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PUBLISHER’S note CELEBRATING MOTHERS! THEY ARE OUR NURTURERS, OUR CHEERLEADERS and in all probability the ones who love us most and truly unconditionally. Over the years, the role of mothers has changed, but one constant has remained—they are the ones who would do anything for us. Have you ever seen a quiet, reserved mother when someone messes with her child? They can become a different person in an instant.

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Maybe they don’t even know the difference they have made in your life. Pick up the phone, give them a call and tell them, “Thank you.” It is the greatest Mother’s Day gift of all.

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Health & Lifestyle

Tips and informational articles about living a healthy, active lifestyle.

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Essentials

Paint Vs. Stain: Which is better for interior finishes?

A Life Left Behind: Escaping a polygamous lifestyle.

30 Life & Community

82 Travel & Leisure

Music for Mom: Treat your mom to a concert the park.

36 Business Spotlight

Strada Artisan Coffee: A passion for quality; a passion for people.

38 In Focus Pursuit of a Passion: Musician Devon Wade.

Vashon Island: The heart of the Sound

85 Food & Drink Your local guide to the tastiest hot spots around town.

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Paint vs. Stain

Which is better for interior finishes?

BY ANNIE NYE, INTERIOR DESIGNER, SELKIRK GLASS & CABINETS, A DIVISION OF PONDERAY DESIGN CENTER

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his question can be asked for many interior items that could be painted or stained. Window and door trim, baseboards, interior doors and, most importantly, the cabinetry.

Your kitchen cabinets are showpieces in your home. They are one of the first things people notice, so picking the right finish and color is important. It sets the tone for your whole house. So, what are the pros and cons of each?

always looking clean and bright.

Trendy paints right now are shades of grays and most recently blue. Bold blues are being used for entire kitchens or just highlighted as islands or bar areas. I’ve done both ways, and paired with white, they are really quite striking.

Paint

In general, painted cabinets bring a sleek, clean finish to any room. If you aren’t a fan of wood graining or texture and prefer a smooth, flawless finish, painted cabinets are the right choice for you.

The pros of using a painted cabinet is that it offers a sleek finish and allows you more color choices. You can go several ways, but more often than not, people choose shades of white. The classic all-white kitchen is timeless. You can change your linens and dishes any time you want to add pops of color, but the white stays your consistent neutral,

Cons of painted cabinetry are that they are usually 10- to 15-percent more expensive than stained cabinet options.

They are harder to touch up because manufactures spray the paint on to give even coverage. So, when you try to brush or dab on touch-up paint, it shows. If you’ve ever tried to touch up paint on a wall, you know how difficult it can be to blend

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Painted gives a sleek, clean finish the paint to get the same coverage, even sheen, and make it look like it was part of the original finish.

Stain The pros of stained cabinetry are that you get to see the beauty of wood, it’s much easier to touch-up and usually costs less than paint. Stains don’t cover up the wood graining and texture. Because stain is thinner than paint, it is absorbed into the surface of the wood, enhancing the grain.

When there’s a ding or worn area on the cabinetry, touch-up stains, crayons or markers can be used. Since each piece of wood accepts stain differently anyway, your cabinetry already has a multitude of dark and light areas, so even if the touch-up isn’t an exact match, most likely, you won’t notice it was even touched up.

A con of stains is that it can’t cover up or change the appearance of the wood. You can’t take a blemished or cheap piece of wood and use stain to cover that up. As with any natural product, it will accept stain differently, so no two pieces will be uniform in color. If you want cabinetry that is consistent in color, you should choose either a dark stain so it covers more of those areas evenly or you should choose a maple-wood species so it has less wood graining and is less busy.

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Your kitchen cabinets are showpieces in your home. They are one of the first things people notice, so picking the right finish and color is important.

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Busting Tick WAIT OR PREVENT?

Fiction

BY DR. DAWN MEHRA, NORTH IDAHO ANIMAL HOSPITAL

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yth: Ticks fall from trees and shrubs.

Truth: Ticks live on the ground. When an animal walks around, ticks crawl off the grass/bush/tree and onto you and your pets.

Fact: The best way to remove a tick is to apply rubbing alcohol on it, then grab it with a forceps or tweezers as close to the head as possible.

Use steady traction and slowly lift it out. You may also use your fingers with a tissue paper or gauze pad over the tick to protect you from the transmission of infectious agents.

Myth (partial): Ticks die in the fall/winter.

Truth: The cold weather just slows them down; they don't all die.

Ticks can still attach and transmit potentially life-threatening diseases including Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever and Lyme.

Myth: The medical treatment isn't effective when I find ticks on my pet.

Fact: No product is 100-percent effective, though most will guarantee 99-percent efficacy. For example, when Fluffy runs across a field or the woods, the medication will kill 99 out of 100 ticks; there will be some stragglers. In high-density tick areas, use multiple protection methods.

Myth: My dog/cat is an “inside” pet, so tick exposure is nothing to worry about.

Truth: Unless your pet goes potty in the house, there is always a potential for tick exposure.

Myth: I can always start using tick medication when I actually see a tick.

Myth: Because I never see ticks on my dog/cat proves that we don't have ticks in our local environment!

Truth: Most infestations go unnoticed because ticks are super small in all three of their life stages (nymph, larva and adult). The engorged ticks that we do see take about seven days to fill up and become visible.

Ticks are found throughout the entire United States—including the Northwest! They thrive in grass, fields and woods—just about any environment. Very important to note: Young, less-visible tick stages also transmit disease!

Fact: We all know the saying, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” By the time they’re detected, ticks have either caused local damage or disease transmission. Often, prevention costs less than treatment for tick-caused disease.

Myth: Ticks should be either burned off with a lit matchstick, or removed with nail polish.

Questions? Contact Dr. Dawn Mehra (North Idaho Animal Hospital, 320 South Ella Street in Sandpoint, Idaho) via email at ask@idahovet.com.

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Myth: Treating my yard is good enough; no need to use preventive tick medication.

Fact: A combination of yard and seasonal preventives will keep your dog or outside cat safer. Environmental control alone is not enough.

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CLARITY, FOCUS AND EASE IN A COMPLEX WORLD MAKE YOUR LIFE EASIER

BY DEBORAH OLIVE

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uckminster Fuller, credited with naming the “Knowledge Doubling Curve,” noted that until 1900, human knowledge doubled about every century.

By the mid-1900s, knowledge was doubling every 25 years. Today, knowledge doubles every 13 months, and the rate is accelerating.

Increased knowledge impacts change and the rate of change. And all of that change influences how we experience stress. In the U.S., 77 percent of adults report physical symptoms of stress on a regular basis. Fortyeight percent report that stress has a negative impact on their personal and professional life.

Many of the success strategies that worked until the turn of the 21st century are lagging behind. Information is a click away on a hand-held device, so your competition has access to the same material you do. Working longer hours doesn’t guarantee financial success, and it never guaranteed fulfillment.

These strategies play a role in success, just as relationships, technology, resources and systems do; nevertheless, our world is becoming more and more complex, and we need a new way of thinking about success.

It’s increasingly important to find ways to simplify. Have you ever thought, “I’m making this way more complicated than it needs to be?” If so, you’re not alone. Steve Jobs said, “Making things complicated is easy. Making them simple is hard. Really hard. But it’s worth the work because, if you can make things simple, you can move mountains.”

Today’s high-performing entrepreneurs and business owners say “no” to a thousand things so they can say “yes” to the vital few.

They identify and focus on three to five pillars, and they do these very well.

Look beneath that focus, and you discover the person who’s taken the time to clarify what’s important to them. Let’s look at three distinct ways to sharpen clarity.

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First, what’s your vision? Begin with your strengths and passion and define the products or services you’ll deliver, the clients and partners you’d like to work with and the results and income you’ll generate.

Second, where are you now? Many of my clients work so hard “on” their business they report little time to work “in” their business.

Yet, we need to take a step back to clearly see where we are, though almost no one answers this question without bias. Clarity requires conscious and consistent thought.

Third, what actions are best now? Which actions will make a difference not only today but tomorrow? You may find these questions helpful.

• What three pillars can I focus on to keep my business moving forward?

• What one thing can I do that will make everything else easier or unnecessary?

• What can I do to simplify and align my actions?

• What can I get excited or enthusiastic about today?

In 2018, leadership is more about clarity, focus and simplicity than uncovering some complex one-of-a-kind solution. By asking questions that sift and sort through the information, actions and people we meet every day, you’ll find patterns that deliver clarity. Clarity makes it easier to communicate your vision, attract people willing to support that vision, build connections and deliver action steps with impact.

With a clear vision, we discern what to say “yes” to and what to say “no” to. “Yes” is an important energy for success; nevertheless, “no” is the tool that hones your action steps so you recover both your time and energy.

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HOME EQUITY CONVERSION MORTGAGE AN UNDERUTILIZED RETIREMENT STRATEGY (BPT) - ACROSS THE NATION, thousands of seniors have used a Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM), commonly called a reverse mortgage loan, as a savvy way to access the equity in their homes as part of their retirement strategy.

credit or any combination.

4. Funding

Those who are interested in a reverse mortgage loan should know that there are six main phases to the process: 1) educating and qualifying, 2) counseling, 3) approval, 4) funding, 5) using and 6) settling.

After the closing papers are signed, the homeowner has three business days to change their mind and cancel the loan (except if the loan is being used to purchase a new home).

After the rescission period has passed, the funds are ready to be paid out through the payment option selected, subject to an initial disbursement limit that is determined by HUD.

1. Educating and Qualifying

5. Using Your Loan

The HECM process begins by contacting an FHA-approved lender who will review the borrower’s situation, educate them on the HECM program and determine if they would likely qualify for a reverse mortgage loan.

The loan servicer will generally disburse funds via direct deposit or mail on the first business day of the month, following the funding of the loan. The borrower can live in the home as long as they like without making monthly mortgage payments, as long as they continue to pay property taxes and insurance on the home, maintain it in good condition and comply with any other loan terms.

“Once the lender has determined that the borrower is eligible, they work closely with them to shape the loan so it fits their needs,” says Paul Fiore, chief sales officer for American Advisors Group, the leading reverse mortgage lender in the nation. “At AAG, this is a highly personalized process designed to give the borrower the best outcome for their financial situation.”

2. Counseling Once qualified, borrowers are referred to reverse mortgage counseling, an important consumer safeguard mandated by the government.

During counseling, a HUD-approved HECM counselor reviews the borrower’s needs and circumstances. They consider how the funds might best be distributed, the financial and tax implications and whether a HECM is right for them. If so, an application is submitted to the lender.

3. Approval Next, the property will be appraised, and after that the approval process will begin. Before closing on the loan, borrowers will choose between several loan disbursement options, from taking it all out in a lump sum, receiving fixed monthly payments, opening a line of

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LIFE & COMMUNITY

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ooking for a unique and fun way to celebrate Mother’s Day this year?

How about taking Mom to a Mother’s Day Concert in the Park? Presented by the North Idaho College Music Department, this free concert will take place at the City Park Bandshell on Sunday, May 13, from 2 to 4pm.

North Idaho College has hosted the Mother’s Day Concert in the Park for more than 25 years with entertainment provided by North Idaho College Wind Symphony and Chamber singers. According to communications and marketing director for North Idaho College, Stacy Hudson, the concert is one of the most popular offerings of the year through the North Idaho College Music Department. “Many families continue to attend the concert year after year, and it has become a great tradition for them and the mothers in their lives,” she said.

While some come specifically for the concert, many visiting the park are also drawn in by the music. Food and beverages are not sold at the park, but many families pack a picnic or bring food with them.

And if you are worried that rain will ruin your plans to attend the concert, it will be moved indoors at North Idaho College’s Boswell Hall Schuler Performing Arts Center in the case of inclement weather; however, Hudson advises that no food or beverages are allowed in the facility.

Whether you’ve been attending this special event for many years or looking for something new to do to treat your mom to a special day, be sure to head down to City Park and give mom the best gift of all—time spent together.

Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms!

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Camp Kaniksu Helping kids who grieve

BY KIM ROTH PHOTOS COURTESY OF KAYLEE KRON, BEREAVEMENT COORDINATOR AT HOSPICE OF NORTH IDAHO

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t’s an experience that we all must eventually go through, but when it comes to children, the process of grief can be especially confusing and overwhelming. We all likely remember our first experience with the death of a loved one. For some, it was when we were young, and for others it did not happen until we were older. But no matter what, it likely changed us forever.

Fortunately for kids and teens in our area who have lost a loved one, Hospice of North Idaho has shown compassion and understanding through their grief camp for kids and teens.

Camp Kaniksu first began in 2012 and offers children a warm and compassionate place where children can be with others who are experiencing a similar journey. There is no cost to attend the camp, which is open to all children ages 6 to 16 who struggle with grief.

“This is not a typical summer camp,” explained Denna Grangaard, director of communication for Hospice of North Idaho. While the kids do engage in activities such as riding a zip line, climbing a rock wall and paddling the canoes on beautiful Lake Coeur d’Alene, these are

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activities that are designed to assist the children through the bereavement process.

Other activities are also incorporated as a way to honor their loved one and release strong feelings of grief so they can continue their journey of healing. For instance, campers may go on a hike culminating in a symbolic rock throwing, which encourages them to release their strong emotions of grief. In another activity, children can decorate a paper lantern with their lovedone’s name on it and then release it onto the water. These are just a few of the ways for the children to honor both their loved ones and their own feelings of grief.

“Guided by Hospice of North Idaho’s bereavement counselors, children begin processing their loss by learning that they are not alone in their grief and that having fun is a part of healing,” says Kaylee Kron, bereavement coordinator at Hospice of North Idaho. “It feels really good to be a part of it! And it’s so nice to be able to tell people the camp is free. It’s like a weight is lifted.”

Camp Kaniksu offers an opportunity to share

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By being with others their age who are traveling the same journey, they come to the realization that their feelings are normal and may even make new friends with whom they stay in contact and can reach out to after the days at camp are over.

the emotions that come with grief. Staff and volunteers encourage, but never press, campers to share their grief experiences. And by hearing others share their feelings, children come to realize that expressing these strong emotions is both normal and good.

support them. By being with others their age who are traveling the same journey, they come to the realization that their feelings are normal and may even make new friends with whom they stay in contact and can reach out to after the days at camp are over.

“This is a camp for children and teens who have lost someone vital in their life; someone who helped them define who they are in the world.

These children have lost a parent, grandparent or even a sibling. It’s devastating,” said Grangaard. “These kids are showing their bravery and their hope. It’s empowering to see these kids choose to face their grief and choose to live amidst grief. We give them reprieve at camp and show that their hope is not foolish. As adults, we can learn strength from these kids.”

The free camp would not be possible without the generous members of the community who make Camp Kaniksu possible, including the local Rotary and Kiwanis Clubs, whose donations help cover the $500 of expenses for each camper. In addition, there is the staff of Camp Lutherhaven who are accommodating and work closely with the staff and volunteers of Hospice of North Idaho to make the camp a meaningful and memorable experience for all.

The reality is that some children may feel they are unable to have these conversations with their families because they, too, are grieving. That’s where other grievers their age and camp counselors come in. “Camp opens a door for these kids. They learn that they can talk and that their feelings will be accepted,” explains Kron.

One of the great benefits of Camp Kaniksu is that kids who have suffered a loss through death can realize that they are not alone. Many times their everyday friends have never experienced a loss and don’t know how to

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Knowing how to really help a person who has lost a loved one is difficult, even daunting. And when the person in grief is a child, the recovery process seems particularly fragile. Hospice of North Idaho is ready and able to help.

This year’s Camp Kaniksu will be held July 13 through 15 at Camp Lutherhaven on Lake Coeur d’Alene. Registration through Hospice of North Idaho is currently open. Register your child, find a grief support group or donate to support others in grief by going to HospiceOfNorthIdaho.org.

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A Passion for Quality;

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ast year, Coeur d’Alene became home to Strada Artisan Coffee, a cafe offering house-roasted coffee and espresso, handcrafted pastries and house specialties, as well as beer, wine and cider.

The space, which offers a modern atmosphere with large glass garage-style doors, is ideal for letting in the warm spring air while you sip your morning cup of coffee or enjoy one of their delicious house-made breakfast or lunch offerings. The patio offers additional outdoor seating, and with the warmer weather finally here, you’ll want to grab a seat in the sun while you savor in Strada’s culinary delights.

Owner and lifelong resident of Coeur d’Alene Scott Gittel, along with his daughter and son-in-law and co-owners/managers Tyler and Hagan Robb, contribute their love of the community and knowledge of the coffee industry as being the key to Strada’s early success.

“Having come from a five-year background as a barista, and continually placing (third place and higher) in latte art competitions in the Spokane/ Coeur d’Alene area, Hagan has a passion to serve the very best,” says Scott.

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“He is consistently in training and research, learning more about coffee every day while keeping up with the current trends.”

As Hagan adds, “We are passionate to teach our community about the traditions of coffee, such as drinks like the Cortado and Cappuccino. In addition, we love creating unique signature syrups and drinks like our new Cardamom Basil Latte.” From their fresh drip to the cappuccino and espresso, you can taste their passion for coffee in each cup they pour.

They make their own signature syrups, pastries and food in house, from scratch, serving fresh and unique options to their customers. The menu includes scones, muffins, quiche, breakfast sandwiches and breakfast burritos, as well as rotating items. Gluten-free and Paleo offerings are available as well. And the best part? Everything is made fresh daily in house.

They want what they serve their customers to be a reflection of who they are. “[We have] a heart for people and passion to create a community within our area. We love seeing people come to enjoy a latte, our handcrafted pastries

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and spending quality time together,” says Scott. “We are constantly working to create an environment where people come together in community.

When we see people enjoying the company of friends and family, and being offered an amazing experience to do so, we know that our mission has been accomplished!”

Strada believes it is important to give back to the community that has been so generous in supporting them. They donate to Second Street Commons, local schools and North Idaho College events throughout the year. In addition, both Hagan and Tyler give their time by leading worship at Anthem Church.

7am to 6pm and Sunday 9am to 4pm. You can also order online at StradaCdA.com and pick up in the store or at the drive-through window.

The venue is also available to reserve for your next event! Whether it’s a birthday, rehearsal dinner, engagement party, baby or bridal shower, they can provide coffee, beer, wine and appetizers—even full dinner upon request!

To stay updated on specials, events, news and more, you can follow Strada on their Facebook and Instagram pages @stradacda.

When it comes to their success, Scott, Hagan and Tyler credit the community. “Our customers, employees and friends and family have supported us in different ways and are constantly encouraging us and pushing us forward.”

Stop in at Strada Artisan Coffee today to experience this wonderful place that this family has created for the Coeur d’Alene community to gather.

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“We are constantly working to create an environment where people come together in community. When we see people enjoying the company of friends and family, and being offered an amazing experience to do so, we know that our mission has been accomplished!”

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ince he was a young boy growing up in Sandpoint, music has been a big part of Devon Wade’s life. Now, at the age of 41, his passion for music is taking him to places he never imagined.

Devon’s dad was a drummer in a band, so it was natural that was the first instrument Devon played. But he longed to play guitar, so he saved his money, and at the age of 14, purchased his first guitar. “My dad wasn’t too happy, but it was my money so there was not much he could say,” says Devon. It was the beginning of what he hopes will become a full-time career. He taught himself how to play, watching videos and asking questions to friends who played the instrument.

“While other kids were out having fun and chasing girls, I was inside learning to play guitar,” he says. Ironically, Devon didn’t start out listening to the country music he is associated with today. “Growing up, I never liked country music. My dad would play country music in the car, and I would always ask him to turn it off. I was more of a Guns ‘n Roses kind of guy.”

crowd, the songs and still remember the way I felt after that concert. I said to myself, ‘That’s what I want to do,’” recalls Devon.

But when artists such as Clint Black, Garth Brooks and Chris LeDoux came on the scene, Devon said he started to gravitate toward country. He recalls when his sister took him to a country concert that still inspires him today.

Having been in the music industry, Devon’s father tried to steer his son away from it. But when his dad heard his son singing and playing, his talent could not be ignored. “I came home one day from work when I was about 19 years old, and there was a whole sound system set up in the living room,” says Devon.

“My most memorable concert experience was seeing Chris LeDoux live. I can still hear the

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He shares that he especially admired Clint Black, who Devon says wrote all of his own music.

Devon would listen to him and try to match his style to Black’s.

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Originally from Sandpoint, Devon has lived in California, Spokane and Port Angeles, Washington. While in California, he joined a band that played at small venues. He returned to Sandpoint in 2009 and started playing locally on a small scale, such as the Farmers Market. It was also that year when Devon attended the Clint Black concert at the Festival at Sandpoint. “I sang every word to every song,” remembers Devon.

Four years later, he took that same stage as the opening act for Roseanne Cash.

“I had played at a private party and some of the people there were on the Festival board,” says Devon. “They helped get me the opening act.”

When asked to describe the music he plays,

Devon said he once referred to it as ‘muscle country.’ “It gets people dancing and is strong in the music itself and to the heart.”

Devon’s music is touching many lives, and not just in North Idaho. He played at the Knitting Factory in Spokane, opening for Jerrod Niemann.

“Sammy Eubanks had heard of me and was doing a concert at the Knitting Factory,” explains Devon, who attended Eubanks’ concert and was then introduced to the manager of the Knitting Factory who asked him to open for Niemann.

Another opportunity that took Devon by surprise came when he was contacted by the Knitting Factory to see if he would be interested in opening for country music star Kip Moore.

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Devon told them he was and then waited to hear for confirmation that Moore wanted him as the opening act. “When they finally called back less than a week before the concert, they told me Kip Moore wanted me to open in Spokane but only if I agreed to open for him in Seattle as well,” says Devon.

While playing at the Knitting Factory, Devon has had stars such as Thomas Rhett and Randy Houser in the audience. In fact, when exiting, Randy Houser glanced over at Devon and gave him the thumbs up; encouragement that Devon was grateful to receive.

Seeking to gain all the advice he could from professionals, Devon reached out to country

music artist Rodney Atkins by instant messaging him on Facebook. Much to Devon’s surprise, Atkins replied. “He said, ‘Never turn anything down.

Play every gig you can. Play anywhere you can.’” Devon took the advice to heart and to this day has yet to turn down a request to play. “One day I played three different shows, and in December I played a total of 21 gigs,” he says.

Devon has written more than 100 of his own songs and is releasing a new CD, titled Game Over, in May. The title song has to do with finding your one true love in life, explains Devon. He will be featuring many of those songs when he hits the road in May for a tour to San Antonio, Dallas and Louisiana.

Most of his live performances are solo, but at times he will have a band along with him. But that has proven to be challenging. “People are moving all the time, and it’s been hard [to keep consistent members],” says Devon.

Performing in front of crowds, seeing people having a good time, dancing and enjoying themselves, is the most rewarding part of sharing his musical talent with others. “Every musician will tell you that is the biggest high,” says Devon, who credits much of his success to MickDuff ’s Beer Hall and the former Coldwater Creek Wine Bar in Sandpoint, where he first began performing regularly.

For anyone wanting to pursue a career in music, Devon says it is important to never give up. And any criticism you may receive, do not take it personally.

He shared a story of when he was told by someone when he was younger that he would never make it. Recently, that same man told Devon, “You done good.”

Also, take every performance as an opportunity to grow. “There’s something

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good to take away from each performance,” says Devon.

He says the ultimate compliment is when people say, “I don’t like country music, but I love your music,” something Devon hears at least once a month.

Devon has a bright future ahead of him, and when asked what his ultimate dream is, he replied that he would like to eventually sell his songs. And one other thing … “I would love to open for Clint Black.” Stay tuned. I have a great feeling that this will happen sooner than later!

Devon Wade performs regularly on the first and third Fridays of each month at MickDuff ’s Beer Hall on Cedar Street in Downtown Sandpoint. Follow him on Facebook or Instagram for an update on performances in your area and to learn more about his new CD, Game Over, to be released mid-May.

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Haley shares that one of the most challenging times of her softball career also pushed her into becoming even a better player.

“In eighth grade, my hitting coach, Chris Stangel, had me switch from a right-handed hitter to a lefthanded hitter. I hit almost every day to try to get used to my new swing,” said Haley. “I struggled in the beginning, but I kept working hard at it. It helped me in the long run.”

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Softball has taught Haley to work as a team and the importance of communication.

“Playing travel ball softball, you really spend a lot of time with your team. If there is a problem, you have to say something,” she said. “I have learned how to talk about problems with not only my teammates but with my coaches. I play better when I am able to communicate well with my coach and teammates.”

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Senior Jayce Bailey is looking forward to the next chapter in his life. He has played varsity baseball for Coeur d’Alene High School for four years and was invited to the most prestigious event in high school baseball. And the best part is that his baseball days are not over. “I am committing to Boise State University to play baseball,” said Jayce.

This is quite an accomplishment for any high school athlete, but given the challenges Jayce has faced along the way, it is that much more admirable.

“My biggest challenge I’ve had in sports is also the biggest challenge I’ve had in my life. I was diagnosed with kidney disease in the middle of my sophomore year. It caused me to not gain weight, because I am unable to eat protein and lean meat,” said Jayce. “That was a huge challenge because I need to gain weight for baseball. But luckily, with the help of my family, coaches, and people my family knows, we have met with the right dietitians and have a diet that has helped me gain weight.”

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plans to study business and marketing. “I think social media is the next big thing in marketing,” he said.

Jayce said baseball has taught him a lot about life in general.

“One life lesson I’ve learned from being involved in sports and [from my] coaches, especially in baseball, is that baseball teaches you a lot about life. It’s a sport where you are going to fail a lot; you can do everything right and still get out. You can make the perfect pitch and it can still get hit.

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t’s early—only 3am on a Saturday morning in July. It’s still dark and chilly outside, but volunteers are already gathering on Honeysuckle Beach. It’s race day! In just a few hours, hundreds of athletes will join on the edge of Hayden Lake to participate in the Hayden Triathlon. They will come with goggles, bikes, running shoes and an eagerness to test their training of the last several months. But the work of organizing and preparing for the Hayden Triathlon began long before. Volunteers and members of the Hayden Tri Community Fund have been working for the past 12 months to make this day possible. In fact, the work of these volunteers has been in motion for eight years. What began as a lofty idea to raise a little money for a local school swim team has become a means of serving and benefiting the Hayden community in a big way.

Over the past seven years, the Hayden Tri has generated enough income to donate nearly $100,000 to local charities. The members of the Hayden Tri Community Fund, which organizes this event, are committed to donating all proceeds back into the community. Tony and Tona Koch are two of the founders of the Hayden Tri. It began eight years ago when they were approached by their son’s coaches to help raise money for the Coeur d’Alene High School swim team. The Kochs met with other swim team parents to brainstorm fundraising ideas, and it was suggested they could host a community triathlon to earn money for the team. The Kochs knew this idea was preposterous. The group of parents and coaches voted in favor of the idea, however, and Tony was put in charge. He left the

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meeting wondering what he and his wife had gotten into. “Knowing the team was broke pulled at my heart strings though,” admits Tony. “Our motivation was the kids,” adds Tona.

The Kochs went to work and quickly realized they were involved with a great group of supporters who were willing to volunteer countless hours to make this fundraiser triathlon happen. But even with this commitment, the first year was fraught with doubts. Obtaining city permits, getting sponsors, considering athlete safety and numberless other details were daunting. In addition, running a triathlon has upfront expenses that make hosting a race a risky venture. By April of the first year, only 50 athletes had registered. Despite these concerns, organizers felt motivated to press forward.

Their first triathlon was enough of a success to support the CHS swim team and encourage the Kochs and other volunteers to continue. The triathlon grew each year and organizers soon realized they had the potential to help more than just the swim team. To this point, triathlon organizers were all CHS swim team parents and coaches associated with the Viking Boosters and Educational Foundation. Wanting freedom to

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give to more than just school groups, organizers became a 501C3 in 2016 and formed the Hayden Tri Community Fund. This change enabled the Kochs and fellow organizers to give money to any charitable group who needed it and was willing to work a little for it.

Last year alone, the Hayden Tri Community Fund donated $17,000 to charitable organizations in Hayden, Coeur d’Alene, Post Falls and Rathdrum. Their list of benefactors includes athletic clubs, theatre groups, churches, literacy programs, a robotics team, Heritage Health, Backpacks for Kids, and more. By sending volunteers to help for a few hours on race day, these charitable groups can receive up to $1,000 for their organizations. The Kochs admit that the Hayden Tri Community Fund overpays its volunteer groups. But that’s the point. “Groups help and get paid so they can then benefit kids in the community through their programs,” explains Tona. Volunteers depend on donations from the event and eagerly come back each year. Race day brings a feeling of camaraderie amongst volunteers. “We may only see each other once a year at race time, but it’s hugs all around,” she says.

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A goal of the Hayden Tri organizers is to model community service. By giving groups the opportunity to get involved in a big community event, they hope to show the young people benefiting from these charities how to care for their community. Already, organizers are seeing a return on this investment. Some time ago, the Kochs received a letter from a former CHS student. He had been a State Champion on the CHS swim team and had gone on to swim at Stanford. Included with his letter was a check for $1,000. This alumnus has continued to donate annually with the explanation that he appreciates what the swim team did for him at that time in his life. Now he wants to pay it forward.

The Hayden Tri Community Fund is a recipient of this year’s Hayden Award, granted by the Hayden Chamber of Commerce. This award honors the Community Fund as being a local nonprofit organization that significantly contributes to the quality of life in Hayden. “We’ve all had a great life here,” Tony explains. “You have to pay that forward.”

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Every year I’m amazed by the checks written.

They believe in what we’re doing,” says Tony.

He and his fellow organizers see these generous donations as a stewardship and responsibility.

“They trust us,” he explains. “And they know we’re going to put a lot of thought into how we spend their money in the community.”

Organizers bank on a sell-out capacity of

athletes so that the race can be solvent and allow for 100 percent of sponsor money to be given away to local charities. It’s quite a challenge! “Our ability to give so much back to the community is because of our generous sponsors and the athletes that keep showing up,” explains Tony.

As a sprint-length triathlon, the Hayden Tri is a first for many athletes. Those not yet comfortable with the swim portion of the race may opt to join the Red Cap Wave. In this wave, novice triathletes are paired with an expert triathlete or master swimmer as a buddy to swim alongside. This effort is made to encourage a person who may not otherwise enter a triathlon. It’s to enable the novice athlete

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to accomplish something he or she never dreamed possible. There’s also no time limit at the Hayden Tri. “We want every athlete to have that successful end-of-race experience. We’ll be waiting at the finish line,” promises Tony.

The Hayden Tri is for novice, intermediate and professional athletes. They come to race in a beautiful venue, connect with people and give back to the community. With a ½-mile swim, 20-kilometer bike ride and 5-kilometer run, the Hayden Tri is obviously a rigorous athletic event. But hosting an athletic competition is not the purpose of the Hayden Tri Community Fund. “The triathlon is a fun and healthy activity, but it’s really just a vehicle,” explains Tony. The Hayden Tri exists to raise funds

Over the past seven years, the Hayden Tri has generated enough income to donate nearly $100,000 to local charities.... “Our ability to give so much back to the community is because of our generous sponsors and the athletes that keep showing up,� explains Tony.

to provide charitable organizations in our community with money.

July 14 is race day this year. Athletes, volunteers and supportive friends and family will eagerly gather on the course to participate and cheer.

This day is not only for the athletes but for our whole community. Athletes will cross the finish line having expended all to accomplish their goal. In that moment, feelings of fatigue and sacrifice will be overcome by those of success.

The same will be true for those who made this day possible. Race day of the Hayden Tri is a victory for our entire community.

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North Idaho College NIC STUDENT THE FIRST IN PRESTIGIOUS VETERANS PROGRAM

BY STACY HUDSON PHOTOS PROVIDED BY NIC

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hen Timea Taylor joined the Army in 2013, she had an advantage over many other new recruits … her husband Jeremy had just retired from the Army after serving for eight years.

Timea had taken some college credits in Georgia, and more in California, before she and Jeremy (both U.S. Army veterans) moved to Coeur d’Alene, where she enrolled full time at North Idaho College in the fall of 2017. In January of this year, Jeremy learned of a program offered through The Posse Foundation, a college access and leadership development program focused on supporting the success of students by providing them with training and services while covering tuition and fees at partner colleges and universities across the nation.

The most important support they receive is their membership in a posse—a cohort of 10 students that supports one another throughout their education—to help each other acclimate, study and hold each other accountable.

The Posse Foundation offers a special program for veterans, and Jeremy nominated Timea to be considered. Her nomination was definitely considered; in fact, The Posse Foundation called her three hours later!

“I didn’t even know what they were talking about,” Timea said. “I couldn’t believe it.”

She moved quickly, completing the application, essays and more in less than a week. She called her former communication instructor, Faith Valente, at North Idaho College for a letter of reference, and Valente had no doubt Timea would be successful.

“Not every student would have the wherewithal to actually follow through and get it done in that amount of time,” Valente said. “Something that is really unique about Timea is her drive.”

Valente was right. Timea’s determination paid off, and two weeks later, she was on a plane to New York with 16 other veterans selected from hundreds of nominations to interview for the Posse Veterans Program. After three and a half hours of interviewing, she returned home and the next day learned she was one of 10 veterans selected to participate in the Posse Veterans Program. Through the program, she will capitalize on tuition benefits through the Posse Foundation coupled with her GI Bill benefits to attend Wesleyan University, an Ivy League school that costs nearly $50,000 per year to attend, to pursue a degree in environmental science or anthropology at no cost to her.

Timea will move to Connecticut with Jeremy this summer, where she will go through pre-collegiate training sponsored by the Posse Veterans Program to help her prepare for the academic rigor of Wesleyan and set her up to be as successful as possible.

“I didn’t think I had a chance but am really excited to attend Wesleyan,” Timea said. “I’m ready.”

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Stop Chewing Up Your Pillows Channel your energy in a positive way

By Kenny Markwardt, CSCS, Owner, CrossFit Sandpoint IN A LOT OF WAYS, YOU AND I AREN’T ALL THAT DIFFERENT THAN DOGS.

“OK, great observation, Mr. Detective. ‘Don’t leave your dog inside all day.

We got it.’ Thanks for the column.”

Before you sit down to write me hate mail, let me tell you what I mean. If you’ve ever owned a dog, you know that if that dog doesn’t get exercise or “work,” it gets destructive and misbehaves. If you leave a dog inside all day without any activity and nowhere to run, undoubtedly that dog will find something to destroy, ingest or bury.

But wait, how much does that parallel your own existence?

When left idle, without a constructive problem to solve or without an activity to engage in, do you find destructive things to participate in? Have you ever found yourself creating problems or situations that either weren’t there or didn’t seem to hold any merit once you encountered an actual problem or burnt off some pent-up energy? If so, you are most definitely not alone. When we don’t have an outlet, we revert to our inner canine and go a little crazy.

And who can blame them? Dogs are remarkably intelligent and are generally quite physically capable. When those two things aren’t indulged appropriately, they’re going to find a way to do it inappropriately.

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Getting into a routine • Set a Schedule; it’s easy to not go to the gym when you never actually set aside time for it • Plan your workouts ahead of time • Take up a 30-day challenge • Find a workout partner

Sometimes just noticing the reason for your destructive behavior is enough to rein it in a little, back off the ledge and take yourself for a walk, a run or a workout. Most of the time, it’s about stopping it before it starts.

able to get up, play on your phone or dwell on other matters in your life. Now that the sun is starting to come out, going running, hiking, paddling or swimming are fantastic options that exist outside of a traditional gym.

This is best achieved by getting yourself on a regular routine of physical activity. This can be going to a gym, but it doesn’t have to be. It should, however, be something that expends enough energy to both tire your body and is difficult enough that it gives your brain a problem to solve.

The beautiful and often most important part of the whole process is that when you’re finished, you’re relaxed because both your brain and body have been exercised and know they’ve been put to good use.

As an owner of a CrossFit gym, I know firsthand how a physically demanding, intense workout can take your mind off of any other problems that are going on in life. When you have to suffer a little to finish, it’s almost impossible to worry about anything else but the task in front of you.

Now, your workout certainly doesn’t have to be CrossFit, but it should be enough that you aren’t

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So what’s the takeaway?

If you’re feeling stressed, irritable or cranky, go do something physical or find something productive to channel your energy into. Even better than waiting until you feel that way is to find something to do to stay ahead of it. Keep your relationships, your sanity and your pillows safe from your unused energy.

Barre Workouts Train Athletes Stronger IT’S THE PERFECT CROSS TRAINING FOR ALL ATHLETES

BY JENNIFER WIGLESWORTH, CERTIFIED FITNESS INSTRUCTOR AND OWNER OF BARREU arre workouts are becoming increasingly more popular, but not just for the average “Joe” or “Jill.”

Influenced by dance, barre workouts could possibly be the most effective way to cross train athletes. That’s right. Athletes use dance exercise as a way to enhance and perfect their overall performance.

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For years people have discussed how football players take dance lessons to cross train.

Although often scoffed at or hushed down, its effectiveness is proven, time over time.

Athletes’ continual performance and increased stamina are among the periphery of reasons why dance is a foundational training method.

From all arenas—be it golf, tennis, running, swimming, cycling or any other sport one fancies—dance training is completely effective.

Focusing on strengthening the core and overall body, as well as lengthening muscle fibers to gain flexibility, barre enhances any athlete’s game. Barre is a trifecta workout that gives those who practice it a strong, lean and more flexible body. One of the powers of barre training lies in the isometric contractions.

While most workouts focus on larger muscle groups, barre focuses on the smaller ones.

These small micro-muscles support the larger ones. With every repetition, barre challenges the muscles to atrophy, allowing fibers to change shape and support the larger muscle groups in a more supportive and powerful way.

One arena where barre could make a difference is golf. Golfers need to have a strong core in order to swing the club with control.

Most workouts focus on the abdominals (the front portion of the core, from rib cage to pelvic bone). However, in a barre workout, all

areas are addressed. From the rib cage to the pelvic bone, side oblique muscles and the back, gaining core strength is not an option.

Could you imagine the difference at Wimbledon if all the players began barre training? In tennis, endurance is necessary.

Competing through game after game recruits only those who can endure to finish the match victoriously. When practicing barre, one must sustain muscle strength through isometric training. One may be able to lift 100 pounds, but what about holding a one-minute plank?

Or play tennis for hours? Isometric training is how barre provides the stamina and endurance for athletes to not only start the game strong but also finish strong.

In the Olympics, there is gold and there is silver. Stretching is one thing, but having flexibility during a challenging competition could be the difference between who stands silver and who receives gold. And, we all know how athletes feel about standing silver.

Using deep breathing methods and listening to one’s body allows those who practice barre to achieve a change in their flexibility. Like anything else, it comes with practice, but some say growth in height can actually be achieved with continual barre practice. Whether that is true for everyone or not, flexibility is most definitely something to be achieved.

So, whether one is an athlete or a regular “Jack” or “Jill” practicing their favorite hobby, barre is effectively one of the best crosstraining practices. Find a barre studio and get ready to strengthen muscles and find a new sense of flexibility. And, with updated cross training, the next performance could possibly achieve gold.

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pring has sprung, and with it a host of irritants in the air as a result! One in six Americans suffer from allergies, and the incidence of allergy-driven asthma has doubled since 1980. It is estimated that 35 million Americans suffer from environmental allergies.

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An allergic reaction occurs when a substance, otherwise harmless, when coming in contact with the mucus membranes, stimulate an improper, over-reactive response. These substances can be environmental (such as pollens, weeds, flowers, dust or mold), chemical based (such as plastics, formaldehydes, metals, perfumes, room deodorizers) or ingested substances (including foods, vitamins, medications, drinks), etc.

Symptoms can range from runny nose, itchy, watery eyes, hives and other rashes, mood changes (especially anger, irritability and depression), asthma, sleeplessness and various pains. Many health problems Americans face are undiagnosed allergic reactions.

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BY HOLLY A. CARLING, O.M.D., L.AC., PH.D.

Symptomatic treatment is not hard to find. Many are content with over-the-counter medications, while many prefer to not medicate allergies. They are aware that there are many remedies that don’t involve drugs. According to Mary Hardy, MD, director of Integrative Medicine at Cedars Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, "Using naturebased products can be a very useful way to handle mild allergies and a useful adjunct for more significant allergies, and there are many types of treatments you can safely try." She goes on to mention some well-researched herbs that have shown to be helpful. She also recommends saline washes. "The saline works to wash out pollen and reduce or thin mucous, [and] goldenseal has astringent and local antibacterial properties which can aid in this process.”

James Dillard, MD, clinical advisor to Columbia University's Rosenthal Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine and assistant clinical

"ACUPUNCTURE CAN BE PARTICULARLY USEFUL IF YOU ARE SUFFERING FROM MULTIPLE ALLERGIES, SINCE IT WORKS TO QUIET THE AREAS OF THE IMMUNE SYSTEM THAT ARE OVERSTIMULATED BY EXPOSURE TO MULTIPLE IRRITATING FACTORS."

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professor at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, has also found combinations of herbs and herbal substances to be helpful in treating allergies.

In addition to herbs, Dr. Dillard recommends acupuncture for treating allergies. He says, "Acupuncture can be particularly useful if you are suffering from multiple allergies, since it works to quiet the areas of the immune system that are overstimulated by exposure to multiple irritating factors."

According to an article in WebMD, “In addition to whatever natural treatments you try on your own, you may also find significant relief visiting a practitioner of the ancient Chinese medical practice known as acupuncture. Based on the idea that stimulating points outside the body can change or initiate reactions inside, in this case, treatment is thought to affect the immune system where allergic reactions begin.

“In a small but significant study of 26 hay-fever patients published in the American Journal of Chinese Medicine, acupuncture reduced symptoms in all 26—without side effects. A second study of some 72 people totally eliminated symptoms in more than half with just two treatments.” Typically, more than two treatments are required, but the success rate, especially with the addition of herbal medicine and dietary modifications, is impressive.

There are many options for those interested in resolving allergies naturally. This does not have to be an irritating time of year!

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#KINDNESS MATTERS Make a difference in someone’s life

BY MARC STEWART, HERITAGE HEALTH

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he College of Southern Idaho men’s basketball team and its entourage of cheerleaders and dance team were celebrating a big semifinal victory at the National Junior College Tournament in Hutchinson, Kansas, at a local restaurant.

A group of CSI students noticed an elderly gentleman eating alone, and they decided to ask him if he would like to join them at their table. He accepted.

The man had a wonderful evening and couldn’t stop talking about the experience. His daughter shared the impact of being kind had on her father on social media.

“What these students did not know is that my mother died a couple years ago, and my dad had just said his final goodbye to his dying sister. We never really know what is going on in people’s lives. Please thank these students, and I wish them well on their journeys,” she wrote.

The truth is that simple acts of kindness can have a big impact on senior citizens who are often lonely, isolated and depressed.

“Just having a conversation with them is a big deal,” said Heritage Health’s Dr. Michael Meza. “Spending time and getting to know them is a huge benefit for them and you.”

Isolation and being alone can impact a person’s physical and mental health. In fact, loneliness can kill you. Researchers have found people have a higher risk of dying when they lack social interactions and friends. Depression has also been linked to

Alzheimer’s disease.

It’s also important to remember senior citizens on holidays. For example, the Kootenai County Young Professionals recently delivered handmade valentines to about 160 seniors on Valentine’s Day. The valentines were delivered through the Meals on Wheels program and at the Lake City Senior Center.

“It was well worth it to see the smiles on their faces,” said James Perkinson, president of the Kootenai County Young Professionals. “The seniors were surprised and very excited. They weren’t expecting it.

It was a two-way street. Their smiles made us feel a lot better, and it was a good feeling.”

So how can you help?

Visit a skilled nursing home or assisted living facility.

Talk to staff about what you want to do. Playing cards or board game can be a lot of fun.

Sitting down with someone and just asking them about their life and how their day is going is huge.

“Senior citizens don’t have the same social contacts when they enter one of these facilities,” said Meza.

“The more conversations you have with the elderly, the less likely they’ll feel isolated and depressed.

They’re part of the ‘Greatest Generation’ and they have amazing life stories and history to share.”

Heritage Health vice president of community relations, Pam Houser, suggests giving a card or flowers to a senior citizen for no reason at all, or on a holiday like May Day. It matters.

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A Life Left Behind Rachel Jeffs and her five children escape a polygamous lifestyle and her father, Warren Jeffs

BY PATTY HUTCHENS PHOTO COURTESY OF RACHEL JEFFS

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f you are a parent, you know you would do anything for your child.

But imagine being told your entire life what you must eat, how you must dress—right down to which arm you put through your sleeve first—whom you will marry and what you name your children. Then, envision being separated from your children and living in isolation for months at a time. That is exactly what Rachel Jeffs endured until she and her five children were finally able to escape the Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (FLDS) led by Rachel’s father, Warren Jeffs, the self-proclaimed Prophet who received worldwide notoriety as the leader of the polygamous cult. Warren Jeffs is now serving a life sentence for the abuse he inflicted on children, marrying girls as young as 12 years old. Rachel’s life is documented in her recently released book, “Breaking Free.”

Rachel is the third of Warren Jeffs’ 53 children and is said to have been his favorite. “He kept me with him the most,” said Rachel, adding that it was for all the wrong reasons. He began to sexually abuse his daughter when she was 8 years old. The abuse stopped when Rachel was 16 after she wrote her father a letter confronting him of his transgressions.

She knew the man she still refers to as “Father” was not a good man.

After all, who could preach about not letting boys touch you until you are married and then turn around and do such horrible things to his own daughter? But the No. 1 rule of the FLDS church was never to question the Prophet. Although Rachel knew he was not the Prophet he claimed to be, she loved her family and did not know how she would ever make a life for herself in the outside world. So, she stayed. “I just made the best of it,” said Rachel, who was taught that those on the “outside” were evil.

One of the rules of the cult was that no one could seek medical help without Warren Jeffs’ permission. It is that kind of control that took the life of Rachel’s mother at the young age of 39 from breast cancer. Two years passed from the time she found her first lump to when Warren Jeffs allowed her to go to the doctor, but by then it was too late. “I blame Father for making my mother’s life so miserable at the end,” Rachel said. At that time, her mother’s younger children were taken away from her when she needed them most. It was an abandonment and isolation that Rachel would experience when she, too, was taken away from her children for perceived transgressions.

Rachel married her husband Rich when she was just 18. It was a marriage arranged by her father, and Rachel first met Rich the day before her wedding. Warren Jeffs told Rachel and her sister, Becky, on a Sunday that

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they would be married “soon,” and within a week, their wedding dresses were made, and the sisters were both married women; Rachel to Rich and Becky to his brother. Rachel was Rich’s third wife in the polygamous marriage, and although she did not know him when they first married, she says she grew to love him. “I loved him as much as I could in that situation,” said Rachel, now 34 years old, who last saw Rich in February of 2013.

Rachel confided in both her mother and Rich about the abuse. Her mother confronted Warren Jeffs about it, but she never mentioned the abuse to Rachel again. Rich also talked to Warren Jeffs about it, and after summoning both Rachel and Rich to meet with him, Warren said he was “educating” Rachel about men and that the topic was never to be brought up again. And that is when the isolation truly began, keeping Rachel from other members of her family for sometimes years at a time. But even after Warren Jeffs’ arrest in August of 2006, the control he had over the cult members did not stop. He continued to rule the cult from behind bars, using his brothers to issue his commands. And by all accounts, he continues to do so today.

Over the years, Rachel gave birth to five children. At one time, Rachel was sent to live in isolation for seven months while still nursing her youngest child. When she was reunited with them, her youngest child did not remember her. It was heartbreaking.

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FEATURE STORY The isolation was not only from her children but from other members of the cult, including her family. “We had cell phones, but we could not get on the Internet,” Rachel said. “We could only call the Bishop, and our phone numbers were always changed.”

While in isolation, Rachel made a lot of her kids’ scrapbooks and recorded songs. “I sat in the sun a lot because it made me feel good,” she said. “I kept telling myself I had to stay strong for my kids. You can either be strong or break.

And it’s so much easier to be strong when you’re doing it for someone else. It’s easy to give up on yourself.” It was also during the seven-month long separation from her children that Rachel made the decision she had to escape. But the timing had to be right.

Then it came. A phone call in late 2015 from her Uncle Lyle telling her that because she had disobeyed the church by engaging in simple fun, which was considered a sin, she and her children would be moved to her uncle’s home where they could watch over her and the children. They wanted to pick her up that night, but Rachel was able to buy some time and convinced Uncle Lyle to wait until the next day. And then she made the phone call that would change her life. She called her sisters Angela and Becky, who had already left the church, to come and pick up her five children, ranging in age from 4 to 12 years old at the time. Rachel was almost always being watched by members of the cult, and her sisters saw that a familiar car was following them as they made their way to pick up Rachel’s kids. Angela and Becky drove around until the car was no longer trailing them. When they were sure it was safe, they quickly drove up to the gate where Rachel and her children were waiting. Rachel waved good-bye to her five children, telling them they were going to a sleepover with their cousins.

The next day, Rachel packed up the lives of her and her five children while members of the church constantly pounded on her locked

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me that my story has given them the courage to leave an abusive situation.”

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TODAY, SHE AND BRANDON LIVE IN A HOME IN AN AREA WHERE THE KIDS CAN BE FREE TO LIVE THEIR LIVES; IT IS SOMETHING SHE WOULD DREAM ABOUT WHILE IN ISOLATION. doors and called her cell phone. She did not respond. She left in the dark as her children had the night before. “If I was caught, I would have to deal with all the mental torture of the [cult] members. I knew the police would support me and that I could call 911 if I needed to, but I did not want to face anyone.”

Rachel, too, struggled for a while wondering how she would manage. “The hardest thing was figuring out how to support my family and realizing my children’s dad did not seem to care,” she said. Rachel had left school after the eighth grade and began to teach third grade in the school where her father served as principal.

Her maternal grandparents assisted Rachel and the children after their escape. They were in the cult for two years but left, leaving their two daughters, Rachel and Becky’s mothers, behind. They were two of Warren Jeffs’ more than 70 wives.

Rachel said her biggest shock following her escape was to see that the outside world was not how it was portrayed to her during her entire life. “I was surprised to see how good and kind people were and how they made me feel good about leaving,” she said of the support she received.

Rachel said her children have adjusted well to their new life. Initially, it was difficult to realize they would never see their dad or many other members of their family again, but today they enjoy the time they spend with their cousins— Rachel’s sister Becky, her husband (Rich’s brother who left the cult) and their children, who live nearby.

“It’s considered a bad weekend if we don’t spend time with them,” Rachel said of the bond they all share. It was also an adjustment for her children to go to a school that was not run by the cult and wear clothes that were different from what they were used to. “Now they just want to live their lives.”

Of her sister wives, Rachel said there was always jealousy. But the women were told to always be sweet. To ensure harmony for her children, Rachel did her best to get along with everyone, fearing if she didn’t she would be taken away from her children.

Rachel said during her times of isolation that she relied on God and continues to do so to this day. “To survive, I had to rely on God. He has helped me so much just trying to survive,” she said. She reads the Bible to her children but does not attend church.

She and her children lived with her grandparents for a while and were able to receive assistance for food. Rachel also taught violin to help earn money. But it was difficult.

Rachel said that publishing “Breaking Free” was nothing short of a miracle. Her story has been shared on Dateline and Megyn Kelly of NBC, inspiring people across the globe. “People share with me that my story has given them the courage to leave an abusive situation,” she said.

When asked why more people don’t leave, Rachel responded, “Everyone’s been told to not talk to people on the outside. They are told the outside world is lying about the Prophet [Warren Jeffs]. It’s a lifetime of brainwashing.

Everyone in the cult was born into it. There are no converts. One of the most damaging things is to believe that someone like the Prophet can do no wrong. No one is perfect.”

Today, Rachel lives in North Idaho with her husband, Brandon. Together they have nine children and one on the way, due in July. Brandon left the FLDS in Canada in 2012 but never lived a polygamous life, yet he understands what Rachel went through because he witnessed it in his own life. His exwife remains in the church and together they share custody of four children.

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Rachel communicates with five of her siblings who have also left the FLDS and still has contact with a younger sibling who remains in the cult. But for fear of retribution against that sibling, Rachel does not divulge the name or gender.

As for Warren Jeffs, he has tried to reach out to Rachel both before and after her escape. His home is now prison, a place Rachel hopes he remains for the rest of his life. If he ever gets released, Rachel said she will confront him in a legal setting for what he did to her. As to why his edicts have grown more bizarre over time, Rachel can only speculate. “He could be taking out his pain of being in prison on everyone else,” she said. “But his solitary confinement is much better than when I was in isolation.

He can receive calls, write letters and receive visitors.”

Rachel’s biggest fear was that she would never see her children again. Today, she is grateful that she never has to worry about that. “On my worst day out [of the cult], I would never want to go back,” said Rachel, who continues to have nightmares of her life back then.

When asked if she could say anything to people who remain in the cult, she said, “No man is perfect, and if you really listen to your heart, it would tell you that something is wrong.” She said Warren Jeffs is a hypocrite and a liar, and it was easy to see that what he was doing to her

AND THEN SHE MADE THE PHONE CALL THAT WOULD CHANGE HER LIFE. SHE CALLED HER SISTERS ANGELA AND BECKY, WHO HAD ALREADY LEFT THE CHURCH, TO COME AND PICK UP HER FIVE CHILDREN, RANGING IN AGE FROM 4 TO 12 YEARS OLD AT THE TIME. was wrong, and when he blamed her, it was heart wrenching. “At the same time, I was glad when he admitted to me that he was wrong,” she said.

Rachel said her biggest realization in the outside world is just how much it takes to support a family. “When I first left, I wondered if I would ever be able to even buy a house,” she said. Today, she and Brandon live in a home in an area where the kids can be free to live their lives; it is something she would dream about while in isolation.

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“I wanted to live on a farm where I could take care of my kids,” said Rachel, who more than anything just wanted to be a mom and make sure her kids were happy. “I wanted them to have a good education and not worry about being told they were bad.”

She tells her children that their father loved them and just had too many kids—a total of 22 when Rachel and the children escaped—to get close to them.

Rachel is busy being what she always wanted to be—a mom. She loves to write and has always enjoyed photography. But with another baby due in July, some of those hobbies may just have to wait. And that is more than OK with her.

“My priority is my kids. I want them to live a happy and healthy life,” said Rachel. “I want to be there for them, make them meals and help with their homework.”

In the end, there is one message above all that Rachel hopes she can send to people: “No matter what you’ve gone through, you can be strong and be anything you want.”

Check your local bookstores for “Breaking Free” by Rachel Jeffs. It is also available on Amazon.com and HarperCollins.com.

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Workplace

Success in the

By Patty Hutchens

WHEN IT COMES TO THE WORKPLACE, we all desire to stand out among our colleagues and make a lasting impression on our superiors, but what else can we do to set ourselves apart? In this article, you will find advice for how you can take yourself to the next level by not just effectively getting your work done but by establishing positive habits that not only benefit you but those whom you work with. And the best part? You'll find that your job can be more rewarding than just a paycheck.

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Success TIPS FOR

What can you do to set yourself apart?

BY PATTY HUTCHENS

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t’s the time employees either dread or look forward to—the annual review. Many go through their day-to-day tasks without giving much thought to what can really make them stand out in their boss’s mind when it comes time to look back and discuss the successes and challenges of the previous year. But what if you made a conscious effort throughout the year to truly stand out among your colleagues? I’m not saying one has to create a competitive atmosphere in the workplace but instead go above and beyond the expectations of those who sign the paychecks.

There are many ways to differentiate oneself, and they can also go a long way to helping you enjoy your job even more!

First, start out by doing a review of your job description. If you do not have one, take the initiative and ask your supervisor for one. It helps to define the expectations and role you play in the business. Not only that, it is a good point of reference when it comes time for your review. Beyond performing your job duties in an exceptional manner, there are other ways to help you stand out. Here are just a few: Attitude – The way you approach even the most difficult tasks can go a long way to success in the workplace. When faced with a challenge, what is your reaction? Do you meet it with dread or do you see it as something you can learn from? When it comes to those you work with, are you one to greet your co-workers and clients or customers with a smile? Words of encouragement to others can help boost the morale in the workplace climate and can also be contagious!

Set Goals – Every month or quarter, set some specific goals for you to accomplish in your job. Don’t just commit them to memory; write them down and share them with your supervisor or a co-worker. Also, outline what needs to be done to achieve each specific goal. Review the list on a regular basis to make sure you are on track. By taking this initiative, it demonstrates to those around you that you are committed to achieving not only individual success but success for the business as a whole.

Be a Problem Solver – Many occupations require both independence and collaboration. When faced with a specific problem, do you immediately go to your supervisor or manager? Instead, do your best to think it through before seeking out help. Looming deadlines can sometimes cause urgency, but if you have time and can propose some solutions, it will help everyone in the long run.

Know Your Strengths and Weaknesses – Being placed in a role that is as foreign to you as a second language can be intimidating and can set you up for failure. On the other hand, doing something in which you have full confidence in your ability can lead to great success. Be realistic and honest with your boss immediately from the interview process forward, but don’t dwell on your weaknesses. Emphasize your talents and strengths and provide examples of how those will be an asset to the business.

Build Relationships – The foundation of any successful relationship is treating others with respect. Whether it is your boss, colleagues, those

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you may supervise or your clients, it is an essential trait to be successful in both your professional and personal life. Remember that relationships are not built overnight; many take time to grow.

By being consistent and positive, you will find success naturally follows.

Be Reliable – An employee who is reliable and can meet deadlines and carry their own weight is highly valued by employers. To prove your reliability, do not over promise things that cannot be achieved by a deadline or that you are not capable of doing. Maintain an open line of communication with your colleagues, and when you do fall short, be accountable and do what you can to make amends.

Go Beyond the Minimum – This should go without saying, but many people simply just view the scope of their job too narrowly.

Instead, realize the potential growth your position has and do your best to know your job inside and out. Not only will you improve your abilities, but you will also be able to be more creative and expand on the position.

Be a Team Player – It is almost the end of your work day, and you find you may have time to breathe a little bit having accomplished all the tasks set before you. But you see a co-worker who is struggling with a heavy workload, and you have not only the time to help but also the ability and knowledge. Reaching out to others to help out not only helps to build relationships but promotes a team atmosphere.

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Strong Communication Skills – Being able to communicate both verbally and through the written word is an essential component when it comes to getting along with others and persuading others to listen to your ideas. Technology has brought us into a world of continuous communication, and being able to communicate effectively is vital. Experts advise that when communicating, we often assume others are in the same mindset as we are. Obviously, this is rarely the case. This is where active listening skills can be of extreme importance. Listen without interruption and, instead of instantly starting to form or articulate a response, take time to formulate a response before replying. While it may take time and practice, the ability to actively listen to others in the workplace will pay off in the long run.

Maintain an Open Mind – By showing flexibility and that you have an open mind, others will find you more approachable and trustworthy. They will be more willing to share their point of view and seek feedback from you.

While everyone’s job differs, and personalities do as well, these points are good reminders of what it takes to not only be successful in the workplace but what you can do to achieve even greater job satisfaction.

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Technology Changes the Tide

HOW ELECTRONICS HAVE CHANGED THE WAY WE DO BUSINESS

By Patty Hutchens

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hink back to 20-plus years ago. We punched time clocks, worked 8am to 5pm, and wrote letters and made phone calls to communicate. Not only that, but telecommuting was not even in our vocabulary. But as technology has advanced, so has the way in which society functions when it comes to conducting business.

With nearly everyone carrying a cell phone with them at all times, we no longer have to continuously try to call someone only to be met with an annoying busy signal—something that is foreign to the younger generation—or to be told someone is not available. Instead, we can reach out to that person directly either by phone or text and leave our message before going onto our next task.

With the introduction of “you’ve got mail,” the way we communicate with others was forever changed. Email has become the primary way of communicating when it comes to business. And why not? It’s instantaneous, easy and efficient.

It also creates a record of when something was sent and to whom. Through services such as MailChimp, you can communicate with a vast amount of people at once, something that in the past would have driven an office assistant crazy with stacks of envelopes and racing to make sure items get to the post office on time.

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But if you are like me, when it comes to communication in our personal lives, nothing can replace a handwritten note that one can find stuck away in a book years later and bring a smile to their face or a tear to their eyes. I guess that’s for another story though.

Scheduling meetings has become increasingly easier with the introduction of video conferencing and conference calls. The cost savings is probably the most significant when it comes to this aspect of technology. Instead of getting in our cars or even traveling by plane to an important meeting, people from around the world can simply log onto their computers and have a face-to-face meeting instantaneously. (However, if you are telecommuting, you may want to change out of those pajamas before doing so!).

Another aspect of conferencing online is that you are even able to share your screen with others, so it is as if they are right in the room looking over your shoulder.

Speaking of sharing screens, Google Docs has revolutionized the way people do business.

Whether it is a spreadsheet or word document,

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Whether it is a spreadsheet or word document, being able to share information with others and make revisions is a huge timesaver for those who are collaborating on a business project.

With all of these advances in technology, the world of telecommuting has exploded and is seen as the way of the future for many companies. The advantages are many.

Increase in Productivity – OK, it may not be for the easily distracted, but telecommuting in general has shown a significant increase in productivity. After all, no longer is commuting to and from work taking up a portion of our mornings and afternoons; instead, one who works from home is able to begin their workday earlier and maybe have the added benefit of “clocking out” earlier as well. Also, while

working from home one does not encounter the distractions of co-workers, water cooler time and longer lunches.

by Staples Advantage, 80 percent of those who were telecommuters reported being satisfied with their work-life balance.

Health Benefits – More time at home without the stress of a commute allows more time to take care of ourselves. One finds more time to be active, prepare healthy meals and is overall less stressed. Not only does this lead to better health but also higher morale as well.

Decrease in Overhead – By allowing employees to work from home, businesses are experiencing a huge savings when it comes to overhead costs. American Express recently reported they save between $10 and $15 million annually after implementing telecommuting for some of its employees.

The health benefits of telecommuting extend beyond the individual employee—it also has less impact on the environment. Think of how much less fuel is being used when one commutes across the hall to his or her home office instead of driving 20 miles roundtrip each day. Now who can argue with that?

Employee Satisfaction – Employers can spend thousands of dollars with the hire of a new employee. The time it takes to train individuals also leads to less productive time only to have an employee leave. By implementing telecommuting, businesses are seeing less of a turnover and higher employee satisfaction.

And even better, they are also experiencing an increase in productivity. In a study conducted

According to Forbes magazine, a quarter of all employed Americans are now working from home. Thanks to the advancements in technology, we can say goodbye to the traditional workplace and discover healthier and happier workers. From seniors who are seeking a more flexible schedule instead of retirement to mothers and fathers of children who want a better work-family balance, it is the new way of conducting business.

Whether you are an employee who would like to have your employer consider the idea or an employer who may want to offer this option to your employees, here are some important factors to consider:

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- Will there be frequent contact between the manager and the employee? You may want to institute progress reports and check-ins on either a daily or weekly basis.

- Both sides should have a clear understanding of the terms of the agreement. For instance, the employee will still have appropriate childcare when working from home, so they devote all their time to their job.

- If uncertain, the employer should institute a trial period for a set period of time with an option to renew it and include a clause where either party may end the agreement at any time.

- Outline number of hours per week that an employee will telecommute as opposed to being in the office, who shall supply the equipment and supplies, and also address safety issues and who is responsible for injuries sustained.

Yes, technology may drive us crazy at times, but in the end it is providing us with more efficiency in the workplace and happier employees!

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D’ont Get Lost in the Pile of Paper!

Tips to make your resume stand out!

By Patty Hutchens

THE REALITY IS THAT FOR SOME EMPLOYERS, sorting through resumes can mean some never get read. It’s unfortunate for those who put a lot of time in creating the “perfect” resume, but when a large volume of applications are submitted for a certain position, not all of them can be given an in-depth read. So just what can you do to make your resume stand out among the rest? Here are a few tips to help you get started.

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Making a good first impression is important.

Your resume should have a brief summary at the top of the page outlining your career, skills and accomplishments. Do not bury them in the text of summaries of previous positions; make it simple for those reviewing your resume to see the information and learn right away why you may be just the candidate they are looking for!

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With the increase of online applications and screening software to sort through resumes, making sure you have the right keywords in your resume is vital. Review the job description and take words from that when highlighting your experience. For instance, if the job posting lists “administrative assistant” do not put “receptionist” on your resume.

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We are all attracted to color. While you do not want your resume to be over the top with vibrant colors, you do want it to stand out. Keep your text black but go ahead and add a little color such as red, orange or navy blue, either in lines or small graphics. Make it clean and easy to read.

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Tailor your resume to the specific job and employer. There is a fine line between providing too much information and not enough. Go through the job description to determine what qualities the hiring manager is looking for. Highlight those specific qualities and make a note of certain points that are mentioned repeatedly. Those are the traits you want to specifically address when listing your experience and skills.

Keep in mind that yours is one of many the reader is going through, so make it stand out but not too over the top.

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TRAVEL & LEISURE

PHOTOS AND STORY BY MARGUERITE CLEVELAND

Vashon Island – Heart of the Sound A WEEKEND GETAWAY WITH YOUR BEST GALS

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rab your best gals and plan a weekend getaway to Vashon Island – Heart of the Sound. With three ferry terminals on the island, if you live in Seattle, Tacoma or out on the Kitsap Peninsula, it’s just a short ferry ride and a world away. Coming from North Idaho, it is a further jaunt but makes a great base for a longer vacation. You can easily reach Seattle, the Olympic Peninsula and Tacoma from the island. When looking for a location for a girlfriends’ weekend, you want a great place to stay with a nice spot to sip a glass of wine or cocktail, quaint shops, yummy restaurants and lots of local flavor. Vashon fits the bill, and the best part is it’s not well known as a tourist destination, and its close proximity means you spend more time on your weekend and less time traveling.

One of the best-kept secrets on the island is the beautiful, historic waterfront homes available as vacation rentals on some of the most pristine natural areas on the island. The Vashon Park District manages the Belle Baldwin House at Fern Cove Park and the Keepers’ Quarters at Point Robinson Lighthouse Park. For a girls’ weekend, there is no question that it must be the Belle Baldwin House. In 1912, she became the state’s first female physician. Located at Fern Cove Park, the home is set in a forested area with a nice lawn overlooking 750 feet of Puget Sound beach, perfect for sunsets and cocktails. The home has a fully stocked kitchen, three bedrooms, one bathroom and sleeps six. Fully restored with a vintage vibe, it has all the household items you need for a comfortable stay.

Friday. Try to get an early afternoon start to beat rush-hour traffic for the ferry. Plan to swing by the Sugar Shack to pick up dinner before heading to the Baldwin House. The Sugar Shack is the brain child of owner Hedy Anderson. She is known around the island as “The Caramel Lady” for the delectable candy she makes for her business King Caramel. In 2017, she paired with Chef Wally Bell to start the Sugar Shack, a unique food shop that carries local treats and sells prepared meals for take-out. You’ll often hear locals asking Chef Wally, “What’s for dinner?” when they see him around town. The shack is open Monday through Friday from 4 to 7pm. Check their Facebook page to see what they are serving and just swing by to pick up a meal. Don’t forget some King Caramels for dessert.

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WHEN LOOKING FOR A LOCATION FOR A GIRLFRIENDS’ WEEKEND, YOU WANT A GREAT PLACE TO STAY WITH A NICE SPOT TO SIP A GLASS OF WINE OR COCKTAIL, QUAINT SHOPS, YUMMY RESTAURANTS AND LOTS OF LOCAL FLAVOR. VASHON FITS THE BILL

Saturday. Start your morning at the Vashon Island Coffee Roasterie. It is located in the center of the island in a building more than 100 years old.

A hub of island life, you’ll find plenty of coffee, antiques and may even see the vintage roaster humming away. This is where friendly locals hang out. It’s a great place to sip some coffee and learn about things to do on the island, like the live music jam on weekends that you must be vetted by a local before receiving the location. .

A step into Vashon Bodywork and your cares start to slip away as the soothing music, aromatic smells and luxury venue work their magic.

The only therapeutic and organic spa on the island is the brainchild of owner Deja Mariee Star. She believes that living a green lifestyle is not a trend but a state of mind. The products and services at Vashon Body Works reflect that philosophy. The spa uses and sells products that are made from hand-picked fresh plants and botanicals which are rich in minerals, nutrients and vitamins. Everything is chemical-free, non-toxic and 100-percent organically grown. Star can tailor a visit for a small group. Services include massage, therapeutic bodywork for chronic pain, organic facials, waxing and sugaring, and many more; by appointment only.

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Spend the rest of the day in “Downtown Vashon” enjoying the shops and having lunch. Plan to pick up items throughout the day for dinner back at the Belle Baldwin House. One of the most interesting shops on the island has a large metal Giraffe outside its namesake shop. It’s perfect for a girls’ trip selfie. Once inside you will love the carefully curated collection from more than 45 countries and local artists from the Pacific Northwest.

When you walk in the door, you are warmly greeted and offered a spot of tea. Owner Priscilla is passionate about fair trade and the artisans who hand make many of the treasures sold at her store. Each item has its own unique story that she is happy to share with her guests.

Gather is a unique venture. A mother-daughter team opened this space, which is part art gallery and part just a great place to hang out, hence the name—Gather. The gallery is bright and cheerful with many places to sit and a large dramatic table, a work of art on its own which serves as a place for art classes or events. Visit the Facebook page before you visit Vashon as there are often art classes held. One recent class was on Travel Journal Sketching with watercolor pencils. Local artists have found a

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great venue to sell their work, and you will find many beautiful pieces hand made by those who call Vashon home.

You have to love a baking company that creates most of its products from handmade croissant dough. My first visit here was over a year ago, and I still remember the crisp, buttery croissant from that visit, still just as memorable on this visit. They sell a mixture of sweet and savory pastries with a croissant-dough base. Try a croissant dog for something different.

It’s a hotdog baked with a croissant wrapped around it. Their most popular items are their cookies. Plan to pick up pastries for a Sunday morning breakfast.

No visit to Vashon is complete without a visit to The Hardware Store Restaurant. Owner Melinda Powers has created a great local hangout.

The building, which is on the National Register of Historic Places, also serves as a gallery for local artists and a musical venue for events and fundraisers. The food is great! Locally sourced, organic, all-natural and hormone-free ingredients make up a menu of classic food items that just taste better. It’s a perfect stop for a late lunch and is located in the midst of all the shops so you can take a break whenever you like.

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Before heading back to Fern Cove, visit Nashi Orchards and taste the Perry. This is a wine made from various types of pears with a bit of fizz added to it. They also handcraft apple ciders. Both are very refreshing on a warm day. Owner Jim Gerlach works very hard to manage the soil and condition of the trees. His attention to detail shows in his award-winning products. Plan to enjoy a tasting, then explore the orchards and visit with the herd of St. Croix sheep.

After a busy day, head back to the Baldwin House. Fern Cove Park adjacent to the house is a scenic spot to walk, beachcomb or birdwatch.

The little bridge heading up to the house is a good place to take photos.

The home is perfectly equipped to throw together a simple supper to share with the gals. Enjoy the sunset while sipping a glass of Perry.

Sunday. Appreciate a hot cup of coffee and pastries from Vashon Island Baking Company for breakfast. Morning is a magical time at the cove.

Often a fog has rolled in and you can hear the sounds of the cove with the view obscured by the mist. After check out, head to the ferry terminal to begin your trip home. If you have extra time, there are plenty of places to hike on the island or enjoy the many waterfront parks.

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Lost in the 50’s May 17th-May 20th, 2018

FOOD & DRINK

Salsa (Pico de Gallo)

BY CHEF TROY LOUIS CHANDLER

19 years old, I was backpacking through Jalisco, Mexico, and landed in a town south of Puerto Vallarta named Yelapa.

Living off of $5 a day, I needed a place to stay. I met a wonderful family that took me in on the basis that I help build a roof to their stucco home that Father built slowly from the money that Mom brought in from banana pies she sold on the beach to tourists. Each meal I had with them was always accompanied with a fresh, bright-tasting salsa. Momma told me the story of pico de gallo …

One morning, Momma Gabriella was in the kitchen dicing vegetables and herbs that she had brought in from the garden.

A small bird came in through an open kitchen window to sample some of the harvest. The little bird, with its little feet, hopped across Momma’s vegetables but landed on the jalapenos first. The little bird then hopped across Momma’s vegetables, making them a little spicy. Momma then mixed them all together creating a favorite side dish for her family and for generations of families to come.

For this recipe, we’ve added charred tropical fruit for a unique twist.

Ingredients: • 2 lbs. heirloom tomatoes, quarter-inch diced (insides removed and saved for later use) • 2 serrano chiles, finely diced (seeds and ribs removed) • Juice of 4 limes • Juice of one orange • ¼ cup cilantro, roughly chopped • 1 red onion, finely diced • 1 mango, finely diced • 1 pineapple (see below) • 1 tbs. kosher salt

method: • Core and skin pineapple. Slice into rounds and grill until blackened/charred. Let cool and finely dice.

• Mix all ingredients together and let set for one hour to bloom flavors.

• Enjoy!

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MAX At Mirabeau

By Jillian Chandler

The Valley’s Award Winning Eats Chef de Cuisine Michael Durbin and Executive Chef/Food and Beverage Director Shawn Matlock are serving up eclectic cuisine at MAX, located in Mirabeau Park Hotel in Spokane Valley.

Shawn joined the MAX team in June 2015, having an extensive background in culinary management. Michael was hired at the restaurant in July 2017, bringing his widespread background in menu creation and plating design to the table. Both bring an overabundance of commitment to create only the best product to serve each and every single guest while developing the team from within.

The MAX menu—five of them to be exact—offers eclectic cuisine, dishing out more than 100 menu items to choose from 20 hours a day. The team is constantly exploring new flavors and experimenting with new dishes and ingredients, along with perfecting existing menu items.

Take a seat and dine at MAX and see what chefs Michael and Shawn are up to in the kitchen.

The food is complemented by a warm and inviting atmosphere; an exciting place to relax and enjoy a good time, no matter what the occasion. The entire staff is committed to surpass guest expectations and creating a food experience that makes guests want to return again.

MAX at Mirabeau Park Hotel 1100 N. Sullivan Rd., Spokane Valley 509.922.6252 MAXatMirabeau.com

THE PORCH PUBLIC HOUSE A beautiful golf-course view without the cost of joining the country club. They offer a full menu of sandwiches, salads, soups and specialties prepared from scratch without the high price of fine dining, and the region’s finest cocktails, microbrews and wines to accompany your meal. Feel at home in the comfortable pub-style dining room or the fantastic outdoor dining area. Open daily at 11am year round. Photo by Lauren Denos, Adventure Bound Media.

1658 E. Miles Ave. | Hayden 208.772.7111 | WeDontHaveOne.com

MOON TIME Serving some of the best food around in a comfortable pub-style atmosphere. The menu offers soups, sandwiches, pastas, salads and other specialties prepared from scratch daily, along with a fantastic selection of micro-brewed beers and fine wines by the glass and bottle. Open daily at 11am, the kitchen is open late every night. Be sure to stop in Thursday night for live music featuring national and local artists. For more information including photos, menu, specials and directions, make sure to visit their website.

Photo by Lauren Denos, Adventure Bound Media.

1602 Sherman Ave. | Coeur d’Alene 208.667.2331 | WeDontHaveOne.com

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MAX AT MIRABEAU Find eclectic cuisine, an award-winning menu, prime steaks, chops, seafood, salads, burgers and more than 100 other menu items at MAX, along with a wine list boasting more than 500 labels and 75 eclectic cocktails - a perfect match for everything on the menu. Enjoy two happy hours daily, an award-winning a la carte brunch featuring multiple benedicts, mimosas and the areas best bloody mary bar – starting at only $5 per person. Make your own at MAX! They offer live, rockin’ blues music on the weekends, private dining rooms, courtyard dining and more! Late night dining with a full menu is offered until close. Open daily at 6am. Photo by Lauren Denos, Adventure Bound Media.

1100 N. Sullivan Rd. | Spokane Valley 509.922.6252 | MAXatMirabeau.com

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Sweet lou’s restaurant & BaR >> Ponderay, Idaho 208.263.1381 Next to Holiday Inn Express

SWEET LOU’S RESTAURANT AND TAP HOUSE American fare with a twist. Ribs (pork or bison) smoked in house. Unique burger menu featuring burgers made from ground top sirloin, topped with pulled pork, hand-battered onion rings or jalapenos. 32 beers on tap to enjoy while watching the game on one of their 24, 4K TVs.

601 E. Front St. Ste. 101 | Coeur d’Alene 208.667.1170 | SweetLousIdaho.com f SweetLousCDA

CALYPSOS COFFEE At Calypsos you’ll find a combination of amazing coffee, which they roast on site, ice cream, fantastic food and live music on a regular basis. They display artwork from local artists, offer free Wi-Fi, have a play area for the kids and also offer a Smart Room for meeting rentals!

116 E. Lakeside Ave. | Coeur d’Alene 208.665.0591 | CalypsosCoffee.com

FISHERMAN’S MARKET

(208) 265-2000 41SouthSandpoint.com

A local favorite for an array of reasons, including the friendly staff, unbeatable atmosphere and phenomenal food. Voted best seafood in Coeur d’Alene 2012, 2013 and 2014. Their menu includes salads, fishwiches, taste of baja, fish and chips, smoked fish, fresh sushi bar and fresh fish market with live shell fish and lobster.

Open 7 Nights a Week

2 Separate Restaurants to Satisfy any Craving

215 W. Kathleen | Coeur d’Alene 208.664.4800 | FishermansMarketCdA.com

Delicious Food & Fun Cocktails 41 Lakeshore Drive, Sagle, ID NEXT TO THE LODGE AT SANDPOINT

NATE’S NEW YORK PIZZA Authentic New York-style Pizzeria in Post Falls. They serve up the biggest pies in town including the famous 36” pizza challenge. Stop by on Wednesdays for an 18” pepperoni pizza for just $17 and select bottled beers are only $1.50! Don’t forget to try some of the best hot wings and stromboli in town.

Stay and enjoy a beverage of choice or call ahead and take your pizza to go.

920 N. Hwy 41 | Post Falls 208.773.6697 | NatesNYPizza.com

FORTY-ONE SOUTH A beautiful waterfront, fine-dining restaurant in a romantic lodge setting overlooking Lake Pend Oreille. Whether it is summer on the patio or cozying up to the fireplace in the winter, Forty-One South’s spectacular sunsets, innovative cuisine, full bar and extensive wine list are sure to make it a memorable night out. A variety of delicious food year round.

Reservations recommended.

(208) 265-2001 ShogaSushi.com

41 Lakeshore Dr. | Sagle 208.265.2000 | 41SouthSandpoint.com

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SHOGA SUSHI BAR Delicious sushi and Japanese cuisine sure to delight anyone’s palate. Offering a wide variety of traditional and specialty rolls as well as salads, sweet and sour pork, grilled salmon and more! Beautiful waterfront dining with spectacular sunset views. Professional and courteous service. Enjoy a delicious meal while taking in the beautiful waterfront and spectacular sunset views.

41 Lakeshore Dr. | Sagle 208.265.2001 | ShogaSushi.com

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MOONDOLLARS BISTRO Moondollars Bistro is known for their burgers, accompanied by scratch-made bread and soups. They uses only fresh ingredients, which are the backbone of this customer favorite. With a comfortable, friendly atmosphere, awesome food, great service, huge patio and full bar there is always something to keep customers coming back for more.

609 N. Syringa St. | Post Falls | 208.777.7040 5416 W. Village Blvd. | Rathdrum 208.687.5396 | MoondollarsBistro.com

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“There is no substitution for quality. Our food is organic and prepared from scratch.” Authentic Italian cuisine.

Guaranteed best steaks in town. Catering and private cooking classes available with Chef Angelo. DINNER FOR 2 & A BOTTLE OF WINE $65. Choose from 15 Entrees and 10 Bottles of Wine. Open 7 days a week from 4-10pm.

846 N. Fourth St. | Coeur d’Alene 208.765.2850 | AngelosRistorante.net

JUNIOR’S BBQ

Hayden | 85 W. Prairie Shopping Ctr. JuniorsBarbecue.com

TIM’S SPECIAL CUT MEATS Tim’s Special Cut Meats is your perfect, old-fashioned butcher shop. The friendly staff is ready to help you pick out the perfect cut. Tim’s carries only the finest natural meats and also handles custom orders, with an extensive line of house-made products from pickled garlic to specialty sauces, marinades, rubs and salsas. Mobile butchering and wild game processing are also available.

Coeur d’Alene | 7397 N. Government Way 208.772.3327 | fTimsSpecialCutMeats TimsSpecialCutMeats.com

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Enjoy North Idaho’s best barbecue at Junior’s, where guests are treated to big and bold backyard flavor.

Whether you dine in, take out or need catering, you will not be disappointed, and ordering is simple. Choose a sandwich, taco or salad. Next choose your meat, then your choice of fixin’s, from Granny’s baked beans, Mamma’s mashed taters, smothered green beans, coleslaw or pig tail fries. Top it all off with Hillbilly Habanero or Junior’s Original sauce.

Artisan Coffee SpecialTY Drinks Food Wine + Beer Mon-Sat | 7am-6pm Sun | 9am-4pm 1830 N 3rd Street Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814 208.966.4098 WWW.stradacda.com

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Fresh to Your Table Farmers markets ready for the season

By Colin Anderson

It’s certainly a treat to have a weekly summer farmers market in which to stock up on fresh produce and other goods, and an even bigger treat to have two each week! Since 1986, the Kootenai Farmers Markets have provided healthy, locally sourced products available to all in the community, and with spring here, both markets are now open.

The corner of Highway 95 and Prairie in Hayden that is desolate all winter comes alive again each Saturday from 9am to 1:30pm. You’ll find dozens of vendors and entertainment, and you can even have lunch inside the market grounds.

If you miss out on a Saturday, you can mark your calendars for Wednesdays as well. Now through October, the downtown market closes down Sherman Avenue at Fifth Street from 4 to 7pm for produce vendors as well as artisans, live music and a fun experience with locals and tourists alike. It’s also a great opportunity to check out what’s new downtown and have a pre- or postmarket drink, snack or dinner.

HIGHLIGHT EVENT If your kids are stubborn about vegetables, try the Saturday morning Power of Produce Club. Here kids are given their own tokens to spend on healthy foods, as well as hands-on classes on growing and preparing their own food.

It’s free and open to children ages 5 to 12.

The Kootenai Farmers Market accepts food stamps and EBT cards as well, allowing lower income community members affordable access to fresh fruits and vegetables. The Double UP Food Bucks program allows EBT users to receive an extra $10 in produce thanks to a collaboration with Kootenai Environmental Alliance and the University of Idaho Extension’s Eat Smart Idaho program.

With more than 100 vendors, you’ll find plenty of freshness along with meats and cheeses, unique local art and gifts, and a few more things that might surprise you.

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A day of appreciation for veterans and held at the Kootenai County Fairgrounds, veterans will have the opportunity to meet with VA health-care and benefits representatives, various organizations and potential employers.

Breakfast and lunch will be served to all attendees and their families. For additional information, contact Eric Swanbeck of St. Vincent de Paul at 208.664.3095.

It’s time for a day of all things dog at the annual Dog d’Alene, held on Sixth Street and Sherman Avenue in Downtown Coeur d’Alene 10am to 3pm. The day features fun and games for dogs and their owners including demonstrations and the doxie dash. Attendees will also have the chance to meet local rescues and dog groups. The event is free with profits benefiting local pet rescues and animal shelters.

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Lake City Playhouse presents Bye Bye Birdie, a foot-stomping, hip-swinging, classic American musical delighting audiences for decades.

Opening night is Friday, May 11 at 7:30pm. The show continues May 12 and 13, 17-20 and 2427. Thursday - Saturday performances start at 7:30pm; Sunday matinees 2pm. Tickets can be purchased online at LakeCityPlayhouse.org or at the door.

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Northwest Spring Fest

Hosted by Human Rights Education Institute, join them noon to 3pm at the Hagadone event Center to share an afternoon of fun.

Attendees will enjoy a classic-style high tea, three delicious courses and champagne bar, a silent auction and listen to Emmy-winning writer/producer Sandra Robbie. For ticket information, call 208.292.2359 or visit HREI.org.

Family Promise of North Idaho’s Cardboard Box City is a fundraiser and an opportunity to listen to homeless families talk about what happened to them and how FPNI helped them get housing, learn to budget and how to access community resources. There are many ways to participate: Spend one night in a box or tent, walk for the homeless or come have soup and listen to music. There are varying donations.

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Celebrate spring at the annual Northwest Spring Fest at the Kootenai County Fairgrounds!

The weekend fun kicks off at 10am both days and includes a monster truck show, dock dogs, fair food, animal exhibits, talent contest, archery and fly tying for all ages, music and much more! Don’t miss out! Find out more and purchase tickets online at KCFairgrounds.com

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Live Music at Moon Time Each Thursday evening, you are invited to Moon Time to listen to live music while enjoying great food and brews. May 24, Ethereal in E will set the atmosphere with the soothing sounds of the handpan 9am to midnight. And ... Thursday nights are Dollar Pint Nights! WeDontHaveOne. com

Hosted by the Coeur d’Alene Police Department, join your neighbors and police officers for coffee and conversation 8 to 10am at Anchored Coffee Company. Patrol and traffic officers will be there, along with detectives, code enforcement and animal control! A couple cars will be there for the kids to look at, too! For more information, call 208.292.4676.

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Leave the hot dogs and hamburgers at home and head to the Hagadone Event Center 5 to 10pm for a Clambake and Beach Barbecue on the lake for the entire family to enjoy. The exclusive all-you-can-eat buffet features clams, crab, shrimp, Hawaiian Ahi Poke and much more! CdAResort.com

Join Coeur d’Alene Cellars 5 to 7pm for a preWine, Women and Shoes event, Glassbaby, benefiting the Idaho Youth Ranch. Enjoy the patio, sip on some Coeur d’Alene Cellars wine and help get Wine, Women and Shoes 2018 off to a great start … and get your tickets today for the July 5 event. For more information, call 208.660.6707 or visit WineWomenAndShoes. com/IYRCdA.

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Known as the “race with a view,” the Coeur d’Alene Marathon, Half Marathon and 5k Fun Run offers one of the most spectacular events in the country. The race starts and finishes downtown in McEuen Park located at Front Street and Fourth Avenue and is USATF Sanctioned and a Boston Qualifier.

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