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5 Financial Tips for the Savvy #MomBoss

By Jessica Searcy-Maldonado, AIFA®, CPFA, C(k)P®, PPC™, GFS™

Vice President at Searcy Financial, a Fee-Only, NAPFA Registered Advisory Firm

Life moves very fast these days. Between juggling schedules for multiple children, personal commitments, professional commitments, and squeezing in some “metime”, the need for flexibility in our lives as moms is crucial. It’s crucial for happiness, yes, but sometimes it’s crucial just for existence. It’s no wonder that so many women are taking their careers and finances into their own hands and building businesses that allow for this flexibility. The Survey of Business Owners data shows that 9.9 million US firms are women-owned, they’re generating $1.4 billion in receipts, and nearly 90 percent are nonemployer firms. Mom-bosses are following their passions, doing it for themselves, doing it for their families, and succeeding in ways they always knew were possible. As a mom doing all these things myself, I am sharing my top financial tips for the savvy mom-bosses out there:

1. Cultivate Your Tribe – One thing I’ve noticed about female entrepreneurs is that many seek motivation and strive to provide motivation for others. The positive energy that comes from sharing stories and experiences with others is valuable, so take advantage of groups that exist to cultivate this energy. Whether it’s a local group or one like the National Association of Women Business Owners, developing your tribe of like-minded business professionals can give you access to resources that help you continue to grow.

2. Find Your Balance – When you run your own business, creating balance can fly out the window. You may be running your life from your cell phone (which doesn’t shut off unless you make it), your vehicle becomes your office and your social events become business networking. If you never stop working, you may miss out on the things you’re actually working to secure. Your business probably won’t fail if you take half a day to volunteer at your kids’ school or shut your phone off by 8pm. By finding your balance, you may find you have greater energy to run your business when you are focused on work.

3. Develop Long-Term Goals – Equal income earners may find it easier to work toward long-term financial goals than those who are earning supplemental income for their family. When you are earning supplemental income, you may think more short-term about your earnings, such as making enough to cover private school tuition for your child or fund a family vacation. However, your earnings are still important for reaching your long-term financial goals so setting them and working to fulfill those goals is vital. Don’t forget the opportunity to have a retirement plan in place for your business. You can learn more at http://bit.ly/1NXho2l.

4. Insure Your Replacement Value – Not only is your income important to your family, but the work you do as a mother has significant value. You provide care, transportation, home maintenance, meals, and the list goes on. When put in dollar terms, the salary of a mother can be worth $100,000+. This would be a significant loss if something happened to you, so make sure your family is covered for your loss.

5. Invest – Choosing how to invest your money relies on a balance between your risk tolerance and your financial goals. Investing may seem overwhelming, but you can start by asking questions to get a better understanding of how your money is working for you. Do you understand what you’re investing in – not just specific companies, but different asset classes as well? Do you understand how each of these investment sectors make money? Are you proactively making tactical changes in your portfolio when the financial environments change?

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ith summer in full swing, my house has become a revolving door of neighbor kids and friends coming and going, continual trips to the grocery store, campouts in the backyard (by the way, birds start chirping at 4:00 a.m.) and baseball, baseball and more baseball. It seems like no matter how hard I try to keep our summers from filling up with too much busyness so that we can enjoy the relaxed schedule, it always has a way of flying by. It feels like summer just started, and here we are at July already. How can it be?!

I usually start my summer off with a bucket list of activities to accomplish. The list consists of a mix of fun activities we do as a family every summer, new places we want to try and lofty goals of summer enrichment for my kids. I hate to admit it, but we generally only get to about half of the list, and the summer enrichment goals are often times not as enriching as I originally dreamed up. However, it seems like the things that are unplanned like a spontaneous early morning walk with one of my kids or a pickup game of one-on-one basketball with my son ends up being the moments I treasure most. The older my kids get, the more I want to make every summer count and to be filled with fun memories, big or small.

One of the best things about summer is grilling out and all the fresh summer foods.

We wanted to share a few favorite summer recipes with you in this issue, as well as a couple of easy homemade ice cream recipes for a treat on a hot summer night. We may have polished off the ice cream after shooting the food spread, so speaking from experience, that strawberry ice cream is amazing. Plus, it is easy to adapt the recipe to be dairy-free if needed.

I hope you are able to enjoy some of the many great things our city has to offer in the summer months and that you make memories with those around you that you love.

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ARTICLE NATALIE FIELEKE

STAYCATION IN KC

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• See Kansas City in bloom. Head to Powell Gardens, PowellGardens.

o need to pack a suitcase—just pack this short list. Be a fan.

org, for the Gardens of Myth exhibit featuring creatures as tiny as fairies

Be one with nature—or not. Learn the backstory of your favor-

and as enormous as a 35-foot-long dragon. The Kansas Arboretum,

ite summer brew. Be transported to an ancient culture. Meet some

ArtsAndRec-OP.org, is enchanted with magical woodland creatures

cool cats. Indulge in amazing eats—not just barbecue. Kansas City is

through Labor Day. Need a more urban garden oasis? Take a stroll

where it’s at for amazing summer adventures.

through Country Club Plaza-area Kauffman Memorial Gardens or Anita B. Gorman Conservation Discovery Center.

• Hit the field and cheer on the boys in blue. Take your

pick of either baseball or soccer with the Royals and Sporting Kansas City.

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• Get up close and personal with nature. Visit MOStateParks.com to find the Missouri state park of your choice. Near Lee’s Summit, pitch a tent at Lake Jacomo, Longview or Blue Springs campgrounds.

• Not into a nature overnight trip? Visit James A. Reed Memorial Wildlife Area just 1 mile south of Lee’s Summit off Ranson Road to hike, bike or horseback ride on the area’s 15 miles of multiuse trails.

Eleven ponds of different sizes offer ample fishing opportunities.

• If roughing it really isn’t your thing, the Great Indoors Package at the Westin Kansas City at Crown Center offers more of a glamping experience. Book the package online or upon arrival for a $49 upgrade to receive a kid-sized tent, sleeping bag, director’s chair and chef-created s’mores cupcakes and chocolate milk. For Westin reservations, call 816.474.4400. Book your July or early August trip to coincide with one of Crown Center’s WeekEnder evenings featuring local bands, food trucks and a movie under the stars at Crown Center Square.

Festivities begin at 6 p.m. CrownCenter.com

• For a couple’s overnight trip, a visit to one of Weston’s eight bed-and-breakfasts is in order. Word has it, the creme brulee French toast at Hatchery House B&B is worth the trip. While you’re there, tour Weston Brewing Company and experience late night at its Irish pub, take in a tasting at Pirtle Winery or Riverwood Winery and go on an eating adventure at Green Dirt Farm and Creamery.

• Kansas City can be a foodie’s dream. Taste of Kansas City Food Tours offers something for everyone, from brunches and bites to craft cocktails. Visit TasteOfKansasCityFoodTours.com.

• Create your own Best of KC tour. Ride the Kansas City streetcar between popular downtown areas including Union Station, the Crossroads, Kauffman Center, Power & Light and City Market. Use Yelp to do a search for the best food, drinks and activities at the different stops.

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• Be an art student. The Nelson-Atkins Museum offers free daily tours as well as a self-guided scavenger hunt brochure for kids that guides them in exploring the museum’s exhibits. Dine in the Nelson Atkin’s Rozzelle Court Restaurant or bring a picnic for the lawn. If you have little artists, bring along supplies to let them have their own en plein air experience.

• Visit Moon Marble Company in Bonner Springs, Kansas, and watch glass artists fashion marbles and pick out your own. Visit MoonMarble.com for marble demonstration schedule.

• Enjoy the water at one of the amazing lakes • Boulevard may be the original KC craft brewery, but Kansas City’s

around our city. Some options that offer public

cup is now brimming with local craft breweries, distilleries and win-

access are Lake Jacomo, Longview Lake, Hillsdale

eries. Visit KCBeerTour.com to book a prearranged tour. Or contact

Lake, Blue Springs Lake, Clinton Lake and Stockton

locations individually to arrange your own tour or tasting room visit.

Lake. Check rules and details on boating, fishing and swim beaches before visiting. Reno’s Powersports at 13611 Holmes Road has everything you would need

• Shop the farmers market at City Market on Saturdays and Sundays or the Lee’s Summit market on Saturdays to experience a whirl of local vendors selling fresh produce, meats, plants, cut flowers and locally crafted items. Challenge family members to a cook-off using market-fresh food finds.

• Take a walk on the wild side with a visit to Cedar Cove Feline

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Kansas, SaveourSiberians.org. See large exotic felines including Siberian tigers, cougars, leopards, lions and wolves by scheduling a private tour during weekday hours ($50) or weekends when the conservatory is open to the public ($8 adult general admission). To experience a wider range of the wild kingdom, visit the Kansas City Zoo, KansasCityZoo.org.

• So over road tripping? Take a rail trip and take advantage of half off children’s tickets with the purchase of adult tickets. Catch the Amtrak at the downtown Lee’s Summit station and ride to Union Station. At Union Station, enjoy learning made fun at Science City, catch a show at the Regnier Extreme Screen Theater or The Arvin Gottlieb Planetarium. A favorite old standby for little ones is the model train exhibit. The featured summer exhibit is Mummies of the World, showcasing more than 40 mummies and 150 artifacts dating back 4,500 years.

• Go big or go home. Go for a swim in the zero-entry pool at Lake Paradise Resort in Lone Jack, LakeParadiseResort.com, a half-hour east of Lee’s Summit. It’s framed on three sides by lakes and boasts that it's the largest pool in Missouri. Camping is also available. It costs $5 per person to swim. In Kansas, a short drive to Lawrence is worth if for the swimming beach at Clinton Lake.

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Water & Woods ARTICLE KATHRYN LEO

Exploring Bike Trails in Johnson County I

f you are looking for outdoor adventure this summer, biking is a terrific option, and Johnson County has endless opportunities for all types of biking. Whether you are

interested in exploring rough trails or blacktop, here is some basic information so you can get out and enjoy the long Kansas summer days.

AREA TRAILS INDIAN CREEK TRAIL

KILL CREEK PARK

LOCATION: Overland Park, Olathe, Kansas City, Mo.

LOCATION: Western Johnson County between

LENGTH: 17 miles in Overland Park and more beyond

Olathe and De Soto

BEST FOR: families

LENGTH: 4 miles

This paved trail stretches from east of Troost at Bannister

BEST FOR: mountain bikers

Road on the Missouri side, and it connects to the Tom-

This trail has two loops: one for beginners/intermedi-

ahawk Creek Trail and runs south to 143rd Street and

ate bikers and an advanced loop with trail obstacles

Pflumm Road or west to 159th Street and Ridgeview Road.

such as steps, skinnies and rock gaps.

MILL CREEK STREAMWAY LOCATION: Shawnee, Lenexa, Olathe LENGTH: 17 miles with many access points BEST FOR: cyclists and runners

The Mill Creek Streamway is a paved trail that follows Mill Creek, and since it follows the creek, it is mostly flat with a few short, but steep hills in Olathe and north

SHAWNEE MISSION PARK LOCATION: Shawnee Mission Park in Lenexa LENGTH: about 5 miles with proposals to triple it BEST FOR: mountain bikers

These trails have both beginner and advanced trails to choose from with sections of fast singletrack and technical sections with climbs and descents.

of Shawnee Mission Park.

BIKING SHOPS Johnson County has a plethora of bike shops in the area, and many of these shops offer group rides at all levels. Some are “no drop rides” which means no matter what level the rider, no one is left behind. Many of these shops have maps, information about races and training information.

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VELO+ BIKE SHOP AND MAPS COFFEE ROASTERS LOCATION: 13340 Santa Fe Trail Drive, Lenexa, KS 66215 WEBSITE: VeloPlusKC.com

This unique shop with a cool, Boulder-like vibe is not only a full-service bike shop, but they roast their own coffee and cacao beans and produce their own coffee and chocolate. Owner Vincent Rodriguez says the shop is a “community for bikes, coffee and chocolate.”

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LOCATION: Overland Park, 8909 Santa Fe Drive,

LOCATION: 17230 W. 70th St., Shawnee, KS 66217

Overland Park, KS 66212

WEBSITE: PrecisionTandems.com

WEBSITE: TurnersBikes.com

Have you ever dreamed of a bicycle built for two? This could be

This bike shop has a link on their website that has links to local

the store for you because they focus on tandem bicycles.

cycling organizations and trail maps.

BIKE AMERICA TREK BICYCLE STORE OF KANSAS CITY LOCATION: 10412 Shawnee Mission Parkway, Shawnee, KS 66203 WEBSITE: TrekBicycleStores.com

LOCATION: 9514 Nall Ave., Overland Park, KS 66207 WEBSITE: BikeKC.com

Check out their website for a list of bike clubs in the area.

If you are a Trek bike fan, this is a one-stop shop.

ERIK’S BIKE-BOARD-SKI LOCATION: 3701 W. 95th St., Leawood, KS 66206 and

11500 W. 135th St., Overland Park, KS 66221 WEBSITE: EriksBikeShop.com

This shop has a colorful chalkboard as you walk in the store with daily bike rides at all levels. one is even a “foodie” ride where riders end up at a restaurant to eat after they ride. This store also rents bikes.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CYCLING KANSAS CITY BIKING GROUP: KCCycling.org

This is a large biking community in the Kansas City metro that offers group rides for all speeds and skill levels. Their website offers lots of biking information.

KANSAS CYCLIST: KansasCyclist.com

This website offers a comprehensive collection of Kansas cycling resources plus a calendar of events.

JOHNSON COUNTY BIKING GUIDE: KansasCyclist.com/Guides/Counties/JO.html

This website has a list of rides and events, bike shops and clubs, paths and trails and other helpful cycling links.

JOHNSON COUNTY TRAIL GUIDE: JCPRD.com

View or print out PDF copies of trail guides in four different parts of Johnson County.

Kansas City Regional Trails and Bikeway Map: MARC-GIS.Maps.ARCGIS.com You can print this online, or pick one up in many of the bike shops. With the map, you can use your device's QR code reader to launch the map web app.

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THE HISTORIC ELMS HOTEL STEP BACK IN TIME TO INVIGORATE YOUR FUTURE

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or more than 100 years, The Elms

Couples and girl groups seeking getaways

Hotel in Excelsior Springs has wel-

visit for the restorative powers and historical

comed guests seeking its healing

significance, enjoying the world-renowned

waters. Back in the early 1900s, The

spa, pools and restaurant. Business groups

Elms offered its soaking pools’ curative

and brides choose the relaxing retreat for its

powers to guests who drove their Model T's

event space and parklike setting.

from Kansas City, Leavenworth, St. Louis and Hannibal for rest and reprieve.

The Elms offers 10 meeting/banquet rooms totaling more than 13,000 square feet;

The hotel’s massive stone structure

the largest room accommodates up to 450

reaches high above the trees; it’s original

people. A corporate retreat package can

sign perches like a steel gargoyle on the

include training developed by the UMKC

roof, signaling that the healing heart of the

Bloch School Executive Education Center.

hotel remains untouched. Today, following

Staff members work with William Jewell

several renovations and resurgences, the

College and regional trainers to arrange cus-

iconic Elms stands as proud and tall as ever,

tomized services. A vendor in nearby Liberty

beaconing a new generation.

offers high and low ropes courses.

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The change of scenery allows participants to focus on the day, away from office obligations. Then, following hours of intense concentration, businesses often book the city’s trolley for a ride to a nearby winery for dinner or tastings. The hotel is available for holiday parties from midweek to the weekend, December through January. A two- or threenight stay, complete with a spa package, makes a great client gift or business incentive.

Brides and grooms consult with the convention services team on every detail, from room set and linens to choosing outside vendors and transportation. The Elms offers three personalized wedding packages. Each includes the stunning setting for breathtaking photography, discounted guest room rates, cocktail hours and more. Couples may select from an array of hors d'oeuvres, salads and entrees, all created using seasonal, locally sourced ingredients.

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The Elms’ two elegant ballrooms deliver unique features.

Overlooking the pool, the Grand Ballroom has multiple windows outlining the south end of the room in a half-moon shape. It seats up to 270 guests at round tables, with space remaining for a dance floor, bar and buffet. The Regent Ballroom seats up to 240 guests theater-style and up to 190 guests at rounds, with area remaining for a dance floor, bar and buffet.

Enchanting locations for outdoor ceremonies include the gazebo, which seats up to 300 people with 140 under the roof. The ornate wood trim on the architectural structure resembles the piping on a wedding cake, complete with a cupola. A nearby church is available as well.

The night before a wedding, families may host an on-site rehearsal dinner, or book the trolley for dinner at a winery. The bonfire pit in the grassy area near the herb garden is great for a groomsmen cocktail hour. Or the men can retreat to a private “mancave” appointed with a variety of comforts and diversions, while the bridesmaids dress. The on-site salon offers services for hair, makeup and nails.

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The resort setting provides a unique and elegant experience for wedding parties each year. From a small gathering to hundreds of guests, The Elms adapts. Wedding room blocks begin with a 10-room hold and a two-night minimum. Guests are welcome to enjoy amenities such as the pools, hot tubs, games and they may reserve spa services. Romantic honeymoon suites and 153 guest rooms make planning simple.

The Elms is 30 minutes from downtown Kansas City and KCI, making it a great regional destination, as well as a truly unique experience for visitors from both coasts. Over the years, The Elms has hosted countless celebrities and dignitaries. It was in this hotel that President Harry Truman monitored the 1948 election returns, waking to find that he had been declared the surprise winner over Thomas Dewey. The Elms will stun you with its enduring history, genteel grandeur and boundless beauty. Visit soon at ElmsHotelAndSpa.com.

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Grilled chicken, sliced White onion, diced Fresh cilantro Fresh avocado, diced Pineapple, diced Cojita cheese, crumbled Jalapenos, seeded and thinly sliced Corn tortillas

Fish Taco Ingredients

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Avocado Sour Cream Sauce Ingredients 1/2 cup sour cream 1 lime, juiced 1 avocado 1 jalapeno, without seeds for less spice Sea salt to taste Pepper to taste

Instructions: Combine all ingredients

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Jicama Salad Ingredients Jicama, peeled and cubed Avocado, cubed Fresh cilantro Dressing ingredients 1/4 cup olive oil 2 tablespoons lime juice 1 tablespoon maple syrup Sea salt, to taste Pepper, to taste Instructions: Combine jicama, avocado and

cilantro in a bowl and set aside. In a separate bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients. Add dressing to jicama mixture and serve. CONTINUED >

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Homemade Fresh Strawberry Ice Cream Ingredients 1 1/2 cup strawberries, sliced 1/2 cup sugar 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 tablespoons honey 1/2 cup half-and-half 1 cup heavy whipping cream

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Instructions:

1. In a bowl, mix strawberries, sugar, honey and lemon juice and let sit for 15-20 minutes.

2. After 20 minutes, mash strawberry mixture with a potato masher or fork till the large chunks are broken up. For ice cream without chunks, puree the strawberry mixture in a blender.

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4. Eat soft right away or place in freezer safe container for 3-4 hours to set.

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Margarita Ice Cream Ingredients 5 or 6 limes 1 cup sugar 2 cups heavy whipping cream 2 tablespoons orange juice concentrate 2 tablespoons triple sec 1 tablespoon tequila 1/2 teaspoon fine salt

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4. Scoop into small bowls or a margarita glass rimmed with reserved juice and salt.

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Homes That Cook: Recipes for Heart and Home

LETTIANN SOUTHERLAND MASTERFULLY MIXES TRIED-AND-TRUE FAMILY TREATS WITH HELPFUL REAL ESTATE TIPS

L

ettiann Southerland has always known the

The manuscript evolved when Southerland real-

important difference between a house and a

ized it was also the perfect platter on which to pres-

home. As part of a large Italian clan, life revolved around meals shared by generations of family at her grandparents’ sprawling home in Pennsylvania.

“Being that real estate is my full-time profession, I thought, ‘How could I go about sharing

Yet when she relocated to Kansas City to start

staging tips, buyer pitfalls and other important

her own family, Lettiann found herself desperately

real estate advice in a fun and meaningful way?’”

homesick. So she set about accomplishing two

Southerland says. “The book is beneficial for any-

feats—making her new abode into a place that felt

one starting the buying or selling process, but its

like “home” and helping others find the home of their

usefulness extends far beyond that transaction

dreams by becoming a real estate agent.

and into creating a true home. It’s a nice little bun-

In 2015, she masterfully mixed her passions of

dle. I kept the real estate section short and sweet

cooking and real estate with the release of her book

because the book really stands on its own outside

Homes That Cook: Best-Kept Secrets for Buying,

of the real estate realm.”

Selling, and Creating a Home.

“It started as a project to preserve my family’s recipes and share them with my brothers and sisters-

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ent helpful real estate tips.

The response to the book’s publication has been emphatic, Southerland says, which brings her great joy.

in-law,” Southerland recalls. “But I also started adding

“I’ve been told, ‘Thank you for reminding us how

some of my own favorite tried-and-true meals. For

important mealtime is when shared with family and

me, home has always been intrinsically intertwined

friends.’ Others have commented on the awesome rec-

with food—and wine—and the family. I like to cook; it

ipes. Other comments have included, ‘Thanks for the

makes me happy, and people really respond to sitting

staging tips; they were very helpful as we prepared to

down to enjoy a good meal.”

put our home on the market!’”

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Readers appreciate that it’s an easy read with good advice, and Lettiann hopes it reminds people to slow down and savor the memories made around a good meal.

“Food brings back memories and creates new memories, so even when I was most homesick, I could make meals that reminded me of when I would eat with my extended family. There’s power in that. People don’t eat together anymore. It’s a necessity, not an event. Communication in the family happens at meal times, which only takes 30 minutes a day.

I grew up with it, and I feel badly not everyone does that.”

Those who like tried-and-true recipes will find a feast of them within the book. Lettiann Southerland is widely recognized among her friends and family as a truly excellent cook. Of the included recipes, her favorite is the diced pork sauce with polenta.

“It’s off the charts! It’s my Aunt Letty’s recipe from when my brothers and I were kids.”

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“Even if you’re ordering a pizza, have people gather around your table,” she urges. “Visit and get to know each other. It doesn’t matter what you make; it’s a matter of being together.”

And the kitchen is not the only place where Lettiann cooks up success. Ever the entrepreneur, she recently unveiled her own boutique firm, Lettiann & Associates Real Estate Services LLC, based in Leawood.

“My forte is a listing agent, as I love to negotiate,” she says. “I’m a full-time realtor with an emphasis on service. I give clients 150 percent and revel in the fact that no two deals are ever the same. I love meeting new people and helping them find a ‘home that cooks.’”

Among the most important ingredients for making a house a true home? “I believe it’s spending time with family and friends—and what better place than sharing a meal at a table? It doesn’t matter what that meal is. Just gather and enjoy!”

If you’d like a personally signed copy of Homes That Cook or have real estate questions, contact Lettiann at Lettiann.com. The book is also available at online book retailers.

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Lifestyle Calendar

July JULY 4

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Olathe Live! invades Celebrate Olathe! with Liverpool and special guests Funk Syndicate for a free night of fun for the whole family!

Arrive early to grab your favorite spot in the park! Funds will be raised to support KidsTLC.

JULY 15 SALUTE! A FESTIVAL OF WINE AND FOOD OREAD HOTEL Salute continues with the Grand Tasting at the Oread Hotel. Attendees can sample fine wines and gourmet cuisine from local restaurants and caterers as well as browse and bid on the silent auctions and enjoy an outstanding live auction conducted by the Nigro Brothers. SaluteWinefest.com

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JULY 27 WINE TASTING ON THE TERRACE OVERLAND PARK ARBORETUM & BOTANICAL GARDENS Join us on the terrace for delicious locally grown wine and sweet, savory bites at the third tasting of the season. This will be a pleasant and enriching evening, set against a lovely garden backdrop. You might even learn a little about how wine is made. Registration required at ArtsAndRec-OP.org.

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This lead to two landmark studies. mapping out your plan to being The first study showed patients who had pain free. If you’re not a More than 20 million Americans suffer laser therapy had 53% better improvecandidate for CoreCare, I promise from peripheral neuropathy, a problem ment than those who had a placebo. to tell you. caused by damage to the nerves that The second study showed patients who supply your arms and legs. used the laser therapy had less pain Plus, two treatments and more range of motion days after so you can This painful condition interferes with treatment. experience this your body’s ability to transmit mes-sagamazing therapy es to your muscles, skin, joints, or and learn if this internal organs. If ignored or mistreat“I’ve fought neuropathy for 10-12 could be your ed, neuropathy can lead to irreversible years and it’s physically painful. Af-ter neuropathy solution health conditions. Often neuropathy is two weeks of CoreCare treatments I felt like it has been for so caused by a degenerating spine pressing a subtle improvement and now most many other patients. on the nerve roots. This can happen of the pain, if not all, has gone away. in any of the vertebral joints from the Renuva has been a wonderful experiCall by July 31st and you can neck all the way down to the tail bone. ence. The staff are great and I’m always get everything I’ve listed here well-tended to – it’s really an amazing for only $39. The normal price What is the Single Most Important program.” for this type of evaluation, Solution to Your Neuropathy?

-Bob W., Overland Park including digital x-rays is $257, so you’re saving over $200.

By using gentle techniques in our unique CoreCare™ treatment Will This Treatment Work For You? Call 913-884-1152 by July 31st. program, we are able to release the pressure on the nerve. This allows the It’s time for you to find out if this treat- Our address is: nerve to heal and the symptoms to go ment will be your neuropathy solution. 10787 Nall Ave., Suite 110 away. Numerous studies have proven For a few weeks only, $39 will get you Overland Park, KS 66211 the therapies we use can be effective in all the services I normally charge new helping nerve conditions. patients $257 for!

Our office is conveniently located on the northeast corner of I-435 and Our CoreCare treatments, which What does this offer include?

Nall in the Corporate Medical Plaza.

Right across 107th from the new Top Golf facility.

I look forward to helping you live a happier, healthier life.

Dr. Michael Riley, D.C.

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