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Beautiful spaces for memorable events At Lake Arrowhead, you’ll find exceptional indoor and outdoor spaces that will make your event truly spectacular. Whether you exchange vows on our golf course or entertain guests in our beautiful banquet spaces, Lake Arrowhead gives you a variety of indoor and outdoor venues to make your day memorable.

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Wedding on the Patio — Our newly expanded patio located at the Pines Clubhouse is an award-winning addition to our venues. The patio extends off our banquet facility so you can have the outdoor wedding of your dreams and move indoors to our spacious banquet facility for your reception. The patio is also a great outdoor option for your wedding reception.

The Pines Banquet Hall — This beautiful banquet room is located in the main clubhouse and offers scenic views of the golf course. With seating capacity for approximately 200 guests and a large dance floor, it is the perfect place to celebrate with friends and family. Plus, our award-winning outdoor patio is just steps away, offering the perfect blend of indoor dining and enjoyment of our beautiful natural surroundings.

Wedding on the Green — Exchange vows on the 4th fairway of The Pines golf course. This incredible location gives you a dramatic bridal walk down the aisle, with a gorgeous fountain as your backdrop.

Wedding on the Lakes Pond — For that perfect picturesque wedding, imagine being walked down the grassy aisle towards the pond with a beautiful fountain between holes 1 and 9 at the Lakes golf course. The extraordinarily gorgeous plantings around the flag pole with the pond as a backdrop will enhance any photo of your perfect wedding day.

The Lakes Golf Course Pavilion — Our largest outdoor location, this serene spot is ideal for a summer wedding celebration. Here, you can host an open-air wedding in the pavilion. With beautiful ponds and fairways nearby, this pavilion lets you and your guests enjoy the beautiful backdrop of our natural surroundings.

The Pines Restaurant & Lounge — For smaller weddings the Pines restaurant provides an intimate set-up, so you can enjoy your big day with your closest friends and family.

Room availability is dependent on the night of the week and size of the party.

“Thank you so much for the wonderful service we received at our daughter’s wedding reception last weekend. All of our guests had a great time, as we were told over and over! The food was delicious and the staff was very professional and polite. We couldn’t have asked for a better outcome. We are very happy that Lake Arrowhead was chosen for this event and we would be happy to recommend you to anyone needing banquet services!”

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20 Jenny Shermo: Making Strides To Inspire The Community 23 Teri Wilczek: A Heart Filled With Compassion And Kindness 26 Katrina Shankland: The Victory Is Ours 30 Myranda Hayes: Leading The Next Generation 34 Four Reasons To See A Physical Therapist Before, During And After Pregnancy 38 Passion Is Preparation For Success 40 Urban Herding 52 Pearl Luvs Earl Boutique Opens Near Athletic Park 64 7 Steps To Stay Safe From Cyber Threats 68 Nursing Career Call To Help Sexual Assault Victims 74 11 Gadgets That Will Help You Stay Safe In Uncertain Times 80 When Resolve Dissolves 85 The Bookworm 96 Readers Describe Their Favorite Ways To Beat The Winter Blues

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66 Collaboration To Strengthen Breast Feeding Support In Wood County 70 Safe Infant Sleep 72 Aerial Yoga And Dance A High Flying Workout 76 Is It Time For A New Pair Of Shoes 78 Relaxation And A Workout

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60 Kaitlin Brown Helps Transform A Humble Abode 97 Light It Up! Easy DIY Candlelight

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14 Women Leaders Conference And The Pfister Hotel 36 Autistic Man Finds Voice Through Photography 48 Women’s Leadership Conference Gets Emotional 83 Two Common Essential Oils And Some Of Their Uses 98 The Scene: Winterfest And Jesse McCartney.

local woman to know

82 Jessica (Nemec) Sazama

18 Top Events: Our Picks Of Things To Do This Season

84 Rachel Lynne Krause

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88 Kara Sams

58 Let’s Change Our Attitude For 2017

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89 Cooking With Ruth Celebrates 100 Episodes 90 Get To Know Belgian Endive With Help Of Cheese 92 Jose’s Mexican Restaurant Spices Up Adams 94 Food & Drink 10 | YOU | SPRING 2017

86 Tamera Dahms

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42 Made Over And Feeling Great 54 Mother Of Two Gets Birthday Makeover

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KEEP YOUR VEHICLE MAINTENANCE ON SCHEDULE By: Mike Molitor, Auto Select 715-355-4050

A generation ago, drivers seemed to be more inclined to keep their vehicle’s preventive maintenance on schedule. One reason for this may be that vehicles back then were a lot less reliable than they are today. Taking your vehicle in to your shop every year or two for repairs seemed to be a good reminder to keep the oil changed.

For example, almost everyone used to take their vehicles in for regular tune-ups. Vehicles had mechanical ignition systems, which meant ignition points, spark plugs and coils had to be replaced and the timing adjusted every few years. As long as the vehicle was in for a tune-up, the vehicle was inspected and you took care of any needed repairs at the same time.

Today’s engines have electronic ignition systems and engine control computers. Spark plugs can last for up to 100,000 miles.

Vehicle reliability has vastly improved in the last few decades, and surveys report fewer problems with new vehicles than ever before. That also means that our vehicles don’t experience a huge performance drop when they’re ready for some car care.

But it doesn’t mean that they don’t need it.

Drivers need to rely on calendars and mileage intervals to know when to schedule maintenance. Owner’s manuals contain recommendations on when different types of maintenance should be performed. Also, your vehicle service provider can provide advice about auto maintenance schedules. They know that benefits of staying on top of preventive maintenance are substantial. First, you’ll get better engine performance and fuel economy. Those two things alone return the cost of preventive maintenance: in fuel savings and safety. Also, routine maintenance has been proven to prevent major car repairs later on. Again, the cost savings can be significant. As the old saying goes, “Spend a penny, save a dime.”

Modern vehicle engines may be more durable and reliable than their predecessors, but they’re more sophisticated and complex as well. For this reason, preventive maintenance today is even more critical than the old tune-up. Modern engine systems

have a lot of parts that have to stay lubricated. These parts can be made of aluminum, plastic or steel. Special additives in lubricants are required to keep each of these materials from breaking down or corroding. Over time, these additives are depleted, even if the vehicle isn’t driven. This makes fluid changes a critical part of scheduled maintenance if you want to keep your car on the road.

As an example, coolant fluid in your engine is a sophisticated mix that not only keeps your vehicle engine cool but also protects and maintains its components. However, this fluid gradually gets contaminated and anti-corrosion additives are depleted. It can become corrosive and actually damage the vehicle engine parts it was designed to protect. It can actually eat holes in your radiator and other engine parts. Changing the coolant could have prevented this damage, and it’s a whole lot easier and cheaper than replacing a radiator. Timely oil changes are more critical for drivers than they used to be. Skipping just one oil change can start the build-up of oil sludge in your engine. Sludge can clog small engine passages, which cuts off the supply of lubricant to engine parts. Just this small bit of sludge can reduce the life expectancy of your engine. If the build-up continues, it could lead to engine failure within two or three years.

One word of warning to anyone who purchases used automobiles: take care when buying a leased vehicle. Folks who lease vehicles only intend to drive them for two or three years, generally the years when the vehicle is least likely to experience any problems. One of the reasons people lease vehicles is that they don’t want to be bothered with maintenance or car care.

Before buying a pre-leased vehicle, be sure to inspect it for signs of damage that result from lack of proper care. We can all be grateful for the improved reliability of our modern vehicles.

With proper maintenance and care, we can expect them to last longer, perform better, get better fuel mileage, and require fewer repairs than ever before. We just have to be more conscientious about scheduling time for their care.

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from the editor It’s wild to think that we are already moving quickly through wintertime.

Days spent bundled up outdoors will soon be dwindling down. Enjoy the final moments while you still can to savor your hot apple cider while relaxing in front of a fireplace (or even a bonfire as the snow softly falls around).

We continue on our way towards spring which is full of new beginnings and fresh inspiration. We learned quite a bit throughout the journey of 2016 (as I’m sure you did as well) and are focusing on making 2017 the gem it truly is.

The world can be a scary place at times but it’s always a day brightener when you see members of the community making a profound impact. A Portage County native helped start the Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner program at Ministry Saint Michael’s Hospital and it has been a definite success. We have an inside peek at what guided her path and motivated her to make it happen.

Adventures are crucial for the soul and it’s important to stay safe at the same time.

Whether you’re venturing on your own or with some friends, we have the best gad-

gets to get help if you’re in need.

Assistance is always close with these safety devices and you can quickly connect with those you love if you are ever in danger.

Looking for a way to spice up your fitness routine but unsure of what to try next? Monarch Aerial Arts may be just what you need and it’s the only aerial arts studio in central Wisconsin. Increase your strength as well as your balance and flexibility.

Cheers to a new year and the excitement that it has in store for us all! Spring is the perfect time to make the changes you’ve been contemplating and to continue pursuing your passions.

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Women Leaders Conference And The Pfister Hotel

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f you have a taste for arts, culture and inspiration, plan your next trip to Milwaukee and stay at the historic Pfister Hotel where you’ll find the largest collection of Victorian style artwork of any other hotel. More than 80 works are on display as they reflect the lavish building’s 1893 heritage.

including humanitarian Dr. Tererai Trent and Danica McKellar, a.k.a.

Winnie Cooper of TV sitcom The Wonder Years will promote discussions in vital areas of diversity, career growth, confidence building and wellness. With limited space available, see registration details at www.uwm.edu.

Book your stay on Friday, March 3rd and open your weekend with a motivational day at the 8th annual Women Leaders Conference sponsored by the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee that’s held right at the hotel. The conference encourages personal and professional growth by offering business ideas, insight and skill building for all stages of life.

After gathering great ideas, head up to the 23rd floor to Blu martini bar for a quitting time cocktail and panoramic view of downtown Milwaukee and Lake Michigan. Spend your evening unwinding while listening to live music from 8-midnight.

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Known as the one stop hotel, Pfister has all the amenities needed for a relaxing stay. If you want to spend a day getting pampered, treat yourself to

a Turkish bath at Well Spa+Salon located near the guestrooms. Spa services are 60-90 minutes.

Shopping and sightseeing is right around the corner if you care to venture out to the River Walk shops, Milwaukee Art Museum or Pabst Theater, all within walking distance.

Your stay at Milwaukee’s iconic boutique hotel starts at $159 a night and special girlfriend packages start at $186 a night. With several dining options including continental breakfasts, and covered indoor parking at $27 daily, guests may never need to go beyond the Pfister’s exclusive fireproof walls. For more information, visit www.thepfisterhotel.com.

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This place is a staple in the Wausau area with its mouthwatering made from scratch treats. Preservatives are never used and this is the areas only full-service bakery.

Family owned and operated since 1962, it’s easy to see why they have been such a huge success. Indulge in a variety of donuts, pastries, breads, cookies, cakes and buns. They are here to help you out with breakfast, lunch and even dinner.

There are breakfast sandwiches, soups, chicken, cheese curds, burgers, homemade pasties and so much more. Delivery options to local businesses are also available for a small fee of $1. 1506 3rd Street, Wausau

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Bring the cake (or cupcakes) of your dreams to life with the help of Heidi. Each creation offers a taste of perfection and exquisite detailing.

She is a licensed in home baker and offers a variety of flavors to choose from. If you’re up for filling, there’s plenty of flavors to spice up your delicious masterpiece. Top it off with some amazing buttercream frosting and your taste buds will be dancing for joy. 2920 31st Street South, Wisconsin Rapids 16 | YOU | SPRING 2017

Not only does it smell like heaven when you walk in the door but the taste of these sweets will leave you wanting more.

The doors to this tasty shop opened December 10, 2013 and it has been making an impact in the area ever since. They offer gourmet cupcakes, pies, cheesecakes, cookies, muffins, cake balls, cinnamon rolls, custom cakes, wedding cakes for your special day and even more. Feel free to dine in, carry out or place a custom order.

Depending on your needs, delivery as well as set up for your cake and/or cupcakes is offered although pricing varies depending on the distance. 106 South Central Avenue, Marshfield

EARTH CRUST BAKERY

All of the goodies here are created with natural ingredients while using local dairy products, eggs, honey and vegetables. Organic flours and grains bring the flavors to the next level. This sweet spot is located inside the Stevens Point Area Co-op and they are happy to help with special orders. Stop by to try some of the delectable cinnamon rolls, cookies, muffins, bread, savory pastry pockets and danishes. They have been treating the area to amazing options since 1976 and the bakery meets its electrical needs with solar power. 633 2nd Street, Stevens Point

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AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB PAPER CITIES DOG SHOW.

See all the adorable furry friends on April 8 - 9 at the Central Wisconsin Convention and Expo Center (10101 Market Street, Rothschild).

Show hours for both days are 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. and there will be over 100 different breeds that will be showcased over the weekend with approximately 500 dogs entered each day. There will be a 4 – 6 month puppy competition on Saturday that you will likely want to attend. Vendors with pet related products will display their items and breed experts are available to discuss topics such as grooming, training and the right breed for your lifestyle. This is a good place to begin your hunt for a responsible breeder as well.

MARSHFIELD

MARSHFIELD CULTURAL FAIR.

Experience cultures from all around the world at this free event! It will be held at the UW-Marshfield/Wood County (2000 West 5th Street) on February 25 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. There will be plenty of entertainment, tasty food, exhibits and so much more. For more details, please check out marshfieldculturalfair.com.

GRANITE PEAK FAMILY FESTIVAL WEEKEND.

Mark your calendar to enjoy a weekend of festivities at Granite Peak Ski Area (3605 North Mountain Road) from March 3 March 5 and March 31 – April 2. The package includes lodging, lift tickets, ski/board rental for the whole family, horse drawn wagon rides, fireworks, a bonfire and more. For pricing, please call 715-845-2846.

PEDAL IT FORWARD.

Be part of a two hour cycling event that will offer support to cancer survivors on their path to healing in Livestrong at the YMCA. It also will aid families in need of a healthier lifestyle and a safe place to spend quality time. Check in begins at 11 a.m. and the cycling will be from 12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. on March 5.

There will be refreshments, prize drawings and a presentation.

The entry fee is $50 per bike for yourself and an additional $10 per teammate. Riders will all get a t-shirt and raffle ticket. If you want extra raffle tickets, you can get an extra one for every $50 pledge raised.

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25TH POLKA JAM.

Let the music rejuvenate your soul at this free event held at the Marshfield Eagles Club (1104 South Oak Avenue) on March 12 starting at noon. Join the fun and feel free to bring an instrument to play! Dance to classic polka tunes, relax and mingle with great people.

YESTERDAY & TODAY: THE INTERACTIVE BEATLES EXPERIENCE.

Dance to phenomenal Beatles tunes performed by the McGuigan brothers Billy, Matt and Ryan on March 19 at the Lucille Tack Center for the Arts (300 North School Street, Spencer) at 2 p.m. The brothers and their band have mastered every Beatles song and are prepared to play any of them for your enjoyment.

Reserved seating is $30 and tickets can be purchased at lucilletackcenter.com.

STEVENS POINT

COSMIC COLORS – UWSP PLANETARIUM PROGRAM.

Get ready for quite the adventure!

Explore the entire electromagnetic spectrum and discover why the sky is blue as well as why Mars is red.

You will take a tour within a planet’s leaf and also travel inside the human eye. You’ll take your chances with a monstrous black hole and discuss x-rays. At this event, you will even find out the color of a real dinosaur based on recent evidence. This is a free program at the UW-Stevens Point science building (2001 4th Avenue) on February 26 and March 5 at 2 p.m.

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MARDI GRAS BUSINESS EXPO.

Decorate a booth to promote your business or visit over 40 business booths that will be on display at the Wisconsin Rapids Elks Lodge (430 West Jackson Street) on February 28 from 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. There will be sampling of local food and plenty of opportunities to network with friends, guests as well as Heart of Wisconsin members. The admission donation is $5.

STEVENS POINT FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS.

Creativity is in the air at the UW-Stevens Point Noel Fine Arts Center (1800 Portage Street) from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. on April 2.

This is a free event and there will be over 50 booths with local artists showcasing their work. There will also be a silent auction, free children’s art activities and the opportunity to support student scholarships.

ARTI GRAS 2017.

Celebrate the arts March 9 - March 18 at multiple community venues. For the schedule of events, scope out wrctheatre.org as information is released.

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It’s filled with laughs to begin but turns to tragedy in the second half when a character forfeits her life. The sudden realization of mortality affects the others but also focuses on the underlying strength and love through good times as well as bad. It will be at the Wisconsin Rapids Community Theatre May 12 – May 21 (220 3rd Avenue South) at 7:30 p.m.

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Making Strides To Inspire The Community

BY JOY MARQUARDT PHOTOS BY LAURA SCHMITT HILLER As a leader in the health insurance industry Jenny Shermo of Arpin cares about the community she serves.

An advocate for economically disadvantaged individuals, families and the elderly Shermo is the Director of Government Programs for Security Health Plan of Wisconsin, a division of the Marshfield Clinic Health System in Marshfield.

“Our mission is to try and become the best place for health care and health insurance in the state,” said Shermo, 34. “We are constantly trying to improve our services and benefits.”

Shermo oversees all of the Medicare and Medicaid programs for more than 100,000 clients throughout the state enrolled in Security Health Plan.

“These are our neighbors and family members and people we interact with on a daily basis,” she said. “My grandparents are on a plan. We keep our members at the forefront of everything we do.”

As Director of Government Programs Shermo maintains a relationship with government agencies and strives to make sure the company is complying with the rules and regulations mandated by the state and federal government. She also coordinates various teams of individuals in the company who are developing new products and services for Security Health Plan members.

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organization from financial to marketing.”

Under Shermo’s guidance the company was able to add preventative dental coverage, eye glasses and hearing aids to its list of Medicare benefits.

“It was a long time in coming,” she said. “Originally Medicare did not cover those things. A lot of our seniors in Wisconsin are living on a fixed income and many times they went without care. It affects all aspects of life.”

Constantly working to improve client benefits, Shermo is currently working on the company’s agenda for 2018. She hopes to expand the agencies service area which now covers 49 counties in Wisconsin and provide more plan options.

“We are looking to expand our

service area and we are looking to expand our plans and offer at least one or two new plan options,” she said. “Nothing is out of the question for Security Health Plan, we have our sights set high.”

Rising costs especially in the prescription drug market and a

changing political environment are some of the biggest challenges Shermo faces in the industry.

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trying to control costs while maintaining a high quality of service.”

Security Health Plan is one of the largest insurers through the Affordable Care Act with more than 30,000 people enrolled.

“It’s definitely a lot of moving pieces to keep track of,” Shermo said. “For me the biggest reward is seeing the difference we are able to make in people lives and hearing and seeing their stories.”

The advertising tag line for Security Health Plan, “Promises Kept, Plain and Simple” is what Shermo is all about, said company CEO Julie Brussow. Brussow, a 30 year employee with Security Health Plan.

“The tag line encompasses what Jennifer does for the organization,” Brussow said. “Our members are first and foremost in her sight.”

A 2001 graduate of Lincoln High School in Wisconsin Rapids, Shermo obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in communications from the University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point in 2004. She was employed in the marketing department of the United Way of South Wood County for two years before getting interested in the health care industry and joining Security Health Plan in 2006.

“I’ve known her for more than a decade,” said Brussow who has been the company’s CEO for three years.

“We worked together in marketing.

She’s respected by all of her peers and dependable and assertive, all of the qualities that make a good leader. She’s always looking to move the needle to move the organization forward. She’s one of those people that I’m very proud to have within our organization alongside me and our coworkers.”

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Our mission is to try and become the best place for health care and health insurance in the state. We are constantly trying to improve our services and benefits.”

- Jenny Shermo

important aspect of the job for Shermo who is happy to have a found a local company that allows her to live and work in the area in which she grew up.

“I appreciate working for a company that is right here. Ninetynine percent of our employees live and work right here” she said.

A service oriented company, Security Health Plan, which employees 489 people has partnered with more than 120 community organizations for various civic and service projects throughout the state.

“We’ve started ramping up our strong community partnerships at the local and state level,” Shermo said. “We are a broad partner with 120 community organizations throughout the state covering areas such as children’s health and health for the aging to make a difference and help out at large.”

Shermo has completed both the Marshfield and Wisconsin Rapids Leadership Programs where she was able to interact with various community, church, business and industry leaders.

“I enjoyed getting connected

with other leaders in the area and learning more about the community and our community needs,” she said. “It was nice to gain contacts with people outside of the organization you work for.”

In 2012 Shermo participated in a cultural and vocational group study exchange to Australia as a member of the Sunshine Rotary Club of Marshfield who sponsored the trip.

The five member team traveled to eight locations spending time in Queensland and New South Wales.

“I was part of a group of young professionals who shared our vocations with another part of the world,” Shermo said. “I got to learn how their health system works. It has its challenges and its weaknesses just like ours. It was an awesome experience.”

While in Australia, Shermo stayed with host families and was able to do some hiking, experience a rain forest and learn more about the Aboriginal culture.

“I do love traveling,” she said.

“It was rewarding to see another culture. I enjoy nature and hiking and outdoor things.”

Married to husband Justin Shermo, they have two children, Ellie age three and Emmett age two. In her free time Shermo likes fishing, camping and spending as much time as possible outdoors with her family.

“This is where I grew up and we wanted to stay close to home,” she said. “It’s a great place to raise a family. My daughter just started a dance class and my husband and I attend church. We want to get more involved in those kinds of things as our children get older and as we look forward to the next chapter of our lives.”

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A Heart Filled With Compassion And Kindness

BY BREANNA BUTLER PHOTOS BY LAURA SCHMITT HILLER Whether it’s raising awareness and support for patient care, research, and education in the community, coordinating a multitude of events for a good cause, or sharing gratitude with generous donors, Teri Wilczek is instrumental in making it all happen. As Chief Philanthropy Officer (CPO), Wilczek oversees a staff of 18 people throughout Marshfield Clinic Health Systems (MCHS), all dedicated to making a positive impact through philanthropy.

In her 14 years at the foundation, Wilczek has served in a variety of jobs, starting as Special Events Coordinator and now as CPO, a leadership position she’s held since 2010. During any given year, she and her staff work with thousands of donors, engage physicians and staff, and plan 30 or more events to help make a difference in the clinic and the communities it serves.

“I absolutely love my job,” she said. “People often tell me, ‘I could never ask anyone for money’ and I always say, ‘I couldn’t either.’ Instead I invite people to be a part of something special. I provide patients ways to WILCZEK CONTINUED ON PAGE 24 >>> SPRING 2017 | YOU | 23

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show their gratitude and I help families honor their loved ones.

We really work to invite people to make a difference.”

Wilczek spends her workdays meeting with donors and leading her team. Together with system leadership and the Foundation Board of Directors, they set philanthropic priorities for the system. She enjoys working with various services lines, including pediatrics and oncology. This past year, the establishment of the Marshfield Clinic Health Systems Foundation was a significant accomplishment.

“The establishment of the MCHS Foundation positions us to be serve the needs of our growing system,” she said. “I feel honored to be a part of such an important milestone and to work with a dedicated board of directors, including our chair, Dr. William Hocking.”

She also credits the leadership at Marshfield Clinic Health System for their support of the foundation.

Wilczek is especially proud of the team she has built and the achievements they have made together. From a comprehensive philanthropy program and annual programs, to events and volunteer fundraising, to major gifts and estate planning, Wilczek and her team oversee it all.

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have a highly dedicated and motivated team. We have grown immensely in scope, size and in the number of programs that lead. We work a lot of long days, crazy hours, but every day the team comes in refreshed. I think it’s part of what makes me love my job so much.”

I absolutely love my job.

People often tell me, ‘I could never ask anyone for money’ and I always say, ‘I couldn’t either.’ Instead I invite people to be a part of something special. I provide patients ways to show their gratitude and I help families honor their loved ones. We really work to invite people to make a difference.”

- Teri Wilczek

Some projects she has led include “Treyden’s Cabin” (Marshfield Center’s Pediatric Oncology department in memory of Treyden Kurtzweil), the “Shining Star” program (where grateful patients can make a philanthropic gift that honors a caregiver), and the development of a

new cancer consult room, among many others.

“We can’t change the diagnosis, but we can make the experience as comfortable as possible,” she said.

With the majority of donors as grateful patients, Wilczek’s favorite part of the job is working with donors from start to finish and helping them make a difference.

“To see it all come together, from that first conversation with a donor to seeing the impact of their gift, I think it’s so rewarding to look back and think ‘we helped made that possible,’” she said.

“Part of what’s special for me is donors will tell us how giving back is part of the healing experience. Patients often need to or want to say ‘thanks’.”

Wilczek understands this need firsthand. After losing her mom, Jane, to leukemia in 2012, she gained a whole new appreciation for her work.

“Going through that experience with my mom helped me know what people are going through when they get a diagnosis. I know how important every warm blanket is,” she said. “All of the services I’d been fundraising for, now we as a family were using. My work became so much more meaningful.”

Wilczek and her husband made a gift to name a room in pediatric oncology in memory of her mom. Called “Jane’s

Countryside,” the room features beautiful murals of their family dairy farm.

It was growing up on the farm with her four siblings that helped Wilczek develop a strong work ethic and dedication to family and community.

In her free time, Wilczek enjoys spending time with her husband, Ron (who works for BMO Harris Bank), and children, Sam (13), Gracie (10) and Sophie (8). An avid fitness enthusiast, she enjoys running, participating in YMCA programs and traveling to her kids’ basketball tournaments, which is especially fun as Ron coaches their children’s teams. She is a longtime rise Sunrise Rotarian, and with her family is also active in Columbus Catholic School events and their church.

“For Ron and for me, we feel so blessed to have great careers in a small community,” she said. “Marshfield is a great community where you can be active in so many different things. We are grateful for the many friendships we’ve developed here.”

Future professional goals include helping to support some of the clinic’s larger system projects, such as cancer centers.

“I’m really proud to work for Marshfield Clinic,” she said. “The clinic is committed to the community it serves, its patients. We are so proud to be able to support programs that make sure we have the best care here and through the communities we serve.”

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The Victory Is Ours

BY KARLA SWITA PHOTOS BY SERENA SBLENDORIO

One of Katrina Shankland’s core beliefs involves taking action. “I really believe if you’re going to complain, you have to offer a solution and be willing to work toward it,” she said.

That fundamental mindset is what led Shankland, 29, into the political arena at the age of 24.

“I wasn’t going to be someone who complained about our government. I wanted to make some things happen,” she said.

So, at the encouragement of several people who recognized her potential, Shankland ran for office in 2012 and won.

As the youngest member of the Wisconsin State Assembly from the 71st district, she entered the scene with little political experience but a lot of dedication to community service. “When you run for office it isn’t about you. It shouldn’t be about you. It should be about the values that

you share with others and how you can fight for what they want.”

Shankland gained understanding of the folks in Portage County by reaching out and knocking on door after door. “I had so many conversations with people. I let them know that I’m here to listen and I want to be your voice in Madison,” she said.

When you run for office it isn’t about you. It shouldn’t be about you.

It should be about the values that you share with others and how you can fight for what they want.”

- Katrina Shankland She learned that they’re struggling to afford college and pay mortgages and childcare. They feel as though they’re working nonstop and still unable to get ahead. Moreover, they feel like the American dream is out of reach.

Relating to feelings of economic uncertainty is not too far from Shankland’s own reality. “I remember in 2009 at UW-Madison the commencement speaker actually said

‘you guys are graduating in the worst economy since the Great Depression,’” said Shankland, who earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science. Fortunately, she made the most of her college career by getting practical experience through various internships that included working at Governor Doyle’s office, Marathon County Courthouse and a community development organization.

These jobs and other similar stepping stones in her path, helped shape Shankland into the leader that she is today. Growing up the daughter of public school teachers in Wittenberg, she was expected to be part of a community that takes care of each other. “My parents empowered me to learn life skills early and how to talk to people and take responsibility.”

That started early with a dog sitting business, playing the organ at church and caroling for elderly residents at Homme Home. In middle school, she was president of the student council and vice president in high school.

Just as her parents provided the motivation to get involved and lend a hand, Shankland encourages other young women to run for office or go after leadership roles. “In Wisconsin there’s only about one in four women in the legislature and the rest are men.

I’d love to see more women with more seats at the table.”

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Being a fearless leader for the 71st district is evident in the challenging causes Shankland takes on. Together with state Sen. Julie Lassa, D-Stevens Point, and other bipartisan legislators, they fought for Stevens Point based Skyward to be the statewide student information system provider over an out of state choice. They stood with the local community that wanted to keep jobs and families in the state and won in 2013. It was one of Shankland’s proudest moments in her early political career because it “serves as a shining example of what good state leaders can do when we honor the voices of our constituents,” she said. “The victory is ours.”

Outside of introducing a new bill on the assembly floor or holding listening sessions at the local coffee shop, Shankland enjoys spending time walking her dog Stitch, biking on the Green Circle Trail and attending Portage County’s many events, from the cultural festival to the Central Wisconsin Symphony Orchestra.

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Leading The Next Generation

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ife has come full circle for Myranda Hayes, 22, of Mosinee since she first laced up her hockey skates at age five.

She grew up playing hockey for Mosinee Youth Hockey and Central Wisconsin Storm, an all-girls team made up of players from D.C. Everest, Mosinee, Wausau East and Wausau West.

Exceptional defensive playing and a state championship title gained Hayes the attention of St. Norbert College in De Pere.

She signed on to play for the Division III lady Green Knights as a freshman in 2012.

After graduating with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree, Hayes returned to the same rink that provided some of the best times of her life. “I knew I wanted to help coach as soon as I played my last college game,” she said. “I wasn’t ready to give up hockey just like that after 18 years.”

The sport that she invested so much time and energy in had become part of her identity. “I gave up a lot to play, but I don’t regret it,” she said. “I missed sleepovers and going to movies with my friends. And for proms, it was getting dressed in the car following a hockey game and right back to Minnesota afterwards.”

Last November, Hayes reunited with Central Wisconsin Storm as a junior varsity coach and an assistant to varsity coach Pete Susens. “I wanted to give back to the program that had given me the opportunity to play. The Storm was a big part of my life growing up from youth to high school,” she said. “The coaches had such an HAYES CONTINUED ON PAGE 32 >>>

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impact on me and I hope to do the same for these girls.”

Making the transition from player to coach challenged Hayes to draw on a new skill set outside of her competitive nature to battle it out on the ice. Instead of outskating opponents and chasing pucks, she patiently communicates tactics while offering encouragement from the bench. “It was tough at first. I

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Four Reasons To See A Physical Therapist Before, During And After Pregnancy

BY EARLYNDA HEUSZEL

Many women are told that it is normal to experience neck, back and pelvic pain during pregnancy and urinary incontinence following birth. Although it is common to experience these issues, it is not normal and it is not something you must live with. Here are four ways a women’s health physical tTherapist can help to improve your experience before, during and after pregnancy.

Address Pain During Or After Pregnancy. Approximately 45% of women experience some type of low back or pelvic pain during pregnancy. Another 20% experience pain following pregnancy1. Pain is often caused by natural changes that take place when you are pregnant. For example, relaxin is a hormone that is released by the body to soften the connective tissues of your pelvis in preparation for birth. These changes may in turn create low back or pelvic pain2. A physical therapist who specializes in treating women’s health can help you prepare for these changes by identifying weaknesses and proactively strengthening the muscles surrounding your pelvis and low back.

Prevent And Treat Urinary Incontinence. Your pelvic floor muscles make up a bowl like structure that helps to hold everything inside your pelvis. The pelvic floor naturally weakens during pregnancy due to the strain of carrying a baby for 9 months and the stretching involved in vaginal delivery. Just like other muscles of your body, if your pelvic floor muscles are not strengthened following a strain, they will not function properly. Many women are told to do “kegels” during their pregnancy. However, most women do not know what kegels are or how to perform them correctly. A women’s health Pphysical therapist can check to see if you are performing them correctly during pregnancy and again 6-weeks postpartum. If a woman leaks urine when she sneezes or performs other tasks, she should consider seeing a physical therapist.

With proper exercise, this condition can get better.

Address Existing Conditions Prior To Pregnancy Or Birth. Women that have a history of pain prior to getting pregnant are at risk of worsening their condition if not properly considered during pregnancy or childbirth. For example, women with a history of back pain due to disc changes will want to avoid a lot of forward bending during labor. Likewise, women with a history of sciatica caused by tightness of the piriformis muscle will want to avoid pushing their knees too close to their chest to avoid injuring or straining this muscle.

A women’s health physical therapist can help evaluate and treat pain prior to pregnancy and birth. They can also help to educate women and obstetrics staff on positions that will create a more comfortable and relaxed labor and delivery process.

Ensure Proper Body Mechanics Following Birth. It is common for women to begin experiencing upper back and neck pain once a baby is born. Simple things like how you hold your baby, how you pick up your baby out of the crib or how you breast feed, can cause neck and upper back pain if not done properly. A women’s health physical therapist can help to educate you on proper body mechanics and exercises to relieve your pain.

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Autistic Man Finds Voice Through Photography

BY LIZ WELTER

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dle chatter and noisy crowds raise Aaron Tierney’s anxiety. He’d rather be among the trees and fields of nature photographing the landscape than trying to decipher the babble of people.

Aaron, 21, has autism spectrum disorder, which is characterized by difficulties in social interactions, verbal and nonverbal communication and repetitive behaviors. Talking to strangers and discussing feeling is difficult for his son, said Jim Tierney, Aaron’s father, during an interview

about Aaron’s art. The family lives in Wausau.

People and animals move and react in unpredictable ways that are disconcerting for Aaron, and he gravitates to quiet pursuits. His talent for photography was shining in his composed, balanced pictures featured

Aaron Tierney steps outside the Center for the Visual Arts in Wausau, Wisconsin, during his photography display at the art exhibit to take a picture. Photo by Tyler Rickenbach

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in an exhibit, Unique Perspectives: Artists with Autism, which was held at the Center for the Visual Arts in Wausau, 427 N. Fourth St. The exhibit featured art by local people who have autism and included pottery, graphic designs and watercolor and acrylic paintings.

“Aaron has the eye for photography. He’s learning the basics and is understanding composition, lighting, the building blocks.

When you pull all of it together, the beautiful photo happens,” Savage said.

His photos include a picture that focuses on a yellow daisy glowing among green grass. The flower is back lit by the cool light of a gray summer day. In another picture, speckled toadstools appear to pop out of a weathered silver-gray log.

Autism affects more than 3 million people across the nation and the number of children diagnosed annually is increasing, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In 2014, one in 68 children had an autism spectrum disorder diagnosis; in 1991, the number was one in 500. Although there is no firm explanation for the increase, changes in how autism is diagnosed might be a factor, including a greater awareness of the disorder among medical professionals.

Talking to strangers about autism and his passion for photography was anxiety-inducing for Aaron, but in his interview he wanted to share his story to spread awareness about creativity and autism spectrum disorder.

“I take pictures of stuff I enjoy,” Aaron said.

His photos speak for him, he said, struggling to explain his passion for photography. When he began to fidget and flap his arms as his anxiety mounted, his father gently touched Aaron’s arm and his son relaxed.

When the questions shifted to features about his photos that he liked, Aaron’s face broke into a smile and he launched into explanations about the composition and lighting of each picture.

“The lighting for the one with the yellow flower was no easy task. The

conditions that day, it was cloudy, and I got up close,” he said.

Another of his favorite shots is a view from a bluff in La Crosse where the scenery is shrouded in mist. In another photo, fall colors glow on a brilliant sunny day in a view of a meadow adjacent to the woods of Rib Mountain. Both of the photos required understanding the lighting to get the right shot, Aaron said.

“Everyone likes to take photos of Rib Mountain with snow, but I like this one because those colors are beautiful,” he said.

Aaron’s zeal for photography started when he got a smart phone a few years ago. He happily photographed his family, all of the pets, the indoors and outdoors around his home, and just about everything he saw. When he showed the photos to his parents, they thought about a way to channel his new passion, Jim Tierney said.

They suggested a photography class and Aaron enthusiastically joined his first class in September at the University of Wisconsin Marathon County Continuing Education Department. He enjoyed it and signed up for the second class that ended last week.

Many people enjoy photography, but not everyone has the “eye for it,” said Aaron’s photography teacher, Scott Savage, a professional photographer in Merrill who has taught at

Photography is an expressive outlet for Aaron, and it gives him another skill for the job market, his father said. Aaron has a part-time office assistant job with a Wausau real estate company and is starting to take photos of properties for sale.

“It would be really nice if it works out,” Jim said. Similar to parents everywhere, Jim and his wife, Vicki, want their son to have a satisfying life with a fulfilling job.

There are many people with autism and the art show helps to spread awareness about the disorder, Jim said. The show also highlights the creative expression of folks similar to his son.

“We’re really proud of him,” Jim said.

Although Aaron’s photos depict his enjoyment in the calm serenity of nature, Aaron said he also enjoys architectural photography. “I like the details,” he said.

After the interview Aaron walked outside the Center for the Visual Arts building in downtown Wausau, then paused to photograph the exterior of The Grand theater, the gallery’s neighbor.

As he focused to compose photos from various angles, Aaron said, “I want to be sure I have it. This is a beautiful historic building. I want to photograph that.”

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Passion Is Preparation For Success

BY REAGAN BLOHOWIAK Classical ballet is my art, my “sport,” my passion, my love.

My passion for ballet and dedication to training has been instrumental in developing skills which have shaped who I am today and will impact my life forever.

Every aspect of my ballet training will positively influence my future endeavors of college, my career, and life’s challenges. I’m extremely goal-oriented and after seeing “The Nutcracker” for the first time as a little girl, my dream was to someday portray the Snow Queen.

By setting such high expectations for myself and focusing on the future, I became self-motivated. No one ever forced me to go to class. I wanted to dance because the only way to 38 | YOU | SPRING 2017

achieve my goal was through consistent training. As such, my passion cultivated discipline and time-management skills.

In order to train the number of hours required for a ballerina to stay strong and in shape, I needed the will-power to attend class on nights I had loads of homework and learn to prioritize school requirements

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and social activities. All of these attributes will influence the level of academic success I hope to achieve in college, no matter what field of study I choose: chemistry major and medical school is what I’m presently thinking.

However, the most important lesson I learned from ballet is perseverance. As my wonderful instructor always says, “pointe shoes are only pretty in the box.”

On the days when I have so many open sores and blisters on my toes that my feet are bleeding, I need perseverance.

When I’m in the middle of difficult choreography with my heart pounding, lungs burning and sweat dripping down every inch of my body, I need that perseverance.

During a performance when I finally get off stage and collapse from utter exhaustion, I need that perseverance to get up and do it again the next day. Literal “blood, sweat and tears” can be worth experiencing if it means achieving a goal that’s incredibly satisfying or learning and growing through the undertaking.

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Ballet has taught me I can accomplish anything I set my mind to if I’m willing to put in the work. Life isn’t easy and I know my perseverance will help conquer any challenge that comes my way.

Finally, through studying the demanding art of classical ballet I’ve developed a level of confidence not easily explained. Proper ballet technique is very precise and can be difficult to execute, especially en pointe. After working on challenging choreography for days, weeks or even months, the sense of accomplishment I feel when finally mastering the movement is indescribable.

I know my desire, self-motivation, discipline, and perseverance provide me with the confidence to succeed in all areas of my life. When stepping on stage for a performance I don’t have a single doubt about my ability to do the choreography, as I’ve trained remarkably hard and am capable of putting on a breathtaking performance.

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Urban Herding

BY RENEA L. DAHMS CDBC

Renea L. Dahms CDBC is a certified dog behavior consultant, speaker and author. She owns and operates Pawsitively Unleashed! Canine Performance & Aquatic Center in Stevens Point.

Treibball (Tribe-Ball) is an interesting and fun team sport (or game) that originated in Germany in approximately 2006.

Dutch dog trainer, Jan Nijboer, noted the Australian cattle dogs he was training appeared to have excess energy after their herding lessons. He began training them to push their water trough dishes around the field and he wondered if they could be taught to do the same using large fitness balls. He soon began to incorporate the practice of working different size balls into his herding training for clients. This game caught on in Germany and spread east.

The Treibball craze spread to the United States by 2009 and in August of 2010, the American Treibball Association (ATA) was formed.

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only non-profit, member organization in the United States devoted to the development of Treibball as a positive communication sport.

Treibball is literally the sport of driving balls. It allows herding dogs without access to stock the opportunity to work (and have fun), but is open to and enjoyable for all breeds (and mixes) of dogs.

Treibball requires excellent communication skills between the dog and handler and is the ultimate in team sports.

Each team is allowed up to 10 minutes to move 8 exercise style balls across a field into a designated goal. If 10 minutes has been reached, the timekeeper ends the game regardless of the number of balls remaining on the field.

Before the game officially begins, the team enters the field of play and the dog is set out at the start line while the handler goes to the designated goal area to await the timekeeper’s signal to begin play.

Upon the signal from the timekeeper, the handler sends the dog out behind the peak of the set out balls and begins to cue the dog to bring the balls into the goal. Once all 8 balls are in the goal, the dog lies down to signify the end of game play.

The dog can move the ball by using his nose, either side of his muzzle, his shoulder, chest or the backs of his front l e g s .

The dog may use an open mouth to guide or direct the ball, but may not bite the ball.

The dog and handler team compete against the clock for each run. Scoring is compromised of additions and subtractions to/from the dog’s score (total time allowed). It is scored as bonuses (additions) or demerits (subtractions), each is worth 15 seconds added to or subtracted from the dog’s final run time.

The handler places the dog at the start position (10 o’clock) and moves to her space at the designated goal area. The handler must keep hands at her side until signaling the timekeeper she is ready to start the run.

Official time begins when the timekeeper signals. The handler then sends her dog out from the start position to behind the peak ball of the set out balls. The dog then begins to move the peak ball towards the handler and the goal.

The handler is allowed to move within the designated goal area (Four-foot area left, right and center of the physical goal) to help direct the dog but may not move further into the field.

The handler may have a herding stick or pole (but is not required to do so) of no more than 6 feet in length used to direct the ball into the physical goal once the dog has brought it into the designated four-foot goal area. It is not to be used as an extension of the handler’s arm to drive the ball into the goal. If a ball bounces out of the physical goal, but remains within the four-foot goal area the handler may use the target stick to bring it back into the goal. If the ball bounces out of the four-foot designated goal area, the dog must bring it back.

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Made Over And Feeling Great

BY CAITLIN SCHULZ This edition of the You Magazine makeover is focused on you, the reader!

After looking over all of our beautiful makeovers, have you ever wondered how to replicate the magic at home? Read on to discover some exclusive tips!

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can stop you! So if you see something you love, check out the websites and Facebook pages of your local beauty businesses and make your appointment.

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Keeping It Healthy And Happy

By Melissa Jewett This time of the year, there is no moisture in air which can cause static dry scalp and even breakage.

Deep conditioning treatments and oil treatments are very helpful.

Keeping your hair trimmed every 6 to 8 weeks also helps keep the dry ends off and keeps the hair growing.

Leave in conditioners are great and so are serums for your ends. For men, tea tree shampoo and scalp treatments are helpful. Even fresh color helps for hydration as well as not washing your hair every day.

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Feeling Fresh

By Katelyn Jaeckels Makeup is a fun way to show each personâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s creativity and individualize themselves. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s always important to start with a little bit of skin care, just to get the skin prepped so the makeup goes on evenly and stays on all day.

Priming the skin is a sure fire way to ensure that the makeup stays on all day and looks flawless and smooth. Most primers have a silicone base which helps to even out skin texture and blur the appearance of pores.

Just like priming the skin is important, priming the eyes is important as well.

Priming the eyes helps so that the eyeshadows do not crease, it helps to ensure longevity and to brighten the colors on the eyes.

If you are somebody who likes intense and shimmery colors on the eye, spritzing the eyeshadow brush with a finishing spray will really amp up the shimmer. Most finishing sprays have glycerin in their ingredients which acts like a glue to keep makeup looking fresh.

Spraying some finishing spray to enhance eyeshadows and also all over the face will keep the makeup on all day.

Using a lip liner is a good way to get your lipsticks to last longer as well. They usually have a little bit of a drier consistency so they are more longwearing. Once you apply lipstick over top, as the color fades away, it will not come off splotchy and uneven.

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Manually done, sculpting eyebrow looks like hair. It is considered semi-permanent and lasts 6 months to 3 years. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s less invasive than the permanent method and it rivals the look of real eyebrows.

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By Robin Rode With 14 years under my belt in this industry, I would like to address two of the most common issues regarding gel polish use. I often hear women do not get gel manicures because they are afraid that it will ruin their nails. Gel is an absolutely amazing product and when applied correctly and removed correctly can be used to really create some strength and length in a personâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s natural nails.

Many salons rely on the use of a dremel sanding tool to remove the gel product and acrylic for that matter. This is a horrific way to remove any product. The damage actually occurs from the sanding process, not the use of the gel polish itself.

Only minor buffing and soaking in pure acetone should be the way it is removed. The use of oil after that process will help put the

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The second most asked question about the safety of using a gel polish is the use a UV light to cure the product. I would highly recommend the use of only LED lighting to cure the gel product. It is safe and very quick! If your salon is still using the UV curing process, I would find another salon. The technology has changed so much in recent years there is no excuse to still be using the UV lighting.

Last but not least with any nail enhancement product on the market, whether it be regular all nail polish or acrylic, your nail is always craving moisture. The more moisture that you keep in the nail plate, the longer any of your salon services will last you. Please do not fear the product, instead be vigilant of how your nail technician is educated in using the products!

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Women’s Leadership Conference Gets Emotional

BY KARLA SWITA

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o emotions influence your level of success?

Yes! Emotional intelligence, the ability to manage your own emotions as well as others, can be developed in everyone to positively impact personal and professional growth.

Over 320 women learned about harnessing emotional intelligence, plus reducing life-zapping stressors, at the 3rd annual Women’s Leadership Conference sponsored by the Wausau Region Chamber of Commerce on January 18.

Jessica Maple, Mosinee, attended the one-day conference at Stoney Creek Conference Center and is already looking forward to the next one. “The event encouraged women to reflect on their personal lives and realize we are responsible for our success or potential failures,” said Maple, an Air Force Veteran. “It was inspiring to hear personal accounts from successful business women and attendees.”

Four guest speakers shared perspectives on how woman can make it in this modern world without being overwhelmed by work and family responsibilities.

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al speaker of Minneapolis, on increasing joy and decreasing stress: Become aware of and consciously manage what you’re taking into your system, including food and media.

Use a tracker for food and alcohol intake and use an app to manage time spent, and often wasted, on social media.

Stop exercising and start moving. Do something fun. Don’t worry about rules or calories burned. Just do something. Anything.

Do something outside of your comfort zone every day. Start car dancing, go to a networking event or make that scary call.

Take your job, for example. It must fit your goals or you’ll be miserable and stressed every day. Consider these three actions steps: Go Back. Why did you enter your career field or your job in the first place? What originally made you excited to enter the workforce, go to college or get certifications? Reconnect with your original passion and figure out why you drifted off track.

Identify Energizers. What do you love to do at work? Some people are passionate about spreadsheets and crunching numbers while others can’t get enough of community and social outreach. Whatever it is, do more of that. You’ll be in the zone and happier because of it.

Spend a few minutes every morning in meditation, just sitting and observing the breath. Don’t do anything…just breathe. It will train your mind to focus better and reduce the stress you experience throughout the day.

Stop Drama. Instead of complaining nonstop about things you hate at work, brainstorm solutions. It’s okay to vent first, but as soon as you’re done, spin the conversation by asking, “What can we do to fix it?”

Kristen Brown, certified coach and author of Minneapolis, on The Happy Hour Effect:

Jami Kaiser, Marshfield Clinic patient experience educator, on emotional intelligence:

This philosophy harnesses the best mindset shifts that happen when the clock hits 5:00. This powerful shift will give you a new way of thinking about time management, distractions and goal-setting so you focus your efforts where you need it most.

Emotional Intelligence isn’t about tamping them down or ignoring emotions in others. It’s about recognizing and identifying emotions in ourselves and others, and making conscious choices on what to do with them. Taking time to clarify how

others are feeling on a deeper level is critical to a successful interaction.

Start by asking them how they feel, and then delving deeper by asking questions about their hopes and fears for that situation. By asking without judgment and listening to understand another’s perspective, you’ll gain clearer insight and better direction for the interaction.

Erika Van De Yacht, Eastbay man-

ager of learning & development, led a session focused on using emotions to lead: Emotional intelligence skills account for 90 percent of what moves people from good to great leaders. When you think of great leaders that you’ve known, whether it was a coach, teacher or manager, what most likely made them great was how they made you feel. What

makes us trust leaders; what makes people want to follow great leaders; what makes people motivated to perform well for great leaders is the emotional experience of their leadership. When we choose to respond in a more emotionally intelligent way, we impact how others perceive us, how they view us as leaders, and we make more positive impacts on our relationships.

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Jordyn Thompson, left, and her mother, Marikay Thompson, are the owners of Pearl Luvs Earl in Wausau.

Pearl Luvs Earl Boutique Opens Near Athletic Park STORY AND PHOTOS BY LAURA SCHULTE

A small clothing boutique called Pearl Luvs Earl has sprung up in a neighborhood on Wausauâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s north side most known for industrial buildings, Athletic Park and Thrive Foodery.

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Housed in the front half of an ETCO Electric Supply warehouse, the little shop has created a rustic and comfortable shopping space. The funky feel of the space sets the store apart, which is exactly what owners Marikay Thompson, 56, and daughter Jordyn Thompson, 21, wanted. The space was once a part of the warehouse but was rehabbed and decorated to make it feel more homey.

The two Wausau residents started talking about going into business together about a year ago, while Jordyn was still taking courses at the University of Wisconsin Marathon County. She wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t happy with studying music at the time and had always wanted to open some sort of boutique. Marikay had previously been a stay-at-home mom, running a Jazzercise franchise on the side, along with volun-

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“It was a dream of (Jordyn’s),” Marikay Thompson said.

“So we started talking about it and got serious and went to a market show six months ago.”

Then the duo decided they needed a name. Pearl Luvs Earl came from Jordyn’s middle name, Margo, which she once read meant Pearl. And Earl is the name of Jordyn’s grandfather. The two had a vision for the store, and they went forward with it from that point, Marikay Thompson said.

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The boutique offers clothing to fit a range of styles and occasions, from bohemian to vintage to casual. And Pearl Luvs Earl offers extended sizes, as well, which may be hard to find at other boutiques in the area.

“We don’t want to copy (any other boutique),” Jordyn Thompson said. “Our goal was just to bring Wausau new lines, so they don’t have to travel.”

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In addition to a large range of brands of clothing, the boutique carries local brands of home decorations. Jewelry Designs by Judy and DuBay Drifts provides hand-made art from Mosinee and 2021 Candles come from Tomahawk. Jordyn and Marikay take pride in showcasing all that central Wisconsin artists have to offer.

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In the future, Marikay and Jordyn hope to keep growing their dream through Pearl Luvs Earl. Maybe they’ll be able to move to a larger space, maybe they’ll be able to offer more brands, maybe they’ll be able to host trunk shows out of their 1953 green Oldsmobile they’ve dubbed Dandy. But for now, the duo said they will focus on keeping Wausau well-dressed.

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Mother Of Two Gets Birthday Makeover STORY AND PHOTOS BY SARI LESK

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Shana Pantaleo hadnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t seen a professional to color her hair for years.

The mother of two is busy cashiering at Wal-Mart and studying at Mid-State Technical College to become an administrative professional.

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Pantaleo said she wears makeup only on special occasions, and even then she limits it to eye makeup and

some glitter.

With her 27th birthday coming up, Pantaleo found time with her friend Monica McCovery, a stylist at Salon Envy in Stevens Point, to change her hair color. The salon staff finished off Pantaleoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new look by shaping her eyebrows and applying full-face makeup.

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Vibrant and vivacious hair Pantaleo found a photo online showing the red color she wanted to try in her own hair. She said she had colored her long brown hair herself and was ready to try something new.

McCovery started on Pantaleo’s new color by bleaching her hair to a blonder shade.

After washing out the excess bleach, McCovery used a blow dryer to remove moisture from Pantaleo’s hair before applying the new color. McCovery decided to leave Pantaleo’s roots her natural dark brown to make the look easier to maintain. She said she could not make promises about how long the bold red color would last, but McCovery estimated the vibrant color would remain for about six weeks.

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She brushed the new color into Pantaleo’s hair and let it sit for about a half hour before washing out the excess dye. McCovery finished Pantaleo’s new hairstyle by trimming the ends and straightening her long locks.

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Taming eyebrows McCovery reshaped Pantaleo’s eyebrows to give them a cleaner look.

She started by brushing her brow hairs to go one direction before applying wax above and below her brows, pressing a strip to the wax and pulling to remove the stray hairs.

McCovery applied a cooling gel to help Pantaleo’s skin heal, then tweezed off outstanding strands.

False lashes finish face Salon Envy stylist Lauren Karaliunas applied Pantaleo’s makeup to com-

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plete her makeover. She started with a primer to even out Pantaleo’s skin, then applied a foundation and a powder.

She used a highlighter under Pantaleo’s eyebrows and filled her brows in with a brown powder to give them a bolder appearance. Karaliunas dressed up Pantaleo’s eyes with a base of taupe eyeshadow on her eyelids, followed by black liner on her top lid and a darker shadow on her lash line.

Karaliunas used a small amount of mascara to prepare for false lashes, which she applied with glue. She finished the look with eyeliner on Pantaleo’s bottom lids, mascara on her

bottom lashes and blush on her cheeks.

“I love it,” Pantaleo said when her makeover was complete.

The new, vibrant hair color was bright and different for Pantaleo, as was wearing false eyelashes.

“It adds a lot,” she said. “I’m not used to makeup, but I like it. It adds.”

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Let’s change our attitude for 2017

BY CAROL KNAUF OWNER OF RAE BAXTER’S FASHIONS

The ball has dropped, the year 2016 is over and 2017 has begun. It is no longer time to look back but to look forward. However, we get in a rut. Why do we stick to the same old, same old, anyway? It’s easy you say, what does it matter anymore? I don’t have the same body. I don’t look as good in clothes anymore.

Why bother? Because we’re afraid of change.

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sense about beauty is only skin deep. That’s deep enough. What do you want, an adorable pancreas? So you have to go up a size, so what? You’ve never seen that number on the scale before, so what? Get on with life. We have a lunatic living inside our minds, the lunacy of self-inflicted wounding. I don’t like my legs, my right eye droops funny and my arms are too flabby. We can find fault with much of our bodies and it is a nasty habit.

I doubt certain things ever change. People want to look taller and thinner. No one says “ooh, let me buy that dress because it makes me feel matronly”. The “M” word is a word that scares the begibbies out of a woman, “MATRONLY”. When I need to steer a customer away from a bad choice, I use the “M” word.

When it comes to self-perception, size doesn’t matter. We all feel fat or think we look fat at one time or another, no matter what size we really are. We look in the mirror and focus on every bump, lump and bulge imaginable. We all have a little something to hide (a potbelly, love handles or saddlebags). We need to come to grips with our imperfections. NO ONE HAS A PERFECT BODY. What you didn’t get in terms of bodily perfection, you can get by dressing cleverly to accentuate your positives and deemphasize the negatives.

Clothes you choose, how they fit, how you coordinate them and how you accessorize them will make the difference for your individual body. The woman should wear the clothes. The clothes should not wear the woman.

colors. Example: red, yellow, coral, lime, etc. You will see everything from swiss dots to oversize dots.

You will see polka dots, stripes and floral prints for spring and many times a combination of all three. Unlike other vintage prints, polka dots offer an intriguing way of mixing and matching with other bold

Navy, coral, lime, black/white, red – just a few of the colors for spring. Chiffon was in every designer line. I will detail more about colors and fabrics and styles for you in the next You Magazine article.

Stripes are never out of style; they are one of the building blocks of many designers as well as floral prints. Many seem to shy away when it comes to pairing different prints, perhaps out of a strong hold to those long out of date rules of fashion such as “no one wears white after Labor Day”.

One of the most basic rules is to pair a “neutral” print with a more “elaborate” print. In this case, a polka dot print acts as the neutral and the floral is the more elaborate. When pairing the two, look for common colors which allow them to compliment one another.

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cept with a rustic lodge and nautical theme.

The project consisted of a master bedroom, two bathrooms, a bar/entertainment area, entry way and closets.

“The size of the project was a challenge and making sure everything went together,” Brown said. “When you are working with that many areas you want to have a

flow from the existing rooms.”

The owners of the transitional ranch style home wanted a fresh look for the new addition that coordinated well with the homes existing decor.

“They wanted the addition to be new and fresh for them but it had to tie together with the rest of the home,” Brown said.

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“I kept most of it in a neutral pallet so they can bring in any accent colors,” she said. “The rest of the house was neutral.”

The home designed for an active family is located on the Wisconsin River in Rib Mountain and has numerous windows for a view of the water.

“It has a great view they wanted to take advantage of,” Brown said.

The master bedroom suite on the main level is painted blue and opens to an adjoining bathroom with tub and shower.

Brown chose to accent the bathroom with hints of blue in the tub and shower area. The shower tile is highlighted in blue pebbles with a continuous wave pattern running throughout the space. The tile edges are finished with metal profiling. A tile bench in the shower gives the room a spa like feel.

Porcelain tile with a natural stone look on the floor and above the tub opens the room to the master bedroom.

“You can see the vaulted ceilings and the windows in the master bedroom from the bath,” Brown said.

A neutral tan cut pile carpet in the bedroom which has a natural stone stacked fireplace offsets the shades of blue.

“The carpet pulls everything together and was a good base for the color blue,” Brown said.

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The lower level of the addition with an entry way and bar area has rustic metal walls to give the space a lodge type feel.

The same natural stone stacked fireplace that sits in the master bedrooms occupies the downstairs living area.

“The homeowners are big sports lovers and they downhill ski so they wanted to tie that in and have a lodge type feel like a ski chalet,” Brown said.

To add to the rustic feel, the floor in the bar area was covered with light gray hickory hardwood flooring. Brown installed durable tile flooring that has a wood look in the entry leading to the bar.

“They wanted to keep that rustic look but have the durability of tile,” she said. “They go boating and the floor might get wet and dirty from the beach.”

A small bathroom with an open concept adjacent to the bar area is done in the same tile with a wood look finish. The curbless shower is covered in a porcelain tile resembling gray slate. A clear glass panel showing off the tile separates the shower from the bathroom.

“The colors look really neat with the wood look,” Brown said. “The homeowners trusted us to tie it all together and seeing the finished product is always the most rewarding part.”

HELPFUL DECORATING HINT: To avoid hanging pictures and artwork too high or too low Brown suggests placing items at 57 to 60 inches from the floor. The rule applies regardless of ceiling height.

“Five feet is the average eye height for most people and that’s where you should center artwork from the floor,” she said. “It will avoid creating an awkward looking space.”

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7 Steps

To Stay Safe From Cyber Threats The number of consumers and companies affected by cybercrimes continues to increase every year.

It is estimated that cybersecurity incidents increased by 38 percent from 2014 to 2015, and the average cost per person incurred per stolen record was $154. As a result of 781 publicly acknowledged data breaches over 169 million personal records were exposed.

The threat to your personal information continues to grow and now is the perfect time to review cyber safety. The number one protection against cybercrime is an informed consumer.

#1: Use More Than One Password

Many people use the same password for multiple accounts, which means that if your credentials are stolen for one account all your accounts are in jeopardy. Do you really want to give criminals access to your bank account because you used the same credentials for your free online music account?

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#2: Use Stronger Passwords

No matter how secure a financial institution or shopping website may be, if your password is easy to guess you are still at risk of fraud. Do not use your name, birthday or pet’s name, as this information is readily available to many people, especially if you post it on social media. The best passwords are often derived from an entire phrase, rather than a single word, and incorporate letters, numbers and special characters. For example, the song lyric “Don’t worry; be happy” can be transformed into this password: d0ntwry_Bhpy.

#3: Beware Of Phishing Scams

The dangerous thing about phishing scams is they don’t rely on weak website or network security. Instead, they attempt to crack the human firewall: you.

Phishing scams attempt to obtain personal information or plant a virus or malware on your device by sending a fake email requesting

that information, or instructing the recipient to click a link in order to reset their account.

Never give out your personal information over the internet, phone, or via text message unless you know exactly who you are dealing with. If you receive a suspicious email from a business or charity and you’re not sure if it’s legitimate, close the email, open a new browser, visit their official website and contact them through their customer service. There is often an increase in phishing scam attempts after heavily publicized security breaches (pretending to offer account security) or natural disasters (fake charities), so be especially on guard in those situations.

#4: Avoid Using Public Wi-Fi To Buy

If you frequently shop online, keep in mind that any purchases made via the web require transmitting your credit card and/or bank account information over the internet. Using a public wi-fi connection to do so puts that

sensitive information at risk. Hackers can tap into unsecured wi-fi connections at hotspots like coffee shops and airport terminals to capture that information. If you’re using a wireless connection to shop, be sure that it requires a password or WEP key. Websites that have additional security protections have https:// instead of http:// on all pages of the site.

#5: Monitor Your Credit Report

Your credit score affects many aspects of your life, including interest rates on large purchases, obtaining loans, and even renting an apartment. Make sure you check your credit report three times per year (one for each of the three major credit reporting agencies: Experian, TransUnion and Equifax). You can do so for free by visiting annualcreditreport.com. Watch for unauthorized accounts, loans or purchases because they will damage your credit and signal that your identity may have been stolen. If you find inaccuracies in your report, you can dispute those errors online,

by mail or over the phone by contacting the credit bureau where you found the inaccurate report (contact information will be on the report itself).

#6: Be Careful What You Throw Away

Dumpster diving doesn’t just apply to paper statements and discarded credit cards anymore.

Before you recycle or donate old cellphones or computers, be sure to remove any personal and financial information. For computers, the best way to do this is to use a wipe utility program to overwrite the entire hard drive.

For mobile devices, check the owner’s manual, service provider website, or device manufacturer’s website for information on how to permanently delete information.

In addition, remove the SIM card from the device.

#7: Take Action

If you hear about a data breach or other fraud that might possibly affect your account, be proactive and change any related passwords.

This is especially critical if you use the same password on multiple accounts (which you should avoid doing anyway). If you notice suspicious charges on your credit card or transfers from your banking account, contact your bank right away to notify them of the issue. They may put a freeze on the account to prevent further fraud, but this will keep the criminals from emptying your account.

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Collaboration To Strengthen Breastfeeding Support In Wood County

BY AMBER FRANCE MS MPH IBCLC (WOOD COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT) The Wood County Health Department, Aspirus Clinics and Hospital and Ministry Saint Joseph’s Hospital are working together to change breastfeeding practices as a system wide effort. Many changes are being made in the prenatal period to collaborate and bridge gaps in services. Prenatal education is being streamlined to provide consistent Download the prenatal breastfeeding education. One of the methods of receiving prenatal breastfeeding app today!!! education is through a new mobile app.

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Many changes are also being made in the postpartum period to ensure continuity of care after discharge. All moms will receive lactation support in the hospital and will have access to lactation consultants after they leave the hospital. Lactation consultants are available at the hospital, public health department and WIC. The WIC program provides a breastfeeding peer counseling program. A lactation specialist is available 24/7 to answer questions and provide breastfeeding support.

The Wood County Health Department has implemented a similar program and is contacting breastfeeding moms at one month, three months and six months.

Lactation consultants are available Monday through Friday.

Pharmacies are also playing a role in strengthening breastfeeding services! Medications are often a barrier for continued success with breastfeeding. Let your pharmacist know that you are breastfeeding and they will provide you with information to contact a lactation consultant to give you more information on how to maintain a milk supply while taking medications. A sign has been

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placed in pharmacy waiting areas to prompt a breastfeeding mom to tell her pharmacist that she is breastfeeding.

The collaborative goal is to provide a comprehensive system of lactation care from the prenatal period throughout a mother’s breastfeeding journey. Through our partnerships and collaborated services we can make this possible.

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Forensic nurse Jenny Blenker.

Nursing Career Call To Help Sexual Assault Victims STORY & PHOTOS BY SARI LESK

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enny Blenker knew she wanted to help people, but she didn’t always know how she’d make it a career.

The 36-year-old Portage County native considered working as a police officer, but switched her degree to nursing out of concerns about job security and opportunities at home. Now Blenker plays a role that involves both emergency medicine and law enforcement.

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Nurse Examiner program at Ministry Saint Michael’s Hospital in 2006 and was one of the first two nurses to get training. Blenker is now a supervisor of patient care at the hospital, and she has six nurses on staff trained in treating victims.

Prior to the program’s start, when victims came to the hospital seeking an exam, Blenker said nurses would try their best to follow a hospital policy, but the care wasn’t the highest quality possible. After attending Department of Justice training, Blenker said she felt more confident about the help she was giving people who came to her in a time of need, following what might be the most traumatic experience of their lives.

“I could actually provide more of a comprehensive exam to the patient,

because I knew what to look for,” she said. “I felt like I just gave the victim a better chance at winning (her) case, if it would go to trial, that the victim wouldn’t have to do as much talking.

“The evidence would do the talking for them.”

Local resources for victims of sexual assault • Sexual Assault Victim Services through CAP Services in Stevens Point • Operates a 24-hour crisis hotline and walk-in counseling, among other services • Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners at Ministry Saint Michael’s Hospital • Trained nurses who collect evidence of sexual assault and treat victims for injuries

Blenker’s decision to pursue nursing for its job security came at an opportune time for a longterm career: Wisconsin’s Department of Workforce Development considers nursing a hot job in the region, estimating the field will grow about 9.5 percent between 2014 and 2024, with about 1,860 new registered nursing jobs added each year. They work in a variety of settings, including schools, correctional facilities and, like Blenker, hospitals.

Blenker is a member of a team in Portage County that addresses sexual assault and aims to provide the best care to victims possible while also prosecuting offenders. Stevens Point Police Detective Tony Zblewski, who specializes in sensitive crimes such as child abuse and sexual assault, said forensic nurses like Blenker help eliminate reasonable doubt in criminal trials. Blenker collects DNA from the victim’s body and documents any injuries they have; Zblewski said those elements can help establish who the perpetrator is and make a case that they didn’t have consent.

she does not take them. Blenker said she informs victims of their rights and focuses on their needs first.

“They’ve been violated, and so these exams are very personal,” she said. “Building that connection with them first is very important, because you’re doing a service that will help them in the end even though it’s not something anyone wants to have that done to them.

But it also starts the healing process, because they can talk through what just happened to them to somebody who isn’t law enforcement.”

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Safe Infant Sleep

BY ERICA SHERMAN, RN, IBCLC

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leep related death remains the number one cause of death for infants one month through one year of age.

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) - used to describe cases that cannot be explained after a thorough investigation. SIDS, however, is not the cause of death for all infant sleep related cases.

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Sudden Unexpected Infant Death (SUID) - a term used to describe any unexpected infant death whether the cause of death can be explained or not. SUID includes suffocation, asphyxia (or cutting off the airway), entrapment and other causes.

SIDS is a subcategory of SUID. The majority of sleep related deaths can be attributed to unsafe sleep environ-

ments and can be prevented.

It is very important that caregivers place infants on their backs every time they place them to sleep. Side and stomach sleeping can be very dangerous. Back sleeping does not increase the risk of choking. Even babies with reflux are safer on their backs because of the babyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s anatomy and other protective mechanisms. Babies do some-

times sleep better on their stomach, which makes them more vulnerable to SIDS. Being a light sleeper is actually protective for a baby. Waking at night is normal! Comfort is important but safety is more important. The earlier you start placing your baby on his or her back to sleep, the more quickly your baby will adjust to the position.

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A safe sleep environment has many components. A firm sleep surface with a fitted sheet; this could be a crib, bassinet, portable crib or play yard that complies with the safety standards of the Consumer Product Safety Commission. No pillows, quilts, extra blankets, toys, loose bedding, bumper pads or wedges should be in the babyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sleep area. Couches, recliners, waterbeds and soft mattresses are dangerous. Sitting devices such as swings and bouncy chairs are NOT safe sleep areas due to the risk of the head falling forward and cutting off the airway. This is especially risky for babies under four months. Babies can also become entangled in the straps of these devices.

A babyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sleep surface should be separate but very close to Mom and Dad. Sleeping in the same room may decrease the risk of SIDS by as much as 50%. It is recommended to share the room ideally for the first year but at least for the first six months. Babies can be brought into bed for feeding and comforting but should be returned to the basinet, crib, or play yard when the parent is ready to return to sleep.

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Evidence suggests that it is less hazardous to fall asleep with the infant in bed than on a couch or armchair. If the baby is brought to bed for feeding or comfort, the bed should not have any pillows, blankets or other loose items that could obstruct breathing or cause overheating.

Parents should place the baby back on the separate sleep surface as soon as they wake. Parents who smoke or are using alcohol or drugs should never bed share. Bed sharing can be particularly dangerous for babies less than four months old. Parents should be extra vigilant or cautious not to fall asleep with young babies.

Breastfeeding is recommended to reduce the risk of SIDS. To help you breastfeed successfully build a support system for breastfeeding before the baby arrives. Take a breastfeeding class and use resources such as lactation consultants at your healthcare provider or local health department. Aim to exclusively breastfeed for the first six months and continue to breastfeed for the first year while introducing baby foods.

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ot looking forward to putting in another hour on the treadmill? Another workout on the exercise machines not getting you excited to head to the gym?

Sometimes a new way to stay fit, or get into shape, can get you excited about exercise again. Jamie Vanatta has brought just that to Stevens Point in Monarch Aerial Arts.

Located at 1909 Wood Street, Vanatta has billed Monarch Aerial as the only aerial arts studio in central Wisconsin, offering both aerial yoga and aerial dance.

Aerial dance is a mixture of modern dance and circus acrobatics performed in the air. Dancers climb, spin and flip on cords of fabric hung from the ceiling, using aerial silks, hammocks, dance trapeze, bungie belts and lyra, or hoop. Vanatta calls it a form of self72 | YOU | SPRING 2017

expression as well as a way to exercise.

Aerial yoga is a combination of two different kinds of yoga, hatha and vinyasa, performed while on an aerial hammock. Vanatta said the use of the hammock has several benefits, including decompression of the spine, strengthening of the core and upper body, release of tension and increased flexibility. Vanatta said aerial yoga can be an easier alternative for the elderly or injured.

Students start low to the ground, Vanatta said, and move up higher while learning more about climbing, poses and swings. The exercise builds core and upper body strength along with balance and flexibility.

Vanatta said classes are available for children as young as 8, and that she has clients in their 60s. An adult performance group also performs throughout the state.

Vanatta started Monarch Aerial Arts over two years ago. Along with an extensive background in gymnastics and yoga, she started training in aerial arts about a decade ago while attending school at the University of WisconsinMadison, where she hold a bachelor of arts in psychology, education and Eastern religion.

After moving to the area, Vanatta said she missed being involved in aerial arts and eventually started her own business in 2014. After utilizing spaces in Stevens Point and Port Edwards, Vanatta moved the studio into its own physical location at the end of August.

“It’s exciting to have a place of our own where we can offer our programs,” Vanatta said. “We think this is something very unique that allows people to have some fun, be creative and be healthy.”

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11 GADGETS

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BE SAFE, BE EMPOWERED

BY KORI PERTEN

As a woman (and human being) living in a city, I don’t always feel safe. Occasionally I’ll have a threatening encounter walking home alone at night, or I’ll end up in the presence of a stranger I’m not sure that I trust. Most of us have long-since learned the basics of personal safety—no headphones, stay alert, car keys between your fingers, stick to busier neighborhoods if you can—but sometimes threatening situations are unavoidable. What can you do to stay safe?

Tech has a solution for that.

Multiple solutions, actually.

Whether you’d prefer a smart watch, jewelry, key chains, or smartphone app, there are many gadgets that can alert trusted contacts or sound the alarm when you’re in danger.

In a perfect world, we wouldn’t need any of them.

But in reality, a tech-assisted safety net can be a really good way to feel protected and empowered. Here are some of your options.

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1. SIREN RING If startling a potential attacker is preferable to calling for help, this ring might be right for you.

Twist the top of the ring 60° and point it toward an attacker to sound an unbearably loud alarm.

If you’re in danger, Siren could startle or deter an aggressor for a few critical moments while you run away. Bonus: it’s cute and comes in a few different styles.

2. ROAR ATHENA Wear Athena as a pendant, clip it onto your bag or shirt, and stay safe.

You can either use it to sound a loud alarm while simultaneously alerting your emergency contacts, or you can alert your contacts in silence. When you send an alert, it shares your location in real time.

3. LEAF SAFER SMART PENDANT One of the more affordable pieces of personal safety jewelry, the SAFER smart pendant can send emergency alerts with your location to designated contacts. It can also help you navigate to the nearest hospital or police station. At $30 a pop and with multiple color options, it’s a great way to feel, well, safer.

4. REVOLAR This wearable can clip onto your clothing or function as a keychain. Press a button to connect to your emergency contacts and share your location. Select a red alert to ask for immediate assistance, or a yellow alert to ask for a phone call.

Like many other personal safety gadgets, Wearsafe allows you to request help from emergency contacts and send them your location. It allows your contacts to open a group chat so they can touch base about making sure you’re safe. It also records on-scene audio—starting one minute before you press the alert button.

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5. IDAYE KEYCHAIN Ten bucks on Amazon, will get you this little keychain, which sounds a loud safety alarm when you pull the pin from the device. Use it to startle would-be attackers so that you can run away.

6. SAFELET BRACELET Safelet is a bracelet that connects to your phone via a companion app. If you’re ever in danger, press the appropriate buttons on your bracelet. It will send an alert to people who you’ve opted to include in your Guardian network, along with your location. Safelet can also prompt your phone to start recording audio—and if you choose to, it can send an alert to anyone around you who has opted to receive alerts from people who have activated their bracelets.

I’ve been eagerly awaiting the release of the Pebble Core, a small wearable that can play music and use GPS and motion sensing to track your movement. The gadgets clips onto your clothing and offers an SOS alert function, which sends an SOS message and your location to a trusted contact.

9. STILETTO PENDANT Stiletto is a fancy pendant you can use to send voice, sms, and data messages to emergency contacts with the press of a button. Use it to call 911—and if you’re unable to talk, Stiletto will even speak for you, telling 911 that you need help and are at a specific location. It can find your location even within a building. You can use the companion app to plan a walking route based on data like crime rates and sex offender locations. After you plan your route, you can share it with your contacts.

And did I mention Stiletto is sparkly? ‘Cause it is. Guys, it’s really, really sparkly.

10. APPLE WATCH If you’ve got an Apple Watch with WatchOS 3, you’ve got an SOS function.

When the function is enabled, you can hold down the watch’s side button to activate it. The watch will then call local emergency services, as well as texting up to three emergency contacts.

It’s not the only reason to buy an Apple Watch, but it’s certainly a useful feature.

11. SMARTPHONE APPS

7. WEARSAFE TAG The tiny Wearsafe tag is unique in that it’s free—but requires a $5/ month subscription fee after the first month of use.

There are also a number of useful personal safety smartphone apps, if you’d rather keep your personal safety tech confined to your phone, there are a number of apps like bSafe, Circle of 6, and StaySafe that perform a lot of the same functions as the above wearables.

The main difference? To use them, you’ll need to reach for your phone and open an app, which might not always be possible in a crisis. Still, if you don’t want to purchase a wearable, it’s a great option for added security.

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Regarding shoe size and shape start by looking at the shape of your foot, especially the widest and longest points when you are standing. Then look for shoes with similar dimensions. Look at a shoe from different views such as from the top and bottom. Be sure to have your foot measured for accurate size if you had significant body changes such as pregnancy, weight gain or with age.

A common mistake is too narrow of a shoe. There should not be any tightness feeling in the toes or the front of your foot. Areas of your foot should not rub and be irritated by the shoe. There should be a small amount of room between the end of your longest toe and the end of the shoe. The heel should fit snugly but not rub.

Wearing shoes that are old or the

materials of the shoe have worn out is another common mistake. This is especially true for athletic shoes and shoes worn on a regular basis. If your feet gradually start to hurt and or your high usage shoes are older than a year it is typically time to get a new pair of shoes.

Shoes are manufactured with a variety of different materials and styles.

Some materials stretch and conform which would be good if you have irritation over boney deformities. Typically, more supportive shoes lace up and have a wider sole. If orthotics are necessary, look for a shoe with a removable sock liner. If the portion of the shoe around the heel is reinforced this will also offer more stability. If one holds the heel of a shoe and tries to flex the shoe by

bending the front part of the shoe, the shoe should bend at the ‘toe break’ where your foot normally bends when you walk. If the shoe bends somewhere other than the toe break or twists very easily, it is not a supportive shoe. Some people need more support in their shoe to manage their foot conditions. Shoes that offer gel, cushioning or shock absorbing material are good for prolong periods on your feet, higher impact activity and other foot conditions.

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structor style. Although yoga has begun to appeal to the masses, it can be quite intimidating for those who have the perception that the ability to become a contortionist is a prerequisite. So what is it about yoga that attracts an audience as fierce as NFL players all the way to

the older active adult population?

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s simple, yoga, depending on the type of class you choose, delivers physical and mental benefits unlike other activities.

Those who regularly participate in yoga classes appreciate a combination of benefits. The most com-

mon area of improvement most recognized is increased flexibility.

Improving flexibility can reduce risk of muscle injury and help support proper skeletal alignment. Select yoga poses promote increased muscle strength and tone through slow and controlled body moves.

Although poses are held briefly, it can sometimes feel like an eternity.

Yoga encourages deep breathing promoting improved respiration.

This may also replicate into enhanced stress management. Diligent participation in any physical activity program, including yoga, accompanied with a well-balanced diet, also aids weight management.

I will admit, this is not an all-inclusive list of benefits you can expect from consistent participation in yoga. The list lengthens when you

consider the endless psychological health benefits. Depending on the type of yoga you prefer, some classes emphasize meditation and the mind, body, spirit connection while others leave sweat dripping from your nose.

Not only is the thought of becoming a human pretzel intimidating, but the terminology can be overwhelming as well. Determining the type of yoga class you should begin with is crucial. However, the class name usually does not provide a clear description. A bad experience may detour future aspirations to try it again so do your research.

Familiarize yourself with what you can expect to encounter during the class session. Also, don’t be afraid to consult with the yoga instructor

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When Resolve Dissolves

BY TRACY HOUGUM, MS, EDS, CPCC, ACC REALIGN REDESIGN LIFE COACHING, LLC

Well, we are solidly past January 1st. If the range of statistics is correct, 80-90% of you have given up on your New Year’s Resolutions.

As a Life Coach, I am always curious about the question, “What got in your way?” Not in a condescending or mean spirited way, just truly curious. In the end, that is the question worth answering.

Was it time, money, the weather, the Netflix line up or your kid’s hockey games? Maybe it was the potluck, the teacher lounge treats or the sale at your favorite store.

Yes, things like schedules and temptations get in the way. Yet, when reality and schedules loom bigger than resolve, reality usually wins. However, it doesn’t mean you have to throw in the towel and say “oh well.” So let’s go back to the question. “What got in your way?”

Start with your own thinking first. Who set the goal in the first place? Was it you or an inner critic? Sometimes our “not good enough” inner speech (a.k.a. inner critic) is our biggest motivator and cheerleader at the end of December. Maybe the jeans no longer fit, you saw what you looked like in the holiday pictures, the credit card bill is coming or maybe you are just unhappy being winded walking up a flight of stairs. So it is easy to say, “Yes, I am doing this XYZ resolution!”

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because reality hits and that inner critic ends up being your biggest arch nemesis.

The bummer for your self- TRACY HOUGUM, M.S. ED.S, CPCC, ACC esteem and motivation is that you chalk it up as a fail and go out for nachos and a margarita but only if you let the inner critic win.

What gets you back on track?

First, did you set the resolution from a place of “I love myself enough to make this change,” or is it more like, “I hate myself and I need to change!” If the second is true, then it wasn’t the real resolution that needed to happen. Hire a coach or pick up a good self-help book to do the true heavy lifting toward actually loving yourself.

If the first statement is true, keep reading. Well, keep reading anyhow.

Recognize who is talking before you say the resolution is done to begin with. Many times, as we have some success, our inner critic gets uncomfortable with that success. So we sabotage ourselves with faulty thinking, also known as ‘cognitive distortions.’ Tell me if any of these ring a bell.

1. All or nothing thinking: Your

eating, spending or whatever are not perfect one day, therefore why bother. One bad day leads to another and so on down the line. I am not perfect, therefore, I am a failure.

2.

You overgeneralize #1: You had a bad day therefore you are never going to lose weight or there will always be debt. So why try again.

3. The “should” sandwich: If you start any resolution with, “I should lose weight” or “ I need to get out of debt”, realize you are starting from a place of shame. Shame does no one any favors. It is also the number one sign your inner critic is setting the resolution, not you.

4. Labeling leaves you with lead balloons: “I ate the cookie, I am such a loser!” Entertaining shame means thinking that a bad decision means YOU ARE bad. Recognize that you mixed up shame with guilt. So cut yourself some slack and recognize that you can feel past the guilt of the bad decision. However, don’t let labels define you as a person.

5. Jumping to conclusions: This would include mind reading and fortune telling. Guess what, messing up a resolution doesn’t mean you are going to die of a heart attack tomorrow.

Nor does it mean that everyone feels like you are a failure or

you will never get out of debt.

6. Discounting the positive: Have you completely discounted the 10 days you actually did succeed or the couple of pounds you did lose? Saying it doesn’t count because you didn’t lose all of the weight or paid down all of your debt is ridiculous.

We would never talk to our children this way if they missed a goal! However, we are the first to cut ourselves down and sentence ourselves to this ridiculous notion that only perfection counts. Women are particularly guilty of this one. If our behavior and follow through aren’t perfect, then we are done. How can we expect to teach our children perseverance and drive if we don’t model it ourselves.

So do you want to give up on the resolution? Maybe you want to give it another try with a different frame of mind. Consider a journal to rid your head of the faulty thinking I outlined. Read a book by Brene Brown, Rising Strong is my favorite. It gave me solid tools to use in my journaling process to recognize if I

was making up a story in my head about a situation.

Another strategy is to use a screen saver with a motivating picture on your computer or phone to remind you of what is important about your resolution. Some clients wear a bracelet with a saying on it to keep them strong. Hang that swimsuit or shorts you want to wear on a big trip. But most importantly, find ways to embrace and love who you are today, not who you think you get to be at the end of that resolution.

Whether you decide to give the resolution another try or not, the other side is a step back and a deep look at what is underneath the resolution. For me, I would much rather be on a life long journey to actually loving myself than a “2017 resolution” of anything most people came up with on December 31, 2016. I hope you all do whatever gets you closer to loving yourself in 2017 and in the meantime hold a soft focus on the other stuff. For me, I love thinking of myself as a healthyish woman, loving who I am now, embracing life in between a goal and finding success.

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JESSICA (NEMEC) SAZAMA 31, is the owner of Sazama Fitness which offers classes on Monday nights and is a dental hygienist in Marshfield.

My Work: Zumba is a Latin inspired cardio dance.

Each class incorporates Latin rhythms like cumbia, reggaeton, salsa and merengue to name a few. As an instructor, I put songs together to form a 60-minute playlist and then teach it to my group of students. Each class burns anywhere from 800-1200 calories.

What Led Me Here: After I finished dental hygiene school, I found myself with a lot of spare time. I started to take fitness classes and immediately fell in love with zumba. Fitness is important to me and I am constantly trying to improve myself. Music and dancing have always been passions of mine. I love being able to express myself and let loose. After being approached numerous times by fellow students, I decided to become a licensed instructor February of 2011.

My Family: My husband Eric and I have been together for 15 years. I met him when I was 16 and instantly fell in love. We were married when I was 22. From there, we adopted our four legged fur babies Sunny, Brownie (RIP) and SoCo. In February 2016, we were blessed to welcome our daughter Juniper. She was our missing puzzle piece.

My Role Model: My students! They are constantly pushing me to be my best! Every week they come to class with smiles on their faces and their dance shoes ready. If they show up in a bad mood, I make it my goal to turn their day around. They usually leave in better spirits and with sweat dripping. I love being able to watch them grow more confident each and every week. Some have never done zumba and they feel uneasy. By the end of the session, they are dancing stars and have met numerous friends. I honestly have the best participants; they are my second family.

My Key To Success: Be yourself and always be kind to others. Give compliments often and never forget to smile.

You never know just how much someone may need it.

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My Greatest Achievement: I never in a million years thought that I would have my own business. I had to trust in myself and step out on a limb. Sure I could fall but what happened if I learned to fly?

I Would Tell My 20-Year-Old Self: Believe in yourself, you are stronger than you will ever imagine. Everything will work out the way it is supposed to and donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t stress about the small things. Enjoy every moment and make sure to hug the ones you love. You never know when you will have said your last goodbye.

Lifeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Most Defining Moment: Having my daughter. I never knew how much I wanted to be a mother before I had her. She is constantly reminding me how amazing the world really is around me, I just need to look! Every day is a new adventure!

My Inspiration: I am constantly trying to find new music and choreography. I only choose music that speaks to me, and makes me want to dance! There needs to be a great beat or a positive message.

I have incorporated a lot of Christian music, unbeknown to some of my students.

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Two Common Essential Oils And Some Of Their Uses

BY JILL JOHNSON

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here are well over 100 different essential oils (EOs) available. Rated the #1 most versatile, well-used of all EOs is lavender. With its lack of toxicity, it makes it a valuable aide for daily use. It’s one of the few EOs that may be applied to the skin undiluted.

(Adverse effects are extremely rare but always lean on the side of caution/safety by diluting with carrier oil when applying to skin). Lavender is a balancing and/or regulating oil. In the long run it becomes sedating and/or calming, although initially it revives. For a wonderful restorative effect, add 5 to 8 drops of lavender EO to 1 tablespoon of pure organic coconut oil (or carrier oil of choice) and 1/8 cup Epson salts, mix well, add to a warm water footbath and soak for 15 to 30 minutes while inhaling deeply.

Diffusing (ultrasonic) lavender can be used with physical symptoms that result from stress or nervous tension and respiratory difficulties. It may be used to help irritability, depression, insomnia and nervous tension. It has a restorative calming effect on the heart which can aid in high blood pressure and palpitations. With excellent antiseptic properties, it makes it effective in treating coughs, flu and bronchitis. You can also use it in a rub by mixing it with carrier oil.

Lavender has benefits helping with digestive problems of a nervous origin such as diarrhea, indigestion, nausea, etc.

You can make massage oil by combining 5 drops of lavender EO to a tablespoon of carrier oil and then massage onto the abdomen area.

Lavender is very useful in a variety of skin conditions, including wounds and sores of all kinds. First-aid helper, it can be used neat on abrasions, burns, insect bites and stings. It can also help with earaches; massage a few drops

around the ear (not in the ear). Its deodorizing properties make it a useful room spray and antiseptic. These are but a few of lavenders wonderful uses. You can easily see why it is rated #1.

The second EO is tea tree (melaleuca). It is a stimulating and toning oil used primarily for its germicidal properties.

Highly antiseptic, it can help in combatting different kinds of bacterial infection, including streptococcal & staphylococcal types and has shown to have significant anti-viral as well as anti-fungal properties. It stimulates the immune response by encouraging production of lymphocytes when infection is present.

Tea tree oil is used in helping in many kinds of respiratory tract infections such as bronchitis and asthma. It can be used in diffusing (ultrasonic) or steam inhalations for treating acute infections such as colds, flu, rhinitis and sinusitis.

As an excellent anti-fungal, tea tree can be applied locally (low toxicity – skin sensitization are rare but possible) to treat such conditions as athlete’s foot, acne as well as combating infection in things such as corns, callouses, boils, cuts and burns. Many cases of warts have been eliminated by use of tea tree EO, try dabbing it on neat daily. Disinfect a cut or soothe insect stings and bites along with being effective on cold sores. Apply neat and be happy to know it doesn’t sting.

EOs are wonderful for our well-being, but always remember they are extremely concentrated plant essences and need to be treated with respect. Properly dilute and use with common sense. To help educate yourself more on EOs, get a copy of Susan Curtis of Neal’s Yard Remedies book Essential Oils, Andrea Butje’s book The Heart of Aromatherapy and Robert Tisserand’s book Essential Oil Safety.

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RACHEL LYNNE KRAUSE

26, is the director of the Annette & Dale Schuh Riverfront Arts Center in Stevens Point.

My Work: I organize, market, set-up and exhibit eight unique, rotating exhibits per year with the help of 35 volunteers from the community and interns from the UW-Stevens Point communications, fine arts and arts management departments. Our next show, Emerging Artists, starts March 7th and is an annual display of Stevens Point area student artwork in conjunction with Youth Art Month. Along with the exhibits, I also organize classes and workshops, opening receptions for each exhibit and set-up booths for the Riverfront Arts Center at events such as Festival of the Arts. I am also a part-time employee of the Portage County Public Library and a big supporter of everything they do (books and art are my passions). Working at the library alongside the Riverfront Arts Center keeps me connected with patrons and artists outside of the art community.

What Led Me Here: I attended UWSP to study arts management and in 2013 I interned at the Riverfront Arts Center which gave me the experience I needed to end up back here 3 years later.

My Family: I just got married in September. My husband Spencer and I live in Stevens Point with our dog, Dante.

My Role Model: My mom and my grandmother are my role models. They taught me how to be a leader, draw and read, travel, try everything new, love my quirks and never, ever be afraid to embrace life.

My Key To Success: To embrace change and growth, to never stop learning new things and to never burn bridges but always stand up for yourself as well.

My Greatest Achievement: Getting married. I never thought I would and now it’s the best decision I ever made. My husband brings me a sense of security and love that I couldn’t imagine living without.

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I Would Tell My 20-Year-Old Self: I was a horribly shy child and wanted nothing more than to stay at home with my mom forever. I would tell myself to not change a thing and reassure that little girl that one day she would turn that shyness into a strength.

My Hobbies: I love hiking with my dog, cooking new foods, reading an obscene number of books and exploring new parks and cities with my husband.

My Inspiration: I (obviously) find a ton of inspiration at work and I find a ton out in nature.

My Guilty Pleasure: British television, bad 90’s pop music, Ben and Jerry’s Phish Food ice cream and anything gummy.

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TAMERA DAHMS

49, is the owner of Isaac’s Fine Apparel in Wausau.

My Work: I work with customers which I love! I am in charge of planning, store merchandise buying, creative visual merchandising, creating ads as well as social media campaigns and doing accounting. I am also a part of the Wausau River District Board of Directors, Wausau River District Promotion Committee and the Wausau River District Economic Development Committee. I’m involved in the committees and board because I want to help and see continued growth of small businesses in Wausau’s River District. I support a variety of non-profit organizations that some of my customers are involved in. For example, I donated 100 beanie babies to The Women’s Community, Inc. at Christmas to make a child’s day a little brighter.

What Led Me Here: I watched my father build three businesses from the ground up. Southside Tire, Mortenson Brothers Trucking and Mortenson Brothers Farms, Inc. From a young age on, I wanted to own a clothing store. I went to Chippewa Valley Technical College and earned a fashion merchandising Associates Degree, a marketing Associates Degree and an accounting assistant certificate from North Central Technical College.

My Family: I’m one of seven children, five girls and two boys. I married Donald Dahms and we have a son Riley Dahms. Riley works with his dad who owns Antigo Arborists and MidNorth Epoxy Flooring in Antigo. I grew up in Aniwa and Antigo before coming to Wausau after purchasing Isaac’s.

My Key To Success: Inner drive, desire and a dream.

Being independent, self-motivated with a strong work ethic and doing what you love, which for me is working with and helping people.

My Greatest Achievement: Purchasing Isaac’s Fine Apparel in 2007 and being a part of this great community.

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I Would Tell My 20-Year-Old Self: Do what you love and love what you do. Make the most of every day. Time is a gift, don’t waste it being unhappy.

My Hobbies: I break out singing and dancing in the store upon occasion, just ask my staff. :) I like hiking especially in the Arizona mountains, kayaking and going for long walks.

Life’s Most Defining Moment: Being blessed with my son Riley who is 22 now. I wanted several children but I was lucky enough to have my son Riley make me proud every day. He’s the best gift life has given me.

My Inspiration: Every day I wake up with my health and get to interact with people. If I can make people smile, laugh or brighten someone’s day I’m inspired.

My Guilty Pleasure: Brownies of any sort.

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KARA SAMS

54, is the owner of Sweet Tea Clothing Co. in Wisconsin Rapids.

My Work: Upon moving to Wisconsin Rapids, I noticed limited shopping opportunities for women.

Fulfilling a dream to own my own business, we made the decision to open Sweet Tea Clothing Co., a midpriced women’s boutique with an emphasis on items made in the USA. This endeavor has allowed me to become part of a great community. A percentage of profit goes to support various local charities along with our support of a Christian school in Guatemala. I am also involved in the following organizations: Board chairperson for Global Missions of Mercy member of the Heart of Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce and team leader for yearly mission trips to support Highland Park Christian School And Feeding Center in Chiquimula, Guatemala.

My Family: Married to David for 34 years and we have two sons. Brent is 33 and is married to Lauren and living in California. Blake is 32 and also chose to marry a Lauren and is living in Alabama.

What Led Me Here: I grew up in Missouri and graduated from Wichita State University in Wichita, KS where I also met my husband. Following his career, we transferred to several different states and then spent the last 22 years in Alabama. David’s new position with Verso Corporation brought us to Wisconsin Rapids in March of 2015.

My Role Models: My Dad, Bob is 82 years young.

He’s a former small business owner who has a great way with customers, is honest and meets everyone with a smile! My Mom, Eula, is also a former small business owner. She gave me the courage to try most anything and developed my love of cooking. She will still try anything new! Sarita Carson, a native of Guatemala and the director of Highland Park Christian School in Guatemala. She is the epitome of servanthood and putting others before herself. Her mission every day is to love children and share the love of Christ with those she serves.

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My Key To Success: To treat people with kindness and grace whether it’s in my home or work environment.

My Greatest Achievement: Professionally, I’m most proud of moving to our new community and discovering that I love owning and working at Sweet Tea Clothing Co.!!

I Would Tell My 20-Year-Old-Self: Don’t worry about the dust on top of the fridge!!! Keep perspective.

My Hobbies: Beginning knitter, baking bread, traveling with David, curling and spending time at the beach.

Most Defining Moment: Accepting Christ as Lord and continuing to grow stronger in my faith.

My Inspiration: Being outside, spending time studying the Bible and relationships with positive people.

My Guilty Pleasure: Chocolate and most any kind of cookie!!

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Cooking With Ruth Celebrates 100 Episodes

BY BREANNA BUTLER

This article first appeared on ExploreMarshfield.com

Ruth and Gary Elderbrook have always had a passion for helping others, and this passion is on display twice monthly on the Marshfield Community Television (MCTV) program “Cooking with Ruth (and Gary)”.

After Ruth’s home catering business was featured on an MCTV episode of “Business Profile” in April 2013, the couple’s friend and program host Mike Warren encouraged Ruth to consider producing a regular cooking show.

MCTV provides a unique opportunity for members of the community to produce their own programs, and this seemed to Warren like a fun way to share recipes and encourage people to give cooking a try.

“I thought at the time that people would appreciate the cooking help,” said Warren. “I remember thinking what a great resource it would be for people to watch something real quick and get new ideas from somebody who has all these recipes. Couple that with her great personality and it was perfect.”

Never having had television experience, Ruth was nervous but willing to give it a try. Soon after, Gary began joining her on-air.

Nearly four years and dozens of recipes later, the Elderbrooks’ show is one of MCTV’s most popular programs ever, and has an avid online following through YouTube.

“We both love what we’re doing with our Slice of Heaven business and with the cooking show, it gives us the opportunity to try and then share new recipes,” said Ruth. “I also enjoy being able to share stories of our family and friends and incorporating them into the show that relates to the recipe we are making.”

Ruth and Gary have enjoyed sharing their love of cooking with the community and especially being able to help nonprofits while doing the program. Various episodes throughout the years have included making soup for Soup Or Socks’ “Empty Bowls” fundraiser, dog treats for Marshfield Area Pet Shelter rescues, and cupcakes for Personal Development Center’s annual “Sheltering Hearts” benefit, among others.

“I have always believed in giving to worthy causes and especially to those who are so in need of life’s simple necessities,” Ruth said. “As a couple, we have

experienced loss of jobs many times, but we were always blessed with being able to pick ourselves up and move on to the next opportunity in a new city.”

While continually involved in their own community, the couple also enjoy incorporating personal stories into the program - sharing family anniversaries, trip recaps and milestones. Both have also enjoyed hosting a plethora of special guests, helping to showcase even more facets of the community.

“Being a community producer of this cooking show has given us many opportunities to host special guests on our show. They can put a plug in for their particular upcoming fundraiser and talk about the needs of the community and the group they are serving, whether it be for the homeless and hungry or for pets that need a good home. This is a different outlet for us in which we can continue to participate and give to those in need,” said Ruth.

“I would definitely encourage other members of the Marshfield community to be involved in MCTV if it works for their situation.”

Earlier this month, the couple filmed their milestone 100th episode. Featuring two healthy appetizers perfect for a football party (skinny peanut butter dip and detox chocolate bites), the program also featured a surprise appearance from Warren and an interview segment reflecting on their years on the small screen.

“It has been really special for me to see someone at the grocery store, church, or a restaurant who comes up to me and calls me by name. On occasion I’ve asked the person, ‘How do you know me?’ and he/she responds, ‘I watch you on TV and I love your cooking show!’” said Ruth.

“I can’t believe I started this program almost 4 years ago! I look forward to the next 100 episodes! We continue to explore new recipes and ideas for our viewers.”

Ruth and Gary’s goal is to incorporate more heart-healthy recipes this year, as well as to continue promoting the community, teaching people to cook, and making memories (and hilarious outtakes).

“I hope people continue to watch the show and encourage others to watch, as there might be just the right recipe they are looking for,” said Ruth. “I want to say thank you for supporting MCTV and for watching ‘Cooking with Ruth (and Gary)’! Until next time...happy cooking!”

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you food Top Belgian endive with a creamy white sauce spiked with Gruyere cheese for a unique gratin.

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GET TO KNOW BELGIAN ENDIVE With Help Of Cheese

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resh-faced, yet utterly jet-lagged. That’s how I arrived in France for the first time. And that’s how I was introduced to Belgian endive.

Madame Gabillet was hosting me for my college semester abroad and she welcomed me pretty much right off the plane into her chilly, dark home.

Dinner was waiting, so we sat right down and rather silently (since I didn’t yet speak a word of French) began the meal.

That’s when I saw a vegetable I didn’t recognize.

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whatever it was, it was bathed in a luscious cream sauce with Gruyere bubbling on top.

It was a fitting welcome to what would be a cold and rainy few months. I understood precious little of what my host family said to me that night, but I did catch the name of the tender, slightly bitter, delight that we ate — Belgian endive.

Madame Gabillet loved Belgian endive (and luckily, as I discovered, so did I). She served it chopped and sauteed in sweet butter, or sliced and tossed raw in a mustardy vinaigrette, or — my favorite — baked in a white cream sauce with onions and cheese.

Back in the US, I saw Belgian endive slowly make its way into supermarkets.

These days you can find it pretty much all year. They look like a cross between an

elongated oversized Brussels sprout and a very small head of compacted romaine lettuce, but more yellow. Both Belgian and regular endive are part of the chicory family and sport a slightly bitter flavor.

Each Belgian endive has only 15 calories, but packs tons of fiber, vitamin C and calcium. And for something that sounds so exotically European, it’s downright inexpensive.

So grab a few and try them in some of your favorite recipes that star other greens — raw in place of escarole, sauteed instead of cabbage or kale, simply grilled or roasted with olive oil, salt and pepper and squeeze of lemon. Or try my version of the dish that started it all — Madame Gabillet’s Belgian endive gratin.

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Cook over medium heat, stirring, until the sauce begins to thicken, about 6 minutes. Turn off the heat, stir in mustard, then season with salt and pepper. Set aside.

Cut off the woody stems of the endive and slice them in half lengthwise. Season them with salt and pepper. Place the endive in the prepared baking dish. Pour the sauce over the endive halves. Cover with foil and bake for 15 minutes. Remove the foil, then sprinkle the cheese evenly over the top. Return to the oven for another 15 minutes, or until the endive is tender.

If desired, increase heat to broil and broil the gratin until the cheese is bubbly and browned, about 1 minute. Be careful as the cheese will burn quickly. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

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Jose’s Mexican Restaurant

Spices Up Adams STORY & PHOTOS BY NATHAN VINE

Offering customers a large menu and a bright and festive atmosphere, Jose’s Authentic Mexican Restaurant in a short time has become a popular dining destination in downtown Adams.

Owner Jose Louis Parra Vera opened his first location four years ago at 825 8th Street in Baraboo, and since then has racked up awards like the 2015 Business of the Year from the Baraboo Area Chamber of Commerce and a Certificate of Excellence from the website TripAdvisor. In October 2014, a second location opened at 218 S. Main Street in Adams.

“We’ve had a great experience ever since we opened, from the community and people who stop when they are back in town,” said Norberto Morales, who started working at the Baraboo location when it first opened and is now manager of the Adams location.

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dining room to brightly painted tables and chairs. There’s seating for 90 in the restaurant and bar, an outside patio with seating for 60 and a banquet room with seating for 70.

Then there’s the menu, which Morales said boasts over 100 options with everything from nachos to quesadillas, burritos, enchiladas, steak and seafood.

Morales said one of the most popular items on the menu are the fajitas, which come in a variety of options beyond just chicken or beef. There’s this especial el vallerta with steak, chicken breast, shrimp and chorizo with sauteed onions, bell peppers, tomato and a cheese quesadilla; the fajita del mar with grilled shrimp, crab and scallops; fajita rancheras with beef, chicken, shrimp and chorizo; fajita de camaron with grilled shrimp; and fajitas jalisco with beef, chicken and shrimp.

The fajitas come with a variety of sides including corn or flour tortillas, rice, beans, lettuce, sour cream, pico de gallo, and guacamole.

Other popular items include the chimichangas with either beef, chicken or seafood put into a tortilla and deep fried, the taco salad, and margaritas – which come frozen or on the rocks in lime, strawberry, mango, peach and banana — which Morales said are available two-for-one Monday through Wednesday.

There’s an extensive lunch menu served before 3 p.m. Monday through Friday, dinner specials, both dinner and vegetarian combo plates and a children’s menu.

“We want to give people good food and great service, and that comes from teamwork with all of our employees,” said Morales.

Jose’s Authentic Mexican Restaurant is open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Monday through Saturday, and from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Sunday. For more information, please call 608-339-6133 or find them online at www.josesauthenticmexicanrestaurant.com or on Facebook.

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