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hen it comes to having fun during the beautiful fall months in Wisconsin, there is plenty to do—even in the middle of a pandemic.

Sure, life is different these days, and not every option for fun which was available prior to COVID-19 is still there. But people are finding new things to do and taking advantage of those venues which are open— perhaps trying something they never would have thought of trying in the past. Venues are taking heightened precautions to keep their visitors safe, and those visitors are doing the same.

From checking out museums to motorcycling past the fall colors to trying out new dining options, there is still plenty of fun to be had in fall 2020—just go do it!

Sheboygan County Historical Society The Sheboygan County Historical Society (SCHS) has been in existence since 1923, serving all of Sheboygan County in collecting, preserving, and educating people about local history.

“We share our local history to all and we use our artifacts in programs and exhibits to educate,” said Travis Gross, executive director of the SCHS. “We serve over 15,000 visitors annually including approximately 3,000 area elementary students. We assist with research projects highlighting our history and offer public programs throughout the year.”

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Gross said, “The staff is committed to progressing the organization by relating our history to state, national, and world events.”

Gross said when he is not leading the society he enjoys the outdoors, canoeing, camping, and hiking. “I enjoy vintage Volkswagens (1973 convertible Beetle and 1984 Vanagon Westfalia), spending time with family and friends, and constantly learning history.”

One of the activities currently under way (through Aug. 31) at the SCHS is the City of 4C’s Scavenger Hunt featuring cheese wedges. The four C’s for which the area is known are cheese, chairs, churches, and children.

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History comes alive at the Sheboygan County Historical Society’s Taylor House. and children and adults have enjoyed finding these wedges as part of the scavenger hunt.

Also taking place are Children’s Fireside Storytime Chats, with the next one scheduled for Friday, Aug. 28 from 3 to 3:30 p.m. Once a month, Education Program Developer Angie Hullin has been reading history stories directed for young audiences.

Tune into the Sheboygan County Historical Museum’s Facebook page on the fourth Friday of each month at 3 p.m. to watch the premiere video. The chats are recorded and can be watched at any time on the SCHS Facebook page or its YouTube channel.

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Hours for the museum are Mondays through Fridays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Masks are required of all people entering the museum, and social distancing is being maintained.

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Davidson motorcycles. Whether the bike is owned by a woman or a man, all are advised on what they need for proper long-term care of their motorcycles.

Sarah Heinen at Hoban Brothers said, “Our key to being in business for 40 years is the trust our customers have in our dealership.

We develop friendships that last for generations in both our employees and customers alike.”

She added, “Our employees are true motorcycle enthusiasts. Every single one of our employees owns motorcycles and have the knowledge and experience to make our customers enjoy their relationship dealing with us.”

Women bike owners give high praise to Hoban Brothers Motorcycles. Kelli Ann said, “Great customer service and very helpful during a time of need. High recommendation!” Michelle said, “Super friendly and very helpful!

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Bike Night at Harbor Lights in Sheboygan is an event hosted by Hoban Brothers and Harbor Lights, with the next one scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 17 from 4 to 8 p.m.

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people who support us and in turn we support our community and give back.”

When he is not working, Chuck said he enjoys golf, fishing, doing chores on his hobby farm, and animals.

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Pacifico Mexican Bar & Grill Lining up for Miesfeld’s Market brats is committed to providing customers and partners with quality products and services that exceed expectations.

Miesfeld’s Market has been in business since 1941. Three generations of the Miesfeld family operate the business now in partnership with the Sachse family.

Moms especially enjoy Miesfeld’s Market, and for a variety of reasons: • Quality—Miesfeld’s offers the highest quality beef from the U.S. • Knowledgeable staff— The staff will answer any questions moms have about the meat they are purchasing.

• Freshest selection— Meats sell quickly at Miesfeld’s Market, allowing for the freshest selection in town.

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Located at 820 Indiana Ave. in Sheboygan and 506 E. Mill St. in Plymouth, Pacifico Mexican Bar & Grill provides dishes that are fresh, hearty, and simply unforgettable. The chefdriven menu highlights seasonal ingredients in simple, handcrafted dishes served straight from the kitchen. Add even more to the dining experience with a selection from their complimentary

Another option is to shop first and then enjoy a delicious Miesfeld’s brat in their own little park right outside the store.

Owner Chuck Miesfeld said the business hosts a brat fry every Saturday for the full year and there is a one-year waiting list.

Most are nonprofit groups trying to raise money for their organizations. It is also set up for drivethrough service. There are picnic tables and a grassy area for a relaxing lunch enjoying a Grand Champion double brat or a juicy hamburger. Carryouts also are available.

Chuck added, “This business was built on quality. We always were customer orientated.

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beverages—and save room for dessert.

Chef’s specials and the “Especial of the Day” are among the highlights on the menu. Day or night, the Soup of the Day is a dish many crave.

People may dine in or carry out. In Sheboygan people can dine inside or outside on the patio alongside the Sheboygan River. Curbside pick-up also is available.

Pacifico Mexican Bar & Grill is open Mondays through Thursdays, 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.; Fridays and Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.; and Sundays, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

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Jolly outlook on life New Holstein woman shares recipes, humor in her book

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STRONG WOMEN | Keeping a jolly outlook

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o borrow one of her married names, Laurie Jolly Killey is indeed a jolly person—even in the face of some traumatic events in her life.

After all, how many people have experienced having the restaurant they own get burned to the ground during a race riot, or having their husband/ business partner die of an unexpected, massive heart attack?

But upon meeting Laurie a person would have little clue that those things lie in her past. She is outgoing, funny, complimentary, and perhaps a bit zany—and all that is captured in a book authored by Laurie and her first husband Allan titled “From Soup to Nuts Cookbook and Hysterical Tales.”

The book actually was first published in 1990 with 3,000 copies printed. Now Christian Faith Publishing

of Pennsylvania has helped Laurie publish an updated version, and just this month she received the first 50 copies of the book.

In 1991 The Bloomsbury Review provided this intriguing summary of the book: “The recipes are interesting, but the story of how two bright misfits end up running a hybrid Cajun restaurant on Milwaukee’s workingclass south side is outrageously funny.

If you love beer parties where the guests strip down to skinny dip by the fire hydrants near the police station while everyone eats killer chili, this one’s for you.”

Born and raised in Milwaukee—with summers spent near Rhinelander— Laurie met Canadian Allan Jolly and the two became partners—both in marriage and the restaurant business. The latter was unusual in itself as—despite a love of food and

cooking—neither had prior restaurant experience; in fact, Laurie went to college to become an aquatic biologist.

While living in Canada, they received a phone call one day about a restaurant for sale in Milwaukee.

They flew back to Laurie’s hometown and—according to her book—Al was immediately sold on the idea of buying the restaurant called Ray Vnuk’s on 22nd and National. Laurie indicates in “Soup to Nuts” that she was not so sure about the acquisition, but soon she found herself the hands-on co-owner of a restaurant which they renamed Jolly Vnuk’s.

Even more unlikely is the fact that this couple from Milwaukee and Canada decided to largely feature Cajun cooking in a Milwaukee neighborhood which was largely Hispanic.

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But the gambles paid off as Jolly Vnuk’s built a strong following and received great reviews from Milwaukee restaurant critics.

The majority of the stories in “From Soup to Nuts” focus around things which happened at Jolly Vnuk’s—or at least allegedly happened. Laurie admits that some of the stories might be a bit embellished. It might be most interesting to read the book and then ask Laurie, “Now, did that really happen that way?” Not to be forgotten is that “From Soup to Nuts” contains dozens of their favorite recipes, all home-tested and reduced from restaurant size to fit a meal at home.

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Everything was going great at Jolly Vnuk’s—until that day in 1992 when something happened thousands of miles away which would change the lives of Al and Laurie.

A trial jury in Los Angeles acquitted four police officers in the beating of Rodney King. While Americans watched TV coverage of riots breaking out in Los Angeles, less media attention was given to similar incidents of violence in large cities throughout the country—including Milwaukee. Laurie said there were 17 arson fires in the city in the wake of the King verdict.

Arsonists would start fires in garbage dumpsters and then wheel them into

buildings. One of those buildings was Jolly Vnuk’s. Three tenants in upstairs apartments had to be rescued by firefighters.

It took five years for Al and Laurie to get back on their feet after Jolly Vnuk’s was burned down, but their new place was no longer on the south side. In 1997 they opened Jolly’s on Harwood in Wauwatosa. Laurie said, “We had a great following but we never made any money.”

In 2001 they opened Brew City Barbecue on Water Street in downtown Milwaukee—perhaps the most “happening” dining and entertainment area in the city.

STRONG WOMEN | Keeping a jolly outlook And then Al died of a massive heart attack.

Laurie said her faith and her attitude toward life helped get her through those difficult times. While mourning the loss of Al, she also tried to retain her sense of humor. “I think laughter is a form of prayer,” she said.

Al and Laurie used to sell food during Milwaukee’s Summerfest, and in 1997 they met Mike Killey and his wife who went on to work for them at Summerfest for four years. Mike was widowed in 2013. He and Laurie rekindled their friendship and it grew into something more, and the two of them were married in 2015.

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“New Holstein has treated us very well,” Laurie said. “We love New Holstein—the people, the integrity.”

Mike shares a love of food and cooking as well, and for a while the couple ran Buckaroo Barbecue Catering. They catered a couple functions in New Holstein, although the coronavirus shutdown put at least a temporary end to the business.

Their love of food has not come to an end, however, and Laurie is already working on her second book which she is writing with Mike. The planned title for the book will be “Nuts on Barbecue.” As a matter of fact, a third book—“Nuts on Life”—also is in the works. Laurie said she went to Alverno College in Milwaukee and joined a writing group to improve her writing skills, although she admitted to being a one-finger typist who is not very computer savvy. She added, “I’m very new at being published.”

Laurie does have some book signings scheduled in New Holstein. On Saturday, Sept. 19 she will be at MT Glass, 2122 Wisconsin Ave., from 1 to 4 p.m.; and on Sunday, Sept. 20 she is planning to be at the Altona Supper Club, 2306 Calumet Dr., from 1 to 4 p.m. Signed books also are available for sale at New Holstein True Value,

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Opt for Green Cleaners Over 50 percent of people are looking for cleaning products that reduce the number of harsh chemicals their families are exposed to, according to a Lightspeed/Mintel survey. If that describes you, consider solutions working for other consumers, such as Art of Green multipurpose cleaning sprays and wipes. Recently named number one in the Green Cleaning category by Product of the Year USA, the nation’s largest consumer-voted award for product innovation, these cleaning supplies are as tough on grease and grime as mainstream brands, but free of harsh chemicals and cost far less than most green cleaners. They are also safe for use around kids and pets, safe for sensitive skin and not tested on animals, making them a good choice at a time when families are looking to cut back expenses, and make the switch to more natural products.

“This is the perfect time to take steps toward a greener home,” says Erin Chase, founder of $5 Dinners

and Art of Green “cleanfluencer.” “As a busy mom of four boys, it’s the first affordable green cleaning option I’ve tried that actually works.”

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Foster Cleaner Air Skip store-bought air fresheners.

Instead, simply boil lemon, cinnamon, cloves or any favorite plant for a natural, lasting aroma. You can further promote fresh air at home simply by opening windows whenever possible.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends doing so to reduce the spread of coronavirus.

For a healthy home, prioritize cleaning habits that reduce your environmental impact and limit the harsh chemicals to which your family is exposed.

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IDEAS | Skin care ideas

TIPS FOR KEEPING YOUR SKIN IN TOP SHAPE Spending a lot more time at home indoors these days or adjusting to going back outside? New habits and big lifestyle changes can have an effect on one’s skin.

Here are some of the more common skin care issues associated with life today and their solutions, some of which can be easily found at the drugstore: • Dry skin: Our new reality of wearing masks can have a drying effect on our skin. But you can easily enhance your skin’s own moisture-retention with a serum-containing dermatologist-recommended hyaluronic acid.

“Using gentle and lightweight skincare, especially now that the temperatures are rising, will properly hydrate your skin without clogging the pores, even under a mask.

Hyaluronic acid products, such as serums, that are correctly formulated will also help plump the skin and reduce wrinkles,” says Dr. Rocio Rivera, VP of scientific communications, L’Oréal Paris.

For long lasting hydration, apply two to three drops of L’Oréal Paris 1.5% Pure Hyaluronic Acid Serum to the face and neck every morning and evening – its lightweight and fastabsorbing texture works well under a mask.

• Not prioritizing metime: If you have a lot going on these days, you may forget to take some time for self-care. Beyond your skin

care routine -- which you should continue to maintain -- you can also promote a healthy-looking glow by prioritizing sleep, eating a well-balanced diet, staying hydrated and getting regular exercise.

“Sun protection equals skin health and it is the most important age preventive product in your skincare routine. A broad spectrum SPF formula is always a must: Rain or shine, indoors, outdoors, and yes -- all over the face, includes under the mask,” says Dr. Rocio Rivera.

• Light exposure: Spending large portions of the day indoors unfortunately doesn’t eliminate risks associated with light exposure. With more screen time comes increased exposure to blue light. What’s more, you are still susceptible to incidental sun exposure coming in through windows of your home and car.

is an aesthetically-pleasing and much healthier way to achieve a sun-kissed glow without the damage and pre-mature aging caused

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Infused with coconut water and vitamin E, it leaves skin soft and beachy-smelling.

For best results, shake well. Pump into hands and smooth evenly over clean,

exfoliated skin. Allow four to eight hours for the color to fully develop before showering. For a longerlasting tan, apply three times over 12 to 24 hours.

Wash hands thoroughly after use. Let skin dry completely before putting on clothes.

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Your new lifestyle means now, more than ever, you should not neglect your skin. A few simple steps can keep your skin refreshed and healthy-looking.

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roud, fun loving, hard working, professional—those are just a few of the positive adjectives which describe the women in our local communities.

From owners and employees of various sized companies to key members of the chamber of commerce, women play a huge role among the community’s businesses.

In this continuing series of Verve features focusing on businesswomen in a particular community, meet some of the women who put verve into their businesses in the area.

PEGGY

TAUSCHEK

Victorian Chocolate Shoppe Victorian Chocolate Shoppe opened in October 1996 and had three previous owners prior to Peggy Tauschek purchasing it in October 2005.

“It’s strictly a family business,” Peggy said. “My daughters and son-in-laws help during busy holidays, otherwise it’s just my husband and I the majority of the time. A few friends help package also.”

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other chocolates made inhouse. Packaged gift boxes of chocolates are always available, as are chocolatecovered raspberries—the shop’s biggest seller.

Strawberries are made May through October and, of course, on Valentine’s Day.

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“We carry a large selection of packaged candy (pre-bagged) and nostalgic candy,” Peggy said. “Every holiday we carry a large selection of seasonal candies.”

Peggy explained how she got into the candy business.

She said, “After previously working in manufacturing I decided I needed a change.

The business was for sale and we jumped in with very little knowledge of running a business, but soon figured things out.”

Peggy said the business has grown steadily each year. “We would be happy to see it stay at that level,” she said.

Asked what customers say about Victorian Chocolate Shoppe, Peggy said, “I think they like the small mom and pop business. They love the raspberries. (It is) a place to get a great gift for family and friends, especially the old-time candies you can’t get anywhere. There is something for everyone.”

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Silberzahn said. “Now I want to be able to provide delicious, beautiful bakery that doesn’t compromise the joy of celebrating with family and friends because of a restricted diet.

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SHAWNA SILBERZAHN Whisk Bakery

Whisk Bakery in Sheboygan produces beautiful and delectable allergy-friendly baked goods for special events.

Owner Shawna Silberzahn’s treats contain no gluten, dairy, soy, or refined sugars.

“I found my passion for grain-free baking after making several lifestyle changes that greatly impacted my health,”

“I grew up helping my mom—who also happens to be a baker—in the kitchen,” she added. “I loved mixing things up, tasting it, and seeing the joy on people’s faces when they tasted what we made. I have fond memories of picking a flavor birthday cake each year for my birthday and enjoying my mom’s homemade creation.”

After finishing her bachelor’s degree in Health Promotion, Silberzahn became more and more aware of the importance of food and how it impacted her health. She said, “Unfortunately, shortly after school my mom was diagnosed with breast cancer and my dad was battling high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and prediabetes. Something had to change. After reading

Communities about it, I switched over to a Paleo-based diet. I was convinced diet and lifestyle played a huge role in chronic disease and prevention. I saw amazing changes in my health and my family including reduced medication for my dad and a clear cancer diagnoses for my mom. I was really convinced that this was something I needed to share.

“To this day, my own two kiddos are grain-free and follow a Paleo-Based diet.

I love making them treats for their birthdays and other special occasions that I can feel good about and know that they won’t make them feel ‘yucky’—even my baby who is allergic to eggs can enjoy cake and cookies.”

Silberzahn added, “I decided to support those making healthier lifestyle changes with something that we all agree is hard to avoid—parties, events, weddings, and other celebrations. Who can say no to cake? Not to mention, if you’re like me, and you battle an autoimmune condition such as celiac disease, it can be downright detrimental to your health.

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LISA

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The Rickety Wagon The Rickety Wagon is a furniture and home decor consignment shop located at 804 N. 8th St. in Sheboygan.

Owner Lisa Stewart just celebrated her one-year anniversary of being open, having started the business on Aug. 1, 2019.

“Having been open less than a year before coronavirus hit makes it really hard to know where the business will be in the future,” Stewart said.

“I have already moved myself more online than I had planned to and will probably continue moving

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She added, “I get a lot of compliments about the business. Many people comment that Sheboygan needed a store like this.

They like the selection, how good of shape everything is in and the prices. I also get a lot of compliments about the way the furniture and decor are arranged and the vignettes.”

The Rickety Wagon opens at 10 a.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays and is open until 4:30 p.m. except Wednesdays (6 p.m. close) and Saturdays (4 p.m.)

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One new addition to our team is Tina Vau, a massage therapist.

Tina will be starting this October and brings years of experience.

30 years. “My greatgrandfather started the business,” she said. “We have been in business 107 years, proudly serving Sheboygan County.”

We continue to work very hard to promote a clean, comfortable environment for extra peace of mind while you enjoy your services

Leslie said Schwarz Fish hopes to maintain its customer base and grow a little in the years ahead.

She said customers often comment on the excellent variety of homemade deli salads and fresh fish at the business, along with reasonable prices and great customer service.

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LESLIE WINTER

Schwarz Fish Schwarz Fish is a familyowned business which has been around for more than a century, having been founded in 1912.

“Currently I am part of the fourth generation running the company,” Manager Leslie Winter said.

With the help of Leslie’s brother Brett, sister Liz, and 17 employees, Schwarz Fish offers a wide variety of smoked fish. The retail market has a large variety of carry-out food; fresh, homemade deli salads; fresh fish; and seafood.

Leslie has been working for Schwarz Fish for over

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KELLY

CHURCH

Red Wing Shoes of Sheboygan Kelly Church and her husband John moved to Sheboygan in October 2016 from across the state in Ellsworth, and they opened Red Wing Shoes of Sheboygan in November of that year.

The sole proprietors of Red Wing Shoes of Sheboygan employ one fulltime employee and three part-time employees beside themselves.

“Red Wing Shoes and boots is a family-owned company that started

making boots in 1905,” she said. “We are proud to sell Red Wing work boots and the three other lines owned

by Red Wing—Irish Setter, Vasque, and WORX. Red Wing boots are known for their superior craftsmanship and durability.”

Kelly runs the operations of the business and John focuses on setting up local boot programs with manufacturing companies in the area. “Both of us have worked for Red Wing Shoe Company in the past,” she said. “I worked in the corporate office in the National Accounts Division and John was the assistant operations manager for the tannery owned by Red Wing. We had toyed with the idea of opening a Red Wing Shoe store if we could find the right location. Our daughter took a job in Sheboygan after she graduated from college and it was during our many visits to Sheboygan that we started to feel like we had found the perfect location for a shoe store. It took about a year and a half of planning along with the help from the Sheboygan County Economic Development Corporation.”

Asked about what she sees ahead for Red Wing

Shoes of Sheboygan, Kelly said, “We are encouraged by the reception of the local community. We are excited to have won The Retailer of the Year Award for 2018 through the Sheboygan County Chamber of Commerce. Our business has grown each year that we’ve been open and we are firm believers in giving back to our local community. It is our intention to continue to offer a premium product with excellent customer service.”

Kelly added, “Our customers have treated us very well. They have written very positive reviews, which has reinforced the fact that customer service is still very important to consumers.

Customers walk in and are amazed with our knowledge of fitting shoes. It is our goal to make sure our customers have a quality experience. Many people are happy to know that Red Wing Shoe Company still manufacturers over 2 million pairs of shoes in the U.S. We believe in treating our customers to an environment that is friendly, knowledgeable, and not pushy. Our customer’s satisfaction is our numberone priority. We have expanded our footwear lines

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to include more trail and walking shoes for both men and women. We also offer the Red Wing Heritage line which is a premium handcrafted boot line for dress, causal or work for men and women.”

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FAY

WINGROVE

Innovative Solutions for Business LLC Innovative Solutions for Business LLC is a professional services company, providing business financial services and solutions that add value and help client

Fay Wingrove organizations grow and prosper.

“Our client’s greater financial success is our goal,” said Fay Wingrove, CEO of Innovative Solutions for Business LLC. “We find innovative solutions and sometimes ordinary, common sense solutions to business financial problems. Our clients trust us with their finances. We care for those finances as if they were our own. We provide value through CFO, CPA,

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accounting, and advisory services.”

This year marks the 25th anniversary of Innovative Solutions for Business starting in business. Its growing success team includes Danielle Thompson, Mai Ying Yang, Sharon Gilbert, Lauren Krahn and Fay Wingrove. They also have a growing team of fractional CFO’s.

Fay also leads the fractional CFO team. She earned a Wisconsin CPA license, a Certificate in Management Accounting (CMA), and an MBA. Within six months of giving birth to her son, Fay birthed Innovative Solutions in 1995. She said she enjoys working with business financial activities and coaching others in their financial roles. Fay supports women in business and efforts for gender equality through IBM’s “Be Equal,” Melinda Gates’s “pivotal partners,” and local programs for National Women’s Small Business Month.

Asked about the direction in which Innovative Solutions for Business is headed, Fay said, “Our team will continue on the controlled growth trajectory. We accept clients that we can

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efficiently and effectively help. We have outgrown our offices and will be moving into new digs in the next few months.

The last several decades have been a great ride.

I’m looking forward to expanding our fractional CFO services in the years to come.”

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very positive feedback about the services and performance of the Innovative Solutions for Business team. Fay said, “Our clients say we simplify financial matters and add value. In addition, we help our clients be at ease knowing that financial matters are efficiently and effectively completed,

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Sheboygan’s old time candy shoppe featuring homemade truffles, chocolates and everyone’s favorite, chocolate dipped raspberries.

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Communities from the many financial deadlines to oversight and communications.”

Fay said she probably could be called a “nerdy tech woman.” She said she has had many unique “woman only” experiences in a man’s world—too many to mention.

“The services we provide our clients often include understanding financial activities and strategies from a different, unique, perspective, perhaps a woman’s perspective,” she said.

“We use proven success systems, workflows, and checklists to help our clients grow, prosper, and succeed.”

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HESS

Permanent Cosmetics by Heidi Heidi Hess is a licensed tattooist and the owner/ sole employee of Permanent Cosmetics by Heidi.

Heidi has been providing permanent cosmetic services in Sheboygan County for over 18 years. She became a licensed tattooist in 2002 and began offering her services in Sheboygan on Riverfront Drive. As her business grew she eventually began offering her services in Two Rivers and Waupaca as well.

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Heidi Hess “Permanent makeup is a form of tattooing in which I create eyeliner or eyebrows for the client,” Heidi said.

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She is currently working as a hospice nurse in addition to operating her permanent cosmetic business.

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Heidi works with each client individually to assess their bone structure and coloration, then collaborates with them regarding shaping of eyeliner or brows as well as colors which would be most complementary to their skin tones.

years ahead, Heidi said, “Permanent cosmetics have become increasingly popular as more and more people become aware that this service exists and can see for themselves how natural it looks. I foresee my business continuing to grow in the years to come.”

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HEALTH HAPPENS EXPONENTIALLY

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ugust 12, 2020, was the last time the sunrise will disease. This is why you’ve probably seen or heard the phrase “Sitting is the new smoking” at some point over occur before 6:00 here in east central Wisconsin, the past few years. But there are also health risks to your until late April of 2021. Yikes! I always dread the musculoskeletal system that haven’t generally received the shortening of daylight, and it seems especially saddening same degree of media attention. In particular, there are this year with so much chaos in our current world. I was several different ways in which inactivity, weight gain, relate able to catch the sunrise on August 12th at 5:59 AM, and to the condition of your bones, muscles and joints. And I’m thankful that I beyond just muscle and got my butt out of joint pain, inactivity has a bed and put some direct correlation to mood running miles in that disorders like depression morning. and also poorer immune system function!

One day at a time…one morning at The first thing to a time, we need to understand is that the keep working on our chain of events (or nonwellness. Health, just events, in this case) can like disease, doesn’t actually run in a number happen gradually. of directions. Poor It actually happens physical conditioning, exponentially. We can injury, inactivity, and gain health quickly weight gain can all and we can also lose be both causes and it quickly. It’s my effects. For example: opinion that we need Musculoskeletal pain— to look not only at the especially discomfort in long term but also at the back, neck, hips, The sunrise from Nutt Hill in Plymouth on August 12, 2020. What would you like to do to get the short term—what shoulders, and extremity yourself healthier today? can we do TODAY to joints—can make even get healthier? How can we be more active TODAY, even if moderate activity difficult, and strenuous activity (such as it’s just for a couple minutes? jogging, biking, or hiking) nearly impossible. This can lead to inactivity; deteriorating bone, muscle and joint health; A great deal of recent research has highlighted the and weight gain. It’s a vicious cycle! health risks associated with inactivity, primarily as they relate to obesity, metabolic disorders, and cardiovascular Gaining unwanted weight makes it less likely that you

will be physically active—weakening your bones, muscles, and joints and increasing your risk of exercise-related injury. Injury (of course) makes exercise even more difficult, raising the odds of putting on additional pounds.

Sedentary lifestyle choices directly contribute to the likelihood of weight gain and exercise-related injuries. If one or both of these things happen, it can make exercise more difficult and less appealing.

When exercise becomes more difficult and less appealing, physical activity typically decreases resulting in weaker bones, muscles, and joints.

Poor physical conditioning (distinct from injury) can discourage exercise, leading not only to continued inactivity but also to weight gain and an increased risk of injury.

So, as you can see, these four issues can be closely related, but they’re not necessarily connected in the same way in every case. What is clear, though, is that inactivity, obesity, and poor physical conditioning all present real risks for the musculoskeletal system which can, in turn, limit mobility, increase depression and anxiety, weaken your immune system, and reduce quality of life overall.

HEALTH | mind & body

in our relationships with patients. Put simply, it is impossible to maintain or improve your health over the long run if your own day-to-day behaviors are working against you. Office visits just won’t be enough. Good communication is a key part of any effective treatment plan.

Talking candidly about your diet, exercise, sleep, work and stress management patterns helps us understand you as person—not just your symptoms. In return, you’ll receive advice that can help you better manage your overall health and protect your musculoskeletal system.

In addition, as I mentioned earlier, your activity levels have a direct effect on how well your immune system functions.

We cannot fully eliminate any exposures to viruses or bacteria, obviously. But that’s a good thing! Once exposed, if your body is active and your immune system is adequately healthy, you can stop that bacteria or virus from replicating…thus reducing your illness and reducing your likelihood to transmit the illness to others!

Take action. Don’t wait for a passive approach or ‘solution’ to your current ailments. Whether it’s a knee replacement or some not-yet-ready vaccine, take action now on your own and address what you can control through increased activity and improved diet. And Giebler Chiropractic can help. I promise you that. 

On average, people who become obese engage in less than one minute of vigorous activity per day.

Close-Up on the Inactivity-Obesity Connection

Many researchers have come to view persistent inactivity as a root cause of obesity. Analysis of National Health and Nutrition Examination Surveys from 1988 through 2010 found that 52% of women reported a sedentary lifestyle in 2010 compared to 19% in 1988. There was a similar jump in men: in 2010, 43% reported no physical activity compared to 11% in 1988. These findings coincide with an obesity rate that doubled between 1980 and 2010. However, a study published in the journal Mayo Clinic Proceedings also demonstrated that obesity can be a cause as well as a result of inactivity. On average, people who become obese engage in less than one minute of vigorous activity per day.

Read that statement one more time: Less than 1 minute per day! So it becomes a sort of feedback loop—inactivity leads to obesity, which leads to more inactivity.

As noted, that study concluded in 2010, and in the last decade these statistics have changed exponentially as well.

Breaking the Cycle

If you are physically inactive and overweight but otherwise healthy, you can break the cycle by changing your day-to-day exercise and nutritional habits. I can help you do this in a way that’s safe and effective by setting up a steady but sustainable program. But what if acute or chronic pain is preventing you from getting the exercise your body needs? If this is the case, then I would work with you to find the root cause of your discomfort and recommend a treatment plan to address it. This will help put you in a better position to comfortably begin exercising.

As a result of their training, most chiropractors take a holistic view of their patients’ health. This is why conversations about healthy lifestyle habits (not just about symptoms and treatment options) feature so prominently

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RESTAURANT

Kiel restaurateurs open new venue

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he area’s newest pizzeria plans to make a splash on the Eastern Wisconsin scene this September.

Located on Park Avenue in Kiel, the Stone Dagger Pizzeria plans to make a splashy entrance in a location that lies close to the Manitowoc-Calumet County line.

The anticipation for the opening of the new pizzeria stems from the announcement of the project by successful Kiel restaurateurs Nate and Dee Dee Paulish, who also run the Fork

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and Dagger restaurant on Kiel’s west side.

Crews have been busily renovating both the interior and exterior of the location that formerly housed the Eggers Eye Clinic, and the Kiel Vet Clinic years before.

The Paulish’s envision that Stone Dagger Pizzeria fit the bill as a neighborhood pizzeria, with an ample outdoor patio to accommodate open air dining and relaxation.

“We aim to be your neighborhood

pizzeria and restaurant serving freshly prepared dishes, using quality ingredients,” Nate Paulish said. “Our mission is to give very customer a fantastic dining experience whether they dine in, take out, or have us deliver to their doorstep.”

In addition to all those serving options, Stone Dagger Pizzeria will also offer a full-service bar featuring crafted cocktails, craft beers and specialty wines.

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Menu options The Stone Dagger Pizzeria will feature both thin and rustic crust pizzas, made fresh in the new brick oven.

In addition, the menu will include panini sandwiches, salads, desserts and appetizers.

Appetizers on the menu include garlic cheese bread, crispy fresh mozzarella planks, spicy sriracha cauliflower, antipasto, breaded avocado, baked artichoke spinach, sriracha chicken flatbread and wild mushroom goat cheese flatbread.

Pizzas will be served on 12” of 16” crust options.

A 10” gluten free crust with either a cauliflower or broccoli cheddar base will also be available. Although the crusts are gluten free, Stone Dagger Pizzeria cautions that it does not guarantee a 100 percent gluten free environment.

A dozen standard pizza options will be offered on the menu, including the Raider Pizza, which will feature a combination of pepperoni and Italian Sausage.

Other house recipes will be the 707 (a margherita style pizza), General Tso’s chicken, Smoke House Brisket, Lobster and Roasted Mushroom, Spinach and Artichoke, Capicola and Pineapple, Southwest, Chicken Pesto, Loaded Italian, Sunday Brunch and Prosciutto.

Pizza lovers will also have the opportunity to create their own pizzas and Stone Dagger Pizzeria, with

a roster that includes more than 30 different ingredient options.

Dessert choices will include Cannolis, brownie sundaes, the gelato of the day, a strawberry Nutella flatbread and a chocolate chip cookie ice cream sandwich.

Hours for the new pizzeria will be Sunday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Fridays/ Saturdays until 10. Stone Dagger Pizzeria plans to be closed on Tuesdays.

To learn more about Stone Dagger Pizzeria, look them up online at stonedaggerpizzeria.com, or call 920-286-6232.

“We are excited to open this new venue for the area,” Paulish said. “One of the favorite comments we have received is ‘If it’s as good as the Fork & Dagger, it will be amazing!’”

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By Marge Petts Indian Summer is a period of unseasonably warm, dry weather that sometimes occurs in Autumn in Northern America and other temperate regions of the world. It occurs between September through November, and usually occurs after a killing frost.

In the late 18th Century, the term Indian Summer began to be used to describe this time as warm, quiet,

Holiday Orange Nut Bread Bread: 1-1/2 cups sugar 1 cup butter (2 sticks), softened 4 eggs 1 cup sour cream ½ cup orange juice 2 tablespoons grated orange peel 3-1/2 cups allpurpose flour 1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 2 cups chopped walnuts ORANGE MARMALADE BUTTER: ½ cup butter, softened 1 tablespoon powdered sugar 3 tablespoons orange marmalade

Heat oven to 350 degrees. Grease bottom only of five mini-pans or

two 9x5 inch loaf pans. Set aside.

Combine sugar and 1 cup butter in large mixing bowl. Beat at medium speed, scraping bowl often, until creamy (1 to 2 minutes). Add eggs; continue beating until well mixed (1 minute). Add sour cream, orange juice and peel; continue beating until well mixed (1 to 2 minutes).

Add flour, baking powder and baking soda; reduce speed to low. Beat until well mixed (1 to 2 minutes).

Gently stir in nuts by hand.

Divide batter evenly among prepared pans. Bake for 35-45 minutes for mini loaf pans, 45-55 minutes for large loaf pans or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Let stand 10 minutes; remove from pans. Cool completely.

Tip: For easier slicing, wrap breads tightly in foil or plastic wrap and store overnight.

Submit your recipes to Marge

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hazy weather. The haziness associated with Indian Summer was caused by prairie fires set by the Native American tribes.

Fall is my second favorite season, after Summer. It is when we begin to harvest and gather acorn squash, my favorite vegetable, which has twice the amount of potassium as bananas.

My next favorite vegetable is sweet corn.

Although it may not have as much nutritional value, its taste is unequaled.

Because of my love of the American Indian culture, I share with you these words of wisdom.

If corn shucks are thick and tougher than usual, there’s a hard winter ahead.

In the Fall of the year we often see ground fog in the early morning or evening.

When you see fog in the fields while driving, that is said to be the Indians returning to reclaim the land.

I like that saying and have repeated it to my children and grandchildren many times. My mother and grandmother also said those words to me. It is a good reminder that the land is only on loan to us as long as we live, and it is our responsibility to preserve it for future generations.

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Lettuce Wedges with Waldorf Dressing Makes 2 servings ½ cup diced, unpared red apple ¼ cup seeded grape halves 2 tablespoons chopped celery ½ cup blue cheese dressing or mayonnaise Lettuce wedges

Mix apple, grapes, celery and dressing. Spoon on lettuce wedges.

Cranberry Mince Pie Makes 1 pie 1-1/3 cups sugar ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon cloves ½ teaspoon ginger 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1-1/3 cups seedless raisins 1/3 cup chopped walnuts 1 tablespoon grated orange peel 2 teaspoons grated lemon peel 1/3 cup lemon juice ¾ cup canned jellied cranberry sauce, crushed 1-1/3 cups finely chopped apple

Autumn Venison Stew Makes 4 to 6 servings 2 slices bacon 1- pound venison or beef stew meat, cut into ¾ inch pieces 1 medium onion, chopped 1-1/2 cups beef broth ¾ cup apple cider or juice ¼ teaspoon dried thyme, crushed 1 cup peeled winter squash, cut into ½ inch cubes 1 cup sliced parsnip 1 apple, peeled, cored, and sliced ¼ cup raisins 2 tablespoons cold water

4 teaspoons allpurpose flour

In a Dutch oven (or casserole), cook bacon until crisp. Remove bacon; drain, crumble, and set aside. Reserve drippings.

Brown meat and onion in drippings. Drain off fat.

Add broth, cider, thyme and dash pepper. Cover and simmer 1 hour or until meat is almost tender. Add squash, parsnip, apple, raisins, and bacon. Cover and simmer 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender.

Blend cold water into flour and add to stew. Cook and stir until bubbly. Cook 1 minute more.

Zucchini with Fettuccine

Combine the sugar, salt, and spices. Add raisins, nuts, peels, lemon juice, cranberry sauce, and apple; mix well.

Pour into a 9-inch pastry-lined pie plate. Top with lattice crust. Bake in 400- degree oven for 35 minutes. Cut in plump wedges and serve warm.

Makes 6 servings 1- pound fettuccine noodles ½ pound fresh mushrooms, sliced ½ cup butter (1 stick), divided 1-1/4 pounds zucchini cut julienne (thin strips or match-like pieces) 1 cup heavy cream ½ teaspoon salt ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese ½ cup chopped parsley

Cook fettuccine according to package directions. Drain. Set aside.

In large deep skillet saute mushrooms in ¼ cup butter for 2 minutes on high heat. Add zucchini, cream, remaining butter and salt.

Simmer three minutes, being careful not to let mixture boil. Add fettuccine and stir gently to mix.

Serve with cheese and garnish with parsley.

Note: Excellent with salad and any meat or poultry that does not have gravy.

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for your whole family in all widths and sizes. We have a wide selection of quality brands for you to choose from. We measure your feet and are dedicated to fitting you properly.

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Plymouth Arts Center, located at 520 East Mill Street in historic downtown Plymouth was founded in 1993 as a non-profit community arts organization.

We are Western Sheboygan County’s premier arts destination and are well known throughout Wisconsin and beyond for our ongoing fine arts program.

Wisconsin artists are showcased in changing exhibits in Gallery 110 North, our stunning, recently renovated gallery; open to the public six days per week and admission is always free.

Bus tours, community, school, and other groups are always welcome to schedule special docent or artist led visits. You’ll also enjoy visiting our gift shop where you’ll find a variety of original paintings, 3-D artwork, books, ceramic mugs, scarves, purses, and so much more all created by our artist members.

We also present many popular events that are enjoyed every year, such as the Cheese Capital Jazz Crawl for the Arts, our signature live music extravaganza featuring 10 jazz and blues bands; Mill Street

Live, a high energy song and dance summer musical revue highlighting talented college age performers; Northern Moraine Spring Art Tour, a free admission, three-day selfguided art tour with over 35 artists in 18 different venues.

Consider bringing a group of friends and spend the weekend meeting artists working as painters, printmakers, potters, furniture makers; fiber, glass, metal and leather artists, and photographers. Then in fall, artists are invited to Plymouth for a weeklong paint out, for our Paint the Town, en Plein Air. More than 40 artists will create paintings of the areas beautiful facades, landscapes, and more.

The finale includes a celebratory reception, which is open to the public, artists’ awards, and silent auction.

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and meetings. There really is something for everyone at the PAC. We invite you to visit us today. Parking is available in our parking lot or in northern end of the adjacent lot or alongside our building.

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June 12-Oct. 23 Chilton Farmers Market Fridays 11-4

Oct. 10, 8:30am-4pm.

Run With Angels 5K, at The Blind Horse. An opportunity to walk or run in someone’s memory. Register at runwithangels.org.

Through Oct. 31 - The SCIO Farmer’s Market is held every Wednesday and Saturday from 9am-1pm at Fountain Park, 922 N 8th St.

ELKHART LAKE June 6-Oct. 17 Elkhart Lake Farmers & Artisans Market-Grab & Go-Saturdays 8:30am-12:30pm.

Through Sept. 19 Live Music at the Tiki Bar. See website for schedule. shoreclubwisconsin.com Through Sept. 6 Live Music at the Lake Deck.

See website for schedule. osthoff.com/lake-deck For a complete schedule of Road America road racing events, see roadamerica. com Nov. 16 Elkhart Lake Fire Department Raffle Drawing 8pm. To purchase tickets or for more information, you may contact us through Facebook Messenger, call our Fire Department (920)876-3333 or individually contact any of our volunteer firefighters.

KIEL Kiel Farmers Market Wednesday afternoons in Kiel City Park

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Live music on The Patio at The Blind Horse.

See website for schedule. theblindhorse.com/events/

MANITOWOC May 23 - October, Downtown Manitowoc Farmers Market Saturdays, 8am-1pm Oct. 31, 1-4pm Zoo Boo. A day of howling, ghoulish fun activities for everyone at Lincoln Park Zoo.

PLYMOUTH Sept. 25-27 “If It’s Monday, This Must Be Murder!” a comedy-drama

by PAC Theatre Company.

Advance tickets are $10 per person. Tickets for this production will NOT be sold at the door. For tickets please visit the Plymouth Arts Center, 520 East Mill Street, Downtown Plymouth, WI. Tuesday-Friday, 10am to 4pm, or call: 920-892-8409; email: info@plymoutharts. org. Tickets may also be conveniently ordered online at: www.plymoutharts.org.

Sept. 11 & Sept. 25 Twilight Picnic Series at Bookworm Gardens starting at 5, 5:30 or 6 PM. There is a cost and pre-registration required. No walk-ins allowed. Adults only. Stroll through the grounds as the sunset reflects across the Pond, bring a picnic blanket to spread out in the Magic Treehouse, and sip an artisanal cocktail as you explore the midsummer blooms. Each admission includes a delicious gourmet picnic box filled with charcuterie inspired by the season and exclusive after-hours access to the Gardens.

Sept. 11 Stephanie Weill Center-B2WINS performance at 7:30pm. This high energy entertainment duo captivates audiences worldwide with its unique sound. They combine a plethora of genres into a live show that is equal parts rock concert, jam session, dance party and house party.

September 12-Big Brothers Big Sisters of Sheboygan County- Chow Down in Cheesetown.

This year’s event provides something for everyone and cameras will join all guests together for a LIVE BROADCAST filled with music, fun, Bigs, Littles, chances to impact kids in the community and of course, the “Big Cheese” award! All participants, in person or at home, will enjoy the convenience of viewing auction packages and making a gift to impact youth through the Givi app.

SHEBOYGAN FALLS Sept. 3-6 Labor Day Surf Weekend at Deland Park, 901 Broughton Drive. Labor Day weekend in Sheboygan, has become an annual gathering of surfers from all corners of the world to celebrate the beginning of surfing season in the Midwest.

Sept. 9, 6-8pm. Summer Concert “Bella Musik” held at River Park (near the gazebo). Parking available at City Hall (375 Buffalo) or First Street and Western Avenue. Food will be available for sale 5-8pm in the City Hall parking lot.

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Lead the Way  by Darlene Buechel

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pproximately 83,000 people die from Alzheimer’s disease every year.

On Oct. 19, 2018 my dad, Gene Totzke, became a part of that horrible statistic when he passed away at age 85.

According to the 2019 Alzheimer’s Association fact sheet, one in three senior citizens dies with Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) or another form of dementia. I was shocked to learn that AD kills more than prostate and breast cancer combined.

We often hear people say, “Just a minute,” when we want their attention, but have you ever thought of what can be accomplished in a mere minute?

I found an internet site which lists 40 things you can do in a minute including make your bed, trim your toe nails, and floss your teeth. Sadly, the Alzheimer’s Association lists something else that happens in just over a minute. Every 65 seconds someone in the U.S. develops AD! To say that Alzheimer’s is becoming an epidemic is no exaggeration.

Between 2000 and 2017 deaths from heart disease have decreased 9 percent, but deaths from AD have increased 145 percent. These days AD is the sixth leading cause of death in the U.S. and 5.8 million Americans are living with the disease. Put in prospective, that 5.8 million is more than the population of Chicago and Houston combined! According to the Alzheimer’s Association, by 2050 the number of Americans living with AD is projected to rise to nearly 14 million.

If you don’t have AD or dementia yourself, chances are you know a family member, friend, or neighbor who is living or dying with the disease.

The “Totzke Trotters” walked to raise money for the fight against Alzheimer’s Disease.

President Ronald Reagan’s daughter, Patti Davis, wrote a book about losing her father to Alzheimer’s. In “The Long Goodbye” Davis describes saying goodbye in stages. “Alzheimer’s,” she wrote, “snips away at the threads, a slow unraveling, a steady retreat; as a witness all you can do is watch, cry, and whisper a soft stream of goodbyes.”

Everyone has a different journey, but I found that the truly heartbreaking thing about loving a person with memory loss is that you lose them long before they take their last breath. After Dad’s death, my sister Diane and I had many conversations about grief and the grieving process. Most people are familiar with the seven stages of grief defined by Dr. Kubler-Ross: shock, denial, anger, bargaining, depression, testing, and acceptance.

Some say the process of grief can take anywhere from six months

to four years, but Diane and I both felt we went through most of the stages before Dad died—during the more than four years he suffered with Alzheimer’s. I grieved when Dad stopped greeting me by name.

I grieved during our Monday Skipbo games at the assisted living center when Dad no longer knew the rules of a game he’d played with Mom for over 40 years. I grieved when Dad spoke of long dead friends as if they were still with us. I also grieved when Dad’s temperament changed and he didn’t love music anymore.

The summer before Dad died a poem “wrote itself” during one of my walks down our quiet, country road.

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I was fine until Danielle read the last stanza of the poem: “I smiled when God took your hand. To soar above the trees. He’ll say, ‘Welcome, son. Job well done,’ and return your memories.” I wasn’t the only one reaching for Kleenex at the end of the poem.

Alzheimer’s is a sad, scary disease. Out of the top 10 causes of death in the U.S., Alzheimer’s Disease is the only one without any methods for preventing, curing, or slowing it down. The Alzheimer’s Association says research into a vaccine continues, but so far there are no ways to prevent the disease from developing.

The Alzheimer’s Association sums up their goal with the slogan, “Lead the Way to Alzheimer’s first survivor.” I hope and pray their goal is realized soon. Previous studies have found that people who have a close relative with Alzheimer’s are 4 to 10 times more likely to develop the disease themselves.

The road to a cure seems long and twisted, but money toward research

can go a long way to help.

My family heard about the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s and wanted to do our part when we learned this event is the world’s largest fundraiser for support, care, and research for AD. On Oct. 5, 2019 I, along with seven family members and over 300 other folks, joined the Fond du Lac 2019 Walk to End Alzheimer’s. My daughter Danielle designed T-shirts for our “Totzke Trotters” team. The shirts for greatgrandkids say, “I walk… because memories should last a lifetime,” while the adult shirts say, “Memories Matter.” All are purple or white with purple design since that is the official color of the Alzheimer’s movement.

We raised money for AD research and completed the two-mile trek on that cloudy, windy, October Saturday in honor of my dad, Gene Totzke, and all of the other Americans living and dying with Alzheimer’s.

I felt Dad’s presence every step of the way and am confident God did return his memories.

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The “Totzke Trotters” little guys were (from left) Axel, Landon, and Maverick. team included Maverick Breckheimer (9), Axel Breckheimer (6), and Landon McClone (6 months). My hope and prayer is that these boys— along with everyone in their generation—never have to suffer the “Long Goodbye” of a loved one.

With research, money, and Alzheimer’s awareness, I truly hope we can LEAD THE WAY to a cure.

(For more information on the Alzheimer’s Association and yearly Walk to End Alzheimer’s, please visit ALZ.org) 

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