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Most juvenile athletic associations do background checks on parents aspiring to coach before they are permitted to interact with the children. Good. Yet even as these safeguards are in place and the parent volunteers are well intentioned, it’s important we NOT allow (or require) our coaches to become babysitters (aside from the apparent danger of leaving one›s progeny in the care of a stranger).

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Too often, the administration of local government entities, either out of intention or oversight, engages in obfuscation. The secrecy and resistance to transparency leads to a sense of general mistrust. Visibility, which brings the functions of the community into the public domain so that they may be known to we citizens, is an absolute. Certainly, local government is not alone in this foible. Anyone hoping to understand the tax code will at best find it unclear.

Even as governments implement byzantine structures seeking optimal outcomes, citizens presume flaws hidden behind the elaborate maze of the edifice. This mistrust often leads to the creation of more unnecessary complications, as other elected officials attempt to ameliorate the suspected bad action of their fellow leaders.

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Every week, we will print a portion of the U.S. Constitution, followed by a portion of the Indiana Constitution. We encourage you to benchmark government policies against these bedrock documents. Today: the Indiana Constitution.

Section 4. The Supreme Court shall have no original jurisdiction except in admission to the practice of law; discipline or disbarment of those admitted; the unauthorized practice of law; discipline, removal and retirement of justices and judges; supervision of the exercise of jurisdiction by the other courts of the State; and issuance of writs necessary or appropriate in aid of its jurisdiction. The Supreme Court shall exercise appellate jurisdiction under such terms

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and conditions as specified by rules except that appeals from a judgment imposing a sentence of death shall be taken directly to the Supreme Court. The Supreme Court shall have, in all appeals of criminal cases, the power to review all questions of law and to review and revise the sentence imposed. (History: As Amended November 3, 1970; November 8, 1988; November 7, 2000).

Section 5. Court of Appeals. The Court of Appeals shall consist of as many geographic districts and sit at such locations as the General Assembly shall determine to be necessary. Each geographic district of the Court shall consist of three judges.

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FROM THE BACKSHOP Conner making smart moves with schools Even though we opposed the passage of the schools referendum in Noblesville, we’re impressed with Supt. Libbie Conner’s plan to put the money to prudent use. She told a gathering of the Noblesville Chamber of Commerce last week that plans include construction, additions and renovations and that the new Promise Road Elementary School is to come. Programs are being restored, and standardized test scores and graduation rates are up. Things certainly are headed in the right direction, and we like having Conner at the helm. Now, if only we could get all school systems in line with the private sector.

Wishful thinking, we suppose.

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The precision with which the Navy SEALs carried out the mission – even after the mechanical failure of one of the Blackhawk helicopters – was the result of diligent training and a lot of cooperation from various sectors. With what we assume to be intelligence data from bin Laden’s compound in hand, we’re hopeful that additional terrorist strikes on our homeland and interests at the very least will be diminished.

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Rowland: Time is right to move on from council COMMENTARY

By Kevin Kane By now, Roy Johnson’s victory over Mary Sue Rowland in the Common Council District 1 primary last week is Rowland old news. In this week’s issue, however, I detail how a few risky decisions she made seemingly backfired in her campaign for a third term on the council.

I had the opportunity to talk with her after Election Day, when she’d had time to let everything sink in, and I was a bit surprised at her reaction to last Tuesday’s results. She wasn’t upset. She wasn’t disappointed. To my surprise, she said at one point that she was “truly satisfied,” with the results, which will most likely bring her political career to an end after 2011.

“I’m absolutely fine,” she said. “It’s time to let somebody else worry about it and be accountable and let me go do other things. I let the voters decide because I just couldn’t.”

Rowland filed to run on the day of the deadline, unable to make up her mind until the last minute. But now that District 1 voters have decided not to bring her back to the council, Rowland said she’s ready to move on and serve

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the community in other ways.

“I think there are some things that can be done, and need to be done, from the outside,” she said. “It may be even better than from the inside. I have more thoughts and projects and opportunities than anyone can imagine.”

Rowland served as the city’s mayor for eight years and will have been on the council for the same amount of time when her final term is finished. She said she’s excited about finishing up her final year, working through the city’s next budget and accomplishing as much as possible in the next seven months. After that, however, her political career will likely be over, but she won’t be finished trying to improve the city.

“I have very fond thoughts of the work and the memories. I feel like it’s been a great pleasure to contribute to my community and I think I have,” she said. “I’m still very passionate about Noblesville. I think it’s a great place, but it can be greater.”

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DISPATCHES » Leaders wanted – The Hamilton County Leadership Academy, which trains future community leaders through a 10-month program, is currently accepting applications for its next class. The application deadline is June 30. HCLA will hold an informal informational meeting on May 17, 8:30 a.m. at the Westfield city services building, 2728 E. 171st Street. To apply or learn more, visit www.hcla.net. » Bed race registration – Registration forms are now available for the inaugural Bed Race, to be he held May 21. The forms are available online at www.cityofnoblesville.org, and all proceeds from the event will benefit summer camp scholarships. For more information, call the Boys & Girls Club of Noblesville at 773-4372 or Noblesville Parks and Recreation, 776-6350. » Traffic changes – The Indiana Department of Transportation revised traffic patterns last week as construction activities enter a new phase at the Keystone Avenue/Interstate 465 interchange on the city’s northeast side. Motorists exiting I-465--both eastbound and westbound— will use new off-ramps to Keystone.

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Facing relationship conflicts head on COMMENTARY

By Danielle Wilson My husband and I rarely fight. I’m a pacifist by nature (the proud daughter of a 1960s Peace Corps volunteer!) and usually avoid all forms of confrontation. But last week we had a doozy, and it reminded me that sometimes a good oldfashioned argument is the only way to hash it out so that you can reconnect with your spouse.

Doo had been away on business for a couple of days. He’d returned just late enough on Wednesday that I couldn’t really catch up with him before bed, and then I didn’t see him again until after work on Thursday. Once kids were home from soccer, we finally had a chance to sit down on the couch and say hello. And by “say hello” I mean pretend we were teenagers and make-out. Nothing R-rated, of course, as all of our kids were in various other rooms of the house. In fact, after maybe two minutes, our 12year old effectively ended our party with “Moom! I’m standing right here! And you told me you would help me with math.” Boo! A nonverbal agreement to recommence said interrupted activities transpired between Doo and I as I got up to fulfill my homework duties.

I spent about 10 minutes going over combinations and other confusing probability problems with my son, then nodded to Doo that we were about finished. But just as I stood, our firstgrader appeared and asked for help with read-

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I went in search of Doo, ready to finally have some time alone, and found him in the laundry room putting on sneakers. “I’m going to Lowe’s” he sulked. “I’m not in the mood anymore.”

When we were done (like a turkey), I went in search of Doo, ready to finally have some time alone, and found him in the laundry room putting on sneakers. “I’m going to Lowe’s” he sulked. “I’m not in the mood anymore.”

Now, under normal circumstances, I would have fired back a “fine” and stomped off to our room to silently cuss him out and let him handle the bedtime routine by himself as punishment. Then I’d ignore Doo for about 18 hours and finally send him an apologetic email, accepting blame for the entire “incident,” even though I’d know it wasn’t entirely my fault.

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ing. She had only 20 minutes until her bedtime, so naturally, I sat right back down and started in with “Lizzie’s Stage Fright.” Doo appeared unhappy by this decision, but I ignored him.

It was only going to take five minutes to work through the story and questions.

about his attitude this time just honked me off.

And I told him so, in no uncertain terms.

“You’re just mad because you feel like I chose the kids over you, and you’re overreacting because you didn’t get your way.”

“Do you not know me at all?” he retaliated as he headed upstairs to get his fleece jacket. “I’m not going to have this fight with you again!” I followed him, determined not to let him steamroll me into guilt.

We never yelled or screamed at each other, and no objects were thrown, but we had a seriously heated “discussion” over wants and needs and our nonexistent telepathic powers, and finally, the importance of accepting responsibility for each of our parts in contributing to tiffs that stem from miscommunication. Afterwards, I felt validated, and my husband felt loved. And the best part? Doo kind of digs it when I get all mad and sassy. So we were able to have our alone time after all!

Turns out, conflict isn’t necessarily a bad thing, especially when it’s handled in a healthy and respectful manner. You can clear the air and then enjoy making up. Peace out.

Danielle Wilson is a Carmel resident and contributing columnist.

You may e-mail her at danielle@ currentincarmel.com.

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Current in Noblesville Aaron Ruben Nelson Mortuary will feature works of art from 10 members of the Hamilton County Artists Association throughout the month of May. The show is part of an art series established

by Aaron Ruben Nelson to encourage area artists and extend their reach beyond their usual venues.

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County to host Zoeller’s golf event Current in Noblesville The famous Wolf Challenge organized by professional golfer Fuzzy Zoeller is coming to Hamilton County this summer.

The 15th annual Fuzzy Zoeller’s Wolf Challenge will include famed golfers Fuzzy Zoeller, Craig Stadler, Ben Crenshaw and Curtis Strange and will be held at Westfield’s Bridgewater Club August 12 through 15. The three-day golf event will include participant play on Friday and Saturday and the Wolf Challenge on Sunday. Par-

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Zoeller’s Wolf Challenge, typically held in Speedway, has raised nearly $2 million for charity over the past 14 years and supports Fuzzy’s Charities for Kids. Last year’s recipients included Riley Children’s Foundation and March of Dimes.

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By Kevin Kane Current in Noblesville Mary Sue Rowland’s decision to seek a different seat on the Common Council will leave her off the council altogether next year.

Rowland, Noblesville’s Rowland mayor from 1988 to 1996, has served as an at-large member of the council since 2004. When she filed to run in last week’s primary, however, she chose to run to represent District 1, going head to head with another incumbent, Roy Johnson, in the process.

Johnson Long before every precinct had reported last Tuesday, though, it was clear that Rowland would not win the Republican nomination and would not return to the council for a third term.

She was defeated by a final tally of 420 to 251.

Rowland may have been more successful if she had attempted to retain her current at-large seat, but she said after filing in February that her decision to seek the District 1 seat was a strategic one.

“Running at-large in the [primary] election had the possibility of either knocking out a good council member, Brian Ayer, or a loss myself,” Rowland said in February. “At the time of my decision, I had no idea so many good people would run for council at-large.”

After Election Day, Rowland said she didn’t know if running as an at-large candidate again

would have yielded different results. She added that Jeff Zeckel who, along with Ayer, won the at-large nomination, ran a good race, and she isn’t sure that she would have been able to beat Zeckel and the other at-large candidates.

She said she knowingly took a different risk, however, with some of the information she included in her campaign platform. She said in her campaign that some of her top concerns included reinvesting in the city’s historic downtown, tourism and adding more greenery to roadways – issues that she said last week could have turned away some voters, given the current economic climate.

“It is what it is; I am not unhappy with the result,” she said. “I don’t have enough brains to quit. Had I not run, and that was a consideration, I would have always wondered.”

Johnson, who has been on the council since 2008 including serving as its president in 2010, credits the strong support of District 1 voters and local leaders and organizations for his victory.

He said in February that he wasn’t surprised about Rowland’s decision to run against him but said he was confident that voters would continue to support him regardless of who was on the ballot with him. Last Tuesday’s numbers proved him right, and despite the fact that he was challenged by another experienced incumbent, he wasn’t surprised by his wide margin of victory.

He said he spent many hours going door to door to speak with residents and was confident, from these interactions, that he would receive a great deal of support on Election Day. “I’m honored that the voters wanted me back in that district seat again,” he said. “I’m very grateful for all the support I had.”

Two newcomers win nominations

By Kevin Kane Current in Noblesville The 2012 Common Council will include at least two new faces, and these may be political newcomers Rick Taylor and Jeff Zeckel.

Longtime council Taylor member and District 3 representative Dale Snelling did not seek re-election, and current at-large councilwoman Mary Sue Rowland filed to run for the District 1 seat, leaving two vacancies on the council. Taylor and Zeckel won the Republican nominations for these two seats, and while they were the only newcomers to win on Election Day, their names

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are not new to the community.

Taylor is a retired assistant fire chief with more than 33 years of experience with the Noblesville Fire Dept. He defeated John Elliott and Dale Kenney in the District 3 race.

“I think [the voters] ought to be proud that they had three very capable candidates running to represent District 3,” Taylor said. “I’m thankful they chose me and I’m ready to get to work.”

Zeckel and incumbent Brian Ayer won the two GOP at-large nominations over Terry Busby, Andy Corman and Rex Dillinger. Zeckel works for the Noblesville Times and is an active community volunteer who said this was his next step in serving Noblesville.

“I’m just very pleased with the way that the community supported me and I will just do the best job I can,” he said.

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My dream world is the same as reality crones again?

COMMENTARY I guess if someone were to analyze my

By Krista Bocko dreams they’d say I’m an eco-freak in real life I’m fascinated by dreams. I love to hear and read about dreams. Fantastical dreams, dreams and in my dream world. That’s messed up, isn’t it? that can be mined for meaning and archetypal symbolism—symbols like snakes and labyrinths and crones—dreams where you wake up Krista Bocko lives in “Old Town” with this incredible story fabricated right out Noblesville with her husband and four children. She can be reached of your own mind with no conscious effort as via her blog at www.cachetwrites. you’ve slept. com.

I don’t think I’ve ever really dreamed these great dreams. Back in high school, I remember one of my teachers telling my class that it helps to try to recall dreams right upon waking up, but I rarely stay in bed long enough to try to recall what I may have been dreaming.

I’ve tried keeping a dream journal. It remains largely empty. Dreams are supposed to be one of the purest sources of knowledge, but I don’t have dreams in which figures appear or things happen that have deep meaning, like a friend who recently dreamed about her teeth falling out, which apparently means anxiety or concerns about appearance.

My dreams, when I do have and recall them, are pretty literal. A few months ago, I wrote a column titled “Dreaming of a foam-free world.” In my dream, I was back at my alma mater, Purdue, in my old Windsor dining hall. I was excited to be back for a visit until I looked around and was crushed to see polystyrene plates and cups being used in place of real plates and glasses.

As I’ve said, eco-consciousness permeates everything in my life, even my occasional dreams.

So a few weeks ago I had another dream that stuck with me. Here it is: I was travelling to area schools and libraries and giving talks on why they needed to recycle and how to implement recycling programs in their buildings. Recycling in my dreams, even!

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Words without meaning COMMENTARY

By Brenda Alexander I’m a stickler for proper word use. I try to use proper grammar. So listening to the news with me is not always going to yield a discussion of politics. It often yields a discussion of the English language.

Just as poor political philosophy can prove fatal, so can a misplaced comma. Take, for example, the following scenario: a panda walks into a bar, orders a meal, pulls out a gun, shoots the waiter and leaves. This is the image I get when reading the title: Eats, Shoots and Leaves

by Lynne Truss. The misplaced comma turns an innocuous description of a panda’s feeding habits into a crime scene.

So, if something so minor can lead to such a tragic misunderstanding,

what can the use of a wrong word or phrase do?

Clever turns of phrase have always intrigued and delighted me. But lately I’ve been inundated with phrases that are not only lacking in delightfulness, but in meaning as well.

On cable news I heard that “enhanced interrogation techniques move combatants from a spirit of defiance to a zone of cooperation.” Hmm. Recently, with regards to Libya’s no-fly zone, we were apparently not at war, but rather engaged in a front-loaded, resource-committed “kinetic military action.”

Huh? George Orwell, the inventor of “newspeak,” wrote an essay in 1946 called Politics and the English Language in which he asserted that modern “prose consists less and less of words chosen for the sake of meaning, and more and more of phrases tacked together like sections of a prefabricated hen-house.” These phrases have a tendency to lull our brains into sleep mode.

They are rhythmic with no real meaning, so talking heads can talk for a long time without saying anything at all.

Clichés are metaphors that have been rendered meaningless by overuse. What do you call a cliché that is so overused that the user cannot even explain it? A former student of mine once wrote that his product had “past the mustard.”

The original image of a cavalry officer standing beneath the glaring desert sun in predawn light, leather oiled, neatly attired, saber gleaming as his officer declared he had “passed muster” was destroyed by homonyms!

So next time you hear that someone was “down-sized” or you see someone write “tow the line” instead of “toe the line” realize that through carelessness and often through intent, their words are misleading you.

These phrases have a tendency to lull our brains into sleep mode.

Brenda Alexander is a freelance writer and resident of Noblesville. You can contact her at AlexanderInk@ comcast.net.

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Building for the future A look at referendum-funded Promise Road Elementary and Noblesville Schools’ other construction projects

By Darla Kinney Scoles Current in Noblesville On a recent blustery April afternoon, nearly 100 people gathered in a local farm field to break ground on what will soon become Promise Road Elementary School. Perhaps representative of the thousands who voted to keep Noblesville Schools growing via referendum, the group watched as six youngsters, themselves representing each grade level of the future school’s inaugural class, turned the ground and thus began the turning of wheels on the newest addition to a burgeoning school system.

Maurice and Mayra Tuesca were there, cheering on their six-year-old daughter Daniella as she donned a hard hat and turned a shovel.

Daniella and her older sister Grace will soon both attend the new school - with mixed feelings as they leave their beloved Stony Creek Elementary.

Noblesville Schools Superintendent Libbie Conner is confident the family will be just as pleased with their newer, closer school come 2012. All residents, she said, will be getting much for their money when this, Phase 2 - as well as Phase 1 - of the Noblesville Schools improvement projects is completed.

“We say ‘thank you, thank you, thank you’ to every member of our community for supporting us,” said Conner at the groundbreaking, “This school is much-needed to say the least. You are truly the ones making this possible.”

The construction of Promise Road Elementary School is the second phase of the district’s “Keeping Our Schools Strong” building project.

It will provide an elementary school with an enrollment capacity of 700 children in the fastgrowing southeast area of the school district.

“The impact of the new school will be felt throughout the school district,” Conner said.

“Promise Road, along with the additions at all other elementary schools except Noble Crossing, gives us the capacity to keep fifth-grade students in our elementary schools and provides room for growth at the elementary level.”

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from farm to school The 40 acres on which Promise Road Elementary School will sit, and the more than seven acres of woods, were once part of the 80 acres making up Reynolds Farm.

The land was sold to Noblesville Schools by Mona and Joe Reynolds, who first purchased the property in 1958. The couple donated the entire wooded area.

Building details According to information released before the passing of the district’s facilities referendum, it will cost about $21 million to create Promise Road Elementary and would have cost about $18 to renovate the soon-closing Forest Hill Elementary. Some of the features of the Promise Road school project include: • Seven acres of dedicated woods to the north of the building for learning and interaction • Superior site safety with separation of bus and vehicle traffic and a secure vestibule into reception space • High-durability finishes for building

Conner said there are many educational benefits to keeping fifth-grade students at the elementary schools.

“At the same time, the additional classrooms at the elementary level allow us to use two current facilities - Noblesville Middle School which now houses grades 7 and 8 and Noblesville Intermediate School which now houses grades 5 and 6 - as middle schools for grades 6-8,” she

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added. “Both of those schools now enroll more than 1,400 students. With three grades divided between the two schools, enrollment at each will be closer to the 1,000-1,100 range.”

Also at that groundbreaking was Kevin Hunt, Chief Operating Officer for Shiel-Sexton Company, the construction management contractor charged with seeing that the new school is ready to open its doors for the 2012-13 school year.

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Hunt said work on the site is scheduled for this month and will be complete by July 2012.

“The building is going to be a wonderful combination of building a state-of-the-art school while holding the line on construction cost,” Hunt said. “The project is being delivered with a design-build contract, therefore the construction cost and design are integral, providing the best value for Noblesville taxpayers.”

The project is being delivered through a design-build contract, which Conner said gives the district the biggest bang for its buck. But while Shiel-Sexton offered the best value for Phase 2, a small committee determined that another company, Performance Services, was the best economic choice for the additions and renovations of Phase 1.

“A part of the purpose of Phase 1 is to bring equity to all our schools,” Conner said. All of our schools will have the same handicap accessibility, the same technology capabilities, etc., as the new Promise Road school.”

Promise Road will include some state-of-theart features and amenities, but Conner said its most important feature could be the sense of community it brings to Noblesville, especially in neighborhoods nearby. Conner feels the east side of Noblesville will pull together as Promise Road Elementary gathers them in a way not currently found in that rapidly-growing area.

One more thing the Tuesca family can look forward to.

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DISPATCHES » Autism House – A team from the 20th class of the Hamilton County Leadership Academy will present “The Autism House: Visual Supports for the Home” from 5 to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday at Conner Learning Center, 1700 E. Conner St. This is a resource for families who live with the daily challenges of autism. The open house will feature a living room, bedroom, dining room/homework area, kitchen, bathroom, and an outdoor area, all set up with visual supports to aid individuals on the autism spectrum as they go about their daily routines at home. Helpful information from a variety of sources will be available. » Brain boot camp – Brain Balance Achievement Centers in Indianapolis will offer children with possible learning issues a potential summer boost with its Boot Camp for the Brain program during summer months. If parents sign up for the required child assessment by May 15, they will receive $100 off the assessment. And if the program is started by May 31, parents will receive $500 off the program. Call 843-9200 for more information.

» Notre Dame is best investment? – Bloomberg Businessweek and PayScale conduct an annual ranking of U.S. colleges and universities to determine which schools provide the best return on investment. In the most recent rankings, Notre Dame had the best ROI of all Indiana schools and ranked it No. 10 in the country. After financial aid, graduates pay an average of $94,120 for their degrees. The average 30-year net return for graduates is $1,513,000. The state’s runner-up was Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology.

-www.businessweek.com » Skating through B-school – Business majors spend less time preparing for class than do students in any other broad field, according to the most recent National Survey of Student Engagement: nearly half of seniors majoring in business say they spend fewer than 11 hours a week studying outside class. In their new book “Academically Adrift: Limited Learning on College Campuses,” the sociologists Richard Arum and Josipa Roksa report that business majors had the weakest gains during the first two years of college on a national test of writing and reasoning skills. And when business students take the GMAT, the entry examination for M.B.A. programs, they score lower than students in every other major.

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Prom: The experience is worth the stress TEEN LIFE

By Jenna Larson As many of you know, prom is a pretty important event to high school students. It’s been portrayed in movies for decades, and for many, it’s been the center of conversations and anxiety attacks for weeks.

The whole month leading up to the event is stressful, to say the least.

The guys have to go get fitted for their tuxes and make sure their vests/ties match their dates’ dresses. Oh, yeah … they have to get dates, too.

It weighs heavily on the shoulders of the dudes to summon the courage to ask someone to escort them.

Then, they have to get corsages to match their dates’ dresses, too. They’re also in charge of getting tickets, making dinner plans and figuring out transportation.

We ladies have some matters to take care of as well. Our first priority is to pick out a dress.

And let me tell you, they’re all expensive and complicated to find in a suitable size. Once we have that figured out, we have to stress about plans for pictures, picking out a boutonniere for our dates, getting our nails done, having matching shoes/jewelry, make-up, and how we’re ever going to get ready after school in time for the dance.

It can be a bit overwhelming.

But when that Friday night rolls around, the memories are well worth the worries.

This year, after putting up with the constant flash of cameras from everyone’s parents, my boyfriend and I were off to dinner, and then to the hotel in Indianapolis where the event was held this year.

We arrived, all done up, and made our way to the heavily decorated room where the dance floor was. Once more people showed up, the music got a little faster and a little louder, and everyone could finally enjoy themselves. Those were the precious few hours toward which all the anxiety and stress had been directed.

After everyone was worn out and sweaty, a huge group of students headed for Steak ‘n Shake. I don’t think the feeling of being way overdressed so late at night while sipping on a cookie dough milkshake could ever get old.

Like all good things, though, the night had to come to an end. By the early morning, I was exhausted and happy, and so ready to get some sleep.

But I didn’t sleep for very long. The next morning came pretty early. Prom weekend wasn’t over quite yet. But once again, that’s another story for another column.

Jenna Larson is a junior at Noblesville High School and is opinions editor for The Mill Stream.

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DISPATCHES » Easier dieting – People tend to serve themselves much more food when given large bowls and spoons, according to a study in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine. Watch the glasses, too: Studies at the Food and Brand Lab at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign found that when people used short, wide glasses, they poured 76 percent more soda, milk or juice than when they used tall, slender ones.

-www.quickandsimple.com » One airline cutting fees – Frontier Airlines has announced that it’s reducing the fee to change flight itineraries from $100 to $50 on economy fares. It’s also adding a $5 discount on the first checked bag fee for checking in online at FrontierAirlines.com. If you log on before your flight, you’ll pay $15 instead of $20. No fee for travelers with Classic fares, which are more expensive.

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If necessary, go after phlox and artemisia with a sharp spade or even an ax. If delphinipoppies ums need to be divided, remove and replant the new little plants growing around the outside of the clump.

Discard the hard old heart. 2. Scatter crushed eggshells in a thick ring around roses to deter slugs. 3. Sow annual poppies and baby’s breath in borders for midsummer bloom by scattering them between the other plants, covering with fine soil, and tamping down gently.

-www.almanac.com » Pairing wines and vegetables – Tomatoes, which are acidic, will taste better with a relatively acidic red, like a Sangiovese. Pair dark, leafy greens like spinach or chard with light reds such as Gamay; greens make full-bodied reds too astringent. Match mushrooms, lentils, miso and other earthy ingredients with an earthy red like Pinot Noir. Tannins intensify heat, so for dishes with hot chiles, pour soft, fruity reds like Zinfandel. Protein-rich vegetarian dishes (with cheese, for instance) often stand up to tannic reds like Syrah.

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By Tracy Line According to the Department of Transportation, in 2010 the airlines mishandled or lost more than 2 million bags. That equates to roughly 5,500 bags per day. Statistics show 80 percent of lost bags are returned to the rightful owners within 24 hours, and 99 percent are returned within five days.

What happens to the other 1 percent? It never gets returned.

Where does it go?

Scottsboro, Ala. Scottsboro is home to the Unclaimed Baggage Center, where nearly all unclaimed luggage from the major airlines is sold to the public.

The Unclaimed Baggage Center was the brainchild of H. Doyle Owens. Founded in 1970, Owens and his wife Sue started their venture as a part-time business, yet their hobby quickly turned into full-time venture. In ’78 the Owens incorporated, and in ’95, they sold the business to their son, Bryan.

This unique store is Alabama’s largest tourist attraction, with more than 800,000 annual visitors. The premises take up an entire city block.

In addition to aisles and aisles of discounted

merchandise, there’s a concierge desk and an espresso shop.

Visitors come out of curiosity, and to find great deals. “Many of our guests come again and again,” says owner Bryan Owens. “But whether people are visiting for the first time or are among the regulars, everyone enjoys the sense of adventure in seeing what treasures they can find ...”

While the store turns more than1 million pieces of merchandise a year, don’t think the airlines are dying to sell your Garfield nightshirt. Unclaimed baggage is typically kept in the airport terminal for five days before being shipped to a warehouse. It remains here for up to 90 days, where employees work hard to match bags to owners. If they’re unsuccessful, the luggage is declared unclaimed, and sold by the pound to Unclaimed Baggage. For information, visit www.unclaimedbaggage.com.

Visitors come out of curiosity, and to find great deals.

Tracy Line is the owner of Noblesville Travel and a travel writer. Contact her at tracy@noblesvilletravel.com. For travel tips and information check out her blog at www.noblesvilletravel.com.

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Manager at Panera Bread Where do you like to eat? I go to a couple places, but the one I really like is Scotty’s Brewhouse.

What do you like to eat there? All the food is really good, but I like their cheeseburgers.

Why do you like Scotty’s Brewhouse? What really got me was their beer mug club. They have a lot of drink specials and a young crowd, so everything is laid back.

3905 E. 96th Street Phone: 317-574-0101

The scoop: Firehouse Pizza is a local pizza place and serves as proof that great things can come in small packages.

The modest building, just a few minutes from the square, offers diners a uniquely decorated location in which to enjoy a variety of fresh pizzas, as well as other dinner entrees, such as lasagna or spaghetti.

Type of food: Pizza Price: $10-20

Specialty menu items: A variety of specialty pizzas, Big T Texas Tenderloin, Apple Bosco Sticks Dress: Casual Reservation: Phone orders accepted Smoking: None Hours: 4 p.m. – 10 p.m.

Sunday through Thursday 4 p.m. – 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday Address: 807 S. 10th Street, Noblesville Phone: 773-3000

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Writer/director Derek Cianfrance uses an unconventional narrative structure, intercutting scenes of young love between Dean and Cindy with a parallel storyline set a decade or so later, as their marriage crumbles beneath them.

From the outset, we know their relationship is doomed, which lends a poignancy to its charming, uncertain inception.

The scene where, on their first date, Dean strums on a ukulele and sings in a funny warble while Cindy dances for him is utterly heartbreaking, because we realize this moment repre-

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Observing the cold stalemate of her parents’ marriage, Cindy wonders how she can trust her feelings, since they can fade over time. In the older version of herself, she has reached this point, even if she isn’t quite ready to admit it to Dean, or herself.

A Sundance hit that didn’t light any fires at the box office or awards – Williams was nominated for an Oscar but, inexplicably, Gosling was not – “Blue Valentine” is sad, sweet moviemaking for grown-ups.

Movie: B-plus Read more of Chris Lloyd’s review of current films and DVD’s at www. captaincritic.blogspot.com or www.

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Pay homage with tamales COOKING

By Clint Smith My first food-service job was at a Mexican restaurant, so I’m biased when it comes to the aforementioned fare. Often mistaken for Mexican Independence Day, Cinco de Mayo honors the Mexican victory over French troops in Puebla in 1862. Like many facets of the Mexican food-culture, Americans have discovered that Cinco de Mayo is much more than half-priced margaritas.

I asked one of my students, who happens to hail from Hispanic lineage, what his family would prepare as part of a traditional Cinco de Mayo celebration. I had a suspicion about what he might say, and his response confirmed my guess: tamales.

Aside from the corn husk (discarded before eating), the most distinct feature of tamales is the masa. Functioning as a dense and savory shell during the steaming process, masa harina is dried corn that has been finely ground to a flour-like consistency. Both husk and masa underscore the deep-rooted importance of corn, which was a sacred plant to the Aztecs.

Have fun with this, set up an assembly line, and get the kids involved – because that’s another beloved elemental in the food traditions of Mexico: family.

Clint Smith is an honors graduate of the Cooking and Hospitality Institute of Chicago, Le Cordon Bleu, and is currently a culinary arts instructor at Central Nine Career Center in Greenwood. To read more about techniques and recipes, visit www.cookingwithclint.com.

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May 12 Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre: The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940s Marian University, 3200 Cold Springs Road, Indianapolis May 6 through 21. Times: 7 p.m. on Thursdays, 8 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. on Sundays.

Tickets are $21 for Thursdays and $28 for Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays and can be purchased by calling 923-4597 or visiting www.civictheatre.org.

This kooky play features a motley crew of characters that gather in a mysterious mansion to pitch a Broadway musical to potential backers. Complete with revolving bookcases, trap doors, secret passageways and cases of mistaken identity, the show is a riotous homage to the corny thrillers of Hollywood’s heyday.

May 13 Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre: G2 in concert The Academy of Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre, 329 Gradle Drive, Carmel May 13 and 14 at 7 p.m., May 15 at 2 p.m., May 20 and 21 at 7 p.m. and May 22 at 2 p.m.

Tickets are $10 and are available at the door.

This is a performance by G2, the pre-professional, student dance ensemble of Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre. The company of 10 dancers will present classic pieces from the GHDT repertoire including excerpts from “Lagaan.”

May 14 Actors Theatre of Indiana: Chicago The Studio Theatre Friday, April 29 – May 22 Tickets available by phone at 317-843-3800 or online at actorstheatreofindiana. org/.

A universal tale of fame, fortune and all that jazz; one show stopping song after another; and immortal staging by Bob Fosse, no wonder the show has wowed audiences all around the world. Join Roxie Hart, Velma Kelly and the rest of the “Merry Murderesses” as they vie for the spotlight and the headlines during that era known as the roaring twenties.

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Two leaders within the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra’s string section – Concertmaster Zach De Pue and Principal Violist Michael Isaac Strauss – will take center stage as soloists in concerts featuring Mozart’s “Sinfonia concertante” for violin and Viola and the Baroque masterpiece, “The Four Seasons” by Vivaldi.

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DISPATCHES » Community names new exec – Community Health Network announced that Ronald Strachan has been appointed chief information officer. He assumes the position left vacant by Ed Koschka, who retired last October. » Free seminar – Join Otolaryngologist, Dr. Brad Bichey, on May 12 to learn more about common sinus issues and treatment options including a new surgical now offered at the Riverview Sinus Center. The event, including dinner, will take place at 6 p.m. in the Krieg DeVault Conference Center in the lower level of the Riverview Women’s Pavilion, entrance 11. To register, visit riverview.org or call 770-5835. » Deadline nearing – Time is running out to register for the Riverview Hospital Foundation’s Women’s Retreat Sept. 28 at Montego Bay. Space is limited, and May 25 is the deposit deadline. Call 536-5592 for details or to register. » Deadly throat spray? – The FDA has notified healthcare professionals and patients that they are receiving reports of methemoglobinemia, a serious and potentially fatal side effect, associated with benzocaine products. The condition can occur when benzocaine is used either as a spray used during medical procedures to numb the mouth and throat, or as overthe-counter gels and liquids used to relieve pain from conditions such as teething and canker sores. Methemoglobinemia is a condition in which the amount of oxygen carried through the blood stream is greatly reduced. In severe cases, methemoglobinemia can result in death.

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Patients take one 30-mg pill of this per day for about $280 per month. Consumer Reports, however, found Metformin (a generic) to be just as effective. One 500mg generic pill is taken three times per day for $4 per month, a monthly savings of $276.

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Did anyone say cellulite?

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By Laura Marenco OK ladies, we are all victims of it at some time: cellulite. In fact, I have been fighting it since I was a teenager. Luckily, after so many years, and after trying things like topical creams, I came to find out we do not need to spend thousands of dollars treating what some of us would consider “woman’s No. 1 enemy!” Here is what has worked for me, and I am sure if you are patient and consistent you can get rid of cellulite too!

First of all, cellulite is not only seen on obese people. Skinny people may have it too, and nine out of 10 women will get cellulite, which in itself is lumpy fat just below the skin. According to research, this is what can contribute to this problem: little exercise, processed junk food with simple sugars, not enough water consumption, cigarettes, and even stress and hormone imbalance.

Supplements containing amino acids are terrific when it comes to battling cellulite.

Well I refused to be another statistic. I started consuming water more regularly, to the point of almost a gallon a day, cleaned up my diet from simple sugars (pastries, candy, sodas), decreased my consumption of alcohol, exercised at least five times a week, incorporated weight training four times a week to develop lean muscle, and did cardio sessions at least five times a week.

In addition to a good quality multivitamin and pure fish oil, I introduced whey protein into my diet, which contains amino acids. Supplements containing amino acids are terrific when it comes to battling cellulite. Amino acids can help to rebuild collagen in the skin, thereby supporting the recovery of cellulite.

Caffeine is not the enemy it was once perceived to be when it comes to body fat. It has the properties to dissolve fat cells that are helpful in the reduction of cellulite. In fact, when it comes to dealing with cellulite, consuming moderate amounts of caffeine can prove to be helpful.

In considering supplements that are helpful in dealing with, you will want to keep in mind there are products that combine different ingredients that can work synergistically. These combination products can be particularly effective, such as a thermogenic, which will have a combination of caffeine sources and other herbs.

Always consult with your physician before you start taking a new supplement. And good luck!

Laura Marenco is a certified personal trainer and nutritional advisor for PointBlank Nutrition.

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Plastic surgery for men growing COMMENTARY

By Bary Eppley One of the most common reasons men appear for facial plastic surgery revolves around one issue: They are tired of looking tired.

The classic story I often tell is one of the differences between being younger and older. In college, you pull an all-nighter, and the next day, looking like you had, proudly proclaim your accomplishment when asked. When you are older, you get eight hours of sleep and go into work, and the first thing someone asks is, “Did you pull an all-nighter?”

Eyelid lifts, or blepharoplasties, can clean up that tired look by removing extra skin and fat from around the eyes that has developed over the years. But blepharoplasty is just one of the growing number of cosmetic procedures for men. Facelifts, hair transplants and stomach and love handle liposuction make up most of the age-fighting operations.

While men were once just a minute fraction of any plastic surgeon’s practice, those numbers have grown to represent 15-20 percent today. Men of all ages are growing more comfortable with the idea of getting help for their looks. It is simply more acceptable today, another example of the rapidly changing social attitudes sweeping our society.

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competitive. While looking good and appearing energetic has always been important, in a tough job market it is important to look as best as one can. Last week, a man came in who was between jobs and wanted to look good for interviews. The competitive nature of men can make them willing to try something they believe will give them an edge in an interview or a potential business transaction.

The Internet has also fueled this male cosmetic surgery interest, specifically Internet dating. More than one man has told me he can’t post a current picture online because of the way he looks. One patient even told me a woman embarrassed him by commenting in an e-mail exchange about his eye bags.

Men fear more than women that undergoing plastic surgery will make them look too drastically changed or give them a “surgical look.”

While there are certainly some male celebrities and actors who have that look, they are the exception. In reality, getting rid of those sagging jowls and droopy eyelids can definitely make one look less tired and more alert, but the change is almost always subtle and natural.

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DISPATCHES » Are you paying too much? – Auto insurance rates are constantly changing. In fact, in certain states and for certain policies, rates have actually dropped significantly in the past 12 months. And, if your record has improved, you may even be eligible for additional reductions. You can be sure, however, that your insurance company isn’t going to call you up and let you know their rates have dropped.

-www.howlifeworks.com » Revolutionary stock? – NXP Semiconductors (NXPI), which was part of Phillips for more than 50 but had an IPO in mid-2010, has several key ingredients of a revolutionary stock. It has clear technological advantage with near-field communication, which it helped to invent, and now markets its NFC chipsets to many bigname companies. NFC could easily change how people use mobile devices. Additionally, NXP has increased revenue shares by more than 25 percent over the past year.

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MONEY MATTERS What’s the toughest question to answer in a job interview?

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Some Home Depot locations allow you to rent a miter saw for four hours for $30, which is better than buying one for around $150.

-www.thedailygreen.com » Free seminar – Joel Harris of Amicus Financial will host a free financial seminar on May 20, 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Monon Community Center in Carmel. The topic will be on financial planning at various stages of life. For more information, e-mail joel@goamicus.com. » Stick with the IRA – The appeal of the Roth IRA has always been that contributions, rather than withdrawals, are taxed. But in many cases, staying put in a traditional IRA will lead to bigger savings – especially for people five to 10 years away from when they plan to withdraw their money. Here’s why: It can take years of tax-free growth to make up the taxes incurred during the conversion. There’s also less time to pay taxes on this conversion now. Savers who converted from a traditional IRA to a Roth IRA last year were able to spread the income from that conversion over 2011 and 2012. But now, all of the income from a conversion made in 2011 (and after) is taxable at once.

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Sounds in the night fade back into a state of relaxation, conservation COMMENTARY really. Like a computer, we boot up, get comfortBy David Cain able, and then hibernate to conserve our enI can sleep through nearly anything: thunderergy. It’s efficient, it’s lazy, and it’s the reality. storms, children crying, the television’s blaring, Our attention is highest at the beginning and people talking – almost anything. Last night I end of something. Your life, a business presensat up in the bed, alarmed. I thought I heard the tation, or simply your subtle creak of a doorknob Our attention is highest child’s recital, the start turning. It sent an alert to finish have the highmy brain, and I sat up like at the beginning and and est degree of our attena bunny that had heard tion. After that, only the a twig snap as something end of something. interruptions, or apparent approached. I tilted my threats, get our attention revved back up. ear and listened more intently than ever, concenPay attention the next time someone talks trated on what I thought was a doorknob. Half to you; you’ll notice the beginning and end are asleep had turned to keenly interested and totally where you key in and what you generally realert. Hearing nothing after a few seconds, I member. Even this article, the opening and the gently laid down and slowly relaxed. I awoke the close get noticed more. It’s why an opening line, next morning with only a memory of the event. in person or in print, has to grab you. If not, we Animals are programmed to respond to go to conservation mode faster. threats. As I woke in the middle of the night to The more you can create beginnings and ends the apparent sound of a threat, it was obvious I to interrupt your discussions, presentations and was just a big animal. Thunderstorms wake me proposals, the more attention they will get. Laat their start; then, when I realize the familiarbor on, and people punch out. ity of the storm or see the forecast that suggests there is no threat, I sleep soundly to the sound David Cain works at MediaSauce, of the pouring rain. a digital media and online marketIf someone enters a room full of quiet people, ing company in Carmel. David all eyes turn to that person. Our brains respond welcomes your questions or comto interruptions and immediately assess the situaments at David.Cain@MediaSauce. tion. If we determine there is no threat, we gently com.

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Address: 34 N. 12th St. (Old Town Noblesville) Age: Built circa 1920 Style: Bungalow Rooms: Two bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen, office, two bonus rooms in basement Strengths: Beautifully restored bungalow in the Conner Street Historic District. Unique features include gleaming hardwood floors, original woodwork, fireplace, updated kitchen with cherry cabinets, newer HVAC, and first-floor office.

Negatives: Limited yard space.

Value: $129,900 Listed with Peggy Deakyne of F. C. Tucker Company Office: 317-776-0200 Kurt Meyer is a Noblesville resident, freelance writer and realtor for F.C. Tucker. Contact him at 317.776.0200 or kurtmeyer@talktotucker.com.

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Courtney’s Kitchen officially reopened in its new downtown Noblesville location last Friday.

The restaurant, which serves food made with its owners’ family recipes, previously operated in the American Legion at 1094 Conner Street and has only been in business for a few month. Now, however, Courtney’s Kitchen is in its own, larger space in the building formerly occupied by Dom DiCarlo’s, at 654 Logan Street.

“It’s just an exciting opportunity that we couldn’t pass by,” co-owner Carrie Courtney said. “When Dom DiCarlo’s opened up, we thought that would be our first choice - ever….It’s right on the square and has everything we’re looking for.”

Courtney co-owns and operates the family-owned restaurant with her brother, Cass, who serves as its chef.

The home-style restaurant continued serving its patrons for weeks as it prepared for its upcoming move. Now, the Courtney’s Kitchen signage is up, the move is official and the building at the intersection of Logan Street and 8th Street is seeing its first activity since mid-February.

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Because it’s contrasted by your bald scalp, the hair on the sides actually looks thicker and draws attention to your baldness.

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COMMENTARY

By Vicky Earley Yes, it is hard to believe, but the St Margaret’s Guild Decorators’ Show House is celebrating its 50th year of inspiring us with outstanding design and commitment to the community.

It is this servant’s heart that sets this show home apart from the commercial home tours that have speckled the landscape in recent years. It is the genuine design talent that sets it apart from the “home shows” de jour that have commercial motivations.

In the 50 years of captivating us with beautiful homes, the Guild has provided more $10 million in contributions for Wishard Health Services.

Recent programs funded by the donations made possible from the proceeds of the Decorators’ Show House and Gardens are the following: the St. Margaret’s Center for Palliative Care the St. Margaret’s Hospital Guild Mobile Mammography Van, the EMBRACE program, and the Haven of Hope.

The 2011 Decorator’s Show House is Evergreen Manor, one of the four original “Mansions of North Meridian.” This landmark of early-1900s Indianapolis history, located at 4310 N. Meridian, is outfitted in her finest interior design attire for this showing.

This Great Lady will greet you in her foyer

with her personality in full regale. In this space, Matt Harris plays with a punch of unexpected red and exaggerated scale.

Designer Pat Gross shows the visitor this grand structure has a discerning side as well.

The main staircase and second-floor landing are home to a needlepoint rug that decorated the West Wing of the White House during the JFK administration.

Deborah Marr and Carolyn Stevens have given nod to the sage side of the Grand Lady with the rich yet inviting furnishings selected for the master’s study. With the warm gray walls and classic art, one realizes that this lady has taste.

Every Great Lady has a soft side, and this one comes through in Kathleen Stevens Artemesia’s

Nest. Described as “a soft and faded feeling of hand-painted wall finish reflected in the art and fabrics,” this bath is a gentle retreat that whispers a relaxing invitation.

The guest bath, designed by Catherine Wright, echoes the retreat feel without submitting to fussiness. Benjamin Moore 1600 Timber Wolf is the perfect color that encourages a soft palette to play nicely with sophisticated.

It really is acceptable for a Grand Lady to have a bold side to her personality. J. Baker interiors make such a statement with strong blue and cream stripes that add spark and visual interest. Finally, every Great Lady is resourceful, as demonstrated in the gentleman’s closet that was designed by Mary Champlin and Kimberly Ware.

With painting and aging, the built-ins have turned from mundane practicality to the look of rich character and warmth.

Touring this Grand Dame of all show homes, the 50th Anniversary Decorator’s Show House, is certain to spark interior design inspiration as well as help the St. Margaret Guild in its commitment to making a better community for all.

Vicky Earley is the principal designer for Artichoke Designs in downtown Carmel. If you have an interior design question, please contact artichokedesigns@aol.com.

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From cabinets to countertops, copper to appliances, join us as we unveil 2 new kitchen displays and introduce exciting new products guaranteed to spark ideas for your projects.

Enjoy delectable treats prepared by the Clark Appliance private chef (Friday only), sample the dessert bar, enter to win a variety of door prizes and network with design and product specialists.

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As we eagerly await the sunshine and summer weather, we can begin to plan our new summer hair and makeup looks.

Roberto Cavalli used a 70’s bohemian, desert-inspired hairstyle and makeup collection for his spring/summer 2011 fashions. The laid back hairstyles and makeup gives off a relaxing feel. To pull off this sleek style, wear your hair down and straight and pair it with nude lip gloss and soft smoky eyes. This chic look will keep you sizzling in this summer weather.

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Knock-out rose comes with ‘wow’ factor GARDENING

By Mark Skipper I remember my grandparents being so proud of their rose bushes – you know, the ones that had long, thick stems with the sharpest thorns known to man and needed constant attention because of diseases and pruning. It seemed like each year they had so much difficulty growing roses for all of the effort that went into these plants.

But the times have changed, and so have the results! If you want to make a statement in your landscaping beds, you should consider the knock-out family of roses. Today the knock-out rose is the most widely sold rose in North America. The knock-out family of roses can either be a double-pedal or the traditional single-pedal rose. These beautiful roses have been highly requested at our garden center already this year. Supplies are plentiful, and so are the different color options!

The knock-out rose is easy to grow and does not require special care. They are the most disease-resistant roses on the market.

They have stunning flower power with a generous bloom cycle (about every 5-6 weeks) that will continue until the first hard frost. All of the knock-out roses are selfcleaning, so there is no need to deadhead.

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ant throughout the entire U.S. If unpruned, the knock-out family of roses can easily grow to be more than 3-4’ wide and 3-4’ high. Periodic trims will keep them maintained at a smaller size. A once-a-year cut (to about 12-18” above the ground) in early spring (after the last hard frost) is also recommended for maximum performance.

The knock-out family of roses can fit into any landscape. Plant them individually among shrubs, annuals and perennials in mixed beds and borders. Plant them in large groups to create a colorful hedge. Plant them along a foundation to provide a bright border.

The picture in this article is the bright bubblegum pink version of the DoubleKnock Out Rose that is very stable and also unfazed by the heat. Classic shaped flowers from early spring to the first frost. With superior drought tolerance once established, it has the toughness and resistance for which the family is known. A vibrant color that perks up any landscape and is so easy to care for.

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Kinder, gentler bathroom design REMODELING

By David Decker The serenity of a spa, the look and feel of natural materials, floods of outdoor light and a splash of fun colors all married to 21st century technology.

No, that’s not Club Med; it’s a modern master bathroom.

“Green” and “eco-friendly” are the definitive current trends in bathroom function and décor, and those words translate into “sanctuary” and diversity of style as never before in home bathroom design.

We all know that large, airy showers are replacing tubs; that twin vanities and vessel sinks (bowls atop counters) are all the rage, ondemand hot water is a terrific energy saver, and tucking the toilet behind a wall – or even better, a door – is a long overdue and marvelous hat-tip to privacy.

What’s truly new are stone and wood soaking tubs, which are lighter than cast-iron tubs, allow the water to retain heat longer, and are a serene alternative to noisy Jacuzzis. All-glass steam rooms are end-of-the-day stress-freeing havens.

LED lighting design integrated with natural materials and artistic flourishes transforms a bathroom into a mood room, a mental getaway beyond basic home function.

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modernize a bathroom with showers of sunlight and high-function organization. Rather than a cramped utilitarian cave, today’s bathroom is bathed in outdoor light that elicits the feel and freedom of openness and elbow room. Stunning fixture design – sinks, toilets, faucets, lights, mirrors, racks, shelving, heated floors and more – joining the latest high-function and energy smart technology builds a truly personal feel into this most private of home spaces.

A spa-like master bathroom makeover presents many attractive options – so many, in fact, that the contributions and counsel of a professional bathroom designer will especially help make your home improvement as complete, compelling, inviting and personal as it is unique and peaceful.

David Decker is president of Affordable Kitchens and Bathrooms, based in Carmel (877-252-1420, www.affordablekandb.com). Have a home improvement question?

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CarmelFest 2011 – A Sneak Peek

Are you ready start making plans for the summer? Then - be sure to include CarmelFest at the top of your list as the place to be on July 3rd & 4th for two fun-filled days of celebration.

CarmelFest will feature many passed favorites along with some delightful new surprises. The Festival main stage, dubbed the “Franklin University of Ohio Gazebo Stage” will feature live music that appeals to all generations. The redesigned North Stage area will host two nights of themed parties with bands, dancing, and a social atmosphere. But, entertainment committee is keeping the rest of the schedule under wraps (for now) …

The Kid Zone, renamed the “Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital at St.Vincent KidZone” will almost double in size.

The redesigned area is being enhanced to appeal to a wider age range.

With all the new happenings along with returning favorites, this Independence Day plan a fabulous outing with friends and family at CarmelFest on July 3 & 4.

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The family link that is faith Hiding behind our masks GENEALOGY

By Darla Kinney Scoles For many, the genealogical pursuit is a spiritual endeavor. They believe the family link extends beyond the grave and that those who have gone before us are still connected to us as we live out our earthly lives – often even helping us “find” them as we search our family heritage.

A family’s spirituality or faith can indeed be a strong bond that carries through generations and can be noted in the lives of those passed via oral stories or documentation in church records, newspaper articles or journal writings.

Spiritual experiences make for a special kind of family history entry. When uncovered by those seeking stories from the past, the feelings they provoke are often intense.

One way for a person to pass on their sacred heritage is to take time to write down spiritual experiences. When something so profoundly and unmistakably divine happens in life, it is often kept within the heart. That keeps it from having a profound effect on others as well, however.

Sharing the moments when heaven and earth moved to make something happen, or the stars lined up to make the impossible possible, creates a legacy of spirit unlike any other.

The beauty of sacred stories is that they not only impact the ones involved in the center of

the event, but also those who may simply read and be moved or inspired by the words written as the miracle unfolded.

The ripple effect of faith throughout a family’s history can indeed change and make history itself. Or it can simply calm a troubled heart or strengthen the spirit in a home far away in a different time and place.

When such an event plays out in our lives, it is meant to be shared, preserved and recognized for what it is – for us and those who come after.

Darla Kinney Scoles is a freelance journalist living in Noblesville. Her most recent work involves the creation of “Stories”, an individualized writing service helping people get their personal histories down on paper. Contact her at darlakinneyscoles@gmail.com.

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By Kristen Boice Do you ever feel like you wear a mask to cover how you really feel in order to fit in or be accepted? Do you put on a happy face even when you feel sad? Do you feel like you have to be a certain way in order for people to like you?

These feelings can lead to exhaustion, anxiety, depression or loneliness.

Millions of people struggle with being completely themselves. They feel if they are themselves, people won’t like them. So, a disconnect exists between their outward identity and their true selves. People often desire the freedom to be themselves, yet more often than not, the fear of rejection or disapproval drives them to compromise their individuality.

People wear masks to cover up parts of themselves they don’t like. The more masks you wear, the deeper you hide your true self.

There is a popular quote that says, “You are only ever loved to the extent that you are known.” We cannot feel loved for who we really are as long as we mask our true identity. At the same time, we fear if we expose our true selves, we will be rejected. The relationships where we wear lots of masks are often shallow and unfulfilling, which creates a frustrating cycle. It leaves us longing for more meaningful connections.

There are many different types of masks people wear. The two most common types are

the following: Masks to cover pain: These are the smiling masks you wear when everything in your life feels like it’s crashing down around you. Taking this mask off would mean facing and dealing with the hurt and feelings. Because of the fear of failure and rejection, people get uncomfortable and overwhelmed with the thought of removing the mask and exposing what they are really experiencing.

Masks to cover shame: These are masks about low self-confidence or taking pride in material possessions. We hope these things or achievements will give us worth. We think these types of masks serve as a distraction to keep outsiders from looking at what we see as our flaws. Ultimately, wearing masks attempts to hide our feelings of unworthiness and not feeling good enough. It takes deep strength and courage to take these masks off and be who you are. It is completely possible to free yourself.

Start by sharing your hopes and dreams with a safe person.

So, what masks are you going to remove to experience freedom and more happiness?

Kristen Boice is an individual, couples and family counselor and speaker with Pathways to Healing Counseling & Education. Contact her at kristen@ pathwaystohealingcounseling.com.

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By Janna Lynas A sense of relief, mixed with grief, mixed with sadness, mixed with disgust. Actually, it is hard to explain my emotions as I woke up from an accidental late-night nap on my couch to hear the news the world would soon know. Osama Bin Laden had been killed by United States Navy Seals, and the world was rid of a terrorist.

News travels fast.

While enjoying dinner out with my children, the televisions in the restaurant couldn’t give us enough coverage, and my 8-year-old had a ton of questions. Evidently, it was the hot topic on the playground. She knew a little about it, but wanted to know why we saw people celebrating in the streets. When do you ever tell a child it was a good thing to kill a man?

So we talked about it in 8-year-old language, but I hope I did it from a different point of view: God’s. As I told her God created that man and loves his creation, my eldest was quick to point out he doesn’t love what we do. That led to a discussion of what things we do that God

hates; “…haughty eyes, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood, a heart that devises wicked schemes, feet that are quick to rush into evil, a false witness who pours out lies and a man who stirs up dissension among brothers.” Proverbs 6:17-19.

I didn’t know anyone who died September 11, 2001. I know only a few servicemen who have served our country bravely to keep this war off our shores. I am fiercely proud of our military and yet today feel deep wounds of hurt for fellow Americans who innocently died an evil death. Still, it’s difficult to watch the street scenes of America as they echo similar memories of a tragic day some 10 years ago – on foreign soil.

Bin Laden did evil in God’s eyes. It seems he was guilty of each of the things we read in Proverbs 6. Even so, I don’t celebrate his eternity. I don’t believe God does either.

As I told her God created that man and loves his creation, my eldest was quick to point out he doesn’t love what we do.

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By Rebecca Stevens a “pet store” puppy, or that – and yes, this is really true – they’re We call them owner surrenders at the Humane Society. The doing us the huge favor of “donating” their dog or cat to us ones pet owners can no longer care for or no longer want. I’ve because “we can give them so much more time.” with one pet? watched thousands come in over the last few years as the econRight. omy has turned so many lives upside down. And while financial My goal with this article is not simply to vent. These issues are hardship has certainly been a popular reason to surrender pernot new. My goal is to hopefully reach a sonal pets, there are many other reasons we pet owner who is considering the surrender hear that give me great pause. their pet for reasons that can be adIt’s a common occurrence to have someIt’s a common occurrence ofdressed.

I hope you read this and plan betone walk in and tell us they simply must give their up pet up or find them another to have someone walk in ter for your upcoming move making sure you can take your pet with you. I want you home … TODAY! They’re moving, they’re and tell us they simply to realize dogs and cats can coexist with having a new baby, they’ve just found out babies – and that a bump in life’s road they’re getting divorced and they need us must give their up pet up new doesn’t mean you have to immediately give to give them a solution right now or else we’re going to be the proud owner of their or find them another home up your pet. I want you to reach out for help to address behavior issues before postdog or cat. And the wonderful staff at our ing your pet on Craigslist like you’re selling front desk listens to these folks with the an old oven. utmost patience and tolerance while all the time wanting to ask, We love every animal in our care and have made a commit“Did you just find out you were moving TODAY?” ment to giving them another chance. But there is no better place What has become painfully obvious in the time I’ve worked at for them than with their families. They love you unconditionally. the Humane Society is that pets are often viewed as disposable.

Please do all you can to follow through on the commitment you Life happens. Times get rough for all of us. We change jobs, we made the day you brought them home. move, we enter and leave new relationships, and yes, we have babies. So why is it some see their pets as part of these life changes while others simply give up?

Rebecca Stevens is executive director of the Humane I don’t know the answers. But what I do know is that the Society for Hamilton County . You may contact her number of people surrendering their pets – especially seniors – is with questions, solutions and story suggestions at on the rise. And while we understand the validity of many situhamiltonhumane@yahoo.com. ations folks run into, I will never accept the fact that someone

Sly is a 4 year old male brindle and white Boxer. Sly is a friendly boy who will gladly wag his nub of a tail when meeting someone new. He is gentle when taking treats and enjoys going on a jog, but is happy to walk instead. Sly is a big boy and very strong, so he would be best suited in a home with children old enough to handle his size and strength. Like most Boxers, he can tend to be a little bossy at times so he will need a family who will remind him he is not in charge. He doesn’t like to be left alone for long periods of time and has some food allergies, so a patient and understanding home is a must.

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Superman headed to Iran? cance to a being who exists, as the warning label HUMOR should say, For Entertainment Purposes Only.

By Mike Redmond Let us remember that whatever Superman I see by the Internets, which never tell a lie, does happens in Comics World, where the that Superman is going to renounce his Amerilaws that govern the universe are frequently can citizenship so that people in other countries suspended if not dispensed with altogether. no longer think he is an instrument of Official Death, for example. All the big heroes have been American Policy (Superhero Division). killed at one time or another, but some sort of This has created something of an uproar in Cosmic Comics Voodoo always seems to bring that segment of the population known as “Peothem back to life. Nobody seems to stay dead in ple Without Perspective.”

Comics World. Including Superman.

“He should be a strong role model for that In most of our lifetimes, Superman has stood for depicts the values of AMERICA,” said one Web Truth, Justice and the American Way. It was not alpage philosopher. “If you lived here, would ways so. It was simply “Truth and Justice” until the you renounce your citizenship and go live in Superman television show was created during the IRAN??? Or do you live there now???”

Red Scare of the 1950s, when “the American Way” Whoa. Perspective, people. Perspective.

As a comic book devotee of long standing, and a was added to the creed – I guess to assure people the only thing red about him was his cape.

Superman fan from way back, let me try to help.

So what happens now? Will Superman deFirst, we would do well to remember that clare himself a true citizen of the world? Will he Superman, son of Jor-El and Lara of the doomed use his new status to bring understanding to all planet Krypton, sent to Earth where he was people? Will he remain in Metropolis and if so, raised on Earth by Jonathan and Martha Kent, will he have to get a green card? given the name Clark Kent while developing You’ll have to buy the comics to find out. powers and abilities far beyond those of ordinary Which, to add a little more perspective, is almen, is made up. Not real. Fiction, fantasy, folly. ways the point in the reality-based world.

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Reliable/Reasonable Mowing * Fertilizing*Landscape Spring and Fall Clean-Up Gutter Cleaning * Snow Removal FREE ESTIMATES – 317-491-3491

Guitar Lessons

For Garages Over 15 colors to choose Install in 1 or 2 days Tough & Durable Free Shop at Home 317-896-3588 imageflooring@aol.com

Pet & House Sitting Service Years Experience 129Years

317-802-6565 317-432-1627

“The Safe and Reliable Alternative to Boarding” Insured/Bonded Serving Carmel & Westfield pawptrl@aol.com References Available

PHILANTHROPY

Gowns for Less

With Baker Scott

Beginners thru Advanced All styles Electric-Acoustic-Bass Private Lessons Parent-Child Lessons near Carey Road & 146th Carmel 317-

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Happy Pets In-Home Pet Care

A less stressful and economical alternative to boarding with loving care for your pets in the comfort of your home.

Experience in Exotics.

Insured/Bonded Member of Pet Sitters Associates LLC happypetsitter@gmail.com 317-645-6043 References available

FREE MOWING! For one week with weekly mowing for entire season Call Jonathan Walla 2010 IU Business Grad Professional Business for 7 years Most Lawns $30-35 Includes MOWING, EDGING, TRIMMING 698-5480 for FREE ESTIMATE

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is now training School Bus Drivers for the 2011-2012 School Year Summer Paid Training Program to obtain Class B, CDL Starting at $87 day after successful completion of training Paid Bi-weekly Available to earn attendance bonus Apply on-line to www.ccs.k12.in.us, AA/EOE

Now hiring

Handyman technicians with 10+ yrs experience Fax resume 208-4858 & complete application at www.bit.ly/ MrHandyman select the “Careers” link.

Now hiring. Must be over 18 years of age. Must have computer skills, customer service and retail experience and be a self-starter. Be able to lift up to 80 pounds without assistance. and have reliable transportation. Apply in person at Schwartz’s Bait and Tackle, 118 Cicero Road, Noblesville. No phone calls, please.

Now Hiring; All Positions!

Detour An American Grille 110 W Main St Carmel, IN apply online www.detourgrille.com Interviews at 12411 Old Meridian St.

Child Caregivers Wanted Orchard Park Presbyterian Church Sunday mornings, 8:30 am-12:30 pm References and background check required: Minimum age: 25 years Phone 317-844-1107 x 18

Now hiring

Donations of gowns — tax deductible Gowns — greatly discounted Proceeds donated to local charities Gowns from $100 (317)796-9432 BridesRevisted.org Gayla@BridesRevisted.org

Gowns for the Greatest Good REAL ESTATE WANT TO BUY A HOME?

Searching for the very best nail techs, massage therapists, hair stylists, esthecians & front desk specialists.

Email resumes to: villaggiodayspa@aol.com No phone calls, please.

NOW HIRING

PART-TIME OPTICIAN Experience necessary Energetic personality a must.

Please fax or email resume to: 317-660-7438 info@wittmann2020.com

Science Tutor –

Don’t know where to start?

Call Dave at 765-483-1564 or www.DaveJohnsonRealty.com 100% financing available Offering credit report repair.

Seller’s listing rates negotiable

Junior High and High School I Taught high school chemistry in Illinois; Certified in Chemistry, Biology, Geology, and General Science.

Call Leah – 317-473-3755 or lmarsullivan@msn.com

DISTRESS SALE

Bank Foreclosures Hamilton Co. Free list of Foreclosure Properties. Receive a FREE daily list by e-mail; www.hamiltoncoforeclosures.com

PointBlank Nutrition is looking for self-motivated, outgoing and positive individuals with retail experience and solid understanding of nutritional supplements. www.pointblanknutrition.com/jobs

homes for rent

FOR SALE

HOMES FOR RENT

Single family homes w/appliances as low as $830/mo! 317-708-4404

HELP WANTED

AVON PRODUCTS

FOR SALE IF INTERESTED CONTACT KEN --- kdukecarmel@ wmconnect.com or call 317-695-5572

Thur. May 12th, Fri. May 13th, and Sat May 14th: 8:00 A.M. UNTIL 3:00 P.M. Merrimac is on the corner of 146th St. and Springmill Rd. 14828 Chamberlain Drive, Westfield, In 46074.

ITEMS; Household goods, toys, men’s Womens, and childen’s clothes, tools, furniture, sports equipment and other Assorted items.

NEIGHBORHOOD GARAGE SALE VILLAGE OF MT CARMEL

May 12th thru 15th (Thur thru Sunday) 8 am to 4 pm 136th and Oakridge (On 136th St., just West of Meridian St.)

HUGE 15+ Family Neighborhood Garage Sale.

Fri.& Sat. 5/13 & 5/14.

BROOKSIDE. Corner of 161st/ Carey Rd. in Westfield.

LOADS of Girls/Boys Clothing (Infant/ Toddler and up.)

TONS of Baby/Toddler Gear, Toys, Furniture, Accessories. Electronics, Furniture, Decor...too much to list!

DO NOT MISS THIS SALE!

489.4444 ext. 202

May is Garage Sale Month List it in 91,700 Hamilton County Residences with Current Publishing e-mail your garage sale ad to dennis@ youarecurrent.com to find out the cost

May 17 issue due May 10 May 24 issue due May 17 May 31 issue due May 24

Note: If your ancestors lived in Indiana by 1840, you may be eligible for regular membership in:

The Society of Indiana Pioneers

For applications/information, call 317-233-6588 www.indianapioneers.com The Society of Indiana Pioneers is seeking to identify early pioneers to recognize and honor for their efforts in building the State of Indiana.

The Society of Indiana Pioneers was formed in 1916, when Indiana celebrated its 100th anniversary of statehood. In preparation for the 200th anniversary of Indiana statehood in 2016, the society seeks to honor special pioneers from each of Indiana’s 92 counties.

“To Honor the Memory and the Work of the Pioneers of Indiana”

“We want people from each county to nominate early pioneer founders that helped to carve a new life out of the wilderness and establish the settlements that grew into today’s Indiana cities, towns and farms,” said Co-Presidents Stanley Evans and Carolyn Rose.

This process will enable contributors to nominate ancestors who helped establish the foundations of our state in the 1700s and early 1800s.

The task of covering all 92 counties will be completed by 2016. Each year, 15 to 20 counties will be selected for honoring pioneers at each annual meeting. At the Society of Indiana Pioneers’ Centennial Celebration in 2016, all 92 county pioneers will be honored.

Nominations are currently being sought for Hamilton County. Any interested party may submit nominations. Nomination forms are available at www.indianapioneers.com Pioneers selected will be honored at The Society of Indiana Pioneers November 5 , 2011 annual meeting. Nominations must be received by September 15, 2011. Phone inquiries are welcome at any of these numbers (317) 233-6588 or (317) 459-5460 or (765) 490-7202. Emails are welcome at societyofindianapioneers@yahoo.com.

Membership in The Society of Indiana Pioneers is open to anyone who has documentation proving descent from settlers who were living in Indiana by 1840. Associate memberships are available for anyone interested in Indiana history.

Copies of the application form are available at the Indiana State Library or at www.indianapioneers. com.

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