Leawood Lifestyle January 2014

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How Will You Make a Difference This Year?

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f you’re reading this publication, it’s likely that you and I have several things in common. We don’t have to worry about where we’ll get our next meal. Our basic needs are being met and we’ll go to bed in a warm, safe and comfortable home tonight.

What a wonderful blessing!

I continue to wonder if I’ve done enough to teach my two boys about how blessed they are. How the years of hard work, careful planning and wise decision-making by two parents has not always been easy, but it is why they live the way they do and have what they have. Do they understand to whom much is given, much is to be expected? That they need to look for opportunities to give back?

What about you?

As the New Year begins, have you taken time recently to reassess how you’ll make a difference in the world around you this year? As an individual, and even as a family?

The very best way to teach our children and grandchildren about being charitable is to lead by example. Don’t just write a check and put it in an envelope or fill a bag with cast-offs and set it out on the front porch to be collected. Instead, show your children, grandchildren, friends and family what’s important to you by rolling up your sleeves and volunteering on a regular basis. If you don’t want to do it alone, invite a friend or neighbor to join you. With volunteerism, the more the merrier is an absolute given!

Most school-aged children can earn impressive service awards by volunteering a certain number of hours in a year. Encourage your children or grandchildren to choose one charity and focus their attention on it for many years. They’ll have the opportunity to build relationships and learn more about how the organization works if they visit more than just a time or two. They’ll find out what the organization really needs and may set out to complete a project to help meet that need. Before you know it, they’ll learn how to really make a difference.

Pick an organization that touches your heart. Are you passionate about children or babies?

Literacy initiatives? Animals or veterans? Finding a cure for a specific disease? Your volunteerism will mean more if the mission of the organization is one you believe in wholeheartedly.

Before you give your support, please do the responsible thing and do your homework.

There are too many organizations out there raising money and claiming to do good, when in fact they do very little to distribute the money and goods they collect. Celebrity-backed charities are a dime a dozen. Don’t assume that a famous face supporting or leading a charity means it is more legitimate than others. Ask a few questions about the percentage of money earned that goes to administrative costs and about how much has been given away in the past few years. You may find that it’s better to give directly to a national organization rather than a local, celebrity-backed offshoot that supposedly supports a national organization.

You’ve got a year of giving ahead of you. Go out there and make a difference!

I’ll see you around town.

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The Greater Kansas City Chapter of Hadassah recently celebrated its 100th year anniversary at Hallbrook Country Club. Hadassah is a national volunteer organization inspiring passion and commitment to its partnership with the land and people of Israel.

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Rededication of Brook Beatty Park A Leawood Parks & Rec ceremony celebrated new enhancements: a playground, picnic table, bench, drinking fountain, bicycle rack, landscaping and restored sign. Many area neighbors worked with City leaders to make the project a priority.

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Around Town SM East Senior Earns Perfect Score on the ACT Shawnee Mission East senior Rob Simpson earned a perfect score of 36 on the ACT exam. Of the 1.6 million students who take the ACT each year, less than one-tenth of 1 percent of students achieves a perfect score. To achieve a perfect score on the entire ACT exam, a test taker must earn a perfect score in the areas of English, mathematics, reading, and science. Simpson achieved his perfect score when he took the test in late October. Simpson is enrolled in Advanced Placement classes and is also a Semifinalist in the 2014 National Merit Program. He is active in Men’s Choir and serves as Choir President at SM East. Simpson also participates in SM East Theatre and plays the cello in the SM East Symphonic Orchestra.

Keeping Our Snowy Streets Safe Did you know that Leawood’s Public Works Department maintains more than 425 lane miles of roadway that are treated and plowed during each winter weather event? It’s comforting to know that our City is prepared and committed to clearing all streets of snow and ice within 24 hours of the end of any storm event.

Thirty snow-plow operators, 16 snow removal vehicles equipped with GPS technology and automated vehicle locators, a fully stocked supply of salt and liquid products stand at the ready for the next wintery forecast. When snow accumulates to a depth of two inches, plowing begins. Anti-icing decisions are based on temperature, amount and type of precipitation; and major intersections, bridges and hills are first priority. When more than four inches of snow are predicted, the Parks Department supplies additional equipment and personnel.

To keep traffic moving at a safe and constant speed, the City continually plows and deices major arterial roadways, collector and local residential streets until the snow has stopped. To ensure safety and assist operations, the City suggests parking off the street during inclement weather, trimming low hanging branches from right-of-way trees, clearing the sidewalk in front of your home within 48 hours after the snow has ended, and discouraging children from sledding or building snow structures anywhere near or in a right-of-way.

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Leawood resident Arlin Buyert has published his second book of poetry entitled Family Photos. North Carolina Poet Laureate Joseph Bathanti reviewed the book and wrote: “Family Photos by Arlin Buyert is an ekphrastic tour de force, beautifully wrought up in the emotional terrain of ancestry, geography and the ongoingness of blood. The poems move, along with the vintage photographs that comprise the journeythrough the often precarious terrain of memory. This is a wonderful book.” Available on Amazon.com and at many local bookstores.

HCA Midwest Health System has named Denise K. Miller, MD, board-certified emergency Physician, as chief medical officer (CMO) of Menorah Medical Center. Miller joins the leadership team of the award-winning, full-service, acute-care facility that is part of HCA Midwest Health System and a healthcare leader in Johnson County. She has been a member of Menorah Medical Center’s medical staff since 2000.

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Firebirds Wood Fired Grill is a classic American restaurant known for its authentic wood fired entrees infused with bold flavors, fresh herbs and spices. Based in Charlotte, N.C., Firebirds has a collection of 27 restaurants throughout the U.S. and is now open in Overland Park at the Corbin Park Shopping Center (6601 West 135th St.). The polished casual restaurants are open for lunch and dinner, and feature a selection of aged steaks that are hand-cut in the restaurant, fresh seafood, chicken and ribs seared over local hickory, oak or pecan wood.

TIVOL Hosts First Annual Watch Fair A long-standing Kansas City gem, TIVOL recently hosted the first annual Watch Fair at its Hawthorne Plaza store. The event included a showcase of their expanded selection of products from most of their watch brands, free gifts with purchase, and a special trade-in offer on Swiss timepieces. The opening day party on Friday evening featured barbecue from Oklahoma Joe’s as well as drinks and music.

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New Public Art is a “Prairie Evolution” There’s a new piece of public outdoor art in Johnson County worth bragging about. Commissioned by the Corinth Square shopping center, “Prairie Evolution” was built by Matthew Dehaemers, an artist who has several pieces of public art on display throughout the Metro. A father of two, Dehaemers is a resident of Shawnee and grew up near 93rd Street and Mission Road. He says the piece is intended to evoke the growth of the area from a swath of tallgrass prairie into a modern suburb.

The piece is built from steel frame with colored glass and is located between SPIN! Pizza and Salty Iguana.

Toy & Miniature Museum Awarded Grant The Missouri Humanities Council has awarded a grant of $10,000 to the Toy and Miniature Museum of Kansas City in support of the creation of a plan to improve exhibition of the museum's antique toy collection.

As part of the Toy and Miniature Museum's transition to a national level, three humanities scholars with extensive knowledge and scholarship in the area of toys will work with museum staff to plan the museum's new exhibitions.

The new plan will greatly enhance the museum visitors' experience by highlighting individual collection objects; weaving interpretation into the exhibits; and providing context and stories to help visitors connect with the collection and the people, places, and times in which the objects were made and used. The Toy and Miniature Museum will close for renovation on January 6 and will reopen in early 2015 as The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures.

Edward Jones Partners With National WWI Museum Financial-services firm Edward Jones announced a partnership with the National World War I Museum at Liberty Memorial in Kansas City, Mo., continuing its long-standing commitment to support military veterans. Edward Jones has been awarded exclusive naming rights for the Museum's Research Center and the Museum's Centennial Flag Program.

"Edward Jones has a long legacy of offering military veterans fulfilling, long-term careers. In fact, our firm's founder, Edward Jones Sr., served in WWI, so a partnership with the museum and its network of military veterans was a natural fit. We look forward to working together to support and honor our country's brave servicemen and women," says Jim Weddle, managing partner of Edward Jones.

Edward Jones is nationally recognized as a leader in offering career opportunities to military veterans. The firm was named a winner for the 2013 Most Valuable Employers for Military by CivilianJobs.com, as well as received recognition from G.I. Jobs, earning a spot on the 2013 "Military Friendly Employer" list and Military Times EDGE, ranking No. 43 on the 2013 Best for Vets ranking.

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Kansas City Restaurant Week presented by US Foods returns January 17 – 26 for what is anticipated to be the most successful event yet as it enters its fifth year. More than 100 restaurants have enrolled for the 10-day dining event and more restaurants are anticipated to enroll leading up to the event.

KC Restaurant Week benefits Harvesters, Kansas City Regional Destination Development Foundation and The Greater Kansas City Restaurant Association Educational Foundation. More than $170,000 was raised during the 2013 event.

KC Star Announces Printing of USA TODAY The Kansas City Star is pleased to announce it will begin printing USA TODAY for the Kansas City market. The contract includes a Monday through Friday edition of USA TODAY as well as Sports Weekly. Printing is scheduled to start at The Star’s Press Pavilion on January 20.

“We are proud to partner with USA TODAY to produce their work on our state-of-the-art presses,” says president and publisher Mi-Ai Parrish. “The Kansas City Star's Press Pavilion is a leader in regional printing, producing more newspapers daily than any other in the area.”

The Star’s press plant, at 1601 McGee, opened in 2006 and houses four KBA Commander presses. The Star prints 35 different products, including The Wall Street Journal, The Lawrence Journal-World and Topeka Capital-Journal.

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Whether Stroud's South or Stroud's in the Northland, it's comforting to know –from the chicken and mashed potatoes with gravy to the mouth-watering cinnamon rolls –that some things never change after all these years.

Toyota Launches TeenDrive365 The first year a teenager gets their driver’s license will be one of the most dangerous of their lives and while cars today are safer than ever, automobile crashes are the leading cause of death for teenagers. This is why Toyota launched TeenDrive365, a driving safety platform to help families navigate the critical first year of a teen’s independent driving. The initiative aims to help foster an ongoing dialogue between parents and teens through engaging online tools, expert advice and tips, local events and social media.

One of TeenDrive365’s goals is to inspire parents to model safer driving behaviors for their teens. This premise of bringing parents and teens together to encourage safe driving is based on scientific research from a national study Toyota conducted with the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute. The study found a significant correlation between how parents and their teens drive, suggesting that parents are the biggest influence on how a teen will behave behind the wheel. For more information visit TeenDrive365.com.

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Equine Outreach Offers More Than Riding Lessons The Open Range Fellowship offers an Equine Outreach for horse-loving kids ages 5 and older to experience quality instruction in Relational Horsemanship and build confidence and character for a successful life. Year-round sessions are offered, tailored to fit each child’s needs, including: basic riding and horse handling, developing relationship-building skills, fun Bible study and scripture-based learning, guidance from a personal discipleship relationship. Schedule your session today. Private or group sessions available. As low as $30 per 90 minutes. Contact Emily at pacasnponies@yahoo.com or call at 816.560.8535. Located at Ransomed Heart Ranch, 204 E Casey Rd in Lone Jack. Weather proof with indoor and outdoor arenas, weekday and Saturday sessions available.

Practice Your Penmanship January 23 is both National Handwriting Day and John Hancock’s birthday.

In honor of this unique coincidence, consider taking the time to write a handwritten letter to a friend, loved one, local editor or a favorite teacher on or around the 23rd of the month.

As schools across the nation consider the value in teaching cursive handwriting to our children, do your part to keep the art of handwritten correspondence alive.

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hen you look around your home, chances are you see certain areas that could use an updated look, especially when it comes to those high-profile areas of the house where everyone congregates, such as the kitchen. Is your kitchen reflective of the design trends of last century? If a residential facelift is in order, it can be done seamlessly (and with far less stress on your wallet!) with the help of a professional design team.

Change is good, but sometimes change can come at a hefty price, and if updating the look of your kitchen does not justify surrendering your bank account, consider the less expensive alternative to changing out the cabinets while still giving your kitchen a beautiful transformation: faux painting, a simple transformation process that produces beautiful and eye-catching results.

When you incorporate faux painting into the design process, updating the look of your kitchen has never been easier, more cost effective and, at nearly a third of the cost than replacing the cabinets, a whole lot easier on your budget. “Faux painting allows you to change the color, look and style of your cabinets without the hassle and expense of completely replacing them,� notes Arlene Ladegaard, IIDA, principal designer and owner at Design Connection, Inc. Styles change, and what was all the rage 10, 20 or 30 years ago definitely deserves a makeover in 2014.

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mented the black appliances and the Impala black granite tile countertops that were in style at the time. Fast-forward to 2005, and that dated washed look gave way to a darker appeal. The clients opted to simply faux paint the cabinets and replace the appliances with stainless steel.

This past year beckoned yet another update. The center island was changed out to welcome a Wolf gas cooktop, along with the installation of exotic Cosmos granite, an exquisite stone with grays, blacks and bits of graphite that dance with the overhead lights. A new backsplash was also added, which successfully married pewter and warm gray mosaic accents. Additionally, the soft charcoal see-through linen window treatments add a decided touch to the overall look. These provide privacy for the homeowners while still giving them access the wonderful view outside.

Other cost-effective elements of design to consider when updating your kitchen include the incorporation of new lighting, new accessories, new hardware, and new furniture.

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A Better Place to Call Home Heartland Habitat for Humanity’s Veteran’s Housing Initiative offers resources and support to those who have served our country.

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he statistics are sobering. There are 81,000 veterans in the five-county metro area serviced by Heartland Habitat for Humanity. Nine million veterans nationwide are senior citizens, many of whom live on a fixed income but are still expected to shoulder the burden of home maintenance and repairs.

Mark Naster, resource development coordinator at Heartland Habitat for Humanity, is a Marine Corps veteran. He says that veterans often don’t like to admit that they need help, but that the goal of Heartland Habitat for Humanity’s Veteran’s Housing Initiative is to engage the community in showing veterans and their families that they are valued and that the community supports them.

“Heartland Habitat for Humanity is committed to strengthening communities and peoples’ lives and to create opportunities for low income families to develop 26 Leawood Lifestyle | January 2014

equity and independence through home ownership,” Naster says. While home construction is the foundation of Heartland Habitat for Humanity, the Veteran Housing Initiative is one of the new opportunities created by changes in the local housing market that allows organizations such as Heartland Habitat for Humanity to expand programs that partner with families to maintain and preserve their homes.

The initiative will focus on five main areas: wheelchair ramps, accessibility modifications, energy saving weatherization, painting, siding, gutters and landscaping and other critical home repairs. Because many veterans face unique housing needs due to a disability from combat injuries, the ‘A Brush With Kindness’ program is a unique opportunity for volunteers to make a difference in the life of someone who has

given so much to defend our country.

The Veterans Housing Initiative is built on five key strategies: affordable housing and home preservation, volunteer mobilization, education, celebration and identification of veterans. Individuals or family members who have served on active duty for at least six months qualify for the initiative, provided they received any discharge other than dishonorable or are retired. Gold Star Families—immediate family members of fallen service members—also qualify.

Along with more than 50 military related community organizations in the greater Kansas City area, the Veterans Housing Initiative provides an opportunity for veterans to serve locally not only to help those in need of housing, but also to celebrate and honor veterans in the local community. With additional special events to

pay tribute to veterans and their families and to raise awareness of the unique challenges they face once home, Heartland Habitat for Humanity plans to schedule events each year that coincide with recognized celebrations and events that focus on veterans issues.

“Locating veterans that need assistance is a key priority,” says Naster. “We are reaching out to various government, civic, media and social service and business organizations to not only promote the program but also to identity applicants and volunteers.”

“As a Vietnam era veteran I have a special place in my heart and soul for fellow veterans, especially wartime veterans”, says Steve Thompson, director of construction at Heartland Habitat for Humanity. “This is a program based on gratitude and is a combined effort with community support to show the veterans and their families that we care. Simple home repairs that the veteran may not be able to do can be done with Heartland Habitat acting in harmony with community partners. We ask our veteran population to give us a chance to extend a helping hand on some of those projects in their homes that may be a challenge. We would like the opportunity to serve all of them the way that they have served us.”

Naster says Habitat for Humanit is very proud and honored to help more families through our Veterans Housing Initiative. ”We couldn’t do this without the support of BMO Harris Bank,” he explains. A Presenting Sponsor of the program, BMO Harris Bank shares Heartland Habitat for Humanity’s commitment to building, strengthening and enhancing the lives of those who live and work in the communities they serve. BMO Harris

Bank Kansas City President Brad Smith says the bank is also pleased to back the Initiative.

“We are proud to support Heartland Habitat's Veterans Housing Initiative, both financially and through employee volunteerism,” Smith says. “We are excited to roll up our sleeves and work side by side with veteran volunteers, and to be a part of program that will ensure that those vets in need have a better place to call home. We owe a great debt of gratitude to veterans for all they have done to support our country and people around the globe."

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Open House

Styling a House, Making a Home Amy Thurston helps people embrace what makes their homes uniquely theirs

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my Thurston has taken up residence in a number of different countries across the globe, so she has an acute sense of just what constitutes “home.” And that insight, that attention to personal detail and family, all come together in the most amazing ways through EDIT home styling, her design business.

Through the company, Thurston has found the ultimate outlet for her lifelong love of design. She’s worked on everything from full remodels, to paint selections, mantels, bookshelves, centerpieces and holiday décor.

Still, Thurston’s entry into the design world was a crooked, though exciting, path. First, she took a job in a restaurant in her home of St. Helena. She eventually landed in San Francisco, where she met her husband. They shared the dream of owning a boutique hotel, so they sold most of their possessions and left to research hotels around the world.

“Curtis and I traveled through Europe, India, the Middle East and South Africa,” she says. “This trip served as a tipping point; I re28 Leawood Lifestyle | January 2014

turned with an appreciation for the history and craft of the cultures we lived with, which inspired a career change to one of design.”

Back in Napa, Amy took a job at Erin Martin Design, learning the fine art of sourcing and planning, dealing with contractors, installations, photo shoots and more. But soon enough, Curtis’ job led them to Eleuthera, a small island in the Bahamas, where he opened and ran a resort. Their daughter, Marni, was born in Nassau on New Year’s Eve of 2008.

Two years later the family of three (plus two mutts found on the streets of Nassau) left paradise and returned to Curtis’ hometown of Overland Park. There, Kruger was born, named for the national park in South Africa where his parents worked and got engaged.

The family settled into a home on Lee Boulevard, and Thurston set about making the most of the space—all while reflecting the family’s rich history and distinctive tastes. The home is filled with elements of nature, soothing colors, unique textures, family heirlooms, and mementos from their travels. Thoughtful-

ly styled, there is no useless design-for-design’s sake here.

Kruger’s bedroom is not just reserved as nursery space. Instead, it’s intelligently laid out as both playroom and guestroom, with the addition of a pullout couch. Clever mason-jar lights (made by Curtis) will grow with Kruger, as will most everything in the room.

“I want the kids to have things that last, pieces that they can eventually take with them when they go,” Thurston says.

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THE BIGGEST MISTAKES AND EASIEST FIXES IN HOME DÉCOR The biggest mistake Amy Thurston sees is when people get caught up in trends— finding a magazine spread and recreating everything in it.

“Once yours, it lacks dimension and soul,” Thurston says. The other mistake? “Defining your style as traditional, modern and contemporary. Why not be indefinable?”

Instead, she advises, take elements of a photo, inspiration from something you see, and start from there. And don’t forget that the easiest way to instantly improve your décor, Thurston adds, is to explore neutral paint. Also? She urges people to take pieces away.

“Ask yourself if you really like it, does it mean something to you, if not take it away.

And take your time replacing it (think vacation mementos, family heirlooms, peruse our wonderful local antique malls or even CraigsList!). A home needs to be layered, and that can’t be achieved overnight. So be patient, shop carefully or hire me!”

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The family’s media room/office boasts wide shelves from IKEA (with replaced knobs), which are the ideal backdrop for mementos from the family’s travels.

Plush couches from Crate and Barrel invite cuddle time during family movie nights. Continuing with the neutral, clean lines, a repurposed metal desk provides Thurston with a place to work—all while remaining unscathed from even the most jubilant child or dog.

The master bedroom features strippeddown hospital cabinets as side tables (“David Petty has the best eye for industrial pieces!” Thurston says.), Farrow + Ball wallpaper, lamps found at the Rivermarket with updated shades from Target, and a doit-yourself headboard.

“I love that our home truly reflects our family,” she says. “It’s open and comfortable and looks tailored. We took time getting to know our home, and the shopping continues, but I think everyone that comes over sees themselves living here.

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Locally Owned

Ten Thousand Villages A store, a mission, a treasure.

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n countless villages around the world, talented artisans create unique and beautiful items to sell. Of course, it would take an abundance of time and money for a Johnson County resident to travel the globe to locate these artisans. Fortunately, Overland Park is home to Ten Thousand Villages, where the bridge to worldwide shopping is as simple as a trip downtown.

Ten Thousand Villages is a fair trade store located on the corner of Santa Fe Drive and 80th Street. This world market is stocked with goods from 36 developing countries in Africa, Central America, South America and Asia. The store has something for everyone, from jewelry to coffee, tea and chocolate to home dĂŠcor and so much more. All items in the

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store are handmade, and all are acquired through fair trade.

The term fair trade encompasses several components. It means that artisans from those developing countries who create and sell their items are paid a fair price for their goods. It also means that long-term relationships have been established with

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crafters so they can earn a dependable wage. Additionally, fair trade includes helping artisans learn and utilize responsible environmental practices for long-term sustainability. The sales of these fair trade items benefit the artisans who create them and help to strengthen fair trade throughout the world.

In 2000, a small but committed group of volunteers opened the doors of Ten Thousand Villages in downtown Overland Park after years of researching and raising funds.

The store is part of a network of 84 Ten Thousand Villages stores across the United States, but they are locally operated with their own board of directors.

Their goal was to create opportunities for artisans in developing countries. They not only brought products of various far-

away lands to share with the Kansas City community, they also revealed the stories and wonderful aspects of the cultures of the people who created them. After three short years, they outgrew their original space and moved to their current larger location a few doors down.

An element that stands out about the concept of Ten Thousand Villages is the constant commitment of the community. There are only four paid staff members. Those four staff members run the store along with around 65 volunteers, many of whom have been involved with the store since it opened. The volunteers help with sales transactions, greet customers, unpack shipments and update social media.

All volunteers go through an orientation on fair trade and a training process to work in the store. Operating Ten Thousand Villages with so many volunteers significantly reduces overhead costs so that more fair trade products can be purchased from artisans and sold to the public.

“We simply could not do what we do without our volunteers,” says Store Manager Kendra Frink.

In just over a decade, Ten Thousand Villages has become part of the fabric of downtown Overland Park. They support our own neighborhood communities by holding shopping events for other local organizations. Nonprofit organizations who are looking to raise money can contact Frink to schedule a shopping date and time. Once the shopping event is completed, Ten Thousand Villages donates 15 percent of the sales back to the organization.

Ten Thousand Villages has built a bridge for struggling artisans to make better lives for themselves and their families. An added bonus is that the same bridge affords the Kansas City community the ability to add meaning to shopping for quality products. The knowledge that fair trade practices have been applied to each item in the store invites opportunity to learn about the rich cultures and traditions of the countries where those products are made, thus lessening the gap between our little corner of the world and thousands of villages scattered throughout the rest of it.

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Design on a Dime kansas city style Article and Photography Jenny Wolff

So that she could splurge on a couch, Martha purchased secondhand end tables, ottoman and a yellow throw.

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y brother calls me a picker. I call myself a creative decorator. Either way you look at it, my friends and I are local tributes to the popular HGTV show Design on a Dime that dispels the notion that a beautiful room has to be expensive. Yep, we search and scour estate and garage sales, peruse Craigslist and EBay, shop at Savers, and we even hit a retail store now and then.

We like to sift and sort through helter-skelter assortments and kooky cast-offs in hopes of finding gems and pearls to create cozy homes and fond memories. We enjoy the surprising stumble— falling into a moment in time and re-emerging into the sunlight with a tarnished treasure which was waiting to be taken home, cleaned and loved again.

Take my friend Martha, for example. By searching, she totally re-furbished her son Max’s room for a little over $1,000. That included furniture, artwork, accessories, linens and wall paint.

Martha’s basement is a mix of retro and re-purposing. The fun, eclectic style gives the family space a welcoming, relaxed feel. She turned an old red commercial display cabinet into a dry bar, added an over-sized bottle opener from Signals catalog as a towel rack and stocked the piece with barware others had discarded.

One might expect Martha to display an “I brake for garage sales” bumper sticker on her car. But she doesn’t. She doesn’t advertise her passion. She just quietly goes about seeking sales, finding gems and brightening her home with the unusual and uncommon.

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Above: Martha created her son’s new room by finding an iron bed and night stand on Craigslist; lamp, fleece throw, pillows, and accessories at a garage sale. She purchased the “M” artwork at a flee market and splurged for the bedspread at Pottery Barn.

Below: Martha’s desk is her old kitchen door with hairpin legs added. The file cabinet is from Craigslist and she found most of her artwork and collectibles at garage and estate sales.

“You meet the nicest people at these sales,” says Martha, who considers her tastes eclectic. “Sometimes I see something I know will be great in a particular spot.” She also travels with a list of items others are looking for.

My friend Wendy experienced her first garage sale her during college days.

“A friend was getting married, so we went looking for kitchen items,” says Wendy. “We found exceptional quality at inexpensive prices, and I was hooked.” That was nearly 30 years ago.

Since then, she has found everything from her living room art to antique games for her basement rec room walls. Today she combs for American, English, Italian and French china and pottery. When her sons were young, she purchased stocking-stuffer toys, some clothing and of course home accessories and kitchen items.

“I am always on the lookout for something a little different,” says Wendy.

Her husband gets a kick out of Wendy’s low cost hobby that keeps their home beautiful and vibrant.

“For her, the hunt is half the fun,” says David.

So, this past year when others went out Black Friday shopping, I hit the estate sales. I scored a turkey platter, two Majolica pottery dishes for my collection and a box of recessed lights for a dollar each. It is not just the great finds—a gorgeous Lenox serve ware turkey platter! It is the stories—from a Midtown estate sale the day after Thanksgiving!

Perhaps the best story occurred a few years ago. My friend Joan picked me up and we hit a sale near Prairie Elementary School. We knew it was a good one. Parked cars lined the street and traffic was thick both ways. Walking in, we could feel the heightened excitement from shoppers.

Immediately I spotted a leather chair and ottoman for $250. I grabbed the price tag, told Cathy Acuff at the cash table that I was going to buy the chair, and kept shopping.

I picked up a leather Buffalo Bill pillow, perfect for our Colorado cabin, a set of cantaloupe bowls, plus veggie shaped salt and pepper shakers, and I remarked to Joan at each turn about what an unusual sale this was. Most items were relatively new, giving

us a sense that the owners were younger than you would find at a typical estate sale.

When I paid for my items, Cathy sighed, “Oh that was George’s favorite chair.” Joan and I giggled all the way home with our fabulous finds, as I exclaimed, “Who the hell is George?”

A few nights later, at a neighborhood gathering, a friend asked during dinner, “Say, did anyone happen to go to George Brett’s estate sale this week?” I looked at my husband and back at my friend and replied. “I believe I did.”

So now, George’s “favorite chair” sits in my living room with two end tables and a collection of crystal decanters from other estate sales. The room also includes a sofa, chair and iron table from Nell Hills, a sideboard from Woodson Place, a Pottery Barn rug, and inherited ink and pen sketches from my aunt and parents.

So in this day of hip IKEA infatuation, this “creative decorator’s” cache provides not just an inspired, comfortable home, but also many wonderful memories and stories to share.

Wendy says she prefers garage sales to estate sales for the best bargains.

Shopping Tips from these Pros Martha - Weed out as you bring in new.

Have your own sale every year or two and make donations to thrift stores to keep items in circulation.

When walking through a sale, continue to check prices on items even if you think many are over-priced. You may find a great deal or an item that's splurge-worthy.

Don’t be afraid to walk out of an estate sale empty-handed. Consider it research.

Read design magazines and blogs for great ideas on taking vintage items and displaying and re-purposing them in new, interesting ways.

Wendy - Never pay full price for clay pots, vases, baskets, picture frames, lamps and books. These are easy to find at garage and estate sales.

Jenny - You don’t have to be strategic. If you see a sign, stop.

Wendy displays the white pottery found at sales on her Woodson House corner hutch.

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Artist’s Palette

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Wes Benson

What inspires you?

What brought you to Leawood?

I'm inspired artistically by a fairly eclectic group of illustrators, painters and cartoonists including John Singer Sargent, Alex Katz, Will Cotton, Alphonse Mucha, Willem de Kooning, Gustav Klimt, Tomer Hanuka and Darby Conley, to name a few. I'm also inspired by music, books, the nature of light, science, travel posters, outerspace and my dog Rigley.

I was born in Kansas City and have lived in Leawood most of my life with the exception of college and graduate school.

Where did you study art?

Describe your art.

My artwork is bright, colorful, illustrative, representational (non-abstract) oil painting and illustration. I often refer to myself as "An illustrator who paints" rather than a "painter." The reason for this is there is a sort of social rift between illustrators, who are typically commercial artists, and painters, who are often "fine artists." Commercial art is sometimes looked down on by "fine artists" who see commercial art as a less-noble pursuit. Conversely, in my experience commercial artists typically aren't bothered by "fine artists," but we illustrators often wonder why "painters" steeped in abstraction frequently don't draw very well. Although many artists including myself find this distinction between fine art and commercial art to be sort of silly, (there's a lot of overlap between the two, it's not a black-and-white issue by any means) I tend to associate myself more with illustrators than painters. Most of my education has been as an illustrator. Oil painting is something I just sort of picked up on my own. I didn't intend to become an oil painter, but I've found success with it and absolutely love it. Oil painting is one of my favorite methods of illustrating.

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The University of Kansas (undergraduate) and The School of Visual Arts in New York City (graduate school). I teach part time in both the undergraduate illustration department and the continuing and professional studies department at the Kansas City Art Institute.

Where can people view your art?

WesBenson.com, Weinberger Fine Art, 1800 Baltimore Ave, Kansas City, and in my personal studio space on any first Friday at the Bauer Machine Works building, 115 W. 18th Street, studio 202.

When is your next exhibit?

I typically have some work up at the gallery, Weinberger Fine Art, but the next exclusive show of my work will hopefully be in the spring. I am in my studio showing and talking about my work on every first Friday.

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Creating Crafts, Crafting Change Susan Beauchaine’s crafts do more than please the eye, they also help provide clean water for those in need Article Katherine Bontrager | Photography Provided

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usan Beauchaine remembers the moment clearly; moments of divine inspiration have a tendency to stick with one.

Several years ago Adam Hamilton, the senior pastor at Church of the Resurrection, preached a sermon about a young boy in Africa whose entire family had died of AIDS. “He was found trying to dig his Grandma from her grave,” Beauchaine recalls. “I was heartbroken, literally. I sat sobbing in my seat. And at that moment, God clearly told me I was to make and sell cards to give to Missions in Africa. My mission quickly became about digging fresh water wells. We all deserve clean water!”

Beauchaine began creating delicate cards, gorgeous gift bags, gift-card holders, wine tags, gift tags, pretty parcels containing chocolate, paper-wrapped hinged boxes for cards,

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elegant envelopes with hot chocolate or cider inside, and countless other gift items. She relies on white card stock, and to that blank canvas she adds stamps, die cuts, paper, ribbon, gems, buttons and other embellishments.

“I can’t begin to tell you what a blessing it is to be asked to do something that you love and in turn show obedience to God! How lucky am I?” Beauchaine sells hundreds of cards a year.

“But where my sales really exploded was with the favors—the little boxes that I fill with candy. They’re the perfect way to let someone know you’re thinking about them without going overboard with a larger gift.”

While most charities use revenues to first pay overhead costs before committing money to those in need, Beauchaine does not.

Rather, ALL the money she makes from her

And if you give even a cup of cold water to one of the least of my followers, you will surely be rewarded. Matthew 10:42 sales go to digging wells for clean water. The steep costs of paper, stamps, glue and more? Those come directly out of her pocket.

“This year I probably spent $250 to $300 in just candy alone,” she says with a laugh. “My guess is I spend about $2,000 a year on supplies.”

For overcoming this financial obstacle, Beauchaine thanks her husband, Al. “He supports everything I do, monetarily but mostly emotionally and spiritually. When I hesitate to buy something that I think might be overpriced he always says, ‘It’s for the kids!’

I’m so blessed to have him as my husband.”

Beauchaine devotes between three and five hours a day making cards and favors, more on the weekends her husband travels for work. And she relies on the kindness of her friends and Curves in Leawood to sell her wares.

“Jacque Feely and her mother Dorothy have allowed me to have boxes of my cards and seasonal favors at Curves at no cost,” she says.

“Jacque’s gracious offer allowed me to donate $2,500 last year. This covers about one-fourth the costs of a bore-hole well in Malawi.”

To extend her reach, Beauchaine began asking her friends if they’d consider hosting a card party on her behalf. Leawood’s Jenny Gunter did just that.

“Looking at each card is a bit like looking at a picture in a gallery,” Gunter says.

“Every card is beautifully handmade and intricate or simple but handsomely well thought out and executed. They’re so beautiful! Susan has a gift and she feels like her purpose in doing this work is to be a servant of His work.”

Gunter’s neighbors and friends were equally impressed; the party netted $1,300 in sales, making Beauchaine’s total for the year so far at $2,700.

Christopher Hamera, a student from Mutare, Zimbabwe, is here on an internship with Corporate Network Brokerage Services (CNBS) Company in order to complete his economics degree. He attended Gunter’s card party and was clearly moved by what he saw.

“Villagers in Malawi do lack the clean water for drinking, washing, cleaning the utensils and all other domestic purposes,” he says. “We get most of our water from the wells and rivers, and most of those wells are not well covered. This unclean water puts our lives in danger; we can easily be attacked by so many diseases. In Malawi, 63 percent do not have clean water. The time I met Susan, I felt so blessed and I was so amazed with the great work she is doing to improve and save a lot of lives in Malawi. When I saw how numerous and beautiful were the cards, I cried in my heart with joy and blessings.”

To see more of Susan’s work, visit ACupOfWater1.blogspot.com.

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Star Students

Perfectly Poised Caroline Turk shines in school, music and sports, and now on stage at pageants Article Katherine Bontrager | Photography Susan Motley

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ven at the young age of 11, Leawood’s Caroline Turk is the epitome of grace under pressure. And this is a good thing, because when she takes the stage during a National American Miss (NAM) pageant, Caroline wants the judges to see her— and not her jitters.

A native of Minnesota, Caroline moved to Leawood South at the age of 7 along with her mom, Brenda, her dad, Jeffrey, and her siblings, Calvin, Ava and Joey. She attends Leawood Middle School, where she’s an A-student, volleyball player and flutist.

“I’d never really ever considered doing a pageant, because when I heard ‘pageant’ I thought of the toddlers and tiaras type of pageant, with mounds of makeup,” Caroline admits. “But one day we got a letter in the mail saying that I had gotten recommended to NAM by someone. We started looking more and more into the pageant and found out that it was a very natural, nice and fun pageant, which focused on helping girls gain poise and presentation skills that they could use throughout their life. And there is no makeup allowed in the pre-teen and younger categories.”

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Brenda was likewise hesitant, but when she heard that the focus was on a girl’s natural beauty, she cautiously gave the go-ahead.

There was a lot of work to be done—and it extended far beyond dress shopping. In the process, Brenda says, Caroline learned to be comfortable approaching conversations in a professional manner.

“Caroline went out and met with sponsors and advertisers to help cover the costs associated with the National American Miss Kansas State Pageant,” Brenda says. “At the end of one of those meetings where she laid out the goals of the pageant for the girls, her personal goals, and the value of the investment in her from sponsors, Caroline’s would-be sponsor complimented her poise, eye contact and overall presentation.”

The lesson in self-promotion was a success, and thanks to the support of neighbors, family, friends, and kind sponsors Caroline, her family, and her aunt and cousin from Texas attended the first-ever Turk pageant this past summer.

“It was absolutely incredible!” Caroline says. “I made countless new friends, met so many incredible people, including pageant roy-

alty from other pageants. But most of all, I made memories. The people were so nice and caring about everything and everybody. It was definitely a wonderful, fun and educational experience.”

And a successful experience, too: Caroline was a top 10 finalist, a boon for any pageant participant but even more impressive for a first-time attendee. She took part in Formal Wear, Personal Introduction and Interview sections in front of eight judges.

“I also participated in the Photogenic and Casual Wear optionals,” Caroline says. “I received the highest scores in these two events combined, so I won the Most Promising Model trophy and a $500 modeling scholarship with Hoffman Model and Talent Agency! I also won first place in Casual Wear and a $250 cash prize, first runner-up in most Photogenic, and first runner-up in Miss Personality, which means my fellow contestants really liked me! That meant a lot.”

Brenda is particularly proud of this accomplishment as well, because it captures her daughter’s true character—that of a good friend. The pageant experience was a positive one for the family, and an opportunity for growth for Caroline in particular.

“NAM has taught me so much about poise, presentation, interview skills, and what the true definition of beauty is,” Caroline says. “It was definitely one of the best learning opportunities I have experienced.”

Now the Turk family is looking forward to more pageants and more opportunities. “Caroline qualified to go to Nationals in California this November, but at this time we chose to invest in her personal development at the Hoffman Model and Talent Agency, where she has been accepted to the pre-teen and pro courses,” Brenda says. “But Caroline is already making plans to compete in the NAM Kansas pageant in Wichita next summer, and her goal—and the whole family’s goal—is to support her in her efforts to secure a spot at next year’s Nationals. We all want to be there in California to cheer her on!”

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Field Trip

Destination Jefferson City History Comes Alive in Missouri’s Capital

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on’t tell my kids, but I sometimes judge a weekend away by whether or not we’ve tried something new. It could be an activity we’ve not done before or meals eaten in places other than chain restaurants; to me, taking them away from home means stepping outside our comfort zone, if even just a tiny bit.

Our recent trip to Jefferson City ranked high on my approval list for many reasons. First, it’s a reasonable drive from our home in Kansas City, and the city itself is easy to navigate. Second, it’s filled with hometown treasures that are unique and just different enough to be fun, but not so eccentric that my sometimes-picky kids immediately decide they aren’t interested. After our brief time there, it’s easy to see why the city won the “most beautiful” small-town category in Rand McNally’s 2013 Best of the Road competition.

As the capital city of Missouri, it seems remiss to spend any time in Jefferson City and not visit the Capitol building. We opted for the 45-minute guided tour, and the kids were thrilled that the tour focused on the art found inside the building and the history of the state of Missouri rather than actual legislative sessions.

They loved how the tour guide helped them see that one painting looked like two different pieces of art depending on the angle from which it is viewed, and I was mesmerized by the collection of stained glass, murals and carvings that depict elements of Missouri history.

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Our favorite part of the Capitol, however, is the four wall mural in the House Lounge. Titled “Social History of Missouri” and painted by Missouri native Thomas Hart Benton, the mural depicts vivid scenes of everyday Missouri life and angered legislators who wanted to downplay less appealing aspects of the state’s history. Using the mural as a roadmap, our tour guide brought to life the state’s rich agricultural roots, its struggles with slavery and its religious fervor.

Our other favorite attraction in Jefferson City was the Missouri Penitentiary Tour. Named ‘The Bloodiest 47 Acres in America,’

by Time Magazine, the prison opened in 1836 and was once the largest prison in the United States, housing 5,200 inmates at its peak.

Once “home” to such infamous characters as “Pretty Boy” Floyd, “Sonny” Liston and James Earl Ray, the penitentiary served Missouri as the oldest prison west of the Mississippi River for more than 168 years. It closed in 2004.

Now, former guards lead daily tours that are filled with not just history but first-hand accounts of everything from the dire state of its cafeteria food to contraband weapons to reported ghost hauntings in various cells. My boys especially enjoyed the first hand stories our tour guide shared, of the conversations he’d had with inmates and the details he disclosed about the day-to-day life inside the penitentiary.

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We enjoyed dinner at Canterbury Hill Winery and Restaurant.

Lovely enough to satisfy my desire for a glass of wine but friendly enough to accommodate the kids, we shared a variety of fresh salads, creamy pastas and a divine prime rib sandwich. There was live music on the patio the night we visited; nice enough to hear indoors, but not so loud that we couldn’t hear each other talk.

The place we’ll likely return to each time we pass through the area is Central Dairy. With an interior that looks like it’s frozen in time from the 1950’s and dozens of hard scoop ice cream flavors on the menu, it was a fun and tasty way to round out an afternoon of shopping in the newly revitalized Old Munichburg neighborhood. Home to historic Busch’s Florist, New Munichburg recently unveiled another landmark mural, this one unveiled earlier in 2013 and done by Jefferson City artist Jim Dyke. His work depicts buildings of the past that no longer stand, present day buildings and a veritable host of characters whose stories weave together to shed light on the rich and proud history of Jefferson City.

Truth be told, there are enough attractions in Jefferson City to keep us busy for more than just a few days. Tours of the Governor’s Mansion, a stroll through Carnahan Memorial Gardens, and a day at Runge Nature Center top my list for our next trip through Missouri’s capital.

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Hot Spot

My Kind of Pie! New Pie Five Opens Two Convenient Locations Article Lisa Harrison | Photography 4 Ft Photoz

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’m one of a small percentage of the population who believes that good pizza is the perfect food. I blame it on my Chicago roots and a father with an appreciation for deep dish. Thanks to new trends in veggie and breakfast pizzas, I’d be perfectly content to eat this king of foods three times a day if I could get away with it. Before we had children, my husband traveled extensively for his job. When he was out of town, it wasn’t terribly unusual for me to order a large pizza on Monday evening and eat it for several days in a row. Those were the days… So when I found out a new pizza place was opening inside of my daily driving radius, I knew I had to give it a try. Without intending to when the day began, I ate there twice in one day. For the sake of the readers, of course.

Pie Five is a franchise that is new to Kansas City and we can thank the Goebel siblings for bringing it to town. They opened at 135th and Metcalf early in the fall and expanded to 95th and Quivira in November. The business model is simple: Lots of pizza options, customized or one of their specialty varieties, made while you watch, and ready to eat in just five minutes. Get it? Pie Five. Pizza pie in five minutes.

Imagine one of those sub sandwich places where they build your foot long while you watch. You can stand at the counter behind the glass and ask for a few extra olives, a just a couple of purple

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onions or a few more slices of green pepper. That’s what you’ll see at Pie Five. And just about everything on the menu costs $6.79.

Start with your choice of crust. Choose from artisan thin, classic pan, whole grain thin or gluten free for an extra two bucks.

Next, pick a sauce. They’ve got Tuscan or spicy marinara, BBQ, ranch, buffalo ranch, olive oil or alfredo.

Toppings include all of the standards we’ve come to expect as well as a few for the more sophisticated palate. And remember, if you don’t want to build your own, just choose from one of their ten specialty pies. I highly recommend the Athenian on the arti-

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san thin crust. ($6.79) This Greek-inspired pizza made for a most delicious lunch and afternoon snack!

Custom pies and specialty pies are all the same price. No matter how many toppings you pile on, it’s just $6.79 for any nine-inch personal pizza. Six slices of deliciousness.

And if the kids want pizza and you’re craving something green, they’ve got you covered.

They offer half a dozen specialty salads, also for $6.79, or a smaller side salad for just $2.99.

One of my favorite discoveries? I don’t have to pay $6.79 for a plain cheese pizza. As the mom of one of those picky eater type teens, I’m thankful they aren’t asking me to pay for toppings my prince won’t eat. A plain cheese pizza is just $5.49. Thank you, Pie Five, and I’ll be seeing you again soon!

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Braced for Success Local orthodontist now gives patients in three locations a lot to smile about Article Lauren Collinsworth Claflin Photography Susan Motley

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eidi Harman, D.D.S., M.S., knows that a smile is one of the most gorgeous things a person can wear. In fact, she has made thousands of smiles in the Kansas City area a lot more beautiful.

Harman spent years studying and training to give her patients more reasons to smile. Her orthodontic practice, H2O Orthodontics, features the most state-of-the-art technology available to offer the best options for straightening teeth beyond conventional braces. Not only does this advanced technology give patients more precise options for treatment, results are accomplished in a lot less time than traditional treatments can offer.

However, Harman’s practice addresses a lot more than just beautiful smiles. Harman spent several years as a resident and staff fellow at clinics and hospitals that treat cleft palates and TMJ (temporomandibular dysfunctions). She was awarded research grants by the American Association of Orthodontics to continue her study in this critical field, and has published numerous scientific articles about her research.

Whether orthodontic issues are complicated or more straight forward, Harman’s goal for each patient is to evaluate early when possible to avoid future extraction, impaction, airway constrictions, sleep apnea disorder and unnecessary surgery.

Every mouth is unique, so every treatment plan is specifically designed to offer each patient the most customized, precise care available. Harman and her orthodontic team at H2O Orthodontics employ a variety of cutting edge treatment options, such as Invisalign clear aligners, expanders, clear braces, gold braces, self-litigating braces and more.

However, one of the most exciting advancements that H2O Orthodontics utilizes is SureSmile. Using advanced 3-D imaging, SureSmile creates an exact model of a patient’s bite, replacing the need for impressions. The precise scanning technology allows Harman to analyze teeth from all angles, then utilize virtual simulation tools to determine the most effective treatment in the quickest timeframe. After the best prescription is established, SureSmile employs a robot to bend a shape memory alloy archwire according to the doctor’s directions. This archwire delivers consistent, gentle force to move teeth to their finishing position.

In addition to the increased precision and accuracy of SureSmile, the true digital imaging reduces patients’ exposure to harmful radiation.

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With offices in Overland Park and Olathe, H2O Orthodontics has offered a convenient location to hundreds of patients in the Blue Valley, Shawnee Mission and Olathe school districts.

However, Harman has noticed a growing demand for adult orthodontic treatment. More and more adults are deciding to not only improve their smiles, but also to address orthodontic issues that could pose serious complications later if they are not treated.

With that growing contingent in mind, Harman opened a new office on the Plaza. A longtime resident of the Plaza area, Harman had dreamed of establishing a practice there to treat her neighbors, and the increased demand for adult orthodontics made this the ideal time to expand her practice to that established community. All three offices offer treatment for adults and children, but the Plaza office reaches a larger demographic of adults.

All three offices are digitally networked for treatment records, charts and scheduling. Patients have online access to their digital records, photographs, appointment times, treatment plans and account information. Initial screenings, including digital imaging, are complimentary.

Straight, beautiful teeth with less treatment time (typically six to 12 months quicker) give Harman’s patients lots of reasons to smile. And as Phyllis Diller once said, “A smile is a curve that sets everything straight.”

To learn more about the practice, visit H2Orthodontics.com.

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Acura’s Redesigned RLX Shows Off its Technology article and photography tom strongman

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he all-new Acura RLX arrives at an important time for the brand’s flagship sedan because Acura sold just 379 RL sedans in 2012. A new approach was needed, and thus the all-new model.

One reason the RL did not sell well was because its backseat was not much bigger than that of a Civic sedan. I’m sure the ultra conservative styling didn’t help, either.

The RLX addresses that issue of room with a wheelbase that is 2-inches longer, 59.6 inches of front seat legroom, 38.8 inches of rear seat legroom and 57 inches of shoulder room. Acura says this is the most rear seat legroom in the mid-size luxury segment that includes vehicles such as the Cadillac CTS, Infiniti M37, Lexus GS 350, Audi A6 and BMW 535i.

The cabin is attractive and nicely appointed. The front seats have excellent lumbar support, as do almost all Acura and Honda products. Acura is the luxury division of Honda.

On the road, the RLX feels pretty much like the other cars in this segment. Wind and road noise are nicely moderated. Performance is sprightly but not outstanding, and it feels solid at highway speeds. Cornering is aided by precision all-wheel steering that

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makes subtle changes to the toe angle of the rear wheels to help steer around corners and maintain stability under heavy braking.

The RLX has a 3.5-liter V-6 with 310 horsepower and a six-speed automatic transmission. The base model starts at $48,450. Optional packages include Navigation, Technology, Krell Audio and Advance. The top Advance model has a base price of $60,450.

Flared front fenders and LED headlights brighten up the front, although Acura’s signature beak grille remains, now in a toneddown form. Side character lines give the car a bit more visual interest, but the sagging fender line over the front wheels looks forced. The rest of the design is unremarkably conservative.

Of course, it takes more than new styling and extra legroom to sell a car so Acura added a number of safety and driver-assist features such as lane keeping assist, adaptive cruise control, lowspeed follow, blind-spot monitor, forward collision warning, lane departure warning and collision mitigation brake system. Lane keeping assist and low-speed follow enable the car to almost drive itself in stop-and-go traffic.

A Sport Hybrid Super Handling All-Wheel Drive model is due next year and it will combine hybrid powertrain with all-wheel drive. No details are available yet.

AT A GLANCE Point: The RLX is a step forward, especially consider-

Price The base price of the test car from Acura’s press fleet was

$56,950. Destination charges brought the sticker price to $57,935.

ing the technological features that are available. The V-6 is plenty strong and reasonably efficient, while the back seat gets much needed space.

Warranty Four years or 50,000 miles with a six-year, 70,000-

mile powertrain warranty.

You can reach Tom Strongman at Tom@TomStrongman.com.

Counterpoint: The RLX feels a lot like a bigger Honda Accord with more standard features rather than a mid-size luxury model.

SPECIFICATIONS 2014 Acura RLX Engine: 3.5-liter, 310-horsepower V-6 Transmission: Six-speed automatic Front-wheel drive Wheelbase: 112.2 inches Curb weight: 3,981 pounds Base price: $56,950 As tested: $57,935 Krell Audio MPG rating: 20 city, 31 highway

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Recently SOLD Leawood Properties original list

sold $$

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Hallbrook

$2,895,000

$2,350,000

81%

427

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Hazelwood

$1,275,000

$978,507

77%

424

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Royse

$829,000

$790,000

95%

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Leawood Heritage

$725,000

$715,000

99%

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Wilshire Place

$699,000

$650,000

93%

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Aimtree Manor

$650,000

$624,000

96%

113

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1.5 Stories

Leawood Estates

$625,000

$540,545

86%

75

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Ranch

Pavilions

$550,000

$535,000

97%

48

4

3

1

1.5 Stories

Leawood

$575,000

$525,000

91%

143

4

3

1

1.5 Stories

Longwood Forest

$550,000

$514,000

93%

154

5

4

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2 Stories

Camden Woods

$525,000

$496,000

94%

32

4

4

1

1.5 Stories

Leabrooke Highlands

$428,435

$483,269

113%

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Longwood Forest

$549,900

$475,000

86%

500

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Wilshire Place

$479,000

$467,000

97%

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2 Stories

Wilshire

$449,000

$459,000

102%

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Leawood Estates

$460,000

$435,000

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Ranch

Leabrooke Highlands

$434,480

$434,537

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Leawood

$410,000

$410,000

100%

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Ranch

Steeplechase

$412,000

$405,000

98%

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4

3

1

2 Stories

Leabrooke Highlands

$399,000

$398,000

100%

4

3

1

Reverse 1.5 Story

Wilshire

$399,000

$395,000

99%

41

4

3

1

2 Stories

Leawood Estates

$420,000

$386,300

92%

60

5

3

2

1.5 Stories

$389,950

$365,000

94%

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Oxford Hills

Information obtained from Heartland MLS for the period of 11/1/13 to 12/1/13. *DOM=Days on Market.

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January Lifestyle Calendar

January 19 Mozart’s Toy Symphony and Dr. Seuss’ Green Eggs & Ham Kauffman Center

The ensemble Really Inventive Stuff joins Kansas City Symphony for two delightful storytelling classics. “Dr. Seuss’ Green Eggs and Ham,” set to music by composer Rob Kapilow, follows the unstoppable Sam-I-Am and the Grouch, who won’t try a plate of unusual food. Then, Mozart’s Toy Symphony tickles the funny bone with squeaks, tweets, rattles and honks from the nutty professor and cockney acoustical cabinet mechanic. KCSymphony.org

January 24 In the Looking Glass: Recent Daguerreotype Acquisitions Nelson-Atkins

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Ice Skating

Shrek: The Musical

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Kansas City's only public outdoor ice skating rink is open for its 41st season of great skating fun. Regular admission is $6, or complimentary for those over age 60 and children age 4 and under. Skate rental is $3, or skaters may bring their own. Hours through January: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Sunday through Thursday; 10 a.m. to 11 p.m., Friday & Saturday. Hours change monthly. 816.274.8411. Open through March 9.

Based on the Oscar™ winning DreamWorks film that started it all, this musical presented by The Barn Players brings the hilarious story of everyone's favorite ogre to dazzling new life on the stage. The Barn Players Community Theatre venue at 7:30 p.m.

TheBarnPlayers.org

January 8 Leawood Legislative Luncheon Prairie Village

Attend this annual event with Leawood’s Legislative representatives to discuss key issues for the upcoming 2014 Kansas Legislative Session.

Networking from 11:15–11:45 a.m. at Meadowbrook Golf & Country Club (9101 Nall Ave).

January 17 Darol Rodrock Foundation Benefit Overland Park Convention Center

In honor of Darol Rodrock’s 70th birthday, join the community for “I Can and I Will: A Fundraising Benefit” for the unveiling of the Foundation to benefit foster children. Dinner, auction and live entertainment including The Blue Sky Riders and Kenny Loggins.

DarolRodrockFoundation.org.

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January 18 Wassailing the Apple Trees & Dinner Powell Gardens

Wassail! Learn about the tradition of wassailing as we sing to the health of the apple trees at Powell Gardens! Enjoy a mug of traditional wassail and feast on a country dinner of roast pig, freshly baked breads from Meadowlark Acres, assorted dishes featuring Heartland Harvest Garden produce and homemade desserts. Tickets $45/person.

5-8 p.m. PowellGardens.org

January 18 All-Star LEGO® Building Challenge Crown Center Shops

Participants, ages 8-15, will be given 30 minutes each round to build a LEGO® model based on a set theme. Amazing prizes are up for grabs. Level 1 Atrium. Visit LEGOLANDDiscoveryCenter.com/KansasCity

This exhibition opens January 24 and highlights a commitment to the earliest form of photography, the daguerreotype. The museum’s daguerreotype holdings now range to include more than 800 pieces. Continuing to build on this strength, this exhibition displays the newest pieces of this remarkable collection, expanding this vision to include European daguerreotypes and beyond. Through July 20.

January 26 Battle of the Bands Overland Park

This fundraiser for Blue Valley Educational Foundation will feature a live auction as well as local teen bands like The Real State, Chasing Grace, Rock of the Aged and The Barclay Boys. From 2-5 p.m. at Wil Jenny’s Restaurant. $10 per attendee. Reservation information will be available January 8.

accomplishments, issues and concerns facing our Leawood Community. Join your neighbors and members of the Leawood Chamber of Commerce for the 13th Annual Mayor’s State of the City Address and Luncheon. Doors open at 11:20 a.m. and presentation of the colors will begin promptly at 11:30 a.m.

February 1 C.S. Lewis’ The Great Divorce Kauffman Center

January 26 Kansas City Bridal Expo Overland Park

Every type of wedding vendor, including ceremony and reception sites, bridal fashions, florists, photographers, DJs, bakeries and more, will be on display at the International Trade Center. Check out current trends and creative wedding themes showcased throughout the show, and be let your dream wedding be inspired by all of the exquisite decor, floral arrangements, creative photography, and stunning wedding gowns. 12-5 p.m. EventBrite.com

January 28 Leawood Garden Club Leawood Presbyterian Church

The Leawood Garden Club will meet at 10:30 a.m. at 2715 W. 83rd St. The noon program topic is “Vertical Gardening” presented by Merle Sharpe, Johnson County Master Gardener. Bring a sack lunch – beverages and desserts provided. Open to everyone and guests are most welcome. Call 913.642.3317 with questions.

January 28 Mayor’s State of the City Address Overland Park Marriott

Don’t miss the chance to hear Leawood Mayor Peggy Dunn address

This journey to Heaven and Hell is a provocative exploration of human nature, featuring vivid characters drawn with Lewis’ trademark wit. The Great Divorce remains one of Lewis' most influential pieces and rightly earns its place among classics such as The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, The Screwtape Letters and Mere Christianity.

Tickets are $29 to $59. Two shows only at 4 and 7:30 p.m. To purchase, visit GreatDivorceOnStage.com, call 816.994.7222 or visit the Kauffman Center Box Office.

February 7 Daddy Daughter Date Night Ritz Charles

Put on your dancing shoes and dressy attire for a fun night out. Fathers and daughters love this annual event. Pre-register by Feb. 1. 913.685.6000

Through February 9 Impressionist France: Visions of Nation from LeGray to Monet Nelson Atkins

Time is running out to see this don’t-miss exhibit. Drop-in tours available Wednesday–Friday at 1 p.m. through January 17. From Paris to the countryside, the top of Mont Blanc to the Mediterranean, this exhibition features approximately 125 key paintings and photographs by well-known Impressionists such as Claude Monet, Camille Pissarro and Pierre-Auguste Renoir, as well as important photographs by Gustave Le Gray and Édouard Baldus. Nelson-Atkins.org

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Parting Thoughts

Let’s Go Jump in Puddles Words Todd B. Natenberg

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y wife and I had just left our fitness center after a terrific weekend morning workout with our beautiful three year old twin sons. As is our tradition and because I am a diehard alumnus, the boys each wore Mizzou football jerseys to match each other and myself. The jerseys had just been cleaned the night before after a previous week of filth from basketball, baseball, biking and play grounding. As we walked to the car, they noticed their holy grail: A puddle!

As my wife pleaded for them to walk around so they wouldn’t dirty up the shirts, the car, the house, each other and just about everything else, I smiled a sheepish grin. She glared at me with a modicum of laughter.

“Fine,” she said. “But you are changing them.”

With that, I took them each in my hand and walked directly up to the puddle.

“What does Daddy say to do when we see a puddle,” I asked.

“Jump in it,” they exclaimed in unison-to which we all splashed as much as we could.

When was the last time you jumped in a puddle? When was the last time you danced like nobody watched? When was the last time you ran like Phoebe in that episode of Friends, when she flaps her arms and legs?

That’s the beauty of parenthood. We all say we wish we could be kids again. But what is it that made childhood so much fun? It was that time of innocence, when we didn’t worry about today but dreamed about tomorrow. It doesn’t have to be gone, you know.

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As we celebrate 2014, I challenge all of us to be kids again. I don’t mean to be immature, but to play. Use your children as the example. If you don’t have them, use yourself as the example.

Here are my three suggestions (beyond the puddle) on how best to find your inner child.

When you are reading in a public place, such as local coffee shop–on your computer or an actual book-laugh out loud.

Get people to look. They will laugh, too. I promise.

During your next workout or exercise, smile through the pain.

Whether it is a mere walk down the street, or a full blown training run, strength conditioning or organized class, notice your facial expression. Be happy. When I do a rigorous stretching routine at our fitness center, I grunt and smile at the same time. Yes, it drives people crazy that some even say, “Why are you smiling?”

My answer, “I’m working out and taking care of my body. What could be better?”

Be silly for no reason.

Last week, I took the family out for lunch. All of a sudden, Teddy noticed some older women. I would guess they were in middle school. He leaves his seat and walks up to them. Of course, they oohed and aahed at how cute he was. Then, all of a sudden, he performed a full blown somersault in the middle of the restaurant. Everyone laughed. What happened next? His brother did the same.

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