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He'd wait patiently on a bench outside of each store or get one of those five-minute massages because he couldn't say no to the kiosk person. Sometimes we'd get lunch with mom and catch the last summer blockbuster before heading home.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE SEPTEMBER 2021

FEATURES 18 A Wardrobe for What We Do: Bob Ward’s Fashion that suits our lifestyle.

22 The Call to be Creative Answering perfect timing with clay jewelry.

28 Angels Do Fly West New documentary ‘Angels Do Fly West’ available on YouTube.

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42 2 September Throwback MustReads

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DEPARTMENTS 8

Lifestyle Letter

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Local Experiences

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MONTANA NATURAL HISTORY CENTER BANQUET AND AUCTION Join in on the fun on Saturday, September 18 at 5 p.m.! It's the 30th annual MNHC Banquet and proudly located in the heart of Missoula, MT

Auction. After a year of virtual events, everyone is ready to celebrate in person at a brand new venue.

Gather outdoors at the Ogren Field Allegiance Field for a night of live entertainment, silent and live auctions, exciting raffles, delicious food and drinks, and so much more.

SPONTANEOUS CONSTRUCTION On Saturday, September 18 at 11 a.m. take part in something special. Designed to inspire a culture of reuse with a free, engaging community activity, Spontaneous Construction, or "SponCon" for short, has become an annual Missoula tradition.

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Another Option Beyond Pain Meds and Surgery Full Circle Natural Medical Clinic is delighted to offer Regenerative Medicine to restore joint and back function naturally!

Contest participants have seven hours to use their choice of Home ReSource materials to built the most beautiful, functional, and creative piece they can dream up.

INTERESTED IN FLY FISHING? Are you new to the area or just interested in starting a new Montana hobby? Fly fishing is what most people think of when they hear Missoula, Montana. And September is a great month to dive

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in, or wade in. The start of the month might feel a lot like August. Heat and warm water temperatures are still pushing the angler to the edges of the day but once the rain hits (not a drizzle but a soaking rain) it's the turn of a season and a fisherman's delight. Longer nights trigger bigger fish and as the days shorten, the big fish's appetites grow. Visit MissoulianAngler.com or a local fly shop to get started!

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LOCAL EXPERIENCES

STYLE FALL IS GIVING US ALL THE FEELS FOR FASHION, FAMILY, AND A LITTLE RELAXATION. Whether you are looking to refresh your closet with some local boutique finds, gathering the family for a unique photo shoot, or unplugging for a pamper-friendly experience, we have you covered.

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ARTICLE CHELSEA LYN AGRO | PHOTOGRAPHY ERIKA SPAULDING

A Wardrobe for What We Do: Bob Ward’s FASHION THAT SUITS OUR LIFESTYLE BOB WARD’S SPORTS & OUTDOORS IS

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fishing SIMMS WOMEN’S TRIBUTARY WADERS IN PLATINUM $179.99 Stockingfoot are your trusty companion as you build confidence and master your fishing skills. Built for intense durability, these dry, breathable waders promote natural mobility while negotiating steep trails and deep river bottoms.

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LOCAL’S CHOICE

TH E C A L L TO B E

C R E ATI V E ANSWERING PERFECT TIMING WITH CLAY JEWELRY ARTICLE JILL MH TABER | PHOTOGRAPHY ERIKA SPAULDING

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ESSICA GILBERTON HAS BEEN DREAMING OF THE FORT

PECK SUMMER THEATER LATELY. Back in her middle school and high school days, a friend of Jessica’s worked at the theater and Jessica spent afternoons digging through the costume closet. Little did she know, those summer hours planted a creative seed.

Fast forward to April 2020. Laid off from her full-time job for two months, Jessica found herself with unexpected free time and a refreshed longing for artistic expression. She’d seen some clay earrings on social media and dove into research and experimentation.

“Whatever ends up happening: if this goes fulltime or not, it has meant so much.Even if this is the peak, it’s been worth it.

“I had no idea how much goes into clay jewelry,” Jessica said. “I did a lot of research on YouTube and reached out to clay artists on Instagram.”

She also looked for a used pasta machine to roll the clay, finding one on Craigslist for five dollars. Clay jewelry uses polymer clay,

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purchased in four-ounce blocks, that are then worked by hand and run through a pasta machine to smooth and remove wrinkles and bubbles. Jessica said the process is both relaxing and calming and a bit reminiscent of childhood.

“That’s part of what’s cool about it,” she explained. “It kind of reminds me of PlayDough.”

After it’s rolled and smoothed, Jessica uses clay cutters to make shapes for her earring designs. Then the clay is baked for around an hour.

“If it’s baked correctly, it should be hardened, but also pretty flexible,” she explained.

Ever committed to her craft, Jessica sands the edges of each piece before assembling the earrings. She’s experimented with different household items to create varying textures for her jewelry, a process that results in some hits and some misses, but every time, a new idea or design.

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“I’ve always felt like a creative person,” Jessica said. “I’d been looking for a creative outlet for a while. This is so meditative and refreshing.”

Jessica said she’s experienced anxiety and depression in her life and credits her jewelry business with helping her cope and thrive throughout the past year.

“It was a really tough time. I had really worked hard to move up in my job and was laid off,” she explained. “Having a hobby to dive into and put energy toward helped keep me sane. I was really lucky. It was great timing, actually.”

Jessica turned a pandemic-lay off lemon into lemonade, launching Project Arcilla (a nod to her Mexican heritage; “Arcilla” means clay in Spanish).

“In the beginning, I thought, ‘If I ever in my lifetime sell ten pairs of earrings, I’ll be happy,’” she explained. “I did eight times that in my first month.”

Jessica thinks the past year encouraged people to shop smaller and more local. She’s participated in a few local markets, expanding her market reach and her connections with other artists.

“I’ve always felt like a creative person. I’d been looking for a creative outlet for a while. This is so meditative and refreshing.”

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“In Missoula we have so many incredible

creators,”

she

“I try to be interactive,” Jessica said. “I

said.

want to see what people are interested

“Missoula is so good about supporting

in.” Interacting with customers leads to

local and small businesses.”

both inspiration and encouragement.

Jessica spends a lot of time dreaming up

“Even if you can’t make a purchase,

new designs, using inspiration from both

sharing a photo, commenting or send-

her past and daily life to create new ideas

ing a direct message means so much

for jewelry. She made custom pieces for a

to me,” Jessica said. She strives to

bridal party and made a pair of earrings to

return that feel-good encouragement

match her own outfit for a wedding.

to others.

“One night, I was getting dressed to

“I want people to feel like they can treat

go to a friend’s house for dinner. I pulled

themselves to a fun piece of jewelry but

out a shirt and thought, ‘oh, this could

not feel guilty about the expense,” Jessica

look really cool as earrings,’” she said.

said. “I always include a handwritten note

She uses social media to interact

and maybe some stickers or candy with

with followers and customers regarding

each package. I want people to smile

upcoming jewelry collections.

when they open it.”

“Missoula is so good about supporting local and small businesses.”

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Those smiles are an extension of her appreciation for her customers.

“Every time I get an order, I get a big smile on my face. I want my packages to reflect that: someone decided this handmade piece was worth purchasing. That means so much.”

Jessica is back to working full-time, separately from Project Arcilla, balancing a demanding full-time job with the hope to expand her jewelry business. And while the timing of that expansion is unclear, she’s thankful for the opportunity.

“Whatever ends up happening: if this goes full-time or not, it has meant so much,” Jessica said. “Even if this is the peak, it’s been worth it. It’s been an incredible journey.”

Find Project Arcilla on Facebook, Instagram and online at projectarcilla.etsy.com.

“Every time I get an order, I get a big smile on my face. I want my packages to reflect that: someone decided this handmade piece was worth purchasing. That means so much.”

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NEW DOCUMENTARY ‘ANGELS DO FLY WEST’ AVAILABLE ON YOUTUBE

ANGELS DO F LY W E S T ARTICLE CHELSEA LYN AGRO PHOTOGRAPHY 99 PRODUCTIONS

MICHAEL BURKS DOESN’T LIKE TO

to bless others in 2017, and with each land-

REFER TO THE PEOPLE HE TRANSPORTS

ing and takeoff, his passion to do this type of

AS PASSENGERS. They’re his children, his

work is fueled by these children and friends

friends, his angels. They’ll be connected to

and their stories.

each other forever.

Mya Toone is someone special to Michael.

Michael is a pilot and Montana Wing

Like most all of his friends and children, Mya

Leader for Angel Flight West—a free medi-

needed help and Michael was the guy to

cal transportation company that flies people

get her there. She’s a perfect example of the

whose medical conditions involve extensive

life-changing magic that Michael gets to bear

travel, require specialized medical treat-

witness to—resilience, determination, and

ment or surgery, need assistance fleeing

bravery. When Michael is faced with hard-

domestic violence situations, or have a child

ships, he calls on these memories and his work

with a rare or serious illness to a center of

to remind him that his strength is bigger than

excellence facility. He’s clocked hundreds of

his obstacle, which is something Mya taught

flights since he first started using his aircraft

him through her story.

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Today, Michael and Mya share the limelight in the new documentary “Angels Do Fly West.”

The film takes its viewers from the joys of life’s beginning to the unexpected twists that bring anguish to our lives and then it makes their spirits take flight with the hope of a better tomorrow.

Follow the journey of Michael, who shares his skill, time, and plane in the life and death journeys of children of all ages who have special battles. Listen to a parent who will do anything to help bring normalcy, proper medical care, and answers to their child’s health and then listen to a child express their hopes, dreams, and what Angel Flight West means to them.

“Angels Do Fly West” is currently available on YouTube, a documentary directed by local film artist, Joe McNeal .

“Angels Do Fly West” finished in the top six of the Paris Film Festival for Best Short Documentary and won the Los Angeles Film Awards for Best Inspirational Film.

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The Inn at the Mission

The Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano L o c at i o n : S a n J u a n C a p i s t r a n o , C A S u b m i t t e d b y M i c h a e l G e r a r d , Lag u na N i g u el Li festyle “High ceilings, mission-style grand armoires, chandeliers and thick corbel ceiling beams add a timeless authenticity to our hacienda-style guest rooms, suites and luxury villas.”

—The Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano You’ll love the traditional Spanish food at the hotel restaurant and the charming historical architecture of The Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano. This is the perfect hotel to hold a wedding, get away on your honeymoon, or just take a spa trip because you deserve it.

The Inn at the Mission

The Inn at the Mission

3.

The Arrabelle at Vail Square

The Arrabelle at Vail Square L o c at i o n : Va i l , C O S u b m i t t e d b y J a h n a E i c h e l , Fo rt Co lli ns Li festyle You can never go wrong with a romantic ski resort. Your beautiful lodging awaits you with in-room iPads, canopy beds, and ice skating at the square.

“Visit

the

onsite

RockResorts

Spa

for

alpine

inspired

treatments that incorporate natural ingredients. Or grab a bite to eat at Tavern on the Square, where comfort food meets casual mountain elegance.” —The Arrabelle at Vail Square

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4.

No Vacancy L o c at i o n : K a n s a s C i t y, M O S u b m i t t e d b y A n g e l a B r o o c k e r d , J o h ns o n Co u nty & Leawo o d Li festyle

Amangani

Another fantastic wedding venue, No Vacancy has a uniquely modern and cozy atmosphere that will enchant guests. It is also a great space to host a retreat or just take a trip on your own.

“Book one or ALL of the 8 unique guest rooms and find solitude in the lounge or discover an oasis on the 2nd story courtyard.”

—No Vacancy

Amangani

5.

Amangani L o c at i o n : J a c k s o n H o l e , W Y S u b m i t t e d b y K i m b e r Pat t e r s o n , B o is e & M er i d ian Li festyle

No Vacancy

No Vacancy

“Evoking the pioneering spirit of the Old West in its redwood and sandstone architecture, the all-season retreat invites guests to discover outdoor adventure and extraordinary natural beauty.” —Amangani So much to see and do! Experiences at the Amangani hotel include wildlife tours, hot air balloon rides, photography workshops, and so much more. Don’t miss this opportunity to get away and experience nature and luxury all in one place.

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Inn on Fifth

6.

Inn on Fifth L o c at i o n : N a p l e s , F L S u b m i t t e d b y S u e C o l l i n s , Naples Li festyle If you’re a fan of Naples, Florida, or you have always wanted to visit, Inn on Fifth is an extended stay hotel that is the perfect way to experience Naples.

“Each spacious room features chic furnishings, contemporary design and luxurious bedding, with access to Juliet balconies or terraces for taking in the warm breezes or vibrant streetscape below.” —Inn on Fifth

River House at Odette’s

Inn on Fifth

7.

River House at Odette’s L o c at i o n : N e w t o w n , PA S u b m i t t e d b y S ta c y G r a e b n e r , N ewtown Li festyle “Welcome to River House, where edgy, yet elegant, urban-inspired design elements are seamlessly married with flowing fabrics, bold fixtures, and reclaimed architectural features for an unparalleled riverfront experience.” —River House at Odette’s With nightly live entertainment from local musicians and an extra afternoon performance on Saturdays and Sundays, you don’t have to ever leave the River House at Odette’s to find something to enjoy! Check out their events page to see what else you can plan your trip around.

River House at Odette’s

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8.

Hotel Landing L o c at i o n : Way z ata , M N S u b m i t t e d b y D a n a M u r p h y, Lake M i n n eto n ka Li festyle If lake life, Nordic vibes, and boutique shopping and feasting resonate with you, then Hotel Landing in the heart of Minnesota is the perfect elevated destination to escape.

“On the shores of Lake Minnetonka, just 15 miles from downtown Minneapolis, you will discover a unique lifestyle destination framed by modern architecture and bustling with urban energy. Check in and experience an elevated travel experience.” -The Hotel Landing

Hotel Landing

Head over to CityLifestyle.com to see the rest and start planning your next stylish vacation!

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SEPTEMBER

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

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GETTING DOWN TO BUSINESS

QIGONG FOR SEASONAL HEALTH: AUTUMN

KIDSX CLUB

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KidX is where kids get to come together

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by UM's Director of Women's

season when the plant growth slows

to explore their world. With KidX, “X”

Entrepreneurship and Leadership,

and the energy within begins to with-

marks the spot for members to have fun,

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playful, and educational experiences.

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leadership,

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large intestine and the skin. This class

they're up to, and so much more.

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Montanans with life-saving educa-

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pitches,

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Community Medical Center

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2 september throwback must-reads

EDUCATED: A MEMOIR

by Tara Westover

Born to survivalists in the mountains of Idaho, Tara Westover was seventeen the first time she set foot in a classroom. Her family was so isolated from mainstream society that there was no one to ensure the children received an education, and no one to intervene when one of Tara’s older brothers became violent. When another brother got himself into college, Tara decided to try a new kind of life. Her quest for knowledge transformed her, taking her over oceans and across continents, to Harvard and to Cambridge University. Only then would she wonder if she’d traveled too far, if there was still a way home.

SEPTEMBER BRINGS A FEELING OF NOSTALGIA FOR ME SO THIS MONTH

WEMBERLY WORRIED

by Kevin Henkes

I’D LIKE TO HIGHLIGHT TWO THROW-

Wemberly worried about everything.

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ONE FOR THE KIDDOS. If the past year

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has taught me anything, it’s that perspective

to start. And Wemberly worried even

is important and worry begins when we’re

more. If you ever worry (or know

young. Happy reading!

someone who does), this is the book for you.

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