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Letter from the Editor WELL, IT’S FINALLY 2021, AND WHILE THE SIGHT OF A NEW YEAR HAS NEVER LOOKED SO GOOD, THE LESSONS AND EXPERIENCES I AM TAKING WITH ME FROM 2020 WILL STICK WITH ME FOR A LIFETIME. Among the most impactful lessons is what I soaked up just a few weeks ago at a funeral. My husband’s cousin, Cole, received a terminal diagnosis at the age of 25, and while he lived for a year-and-ahalf with that diagnosis and had to endure treatments for his cancer, he lived every day of that year-and-a-half with purpose and intentionality, knowing that his time on earth most likely would soon come to an end.

What if we all lived that way? We all eventually will have an expiration date, regardless if we

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have been given a diagnosis, so what if we lived every day like it could be our last, every moment precious and valuable? I listened at his service about how he faced this journey with perseverance, strength, bravery and honesty. He told people how he felt about them and made sure to give that hug and say the important things that often go unspoken.

Cole was a firefighter, and while I have heard about the brotherhood that occurs within the fire community, I was moved by the show of support every step of the way, from holding fundraisers to covering every single work shift for the year-and-a-half battle so that Cole could still get a paycheck but receive the treatment he needed. What if we showed up for people like that—selflessly giving of our time without accolades or recognition?

We all have a daily choice of how we are going to spend our 24 hours. So as I begin 2021, I

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INSIDE THE ISSUE JANUARY 2021

FEATURES 10 Redefining Healthy Eating Begin this year with a new approach to diet and nutrition

22 Mind, Body and Soul Local coach focuses on mental health through mediation and mentorship

36 Ruby Jean's Juicery Finding Balance in a healthy lifestyle

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44 Winter Citrus Avocado Salad with Lauren Lane Culinarian

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Lifestyle Letter

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Healthy Lifestyle

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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

REDEFINING H E A LT H Y E AT I N G 10

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BEGIN THIS YEAR WITH A NEW APPROACH TO DIET AND NUTRITION

JANUARY IS A TIME WHEN MANY PEOPLE STRIVE TO BEGIN HEALTHIER HABITS, AND CARA HARBSTREET, A REGISTERED DIETITIAN AND FOUNDER OF STREET SMART NUTRITION, ENCOURAGES EVERYONE TO LOOK AT NUTRITION FROM A DIFFERENT PERSPECTIVE THIS YEAR. “One of the healthiest things we can do for ourselves is to broaden our idea of what healthy eating looks like,” Harbstreet says.

For starters, she says emotional eating is completely normal, and it is natural to use food as a coping mechanism.

“Food is more than just nutrition,” she says. “It serves many purposes, one of which can be comfort.”

To illustrate how restrictive diets are generally ineffective, she often tells clients not to think about the color orange. When given this prohibition, the first thing someone likely thinks about is something orange. She says it is the same when one tries to completely eliminate a certain food from their diet. The mind fixates on what it cannot have, making it more difficult to say no.

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Along these lines, she often asks clients about their favorite food they might consider to be less than healthy. She then asks her clients to imagine how they would feel if it was the only thing they ever ate.

Through this exercise, clients realize they will likely crave something that contrasts the favorite dish. For example, if the favorite dish is a creamy pasta, they will likely desire something crunchy for contrast.

Harbstreet says when it comes to moderation, it is not just about taking foods away but also about adding foods in for balance. Removing shame and judgment about eating is also key.

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recommend,

Harbstreet also encourages people to take advantage of the convenience in the grocery store. If it is something that fits your budget, saves time, and limits trips to the grocery store, it might be a good choice.

“We have the ideal version of eating, but we need to balance that with reality,” she says.

Harbstreet also says people have developed a fear of foods that are packaged, which has led to the popular mantra encouraging people to “shop the perimeter” of the grocery store. While there are highly processed foods in the center of the store, she says it is important to reframe what processing means.

Specifically, when it comes to produce, the perception is often that fresh or organic is always better, but the actual differences between those options and frozen or canned offerings is small and insignificant. Additionally, most Americans are not getting the recommended servings of veggies every day. Considering all this, if a canned or frozen option simply works better for someone, and it is something they will eat, then Harbstreet says is a success.

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To meet the recommended amount of daily fruits and vegetables, she suggests adding frozen

analyze if you need more carbohydrates or proteins at specific times of day.

veggies to canned soup or reheated leftovers,

She says one of the biggest mistakes people

serving them as a side dish or having canned fruit

often make when they set out to eat healthier is to

as a mid-day snack.

follow the advice of various online sources, includ-

She also encourages people to embrace what

ing social media and celerity influencers. She warns

she calls the “snack meal” as these offerings have a

that many of these sources are not sharing scien-

variety of flavors, textures and nutrients. These mini-

tifically backed advice. She encourages people to

meals save time because they don’t require cooking,

follow information from experts with credentials.

and they can consist of foods such as string cheese,

Overall, Harbstreet says her mission is to help

deli meats, crispy raw veggies, dips and spreads,

people rediscover the joy in eating nourishing

crackers or pita chips, dried fruits, nuts and the like.

meals without fear or restriction. Reframing how we

Harbstreet also advises families to develop a

think about comfort and convenience foods as well

structure for eating, especially during this era of

as structured eating can help accomplish that goal.

working and schooling from home. Structured

For more tips and advice on healthy eating and

eating involves creating a specific meal plan and

living, visit Cara Harbstreet online at streetsmart-

generally following it. This involves considering

nutrition.com and instagram.com/streetsmart.rd .

how you feel at certain times of day, recognizing

Her books include Healthy Eating for Life: An Intuitive

when you feel tired or hungry and using that to

Eating Workbook to Stop Dieting Forever.

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S L OW C O O K E R KO R E A N - I N S P I R E D B E E F A N D R I C E B OW L S Link: https://streetsmartnutrition.com/ slow-cooker-korean-beef-and-rice-bowls/ RECIPE INFORMATION Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 6 hours Servings: 6 servings INGREDIENTS + 3 cups U.S. grown short-grain white rice uncooked + 3 cups water + 2 lbs beef chuck roast trimmed + 2 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp rice vinegar + 2 tbsp sesame oil + 1/2 cup low sodium beef broth + 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce + 1/4 cup brown sugar packed + 1 tbsp minced ginger + 1 tbsp minced garlic GARNISH + 1 tbsp sesame seeds + 3 green onions thinly sliced + 1 cup kimchi store-bought or homemade + gochujang or sriracha sauce optional INSTRUCTIONS TO COOK THE BEEF 1. Gather all ingredients except the uncooked rice and water. Place the beef chuck roast in the center of your slow cooker or crock pot.

2. Mix all ingredients together in a measuring cup or small bowl. Pour over the beef chuck roast, place the lid on the slow cooker, and seal. Cook on HIGH for six hours.

3. When beef is finished cooking, remove the lid and transfer the roast to a large bowl. Use

2. Measure the water for cooking using the

tongs and fork to shred the beef (it will be very

marks on the inside of the rice cooker basin. Seal

tender). Use a ladle or large spoon to add some of

the lid, adjust settings if needed and cook during

the cooking liquid or “sauce” onto the beef. Allow

the last hour of the slow cooker timer. Once the

to cool slightly before serving.

rice is finished, hold on the WARM setting and fluff before serving.

TO COOK THE RICE

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3. To build the Korean Beef and Rice Bowls,

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1. Measure and wash the rice by rinsing under

serve the white rice in bowls topped with the

or follow on Instagram

cold water and swirling. Drain the cloudy water and

Slow Cooker Korean Beef, fresh kimchi, and

@streetsmart.rd

repeat several more times until the water runs clear.

garnishes of your choice

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B A L S A M I C S T R AW B E R R Y AVO C A D O T OA S T RECIPE INFORMATION Prep Time: 5 minutes Total Time: 5 minutes Servings: 2 servings

INSTRUCTIONS 1. Toast the bread to your preferred level of crunch in the toaster or on the stovetop.

2. Meanwhile, sliced the avocado and remove the pit. Score with a small knife, then

INGREDIENTS

scoop into a small bowl. Mash lightly with

+ 4 slices whole grain, seeded bread

the back of a spoon, then spread onto each

+ 1 large avocado

slice of the toasted bread.

+ 6 large strawberries thinly sliced

3. Top with the sliced strawberries and

+ 1/4 cup feta cheese

feta cheese crumbles. Top with a drizzle of

+ 1 tbsp balsamic glaze

the balsamic glaze and bagel seasoning.

+ 1/2 tbsp bagel seasoning

Serve immediately.

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mind, body and soul ARTICLE TAMMY RICHARDS | PHOTOGRAPHY PAUL VERSLUIS

ATHLETES AT ANY LEVEL THRIVE ON A ROUTINE

Scott Jones began coaching baseball more than 30

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years ago when he joined his father to help coach his

GAMES. The events of 2020 have disrupted all of

younger brother’s team. He and his brother are now

that. Closures, cancellations, and empty calendars

co-owners of Natural Baseball Academy in Olathe. “I

have brought with them disappointment, sadness

learned the coaching piece from Dad,” Jones explains,

and uncertainty for everyone. One local baseball

“but what I learned the most was the importance of build-

academy has found a way to help student-athletes

ing relationships with the players and teams.”

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Those relationships became the catalyst behind the decision to make some changes at the academy this fall.

“We talked with several of the players throughout August about how confused and disappointed they were about being in ‘virtual’ school again,” Jones says.

At that point, they decided to do a couple of things beginning with

from the players with questions or stories—however we can to get them to open up their minds and thoughts.”

opening early so players could do their virtual schooling at the facil-

Additionally, in September, EXOS performance specialist Trent

ity. Next, they developed and implemented a recovery class they call

McMaster joined the Natural Baseball staff as their strength coach.

Mind-Body-Soul Monday.

EXOS is a physical therapy and sports performance company that

“We had discussed offering a faith-based group within the acad-

uses four main pillars: Mindset, Nutrition, Movement, and Recovery

emy,” Jones says, “This concept came about through a conversation

to help athletes improve their performance. This partnership allows

between my wife, Kacey, and another parent.”

these services to be offered to athletes in-house.

Each session consists of three parts: meditation (mind), stretching (body), and spiritual discussion (soul).

“Trent’s baseball history is certainly a plus,” Jones says, “but his ability to relate with the players has impressed us the most. He is

“Beginning these meditation practices at a young age could lead

impacting our athletes with a positive demeanor and hardworking

these young athletes into healthy future habits,” Jones adds, “We

mindset. Without his buy-in to the project, the Mind-Body-Soul class

attempt to work the discussion in a way that brings about interaction

would not be possible.”

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“They’ve seen they’re not alone in this journey, and quite honestly, none of us has all the answers, but we do have faith.”

The response from both players and parents regarding these new

While Jones admits COVID played a part in creating this class, it

programs has been extremely positive. Participation continues to

was not the driving force. “We spend a lot of time with these players,

increase, and Mind-Body-Soul Monday has surpassed expectations.

and the challenges of growing up haven’t changed. The pandemic

“We weren’t sure how it would be received with the spiritual side

is something new for everyone, and to let our players know they

added. The idea was to give players an outlet. They’ve seen they’re not

aren’t the only ones confused, doubting, and stressed is good for

alone in this journey, and quite honestly, none of us has all the answers,

them to see. Our players have heard from various community leaders

but we do have faith. Sometimes faith is enough to steer you through

and local pastors who have shared their life stories. We are hoping

the hard times. Players have become more comfortable in expressing

that their shared perspectives on how they have handled stress and

what they believe among their peers. We see how athletes from the

adversity will help the boys cope themselves.”

different high school age groups interact. That fellowship and creating opportunities for connections is the reason we started this program.”

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These programs are not required, and not all athletes take part, but Jones says they have seen improvement in the ones who do.

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“The goal all along was to offer a more complete experience for our athletes,” he says. “The combination of strength training and the recovery class give the players additional tools to apply outside of baseball. Understanding how to slow down their minds will allow them to ‘slow down’ the game of life as well. Learning a technique such as meditation at an early age can be an advantage in baseball, but more so outside of baseball.”

Looking to the future, Natural Baseball plans to implement this program throughout all age groups to give the players an additional avenue to grow as people. Jones says the success of the program could not be possible without the community that surrounds these players—the speakers who give of their time and the donations from parents and businesses for meals. “This isn’t something extra we charge for but rather an opportunity in a safe environment for the players to explore who they are or who they want to become—Mind, Body, and Soul.”

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health of the mind ARTICLE ADRIANE TAYLOR PHOTOGRAPHY PAUL VERSLUIS

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"T he best t hing I h ave done for mysel f was t o simply learn about anxiety, how it affects me, and how it shows up in my head. A nxiety is t he fear of fear. I t is t he fear of uncert ainty."

MENTAL HEALTH. Two words that have

brain to do, and that my brain just likes to

become such a part of everyday life that it

scream them at me to paralyze me, helped

is easy to forget the significance it holds. To

me realize that I can turn down the volume.

some, it has come to be a catch phrase, a

Thinking about it this way does not help

scapegoat, an easy diagnosis, but for those

every time, but every time it does help is a

who experience it every day, for those who

major victory for me.

are truly within the grasp of its stronghold, it holds a much deeper implication. For

WHAT HAS HELPED YOU GET TO

27-year-old Emily McDaniel, navigating her

WHERE YOU ARE TODAY?

own mental health and anxiety has made

I was going to therapy and seeing a

such a difference in her life that she is shar-

psychiatrist, and both were helping, but

ing it with the world.

until I started to have a way to understand and describe exactly what was happen-

HOW HAVE YOU MANAGED

ing to me, I was barely keeping my head

YOUR ANXIETY?

above water. My therapist recommended

The best thing I have done for myself

an intensive group therapy program at

was to simply learn about anxiety, how it

Renew Counseling Center in Olathe that

affects me, and how it shows up in my head.

focused solely on anxiety. I agreed to do

Anxiety is the fear of fear. It is the fear of

it because everything else I had tried had

uncertainty. To protect ourselves from fear

not worked, and I was desperate to find

and uncertainty, our brain tries to keep us

something that would. What I learned

out of dangerous situations, learn from our

there gave me a chance to start meta-

mistakes, and fill in blanks about ourselves

phorically swimming to shore instead of

and our surroundings. These are normal

constantly fighting for my life.

things for the human brain to do. Severe anxiety turns those protections to level 100.

WHAT DO YOU PRACTICE WHEN

For me, my brain does a lot of blank filling.

ANXIETY TAKES HOLD?

It is unbelievably difficult to even begin to

When my brain, or anxiety, starts to take

accept that these answers, the ones my

control of me, my best hope for escaping its

brain constantly tells me, could be lies.

grasp comes in two steps. The first step is to

But understanding that filling in blanks like

be able to recognize that it is happening. It

that is completely normal for any human

can show up as fear, anger, sadness, shame, CONTINUED >

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and many other undesirable emotions. If I can realize I’m feeling it, I can move on to step two, which is defined by the acronym B.O.L.D. Breathe: consciously taking deep breaths helps me start to come back to the reality of where I am while also giving me time to remember that my anxiety doesn’t have to be in control.

Observe: paying attention to what I am feeling emotionally and physically and also noticing what I’m thinking or what my brain is telling me in that moment can help me start to separate the anxious thoughts from reality.

Listen: listening to my values as a person can help me start to regain control. This means asking myself, “what kind of person do I want to be right now?”

This has the dual effect of allowing me to remember that I’m allowed to be in control of my own brain and actions and helping me get to the last letter, which, for me, is definitely the hardest.

Decide: choosing an action that fits my values and who I want to be in that moment.

McDaniel would be the first to admit that managing mental health is a constant work in progress especially as the world is amid a pandemic. She equates it to a chessboard filled with white and black pieces representing the good things and the bad things that happen in life. Understanding how it all works together helps her to keep it in perspective.

“That’s just how the game is meant to be; those are the rules. It’s not bad that I have black pieces.

It’s not wrong that sometimes I have a lot more black pieces than white. Having both is normal, expected, and required.”

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Should I Text My Lawyer?

Text messages are a common way of communicating. Instead of picking up the phone or drafting an email, many like the ease and quickness of sending a text. For this reason, many clients text their lawyer in a divorce or family law matter. Text communications can be short and to the point. Clients can also attach photos and videos to texts.

Is texting an effective form of communication for clients going through a divorce or family law matter? There are no black and white rules in terms of texting. There are also no rules or statutes that explicitly prohibit lawyers from texting their clients per se. Some lawyers might be willing to text their clients, while other lawyers might not want to do so. Some lawyers may not even be techsavvy enough to text with their clients.

First, texting is often short and to the point, as explained above. The lawyer or the client could misinterpret the shortness of the communication, causing miscommunication, an increase in fees, or frustration. Many conversations instead require a lot more dialogue and analysis than a short text message exchange.

Second, texting is not always the most secure way of communication. Texting is not encrypted communication.

This fact makes it easier for others to intercept or read the conversation.

Third, it is possible a client puts the phone down and somebody else picks it up and reads the communication. With texts, it can be quick and easy to see recent communication and attorney-client privilege could be jeopardized.

Fourth, text communication often does not make its way into a client’s file.

It can be hard for a lawyer to print off the texts and actually get them into the file.

It can be cumbersome for the law firm or lawyer (and expensive for the client in terms of legal fees) to print the text communications. Thus, when a client requests their file at the end of the case, the texts might not be there. As it relates to important matters, the client may want that text communication if they did not retain it on their own device.

Fifth, text communication lacks the formality of other types of communication. The lack of formality can cause some clients to say things spontaneously to their lawyer. This can be damaging to the attorney-client relationship if they are upset or angry about something.

Email is typically more secure because it is encrypted. Email is also a bit more formal and allows for lengthier

communication. The lengthier communication can often lead to better and more effective communication. Additionally, it is easier for a lawyer to print off an email chain and put that chain into the client file. For most clients, they appreciate this on the back-end when the case is over.

Finally, while texting is easy and convenient, with most smartphones, a client can send an email just as quickly as a text. In terms of convenience, sending an email versus a text is comparable.

Of course, phone calls, video conferences, or in-person meetings can often be more effective than email or text communication. While many clients want instant answers in the heat of the moment, if the situation can wait, the best communication can often take place by phone, video conference, or in-person.

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GOODE BELIEVES A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE IS ALL ABOUT FINDING BALANCE. “It’s a lifestyle of always having the ability to bring yourself back to center if you get off track,” Goode says. “Not seeking perfection or beating yourself up, but just having a sense of balance in the things that you eat, the things that you drink and just your life in general.”

Ruby Jean’s started in 2015 as a way to honor

“That was really the point for me, where I thought, ‘Ok, I kind of need to look at this through a more detailed lens,” he says.

Goode’s late grandmother, the company’s name-

The Ruby Jean’s menu began with different

sake, who passed away at 61 years old due to Type

recipes Goode would make for himself at home.

2 diabetes. Goode, like his grandmother, grew up

“I just always wanted to make sure that the

on soul food and continued to eat it throughout

menu was very simple and straightforward but

college. It didn’t cause a noticeable impact on his

healthy and still had the ability to taste good,” he

health because he was an athlete and very active.

says. “But I started from things I did myself and

After college, he noticed it would be difficult to

just worked out from there. I traveled a bunch

maintain his physical well-being eating the way

and got a lot of inspiration from different places

he was. Then, a couple of his friends living in Los

around the country. I’d never just TAKE a menu

Angeles introduced him to juice cleansing.

item, even from someone out of state or out of the country, but I’d try to re-interpret it for us in a very simplistic manner.”

Their pineapple carrot juice, for instance, was inspired by time he spent in Philadelphia for work.

“I was a catastrophe adjuster before I started Ruby Jean’s, and I traveled to Philadelphia for work,” Goode recalls. “They had this amazing outdoor market down there. I would walk to the market on my days when I was working in Philly. They had this pineapple and carrot juice that was amazing and the place had it on special. I would get one every single day. We have a pineapple and carrot juice specifically because of that reason.”

Goode opened his first store in Westport, at 48th and Broadway. Starting in Westport allowed them to establish a diverse customer base before more opportunities presented themselves. He’s also opened locations in Springfield,

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Mo., downtown Kansas City, in the Whole Foods in Brookside and at 30th and Troost. While they haven’t been open on Troost for long, Goode believes they’re a catalyst in the neighborhood.

“I remember the area from 30 plus years ago,” he says. “To see it start to turn the corner, and have a hand in actually turning that corner, and being a place where you will see all walks of life now is just a pretty cool experience. For me, being able to do what we do at 30th and Troost, and see the diversity in our clientele, I would say is probably my greatest accomplishment. It’s something that has never been done. We are the only all-healthy establishment on the entire East side of our city, in our city’s history. For me, that’s not like a ‘great job, Chris’ thing, that’s like a ‘great job, Kansas City’ thing, because it reflects progress and growth. For us to be at the center of it is amazing.”

that’s unique—he looks like me, sounds like me,

Goode recently became a board member at

he actually went to this place that I’m going to

Operation Breakthrough. His connection came

now. So I think for me, I hope to be just a further

naturally because Ruby Jean’s is not only located

example of what these kids can become and only

across the street, but they’ve collaborated together

the beginning of that statement.”

before with pop-up juice sampling or fundraisers.

Goode also attended Operation Breakthrough,

A focus on the people who walk into Ruby Jean’s is vital for Goode and his business.

formerly known as St. Vincent’s, for daycare grow-

“We stand for true health and doing it in a way

ing up. He hopes to provide a different optic for the

that just welcomes people into that fold. And people,

kids at Operation Breakthrough and show them

period,” he says. “People of all shapes, sizes, creeds,

what following your passion can look like and

races, cultures. We want people to be at the core of

where it has taken him.

understanding why we’re so passionate about this

“As a board member, I’m still very, very new, but I hope that my impact will be felt for the kids and the families that are me and my family today,” he

because my grandmother was just a person.”

Building a healthier community remains at the core of Ruby Jean’s purpose.

says. “I hope that they see a face that feels famil-

“Community is everything to me,” Goode says. “I

iar, and in that familiarity they see themselves and

grew up right here in Kansas City, I’ve lived in every

they see, you know, this guy is doing this thing

different corner of this city. I love being here. I love just the vibe of Kansas City, and I feel that we have only scratched the surface. I feel that the healthier we become as a city, especially micro pockets of the city, East side of Kansas City and others, I think that it will only get better. I think that we have the ability to share that message in a way that connects.”

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+ 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil, Cervasi preferred + 2 Tablespoons orange juice (squeeze what’s leftover of the segmented oranges over a bowl. It should have lots of juice remaining)

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REALTY REPORT REALTY REPORT

NEIGHBORHOOD

JOHNSON COUNTY

LIST PRICE

SOLD PRICE

%SOLD/LIST

DOM

BDRMS

BATHS

INDIAN HILLS

$3,399,000

$3,250,000

95%

395

6

8.1

HALLBROOK

$4,300,000

$3,172,000

73%

558

5

6.3

LEAWOOD

$3,500,000

$3,055,000

87%

17

6

6.1

INDIAN HILLS

$1,800,000

$1,700,000

94%

14

4

3.2

SAGAMORE HILLS

$1,650,000

$1,650,000

100%

50

6

4.1

BERRYHILL FARM

$1,575,000

$1,350,000

85%

141

8

9.3

HALLBROOK

$1,295,000

$1,275,000

98%

2

4

5.2

MILLS FARM

$1,199,950

$1,150,000

95%

102

7

6.2

CORINTH DOWNS

$1,095,000

$1,025,000

93%

3

3

2.1

TUSCANY RESERVE

$829,500

$799,500

96%

75

4

3

Information compiled is from Heartland Multiple Listing Service (MLS) and includes properties listed and sold in the area from multiple brokers.

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