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JULY IN A VERY UNUNITED STATE OF AFFAIRS. Yes, it really bothers us. We love the communities we cover with Conejo Valley Lifestyle and Malibu to Palisades Lifestyle. We are ready to celebrate the 4th of July and our country with family, food, fireworks, flags waving, parades, speeches about the glory of being American, while at the same time our fellow Americans and our supposed leaders are tearing us apart. Has the extreme freedom of the digital universe opened up Pandora’s Box and let loose all of the pent up frustrations and dysfunction that old technology kept hidden? Are we free to attack each other on Twitter, Facebook, Reddit and other digital platforms and not take responsibility for the poison that spews forth? Sticks and stones hurt, but so do words filled with hatred and lies. Tell a lie often and loud enough and it becomes the truth to many people. Just ask some politicians. They are quite good at it. I am a Vietnam War era veteran. I served during a time when our country started to not value patriotism. It began to lose its value because of a very divisive war.
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INSIDE THE ISSUE JULY 2018
FEATURES 17 Day Drive Destinations Easy Summer Getaways to Explore
22 Arts Scene Pop Up Gallery Promotes Local Artists
26 For the Love of Painting Allied Artists Blend Art & Conservation
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30 Rising Above Local Paraglider Soars the Malibu Skies
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DEPARTMENTS 6
Lifestyle Letter
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Good Times
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Around Town
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Culinary Creations
26 Giving Back 30 Trend Setter 32 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Local’s Choice
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Community Rallies to Roadside Festival for The Little Angels Project Veterinary Angels’ Roadside West Summer Street Festival featured pet adoptions, photo opportunities with exotic animals, fun family activities, a bounce house, food trucks, silent auction and a free drawing for a week’s vacation at El Dorado Ranch Golf Resort in San Felipe, Baja California. Proceeds help The Little Angels Project provide needed veterinary services for animals in need. VetAgouraHills.com PHOTOGRAPHY BY ROBIN CHESLER
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ON STAGE For the 14th year running, the Young Actors Project offers summer acting programs for youth ages 5-18 in a team-taught program dedicated to the growth and self-expression of young actors. The nonprofit Young Actors Project provides professional performing arts training and fantastic productions in a fun and exciting atmosphere where students can explore their creativity and gain lasting self-confidence. The Summer Theatre Session runs July 9 to July 27 at the Malibu Playhouse at 29243 Pacific Coast Hwy. Classes are held Monday through Friday, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., with a performance July 27 at 7 p.m. The Summer Film Session is July 30 through August
event is scheduled for Saturday, August 11,
10 at the Malibu Playhouse. Classes are Monday
at Point Dume Headlands/Westward Beach
through Friday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., with a screening on
from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The paint-outs are held
August 10. YoungActorsProgram.com
during the first half of the day so artists can cap-
70 YEARS OF CHEERS
ture the best light at every location. On July 15, members of the Allied Artists group
When the first Pacific Palisades Parade took
will be displaying and selling their works of art
place in 1948, Harry Truman was President and a
at the Pacific Palisades Village Green Art Show,
gallon of gas cost 16 cents. This July 4th marks 70
from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Featuring original artwork
Years of Cheers celebrated by the Palisades com-
only, the exhibit will include pieces for sale that are
munity, and the Palisades Americanism Parade
reasonably priced from $100 to $600, and a portion
Association presents the 70th Grand Anniversary
of the proceeds will be donated to support and
Parade—now one of the top Independence Day
maintain The Village Green.
parades in the country.
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Look for the skydivers 10 minutes before the parade begins at 2 p.m. The parade starts at Via de la Paz, travels up Sunset Blvd. to Drummond Avenue, then to Toyopa Drive until it ends at Alma Real Drive. An evening concert begins at 4 p.m., and fireworks start at 9 p.m., at Palisades Charter High School. PalisadesParade.org
CALLING ALL KIDS The Malibu Lumber Yard hosts the KidX Club on Saturday, July 14, from noon to 1:30 p.m. The club offers free activities for kids, aimed to inspire them to explore their world. Monthly events feature fun, playful and educational experiences, including art activities, a kids safety fair and exhilarating fitness events. TheMalibuLumberYard.com
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The Allied Artists invite the public to participate
We are always accepting submissions for announce-
in their monthly free paint-outs. This month's event
ments you’d like to see included in our Around Town
takes place Saturday, July 14 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.,
section. Submissions are accepted via the Contact
at Leo Carrillo State Beach in Malibu. The August
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Summer is a great time to leave the crowded cities behind and beat the heat in the cozy mountain town of Big Bear in the San Bernardino
Mountains. With daytime temperatures in the comfortable 80s, Big Bear is
a cool place for all ages to enjoy a plethora of outdoor summer activities. Swim in the lake, try paddle boarding, jet skiing or fishing, go mountain biking or hike the abundant trails. Shoppers and diners will also find lots to explore at The Village, a local shopping and entertainment hub with over a hundred local boutiques, restaurants and shops. Whether renting a lakeside cabin (complete with private hot tub) with the family or enjoying a weekend getaway, Big Bear is a quick and easy two-and-a-half-hour jaunt (approximately 130 miles) to an idyllic mountain destination where you can relax by the lake or participate in many activities and festivities. During the summer, family activities abound, including the annual 4th of July celebration featuring barbecues, arts and crafts fairs and fireworks, and Old Miners Days in July, showcasing the region’s rich history of logging, mining and ranching with events like the Chili Cookoff. Adventure seekers can opt for adrenaline-inducing activities, such as helicopter rides, zip-lining and off-road jeep tours. Also check out The Cave to catch local and national bands or attend a C.A.T.S. (The Community Arts Theater Society) musical—"The Wizard of Oz” through July—at the Big Bear Performing Arts Center.
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E N CI N I TA S “Everybody’s gone surfing…surfing USA,” sang the Beach Boys, immortalizing Encinitas’ Swami’s Beach for generations to come. Encinitas’ breathtaking beaches and world-class waves only begin to scratch the surface of this iconic surf town’s treasures. Located in North County San Diego, about 130 miles from home, Encinitas comprises six miles of coastline, natural wetlands, unique nurseries and gardens, a lively downtown shopping and dining scene and a friendly, easygoing vibe. Stroll the historic downtown area and explore the eclectic, beachy shops, like Bliss 101, where customers can sip champagne while discovering the store’s unique offerings, like sea glass and wave-inspired rings and one-of-a-kind gemstone necklaces fashioned by local artists. Visit the Shelter and stretch out on comfy couches in an open-air lounge while sipping specialty cocktails, enjoy the patio firepit or catch the game on their big screens. The area also boasts fine and casual dining of all types—many served with a view (try Las Olas across from the beach or the two-story Pacific Coast Grill). Known as the “Flower Capital of the World,” Encinitas will thrill nature lovers of all ages with its extensive collection of nurseries and gardens, including the San Diego Botanic Garden. With nearly 4,000 varieties of plants from around the world, the garden features more than 37 acres of exhibits, including the largest bamboo groves in the U.S., a tropical rainforest, an undersea succulent garden and the Hamilton Children’s Garden, the West Coast’s largest interactive children’s garden. Visitors can also take a free guided nature tour at the San Elijo Lagoon, where 40% of the birds in North America pass by during their annual migrations, or take a timeout at the serene Self-Realization Fellowship enjoying the meditation gardens, koi ponds and views of famous Swami’s Beach. Encinitas’ close proximity to San Diego’s popular attractions—Sea World, Legoland, the San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park—make it an ideal destination for exploring the area’s many offerings.
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three.
IDYLLWILD
Nestled in the San Jacinto Mountains among majes-
tic pines and aromatic cedars lies the quaint mountain
trails set amongst meandering streams and towering forests soaring above the Sonora Desert.
hamlet of Idyllwild, known for its vibrant community of
Wherever you roam in the small town of Idyllwild,
artists and peaceful, quiet environment. An hour from
nature’s beauty is nearby, creating a rustic, laid-back
Palm Springs, Idyllwild offers cooler temperatures for a
atmosphere that invites visitors to wind down and soak up
welcoming respite from the summer heat and bustling
the soothing sights and sounds of Mother Nature. Wine
city crowds. Breathe in the fresh air and kick back in the
lovers will enjoy award-winning wines at Idyllwild's Middle
great outdoors of Idyllwild, where hiking, biking, moun-
Ridge Winery in the heart of town. All ages are welcome
tain climbing and fishing activities abound.
at the popular Mile High Café, known for their delicious
About 145 miles from home, Idyllwild features
lemon blueberry pancakes, or stop at Idyology for great
breathtaking views from mountain peaks, with
food and live music in a log cabin homey setting with a
sweeping vistas of the Coachella Valley and even
roaring fireplace and a deck overlooking a beautiful creek .
the Salton Sea, located hundreds of miles away. Take
Unique local shops include Swanktuary, carrying local
a short break at picturesque Lake Fulmor situated
artisans’ arts and crafts; the Sage and the Butterfly, offer-
along the twisting, turning road to Idyllwild, visit
ing well-crafted, organically made jewelry; and Merkaba
the Idyllwild Nature Center for trails of all levels or
Tea, with its extensive selection of organic teas.
explore the 13,000-acre Mount San Jacinto State Park
During the summer, check out the annual Rotary
and Wilderness area, where you can ride the cable
Club Fourth of July parade and the Idyllwild Arts Jazz In
car to the top of the mountain and hike 50+ miles of
The Pines outdoor music festival.
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S AN TA CR UZ
On the warmer north side of the Monterey Bay where the redwoods meet the ocean sits the coastal town of Santa Cruz. Off the beaten path, Santa Cruz is about a six-hour drive (about 330 miles) from home. It boasts picturesque beaches, sea piers, wharfs and boat harbors, as well as mountain redwood forests and multitudes of streams and lakes. Its redwood forests house vast arrays of trails and tiny mountain towns, like Ben Lomond, Boulder Creek, Bonny Dune and Lompico that look as if they’ve been preserved in time for a hundred years. Boarding the old train for a 6-mile ride from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk amusement park to Felton through a winding forest and trestle bridge railroad is like going back in time. The old-style passenger train stops in the towering Old Growth Redwood forest called the Henry Cowell State Park and Roaring Camp Railroad. Bring your flip flops, hiking shoes, mountain bikes or surfboards to suit your nature, as this outdoorsy natural town offers many activities for the young at heart. Enjoy plenty of people watching, street performers, restaurants and shopping in the downtown center at Pacific Avenue, the heart of Santa Cruz, where local UC Santa Cruz students known for their unusual Banana Slugs mascot frequent coffee shops. After spending a little time in this town, visitors will understand what is meant by the ubiquitous bumper stickers proclaiming to “Keep Santa Cruz Weird." This fun-loving surf town located 90 minutes south of San Francisco and 30 minutes west of Silicon Valley has been a favorite getaway for these northern crowds for decades.
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next door to Spago,” Park remembers.
“Our gallery is unique in that we provide a space that is just for our local talent to showcase their work,” says Tracy Park, owner of PCH POP UP. “We rotate the pieces, on average, every six to eight weeks.”
“He asked me to bring a little life to the building until he finds
PCH POP UP is currently located in The Compass building at
tenants,” Park says. “So, I’ll be there until he leases it out. If our
24903 Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu. As far as upcoming shows are concerned, “we don’t plan too far ahead as we are month to month until the space leases out,” Park explains. The idea for PCH POP UP was inspired when Park owned a gallery in Santa Monica on Ocean Avenue. “I had it for five years until my lease ended,” Park recalls. “The rent was so high that I decided not to renew.”
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Years later, Michael Ferdowsi, who owns The Compass building, asked Park to do the same.
space gets leased out, I’ll be ‘popping up’ somewhere else.” The 2,000-square-foot gallery with ocean views is an intimate space that each artist helps support in all aspects. “We all pitch in to make it work,” explains Park, who has been a resident of Malibu for 25 years. “Additionally, Zan McDougall of Malibu’s own Sugardust bakery helps paint walls and serves up sweet treats to our guests,”
A few weeks later, Michael Koss, who owns The Malibu
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Country Mart, asked Park if she would do a “Pop Up” gallery in a
art instructor, brings her students in for private tours and recently
vacant space in his center.
held a reception in the gallery featuring her students’ work.”
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In being so lucky to have been given this gorgeous, ocean view space, Park wanted to pass on her good fortune to the local community. “I’m using it to feature local artists and I use the space for local fundraising,” Park says. For instance, she recently started, with her dear friend Joe McDougall, an art scholarship for Malibu High School students wishing to further their education in the arts. “We hosted an event in the gallery called Malibu Masters, which included works by Pierce Brosnan, Daniel Stern, Lyndie Benson, Katherine Kousi and a half dozen more talented folks from our community,” Park recalls. “We were able to present a $10,000 scholarship to a very deserving young boy from Malibu High. It has been the highlight of my career to have been able to do this.” Park also recently hosted an event for Thera Surf, a Malibu-based nonprofit organization founded by surfers who bring physically challenged children out into the water, geared with safety equipment, so that they can surf with their assistance. “It was just a wonderful, feel-good night bringing our community together for the greater good,” Park says. “It’s truly a pleasure for me to be able to give back to our wonderful, sweet little town. Malibu is a small town where we all do what we can to keep it special.” For more information about PCH POP UP, or to be added to the mailing list, visit PCHPOPUP.com or call 424.279.0147.
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allied artists of the santa monica mountains & seashore: Â BLENDING CREATIVITY WITH FELLOWSHIP, PHILANTHROPY, APPRECIATION & CONSERVATION ARTICLE SHARON LEVINSOHN PHOTOGRAPHY TIMOTHY KITZ
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SINCE 1997, LOCAL ARTISTS HAVE GATHERED TO ENJOY CREATIVE EXPRESSION, FRIENDSHIP AND FELLOWSHIP, SHARE APPRECIATION OF THE BEAUTIFUL NATURAL SURROUNDINGS AND SUPPORT CONSERVATION, THANKS TO THE LATE MALIBU RESIDENT AND ARTIST PAT RYAN, FOUNDER OF ALLIED ARTISTS OF THE SANTA MONICA MOUNTAINS & SEASHORE, INC. With the official mission "to promote appreciation of our environment through art and to support conservation and maintenance of the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area,” the organization comprises approximately 100 members and 21 active artists. Among the group’s activities are monthly en plein air "paint-outs" held the second Saturday of each month in a variety of spectacular locations. “All of the paintings have to be representational art of the Santa Monica Mountains Recreation Area, which runs from Will Rogers State Park in Pacific Palisades up to Point Mugu State Park in Oxnard,” says Allied Artists board member and artist Russell Hunziker. “It is truly a joy to go out and paint in these extraordinarily scenic areas. We also are supportive of each other and talk about each other's work in a congenial manner.” “We try to stay easygoing, but we take our work very seriously and the talent quotient is high,” agrees Allied Artists president, artist Robert Scopinich. “Each of us is trying to capture something magnificent in nature. We come together with this drive—that is what bonds us.” In addition to the monthly paint-outs, Allied Artists holds member exhibits throughout the year, donating about 20% of sales to conservation organizations, such as the Mountains Restoration Trust, Santa Monica Interagency Visitors Center, California Native Plants Society, Will Rogers Foundation, Wildlife Federation for Wildlife Bridge and Malibu Nature Preserve. information
Several artists from this group will be displaying and selling their beautiful artwork at The
about Allied Artists events and
Pacific Palisades Village Green Art Show on July 15, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The show will feature
membership, and to view mem-
only original artwork—no prints or giclees— created by artists using oils, acrylics, watercolors
bers' online artwork portfolios,
and pastels. Most pieces will be reasonably priced from $100 to $600 and a portion of the
visit Allied-Artists.com.
proceeds will be donated to The Village Green, a privately funded park in the Palisades that
For
additional
relies on donations and volunteers. Membership fees are $40 for
Thirteen Allied Artists members will also be exhibiting their work in an exhibition entitled,
individuals; $50 for couples and
"From the Mountains to the Seashore," at La Galeria Gitana (120 North Maclay Avenue, Suite
families; $100 for patron mem-
E, in San Fernando; GaleriaGitana.com) through July 27.
berships to support the group;
The Allied Artists encourage the public to participate in their free paint-outs. The July paint-
and $40 for artists' portfolios to
out will be held on Saturday, July 14 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Leo Carrillo State Beach in Malibu.
be displayed on the website.
The August event is scheduled for Saturday, August 11, at Point Dume Headlands/Westward Beach from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The paint-outs are held during the first half of the day so artists can capture the best light at every location. July 2018 | Malibu to Palisades Lifestyle
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MALIBU SOARING:
PARAGLI D IN G THE LOCAL SKI ES ARTICLE TRACY MARCYNZSYN | PHOTOGRAPHY CLAUDE FISET
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ON A CLEAR DAY WITH GENTLE BREEZES, LOOKING UP INTO THE SKY ABOVE MALIBU MID-MORNING OFTEN REVEALS A GLIMPSE OF PARAGLIDERS SOARING THROUGH THE AIR— MOST LIKELY WITH CLAUDE FISET, OWNER OF MALIBU PARAGLIDING. For the past 30 years, the Pacific Palisades resident has enjoyed sharing his love of the sport with willing participants brave enough to glide through the skies with Fiset, who takes pride in his perfect safety record. “Everybody tells me it is way better than skydiving,” says Fiset. “Anybody can drop like a rock, but we learn to fly like soaring birds, and paraglider designs are so advanced now that we can safely fly after learning the basics with a good instructor, and of course, flying tandem with me! I am living proof after 30 years with a perfect safety record.” A stunt man, expert skier, whitewater kayaking instructor and mountain biker with an Engineering degree, Fiset first tried paragliding during a ski trip in British Columbia. “I knew it was something I would not do only once!” he recalls, remembering the freedom and exhilaration he felt while paragliding. With the only paragliding company in Malibu, Fiset offers paragliding and powered paragliding tandem
“It can be a very technical sport and imitating bird flight is an art!” says Fiset. “It is fun to share this feeling with others. Once you learn the basics, it’s possible to fly on your own safely on your first day!” he adds. In addition to paragliding lessons and tandem flights, Fiset offers aerial photos and videos, as well as Synergy Paramotors, the most innovative powered paragliders.
rides and lessons, taking off from 12 sites in Malibu
“We design and manufacture the most innovative
and soaring through the air for about 30 minutes
paramotors in the world,” he says. “The fuel in frame
before landing safely on the beach.
(bladder) system on the Synergy has proven to be
Participants can choose from a paragliding
the safest and best engineered. It improves stability,
tandem flight with an instructor, taking off from
strength, safety and ease of use, plus we designed
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J U LY
LIFESTYLE CALENDAR
4 PALISADES ROCKS THE FOURTH CONCERT AND FIREWORKS Palisades Charter High School
Join locals for family-friendly activities and music from local musicians in the
Years of Cheers at the Grand Anniversary Parade, one of the top Independence Day parades in the country. Palisades4th.com
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works viewing area. The annual fire-
Vintage Grocers
works pageant begins at 9 pm, present-
Vintage Grocers hosts a summer
ed once again by world famous Pyro
concert series Fridays from 6-10 p.m.,
Spectaculars. PalisadesChamber.com
at 30745 Pacific Coast Highway. Call 310.457.2828 for more information.
VENTURA 4TH OF JULY STREET FAIR AND PUSHEM-PULLEM PARADE
ALLIED ARTISTS ART EXHIBIT Village Green
parking lot adjoining the concert/fire-
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15 The Allied Artists of the Santa Monica Mountains and Seashore display works of art and offer paintings for sale. Allied-Artists.com
22 FAMILY BIRDWATCHING WALK Malibu Lagoon
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Children and parents walk for one hour; meet at the metal-shaded viewing area between parking lot and channel. Leaders are experienced
Main Street
Theatre Palisades
with kids and an ample supply of bin-
The City of Ventura 4th of July Street
Director Michael-Anthony Nozzi and
oculars are available.
Fair includes six stages of entertain-
Producers Martha Hunter and Sher-
ment and free shuttle bus service
man Wayne present this play, written by
from the Ventura County Govern-
Frederick Knott. Fridays and Saturdays
ment Center. The event covers seven
at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m., through
blocks of Main Street and several side
July 15. TheatrePalisades.org
streets filled with over 300 fine artists, crafters, nonprofit organizations and food booths, as well as continuous live entertainment, along with the parade. CityofVentura.net
8 MALIBU CARS AND COFFEE
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This annual, free celebration takes place Saturday and Sunday. Presented by the Oxnard Downtowners, the
Malibu Bluffs Park
annual event features spicy food, live
Enjoy a cup of coffee while admiring
salsa and Latin jazz bands, dance les-
some of the world's finest automobiles
sons, a tasting tent and a salsa recipe
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marketplace,
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and kids zone. Event admission and
Palisades Recreation Center
Event sponsored by the City of Malibu,
parking are free. Main stage seating
The Palisades Will Rogers 5 & 10K
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runs traverse the streets of Pacific
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cuisine
Palisades, with the 10K run extending to Will Rogers State Historic Park. Palisades10k.com
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We are always accepting submissions
and live kids music, feeding the
for events you'd like to see included
Pacific Palisades
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bers, free; $8 for nonmembers.
are accepted via the Contact Us tab at
Parade Association celebrating 70
LeonisAdobeMuseum.org
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MONEY? WE ALL THINK ABOUT IT. We all want it. And, we all need it. Whether you work for it, inherit it or you somehow have access to it from a spouse or another, money is an exciting resource that people handle very differently. Money can be a source of pride for some who are pleased with their disciplined, lifelong choices that have led to the accumulation of wealth. Others have been known to have said, "it takes money to make money” and spend it freely in anticipation that spending will build more relationships and business in the future. Whatever your approach, it may well be one that you don't talk about with others, and if you do, it is not likely often. Everyone grows up in a household where views, experiences and circumstances differ with handling money, and because of that, they perceive it differently. These attitudes and beliefs that each of us innately has are the underpinnings of how people choose and cope with economic decisions. That's why some who save prudently and may appear to have a "smaller annual income" based on their consumption habits frequently can surprise family and friends when, at their death, it's learned that they had large estates or significant assets. It's the central idea of the book, The Millionaire Next Door, by Thomas J. Stanley that describes "Under Accumulators of Wealth" and "Prodigious Accumulators of Wealth" and the differentiating habits between each. The research concluded that frequently high earning professionals might accumulate less wealth than a lower earning person because they have an expensive lifestyle and consumption habits that drain wealth as opposed to building net worth. But the reality is prudent money management, retirement planning and compound interest are typically topics not taught in school, even though they are subjects that will affect you throughout life. And, given that Los Angeles is the kind of environment that breeds expensive houses or neighborhoods, shimmering cars and fashionable clothes, it might be hard not to be tempted to "keep up with the Joneses." ARTICLE JEFF RUNYAN
But, if you have a competitive spirit and like keeping up, try this: Compete with what you don't see. Compete with their 401k statement value, the IRA Rollover accounts and the investment portfolios that show up in the mailbox quarterly. Imagining what the "Joneses" have may nudge you into increasing your 401k contributions and paying down your mortgage balance faster! And that competition will leave your wallet fuller and your mind more at ease. So, if you keep your focus on what you're most interested in achieving and minimize your acquisition of depreciating assets, you can find balance and enjoy both the joy of living in the here and now, while accumulating wealth to give you peace of mind, making your retirement years as comfortable as those you're in now.
Jeff Runyan is the lead of Runyan Capital Advisors financial advisory team based in Beverly Hills, providing clients nationwide with wealth management and retirement planning advice. Backed by over two decades of industry experience, Jeff leads an investment team committed to designing investment portfolios that adhere to the premise, “Discipline Makes the Difference.” Learn more at RunyanCapital.com. Securities offered through Wedbush Securities Inc. Member NYSE/FINRA/SIPC. 34
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