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Cover Features

What’s Inside

Also this month

What’s your passion

Second Glance

35 Giving back to ahwatukee 37 AUTHENTIC GERMAN POTATO

Interesting stories containing some fact, some fiction, but always with a mixture of boldness, courtesy and an uncanny air of familiarity.

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aDVENTURES ON A TANK OF GAS

16 Traveling SAFELY 17 CREATIVE PHOTO TIPS FROM OUR PROS

THAT ONE THING

Finding that ONE THING that stands out, that one thing you want to be known for.

18 DINING IN THE GARAGE 20 INFOTORIALS STEPPING IN

Step into our world where we escort you through various designing techniques and ideas, some old, some new and some yet to be named.

22 RETRO STYLE 24 LIFE IN THE FAST LANE

What makes you stop, turn around and take a Second Glance...it’s worth it!

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SHORT ON STYLE?

Behind the Curtain

It’s not always easy to pull the curtain back.

These are issues you don’t always find the words for, and along with ideas, you’ll want to uncover for yourself.

SALAD

39 AHWATUKEE HAPPENINGS 41 COVER PHOTO OUTTAKES 42 PARTING SHOT

28 HIDE AND SEEK-GEOCACHING The DEEP END

Dive into a section that will surprise, educate and possibly anger you with topics you wait for “the other guy” to bring up. Throw down the gauntlet and challenge us!

30 PERSONAL INJURY LAWSUITS 32 YOU GOTTA CHECK THIS OUT

about the cover Gary Beyer filled up the tank of his ’69 restored camaro, picked up Denise and headed west. Our photographer, Art Holeman had just enough time to fire off a few shots before they were gone!

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contrib utors PUBLISHERS AZ Media Consultants, LLC Denise Teichert

Isabel & Kevin Ham

Local designer Denise Teichert, owner of Teichert Design Group and show host of Fine Wine and Design, has actively lead complete floor to ceiling design projects for over 18 years for both residential and commercial projects. Denise is an Allied Member of ASID and a regular contributor for Tukee AZ.

publisher@tukeeaz.com CREATIVE/ART DIRECTOR Neil Friedberg artdirector@tukeeaz.com COVER PHOTOGRAPHY

VALENTINO BOUCHERON Valentino’s life is as diverse as his heritage, groomed by a well-dressed father and mother who ushered in his early debut into the fashion scene by hosting fashion shows from Italy to New York. Having a passion for Latin dancing, he felt clothes need to MOVE as much as people.

Art Holeman www.artholeman.com ADDITIONAL CONTRIBUTORS Melanie Beauchamp A couple of great cops Eric and Kevin Andre Morris-My PC Techs Mark Deitchman-R.P.Ryan Insurance

Chef Laura Slama An Ahwatukee resident since 1992, Laura Slama is a graduate of Le Cordon Bleu, Scottsdale and the University of Pennsylvania. As the executive chef and owner of Celebrated Cuisine, as well as Laura’s Gourmet, the producer of four mouth-watering flavors of artisan crafted granola. Chef Laura is also a regular contributor to Tukee AZ as well as several television shows, including Sonoran Living Live and the Valley Dish.

SPECIAL THANKS TO: Gary Beyer and his very cool 1969 Camaro ©2011 by Arizona Media Consultants, LLC. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without prior written consent from Tukee AZ Magazine.

Carlos Monge

TO OUR READERS:

Carlos Monge’s fitness knowledge is the result of 25 yrs. of personal training, competitive bodybuilding and managing gyms. He presently owns Body by Design Personal Training Studio in the Ahwatukee Foothills and is certified through the Baylor Sports Medicine Institute in Post Rehabilitative Training and Pre/Post-Natal Personal Training.

Carlos is an avid motorcyclist and is married and father to two boys.

Tukee AZ Magazine would love to hear your reactions to our magazine!

Visit www.tukeez.com or feel free to send us an e-mail: publisher@tukeeaz.com ADVERTISERS Tukee AZ Magazine is distributed to select homes within 85044, 85048, 85045, A.J’s Fine

Madison & Marcie Edmonds A longtime resident and respected business owner of Change of Heart Counseling, Marcie is lovingly referred to as the Mayor of Ahwatukee.

Currently she is on some sort of a sabbatical. Standing in for her, is another amazing writer, her apple, which doesn’t fall far from the tree.

Madison, at 13 years old, is already making a name for herself with her Acting. So, before she hires an Agent, she decided to try out her writing skills. We think you’ll be pleased.

Foods, Starbucks, Trader Joe’s, Hillside Spot Café, prime area businesses, all Advertiser locations, high traffic retail locations, and a few gyms.

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wel come John Wayne in “The Cowboys” would say, “You’re Burnin Daylight”…

We concur, and in accordance with that sentiment, we say start early and go play in your own backyard. As we move into the hottest part of the year, the urge to get away from our “fried egg on the sidewalk kinda heat” is undeniable, especially if

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you don’t like eggs! However, if you have a few constraints (work, work, more work, and no vacation funds), like us, which prevent you from hopping on a sailboat and going to the Caribbean, (sorry, we were day dreaming) then its time to GO PLAY IN YOUR OWN BACKYARD. Arizona is a beautiful state, grab the camera and explore it.

When you’re done, send us some of your photos, and we’ll post them in our Gallery at www.tukeeaz.com By the way, speaking of heat, we’ve come up with some really COOL additions to the magazine we’ve added an INFOTORIAL page that highlights THAT ONE THING about a product or service that stands out as the best. When you look through the magazine online and off, you’ll see some beautiful differences. Let us know what you think.

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magazine”. Not unlike many of those businesses, we too have made sacrifices to

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carry on, I know, we have chapped hands to prove it, as our dishwasher broke 3 months ago. Along with car accidents, major electrical breakdowns (now it’s the air conditioner), and cooking the same type of meals we had in college, we will try NOT do the proverbial “towel-throwing in” thing.

We apologize for the last paragraph, its “one of those” days, and certainly we do know there are worse things, and we absolutely count our blessings, mostly when we’re counting how many dishes we have to wash.

To end on THAT ONE THING that’s positive, we have loyal advertisers that are getting noticed, and readers emailing their enjoyment of the publication, as far away as Canada, and Europe. So, Thank You and fill up your tank, grab your camera, and we’ll see you next month, when we have more surprises in store, and less dishes!

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AD V E N T

T

U R E S ON A

TANK OF GAS BRING YOUR CAMERA!

We are all visual beings and each one of us “SEES” something different.

Its 4:46am on a Saturday morning. You feel the need for adventure and you’re usual summer getaway is NOT going to happen, you fill up the gas tank, grab your camera, and with thoughts of hosting the next Travelocity commercial alongside the Gnome, you start to head…North? South?

East? West? Either way, Arizona has some interesting places to see and photograph. There are the usual suspects, Grand Canyon, Sedona, etc.

But OUR RESIDENT PRO PHOTOGRAPHERS like to find the obscure.

Here are just a few of the locations our pro photographers have packed their bags, loaded up their camera(s), and run off to in Arizona.

Photograph: Art Holeman

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Passion

What’s Your

NORTH:

WINDOW ROCK

In this location, one word comes to mind, Mystic. Its ceremonial name means Earths Center, and known as Wind through the Rocks, not only will you want to photograph one of the natural wonders of the Navajo Nation, but you’ll feel the power of the Earth all around you in this rustic colored arena. If you look into surrounding areas you’ll find pieces of artifacts to get those all-important close up angles.

SOUTH:

WHY AND PATAGONIA (yes we said 2, because it was hard to choose)

Why? Because we said so, that’s WHY. Situated at the intersection of routes 85 and 86 is the community originally named “Y”. Arizona Law at the time required all settlements to have 3 letters in their name. Why? We’re not sure, but we do know that if you find yourself in this community near the Mexican border, make sure you check out the Organ Pipe National forest. If you want something a little more reminiscent of Italy, then it’s off to:

PATAGONIA: Of course, that means vineyards. Oh, and vineyards, and did we mention VINEYARDS? Ok, we got stuck there but at least we had a reason, we were thirsty.

WEST:

PARKER/BILL WILLIAMS RIVER

Colorado River Indian Tribes Reservation, or as some of you know it, Parker Strip a 16 mile stretch of River that has some of the most exciting water sports in the world. If you don’t catch a fast moving speedboat, you’ll find cat-tailed filled marsh long the Bill Williams River (it runs into the Colorado). That’s a secret location “we” don’t normally share. It is one of the last remaining natural cottonwood/willow forests, creating a unique ecosystem and providing one of the few places you can stand and look at a cactus, a cattail stand, and a cottonwood tree together. Sunsets over the river are easy to catch, for a challenge, time your shot so it drops down as a water skier glides by.

EAST:

All the rest of our beautiful state:

Greer, Overgaard, Springerville, St. Johns etc. that need our help. So if you head East on a Tank Of Gas, take along some necessities to help the residents get back on their feet, and I’m sure you’ll find a beautiful photograph in all of it.

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AD V E N T U R E S

ON A

When you take a drive on a tank of gas, decide to stop every 50 miles or so and take a photograph.

You’ll be amazed at what you find and what you feel.

UP:

TANK OF GAS

MT. LEMMON

In this location, one word comes to mind, Mystic.

Located in the Santa Catalina Mountains north of Tucson. At 9,200 feet you’ll pass through 7 life zones consisting of breathtaking vistas, outlandish rock scapes, forests and deep canyons. It starts at the lower sonoran life zone and ends in the high forests of the Canadian zone. In the winter, take your skis.

IN:

DOWN:

Located 40 miles east of Flagstaff. A 50,000-year-old crash site where

Yes, there’s the obvious, Grand Canyon, but we try to

diameter of 150 feet. Its really not that pretty, but if you get down on your

step off the beaten path, or at least the less beaten path

stomach as our Pros suggest, and photograph the volcanic rock, you’ll get

ANTELOPE CANYON

METEOR CRATER

a meteor hit the earth. At impact, it weighed about 300,000 tons with a

the feeling that it wasn’t a meteor but instead an alien landing site.

One of the most photographed slots in the world.

MADERA CANYON

Located near Page, Arizona. During one of our

For all you birdwatchers, this is your location. As a major resting place

ADVENTURES we traveled into the West end of the Canyon and a bit upstream and came to a crack, called the Corkscrew. At 60 feet deep and only 2 feet across, you can actually hear the echo of “step across me, step across me”. I may be adventurous, but I let the “other photographer” take that step across.

for over 256 species of birds and 15 species of hummingbirds, you’ll spend more than a day and several SD cards later photographing. With the ability to traverse four life zones, you’ll find flora and fauna that will make you bust out the tent and stay.

OUT: Go ahead, be RISKIER, and go OUT on a limb, or in this case, OUT on a ledge, and try repelling and canyoneering. Ahwatukee likes its “ing’s”, hiking, biking, etc.…and like us, 360 Adventures has a passion for creating adventures, only there’s’ is in the OUTdoor arena. After speaking with Tina, one of the owners, who by the way was extremely cordial to speak with us on a holiday, and informed us that canyoneering can be an amazing adventure as long as you have a guide. They get called OUT on rescue missions but would rather lead the way from the start. For this one, bring a rugged camera, and send us a picture of Brian, he’s OUT there somewhere!

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TRAVELING

SAFELY

By 2 Guys who know, ( Eric, a local detective in missing persons, and Kevin, a phoenix officer)

Homeland Security is an everyday thought.

If you decide to stop for the night:

As our intrepid Photographer, Art Holeman has been known to

Checking In

say “Grab the girl, a bag of money and lets hit the road”!

Try to stay away from the ground floor. Many safety experts

In this case, you might already have the girl, you don’t need much money, but you can HIT THE ROAD ON A TANK OF GAS, and bring your camera with you.

recommend staying somewhere between the third and sixth floors -- where rooms are high enough to be difficult to break into, but not so high that they're out of the reach of most fire engine ladders.

If you're staying in a motel where doors open directly to

• Give a family member or friend your itinerary, and update them by a quick text or call letting them know how much fun you’re having.

• Keep extra water in the car, in case you forgot it at the last rest stop.

• Always have a First Aid Kit equipped with the essentials. Email me and I’ll send you a list.

• Stop at locations that are well lit and always walk with someone, especially if they know the way.

• Plan ahead to refuel and know where the next gas station is.

• Be aware of strangers/predators that ask directions or stop you for questions.

• When fueling your vehicle, pay for the gas at the pump with a credit card, and stay with your vehicle.

• Always be aware of your surroundings, know the major cross streets or landmarks.

• Always lock your vehicle, even if you’re inside.

the outside (rather than a hallway), see if you can get a room overlooking an interior courtyard instead of a parking lot.

Don't let the front desk attendant publicize your room number. If he or she announces it out loud when giving you your key, ask for a different room.

When you leave your room, hang the “Do Not Disturb” sign on the door and leave your television or radio on. And don’t leave your “Maid Service” sign on the door at anytime. This is an invite to thieves.

Using common sense will save you and your property from an uninvited guest. Don’t flash your cash or jewelry; keep all your doors and windows locked with all available locking devices.

And if someone knocks on your door, don’t be so quick to answer. Call the front desk first to verify who the person is on the other side of the door.

CAMERA SAFETY: KEEP MEMORY CARDS SEPARATE: On a trip to Barcelona (ranked in the top 5 for pick pocketing in the world), my camera was stolen with all my photos.

ALTERNATIVE BAG:

Use an everyday looking bag that

doesn’t scream “look at all my expensive camera equipment”.

TAKE IT OUT ONLY WHEN YOU NEED IT. For more safety tips on Traveling, go to www.tukeeaz.com

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CREATIVE

PHOTO TIPS F R OM O U R P R OS

"Put some FUN in your photography.

It’s all about the fun and changing the way you look at things".

Art Holeman-Pro Photographer If you’re like me, you want to find THAT ONE THING that stands out or is different. You’ve been taking pictures of the same things, or other things that are the same exact things and not feeling the creative freedom to find new things.

You get into a rut…it goes like this…see something ‘really cool”, grab camera, point and shoot, see result and say, “oh ___that’s not what I wanted”. And instead of analyzing or contemplating what you want from the shot or what you don’t want. One of the problems may be that you’re stationary. In the movie Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, Sundance is supposed to shoot a can. He’s handed a gun, and told ok, shoot the can. When he shoots, he misses it. Butch says, I thought you were a good shot. Sundance says: “can I move now”? He proceeds to bounce to the ground, roll and fire at the can hitting it dead center 3 times. To get the shot,

1. GO MACRO…GET UP really CLOSE, even if it’s a landscape shot, lookaround

he had to move.

for some macro shots. Get down on your knees, or your stomach go commando.

If you’ve been shooting ‘static’, then its time to change your ways.

When you get on the road, you become inspired.

Everything is new, and you find more elements.

You’ll see different elements and textures that you’d normally miss.

2. Shoot a subject you’ve never shot before.

If you shoot landscapes try shooting

animals or people.

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THING

that one

What makes a restaurant

"Guy Centric"?

by Chef Laura Slama

Is it the menu, the décor, the name? And

can a male oriented establishment appeal to women as well? Those questions, among others, were swirling inside my head as I walked into the The Public House Garage the other evening, meeting up with three male friends, two of which, I learned, could qualify as professional eaters.

Perusing the menu, it was quickly apparent that I was, indeed in Man Land.

Beef, Chicken, Pork, Chicken, Beef, Chicken, Chicken, did I mention Chicken?

If you’re protein deprived, this is the place for you. But to be clear, there really was something for everyone on the broad menu, and with a fairly aggressive happy hour offering, you could create a meal that’s satisfying to the palate and easy on the wallet. Not a bad combination in our current economic times.

We were greeted quickly by Liana, our server, who gave us the rundown on the happy hour specials and was easily cajoled into sharing her favorite menu items.

Mental notes made, and $5 (normally $12) glass of wine in hand, we loosened our belts and began our journey.

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We started with the combination sliders (pulled pork, ground

myself on my healthful preparations of each variety, the Public

beef and chicken), hot wings, pizza margherita and the black

House Garage has delivered the sweet potato fry that makes me

bean hummus. The hot wings were a hit with the guys, self-

forget that I should avoid fried food plus giving me the excuse of

professed wing aficionados - the extent they talked in detail of

committing the dining cardinal sin – eating off someone else’s

other restaurants in town serving wings and how these were

plate. I couldn’t help myself, they were really that good. If all

meatier and just the right type of hot was impressive. Of the

else had failed in this dining experience, the sweet potato fries

sliders, the pulled pork was my favorite, but it would have been

could offer culinary redemption.

so much better with a more generous bath in the housemade bbq sauce.

My request for additional sauce was quickly

filled, turning my slider into a messy home run. However, the pizza margherita could have been so much more with a true margherita sauce (think crushed whole tomatoes cooked with minced onions, garlic and oregano, finished with fresh basil), as opposed to tomato slices over melted mozzarella. Chef’s note - more sauce, less cheese, and the great crust it was served on would be given its due.

For dinner, we hit every part of the barnyard. The carne asada was served “deconstructed” – tortillas, black beans, shredded cabbage and pico de gallo and did not fail to please. My NY Strip was a perfect medium rare all the way through.

Dessert included another trip to the deep fryer – the County Fair Twinkie is, you guessed it, a deep fried Twinkie (two actually) drizzled with chocolate sauce. The second was a caramel apple chimichanga served with ice cream. My professional eaters had no problem making quick work of them both.

The Public House Garage is not a sports bar – not by my definition. While there are several well-placed televisions, there is no sporting paraphernalia adorning the walls but items more reminiscent of garages from days of yore. It’s open, airy and comfortable. The service was great, the food up to par, and the sweet potato fries …. well, you already know. Guy-centric, female friendly - I’d say that equals a win-win.

The butterflied pork chop with a caramelized apple and onion molasses had great flavor, though slightly overcooked. The only real failure on these last two plates was the green beans. I’ve seen army fatigues in a more vibrant green, and it just made me sad, such is my love for vegetables.

But the dish that created the most entrée envy at the table was the honey chicken breast baked sandwich. Liana said from the start it was her absolute favorite and would eat it every day if given the chance. The honey and mustard flavors, in conjunction with the spice blend, gave this sandwich great flavor, and the dough it was baked in was just the right crusty, flaky, chewy to drive its culinary point home. And I haven’t even told you the best part of that dish – for me, anyway…..

Anyone who has ever attended one of my cooking classes or events, or seen one of my television segments where the menu includes sweet potatoes, knows that I am a sucker for the tuberous root. And while I pride

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THING South Mountain Cycles

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We will do whatever it takes to make sure we give our customers the highest level of service. ANYTIME. You hear that a lot, but when we answer our cell phone on the weekend or at 10pm, you’ll know WE mean it. Website Design and online marketing from Seen Best.

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Where can I find a conference room to meet my client, with Wi-Fi, stay cool and make a copy all at one place…VOA! At $99.00 per month and he’ll throw in some great coffee, and a lounge chair.

Forget the occasion, in fact Flowers should be EVERYDAY! We have DAILY specials on our Summer Flowers. And, for those who want to do the arranging themselves, we’ll give you some advice, but be careful, we might use some of your ideas!

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in

stepping

retro style Looking for a little blast from your past? Forget searching for your old sweetheart on Facebook.

Go down memory lane in style‌Retro Style! What’s old is new again! Transforming a living space to a throwback in time is easy, fun and inexpensive.

If you are partial to the way homes used to be, miss your baby blue shag carpet, avocado and rust color combinations or black and white checkered flooring then this style is for you!

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by Denise Teichert

The look is easy to replicate.

For design inspiration, turn to the past. Research old magazines and catalogs online or at the library.

Raid your Grandma’s house, hit the antique stores and check out Ebay. True retro is bold, bright and streamlined.

There are no rules to follow and you can mix and match decades or stick to one period. All you need is a bit of research and a passion for the past.

Here are a few Retro tips to take you back in time.

Floor and Furnishings • Streamlined and clean • Materials used: formica, plastics, chrome and pine • Shag carpet, bean bags and blow up furniture (remember that!)

Color ~ Color ~ Color • Everywhere in any combination on everything!

• Color your walls, furnishings and even appliances (which is making a huge comeback)

Accessories • Look for at antique stores • Clocks in every room and the odder the shape and size the better (I have a great connection for you on this…wink, wink) • Patterns and lots of them!

The quirkier the better • Don’t forget your incense sticks!

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Life in the

Fast Lane

by Denise Teichert

How to Decorate your Car That’s right…your CAR! Like many others, I spend more time in my car than at home. It’s my transportation sure, but it’s also often my office, showroom, phone conferencing center and restaurant. It’s one of my “living spaces”.

So of course I want it to look and feel good.

Besides the fact there are a few wood and granite samples sliding around my cargo space and a water bottle graveyard on the backseat floor, I try to keep the rest of it fairly organized and, well…pretty.

O

ur very creative publisher suggested I write about interior

decorating tips for the interiors of our cars. She said to me, “You design right? So you can design and decorate anything, right?” There

A few Vehicle Design ideas…

1. Fabulous Floor Coverings ~ Mats are universal and provide an easy way to upgrade & update.

is truth to that. However it’s also true that I have never been hired to

2. Sweet Seat Covers ~ They come in so many innovative fabrics

decorate the interior of anyone’s vehicle. But I thought hey, why not?

and designs. A fun and practical way to express yourself and protect

We are what we drive right?

your interiors!

As I started my vehicle design research, I was amazed at all the cool

3.

things there are out there for our cars interiors. And as I got more

protecting your hands from the heat. License plate frames...Ladies!

into it I realized there are a lot of similarities in designing your home

There is a Swarovski Chrystal Rhinestone Series! Ceramic car coasters

space and your car space. I found awesome floor, seat and window

add a personal touch and they soak up the drips from sweating cups.

coverings and tons of hip and functional accessories I wanted to share

Sun shades are wanted, needed and respected in Arizona and there’s

with you.

one for every personality out there!

Do something fun this summer! Decorate your vehicle and bring out your

4. Car Organizers ~ No More Junk In The Trunk!!! There is a huge

personality. No matter where you drive to, you’ll be going in style!

variety out there to fit your needs! Check them out!

Adorable Accessories ~ Sassy wheel covers, awesome for

OH…and don’t forget the fuzzy dice!

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second GLANCE

SHORT ON

style?

by Valentino Boucheron

In countries where shorts for women are restricted in public, I have decided that my first article will be to start a full on FASHION MOVE in Ahwatukee. Shorts for night wear! After spending some time people watching, I have found that women in long pants are virtually non-existent, and the Arizona heat is partly responsible. On the flip side, it’s the look and feel of cotton that is the fabric of your new evening wear. Follow the trendy ways to wear them this summer, for our neck of the woods, means until November. Wear them for spinning, biking, shopping, going to the park or out to dinner.

STYLES FOR ALL OCCASIONS ARE: DENIM SHORTS, IT SUITS YOUR THIGHS AND LEGS BIKE/SPIN SHORTS, GREAT FOR STRETCHING AND EXERCISING COTTON, GREAT FOR COMFORT, NIGHT WEAR OR OTHER So, jump into your shorts, find the style you love and make them one of your most versatile fashion items in your closet.

Linen, Denim, Canvas or Cotton, make them tight or loose fit, whichever complements your body style and make sure you’re out and being SEEN. MEN: The styles for men today come in brilliant colors and varying lengths, above the knee and below. Until recently, it was a fashion mistake for men to wear shorts unless they were on a tennis court, a bike, a golf course or exercising. Now, it’s considered acceptable, especially plaid! And of course the women’s styles are endless. Just don’t forget about those allimportant pockets, the more the better.

Comfort, style & functionally, will guarantee that SECOND GLANCE.

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CURTAIN

behind the

Hide and Seek is now

GEOCACHING E

veryone remembers hide and go seek, right?

For hours on end as a child I would beg my parents to close their eyes, as I would scamper off and try to camouflage into the corners of my house, waiting anxiously for someone to seek me!

As you could probably guess, it got old.

Or, at least my parents thought it did. I never really got tired of it; and till this day, I still love it! Except now, I Geocache! In “fancy shmancy terms”, Geocaching is “The recreational activity of hunting for and finding a hidden object by means of GPS coordinates posted on a website.” Simply, Geocaching is a grown up version of hide and go seek! People all over the world hide little boxes with trinkets inside. The goal of this is to try and find the hidden “treasure”. While getting exercise, you can have fun, and participate in a worldwide scavenger hunt. Who knows, a Geocache could be right out your back yard! Through Geocaching, I have learned about coordinates, and about GPS’!

You can participate in this activity with all of your family, and it’s a fun little adventure for no cost at all!

Madison Edmonds - Expert Hide and Seeker

Editors Note: The original fountain of youth is said to be in Florida.

However, we are : 33.301391 / -111.984492 FOUNTAIN OF YOUTH, is a column devoted to showcasing the artistic talents of our younger generation, (under 15) which is designed to give our children an avenue for their talents to be recognized. Each day, our teacher’s hold fast to educating our children in the ARTS, maintaining it as a necessary ingredient for their educational and social development, even at their own cost. We tend to agree. In fact, we are excited to see what we FIND. Whether its photography, painting, writing or drawing, visit us at www.tukeeaz.com . Each month we’ll include a new artist to showcase for our FOUNTAIN OF YOUTH column.

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How to Tone Up those Arms Shapeless arms are embarrassing for both Men and Women.

Men, are you falling short of filling up the sleeves of that shirt?

Women, are your embarrassed wearing those sleeveless tops?

Tone up those arms for good and feel sexy again.

There are two reasons for flabby arms, one is being overweight and you will have to address this as well, but it’s not the only reason.

First, let's introduce a four-step “rep” technique in your weight-lifting. This will intensify your workouts and help you build on what you have.

Step 1: Tighten up the muscle Step 2: Squeeze the muscle for 1 to 2 seconds Step 3: Allow the muscle to cramp at the top of your motion.

Step 4: Resist as your lower the weight.

Before you run out to buy your favorite shirt or top, start with focusing on your arms with a slooooooooow curling technique.

Exercise 1: Basic barbell curls- builds arm mass.

Exercise 2: Hammer dumbbells curls- This elongates the biceps and builds the forearms Exercise 3: Seated incline dumbbells curls- This is a shaping exercise that will develop nice Exercise 4: Single concentrations dumbbell curls- Consider this the finishing touch that rounds out the bicep and gives a ball-like appearance to your bicep.

Better yet, send me an email through Tukeeaz.com and I'll put together a custom plan so you can wear those form-fitting shirts and strapless dresses with pride!, Carlos Monge, Body by Design

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THE DEEP END

PERSONAL INJURY LAWSUITS

by Melanie Beauchamp

The consequences of choosing the wrong

personal injury attorney can be devastating.

Did you know that without the right legal representation you could end up suing the wrong person or entity, receiving a smaller settlement, or losing your settlement? To make matters worse, you could end up owing your health insurance company money for treatment of injuries caused by the accident.

If your

Arizona personal injury law firm does not have the proper knowledge of Arizona’s PERSONAL INJURY LIEN LAW, then you may OWE money to third parties even though YOU were injured. To avoid these problems, you must familiarize yourself with basic knowledge regarding personal injury lawsuits.

Melanie Beauchamp is a contributor for Tukee AZ Magazine.

As a long time resident of Ahwatukee, her personal attention and experience is advantageous to resolving your legal issues.

She can be reached at melanie@beauchamplawoffice.com.

For information www.arizonaaccidentinjury.com.

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Does personal injury law apply to your recent injury?

Personal injury law applies to any harm to one’s physical, mental, or emotional state due to another party’s negligence. Often, an individual seeks a personal injury settlement as the result of a motor vehicle accident. A personal injury accident can result from car accidents, motorcycle accidents, truck accidents, bus accidents, boating accidents, or airplane accidents. Other personal injury claims stem from bicycle or pedestrian accidents.

Do YOU HAVE ANY personal injury CLAIMS? If you or a loved one has been injured in a personal injury accident, you need to have knowledge of the personal injury claims you can make. Your personal injury lawyer can include economic and non-economic claims in your personal injury litigation.

Economic claims include past and future medical treatment costs and lost income. Non-economic claims include pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life and, in some cases, emotional pain and suffering. Hiring the best motor vehicle accident lawyer will ensure that you recover the most money possible in your Arizona personal injury settlement.

ARE YOU A CANDIDATE FOR MAKING WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM? A personal injury claim for something like an auto or workplace accident. Many people do not know that such a claim is available, and end up struggling alone with the painful consequences of the death of a loved one that was the result of negligence by someone else.

How do you know if you have viable wrongful death claims? The only family members that may bring a claim for wrongful death are a spouse or children of the deceased person. The death for which you bring the claim must have been caused by the negligence of another party. Sometimes this can be difficult to prove, and an experienced attorney can assist you in evaluating your claim against another party.

ARE YOUR PERSONAL INJURY CLAIMS SUBJECT TO A HEALTHCARE LIEN? A lien is a claim or encumbrance upon property to secure the payment of a debt, duty or other obligation. Why should you care about liens if you are seeking a personal injury settlement?

Believe it or not, the law may require you to reimburse your health care provider for the cost of treating injuries caused by someone else’s negligence.

If you find yourself requiring a personal injury lawsuit, do not attempt to do so without a Phoenix injury attorney with a thorough understanding of Arizona lien law and the ramifications of improper lawsuits.

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YOU GOTTA CHECK THIS OUT !

by Andre Morris

Is it possible to blaze your own trail with nothing more than a tank of gas, a computer, smartphone, and a little spare time? Of course! Satisfy the explorer in you with experiences and interesting places right in your own state.

Google publishes a free software program called Google Earth that is stuffed full of satellite imagery from around the world. To download and install Google Earth for your PC, Mac, or Linux computer visit www.google.com/ earth/download and follow the instructions. For iPhone, Android, and the iPad you will find Google Earth on the Google Earth for Mobile page m.google.com/earth.

Peeking down through the clouds with a birds-eye view of Earth makes it easy to chart your next adventure.

Many fascinating places can be discovered all around us, invisible from the ground and the naked eye.

First, locate your position on the map. That can be accomplished by going to “Fly to” or “Search” and entering your address. On certain mobile devices, Google Earth will pinpoint your location automatically via GPS. Once you’ve identified your current location, zoom in on the map for a closer look.

Next, you’ll want to load layers and places, preconfigured spots on the map that could be fun to visit. I like to enable each layer one at a time to find out what they contain. Pinpoint the layers that contain places of interest. When you select the checkbox for a layer on the menu, markers will appear on the map. Most of these markers are clickable and will open to reveal additional information, and photos.

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The great thing about Google earth is the ability to find so many amazing (and relatively unknown) places close to home. Easily move around the map, locate interesting places, and then click on the icons to read more information. Once you’ve collected one or more places of interest, its time to head out and have some fun!

Even though you’re Google mapping your next adventure, don’t forget to bring your digital camera along with you to photograph what you find.

If you find something that isn’t already listed in Google Earth you can share your discovery with the rest of the world by uploading the picture to the Google Earth community. This will create a new point for others to explore.

Another “you gotta check this out” website is the Google Earth Cool Places website, a place that has collected some of the strangest and most interesting spots on Earth. www.googleearthcoolplaces.com

A few recommended layers for Arizona that you might enjoy: • Mountains • Places • Panoramio • 360Cities • Everytrail • Google Earth Community • Trimble Outdoors Trips • Wikiloc • YouTube • Wikipedia • TukeeAZ.com • MyPCTechs.com Let us know what you find, or if you have your own “YOU GOTTA CHECK THIS OUT” to share with others. tukeeaz.com | ahwatukee lifestyle

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Who’s at Fault? by Mark Deitchman A good day can turn into a bad day quickly when you are involved in a car accident. If this should happen do your best to stay calm and focus on the situation at hand. Try to remember everything you can about the incident, make notes and collect as much information as possible for the police and claims adjusters.

Determining who is at fault will be one of the biggest, if not the biggest, element in any car accident. Who is at fault will determine which insurance company will respond and which driver will be surcharged.

There are obvious situations where fault is easy to determine including when a driver rear-ends another driver or when a driver turns left in front of oncoming traffic. A police report and accident citations always help to establish fault as well.

In parking lot accidents, where the police rarely respond, there will be no police report to help the claims adjuster determine who is at fault. In these situations, the positioning of the vehicles will be a huge factor in making a fault determination. Take pictures of all angles of the accident before moving the vehicles out of the way. Most cell phones have cameras but if yours doesn’t, keep a disposable camera in the glove box of your vehicle. The pictures will be a big help to the claims adjuster and will also prevent the other party from changing their story after they have had time to reflect on the incident.

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To avoid turning your good day into a bad day; 1: Pay attention to your driving and avoid distractions; 2: Pay attention to other drivers and drive defensively and 3: Follow the rules of the road, drive the speed limit and following all traffic signs.

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to ahwatukee In May we featured Mothers in Business. Unfortunately, I boo booed (yes, I said that) and didn’t give notice to NCL, which brings Mothers and Daughters together in an effort to foster that relationship through community service, leadership development, and cultural awareness. For more than 50 years, National Charity League, Inc. (NCL) has been one of the nation's most distinctive and well-respected mother-daughter membership organizations.

Members are mothers with

daughters in grade 7-12. NCL believes in honoring the motherdaughter bond; and inspires and empowers women to succeed as confident, well-rounded and socially aware contributors in our communities.

The Ahwatukee Foothills Chapter of NCL is no exception. Since being founded in 2003, the mothers from that chapter, have served along side their daughters at numerous philanthropic organizations through hands-on activities in and around our local communities. In 2010, their chapter members volunteered more than 5,750 hands-on-hours directly to our philanthropies.

Our main philanthropic activities support, but are not limited to, the following organizations: • Alport Syndrome Foundation • Arizona Adoption and Foster Care • Arizonans for children • Back to School Clothing Drive • Banner Health • Best Buddies of Arizona • Feed My Starving Children • Salvation Army • St. Vincent de Paul • St. Mary's Food Bank • Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure • The Cinderella Affair For more information: please visit www.afncl.org or contact Beth Slosky, their Chapter Vice President of Membership at allsix@rbslosky.com.

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that one

Events THING

For Our THAT ONE THING EVENT, we have partnered with The 2011 AZ Balloon Classic and are happy to announce it’s in OUR OWN BACKYARD. This is an event you want on your calendar early. Here are the details:

DATE: November 18 – 20, 2011 Friday, November 18 – “Senior & Youth Day” Saturday, November 19 – “Celebrate Arizona” Sunday, November 20, 2011 – “Final Lift-off” Balloon Liftoffs, Competitions & Glow times are dependent upon weather conditions.

Location: Wild Horse Pass/Rawhide at the Gila River Indian Community, 48th St. & North Loop Rd.

Beneficiary: Phoenix Children’s Hospital and local food Banks Attendance: More than 30,000 spectators are expected to enjoy the weekend events.

Events: The inaugural Arizona Balloon Classic will feature more than 50 hot air balloons participating in dawn patrol and morning liftoffs, afternoon mass ascensions and evening glow events. The weekend will also include musical and familyfriendly entertainment, skydivers, fireworks, a Family Fun Zone with children’s activities, exhibits, sampling, shopping and more. Additionally, pilots will compete in aviation “Hare & Hound” competitions.

Admission: For any one event - $7 in advance; $10 at the gate.

Daily all day pass is $15 in advance; $18 at the gate. Weekend pass is $20 in advance; $30 at the gate. Discounted group tickets for 15 or more are available for advance purchase.

Advance tickets purchases are available online until November 15, 2011. Children five years old and younger are free. General parking is $5; VIP parking is $7. No pets are allowed. All ballooning events are dependent upon weather conditions. No refunds. Rain checks will be offered to other balloon events due to cancellation.

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ALL EVENT INFORMATION SUBJECT TO CHANGE

ahwatukee happenings SUMMER events at a glance Every Sunday 9 am - 1 pm Ahwatukee Farmers Market www.arizonafarmersmarkets.com

july 8-12 MLB All-Star Game and fan fest Chase Field, Phoenix Convention Center

Every Tuesday Thursday at 8:00am and Sunday 9:00aM FOOTHILLS GOLF CLUB Guns & Hoses Golf event Police and Fireman

JULY 10 FAMOUS PAINTER FRIDAY Phoenix Art Museum -1:00pm

SUNDAY BRUNCH ALL YOU CAN EAT 9:00am – 1:00pm $9.95 EVERY WEDNESDAY Fine Wine & Design Cox 7 Arizona- 7:30pm CHANDLER ART WALK 3RD Friday of every month 6pm-10pm FREE LIVE ENTERTAINMENT AT CASCADES LOUNGE LONE BUTTE CASINO Every nite, Sundays Jazz Brunch july 4 Red, White, and Boom!

Ahwatukee Country Club 6pm Gates open-9pm Fireworks july 8 The last space shuttle launch 8am-12pm

sundays

JULY 24 Journey w/Foreigner and night ranger Ashley home furniture Pavilion-7:00pm JULY 29 48 Hour Film Challenge Screening Phoenix Art Museum-5:30pm-10:30pm

July 11 - 15 Celebrated Cuisine's Summer camp Instructions and Classes Fiesta Time, OLE! - 11th It's all GREEK to me - 12th Pasta, Pasta, Pasta - 13th PIZZA Party! - 14th BBQ - Give me FIRE! 15th JULY 15 AMERICA AT WILD HORSE PASS Fri, Jul 15, 8:00pm MST Wild Horse Pass Resort, Chandler JULY 16 TUCSON MOTOR SHOW Tucson Convention Center

JULY 30 BOOK A MASSAGE, A TEE TIME, A FACIAL, A DINNER RESERVATION OR READ A BOOK.

AUGUST 5 Blood, Sweat and Tears Wild Horse Pass Resort, Chandler-8:00pm

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JULY 18 Bob Dylan and his band ComericaTheatre-7:30pm JULY 23 JASON Latimer Magician Wild Horse Pass Resort, Chandler-8:00pm

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COVER

PHOTO O U TTAK E S

We had such fun during our photo shoot for this month's cover that we just had to share some of the other photos that we took in the process!

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shot

parting

Find the sweetness in life..

Photography by Kevin Ham

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