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From The Publisher Welcome to our spring issue of the magazine. This time of year is one of my favorites as winter loses its grip on us (even though this year it seemed as if winter only wanted to occasionally hold our hands), and we begin to see and enjoy the sun more as the daylight hours begin to expand. And to me at least, spring gives me a chance to think of the outdoors, the gardens and the new growth that is popping up all around us, and baseball season begins! It also lets me rethink my New Year’s resolutions and recommit to the goals and resolutions that I set at the first of the year. This has been a fun issue to put together, and one of the areas that we focused on is to help us all get out and about more this year. To plan and take trips and vacations to areas we have never been to. After all, it is the memories that we create together that we will remember long after the busy schedules of today is past. Check out our “Events Page”, it is more about getting away from our schedules and taking a day-trip to some of the exciting events and festivals that are all within a few hours of us. There is also information on some of the top family travel destinations within the United States. We live in such a great country and we should all make a conscious effort to experience it. Remember, people come from all over the world to experience what is in our backyard. Vacations can be planned to fit anyone’s schedule and budget, so let’s all get up and GO somewhere this year and have fun. There are also many articles that relate to spring-time. You can choose from gardening and tips for planting in cold weather, to spring produce and cooking, to spring cleaning our marriages and relationships, and many other topics. I’m sure there will be something for everyone. With the end of the school year approaching, we can reflect on all the successes of the past year as well as look to the future. Education has and will always be a great part of our lives, and this year has had some great highlights. The Cedar High School Girls soccer team winning their first State Championship is just one example, President Wyatt (we have a nice article from him in this issue) finishing his first year at the helm of SUU, and the construction of the new building at the Southwest Applied Technology Center’s campus is coming along great.
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Outdoor Living Explore Zion’s “Secret” Kolob Canyons Top U.S. Family Travel Destinations for 2015 8
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9th Annual Amazing Earthfest in Kanab –A Delightful Experience! 10 Victory Gardens Revisited 12 Tips for Planting Flowers and Gardens in Cold Weather 14 Spring Produce 16 Spring: A Time for Blossoms and Renewal 20 Spring Cleaning Your Marriage 21 Eat For Spring 22 Breathe Easy this Spring! 40
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By Maria Twitchell, Cedar City • Brian Head Tourism Bureau The next time you are traveling north on Interstate 15 towards Cedar City, be sure to take a moment to get off the highway at Exit #40 to explore Kolob Canyons. Kolob is the northern part of Zion National Park, yet even with its great location, the park remains a little known secret to most visitors to scenic southern Utah. While in Kolob, you’ll discover soaring cliffs of red Navajo sandstone that rise like a giant hand reaching for the sky and deep pocket canyons just waiting to be explored. The word Kolob means “star closest to heaven” and considering Kolob’s serene surroundings, it just might be. Must See & Do Hiking: Timber Creek, located at the Overlook Picnic Area at the end of the Kolob Scenic Byway, is the easiest trail in Kolob and is about one mile round trip offering views of the Kolob Terrace. Another popular hike is the Middle Fork of Taylor Creek. This is a moderately strenuous trail about five miles round trip that leads to a scenic double arch alcove. For those up for an all day hike, the world’s largest free standing arch is seven miles up the LaVerkin Creek trail. Picnics: Kolob is wildly popular for afternoon picnics especially in the springtime. A great area is located at the Overlook Picnic area with its incredible panoramic view of the finger canyons. Keep your camera ready because the light in the afternoons and near twilight is the best time to photograph Kolob. Scenic Drive: Kolob is one of the few national parks that can be experienced from the comfort of your own vehicle (but why would you want to limit yourself?). The short scenic drive is only 12 miles round trip. There are several pull-off points along the route with interpretive kiosks to learn more about the geology, flora and fauna. Trip Planner: Visitor Center: The Kolob Canyon Visitor Center entrance is open year round from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. every-day, with extended hours in the summer. Rangers are available to answer questions and issue back country permits. Fees/Season: Kolob Canyons-Zion National Park is open all year. A 7-day pass into the park is $25 and is also good for the main Zion Canyon. Elevation: 5,500 feet to 7,000 feet. More info: Kolob Canyons/Zion National Park Visitor Center, 435586-9548 or www.nps.gov/zion or www.scenicsouthernutah.com
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Top U.S. Family Travel Destinations for 2015
Detroit, MI Our country owes much thanks to Henry Ford, Berry Gordy, Dan Gilbert and the long list of entrepreneurs from the region who epitomize the American Dream. Must visit attractions include the Henry Ford Museum and Greenfield Village, the Motown Museum and a tour at Morley Candy Factory, home of Sanders Candy. Don’t miss the Giant Uniroyal Tire on I-94.
By Cedar City Magazine staff This is the year to rediscover America. A recent study found that many of us get into a vacation routine and go on vacation to places we have already visited. In fact, 85% of us will vacation in a place we have been to before. With so much to see and do in this great land, why don’t we step out of our comfort zone and check off a couple of places that are probably already on our bucket list. Here is a list some of the top family travel destinations for 2015 and beyond, where you can experience a heavy dose of culture, sports, food, history, fun, and one-of-a-kind experiences.
San Diego, CA This ultra family friendly city features 17 Balboa Park museums, the USS Midway Museum, Legoland, Sea World, San Diego Zoo and Safari Park, as well as some of our nation’s most beautiful beaches, parks and gardens.
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Cleveland, OH The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is a top five bucket list attraction. The Cleveland Museum of Art is also a “don’t miss” destination. Maybe it’s a day at Cedar PointThe Roller Coaster Capital of the World, or an evening at The Flats, an old industrial zone turned nightlife hub on the Cuyahoga River is more to your liking.
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Pittsburgh, PA Famous as the 19th Century Industrial Center, the Steel City is now recognized as one of America’s most livable cities and is the home of Pop Art, more bridges then we can count, three rivers, Heinz and Carnegie museums, and sports teams that are always on top of their game.
Portland, OR, is foodie heaven. We can think of a million reasons to go to Portland, and food is just one of them. From eclectic neighborhoods to the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area…. there is always something to do in Portland. Don’t miss the famous Japanese Garden, one of the largest and most beautiful of its kind outside of Japan, and the International Rose Gardens with over 550 varieties of roses on display. Times Square, NY New York City; epicenter of the arts, dining and shopping capital, you name it…New York City wears many crowns. It is truly the Crossroads of the World. Times Square and its Museum & Visitor Center along with a trip to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island are a must along with seeing a Broadway show. A visit to the National September 11 Memorial & Museum are a must see. Kids will love the M&M and Hershey’s superstores.
Washington, DC A visit to our nation’s capital should be on everyone’s bucket list. Plan on spending enough time to truly experience all that this great city has to offer. There is always something to see in Washington, DC, with its history, culture, art, sports, 19 Smithsonian museums and a zoo with pandas.
San Antonio, TX, is the new Austin. Escape the crowds of Austin, and head to San Antonio for incredible art exhibits, delicious Tex-Mex cuisine, and an American history lesson. After a tour of The Alamo and Fort Sam Houston, enjoy a leisurely stroll and lunch on the Riverwalk or take a trip to the famous Hill Country west of the city. Albuquerque, NM, is where it’s at. Don’t miss the International Balloon Fiesta, the world’s premier balloon event with over 700 hot air balloons and 1,000 pilots, or play a round or two at one of the many nationally-acclaimed golf courses. Maybe it’s a trip to the world’s longest aerial tram, the Sandi Peak Tramway, which travels over 2.7 miles, or a visit to the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center. Denver, CO, is just plain awesome. Take in a concert at Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre, which is basically the coolest, most magical place to see a concert, or a Colorado Rockies baseball game. Maybe a visit to the United States Mint is more to your liking, or time at the Denver Performing Arts Complex where you enjoy everything from the opera, to the ballet, the symphony and more.
Orlando, FL Disney World, Epcot Center, Sea World, Universal Studios, Legoland, Gatorland, and many other attractions are only a fraction of the dozens of Orlando fun spots that provide more theme park and fantastical family fun than any other city in the world.
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SPRING By Rich Csenge If you’re looking for a different kind of experience with the power to inspire and connect you with the natural world, Amazing Earthfest is it! Beginning Mother’s Day, May 10 in Kanab, and containing 60 events throughout the week, you’ll be treated to unforgettable transformative learning, discovery and artistic expression. This is southern Utah’s 9th annual festival celebrating land and life on the Colorado Plateau, and most events are free! Renowned contemporary landscape art, award-winning nature photography, and live music inspired by Utah’s National Parks are attractive features at Amazing Earthfest. This is not your ordinary run of the mill county fair. It’s a thought provoking, mission driven festival that includes arts, culture, entertainment, outdoor adventure and documentary film. Festival Founder and Director Rich Csenge says, “Our mission to spread love for the beauty of Utah’s Public Lands through our festival supports and renews our organization’s vision to promote good stewardship for the Colorado Plateau. Together we will inspire the crucial insight necessary for future generations to carry this message forward. Our collective impact will ensure that quality of life and quality of place in southern Utah is passed down to our children and grandchildren.” Science, ethics, astronomy, public lands management, backcountry exploration and sustainable living are hot topics at the 9th Amazing Earthfest. The festival opens Sunday, May 10th with “Invocation to Sustainability” at Angel’s Landing, a gorgeous sandstone alcove at Best Friends Animal Society. The special keynote speaker, Michael Mountain, former CEO and Co-Founder of Best Friends, will be addressing the topic of transitioning to sustainable lifestyles. The 9th Amazing Earthfest 2015 is collaborating with Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument to host the Monument’s first Artist in Residence in photography. Through a competitive process developed by the Bureau of Land Management, a couple from North Carolina, James and Jennifer Tarpley, www.visiophotography. com, has been awarded the honor of being the first ever GSENM AiR. The Tarpleys, who recently completed a residency at
Rocky Mountain National Park, will explore and document the magnificence of GSENM’s landscapes and share their creativity in a public presentation. Keeping its tradition of fine classical music, Earthfest will present a stunning exclusive performance by the Paradigm Trio, featuring chamber music by Beethoven, Brahms, Debussy, Mendelssohn, Paganini, Piazzolla and other great classical composers. Three stellar players include Linda Ghidossi-DeLuca, violin, Joel Rosenberg, viola, and Christopher Giles, piano. Visit Amazing Earthfest on Facebook for details on this and loads of other great events, or check out www.AmazingEarthfest.org to plan your trip to Kanab! Kanab embraces Jazz! On Saturday, May 16, the closing day of the 9th Amazing Earthfest, the professional Las Vegas based quintet, Jazzed5, will perform a live concert featuring original compositions celebrating Utah’s majestic National Parks, Forests, Monuments and Public Lands, as well as other well-loved jazz standards. Starting at 7:00 p.m. at Kanab High School Auditorium, this music will get you swinging and touch your spirit! In their latest CD, Color Country, Brian Booth and Kevin Stout’s compositions celebrate some of Utah’s best-loved landscapes: Grand Staircase, San Rafael Swell, Aquarius Plateau, Cataract Canyon, and more! http://jazzed5.com/ release/color-country/ During Amazing Earthfest, artists, collectors, community, and friends who love art will gather at the Maynard Dixon Studios and Bingham Gallery in Mt. Carmel, Utah. Meet and experience the creativity of some of America’s best western landscape artists. Over 30 well-known oil painters and watercolorists will be producing original works during the Maynard Dixon Campout, scheduled for Wednesday, May 13 through Saturday, May 16. For full details, visit www.Thunderbirdfoundation.org. For further information contact Festival Director Rich Csenge at 435-644-3735, or Email: jiw@gwi.net. Watch us on Facebook or visit www.AmazingEarthfest.org for updates about other festival events.
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VICTORY GARDENS Revisited A Great Idea Then and Now By The Cedar City Magazine staff & the Iron County Extension Office Most of us were not born, or too young to remember the War years of the last century and the many sacrifices that our fellow American’s went through. As we sit in our air conditioned homes, shop at incredible grocery stores and malls, use our computers and cell phones, and everything else that makes our lives so comfortable, it is hard to imagine how difficult life was for them. In fact, most of us probably have a hard time remembering the oil crisis’s and lines at the gas stations of the 1970’s. We think the line for gas at Costco is long. As part of the war effort in the 1940’s, the government rationed foods like sugar, butter, milk, cheese, eggs, coffee, meat and canned goods. Labor and transportation shortages made it hard to harvest and move fruits and vegetables to market. So, the government turned to its citizens and encouraged them to plant “Victory Gardens,” sometimes called “gardens for defense.” These gardens were also considered a civil “morale booster” in that gardeners could feel empowered by their contribution of labor and rewarded by the produce grown. Nearly 20 million Americans answered the call. They planted gardens in backyards, empty lots and even city rooftops. Neighbors pooled their resources, planted different kinds of foods and formed cooperatives, all in the name of patriotism. Magazines such as the Saturday Evening Post and Life, printed stories about victory gardens, and women’s magazines gave instructions on how to grow and preserve garden produce. Families were encouraged to can their own vegetables to save commercial canned goods for the troops. In 1943, families bought 315,000 pressure cookers (used in the process of canning), compared to 66,000 in 1942. The government and businesses urged people to make gardening a family and community effort. Fruit and vegetables harvested in these home and community plots were estimated to be 9-10 million tons, an amount equal to all commercial production of fresh vegetables at the time. Why grow a garden you might ask? The most common response is for the food, but along with better nutrition and economic savings, studies have shown that gardening can ease stress, keep you limber, and even improve your mood. On average, a garden can produce anywhere from $1000 to $1800 in fresh produce from an investment of only $100 in seeds. The results of a recent 50-year study of 43 common crops from broccoli, spinach and tomatoes to strawberries, sweet corn and melons, revealed that almost all of the nutrients such as calcium, phosphorus, iron, vitamin C and riboflavin in the commercial grown vegetables tested had fallen, some by as much as 20% when to compared to their homegrown counterparts. We have an incredible asset right here in Cedar City. The Iron 12 www.cedarcitymag.com
County Cooperative Extension program of Utah State University is located at 585 N. Main Street, Suite 5, and offers support and assistance for all your gardening needs. You can contact them at 435-586-8132 or at www.extension.usu.edu/ironmg. Our local Horticulture/Water-Wise Landscape Educator is Candace Schaible and she can be reached at Candace.schaible@usu.edu/.
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What was a Victory Garden? During World War II, Victory Gardens were planted by families in the United States (the Home Front) to help prevent a food shortage. Planting Victory Gardens helped make sure that there was enough food for our soldiers fighting around the world. Because canned vegetables were rationed, Victory Gardens also helped people stretch their ration coupons (the amount of certain foods they were allowed to buy at the store). Because trains and trucks had to be used to transport soldiers, vehicles, and weapons, most Americans ate local produce grown in their own communities. Many different types of vegetables were grown such as tomatoes, carrots, lettuce, beets, and peas. Victory Gardens were responsible for bringing Swiss chard and kohlrabi onto the American dinner table because they were easy to grow. At their peak, there were more than 20,000,000 Victory Gardens planted across the United States. By 1944, Victory Gardens were responsible for producing 40% of all vegetables grown in the United States. More than one million tons of vegetables were grown in Victory Gardens during the war. People with no yards planted small Victory Gardens in window boxes and watered them through their windows. Some city dwellers who lived in tall apartment buildings planted rooftop gardens and the whole building pitched in and helped. Many schools across the country planted Victory Gardens on their school grounds and used their produce in their school lunches. The U.S. government printed recipe books describing how to prepare home grown vegetables to make nutritional and tasty meals. Agricultural companies gave tips on how to make seedlings flourish in different climates. Excess food grown in Victory Gardens was canned and used during the winter months to help supplement the amount of food available. Growing Victory Gardens gave Americans on the Home Front a feeling that they were doing something helpful to win the war (and they were)! Learn more about the Home Front at www.nationalww2museum.org Victory Gardens in WWII
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Tips for Planting Flowers and Gardens in Cold Weather By Faith Heaton Jolley (reprinted with permission ksl.com) SALT LAKE CITY — Many trees and plants started blooming during Utah’s warmest February on record, and some residents may be wondering if it is a good time to start planting gardens and flowers. Experts say it depends on the plant type. Red Butte Garden Horticulture director, Marita Tyrolt, said there isn’t a “one-size-fits-all” answer for when Utahns should start planting a vegetable garden or flowers. According to the 2015 Old Farmer’s Almanac, it is typical to plant most vegetables outdoors from April to early June in the Salt Lake City area. Tyrolt said the best time for planting depends on the type of plant. Some plant species — peas, lettuce, radishes, pansies and onions — are considered cool-season annuals and can withstand colder temperatures. However, even with plants that withstand cool temperatures that can be planted in early spring or late fall, Tyrolt said gardeners must “harden” them first. “Hardening is the process of taking something from a greenhouse and acclimatizing it over a couple-week period to the outdoor conditions,” she said. “The problem is when somebody is taking something out of a greenhouse that is used to much warmer temperatures and then taking that and planting it into the ground. That can be quite a shock for the plant.” If you get a plant from a greenhouse or plant store, Tyrolt recommends keeping the plant indoors for about a week while moderately lowering the temperature or keeping the plant in a cooler greenhouse.
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Once you move the potted plant outside and plant it, Tyrolt recommends covering the plant with fabric or other material at nights or on particularly cold days when the weather drops below 40 degrees. After a few weeks of this process, the plant should be acclimatized and gardeners can stop covering it at nights. Tyrolt also recommended waiting to plant any warm-season annuals — like tomatoes, beans and corn — until later in the season when the outdoor temperatures are consistently warm. Plant seeds won’t be affected if the weather turns cold because they germinate when the temperature and conditions are conducive for growth, Tyrolt said. With some of the flowers and trees that have started to bloom this season, Tyrolt said if the weather drops below freezing, while the dramatic temperature change may kill some of the blossoms, the plant should be fine. “Sometimes a particular bloom will get frozen, but that doesn’t freeze out all of the buds,” she said. “When it gets warmer, the other buds should come out and bloom. With some of the bulbs, we’ve got some Dutch iris in the garden that are blooming and daffodils. Those plants evolved for changes in weather where you have warmer periods and periods of snow. So it shouldn’t hurt the plant itself, but it might disrupt some of the bloom.” However, Tyrolt said the safest tip for planting new plants is to watch the weather. “Keep a constant eye on the weather,” Tyrolt said. “Whenever you’re working with living things, there just is no way you can say, ‘OK, this is the prescription, go do it.’ Because there are just so many factors that figure into it.”
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Spring Produce By Emily Fonnesbeck
Spring is here! I love the warmer weather, flip flops, tulips, blossoming trees and especially‌spring produce! If I had to list my favorite fruits and vegetables, most of them would be on this list. Spring produce always seems so refreshing after a long cold winter. Here are some fruits and vegetables you will be see popping up in grocery stores and on produce stands. I have tried to give you tips on what to look for when purchasing them as well as how they can help you nutritionally. Apricots: Try to purchase these ripe or just underripe. If ripe, try to eat within a day or two or if they need to ripen, do so in the refrigerator. Fruit with a green tinge will not ripen properly so avoid those. Wash apricots just before eating to preserve quality. Apricots are good sources of vitamin A and vitamin C for immune function and maintaining healthy cells and tissues. Artichokes: Most people are familiar with artichoke hearts, usually canned in brine or marinated, but the petals of the artichoke are edible and tasty as well. The best preparation is usually to trim the sharp petals and then steam it. Once cooked, the petals can be torn off and run along your teeth to remove the “fleshâ€?. Beneath the petals is the artichoke heart, which is delicately nutty and tender. Artichokes are very high in vitamin C for immune function, folate for reducing heart disease and cancer risk 16 www.cedarcitymag.com
and fiber for digestive health. Arugula: Arugula should be fresh, crisp and free of brown spots. Ideally it should be eaten immediately but kept no longer than two days. Arugula has a spicy flavor similar to spinach. It is high in vitamin A, which is helpful in immune function and in maintaining healthy skin, eye and bone tissue. Asparagus: There are two varieties of asparagus, white or green. White is kept out of sunlight, otherwise the stalks would turn green. Both are excellent sources of vitamin C for immune function, folate for reducing heart disease and cancer risk, and glutathione, which is a powerful antioxidant to promote health. Look for asparagus that is firm and dry. The ends are tough and may need to be trimmed before cooking. Use within a day or two after purchase. Avocado: Avocado is a fruit! It is different than most fruits as it is very high in fat and calories. The fat is monounsaturated, making it a healthy choice. Monounsaturated fats will lower total cholesterol while raising HDL (or good) cholesterol. Avocado is also high in fiber and vitamin E. Pick those that are unblemished, heavy and slightly soft. Berries: All berries contain a generous amount of vitamin C. Most are a good source of fiber as well due to the skin and seeds. Berries are best used immediately as
they spoil quickly. Their deep colors indicate high levels of antioxidants and vitamins and minerals. They are also lower in calories--1 cup is 50-60 calories; the same calories in a 1/2 cup portion for other fruits. Look for fruit with uniform color, un-bruised and firm. Carrots: Carrots should be firm and brightly colored. Carrots can keep in a refrigerator up to a month, making them a great vegetable to always have on hand. As most people know, carrots are high in vitamin A, which will aid in immune function and maintain healthy bone, skin and eye tissues. Cherries: Cherries can either be sweet or sour. The sour cherries are higher in vitamin C and vitamin A (and other powerful antioxidants!) than the sweet varieties. All cherries contain terpenes, which are antioxidants to help prevent cancer. Choose cherries that are firm, bright or shiny. Soft or shriveled cherries are a sign of poor storage condition or old age (and decreased nutrition). Store covered in refrigerator up to one week. Kiwi: Kiwi should be plump and slightly soft. It can be stored up to two weeks in the refrigerator but will ripen more quickly on a countertop. Kiwis are high in vitamin C and fiber, especially if you eat the skin. It is edible! Spinach: Look for spinach leaves that are crisp and bright dark green. Flat leaf
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About the Author Emily is a Registered Dietitian and received her degree at Brigham Young University. She is a member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and belongs to the Vegetarian Practice Group, and the Weight Management and Sports, Cardiovascular, and Wellness Nutrition practice groups. She has a Certificate in Adult Weight Management and is a Certified LEAP Therapist.
spinach is more common due to its milder flavor. Spinach is high in vitamin A, vitamin C and folate. Although it is high in calcium, the absorption is poor due to oxalates that block absorption.
Enjoy eating these fruits and vegetables this spring! If there are any on this list you haven’t tried, don’t be shy! You might just find a new favorite.
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National Food Holidays You Can Celebrate! April National BLT Sandwich Month National Grilled Cheese Month National Soft Pretzel Month National Garlic Month April 2: National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day April 4: National Cordon Bleu Day April 12: Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day April 17: National Cheeseball Day April 18: Animal Crackers Birthday April 27: National Prime Rib Day
May National Barbecue Month National Egg Month National Salad Month National Strawberry Month May 4: National Orange Juice Day May 15: National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day May 10: National Shrimp Day May 17: National Cherry Cobbler Day May 28: National Hamburger Day May 31: National Macaroon Day http://www.thenibble.com 18 www.cedarcitymag.com
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Reasons You Should Really Learn to Cook By Jacque Wilson, CNN reprinted with permission
W hen clients ask nutritionist Joy McCarthy for one easy diet change, her answer is always the same, “Start cooking your own food.” “It’s completely transforming,” says McCarthy, author of “Joyous Health: Eat and Live Well Without Dieting.” “I often tell people, ‘Do you want to feel better? Do you want to have more energy?’ Because great health starts in the kitchen.” Trust me, as a frequent restaurant patron, I feel your pain. But nearly every nutritionist I’ve spoken to has echoed McCarthy’s sentiment. Celebrity nutritionist Kimberly Snyder says, “There are so many reasons...,” before launching into a long list. Here are the four big ones: You’ll make better choices Vegetables look much more appetizing when you’re standing in the middle of the farmer’s market than when you’re staring at a fast-food menu. Instead of being led by hunger — and glossy hamburger photos — you’ll choose more often what’s best for your body. “That step of picking up your own food will cut out more and more processed foods,” Snyder says. And healthier choices at the grocery store lead to healthier meals at home. People who cooked meals at home at least six days a week consumed fewer calories than those who frequently ate out, a study published recently in the journal Public Health Nutrition found. “When people cook most of their meals at home, they consume fewer carbohydrates, less sugar and less fat than those who cook less or not at all,” study author Julia Wolfson told the Johns Hopkins Center for a Livable Future. You’ll eliminate the guessing game Unless you’re BFFs with the chef, you probably have no idea what’s actually in that restaurant meal you’re eating. Do they use olive oil or vegetable oil to cook the meat? Is there added sugar in the sauce? What about
food coloring? Is the spinach organic or covered in pesticides? How much salt is in that soup? Cooking at home eliminates the guesswork. It also eliminates the chance that your food will contain an allergen or ingredient that could make you sick. Think about it this way, McCarthy says, “You’re not going to go to a gas station that doesn’t label its pumps, and put diesel into a car that takes premium gasoline. But humans do that all the time. We put the wrong fuel in all the time.” You’ll eat more mindfully Eating has become just another chore on many people’s to-do lists, Snyder says. “Get your shoes shined, pick up the dry cleaning, order food.” Cooking opens your eyes to not just what’s in your food but also how you eat it. After all, who makes a six-layer lasagna from scratch and then eats it while zoned out in front of the TV? Eating mindfully means you savor each bite and recognize when you’re full — both of which aid digestion, Snyder says. Sitting down to regular meals with friends or family can also help improve your relationships. “Cooking brings you back to a nurturing home space. It creates an environment that’s supportive and helps you fight stress,” Snyder says. You’ll find it’s easier than you think “If you can read, you can cook,” McCarthy says. “I don’t think you need talent because there are so many amazing cookbooks out there.” Start simply with a breakfast smoothie or one dinner a week. Then build up your repertoire. Though you may dream of mimicking your favorite “Top Chef ” techniques, grilling a few chicken breasts and steaming broccoli is fast and nutritious. “The simplest foods are the healthiest,” Snyder says.
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Spring a time for Blossoms and Renewal By Brigit Atkin I am often asked by my clients to help them maintain the feelings of clarity and light-heartedness that result from an energy healing session. I usually respond by giving them some “homework” (according to their needs). Some examples: keep a gratitude journal, perform small acts of kindness, make time each day for reading, or go outside and enjoy flowers and sunshine. These simple yet effective habits keep them renewed, hopeful, and recharged. This concept of self-renewal was first presented to me years ago while working in the banking industry. A motivational speaker came to provide a leadership seminar, and instructed us to close our eyes and imagine that each of us was a beautiful reservoir. He helped us envision ourselves giving water to those in need, giving to the point that we ran dry. Once we were depleted, there was nothing left to give. He then explained that in order for us to keep giving, just like the reservoir, we must be replenished. We accomplish this by doing the things that recharge and renew our energy. This exercise in imagery had a lasting effect on me, and I often refer to it when I feel overwhelmed or frustrated. Just as a chair needs all four legs to remain stable and useful, we too have four components we must maintain for balance: Brain, Body, Heart, Spirit. That’s four different areas we need to care for so we can function at our highest level, serve others, and enjoy this journey of life. Brain This is where we have the capacity to imagine, invent, learn, and reason. It’s obvious why we need to keep this part of ourselves sharp and refreshed. One of my favorite comic strips, created by The Far Side’s Gary Larson, portrays a picture of a dog balancing on his hind legs on a tightrope. In his mind he is thinking: “Oh no, I am an old dog, and this is a new trick.” Unlike the dog in the comic, we are never too old to learn, whether it occurs in a college class, a ceramics shop, or the local library. Sometimes we need “new tricks”, creative ideas, or fresh perspectives. Body Keeping the body renewed is probably the one with which we are most familiar. There are endless studies proving the importance of exercise, adequate rest, and proper nutrition. Even just 20 minutes of walking can do wonders for the chemistry and balance to the body systems. Developing a consistent bedtime routine also strengthens the body’s natural rhythms, allowing the body to rejuvenate itself. And we all know the old saying about an apple a day keeping the doctor away. Heart Our hearts are probably the most fragile parts of our being. This is where the 20 www.cedarcitymag.com
effects of our closest relationships dwell, and sometimes that is painful. We renew our hearts by being kind, compassionate, giving and receiving love, and by extending forgiveness – whether it’s to ourselves, or our loved ones. We refrain from harsh judgments and backbiting, and we commit to keeping the promises we make. Spirit About the Author Last, but not least, we replenish our Brigit Atkin – Brigit of Brightworks uses alternative spirits. Read an inspirational book, say a healing methods to help prayer, write in a journal. Perform small improve the lives of others acts of service -- hold the door open for facing challenges and someone, give a sincere compliment, or let difficulties. She is certified the person behind you in the grocery line in SimplyHealedTM method and was trained by founder go ahead of you. It’s surprising how good Carolyn Cooper herself. For these seemingly small deeds can feel, as more information, visit the ripple effects of these acts encompass www.brightworksbybrigit.com so many people. Another great way to recharge the battery of the soul is to go outside and walk barefoot in the grass or sand. This literal connection to earth is renewing in the following ways: it stimulates reflex points, decreases depression, and forces us to connect with nature all around. Just try it – it feels pretty good. Also, incorporate sitting down for five minutes a day to just breathe. Let the mind go, and focus on slow, full, even breaths. This reduces stress and anxiety, and is rejuvenating to body and spirit. Life throws many curveballs, and you need to take care of yourself so you can care for others. Make sure that all four legs of your life chair are strong, sturdy, and balanced. Your homework for the day – say something nice to your neighbor, kiss your sweetheart, forgive yourself and your friends for not being perfect, then go outside barefoot and smell the flowers.
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Spring Cleaning Your Marriage By Chad Olson, LMFT When I was growing up, I knew that every spring at the Olson household we would have a major cleaning session. It was time to dejunk, get organized and deep clean for the coming year because the house and yard tended to get neglected during the long winter. As I reflect upon those “spring cleanings,” it was not an event I really looked forward to; in fact, I dreaded all the work. Yet, if I am honest with myself – there was something satisfying about working hard to get organized and make things look good again. These experiences have always reminded me that spring is a wonderful time of year because it’s symbolic of new life and rejuvenation. Because of this, spring can be an excellent opportunity to reflect on one of the most important relationships people experience during this life –their marriage. Because of “long winters” that occur at various times in marriage, there is value in taking time with your spouse to do a marital spring cleaning. Sometimes when my parents asked me to complete a big project during spring cleaning, it seemed overwhelming and I didn’t even know where to start. My parents would then help break down the bigger picture into smaller parts which made it possible for me to eventually complete the whole task. If you feel overwhelmed by the prospect of analyzing your whole marriage, consider the following suggestions to start the cleaning. You may even want to share with your spouse these ideas or ideas of your own that would be helpful for your own personal marital spring cleaning. First, I would suggest that you take some time as a couple to look through your wedding album or watch your wedding video. As couples reflect upon their wedding, they start to remember the reasons why they decided to get married in the first place. They can think about everything they did in their dating and courtship that made their relationship strong! Relationships are governed by laws and it will come as no surprise that couples who spend time together talking and doing fun things together are more attracted to each other. On the other hand, that same law states that for couples who neglect doing the fun things they did during dating and courtship, their relationship gets stale and mundane. I realize that life gets busier after the wedding with careers, children, and challenges, yet couples who want to keep their relationship fresh will make time to do the things that made them fall in love with each other in the first place! So, get that photo album out and remind yourselves of that deep attraction you once had! The next suggestion is to improve the friendship with your spouse. Research from the Gallup Organization indicates that a couple’s friendship could account for 70% of overall marital satisfaction. In fact, the emotional intimacy that a married couple shares is five times more important than their physical intimacy. This research is in line with other research studies asking happily married couples who have been together for over thirty years what they attribute their marital happiness to. The number one response was their friendship. It seems simple, but friendships require time and effort. So what makes a good friend? Simple qualities such as thoughtfulness and showing appreciation are a good start. Try to remember the little
things throughout the day that your spouse is involved with and ask how they went. Make birthdays, anniversaries and About the Author holidays special by doing little things that Chad Olson, LMFT, is remind your spouse they are your best the Clinical Director of friend. A true friend is loyal, fiercely loyal! the St. George Center for A genuine friendship is also based on Couples & Families, principles of reciprocity – wherein both www.stgeorgefamilies.com. spouses are contributing and the result is mutually beneficial. Consider the following quote from a well-respected ecclesiastical leader, Marlin K. Jensen: “Friendship is … a vital and wonderful part of courtship and marriage. A relationship between a man and a woman that begins with friendship and then ripens into romance and eventually marriage will usually become an enduring, eternal friendship. Nothing is more inspiring in today’s world of easily dissolved marriages than to observe a husband and wife quietly appreciating and enjoying each other’s friendship year in and year out as they experience together the blessings and trials of mortality.” Remember that even though spring cleaning can seem a little daunting, it can be very satisfying as well! So, let’s get cleaning!
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EAT FOR SPRING By Dr. Coleen Andruss
Welcome spring! For me, I know spring has truly sprung when the grass turns green and the leaves start to return on our trees, however, one of the most exciting things about spring is the wonderful foods that come with it! What does this season of spring bring to us NUTRITIONALLY? When the Farmer’s Market becomes more colorful, I know that spring is here! Eating the foods in their season can be very beneficial because that is when you not only get the most flavor, but one also gets the most nutritional value. Changes in growing conditions from season to season are essential for balancing Earth’s resources, but is also essential to the balance in our body. With the way our foods in the grocery stores are being manufactured, one sometimes forgets about seasonal eating because most foods can be preserved and processed in a way that our fruit and vegetable sections don’t look significantly different from season to season. Our ancestors ate seasonally because there was no other choice – they ate what was available at the time. Fresh greens in the spring, ripened fruit in the summer, root vegetables in the fall and animal food throughout the winter. So, lets rev up the fresh fruits and vegetables! 22 www.cedarcitymag.com
What is meant by CLEAN EATING? Clean eating means simple unprocessed non-packaged foods. Clean eating is smart eating. There is no magic. No one ever got healthier from eating packaged, processed, and/or preserved foods. No one ever got healthier from eating in restaurants or by eating fast foods. No one ever got healthier gorging themselves with garbage foods. Our ancestors years and years ago did not have a problem with overeating because availability was an issue. They did not have chips and cookies and desserts. Clean eating is a LIFESTYLE! It is not about deprivation, but rather it is about taking a step back and taking a few seconds to think about what goes in your mouth, and therefore, your body. Spring is a great time to eat clean and focus on those good fruits and vegetables that provide us with essential nutrients and boost metabolism. Lean sources of complete proteins (chicken, fish, salmon, tuna, egg whites) prepared simply without the “extras” forces our body to pump out lipase which makes the body rely on fat as its primary fuel source. It also decreases the production of insulin which promotes belly fat. Essential Fatty Acids such as olive oil and avocado fats accelerate fat burning by our cells. Water helps
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Dr. Andruss practiced as an Internist for ten years before specializing in weight management and healthy lifestyles, which she has done for almost twenty years. What makes her unique is that she has been overweight herself. She also hires staff who have had weight issues, understanding that this is important in being compassionate to patients in the Healthy Lifestyles’ program. Having a background in internal medicine also makes her unique in that she can look at underlying medical problems and use her expertise in formulating individual plans that work. Dr. Andruss has a passion for what she does and it shows in her patient care.
the body assimilate our macronutrients (protein, fat and carbohydrate) and also helps to flush out toxins and stored fat. What does this season of Spring bring to us PHYSICALLY? Spring is the time to enjoy the outdoors! Physical activity is one of the few things in life that is free. No charge is needed to go out for a walk or go on a hike or go play ball with your kids or grandkids. Get the entire family involved! One does not have to be at a gym three hours five times a week to become physically fit, although it can be an option or desire for some. Let’s fire up that lazy metabolism! Combine cardiovascular aerobic exercise for heart health and calorie burning with mild lifting of weights for toning, maintaining, and building muscle mass which is essential as one ages. WELCOME SPRINGTIME! ‘TIS THE SEASON TO BECOME HEALTHY – NUTRITIONALLY AND PHYSICALLY!!
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Photos, left to right: The Adams Shakespearean Theatre Courtyard; and Kymberly Mellen (left) and Max Robinson in A Midsummer Night’s Dream, 2011.
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… To everyone who has come into our new Cedar City store this past year we want to say, “Thank You!” Dave Thomas, Boulevard’s Cedar City Store Manager.
Boulevard Home Furnishings
Celebrating Its 1st Anniversary By Randy Lovell This year Boulevard Home Furnishings has been celebrating 40 years of serving the communities and people in Southern Utah, Nevada and Arizona, and the 1st anniversary of its new store in Cedar City. When Boulevard Home Furnishings first opened its doors in October of 1974, with a store of about 8,000 sq. ft. on St. George Blvd., it was a logical step for Lester Wittwer and his family. After all, he was always looking to the future and looking for innovative ways to make things better; better for his family, better for his customers, and better for all those around him. For example: • He brought the first tractor to Santa Clara in 1948, and introduced a new era in farming to this small community. It provided the opportunity to expand his fruit and vegetable business, and it created more convenience and efficiency for his family and himself. • In 1955, he put in the first refrigerated air conditioned motel rooms in Southern Utah (no more swamp coolers), for his
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guests at the Wittwer Motor Lodge and also provided them with a beautiful heated swimming pool. • And in 1987, he introduced “tilt-up” construction technology to Southern Utah as Boulevard Home Furnishing’s first warehouse was constructed with this technique. This forward thinking approach to business has continued with new stores in St. George, Mesquite, and Cedar City, with an expanded new warehouse to support them. The Cedar City store is their newest store and was opened in 2014. It is as unique as it is beautiful, and was designed to complement and reflect the history and flavor of the community. From the “Shakespeare” theater to the train and the mountain lodging,
they have truly captured the look and feel that makes Cedar great. You will not be disappointed. Even though styles of dress, vehicles and home furnishings have changed since those days in the early 1970’s, the Boulevard’s culture of providing the best quality products and services at the best price continues today. Making shopping a fun, enjoyable and rewarding experience has always been a part of the experience. Their guests know that there will be special sales and rewards for shopping at the Boulevard, including free gifts, drawings, and many extra services. The Cedar City store has enjoyed a lot of success in its first year and store
manager, Dave Thomas, attributes that to the acceptance and support of the local community. He says that they are pleased to welcome new customers almost every day.
For over 40 years, the Boulevard has built their business on providing the “BEST VALUE!” to their customers. That means you may not always get the “lowest price” . . . but you will get the best professional and friendly service in the area, along with the largest selection and prompt and polite local delivery. Sometimes people think that getting the best deal is as simple as finding what you want at the lowest price. This is not necessarily so. Have you ever asked yourself about the quality of the product you are purchasing, or the selection you have to shop from? Is there anyone to help educate you on the product benefits or features, or are you left on your own to figure it out? Does the purchase include delivery, or have a warranty and what does it cover? Can you finance your purchase? Does the business offer service after the sale? It takes all of these things coming together to provide true “value” to your purchase. One of the Boulevard’s core values is that of “Community Contribution.” From the humble beginnings of donating 14
VCRs to schools in Washington, Iron and Kane County School Districts in 1989, the Boulevard has since donated over $700,000 worth of electronics and other needed
items to our schools in the last 25 years. These donations have allowed them to not only give back to the community, but to also help build and strengthen the future of our communities through increasing the educational prospects of our youth. The family traditions of hard work and the importance of great service, learned by the Wittwer boys from their father Lester in the orchards and farms of Santa Clara, are now being passed on to the third generation. The phrases, “the key to our success is to take care of our guests”, and “you need to cultivate to harvest”, has been ingrained into the culture at the Boulevard, and has allowed the family businesses to expand and grow with our area over the years. Boulevard Home Furnishings has mastered the simple principle that caring for each customer and their needs will help create life-long friends and customers. If you haven’t been into the new Boulevard Home Furnishings store, please go and see the beautiful furnishings they have available, get to know their wonderful staff, and enjoy the Boulevard Experience!
We have enjoyed hearing your many complimentary words. Here are just a few phrases we’ve heard over and over: “We are very happy that we now have a local Boulevard store to go to -- and it’s SO NICE!” . . . “We love the large selection of home furnishings!” . . . “What a beautiful and BIG store!” . . . “WOW!” Dave Thomas, Boulevard’s Cedar City Store Manager
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Scott L Wyatt President, Southern Utah University Scott L Wyatt, SUU’s 16th President, comes to campus from his former post as President of Snow College, where he served for six years. Prior to his appointment as president of Snow College, Wyatt was a partner in the Logan law firm Daines & Wyatt, LLP. He served in the Utah legislature and also served on the board of trustees for Snow College and Utah State University. He has taught political science, ethics and education law courses. President Wyatt holds a BS in Philosophy and Economics from Utah State University and a JD from the University of Utah.
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SUU By Scott L Wyatt, President, Southern Utah University My brother Gary works at a state university in Kansas. Until just recently he was the Associate Dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at his university. He told me he thought about asking to change the name of his college due to confusion about the term “liberal.” The word, like many in the English language, has multiple meanings. To some, the word has an immediate political connotation—positive or negative. To others, it first implies a disregard of traditional values. However, when used in the context of the term “liberal arts” or “liberal education,” neither of these definitions applies. The American Association of Colleges and Universities defines a liberal education as, “An approach to college learning that . . . emphasizes broad knowledge of the wider world (e.g., science, culture, and society) as well as in-depth achievement in a specific field of interest. It helps students develop a sense of social responsibility; strong intellectual and practical skills that span all major fields of study, such as communication, analytical, and problemsolving skills; and the demonstrated ability to apply knowledge and skills in real-world settings.” A liberal education is uniquely American. It is one reason so many international students travel to the United States for our university experience. A liberal education has two components. First, a “broad knowledge of the wider world” (sometimes referred to as general education) and, second, an “indepth achievement in a specific field of interest” (sometimes called a major). A liberal education can be in engineering, accounting, nursing, business, education, English literature or history. Most people entering the workforce today can expect to change jobs several times during their working years. I have had several different jobs so far in my life and the liberal education I received at a university prepared me for all of them. Most employers want to hire graduates with a liberal education. According to a 2013 survey conducted by Hart Research Associates on behalf of the American Association of Colleges and Universities, 74 percent of employers would recommend this liberal educational approach to collegebound students. (For a full report on the survey and its complete findings, see www.aacu.org/leap.) A couple years ago I was visiting with the human resource manager of a mining operation. I asked him how we could best prepare students to work for him. He told me to make sure we taught them a variety of technical skills. But he was most interested in them studying chemistry, literature (so they could read complex manuals), problem solving and communication. At another mining operation the shop manager asked me to make sure we taught analysis, critical thinking and leadership skills. He said every employee of his is a potential manager and he wanted him or her to be prepared to lead. What these employers were describing is a liberal education. The Collegiate Employment Research Institution at Michigan State University, run by Dr. Phil Gardner, focuses on university students entering the workforce. Based on his research over several years, he has this advice for university students. “There are really only two choices for graduates who want a lot of options: to be a technically savvy liberal arts graduate or a liberally educated technical graduate.” I like that. It is the kind of preparation for life and a career we hope our students at Southern Utah University achieve.
SUU Krysten Reynolds
Teacher, Coach and Role Model By SUU Alumni Association
Pretty much everyone knows that Cedar City has experienced some wild weather this winter, but not everyone knows about the continual, dizzying whirlwind that spins seemingly non-stop, although in control, through town in the person of Krysten Reynolds: wife, mother, teacher, church volunteer, coach, and all-around go-getter. Krysten’s primary job is teaching fourth grade at Three Peak Elementary School, an endeavor that, as any teacher can attest, is greater than a 40-hour per week commitment. On top of that, she also puts in more than 30 hours per week coaching the award-winning drill team at Canyon View High School, and is an award winner herself for her extraordinary dedication to that pursuit. Her labors, it seems, have paid off: In February, the Talons drill team took home the 2015 overall national championship by blowing away all comers in the Jazz, Military, Kick, and Pom competitions in Las Vegas. That honor is added to CVHS’s 2011 3A state crown. For her part, Krysten has twice taken home 3A Coach of the Year honors, including this year, and Utah State Coach of the Year honors in 2011. She also has put in five years as a board member of the Utah Dance and
Drill Team Association, as well as two years as vice president of the group. In addition to holding down the home front with husband Whitney and daughters Reagyn (5) and Taytum (2), Krysten keeps up with lesson plans and homework grading outside of her Three Peaks classroom, and joins her drill squad for daily practice sessions that run from 5:45 to 7:30 a.m., plus two hours per night two or three times per week. That’s not to mention the many competitions and performances throughout the year, including those at football and basketball games. She is quick to credit her husband Whitney for helping out with her hectic schedule by picking up whatever slack there may be. The couple met at Southern Utah University, where Whitney, from Gunnison, Utah, was preparing for his career as a physical therapist at Kolob Regional Care and Rehabilitation. Still, all of this work makes for a daunting schedule. How does she do it? “I have no idea,” she says, and is perplexed when presented with the idea that her activities seem overwhelming. “I just do it,” she says, while admitting that she’s learned the fine art of time management, and is an experienced juggler.
Much of her success comes from her genuine love of dance and her dedication to her students, a good number of which go on to careers in dance and education themselves. She sees herself as part of a long and true string of individuals committed to teaching not only dance, but also providing the basics of dedication, teamwork, and of course, time management. Krysten’s core principles, her work ethic and her drive to excel were instilled in her by her prep coach, Ava Chamberlain, who guided the Rammette drill team at Parowan High School. At SUU, her exemplars were dance teachers Shauna Mendini and Kay Andersen (’84), who taught her to love dance, and, she says, that “dance is not merely the physical, but the emotional as well.” She is resolute in her desire to pass these philosophies on to her students. Those students are justified in looking to Krysten as a role model, also. She has worked hard all of her life. In addition to her degree in elementary education, with a minor in dance, earned in 2002, Krysten was awarded a Master’s Degree in education from SUU in 2012, while juggling all of her other duties as she spun rapidly though town, just as she does today.
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The William R. Palmer and Howard R. Driggs Collections at Southern Utah University By Paula Mitchell, Assistant Professor of Library Media If your research interests begin in a time when trails crossed the vast American West or, on the other hand, if your family’s migration trail ended in south western Utah, there is a place right here in Cedar City that warrants your investigation. Special Collections on the campus of Southern Utah University (SUU) located on the Garden level in the Gerald R. Sherratt Library. The Sherratt Library Special Collections Department celebrated fifty years in 2013. Its mission is to collect, preserve, and provide access to unique and often rare materials for historical research. As the regional archival repository for southern Utah, as well as the university’s institutional archives, it contains a wide variety of historical manuscripts, photo-images, maps, artifacts, newspapers, and microfilms of government records from five counties. SUU’s Special Collections has focused, in part, on the Paiute Indians and the community development of southern Utah. This focus began in 1963 with the acquisition of the papers of the local historian and volunteer state archivist William R. Palmer, although Palmer himself had much broader interests. He documented the growth of villages and cities and the lives of Utah pioneers who crossed the American continent; Palmer participated himself in LDS 28 www.cedarcitymag.com
missionary work in Indian Territory and studied his own family roots in Wales and England. For more than fifty years, thousands of researchers have used Palmer’s Collection photographs and have quoted Palmer’s stories, articles, and speeches. During the early 1940’s and 1950’s, he delivered radio programs on the local station, KSUB, where he shared biographical sketches of “Men You Should Know” and later, “Forgotten Chapters of History.” The topics of these programs ranged from grazing grants and fence watching to pioneer postal problems and iron mining. Recordings of the “Forgotten Chapters of History” are accessible digitally through the Special Collections Digital Library. Dr. Howard R. Driggs had similar interests to Palmer; the two were lifelong colleagues, dating from the time that Driggs taught in Cedar City at the turn of the twentieth century. The Sherratt Library acquired Drigg’s papers from his estate in 2004. Driggs educational pursuits took him to New York City, where he earned a doctorate and became a professor of English education. He also had a parallel career as a researcher, author, and advocate, and as a national leader in preserving America’s trails. He wrote and edited books for school children about traders, explorers, freighters, pioneers,
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miners, and rangers in World Book’s Pioneer Life series. Driggs associates and coauthors included the ox-team pioneer Ezra Meeker and the pioneer artist and photographer William Henry Jackson, as well as handcart pioneers, Pony Express riders, and trails experts. Although there are more than two hundred collections in the archives at SUU, the Driggs and Palmer Collections form the foundation of the materials pertaining to historic trails and the settlement of the West. What unique materials can be studied in these collections? First, many stories and articles (some of them unpublished) about education and literature, the teaching of religious principles, and local, state, and national history – not to mention Native American legends. Second, photographs, sketches, paintings, artifacts, memorabilia, commemorative coins, and souvenirs that celebrate the Old West. Third, early southern Utah church records, oral histories, and other documents about the national parks, the ledgers of the Deseret Iron Mining Company, and documents by and about Native Americans. Fourth, seventy years of correspondence between Palmer and Driggs and their business associates, historians, historical societies in many states and LDS church leaders. The Sherratt Library’s Special Collections is open for research Monday through Friday from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m., or by appointment by calling 435-586-7945. Sherratt Library website is www.li.suu.edu.
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SUU Massive Upgrade to SUU Weight Room Thanks to Upper Limit Aviation “You notice it as soon as you walk into the room,” stated SUU Head Football Coach Ed Lamb, “and so do our recruits.” Lamb continued, “Aesthetically it looks great! From a recruiting perspective we have really taken a step up because this has a shock value when you walk in. It is higher quality and more modern.” A recent gift by Upper Limit Aviation made it possible for an entire renovation of the SUU athletics weight room. The equipment purchased with the donated money is not just newer; it is so much more efficient in every way. “This is at least five times more efficient than our old equipment,” stated Coach Lamb. “Each one of these new self-contained stations now has the capability to add seven variation attachments, allowing up to six athletes to push through a high intensity workout simultaneously.” Coach Lamb is extremely pleased with how this donation has made it possible to increase the capability of providing additional workout opportunities for athletes without requiring a larger room. “This is a big development because we have alleviated some space problems with this new equipment,” said Lamb. “It’s better steel, it’s stronger, safer and better in every way.” SUU Director of Athletics, Ken Beazer, is excited about how this new equipment can help all of the University’s student athletes. “This is cutting edge technology. Our strength and conditioning coaches have already put this to use to further enhance the development of our athletes.” Beazer continued, “Upper Limit’s gift has made it possible for our program to take a step up. We are so grateful.” More than 300 student athletes use the weight room and can take advantage of this new technology, as can the University’s faculty and staff who have an hour each day to work out in the room. A secondary, but extremely valuable benefit of the donation is that the new equipment has made some space available in the weight room for a nutritional supplement area. Student athletes can now complete a workout and immediately begin with refueling to gain the maximum benefit from the weight lifting. “This (nutrition station) is a standard Division I practice that we haven’t been keeping up with,” said Coach Lamb. “There is a ten minute window of time to begin reloading carbohydrates and protein after a workout. After that, the body just begins to digest itself. This allows us to take it up another step. It is a huge part of the right kind of workout.” 30 www.cedarcitymag.com
The new equipment not only affords new space for nutrition, it has helped to bring forward other local businesses willing to help the department with the development of the athletes. Strength Coach Jeff Butler said, “We are getting donations and discounts on nutrition items that really help us take care of our athletes. We use this new station as an incentive for our athletes by offering it to them only after they complete a workout.” Chartwells Food Service has provided a TV monitor to show the daily meals for the athletes so coaches can talk about a nutritional plan that will be most beneficial for athlete development. Lin’s, Smiths and Walmart all assist in making items available for the nutritional supplement center. Butler said, “It really does help us to get discounts when you talk about the volume of product we use. For example, we go through some 200 pounds of bananas each week.” Butler continued, “We are seeing tremendous gains in both strength and weight gain with this equipment and nutrition enhancement.”
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Begins with Preparation By J. David Westwood Often times when people talk about estate planning, the focus is upon events that transpire after death and ensuring that the proper will or trust documents are in place to protect the individual and the individual’s family; however, there are two documents that are only effective while the individual is alive and are essential components to a well thought out estate plan: 1) Durable Power of Attorney; and 2) Advance Health Care Directive. Durable Power of Attorney – A power of attorney is a legal document that gives someone you trust the legal authority to make decisions for you if you are unable to make them for yourself. A “durable” power of attorney simply means that the document will stay in effect and continue to be legally binding in the event you become mentally incapacitated. In most instances, the durable power of attorney will be drafted to ensure that another individual will only have the legal authority to make decisions for you once a doctor has made an official determination that you are mentally incapable of caring for yourself and managing your financial
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affairs. Upon a determination of mental incapacitation by your doctor, your trusted agent will be able to step into your shoes and conduct any financial transaction on your behalf. The durable power of attorney is unique in that the hope is one will never have to actually use the document; however, in the event of the onset of dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, the power of attorney About the Author J. David Westwood is the is a critical document in order to avoid owner of Westwood Law, court proceedings in the appointment of P.C. Mr. Westwood formed a guardian over the mentally incapacitated Westwood Law, P.C. with the individual. vision of providing superior legal services to the residents Advance Health Care Directive – An of southern Utah emphasizing advance health care directive is a legal on resolving disputes and document that helps ensure your health creating estate plans in an efficient and cost effective care and medical wishes are carried out if manner. you are not able to express them yourself. An advance health care directive allows you to designate an individual to make health care and medical decisions on your behalf, and to describe what kind of life-saving treatment you would want. All too often we see stories in the news where families are fighting in the courts over medical and end-of-life decisions for a family member. An advance health care directive ensures that your health care and medical decisions are carried out in the manner you desire. The onset of a mentally debilitating disease or serious medical problems can be a very difficult and emotionally draining time for all involved. If the proper legal documents are not in place, these difficult life experiences can be compounded by court proceedings and potential disagreements and fights among family members and loved ones. By taking the time to get these two important legal documents in place, you will have the peace of mind in knowing that you and your loved ones are protected and prepared to face the uncertainties that come with mental disease and medical problems. Every individual is different and has different preferences when it comes to mental health and health care decisions. Prior to drafting any power of attorney or advance health care directive, it is always best to consult with a licensed estate planning attorney to ensure your individual wishes will be carried out. Many attorneys offer a free consult to discuss your individual needs and answer any questions or concerns you may have. Cedar City Magazine | April/May 2015 31
SOUTHERN UTAH WOODTURNERS By Randy Lovell Over the last couple of weeks, I have taken a few moments to reflect on our first year of operation here at the Cedar City Magazine. It has been a great year, and each day I am reminded of the great people that live here and how lucky I am to be able to part of the community. To be able to raise our kids here in Southern Utah and help them learn of the heritage that they have in the area as well as to develop a love for it, is truly a blessing to Kaylene and I. I just wanted to take a moment and bring to light one of examples that has driven that home to me. A year ago, Michael France of the IHC Foundation approached me and asked if I would consider donating an advertising space to be auctioned off at the Foundation’s annual Gala. I agreed, and that was just the beginning. Little did I know what was about to unfold. Since that first meeting with Michael, I have been able to meet some wonderful 32 www.cedarcitymag.com
people like Will Arcularius and many of the members of the Southern Utah Woodturners Club, reunite with old co-workers like Todd Thorley at Cedar High School (he and I worked together way back when at Metalcraft Technologies), as well as see how much all of us in the community are intertwined. Our abilities to all work together for the betterment of the greater good is truly what makes this area such a great place to live. I know this little example might seem trite to some, but if you will take a minute and think of your dealings with each other over the past year, I’m sure you will find that there are many of stories just like this one in our community. Stories just waiting to be told. Stories waiting to be shared. So, whenever you get a chance, please say thank you to those you do business with and smile as you meet each other around town. After all, we all have a part to play in making this area GREAT!
COOPERATION – It’s what makes living in Southern Utah great!
*This is just one of a million examples of how our community works together for the betterment of everyone involved.
The Cedar City Magazine donates advertising to the Intermountain Healthcare Foundation to be used to raise money for the Foundation and Valley View Medical Center, and the Foundation gives the magazine exposure to more people in the community.
01 04 Cedar High School is able to provide the Cedar City Magazine “camera ready” artwork ready for publication on behalf of the Southern Utah Woodturners Club. The Magazine has been able to generate interest in the art of woodturning and also interest in the magazine itself, allowing it to sell more advertising.
The IHC Foundation donates the adverting space to the Southern Utah Woodturners Club in exchange for free products that they can sell in their gift shop to raise money for the foundation. The club gets the advertising space and are able to increase the exposure of their art to more people in the community, generating more interest resulting in the ability to do more projects that help the community.
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The Southern Utah Woodturners Club meets with Cedar High School, and after taking the graphic arts class to the woodshop class where they learned the art of woodturning, they are included in a design competition to design the ad for the club. The winning ads will be published in the Cedar City Magazine. The school is able to expose more students to the art of woodturning, and the design class is able to compete for a chance to have their work published in a magazine for the first time.*
*Note: The school, as well as other clubs in the area have also received tools and lathes from the club to be used by more students.
Left to Right: Will Arcularius, Southern Utah Woodturners; Jessica Smith, 3rd place; Emma Christiansen, 2nd place; Kyle Oftedahl, 1st place; Scott Andersen, Graphic Arts Instructor.
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SWATC Campus Construction Progress on Daily Watch By Peggy Green, Marketing & Recruiting Director, SWATC Southwest Applied Technology College has successfully leased and shared their way through their humble beginnings serving Iron, Beaver, Garfield and Kane counties, and finally a campus of their own has begun. March of 2014 brought reality to the light at the end of the tunnel, and their first campus was funded by the state legislature. President Brennan M. Wood extended compliments to Sen. Evan Vickers, R-Cedar City, and Rep. John Westwood, R-Cedar City, for their assistance in obtaining the funding for the new campus during the legislative session. He also credited Rep. Mike Noel, Rep. Brad Last, and Sen. Ralph Okerlund, whose districts includes the SWATC service region, with their support. “Our local community offered immense support.” He credits Cedar City Mayor Maile Wilson, Scott Jolley, past executive director of the Cedar City Area Chamber of Commerce, and numerous others that shared time and resources contacting legislative leaders about the importance of the Southwest Applied Technology College campus. 34 www.cedarcitymag.com
The campus will host an approximate 80,000 square feet of learning space to accommodate the educational needs of the community. “The economy is changing,” said Wood. “For every one job requiring a graduate degree, there are two that require a bachelor’s degree and seven that require a technical certificate.” Wood shared that 87% of SWATC graduates get a job. The staff and faculty were involved in the planning and programming process to ensure the new campus would suit the growing needs of the programs, and all eagerly watch the daily construction process. Denny Heaton, Vice President of Academics and Facilities, said seeing the building take shape is a great thing. “About 60% of the masonry is in place and 25% of the steel structural supports have been installed. Hughes General Contractors and Method Studio are doing a wonderful job of providing a great product in an efficient and timely fashion. I hope that our community, students and stakeholders are as excited as I am about the progress so far. We are
still anticipating substantial completion for the project in late November 2015,” Heaton said. In preparation for the new building, Wood keenly identified this juncture as the prime time to spruce up the campus brand and adopt bold new colors. The logo, now fondly called ‘the compass’, was welcomed warmly by faculty and staff, and all are in agreement that the compass tells the right story. Student Services Director, James Mullenaux said, “The logo suits our campus. Our mission is to guide students to careers and skills that bring accomplishment to their lives.” With a new president at the helm, a campus to call their own, and shiny new logo, SWATC is surely on track and revving their engines for success.
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Carrying a Mortgage: Is it Financially Healthy? By Brandon Hansen These days, there is a constant debate on whether or not to carry a mortgage with low interest rates for life, or pay off your home as soon as possible. Ric Edelman, the nation’s top independent investment advisor for the past three out of four years (as reported by the Wall Street Journal) believes in carrying a long term mortgage for life. The problem today is that there is so much advice being given from the “Suzie Ormans” and the “Dave Ramseys” of the world that the old saying, “Free advice is the most expensive kind,” has never been more true. Spokesmen on television preach that debt reduction is the way to financial freedom, but one important step is to get your advice from those who have been successful enough at giving that kind of advice, that they have made a long term career out of it. In a perfect world none of us would have any debt, but the truth is that most of us do live in debt. It is something that needs to be managed, but can also be a tremendous tool in our finances. Here is a simple philosophy which Ric Edelman and I believe in, with regard to carrying debt and creating wealth for retirement, versus a simple “minced plan” of applying every dollar we earn to our debt as quickly as possible: 1. Pay off all commercial debt before mortgage debt. Make sure before paying off any of that long term mortgage that you are retiring all commercial debt first. Credit cards, health bills, furniture, student loans, car loans – all of this debt carries higher interest rates and does not have any tax advantages in the interest. Retire all commercial debt before any dollars go toward a mortgage. 2. Have a twelve month emergency fund. Save money to have a twelve month emergency fund before paying any extra towards that thirty year fixed mortgage. If you have no savings and your goal is to simply pay off debt with every extra dollar you have, what would happen if you lose your job, or have a medical issue that hits you unexpectedly? You wouldn’t have the savings to dig yourself out, and would immediately fall behind on debts, mortgages, etc. thus losing credit and possibly your home. What sense would it ever make to pay off a mortgage early when you don’t have a twelve month emergency fund? 3. Make sure you are saving for retirement. Do you know that half of working adults have no money saved for retirement? That is a scary number as we look at living longer lives and having increased living costs. Do you know only 16% of working adults contribute to their 401k’s or IRA each year? Why would you pay down a mortgage at 4% interest with a tax deductible interest so your net interest rate is 2.9%? You are using after tax dollars to pay down a loan that has an after tax rate of 2.9%. Wouldn’t you be more successful if you were 36 www.cedarcitymag.com
building wealth outside of the mortgage? If your investment advisor is not making more than 2.9% on your money annually on average, perhaps you need a new investment advisor. To simplify the argument, just make sure that you are doing the above three things before worrying about canceling a mortgage for life. The American dream should not simply be to own a home outright, but rather to sustain a comfortable and secure lifestyle for one’s entire life expectancy! Brandon Hansen is Senior Mortgage Banker and Registered Investment Advisor Representative for Cherry Creek Mortgage/Investment Advisors International.
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Breathe Easy this Spring! By Howard L. Chamberlain, MD Family medicine is a very interesting medical practice. Many of us continue to take care of the obstetric patient with prenatal care and deliveries, and all of us take care of the newborn, infant, children, adolescents, young and more mature adults and the elderly. To me, it is very satisfying to care for an entire family, to get to know all of them; to watch the children I have delivered then grow up and develop, and to be a friend and caregiver for that patient, siblings, parents and grandparents. Respiratory care of this wide range of patients is an ever changing challenge. We are just now entering the spring and summer season. During this past winter we have had many communitywide respiratory illnesses that affect young and old differently. Thankfully, we have great vaccines which are quite effective, to help us prevent some of the worst seasonal respiratory illnesses. Influenza vaccines help to limit the severity of this illness in the community more and more each year, and more and more of our community is getting the Pertussis vaccine. Because of that, the outbreaks of whooping cough are fewer and less severe. Unfortunately, it still has been a fatal illness in our community very recently. We have seen many illnesses that are not prevented by vaccine, which can be quite serious illnesses in the very young, the immunosuppressed and the elderly. Some of those illnesses that have caused
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the hospitalization of patients of mine during this last winter are parainfluenza (a flu like viral illness), rhinovirus, adenovirus, influenza, coronavirus, and RSV (respiratory syncitial virus) About the Author Dr. Chamberlain, a lifelong along with bacterial pneumonias. resident of St. George, enjoys RSV can be very aggressive and severe to the very young and all areas of family medicine to the elderly. The very young get a very wet cough that sounds including pediatrics, adolescents, and obstetrics. He graduated like the child is breathing through water. It causes extreme from Dixie High School, shortness of breath and respiratory distress and hypoxia. In the Dixie College, SUU, and the older adult it can cause a very difficult pneumonia. We are just University of Utah school of now finishing up with the RSV season. Medicine. He completed a residency in Family Medicine Now, with spring and summer, we are seeing the beautiful in Colorado in 1996 then flowers, tree blossoms, grasses and desert plants growing and returned to his hometown with with all of that‌.pollen. For any with allergic rhinitis and his wife Tishalynn Stucki. They have six children: three conjunctivitis, the crying, runny nose, sneezing and fatigue can girls and three boys. An avid be overwhelming. The over-the-counter medications may not sports and outdoor enthusiast, be enough to feel like we can survive with the severity of the Dr. Chamberlain is fluent in Spanish. allergic symptoms. On top of all of the above, the allergy provoking pollens and dust and outdoor molds that the wind of the spring stirs up, many provoke a significant flare up of asthma. This can cause coughing, shortness of breath, and make it so we can not participate in the activities that we would normally be involved in-- be those sports or other outdoor activities. Sometimes the asthma is severe enough to prevent us from accomplishing just the normal activities of daily living. Treatment for allergies and asthma are available and it is encouraged that you visit your family physician, pediatrician or allergist for a check up or see an allergist or pulmonologist for severe allergies or asthma. Interestingly, I find that in my practice, most of the times that I treat asthma, allergies and many times infectious respiratory illness, is when a patient is in the office to see me for a routine visit: well-child check-up, sports physical or Scouting physical exam, a CDL or annual adult physical exam, or when the patient is being seen for follow up of chronic illness (diabetes, heart disease, hypertension, etc) or in for a prenatal OB exam. I encourage all to make an effort to receive treatment for your respiratory illnesses if they seem to linger on beyond the usual week or two of congestion from a “coldâ€?. Many times the illness may be causing more significant problems (as in uncontrolled asthma) or may be a sign or symptom of a more serious illness.
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Health & Wellness 1. Prepare all of your cold fighting herbs, vegetables, fruits and roots and place them in a glass, quart size Mason jar. 2. Cover with vinegar and use a piece of parchment paper under the lid to keep the vinegar from touching the metal. 3. Store in a cool, dark place for one month shaking daily. 4. After one month, use cheesecloth to strain the herbs out of the vinegar. Add 1/4 cup of honey and stir. Here is another recipe that aids digestion and boosts the immune system deliciously. This spicy and exotic treat is especially delightful when drizzled over granola or hot cereal, or mixed into yogurt. I love it in a cup of warm rice milk before bed. Spiced Honey 16 oz organic, raw, local honey 1 tsp cinnamon powder 1/2 tsp clove powder 1/2 tsp cardamom powder 1 tsp ginger powder Small pinch black pepper Simply mix all spices with the honey, place in a 16 oz. glass jar, and enjoy. This recipe utilizes powdered spices so there is no need to strain. Yummy! I hope that you enjoy these simple recipes from my kitchen. Good Health!
By Vickie Sorensen, Master Herbalist Who says herbal medicine can’t taste good? Did you know that many of the herbs and spices that are in your kitchen have powerful medicinal properties? Originally these spices and herbs were used to prevent food borne illness before the advent of modern refrigeration. I thought that in this issue I would share with you some of my favorite recipes from my herbal kitchen to yours that might just help you through the sniffles and get you feeling better in a jiffy! Fire Cider This traditional cold remedy has deep roots in folk medicine. With a tasty combination of powerful immune boosting, anti-viral, antiinflammatory, anti-bacterial, decongestant, and circulation boosters, delicious Fire Cider can be taken straight by the spoonful or added to organic tomato juice, splashed over fried rice, or drizzled over a salad with olive oil. 3/4 cup fresh grated ginger root 1/4 cup fresh grated horseradish root 1/2 yellow onion chopped 5 cloves garlic crushed 1 jalapeùo pepper Zest and juice from 1 organic lemon 1 tablespoon dried rosemary 1/2 tablespoon turmeric powder Organic apple cider vinegar Organic local honey Cedar City Magazine | April/May 2015 41
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Doc Cooper By Randy Lovell
I recently had the great opportunity to sit down with Doc Cooper and his wife Julie Ann in their home. As we began to talk, I realized that our lives had a lot more in common than one would think. It was like I had followed him around the country, even though I was younger, and we had both been able to visit, experience and love a lot of the same parts of this great land. After a lifetime of experiences raising horses, kids, and cattle, along with his years as a Chiropractic Physician, Doc spent time in ranching and riding in the Teton Mountains exploring the Indian Territory. Doc attended a writing workshop in 2013. One of the presenters said, “Everyone has at least one great idea for a book”, and this resonated with him. He decided to dust off the manuscript of a book that he had started to write in years earlier. He then finished the book in three months and self-published the Western novel, Jacob’s Inheritance, Volume 1. Jacob’s Inheritance is a novel filled with adventure, coming of age, and romance set in the early 1850’s in the American West. Jacob Morgan, a young man lives in Boston who is tied to his mother’s apron strings. His desire is to be with his uncle who is a mountain man in the Utah Territory, but his parents have his life planned out for him. He receives a letter from an attorney in San Francisco informing him that his uncle has died and had named Jacob as his 44 www.cedarcitymag.com
executor, and his entire estate goes to his nephew Jacob. Jacob breaks the apron strings and goes to San Francisco to see Mr. Weatherbee, his uncle’s attorney, and finds out that his uncle’s estate is worth $100,000 dollars. To collect the estate, Jacob must spend two years with his uncle’s best friend who is a mountain man, and one year with the Sioux Indians. That’s where the adventure begins. Doc has intertwined many of his life experiences with historical facts of dates, times, people and places in the book to allow each of us to really associate with the history of the West, and it will take us back in time and to exciting places. A complete review of the book will be published in the next issue of the Cedar City Magazine. I am only on page 102 of the book (which I got last Friday) - it is hard to put down but I also have a deadline to get the next issue of the magazine to press. Doc grew up on a ranch in Michigan, (I lived there while working for Ford Motor Company), and after serving in the Marines, (while I was a toddler) he settled in and opened his Chiropractic office in Yreka, California, (I traveled and stayed in Yreka at this same time as part of my work with Ford Motor Company). Yreka, a small town north of Sacramento, was founded when Abraham Thompson, a mule train packer, discovered gold there while traveling along the Siskiyou Trail from southern Oregon. Doc bought an 800 acre ranch
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in nearby Hornbrook, CA, and he and Julie Ann started to “raise quarter-horses, kids and cattle”. Spending as much time as possible backpacking with his horses and his young family into the Marble Mountain Wilderness in the Sierra Nevada Mountain range, he became fascinated with the history of Siskiyou County and developed a great love of the mountains of the West, and the history and intrigue that came along with it. From his earlier trips into the Teton mountain range, he had developed an appreciation and respect of the Sioux nation, and these pack trips gave him a chance to go back in time, at least in his mind, and be a part of the American West, (growing up in St. George, I too, had a love of the Native American culture. In fact, I have enjoyed a copy of Robert Duncan’s painting “Following the River” in my office for over 20 years). Later, Doc and his family moved to Roosevelt, UT, (my wife has family in Roosevelt and I have family in Vernal, so we have spent time in that area as well), and they continued the family tradition of spending time in the Uinta Mountain Range with his family. The ranch was much smaller than his 800 acre ranch in Yreka, but it still was an integral part of family life for the Coopers with cattle drives, chores and everything that comes with a ranch. With 18 pairs of mother cows/calves and 10 horses, there was still plenty to do, (I have driven cattle with friends on Cedar Mountain).
After moving to Parowan, (Kaylene and I returned to Southern Utah as well), and attending the writer’s workshop in 2013, he picked up that old manuscript and began to write. The words began to flow effortlessly and he finished what he had started so many years ago. Doc has brought a lifetime of experiences as a horse and cattle rancher, father, and lover of the American West to the pages of Jacob’s Inheritance. Jacob’s Inheritance, Volume 1, was published in August of 2014, and he began to share it with friends and neighbors here in the area. After reading the book, they began to ask Doc for more because they were hooked and wanted more, so he delivered what has become a great series, as Volumes 2, 3 and 4 have now been published. All of which are a direct result of Doc doing what a lot of us don’t do, following our dreams and/or following that gut instinct that comes to us on occasion. As I concluded my time with Doc and Julie Ann, I realized that I had made new friends and without even knowing it, Doc and I really have been able to share parts of a parallel life, as I followed him around the country. From Michigan to Northern California to Utah, we both agree America is a great land. We both love horses and the history of the American West. There is something special about the time spent on the back of a horse, enjoying the mountains and dreaming of an earlier time. Cedar City Magazine | April/May 2015 45
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April 18-19, 2015: National Park Week’s opening weekend Aug. 25, 2015: National Park Service’s 99th birthday
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