Lake Norman Woman Magazine May 2021

EIGHT

habits

OF

HIGHLY

SUCCESSFUL

Women pg. 38

in this issue:

EDUCATION & LEARNING IN 2021

featuring

Jackie Sipe of Griffin Insurance

lessons in LEADERSHIP LEARNED FROM pg. 22

Mom

CHANNELING MOM’S

Whispers of Encouragement pg. 24

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’S TRIB U TE T O M O M S

V O L U M E

X I V

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N U M B E R

FIND US ON

X

FROM THE

WOMEN power

W E I N H E R I T T H E D A R N D E S T T R A I T S F R O M O U R PA R E N T S .

My father passed along to my brother crooked pinky fingers. To me, he handed down sweaty palms and rather short, stumpy legs. Thanks Dad. My mother gave me her face. Though I have no idea what the heck a spitting image is, I’ve heard repeatedly since I was a little girl that I am one of her.

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She gave me her hair, too. If I’m being honest, it’s not my favorite of the traits she passed along. Strands of my hair are quite confused about whether they need to go forward, backward, or to the side, choosing instead to sometimes go straight out in tufts that defy the laws of gravity. In fact, I’ve spent nearly my entire life wishing for different hair. But then I almost lost her.

As my mom lay in her hospital bed following an emergency surgery, with bedhead causing her locks to defy the laws of physics too, I went to the sink in her room to freshen up. Looking in the mirror, I couldn’t help but chuckle. My mom was not only across the room sleeping off the surgery, she was right there, looking back at me. As I stared at my image in the glass, still reeling from the fear the last 12 hours had held, I saw less of my flaws and more of my mom’s beauty. I was even thankful that my mane was just as it was—a reflection of her.

As an ornery teenager, though, I did not enjoy being compared to my mother. Matter of fact, I didn’t really appreciate anything, other than sleeping until noon. And a good eye roll. I certainly didn’t appreciate her face being on my body. Instead, when nearly everyone I met just had to point it out to me, I would execute that oh-so-endearing gesture and grumble, “Yeah, I get that a lot.”

I had a lot of growing up to do before I learned to appreciate the sacrifices my mother made and the love she put into taking care of our family— and that I had her face. But as I came to understand the depths of her devotion to us, seeing so much of her in me became a wonderful reminder that I am indeed my mother’s daughter…and that there’s no one else I would rather be. And though it took almost losing her to do it, I’ve even come to see my hair as an unexpected gift—the gift of being able to carry her with me everywhere and always.

Likewise, my children inherited some things from me that they wish they hadn’t. They’ve got my sweaty palms. They’ve got my feet that look like those of Fred Flintstone. And they have my hair. Recently someone dear to me, upon meeting them, commented that he saw my face in theirs too. Their response was an eye roll, so apparently they also inherited my proclivity for that. But maybe one day they’ll look in the mirror and take comfort in seeing my face there and in knowing that they are indeed their mother’s son. At the very least they’ll have the same gift my mom gave me—a wonderful reminder that I’m never further away than a glance in the mirror. w

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CELEBRATING THE

SUCCESS

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WOMEN

may

contents pg

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SUMMER FUN WITH FIDO!

family 24

Mommy Moments To Pass Along To Your Kids!

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Summer Tips For Fun With Fido

features 14

COFFEE TALK:

Happy Mother's Day From LKNW!

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LEADING THE WAY:

Mother-Daughter Duos Give Back to LKN

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community 12 42 AMIE WEIR LIBERTY PREPARATORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

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education 16

Learning A Growth Mindset

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10 Benefits Of Reading Aloud To Children

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SUCCESS STORY:

The Influence Of A Good Teacher

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Michele Edwards

Julianne Colvin, DDS

COVER STORY:

Stop And Smell The Roses WOMAN TO WATCH:

Karen Kleiner

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LIVE, LEARN, GROW

WOMEN ON THE MOVE

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WORDS MATTER

MICHELE EDWARDS

health 40

STUDIO 73 DANCE

Dental Health: What To Expect While You're Expecting ...

And After!

home 44

INSIDE DESIGN WITH STARR MILLER:

Eating In

self 38 50

TIPS, TRICKS, & HACKS:

JULIANNE COLVIN

CRAWFORD & COLVIN FAMILY AND COSMETIC DENTISTRY

Road Trip Edition

MIND, BODY, SPIRIT:

Lessons From "The Book Of Joy"

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8 THINGS SUCCESSFUL WOMEN DO

22 ON THE COVER: JACKIE SIPE OF GRIFFIN INSURANCE

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TIPS, TRICKS, & HACKS FOR AN UPCOMING FAMILY ROAD TRIP

14 KAREN KLEINER ANATOMYWISE PILATES AND MOVEMENT CENTER

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P H OTO G R A P H Y B Y: CHELSEA BREN

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8 THINGS:

8 Things Successful Women Do

DISCOVER home.

UNLOCK happy.

“The most important work you’ll ever do will be within the walls of your own home.” - Harold B. Lee AMANDA GLOWACKI OWNER / NC REALTOR ® 704-962-7889 amanda@amandakatehome.com

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LIVE, LEARN,

Life takes practice! And though they don’t always come wrapped in a shiny red bow, the lessons we learn along the way are invaluable gifts that are worth sharing. Here are a few noteworthy examples featured in this issue:

I HOPE YOU DANCE

TO DESCRIBE MY MOTHER

Flip on over to PAGE 14 where we sit down with Michele Edwards, owner of Studio 73 Dance in Huntersville. Entering her 22nd season, see how Michele has adapted during pandemic and how her faith, family, and gratitude are stronger than ever.

WOULD BE TO

PRIORITIZING SELF

WRITE ABOUT

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Karen Kleiner, owner of Anatomywise Pilates and Movement Center in Denver, is a great example of reinventing yourself … even in midlife! After working in the medical arena for 25 years, Karen began to prioritize her health and her career path, and Anatomywise was born.

A HURRICANE IN ITS PERFECT POWER. OR THE CLIMBING, FALLING COLORS OF A RAINBOW.”

–MAYA ANGELOU

MEET MAY’S COVER GIRL

Some people become leaders after years of practice and mindfulness; for others, taking the reins just comes naturally.

Dr. Julianne Colvin, partner and dentist at Crawford & Colvin Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Huntersville, is most definitely the latter. We catch up with Julianne on PAGE 22 w

Jackie Sipe, VP of operations at Griffin Insurance, is a North Carolina native who has navigated her life and career with faith and tenacity.

Jackie shares some of her insights with our readers on PAGE 30.

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BORN TO LEAD

COMMUNITY

backwards, forwards it still spells MOM and upside down it’s WOW! We here at LKNW wish to pay tribute to all the WOW in all the MOMs out there …

“As I was waiting in a restaurant lobby a few years ago for my mother to arrive for a lunch date, I felt the stranger beside me staring. I turned to her and smiled, and she apologized, explaining that she couldn’t believe how much I looked like her cousin, who she hadn’t seen in 20-plus years. As my mother walked in, my new friend let out a squeal of delight and jumped up to embrace my mom, who was the cousin I reminded her so much of. I love looking like my mother. She’s uniquely gorgeous, strong, smart, and sassy, and I treasure every feature we share because when I see this woman I admire so much in my own face, it makes me feel the same. Mostly, though, seeing my mom each time I look in the mirror reminds me how lucky I am that I belong to her.”

–Dana Jordan

“

SHE RAISED THREE GIRLS AND A BOY

TO ALWAYS BELIEVE

IN THEMSELVES. SHE TAUGHT US GIRLS

TO BE STRONG AND, SUBSEQUENTLY, WE KNOW WE CAN DO ANYTHING WE SET OUR MINDS TO.” –Laura Adams

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“

- Chelsea Bren

–Michele Schuermann

“My mom has lots of good advice but the one thing she says A LOT is:

‘You can’t

change who you are

so go be

the best

YOU!’”

–Stephanie Sullivan

“This is our first Mother’s Day without our precious Mama but while the universe may have shifted when you died, the difference you made on planet Earth lives on. We miss you, Wannie!”

–Leslie Ogle

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FEATURE

coffee talk

: k l a t e e f f co A Sit-Down Chat with MICHELE EDWARDS, Owner of Studio 73 Dance in Huntersville

Our First Cup

Every day is a NEW day to rise, seek opportunity, and be better than the day before. The studio is pushing through our 22nd season one step at a time. Our dancers have continued to show up each dance day to move and groove through activity to enhance our body, mind, and spirit. Through this pandemic I’ve learned there is opportunity in every obstacle. It’s through the challenge that opportunity is found; you simply have to be willing to learn through the mishaps and know that tomorrow will be a victory over the day before.

MICHELE EDWARDS

STUDIO 73 DANCE

A Perfect Blend of Flavors

What’s brewing in the kitchen?

Faith, Family, and Gratitude

The key to a balanced life is prioritizing your desires and relationships. For me it’s first and foremost my relationship with God through prayer and daily devotionals. My husband and our marriage come second to God with our emphasis placed on our relationship through HIM together.

Our children and relationships with them are next where we encourage open dialogue and conversation.

Daughter Finley is navigating through her senior year and pondering college decisions, and our son Easton is also in high school and stays busy with JV soccer.

It’s important to find time in each day to stop and talk with both of our kids.

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Something new we’ve adopted in our family is ordering meals via Home Chef. The meal service allows us to select meal kits that are delivered weekly. Our selections are based on our schedules, so we can choose a quick 15-minute meal kit; or if we know we will have extra time to be in the kitchen together, we will select a more elaborate meal. The ingredients are fresh, cooking instructions are easy to follow, and it’s been an easy way for us to eat portioned meals that are healthy … not to mention fun quality mealtime together as a family.

I unwind and relax with a cup of coffee or a nice dinner with a glass of wine. I simply love a quiet room with low lighting and soft music. When it comes to food, I’m a protein and veggie gal! I love steak, potatoes, and green beans … apple cider vinegar is my go-to and I put it on just about everything.

"… and know that tomorrow will be a victory over the day before."

One for the Road

The beach is our family’s happy place. We have taken a few trips recently to Hilton Head, Charleston, and St. Simons Island, Georgia. We enjoyed a family Christmas trip to Disney World and felt completely safe throughout our entire time in Florida— with all of the safety and health protocols in place and properly followed. We had a great time and are looking forward to more travel very soon! w

Michele Edwards is the owner of Studio 73 Dance located at 102 Parr Dr. in Huntersville.

You may contact her at 704.875.9911, or visit www.studio73dance.com.

WRITER LESLIE OGLE

PHOTOGRAPHER CHELSEA BREN

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EDUCATION

UCA D E E TH

TION OUR KIDS NEED M O S T:

Learning a growth Mindset

F O R G E N E R AT I O N S , PA R E N T S A R O U N D T H E

world have made their children’s education a top priority, knowing it is the key to a bright future.

At the same time, parents everywhere have come to understand that traditional approaches to teaching and learning—such as rote learning and teaching to the test—are broken. The evidence? Fifty-two percent of college freshmen do not have a successful first year.

Their stats look good on paper (high GPAs, strong SATs and ACTs), but the qualities that the 21st-century values most and demands of our children—social and emotional intelligence, soft skills, a growth mindset—are missing. Dr. Carol Dweck, an award-winning Stanford university professor of motivation, personality, and social development found in her research that a fixed mindset is very limiting. In contrast, a growth mindset enables people to develop their talents and abilities through hard work, learning new strategies, and help from others. She explains: “A growth mindset is an empowering belief.”

Collegiate researchers aren’t the only ones to comprehend the importance of a growth mindset, however. In 2018, LinkedIn surveyed over 4,000 leaders across a broad spectrum of professions, asking, “What matters most?

What matters most now, and what will always matter?”

New York Times journalist Lydia Dishman summarized their responses: “The top priority for developing talent is to train for soft skills…the rise of machine-led tasks makes it necessary for people to do what machines can’t, which is to be adaptable, critical thinkers.”

As such, it is more critical than ever that parents choose the right school for their children. A curriculum that teaches students to think independently, to work collaboratively, to tackle real-world problems, and to have the kind of safe, positive, constructive failures that

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are the source of authentic learning is the key to not only a successful transition to college, but to success in the real world beyond academia. The Woodlawn School in Mooresville is one of the very first schools in the Charlotte region to offer this type of hands-on, learning by doing, projectbased education.

More and more parents are taking the leap and making project-based learning the centerpiece of their children’s instruction. After all, who doesn’t want to provide their children with the skills and mindset that is takes to succeed now and in the future? w

Woodlawn School introduced hands-on, learning by doing, project-based learning to the Charlotte region in 2002. Founded by brilliant technologists who partnered with highly trained mentor teachers, the Woodlawn School offers a curriculum that fosters social and emotional intelligence, the mastery of vital academic skills and content, and promotes that all-important growth mindset our children need to thrive, now and throughout their lifetime.

For more information about Woodlawn School visit the website at woodlawnschool. org, or better yet, visit the school at 135 Woodlawn School Loop in Mooresville.

CONTRIBUTED BY WOODLAWN SCHOOL

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EDUCATION

once upon a time …

10 Benefits of Reading Aloud to Children The 1985 landmark report Becoming a Nation of Readers concluded that “the single most important activity for building knowledge … is reading aloud to children.” Reading aloud to kids has clear cognitive benefits—brain scans show that

hearing stories strengthens the part of the brain associated with story comprehension, visual imagery, and word meaning. One study found that kindergarten children who were read to at least three times a week had a “significantly greater phonemic awareness than did children who were read to less often.”

Reading aloud also strengthens children’s social, emotional, and character development. Research indicates that reading to very young children is linked to decreased levels of aggression, hyperactivity, and attention difficulties. As it increases their vocabulary, as well as their sense of empathy and other social characteristics, they are better able to use words to describe feelings that are otherwise difficult to express. This in turn allows them to better control their behavior when they encounter emotions like sadness or anger. Here are 10 other benefits to reading aloud to your children:

Builds Vocabulary Improves Reading Comprehension Promotes Empathy Reduces Stress Boosts Brain Development Exposes Kids to Different Experiences Increases Chance for Success Helps Develop Communication Skills Builds Self-Esteem Deepens Family Connections

For more information on the benefits of reading aloud to children and the source of this article, visit www.reachoutandread.org.

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H ER DEF I N I TION OF LEADERSHIP:

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FEATURE

An effective leader positively motivates and encourages others toward a common goal through clear communication and a foresight for the future.

Setting expectations by personal example and acknowledging the hard work and progress of others is essential.”

Some people become leaders after years of practice and mindfulness.

But for others, taking the reins just comes naturally, as if they were born for leading the way.

Dr. Julianne Colvin is most definitely the latter.

Because she was always one of the oldest in her elementary school classes, her peers looked up to her (literally!) and her teachers relied on Julianne to set a good example.

But her leadership qualities extended beyond an early birthday. “I was responsible, a quick learner, and looked out for my friends,” she recalls. However, like many good leaders, she was not afraid to explore the limits. “I recall one incident in third grade,” she explains, “when I did a gymnastics flip off the monkey bars at recess… my teacher was pretty upset by my ‘example.’”

Julianne didn’t have to look far for a role model when it came to balance and leadership: it was her mother, a pharmacist in their hometown. “She raised three children under the age of 3 with more grace than I’ll ever know,” she smiles. “She was always present and intentional in our lives and set high expectations that we adopted for ourselves.”

Julianne continues to look to her mother’s example as she leads her team and treats her patients. Like her mom, she strives to connect with each person she encounters. Julianne has adopted a very approachable leadership style that is based on mutual respect. “I value ideas, input, and feedback from my team to create a culture of investment and purpose. They are rock stars in their roles and want to do well. Once you give respect, you gain respect.”

julianne

colvin, DDS

CO-OWNER, FAMILY & COSMETIC DENTIST,

Crawford & Colvin Family and Cosmetic Dentistry

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Like all great leaders, Julianne has had her share of challenges as well as successes, and she credits her faith and perseverance for always moving her forward. “Life is not a smooth, straight path. Setbacks are inevitable and outcomes can be out of our control,” she says. “But knowing that all situations have purpose and can work together for good has proven to be my most effective tool for inspiration and success.” w

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I WISH I HAD MORE:

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Quiet time!

LIFE/WORK MANTRA:

BIGGEST WORK PET PEEVE: Negativity

"It’s the little things that matter most. People always remember how you make them feel.”

or drama

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CAREER HIGHLIGHT:

Dental mission trip to Guatemala

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FAMILY

Mother knows best, right?

The problem is, they can’t always be right beside us when we need them. But if you’re like me, you can close your eyes and hear whispers of your mom’s wisdom whenever you need encouragement, support, and a gentle reminder that “you’ve got this.” So in honor of Mother’s Day, we’ve collected some words of wisdom you’re sure to want to pass along to your own children some day!

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EDUCATION

success story

THE INFLUENCE OF A

GOOD teacher

THE AVERAGE HIGH SCHO O L S T U D E N T will spend 4,000 hours

with teachers in four years. Elementary students spend more awake hours in school then they do at home.

As a mother contemplating those statistics, Amie Weir, founder and head administrator at Liberty Preparatory Christian Academy (LPCA), fully understands the obstacles parents face in being intrinsically involved in the education of their children. That’s why LPCA blends the best attributes of traditional classroom education with independent study into one unique model in which students receive instruction on campus three days a week and do course work under a parent’s guidance at home the other two.

Amie also has a keen understanding of the important role teachers play in students’ lives—both academically and in their long-term success. “We know, of course, that our students will be affected by their teachers,” says Amie. “What we ask instead is how they will be affected.” And to ensure that the answer is a positive one, the teachers on staff at LCPA demonstrate the following exemplary traits:

1 A strong sense of mission For the teachers at LCPA, teaching is a calling, and they look for God to change lives in the classroom. Says middle school teacher Moly Hammack: "At LCPA I am supported and encouraged to continue God’s mission while teaching and coaching, and my own children have also thrived in a rigorous academic environment sustained with love and grace.”

2 Love for their students Love can make a bigger impact on a student than the curriculum. That’s why the teachers at Liberty Prep make the choice to show love--even on the days when love is hardest. “I truly believe that my teaching position at LPCA was God led,” says second-grade teacher Lisa Burton. “I was teaching in public school and knew that was not where God wanted me to be,” she continues. “So I prayed about it, and then I was hired at LPCA. Now I view working with our students, who are beyond amazing, as a heavenly job that is truly amazing.”

A willingness to partner with parents The teachers at Liberty Prep view their parents as co-instructors. "One of the many blessings about being a teacher at LPCA is the ability to partner with parents to empower students to gain solid academic knowledge and deeper spiritual understanding,” explains elementary-school teacher Margaret Lindeman. “This is reflected in their work ethic, how they face challenges, how they interact with others, and how they will live productive lives as Christian adults and leaders."

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4 A strong relationship with God The teachers at Liberty Prep openly demonstrate and model Christian principles, teaching by example that prayer and relationship with God are the most important keys to everything in our life, including our work in the classroom. “We can teach in our own power,” says Kim Pedersen, a high school teacher, “but we’ll only accomplish so much. Our real, lasting impact comes from God.” w

THE TEACHERS OF LIBERTY PREPARATORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

AMIE WEIR, FOUNDER

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FEATURE

coverstory

JACKIE SIPE GRIFFIN INSURANCE

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If you were asked to find someone to represent native North Carolina women, you couldn't select anyone more fitting than Jackie Sipe. Raised in Lincoln County by parents whose family roots span generations, Jackie has lived in North Carolina her entire life. Surrounded by family, longtime friends, and associations that often began at birth, Jackie exemplifies what

stopand

it means to have deep roots in a small southern community.

Roses

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“I was born in Lincoln County and grew up in Lincolnton,” Jackie explains.

“As a young girl, Lincolnton was much smaller than it is today. I can remember trips to a local Fish Camp with my family and we knew everyone there–and most of them went to church with us.”

The values of family, faith, and caring about the welfare of neighbors were instilled in Jackie and would be the foundation upon which she built her adult life and career.

Jackie’s association with the Lake Norman region goes back to the early years after the lake was first created. Her parents purchased a lot on Lake Norman and as was customary in the late 60s, the family would often camp lakeside for the weekend. Jackie remembers these trips with much fondness.

“I remember trips to our lake lot well,” Jackie recalls. “We had a truck with a camper cover and we all slept on foam mattresses. We would cook our breakfast on a gas stove. My parents loved to fish, so we would go out early in the morning and fish all day.”

Growing up, Jackie often helped her parents with their textile manufacturing business, which gave her firsthand insight into what it takes to create and sustain a successful operation. Her

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inspiration to be successful came from having two loving and supportive parents—and Jackie wanted to make them proud of her. “My dad had to quit school to help support his family when his father had a stroke at the age of 45,” Jackie shares. “He later got his high school diploma and went to a textile school. He worked many years in a hosiery mill until they went under, and he was left without a job.” This led to her father establishing his own manufacturing operation, a textile facility focused on women’s sportswear apparel.

Because of her parents, Jackie learned what perseverance was, and she carried that with her as she began her own career after graduating from Wingate College (now Wingate University).

Jackie says she didn't have a specific career path in mind, but she knew she wanted to look and feel “professional” whatever the pursuit might be. As it turned out, her first job would be as a bank teller, a position she found quite satisfying.

“I worked hard and eventually was promoted to a supervisor for the tellers, then promoted to a customer service representative, then my last promotion was to the Assistant Bank Operations Manager,” Jackie says. “I loved this position, something about the behind-the-scenes stuff was very interesting to me. I loved my job and vowed I would never leave, but around 1991, computers came into the work force; all operations for the bank were centralized to the home office and my job was eliminated. This was devastating for a single mom–I needed an income!”

As fate would have it, a former customer at the bank shared a lead for a new career in the insurance industry. “I knew nothing about insurance, only that I had to have it, but thought maybe my banking background would help me in the insurance industry,” Jackie explains. In retrospect, the fit must have been ideal, as Jackie went on to establish herself firmly in the insurance industry.

In 2000, Jackie began working with Griffin Insurance, a company that has seen tremendous growth over the decades–and Jackie's responsibilities and contributions grew right along with the agency.

“Over the past 20 years, we have completed nine mergers with Nationwide agents who have retired, and we have purchased five independent agencies,” Jackie explains. “We have a staff of approximately 45 employees at seven locations. We are spread throughout Iredell, Lincoln, Yadkin, Ashe, and Wilkes counties.”

The successes have been fulfilling but the responsibilities meant long hours. Jackie says that workhome life balance has been one of the most challenging aspects throughout her career.

“I have always taken an ownership in whatever company I worked for,” Jackie offers, “so my work ethic has remained strong. I wanted to make sure we always reached the finish line. As I have gotten older, I realize more the importance of precious time with my family. I try to spend more time with my parents and also with my son, Nick Dellinger, his wife, Barbi, and my two grandsons, Easton and Cooper. It is something I consciously work on every day.”

As Jackie looks towards the future, she considers the path that led her to the successes she enjoys today. “I have been in the industry since 1992 and a lot has changed. You must be able to adapt to change to survive.

This industry is about helping people and that is the one thing I love the most. We protect people’s assets and that makes me proud.”

As for retirement, Jackie has a vision of what her life will be like at that point. “In my retirement years, I would love to freshen up my piano playing skills and take ballroom dancing … I pray for good health, time to relax, time at the beach, and to read more books, watch more movies, and enjoy spending more time with my family. I will make more time to stop and smell the roses, for the older you get, the faster life passes by.” w

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women

move

ON THE

Iredell Health System is pleased to welcome

RACHEL B. DISANTO, MD, to Statesville

Family Practice, a part of the Iredell Physician Network. Dr. DiSanto is a board-certified family medicine physician with more than 13 years of diverse clinical and leadership experience.

She graduated magna cum laude, earning a bachelor’s degree from Elmira College in New York before earning her medical degree from the University of Vermont.

KIM HONEYCUTT of

Huntersville, co-founder of icuTalks, reports that the nonprofit mental health ministry continues meeting the third Tuesday of each month at Mosaic Church in Huntersville.

With strict COVID-19 safety measures in place, icuTalks (www.icutalks.com) offers the opportunity to share your mental health journey with others.

STEPHANIE WESTBROOK DIXON

announces the release of her first book “Shushing the Should Be’s—Releasing the Grip of Mom Guilt and Learning to Just … Be.” Stephanie has lived in the Lake Norman area for almost 13 years and is eager to share her passion with the community. “The book came to be after gaining the understanding of just how much moms (and really women in general!) are suffering under the weight of the ‘shoulds’ and I just want to encourage women however I can.”

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LISA TATE (center) and staff at Iredell Health

System lay out the logistical details of a vaccine clinic that took place in March. With Covid disproportionately affecting certain segments of our populations, Iredell Health planned a community vaccination event specifically geared toward African Americans.

DR. KENDRA J. HATFIELD, is excited to

introduce a state-of-theart instrument that allows custom eyeglasses to be completed in under 48 hours from ordering.

The optical boutique, Tradewinds Eye Care, is delighted to offer this premier service to the community. The new technology brings many advantages that have been missing locally in the eyewear market.

Iredell Health System, in partnership with the Iredell Physician Network, is pleased to welcome ALLISON CLAY, FNP-C, to Family

Care Center of Taylorsville and as a provider for Iredell Health System’s industrial clinics. Allison is a certified family nurse practitioner with more than eight years of registered nursing experience in an intensive care unit.

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HEALTH During pregnancy: From the beginning of pregnancy until your body’s hormone levels return to normal, pregnancy gingivitis is a common condition we see in the mouth. Moderate inflammation and bleeding is normal but it is still recommended that you visit the dentist for routine cleanings to control these manifestations.

During the 2nd trimester, some women may grow a bump on their gums, known as a “pregnancy tumor” –this is a benign overgrowth of gum tissue between the teeth and commonly resolves after the baby is delivered.

While pregnant, dental x-rays are safe for both the mother and child during all trimesters. Dental x-rays are part of the diagnosis process and are commonly recommended if a dental problem arises.

FA M I LY P L A N N I N G C A N B E A V E R Y exciting and busy time in a person’s

life. Among doctors’ appointments and setting up the nursery, it is still crucial to routinely visit the dentist before the baby arrives. Cleanings and certain dental procedures can be provided safely during pregnancy. Seeing your dentist can also help with any dental symptoms you may be experiencing. It is important to inform your dental team that you are pregnant and how far along you may be. Knowing what to expect may provide peace of mind during a busy time in a mother’s life.

After pregnancy:

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Birth to 2 years old: Infants

will usually get their lower bottom two front teeth around 6 months; sometimes this varies child-to-child. By age 2, a child should have all 20 primary teeth but like the first tooth, this may vary as well.

Getting your baby used to the feeling of a toothbrush in their mouth and on their gums is recommended. It is safe to use a pea-size amount of toothpaste as soon as the teeth start to come in through the gums to prevent tooth decay.

Dr. Claire Papp, DMD, is an associate at White and Haines Advanced Dentistry located at 9725 Caldwell Commons Circle in Cornelius. You can reach the dentistry team at 704.896.9535 or give them a virtual visit at www. drswhiteandhaines.com.

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Common antibiotics prescribed in dentistry, such as Penicillin, Amoxicillin, and a few others, are safe for a mother to use while pregnant. Tetracycline is an antibiotic that is strongly advised against due to the toxicity and high risk of teeth discoloration in the developing child.

Certain dental anesthetics used to numb patients to keep them comfortable during dental procedures are also safe for the mother and her unborn baby.

A child’s first dental visit should

be at age 1 or within 6 months of their first tooth, whichever comes first, according to the American Association of Pediatric Dentistry.

It is imperative to expose your child to dental visits to allow them to become accustomed to the appointment, sounds, smells, and dental environment.

Around 6 years old a

child’s first adult tooth or teeth come(s) in behind the set of baby teeth. This impressionable age is a great time to establish a daily oral hygiene routine at home to create a healthy environment for the rest of the adult teeth that follow. As the baby teeth become loose and adult teeth start to come in, it is common to notice your child grinding. This is similar to infant teething and is considered normal until around the pre-teen years. w WRITER DR. CLAIRE PAPP, DMD

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Mother-Daughter Duos Give Back To LKN T H E M OT H E R - D A U G H T E R R E L AT I O N S H I P I S S O S T R O N G

that it affects how the daughter will approach every other relationship in her life. That’s why spending time together is one of the greatest gifts a mother can give her daughter. The Lake Norman Chapter of the National Charity League (NCL) provides mothers not only with an opportunity to get that all-important one-on-one time with their daughters, it also inspires in the daughters a life-long legacy of social awareness and compassion.

NCL was formed in 1925 in Los Angeles by a group of women interested in philanthropy work. They supported the Red Cross by making layettes and delivering baskets of food to the hungry, often bringing their daughters with them as they volunteered. By 1938, so many daughters had become involved that they formed their own group, uniting with NCL ten years later to become the nation’s first mother-daughter charity.

Today, 270 NCL chapters exist, including the one in Lake Norman, which currently has more than 250 members who serve 18 philanthropies in the region.

Girls can join the chapter during their 7th grade year and are able to participate through their 12th grade year. In addition, the Lake Norman chapter is growing and is always looking for new philanthropy partners in the area. If you would like more information on membership or as a nonprofit organization, visit the NCL Lake Norman website at www.nationalcharityleague. org/chapter/lakenorman.

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Jodene Marsh and ten other ladies founded the Lake Norman chapter in 2017 out of the desire to strengthen the mother-daughter bond while giving back to the Lake Norman community. The chapter promotes social awareness by considering the needs that exist right here in Lake Norman and selecting appropriate non-profit organizations to serve through different volunteer activities. Through a small-group leadership program, the younger members come to know the joy of helping others, learn tolerance and kindness, build confidence and maturity, and make friends while sharing and participating in service activities. The mothers have the satisfaction of working alongside other talented women and their daughters as they broaden their perspective of the world around them. Jodene adds: “It’s the best of both worlds. You get to help your community and you get to volunteer with your daughter.”

Just like other chapters, the Lake Norman group focuses on leadership development, cultural experiences, and philanthropic service through local partnerships. Jodene’s 15-year-old daughter, Ava, participates in the organization with her mom. The mother-daughter duo signs up for various projects, though since the quarantine, that has meant pivoting and finding creative ways to meet the needs of their philanthropic partners, such as making masks, delivering food donations, and writing letters and cards to the elderly and sick. Prior to Covid, Ava’s favorite charity to serve was Accordius Health, where she played Bingo and other games with the elderly residents or just was present to talk with them.

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been vaccinated, my husband Tom and I went out to dinner for the first time in 395 days. We felt naughty and giddy at the same time. It was delightful!

Truth be told, our kitchen has never had the work out that it has had over the past year. My mother was an incredible cook and took eight years of cooking classes. We, on the other hand, are those people who love to go out and cook in only four times per week.

Like everyone else, we have Door Dashed, picked up, made big meals, and truly gotten the most out of our kitchen this past year.

Fortunately, we had done an update in 2019 that paid off BIG TIME in 2020 and now 2021.

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PLAN The joy of redoing a space is that you can plan out exactly what you want and how you want to use the space. The process gets overwhelming only when you are trying to beat a deadline. Let’s just take the deadline off the table and make great decisions.

Put together the plan, get everything on order, and then go on with your lives while you wait. Consider it Christmas shopping in January and then not having to deal with it for the rest of the year. Sweet relief!

As the year went on, my firm received more and more calls for kitchen renovations. Everyone was using their home to its best ability and many have found they want more. There is now a building boom combined with a global supply chain issue. Appliances are on backorder. The microchips used in many items such as refrigerators and microwaves are on a global shortage; the ships coming out of Asia are way behind, and many furniture vendors have closed for a few weeks while they try and get foam for furniture due to a shortage in foam production in Texas.

• Write down a list of what works in your kitchen and what does not.

• Consider how you and your family move around the space.

Is it easy to move about? Are items conveniently located?

• Make a list of appliances that need to be replaced.

• Collect photos of kitchens you like and a few you do not.

• Consider rooms that are beside the kitchen—will there be changes made to those rooms that will affect choices you make in your new kitchen? Put those changes into the plan now.

Goodness, what do we do?

• Decide on a budget. When a professional designer asks you for a budget, we want to make sure that we can meet your goals, that your budget is realistic, and that you understand the investment. DO NOT USE HGTV as a guide. As a former designer with HGTV, you are not getting the clear picture of pricing. Many materials are gratis from vendors and many contractors offer their services for free. The numbers they give are NOT realistic. A professional will be able to help guide your budget, but you must have an idea of how much you want to spend to even start a conversation.

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Our resident home-design expert, Starr Miller, has garnered local and national acclaim with more than 30 industry honors. An alumnus of the prestigious Parsons School of Design in New York, Starr has built a strong following as the principal of her sought-after design firm, located in Cornelius, NC. She feels the composition of a space must originate with the client’s unique perspective. Along with that perspective she brings together her team’s collaboration, design skills and refined processes in a way which results in truly captivating homes for her clients.

StarrMiller Interior Design specializes in full-service interior design projects.

704.896.3321 www.StarrMiller.com

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FAMILY

Tis the season for BBQ’s, lake fun, and general outdoor shenanigans, but let’s remember to be diligent when it comes to our furry family members. Here are a few tips and reminders for the season—

LONG WALKS AND HOT ASPHALT: The roads this time of year can start to get very hot and can burn your pet’s paw pads. Be cautious and consider taking your dog for walks in the mornings or on trails in the shade.

LKN EXPERT

Dr. Madison Cloninger is a veterinarian and the owner of Mooresville Animal Hospital, 2681 Charlotte Highway in Mooresville.

For more information, please call 704.664.4087 or visit their website www. mooresvilleanimalhospital.com.

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HEAT: Be careful to avoid letting your pet get overheated.

They can’t tell you they are getting too hot, and heat stress can lead to collapse and even death.

If you notice your pet is panting, restless, vomiting, salivating, and/or their tongue color has changed or they seem weak, then they should be immediately taken to the closest veterinarian for assessment. In the meantime, travel with the car on a cold air conditioning setting and consider grabbing some icepacks to prop around their head/ neck/chest for transit.

You can also offer small amounts of water.

BUGS: Mosquitos and fleas (and ticks) are year-around pests in our state but they certainly are out in full force now. Please confirm that your dogs and cats are up-to-date on flea, tick, and heartworm prevention (heartworms are spread by the mosquito bites).

PET INSURANCE: Summertime entails lots of adventures but it is also a time we see upticks in pets being seen for unexpected emergencies. It is a good time to consider if a major medical/emergency policy might be a good fit for your family’s financial plan for your pet. There are lots of companies out there and not one fits all needs, but we recommend the larger, more reputable companies such as Nationwide or Trupanion.

SWIMMING: Some dogs are naturally interested and others are not. If your pet is a swimmer still keep a supervising eye on them during their time in the water and wash them afterwards to remove the dirt, algae, or chlorine.

PUDDLES AND SUCH: Free-standing water can be a source of toxic algae as well as dangerous bacteria from wildlife urine (leptospirosis).

Avoid letting your pet drink from puddles or standing water sources. Leptospirosis can also be picked up in contaminated grasses that have been soiled from infected wildlife. There is a vaccine available that provides coverage against this and it is recommended in our geographic area. w

CAR RIDES: Avoid letting your pet hang their head out of the car window—and don’t put the window down so low that they can jump out.

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KAREN KLEINER

LKNW RECOGNIZES A WOMAN DOING EXCEPTIONAL WORK IN THE

LAKE NORMAN COMMUNITY, A LEADER WHO IS PAVING THE WAY TO

CHANGING OUR ATTITUDES AND INSPIRING CONFIDENCE IN THE FUTURE.

on HEALTHY CAREER TRANSITIONS: I worked in the medical field for 25 years as an ultrasound technician. I loved it, but it took a toll resulting in repetitive stress injuries in my hands as well as herniated disks in my back and neck. This much-loved career left me one morning where I couldn’t get out of bed due to back and neck pain. Fast forward a bit, and I had taken some Pilates classes at my local YMCA. Amazingly, my back got better, so my husband encouraged me to train to teach Pilates. I furthered my education to help people with back issues and, 1600 training hours later, I became an Alexander Technique teacher.

These two techniques truly complement each other, resulting in an integrated movement program. on FAMILY CHEERLEADERS: My dad has always inspired me. He was a hard worker; he worked two jobs to support our family, but always was community-driven and giving back to those in need was important to him. My greatest challenge is trying to find a balance between business and home life. Owning your own business is much harder than I ever thought and not for the faint of heart. A lot of work goes on behind the scenes, so to speak. It helps to have support from your family because it is often all-consuming. My husband has been a never-ending source of support and encouragement and has helped shape who I am today as a person—both personally and professionally. on SELF-CARE AND GEEKING OUT: For fun, I love to hike with my husband and my dogs. We love lake life and the four seasons! Lake Norman is so pretty — especially sunrises and sunsets. As for hobbies, I am an admitted anatomy geek, so always learning and reading about things that affect my clients. I also enjoy cooking, gardening for pollinators, and sewing.

KAREN KLEINER

ANATOMYWISE PILATES AND MOVEMENT CENTER

on REINVENTING YOURSELF: I am very proud of the fact that I was able to reinvent myself in midlife and successfully create a whole new career. This was evidenced by the fact I was awarded the “Visionary Entrepreneur of The Year” by the Gaston Chamber in 2019 for my work with scoliosis and helping those with back pain. This was after my first year of being in business, a truly noteworthy accomplishment of which I am very proud. However, I am most proud of the program I helped create at Dayton Children’s Hospital for children with scoliosis. w

Karen Kleiner is the owner of Anatomywise Pilates and Movement Center, located at 7919 Natalie Commons Drive in Denver. Reach out to Karen at 704.966.1232 or give her a virtual visit at www.anatomywise.com.

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SELF

We know how busy life can get—kids, work, family, friends … sometimes just getting dinner on the table is a Herculean feat! So in an effort to save our readers some time, effort, and money here are a few tips, tricks, and hacks that might come in handy in your busy world!

GET YOUR BACKSEAT KID-FRIENDLY. Be prepared for messes by stretching a fitted sheet over your backseat.

TIPS,

SNACK ATTACK

Prepare a variety of individually-packaged snacks before your trip so they are ready and easy to grab when the kids get hungry.

Also pack several small plastic baggies with napkins, plastic utensils, straws, moist wipes, and condiments.

& HACKS !

R O A D TR IP ED IT IO N WORLD’S LARGEST BALL OF YARN …

NEXT EXIT!

Be sure to enjoy the journey and stop for local attractions … that’s how memories are made!

ARE WE THERE YET?

Put a few special surprises and/or candy in brown paper bags and write “Do not open before …” and a town name. You can also give them out as prizes for road games, good behavior, etc.

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HANDY HANGERS

Hang a shoe caddy on the back of each front seat so kids will be able to reach for books, crafts, supplies, and games on their own.

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WORDS matter

Words are magic.

They actually change

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The natural state of motherhood is unselfishness.

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my TEACHER, my EVERYTHING:

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resonate with our readers, in hopes

... LOVE AS POWERFUL AS YOUR mother’ s FOR you LEAVES ITS OWN MARK. – J.K. ROWLING, HARRY POTTER AND THE SORCERER’S STONE

- AGATHA CHRISTIE

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BETTER ME … BETTER YOU … BETTER WORLD

MIND body spirit By mixing the ingredients of attitude and action, we can change the flavor of our own lives. Learn to nurture your body and soul to lead a more balanced life.

LESSONS FROM

"THE BOOK OF JOY" In April 2015, Archbishop Tutu traveled to the Dalai Lama’s home in Dharamsala, India, to celebrate His Holiness’s 80th birthday; they spent five days together laughing, sharing, and reminiscing … and answering the timeless question, “How do we find joy in the face of life’s inevitable suffering?” The result of their time together is "The Book of Joy," co-written by Douglas Abrams, who interviewed both men and serves as narrator. In this excerpt, they explain how acceptance is one of the eight pillars of joy: When we had visited the Tibetan Children’s Village in January, we noticed a wall displaying a quote that the Dalai Lama referenced in the dialogues. It was a translation of Shantideva’s famous questions that His Holiness had mentioned, only in a slightly different translation: “Why be unhappy about something if it can be remedied? And what is the use of being unhappy if it cannot be remedied?” In this short teaching is the profound essence of the Dalai Lama’s approach to life. It was at the root of his stunning ability to accept the reality of his exile without, as the Archbishop put it, being morose.

Once we can see life in its wider perspective, once we are able to see our role in its drama with some degree of humility, and once we are able to laugh at ourselves, we then come to the fourth and final quality of mind, which is the ability to accept our life in all its pain, imperfection, and beauty.

Acceptance, it must be pointed out, is the opposite of resignation and defeat.

The Archbishop and the Dalai Lama are two of the most tireless activists for creating a better world for all of its inhabitants, but their activism comes from a deep acceptance of what is. The Archbishop did not accept the inevitability of apartheid, but he did accept its reality.

“We are meant to live in joy,” the Archbishop explained. “This does not mean that life will be easy or painless. It means that we can turn our faces to the wind and accept that this is the storm we must pass through. We cannot succeed by denying what exists. The acceptance of reality is the only place from which change can begin.” The Archbishop had said that when one grows in the spiritual life, “You are able to accept anything that happens to you.”

You accept the inevitable frustrations and hardships as part of the warp and woof of life. The question, he had said, is not: How do we escape it? The question is: How can we use this as something positive?

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The Archbishop’s prayer practice involves reading quotations from the scriptures as well as quotes from the saints and spiritual masters throughout history.

One of his favorites is the Christian mystic Julian of Norwich, whose Revelations of Divine Love, penned shortly after she recovered from a life-threatening illness in 1373, is believed to be the first book written by a woman in the English language. In it, she writes,

…deeds are done which appear so evil to us and people suffer such terrible evils that it does

not seem as though any good will ever come of them; and we consider this, sorrowing and

grieving over it so that we cannot find peace in

the blessed contemplation of God as we should do; and this is why: our reasoning powers are

so blind now, so humble and so simple, that we cannot know the high, marvelous wisdom, the

might and the goodness of the Holy Trinity. And

this is what he means where he says, “You shall see for yourself that all manner of things shall

be well,” as if he said, Pay attention to this now, faithfully and confidently, and at the end of time

you will truly see it in the fullness of joy.

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