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DECEMBER 2020 PUBLISHER

Jane Rial | jane.rial@lifestylepubs.com EDITOR

Home for the Holidays NOW THAT WE’VE JUST WRAPPED UP BEND LIFESTYLE’S FINAL ISSUE OF THE YEAR, IT’S TIME TO LOOK FORWARD TO THE HOLIDAYS AND HAVE HOPE FOR THE COMING YEAR. This year, more than ever, time spent with our loved ones to celebrate this season takes on a whole new meaning. For those of us who can’t gather in person, I hope that you find joy in creative ways to connect. On the following pages, you’ll find inspiration to savor time spent at home this holiday season. Like the tempting

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photo on our cover, have fun making the tasty sugar cookie recipe in this issue. For your holiday gatherings, make your table more inviting by creating centerpiece designs inspired by nature from our Central Oregon landscape. This issue offers unique ideas for gifts, all based on resolutions for the New Year. Whether you want to play more, have more fun cooking, or find ways to embrace our local community, check out the gift ideas for everyone on your list. As we all want to put 2020 behind us, one valuable way to prepare for better times ahead is with the gift of financial planning. We asked local financial planner and investment advisor Bob Reininger of RavenRock Wealth Partners for tips on year-end reviews and setting financial goals for the future. Be sure to read about the much-needed good work of MountainStar Family Relief Nursery, a local nonprofit that supports young children and parents to create safe and positive home environments. Their work this past

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INSIDE THE ISSUE DECEMBER 2020

FEATURES 18 Holiday Table Décor Create Conversation with a Runner Inspired by Nature

20 Sugar Cookie Season A Holiday Classic Creates a Canvas for Frosting and Sprinkles Galore

22 The Gift of Financial Planning Prepare for the Future with a Year-End Review and Tips from RavenRock Wealth Partners

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TREND SETTER

H o l i d ay Ta b l e

DÉCOR ARTICLE CHERYL PARTON | PHOTOGRAPHY BROOKE LARK

K E E P I T L OW Keeping table top décor low allows guest to see and hear each other better.

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CREATE CONVERSATION WITH A RUNNER INSPIRED BY NATURE

C R E AT I V E A D D I T I O N S Incorporating surprise elements in a runner or centerpiece not only adds texture but is a conversation starter.

3 REFLECTING ON MEMORIES OF HOLIDAY TABLES PAST, WE REMEMBER EVERYTHING FROM THE GUESTS TO THE SCENTS AND THE SCENE. From menu planning and cooking to

A N O D T O NAT U R E Simplicity is key: clippings from Central Oregon's backyard are a beautiful nod to nature.

setting the table, each component contributes to create a moment when we can be together for a holiday, especially as 2020 concludes. At a table set for one, two, or more, a centerpiece sets a tone in much the same way a menu pleases a palate. “Seasonal textures and fresh greens remind us of

host. Remember though, that to facilitate conversa-

the season,” says farmer-florist Jen Ladd. Jen is

tion, a live table runner should be low enough that

owner of Sweet Posy, purveyor of locally-grown

folks can converse without having to talk through

blooms and other earthborn treasures from her

or around décor. To build upon a runner of green-

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table runner is one way to not only create bespoke

arrangements of smaller bud vases or tea candles.

beauty, but it acts as a centerpiece to prompt con-

Finally, although we are staying close to home this

versation. “I start with elements that are seasonal,

year, one doesn’t need to go far to find beauty. “We

designing from what is found on the farm, from

live in Central Oregon, so go out to your backyard

greens to dried bits for texture,” she says. Adding

and clip what you find,” says Jen. She reminds us

elements that pique people’s interest get guests

that there is a lot going on during the holidays, so

talking—whether the addition is a nod to the menu

simplicity is another key: “The goal is to keep it fun,

(like a vegetable or spice) or to the personality of a

simple and to inspire joy.” SweetPosy.com CityLifestyle.com/Bend

CULINARY CREATIONS

Sugar Cookie Season

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WHETHER AS A STEWARD OF HIS

listening to the goals for each individual

CLIENTS’

OWN

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exactly the same and we target their specific

our world has realized the lesson that there

goals.” Bob finds it rewarding to have multiple

will always be circumstances we cannot

generations of clients, from grandparents,

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to adult children and their children, even

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unpredictability. To understand his tool kit

clients is especially important today. While

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he does not offer tax advice, “End-of-year tax

early background as a fisheries biologist

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Administration (NOAA), and as a commercial

Beyond discussing tax projections, capital

fisherman. His interest in investing came

gains, plans to make charitable or family gifts

to life when he invested his first paychecks

by year end, he recommends asking, “How

after a catch. While some fishing trips were

did March or April make you feel?” Bob says.

more successful than others, investing had

“You have an opportunity for a ‘do-over.’” In

tangible rewards with both short- and long-

a scenario of being prepared for the unex-

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pected, Bob recommends a comprehensive

experience later—starting with Dean Witter

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in 1995 to his current incarnation as founder

term and long-term goals with a rearview

of RavenRock in Bend—he melds worlds

look at historical trends and how markets

of both science and interpretation, to help

have adapted over the years. Understanding

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the

Management

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2020 comes to a close, Bob shares a few tips:

SUPPORT LOCAL NONPROFITS. With nonprofits stressed by COVID cancellations of their fundraisers this year, along with increased needs for the services those organizations provide, they can use financial support now more than ever. “If you have the financial means, consider giving back to any number of causes.” Support something or someone you believe in, whether it’s a church, a nonprofit, or even an individual, such as an athlete. Bob gives back in many ways, such as by volunteering for BendFilm since 2005, currently as a Board Member.

INVEST IN THE FUTURE. “Instead of Nintendo, consider gifting a ROTH this year,” says Bob. If your children have earned income, evaluate opening an IRA for them. “There’s no time better than the present to start teaching young people the value of investing,” he says. Bob, along with his wife Suzy, have encouraged their daughter Alexandra, a biologist with the NOAA Protected Species Division in Honolulu, Hawaii, to start investing early.

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“I see so much generosity and ov e rw h e l m i n g s u p p o rt f r o m t h i s c o m m u n i t y. I wa n t to e x p r e s s h ow m u c h w e a p p r e c i at e t h at s u p p o rt.” — Sta l e y M i c k e n , M o u n ta i n Sta r Fa m i ly R e l i e f N u r s e ry

“I’m incredibly proud of my family, particularly my kids, and they are proud of me,” says Brittnye. “I spent a lot of years trying to make sure that they would be okay, and now I get to make sure they’re going to be great. I feel empowered to take on the uncertainties of tomorrow, rather than imprisoned by my own shortcomings. We are stable, we are safe, we have managed to succeed in the face of great struggle.” MtStar.org

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what you need There’s so much you can do here with just a notebook (you’ll probably want one with a dotted grid) and a pen! If you want to add some creative flair, consider incorporating markers, stickers and washi tape.

start simple When you start searching for bullet journaling on Pinterest, it can get really overwhelming really fast. Decide what is most important for you to keep track of and start with that! If you try to do too much at once, you’ll be less likely to stick with it.

make it your own The most important thing to remember is that it is for you and not anyone else. Use your favorite colors, doodle things that help

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you out and make it work for you!

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A bullet journal really becomes what you make it. Use symbols that speak to you! Here are some basics to start with:

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+ Mood tracker

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+ Happiness log

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