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20910 BRADFORD LANE, BROOKFIELD Spectacular home featuring a grand foyer with an elegant curved staircase. Indoor swim spa and hot tub. Gracious primary suite offers privacy and comfort. The expansive exposed lower level. $1,795,000

34595 SPRINGBANK ROAD, OCONOMOWOC LAKE Oconomowoc lake home with over 126 feet of great frontage with outstanding southern view overlooking the lake. Beautifully landscaped 2-acre lot with brick patios, again with great lake views.

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MODERN COLONIAL~W274N7096 WRENS WAY, LISBON Beautiful Miller Marriott 2020 model home. Located in the sold out Barnwood Conservancy neighborhood. Quality features include 9-foot ceilings, white oak hardwood floors, custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, custom millwork and solid core doors. $869,000

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Only 3 of 29 lots are available in one of Lake Country’s finest upscale developments–Nagawicka Heights. Ready for your new home as the roads, water, sewer and utilities have been installed. These 1/2+ acre lots have beautiful settings and views with many backing up to woodlands or open spaces. Part of the open space is an orchard with a black Kentucky four board crisscross fence bordering Nagawicka Road. $244,900

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Riverview Antiques A 1950s Silver Streak Sled, now on display at Riverview Antiques, located at 2045 West St. Paul Ave., Milwaukee. Open Tuesday thru Saturday, 10 am-5 pm and Sunday 11 am-4 pm. For more information call 414-278-9999, or go to www.RiverviewAntiqueMarket.com.

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River’s End Gallery The owner of the River’s End Gallery, Joan Skimmons, painted this 36" high by 48" wide oil painting on canvas. The painting is framed in a black frame. She paints all types of subject matter and paints custom pieces for the gallery clients. Her style is very loose realism to abstract. When the gallery is open, you can find Joan in the studio at the rear of the Gallery.

All are welcome to come into the studio and watch art in process Wednesday-Saturday. River’s End Gallery, 380 W. Main St., Waukesha.

262-780-1191. www.RiversEndGallery.com.

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Cuddle up with gorgeous faux fur for the holidays from Galleria Greendale! The Galleria’s selection includes vests, robes, jackets, muffs, scarves, mittens, handbags, hats and more. Be sure to stop in soon – many items are available in limited quantities only. Shop Galleria Greendale this holiday season – featuring the handmade work of more than 80 talented artists working in jewelry, fiber, ceramics, glass, sculpture, garden art, painting and mixed media.

Located at the Downtown Shops of Historic Greendale, Wisconsin, along Parking Street and Broad Street. Galleria Greendale.

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5, 32 The Gallery Browse offerings from a few of our area’s finest shops and businesses.

8 Finding Happiness Humans lean toward the negative, but we can overcome this tendency. Discover ways to be happier right now.

By Victor Parachin

14 Prestigious Living—Woodbridge Estates Set on a choice lot in the prestigious Woodridge Estates Subdivision, you’ll find this amazing Jeff Horwath custom built gem.

17 Key Pieces ~ Where Holiday Decorating Starts With An Inspiration Key Pieces located in Downtown Merton has participated in the Ronald McDonald Fantasy House Charity for the past five years. This fundraiser benefits families in need while receiving medical treatment at local hospitals.

19 MayHouse Closet MayHouse Collection of Oconomowoc has you covered this Holiday season with latest attire! Stop by MayHouse and view our collection of fashions for all ages.

21 Picardy Holiday Ensembles If you love women’s designer footwear, apparel and accessories look no further than Picardy Shoe Parlour of Mequon and Brookfield.

22 A Lovely Blend Of Design & Elegance The elegant home at 20910 Bradford Lane in Brookfield, Wisconsin, combines pristine, expansive beauty with welldesigned, luxurious amenities. By Anne Kaiser

25 Fashionable Destinations Fashion awaits at The Garment Shop, Cambridge, Picardy Shoe Parlour of Mequon and Brookfield and Stone + Suede of Waupun.

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PEOPLE ARE SURPRISED when they hear that the beloved Vietnamese Buddhist monk and author Thich Nhat Hanh used to say he loved cleaning the toilet. When asked how this could possibly be the case, he responded simply and directly: “We’re lucky to have a toilet to clean.”

“We can be truly happy,” he concluded, “when we recognize that we already have more than enough conditions for happiness.”

Here are five ways to make happiness stronger and suffering less frequent.

Lean Toward the Positive Unfortunately, the human brain appears to be hardwired for the negative. Among the wealth of research on this, studies by John Cacioppo a professor of psychiatry and behavioral neuroscience at the University of Chicago, consistently demonstrate that the human brain reacts more strongly to stimuli it deems negative.

There is a greater surge in electrical activity. However, it is possible to override this tendency by working with thoughts so that we lean toward the positive.

Anytime an unpleasant event emerges, rather than go negative, pause and try to observe the moment with an open spirit. Try saying to yourself: “Well, this is interesting” or “I wonder what will come from this?”

Meditate…and Keep Meditating Research consistently reveals that meditation

does increase a person’s happiness level. For example, an NIH study of 30 medical students measured their cortisol levels before meditation.

(Cortisol being the body’s hormone responsible for stress; too much of it can lead to sleep disorder, anxiety, and mood swings.) The study revealed that after just four days of mindful meditation, the students’ cortisol levels decreased significantly while their happiness was strengthened.

The key, of course, is to keep meditating regularly. In his book No Mud, No Lotus: The Art of Transforming Suffering, Thich Nhat Hanh shares an insight that helped him in his meditation practice: “When I was a young monk, I wondered why the Buddha kept practicing mindfulness and meditation even after he had already become a buddha. Now I find the answer is plain enough to see. Happiness is impermanent, like everything else. In order for happiness to be extended and renewed, you have to learn how to feed your happiness.” So, even if you are satisfied with your current happiness level, it still needs to be nourished through regular meditation.

Limit Wealth While everyone needs enough money to cover life’s necessities and to feel financially stable, the harsh pursuit of wealth can also open the door to emotional and mental anguish. That’s why Swami Sivananda bluntly teaches: “There is difficulty in

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amassing wealth. There is more difficulty in protecting it. There is pain when it becomes less. There is still more pain if one loses it.”

“I was giving a talk in Hong Kong once,” recalled the Tibetan leader Gehlek Rimpoche.

“Afterward, a fellow asked me, ‘Do I have to give up my Rolls Royce?’ I told him that as long as he drove the Rolls Royce, he was okay. But when the Rolls Royce started driving him, he’d be in trouble.”

Ask Better Questions It’s likely that one time or another we’ve all asked ourselves “why me?” when an issue emerges. That question simply drives pain into deeper suffering. Instead try asking better questions, ones that lift the spirit rather than drag it down. Consider the example of comic artist John Porcellino, who practices Zen meditation. In an interview with Lion’s Roar, he related a time when a major illness came into his life: “When I got very ill, the first thing I thought, naturally, was ‘Why me?’ But just as naturally, the next thought was, ‘Why not me?’ Terrible things happen to people every day. Why should I be exempt? I saw my illnesses in the context of my practice. They were an opportunity to explore selflessness, patience, fearlessness.”

Choose Where to Put Your Attention It’s true that staying optimistic and hopeful when the daily news delivers one negative story after another can be challenging. Yet, this can and must be done for happiness to continue being present. In a Time magazine interview, the Dalai Lama was asked how he managed to stay optimistic and faithful with so much hate in the world. His response offers a way through negativity and into an optimistic spirit: “There’s always some problem, some killing, some murder or terrorist act or scandal everywhere, every day,” he replied. “But if you think the whole world is like that, you’re wrong.

Out of six billion humans, the troublemakers are just a handful.”

A similar perspective is shared by Marianne Elliott, a human rights activist and author of Zen Under Fire. For two years she worked in Afghanistan, “witnessing a seemingly endless parade of human suffering and injustice.” One day she asked an Afghan colleague how he could keep believing things would improve when the signs seemed so bad. “What choice do I have?” he replied, “I don’t know what the future holds. So why not believe it will get better? It motivates me to keep working and makes my life bearable.” n E X C L U S I V E LY Y O U R S

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N16W29926 Brookstone Cir., Brookfield ~ $599,900

S63W18551 College Avenue, Muskego ~ $556,000

Beautifully updated 5-BR, 3 full BA home in High Point Estates. Sitting on 3/4 acre this beautiful home backs up to a nature conservancy.

Spacious duplex. This property boasts 2 seperate units, each offering 2 bedrooms upstairs with a flex room in lower level with 2 full baths. 2 garages per unit.

18616 W. Lookout Lane, New Berlin ~ $399,900

N20W22239 North Avenie, Waukesha ~ $314,900

Modern stone bi-level features 4 BR, and over 2,200 -sq.-ft. of living space on a 0.6 acre lot. First floor features vaulted ceilings and natural hardwood floors.

Charming cottage-style home nestled on a 1-acre property. This idyllic 3-BR 1-BA residence offers a partially finished lower leveland a 2.5 car garage.

Geri Jenkins ~ Agent Profile

3317 Tara Hill Court, Waukesha ~ $399.900

Beautiful Ranch condo with a full basement & attached 2.5 car garage. 3 BR & 3 full BA. Living room with vaulted ceilings and gas fireplace.

W162S7017 Olive Circle, Muskego ~ $289,900

First floor, Ranch style end unit condo. Main living room features plentiful natural light, gas fireplace and open concept into the kitchen. 2.5 car garage.

Geri is the mother of 4 busy children and 2 dogs–and after working in the service industry for over twenty years, she’s become passionate about helping people on a personal level. It’s her goal to make the process as smooth and stress free as possible and has the patience to make it happen. Geri can be contacted at 414-573-6808 or by email, gjenkins@firstweber.com.

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SET ON A CHOICE LOT in the prestigious Woodridge Estates Subdivision, you'll find this amazing Jeff Horwath custom built gem. This almost new Ranch home offers 4,200-square-feet of luxurious living space including 3 bedrooms and 3.5 baths.

Notable features include an open floor plan with an incredible great room with a wood beamed ceiling, built in book cases plus a beautiful stone fireplace. The Gourmet kitchen has a pantry, custom cabinets, and a granite island.

There is a large luxurious main bedroom with a huge walk-in closet and large spa quality bath. Polished hickory hardwood floors, plus alder wood moldings and doors, and 10 foot ceilings are throughout this impressive residence. The main floor has a private office. Finished Lower Level includes a pub, game room, family room and an exercise room. The grounds of this estate are professionally landscaped. n

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KEY PIECES LOCATED in Downtown Merton has participated in the Ronald McDonald Fantasy House Charity for the past five years. These photos were taken in this year’s dining room and main level bathroom which Jackie Malinowski and Sue Tschanz chose to decorate. This fundraiser benefits families in need while receiving medical treatment at local hospitals.

Holiday decorating starts with an inspiration. Whether you are creating a tabletop display or creating wreaths or garlands you must remember to layer with textures, colors and heights. Decorating does not have to have a high price tag. Be creative and use what you have by swapping out pillows, throws and even artwork. Heirloom ornaments are another way to dazzle tables, vases, and wine glasses.

Christmas decorating is a welcome chance to show off what you have collected through the years. Key Pieces does every day and holiday consults.

Whether you need help with furniture placement, mantels, banisters or holiday decorating please call us or stop by our charming boutique loaded with one of a kind pieces. Happy holidays to all! n Key Pieces W282 N7148 Main Street, Merton, WI, Tuesday-Saturday 10-5, www.keypiecesdecor.com, 262-337-1728.

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THE GRAND, SPACIOUS home at 20910 Bradford Lane in Brookfield, Wisconsin, offers a lovely blend of luxury and elegance. This 9,000 square foot home is conveniently located in the desirable Bartlett Manor subdivision on 1.02 acres.

The Bartlett Manor neighborhood offers exceptional charm and easy access to the highway and metropolitan destinations.

Built in 1995, the home includes five bedrooms and six full and two half baths.

An attached four-car garage allows for easy storage of vehicles throughout the seasons. Attractive plantings highlight and complement the home, and homeowners will appreciate harvesting peaches and plums from fruit trees on the property.

Owners have enjoyed tending a vegetable garden on the property as well.

The home features a light stone exterior, with stately columns framing the

grand, southeast-facing front entryway.

A sweeping staircase extends from the home’s pristine white foyer to the second floor above. Smooth white travertine marble floors and white walls accentuate the open, spacious feeling in the foyer.

An elegant chandelier above the staircase highlights the classic beauty of this entry space. Unique Murano crystal chandeliers are featured throughout the home, some imported from the Czech Republic.

Homeowners and their families and guests will enjoy conversing and entertaining in the home’s expansive great room. White walls and cabinetry lend a feeling of openness in this room; the light-colored walls welcome the addition of favorite artwork and other decorative furnishings or sculptures. Luxurious light cream-colored carpeting adds to the comfortable feeling of the great room.

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A high ceiling lends additional grandeur and lightness to this gathering space. Inset circular ceiling lights are complemented by a central decorative chandelier in this room. Abundant natural light enters the great room through a series of tall windows on one end of the room. Natural greenery visible just beyond the windows conveys a peaceful feeling to this room. A fireplace is artfully nestled in the center of the wall of windows, offering a focal point and source of relaxation.

A family room offers a second place for homeowners and guests to gather for relaxation. Hardwood oak floors and light neutral walls and ceiling create a beautiful space perfectly suited to the display of artwork and personalized furnishings. A chandelier provides elegant lighting in this welcoming room.

Wednesday through Sunday we have a selection of macarons, pastries, croissants, donuts, cakes, and other delicious treats! We also proudly carry Vennture Brewing Company coffee and cold brew, Pete’s Pops, and Purple Door ice cream. And on Sunday, we’ve got hot ham from Badger Ham and freshly baked rolls.

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Culinary enthusiasts will enjoy the home’s spacious and thoughtfully designed kitchen and generous-sized wine cellar. The appealing and well-planned kitchen includes white cabinets consistent with the home’s overall design as well as ample counter space.

A neutral-toned tile floor is attractive and practical, and enhances the appealing lightness of the room. A central kitchen island enhances plentiful work and storage space.

Features such as a double oven and builtin coffeemaker and espresso maker ease food and beverage preparation. The kitchen includes high-end stainless steel appliances and attractive suspended metal lights above the island. A square skylight above the sink allows natural light into the room, and ample windows above the sink area provide a restful view of nature beyond. The kitchen opens to an outdoor stone terrace, an ideal spot for casual plein air dining on pleasant days.

A lovely dinette offers a space in which to dine or entertain. Tile floors and light-colored walls and ceiling create a sense of gracious, pristine beauty. An arching window offers abundant natural light, while a beautiful central chandelier supplements light within this pleasing room.

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Black Friday Sale We invite you to view our latest inventory Take advantage of the sale!

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Persian Rug Gallery Importers of Fine, New & Antique Rugs 309 West Silver Spring Dr. (Across from Bay Shore Mall Entrance)

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The home’s dining room offers a formal space to host dining events. White walls create a feeling of lightness and expansion consistent with that felt throughout this lovely home. A central shimmering chandelier in the dining room enhances the warm glow of sunlight entering through windows in this room.

A lovely sunroom offers the ideal spot to relax, read, or sip tea and absorb the beauty of nature from within the comfort of home. An elegant, durable tile floor in this room mirrors the tiling that extends to the outdoor terrace just beyond the sunroom. Expansive walls of windows and sliding doors allow beautiful views of the trees and property beyond.

A dazzling chandelier offers a beautiful light source within the sunroom as well.

Homeowners will appreciate the convenience of the stately home office. Rich woodwork along the walls accentuates the built-in wall of shelves and recessed cabinets.

A fireplace offers a welcoming glow, while wood beams in the white ceiling and around the door frames carry this warmth throughout the room.

Radiant natural light streams in and further warms and illuminates this inviting room.

The main level bedroom suite offers privacy and restful views of the mature trees on this well-tended property. It features light, pristine colors and a design consistent with the rest of the home. Oak floors create a sense of warmth, while windows allow abundant sunshine into this comfortable haven. A glimmering chandelier radiates classical beauty at the center of the room’s ceiling. This bedroom features an ensuite bath and comfortable sitting area.

Upstairs, the home includes four additional bedrooms, each designed with elegance, spaciousness and comfort in mind. A primary bedroom includes convenient built-in white storage shelves above cabinets, the perfect spots to display fine art or other personal treasures. Wood floors offer warmth that accents the open and airy white walls. A chandelier light fixture warms and illuminates the center of the room’s ceiling. A fireplace adds comfort in this luxurious bedroom.

The adjoining bathroom is ample and offers a luxurious whirlpool tub and spacious walk-in shower. Natural light enters the room through discreet windows and a square skylight, while inset circular ceiling lights provide additional light in this space. Pleasing white walls, neutralcolored floors and warm-toned wood storage cabinets and vanity add to the balanced sense of comfort in the master bath. A fireplace E X C L U S I V E LY Y O U R S

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Three additional upstairs bedrooms each convey continuity of the home’s pleasing, elegant design. Each features darker oak hardwood floors and light-toned walls. These bedrooms would be ideal for family or guests, offering peaceful spots for comfortable repose.

Homeowners will appreciate the home’s grand, beautifully designed lower level. One area of the lower level includes a fireplace surrounded by ample windows, a perfect casual spot to gather with friends or family. A wet bar area nearby invites guests to linger and converse. Recreation opportunities await in the convenient lower level pool table room and nearby hot tub and resistance pool. An exercise room additionally offers space for exercise machines, weights, and other fitness equipment, making fitness goals accessible year-round and on busy days.

Outside, homeowners and guests will relish gathering on the attractive backyard stone terrace. Here, a firepit and built-in grill provide focal points for comfortable outdoor dining and conversing.

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WITH SEEMING confusion rampant, and unconstructive criticism the ready tool of subtle propaganda, the time has come for those of us whose strength is grounded in faith to stand steadfastly by our prayers.

Thus, by our very calm may we prove the truth of our position.

This is no time to quibble over creed or race. This is no time to consume energy in needless discussion, nor smatter intelligence in wasteful indecision. That which is negative has no value.

The most powerful antidote in the universe to evil of any nature is a firm conviction that good alone is power, and good alone will endure.

To the degree in which we make that knowledge a part of our being, to the degree in which we impart that knowledge to those less fortunate in their understanding, will we bring good into existence as a force that brooks no opposition. And only as we stand firmly by our prayers, steadfastly refusing to be dissuaded from our resolve, will the binding mesmerism of evil be routed.

Thanksgiving brings with it a fullness of living—a luscious gold brown hue that casts a mellow light across harvested fields.

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truth, accepted as it may be by thousands, it is not necessarily true.

The light of Thanksgiving is not dimmed.

It shines today with as rare effulgence as it shone 329 years ago when our forefathers laid aside personal ambition and individual creed for a singleness of purpose: to thank God for His blessings.

They had prayed for a plentiful harvest.

They had labored; and then stood by their prayers. So great was their reward that eventually, one day a year was set aside for a day of national Thanksgiving.

Today criticism, resentment, political differences must again give away to a singleness of purpose. In the same fashion that Aaron and Hur stayed up the hands of Moses when they were heavy, so must we as a nation uphold the hands of our leaders that they may unflinchingly carry us through a world upheaval to a just peace designed for the good of all mankind.

As we are strong, so do we make others strong.

Let us not limit our power by dissipating our purpose. Let us rather, as a nation whose influence may be felt throughout the world, unite at this moment in a firm resolve to stand by our prayers and thank God for the blessings that are ours.

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