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Going the Distance: An Epic Women’s Adventure This month’s cover relates the story of what began as an organized women’s hike through the Grand Canyon and grew into an empowering adventure for eight women-seven who are local.

For much of the story we let the women share their individual experiences and how the hike down to the canyon and back out tested each woman’s physical, mental and spiritual state while it created life-long bonds amongst each other.

We hope that you enjoy their inspiring message to go beyond your own back yards and challenge yourselves to an unforgettable adventure.

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Habitat for Humanity of Boone County has opened a ReStore in Zionsville. As the name suggests, the store resells donated home furnishings and building supplies. Revenue from these sales supports the organization’s mission of building homes for lower-income families in Boone County.

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n December 7, the day of the grand opening, the store showcased casual and contemporary dining sets, sleigh beds, daybeds and a French-style armoire the staff dubbed their “Beauty and the Beast” piece. There were also couches, sectionals, chairs, game tables, end tables, artwork, building supplies, tools, kitchen cabinets, sinks, light fixtures, washers, dryers, ranges, ovens and holiday décor.

Executive Director Liz Qua pointed out a few other fun finds tucked in corners of the store. “These new, soft-close

drawers would be great in a garage or mudroom. And we have some gorgeous solid wood doors!”

Relying on donated goods creates a challenging business model. As CFO Jodi Gietl says, “We are at the mercy of donations, but so far, we’ve been blessed. What has come in has been phenomenal.”

Qua says that in addition to donations, they also need shoppers and volunteers to make the whole equation work.

With only four paid employees on staff, Habitat of Boone County relies on the 1,000 community members who vol-

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unteer with them each year. Volunteer Coordinator Amy Hartwig schedules those individuals as often or as little as they want. Many summer volunteers are working at the ReStore during the winter as construction pauses.

Opening the ReStore fulfills a dream that began forming years ago. The staff and board of directors have been seeking a new funding stream in order to build more houses. They hope the ReStore will bring in $1,500 per business day toward that goal. That volume would allow them to fund a fourth home some years, adding to the three they typically build each

year. “Every item that walks out the door takes us one step closer to building a new home in Boone County,” says Gietl.

Approximately 60 percent of Habitat affiliates have ReStores associated with them. There are several others in Indiana, including stores in Indianapolis and Avon. The local board sensed a store might work well in Boone County too. That was confirmed when Board Member Mike Thompson did a feasibility study as part of his graduate studies in nonprofit administration. He did extensive research for this specific project and identified the Michigan Road corridor as the best potential location.

Other board members have a similar passion for the organization. ReStore Manager Natalee Baker was lured back to full-time work by the opportunity. She had put a full-time retail career on hold while raising her young children. But through her service on the board of directors, she was aware of the coming ReStore and decided to accept the manager position. “Here, I’m making money for the greater good,” she says. Board President

Kevin Schmidt echoes her enthusiasm: “Every item donated translates to dollars given back to our county.”

The store is located in a warehouse off of 106th Street at 10650 Andrade Dr. It accepts donations Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Alternatively, a staff person or volunteer will come pick up a donation with the ReStore truck. People may call the office at 317344-3033 to arrange a pickup. The store is open for shopping on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays.

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Managing Life Before and After Ulcerative Colitis Writer // Janelle Morrison • Photography // Theresa Skutt

Maybe you have noticed the darkened storefront at 106 N. Main St. and the silence of one of Zionsville’s most dedicated voices, Robert (Bob) Goodman, co-owner of Robert Goodman Jewelers.

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t the end of December, Goodman and Rose-Marie, his wife and business partner, announced that their store would be closed for as many as six weeks as a result of Bob’s surgery on December 28.

It is their hope that by sharing their story, people will have a better understanding of what ulcerative colitis is and help those who have been diagnosed or know someone who has been. The Goodmans want those people to feel encouraged that life does go on, and it can even get better.

They’re not popular topics of conversation among most people, but for over one million Americans, Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis are more than just

uncomfortable subjects – they are diagnoses that become a way of life. Goodman recently and openly discussed his battle with ulcerative colitis and how his current condition continues to impact not only his life but his business on occasion.

According to the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation, approximately 1.6 million Americans are affected by either Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis. These diseases tend to be hereditary and affect males and females equally. Crohn’s disease is a chronic inflammatory condition of the gastrointestinal tract that can affect either end of the tract.

Ulcerative colitis, what Goodman has been managing since his 20s, is a chronic inflammatory condition limited to the colon.

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If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with ulcerative colitis, Goodman’s story, in addition to education received from medical practitioners, will help you develop a better understanding of the disease. But more importantly, as Goodman will attest, you can learn how to manage the disease and living a happy and productive life comfortably and confidently.

“I was diagnosed in the mid-‘80s,” Goodman said. “I had symptoms for some time but didn’t pay a great deal of attention to them. Rose-Marie probably told me to go to our doctor, and I went in to see him.”

Bob shared that he does remember that he had an increase in the frequency of times that he needed to go to the bathroom, a common symptom of ulcerative colitis.

Goodman underwent a rectal exam and was promptly diagnosed with the disease.

He was traveling overseas a lot back then as an international buyer for Goodman Jewelers. His diagnosis did not stop him in his tracks.

“Right after my diagnosis, I traveled to Hong Kong,” Bob recalled. “I acquired a Gastroenterologist (GI) doctor. I had a remarkable GI who has since retired, but I’d go into to see him regularly and had two colonoscopies a year. When you have colitis, you’re far more likely to develop colon cancer, so they check you out more often.

People have the idea that colonoscopies are a big deal. I’m here to testify that it’s okay. You’re under [anesthesia] – it’s okay.

It’s the prep that sucks.”

Bob continued to travel abroad on buying trips and work jewelry shows, and he learned how to adapt to making a living with ulcerative colitis and do so in a little more comfortable way.

“I continued traveling, and our GI would put me on various diets, none of which worked,” he shared. “I was off caffeine for a year, and that didn’t do anything. Gratefully, I never had all of the classic symptoms – high temperatures and anemia. I just went to the bathroom – a lot. I began carrying a satchel with a complete change of clothes with me all the time.”

Rose-Marie added, “The other thing he always did, no matter where we went, was locate the bathrooms.”

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to wait until the last minute and would have to suddenly take off. We were in Basel, Switzerland, to work at a major jewelry show, one we attended every year, and I knew where they [restrooms] were. This is a big show. One year, we were working with a vendor, and I had to suddenly take off for the bathroom. Well, they had moved the bathrooms. I was in instant panic mode. But I found it [the restroom], and we got through it and made it work.”

Both the Goodmans spoke about the effects that Bob’s disease had on the entire Goodman family. Their children grew up watching their father manage colitis and recover from stints in hospitals as they grew up. They agreed that their children have a unique perspective on pain and suffering, and having witnessed Bob’s optimism and perseverance, their children have grown into compassionate and resilient adults.

“Our kids will tell you that there was stuff that I didn’t do because I was exhausted at the end of the week and stuff like that, but other than that, we all viewed this as simply something you lived with,” Bob said. “It was an inconvenience, but the reality of it is I had something that could be cured by taking my colon out. Other people have things that are much more

devastating. In no way shape or form was this a disability. This wasn’t going to stop me from doing things. We just had to learn to deal with it.”

After failed attempts at remission, Bob had his colon completely removed in 1991.

While no one knows the exact causes of ulcerative colitis, they do know what aggravates it. It is also known to be a hereditary disease.

After removing Bob’s colon, the surgeons installed a J-pouch, an internal pouch that is created from the end of the small intestine and functions as a rectum.

“It [an Ileostomy pouch] used to only be an external pouch,” Bob explained.

“It hangs off of your stomach. I had the J-pouch for about four to five years, but five percent of people who have the J-pouch contract Pouchitis, which is essentially colitis in the pouch. I was in the five percent and had to go back in and have the pouch taken down but not removed. They kept the pouch in for two reasons: One, it would’ve resulted in a more involved surgery, and secondly, the doctors figured that if something better comes along, they can hook it back up.”

The surgeons installed an external Ileostomy pouch, which is what Bob has been successfully functioning with for several years.

It has been a journey for Bob and his family. There was one incident in his mid50s where he developed sepsis after what should have been an outpatient procedure.

The near-fatal experience only left Bob more determined to live his life and live it well with a positive outlook.

While Bob was admitted in hospitals and recovering from surgeries with Rose-Marie by his side, the couple was able to rely on Bob’s dad, Raymond Goodman, to step in and take over the daily operations at their store in Zionsville while Bob recovered.

After the passing of Bob’s dad, the couple was able to rely on associates who knew their business. The Goodmans are the only employees at their store and do not have the luxury of Raymond’s presence to step in for them during this medical leave.

So, they decided to close the store during Bob’s recovery and are anxious to get Bob back on his feet and behind his showcases serving customers, a great source of joy

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When we were asked to share our story, we decided it was a good opportunity to shine a light on living with colitis” and motivation for Bob. “Back in mid-August of 2018, my seal started to fail,” Bob said. “We were playing with that for a couple of months with the Ostomy team down at Methodist Hospital.

We tried all different kinds of combinations of supplies and none worked, so we had a consult with the surgeon to relocate my Ileostomy [pouch]. The surgeon scheduled my [sixth] surgery for December 28.”

The recovery process is typically a five-day stay in the hospital followed by a six-week recovery. Bob emphasized that he is eager to get through his recovery, and once he can manage the pain and is given an “all-clear” from his physicians, he will be back on his feet “rocking and rolling.”

“Rose-Marie and I don’t deserve business; we earn it, and we are fortunate to have our business in Zionsville,” Bob emphasized. “When we were asked to share our story, we decided it was a good opportunity to shine a light on living with colitis. It was also an opportunity to explain to our community why we had to temporarily shut our doors, inform our customers and friends about what is going on and be open and transparent.

Zionsville is a unique and special community. We are all for one and one for all.

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With Clayton Family Veterinary Care, T H E N A M E S AY S S O M U C H

Dr. Anne Clayton and Dr. Ross Clayton recently opened their new veterinary clinic, Clayton Family Veterinary Care, in Carmel. As you might have guessed from their last names, Dr. Anne and Dr. Ross are married, and both are vets. The name Clayton Family Veterinary Care not only represents the relationship of the doctors practicing there, but it also reflects their philosophy regarding the type of atmosphere and level of service you and your pets can expect to receive there.

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either Dr. Anne or Dr. Ross is new to the area or the practice of veterinary medicine. Both grew up in Zionsville, and they actually started dating while in high school when they were 16 years old. Together they attended and graduated from DePauw University and the Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine. Ross has worked in a private clinic in Carmel for the past 17 years while Anne has practiced in the Zionsville and Hamilton County area for a similar period of time. They acknowl-

edged that finally getting the chance to work together as a family and the possibility of getting their four children involved with the new clinic is a dream come true.

Having the experience of working in other veterinary practices over the years provided the Claytons with the opportunity to see things that they liked about other clinics and things that they did not. One of the things they have seen become part of many vet clinics is the loss of a personal relationship between the doctor and the pets and pet owners because

the amount of time vets spend getting to know the pet and the owners keeps shrinking. The Claytons thought this does a disservice to clients, particularly when you consider how important most pets are to families.

Therefore, the Claytons are committed to offering each pet owner 30 minutes of their time for each pet visit. During that time, they want to get to know the pet and the pet’s owner, and they also want to learn more about the relationship between the pet and its owner. It is the Claytons’ hope that by dedicating this time

to their clients and their pets that they are more likely to become part of the Clayton Family Veterinary Care family.

Equally important to the Claytons is that they offer this exceptional level of service at a reasonable price.

In 2016, an organization called Fear Free was created to provide online and in-person education to veterinary professionals with its mission to prevent and alleviate fear, anxiety and stress in pets by inspiring and educating the people who care for them. Dr. Anne is certified by the Fear Free organization.

In designing and constructing the new clinic, the Claytons relied heavily on the principles of Fear Free.

For example, the floors were required to have a certain grip coefficient, so animals can maneuver easily. In addition, the cat area is not only separated from the dog area physically but also has special soundproofing.

Specific areas of the clinic have special anxiety-reducing pheromones being dispensed through the air to calm the animals. You will also notice an abundance of windows in the clinic, so pet owners have a line of sight throughout the clinic and can thereby be assured that their pets are getting the best care possible.

If you or your pet are looking for a veterinary clinic with the family touch, call or stop by Clayton Family Veterinary Care.

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Tony Ricci of Tony’s Steaks & Seafood of Indianapolis Writer // Janelle Morrison Photos // Courtesy of Sophisticated Living

As a self-proclaimed “foodie,” I enjoy different types of dining venues and cuisine. I particularly enjoy a good steakhouse and appreciate dishes that I can’t replicate at home. Recently, I enjoyed one of the most incredible meals that has ever been prepared for me in the Indianapolis area at Tony’s of Indianapolis. So what is it about Tony’s that has me so enthralled? It starts with the vision of Tony Ricci, the owner.

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As a young boy, Ricci’s culinary training began in his mother’s humble kitchen back in Civitanova del Sannio, Italy. A traditional Italian family, the Riccis revered supper at the table, at which they would discuss all things in life. It was a meal, not just dinner. The culture of a quality meal and time with

loved ones and friends that was instilled in Ricci by his heritage is the cornerstone upon which he has built this wonderful dining experience.

The Ricci family moved from Italy to Toronto, Canada, and from Toronto to Cincinnati, Ohio. Ricci learned his exemplary work ethic from his parents who dedicated their lives to providing for Ricci and his two younger sisters. He explained that his

passion for entertaining and serving comes from what he observed and learned from his own family, especially the importance of time spent together at the table.

“We always talked around the table,” Ricci recalled.

“Whether they [Ricci’s parents] were working one job or two, it seems that my mom always made time to prepare a meal.”

Hospitality and quality are priorities of Ricci’s, and creating

memorable culinary experiences is his passion. Ricci’s intrinsic talent for creating a genuinely hospitable atmosphere coupled with remarkable meals creates meaningful experiences for his guests who leave his restaurants feeling as though they are part of the “Tony’s” family.

In May 2010, Tony’s of Cincinnati opened after a long and arduous journey for Ricci. His passion, faith and perseverance, along with

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the support of his wife, family and friends who believed in his vision, have led him to own and operate three locations: Tony’s of Cincinnati, Tony’s of Lexington and Tony’s of Indianapolis, which opened in 2018.

“Our motto is ‘Come and taste the difference,’” Ricci said.

“We start with a good product.

I’ve used the same meat company when I was with previous companies as well as my own

with the paprikas, and it gives the steak a different flavor on your palate.”

In addition to its succulent steaks, Tony’s offers the best cuts of New Zealand lamb and high-quality seafood.

The crab cake is the real deal – no flavor disguises. It is comprised of pure sweet crab meat and enough of it to easily feed a table of four.

The shrimp cocktail left me speechless. The prawns are the largest that I’ve seen in the continental U.S., and the presentation of the dish was nothing short of impressive.

The diverse and expansive wine and handcrafted cocktail list is not to be underrated as well. The selection of cocktails and wines for all price points are served by highly knowledgeable and superbly trained staff.

“We don’t stop training here,” Ricci emphasized. “We put our servers to the test. We know that behind the scenes, mistakes can happen. We just can’t show it to our guests.”

Michael Morgan, general manager at Tony’s of Indianapolis, shared that they don’t necessarily hire individuals who have extensive culinary training or fine dining resumes.

“We go outside of the scope of hiring and hire people

since 1989. They know what I want, they know what I look for and they consistently deliver. Our steak seasoning has five different salts, five different peppers and then we use a couple different paprikas. Our heat from the broiler comes from the top, and we sear in the juices. You can go to all the other steakhouses, and you will taste salt or you will taste pepper. What you will taste with us is a combination of each, along

that we feel actually care and want to make a difference,” Morgan said. “We will spend all the time in the world training someone to do the technical things, but we can’t train somebody to have a personality.”

The restaurant offers a sophisticated and alluring ambiance without pretension.

It can accommodate private parties with two private rooms that are temperature-, lighting- and sound-controlled with A.V. capabilities.

“I personally feel that eating dinner here is unique to having dinner anyplace else,” Ricci said assuredly. “We actually want to entertain you, and we want you to have a good time.

When you dine with us, you will see what we do. We are just as much of the experience as the food is that arrives at your table. We are privileged to be here. Honored to serve you.

Let’s become friends.”

Rest assured, our dining experience was unique, and we had a great time. We can’t wait to return to see our new friends at Tony’s of Indianapolis.

To make a reservation, visit tonysofindianapolis.com 110 W Washington St, Indianapolis, IN 317-638-TONY (8669)

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Indy Facets Private Jeweler: EVERYONE’S PERSONAL JEWELER – BREAKING THE STEREOTYPES OF A TRADITIONAL JEWELRY STORE Writer // Janelle Morrison Photography // Laura Arick and Submitted

The most romantic day of the year is right around the corner. Are you still looking for the perfect gift or planning on “popping” the question this Valentine’s Day? Why not simplify your life and take the guesswork out of gift-giving? Visit Indy Facets Jeweler and enjoy a comfortable and meaningful experience.

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ndy Facets Private Jeweler is dedicated to being everyone’s private jeweler. Owner Shaun Goodyear and his highly trained and knowledgeable staff strive to be everything that a traditional jewelry store offers and so much more. Their one-on-one service, no-pressure sales and custom design experience separate them from any other traditional jewelry store.

Goodyear, a Carmel resident, realized his passion for gemstones and making jewelry in high school. After graduating, a former teacher encouraged Goodyear to try his hand at making jewelry as an occupation.

After researching the Gem-

ological Institute of America (GIA), Goodyear flew out to visit GIA’s campus and global headquarters in Carlsbad, California, where he quickly realized his purpose and destination.

Goodyear graduated in the top of his class in 2001 as a Graduate Jeweler Gemologist with Design and Wax. “I took every course they [GIA] offered,” Goodyear said. “I got a well-rounded education there.

Every job that I took afterward was to better round out my resume and experience level in different fields of the jewelry industry. Those who have been in our office understand what Indy Facets Private Jeweler does. What we are doing is so far removed from a traditional

jewelry store. We don’t have showcases and pushy salespeople. It’s a very calm and casual place for our clients.”

Similar to the car buying experience, people have been programmed to an industry standard of what a jewelry store looks and feels like – a standard that has been accepted by consumers because there was no other standard … until now.

“When I started Indy Facets Private Jeweler, the goal was and continues to be that we break every jewelry store stereotype,” Goodyear emphasized. “We want the client’s experience to be a fun, interactive and meaningful.

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“We fully embrace modern technology, computer/CAD software and 3D printing,” Goodyear explained. “Because of this technology, we can work at a higher level of quality, and in most cases, our creations are 30 percent less than if someone was to pick something out of the showcase. We make each piece with a little more love and care put into it versus a piece that was mass-produced.”

Everyone appreciates being unique, and owning a piece of custom-designed jewelry is not only affordable but is not as daunting of an experience as one might presume.

“One of the coolest things that we do is our custom design experience,” Goodyear shared. “It’s hard to pick out jewelry for other people. You may have an idea of what they like, but giving the opportunity for an interactive experience that allows the individual to have input in the design aspect and receive exactly

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what he or she wants is not only fun; it is meaningful.”

The process is simple. No matter the occasion, Goodyear and his team make the most out of it and take the fear completely out of the situation. “We work in any denomination,” he added. “When a gift buyer comes in and pre-pays for a custom design session, we set the budget and schedule an appointment a week or two later for the recipient to come in and begin the design process. We give the buyer a wooden box with a random 3D model in it, so when the recipient opens

it, they are surprised and a little confused. This prompts the buyer to explain that he or she has the opportunity to come see us and design the piece that he or she has always dreamed of making.”

For the last-minute shoppers, Indy Facets Private Jeweler also keeps a selection of unique in-stock pieces, created or curated by Goodyear with a variety of price options.

“We have a little bit of something for everybody,” Goodyear stated. “We also keep up on the latest trends, and it has been suggested that this year’s Pantone color

is going to be coral-colored stones. We love color and have mountains of colored stones to choose from.”

When it comes to engagement rings, Goodyear emphasized that buyers should look at more classic and timeless designs as trends come and go.

“It’s a ring that you’re going to have forever,” he said. “Keep it simple, classic and timeless.”

If you are considering a custom design experience with Indy Facets Private Jeweler and giving the one that you love a truly unique and memorable gift on Valentine’s Day, Goodyear recommends making your appointment as soon as possible. The standard timeframe for a custom piece is approximately four to five weeks.

For all other jewelry services, appointments are recommended to ensure the impeccable personal service that clients of Indy Facets Private Jeweler are accustomed to.

Indy Facets is located at 755 W. Carmel Dr. Suite 116 in Carmel.

You can schedule an appointment or get more info by calling 317-810-1665 or visit indyfacets.com

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hood Services, an organization that provides a variety of vital services and products for residents of the economically disadvantaged of the neareastside of Indianapolis.

Ticket are $75 each, and a ticket purchase includes great food prepared by the head chef at the Lucas Estate, all drinks and the two live concerts. Guests also get to meet the artists.

This concert kicks off our fourth season of Concerts for a Cause. There will be concerts in April, July and October. Attendance is limited to 300 people, which makes the event a very intimate concert experience.

“We are delighted with the growth of Concerts for a Cause over the past year with sold-out events and lots of

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new people attending these fun evenings of entertainment with an important mission. That support allowed us to donate almost $75,000 in 2018 to four local organizations helping kids and families in need. We expect the 2019 season to be our best to date, and we will continue to do all the good we can, in all the ways we can, for as many people as we can, for as long as we can,” said Bruce Kidd, cofounder of CFAC. Visit indyconcertsforacause.org for more information on the event.

Date: January 26 Location: Lucas Estate, 1143 W. 116th St. Reception with food and drinks: 6-7 p.m. Concerts: 7-9:30 p.m.

Op e n s 2 0 1 9 wi t h Th e S t e e l Whe e l s Writer // Neil Lucas • Photography // Courtesy of The Steel Wheels

Concerts for a Cause (CFAC) opens 2019 with its January concert featuring The Steel Wheels, a fantastic four-piece acoustic band from Virginia that plays a variety of folk and Americana roots music. “The Steel Wheels are very popular on the East Coast, and they don’t get to the Midwest very often, so this will be a great treat for our guests,” said Steve Neely, CFAC cofounder.

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“If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail.” – Benjamin Franklin While these words of wisdom by Benjamin Franklin are nearly 300 years old, they are as true to today as they were when spoken by Franklin. However, many of us think we are simply too busy with our lives to do any planning until it’s simply too late. One of the most common reasons people fail to plan is because they either don’t know where to start or how to begin. If you fall into either of these categories, you should simply contact Katie Charleston, a local attorney with experience in helping people plan for the needs of their family or business.

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harleston was born and raised in Orange County, California.

She and her family recently moved to Carmel after falling in love with the area while she accompanied her husband

on a business trip to the area.

Charleston is licensed to practice law in Nevada, California, Texas and Indiana.

Professionally, Charleston excelled in law school and received a law degree from the University of Pacific, Mc-

George School of Law. After a short stint in the Ventura County District Attorney’s office, Charleston went in-house to be General Counsel for a construction-related business for eight years. As General Counsel, she stepped into a

position where much of her time was spent managing the many lawsuits in which the company was unfortunately involved. In that position, Charleston saw firsthand what can happen if a business fails to plan properly.

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While Charleston enjoyed working with the executives in the role of General Counsel, she always wanted to be the kind of lawyer that helped people. With that in mind, Charleston began concentrating her practice within the Wealth Management area that includes both business and estate planning.

As Charleston began doing more work in the area of estate planning, she discovered a book written by Alexis Martin Neely, “Wear Clean Underwear!” Neely’s book is described as an essential guide to legal planning for busy parents, and it has catapulted Neely into becoming one of the nation’s top advisors in the area of family financial planning. Neely’s book had a significant impact on Charleston, and as a result, she reached out to Neely. The two have become friends, and Neely has even become a mentor to help Charleston to develop her practice to a more relationship-based model as opposed to the traditional transactional model. Charleston feels so strongly in the importance of the message on family financial planning in Neely’s book that she offers a free copy to prospective clients through her website.

Most typical estate planners use a transactional-based relationship where the client contacts and then consults with the attorney who prepares the documents for a plan and charges an hourly rate for the services.

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stances change.

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In addition to family financial planning, Charleston also utilizes her knowledge and experience gained as former General Counsel to offer business planning services.

While business planning and family financial planning might seem quite different, in most instances where the bulk of the family income and assets are derived from a family-owned business, the two are inextricably intertwined.

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MEGAN HILTY PALLADIUM: FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2019, AT 8 P.M. Writer // Janelle Morrison • Photography // Courtesy of The Center for the Performing Arts

Actress and singer Megan Hilty first gained fame on Broadway as Glinda the Good Witch in “Wicked,” Doralee Rhodes in “9 to 5: The Musical” and Brooke Ashton in “Noises Off,” which earned her Tony Award and Drama Desk Award nominations. She went on to light up TV screens as triplethreat Ivy Lynn in NBC’s musical drama “Smash” and Liz in NBC’s “Sean Saves the World,” along with recurring roles on “The Good Wife,” “Louie” and “Girlfriends’ Guide to Divorce.” Her acclaimed solo concerts feature songs from “Smash,” her own recordings, the world of musical theater and The Great American Songbook. Don’t miss Megan Hilty at the Palladium on Friday, February 15, 2019, at 8 p.m.

To purchase tickets, visit thecenterpresents.org.

At what age did you and/or your family realize that you had a musical gift? How was that gift nurtured throughout your childhood?

My mother said I was just always singing for as long as she can remember. My parents were never stereotypical “stage parents,” so they never pushed me to do anything theatrical. But they were always incredibly supportive whenever I expressed interest in studying music or getting involved in theatrical productions.

Do you recall your first on-stage performance? What play/musical was it, and what role did you play?

I don’t remember how old I was exactly, but I was very young when I did a youth theater performance of “Oliver” – I played Bet. I had one speaking line, one solo-singing line and I had to kiss Oliver on the cheek ... it was a VERY big deal!

We all have role models and people who have inspired us throughout our lives and careers. Who is one of your role models that continues to influence you the most today?

Definitely Bernadette Peters. I’ve always been in love with her as a performer, but when I had the chance to work with her on

“Smash,” I got to see for myself what an incredible person she is

What do you enjoy about performing for live audiences the most?

I love that very primal exchange of energy and feeling like I’m sharing a real moment with the audience. And when it’s live, anything can happen! No two shows will ever be exactly the PALLADIUM PERFORMER same, and I love that.

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offstage/screen, and now I love her even more.

You got your first big break after college in your Broadway debut as Glinda in “Wicked.” What was that experience like for you as you look back?

It was huge. That show changed my life in so many ways. It brought incredible people into my life and catapulted my career out of college.

What advice would you give up-andcoming talent like our Great American Songbook Academy kids, specifically when it comes to professional auditions and landing their first big role?

I have two pieces of advice: 1. Do everything you can in the theater – build sets, costumes, be in the backstage crew, take tickets, clean the theater, work in the box office ... This way, you can understand that you are a small piece in a very big puzzle. It takes a LOT of people to put on a show, and just because you’re the one in the spotlight, it doesn’t mean your job is more important than anyone else’s – and the best way to really learn that is to do those other jobs.

2. Just be nice. Period.

You are balancing a career in TV, movies, singing/recording and live performances as a wife, mother and talented human being. How do you balance the work/life routine?

My husband and I are constantly trying to navigate our work and life because it’s constantly changing. The great thing is that I have an incredible partner (in my husband), and we figure it out together!

What will the concert be like for attendees? Will you perform songs from The Great American Songbook?

It’ll be a mix of songs from Broadway, “Smash” and definitely a few from The Great American Songbook!

What production and role would you like to be in that you haven’t yet?

[Bucket list role] Mrs. Lovett in “Sweeney Todd.”

When you are not recording, acting, performing and being a wife and mother, what do you like to do to unwind and relax?

Ummm ... when I get some time to unwind, I’ll let you know! Ha!

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A New Exhibition and Contest Writer // Janelle Morrison • Photography // Lloyd Riley and Courtesy of the SullivanMunce Cultural Center

As previously reported in our December issue of Zionsville Monthly and officially announced by the SullivanMunce Cultural Center, we will be featuring the work of William “Lloyd” Riley and monthly submissions from the public as part of a new contest and exhibition.

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s previously reported in our December issue of Zionsville Monthly and officially announced by the SullivanMunce Cultural Center, we will be featuring the work of William “Lloyd” Riley and monthly submissions from the public as part of a new contest and exhibition.

“Through the Lens: Lloyd Riley, Photojournalist” will open just a little less than a year from now and will remain on exhibit until February 22, 2020. Visitors to the exhibit will see life in Zionsville throughout the 1950s, ‘60s and early ‘70s.

In addition to this remarkable exhibition, the SullivanMunce, in partnership with Zionsville Monthly, is announcing a community photography contest that is open to all ages. The photograph contest begins now through October 12, 2019. At the end of the contest, a photo in each of

three categories – Best Adult, Teen and Youth – will be judged by a selected panel and showcased next to Riley’s work at the opening of the exhibition.

The purpose of the contest is to add photographs from residents to the SullivanMunce’s Historical Collection, which documents life in Zionsville, past and present. Submission ideas include parades, sporting events, ribbon cuttings, businesses, contests, holiday activities, school activities, political races, landscapes/ streetscapes, police, fire, scouts, residences, special events, church events, etc.

The intention is to increase community involvement in preserving the history of Zionsville, increase the Historical Collection to include decades not currently represented and promote the mission of the SullivanMunce Cultural Center while honoring Riley in the process.

Look for our special section featuring a sample of the upcoming exhibition along with photo submissions from the community each month leading up to the opening of the exhibition.

Behind the Lens:

Lloyd Riley, the family man Riley was born on April 16, 1910, in Mohawk, Tennessee. He was a self-educated man, having dropped out of school after the eighth grade.

He married his bride, Virginia Jean Riley, in Lebanon, Indiana, in 1932.

The couple had one daughter, Pamela S. Riley Woodard, who was born November 15, 1947, and

passed away June 17, 2006.

Riley died January 4, 1995, in Northwest Manor Nursing Home in Indianapolis from congestive heart failure/coronary heart disease.

His funeral was held at Flanner & Buchanan in Zionsville, and he is buried alongside his wife in Zionsville Cemetery.

HOW TO SUBMIT YOUR PHOTOS OF LIFE IN ZIONSVILLE Final submissions due by October 12, 2019

• Website: sullivanmunce.org Fill out the form and upload photographs • Drop off photos to be scanned: SullivanMunce Cultural Center, 225 W. Hawthorne St., Zionsville • Mail in entry: SullivanMunce Cultural Center, 225 W. Hawthorne St., Zionsville Questions? Email info@sullivanmunce.org Posting on Social Media: Posting on social media is encouraged. However, to be considered for the exhibition and contest, you will need to submit entries via one of the ways outlined above.

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AN EPIC WOMEN’S ADVENTURE Writer // Janelle Morrison Photography // Submitted and Theresa Skutt

Have you ever dreamt about ditching your responsibilities and material possessions for just a bit and challenging your mind, body and spirit to experience things outside of your norm?

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here is a place in America that will set you free, and that place is the Grand Canyon. The challenge is the hike down and back up. The prize is the sense of accomplishment, reconnecting with yourself and the awareness that life is more than the daily grind.

A group of women, mostly local, recently embarked on a journey to the Grand Canyon. Some had never been, and some had never met one another until the excursion. Each of the ladies shared the impact that this trip has had on their lives and what they will carry with them in

their hearts rather than in backpacks on their shoulders.

Zionsville resident Wendy Schrepferman was the group’s organizer and mutual contact between the ladies.

Schrepferman shared the backstory of organizing the trip in part to celebrate her 50th birthday. She texted a group of eight ladies, many of which committed with a check that same day before discussing the trip with their own husbands!

“Five years ago, my mom, who is an avid outdoorswoman, put together a family trip to the Grand Canyon,” Schrepferman said.

“It [the idea to hike all the way down] just clicked. I saw two gentlemen hiking back up who had made the hike in one day, and I thought if they can do it, so can I.” The group of eight consisted of Schrepferman’s friends and Zionsville residents Anne Caughlan, Molly Mounce, Carrie Steffen, Misty Byers, Kathy BeMiller, Kris Skaff and Jill Mairn, who is a friend of Schrepferman’s from Cincinnati, Ohio.

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As a special surprise for Schrepferman, her mother, Linda Gerdenich, drove down from Aspen, Colorado, to join the ladies.

“I knew Wendy from Girl Scouts, and she knows that I never say no,” Caughlan said. “I was the first one who had my check in to her. I knew that I’d never get this chance again because I know how hard it is to get a reservation at the Phantom Ranch.”

Schrepferman compared trying to get a reservation at the Phantom Ranch, located at the bottom of the Grand Canyon, like trying to call Casey Kasem’s show to make a song request back in the day.

“I called 89 times on November 1, 2017, before I was able to make our reservation,” Schrepferman said. “The system has changed since our trip, and now you have to call just to get in a lottery and wait to be picked from the lottery.”

She took the first available opportunity that was available for the following fall.

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fall because it is more temperate and better weather for pre-menopausal and menopausal women,” she quipped. “I asked what dates were available then and immediately booked it.”

Skaff added, “Approximately 6.5 million people visit the Grand Canyon every year, and less than one percent go all the way down to the bottom.”

The group left for Las Vegas on Thursday, November 8, 2018, picked up a car and headed down to the Grand Canyon. They spent the night at The Rim and headed down the canyon the following morning.

After an arduous but exhilarating hike, the group spent Friday night at Phantom Ranch and then headed back up Saturday morning. They returned to Las Vegas and headed home happier, wiser and ready to share their new experiences.

Byers shared, “I didn’t know half of the group at all, but Wendy invited me because she knows that I love nature, exploring and adventure. I love connecting with women, natural beauty and a challenge. I loved everything about the trip and met new people along the way.”

The trip was impactful for each of the women in ways that they had not imagined but expressed their gratitude for.

“I’d never been on a women’s trip before,” BeMiller said. “I’d had been looking for one, and for me, when Wendy invited me, it was an immediate ‘yes!’ I was like, ‘Oh my God, this is my shot! Whatever I have to do, I will do it. I am in!’ It [the trip] was everything I wanted it to be.”

Schrepferman’s neighbor, Mounce, admitted she’s ready to go back and take her family to the bottom of the canyon.

“The canyon itself is amazing,” she said.

“I’ve done a lot of things in my life that I’m proud of, but none more than this.

The conversations that we had while we were hiking and the friendships that began and became stronger made this trip awesome. I would tell anyone to go do this trip.”

Skaff, who is originally from Colorado,

admitted that she is “that person” who likes to ask the deep questions as a way to learn more about people.

“It was fun getting to know the other people through the adventure,” Skaff said.

“I’m always one to ask the deep philosophical questions. That’s the best way to get to know people. This [trip] was difficult, breathtaking and amazing. I would love to do it again.”

Steffen, another one of Schrepferman’s neighbors, added, “I knew that Wendy wanted to do this for her 50th, so when she asked me, I didn’t even hesitate. I realized afterward that I had to get boots and gear and train for it. It was way more involved than I had expected, but it was 100 percent worth it!”

The group trained independently and as a group, walking with their backpacks filled with food, water and weights up and down the hill at Mulberry Park and walking the challenging trails at various state parks over the course of a year. The training paid off as all eight successfully completed the hike down and up without any major injuries – just sore bodies.

Collectively, the group expressed that everyone should experience the hike to the bottom of the Grand Canyon, the night under a crystal-clear sky filled with stars, the camaraderie and the personal sense of achievement that each woman experienced during the trip.

“See more, do more and be open to meeting new people,” Skaff offered. Followed by Byers who said, “Unplug, explore and get out of your comfort zone.”

Following Byers’ sentiment of taking a break from technology, Steffen shared, “It was empowering and exhilarating to be unplugged. I didn’t even turn on my phone until we made it out.”

Speaking about how people, women in particular, need to practice “self-care” more and take time for themselves, Mounce stated, “You just need to take the time to do something like this. Just say ‘Yes’ and go! By taking time for ourselves,

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we are better moms, wives and people.”

Caughlan and BeMiller added that this experience allowed them to communicate on deeper levels with their fellow hikers.

“I connected so deeply in our chats going down,” Caughlan said. “You don’t always get to do that in everyday conversation and just really open yourself up.”

BeMiller added, “I think women offer so much in the way of support and compassion to each other. We took turns encouraging one another. We had our moments where we were in the lead, in the middle and were the caboose of the ‘train.’ I thought it was really cool to exchange those roles.”

“Being in the company of and encouraged by seven strong, funny, positive, determined women was an equally beautiful and unforgettable experience,” Mairn shared.

As she gazed around her circle of friends, Schrepferman concluded, “My advice: Spend time with people you care about. Just do it and make it happen.”

Route down: SOUTH KAIBAB TRAIL • 7.5 miles (books say 7, but the group hiked all the way to Phantom Ranch beyond BA campground) • The lead group made it down in 5.5 hours Route up: BRIGHT ANGEL TRAIL • 10 miles (books say 9.5, but again, went from Phantom) • The lead group made it up in 6 hours.

Their goal was to complete the hike out in 7.5 hours, and they crushed it!

Elevation change = approx. 3,800 feet

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The Zionsville Youth Football League (ZYFL) welcomes its new president, Andrew Manna. Manna, a Zionsville resident, is the immediate pastpresident of the Zionsville Chamber of Commerce and is a partner with Church, Church, Hittle + Antrim. Excited for ZYFL’s 2019 season, Manna has expressed a genuine passion for youth sports and coaching and the multifarious benefits they have on the local community.

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YFL was established in 1994 and has proven to be a successful developmental feeder system for the Zionsville Middle and High School athletic programs. The mission of the ZYFL is to help its players learn and enjoy the game of football, develop their athletic skills and build character through hard work, fair competition, sportsmanship and teamwork.

The ZYFL is organized into Rec Football, Travel Football and Cheerleading.

ZYFL’s Cheerleading program is supervised by Natalie Ostrom.

We sat down with Manna to discuss ZYFL’s mission and some of its goals that he would like to see achieved during his term.

“We will kick-off, pun intended, 2019 with a ZYFL Board Retreat to talk about our goals for the years ahead,” Manna shared. “We have opportunities to expand and engage our community, which we hope to achieve through parent community informational meetings.”

“Football is one of the few sports that you absolutely have to engage every player on the field to work as part of a team,” Manna shared. “Eleven players

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must understand that they all serve a crucial part of executing a plan to achieve a goal. For young people, the friendships and fun that they will have together last a lifetime. I still remember the friendships developed at an early age and the overall physical work it took to be a football player. As a team, ZYFL expects sportsmanship from our players, which develops the players personally.”

In addition to the community involvement throughout 2019, Manna said that the ZYFL Board wants it to be a year of new experiences for its families as well.

He also mentioned that the organization has reached out to current and former NFL players/coaches to help promote the sport of football.

“We want siblings, grandparents and loved ones across the country to follow ZYFL and their special player,” Manna emphasized. “We will have a revamped website, fan experiences at the games and social media updates. We partner with the Indianapolis Colts for several opportunities during the season for our players/cheerleaders to visit the Colts facility and to play on the field during a Colts game.”

Providing opportunities for engagement and promoting active lifestyles for Zionsville’s youth is a priority for Manna and the entire ZYFL organization.

“I have admired our other community partners who bring kids onto the playing field for other sports like soccer and baseball instead of sitting at home playing video games,” he stated. “One quote that I heard recently is that football is a much better alternative than sitting at home eating sugar and developing diabetes. ZYFL wants to be in the discussion for parents as a healthy alternative for your kids to be engaged and active.”

Manna shared that ZYFL traditionally starts the pre-season training with a mid-July camp put on by the high school coaches.

“Registration will have an early bird pricing this year to give everyone plenty of notice and opportunity to get registered early,” Manna explained. “In addition, [Zionsville High School Football

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Head] Coach Pat Echeverria will organize a spring flag passing league to work on plays, passing, running and football skills. This will be the second year, and last year during the first spring season, we had over a 100 kids participate. We

are hoping to repeat that number and get kids excited in the spring about upcoming fall registration.”

Coach Echeverria sits on ZYFL’s Board and, according to Manna, guides the program from a perspective of what ZYFL wants the players to learn as they progress into Echeverria’s high school program.

Manna shared, “The volunteer coaches and Board work on an annual fundraising campaign to help refurbish equipment, purchase uniforms and pay for the costs of Grades 2-6 to participate in football.”

Off the field, coaches are required to engage in safety training through the USA Football Heads Up program. This is a nationally recognized standard for training coaches. Each coach is required to annually renew their training on topics like First Aid, proper blocking/tackling techniques and overall player management. ZYFL’s Equipment Team keeps its

helmets, shoulder pads and football gear updated with the latest technology.

The season kicks off the same weekend as the Zionsville Chamber of Commerce Street Dance Saturday, August 3, 2019. “ZYFL joined the Chamber as a Member in 2018, and we anticipate participating in more community events, such as Brick Street Market and Christmas in the Village,” Manna concluded. “We want to expose the young people to civic/community volunteer activities but also show the community how positive football is through our contributions. So, in 2019, expect to see more evidence of Zionsville embracing football.”

Watch for dates on zyfl.net or on ZYFL’s social media: Twitter @zyfleagle or Facebook. For inquiries about ZYFL, email Andrew Manna at amanna36@gmail.com.

ZYFL is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

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With all the buzz about new housing developments being proposed and slated in Zionsville and Whitestown, there has been some chatter about how prepared the Zionsville Community School (ZCS) district really is for the imminent growth of its student body (currently at 7,000), specifically within its elementary schools where the new developments will be located.

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e sat down with ZCS superintendent Dr. Scott Robison, CFO Michael (Mike) Shafer and COO Rebecca Coffman to discuss what strategies the district has been utilizing to predict and plan for the growth – and not just over the course of a year or two but for the next several years.

Robison stated that the district continues to work with the Indiana Business

Research Center (IBRC) at the IU Kelley School of Business. IBRC completed an updated demographic study last June and, according to Robison and his team, has been almost “supernaturally” accurate in terms of the district’s actual total enrollment for this year (6,986 projected versus 6,983 actual count).

“The IBRC has been extremely accurate for many years and has been tracking our growth for 20 years,” Robison said. “Becky

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[Coffman] chaired the Comprehensive Facilities Study two to three years ago, and that [study] has been constantly renewed as we’ve done things to help ensure that our buildings are ready.”

Coffman added, “There is a link to the most recent demographic study on our website. We utilize this information, and as Dr. Robison said, it [the study] is exceptionally accurate. Every spring, we look at our staffing needs at each level. We look at what these projections indicate about our growth with new residential developments coming online and the typical ins-and-outs that we have every year. The study has been a comprehensive planning tool to look at not just the following year but at where we will be in four. We have to map out the pathway to be prepared for that time.”

Robison explained that the district will need additional space in the not-so-distant future based on the projections that include new developments, such as the Holiday Property and new developments in West Zionsville.

“The fact of the matter is we will need new space,” Robison stated. “We know that, and we are projecting for that. In January, we’ll have some comprehensive meetings with our board to discuss our recommendations for the future based on this [demographic] study, the facilities study and the financial work that Mike [Shafer] does for the district, and we will hopefully move forward with our planning.”

As the district’s CFO, Shafer is tasked with the arduous work of overseeing its financial goals and strategies. With a new legislative session underway, Shafer remains hopeful that new measures will be taken to raise ZCS out of its current classification.

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“As the lowest funded [district] in the state, we would love to see something happen during this legislative session that would get us closer to the average,” Shafer shared. “Until that time, we are heavily dependent on the local referendum that is supporting somewhere north of 30 percent of our total teaching staff.”

Shafer emphasized that the current state of the district’s finances are “stable” but admitted that the continued growth of student enrollment will obviously continue to impact the district.

“The continued growth does stretch us at the seams a bit in a variety of ways,” Shafer said. “Part of our planning is strategic programming, strategic finance, looking at when will we need a new building and at what point in time do we begin the process. How does that look to our board, and how will that look to the taxpayers?”

When asked how soon the district would need a new building, Shafer

replied, “I’d say we’re three to five years at most. Within the next year, you’ll see us looking at the first steps towards that.”

Robison and his team spent a great deal of time visiting the district’s elementary schools and producing podcasts sharing the demographics study and their recommendations as well as at board meetings to ensure that the board and the public have access to the information and are well-informed about the current and future status of the district in terms of its growth.

“We preliminarily stated last spring that in the 2022-2024 timeframe, we have to have another elementary school,” Robison stated. “We’ve been planning very intensively, and when we talked at Stonegate [Elementary] and out west, people were like, ‘I get it,’ and were very cordial to us. It was a story that resonated well, and we’re hoping that we did a bit of education with those efforts and we will continue with those efforts.”

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