Lee's Summit, MO May 2019

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MAY 2019

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200 S.E. Douglas Ste 105 Lees Summit, MO 64063 Joel Wilson 816-272-5650

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GET TO KNOW YOUR l ocal ADVISORS STACY BURTIN MILLS WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE FLOWER, TREE OR PLANT AND WHY? I really don’t have a favorite flower. Seeing flowers bloom let’s us know that spring is here. They represent new life, new beginnings, new possibilities, and the end of winter.

WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE PLACE TO SHOP IN LEE’S SUMMIT? I like Wild Child. I have found some really good buys there. As fast as kids grow, you need quality at a good price.

WHAT DO YOU LIKE TO DO OUTDOORS THIS TIME OF YEAR? After a long winter, my family and I are excited to be able to ride our bikes and take long walks.

Currently I am “in training” for the corporate challenge, so I am doing a little running too.

ANNE PEDERSEN WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE FLOWER, TREE OR PLANT AND WHY? The mustard tree is my favorite tree. Why? Because from a very small beginning it turns into a “mighty” tree, and I look at life this way. We all start out small, but can achieve magnanimous things through persistence, patience, and faith. I tell my clients that we can accomplish whatever they dream of and deem as most important “little by little”... by setting objectives and sticking with a plan.

WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE PLACE TO SHOP IN LEE’S SUMMIT? One of my favorite shops is Living Stone in downtown Lee’s Summit. I can always find unique gifts for a new baby, special occasions, even for people retiring. For myself, I like their lotions and decorations. What a special place!

WHAT DO YOU LIKE TO DO OUTDOORS THIS TIME OF YEAR? My husband and I still enjoy walking our dogs each day...rain or shine. We love watching Andey and Barney snoop around for other dogs and perk up their ears when they hear barking. Barney finds “prizes”- a discarded bag, paper, or leftover food and gets so excited! But we especially like our jaunts when the weather gets warmer and more pleasant. We love sunny days when the temperature is still a bit brisk and we can happily greet other dog-walkers along the way.

RYAN BARBER WHAT WOMEN HAVE MADE AN IMPACT IN YOUR LIFE? I thought it would be appropriate to honor the women that have made the biggest impact in my life- my Mom, Kay Barber, who still loves me to this day! She made breakfast for us every morning and we ate together before school. My wife, Elizabeth, who has been my best friend since middle school, makes me laugh and takes great care of me and our children.

WHAT DO YOU LIKE TO DO OUTDOORS THIS TIME OF YEAR? We love yard work and planting our garden. There’s nothing like the fresh smell of spring, new growth, and rich soil to distract our minds from busy life. We love to ride bikes and hike (even in Kansas City). Spring screams the beginning of Sporting KC’s season. We will watch all of the games!

WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE FLOWER OR PLANT? I really enjoy the lawn and the garden. Creeping phlox in early spring are vibrant and lively. Clematis offer a beautiful bloom and it is also trainable. There is nothing better than fresh veggies from your own garden. We plan to grow tomatoes, peppers and beans this year. Lastly, resurrection lilies are one of my favorites- you get to see them come to life twice!

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REALTY REPORT REALTY REPORT

Subdivision

BDRM F/B H/B

LEE’S SUMMIT

Architecture

Plan

Price Original Price Sale

Ashton at Charleston Park

3

2

1

Traditional

Split Entry

$189,900

$187,000

Oak Tree Farms

4

2

0

Traditional

Tri Level

$225,000

$200,000

Deerbrook

3

2

1

Traditional

Split Entry

$210,000

$206,000

Summit Wood

3

2

1

2 Stories

$304,600

$212,100

White Ridge Farms

3

2

0

Traditional

Ranch

$237,500

$232,500

Vista Del Verde

3

2

1

Traditional

Side/Side Split

$239,500

$228,000

Lakewood

3

3

0

Traditional

1.5 Stories, Ranch

$259,900

$237,000

Ridgewood Hills

3

3

1

Traditional

Atrium Split

$249,000

$249,000

Pryor Meadows

4

3

0

Traditional

California Split

$264,900

$255,000

Lake Ridge Meadows

4

2

1

Traditional

2 Stories

$305,000

$282,000

Meadows Of Winterset

4

2

1

Traditional

2 Stories

$312,000

$305,000

Napa Valley

3

2

1

Traditional

2 Stories

$324,900

$319,900

Lakewood

4

3

1

Traditional

Ranch, Reverse 1.5 Story

$335,000

$321,000

Paddock at Richardson Ran

4

3

1

Traditional

Ranch, Reverse 1.5 Story

$400,000

$355,000

Eagle Creek

4

3

1

Traditional

2 Stories

$376,330

$361,950

Oaks Ridge Meadows

4

4

1

Traditional

2 Stories

$360,000

$360,000

New Longview

4

3

1

Victorian

3 Stories

$375,000

$365,500

Mill Creek Of Summit Mill

5

4

0

Other

2 Stories

$415,000

$399,950

Raintree Lake

4

3

1

Traditional

Ranch

$402,000

$410,000

Legacy Wood

4

3

1

Contemporary

2 Stories

$418,000

$418,000

The Estates at Chapman Farms

5

3

1

Traditional

Reverse 1.5 Story

$426,000

$431,460

Reserve at Stoney Creek

5

5

0

Traditional

2 Stories

$519,950

$465,000

Park Ridge Summit

4

3

1

Traditional

Ranch, Reverse 1.5 Story

$542,947

$542,947

Winterset Valley

4

3

1

Traditional

Reverse 1.5 Story

$599,900

$569,000

Dalton's Ridge

4

4

1

Traditional

1.5 Stories

$675,000

$643,500

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LIFESTYLE LETTER

MAY 2019 PUBLISHER

Laura Paszkiewicz | laura@lifestylepubs.com EDITOR

Angela Broockerd | angela.broockerd@lifestylepubs.com PHOTOGRAPHY DIRECTOR

Janie Jones

Letter from the Editor THIS MONTH WE ARE CELEBRATING WOMEN, AND I AM VERY FORTUNATE TO HAVE SO MANY WONDERFUL WOMEN IN MY LIFE WHO HAVE LEFT THEIR MARK ON ME. However, sometimes people come into our lives who inspire us so greatly

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that it changes who we are and who we strive to be. For me, that person is my sister, Julie.

Julie is a woman who consistently looks for ways to build people up and discover their value. She has a heart for the hurting, the lost and the outcast. She sees beauty in every person she meets, regardless of who they are. Her impact on others is enormous, and I can’t fathom the number of people she has influenced.

Julie has spent so much of her life volunteering in the inner city with urban youth and working with the homeless community. She has such a heart for kids in the juvenile system and has mentored so many teens who have lost their way or experienced trauma.

She sees people for their best not their worst and has a gift for knowing a person’s potential and making them feel valued.

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Besides loving people without judgment or hesitation, she works hard to make

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purposeful connections with those who encounter her. I am constantly inspired by

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how she lives her life.

ART DIRECTOR Sara Minor OPERATIONS DIRECTOR Janeane Thompson

In this month’s issue, we are sharing stories of women in our community who have made a mark in one way or another. We also are recognizing a few local female entrepreneurs and women who are finding ways to help others to give back to the community. They have inspired me, and I hope you enjoy learning about them and

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feel inspired, too! I encourage you to take a moment to reflect on the inspirational women in your own life and reach out to them to thank them for the impact they have made. You won't regret it.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE MAY 2019

FEATURES 18 Home Design with Zing Lee’s Summit designer shares her love of color

26 A Female Legacy Four generations of women and the wisdom passed down

40 Crudite, anyone?

Spring seasonal produce for your Mother’s Day table

50 From a nursery to an agritourism destination Colonial Gardens combines

18 50

horticulture and agriculture into a unique experience

26

DEPARTMENTS

40

5

Realty Report

8

Lifestyle Letter

12

Good Times

14

Hops & Vine

18

Renovate & Refine

34 Locally Owned 40 Food & Wine 46 DIY 50 Water & Woods 54 Lifestyle Calendar 58 Parting Thoughts

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GOOD TIMES

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EPOXY

COATING

SYSTEMS

HOPS & VINE ARTICLE RACHEL MURPHY | PHOTOGRAPHY JOEL SCHNEIDER

WHISKE Y IN A TE ACUP WHISKEY ISN'T JUST FOR THE GENTS ANYMORE. THROW YOUR OWN TASTING PARTY!

Whiskey 101 Distilling and brewing have a lot in common. Both start with a base of grains.

In the U.S., whiskey is defined as any spirit that starts with grain and is aged in contact with wood. At Restless Spirits, Shannon oversees the production of three whiskeys—the Sons of Erin, which is an imported Irish Whiskey, Gullytown, which is distilled from scratch on premise at Restless Spirits, and Stonebreaker, which is a blend of the two.

Gullytown is Kansas City's first single-malt whiskey, meaning it is produced by one distillery out of one grain bill.

Shannon starts with a grain bill of 100 malted barley and double distills on a pot still. She then ages in two different barrels--one new charred oak and one bourbon cask. The barrels in which whiskey is aged directly affects the color of the spirit. The resulting whiskey is deep in color and rich and full-bodied with hints of dark cherry and a smooth vanilla finish.

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THERE’S A MODERN MISCONCEPTION THAT THERE’S SUCH A THING AS ‘GIRLY’ DRINKS AND ‘MANLY’ DRINKS. The world of spirits is inhabited and enjoyed by both genders. Of course, those making spirits are still predominately men, which the exception of Benay Shannon, the head distiller at Restless Spirits in Kansas City.

whiskey Shannon is the only female distiller in Missouri, and she showed

me the ropes on how to taste and share the goodness of what the Scots call the ‘water of life.’

The Set Up WHAT YOU NEED: To host a successful whiskey tasting, start with the star of the show--the spirits. It's nice to have a range of flavors so include a lighter, more delicate whiskey like the Sons of Erin, which starts with 96% corn and 4% barley, as well as a blended whiskey like the Stonebreaker, as well as a classic single malt.

Traditionally, whiskey should be tasted in a tulip shaped glass to help point aromas at your nose, but any receptacle will do in a pinch.

Often, adding a tiny bit of water or an ice cube will help to bring out more latent flavors in the whiskey as well. The water will lower the proof of the whiskey and lets the flavors shine through. Don't be afraid to add a pitcher of room temperature water to the table.

There is a difference between drinking and tasting. When drinking, there's nothing more to be done than enjoy. When tasting, you should pay attention to the color of the liquid, aromas before you drink, and then finally, the flavors as they roll over your tongue. The finish will be the lingering flavors left after you swallow.

For pairing, look for foods that mimic the flavors in the whiskey. For a full-bodied single malt, go for bold flavors like smoked salmon or strong, funky cheeses. Gorgonzola, bleu or funkier soft cheeses can stand up against the robust flavor of a barreled spirit. To bring out the sweetness, include dried fruits such as dried cherries or bananas. Briny, herbal flavors like pickled olives can also accent lighter, more floral whiskeys.

On the flip side, you can also pair stronger flavors in food with the more delicate whiskeys to allow them to balance each other out rather than compete.

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The Drinks If you don't have a bottle of Gullytown, Stonebreaker or Sons of Erin on hand, look for these styles: Single Malt—Most recognizably associated with Scotch Whisky, there's a lot of diversity in this style. Single malts tend to be categorized for the length of time that they spend in the barrel. For Irish whiskey, try Red Breast.

For an accessible beginner Scotch, try a Highland Scotch like Glenfiddich or Macallan.

Blended

Whiskeys—Although

whiskey

snobs will say that there's nothing else besides single malts, there are some great blended whiskeys out there as well. Try a bottle of Four Roses Bourbon. Plus, you'll have some on hand for that Derby Day mint julep!

Grain Whiskeys—Without the restrictions of a 100% malt grain bill, these whiskeys can have more delicate flavors. Many Japanese producers are excelling in this style. Try the Suntory Chita Whiskey.

The Recipe PATENT MEDICINE

+ 2 oz of Gullytown Double Barrelled Single Malt Whiskey

+ .5 oz Earl Grey simple syrup + 3-5 dashes of orange bitters + cocktail cherry + orange peel Combine whiskey, simple syrup and bitters over ice in a shaker. Shake until cold and strain in an old fashioned glass. Top with a cherry and garnish with a swatch of orange peel. Enjoy!

To make Earl Grey syrup, combine equal parts sugar and water and bring to a boil until all sugar is dissolved.

Soak three Earl Grey tea bags or the equivalent amount of tea in a teaball for 20-30 minutes. Remove tea and cool.

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

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A Different Kind of Healthcare Experience We cannot overestimate the power of our environment to affect our attitude, our emotions, and even they way we heal.

Being in our own surroundings and recovering at home with our loved ones, memories, art, music, pets, and landscapes are among the greatest assets.

Benefits of Recovery at Home Reduced Risk of Infection Power of Peaceful Sleep

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RENOVATE & REFINE

Home Design with Zing

‘I don’t really have a recipe,” Rodgers says.

“Just a dash of this and a dash of that. It’s my personality.”

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ARTICLE NATALIE FIELEKE PHOTOGRAPHY JASON DOMINGUES PHOTOGRAPHY

BRIGHT, BOLD COLOR IS MAKING A COMEBACK, AND LEE’S SUMMIT’S MELISSA RODGERS IS UP-AND-COMING FOR HER PUNCHY, ECLECTIC STYLING. Rodgers and her husband, Kevin, purchased their 1970’s era quad-level home in the Lakewood neighborhood four years ago. From the outside, it’s an unassuming beige residence, no different than any other on the quiet cul-de-sac. But step inside, and you’ll find yourself in a space that’s become both Melissa’s sanctuary and a creative showcase for her fun, laid-back style.

‘I don’t really have a recipe,” Rodgers says. “Just a dash of this and a dash of that. It’s my personality.”

When the Rodgers moved in, they took the entire first floor of the former rental down to the studs, opening up the kitchen, breakfast nook and dining areas and making room for their passion for entertaining. Both Melissa and Kevin are inspired by familial creativity; with artists, engineers, contractors and designers in their family trees. Kevin put himself through college as a carpenter. With this background, the couple approaches their personal home renovation and design with a can-do attitude and a shoestring budget.

But when their first-floor demolition revealed an electrical problem, much of the renovation budget was diverted to its repair.

Rodgers invested in rich, wide-plank acacia flooring and gold West Elm Mobile chandeliers for the dining room, but the backsplash tile was nixed, so she stenciled and hand-painted the teal subway tiles that line the walls of her galley kitchen. She brings this budget-savvy approach to clients’ projects as well.

“I have a save and splurge mentality,” she says. “You do not need to spend a small fortune on everything in your home. Invest a little extra on timeless quality pieces.”

Rodgers, a former M.A.C. makeup artist and self-taught interior designer and stylist, has a natural affinity for adding pops of color through accessories while keeping a neutral background that’s flexible to change. Her creativity extends to mixing higher-end pieces with budget ones, rustic furnishings with modern.

For example, her sitting room is furnished with a sleek white Ikea bureau, refashioned with painted legs across from a vintage chair.

In the dining room, the Rodgers made their roughhewn farmhouse table out of salvaged wood and pipes and paired it with a set of chairs Melissa thrifted for $10 and re-upholstered.

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Rodgers’ journey in taking her own home from shabby to chic has inspired her to launch and grow her own personal brand, Melissa B. Rodgers, Domestic Stylist. She offers e-design services, in-person home design consultation and a-la-carte home styling services.

While Rodgers’ Lakewood neighbors are already clued-in to her talents, Instagram has helped her gain a larger following outside her personal sphere. In the past year and a half, one of Rodgers clients’ homes was featured on Houzz, and her audience spiked from 700 to 7,000.

Find Rodgers’ latest projects, tutorials and inspiration by following her on Instagram @mbrdomesticstyling and online at mbrdomesticstyling.com

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tips for incorporating color and pattern in your home

01

Don’t place too many patterns on top of each other (break them up with solids).

The eye needs a place to rest, and too many patterns will feel chaotic.

02 Try to incorporate colors that are the same

intensity. For example, don’t mix pastels with jewel tones. Different patterns often work together if they’re of the same hues.

03

Use at least three patterns in a room and vary the scale. One large, one medium and small, or one large and two different mediums for instance.

04

Distribute patterns evenly throughout the room.

If the majority are all on one side of the room, the

05

Patterns don’t have to be of different colors.

Tone-on-tone patterns can still give the room

whole space will look unbalanced.

depth and character while remaining elegant.

06

Decorating your home is not a life-or-death situation. Have fun with it!

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A Female Legacy

Matriarch: a mother who is head and ruler of her family

This Lee’s Summit family enjoys a rich history of four generations of women as vast in talents as they are in their beauty within. This family stands out for their mutual respect for one another and the life lessons they have passed down from one generation to the next. Their shared love of music, compassion for animals and focus on others are some of the commonalities among this generational family. We sat down with them to find out their passions and lessons they have learned from one another.

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A FEMALE LEGACY

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EVA LOUISE ROWLAND: THE MATRIARCH, 96

SUZANNE SILER, 74

Louise, also known as “Gigi” is described by her family as loving,

Suzanne, also known as Mimi, is described by her granddaugh-

kind and a great example of spending wisely. She is 96 years

ters as being incredibly well-rounded. She can sing, play the

young, and is in great shape. Louise is very knowledgeable and

piano, sew, paint, take beautiful photographs and uses her

keeps up on current events. Not only does she have an immense

creativity to help others and her community. Suzanne likes to

love of music and is a gifted singer, but she can often be found

serve her community in many ways, but one way that she gives

dancing around the house.

back is by extending herself to students with special needs by taking their senior portraits. Her giving and loving personality

WHAT INSPIRES YOU?

is evident to all who know her.

Small town religion, school, family closeness and music.

WHAT INSPIRES YOU? WHAT WOMAN DO YOU LOOK UP TO IN LIFE AND WHY?

Music and the arts, nature, exercising, being with friends and

My mother—she sewed for us and kept house for us with no

family and my spiritual connection.

indoor water. She made most of our clothes and encouraged us to enjoy music.

WHO DO YOU LOOK UP TO IN YOUR OWN LIFE? I look up to my mother for setting a great example with money,

DO YOU HAVE ANY WORDS OF WISDOM FOR

encouraging appreciation of music and being kind to others.

THE NEXT GENERATION OF WOMEN? Take care of your body. Be kind to animals. Truthfulness is a

DO YOU HAVE ANY ADVICE OR WORDS OF WISDOM FOR

must. Put your family first. Always be thankful for what you have.

THE NEXT GENERATION?

Spend your money wisely.

When overwhelmed, remember “First things first.” Everything in life is about balance. Always listen first and remember that relationships are everything. Be persistent. When people treat you with disrespect, remember it’s not about you. And lastly, just because we have “rights” doesn’t mean it is always right.

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JAYME RICHARDSON, 49

ABBI RICHARDSON, 23

Jayme is described by her daughters as an unstoppable “Jedi” who is a true

Abbi is a true leader and a great role model. She is very pas-

super woman. She juggles so many things and is a master of all of them.

sionate about everything she does and blazes a perfect trail

The impact that she makes on the lives of others just out of the goodness of

for her younger sisters to follow in her footsteps. She has a

her heart, is something that many admire about her. She expects nothing in

creative mind and has inherited a love of music and dance.

return and does everything with such patience and courage.

WHAT WOMEN DO YOU LOOK UP TO IN WHAT INSPIRES YOU?

YOUR OWN LIFE AND WHY?

I am inspired by people who lift others up and make positive changes

The number one woman in my life I look up to is my mom. She

in our world.

is wise, patient, kind, independent, and strong. She is a Jedi!

WHAT WOMEN DO YOU LOOK UP TO IN YOUR OWN LIFE AND WHY?

DO YOU HAVE ANY ADVICE/WORDS OF

I look up to and notice women who are proud of who they are and strive

WISDOM FOR THE NEXT GENERATION OF WOMEN?

to make positive changes in the world.

Don’t sweat the small stuff. Be a good listener and work hard to follow and accomplish your dreams. God’s timeline is dif-

DO YOU HAVE ANY ADVICE FOR THE NEXT

ferent than your own timeline. Never forget where you came

GENERATION OF WOMEN?

from and always cherish your family.

My advice for the younger generation is to have as little phone time as possible. Be true to yourself, and always do things for the right reasons.

Surround yourself with positive people who inspire you to be better and do better. Try new things and have as many adventures as possible.

WHAT WOULD YOU TELL THE "YOUNGER YOU" FROM YEARS AGO IF YOU COULD? I would tell the “Younger Me” to always lead with love and light. Never dim your light.

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CLARA, 20

OLIVIA RICHARDSON, 16

Clara is a sensitive and kind soul who inherited her love of animals from

Oliva “Liv” is described as the feisty one who isn’t afraid to

her great-grandmother. She is described by her family as funny, loyal,

take risks. She is down-to-earth and loyal to her family and

smart and confident. She is the first person who will go to battle for you

friends. She lights up a room wherever she goes and is incred-

and stay by your side.

ibly adventurous. Liv meets life head on and is always up for a new experience.

WHAT INSPIRES YOU? I am motivated and inspired by my friends and family daily. I have such a

WHAT INSPIRES YOU?

great support system, and I am pushed to be the best version of myself.

I am inspired by people who have overcome big challenges

I am shown by many people in my life that success does not happen

and come out on top.

overnight and that hard work and dedication are a necessity.

WHAT WOMAN DO YOU LOOK UP TO DO YOU HAVE ANY ADVICE FOR THE NEXT GENERATION OF WOMEN?

IN YOUR OWN LIFE AND WHY?

If I could give advice to younger women, I would say to just be yourself.

I look up to my mom because she is always positive, and she

Growing up, especially in high school can be hard to be who you really are.

works hard.

With today's technology and social media, comparing yourself to others is an easy thing to do, but everyone has special qualities that make them

DO YOU HAVE ANY ADVICE FOR GIRLS IN

unique and beautiful in their own way. When you are yourself, your light will

THE NEXT GENERATION?

shine wherever you are and whoever you are around.

Stay true to yourself. Quality over quantity. Spread love and positivity.

WHAT WOULD YOU TELL THE "YOUNGER YOU" FROM YEARS AGO IF YOU COULD?

WHAT WOULD YOU TELL THE "YOUNGER YOU"

Something I would tell my younger self is to just live in the moment. There

FROM YEARS AGO IF YOU COULD?

are so many things that I worried about when I was younger that closed

Your friends will change but as long as you stay true to your-

me off from so many opportunities that were right in front of my face.

self, the ones that matter will always come back.

Living in the moment and letting go of the past is something that everyone should do. You will live a happier and healthier life!

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and customer base over the years. It moved locations in

The team of non-traditional designers at the business

downtown but remained a key business in the area.

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With this solid foundation, Keller was able to immediately begin looking at how to further improve and expand the business.

improved processes with their flowers, so they are healthier, more vibrant and last longer.

“Most people think we spend our day creating big

“It was really important to me to be able to provide

beautiful flower arrangements when actually we spend

that same level of service, if not more, and breathe

a great majority of our time caring for our flowers,” Keller

some fresh air into it,” Keller says.

says. “It all starts by hand selecting our flowers each

She had previously owned a business of her own but spent several years in the corporate world. She

week to ensure we have the most beautiful blooms available, but having the best flowers is not enough for us.”

was looking for ways to get back into running her own

She says once the flowers arrive, a regimen of

business when the previous owner planned to sell

processing, hydration and maintenance begins. Even

All A’ Bloom, and she believed it was a good fit and

the cooler, tools and vases are treated to a special

the right opportunity for her. She loves the business

maintenance regimen.

development aspect of the work and believes this was

Keller has also worked to create a new website

a chance for her to step outside her comfort zone and

which has enabled the company to end its business

pursue one of her dreams.

relationships with wire services. She says if a customer

Despite her business background, she didn’t have spe-

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cific experience in the floral industry. Yet, she was excited

supporting the local business and no longer paying a

about what she could do with the business, and the team

commission to a third-party collector.

of designers helped teach her. She also hired a consul-

All A’ Bloom is a traditional florist with flower arrange-

tant to help update processes and procedures. She said

ments in the cooler and plants and home décor in the

she has found other owners of floral shops were in the

boutique gift shop. They also do arrangements for same-

same position when they began their business, and she

day delivery, and events, businesses and weddings are

has enjoyed becoming immersed in the industry.

an essential part of the business.

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“We’re working hard to reach that customer who isn’t going to think about ordering flowers when they are walking down the street,” Keller says.

To accomplish this, they move flowers outside when the weather is nice and have “Flower Happy Hours” on Thursday and Friday afternoons when they offer half-priced stems.

She said in the future they would like to do more workshops and events, have more corporate accounts, go to more wedding shows and partner with more event coordinators.

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FOOD & WINE

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It is the perfect way to usher in spring, bringing seasonal goods from farm to table.

If you frequently entertain or are in search of new ways to wow your guests, a crudité board can be simple, quick and cost-effective. Think of it as a labor of love—part art, part organization and part self-expression.

There are absolutely zero rules for building the ideal crudité board, but these six tips will help you along your way.

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ARTICLE KASIM HARDAWAY | PHOTOGRAPHY PAUL VERSLUIS

+ Vibrant and robust produce

+ Don’t restrict yourself to just

+ To keep the vegetables crisp,

will be both visually attractive

vegetables! While the produce

fresh and unblemished, refrain

and appetizing. As you gather

should be the star, allow a few

from preparing more than two

the vegetables for your crudité,

supporting roles to join the stage.

hours prior to serving your guests.

think of the different preferences

Crackers

seeds,

While a little lemon water will help

your guest may have. Incorporate

olives and nuts for nibbling, herbs

preserve most vegetables, crudité

something

for added greenery—allow your

shines at its brightest when pre-

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pared shortly before enjoying.

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thing that will not overpower but

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enhance the freshness and qual-

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Creamy Avocado Dip and Beet

ity of your vegetables.

pletely fill the board, resulting in a

Tahini Faux Hummus? Continue

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from a nursery to an agritourism destination COLONIAL GARDENS COMBINES HORTICULTURE AND AGRICULTURE INTO A UNIQUE EXPERIENCE

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Agritourism opportunities in the suburbs aren’t always plentiful, but Colonial Gardens is expanding and providing Jackson County with various opportunities to connect with nature.

The business began 50 years ago as Colonial Nursery, and it got its start by selling trees and shrubs. Over the last half-century, the business has expanded and now includes a farm-share program, a 5,000-tree “You Pick” orchard, an event space, a café, classes, an expanded greenhouse, a new modernized garden center and more.

Simply put, Colonial Gardens is working to offer all things related to horticulture and agriculture with an increasing focus on health and wellness.

“I know we are one of the only organizations in the country pulling together horticulture and agriculture in this way,” says Kelly Chamberlain, general manager.

Many of the current offerings have been added during the last several years. In 2016, Tory Schwope purchased the business and began an extensive remodeling and expansion effort that culminated when they re-opened and re-branded in April 2018 as Colonial Gardens.

“We’ve lost our connection to the outdoors, healthy food and agriculture,” Chamberlain says. “We wanted to build a destination for families and communities to experience these things and come together to connect with agriculture and horticulture.”

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As part of this expansion, fresh food has become a key focus. They

Recent “Wine in the Gardens” events have brought out custom-

grow food in the greenhouse year-round and now offer a farm-share

ers to hear local music in their courtyard, and the Bean Counter

program, allowing customers to receive between seven to nine vari-

Café serves meals made with local and sustainable ingredients,

eties of produce each week for 15 weeks along with recipes provid-

many of which are gown on site.

ing insight on how to prepare the fruits and vegetables.

“People can sign up for their share of the harvest,” Chamberlain says.

They sell other locally sourced products including honey, elderberry juice and ice cream and are bringing some chickens onto the property to ensure they have fresh eggs as well.

The company’s expansion plan calls for the full development of 100 acres, and the goal is to use this land to help others connect with nature.

“We would love to have it fully developed in the next seven to 10 years,” Chamberlain says.

In the future, the hope is that the acreage will also include more

Additionally, they are developing 20 acres that will become a “You

shopping, an amphitheater, a larger market, office buildings, and

Pick” operation, which will include apple, pears, peaches, apricots,

possibly more wellness offerings such as yoga and acupuncture.

cherries, raspberries, blackberries, strawberries and more. These trees

Other wellness efforts could include hiring dieticians to help pro-

and bushes will be ready for picking in the late summer or early fall of

vide insight for healthy eating and living.

2020. Between this and a new “You Cut” flower field, opportunities for fun experiences with the whole family will be available.

Chamberlain says they take pride on their nutrient-rich soil,

True to their roots, they still have a strong garden center and nursery component with 4,000 acres of tree and shrub production land across the country.

which makes a significant difference in what is grown. She said

The focus on agritourism is allowing Colonial Gardens to generate

they are careful to not overapply chemicals as doing so ends up

revenue and grow the business in ways that are not altogether possible

depleting the soil of important nutrients. Given this, they are inten-

or sustainable with the traditional garden center model. The seasons for

tional about what they put into the soil and work to have the right

the garden center and agritourism are opposite each other, allowing for

balance of bacteria and fungus.

sufficient and convenient timing for both aspects of the business.

A wide variety of topics from composting to lawn care are covered

“It is our hope that people will learn about the benefits that plants

each week in their public classes, and they also hold several festivals each

and healthy food have on our mind and bodies as well as the positive

year with themes related to sweet corn, watermelon and fall farm fest.

impact it can make in our environment,” Chamberlain says.

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market bags - free for the first 200 customers. Flower pot crafts available for the first 100 kids. Vendors will be out with their best spring produce and plants. Grab a coffee

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natural resources. Bring your own

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PARTING THOUGHTS ARTICLE LAURA PASZKIEWICZ

Celebrating Women EMBRACING THE UNIQUENESS IN ALL OF US

H e r e ’s t o s t r o n g wo m e n .

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M a y we k n ow

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be them. May we r a i s e t h e m .”

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