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An inspirational man has the incredible power and privilege of shaping and mentoring the young people in his life to grow and mature in a multitude of ways. Whether a father, a coach, an uncle or a boss, being a role model and leading by example can make a lasting impact on those watching. We can all probably think of a man in our lives who has had a significant impact on us at one time or another. Whether it was someone pushing us to be a better version of ourselves, someone who saw the best in us, someone we looked up to for guidance — or perhaps even someone we didn't personally know but who inspired us by their greatness — we can recognize the impact all these role models can make, and have made, throughout our lives. Because I know my own dad, Don, enjoys reading these letters, I’ll take this opportunity to share a few of his Donweiser-isms. (Yes, the nickname is a very subtle combination of his name and favorite beverage. Never light though—“leaded” only.) “It ain’t over till it’s over.” --Generally spoken while watching Alabama play (read: lose) in the 1990s and early aughts. “Sometimes you gotta play hurt.” --On going to school sick, running with a bone spur, etc. “Quit believing; quit receiving.” –Said every Christmas morning as he marvels at what Santa left for him. To the one with a playlist for every occasion, who continues to offer airport drop-offs, moving services and full tanks of gas—Happy Father’s Day; this Bud’s for you.

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Hair Care

Healthy Lifestyle

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Local Limelight

Driver’s Notebook

Travel Journal

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Education and Quality are the Crowning Glory at Arcadia Salon

16 The Good Fight

My Volunteer Experience with PD Fight Club at Juarez Boxing

22 The Devil is in the Details

Playful Patterns and Lightweight Fabrics Elevate the Everyday

32 Handmade in the ‘Ham Three Local Artists and Makers to Know

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Mary Meadows Livingston Among Who's Who of Financial Planners Birmingham Business Journal named Mary Meadows Livingston, President and Founder of Abeona Wealth, among their elite selection of Who's Who in Financial Planning and Wealth Management for 2022. The list includes "notable leaders who play important roles in building wealth and bridging economic gaps in metro Birmingham through strategic initiatives and programs." 2208 University Boulevard, Suite 102

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Total on 1st Advanced Clinical Spa, an extension of Southside-based Total Skin & Beauty Dermatology Center, is now open at 1927 First Avenue North. “To create a space that helps unite spa and medical-grade skincare — and in Birmingham’s city center — is something we have conceptualized as a brand for quite some time," Total's Dr. James Krell was quoted as saying in the Birmingham Business Journal. 1927 First Avenue North

This spring, Mercedes-Benz unveiled its new fully electric EQS SUV. The stateof-the-art SUV is manufactured at Mercedes’ Vance plant, with the vehicle's electric batteries made in nearby Bibb County. Since the 1990s, Mercedes-Benz has invested more than $7 billion in its Alabama plant, with $1 billion in the last five years. The company intends to go all electric by 2030. The EQS SUV is expected to be available for purchase in late 2022.

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Theo Pettway

A Cut Above Education and Quality are the Crowning Glory at Arcadia Salon ARTICLE BY DENISE K. JAMES | PHOTOGRAPHY BY ERICA READE AND SAM EVANS

Theo Pettway became a hair stylist when he couldn’t find someone to cut his own hair and finally did it himself. His artistic touch was immediate — but unsurprising, since Theo was raised in a family of artists in Gee’s Bend, Alabama. “I wanted to be more connected to my history, but I didn’t quilt or drive nails,” he explained. Before discovering his craft for styling hair, Theo attended college as a marketing major. He soon felt uninspired, and his new talent was a welcome change. But would his family embrace hair as art? He finally approached his dad and shared the news, and, fortunately, father was just as enthusiastic as son. “He

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said, ‘I was waiting on you to tell me what you REALLY wanted to do,’” Theo recalled, beaming. The next step for Theo was to attend cosmetology school, with the support of his new wife, and make his dream official. After several life detours, fellow colleague and visionary Christie White — who opened Arcadia Salon with her husband, Bill — asked Theo if he would come on board as the salon’s Director of Education. Today, Theo continues to evolve at Arcadia as he educates stylists on the salon’s high standards of quality. In Theo’s own words, his role as Director of Education has become an integral part of his whole career. As

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Pettway at the Davines Academy, Brooklyn

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you read this, he’s returned from a trip to Brooklyn to achieve another layer in his learning — as a student of Davines, the international hair care brand founded in Italy. Working with Davines is something Theo always knew he wanted to do, but the company’s sterling customer service — “I can make a phone call and talk to someone in Italy tomorrow and not go through a 1-800 number!” — is only part of the reason; Davines is known for being a cut above other brands and fits in perfectly at Arcadia. The recent trip to New York was Theo’s first venture to the Davines Academy. The training session, which dealt in advanced color presentation, is one of the steps which will allow Theo to educate stylists on utilizing the brand. One of Theo’s current and most enthusiastic apprentices is Arcadia Salon Co-owner Bill Langley. Interestingly, Bill is a late-comer among his own family of male hairstylists; his former career was in retail operations before he joined forces with Christie to create her vision. Just like Theo, Bill is a happy convert to the world of hairstyling, working his way through the 3,000 hours needed to earn his credentials. “I could have worked with a relative, but I thought I’d be a natural fit with Theo,” Bill said. “He’s so talented, and it’s a pleasure to watch him work. It’s effortless. And he’s an integral part of why we are in business.” Everyone at Arcadia Salon is fully aware how important it is to have high standards for the perfect cut and color — and how the total styling experience is more than just a beauty errand. “Hair itself can really be pivotal. You can wake up and look at your hair, and it can really make or break your day,” Theo noted. “We are more than stylists; we are therapists and friends. It’s not always about the cut or color — sometimes it’s the conversation and the attention.” Visit arcadiabham.com.

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“Hair itself can really be pivotal. You can wake up and look at your hair, and it can really make or break your day,” Theo noted. “We are more than stylists; we are therapists and friends. It’s not always about the cut or color — sometimes it’s the conversation and the attention.”

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“You gonna help out with the PD fight club today?” My normal “I have to get back to work” was moot. I was officially conscripted into service at Juarez Boxing with seniors battling Parkinson’s Disease on my day off. At noon, instructors Martin, Dany and Molly greeted all the incoming boxers. I said hello to a slight man with a shock of gray hair. His countenance had the long stare created by the “mask” of Parkinson’s. Bony fingers danced with tremors as we talked. After our exchange, he trundled over to the other boxers. A loose line formed for warmups. Stretching the brain came first. Martin pronounced the day’s “memory words” from a whiteboard at the front. The class repeated them back. Time to warm up the body next. Dany stepped up and demonstrated the first exercise. Then he yelled, “Thunder Punch!” The boxer known as Thunder Punch counted off 10 reps with the gusto of a drill sergeant. Other boxers counted with equal zeal when called to lead. Then, the boxers gloved up. Some needed no assistance; others needed

a quick tug of the glove and a wrap of Velcro. Failing fine motor skills were overcome through teamwork, with fellow boxers and volunteers helping those struggling. Workout stations challenged the boxers with pushups, speed bags, planks and mitts. I held mitts alongside Dany. The padded leather seemed heavier than usual; a weight of responsibility was attached to them. The first few boxers honestly surprised me with the force of their punches, and then my new friend stepped up. His slight frame belied a vicious cross and a mean hook that popped loudly and stung my mitts. Coaches shouted encouragement, and boxers fed off each other’s energy. Each fought their own fight, buoyed by teammates battling the same opponent. Five rounds, nine exercises of 30 seconds each, 15 seconds to move between stations. Over and over again, Ruthless Ruthie, Outlaw, and B.A. hammered my mitts as they repeated their memory words. My wrists ached with their fervor. One more trial awaited — two minutes of ferocity known as a

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“punch out.” Boxers picked a bag, punched and moved their feet. Fists flew, feet shuffled, and sweat poured. Finally, Martin ended the training with his trademark shout — “Beautiful!” Next, boxers degloved and cooled down. Their limb rigidity was now overridden by the intense dopamine release of vigorous exercise. Like any great team after a win, they celebrated. Dany led the group in a mantra three times: “I say fight, you say back! Fight! Back! Fight! Back!” Then, “PD Fight Club on three! One, two, three!” “PD FIGHT CLUB!” The man I greeted earlier emerged from the crowd and thanked me for volunteering. I thanked him for allowing me the privilege. We shook hands; his hand was sturdy. He walked out the door, waving to a fellow boxer, palm raised strong and steady in a temporary respite from the tremor. It was a well-deserved reward for his hard work. For more information, go to pdfightclub.com.

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When asked about their favorite features of the EQS, both General Manager Luke Elder and Sales Consultant Eric Burks agreed—recovering energy through strong recuperation. "You can drive with just one pedal most of the time while maximizing the EQS’ range,” Elder stated. “Intelligent Recuperation, when used in conjunction with the Drivers Assistance Package, gives the driver the ability to capture the most energy. The vehicle basically uses road conditions, such as coasting down a hill and DISTRONIC cruise control, to recuperate energy to keep the battery charged longer,” Burks added. Another stand-out feature? Through the MBUX system, you can set what time you would like the vehicle to start charging. So if you come home at 6 p.m. and the off-peak hours for electric use in your area start at 8:30 p.m., you can plug your vehicle up at 6 p.m., but it won’t start charging until 8:30. This helps regulate how much you are spending to charge the vehicle, according to Burks. We couldn’t help but be drawn to the dashboard. When we asked what they love about it, an enthusiastic Elder responded, “The hyperscreen! It’s one slightly curved 56” piece of glass that stretches across the front dash. It even has a dedicated section for the front passenger. It is a standard feature on the EQS580.” “It allows the driver and front passenger to operate as pilot and co-pilot. This adds to my claim of this vehicle being futuristic. It’s standard on the EQS580 and optional on the EQS450+,” Burks added.

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DESCRIBE THE DRIVING EXPERIENCE OF THE EQS. “Wow. I haven’t always thought about the driving performance characteristics when considering an electric vehicle, but the EQS is such an exception. It’s amazingly fun to drive. It’s fast and handles incredibly well,” said Elder. “One word — futuristic,” added Burks.

WHAT HAS LOCAL DEMAND FOR THE EQS BEEN LIKE SINCE ITS RELEASE? “There has been a lot of interest surrounding the EQS, as well as other future EQ products. But I must say, there are concerns regarding the charging infrastructure. There is a lot that can be learned and shared regarding these vehicles. This is why we must be educated on this new line of products, so that we can effectively educate our buyers and enhance the information that they have already researched,” Burks noted.

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2009 López de Heredia “Viña Tondonia” Reserva Rioja, classicwineco.com, 205-871-9463 $60

“Dad’s Maybe Book” by National Book Award winner Tim O’Brien (signed first edition) alabamabooksmith.com, 205-870-4242 $28

Over Under Cordura Duffel caliberxl.com @caliberclothinghomewood $425

Sentimental, sporting or swilling—whatever dad’s style, we’ve got you covered. Here, a roundup of top Father’s Day picks, recommended by local purveyors. Support Birmingham’s tech ecosystem by gifting dad Spruce by FLEDGING, which charges up to five devices at once, and fast.

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