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Editor's Letter

A Happy New Year Post-It! O

ver the years, I’ve taken to posting little nuggets of inspiration on the bathroom mirrors of my son’s bathrooms. I got the idea many years ago at a parenting class. Some are Bible verses (a daily reminder that children should honor their elders seems logical), while others show them that their mom really does have a sense of humor (The early bird may get the worm, but the second mouse gets the cheese).

They’ve either read them every day or ignored them completely while brushing their pearly whites, but oddly, they never took any of these Post-it notes down. At any given time there might still be six or eight of them stuck on the mirror, edges curled from years of steamy showers.

But I never thought to put some words of encouragement, inspirational or divine direction on my own mirror. And oddly enough, my teenage boys didn’t think to either.

No more. Here’s what’s going up on my mirror this month. And if I don’t make progress in ditching a few of these habits, it might stay there all year.

JANUARY 2015 editor-in-chief Lisa Harrison | Lisa@LifestylePubs.com assistant editor Kendra Mathewson | KMathewson@LifestylePubs.com sales director Michael Arel | MArel@LifestylePubs.com advertising sales Mary Beth Stauch | MStauch@LifestylePubs.com Tim Carr | TCarr@LifestylePubs.com contributing writers Lisa Allen, Ann Butenas, Pete Dulin, Kendra Mathewson, Charles Redfield, Kimberly Winter Stern, Tom Strongman contributing photographers Tom Strongman, Dan Videtich, Jenny Wheat

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8 Things to Give Up this Year: 1. Doubting yourself

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While these words could easily go on a Post-it note, at our age I think we deserve something a little nicer looking. Feel free to cut this out and tape it to your mirror or fridge as well. I admit, I may have particular trouble with numbers 6 and 8, but those are traits I inherited from generations of my ancestors. I suspect I should take some pride in that…?

Find joy in the New Year neighbors, and I look forward to seeing you around town!

Lisa Harrison, Editor Lisa@LifestylePubs.com

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20 Years of Champagne & Chocolate

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Supporters of Family Health Care gathered for this unique fundraiser which supports health care and support services to those in need. Honorary Co-Chairs Jenny and Warren Erdman graciously opened their home for the event where 300 attendees sampled treats from 47 of KC’s top restaurants, bakeries and chocolatiers.

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Event co-chairs Heather & Timothy Pluard and Shelley & Jon Copaken

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HALLMARK INTRODUCES HMK HMK is a new retail store concept from Hallmark, and Kansas City is one of only three cities in the country with an HMK store. At HMK on the Country Club Plaza, shoppers can co-create the perfect gift with HMK specialists, using in-store services such as printing, embroidery and laser cutting. They can add a monogram or create a personal silhouette — the store offers in-store personalization using the latest technology and exclusive designs. And of course they’ll be happy to put the finishing touches on any gift with in-house gift wrap. When you need the perfect little hostess gift or birthday gift, don’t forget to check out the totally local HMK.

SIGN UP NOW FOR SPRING BREAK CAMPS The Leawood Parks and Recreation Department has several day camp opportunities created specifically for children who just want to have a different kind of fun during their spring break. Between March 12 and 20, they’ve planned a variety of arts and craft activities and field trips with themes such as bowing, swimming, movies, games and much more. Snacks are provided but campers need to bring their own lunch. Sign up soon as spaces fill fast. 913.663.9154

training in to a convenient, low-impact, results-driven 50-minute workout. The workout is founded on the fitness approach of Sebastien Lagree, which integrates the key elements of resistance and counter-resistance in a sequence that allows for periods of zero gravity at peak muscle contraction. The composition of this fitness model is significant in that it encourages maximum exertion while exerting minimum impact on the body.

The central piece to The Body Lab workout is the Megaformer, an all-in-one machine designed by Lagree that is an amped up redesign of the traditional Pilates reformer. The state-of-the-art Megaformer caters to both upper and lower-body muscles using a system of springs and pulleys to accommodate the resistance and counter-resistance components of the workout.

For more information on The Body Lab, visit TheBodyLabUS.com or call 913.808.5180.

FRIENDS OF EDUCATION HONORED Many organizations and individuals play an important role in and make significant contributions toward leadership or quality in education. From volunteering their time to serving as mentors and business partners to providing financial support, each Friend of Education has enabled students to experience an Education Beyond Expectations. At a recent Board of Education meeting, Blue Valley Schools honored four organizations as 2014 Friends of Education award recipients. These included: Community For Kids, whose mission is to alleviate food insecurity for students in the Blue Valley community while building awareness for hunger; AbNormAl Society, a group of silent supporters who provide a helping hand for Blue Valley families in need; University of Kansas Edwards Campus and Durham School Services.

“Each of these organizations has positively impacted the lives of Blue Valley students,” says Pam Robinson, Blue Valley Board of Education president. “These Friends of Education understand that student success takes the combined efforts of the community.”

BVN GRAD CROWNED U OF A HOMECOMING QUEEN Kali Lantefield, a graduate of Blue Valley North High School, was recently crowned 2014 Homecoming Queen at the University of Arkansas. Lantefield is the president of the Pi Beta Phi sorority and a part of the Razorback Football Ambassadors as well as Fayetteville K-Life. Twenty candidates were chosen after they submitted essays and resumes and were then interviewed.

Kali is the daughter of Kelly and Rick Lantefield.

NOW OPEN: THE BODY LAB The Body Lab, which opened in December in Leawood’s Town Center Crossing, incorporates a mix of Pilates, cardio and strength 14

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Front row: Steve Case, Mary Ryan, Cathy Stevens, Mary Minshull & Sherry Owens. Back row: Tom Trigg, Bob Ramsdell, Mike Sampson, Ron Leimbach, Jennifer Neville, Gary Flick, Rob Villarreel, Lori Koch & Pam Robinson.

RESTAURANT WEEK RETURNS Kansas City Restaurant Week returns January 16-25. January marks the highly-anticipated 10-day, metro-wide dining event’s sixth year, encouraging local and visiting diners to experience new restaurants and revisit old favorites. Participants in 2015 Kansas City Restaurant Week offer multi-course meals for lunch and dinner from pre-determined, fixed menus for $15 at lunch and $33 at dinner. Participating restaurants create custom menus from existing, new and “limited time only” dishes.

Reaffirming their commitment to social and civic responsibility, the event’s co-founders, the Greater Kansas City Restaurant Association and Visit KC, selected three local organizations as beneficiaries of 2015 Kansas City Restaurant Week. Ten percent of all proceeds from Restaurant Week meals sold during the ten days benefits BoysGrow, Children’s Center for the Visually Impaired and Cultivate Kansas City.

Tremendous support by local and visiting diners helped Kansas City Restaurant Week raise more than $750,000 that benefited local charities during the first five years of the dining event.

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KC AWARDED NCAA BASKETBALL GAMES FOR 2017 The Kansas City Sports Commission recently announced that Kansas City has been selected to host regional games of the NCAA Men’s Basketball Championship Tournament for 2017. The other host sites selected for regional games in 2017 are East Region - San Jose, CA, South Region - Memphis, TN and East Region - New York, NY. Kansas City has hosted more tournament games than any other city with 128 games in three different venues.

“We are pleased that the NCAA recognizes Kansas City as a city that will provide a great experience for the student-athletes, coaches and fans that travel here,” says Kathy Nelson, president and CEO. “Once again Kansas City will be a backdrop for a national sporting event.”

Most recently, Kansas City has hosted first and second round games of the NCAA Men’s Basketball Championship Tournament in 2009 and 2013. Kansas City has hosted a Final Four in 1940-42, 1953-55, 1957, 1961, 1964, 1988.

NOW OPEN AT PRAIRIEFIRE: PRIMP & BLOW Overland Park becomes home to the first franchise location of Primp & Blow, a blow dry bar. Area residents, Danya Banning and Diana Cokingtin, have partnered with Primp and Blow Founder Melodi Harmon to introduce a membership concept offering Overland Park residents professional shampoo blowouts, full makeup services, hair extension services and other salon luxuries.

The store is located at Prairefire near 135th and Nall.

“We are excited to bring one of the fastest growing concepts in the beauty industry to clients in Overland Park,” says Banning.

Cokingtin adds, “Every woman should have access to this fast and affordable concept that skips the cut and color and focuses solely on the ‘do. We believe every day should be a great hair day.”

Banning and Cokingtin’s location will feature a comfortable, boutique style setting members and clients will enjoy a wide variety of

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LOCAL WOMAN RECEIVES HONOR FROM WOMEN IN BUSINESS Johnson County entrepreneur Kandy Meehan, founder and president of Home Rental Services, has been honored with a“2014 Stevie Silver Award” for “Lifetime Achievement in Business” from the international Stevie Awards for Women in Business. Meehan received her honor at a gala in New York City in November. The award was presented in recognition of Meehan’s 25 years of leadership, innovation and achievement in residential property management. Meehan also received a “2014 Stevie Bronze Award” in the small business categories of “Company of the Year – Consumer Services” and “Female Entrepreneur of the Year – Consumer Services.”

Meehan founded Home Rental Services, Inc. (HRS) in 1989. Today, HRS is full-service residential property management, listing, and leasing firm based in Overland Park.

The HRS staff assists homeowners who are seeking to lease their homes rather than sell them, and they assists individuals or families who are seeking to lease a residential property. HRS is the largest business of its type in Kansas and the metro Kansas City area.

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NEW SCULPTURE ADDED TO TOMAHAWK CREEK PARKWAY “Variance,” a stainless steel sculpture by Albert Paley, was selected by the city’s Art in Public Places Initiative (APPI) to be the centerpiece of the Tomahawk Creek Parkway sculpture garden. This monumental piece stands 17’ high x 13’wide x 5’ deep, weighs more than four ton and was installed in October. The selection took place prior to construction and was unveiled in New York City in June of 2013.

Paley’s intention is that the sculpture reflects the dynamism, stressing alterability and change. Complexity and attention to detail are fundamental in all of his work. The closer one approaches, the sculpture slowly reveals itself.

Paley is the first metal sculptor to receive the coveted Institute Honors awarded by the American Institute of Architects to a non-architect. “The allure of Paley’s art comes through its intrinsic sense of integration of art and architecture,” states one noted architect.

Commissioned by both public institutions and private corporations, pieces by Albert Paley can be found in the permanent collections of many major museums including the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York and the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston.

An active artist for more than 40 years at his studio in Rochester, New York, Paley is a distinguished professor and holds an endowed chair at the College of Imaging Arts and Sciences at Rochester Institute of Technology.

Paley will come to Leawood in April for the official dedication and the public is invited to attend and meet the artist.

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A Gifted Golfer TALENTED LOCAL HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT MAKES HER MARK IN THE SPORT OF GOLF, AND IN THE WORLD ARTICLE CHARLES REDFIELD PHOTOGRAPHY JENNY WHEAT & PROVIDED

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lue Valley North senior golfer Jean Tyrrell has seen many faces of the game. She captured the Class 6A state medalist honors with a one over par score of 74 at the state tournament at the Topeka Country Club in early October. She beat the second-place finisher by three strokes.

The senior has played golf for the United States against China and she has taken a year off from high school golf in her junior year.

“I treated the state tournament as just another tournament,” says Tyrrell.

“I knew all that I could do was go out there and give it my best effort. I had to remind myself that I can’t control what other girls shoot; instead I had to focus on shooting the lowest number I possibly could that day.”

Winning that coveted gold medal as the top golfer was special for the senior.

“Winning individually this year really was the last of my goals so it felt nice to accomplish something that I had worked so hard towards,” she says.

The senior had a big final high school season, winning a number of tournaments, and she broke the school record for a low score with a 71 in the last leg of the East Kansas League championships. In the summer of 2013, she played for the United States in China.

“I was picked by the USGA (United States Golf Association) to represent the United States in the U.S. vs. China Golf Match,” she says. “They picked four girls and four boys to play in a Ryder Cupstyle event. I was chosen based on grades, community service and golfing ability.”

What was the experience like playing in another country?

“Going to China was an amazing experience that I will never forget,” she says. “The most rewarding part for me was knowing that I was representing more than just myself, I was representing my country. Through that experience, I gained international experience, learned about another culture and made friendships that will last a lifetime.”

She noted that before traveling to China, she took for granted what it meant to be a U.S. citizen and the luxuries that are available here.

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“I am so grateful for the opportunities we have in our country,” says Tyrrell.

After her trip to China, she decided not to compete for the Mustangs in her junior year.

“I decided to take the high school golf season off to lower my national ranking and to play in national events,” she says. “I felt playing in national tournaments was best for my future golf career. I was able to play my senior year because the recruiting process was almost done and I still had a few goals to achieve at the high school level.”

The 3.9 grade-point average student has made a name for herself in the world of golf.

According to Golfweek she is one of the top 100 among the 2015 graduates in the United States and is the number one junior golfer for the state of Kansas. The highlight of her 2014 summer occurred at Tory Pines in San Diego where shot a one-under 71 at the Callaway Junior World Tournament.

The significance is that they played the national event yardage of 6,300 yards as opposed to the usual high school distance of 5,400 yards. In addition to playing the game of golf, she helped raised funds for teaching youngsters the game.

“I volunteer with the Midwest PGA section and have raised over $1,000 for the SNAG program,” says Tyrrell. “It is their way to help get children playing golf at a young age.”

Tyrrell signed a letter of intent in November to play golf at Florida Gulf Coast University in Ft. Myers.

“I am going to major in marketing,” she says. “I chose FGCU because I will have the opportunity to play golf outside year round.”

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Area Professor Makes a Difference Both Inside and Outside the Classroom ARTICLE ANN E. BUTENAS | PHOTOGRAPHY DAN VIDETICH

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est-selling author Patti Thor once noted, “It’s not that successful people are givers; it is that givers are successful people.”

Upon first glance at the resume of William R. “Bill” Venable III, it is quite apparent that this ambitious, driven and well-educated individual is the epitome of success. As an assistant professor of marketing and management at Park University School of Business, he brings a wealth of experience, knowledge and expertise to the table. But what truly sets him apart is his heart of service and desire to give back to the community.

With an undergraduate degree from Kansas University, paired with a Master of Business Administration degree from Rockhurst University and a Master of Public Administration from UMKC, Venable may seem like the quintessential fountain of knowledge. Yet, he remains in pursuit of furthering his education and knowledge,

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and is currently working towards the completion of his doctorate through the Department of Health Policy and Management at the University of Kansas School of Medicine. Venable can provide the students at Park University an unparalleled classroom experience because he partners his wealth of education with his extensive professional background that includes a cornucopia of financial, consulting, marketing and executive leadership roles.

“I truly enjoy doing what I do as it gives me the opportunity to bridge the gap between the academic world and the real world by bringing practical applications and experiences to the classroom,” says Venable.

And for someone who is contemplating enhancing his or her career, earning a degree at the Park School of Business could provide the right motivation.

“At Park we have students at 40 campus centers throughout the U.S.,” notes

Venable. “In this area we have a campus center in Parkville, one in Independence and one in the Commerce Tower downtown. We focus on older, non-traditional students and are seeing more from south of the river and both sides of the state line since earning our initial ACBSP Accreditation in 2013.”

Adding to the attraction of this university is its affordable tuition compared to other programs in the region, coupled with highly qualified faculty members who, according to Venable, enjoy educating students who genuinely desire to be in the classroom.

In addition to his role as educator, Venable has been highly instrumental in promoting the university and immersing himself in a myriad of committees and organizations, and was also elected as president of the faculty senate in 2011.

Giving Back

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ometimes the best sermons in life are lived, not preached, and giving testament to that sentiment is one local organization that truly believes in the power of serving others.

Founded in Kansas City 10 years ago as a worldwide medical missions organization, World Outreach Foundation Kansas City (WOFKC) wanted to find a way to give back within its own community. In 2013, WOFKC created a partnership with Hope Faith Ministries in Kansas City to address an issue not typically found in Johnson County but still a significant problem in the greater metro area: homelessness. More specifically, the partner groups will cater to the health needs of that segment of the population in an effort to break the cycle of homelessness.

“Hope Faith is an outreach program for the homeless that provides meals, showers, clothing, hair cuts, computer terminals and more in an effort to give people a means to return to work if possible,” explains Jerry Smith, executive director of WOFKC. “However, if you are homeless and have no health insurance, how do you access health care? That is where we come in.”

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and hours of operations.

“So many of the conditions we see can be treated right there on the spot,” says Smith. The clinic, located at 705 Virginia Avenue, is open every Saturday morning, during which time anywhere from 15-30 patients are seen. “We provide front line service as best as we can, mainly treating upper respiratory infections, colds, flu, foot conditions, and various injuries, and will also offer assistance with conditions associated with high blood pressure and diabetes.”

Through generous donations, WOFKC has on-site access to two dental x-ray machines and can also provide various overthe-counter medicines, as well as write prescriptions, for which WOFKC pays and Hope Faith obtains for the patients.

“We are essentially the medical arm at Hope Faith,” notes Smith.

“Each month more than 2,000 individuals pass through Hope Faith (unduplicated individuals, not total number of visits) and 18,000 meals are served.”

Those numbers alone certainly reveal the significance of the problem, and WOFKC remains passionate about its hometown mission to address this often over-looked, yet very deserving, segment of the population.

“Everyone who comes through our doors has a story as to how they arrived

there and it is tremendously rewarding to be able to treat a health condition in someone who otherwise might not ever have access to such treatment,” says Smith. “If you don’t have money or insurance, you typically end up in the emergency room, which becomes a last resort. Or, alternatively, if you do nothing, the condition can get worse.”

While there are other safety net clinics in Kansas City, such as Truman Medical Center, homeless individuals typically don’t have the means to get there, so WOFKC now brings medical care to a place where the homeless commonly find themselves.

Of course, in order to run this successful program, fundraisers are a critical component. As such, WOFKC hosts two main fundraisers each year: “Dancing with a Mission” in the spring and a golf tournament in the fall.

Based on the popular “Dancing with the Stars” television show, the event pits local celebrities in a dance competition. This

past year’s event raised $140,000 for the clinic and the next event is scheduled for May 2 at the Overland Park Convention Center. A golf tournament is scheduled for September 1 at Loch Lloyd Country Club.

And now that they are approaching a busy time of year as the colder weather has arrived, WOFKC is actively seeking volunteers to assist with their mission.

For more information, visit WorldOutreachFoundtion.org or call 816.560.9379.

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Above: The overall winners based on the money raised were Dr. Doug Cusick and his professional dance partner Jessica MacCauley.

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Cindy Daugherty and Lara Sullivan

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s mothers to a collective total of seven children, doctors Lara Sullivan and Cindy Daugherty understand the challenges of coordinating medical care with unexpected illness and unpredictable schedules.

They grew up in the same Kansas City neighborhood, and went to the same Johnson County high school.

Daugherty went on to earn an undergraduate degree at Northwestern University, and Sullivan completed her undergraduate degree at Miami University in Ohio. Both earned their M.D.s from University of Kansas Medical School.

“Cindy and I are very old friends. We were both working in a hospital-owned pediatric urgent care center when we began to see a need

in our community,” says Sullivan. Daugherty and Sullivan both completed their residencies at Children’s Mercy Hospital. Daugherty has 15 years of experience in pediatric urgent care, and Sullivan worked as an urgent care physician at Children’s Mercy South.

With the goal of providing the best, most efficient and most convenient medical care for children in the Kansas City area, Daugherty and Sullivan opened After-Hours Pediatrics in 2006.

“We really wanted a place that was convenient for parents,” says Daugherty. “We know how important it is that we’re open in the evenings, on weekends and most holidays. We work strictly on a walk-in basis. There are no appointments.”

After-Hours Pediatrics isn’t a typical urgent care facility.

“We really did try to think of everything, both in terms of convenience for the parents and comfort for the children.”

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It’s still the only place where, regardless of the reason for a visit, a child is absolutely guaranteed to see a board certified pediatrician—either Daugherty or Sullivan—and After-Hour Pediatrics is still the only independent pediatric urgent care center in the area.

“Equally important to making the clinic convenient to parents,” says Daugherty, “is that we are child friendly and that the children we see feel comfortable here.”

There’s a slushie machine in the lobby, and Daugherty says some kids have dubbed them “the slushie doctors.”

“We also have a no white coat policy,” says Daugherty, “because some kids are afraid when they come in. We are mindful to use kind and calm words instead of words like ‘pinch’ or ‘poke,’ and our nurses are amazing. They also specialize in pediatrics, and we all share the same goal.”

Waiting times are short, some over the counter medications can be obtained on-site, and Daugherty and Sullivan make it a point to communicate thoroughly with a patient’s primary care physician’s office after a visit.

“We really did try to think of everything, both in terms of convenience for the parents and comfort for the children,” says Daugherty. “We know what it’s like to just want our kids to get well, and we know how difficult it can be to juggle a sick child with long waits in a crowded waiting room, then a trip to the pharmacy. We offer as much as we can here, in a setting that is comfortable and convenient, to make what is a difficult time a little bit easier for everyone.”

“We wanted to offer urgent care for children without being under the umbrella of a large hospital,” says Sullivan, who is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. “We enjoy every moment of what we do.”

“We just truly love taking care of kids,” says Daugherty, also a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. “Everything we do is focused on helping them feel better as quickly as possible, then getting them back home.”

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Field Trip

Celebrate Kansas Day with a Trip to Topeka ARTICLE LISA ALLEN | PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF VISIT TOPEKA INC.

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have to cop to something right up front: I’ve always thought that I didn’t like Topeka. Never mind that this opinion took root back in high school, when I was stranded there, with about a dozen other high school students, during a snowstorm.

We were trying to get back home after a journalism contest at University of Kansas, but the weather was ferocious and the state troopers closed the roads.

We called a hotel in Topeka home for several days.

Now, with the wisdom that comes only after having seen my high school reunion years climb to double digits, I can say that my opinion of Topeka has changed. So much so that I’ve gone on my own and taken my kids to Topeka for a day to visit two must-see places: the Kansas State Capitol and the

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Brown v. Board of Education National Historic Site.

The Capitol, of course, is the hub of Kansas politics. This month legislators will be back in session, and the halls will be filled with a buzz of activity, committee meetings and lobbyists set on making their voices heard. During non-session times, however, the Capitol is quiet, and

it’s easy to roam the halls, either alone or with a tour. Better yet, the history of our great state is on display: it is painted on the walls, takes the form of larger-than-life limestone statues, and is evident everywhere you look.

My favorite spot is the second floor rotunda. The murals by John Steuart Curry, Tragic Prelude and Kansas Pastoral, are rich not only with imagery of Kansas history, but also of artistic struggle and acceptance. A Kansas native, Curry returned to the state after a statewide newspaper campaign to bring him back; but four short years later, legislators passed a resolution that stopped Curry from completing his work.

He left the murals unsigned and never returned to Kansas.

The second floor is also home to murals by Lumen Martin

Winter, an Illinois native who was hired to complete the space where Curry’s mural would have been, had he finished. Winter avoided the harsh criticism that Curry faced by working in his studio in New Mexico instead of onsite at the Capitol, as Curry had done. His murals were unveiled

by Governor Robert Bennett in 1978.

The library at the Capitol is also an impressive place. Located on the third level, it was the first structure to include electric lighting, and the second deck floors are built from glass to leverage the flow of light.

The Brown v. Board of Education National Historic Site is a ten-minute drive from the Kansas State Capitol. The former Monroe School is now home to three main exhibits: the showing of Race And The American Creed in the main auditorium; the Education and Justice Gallery, which examines barriers faced by African Americans from the early 19th century to the 1954 Supreme Court decision; and the Legacy of Brown V. Board Of Education Gallery, which explores the Civil Rights movement after the Brown decision.

Each gallery features films and interactive displays, but the most visceral experience for my family was the Hall of Courage, which is part of the Education and Justice Gallery. The Hall of Courage flashes historic footage from various points of the Civil Rights movement on four screens; it is loud and jarring and brings the historical events my kids have read about in textbooks to life.

No day trip is complete without food, and we have a couple of new favorite places in Topeka. We start the day at Juli’s Coffee and Bistro, which shares space with Gizmo Pictures and Prairie Glass Art Studio, and is located within walking distance of the Capitol. The coffee is terrific and the breakfast menu is fantastic.

Lunch is a bit of a drive, but the Pad Thai from Tuptim Thai is worth it. So are

the money bags, which are a take on traditional crab Rangoon. Other highly recommended lunch spots include Chez Yasu, The Burger Stand, Row House, Lonnie Q’s BBQ and Paisano’s.

Finally, a quick stop at PT’s at College Hill is a must. It was ranked the 9th best coffee shop in America by the Daily Meal in 2014, its second time on the list.

There are no admission fees at the Kansas State Capitol or The Brown v. Board of Education National Historic Site. For hours and more information, visit Kshs.org/capitol, Nps.gov/brvb or VisitTopeka.com.

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“Situated near the salubrious springs for which the town is named, The Elms has been a refuge for those seeking rejuvenation and refreshment since 1888. In this tradition, the newly renovated Spa at The Elms offers a place where you can spend your days in serenity with pampering spa treatments and a wide array of amenities.”—ElmsHotelandSpa.com

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xcelsior Springs was once a Missouri mecca of health because of the healing waters running through it. Since 1888, The Elms Hotel has been a beautiful destination in and of itself, renowned as a wedding or conference venue, weekend getaway or day trip destination. The luxury surroundings and quaint grounds of the historic hotel command attention, but underneath the magnificent marble lobby an ethereal escape awaits anyone ready to The Elms Hotel & Spa relax, rejuvenate and reconnect with 401 Regent Street serenity and peace. The Spa at the Excelsior Springs, MO 64024 Elms is a modern take on traditional 816.630.5500 spa services offered for eons at this Email: info@elmshotelandspa.com iconic locale.

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increase circulation. The smell was exhilarating. The salt scrub awakened my skin perfectly for the hot water of the steam shower. From the heat and steam of that room I stepped into the cold plunge shower next to it and pulled the silver chain, releasing a spray of cold water for as long as I could stand it. The contrast of the two temperatures, coupled with my willingness to experience them, were beginning to have an effect on my attitude, breaking through the stress and releasing tension.

From the cold plunge shower I entered the dry hot sauna, my favorite warm, dry hug after the cold splash. Forty minutes passed and I finally felt mentally ready to relax. Sitting for a second time in the hot tub, my mind was quieter and I noticed more… the water’s roar as it hit the Grotto’s surfaces, the smell of fresh, clean moisture, the beautiful blue tiles and gray stone. Clearly the sensory-engaging experience was having a positive effect.

The Grotto proved to be the perfect transition from the stressful world outside into the realm of relaxation enveloping me. I was glad the Spa suggested that time so I could be fully ready to enjoy my next treatments.

TRANSITIONING IN THE GROTTO

I arrived after a stressful, rushed morning, and wasn’t in the mood to relax. A staff member offered a warm greeting, and after checking in, led me into the quaint changing room where a locker, plush robe and slippers are provided. I slipped into my swimsuit, turned off my cell phone and deposited it in the locker, disconnecting from the world and trying to embrace being fully present for the experience. Not easy.

I admit feeling resistant when the staff encouraged me to fully experience all The Grotto had to offer: a cold plunge shower, steam shower, hot tub, steam sauna and dry sauna. All of the tension of the morning’s craziness and the stress of the past month’s demands were difficult to let go.

The Grotto made it inviting. The cozy, cave-like area is the Elm’s version of a “bath” with several water features for self-guided hydrotherapy. The natural rock wall gives an authentic feel to the rectangular hot tub below it, which is where I decided to start my “decompress time.” Mind still racing, I leaned back in the bubbling waters and watched the minute arm of the wall clock move.

Time passes more slowly in the Grotto.

The self-service exfoliation bar outside the hot steam shower offered a custom-bled of sea salts, herbs and essential oils to exfoliate and

RELAXING AND REJUVENATING WITH THE SIGNATURE MASSAGE

One of the most unique services available at this Spa is the Signature Massage. In keeping with the healing water theme woven throughout the Spa, this massage entails lying on a water-friendly bed beneath a moving bar with nine massaging showerheads and also use of hot stones. If you have ever felt guilty standing in the shower extra long, you’ll love the Vichy shower.

This treatment is a heavenly 60-minute neck, shoulder and back massage while warm water cascades over you.

The experience is guided by an experienced massage therapist (angel) who tailors each detail precisely to your liking. It is impossible to describe how relaxing this massage is. All of my stress literally washed away in this ultimate de-stress option.

PEELING BACK TIME WITH ULTIMATE SKIN CARE

I floated to my last service of the day: the Elms Ultimate Facial. Everything about this experience was artfully executed with flowing movement and luxurious products. I felt as though my face was a work of art being curated with the utmost care and concern. Designed to deliver immediate anti-aging results, this facial lifted years off my mid-40s face after 90-minutes of divine intervention: intense hydration, cleansing, toning, a mask, moisturizer and wonderful massage of my face, scalp, hands and feet.

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here are many reasons to love Gulf Shores and Orange Beach in southwest Alabama: 32 miles of sugar-white beaches for starters—a stretch of waterfront paradise where you can set up a chair and umbrella, sip on sweet tea and kick off the flip-flops.

There is the Gulf of Mexico and its seductive warm waters and beyond the beach, fascinating wildlife refuges to explore and exciting eco-adventures that showcase natural wonders. Then there’s the Southern-influenced coastal cuisine served up in down-home eateries, upscale restaurants and beachfront hangouts—oysters to shrimp and crawfish to red snapper, there’s a delectable dish to tickle every hungry palate.

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The easy-to-navigate Gulf Shores and Orange Beach area is just the ticket for any traveler in search of the perfect winter getaway or a spring break. Family in tow? Activities abound for every interest. Couple’s escape? Find romance on the pristine beaches and in Magnolia Springs, a quaint village off the beaten path. Girlfriends’ retreat? Besties can pamper themselves with plenty of retail therapy and sunset happy hours fueled by refreshing cocktails.

The region’s leisurely pace from sunrise to sundown combined with old-fashioned Southern hospitality are sure to charm and captivate travelers young and young-at-heart. After all, it’s an endless summer in this sun-drenched, come-as-you-please neck of the woods.

FAMILY FUN

Once you’ve logged in beach time, head out to explore the other side of the Gulf Shores region. The 180-year-old Fort Morgan at the mouth of Mobile Bay gives history buffs a fascinating glimpse into the evolution of American coast defense fortifications from 1834 to World War II. After spending time touring the Civil Warera star-shaped fort, venture out to the western end of the Fort Morgan Peninsula, named by the American Bird Conservancy as a “One Hundred Globally Important Bird Area,” to spot birds and butterflies. Spend a delightful afternoon on a dolphin and nature watch cruise with a CetaceanCruises.com in the Gulf Coast’s Wolf Bay—the expert guides will reveal the flora and fauna of the area and even introduce you to the bottlenose dolphins that reside in the area. Hop on a rental bike from Beach Bike Rentals and discover the beautiful Gulf State Park’s Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail; soak in the great outdoors while spying indigenous wildlife, native plants and maybe even an alligator or two.

COUPLE’S ESCAPE

If unplugging from the world is on your vacation itinerary, check out Perdido Beach Resort located in Orange Beach near Alabama Point where the Intracoastal Waterway meets the Gulf’s deep blue waters. With prime waterfront and multiple restaurants, your retreat to bliss is complete at this island oasis. Or choose a long weekend at the award-winning Magnolia Springs Bed and Breakfast, a historic landmark in Magnolia Springs, a short 30-minute jaunt from the Gulf Shores area. Swing your club at the nine-hole par 3 course right down the road at Magnolia Springs Golf or play two Arnold Palmer signature courses at Craft Farms in Gulf Shores. Enjoy a cozy lunch at Jesse’s Restaurant at the Moore Brothers Village Market where you can order oysters, Angus beef or seafood entrees in history-rich surroundings.

GIRLFRIENDS’ RETREAT

Gulf Shores and Orange Beach is a tailor-made destination for when the girls need to get out of town. Stay at Caribe Resort, located on more than 30 acres of a picturesque peninsula overlooking Perdido Pass, known for its luxury accommodations, tennis courts, five-star restaurant, over 40,000-square-feet of pools, vistas to watch stunning sunsets and more. No girls’ trip is complete without marathon shopping—begin your day at Coastal Arts Center and The Hot Shop located on shores of lovely Wolf Bay in Orange Beach for unique treasures, including watercolors and handblown glass, crafted by local and regional artists. Grab a latte from The Southern Grind Coffee House and stroll The Wharf in Orange Beach, an upscale entertainment district filled with boutique shops selling home décor, luxury bath accessories and the latest in beachwear. Book a hot stone massage or a mani-pedi at Fusion Spa Salon Aveda and then take a spin on the Southeast’s tallest Ferris wheel for a birds-eye view of the Gulf. Enjoy Italian-inspired dining at Villaggio Grille and catch live music and a

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Lucy’s Local Flavors For those familiar with the gospel according to singer Jimmy Buffet—warm days, cool nights in a tropical paradise, enjoying a margarita or cold beer— scenes from Gulf Shores and Orange Beach might seem like lyrics from one of his familiar kick-back-and-relax anthems. And it’s not too far from the truth because Buffet spent most of his growing-up years in Mobile, Alabama, about an hour north from Gulf Shores. Buffet’s sister, Lucy, has two popular restaurants in Gulf Shores that feature the area’s signature seafood and then some.

LuLu’s is a sprawling family-friendly restaurant with an extensive menu.

Conveniently located off Alabama Highway 59 at the Intercoastal Waterway and Homewood Marina, LuLu’s is a rollicking good time for all ages and appetites. Before dinner, peruse the well-stocked shop for colorful souvenir t-shirts, mugs, jewelry and décor, along with LuLu’s own line of Caribbean-inspired hot sauces and seasonings. Settle in with an irresistible Island Mango Colada and a Cheeseburger in Paradise, tap your toes to live music and finish off the meal with a slice of sublime Key lime pie. The kids are comfortable at LuLu’s too –the bright décor, lively atmosphere and friendly staff ensure an unforgettable experience for the whole gang.

A hop, skip and jump from LuLu’s front door is Lucy B. Goode, Lucy’s homage to Deep South fare reimagined with a fresh, creative twist. Closed during the winter months, the upscale—but “not too fancy,” according to Lucy—restaurant effortlessly combines a contemporary beachy café vibe with classic southern flavors. LuLu’s famous gumbo is served here, along with small plates highlighting the Gulf’s delicious seafood. And what’s not to like about a restaurant that tempts you with house-made desserts, including the “Today’s Something Chocolate” selection. Lucy Buffet is a total pro at dishing up the sweet life in Gulf Shores.

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Where To Stay Accommodations in the Gulf Shores and Orange Beach area are as diverse as the recreation and leisure opportunities. Choose from beach houses for family or generational reunions and resorts, condos, hotels and bed-and-breakfasts. If you’re bringing Fido along, there are plenty of pet-friendly options, too. For more information on planning a trip to Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, go to GulfShores.com.

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ating healthy food that is locally grown and produced doesn’t have to be daunting during winter. Winter is a time to eat a wide variety of foods dense in nutrients and full of flavor. Substituting healthy foods for salty, sweet and fattening snacks involves knowing what to avoid and trying tasty, nutritious options.

“Focus on snacks free of white flour, white sugar and other highly-processed ingredients like artificial flavors, colors, sweeteners and preservatives,” says Lisa Markley, MS, RDN, and registered dietitian and healthy eating specialist at Whole Foods Market. “Opting for real food options will help bridge the gap between meals with more nourishing choices.”

Markley suggests snacks such as popcorn sprinkled with seaweed gomasio (a Japanese condiment made of sesame seeds, sea salt and a blend of sea vegetables) or avocado toast on sprouted whole grain bread.

Other ideas include roasted pistachios mixed with apple-juice sweetened dried cranberries, medjool dates with a dollop of local goat cheese; or simply sliced apples, pears or dark chocolate dipped in natural peanut butter or almond butter.

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such as apples, pears, persimmon, pomegranate, citrus, cranberries and dried fruits. “Winter is a great time of year to enjoy cooked fruit, which makes a perfectly sweet, yet healthy dessert,” Markley says. “I love making fruit compote, baked apples and poached pears.”

Autumn and winter vegetables include winter squashes (butternut, acorn, Delicata, spaghetti), sweet potatoes, Brussels sprouts and beets that can be easily roasted. Markley also advises people to “eat the rainbow.”

“We eat with our eyes first, so finding consistent ways to add colorful fruits and vegetables to each meal or snack is a great way to not only amp up your antioxidant intake, but it also makes your food more visually appealing,” Markley says.

“Once you get in the habit, you will notice meals lacking in color are bland and boring.”

Beans are ideal food in soups for colder weather. Markley also suggests eating whole grains such as oats, brown rice, quinoa, millet, wild rice and buckwheat. These grains can be prepared as a savory pilaf, in a stir-fry or stuffed into roasted winter squash. Spices

like cinnamon, ginger, and pepper are great ways to amplify the flavor of foods while promoting internal warmth.

When possible, try obtaining locally-grown foods. “Local farmers grow crops for their flavor, not their ability to be shipped long distances and stored indefinitely,” Markley says. “Eating local also challenges you to try new foods as they come into season, encouraging you to eat outside your comfort zone.”

Anyone can become a locavore without investing much time in the practice.

“Locavore” refers to a person interested in eating food that is locally produced, when available, and is not moved long distances to market. Greater Kansas City is home to many area farmers eager to sell their bounty year-round.

Kansas City Food Circle maintains an online resource directory of member farms and farmers that run organic and sustainable operations (KCFoodCircle.org). This resource is a good place to connect directly with local growers and producers.

“There are many places and much food to find in the winter,” says Alicia Ellingsworth, Cultivate Kansas City Program Manager at the Juniper Gardens Training Farm. “Several farms run a fall/winter community-supported agriculture program (CSA) including our Gibbs Road Farm.”

Seasonal foods could be a shopping list by itself. Ellingsworth cites spinach, carrots, turnips, beets, radishes, sunchokes, arugula, salad mix, microgreens of many varieties, kale, Swiss chard, bok choi, Asian greens, garlic, sweet potatoes, Irish potatoes and winter squash.

“Other items available are cheese, milk, meat, eggs, bread, honey, nuts and soaps,” adds Ellingsworth.

If joining a CSA program – where participants essentially buy and receive delivery of a periodic allotment of a farmer’s produce and goods – isn’t practical, then start with the local grocery store.

The Good Natured Family Farms (GNFF) brand represents more than 150 family farms and small businesses. These farms sell foods through Kansas City’s Hen House Markets, Ball’s Price Chopper Supermarkets and select retail locations. Buying GNFF produce, meat, dairy, eggs and honey means not only eating high-quality, locally grown and produced food, but also supporting sustainable farms.

Honey is abundant and available direct from local sources. Shauna and Dave Eastwood of Eastwood Farms in Paola, Kans., sell pure, raw honey direct from their single-source apiary and deliver to most locations in metro KC. Cooper’s Honey (based in Peculiar, Mo.) sources honey from local

beekeeping partners in Missouri, Iowa and Nebraska, and is available in many local supermarkets.

Tom Ruggieri and Rebecca Graff of Fair Share Farm in Kearney offer a CSA program, but also sell direct

through Badseed Farm and Market’s (1909 McGee) monthly Friday night market from 4-8 p.m.

“Things grow slow this time of year, so supplies of fresh produce vary with the harvest,” Ruggieri says. While supplies last, items they offer include eggs, sauerkraut, kimchi, garlic, lettuce, red cabbage, yellow onions, arugula, spinach, chard and kale. “We recently sold kraut to The Sundry Market and Kitchen for sale on their shelves.”

Badseed sells its own produce and goods, plus certified organic grass-fed beef from Wells Family Farms, Bread of Life Bakery, and produce, baked goods, jams, jellies, pickles and relishes from Western Produce.

Howard’s Organic Fare and Vegetable Patch, operated by founder Craig Howard, is a membership grocery focused on local produce. “Stony Crest, Badseed, Thane Palmberg, Goode Acres and City Bitty are the main farmers that I work with during winter,” Howard says.

Although Howard closed his storefront in late fall 2014, he temporarily sells produce at Badseed. In November, he raised funds to build a new space (1708 Oak) in 2015 that will include a commercial kitchen, cafe and rooftop garden in addition to the grocery store.

Howard anticipates re-opening in February.

Weston-based Green Dirt Farms’ sheep’s milk cheeses and yogurts are available via GreenDirtFarm.com and in retail shops and grocery stores in Kansas and Missouri. Family-owned Shatto Milk’s ice cream, milk, cheese curds, and butter is available in many grocery stores throughout greater Kansas City, rural Missouri and eastern Kansas.

Don’t feel like cooking? Consider local restaurants and retailers supplied by area farmers.

“We sell to The Webster House, The Farmhouse, Story and Harvest,” Ellingsworth says. “Many other restaurants source from other growers.”

Be Love Too Farm, a sustainable farm in Edgerton, Kans., produces non-certified organic vegetables, herbs, wheatgrass and sprouts for Cafe Gratitude KC. The Farmhouse near the City Market, Renee Kelly’s Harvest in Shawnee, Novel in KC’s West Side, and Justus Drugstore in Smithville are some of many area restaurants that use local meat, produce and ingredients when available and practical.

Eating local and healthy is easier than ever for all seasons, no matter your lifestyle.

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We are dog people and currently have two dogs that we rescued, Skyler and Cash. Cash is our store dog. He greets customers and melts to the floor for tummy rubs. It is a hard life.

Do you work outside the home?

Don and I have worked side by side in our store, Elite Feet, for many years. Our girls have each spent time working alongside us and our middle daughter joined us in the business after graduation from college. We began as a running specialty store evolving and growing into new areas over the years to encompass shoes, socks and insoles that ensure our customer that they will have the necessary and correct support for their particular feet’s needs.

Which organization that gets most of your volunteer time?

We have collected shoes to donate to people in need around the world for many years. During the recession of ’08 we realized how huge the need was in Kansas City itself, so we formalized the name Shoe Kansas City and became a non-profit. We have six local groups that we donate to on a regular basis, including City Union Mission and Catholic Charities. We work with local companies and school districts to collect shoes that are distributed throughout the greater Kansas City area. We have collected around 14,000 pairs of shoes in a 42

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year’s time. We were recently at the Overland Park Recycle Extravaganza collecting shoes for the second year.

What is the best thing about living in Leawood?

I’ve always wanted to be able to walk to and from work, let alone that we spend so much time in and around the four corners of 119th and Roe. Last year we were able to make that a reality when we bought a home in a subdivision that is behind our store.

Customers comment on seeing Cash and I strolling along 119th. I love it!

welcome the basketball teams for 2014. We were also on hand for their 60th Anniversary celebration where they brought back all the past coaches and players.

Where is your favorite vacation destination?

In our free time we love being with our kids and grandkids, cooking together, seeing movies, watching beautiful sunsets, being on the top of Aspen Mountain or on the beach in Kasey Key, Florida. For myself, I enjoy reading, baking, gardening and walking.

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What is your favorite sports team?

We are all Jayhawk basketball fans. We recently went to Late Night in the Phog to

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The Photographic Art of Jim Mathis What brought you to the KC area?

I came to Kansas City not long after I left K-State. I had developed a habit of reading the Kansas City Star and Times every day and fell in love with the city as a result of feeling connected through the newspaper. I moved to KC when I was looking for a regular job and ended up working in a downtown camera store for three years.

Describe your art: I am a photographer first, but digital artist better describes my work.

My subjects are mainly music related since I am also a musician.

What inspires you?

Everything. I don’t see how a person cannot be inspired by just looking around and seeing and talking with people.

Where did you study art?

I have no formal art training, but I have been studying art all of my life.

I enjoyed looking at pictures in magazines as a child and later got in the habit of going to art museums.

Where can people view your art?

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Coffee at College and Antioch in Overland Park. I also show at a number of art fairs in the area.

When is your next showing or exhibit?

I usually start in art festival circuit in April or May. As both a photographer and a musician, I love making images of musicians and musical instruments. Finding innovative ways to show musical themes using photography, I often employ light-painting, which uses a small moving light source in a darkened room and a long exposure. This technique produces unique and compelling images which appeal to both music fans and people who like strong visual images.

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The evening prior, the groom’s parents hosted a rehearsal dinner at the Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art. Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents hosted a reception at Hallbrook Country Club. Mr. Joe Cure and Mr. Kenny Anderson, the groom’s brother, served as best men. Miss Jessica Barnthouse served as her sister’s maid of honor.

After honeymooning in Puerto Rico, the newlyweds are at home in Dallas, Texas. Molly is careering with Chemical Information Services, and Bobby is employed by Stonehenge Growth Capital L.L.C.

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Key to the petite people mover is the tall roof that enables an upright seating position and a split-folding back seat that drops flat in one move to create a generous cargo space with an almost flat floor. The front seats were excellent. They hit me in all the right places, had firm support and are heated on the top EX-L. With the back seat down and the front passenger seat folded, there is room for an item up to seven feet long. The high roof also makes it easy to get in and out but that’s something that older folks will appreciate more than young buyers.

The 2015’s 99.6-inch wheelbase is a little over 1 inch longer than the previous model. Rear seat legroom is improved by 4.8 inches and overall passenger volume is up by 4.9 cubic feet. That’s pretty remarkable considering the car is 1.6 inches shorter overall.

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The CVT is finding its way into most Honda products because of its efficiency but the one in the Fit was less enjoyable than other Hondas I have tried. Step hard into the throttle from a stop, such as pulling out into a busy street, and the Fit leaps forward, almost too quickly, and the lunge is accompanied by a lot of engine noise. The lack of shifting means it takes a while for the engine to calm down.

I would prefer the manual transmission but it is not available on the upper models.

The Fit has a fair amount of wind and road noise on the freeway and the ride is pretty firm. I don’t mind a firm ride but I can understand why someone would prefer a bit more suppleness.

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Honda’s Lane Watch is a small camera under the right outside mirror. When you put on the turn signal it shows a side view on the center LCD screen. Very handy for changing lanes or seeing if a bicycle has pulled alongside before you make a right turn. I would love to have one on the left side, too.

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This is your chance to speak with the state representatives and senators before the 2015 session begins. Detailed list of invited elected officials at LeawoodChamber.org. $30 for members, $40 for non-members.

From 11:15 a.m.–1:30 p.m. at The Venue, 4800 W. 135th St., #107.

Sharron Uhler, Shawnee Town Curator of Education, will discuss 1920s quilts and ladies’ popular magazines of the times. This is a class for advanced beginners or intermediate quilters. It will be held at Prairie Point Quilt & Fabric Shop (11950 Shawnee Mission Pkwy) and is one of the winter offerings from Shawnee’s Parks and Recreation catalogue. From 6-8:30 p.m. $36 for 3 sessions.

Fabric and supplies not included. Bring your own sewing machine. 913.248.2360.

a Soul Train Award nomination for Best Jazz Artist. For tickets, call 816.474.8463 or visit AmericanJazzMuseum.org.

JANUARY 25 LUNAR NEW YEAR CELEBRATION MISSION FARMS

Join Leawood leaders and friends at Blue Koi Restaurant (10581 Mission Rd) for cocktails, dinner and entertainment. This special ‘sister city’ event begins at 5 p.m. and seating is limited. $25 per person with a cash bar.

Contact Julie Berger 913.642.5555 ext 325.

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Join the Leawood Chamber from 5-6:30 p.m. at Ya Ya’s Euro Bistro, (7021 W. 135th St.) The location may be new, but the service and cuisine is still the same top-notch quality. LeawoodChamber.org

SENIOR FRIENDSHIP LUNCHEON LEAWOOD CITY HALL

Come and enjoy a catered lunch and entertainment the second Tuesday of every month from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. A great way to socialize and meet new friends. For more information or to register, call 913.663.9154. Reservations required one week in advance. $7

JANUARY 27 THE LEAWOOD GARDEN CLUB LEAWOOD PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

Stephen Painter will present “Meet the Neighbors -- Wildlife Neighbors and Habitats.” Painter is the owner of Catch-It Wildlife & Pest Control. He has been in business since 1989. The meeting is open to everyone and guests are most welcome. Join the Leawood Garden Club at 10:30 a.m. at 2715 W. 83rd St. Bring a sack lunch; beverages and desserts are provided. For more information, visit LeawoodGardenClub.org or call 913.642.3317.

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The American Jazz Museum’s “Jammin’ at the Gem” 2015 concert series begins with one of the brightest stars of contemporary jazz. Culbertson has released 15 albums, has toured the world and seen his name at the top of Billboard and radio charts. In 2011, Brian was named the Male Artist of the Year at the Oasis Smooth Jazz Awards; and in 2012 received

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JANUARY 31 TRIVIA NIGHT SHAWNEE

Friends of Infant Toddler Services of Johnson County is proud to host the 2nd Annual Trivia Night at the Shawnee Civic Center at 7:30 p.m. Gather a team of 8 and join us for a fun night out playing trivia! Cash prize for the winning team. Sponsorship opportunities available. All proceeds benefit early intervention therapy services for the children served by Infant Toddler Services of Johnson County. Register your team by visiting our website or calling us at 913.432.2900x124.

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Parting Thoughts

You’re Invited to Join the Great Purge & Clean of 2015!

WORDS LISA COOKE HARRISON

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appy New Year! Now that you’ve got your fitness and wellness goals firmly in place, it’s time to look closely at the space around you and ask yourself, “Are things looking a little cluttered?” or “Are my closets bursting at the seams?”

Why not set a goal to de-clutter and, more importantly, simplify this year?

Several years ago, I was inspired by a book called Simple Abundance to set a goal to clean, sort and rid my home of much of the stuff that was being stored but rarely (or never) used in spare drawers, closets, cabinets and bookshelves around my home. Finding truth in the idea that ‘we fill the space we have’ meant that my home-sweet-home was filled to the brim.

Like many of you, I’m blessed to live in a house with extra closets, an extra bedroom and lots of built-in cabinets and book shelves. I realized in the 12 years we’d lived in our home, we’d filled all of these spaces. It was time to attack them and I needed a plan.

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My goal? To get rid of something nearly every day.

As I sit and watch television in the evenings, I try to use that time to clean out a drawer or two or a shelf in one of the nearby closets. (Commercials are the perfect time to put things back.) One night I carried all of the plastic shoe boxes that make up our first aid and medicine closet supplies. It’s amazing how many nearly empty bottles of cough syrup and Tums we’d accumulated.

An hour later my waste basket was full and I’d easily pitched more than a dozen items and so my goal for that week was met.

Once upon a time I thought every bookshelf should be lined with books and so I collected and I kept every book I finished.

Now I take pride in half empty bookshelves that provide me with space to show off pretty collectibles and a few framed family photos.

My beloved got involved at a different level. He started selling things on Craig’s List and eBay. Suddenly the wood chip-

per and junior golf clubs in the garage had each brought in $50. That alone was motivation for him to keep posting. We agreed this method was significantly easier than a garage sale since we both work full time.

Twice a year I go through my son’s closets and dressers. It doesn’t take more than 20 minutes of playing “Keep or toss?” with my growing teens to whittle down their t-shirt collection and get rid of the clothes that no longer fit. Since they seem to come home with a t-shirt a week from one activity or another, it’s easy for them to have 10 favorites and ignore the rest.

Do you ever find yourself watching an episode of something on your computer? Use that time to organize and purge from your desk, home office space or kitchen, depending on where your computer lives.

The organizational experts all seem to agree—if it isn’t useful, sentimental or beautiful, it might be time to let it go.

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