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BACK TO SCHOOL BREAKFAST BAKE BIG WHEELS KEEP ON TURNING

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15 Queen of the Road

20 DIY: Painted Drinking Glass

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16 Fashion For Your Home

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10 Pet's Tale

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Reopening the Educational Road Less Traveled assisted

Living with Heart

Is it time to admit that we may have made a terrible mistake? This is an error you don’t fully recognize for years – decades even. Yet, when a situation persists for this long, it’s hard to know where to begin fixing those transgressions.

When I was a kid, it was simply understood that you would go to college – and it was clear to me that the goal was to attend a four-year university and live the whole experience. To tell you the truth, I’m not exactly sure how my mindset was influenced. Was it my parents? Could it have been the counselors or my friends? It may have been the college branding that was pervasive at that time. Either way, I knew it was university or bust.

In fact, my grandparents offered me an opportunity to live with them for the first two years after high school and pay for community college during that time. That was a seriously amazing offer from people who were trying to help me with what would become years of student loans. It was an offer that I should’ve snapped up – quickly. However, I turned it down and stayed on the university path.

Although we have more college graduates than ever, we’ve also lost site of the trades and advanced manufacturing that help balance our society and economy. Have you tried to find a competent handy man, plumber or electrician? Those skills are needed and in short supply.

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We need to create a more balanced focus. It shouldn’t be one way or another.

In fact, my dad and grandpa were truck drivers, and they would remind me that not all children – even my own – are destined for four-year universitytype careers.

There’s no easy fix for past mistakes, but we can all do our part. We must hold career options up for students and young people to consider. If we don’t, we are limiting their potential and quite possibly pushing careers that inspire no love for the work involved. In addition, it takes a toll on society. We need carpenters, handy men, plumbers and electricians every day.

Support all educational opportunities. Our community colleges and workforce development programs have taken up the mantle and are providing access to real-life education that provides skills in a fraction of the time.

I’m not saying that four-year universities aren’t valuable, but I do say it isn’t for everyone.

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RAINBOW CHILD CARE OPENS NEW LOCATION Research indicates that children enrolled in early childhood education programs prior to kindergarten generally have higher academic-skill and learning-behavior scores than those who did not attend any early childhood activities on a regular basis. To meet the demand of Lansing families for high-quality, academic-focused early childhood education programs, Rainbow Child Care Center opened the doors to its brand-new area school on W. Saginaw Highway, in June. This is Rainbow’s third location near Michigan’s capital. The new center serves children from 6 weeks to 12 years of age. In addition to providing safe, quality child care, the center meets the demand for affordable early childhood education solutions that support intellectual and social development.

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HGB HONORS GUILD VOLUNTEERS Hayes Green Beach Memorial Hospital announced Carolyn Drown and Rachel Harvitt as its Generosity Guild Volunteers of the Year. They were recognized at the hospital’s annual Generosity Guild Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon on May 11. HGB employees and Generosity Guild workers nominated 17 volunteers for the annual recognition. All Generosity Guild volunteers voted on the nominees to determine the final winners.HGB has 120 active volunteers who donated 17,039 hours of their time in 2017. ■

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BY ALICIA FLINCH

HASLETT DENTIST USES SKILLS, OUTREAC H TO HELP OTHERS

Coming up on 20 years in the dental industry, Dr. Lisa Knowles couldn’t be happier with her decision to open her own practice, Haslett East Lansing Dental Health and Wellness between Haslett Road and East Lansing Drive. Knowles has always known she wanted to work in the health care industry; she just wasn’t sure if she wanted to be a dentist.

“Starting with zero patients is no small task and involved a lot of risks, but I am happy I chose this location, and the patient support has been wonderful,” Knowles explained.

Knowles obtained her bachelor’s degree in communication from Alma College and went on to graduate from the Michigan State University School of Dentistry. Knowles decided it was time to start looking for a practice once she established her speaking, writing and consulting business, InternationalDental Consulting, which is where Knowles marries her two loves of dentistry and communication.

She is a teacher at heart and takes pride in helping her patients learn more about their health. She strives to instill the importance of dental care in every patient and has them learn during their time in the office.

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Additionally, she offers her services once a week at the Volunteers of America Delta Dental Clinic for the homeless and Medicaid population. Knowles received extra training in her general practice residency at the Veterans Affairs medical center in Ann Arbor, where she learned how to treat patients with medical issues and how to honor a patient’s needs. She believes that there are a lot of unmet dental needs out there, and it takes a specific personality to work with medically and mentally compromised patients.

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Knowles is also currently serving a three-year appointment to the Michigan Dental Association board of trustees. There, she can contribute her moral compass and help guarantee patients get the best care from the oral health authorities in the state of Michigan.

“Once I figure things out or learn about other strategies, then I share my knowledge with others,” Knowles said. “I am a lifelong learner as well, so I love to absorb what others know; I love to watch a communication and educational network emerge. Helping people connect with others brings a lot of joy to my work.” ■

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“A lot of times, dental hygienists and dentists get caught up in doing procedures and doing technical things, but I have found teaching patients is where the hands-on, kinesthetic learning takes place and where patients get the most value,” she said.

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For children, Knowles’ practice has a brushing station that lets kids get interested in what is in their mouths, along with the connection with food choices and healthy habits. She likes to talk about and demonstrate how the mouth and body are interconnected with each other, so patients can recognize how important it is to take care of their teeth and gums.

When not volunteering her services or at her practice, the mom of two enjoys helping coach the East Lansing High School varsity softball team with head coach Jeff Lampi. She is also an environmental champion, and her practice reflects that value. She knows the importance of being able to create a beautiful crown and getting every little bit of calculus off the teeth, but she also knows it’s just as important to teach people how to maintain their body and overall health.

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“By far, my favorite thing about being in dentistry is that it allows me to teach and coach others, and also learn from others,” Knowles said.

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BY NAME What comes to mind when thinking about the perfect job? For Yvonne LeFave, owner of Go Green Trikes LLC, it was making a difference while being environmentally sustainable, which is exactly what she has accomplished with her delivery service.

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Through Go Green Trikes, LeFave shares her love of green transportation choices, community activism and hauling, and compacts them into one sustainable package. She can be found riding her trike around Greater Lansing, watering the hanging baskets in Old Town or delivering a refrigerator to someone within her 120-mile service area.

The trikes themselves are 9 feet, 4 inches long with a heavy-duty, electric assist that is capable of carrying 300-pound loads at a time. Greater Lansing’s environmentally friendly delivery service specializes in yard work, deliveries, advertising and marketing as well as event support.

“Of all the things I’ve done in my life, this is the most fun. It’s modern and sustainable – it works,” LeFave said.

After about 30 years of sitting behind a desk – 15 as a clerk and 15 as a geek in some capacity – LeFave was ready for a unique environment. While wondering what to do next, she started working with a life coach, Jaya the Trust Coach, who instructed her to make a list of ingredients of her next career path.

When a friend encouraged her to read an article about trike delivery services, LeFave knew that would be the perfect endeavor.

In her list, LeFave wrote down ingredients, allowing for added creativity and helping to visualize what she wanted in a new occupation. In the exercise, the “chef” is then free to create any “dish” from those ingredients, essentially crafting a tailored-made entrée for the chef. LeFave’s dish, becoming her new career, is “deliciously full” in her eyes.

“A company in Portland, Oregon, had already built a business using my ingredient list – and me finding a way to build it here would tap into even more of my skills that I didn't think to claim and put on the initial list,” said LeFave.

On Jan. 29, LeFave happened to open the latest Capital Gains newsletter that detailed a competition for new business ideas: The Hatching. LeFave submitted her idea for future consideration and was contacted by one of the organizers. With the event the same day, she had one hour to put together a presentation, and the spot was hers. After submitting and presenting her idea, Go Green Trikes had won both the “glory vote,” which was the audience selection for the top idea; the cash prize of $1,000; and legal help in forming into an LLC. Feeling less than confident about starting a business, LeFave asked "the universe" to send her someone business savvy. At a New Year's Eve party, the person sitting next to her asked, "So what do you do?" She went on about her current role and, although hesitant, LeFave explained her idea to the stranger. In return, she was ready to move forward with her dream.

“This journey has pushed me to be the best version of myself, and I've gone willingly in that direction.

It's definitely been an exercise in trust – both in the universe and in myself as co-creator. It's truly an honor to bring this into fruition for the Greater Lansing community,” LeFave said. ■ Alicia Finch is a journalism graduate of The University of Akron and is now residing in Mason, MI. When not playing with her yorkie poo, she enjoys her coral reef tank and all things fitness related.

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COMEDY COLUMN

BACK TO SCHOOL

BY TEECE ARONIN

ADVICE TO MAKE THINGS

EASIER FOR EVERYBODY As if the swift back-to-school sea change wasn’t enough, a quick Internet search of the words “back-toschool tips” is enough to make a mother faint – as if she had time for a nap. Here is the best of what I found online, with my own two cents here and there.

Get your kids’ eyes examined: According to ThinkAboutYourEyes.com, one of every four kids has vision problems, and this is more serious than you might think. Poor vision can be the cause for misdiagnoses such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, and that can pave the way for unnecessary psychological assessments, medications and stress for children and parents alike.

Little by little, pull bedtimes back to an earlier hour.

ActiveBeat.com’s “Seven Healthy Back to School Tips for Kids and Parents” suggests taking some of the sting out of this transition by allowing quiet activities at bedtime such as reading or playing with soft toys, but with a ban on all electronics to prevent the sleep disruptions associated with devices such as cellphones, laptops and even TVs. Another suggestion from the ActiveBeat.com article: Help curb your child’s anxieties about going back to

school by talking them out together. Worries like, “Will I fit in, what if I get lost in my new school and who will my teacher be?” are things you can work out far in advance. My son, Jon, and I went to an orientation before he started middle school, and the kids were handed combination locks. Jon had never used one and refused my help as he struggled to make the lock work. After many attempts, he looked up and asked, “Mom, is it OK if I swear?” He had the process nailed before we left that night, but remember that things we take in stride might be stressful to a child.

HealthyChildren.org makes an excellent point that it’s smart to communicate with the school ahead of time if you have concerns about how your child might fare in the first days. I can vouch for this. There’s no need to wait until the first parent-teacher conference if issues such as extreme shyness might be derailing a good school experience from the get-go. Most schools will welcome your early input since it’s easier for staff to deal with issues they’re already aware of. Try emailing your child’s new teacher to establish a working relationship that is beneficial to the teacher, you and, ultimately, your child.

Individual Expertise. Collective Advantage.

A few thoughts if you have teens: Consider telling them that a new school year can be a fresh start and an opportunity to present others with their best selves.

It is a chance to make new first impressions and set the tone for how they expect to be treated. There’s a lot to digest in all that and a lot that can throw a child if sprung at the last minute, so talk about these things early. Don’t make them part of a day-one pep talk just before your teen boards the bus.

The American Academy of Pediatrics is a tremendous online source of back-to-school help on everything from backpacks to what to do if your child is a bully.

Just search “back-to-school tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics.”

Here’s to an awesome school year for all kids everywhere – and their parents. ■ Teece Aronin is an artist, blogger and columnist that writes for the Oakland Press and is the Featured Writer for October at TrueHumor.com. Her artwork is available at the Redbubble.com store and you can read her blog at ChippedDemitasse.BlogSpot.com

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PET'S TALE

LET SLEEPING

DOGS LIE (Pssst! They're thinking of you)

Let’s learn about doggy dreams: Are they real? Do they dream of running through fields of treats or floating in the pool with a doggy cocktail and sunglasses on?

Based on the article I read on Dailymail.com, they’re probably dreaming about you. That’s right, according to a doctor at Harvard Medical School, your pup is likely dreaming about you and things that happened throughout their day, similar to what humans do. She said that since most dogs are extremely attached to their owners, chances are high that a dog is dreaming of its owner’s face and smell. She believes dogs can have bad dreams too, especially if they are unhappy about something, so positive experiences throughout the day are a plus.

Apparently, there is something in the human brain that keeps our muscles from moving while we sleep.

According to the article, if this “something” doesn’t work properly, chances are you’ll be acting out your

dreams while you sleep. The same goes for dogs. So when your pup’s legs are twitching and moving, it is likely running in the dream. I don’t know about your dog, but mine runs all the time in his dreams.

Studies have also shown that the length of a dog’s dreams depends on the size of the dog. On average, an adult dog sleeps 12-14 hours a day, so with all that sleeping may come lots of dreaming. Here’s to many happy dreams for you and your dog!

Don’t mix pets and errands I’ve had numerous questions about taking your dog on errands and whether leaving them in the car is safe. It is not! Please, do not take your dog with you on errands in the summertime. It is too hot for them in the car.

Remember that the temperature in the car will be much

hotter than it is outside, it won’t make any difference if you are parked in the shade or leave the windows cracked because cars retain heat. Animals can get heatstroke and suffer from dehydration. It is the best and safest choice to leave them home when you are out and about. That being said, there are obviously going to be exceptions – for example, if you are working on training with your dog or if you are taking them to a store that they can go inside with you and then taking them right back home. Changing up their environment is one of the best ways to socialize your dog, just remember to be safe when doing it. ■ Jill Bailey is the Media Manager at M3 Group. Having a life-long love of dogs, Jill decided to get her training certification in 2012. Visit caninecoaches.com for more information.

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Saving for Retirement

BY DEIDRE DAVIS

BEST PRACTICES FOR PLANNING Whether you’re 20 years old or 60 years old, you should be saving for retirement. It’s something most of us know we should do, yet we have not started or are not taking advantage of saving opportunities.

However, you can still make a difference in your retirement savings by starting to save today. If this is something you have put on the back burner, get started now and begin preparing for your future.

What are the best ways to save for retirement?

One of the best ways to save for retirement is through tax-deferred accounts such as Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) and 401(k) plans, which are employersponsored. Deferring taxes on the money you save and the returns you earn within such an account earns you more over time – an enormous advantage over typical taxable accounts. Tax deferral means you save pre-taxed income, temporarily avoiding the usual income taxes until you start withdrawing the money years later.

These plans can have other advantages to consider, such as an employer matching a percentage of employees’ 401(k) contributions.

How much should I save for retirement?

Retirement planning begins by imagining the lifestyle you want when your working days are over. Begin by estimating future expenses. Ask yourself questions such as where you want to live and what your monthly budget would look like. Then, create a savings plan to build and manage your assets to meet those goals.

For most people, retirement savings should replace 70 percent to 90 percent of your annual pre-retirement income through a combination of savings and Social Security benefits, according to personal finance experts.

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To get you there, select stocks, bonds and other assets through your retirement plan that are likely to gain more value over time. Experts recommend investing 10 percent to 20 percent of your income each year in your retirement savings and reviewing your plan every year to make sure you’re on course.

What if I need help to decide what to invest in for my retirement savings?

If you need advice on how to reach your financial goals, look for a certified financial planner. Be aware, anyone can call themselves a financial adviser, but the title alone does not mean the person is a certified professional who has the education and experience to help you. Here are some things to consider when looking for a financial planner: ● Services: Determine what you are looking for – investment advice, long-term planning, insurance recommendations or other guidance. ● Cost: Understand costs and fees before you commit. ● Qualifications and standards: Review the record of the company and person you are considering. A certified financial planner has met the standard of the national certified financial planning board and has the CFP professional designation. ● Interview: Ask your prospective planner these 10 questions: o

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How are you paid?

What are your all-in costs (additional fees)?

What services are included?

How will our relationship work (how much access will I have to the adviser)?

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What asset allocation will be used?

Who is your custodian (ideally an independent, such as a brokerage)?

What investment benchmarks do you use?

What taxes can I expect if I invest with you (what do I keep after fees and taxes)?

Is it ever too late to start saving for retirement?

Although most of us have heard that the time to start saving for retirement was yesterday, it really is never too late to start, especially if you know how to take advantage of saving opportunities. Here are a few: ● If you are ages 50 or older, you can make catch-up contributions toward retirement.

An extra $1,000 per year can be invested in a traditional or Roth IRA and an additional $5,000 per year in a 401(k) plan. ● Compound interest can still work for you, but it still pays to start as early as possible. ● You don’t have to retire at age 65 – if you are healthy and enjoy your job, you can work longer.

Part-time work is also an option.

Knowledge is power. Once you address these items — and get the right financial professional and retirement plan in place — you can get back to dreaming about your retirement without fear of what the future might bring. ■ Deidre Davis is the Chief Marketing Officer at MSU Federal Credit Union. MSUFCU’s headquarters are at 3777 West Road East Lansing, MI 48823. Contact Deidre at deidre.davis@msufcu.org or (517) 664-7877.

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LAURA ALSPAUGH

CREATE A LIGHT FOR YOURSELF

BY ALICIA FINCH Nurse, blogger, author and mom are only a few hats Lara Alspaugh wears on a daily basis. The Big Rapids native has spent the last 22 years in the Grand Ledge-area raising her three sons, writing books and blogging about her daily perceptions as a mother.

Alspaugh recently published her latest novel, “Last Turn Home,” a story centered around love, family, forgiveness and triumphing over struggle.

“The themes for me are forgiveness, the idea that a lot of things happen in our lives and they don’t have to define who we are or who we become. We get to choose that,” said Alspaugh, who spent the last 10 years creating the story for publication before deciding it was ready roughly six months ago.

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In the last three years, she has concentrated on her blog, "Confessions of a Daughterless Mother," where she deciphers her daily learnings and thoughts.

“It’s easier for me to communicate through words,” she said. “Being a mom of three boys, all three are vastly different and vastly different from me. I don’t write about them necessarily, although they’re always part of the story, but it’s always about what they teach me, what I can do better and what I am learning through life.”

She is a former nursing teacher and figure skating coach who has always carried a passion for writing.

After leaving her journalism studies to spend a year figure skating with Disney on Ice, Alspaugh decided to finish her studies and graduated with her nursing degree. She works part time as a registered

nurse at Michigan Community VNA, where she helps out at area flu and wellness clinics.

With another book in the works, Alspaugh credits her writing with its ability to allow her to create a light within herself.

“Don’t let your light go out,” she said. “You have to do something today, to create your tomorrow.”

Alspaugh had a dream, and she accomplished it.

She did it for not only herself but her boys. She wanted them to be proud of her and to see her in a different way.

Alspaugh hopes her message will resonate with the women who enjoy her novel. The book is available on Amazon at amazon.com/Lara-Alspaugh/e/ B07BM959PM. ■

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It harkens back to the strength, fortitude and feminism of World War II icons such as Rosie the Riveter, but it’s the overriding sentiment that Cindie Alwood consistently hears today: “I never thought I could do this. But I can.”

Alwood, the co-founder and executive director of the nonprofit Women’s Center of Greater Lansing, said she has repeatedly heard some variation of that statement in reference to the Women In Skilled Trades (WIST) program. “We all have the ability to do whatever we want to do,” said Alwood. “We just need someone to show us how.”

This summer, the WIST Apprenticeship Readiness Program saw its first class of graduates – six area women ages 19 through 40 have completed the 13-week course that provides them with the tools, knowledge and abilities to immediately begin an apprenticeship position in any skilled trades occupation.

WIST is an alliance between the Women’s Center of Greater Lansing, Capital Area Michigan Works!, Michigan State University, Granger Construction, the Associated General Contractors of Michigan and the U.S. Department of Labor. The students attended classes Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout the apprenticeship as well as an all-

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• The seventh annual Capital City Dragon Boat Race benefiting the Women’s Center of Greater Lansing begins at 7:30 a.m. Sept.

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day site visit Saturdays for hands-on training at locations such as the expansive Operating Engineers Local 324 Training Center in Livingston County’s Howell Township.

While students were learning the essential handson knowledge, they were also being educated on everything from first aid and sexual harassment awareness to Occupational Health and Safety Administration regulations and building upper-body strength.

“Now that it’s up and running, I am even more energized than I was before,” said Carol Cool, project manager at MSU’s Infrastructure Planning and Facilities. “The women of the first (graduating class) are amazing and reaffirm our decision to create WIST every day.”

WIST was brought to life by Cool and Tori Menold, business process manager at Granger Construction.

“We saw a need for the program because there is a shortage of skilled trades workers, and 77 percent of all women work in only 20 of the 440-plus occupations,” Cool said. “Tori and I wanted to do something to support women in our area, and construction is what we know. Skilled trades are work a woman can do. She only needs to know the option is available and have a little help getting over the barriers set up against her.”

Funded entirely through donations, the Apprenticeship Readiness Program – both its classes as well as the clothing and equipment needed – was provided free to participants; however, students had to be selected for the program through an interview process that examined everything from problem-solving skills to how they handle challenges.

“We looked at what employers look for in employees,” Alwood said. “We can train someone, but we can’t make them a self-starter.”

The interview process also served a dual purpose.

Although the program was designed to provide women with the essential skills needed for a trades

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WOMEN’S SKILLED TRADES PROGRAM

position, the interview also brought to light areas of need that remained to be addressed in the program’s design.

According to Alwood, basic construction math was a skill that was lacking across the board, so that raised another area of the program that required additional attention. Essentially, the initial year of WIST was a learning curve for both students as well as the program’s organizers; however, with the inaugural year behind, the Women’s Center of Greater Lansing is looking to continue the program in the future. The demand, Alwood noted, is certainly there from both employers as well as prospective students.

WIST fits snuggly into the central mission of the women’s center. While the nonprofit offers a wide range of programs and services since it was founded in 2005, a primary focus is employment – specifically reducing barriers to economic sufficiency for women, Alwood explained.

“We are really focused on helping women prepare for the workforce,” Alwood said.

Helping them prepare comes in a variety of forms: It could be a skills program, it could mean support programs, it could require counseling.

The goal of the women’s center is to be a resource to help women overcome whatever physical, psychological or emotional obstacles stand in their way.

“I think it’s really important that people in our community reach out when they’re feeling a certain way,” Alwood said. “We’re here. There are no barriers to our services. There is always help, and there is always hope. If you need help, we will help you. And if we can’t, we will find someone who can.” ■ Christopher Nagy is a graduate of Eastern Michigan University and has more than 20 years of experience in journalism. He rarely misses a Motor City Comic Con or Michigan Renaissance Festival.

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Treating Myself

BY LISA KOST

LIKE A GUEST Put out the good towels, roll out the red carpet. You have arrived. Yes, you, the person who takes care of others, cleans the dishes after the last guest has left, puts the last load of laundry in at midnight and eats the last piece of bacon.

You put others first, but is that always a good thing?

When was the last time you took a real day for yourself or treated yourself as good as your best guest? After the final family member left today, I fell into bed, exhausted. I took a two-hour nap – and I don't nap! But there was a pile of sheets to wash, bathroom floors to scrub and bags of trash to take out, and I could barely find the energy to change a roll of toilet paper.

My family is exhausting. When my children were little, they never stopped running, jumping and talking. As very "active" children, the only time left for me was at 10 p.m. when I settled down in front of

the TV with my nightly microwaved bag of popcorn.

The sad part is I would give anything to have those moments back again.

But did I give too much? I laugh when I hear people say there is a "balance" in life. For me, there was no balance, just a never-ending to-do list of work, kids and cleaning. There were times I wasn't sure I could get up in the morning. There were also moments of overwhelming doubt and the nagging question, "Am I doing enough?"

I don’t exactly have any answers. But, after a lifetime of serving others, it is time to bring some "me time" back. Today, I will take a "guest day." I call it a guest day because a personal day is not enough. I am going to treat myself as I would treat my guests.

and not clean up. I am going to take a slow, hot shower that allows me to wash and condition my hair. I will take my time putting on my makeup beautifully. I will wear a pretty dress to shop and stop to eat fresh blackberries at the market. I will buy myself flowers, and I will make and serve myself the best piece of whitefish. I will tell myself I am pretty all day, and at night be thankful I was able to take this time for myself.

You see, the world wants us to treat ourselves as it sees us. We are rare, precious and deserving, and tonight I am thankful for that beautiful reminder. ■

I am going to wake to the smell of hot coffee and bacon. I am going to take my time eating breakfast

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Back to School

RECIPE

BREAKFAS T BAKE

BY MARY GAJDA

The kids are back in school soon, and that means the schedule has to be reset. Meals need to be prepped and planned to allow you more time in your already busy day. Cereal can be fun, but sometimes you are tired of counting your lucky stars and want something the whole family can enjoy.

G a jd a y M a ry P h o to b

Breakfast bake is a timeless meal that has been done so many different ways.

What I love about this recipe is that you can adapt the ingredients to include or exchange your favorite proteins and vegetable options. Once you’ve made it once or twice, you can make it with your eyes closed and simply adapt to flavor.

Here’s what you’ll need for our Back to School Breakfast Bake:

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8 slices of bread, hand-shredded 10 eggs 1 package Bob Evans Savory Sage Sausage ½ small onion, diced 1 green pepper, diced 1 teaspoon, dry mustard ¾ cup, milk 1 cup, mozzarella cheese 1 cup, cheddar cheese Salt Pepper

DIRECTIONS

enjoy!

● Brown your sausage and set aside on a paper towel to reduce grease.

TIPS AND TRICKS ● If your dish seems very watery before baking, add another piece or two of shredded bread. ● If your dish seems very dry before baking, mix an egg with a small amount of milk and add in. ● Check for doneness by sticking a fork in the egg bake, just like you would a cake. It should come out clean.

● In large bowl, mix your eggs, dry mustard and a dash of salt and pepper.

● You can use a cupcake tin to make several mini breakfast bakes for portioning.

● Add diced onion and green pepper followed by milk and cheese.

● Add half a cup of cottage cheese for even more protein and cheesy goodness, and it to really amps up the flavor. ■

● Set your dish (covered) overnight in the refrigerator. ● The next morning, bake at 350 degrees for approximately 50 minutes.

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COVER STORY

Gaining Greatness

LANSING TEACHER'S PASSION, DEVOTION RECEIVES HIGH HONOR

BY AMI ICEMAN-HAUETER “Some are born great, some achieve greatness, and some have greatness thrust upon them.” – William Shakespeare, “Twelfth Night” In the case of Robyne Muray, teacher at Lansing Eastern High School and 2018-2019 Regional Teacher of the Year, all three of those are true.

She’s taken greatness to new heights and brought innovation, exploration and inspiration to students in Lansing.

Some are born great Long before Muray knew for herself that teaching was her calling, her grandfather’s instincts predicted that it was what she was meant to do. Her full-of-life personality and energetic demeanor could capture any student’s attention.

“I was a Sunday school teacher when I was younger, and I always enjoyed teaching the little kids the stories and sharing the Bible with them. I loved when we could debate and discuss, and it really taught me to articulate. I learned a lot then, and I learned that God has a plan,” Muray said. “I didn’t know it then, but my granddad did. I thought I’d go to New York or be an attorney; I had a lot of other plans, but my granddad said to me one day, ‘You’re not going to be able to stop (God’s) plan for you.’

And he was right; he knew before I knew.”

When meeting Muray, it's easy to see that she was meant to lead a classroom – or lead anything for that matter. With dreams of becoming a professor, Muray completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Michigan Flint and her master's degree at Eastern Michigan University but found a new direction and passion working with Flint Community Schools. Muray worked with students in Flint for 14 years before joining the Lansing School District team at Lansing Eastern High School to continue exploring her passion for education.

“This job is rigorous and always changing, and that can be challenging, but I embrace it," Muray said. “I have found stability here and have been so fortunate to have the support of our admin. They’ve mentored me and allowed me to go outside the box. I think they see that I am passionate about my craft, and they have given me opportunities and opened doors I am so thankful for.”

Some achieve greatness Muray has found ways to find balance in her career, working to both support and encourage students

while also keeping herself relatable and relevant.

She knows that if she can find new ways to engage with her students and show them the value of the greater community, both will succeed.

“I am very community driven. I really like being able to learn in ways that connect in real-life applications. I believe in sharing that with my students,” Muray said. “We don’t always have access to the best of the best like some do, so I work to find real-world applications and work with the community to make that happen. And this community has really stepped up when it comes to these kids.”

But her commitment to greatness doesn’t stop there.

Muray also finds ways to personalize her approach to help each student find success. Never one to back down, Muray has dedicated herself to understanding and using the data collected in education to support the educational journeys of her students.

“I work to take the time to figure out how they will be successful. I have the data, so I am able to see the areas where we need more. I think as a teacher I can only get better; and I think using the data we have, working to understand it and planning things out, you can find success. You can see it working and it’s supported through evidence. It can happen; we have to work at it, and the kids have to believe they can make that difference, but it can happen,” Muray said.

And, it did happen. Muray achieved greatness by being named a 2018-2019 Regional Teacher of the Year and was named as part of the Michigan Leadership Advisory Council, where she will work to represent teachers throughout the state in educational discussions.

nominated me. Thank you for believing in me and for acknowledging my work. And I’d like to thank my superintendent and our executive team.

They took a gamble on me, and I hope to not let them down.”

Some have greatness thrust upon them Muray has no plans of slowing down she has set new goals and embraced her new role as a leader in education. Even with all that she has accomplished and all that she plans to do, Muray still strives for more – for herself and for her students. She’ll gladly shoulder the load of educational innovation and changing expectations for the opportunity to share a little bit of inspiration with her students.

“Watching my children find their voice, watching them be successful and teaching them that if they work really hard, they can reach the things they want, that is defining for me in my career," Muray said. “My goal is to fight for equity and to even the playing field. I want them to know how to use the tools in their arsenal. I want them to know that they have to fight for what they want; and if they do that, I know they can make a difference.” ■ Ami Iceman-Haueter is the Brand Manager at M3 Group. Iceman-Haueter is a graduate of Michigan State University with a bachelors in creative advertising.

“I was speechless. I was excited. I was humbled.

I was so thankful. I think it means so much because it comes from the recognition of my peers. That is the most phenomenal thing that has ever happened in my career. People can go through their whole career and never have that,” Muray said. “I want to thank the person that CAWLM.COM

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Painted DRINKING

DIY

How to do it 1.

Set up an area for painting. I always make a mess, so I put a plastic tablecloth on my table before I start painting. You will want a cup of water to be able to clean your brushes between color changes and paper towels to help wipe away paint or dry an oversaturated brush.

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Choose your glass to paint on. Make sure that the glass you are going to be painting is cleaned and dried.

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Start painting! You will want to purchase a paint that is meant for glass/dinnerware. I used FolkArt Enamel glass paint. Get creative! You can paint detailed designs; fun, simple designs; or even just polka dots can dress up a plain glass nicely. If you prefer, purchase some simple templates, line them up on your glass and tape them in place with a little painter’s tape or masking tape.

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Allow the paint to dry.

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Once the paint is dry, you will want to cure your piece. Bake your glass piece at 350 degrees for about 20 to 30 minutes. If you don’t preheat your oven, I would suggest baking for 30 minutes. Depending on what type of glass you painted, you may need a cookie sheet to place it on.

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I like to make extra sure my piece is cured, so when I turn off my oven after cooking, I just let my pieces cool in there as well.

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Do not use your glass piece for 72 hours after curing. After that, your glass should be dishwasher-safe for the top rack, but I tend to hand-wash mine to make sure the design will stay longer. ■

GLASSES

Photos by Mary Gajda

BY JEANETTE WUMMEL

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Directing our community, Marie Lynn is a true advocate for those living with and family members caring for individuals, with Dementia. Her many years of experience in senior health and wellness bring a depth of commitment to her work that invigorates our team. Her ability to connect and engage with those around her, make her an invaluable team member. Her servant’s heart and attention to detail assure our community will be a place of warmth, creativity, and passion. Marie Lynn puts her very best foot forward in each endeavor she encounters. In her time at home, she enjoys spending time with family and cheering for MSU sporting events.

Lisa’s ability to understand and connect when families reach the point of not knowing what to do next brings clarity and warmth to an extremely difficult life decision. Facing her mother’s journey through Alzheimer’s head on, has given Lisa the grit and grace to reach out and assist others facing the same diagnosis.

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Dowling is passionate about sharing positive news, empowering women and local businesses to reach their full potential and being an active member of the community. Even when she’s working with clients across the nation, Dowling is on a mission to show the world that there’s no place as great as mid-Michigan.

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FEATURING EXPERTS SHELLEY DAVIS CORPORATE MARKETING STRATEGIST Shelley Davis is the Corporate Marketing Strategist at LAFCU. She manages the Credit Union’s marketing campaigns and strategic initiatives, including advertising, sales promotions and business development. She is a proud Lansing resident who serves on the Economic Development Corporation / Tax Increment Finance Authority/Brownfield Redevelopment Authority Board of Directors for the City of Lansing and is also a member of the Ingham Opioid Abuse Prevention Initiative. She is a past board member for various nonprofits, and an Emeritus Board Member for the McLaren Greater Lansing Healthcare Foundation. Ms. Davis holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Baker College and has a certificate in Credit Union Management from The University of Wisconsin, Madison.

She earned her Business Image Coaching accreditation at The Protocol School of Washington and is currently pursuing her MBA.

JANET FREUND SPARROW FOUNDATION’S WOMEN WORKING WONDERS Janet Freund is Chair of Sparrow Foundation Women Working Wonders (W3). For the past seven years, Janet has served as Chairperson of the 5K/OK Race and Kaleidoscope committees. She is past President of both Junior League of Lansing and Susan G. Komen Board. She has served on several community committees, including VOA Homeless No More and Alex’s Great State Race.

Professionally, she works as an image consultant and life coach. W3 is a Sparrow Foundation volunteer group that supports the health of women through community leadership, resource development and outreach initiatives. Now in its 16th year, W3 has raised more than $3.1 million for equipment and resources that have improved the health and psychological well-being of thousands of mid-Michigan women..

APRIL M. CLOBES MSUFCU April Clobes joined Michigan State University Federal Credit Union in 1996. After moving through the organization from a marketing specialist, to management and executive positions, she became President/CEO in 2015. Clobes is an active leader on several community and university boards. Clobes has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Marketing from Michigan State University, a Master of Arts degree from Michigan State University in Advertising, and a Master of Business Administration from Western Michigan University. In 2013, Clobes was named a Top Woman to Watch by the Credit Union Times; this honor is awarded to women who are reshaping the credit union industry throughout the country. In 2016, she received the Detroit Free Press Leadership Award. MSUFCU has an asset size of over $3.56 billion, over 235,000 members worldwide, and more than 750 employees.

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AUG. 3-4 Lansing JazzFest, Lansing Located in Old Town, surrounded by the best of the Capital City’s art galleries and unique retail stores and grand architecture, the annual Lansing JazzFest’s multiple stages offer outstanding talent from local favorites to regional and national acts. Visit jazzlansing.com for more information.

AUG. 4 Do1Thing Day 2018, Lansing Do1Thing Day will teach the community how to prepare for emergencies and disasters. The familyfriendly event will have free food, games, giveaways and a host of community resources. Visit do1thing.com for more information.

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Sunset & S'mores, Lansing Join a summer evening at around the campfire and watch the sunset as you roast s'mores, sing campfire songs, tell stories, hike the esker and play games at Fenner Nature Center. Feel free to come and go during this relaxed gathering. Bring a blanket, picnic or instrument if you'd like. All are welcome. Visit mynaturecenter.org for more information.

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Potter Park Zoo: Members Night, Lansing You’re invited to a fun-filled evening of animal enrichments, behind-the-scenes experiences, kids’ activities, dinner and more. From Aug. 9-24, nonmember attendees will have the opportunity to have the value of your ticket purchase deducted from a Potter Park Zoo membership purchase. Visit potterparkzoo.org/event/members-night-2/ for more information.

Art Feast, Lansing Coinciding with the Renegade Theatre Festival, Art Feast returns to Old Town to celebrate mobile vendors. Artists from across the state rally on Turner Street to bring you a wide variety of handmade goods. Visit iloveoldtown.org/2014/07/17/art-feast/ for more information.

AUG. 11 Summer Sizzle Hafla! at Lansing Brewing, Lansing Come and join the crowd for a free, familyfriendly, fun-filled event with belly dancing, a silent auction and a 50/50 raffle. Visit facebook.com/ PunksWithLunchLansing/ for more information.

AUG. 24-25 The Greater Lansing Balloon Festival, Lansing Join the annual Greater Lansing Balloon Festival at Hope Sports Complex at 5801 N. Aurelius Road in Lansing. Visit greaterlansingballoonfestival.com for more information.

AUG. 25 Food Truck Mash-up, Lansing The best food trucks throughout the state and beyond come together for one night only in this large-scale, outdoor community event. Visit facebook.com/ events/135541427291367/ for more information. ■

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MY COMMUNITY COMMON GROUND BRINGS CROWDS BACK FOR 19TH YEAR The Common Ground Music Festival rocked downtown Lansing for its 19th year at Adado Riverfront Park in July. The four-day festival brought fans to see country music star Kip Moore headline the Auto Value Stage, along with several Grammy-nominated and Grammy-winning artists throughout the music festival.

Other performers included Logik and NF, Hunter Hayes, Judah and the Lion, Halsey and Jessie Reyez, just to name a few. The event also featured 12 different food trucks. The weather cooperated throughout the event, and large crowds were reported by attendees on Saturday and Sunday.

Suffice to say, we’re looking forward to Common Ground 2019! ■

Kelsey Krieger, Kelly M and Ami Iceman Haueter Crowd enjoying Common Ground

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Halsey performs on the Auto Value Stage

Attendees Becca and Lauren at Bell's Cornhole game

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PROFESSIONAL GUIDE DR. SUSAN MAPLES

MOLLY CHAN

Dr. Susan Maples is a 30 year clinician who leads a total health practice dental care in Holt, MI. She is one of the Top 25 Women in U.S. dentistry and also one of the Top 8 Innovators in Dentistry. Dr. Susan is co-author of Blabber Mouth, 77 secrets only your mouth can tell you to live a Healthier, Happier, Sexier Life. Dr. Susan is the co-investigator for an award-winning study on detecting diabetes in the dental office.

Molly Chan morphed from a full-time litigator to part-time lawyer, and now acts as President and CEO of three area businesses, Alliance Payment Solutions, HEAT and JoyRide Pedal Tours. As the President and Chief Executive Officer, Chan sets the standard for all of her companies. Chan is a great visionary who sees the trends of the future often before they come to fruition.

Chan’s core values of excellence, trust and integrity permeates throughout each of the organizations. Chan has grown each of her companies by embracing the leadership role with a focus on delivering outstanding services and products and showing her staff and clients endless appreciation.

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Dr. Weinman obtained her osteopathic medical degree from Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine, Fort Lauderdale, Florida. She graduated from her Obstetric and Gynecological Surgery residency at McLaren Greater Lansing.

During residency, she was an adjunct medical school professor at MSU, teaching within both curriculums of OBGYN and OMM/OMT. Dr. Weinman currently holds national committee positions in ACOOG, AOA, and the NBOME. She participates several times annually with the National Board of Osteopathic Medicine, to write board questions with emphasis in Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Annie Wittenberg joined Mercantile Bank in 2010 and has worked in banking for 26 years. She enjoys her current role as a Treasury Sales Officer because it allows her to work directly with local businesses to bring those products and services that help them grow and prosper. She is also passionate about working with local youth by previously serving on the Advisory board for JA of Mid-Michigan, teaching JA classes, and participating in Teach a Child to Save Day. Through the years, she has also been involved with the United Way and Ronald McDonald House.

Wittenberg and her husband of 19 years have two sons, ages 13 and 17.

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