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Welcome Friends!

W elcome to the inaugural issue of LIMITLESS, the Lake Norman/ Statesville area’s first and only magazine dedicated to those fun-loving, age-defying, adventureloving adults 55+! Being “one of those” adults myself, I am thrilled to be a part of this new publication and can’t wait to hear what you think!

So, if Orange is the new Black, then 60 is definitely the new 40.

I’m sure many of you can remember the days when turning 50 meant conversations on today’s aches and pains, dressing matronly, and women wearing their hair in a bun. Today, our conversations focus on the latest fashion trends, running the next 5K or half marathon, and as you’ll read about in this issue, even climbing Mount Kilimanjaro! This generation of adults places no LIMITS on their ability to meet challenges, create their own game plan, and reach out of their comfort zone with confidence. It’s a great place in life to be and I, for one, am enjoying

every minute of it. My husband and I enjoy traveling and seeing the country, dancing the “shag” at the Landing in Denver, and spending time loving on our grandchildren. Hanging out with friends our age and treasuring fun times together without the pressures of “fitting in” or “competing” is absolutely the best feeling ever and I look forward to many more years of doing just that.

As you read through this issue of LIMITLESS, I encourage you to share your thoughts with us and especially your ideas for future stories and topics you’d like to read about. Do you know someone 55+ who is doing something out of the ordinary or making a difference in our community?

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CONTENTS

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Explorers & Adventures 13 Kevin Hanlon journeys to Mounts

25 How Trevor Burton found a

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18 Spruce up your wardrobe for spring

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Kevin Hanlon explores Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Everest in his 70s Hanlon after he reached the top of Mount Kilimanjaro.

BY » Renee Roberson Photography courtesy of » Kevin Hanlon

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avidson resident Kevin Hanlon has always been the kind of guy who can’t sit still. This is, after all, a man who attended college at Seton Hall University on a track scholarship and achieved more than 14 U.S. Army medals, including three Army Commendation medals, 15 ribbons and many certificates of

achievement during a 27-year career with the U.S. Army. He retired as a Sergeant Major.

No slowing down

But the most notable of his adventures didn’t even happen until he was in his 70s, after “slowing” down from a career as a certified public accountant and commercial real estate broker. He admits he’s always

had a bit of wanderlust in his heart, but put off doing much of the traveling he wanted to do while raising his three children. While Hanlon makes his home in Davidson, he enjoys skiing in Colorado in the wintertime, visiting with his kids and grandkids (two of his kids live in the suburbs of Raleigh) and boating on Lake Norman with his fiancé, Mary Ann.

Unforgettable adventures

In 2014, Hanlon planned a series of unforgettable adventures for his 71st year of life.

In July 2014, he visited Dian Fossey’s Research Center in Rwanda to start tracking the endangered mountain gorillas. (Did I mention Hanlon is a skilled photographer LimitlessMagOnline.com | April 2020 13

explorers & ADVENTURES and videographer as well as world traveler?) This particular mountain gorilla lives on the slopes of dormant volcanoes throughout the Rift Valley of Central Africa. Visitors can observe these gorillas (some being 500-pound Silverback males and their families) under the protection of park authorities for one hour per day.

From Rwanda, Hanlon headed to Tanzania and the town of Moshi, which served as the base of operations for climbing the 19,340-foot Mount Kilimanjaro. He had originally planned to do the trek with two friends and a travel agent, but the friends cancelled the trip and the agent opted for a route that was a little different than the one Hanlon wanted to take. He preferred a route

that would take him six days up and two days to descent, but he was fine heading out on his own, because he would have a local guide and a team of porters to help him with the climb. His guide, Pa Pa Joe, ended up being an affable local who had also taken President Jimmy Carter up the mountain in 1976. While on his trip, Hanlon detailed his thoughts and observations on a handheld audio recorder and then typed up notes upon his return.

From Day 4 notes: Today’s trek was on increasingly rocky landscape from Shira 2 Camp to the Lava Tower (15,190 feet), the looming 320-foot high volcanic mass that is often climbed by those with rock climbing skills and energy to spare. This trek lasted five

Hanlon posing with a guide he traveled with to Everest Base Camp.

hours before we had lunch at the Tower. This was the toughest climb so far . . .

While he admits climbing Mount Kilimanjaro “isn’t for everyone,” and it was a tough journey, he is happy he was able to do it. The following year he kept up the momentum by hiking to the Mount Everest Base Camp (elev.

17,575 ft.). Not being one take the easy route of a trip,

he applied to be a trekker with the International Mountain Guides (IMG) U.S. Expedition. He did this based on the fact that only licensed Expeditions with summiting climbers can stay at Everest Base Camp. Because he wanted the authentic experience of meeting and learning from world-class mountain climbers, this was the path he took.

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went on consisted of about 28 people from Australia, Philippines, Canada and the United States. They were accompanied by guides, porters and Sherpas, and stayed in various tea houses (identical stone houses with tiny box rooms separated by plywood partitions) throughout the trek. After the 12-day trek, he reached Everest Base Camp. While

there, he discovered one of his companions became so ill he had to be transported by helicopter out of the camp to Kathmandu. Another friend went with him on the helicopter after becoming ill with altitude sickness.

“Hiking through the Khumbu, a region named for the glacier that tumbles down the southern flank of the Mount Everest area, isn’t so much about distance covered as the altitude gained,” he says. “The higher one goes, the greater the potential for unexpected debilitating effects from of oxygen, cold, accumulated trail miles, and even cultural disorientation.” But if you are up for the challenge, he says, “the surreal vistas, the windswept monasteries, strange travelers and encounteres,” will make

for a unique experience.

An unexpected disaster

The trek back down the mountain took five days.

Upon his return to Hotel Tibet in Kathmandu, Nepal, disaster struck. He met one of his female trekking partners, Kelly, for lunch on the hotel’s rooftop café. As they were finishing their meal, the floor began to shake. The earthquake lasted for about 30 seconds, and then Hanlon and Kelly had to take five flights of stairs down to the hotel parking lot. Because of aftershocks none of the guests were allowed to sleep in the hotel, and they made the parking lot their camp. Mount Everest had suffered its first major avalanche at Base Camp. When all was said

and done, Nepal had lost more than 8,0000 people and the EBC lost 18 people.

The devastation, and what the IMG guides had to go through with the death and injuries, was unimaginable.

Hanlon was finally able to leave eight days later.

He admits it was a bittersweet end to his adventure but is happy he had the chance to experience the climb. Surviving the earthquake hasn’t slowed him down any, either. At age 77, he recently returned from a trip to Sedona, Ariz., where he has a second home and enjoys hiking around the Grand Canyon during his visits there. If you happen to see him out on one of his daily walks in Davidson, or at Toast on Main Street, say hi. I’m sure he’d love to meet you.

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Storied Past Cornelius author explores the challenges of a Civil War surgeon BY » Karel Bond Lucander PHOTOGRAPHY BY » Ken Noblezada

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t was Ken Burns’ “The Civil War” documentary that sparked Mickey Dunaway to write his historical fiction novel, Angry Heavens – Struggles of a Confederate Surgeon.

“It was an inspiration to me,” says Dunaway, who lives in Cornelius with his wife, Sandy. “Shelby Foote, one of my literary heroes who was consulted for the documentary, is the pre-eminent researcher on the Civil War. I would regularly refer to his three-volume treatise.”

Born and raised in Alabama with an upbringing “filled with Baptist preaching, family fish-fries and fall Saturday afternoons spent rabbit hunting,” Dunaway dedicated nearly 50 years to education. He began teaching in 1969, earned a doctorate in educational leadership (Ed.D.) from Auburn University, served in various administrative roles, and most recently was associate professor at University of North Carolina at Charlotte.

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account that centers around letters exchanged between a Charleston surgeon (Dr. James Merriweather) and his wife through diary entries, recounting his horrific work at field hospitals and her challenges back home.

A stickler for detail, Dunaway’s saga includes data and events culled from 3,000-plus hours of research. He self-published Angry Heavens through Archway, a division of Simon & Schuster.

“They offered a range of packages, and the experience was positive,” he says.

Along with a surgeon’s perspective of the Civil War, his book has a poignant message about Southerners.

“It’s about the conundrum that most Southerners face today: How can you love a land with slavery as its background? That

was what I wanted to get across: How a person could do that,” he says. “James Merriweather was opposed to slavery but still fought for his land because he loved his land so much.”

As Dunaway writes, “The wounds of slavery were intentionally inflicted by a people who were from the South but not Southern. They were selfish, belligerent, loud, angry, and worst of all, inhuman. … The heart of the South is not embodied in the economics of slavery, not in the Confederate Battle Flag … Nor is it in the refrain of “Dixie,” written by an Ohioan for Northern minstrel shows. It was and is found in its people, who are kind and gentle, distinct and diverse, proud but not vain, God-fearing and honest, and good and generous to a fault.”

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eady to fine tune or need a total wardrobe refresh? Spring into it with our stylish tips and remember fashion is nothing if not personal; being you never goes out of style.

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Comfort. It doesn’t have to equal unfashionable.

The infamous ‘muffin top’ can be a challenge at any age; whether you’re feeling a little soft around the edges or just want some parts to look a little flatter—look for a natural waist or high-waist pant. For comfort and style layer a hip-length shirt over the top of your pants and you’re LimitlessMagOnline.com | April 2020 19

be BOLD ready to go.

Jennifer Harrison of FlairTRADE Consign in Cornelius says “There is nothing wrong with needing a sprinkle of magic to smooth out areas.

A camisole tucked in under a linen top or a light sweater will help the top layer flow better and give you a longer look. A blouse with an elastic band at the bottom also creates an illusion of a smaller waistline.”

Layer it on

Weather at the lake can change quickly. It’s best if your wardrobe is flexible and the way to achieve that is layers.

Layering can seem intimidating—and to be sure many consider it an art. Here are the key things to focus on: color, texture (or fabric), and the bulk of an item—for

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up lightweight funnel neck jacket for a more sophisticated yet comfortable look and you’re good to go.

Head swiftly to the tailor

Jennifer Harrison example a heavy coat and chunky scarf would compete—choose one dominant piece.

If you’re coming from the tennis court or the boat, consider the versatility of leggings that can take you from exercising to streetwear effortlessly—pop on a zip-

As we age, body parts often start heading in different directions—what may have been the right cut for you a while ago may need a professional stitch or two now to make everything fit just right.

There are many quality alteration experts and tailors at the lake that don’t cost an arm and a leg and will make you feel like a million bucks.

Harrison says, “We lose inches in height, our waistline may widen, our shoulders are often not as broad, and we no longer want to feel restricted in tight cloth-

ing. A tailor can make all the difference in these areas.”

Stop to wear the flowers

There’s a lot of talk about florals and nature-inspired designs for Spring 2020.

Harrison says they are seeing 1960s inspired print florals and tropics (think palm leaves) and she is thrilled to see a lot of color. “Always say yes to color or at least a pop of color,” she says. “My tip: use a mix of solids and patterns. To minimize an area (usually chest or hips), wear a solid. To maximize an area wear patterns. Our eyes are drawn to patterns first.”

Lavender is also having a bit of a moment, reminding us it’s not just here to look pretty in a vase. And, never be afraid of a statement

sleeve. A little puff on the shoulders brings a touch of chic and can easily take an outfit from ‘meh’ to ‘marvelous.’

Stay classy, Lake Norman

While ruffles and flounces and feminine details are perfect for hosting a baby shower or bridal tea—the staples remain the same at any age.

Black and white are forever classic and will never go out of style. Neither will the little black dress—and your interpretation of it.

Staples to have on hand

Just like keeping the pantry stocked with a few go-tos for the surprise visit from the kids or grandkids, there’s a

few things that should be readily available in your lake closet.

“Capri pants, Bermuda shorts, casual knit tops, and very light knit sweaters for layering over the shoulders, and a large sun hat are essential,” says Harrison.

For men a variety of long and short sleeve polo tops that go beyond the golfsleeve style are good to have on hand and can easily be dressed up or down at a moment’s notice.

Bring a little bling Accessories make everything better. Just like chocolate, a cup of tea or a glass of wine, accessories can alter your mood and outfit immediately.

“If you wear a statement necklace, wear simple stud earrings,” says Harrison. “If

wearing statement earrings, long dangle pieces are best.

Don’t overdo it. For example, if you’re wearing a cocktail ring, opt out of wearing a bracelet on that same arm.”

Be you

What never goes out of style is your comfort. From fishing on the lake, your grandkids’ spring bonnet parade, a graduation, or a wedding—the goal should always be just to feel good.

Your style will continue to evolve, and having a strong sense of self will always be your best guide. An American classic with a modern twist, a mood booster, a party jacket or sustainable style it’s all up to you—be your own role model. You’ve earned it.

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amily vacations are gaining new meaning as more people choose to travel together with parents, siblings, kids, grandkids, and other extended family members.

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time to talk, ask questions and bond. Though multigenerational travel makes for memorable shared experiences, it requires thoughtful planning to accommodate a wide range of ages, interests and stamina.

Jennifer Boles, owner and chief exploration officer for Explore More Family Travel, is an avid traveler and travel planner. Her love for travel started through adventures

as a child with her mom and grandmother, and has continued on getaways with her dad and sister.

Now Boles is a self-described “culture loving mom of twins obsessed with finding flight deals” that guide her family’s next adventure.

She’s taken 18 overseas flights with her twins, who are now in kindergarten. Her motto: Just go. Boles shares some of her tips and ideas

for planning the best multigenerational getaways. Here are a few takeaways from my conversation with her.

Talk to me about how the travel industry is making accommodations for multigenerational travelers.

One of my favorite new concepts is the private resort.

It is a villa complex rented out by an entire family or group of people. Everything is included: food, drinks, activities, even cooking classes and a kids’ club. Surprisingly, the price for this type of experience is pretty reasonable.

Another example is the Haven on Norwegian Cruise Lines. This all-suite section of the ship is completely cut off from the rest of the trip and can only be accessed by those staying in this

section. There is a private pool, lounge, restaurant, and bar where the grandparents could stay while the rest of the family stays in the more active area of the ship. Or the kids and parents can also stay in the Haven and still have full access to the rest of the ship.

What are some of the best travel experiences for families traveling with a multitude of ages?

I think the easiest options are either a cruise or all-inclusive resort, but it is so important to choose the right cruise or all-inclusive. Many resort and cruise brands don’t market directly to the consumer, so if you do not use a travel advisor, you may miss out and possibly not choose a brand that is a good

fit for your family.

I am seeing more and more multi-gen families take trips to Europe. Seniors are more active than ever before, so they are not as content to lounge around for an entire trip. Europe allows for more exploring, which I think is important to get a feel for a destination.

What should families consider when planning a multigenerational trip?

Get the kids involved. That does not mean you allow them to pick the destination, but get them excited about the trip and make sure they are considered in the planning. Something I like doing is planning a scavenger hunt or something similar for the family to bond over while experiencing the destination.

Also, do not expect the entire group to be together the whole time. The group can break up according to interests, but there should also be plenty of time to engage with each other.

What are some of your favorite locations for multigenerational travel, both domestic and international?

I love the Mediterranean for family travel in general. If you are traveling with young kids, everybody is so accommodating. Plus, grandparents are very involved in the lives of their families in these countries, so it is a natural destination for multi-gen travel. As far as domestic travel, I love Hawaii. It has the perfect mix of adventure and relaxing, so everybody in the family can be satisfied.

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How retirement ignited a new profitable passion

Transitioning from technology marketing to wine has been smooth—as have been many of the wines.

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ne view of retirement is that it is a simple act of dropping out of formal, professional involvement in the economy.

Rather, dropping out to a life of late breakfasts and reading long-unread books. I have a fundamental problem with that. It leaves a lot of tremendous value sitting on life’s table—value in the form of a reservoir of accumulated wisdom.

Over a lifetime spent in any kind of endeavor a person accumulates more than simple skills. The lessons he or she learns go much deeper than that.

There’s an understanding of what works and why and, maybe more important, what doesn’t work and

why. I’m sure all of us have cracked a wry smile when some young person, confident as ever and wrong as usual, steps in to save a project. Been there, smiled at that.

A fulfilling career

Here’s my story. After years of developing wisdom (and scars) in the information and communications technology world, I formed a consultancy that helped clients market their technology products. Our work dealt with the golden fleece of any technology sales manager—how to get the attention and action of senior executives in a customer’s organization.

We applied basic competitive marketing methodology. We differentiated our clients

by communicating two things. First, we reoriented messaging around the strategic value that technology brings to an enterprise—as opposed to the usual message of reducing costs.

Second, we did that by focusing, fiercely, on what technology does and not on how, breathtakingly and wonderfully, it operates. That’s what gets senior executives excited. Our approach worked quite nicely.

Enter . . . wine

During this time, I developed an interest in and a taste for wine. In any wine lover’s journey, there’s an “aha!” moment. Mine was in Paris. A business partner took my wife, Mary Ellen, and me to a wine pairing

dinner at one of the City of Light’s best restaurants.

I tasted the first red wine of the evening, bells rang, and lights flashed. It was a wine from the Burgundy region of France. That was the moment that I felt compelled to discover more about the world of wine.

The very next day, my wife and I rented a car and headed to Burgundy to dig a little deeper. We ended up in a local restaurant and ordered a bottle of wine from the region. Bells and lights, again. It tasted similar to, but better than, the wine in Paris. We asked the proprietor of the restaurant where she procured her wine. She pointed us in the direction of, what looked to us, a modest house in the village of Gevrey Chambertin. A modest LimitlessMagOnline.com | April 2020 25

in my GLASS house that had a huge cellar.

I think the owner/ winemaker must have been lonely. He spent an afternoon with us, sharing some of the most spectacular wines we’d ever tasted. We were hooked.

The connective tissue

By now, you are probably asking how does all this wine tasting and technology messaging fit together? Not to mention my philosophical musing about reservoirs of wisdom. Let me explain.

The “confident as ever, wrong as usual” crowd was starting to wear on me. I was becoming impatient, cranky and exhausted. At the same time, I was digging deeper into wine. That’s when the wisdom kicked in.

I started to notice that “wine” was intimidating to

“I tasted the first red wine of the evening, bells rang, and lights flashed. It was a wine from the Burgundy region of France. That was the moment that I felt compelled to discover more about the world of wine.” most people. There would be article after article singing the praises of particular wines. To me, the articles carried an underlying impression that the writer was superior to the readers.

The writer was an expert on wine and the readers simply mere mortals who needed to have things about wine explained to them. It was

as if wine writers were like the technology smarties of old and readers were the ones intimidated by it all.

The impatient, cranky and exhausted part of me was overcome by the need to apply the communications skills that I had developed over the years—but the objective was wine, not technology.

A reservoir of wisdom aimed at a new target.

On a quest for knowledge

I enrolled in a couple of sommelier courses.

Class notes became embellished into articles about wine. They, in turn, became embellished into books about wine—each with the theme, “An Easy Way to Get Started.” I had a new goal. I was

removing the intimidation factor from wine. Wine is supposed to enhance life; not be an obstacle that has to be overcome, a pinnacle to achieve.

And, before I knew it, I started being published in CURRENTS Magazine and began appearing on a television show. And, a supreme pleasure has been augmenting my wife’s travel business endeavors with books and magazines about wine.

With all this wine stuff, I was applying all that I had developed over a professional career in a different segment. The reservoir of wisdom that I had built up wasn’t left sitting, idly and unused, on the table. In fact, the only thing left on any table was an empty wine bottle. Cheers!

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Area resident finds fulfillment in helping others after retirement BY » Jean Spangler

A

s we know, life is about change. There are lots of baby boomers like me who found themselves retired and living in a new area.

There are also those who have lost a spouse or couples retired and looking for ways to make their lives more purposeful. Empty nesters that just sent their last child to college after years of full-time parenting is another demographic searching for opportunities to use spare time in new ways that give back to their communities.

I moved to Davidson from Charlotte a little over a year ago after a long career in marketing that left me little time for volunteering, although I did manage a good

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issues-oriented march over the years to support a cause.

During the early days of my move, I was consumed with unpacking boxes and navigating my new community.

Then I found myself with something I’d never had before—time on my hands.

A chance meeting

At first, I dutifully walked to the library downtown to read newspapers to stay informed and hopefully, in shape. That took about two hours of my day. It was when I became reacquainted with an old friend that an opportunity for volunteering brought new meaning and perspective to my life. I’d known Marcia Webster, Executive Director of Davidson Housing Coalition (DHC), for years in Charlotte when

I ran into her in Davidson, where she had relocated in 1990. It was over several dinners getting reacquainted that she explained the purpose of the DHC organization and the misconceptions that surround “affordable housing.”

Webster asked me to become involved as a board member and to help with fundraising initiatives, such as “Holidays for Hope and Housing,” and the “Souper Bowl.” At first, I hesitated, not wanting to be tied down or sit in meetings. But soon, I learned about the short supply of affordable housing for people we all depend upon like firefighters, police, teachers, even wait staff in our area’s restaurants. I realized how much access to affordable housing is a crit-

ical issue when I heard the stories of two mothers living in their cars because they became homeless through job loss and unexpected medical and financial issues.

Webster also told me of veterans living in their cars while waiting on housing and the frustration of not being able to meet the demand of those desperate for a roof over their heads.

Another of my passions included ways to impact social justice issues like affordable housing, climate change, LGBTQ and women’s rights, to name a few. It was also through volunteering with DHC that I became involved with the Social Justice Committee at Davidson College Presbyterian Church where I discovered I could put my passion for social justice into

action. That connection resulted in yet another volunteer opportunity with Room In The Inn also supported by Davidson College Presbyterian Church.

Just like us

The first night I volunteered at Room In The Inn, I struck up a conversation with a woman about my age who became homeless after a divorce and a significant financial problem that resulted in her homelessness. As we sat together, she told me she was a landscape architect and had studied in Japan and California. I was mesmerized as she talked about the various plants and trees and their care in different climates. She explained the importance of understanding soil composition

and preparation, indigenous plants and gave me tips on pruning. I left feeling she had given me more than I had given her. She seemed to enjoy joy discussing ways to enhance my spring garden. I found joy in, hopefully, taking her mind off of her living situation for a short time by listening to the story of her life, her hopes, dreams and how she ended up homeless.

Volunteering, I’ve learned, is truly a “win/win” situation.

Finding perspective

I also found that volunteering made me worry less about myself and the “imagined” problems I think many people of my generation face as we get older and our life circumstances change. Volunteering made me realize

Jean Spangler found joy in volunteering for events such as the Davidson Housing Coalition’s annual Souper Bowl.

there are people with “real” problems living among us if we just see them and reach out with our most precious gift—time.

As Mahatma Gandhi said,

“The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service to others.” Now, I can happily say, I found myself by losing myself in volunteering.

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Different Generations

Working Together The Bailey’s Glen Hough High School Partnership Supports Both Students and Residents

BY » Renee Roberson

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n a community as close-knit as Cornelius, it’s no surprise that an active adult community would embrace and form a mutually-beneficial partnership such as the one with nearby Hough High School.

It all began when a group of Bailey’s Glen residents toured Hough High School in 2013, observing how much school had changed since they were teenagers.

The community first donated gift cards to students in need that holiday season, and decided they wanted to help on a more permanent basis. Bailey’s Glen has a community of retired educators who know teachers often dip into their own pockets to help provide educational materials for students. With $5,000 in seed money, a partnership was born.

The importance of academic support The Bailey’s Glen Hough High School Partnership is now a 501(c) (3) non-profit

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Members of the Hough High Howlin’ Huskie Show Choir perform regularly at Bailey’s Glen.

organization that assists students who need school supplies, clothing, food, eyeglasses, fees for tests and college applications and other needs. In addition, the Partnership has also been providing mini-grant funding to aid teachers in meeting the educational needs of students by funding requests for teaching materials, workshops, seminars and other items not funded by the school.

The partnership between Hough and Bailey’s Glen began in 2013, with an inaugural fundraiser that was a Silent Auction Gala.

A Casino Night fundraiser followed 18 months later, and was so popular it was repeated the next year. There

have also been other smaller fundraisers that have taken place over the years.

Over the last five years, the Partnership contributed $53,163 for student assistance, scholarships and teacher mini-grants as follows: • 239 student assistance requests - $16,154 • 21 scholarships $18,000 • 75 teacher mini grants $18,508

Providing helping hands and entertainment

For their role in the partnership, residents from Bailey’s Glen volunteer in the school as proctors for end-of-course exams and judges for Senior Exit Projects. Hough High faculty and students provide musical performances, offer Spanish classes, display art work and other various activities.

One of the areas of entertainment is the Hough High Howlin’ Huskie Choral Program, which has brought

performances to more than 600 residents at Bailey’s Glen. Hough High School’s Choral Director, Heidi Hickox-Gordon, believes financial support from the Partnership is integral to the program’s success and is grateful to have received helped with student expenses related to travel and competition opportunities.

Hickox-Gordon says, “Our students love performing at Bailey’s Glen. The enthusiasm and appreciation for the students has created a very special bond between the students and residents of Bailey’s Glen. “ In addition to the choral program, The Bailey’s Glen Hough High School Partnership also supports the school’s JROTC program, Jazz Band, among a wide variety of other clubs and interests. It is a partnership that continues to grow since that first tour of Hough High School and is ever evolving based on the growing needs of education, keeping the success of both the educators and students at heart.

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Rock Steady

BOXING BY » Elizabeth Watson Chaney Photography by » Ken Noblezada

Fighting Parkinson’s Disease Like Family

The Rock Steady Boxing program at Lake Norman Muay Thai offers a sense of community along with training support.

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hen Kru J.T. Smith first opened his Mooresville business, Lake Norman Muay Thai, in March 2016, his goal was to share his passion for the art of Muay Thai (Thai boxing). A former amateur and professional fighter, he earned his coaching certification in Thailand, where Muay Thai serves as the country’s official sport.

“Kru” is the Thai word for “teacher.”

Just over two years later, Smith began offering a new program at his gym: Rock

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Steady Boxing (RSB), a non-contact boxing class for people battling Parkinson’s disease. Smith, who has more than 30 years of martial arts education under his belt, first learned of its existence via the internet.

Parkinson’s disease is a neurodegenerative disorder that affects predominately dopamine-producing neurons in a specific area of the brain of the brain called substantia nigra. Symptoms include tremors, limb rigidity, gait and balance problems.

The benefits of boxing for sufferers of Parkinson’s has been researched and documented, explains Smith, who says, “all these

years I’ve been teaching people to hit so they can hurt other people; it came as a surprise that those same striking techniques are therapeutic for people with Parkinson’s disease.”

RSB was founded by Scott Newman and Vince Perez in Indianapolis, Indiana, back in 2006. After Newman was diagnosed with early-onset Parkinson’s at the age of 40, Perez, a friend and former Golden Glove boxer, became concerned about his friend’s decline. He invited Newman to join him at the gym so he could teach him how to box. Newman agreed, and he soon admitted to feeling better. Specifically, he saw

significant improvement in two common symptoms of Parkinson’s: instability and tremors. One day after a workout, he held his arm straight up and said, “Hey look, I’m rock steady!”

When Smith learned about the Indianapolis program, he went there to earn his RSB coaching certification.

The training shared some of the research that’s been done since the program was founded. A two-year study at the University of Indianapolis compared several small groups of patients. Each group was assigned a different exercise therapy to be done several times a week. Of all the activities

studied, RSB yielded the most improvements.

Two local physicians with Parkinson’s are members of Smith’s class, and several doctors in the community refer their patients to his program. Dr. Andrew Gross, a Mooresville neurologist who sees many Parkinson’s patients, offered his time as a volunteer one day during an RSB class. Afterward, he commented on social media that he was “very impressed,” calling it “a non-traditional approach to physical therapy for Parkinson’s that is active,

social, and fun.” Still, Smith pushes his students hard, because the research shows that exerting maximum effort yields better results.

Volunteers (Smith calls them corner people) are critical to keeping the participants safe, and there’s always a need for more of them. Their only job is to stay within arm’s reach of their boxer during the workout. If they start to look unsteady on their feet, someone is there to gently stabilize them and prevent a fall. “The more volunteers

I have, the more creative I can be with the workouts.”

Every six months Smith tracks his students’ progress with two simple tests. “Everyone shows improvement with balance,” he says, “at least 90 to 95 percent.” His very first RSB student had severe issues with balance, and he couldn’t take normal strides.

One day after finishing his workout, he was standing on the floor by himself, and his wife was in the waiting room watching him. He took eight perfect strides. “My

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mouth dropped open, and her mouth dropped open.”

She said she hadn’t seen him do that in a very long time.

In addition to the physical benefits of a program like this, the sense of community among participants can’t be understated. It’s a group of 25 people from all different backgrounds, all struggling with the same disease. They’re not just training together, explains Smith. They’re the people they go to when they’re in need of someone to talk to; “they’re like family.”

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The Gardens of Statesville:

Premier Senior Living

Residents stay active and engaged in this close-knit community

Residents are well cared for at The Gardens of Statesville. with nutritious meals, a variety of outings and their small pets to keep them company.

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esidents at The Gardens of Statesville don’t have time to be bored, as the many activities they can participate in keep them happy and engaged. They stay active with outings to restaurants, field trips, family nights, and lots of music.

Their monthly calendar is full of fun with Bingo, music, cooking, lunch bunch, exercise classes, movie nights, Bible studies, and outings for shopping and dining. “We really try to gear our activities to our current population of residents,” says Executive Director Mechelle Kanipe. “We ask them what they want to do and plan a lot of trips out in the community. We go out to eat and shop locally a couple times throughout the month.

The love of music is really strong in this community, whether it’s gospel or music from the 50s and 60s, so a lot of our activities are

geared toward music and live entertainment.”

The assisted living facility in Statesville is licensed for 67 residents. Right next door, Cardinal Village’s fifteen one to two-bedroom living cottages are an option for those who want to remain a little more independent.

“Our focus is to work hand-in-hand with the residents, their physicians, and families to provide a plan of care that maintains the health and well-being of each individual,” says Kanipe. She works with a medical director, registered nurse, in-house therapists, and much more.

A big focus at The Gardens is on nutrition. Carolina Nutrition Company provides

dietician-approved meals based on regional tastes.

Meals are offered for a regular diet, consistent carbohydrate diet, or for a no added salt diet. Three balanced, nutritional meals are provided each day plus snacks. A typical lunch might be meat loaf, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, dinner roll, and apple cobbler for dessert. Alternate menu items are also available.

Word gets out among those searching for assisted living care. “Statesville is a small town, and many of our residents are here because friends and family who have been here in the past recommended us,” says Kanipe. “We’ve been voted

Best Retirement Living for the last four years.”

The Gardens allows residents to have small pets, and people appreciate that. The staff hosts family night each quarter—very enjoyable for residents and their families. About 100+ people attend to enjoy food and fellowship together.

One family wrote this letter to The Gardens to thank them for their experience: “I was scared to place Mom, but you all made me feel better. You went out of your way to comfort us, even when we were a pain.

She was all we had left of our precious parents and you treated her, and us, with understanding. We want you

to know that throughout it all, we know you held her close to your heart and loved her. You all hold a special place in our hearts.”

From Nellie Grant’s family.

The Gardens encourages you to take the step to visit today and make an impact in the life of your loved one. www.premierseniorliving.com 2147 Davie Avenue, Statesville 704.878.0123

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EVENT INFO ROUNDUP Recreation

Pickleball Lessons for Beginners (April 1-22) The Cornelius PARC Department is offering a four-week session of pickleball lessons designed to teach beginning players 18 and older.

Lessons will be led by Bob Nibarger, USAPA Pickleball Ambassador for the Charlotte area, with assistance from local pickleball veterans. Participants are encouraged to bring their own paddles, though paddles will be available to use for those who do not have their own. $45 for Cornelius residents and $65 for non-residents, which covers all four weeks. To register, visit the website or call 704.892.6031 ext. 160, Cornelius.org/parc.

Education

Vessel Safety Checks with America’s Boating Club of Lake Norman (April 18) Stop by for a Vessel Safety Check, which is a courtesy examination of your boat to verify the presence and condition of certain Safety Equipment required by State and the Federal regulations. The Vessel Examiner is a trained specialist and is a member or the US Power Squadrons or the US Coast Guard Auxiliary. Free. Peninsula Yacht Club, 18501 Harbor Light Blvd., Cornelius, https://www. usps.org/localusps/lakenorman/.

Genealogy Essentials: The ABCs of Genealogy (April 18) For those who are new to genealogy research, this class will cover the basics of where to start, what to look for, and how to organize the information you discover. Free. 2-3 p.m.

Mooresville Public Library, 304 S. Main St., Mooresville, www.mooresvillelibrary.org

Special Events

Friends of the Library Used Book Sale (April 16-18) Pick up some new books on April 16 from 5-8 p.m.; April 42 LimitlessMagOnline.com | April 2020

17 from 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; April 18 from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Mooresville Public Library, 304 S. Main St., Mooresville, www.mooresvillelibrary.org MPL’s Speaker Series Hosts Author Wiley Cash (April 23) Cash’s novels include A Land More Kind Than Home, The Last Ballad and This Dark Road to Mercy. Free. 6:30 p.m.

Charles Mack Citizen Center, 215 N. Main St., Mooresville.

Theatre

On Golden Pond (April 17-26) Ernest Thompson’s play turned into an Academy Award-winning film tells the story of Ethel and Norman Thayer who spend each summer at their home on Golden Pond. The play explores the often-turbulent relationship shared by Norman and their daughter, Chelsea, and the difficulties faced by a couple in the twilight years of a long marriage. See website for ticket prices. Fri. and Sat. at 7:30 p.m.; Sun., 3 p.m. The Green Room Community Theatre, 10 S. Main Avenue, Newton, www.thegreenroomtheatre.org

Festivals

Downtown Mooresville Uncorked and Artsy (April 3) Local and regional artists also display and sell their works along Broad & Main Streets. Live music, in-tandem specials, and light appetizers are also served both inside of businesses and outside on the sidewalks.

Tickets include all tastings and a souvenir Downtown Uncorked & Artsy glass. The art and live music performances are free to attend. A portion of the proceeds benefits Mooresville Arts. The tasting portion of the event is $25 per person in advance or $30 at the gate, www. downtownmooresville.com.

Festival of Food Trucks 2020 (April 4) Check out the gourmet fare from the local food

trucks. Portions of Main Street will be closed for each event, so grab a bite to eat, listen to live music and check out the shops. 5-8:30 p.m. North Main Street, Mooresville, www. downtownmooresville.com.

‘Tawba Walk Arts and Music Festival (April 6) Featuring two stages of live bands and performances, multiple food truck courts, local craft breweries, sidewalk shop specials, street art, an ultra-cool kid zone and more than 100 local artists, craftsmen, and businesses. Free. Festivities kick off at 2 p.m. Old Town Cornelius, Oak Street Mill, Town Hall, Catawba Ave., www.oldtowncornelius.com.

Loch Norman Highland Games (April 17-19) Experience all the fun with Highland Dancing, Bagpipe Bands, Highland Athletics, a Giant Kid’s Zone, Scottish Merchants, Haggis, Celtic Rock and Traditional Performers, Historic Reenactments, Scottish Country Dancing, Sunday Church Service, Hearth Cooking, NC Beer and Wine, Whiskey Tastings, Kilted Running Events, Scottish Clan Societies, Shoot Long Bows and Blowguns, Throw a Battle Axe and so much more. See website for ticket pricing.

Gates open at 5 p.m. on Friday.

4431 Neck Road, Huntersville, http://lochnorman.com/ Earth Jam 2020 (April 25) Participants of all ages can enjoy free “green activities” including crafts, tree planting demonstrations, wildlife habitat improvements, nature walks, live bluegrass music, concessions and more. Free.

4-7 p.m. Robbins Park, 17738 West Catawba Ave., Cornelius, www.cornelius.org.

Concerts

Jazz Concert Series (Saturdays in April) Enjoy the sultry

tunes of local artists from all over North Carolina and even the United States. Bring a chair, blanket, or even snacks as you enjoy the music. April 4, Sean Higgins Trio; April 11, Lovell Bradford Group; April 18, Holly Hopkins Jazz; April 25, Noel Friedline Quartet.

Free. 5-8 p.m. Veterans Park, Main Street and Maxwell Street, www.huntersville.org.

Music @ St. Alban’s: Timeline Jazz (April 19) A versatile jazz combo, Timeline Jazz performs standard, Latin, Brazilian, funk, rock, and original compositions.

Seniors 62+, 15; General admission; $20. 3 p.m. St. Alban’s Episcopal Church, 301 Caldwell Lane, Davidson, www. musicatstalbansdavidson.org/ Arturo Sandoval with the Jazz Ensemble (April 21) With his mix of jazz, classical, rock, and traditional Cuban music, Sandoval has been awarded ten Grammy Awards with nineteen nominations, six Billboard Awards, an Emmy Award, and was the 2013 Presidential Medal of Freedom recipient. $10-$28. 8 p.m. Knobloch Campus Center, Duke Family Performance Hall, Davidson College, www.davidson.edu.

Dido and Aeneas (April 25 and 26) Davidson College Opera Workshop presents this timeless story of ancient, tragic love betrayed; our Dido and Aeneas will transport you from ancient Rome to the roaring 20’s. Follow along as they weave the baroque music of Purcell’s beloved score with the seduction, secrecy, and violence of organized crime during the prohibition era. Free and open to the public but tickets are required by contacting Union Box Office at 704.894.2135.

7:30 p.m. Tyler-Tallman Hall, Sloan Music Center, Davidson College, www.davidson.edu.

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What is a 55+ Community?

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he U.S. Dept of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) under the Fair Housing Act (FHA) prohibits housing discrimination because of, among other things, age. The Housing for Older Persons Act (HOPA) protects age-restricted communities from being sued by persons who do not meet the minimum age requirements.

There are two classifications of exempted communities under HOPA. The first is the 62+ restricted community where every occupant must be 62 years of age or older. The second, and much more common, is the 55+ community where a minimum of 80 percent of the occupied units must be occupied by at least one person who is 55 years or older. HOPA requires age verification procedures be in place to show compliance with this restriction. There are no specific age requirements for the remaining 20 percent except those established by the governing documents, also called Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions, or CCR’s, for that community.

You are well advised to review the CCR’s of any community you intend to live in with a person under 55 years of age. If a qualified person, 55 or older, is the legal guardian of a disabled adult who does not meet age requirements, this person is exempt from HOPA and any CCR’s .

Age “targeted” communities have no actual age restrictions but typically have master bedrooms on the first floor and lawn maintenance included in the HOA dues.

All these types of “senior” communities are called “Active Adult Communities,” a title that has no legal definition.

Karen Spell, Broker, SRES, J.D., 55+ Community Expert Helen Adams Realty 321-279-1384 kspell@helenadamsrealty.com PurplePineappleRE-NC.com

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True Wealth – Exploring Possibilities

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ife is full of transitions. From high school to college to first employment, from single to married to family, and now, from career to this time called retirement. Each phase gives us purpose and new goals.

The definition of retirement itself has been about closure; “…to withdraw from occupation or an active work life.” But there is a problem with that definition. Our generation sees it much differently, and not as an ending one. Perhaps we Boomers should call it exploration, not retirement? The definition of explore is “to examine or evaluate possibilities.” We are explorers, not withdrawers.

How can we make the transition more fulfilling? Have a plan and pursue it!

In every life stage, money played a prominent part of your goal setting. I propose a new concept for you to consider in your exploration (retirement) planning.

Seek to embrace True Wealth. Money matters, and always will, but money does not buy happiness.

The most valuable asset we have now is time.

What we do with our time should be at the center of our planning. My definition of True Wealth is an accumulation of the people and experiences we enjoy and cherished memories we make.

Achieving True Wealth is personal. Opportunities are limitless. You can dream big, plan well, and go after the things that mean the most to you.

In each issue, my columns will strive to provide you with ideas and information to help you define what True Wealth means for you.

Securities and advisory services offered through LPL Financial, a Registered Investment Advisor, Member FINRA/SIPC Jeffrey Karp, CLU®, ChFC®, CASL® founder of Karp Financial Strategies and is a registered representative of LPL Financial. More information and his blog, Permission GrantedSM can be found at www.karpfinancial.com.

Creating A Home Without Limits

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hether planning a new home or a renovation project, amidst the hundreds of decisions to be made to complete the process, you should consider how your home will function for you when you first move in, and how it will transition with you over the years, as your family dynamics change. Important to consider in the design phase is how long you’ll be in the home, if you are down-sizing from a larger home, or if spaces for visiting children and grandchildren need to be planned.

To design your home without limits, you’ll want to include multi-functional spaces. For example, in a multi-level home, stacking closets on each floor can be designed to meet the size requirements for an elevator which are used as storage initially, and later on as an elevator, if needed. To make your home accessible by friends and family of all ages and abilities, plan for a ramp hidden in your garage, which is much safer than having it out in the weather.

Other cost-effective features are: having one bathroom on the main floor large enough for a wheelchair turn-around; putting blocking in the walls of the bathroom for adding future grab bars; and a curbless shower design. The Hallways should be 4’ wide and the doorways 32”-36”’ wide, and consider lever handles on the doors.

Finally, task lighting is often not considered in the kitchen, along with pull-out drawers, and strategicallyplaced windows to maximize natural light, which will make you feel happier in your home.

Jennifer B. Pippin, FAIBD, CPBD, is owner of Pippin Home Designs, an awardwinning custom residential design firm specializing in homes with views that are client-inspired for joyful living.

For more information: www.pippinhomedesigns.com.

Tinnitus: What is It?

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hat is Tinnitus? Tinnitus is a sound that is perceived without an external stimulus. It is often a buzz, ring, static, crickets, or thumping sound heard by a person that other people do not hear.

Tinnitus is most often due to overactive nerves that are no longer receiving input due to a loss of hearing, much like that of a phantom limb pain. Tinnitus can also be a symptom of medication or other health concerns such as; Ménière’s Disease, sinus Tinnitus in quiet is like a pressure, Barometric Trauma, candle in a dark room. A or Temporomandibular Joint candle seems bright in the Disorder. No matter what dark, just like the tinnitus the cause is, the result is seems louder in quiet. an annoying sound that can become extremely distressing without treatment.

If something is advertised to “cure” tinnitus, it often attempts to treat what is creating the tinnitus in the first place. The complex component is determining A candle in a lit room is where the tinnitus is just as bright as before, but coming from and what the not as noticeable. In the cause is. With a thorough same way, tinnitus is not evaluation there are tinnitus as noticeable when there treatments available that is other noise. Treatment make the tinnitus less uses pleasant, masking noticeable and problematic. sound to diminish the Now, with an understanding perception of tinnitus. of what Tinnitus is, take this information to your audiologist to find out the best steps to treat it and find relief.

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Visit Lake Norman Humane’s website for a full list of adoptable pets.

Maggie

Maggie is a 4-year-old boxer mix who found herself pregnant and living at Animal Control. She gave birth to 13 puppies who have all found homes, but she is still looking for a good home. She is good with older kids and dogs but not sure of cats yet. Maggie is full of energy and would love a yard to run around in and then a couch to snuggle on. Her adoption fee is $200.

Milo

Milo is an adult male mixed Labrador Retriever. He is approximately 2 ½ years old, good with kids, housetrained, neutered, and okay with other dogs. He is best in a home without cats. He is up-to-date on all his shots. His adoption fee is $150.

Melody

Melody is a 2 ½ year-old female Pit Bull Terrier. Her foster mom says she is smart, food and ball motivated and loves people. She is good with other dogs as long as they have a calm temperament but is a little unsure about dogs who have more energy. She has not been spayed and her adoption fee is $200.

Katya

Katya is a female domestic shorthair kitten who is about 10 months old. She is good with other cats and kittens and housetrained. She is up-to-date on her shots and her adoption fee is $75.

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