item authentication in writing In layman’s terms, always obtain a receipt. It should include the seller's name, address, phone number, date purchased and if possible, details about the product. Details, such as the items age, origin, and previous repairs or replacements, the price you paid, and how you paid are essential.

6. Freestanding vs. online antique shops Because of the internet, shopping has become extremely convenient and simple. Nonetheless, when shopping for antiques, deciding to browse freestanding shops or markets or click through different shops on the internet depends solely on the consumer.

7. Buying Last but not least, buying. If you love it, buy it. If you can’t live without it, buy it. If you simply like it…leave it. This is a message for any and all shopping. If you have to question it, it’s not for you. If you don’t have a use, place or reason for purchasing a product or item, don’t waste your money.

Antique shopping is truly the perfect treasure hunt.

Discover some of the most rare and unique pieces that have traveled throughout history handpicked just for you.

Believe it or not, you’ll find the return to be priceless.

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What’s Around CoMo VERANDA ANTIQUE MALL 8650-I 70 Dr. S.E. ARTICHOKE ANNIE’S ANTIQUE MALL 1781 Lindberg Dr. THE FINISHING TOUCH 319 Nebraska Ave., Suite C ITCHY’S FLEA MARKET 1907 N. Providence Rd. MIDWAY ANTIQUE MALL 6401 Hwy. 40 W. MCADAMS’ LTD. FINE JEWELRY & GIFTS 1501 Old US Hwy. 63 S. HOUSE OF TREASURES 2800 Paris Rd. HELMI’S GARDENS (GREENHOUSE, VENUE & ANTIQUE EMPORIUM) 7201 S. Nursery Rd. SCHILB ANTIQUARIAN 100 N. Providence Rd. #101 FRENCHIES’ ANTIQUE MALL & CAFÉ 5505 Business 50 W. Jefferson City, Mo.

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soft Summer The colors of this summer are meant to transport us to a warmer, sunnier place. All four of these colors are part of the Pantone 2016 collection that can be used in both your fashion and your home. Tones, such as Rose Quartz, are a gentle pink tone while Limpet Shell is brighter, clear and defined. This color is perfect for accessories, such as wall art or throws. Iced Coffee is a great neutral for summer with an earthy quality that is perfect for a wall color.

Finally, Lilac Grey puts a twist on your basic grey neutral.

Try it in a throw pillow or curtains. Don’t be afraid to mix these colors up with the other shades for the season, such as Peach Echo, Buttercup or Green Flash.

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Beets Believe in

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Three Benefits of Beets

1. High in several vitamins and minerals: Beets are packed with minerals, such as potassium, magnesium, fiber, phosphorus and iron. In addition, they have vitamins A, B and C; beta-cartene; beta-cyanine and folic acid just to name a few. They are especially beneficial to women who are pregnant.

Vitamin B and iron are beneficial to new growth cells and replenishing iron in the woman’s body.

2. Natural cleanser: Beets are a great tonic for the liver and work as a purifier for the blood and can prevent various forms of cancer. Who wouldn’t eat a few beets to prevent cancer?

3. Help your mind: Beets contain betaine, which is a substance used in various treatments for depression. They also contain tryptophan, which relaxes the mind and creates a sense of well-being similar to chocolate.

Roasted Beet, Peach and Goat Cheese Salad From allrecipes.com

I N G R ED IE N TS 2 beets, scrubbed 1 bunch mache (lamb’s lettuce), rinsed and dried 1 bunch arugula, rinsed and dried 2 fresh peaches, peeled, pitted and sliced 2 shallots, chopped ¼ cup pistachio nuts, chopped 1 (4 ounce) package goat cheese, crumbled ¼ cup walnut oil 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar salt and pepper to taste

DI R EC TIO NS 1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Wrap each beet in two layers of aluminum foil, and place onto a baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven until the beets are tender or about 1 hour and 20 minutes. Allow the beets to cool slightly then remove the skins. Let the beets cool to room temperature, or refrigerate until cold. Once cooled, thinly slice the beets.

2. Place the mache and arugula into a large mixing bowl. Add the sliced beets and peaches and sprinkle with shallots, pistachios, and goat cheese.

In a separate bowl, whisk together the walnut oil, balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper until emulsified, and pour over the salad mixture. Toss well and serve.

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An All-Natural Alternative at Harmony Hill

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he benefits of natural beauty products are an increasingly popular topic. The market for healthier, more cost-effective options is ever-expanding and for good reason. All-natural beauty products are made without chemicals or artificial colors and fragrances, which have been known to cause cancer. Cosmetic companies are not fully regulated by the FDA and are consequently able to use small doses of toxic chemicals in their products. Although not damaging in these small doses, prolonged use could cause negative reactions. Unfortunately, commercial cosmetic brands have typically been more easily accessible than all-natural alternatives.

Finding and using all-natural or organic products seems to be the best course of action for health and wellness. One product that is becoming more well-known and available is goat milk. Goat milk is extremely versatile.

Not only is it used to make cheese, yogurt and other food items, it is highly beneficial as a skin-care product.

The Global Healing Center cites many health benefits of goat milk. Compared to cow’s milk, goat milk is known to help with digestion and reduce inflammation. Also, goat milk does not have to be pasteurized in order to be drinkable.

As a skin-care product, there are five main benefits that make goat milk desirable:

1. Goat milk skin products contain vitamins A, B, C and E. Vitamin A contains anti-aging and discoloration reducing properties. Vitamin A has also been known to reverse sun damage and prevent skin cancer, as well as help fight acne.

Vitamin B works to diminish redness and dark spots. Vitamin C firms your skin and reduces wrinkles. Vitamin E is an effective moisturizer and helps to prevent sun damage. For beautiful, healthy skin, goat milk products are a great option.

2. Selenium is a very beneficial mineral that is found in goat milk soaps. Selenium shields skin cells from sun damage and harmful chemicals.

This helps prevent wrinkles, redness and inflammation. This wonder mineral also boosts your body’s infection-fighting abilities. Along with protecting skin cells, such as collagen, it also protects and strengthens your white blood cells.

3. Goat milk contains an alpha hydroxy acid (lactic acid), which is a natural exfoliate. Lactic acid removes dead skin cells, which leaves skin smooth and soft without irritation or damage. In other skin-care products that don’t contain goat milk, alpha hydroxyl acid must be chemically added, but it occurs naturally in goat milk. In addition, goat milk does not contain alcohol or preservatives, which can also cause irritation or damage to sensitive skin, that are commonly found in skin-care products.

4. People who suffer from dry skin will find natural relief with goat milk products. The cream in goat milk has an ideal fat content for a moisturizing effect. Goat milk also has a pH level very close to the level of human skin. This allows your skin to easily soak in the moisture from the soap. Glycerin is also naturally found in goat milk, which is yet another skin-softening agent commonly manufactured in commercial cosmetics.

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5. As made evident in the four previous benefits, goat milk skin-care products do not contain any artificial additives. This is a huge reason for the growing popularity of this product. Soaps and other skin-care products made from goat milk provide many of the benefits of commercial products without the negative effects. With no toxins or preservatives, goat milk will improve the look and feel of your skin without the fear of negative effects in the long term. Many commercial products contain parabens and sulfates. Parabens mimic estrogen, which causes chemical disruptions in your body.

Sulfates strip your skin of their natural oils, which causes dry and irritated skin.

Harmony Hill Goat Farm Fortunately for Mid-Missourians, Harmony Hill Goat Farm has been producing high-quality goat milk soap and moisturizer locally since 2009.

Leah Rennick, along with her husband and two sons, runs a self-sufficient goat farm in Hallsville.

With 40 acres of pasture, Leah and her family raise Kinder Goats, as well as other farm animals, and make products with only the milk from her goats and other natural ingredients, including food-grade oils. As the second generation of the family-ran farm, Leah was given her first goat, Rascal, when she was five years old. Truly a family operation, her brother made the milk stand she still uses today. Leah is certified in the cold process method by the Handcrafted Soap & Cosmetic Guild to make her soap, an all-natural practice that involves lye and molds to make the soap.

Along with the skin-care benefits of Harmony Hill’s products, the entire soap making process is done locally, which profits the economy of mid-Missouri. Leah also sells her products at local stores.

You can find Harmony Hill Goat Farm products on their website, harmonyhillgoatfarm. com, and at the following locations in Columbia: Dermistique Face & Body Salon, Hy-Vee, D&H Drugstores, Lucky’s Market, the Saturday Farmer’s Market and Plume.

Also, check out Harmony Hill’s Facebook page where you can find out about the newest fragrances and keep up with the goats and other animals.

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Summertime Hair

SUNSCR E E N WE ALL KNOW WE SHOULD USE IT, BUT DO WE UNDERSTAND WHY OR WHAT OUR OPTIONS ARE? So, it’s summer now, and we all like to be outdoors as much as possible. But we need to protect our skin. Are you confused about sunscreen protection options? Chemical, nonchemical, SPF levels, water resistant -- it’s a lot to think about. Let us make it simple for you.

1. Sunscreens combine ingredients that help prevent the sun’s two different ultraviolet rays from reaching the skin: UVA and UVB. UVB is the chief culprit behind a sunburn, but UVA rays penetrate the skin more deeply and are associated with wrinkling, leathering, sagging and other effects of aging.

2. SPF, or Sun Protection Factor, is a measure of a sunscreen’s ability to prevent rays from damaging the skin, and most with an SPF of 25 or higher do an excellent job. SPF from 15 to 50 keep out 93-98 percent of the harmful rays and needs to be applied every two hours for continued maximum protection.

3. Many lotions and moisturizers have a sunscreen (usually SPF 15 or greater) already in them, which is fine for everyday activities with a short time in and out of the sun. However, if you spend a lot of time outdoors, you need more protection, such as a water-resistant sunscreen, that will stay with your skin. These are also good because they’re less likely to drip into your eyes when you sweat. However, these sunscreens are stickier, don’t blend well with makeup and still need to be reapplied every two hours.

4. Many of today’s sunscreens combine several active chemical and physical ingredients, but we strongly suggest non-chemical sunscreens. They still provide excellent sun protection without causing sensitivity to the chemical ingredients that can cause redness and even a chemical burn from bad reactions to the chemical.

Here are some quick tips to prevent chlorine from wreaking havoc on your hair: • Wet your hair prior to entering the pool to reduce pool water absorption.

• When you’re done swimming, rinse hair quickly so that pool water doesn’t dry in your hair.

• You can also apply a leave-in conditioner spray before entering the pool. A good option is the Matrix Biolage Daily Leave In Tonic. It will help prevent absorption of pool water and give some sun protection to your hair.

• Use Matrix Alternate Action Shampoo to help remove chlorine from your hair. Pool water is very drying and damaging. That funny green that appears in your hair is from the copper in the chlorine, not from the chlorine itself. It’s very hard to keep hair from absorbing it, so follow these tips and they will help. If the problem still persists, you might need to see a professional for a demineralizing treatment.

Melanoma is now one of the leading causes of cancer, so please don’t go without sun protection! Sunscreen only has a one-year shelf life, so don’t use last year’s products.

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Columbia is so fortunate to have access to some of the nation’s best healthcare professionals and cutting edge technology.

This special section showcases some of the area’s top providers.

Meet your professionals in the fields of: Cardiovascular Medicine Ear, Nose & Throat Neurology Physical Therapy Ophthalmology Radiology Chiropractic Oncology Pediatrics Obstetrics & Gynecology Orthopedics

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COMO Living understands that health remains the No. 1 concern to our readers. We are meeting that concern by introducing you, our reader, to these local experts in their field. Columbia is lucky to have so many health professionals that truly care about our city’s overall health and wellness. Take a few moments to get to know these eleven experts in COMO Living’s Doc Talk.

Summer is nearly here in CoMO and many people are finding their way to our clinic as they dust off their running shoes and bicycles.

Sedentary months lead to tight and under active muscles: this leads to joint dysfunction.

Many only visit a chiropractor when their neck or back bothers them.

However, chiropractors are orthopedic experts in the diagnosis and treatment of neuromusculoskeletal disorders. That means if you have a problem with any joint in your body, chiropractic likely can help.

Let’s consider runner’s knee as runners often suffer from knee pain. We use Selective Functional Movement Assessment to identify the “cause” vs the “source” of pain. This looks at each individual joint and how it functions and then dissects how all of the joints work together. If the ankle or the hip have faulty patterns, the knee is greatly affected. If the knee is treated alone, the patient’s pain and dysfunction will persist overtime. By looking at patterns, identifying causes rather than sources, our outcomes are much better.

Do not ignore pain … it will not get better and will derail many of the goals you set for yourself. Pain is the number one reason people cease activity: don’t become another statistic, be proactive with your health and make sure your joints are moving well and stay preserved for as long as possible.

Dr. Curt Kippenberger, D.C. Founder of Focus on Health

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Have you ever watched a baby breathe? Their bellies go up and down as they use their diaphragm to fill the lungs. While we may think the lungs are doing all the work, it is actually the diaphragm that is the primary breathing muscle.

The diaphragm is a thin wide sheet of muscle that separates the rib cage from the abdomen. It is dome-shaped at rest, but when it contracts, it flattens out significantly. When this happens, the organs below it have to move as well, so they push down and out, which is why good diaphragmatic breathing causes your belly, sides, and back to expand. In conjunction with the pelvic floor, a stable “core” is created. When your diaphragm and pelvic floor are lined up on top of each other correctly, forcing the core to work like it should, you will possess more power, strength and injury resistance.

So many of the clients who walk through The Fitness Company’s doors live in a chronic state of stress causing them to use the muscles of the chest, neck and shoulders to do the work to breathe. Work pressures, home responsibilities, poor nutrition, lack of sleep, and other factors can contribute to forcing the body into improper breathing. Not using the diaphragm correctly in the process is a catalyst to the common problems we see: forward head posture, poor thoracic mobility, neck/shoulder pain, to name a few.

To help fight off stress and aches/pains, we must retrain the body to breathe like it did as a baby.

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The Fitness Company “Make Fit Happen” 124 E. Nifong Ste G. info@fitcomo.com 573-228-6508

What does COMPASSIONATE CARE mean to you?

Your oral health is important to your overall health, so identifying and addressing your concerns or fears is crucial to finding ways to eliminate or reduce them. We have much experience in dealing with dental anxiety, financial concerns, or possible discomfort. Patient education is foundational to guiding treatment and procedures, but we are known for our compassion and patience. We offer an allnatural relaxation therapy called NuCalm, but some patients may require prescribed medications for dental procedures. You can choose from a large selection of movies to watch, or you may bring your own playlist or audio book to help you relax.

Along with dental insurance, there are ways to prioritize dental treatment to make it work for your budget and schedule. We offer flexible and convenient payment plans through Care Credit.

Maintaining regular dental visits can reduce the risk of infection and discomfort, and that contributes to the security of saving time and money, and to improved oral health.

Our top priority is our patients, and we strive to help them feel stress-free and comfortable when visiting our office.

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While Yo u A re A way PICKING THE RIGHT CHOICE FOR YOUR FOUR-LEGGED FRIEND

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o you are going out of town this summer, what are the choices for your four-legged friend’s care? Friends or family often come to mind first, but if that isn’t an option, what then? Essentially, there is pet resorts/ boarding kennels or home pet sitting. What choice is best for you? The big determining factor is your pet. Are they laid back, enjoy the company of people and other dogs, or are they shy and used to being alone? Although only you can determine what’s best for you and your pet, hopefully this information will help with your decision making process.

Pet Resorts: pros • Staff is trained to notice any changes in your pet throughout the day with the specific job of keeping your pet happy and healthy. Happy pets make happy customers, and happy customers come back.

• Accommodations have come a long way from those commonly used cages of the past.

Touring the facility you’re interested in is the only way to determine your pet’s comfort.

• Group play is the newest option and is usually at an additional fee. First make sure your pet is comfortable with the company of others. Groups can be quite large, so ask questions regarding supervision, such as person-to-pet ratio. I like to compare dogs at play to kids at play — ­ someone can

always get hurt, so staff training is key for this activity.

• In Missouri, pet boarding facilities are required to be licensed by the state and adhere to pet well-being and safety known as the Animal Care Facilities Act. Your facility should have a current license.

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There are pet sitters who will stay at your house, but most will be set up on some sort of daily visit schedules. Most charge by the visit but here, just like the resorts, referrals and questions are your friend.

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• With all that excitement and maybe large quantities of dogs, your pet could develop an upset stomach. Changes in routine can be very hard for some dogs, so knowing what your pet is capable of handling is important.

• Just like sending your child to school, there are contagious illnesses that can affect your pet.

Most illnesses, with the help of current vaccine protocols, can be mild. This is a conversation to have with your veterinarian.

• Let’s face it, no matter how fun and comfortable it is, it’s not home.

Josie Mickey If someone had told me that I would grow up to own a small business and groom dogs, I would have thought they were crazy. I mean, who does that for a living? Well, for the past 20 plus years, I have been doing exactly that and have enjoyed (almost) every minute of it. As the owner of The Pet Fair, I love perfecting my craft and building a trust worthy home away from home for our resort guests.

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• Being home is the best.

• Specific routines may be easier to follow by a pet sitter than at a resort.

cons • Being home alone is not always the best depending on your pet’s personality • Getting sick can happen just as quickly at home as it can while boarding, and depending on the sitter’s schedule, might go undetected for a while.

• Pet sitting can be a higher expense.

• You are giving someone complete access to your home.

Consider your current lifestyle, your pet’s lifestyle and what he or she does during the day. Getting them used to either method early in life will serve you well. Once it becomes a part of their life and routine, the change will be less stressful — no matter which service you use, and you’ll have much better trips knowing your pet is safe and happy.

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ENGAGEMENTS

ENGAGEMENTS

by MARY CAITLYN RODRIGUEZ

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ome people wake up in the morning with an alarm clock.

The process usually goes: hit snooze approximately five times before finally being lured out of bed by the sweet aroma of coffee.

Some people… but for Aundrea Bezler that typical morning routine was abruptly AUNDREA different. Instead of AND CALEB coffee, there was a proposal.

“I had the ring for about week and was trying to come up with the perfect way to ask,” Caleb Pollard says, “It was around 6:30 a.m. on Saturday, January 9th, and I was laying in bed wide awake and thought, “I’m just going to do it right now.” So I quietly got up, got the ring, woke her up, and kneeled down on her side of the bed.”

Aundrea and Caleb have been dating for five years. The two met through mutual friends at a party where they were instantly attracted by each other’s personality. For Caleb, it was Aundrea’s contagious laugh that drew his attention, and Aundrea remembers Caleb’s ability to make anyone laugh that initially sparked her interest. For this couple, a life together was a no brainer.

“There have been a million moments and reasons over the past five years as to why I knew I wanted to marry Caleb, and that list continues to get longer everyday” Aundrea said.

The two had previously looked at rings together, but Aundrea remembers that that morning was still a surprise.

“When he woke me up and asked me he was shaking like a leaf he was so nervous! It was very sweet and intimate being just he and I,” Aundrea said.

They are best friends; they balance each other out perfectly. Of all the perks of being married, the two are most looking forward to being able to call each other husband and wife – and of course starting a family!

Aundrea and Caleb’s wedding will be Oct. 15, 2016, at the 4th Street Theater in Moberly, Missouri.

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DANIEL AND APRIL

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pril Joy and Daniel Church met in January 2011 while working at University Hospital. April had just moved to Columbia for graduate school, and Daniel was training April at her job, which called for a lot of time spent together.

April was definitely interested in Daniel to begin with, noticing how great he was with his patients and how caring he was in general.

“I would drop hints like, ‘Hey if you guys do anything after work, let me know!’ But he never said anything so I figured he wasn’t interested.

Then when he left the job, I went to his going away party, figuring I didn’t have anything to lose. We’ve been dating ever since!” April recalls, adding that, “Daniel claims he didn’t receive any of my hints.”

Daniel knew he wanted to marry April because he could be his total self around her.

“I loved how she adopted my dog and cat (my children) as her own,” Daniel jokingly adds.

Daniel proposed on Dec. 10, 2015, which also happened to be his birthday. The two were at Daniel’s house celebrating. April had already given him all of his presents when he suddenly turns around and says, “Will you give me one more present?”

“I was kind of like, ‘Sorry, I don’t have anything else; that was it…’ Then I realized he was down on one knee in front of me holding the ring. Once I realized what was happening I was like was like ‘Oh…! Of course! Yes!’ Then after it had sunk in we called our family and I was like, “So… Daniel is not the only one who got a present today!”’ April recalls.

April and Daniel are both looking forward to working together towards their goal and having someone for all the little things life brings. Their wedding will be in this Fall 2016 in April’s home state of Minnesota.

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ENGAGEMENTS

STAFF ENGAGEMENTS BLAKE TOPPMEYER AND BRENNA MCDERMOTT met while studying journalism at Truman State University. They worked together at their college newspaper, The Index, and soon became good friends.

That friendship has been the foundation of a six-year relationship full of Rummy 500, beach vacations and rum and Cokes. Brenna is originally from St. Louis, and Blake is from Virden, Illinois. They moved to Columbia in 2013 and enjoy walking on the MKT trail, eating dinner at Coley’s and spending Sunday nights reading at Kaldi’s.

Blake proposed on December 19, 2015, while on a weekend getaway to Burlington, Iowa. He popped the question, Brenna said yes and then they went to the casino and won $250 playing blackjack.

Blake and Brenna will have a small ceremony and reception at Pere Marquette Lodge in Grafton, Illinois, on Feb. 18, 2017, which is their anniversary.

Blake is the Mizzou football beat writer for the Columbia Daily Tribune, and Brenna is the editor of Columbia Business Times, the sister publication of COMO Living.

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Stoney Creek Inn, Columbia, 573-442-6400

Columbia Country Club, Columbia, 573-449-4115

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WEDDINGS

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KICKING OFF THE 2016 WEDDING SHOW SEASON

by C H R I S T Y A S P E R | photos by C AT H E R I N E R H O D E S Aside from Pinterest and magazines, where else do you look for ideas when planning your big day? Wedding shows are a great place to get ideas and deals. We have been to more than 10 wedding shows in the past year, but this was our first at a local winery.

The show, Weddings, Wine and Happily Ever After, was by far the most enjoyable experience I have had attending a show. We have to give a thumbs up to this bridal show’s coordinators: Bleu Events, Serenity Valley Winery, BHive Events and The Ink Café, LLC. Perhaps, the scenery and drinks had a lot to do with that, but the vendors were top notch.

The giveaways from local businesses really made it worth the visit for those getting married in the next year. Keep reading to find out if you were one the lucky brides to win one of these giveaways. But first, we want to give you a glimpse of the show in case you weren’t able to make it out.

Serenity Valley Winery is located between Columbia and Fulton. The trees were in full bloom, the pond was a beautiful backdrop for the sunset, the bridal suite was a dream, and the gazebo was picturesque. It is owned by the kindest people, Regina and Lee Ruppert. We loved sampling all of their award-winning wine.

Serenity Valley has partnered with Bleu Events to offer on-site catering for all of their weddings. This makes an essential part of planning for your big day so delicious and easy. At every wedding we have attended that has used Bleu Events, it has outdone itself in service and hospitality. This show was no exception.

Heather and Derrick from A-1 Party & Event Rental tastefully decorated two tents, which each had their own look and fell. A-1 has the largest selection of linens locally in a large variety of colors and fabrics.

They also carry a comprehensive inventory of event rentals.

Flowers are also an important part of every wedding. Kent’s Floral Gallery added elegance and beauty to each of the tables. I have heard many brides in the past appreciate the attentiveness to details that Kent provides, and it was evident in their displays.

Menus, place cards and table numbers designed by The Ink Café, LLC gracefully adorned each place setting. The glitzy tent contained silver glittered place cards and the earthy tent had custom calligraphy place cards. The Ink Café specializes in branding events through paper goods. Several brides shared how their favorite part about this company is how the small Columbia-based business will address, stamp and send out your invitations.

We also spent a significant time meeting with the wedding planner of BHive Events, Racheal Hollenbeck. Her company is named after her family’s honey business, and she had the cutest honey favors for us to take home. She comes highly recommended by her brides and goes above and beyond to help brides make their dreams a reality.

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We were very fortunate to have Catherine Rhodes Photography capture the day for us. As one of the vendors of the show, she was delighted to show brides how the elements of photography are one of the most important components of a wedding. Catherine comes with more than six years of experience and has been highlighted in national magazines, such as June Bug. One of my favorite aspects of this show was the representation of Missouri’s love for local breweries and distilleries. Among those present were DogMaster Distilleries and Craft Beer Cellar. The idea of having a cigar bar is trending now, and I think brides should consider pairing those cigar bars with these local favorites.

There were plenty of tasty treats to go with our drinks, and we especially loved connecting with Heather Masters from Masterful Treats. We walked away with a box full of scones, cookies and happy hearts. Heather does an amazing job creating a special niche in Columbia that is greatly needed.

One of my favorite videographers also made an appearance at the show, and we would love the world to know about Bussen Productions. We first heard of Bussen Productions after they worked on all the media videos for Logboat Brewery. They have a unique way of filming weddings that will have you crying and laughing for years to come.

Cindy from TooRooster Artistry had a beautiful display of painted wedding scenes she had done. She even created a masterpiece of the show itself. Within three hours, she had a scene from the show completely finished. What an incredible gift to give a bride!

Wedding receptions are one of the only times that you are able to host an extravagant party for all the people you love. From DJs to photo booths, you really want your guest to enjoy your big day as much as you do. J. Kelly Photo Booth had the cutest display with some really great props, and Complete Weddings and Events entertained us the entire time with their musical flair.

We then headed to the bridal suite located inside a gorgeous two-story home on the Serenity Valley property. We were excited to meet Chrystal from Chrystal L. Hair and Makeup. She does an amazing job in many of the bridal photo shoots in town, and had her work on display for brides to see.

We found a couple modeling wedding attire from Belle Mariée Bridal Boutique near the pond. Jessica Card, owner of Belle Mariée, shared with us that she travels to various markets in Dallas and Chicago to bring back wedding gowns and tuxedos that can’t be found anywhere else in town.

On our way out, a horse and carriage escorted us to our car. To all of our engaged couples, we highly recommend attending a wedding show this season. It will inspire you, help you find some amazing vendors and you might even walk away with a giveaway just for attending.

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GIVEAWAY WINNERS BHive Events Free Consultation Winner: SAMANTHA WILSON Chrystal L. Hair and Makeup Free Trial Winner: THERESA OBERLE Moonshadow Photography $500 Engagement Session Winner: BARBIE BANKS Simple Solutions Fitness Winner: TERRY BRITT AND SARAH BATTLES The Ink Cafe $100 Invitation Winner: PEGGIE WHITE

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BEING SEEN

ATHENA AWARDS The ATHENA Leadership awards are given to two women each year who inspire, motivate and are making an impact on our community. The award focuses on traits of strong, successful leaders internationally. The Women’s Network hosts this award ceremony annually. This year Michele Spry was the recipient of the ATHENA Young Professional Award and Dianne Lynch was the recipient of the ATHENA Leadership Award. Congratulations to both ladies!

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LITTLE BLACK DRESS This annual event benefits True North of Columbia. This year more than 800 women gathered at Columbia College for a night of food, drink, a fashion show, door prizes, a raffle and dancing. True North of Columbia is an emergency shelter that provides immediate safety and services to victims of domestic and sexual violence.

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UNBOUND BOOK FESTIVAL The first annual Unbound Book Festival, Columbia’s newest arts festival, was held during the weekend of April 22-24.

Book lovers from around the country gathered at Stephens College. The weekend opened up with Michael Ondaatje, Booker Prize winning author of “The English Patient.” Mark your calendar for next year’s festival April 21-22, 2017.

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AGE N DA JUNE/JULY 2016

ART IN THE PARK WHAT

This free festival is your token to all things art.

Need a new coffee mug? You’ll find it there.

Need a cool new sculpture for your backyard?

You’ll find it there. Need a colorful painting for a boring wall in your house? You’ll find it there.

This kid-friendly event is exactly where you should be the first weekend in June.

WHEN

June 4-5; Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.

WHERE

Stephens Lake Park

INFO

For more information visit artintheparkcolumbia.org or call 573-443-8838.

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4TH OF JULY FIRE IN THE SKY 64TH ANNUAL CELEBRATION OF AMERICA TRADITION WHAT

This annual celebration of America is one you won’t want to miss. Festivities will take over the downtown Columbia area beginning at 6:30 p.m.

Be sure to catch the fireworks at 9:15 p.m.

WHEN

Monday, July 4

WHERE

Flat Branch Park and The District

INFO

Visit como.gov

SHOW-ME-STATE GAMES WHAT

Athletes from around the state will compete in the annual Show-Me-State Games. Whether you play baseball, shoot archery, ride horses, compete in track and field or swing a tennis racket, be sure to sign you or your team up today.

WHEN

July 22-24; July 29-31

WHERE

Various locations

INFO

Visit smsg.org for more information.

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C A L E N DA R / J UN E 2016 JUNE 1 State of Missouri Capital Connection Business Expo, 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., Holiday Inn Executive Center- Columbia Mall, oa.mo.gov/expo

JUNE 11 Hot Summer Nights presents “Beethoven’s Ninth” with the Columbia Chorale vocal soloists and Jeffery Work, trumpet, 7:30 p.m., Stephens Lake Park

JUNE 2 Amphitheater Concert Series: Missouri Symphony Society, 7 p.m., 573-874-7460

JUNE 15 Family Fun Fest: Explore Outdoors 6-8 pm, Cosmo Park, Free, 573-874-7460

JUNE 2-5; 9-12 “Godspell,” Maplewood Barn Theatre, 8:00 p.m., maplewoodbarn.com

Hot Summer Nights presents “Music and Superheroes,” 6:30 p.m., Stephens Lake Park

JUNE 3 First Friday in the North Village Arts District, 6 p.m., 573-442-2999

JUNE 17-18 Hot Summer Nights presents the Missouri Contemporary Ballet, 7:30 p.m., Stephens Lake Park

JUNE 3-5 Centralia Anchor Festival, All day, centraliamochamber.com

JUNE 17 - 19, 25 Greater Tuna, 7:30 p.m., Corner Playhouse, 573-882-6192

JUNE 4 Mid-MO Health Expo, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., Columbia College, Southwell Complex, 573-442-6599

JUNE 18 4th Annual Hello, Baby! Expo, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., Holiday Inn Executive Center-Columbia Mall.

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CoMo Derby Dames Take the Track Outside, 1 p.m., Cosmo Park JUNE 4-5 Art in the Park, 10 a.m-5 p.m., Stephens Lake Park, artintheparkcolumbia.org, 573-443-8838 Show-Me State Games 3V3 Soccer Fest, Hickman High School, 573-882-2101 JUNE 9-12, 17-19, 23-26 “The Music Man,” Columbia Entertainment Company, 7:30 p.m., 573-474-3699 JUNE 9-12 Missouri State Senior Games, All day, smsg.org/senior_games/ JUNE 10 Movies in the Park: “The Good Dinosaur,” 9 p.m., 573-874-7460 Improv, Chicago Style! 7:30- 8:30 p.m., 573-808-4753 JUNE 10-12 Show-Me State Games of Mid-America, smsg.org/sports.php

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59th Annual Chicken and Mutton BBQ, Olivet Christian Church, 3:30-7 p.m., 573-442-0336 JUNE 20 Lullaby of Broadway, 7:30- 8:30 p.m., 573-808-4753 JUNE 24 Hot Summer Nights presents Die Fledermaus, 7:30 p.m., Stephens Lake Park JUNE 26 Hot Summer Nights presents Die Fledermaus, 7:30 p.m., Stephens Lake Park JUNE 27 Ronald McDonald House Charities of MidMissouri Fore the House Golf Tournament, All Day, Country Club of Missouri, 573-433-7666 JUNE 28 Hot Summer Nights presents Lysander Piano Trio, 7:30 p.m., Stephens Lake Park JUNE 29 Hot Summer Nights presents a silent film with orchestra, “The Poor Little Rich Girl,” 6:30 p.m., Stephens Lake Park

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Ronald McDonald Unbound Book Festival, HouseStephens CharitiesCollege, of Mid-all day, unboundbookfestival.com Missouri Fore the House Golf Tournament, All Day, Country Club of Missouri, 573-433-7666

C A L E N DA R / JULY 2016 JULY 16 Hot Summer Nights presents Orchestral Fireworks and Chamber Performance, 6:45 p.m., Chamber music performance; 7:30 p.m., Orchestral concert, Stephens Lake Park

JULY 1 First Friday in the North Village Arts District, 6- 9 p.m., 573-442-2999

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Hot Summer Nights presents “Patriotic Pops,” 7:30 p.m., Stephens Lake Park JULY 4 4th of July Fire In The Sky, Entertainment starts at 6:30 p.m. and Fireworks begin after 9 p.m., Flat Branch Park

JULY 18-20 DeMarre Carroll’s Next-Level Basketball Camp, All day, 205-230-3329 JULY 20 Family Fun Fest: Fitness is Fun, 6-8 p.m., Cosmo Park, Free, 573-874-7460

JULY 6 Hot Summer Nights presents “Sing, Sing a Song,” 6:30 p.m., Stephens Lake Park

JULY 20 - 21 The Adventures of Tom Saywer, 2 p.m., 573-882-6192

JULY 7 Hot Summer Nights presents “Mostly Mozart,” 7:30 p.m., Stephens Lake Park Amphitheater Concert Series: Community Band, 7 p.m., 573-874-7460

JULY 22-24 Show-Me State Games, All day, smsg.org/ sports.php

JULY 8-9 Greater Tuna, 7:30 p.m., Corner Playhouse, 573-882-6192

JULY 29 - 31 Show-Me State Games, All day, smsg.org/ sports.php

JULY 8 Hot Summer Nights presents “Steppin’ Out,” 7:30 p.m., Stephens Lake Park Movies in the Park: “Lego Movie,” 9 p.m., 573-874-7460 JULY 9 SPLAT! Junior Obstacle Course Mud Run, 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Gans Creek Recreation Area, 573-874-7460

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JULY 10 National Teddy Bear Picnic Day, 4 - 6 p.m., Douglass Park, 573-874-7460

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JULY 13; 22 Greater Tuna, 2 p.m., Corner Playhouse, 573-882-6192

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4th of July Fire In The Sky, Entertainment starts at 6:30 p.m. and Fireworks begin after 9 p.m., Flat Branch Park, JULY 9

SPLAT! Junior Obstacle Course Mud Run, 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Gans Creek Recreation Area, 573-874-7460

JULY 15 Hot Summer Nights presents “The Music of Led Zeppelin,” 7:30 p.m., Stephens Lake Park, JULY 15-17; 23-24 The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, 7:30 p.m., 573-882-6192

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by AUDREY SHARP HOW DID YOU TWO MEET? Toby: We met on our first day of work at Dillard's while in college here in 1985. We met in “Cash Register Training” class, so we’ve had a long history of working together. Tim had started Rost Landscaping in 1985 but worked retail during the winter months.

WHAT WAS YOUR FIRST DATE? Toby: We went to Everett’s Restaurant for dinner, which used to be at the corner of Rangeline and I-70. I even remember that I got the Hawaiian chicken dinner but was too nervous to eat very much. The restaurant was recently torn down to accommodate the new highway being built there.

HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN TOGETHER? Toby: Since 1987 HOW DOES BUSINESS PLAY INTO YOUR RELATIONSHIP DYNAMICS? Tim: We have very separate responsibilities and challenges based on our individual skills at the company.

Toby: We understand each other’s job completely and support each other, and this carries over into our personal lives as well. People always tell us they couldn’t work with their spouse. We feel very blessed that we can work well together. In our personal time, we have individual hobbies and some we enjoy together.

WHAT DO YOU LIKE TO DO OUTSIDE OF WORK? Tim: Traveling, mission trips and farming.

Toby: Spending time with our grown kids (we are empty nesters now), cooking, traveling, reading and lots of pets.

WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR FAVORITE OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES? Tim: Working at the tree farm in Fayette, Missouri, hunting and fishing.

Toby: Walking, hiking, and we have a large vegetable garden we work in to “relax.”

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WHAT ARE THE BEST ASPECTS OF YOUR PARTNER? Tim: Her business sense Toby: He has great vision and the energy to see it through.

WHAT IS UNIQUE ABOUT YOUR RELATIONSHIP? Tim: We have no problem working together.

Toby: Because we have worked together for 30 years, we have insight into each other’s day, so with little explanation we are able to understand both the challenges and the joys our jobs.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE RESTAURANT TO FREQUENT IN COMO? Toby: Bleu Tim: 44 Stone Public House, but we love to try new restaurants in town. There are too many to choose from!

WHAT IS ONE THING PEOPLE DON’T KNOW ABOUT YOU? Tim: I studied dairy science (I grew up on a dairy farm near Hermann, Missouri) and not plant science at Mizzou.

Toby: My major was housing and interior design at Mizzou (I’m from St. Louis). We both came to Mizzou and never left. We love it here.

WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR FAVORITE PROJECT TO WORK ON TOGETHER? Tim: Starting Superior Garden Center in 1991.

Toby: Same answer for me. We have had fun building up our entire company through multiple divisions. The retail division has given us the opportunity to showcase our expansive selection of trees and shrubs beyond just landscaping jobs.

ADVERTISER INDEX Baumgartner's Furniture & Carpet.......................................... 31 Betz Jewelers........................................................................... 92 Big Cedar Lodge...................................................................... 64 Blanc Studio . . ...........................................................................48 Boone Hospital........................................................................ 18 Brian Hazelrigg (State Farm)................................................... 63 Budget Blinds.......................................................................... 32 Busch's Florist......................................................................... 24 Busenbark Flooring and Granite.. ............................................. 11 Central Bank of Boone County................................................ 15 Central Dairy and Ice Cream Company.. .................................. 31 Commerce Bank-Springfield . . .................................................... 3 Courtyard by Marriott.............................................................. 92 Craft Beer Cellar.. ..................................................................... 82 Culligan...................................................................................... 2 Dave Griggs Flooring America................................................... 8 Designer Kitchens & Baths...................................................... 82 Dogmaster Distillers................................................................ 32 Dr. Letrisha Thomas. . ............................................................. 106 Dr. Shelley Lyle.. ....................................................................... 85 Drew Piester Photography..................................................... 102 Ecowater Systems.................................................................... 98 Edible Arrangements.. .............................................................. 95 European Wax Center . . ............................................................. 66 Family Focus Eyecare............................................................. 110 Focus on Health....................................................................... 77 Focus on Health.......................................................................84 Foundation Recovery` Systems.............................................. 90 Golden Living Center............................................................... 47 Hockman Interiors.. .................................................................... 4 Janome Sewing Center.. ........................................................... 47 Job Point . . ................................................................................ 53 Kliethermes Homes and Remodeling............................. 58 & 60 La Di Da.. .................................................................................. 24 Landmark Bank............................................................... 61 & 115 Les Bourgeios . . ........................................................................ 116 Manor Roofing & Restoration................................................. 112 Massage Envy........................................................................... 66 Mid-City Lumber Co . . ............................................................... 53 Midwest Block & Brick............................................................. 65 Missouri Dept. of Conservation................................................. 9 Organize That Space................................................................ 98 Passions................................................................................... 81 Personal Touch Cleaning Service . . ........................................... 68 Regeneration S alon & Spa...................................................... 80 Restoration Eyecare............................................................... 104 Rogue Studios.......................................................................... 70 Shelter Insurance Agents......................................................... 72 Stange Law Firm...................................................................... 72 State Farm Insurance - Stephanie Wilmsmeyer...................... 70 Studio Home.............................................................................. 7 Sumits Hot Yoga.. ..................................................................... 81 Superior Garden Center/Rost Landscape............................... 95 Talking Horse Productions Theater.. ...................................... 106 The Fitness Company.............................................................. 85 The Pet Fair . . ........................................................................... 90 The Village of Bedford Walk.................................................. 104 Tiger Family Chiropractic & Wellness Center.......................... 68 Tiger Maids............................................................................... 62 Tiger Scholarship Fund.............................................................. 6 University of Missouri Health Care............................. 5 & 86-89 Willett and Patton Dentistry.. .................................................. 65 Wilson's Fitness..................................................................... 100 Women's Symphony League.................................................... 10

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STRONG WOMAN

KATE GRAY

What are five things that inspire you?

Art, design, learning and good wine with interesting people

What are your favorite outdoor activities? Bike riding, walking, skiing and Tai Chi

photo by A N T H O N Y J I N S O N

Kate Gray is an assistant professor of graphic design at Stephens College, where she has been teaching since 2007. Originally from Texas, Kate has her degree in advertising art and spent over 10 years in New Mexico before moving to Missouri.

Since her first day at Stephens College, Kate has truly been an inspiration to her students.

Describe yourself in one word: Brilliant

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NON PROFIT SPOTLIGHT

KIDS ON TRACK BOONE HO S PI TAL C ENTER C H A LLE N G E S FA M I LI E S TO G E T M OV I N G T H IS S UMMER

T

he best new health trend of the past few years could be training for marathons. With the increase in the number of charitable and competitive runs, now more than ever it is becoming easier and more fun to get healthy and prove your progress. Marathons, whether for a cause or just because, are great ways to get fit, meet new people and work toward a goal.

The best part? Any person at any stage of life or fitness can participate. Starting an exercise routine at a young age is extremely important for long-term health. Introducing a child to a marathon in a fun and sociable way promises continued physical activity for many years to come.

This is the driving idea behind Boone Hospital Center’s Kids on Track program. In an effort to improve the health of mid-Missouri’s youth, in 2012 Boone Hospital put together a free, three-month marathon training program for children up to 14 years old and their families. Erin Wegner, the coordinator of Kids on Track, says, “Not only does this program promote healthier lifestyles for the kids, but it is a great family activity getting parents, grandparents and others to be more active.”

Kids are challenged to walk, bike, run or do

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any sort of physical activity for a total of 26.2 miles during their summer break. Beginning in May, participating children receive a marathon map, so they can keep a log of their progress and receive prizes from local businesses at each designated milestone.

At the end of the three months, there is a grand finale 1.2-mile race, and every participant can come together and celebrate their achievement. Each child also receives a

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free t-shirt and medal. The popularity of Kids on Track is evident in the increasing attendance and support of surrounding communities. There is an average of almost 1,000 children that participate in the program. According to Erin, the program has “grown leaps and bounds.”

In 2012 the program was only in Columbia.

Today there are events in Ashland, Boonville, Brookfield, Centralia, Columbia, Macon, Mexico and Moberly.

COMO L I V I N G | 2001 CORPORATE PLACE, STE. 100 | COLUMBIA, MO 65202

Enjoy Summer Music at C. Rock City

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C. Rock City

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J.P. Kay & Some Army

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The Kay Brothers

6/18

Rose Ridge

7/16

The Norm Ruebling Band

6/25

BluesSlingers

7/23

The Flood Brothers

OPEN ROAD

7/30

BluesSlingers

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This is our Collector’s Series Wine Release Party at the Blufftop Bistro!

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