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MEET STYLE'S FAS HION MODELS Lynn Banowetz. Floral designer; daughter of Yank and Carolyn Banowetz. Likes riding horses, playing the piano, arts and crafts. "It was a very interesting experience. I had a lot of fun getting to know the other models and working with the staff of STYLE."

LETTERS Thanks for the great article on Ron and me. We've gotten a lot of positive response from the story.

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Leonard "Yank" Banowetz. (Santa Claus). Attorney and "maker of toys 路for the young at heart". Married to Carolyn and father of Kristi , Lynn, Mike, Steve, and "all the other children of the world". Hobby: "helping children understand the meaning of Christmas". "I didn't realize I was a model-1 was just my usual old St. Nick! I got an early chance to visit with children to find out what kind of toys to make this year. Merry Christmas!" Ann Everitt. Homemaker; married to David and mother of Allison, 15, Grant, 12, and Lane, 10. Enjoys teaching aerobics, Bible study fellowship , making bread , reading , and family. "It was demanding , exciting , and enjoyable , especially meeting the people who provided the clothing and made us look our best. The magazine is unique in using local models and nonprofessionals to pose." Liz Metcalf. Homemaker and foot reflexologist. Married to Tom and mother of Ryan , 17, and Ashton, 4. Liz enjoys race walking, aerobics , calligraphy, refiexology and massage, and sewing . "It's always fun to work with new photographers and other models." Karen Ramsay. Domestic engineer; married to David and mother of twins Cameron and Duncan, 4. Hobbies include painting , biking , racewalking, and skiing . "Working with STYLE 's crew was enjoyable - being pampered at the beauty salon and wearing diamonds and pearls was a nice change in my day-today activities." Cydni Schroeder. Registered dental hygienist and co-owner of Poudre Sports Car Enterprises. Married to Stephen and mother of Zachary, 8, and Stefan, 5. Interests include golf, children, "our business- Poudre Sports Car", cooking, riding my motorcycle, and reading. "Lydia and her staff were very professional and encouraging, and their expertise is obvious. I had fun, and it was an interesting experience."

Your magazine has great circulation! I received phone calls from as far away as Chicago from friends who had seen the cover. Thank you for the opportunity to work with you and photographer John Forgach. I wish you continued success.

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The issue was fabulous - of course it always is. Thank you for including me.

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Jim and I want to thank you for including us in the Dynamic Duos article. Not only was it fun (it still is) but we have always reaped benefits when we have advertized in STYLE and this article expanded on those benefits. It's a great source of conversation among our friends and business associates.

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Thanks for a fine article about Scott and I. You did a great job, and it was fun to work with you.

Stephen Schroeder. Owner of Poudre Sports Car Enterprises ; married to Cydni and father of Zachary and Stefan. Enjoys motorcycling , golf, fishing, landscaping , and family fun. "It was fun! Everyone was in a great mood and was very helpful. I think I'll wear a tuxedo more often during work hours."

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Margie Williams. Homemaker; married to Bob and mother of three, stepmother of three, and grandmother of two. Likes fishing, hunting, tennis, golf, bowling, bridge, skiing , aerobics, visiting the elderly, civic and community activities. "I like that Fort Collins is still small enough that one doesn't have to be 'a somebody' to be asked to model in STYLE. What fun it was- throw on some makeup, jazz up the hair, elegant clothes, and voila! A model is born!"

Let us know what you think! A selection of comments, kudo and criticisms from Style readers will appear in our "Letters to the Editor" section. Keep those cards and letters coming!

KIDS KORNER . Meredith Hettler. Soon to be 6 and the daughter of Lydia Dody and Richard Hettler, attends Rivendell. She thought modeling was fun , but really hot! She hopes Santa brings her a unicorn stuffed animal, reindeer musical animal , and Clifford the Dog. Drew and Jamie Jeffers. Drew, 6, and Jamie, 4, are the children of Chris and Jan Jeffers. First-grader Drew loves soccer and would like Ninja turtles and Nintendo games for Christmas. Pre-schooler Jamie enjoys gymnastics and is requesting a scooter, Barbie clothes , and music tapes from Santa. Levi and Doug Schofield. Levi , 10, and Doug, 9, are the sons of John and Barb Schofield . They had fun modeling the ski clothes , but "I sure did get hot," says Levi. Levi hopes to get a pair of roller blades and a buck knife for

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Christmas. Doug hopes that a set of Delux Blocks and Marbles and a pair of roller blades find their way under the tree for him . Jennifer White. Age 12 and the daughter of Steve and Linda White. A Lincoln Junior High student, Jennifer enjoys soccer, basketball , bike riding , playing the flute , and babysitting. She 'd like a Swatch phone and a waterbed for Christmas. "I really had a lot of fun. It was exciting, and I loved the pretty green dress." Katie and Josh Wood. Katie , 5, and Josh, 3, are the children of Jeff and Debbie Wood . Their Christmas lists include Bouncin ' Babies, a doll stroller and Barbie clothes for Katie; Hyper Drivers, a scooter, fishing pole, and anything Batman for Josh.

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RADITIONS We display our symbols, we tell the stories, and in remembering we acknowledge who we are - and our identity with the continuity of life. By Mary Herrick

itual and tradition are a vital ribbon Tom and Suzie Smith still simmering pot, wishing everyone good weaving through the fabric of our Tom and Suzie Smith introduce their cheer and a blessed Christmas. holiday season. For as long as Swedish tradition of Dappa I Grytan, or Suzie first attended a Dappa Dawn at humans have gathered together, "Dappa Dawn", with a phone announceTom's family home in 1960. They have been ritual has been a part of that gathment followed by a formal printed invitation . hosting their own Dappa Dawn for the last ering. In ritual , we consciously act Dappa Dawn is held in the early morning 23 years, first for only family and a few hours of Christmas Eve Day, and comes friends or work associates. The tradition out through symbolic gesture that which is sacred in our lives. from Tom's Swedish heritage. It is a celehas grown over the years, and they now Over a period of time , ritual becomes trabration of and preparation for the larger invite different people every year to introChristmas holiday, but has evolved with a duce Dappa Dawn to those who have never dition. Tradition honors those who have gone before us and our religious and cuistrong beauty of its own over many years. experienced the customs ; they estimate tural beliefs through symbols of birth, that 255 people have been exposed to death, and renewal. We celebrate these Dappa Dawn tradition through the Smith themes through symbols from our cuifamily. Suzie, an elementary teacher tural heritages. We form traditions: we for 22 years now teaching kindergarten serve special foods , pull decorations at Tavelli School, has demonstrated out of carefully stored boxes, and make the traditions not only though her home life, but in her classroom and her chiltime for gathering and reflecting with others about our spirituality. It is impordren's classrooms . tant to a society that those symbols reThe Smiths embellish Dappa Dawn main alive to restore that connection with many other parts of the Swedish between humans and their inner spiriheritage. About two weeks before the tual selves-their identity with the earth, celebration , the Smiths and their three their true nature, and their Deity. children , now grown, get involved We are fortunate in Fort Collins to making potato sausage. The 1800s embody scores of cultural traditions; a . . . . . . sausage maker inherited from Tom's family helps them stuff the casings. It's constant state of spiritual and cultural old Swedtsh rectpes. A htghltght ts the annual Aquavtt toast. activity survives and flourishes in our busy Tom, a commercial real estate broker in a messy operation , but the succulent long and seemingly homogeneous population . Fort Collins with Smith & Associates, comes lengths of fresh sausage spirals heaped on While space limitations prevent us from from a Swedish farm family in Nebraska. the counters makes cleaning up easier. including all of those traditions, here is Tom's family has practiced Dappa Dawn Aboutfivedaysbeforethecelebration,Suzie STYLE's sampler of six local families' holisince the 1880s, when families from neighmakes root beer, bottling and capping the day celebrations, rich with cultural diversity boring farms exchanged the rituals at 6 a.m. sweet brown liquid, and laying it on its side and ethnic heritage. beforechoresweredone. Becausethewives to age . were busy preparing the big Christmas When the guests arrive (about 7 a.m. , feasts, and because a period of fasting or Suzie says, which is a compromise to traA celebration begins with the announcement famine often preceded the holiday, a large dition, but still a little early for most people) , of the holiday; this act serves to set in motion a pot of soup broth was boiled on the stove, a bright red Dahla (Swedish horse) painted commitment to that event, allowing time to preand bread was laid out for dipping. The farm with the Smith name greets them outside pare for and direct energies toward making that neighbors would arrive in the early dawn, the front door, along with a straw mat with event meaningful. and each would dip a piece of bread into the "Good Jul" in bright red and green . When all

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have arrived, the dipping begins. Each guest takes a slice of bread and dips it into the broth, a combination of juices from the boiling of beef and pork roasts and potato sausage. The rest of the meal rests sumptuously on the dining room table . The first course consists of sausage , beef, pork, and root beer. Sweets follow in the second course , with homemade cardamom rolls, fresh ligonberry sauce, bone ost (farmer's cheese), and an assortment of Swedish cookies and nuts. After the second course , the Aquavit (imported caraway/anise liquor) is poured , and everyone is required to pair off with someone and give a toast of "Merry Christmas" . The rule , however, is that you look your partner directly in the eye as you say it, and down the Aquavit all at once. Someth ing about the risk involved in looking someone straight in the eye seems to unify the energy and create a pride and joviality, and lends a finishing touch to the celebration . The guests depart feeling enriched from the hospitality and Swedish ritual they have just participated in for the first time.

meaning that the event serves to bring to light. Lord Rama's return , a return of hope andreThis storytelling is part of the "collective unnewal. Lights illuminate the palace and the conscious", the place where all of humanity village at night, and candles are lit evexperiences the same joys, fears, and longings. erywhere. Firecrackers explode in the The story can be told with many different symstreets. In the Vedanthan prayer room , tiny bols and characters, including elements of anChristmas tree lights adorn the altar. Tradicient winter solstice festivals, which include the tional Indian pedas, sweets made from milk, hope of spring renewal through nature stories. sugar, and butter, are served , along with a Each culture honors its own sacred stories. rice and bean dish, payasa (sweet coconut milk with rice) , and almond milk. Nico and Atie Zentfeld Just before the Diwali festival is Dussehra, One of the most cherished holiday stories celebrating the epic of Ramayana, the is that of Santa Claus, a myth which stems triumph of good over evil. This major Indian from the Dutch celebration of St. Nicolaas, festival is a 10-day celebration , where the or Sinter Klass, St. Nicolaas is the patron story of Lord Rama is reenacted in plays saint of giving to the needy in Holland. Atie and recitations, and displays of dolls are set up in creative dioramas, representing all the gods in the epic. During this festival, the Vedanthans recall the customs of inviting friends to their home, praying together, admiring each family's display of dolls, singing, and serving sweets. They tell their two children the stories and traditions , make their devotions in the prayer room , and set up their epic dolls. On the The next ingredient to a celebratory event ninth day of the festival , Saraswati, after the "call", or in vitation, is a preparation and the Goddess of Learning , is celededication of the space holding the event. We brated. need a place to gather, a place to decorate and On the tenth day, Ayudha Pooja, consecrate to the purpose of the celebration. the worship of tools , is celebrated . ...._...___..___ This place serves as a gateway into a deeper The Vedanthans decorate their Atie and Nico Zentfeld incorporate their experience with the meaning, a tuning in to ourvehicles with garlands, kum-kum native Dutch traditions into their Christmas selves, our relationship with others, and our (colored powder) , instruments, celebration. relationship with our surroundings. We may tools , and other inanimate objects useful in recognize or embellish the space with gifts, song, and Nico Zentfeld, owners of Nico's Cataor dance. daily life. This ritual is a conscious warding combs restaurant, remember vividly the celeoff of evil from these objects and bration of St. Nicolaas as children . Both Atie P_K. and Kamala a thanksgiving. to God for proand Nico grew up in Holland, where every Vedanthan viding them. When everyone village consisted of close-knit families. In Few homes allow gathers at the designated place , fact, Atie met Nico, her husband of 22 years, for a permanent each brings to the wo rship through her sister, who is married to Nico's space that is always symbols of learning and tools , brother. Nico describes the villages as "just ready for a ceremosuch as books , musical instruone large fami ly. You could just walk in pracnial. The Vedanments, or farmers' implements. tically anywhere and it was an aunt and thans created that The place of worship is covered uncle's house. " space in their airy with flowers , and the singing and According to the Sinter Klaas myth , on Tudor-style home. playing of traditional musical inthe night of December 5, Sinter Klaas arUpstairs, the prayer struments, such as the table rives from Spain by boat (because of so room waits , and is {percussion) and veena (string) much water in Holland) , accompanied by frequented by the compliments the prayer and worhis black helper, ZwartePiet , Black Peter. many Hindu celeship. They both carry bags of gifts and travel brations that the For Christmas , the Vedanthans around the country, throwing packages down family hosts, servhave combined cultures creathe chimneys . Sinter Klaas rides a white ing as a place for tively , concerned that their chilhorse and carries a staff and the Book - a devotion , for perdren experience both traditions. book which reveals the names of children forming ritual , and a The family spends those holiwho haven't behaved well and therefore will place to gather the days exchanging gifts with be whisked into the bag as the two make family and friends to . friends and setting up a Christtheir rounds . The "bad" children would then . h .t prayer room of the1r home. honor th e1r en age. mas tree , even though trees are be taken back to Spain and cookies would P.K. , a Fort Collins allergist, and Kamala, never used in India, even among Chrisbe made out of them. a professional Indian singer, hail from India. tians. They serve Indian food , such as rice, The rituals celebrating the coming of Sinter They have faced many challenges in keepcurry , and vegetable dishes, and jamoon, Klaas are consistent for both Atie and Nico, ing the traditions and cultu ral practices of round balls of flour and milk, fried and covthough they originate from different villages . their heritage alive. ered with a sugar syrup. On the night before December 5, all the P.K. tells of the great excitement surchildren lined their own chairs up against rounding the Diwali (Festival of Light) in The telling of the story is the next element of the wall , and their wooden shoes were set in sacred celebration; the rituals that tell the story India. The religious hero is Lord Rama, who front of the fireplace , containing carrots for re veal the beliefs and myths of a culture. These has returned from being banished to the the horse and goodies fo r Sinter Klaas . symbolic stories provide a valuable reminder of forest. The festival celebrates the light of They sang songs in front of the fire , and the connection between the event and the deeper

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were then showered with spice cookies, seemingly from Black Peter, who was undoubtedly on the roof (their parents hurled the cookies from the back up to the ceiling so that the children would believe, all in good fun, in the existence of the mythological characters.) In the morning, the chairs were covered with packages, usually a chocolate initial of their name, and a huge almond cookie. The Sinter Klaas myth was reinforced even at -school, when, after songs and recitations, a villager, blackened with shoe polish to represent Black Peter, would visit the children, jumping around and jiggling his chain, grinning with his giant red lips and striking terror into the hearts of those who had misbehaved. In later years, Nico himself would dress as Sinter Klaas for large family gatherings and hold children on his lap and visit with them about their behavior with the "Book" perched beside him. Nico laughs, "It was a lot of fun, but I had to be careful, because the kids were petrified!" In their years in Fort Collins raising their two children, the Zentfelds continued some of the Dutch traditions surrounding Sinter Klaas. They showed the children the books and told the stories a few days before December 5, and Nico says that Atie never forgot to put out the wooden shoes filled with carrots. Always, in the morning, their children would find the almond cookies and chocolate letters inside the shoes. The other story, of the birth of Christ, was savored by Dutch tradition in quiet ceremony and worship on the traditional day of December 25. The celebration of Christmas was more private than the St. Nicolaas festivities. Nico recalls several Christmas traditions established by his family. Gift giving was conducted through the drawing of a name from a hat several weeks before, for the making of simple gifts by every member of the family. A rhyme was counted as absolutely necessary to accompany the giving of the gift, and had to be read out loud to provide mirth for the celebration. Nico remembers the year his father delighted the entire family with his construction of a miniature replica of their village, made from scraps of lumber and cardboard, complete with tiny lights mounted on toothpicks for lamp posts. The central celebration marks the next element of ceremony, and many rituals add color, meaning, and purpose to this aspect. The central ceremony can encompass hours or days, and contain music, decoration, feasting, worship, dancing, or even games. Family, friends, whole communities can make the central celebration as deep and rich for our inner spirits as it needs to be.

Mike and Elizabeth Elliot · In an entirely different style of celebration, Elizabeth and Mike Elliot provide traditional American Southern hospitality. Elizabeth, former music director for KCSU public

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radio and an actress, singer, and·director of many OpenStage Opera productions, wanted to make the holidays come alive in the West after the loss of family members. Elizabeth believes that because of the mobile society that we have become, people have to create their families for celebratory times. So, she created a drop-in Christmas Eve party, and developed her own traditions reminiscent of her Southern heritage. In a spacious Victorian home that lends itself to large holiday gatherings, the Elliots host all ages to a relaxed and amicable festivity. The party has grown from 30 guests in 1974

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vided , and guests gather around the baby grand piano to carol during the evening. Santa Claus always pops in at some point during the evening and circulates with the guests. The Southern-style tradition continues the next morning at the Elliots' on a smaller scale. About 10 very close friends show up to stuff each other's stockings (all homemade), and gifts from under the tree are exchanged. Elizabeth serves her father's old homemade eggnog recipe. Then more guests arrive, mostly people who don't have family close by. The traditional Christmas dinner prepared by the Elliots includes chestnut dressing, yams, turkey and roast pork, and pecan pies, all reflecting the Southern heritage.

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Sometimes the central celebration uses strong, ancient symbols; sometimes the symbols are more obscure and the celebration reflects more of a "letting go" into the festivities . Both can accomplish the same inner goal- that of attuning the spiritual self with its relationship to the continuity of life. The realignment that occurs fosters change and transformation first on the inside, then on the outside. In direct participation in the celebration, renewal can occur for individuals, families, and whole communities.

Essi and Mahin Shahmardian In a more ancient but still thriving tradition, the celebration of Norouz (New Year) is part of Essi and Mahin Shahmardian's annual holiday celebration and dedication to renewal. The Shahmardians, owners of CopyCo Printing in Fort Collins , are originally from Iran. Mahin and Essi have maintained their Norouz traditions through an

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immigration to the United States in 1980 after the 1979 Iranian revolution. The celebration of Norouz is close to the cycles of nature in the Northern hemisphere, and so the festival occurs on the first day of spring (March 21 or22) . The legendary King Jamshid started this celebration over 3000 years ago, and the tradition embodies the themes of death and rebirth , and the triumph of good over evil. Essi recalls the rituals performed in preparation for the New Year. The last Tuesday night before Norouz was called "unlucky night", and the people would go from house to house, covered with shrouds or masks,

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and rap with a spoon on a metal pot. The host was then obligated to give the caller candy, cookies, or money. These gifts were considered good luck for the callers. This tradition reflects a similarity to our Halloween tradition in the United States. Later, bonfires and brush fires were lit in the streets and people leaped over them. This act symbolized the giving up, or letting go, of old, bad spirits and getting ready for the new. Nuts and seeds were served at this time, fried and mixed. The ritual of eating them signified the riddance of problems in the eater's life. In other ways, households in Iran made way for the new year. Spring cleaning was done and all kinds of home decorating completed. New clothes were purchased if economically possible. A significant preparation was the sprouting of seeds in water for use at the formal celebration. Wheat seeds were considered elemental, as bread is regarded as a mainstay of the Irani an diet. Sometimes lentil seeds were also sprouted for color and texture variation. On the exact second of the beginning of the official first day of spring, the celebration of Norouz begins. Everyone gathers in their homes, and a candle is lighted a few minutes before spring is officially declared. In Iran, a cannon boomed the announcement of the New Year; in the U.S., some Iranian natives can hear spring announced on an Iranian radio station in California. The eldest person in the room gives a white sweet to each person, symbolic of a wish for sweetness of the new year. A prayer is dedicated to the hope of the new year, and hugs, kisses, and coins for prosperity are exchanged. Essi and Mahin maintain the traditional table setting for the celebration of Norouz. Seven (a sacred number in Iran) items beginning with the "sh" sound in the Persian language must be displayed on the Norouz table. Those items are usually apple, garlic, vinegar, wheat malt paste, sumac powder, Russian olives, and, most importantly, the sprouted wheat - displayed in a tray, symbolizing new birth and growth. The table is adorned with spring flowers. Dyed eggs rest in a dish. Rosewater lends fragrance and welcome to the guests. A whole pomegranate floats with oregano in a bowl of water. White candies symbolize good luck, and gold coins lying on the table symbolize prosperity and happiness. A live goldfish swims in a bowl, the symbol of life. A mirror on the table reflects the light flickering from the candles. The candles are not extinguished until the end of the celebration, as it is believed that the ancestors of the people will visit each home and give their blessings for the new year during the time of this light. "Good thought, good word, good deed - to the year end happy indeed!" is the toast exchanged at the celebration. During the first twelve days of spring, constant visitation of family and friends marks the holiday. This visitation and exchange of

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gifts and pleasantries guarantees that at least once a year people pay respect to their relationships with others. On the thirteenth day of Norouz, everyone in Iran is required to leave their home to allow any bad spirits to leave . They picnic, dance, and celebrate outdoors, reconnecting their relationships to nature and its cycle of renewal. On this day, the wheat sprouts from the symbolic table setting are thrown into water outside (a river or stream) to mark the end of the festival. Closing the ceremony is the last important element in celebration of an event. With the energy that has built momentum during the festivities, a need emerges to ground and redirect that energy to serve the larger and long-lasting meaning. The good feelings and thoughts rejuvenated at the celebration must be fostered toward a continuum of outer change reflecting the inner transformation. Grounding often occurs through the e?ting of a meal, a quiet time of reflection or prayer, or expression of a blessing or thankfulne'ss' for the event.

Sol and Venita Schneider Dr. Sol Schneider and his wife Venita celebrate the Chri·stmas holidays honoring the traditions of food and worship in the German tradition . Dr. Sol has a strong German-Russian background, a unique ancestry of Germans that' migrated toRussia but maintained strict German customs. These Germans never incorporated the Russian culture into their own , but established German villages and German schools to educate their youth. Dr. Schneider serves as the international president of the American Historical Society of Germans From Russia (AHSGR). A devout Christian orientation toward the religious festivals characterizes this German tradition. The seasons of Advent, Christmas, Lent, and Easter are the main holidays, celebrated with worship, traditional German hand-made decorations, and German-style food. Early in the season of Christmas, lebkuchen , a cookie made of flour, honey, and lots of spices, is made and left to age. These cookies become tastier as the season progresses. Schlexel Kuchen , a bread coated with a special watermelon syrup, is traditional in the Schneider home. Other sweets include stollen, German holiday bread with nuts and fruit, almond sandwich cookies, fruit cake , and peppernuts (little hard tea cookies about the size of a nickel). On Christmas Eve, before leaving for the church worship, Dr. Sol remembers the tradition of eating Schnitel suppe und Grebbel (fruit soup and doughnuts). Gifts were opened upon return , and songs were sung, grounding the spiritual activity from the worship service. For Christmas Day dinner, the meal, in strong German tradition, featured roast goose, mashed potatoes, raisin dressing, sweet potatoes, and butterball soup (homemade noodle balls floated in chicken broth) , pumpkin pie, and

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nutcracker from East Germany, a windmill that turns from the heat of the candles it holds, an incense burner, and traditional dolls in Russian costume. Venita plays the piano during caroling on the holidays. Another German ritual is honoring "second Christmas", the day after Christmas. This day is still considered a holiday in Germany, where many attend worship services quietly and reverently. The honoring of a long cultural tradition that celebrates the spiritual rebirth contained in the Christmas worship, and the deep grounding that occurs in the German foods and prayer shows a flourishing renewal through the Schneiders' practice of their rituals and traditions. The many forms that celebration of the sacred takes are themselves a cause for celebration. Occasionally, we find ourselves at places in our lives that question our own traditions. What matters is not what form of ritual we use, but that we are intensely present in those rituals out of an attempt to reconnect ourselves with our inner spiritual lives. If our rituals have lost the deeper meaning that gives us life and renewal, then all we need to do is take a look around to be inspired by new ones from others. In embracing and creating new ways of celebrating with the old, we allow ourselves an even greater unity with our fellow humans, our earth, and in affirming our own lives. Mary Herrick is a journalist and free-lance writer in the Fort Collins area specializing in creative non-fiction articles.

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more attention to them. In order to maintain your lip color for longer periods of • time, dust your lips lightly with powder after applying your lipstick, then re-apply, By Steve ".".s~---. it with a gloss. Lip liner, if used, ~R~re~ huadthe same shade, or close to the i1 as the lipstick. As you keep pace with sonal trends, your season eyeliners and eyepeneliminated. Darker eyeyou to fit comfortably· doing, without giving be used to darken the eyes you're heavily made-up. , giving a softer look enhance your eyes. Lighter, more and cover up the less eyeshadow shades should be used look this year does not more effectively utilize natural light: eyes and cheeks, but rather soft pinks, grays , and blues. stronger, brighter lip colors. Eyebrows should have a nice, natural Face: Foundation should be used to arch tha follows the contour of the eyes. blend skin tones into one even tone. Start Color should only be applied to fill in and with a light foundation , one that does not even out thin areas, not to change the color of the eyebrow. change your skin color. A green base should first be lightly applied to red blemMascara, a tremendously effective comishes and sections, such as nose and ponent of any makeup case, works woncheeks, and then the skin-color foundaderfully this season to thicken, lengthen, tion should be applied. A light powder and darken the eyelashes, and to convey over the foundation will eliminate shine. more contrast to the eyes. Concealers are used to eliminate dark circles under the eyes. If gray circles are EVENING a problem, use a light yellow concealer To create those glamorous evening-eyes, before applying your foundation. A white use a dark eyeshadow on the outside corconcealer covers up brown circles. ner of the eye, forming a V up to the fold of Consistent with this season's "natural" the upper eyelid. Colors can be coordimotif, natural shades of blush give a soft nated with hair, skin, and eye color, and but effective emphasis to the cheekbone. with your wardrobe, in order to achieve the Apply blush from the center of the cheek most flattering effect. below the center of the eye, and sweep upward to the ear. Steve Sweeting is a stylist, consultant, and The emphasis this season is on the lips. make-up artist at Professional Hair Care Stronger colors are being used to bring Center at Oak Place in Fort Collins.

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fresh nautical inspiration. Crisp graphic dots and stripes show up on eve thing and look best when teamed together. Snappy red, white, and navy is up with crests, logos, and sailor motifs. Snappy shorts, hooded sweaters, and fleecewear take the lead for casual wear. Easy cardigan jackets, playful skirts, and classic sailor dresses are fresh new options. Denim looks fresh as designers use faded blues with crisp whites. SWIMWEAR '90: Designers have covered all the bases to keep everyone- and every figure- happy. Classic dots, stripes, and nautical themes , to exotic animal patterns -all in a wide assortment of covered to barely-there styles. The two-piece is sizzling for resort '90. There is an abundance of skimpy looks that start with the thong, but the high-waisted bikini, full-cut briefs, boxer shorts and skirt looks offer a more conservative alternative. The skirt is back and younger than ever in swimwear. From tight, thigh-skimming versions to full flirty, swingy ones,they lend afeminine touch to poolside. Brights such as lime green, orange, and chartreuse will be hot colors with some designers showing desert and spice tones. SPARKLE AND SHINE: Designers brighten holiday evenings with metallics- used lavishly. Whether as dramatic as a short golden jacket over layers of chiffon or as discreet as a pleated skirt, the point is to sparkle. THE GOLD STANDARD : The gold standard is shaping accessories for holiday. Designers are gilding leather bags, encrusting gold "estate" jewels with dramatically colored crystal and weaving gold into their opulent scarves and shawls. The glitzier the better in jewelry, designers are saying, and the best holiday pieces are dripping with crystals, pearls and pave rhinestones. Pearls, pearls, and more pearls always look right, worn strand upon strand , mixed with crystals or as a drop on arhinestonestudded earring. As always, the fine jewelry look is perfect for evenings.

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Decorating at home begins at the front door. Wreaths , swags and other door decorations welcome visitors before they are received . Versatile wreaths and swags have been used for years as door decorations. They are practical and can be used on various door styles , easily adapting to fit any color harmony and design style . It's easy to create new holiday looks with wreaths and swags on your own. Try using three small wreaths connected by ribbon or ivy instead of one centered wreath . Or, create a two-door display using just a branch for structure and support. With all the new styles and varieties of ribbon , a creation built on ribbon can be elegant, contemporary, and inviting . A two- to three-foot artificial tree vertically halved or flattened against the door can create yet another look for your front entry. With all the creative choices , design styles can be contemporary or classical , according to your preferences. It's important that all your door displays are properly finished on the back. Sap, glue, wire , and the ends of branches can all damage a door. A door hanger (available at

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By Kathie Harper Coming home for the holidays ... it's a special time when families and special friends come together, evoking memories of past holidays - Christmas trees, decorations, presents, and th e sweet, wonderful aromas that beckon us to a beautifully set table. Whether you r holiday dinners are formal , semiformal , or casual , a small amount of extra effort results in an attractive table . Considering the dinnerware and the style of the home (traditional, country, Southwest, etc.) strive for an unusual look that will make your table stand apart.

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"THE NUTCRACKER" Canyon Concert Ballet Saturday, November 25 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Lincoln Center $11,$9 The Tin Soldier, Sugar Plum Fairy, and all the rest of your favorite characters from this classic ballet will grace the stage in Canyon Concert Ballet's annual benefit for the Fort Collins Symphony Orchestra. Maestro Willfred Schwartz directs ; the performances are sponsored by The Women's Guild of the Fort Collins Symphony. For tickets, call 221-6735.

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Many vehicles now provide all-wheel drive. Accord ing to Sanchez, "They're as easy to operate as possible . The new Chevrolet Astra van features all-wheel drive that automatically kicks in if the tires start spinning . They're really popular here." Toyota now features a new all-track system where 20 percent of the power is continually distributed to each wheel , providing By Valerie Newman even more stability for both wet and dry conditions. nee primarily recreational or work people desire the four-wheel drive for everyMany sports/utilities and vans are now designed with sleeker, more aerodynamic day use. And , "people are buying them vehicles destined for rigorous termore as a first earth an a second ," she adds. bodies painted in more upbeat colors from rain , sports/utility vehicles are becoming a fashionable mode of Motor Trend states that "the typical 4x4 rosewoods to metallics. And aside from its advanced automation and stylish outward spends, on average , less than five percent travel. A vast array of multi-purpose wagons of its life with its tires muddy .. .most sports/ appearance, their interiors are just as trendy. and jeeps are emerging ; new design, feautilities will probably never make it any People are seeking plush interiors that are ture , and color options are designed to farther off-road than over the curb during an designed more for comfort with more explease motorists of every sort- not just the errant parallel parking maneuver. They tras . Options include power windows and outdoorsy ski enthusiast, but also the driver seats, air conditioning , sun roofs , door locks, probably spend more time picking up kids who wants to ride across town in spacious , than kicking up gravel." reading lights, complete sound systems, feature-laden style. Demand for these tough , roomy vehicles Though not all four-wheel drives are power steering, cruise control , and wall-towall carpeting . sports/utility vehicles , the four-wheel drive is soaring. "They have become as much Some consumers opt for customifashion statements as transportation , and now knock off more than a million zation to achieve more luxurious interiors and provide additional convensales per year- a market segment too iences that are not already available. lucrative to ignore," a local salesman Vanworks in Fort Collins can install says. Coloradans are discovering the the four-wheel drive Suburban with roominess , wide-ranging options , televisions, VCRs , captain's chairs, plush interiors, and maneuverability rear air and heat, aircraft lights above these vehicles offer, especially for !:'! .9 the seats , and much more. families . Their allure is far from being ~ confined to those living in rugged ~ Over the last couple of years, more and more women are purchasing country ; according to a recent issue ~ . sports/utilities and four-wheel drives, of Vogue, sports/utilities are the hot- ~ now constituting 30 percent of sales. test thing on the streets of Manhattan " ~~ "We're finding more females- as many this year. women as men - buying the (GMC) Mini-vans and vans are also surg- ~ Jimmy four-wheel drive," says Billing in popularity, serving as a roomier ~ . alternative to the station wagon. "No The 1990 GMC Suburban is popular with families, travelers, and ings. "Women feel safer and more confident in the four-wheel drive." one has full-sized station wagons anyskiers for added space and convenience. more," says Ken Billings, general The Jeep Cherokee and the Geo manager of Markley Motors. Vans, along market has flourished in Fort Collins. Mcleod Tracker are other common affordable fourwheel drives attracting female buyers. with the larger sports/utilities, "can haul estimates an 18-22 percent increase in fourfamily members and cargo if necessary. wheel drive sales over last year. The new Disadvantages to four-wheel drives include increased fuel consumption , higher They are more convenient in the fast-paced GMC line, Billings states , has expanded insurance, and tires that are more suslives we live, especially for families ." Markley's four-wheel drive sales by approxiThese vehicles "are like station wagons, mately 20 percent over the last year. Footceptible to wear. They are also heavier and but without the name. They're not like Nahills Chrysler Plymouth sells approximately more mechanically complex, therefore requiring more maintenance. In a 1989 contional Lampoon's Vacation tankster," says 150 four-wheel drive jeeps a month. Terry Mcleod, sales manager of Colorado The majority offour-wheel drives, Mcleod sumer report, the Chevrolet Pickup , Dodge says, are bought by managers, professionColt, Honda Civic Wagon , Toyota Corolla, Import Motors. " Toyota Pickup Truck, Buick Regal and GMC Many of the sports/utilities are available als , or blue-collar workers whose average with four-wheel drive , a definite plus. The annual income ranges between $35,000 to Suburban , were all listed as worse or much $38,000. convenience and safety of the four-wheel worse than average in frequency of repairs for 1988. drive are the initial attributes that entice All four-wheel drives have fuel-injected buyers. Because of their traction and stabilengines , adding 20 percent more power. "The little four-wheel drives are getting ity, four-wheel drives are easier to control The small V6 engines (three cylinders on bad raps because of the roll-over problem .... but I think they're no more different on ice and snow at reasonable speeds , each side) are found in the more compact Billings says , and are therefore in high vehicles like the GMC Jimmies. Larger V8 than regular vehicles except they manage demand in this region , especially for skiers. engines are found in vehicles like the GMC differently . They're just as safe as any other vehicle- it's all in how you drive them ," Mark Though best suited for rugged trips Suburban. Mcintire of Fogle Oldsmobile says. through the mountains, many people simply Shifting into four-wheel drive is simplified want four-wheel drives for a more subdued in today's automatic 4x4s by the simple pull On the flip side , the resalability of fourlife in the city . Wendy Sanchez, sales of a lever. 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market," he says. "Four-wheel drives are a high demand item . Many buy them for a second vehicle." Mcleod anticipates fourwheel drives will make up 30 to 35 percent of the market in upcoming years . A few of the popular sports/utilities, vans, and four-wheel drives and some of their features include : Chevrolet Astro van: Contains a 4.3 liter V6 engine, can tow three tons , including cargo , trailer and up to eight people. For 1990, a new extended version of the Astro van will be on the market. It will carry ten more inches of cargo space behind the third row bench seat. Also available is the allwheel drive "luxury touring" model which features a computer-controlled four-wheel anti-lock brake system. Chevrolet S-10 Blazer: Comes in handy for everyday use. It features a 4.3 liter V6 engine, and lnsta-Trac 4x4 system, a rear wheel anti-lock braking system and reclin ing bucket seats. Chrysler Eagle Talon: Contains a 2.0 liter V4 engine and provides all-wheel drive. Ford Aerostar Wagon: Contains a 3.0 liter V6 engine , can carry up to seven passengers, provides ample walk space, wide doors to the front, and a sleek compact exterior. Ford Bronco II: Works well for city driving . Sporting a 2.9 liter V6 engine, it can carry four passengers (five with the optional split back seat) , and features a computer-controlled rear anti-lock system . Geo Tracker: A compact four-wheel drive with a 1.6 liter V4 engine. It can carry up to four passengers, has reclining bucket seats, and comes in a convertible model. GMC Jimmy: Carries up to five passengers. The S-15 Jimmy contains a 4.31iter V6 engine, the most powerful and biggest V6 obtainable in a compact sport/utility vehicle . It offers an lnsta-Trac system where switching from two-wheel to four-wheel drive can be accomplished at any speed. It also features a rear-wheel anti-lock brake system (operates only in two-wheel drive) and a folding rear seat to accommodate extra luggage. GMC Suburban: Enjoyed by travelers and skiers for added space and convenience . Equipped with a 5.7 liter V8 engine, the Suburban provides a rear-wheel anti-lock brake system . The 1991 Suburban will feature a more rounded body. Toyota 4Runner: Toyota's first four-door, four-wheel drive vehicle contains an SR5 V6 engine, can carry up to five passengers, and can slip into four-wheel drive at speeds of up to 50 mph . It's said by some as "elegant enough for a black-tie night on the town" . It also features an adjustable steering wheel , fold-down split rear seat backs, and an optional sun roof.

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Preventive Dentistry for Children By Brenda Usher

"Sugar in the morning, Sugar in the evening, Sugar at suppertime... " Dr. Kent Obermann with a child patient and parent.

ugar: it's in just about everything you eat. Besides the obvious cookies and cake , you can find 路 it in milk, fruit, and even carrots . There's no way to eliminate it from your diet. But there are ways to reduce the amount of damage it can cause to your teeth to prevent tooth decay. In this day of nutritional awareness and a stimulated interest in overall health, people are turning to the prevention of medical treatment. Our teeth are no exception . They must last us a lifetime, and proper care must start at a very tender age. Pediatricians specialize in the treatment of children. The pediatric dentist focuses on the prevention of dental treatment. Their main goal is to stop cavities before they even start. And it works. According to Dr. John Bogert, executive director of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, "Fifty percent of children under the age of 12 do not have cavities ." Compare that to 30 or 40 years ago, when 85 to 95 percent of American children had cavities. A lot of positive steps have been taken during that period oftime. The general public has become more educated. Our diet and health-conscious attitude includes a smile that is both healthy and cosmetically pretty. Fluoride has been added to our water and toothpaste and in some cases , our personal hygiene regimen . Sealants cover our molars and premolars to protect them from the elements of food and bacteria. "The things that dentistry has done as a profession to put ourselves out of business are incredible," says Dr. Kent Obermann . "We really are out to stop decay." Dr. Stephen Pauly has built his entire practice around his prevention program. His staff includes a dietician who has been

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specially trained in oral hygiene. Patients are encouraged to visit his office four times a year, instead of twice. Two of these visits involve the usual exam , clean ing and fluoride . However, all four appointments include a session with the dietician. Their teeth are dyed to check for plaque. If a child is 83 percent plaque-free , four times in a row, they can earn gift certificates to EPIC or a toy store. If 100 percent, they win the grand prize , a plaque-buster T -shirt. More visits, more expense? Dr. Pauly has taken care of that, too. Four visits work out to be about two dollars more than you would pay for two routine exams. According to Dr. Pauly, his office sees 300 to 350 children a month. "Consistently, every month, over 80 percent of those visits are non-restorative type of care ; not drilling and filling," he says. Dr. Obermann feels strongly about keeping the costs affordable. He believes that sometimes parents are misinformed about the costs, and that payment can always be worked out. Fluoride has been a major factor in the eradication of decay. According to Dr. Mark Kramer, fluoridated water can reduce the risk of tooth decay by as much as 65 percent. Fort Collins has some natural fluoride , but is supplemented to bring it up to an accurate level. "In terms of percentage of population , about 61 percent of the American population is naturally or artificially fluoridated," Dr. Bogert says . Pediatric dentists encourage the use of a fluoride toothpaste . Fluoride treatments are routinely given with cleanings. In some cases, they may be added at home on a daily or weekly basis. Another big step in cavity prevention is the use of sealants. Molars and premolars are difficult to clean , due to all of their pits

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and fissures. Even the best toothbrush cannot remove all of the bacteria in these deep, narrow crevices . Sealants, a dental plastic , is applied to seal off these areas. According to Dr. Obermann , 85 percent of all cavities start in these pits and fissures. Sealants can only be applied to a cavity-free tooth , and have the life expectancy of a filling . Dr. Bogert says the profession has the technology to be cavity-free . But there still are problems. Children need to have their first visit sooner than most parents think. Fifty percent of the children under the age of three have cavities. Dr. Bogert and Dr. Obermann strongly feel that children should have their first appointment between the ages of six months and one year. This consultation can start the child and parent on the road to a clear understanding of prevention . Even though the pediatric dentist spends a lot of time teaching children how to brush their teeth, parents should do the actual brushing until the child has the right dexterity. This may vary from one child to the next; the child should be able to cut a thick piece of steak and comb their hair. No matter what age they are , however, he feels that children should be given the opportunity to work at it on their own , too . Even with good brushing, sealants , and fluoride , proper nutrition is equally important. Most dentists feel sugar, in moderation , is appropriate at times. But when sugar is allowed to sit in the mouth for long periods of time , it finds pathways to the enamel and goes to work. "It's not how much sugar you eat, it's how often ," Dr. Obermann says. Dr. Kramer recommends eating what he calls foods that are friendly to the teeth . Snacks such as cheese , peanuts, and even sugar-free gum are satisfying but not as

harmful, and reading the labels of the foods that you buy can be very beneficial. If sugar is labeled as the number one ingredient, consider something else. A big part of pediatric dentistry is orthodontia. Most children start to lose their primary (baby) teeth somewhere around the age of six or seven. During the next six to eight years, they will gradually lose all 20, which will be replaced by as many as 32 permanent teeth. At the same time, their muscles and jaw bones are growing, too. Spaces open and close. Parents view toothless smiles and crowded grins with pleasure and fear. Will my child need braces? Will I be able to prevent it? When you think of orthodontia, you may conjure up images of heavy metal that fills · an entire mouth, years of commitment, and payments that match your mortgage. Well, the field of orthodontia hasn't been sitting still during the last 30 years either. Gone are the days when a child has to wait until he's into his teens before he can start braces. In fact, if started early enough, there's a chance he may not need them at all. Early guidance between the ages of seven and 10 can intercept, minimize, and sometimes even prevent future treatment. With all these teeth coming and going, timing is very important. But sometimes, time is what a child needs for everything to find its proper place. Pediatric dentists say that space management is a key part of dentistry for

children. "It's very gratifying to catch a problem in an early stage and to be able to do something simple that prevents a child from having to experience maybe full orthodontia later on," Dr. Kramer says. "Even if you don't completely eliminate braces, you may be able to cut the treatment time in half." Dr. Dennis Brenkert, a Fort Collins orthodontist, believes approximately 70 percent of all children will need some type of orthodontic care. This does not mean full bands. In fact, the American Association of Orthodontics recommends that all children have an orthodontic evaluation by the age of seven. This doesn't mean they are jumping the gun to commit your child to six or seven years of treatment. Most orthodontist and pediatric dentists are trying to prevent just that. Why do so many children need even minor treatment? "Our diet has changed so significantly that we're much taller, much thinner, and genetically we're changing," explains Dr. Brenkert. Our jaw bones are narrowing because we're not using the system as much, so the body is deleting teeth." Traditionally, an adult can have up to 32 teeth, which can cause a great deal of crowding. Appliances can be put into place during this intense growth period to help guide and maintain tooth position. Children who suck their thumbs or fingers are also prime candidates for braces. Dr. Brenkert has several suggestions for par-

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ents to help break the habit. When a child starts sucking their thumb, especially at a very young age, put a long sock over their hand. It may frustrate them, but they will soon give it up. As children get older, there are child-proof thumb guards and even appliances that can be put in that will prevent the child from being able to suck. Dr. Pauly believes an important step to take with any orthodontic treatment is to get several opinions, as sometimes there is more than one way to approach a problem. If parents take an active role in the decisionmaking process, they will be more comfortable and satisfied with the treatment. If your teeth are straight, you have better access to clean each surface properly. Brushing, fluoride, sealants, and a balanced diet are all part of a good prevention program, not only for children but for parents, too. Our children have the opportunity to grow up without cavities, gum disease and major orthodontic treatment. It would be a shame to waste it.

Fort Collins free-lance writer Brenda Usher has written for several local publications, including Business World and Art Link magazines. She has been published in the New York Times.

Fort Collins is fortunate to have four pediatric dentists and many family/general practice dentists in our community. The pediatric dentists include Dr. William Davis, Dr. Mark Kramer, Dr. W. Kent Obermann, and Dr. Steven Pauly. Dr. Davis was not available for interview. Style does not presume to recommend a pediatric dentist. Each one provides an atmosphere of fun, while educating their patients in good nutrition, oral hygiene, and preventive care. They all also include orthodontia in their practice. Dr. Dennis Brenkert's practice is limited to orthodontia. Costs may vary and we suggest that each family make their own personal choice.

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MODIFYING HOLIDAY RECIPES By Pat Kendall and Carol Schultz

he holiday season is a special time to celebrate with friends and relatives. It's a time of partying and feasting - often more than we wish we'd done later as we struggle to lose those "holiday" pounds. Enjoying the spirit of the holidays need not be synonymous with overeating. This year as you plan food for your holiday meals and entertaining, keep in mind the health and well-being of your family and guests. With a little thought and effort you can entertain with gifts of food that are kind to your guests' waistlines, as well as their palates. First of all, plan foods with a variety of colors, textures, flavors, sizes and shapes. Include low calorie food choices in any menu you plan. This doesn't mean you can't include a few of your favorite high calorie choices- just don't make them the only ones available. Also, consider modifying some of those high calorie choices so they're better for you and your guests. Since many foods are higher in fat and calories than needed for good taste or even a quality product at our altitude, this usually isn't difficult. The recipes that follow all have been modified to limit extra fat and sugar. When planning meals and hors d'oeuvres, emphasize fresh and fresh-cooked fruits and vegetables. They add variety and color with few calories. Separate the beverage and food tables at parties. This encourages guests to mix, rather than just hold court at the food table. Be sure to include lower calorie choices at each table. For example, offer "d iet" and club soda as well as regular soda, and iced herb tea or iced lemon water as well as punch . At the food table, include an attractively arranged fresh relish tray and hors d'oeuvres made with fresh vegetables. Also, include foods which require some sort of pre-preparation or time to eat, such as fresh fruit, make-your-own sandwiches or peel and eat shrimp.

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When planning holiday dinners, choose between traditional menu items for meals. For example, serve mashed potatoes or candied yams and fruit salad or pumpkin pie, instead of some of each. Serve the meals from the kitchen or buffet rather than family style. Food not on the table is less of a temptation for the chronic overeater. Also, casually offer rather than push second and third helpings on your guests. Select between a dessert served at the table or goodies in the living room , not both. Plan a dessert that is light and watery rather than heavy and gooey. Desserts vary greatly in calorie content, depending on the amount of sugar and fat in the recipe. For example, pecan pie cut into sixths provides almost 600 calories per slice. In comparison, the raspberry chiffon pie included below provides only 235 calories per slice when cut into eighths and 313 when cut into sixths.

~ PINEAPPLE-APRICOT WASSAIL Holiday festivities and simmering hot beverages seem to go hand in hand. Here is a sugarfree combination of mulled flavors that will entice any guest. 1 quart unsweetened pineapple juice 1 quart apple cider 1-1 /2 cups apricot nectar (12 ounce can) 1 cup unsweetened orange juice 2 (3-inch) sticks cinnamon 2 teaspoons whole cloves 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg Combine pineapple juice, apple cider, apricot nectar, and orange juice in dutch oven, electric wok, or microwave-safe pitcher or bowl. A wok makes an attractive and practical punch bowl. Tie cinnamon and cloves in small bag or piece of cheesecloth. Add tied spices and nutmeg to fruit juices. Bring mixture to a boil and simmer about 30 minutes or microwave on full power (High) 7 to 9 minutes to 140 degrees F. Remove spice bag and serve piping hot. Makes 20 1/2-cup servings ; 65 calories, and no fat or sodium per 1/2-cup serving.

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In a blender jar, place egg substitute , sugar, evaporated milk, skim milk, rum flavoring , vanilla and nutmeg . Blend on high speed for two minutes. Chill in an airtight container for at least 6 hours. Before serving, mix well and top with additional nutmeg , if desired. Makes 4 1-cup servings; 180 calories, 2.7 grams fat , 3 milligrams cholesterol and 506 milligrams sodium per cup.

@(_ CHRISTMAS TREE RELISH This delightful relish tray doubles as a centerpiece for holiday luncheons , buffet parties and open houses. 1 styrofoam cone, about 10 to 12 inches high Mustard greens, chicory, or curly endive Toothpicks Cherry tomatoes Zucchini or cucumber chunks Cauliflower florets Broccoli florets Radish roses Begin at the base and encircle the styrofoam cone with a layer of greens , attaching them with wire staples or upholstery pins. Add a second layer overlapping the first. Working upward , continue adding layers until entire cone is covered . Decorate with vegetables speared with toothpicks. Set "tree" on a tall compote or footed cake stand, and position extra vegetables around the base. Place a bowl of dip sauce nearby.

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Gradually add 1 cup water, stirring until smooth. Cook over medium heat, stirring until mixture comes to a boil; boil 1 minute , or microwave on full power (High) 3 to 5 minutes , stirring every minute. Remove from heat; stir in reserved pineapple juice and lemon juice ; cool. Combine reserved pineapple, oranges, apples, bananas, pear and grapes ; sprinkle on grated fresh ginger. Pour dressing over top, tossing gently to coat. Cover and chill thoroughly. Makes 12 1-cup servings ; 105 calories and no fat or sodium per cup.

Mix all ingredients together and chill to blend flavors . Makes 1 cup (16 Tablespoons) ; 21 calories, 1.5 grams fat , and 45 milligrams sodium per tablespoon.

~GINGERED FRUIT When it comes time to entertain family and friends, make ahead recipes allow the cook to relax and enjoy the festivities. This pleasing combination of fruit flavors can be chilled in the refrigerator until the guests arrive and brunch or lunch is served. An added bonus is that there are only 105 calories in each 1 cup serving.

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This festive quick bread blends the tangy flavor of cranberries with the mild taste of banana and oats. Be sure to save time and energy by using your food processor to chop the cranberries and mash the bananas. 3/4 cup fresh or frozen cranberries, chopped 3/4 cup sugar, divided 1 teaspoon grated orange peel 1-1/4 cups flour 1/2 cup quick-cooking oatmeal 1-1 /2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 eggs 3/4 cup (2 small} mashed bananas 1/3 cup salad oil 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional} In small mi xing bowl , combine cranberries, 1/2 cup of the sugar, and orange peel ; set aside . In large mixing bowl, sift together flour , remaining 1/4 cup sugar, oatmeal, baking powder, baking soda and salt. In medium mixing bowl ,

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combine eggs, bananas and oil ; stir well with fork to combine. Add banana mi xture to dry ingredients, stirring just enough to moisten. Stir in cranberry mixture and walnuts, if desired . Pour into well greased and floured 9x5x3-inch loaf pan . Bake in preheated 375 degree oven for 1 hour or until golden brown and inserted wooden pick comes out clean. Remove from pan and cool on rack. Makes 1 loaf with 18 1/2-inch slices ; 130 calories, 5 grams fat, 30 milligrams cholesterol, and 85 milligrams sodium per 1/2-inch slice when made without walnuts.

-RASPBERRY CHIFFON PIE This light colorful pie adds the perfect ending to a special holiday dinner party. 1 9-inch pie shell, baked (see below} 1-1 /4 cups (10 ounce package} frozen raspberries, sweetened 1 tablespoon unflavored gelatin 1/2 cup water, at room temperature 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1/3 cup ice water 1/3 cup nonfat dry milk 1 tablespoon lemon juice 2 tablespoons granulated sugar Thaw the raspberries and drain , reserving the juice and saving 6 firm berries for garnish. Soften the gelatin powder in the water. Combine 1/4 cup of the sugar with the flour in a saucepan . Add the raspberry juice and softened gelatin. Stir and heat slowly until sugar is dissolved . Remove from heat and add 2 tablespoons of the lemon juice and the berries. Cool until thick and syrupy, but not set. Chill the beaters of the electric mixer. In a chilled bowl, combine ice water and nonfat dry milk. Beat until soft peaks are formed (about 3 or 4 minutes) . Add the remaining tablespoon of lemon juice and beat another 3 or 4 minutes, until stiff. Fold in the 2 tablespoons of sugar, blending well on low speed . Whip this into the raspberrygelatin mixture . Pour into baked pastry shell, and chill until firm. Makes 8 servings ; 235 calories, 9 grams fat, and 45 milligrams sodium per 1/8 pie.

~PASTRY 2 cups flour 1/2 teaspoon salt- optional 2/3 cup polyunsaturated oil 3 tablespoons cold skim milk Sift flour and salt together into mi xing bowl. Mix oil with the cold milk. Pour all at once into the flour. Stir lightly with a fork until blended. Divide into two portions . Refrigerate a few minutes to make the dough easier to work. Flatten one ball onto a sheet of wax paper or cellophane wrap. Put another sheet over top. Roll out quickly to form 11 -inch circle. Remove top sheet of paper and turn overdo ugh onto 9-inch pie plate. Remove second sheet and fit pastry into pie plate. Trim and flute edges. Keep pastry not used in the refrigerator or freezer for later use . Makes 2 9inch shells.

Pat Kendall, Ph.D., R.O., is an Extension Specialist in Food and Nutrition for Colorado State University's Cooperative Extension. Carol Schultz, M.S. , is an Extension Agent for Adult Education and 4-H Youth, Colorado State University Cooperative Extension, Larimer County.

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University Park Holiday Inn: A celebration in the grand style is yours with this package. Beginning with cocktails from 6-7 (first one's on the house) , you'll move on to ~"""'-==-.a "1 p.m. delicious dinner buffet served in the ballroom. Showtime begins at 9 sharp with a band playing hits of the '50s and '60s. Dance the night away until your complimentary bottle of champagne and party favors appear at 12. Coffee and doughnuts will be served from 2:30 a.m. For those staying overnight, you've got until 5 p.m . to check out on New Year's Day. The entire evening is yours for only $129.95 per couple , includthe New Year with STYLE! ing room . Dinner and dance only packages By Sara Wilson available also. Call 482-2626, ext. 587 for reservations. cover charge includes party favors and free Wine Cellar: A lively evening commences champagne at 11 p.m. They'll also have at the Wine Cellar with dinner served from 5drink specials throughout the evening . 12 p.m. Chefs Greg and Rod have con Reservations recommended and accepted cocted a delightful limited menu just for the after December 1 -call 482-9291. occasion , with selected a Ia carte appetizMarriott: You've got two options for celeers, salads, soups, entrees, and delicious brating the New Year at the Marriott. In desserts. Mark Sloniker will play jazz and Ganders, versatile Lonnie Miller will play the dance music; there'll be an open cash bar all night away while you enjoy a big hungry evening, and complimentary champagne at hour buffet served "all night long", with a midnight. Groups welcome. Call Nancy champagne toast at midnight and party Sevier for reservations at 226-4162 . favors; all for $18 per person or $79.90 (including a room) per couple . In the ballSara Wilson is the managing editor of room , rock in the New Year with The Old Lydia's Style. Rock Band and a full sit-down dinner, cash bar, party favors , and a champagne toast at midnight for $64 per couple or $109.90 per couple (includes room). Call226-5200, ext. 7808 for reservations Moot House: The Moot is offering a mouthwatering complete prime rib dinner including dessert and a glass of champagne from 10 p.m.-midnight for $11 .95 per person -a great option for those who want apres entertainment dining . There will be party favors and free champagne at midnight, along with innovative non-alcoholic beverages for designated drivers. Reservations accepted for couples and groups- call 226-2121. Prime Minister: Delightful dining options include a Seafood and Prime Rib buffet served from 5-10 p.m . The $16.95 per person buffet includes freshly carved prime rib , ~~RCAIV?"; crablegs , oysters on the half shell , shrimp, ~ / (~ poached salmon , and other fresh seafood, vegetables and salad. Everything on the regular menu will be available also. Party hats and free champagne will be dispensed in the bar at midnight. Groups of all sizes are welcome ; call 226-3712 for reservations . Sundance Steak House and Country 1 OLD TOWN SQUARE Club: Fort Collins' Western nightclub is FORT COLLINS, COL0!3ADO 80524 rustlin' up a Count-Down Party. Barely Gettin' By wili play from 9 p.m. on ; a $3 per person Thanksgiving t o Christmas cover includes party favors, fun and games, and free champagne at midnight, along with Monday-Saturday, 9:30-9:00 p.m. Sunday 12:00-5:00 p.m. featured drink specials. Reservations accepted for parties larger than 10 after De484-9946 cember 1; phone 484-1600.

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he soaring rate of college costs have given a whole new meaning to the term "the value of education". Over the past 10 years, college costs have continued to rise each year with current rates averaging $12,000 a year for a private university and $6,500 for the public sector. And , the Department of Education estimates that private universities will average in the $50,000 per year range and public schools will draw around $15,000 per year. Jerry Dunn , vice president of Boettcher and Company, puts it in perspective. "Col lege costs are rising at three times the inflationary rate ." The projections, he believes, make planning the order of the day for parents concerned about their children's educational future . The strength of that commitment, adds Colorado National Bank President Larry Meier, is important. "The key is the commitment to the plan ." Once both those elements are in place, "it's amazing how quickly the funds accumulate." Before a plan can be in place, however, the parents have many aspects to consider. Bob Seymour, certified financial planner with Associated Planners Group, says the first step is to look at the total amount that will be needed. "That's where people often make a mistake. They think 'If I put away $50 a month, then I'll be okay.' But you need to look further than that." Meier agrees. "You need to run some re verse mathematics and determine your goal and then see what it will take to get you there ." Dunn takes it one step further, pointing to what he calls "homework" that needs to be done. "We look at it as joint homework. Before we make a recommendation to a client, we need to learn a lot about their situation . We look at both external unknowns (outside the family unit) and internal unknowns that relate to college costs." Once we get that information , we get to the internal. The issue when you are all finished is what you are comfortable with . It doesn't do any good to explain all of the choices - it's too complex. We try to help them make comfortable decisions based on their tax situation , experience , family philosophy, and cash flow." The investment choices are many, from the simple to the complex. The following are only some of those choices. SAVINGS If you need a place to start, I view the ban k as a good place to do that," Meier says . "The bank's role in saving for the child is an intermediate step. Once the parents get the $5,000 to $10,000 nest egg , and the child has seven or eight years left, then maybe it's time to diversify."

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FINANCING YOUR CHILD'S COLLEGE EDUCATION By Kay Rios Beginning the savings account in a child's life is always a good idea. Seymour says that $25 a month started at age five would bring in around $12,000. Or $140 a month contributed in a 6.5 percent account would amount to around $40,000 after taxes. Taxes are a large consideration in any savings or investment plan . The Tax Reform Act of 1986 took the wind out of many savings and investment sales, affecting the tax rate at which a child under 14 can be taxed for unearned income. Currently, with unearned income the first $500 is tax free and the second $500 is taxed in the child's bracket. Beyond that, the parent's tax bracket is used. This has greatly affected the gifting that can occur from parent to child , and so many parents in the 28 percent-and-up bracket are looking at tax deferred and taxfree situations. PREPAYMENT OF TUITION Some states have developed plans where the parents advances a certain sum of money now, and then the state or the institution will guarantee a growth rate in that deposit to guarantee covering four years of tuition when the child reaches college . The IRS ruled that the income on the upfront payment is tax-deferred and that the tax will be computed at the child's lower rate when it comes due. There are drawbacks to the prepaid plan. If the child is not accepted or decides not to attend, the parent gets the original investment back, but loses the interest potential. LIFE INSURANCE The single premium , universal and whole life are also attractive because they will grow and you can either make withdrawals or borrow against the policy ; and , of course , death benefits are provided. Single premium is an option , says New York Life insurance and annuities representative Neil Bened ict. "It's a conservative way to go because there's no risk to the principal. But you have to start with $5,000 or more in a single premium. A lot of young couples can't do that. "

The single life premium has become a little less attractive because of the tax laws two years ago ," says Rod Wilson , regis tered representative for New York Life Securities. "There are penalties for with drawing before 591 /2." You can still borrow against it, but no longer on a tax-free basis. "Universal life is another type of permanent insurance," Wilson says. "When interest rates are high , it performs well because it is an interest-sensitive product." Benedict says the interest angle makes whole life even more attractive. "Whole life is not interest-sensitive, and that's why it's the number one seller," he says. While both universal and whole life offer retirement as well as death benefits, the difference is the flexibility. "The rates on universal are fle xible for the buyer, but the company also has the flexibility as well and can raise the rates and the premiums. Whole life is fi xed and the premium is fixed." According to Wilson , "It's based on the company's ability to invest assets and create a rate of return which can elevate. Through the bad times , whole life performs where universal fails," according to Wilson . There are advantages to borrowing against an insurance policy as opposed to taking out a regular loan at the bank, Benedict CHILD IN 7TH GRADE Accrued Savinas $50,000

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TREASURY ZERO-COUPON BONDS AND TAX-FREE ZERO COUPON BONDS Meier believes bonds are an excellent way to go. "With tax-free zero coupon, you buy a discounted instrument. You would put in $2,200 today, for example, and get $5,000 at maturity. The interest would not be taxed ." Dunn agrees that there are advantages to bonds. One plan , he says, would be to buy so many bonds each month, staggering the income that is realized as they mature. That would provide monthly income. Dunn sees the disadvantage to bonds as being the fixed rate. "If you buy a 30-year treasury bond at 8.28 percent interest, then for 30 years it will pay you 8.28 percent. But if, in five years, the new rates are 9.5 percent, then your bonds aren't worth as much." HOME EQUITY LOANS Meier says that home equity loans for education are becoming more popular. And that, again, goes back to taxes. While interest on student loans are no longer allowed as tax deductions, home equity loan interest is still allowed . "What a lot of people have done is to take advantage of student loan programs so that they don't have to pay while the student is in school. Then when the student graduates, the parent takes out a home equity loan, pays off the student loan and takes the tax advantage." It's never too late to start planning , says Seymour. As your child reaches 14 or even 17, there are options. "Look at the whole picture. Where do you stand now? How will taxes affect you? And don't overlook the talents of the child . Maybe the child is good at music or sports. You can cultivate that. We are assuming that the parents will fund everything but that doesn't have to be the case . There are financial aid packages available at each institution. And there are summer jobs that the children can get. The point is to start now and to do some planning."

Kay Rios is the mother of two children, one of whom is 14 and already looking at high-priced, "brand name" universities. Kay will finish her own masters program within the next year.

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MALCOLM FORBES, SR. One of the world's most well-known men speaks on business philosophy and his personal holiday traditions. By Sandra Cowan

Malcolm Forbes Sr. still has aspirations for himself at 70.

hat's left for a man to do who has (almost) everything and has done (almost) everything life? "To live longer, do more of the same, have more time to enjoy. Keep on doing what I'm doing. Life is for living," rejoices Malcolm Forbes. Malcolm Stevenson Forbes Sr. , philanthropist, balloonist, art collector, politician, author, chairman and editor-in-chief of Forbes magazine, reportedly worth $600 million, still has aspirations for himself at 70. He believes "the human resource is the single most fragile, most valuable asset any company has." His achievements have been in business and leadership in private and corporate philanthropy. The Forbes Foundation contributes more than $2.6 million annually to support culture , education , health , and welfare. Forbes lives in comfortable abodes in New Jersey, New York City, London, Morocco, France, Colorado, and an island in the South Pacific. He travels in hot air balloons, his 140-foot yacht, a private jet, 60 motorcycles, and several expensive automobiles. His personal wine cellar in Manhattan holds 12,000 bottles. His legendary toy collections comprise thousands of toy soldiers and hundreds of miniature ship models. Born in New York City to a Scottish father , Bertram Charles Forbes, and an American mother, he spent his youth in New Jersey. He graduated cum laude from Princeton University's Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs . After serving in World War II , he received a Purple Heart. When his father died, he as-

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sumed the position of editor for Forbes magazine and has built his publishing empire to a biweekly international circulation of over 735,000. His Colorado ties began in 1969. In a diversification of Forbes Inc. interests, he purchased the 260-square-mile Trinchera Ranch , 200 miles south of Denver. In 1981 , he acquired 140 more adjacent square miles, marketed as Sangre de Cristo Ranches, Forbes Park, and Forbes Wagon Creek Ranch . He has sponsored Colorado State University's research at his ranch . His favorite vacation places include the Trinchera Ranch in Fort Garland, Colorado, his island in Fiji, and Morocco. While speaking to CSU's 1870 Club recently and in an exclusive interview with STYLE, Forbes shared his thoughts on business. Despite the state's depressed economy, he advises Colorado businesses to "hang in there ." Depending upon the type of business, he suggests to perhaps "take on new lines. Don't roll over and play dead. Get scratching." Get with other people in the community and attract new businesses. Find a need. Allow for growth time because the business doesn't happen overnight. "When necessity is there , people exercise ingenuity. There's no certainty when things are prosperous there'll always be more of that." The industries of the '90s will spring from high-tech computers, which have a tremendous influence on every facet of the human life, standards of living, and the political process. Forbes says the high-tech era is "more, in its impact and scope , than the industrial revolution." The high-tech computer, information , and the instantaneous need of them are in such great demand that a system cannot exist with information not available through computers, sources, and resources that bring it all together. The winners in the economic competition will be "those that use the new tools better, use them for less, and evolve entirely new needs. The competition will benefit the globe. " The United States is in good shape, Forbes says. More people are working than ever before. We are in "an era that plays to strengths"- ingenuity ,"tinkerability". Prior to this time, "success made the U.S. complacent. We didn't modernize. We didn't do a lot of things the competition makes us do." Japan, Korea, and Europe awakened the country. "The U.S. is on the eve of an epic greater than any we have ever had. The battlefield is here for the economic future."

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To stay ahead, the U.S. must "be less quick to license." After competition , he suggests, lengthen the time to license something before receiving some of the benefits of manufacturing. Place less emphasis on publication journals and the daily press for quarterly earnings. "Examining why a company is up or down based on quarterly earnings versus quarterly earnings a year ago doesn't necessarily show up in the immediate future . We have to be less short-term in our thinking ." Forbes' concerns are not with U.S. inflation, but the environment. "A survey says that 96 percent of U.S. consumers will be willing to pay more if product packaging would lend itself to easing the 'greenhouse effect' - if we had less of the packaging to throw away and the packaging had a greater bio-degradable quality." Solutions are many. Coping with environmental impacts in ways that are "affordable and do not multiply the problem" have become challenges for American industry.

"The U.S. is on the eve of an epic greater than any we've ever had."

The world watches as Forbes enjoys living and spending money on such things as his $2 million birthday party. Despite public amazement at the extravagance of such a birthday bash for celebrities and friends , Forbes defends his expense as receiving "probably $100 to $200 million worth of coverage . Every story explained what Forbes magazine was and why the 300 CEOs and world- wide leaders were there ."

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Comments like "waste of money" were overlooked since "tourism went up 12 percent in Morocco." New negotiations have been started for editions in Germany, Italy, and Japan. "All around the world, they wrote about this party.l wouldn't have had a word about it if I had a tent in my back yard," he humorously adds. "It achieved a great deal." Forbes spends the holidays with his family. All his children , except one in Philadelphia, live in the same town. The children and grandchildren gather at Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter at the Forbes home. "It's a family time when we keep up the traditions. We don't go away. Christmas is totally fun because we all get together and do the same things." A special tradition they celebrate is lighting the tree that grows every year. "It's fun to get together and turn the tree on." Sometimes he gives expensive presents for Christmas, butfinds that "money makes them happy. It's fun when you have something extra you can count on ." If he had the chance to live his life over again, what would he do differently? "I suppose I could make a long list. But since I can't, I don't think much about it." Sandra Cowan is a free-lance writer based in Fort Collins. She is a frequent contributor to Style magazine.

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1919 Born August 19 in New York City 1941 Graduated cum laude from Princeton Received the Purple Heart award from World War II 1946 Married New Jersey socialite Roberta Remsen Laidlaw, together had five children 1947 Became a vice president of Forbes Inc., and associate publisher of Forbes Magazine 1954 Named editor-in-chiefof Forbes Magazine 1957 Served as state senator of New Jersey 1975 Awarded Harmon Trophy for first person to fly hot-air balloon coast-to-coast across America 1980 Decorated by France with the Order of Merit 1982 Received entrepreneurial excellence award from Yale 1983 Elected Publisher of the Year by Magazine Publishers' Association 1985 Divorced from his wife of 39 years 1989 Received Presidential Citizens Medal from former President Ronald Reagan 1989 Celebrated his 70th birthday with a $2 million party

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t's really nobody's fault, but most travelers to the Soviet Union miss the best thing the Soviets have to offer- their people. Tourists visit Red Square and the Kremlin; they attend a ballet, the Moscow Circus, a performance of Georgian folk music, and, if they're very lucky, a Russian opera; they walk for hours in the Hermitage and they see the beautiful churches and historic wooden buildings in Suzdal and the medieval city of Tallinn and stroll down the famous Arbat. They see lots of Soviet people in the hotels and airports and the wonderful Moscow subway , but they have little chance to really meet them. Time was you couldn't have talked much to the locals even if you wanted to. In the first place , they didn't speak English and you surely didn't (and still don't) speak Russian . More significantly, in the days before Glasnost, Soviets seldom spoke to foreigners, much less "Americanski", for fear of making the KGB's list of potential bad guys. But times are changing . Many of the younger Russians speak a little English and few fear reprisals for talking to capitalists. Today the trouble is not getting the Soviets to open up to you, the trouble is that you are too busy to open up to them . You've only time to be wisked from one onion-domed church to another by an lntourist guide

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convinced that nothing in your trip is as important as seeing every icon in Russia. Soviets are people you ought to get to know. They love children and flowers; strong drink, monuments, ballet, theater, opera, and good books. They love to tell jokes on themselves, their government and their leaders. They love weddings, banquets, toasts, women with bright red hair and ice cream and something called Kvas, a nonalcoholic drink that cannot be described. They are ashamed of the Stalin years but proud of most of their heritage; happy with the greater openness from Glasnost, but impatient with the slowness of Perestroika. They express an odd mixture of irritation and resignation toward daily bouts with endless lines and shortages of food and nearly all consumer goods from soap to cars. Most of all they love Mother Russia. They love the forests of birch trees and the enormous, wide sweep of the steppes, the beauty of the Caucasus Mountains; and summer's "White Nights" in Leningrad when the drawbridges go up at 2 a.m. and, unable to get home, the people party happily in the near-arctic light until the boats have all passed and the bridges go down again. We had a fascinating trip to the Soviet Union this year, traveling both with a tour and individually. Our tour was thoroughly enjoyable and, given the difficulties of individual travel in the USSR, tour travel is less expensive, less time-consuming, and certainly less frenetic . After our tour ended, we remained in Russia to see our daughter Molly and her husband, Karl Skold, who are living there for 10 months as the first participants in a research exchange agreement between Iowa State University and the Lenin All-Union Academy of Agricultural Sciences. Molly and Karl, son of Mel and Faith Skold , are the only Americans living in Stavropol , 800 miles south of Moscow, where Karl's Ph .D. in Economics is helping Soviet agriculture cope with Perestroika. Molly is teaching English and writing articles for both American and Soviet newspapers.

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Thanks to their good natures and willingness to adapt, our kids are very good ambassadors for their country. They lack for paper products, peanut butter, bananas , aspirin, and good beer; but they lack not at all for wonderful friends who look after them and help them survive the world's most frustrating bureaucracy. We benefitted from their success, and their ability to speak Russian and translate for us. Through them we were privileged to meet many Russian people. If there is one word to describe our impression of the Russians, it's generosity. When a middle-aged lady impulsively shared a bunch of fragrant lilacs with us on the Moscow subway, we could only smile and nod while trying to recall the Russian word for "thank you" . This response came much quicker when a young man brought flowers to our table in a restaurant. By the time we got to Molly and Karl's cottage , we had some badly pronounced but appropriate phrases ready for the generous welcome we received. Each day people arrived at the door with bucketfuls of strawberries and bing cherries freshly picked from their gardens. Their children shyly handed us flowers. A neighbor made us a delicious rich torte. Molly and Karl had to warn us against admiring a Russian picture, vase or whatever lest it be presented to us as a gift. We were very careful, yet still came home with

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books (printed in Russian) and a lovely hand-embroidered cloth. Russians like Americans. They probably like us more than they like Europeans. They like our blue jeans, our hamburgers, our books and our rock music, and our movies and our professional basketball. They love the Reagans and think they'll like the Bushes, too. They're very curious about our lives. Our use of credit cards is a profound mystery to them. And why don't Americans grow and can their own food? It's hard for them to comprehend the abundance we take for granted.lndividual homes, two-car families,

One of their best friends was called in the KGB and questioned for several hours about them. What was in their home? What did they photograph? What bad things did they say about the Soviet Union? Molly and Karl speculate that some Russians who are less open to them than others may be so desperate to get their own apartment, their own car, or the job they want that they take few chances with risky friendships. It may be, of course, that some simply have no interest in making contacts with foreigners- a facet of human nature common to both our countries. We were fortunate to be in the Soviet Union at a pivotal time in its history. While we were there, the Soviets held the first meeting of the Congress of Deputies, elected, except for party representatives, in really free and open elections. This was a remarkable event. The proceedings were broadcast on radio and television, and the governed paid rapt attention to them - so much attention that work and commerce suffered and the authorities announced that hereafter such proceedings will be broadcast at night rather than during working hours. Democracy, even one-party democracy, is heady stuff to Molly Skold with a torte made those who have lived their from a Soviet recipe.

dishwashers, and frequent travel are far from the reality of their lives. It is almost impossible for them to appreciate the convenience and service which are ingrained in our competitive market economy. In Stavropol, the stores close whenever clerks decide to take their breaks and the lines form, patiently awaiting their return. It is easier for Russians to understand the downside of American life: violence in the streets; AIDS; drug problems. And they think we use too much plastic and food preservatives. They probably know more about our problems with waste, pollution and the environment than they know about similar problems in their own country. Poverty and unemployment in America are no secret to them. They proudly note that, unlike us, they have no unemployment, which of course is not absolutely true, but true enough if you ignore the millions of Soviets in meaningless jobs. In our talks about their lives and ours, we found the Russians much more curious than critical, however, and far more aware of the need for reforms in their country than we expected. Old ideas die hard, and Molly and Karl have seen vestiges of pre-Glasnost harassment. Many bureaucrats are sensitive about what might be perceived as weaknesses in their system or failures of their economy.

lives in a totalitarian state, and the Soviet citizens have much to ponder and many questions to ask. Americans, they have decided, are the ones to ask, and are called on to explain and defend many notions with which our Soviet friends have little experience. Most trips to the Soviet Union are determined as much by logistical considerations as they are by the potential interest of the tourist. Places far removed from airports or lntourist hotels are seldom visited by your standard all-expense tour of the USSR. After our tour was over, we headed off to Yasnaya Polyana, Tolstoy's famous home, where our guide noted that the last Coloradan to come there was Gary Hart. (''Very nice man," she said, "What's he doing now?" We said we didn't know.) We went to Pyatigorsk, a lovely mountain town, which was the home of Lermontov (who, along with Tolstoy and Pushkin, is a great hero of Russian litera- Nancy and Tom McComb

ture), where our waiter was so thrilled to have us that he found an American flag to set on our table. Karl and his father-in-law got a trip to what was once a real communal farm, unlike the co-operative farms oftoday, where everything including even the women's dresses had been shared. No American had ever been there before. One of our highlights was an evening in a rural circus which was nowhere nearly as polished or professional as the famous one in Moscow but where, for a third of a day's pay, the Russians cheered and laughed and gasped in honest appreciation of the animals and clowns and derring-do, and where a little Russian boy we didn't know spent half the performance standing on our laps for a better view. (We wondered how many American grandmothers would trust their charges to visiting Soviets.) We know that much of the glamor of these events came from the fact that we did them on our own, but this made them no less memorable. The Cold War has lasted a long time and it's hard to believe that it may be at an end. An expatriate Russian cab driver in Philadelphia told us recently that this Perestoika was the fourth time in his lifetime that a promise had been made to improve conditions, and he didn't have any more faith in this promise than he's had in the other three. Be that as it many, and notwithstanding our obvious inexperience in these matters, we found, overall, a convincing sincerity in the will of the Soviets to continue their march to something new and better and non-confrontational. On a recent "60 Minutes" interview, Mike Wallace asked Admiral William Crowe, outgoing chairman ofthe Joint Chiefs of Staff, whether after his recent trip to the USSR he was convinced that Soviets are genuine when they profess to want to have us as partners rather than enemies. "Well," he answered, thoughtfully, "I know I shouldn't say this- but I really think they are." We think so, too.

Tom McComb is a consulting actuary and an attorney. His wife, Nancy, is a volunteer in Fort Collins. The McCombs enjoy traveling and have traveled extensively.

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THE GREAT LAND By Jim Mucklow

ew people realize the extent of Alaska's vastness: if you turned it sideways and overlaid the Souteastportion of the state with the Florida coast, the state would stretch horizontally across the lower 48 states all the way to San Diego. You cannot see the entire area on just one visit, but what you will see will captivate you . The popular Inside Passage features fjords and glaciers of staggering beauty and monumental proportions. Travel is generally excellent from mid-May through mid-September, and the most popular tourist months are July and August. One of the most exciting ways to see Alaska is by ship. Cruise atmospheres are generally informal, and the evening entertainment is outstanding. There are seven and 14-day cruises available on a wide range of ships with sailings almost daily from Vancouver to Skagway. Increasingly popular are seven-day one-way cruises which can easily be joined with additional nights and train trips from Anchorage to Fairbanks, returning by air to your home city. The 14-day cruises move at a very leisurely pace. Well-known Princess Cruises has several ships sailing in the area. The scenic value of any Alaskan trip is outstanding, but the greatest highlight of any Inside Passage cruise with a visit to the interior is the famous Glacier Bay. This wellknown national park is supervised by the National Park Service, and Park naturalists board cruise ships and lecture as the ships spend the day cruising the Bay. Passengers sail right up beside the huge glaciers and watch the beautiful dark blue glacial ice caving into the water. Only a limited number of ships are permitted into Glacier Bay, and the bay may be closed to all the larger cruise ships in the future. There are many more modes of travel in Alaska throughout the summer. Ferry systems are ideal if you're traveling by car or camper. Ferries make the same port stops as the cruise ships, but continue on a regular schedule. They offer very good discounts for senior travelers both early and late in the season. Use the scenic Alaskan highway system for your return. The Alaskan train system has been expanded to include luxury dome cars. These deluxe cars combine luxury, service , and

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360-degree views of the scenery ; they are the only cars on Alaskan rails with food freshly prepared on board. Princess' dome cars have viewing platforms on the rear, and travel through Denver in the spring of the year enroute to Alaska for the summer season. Arrangements can be made with your travel agent to see these unique cars on their Denver stopovers. The Alaskan summer season is very short and the best hotels and lodges rapidly disappear on the prime dates. Joining special group departures and combining these discounts with early bird reservation discounts gives you your best buys to Alaska, especially if you reserve by January. Consider Alaska now for your travel plans in 1990, and treat yourselfto the natural beauty of this region.

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LEONARD "YANK" BANOWETZ "/like to dress up, to put on a tux. I also like casual clothing, tweeds, cords, wools, cardigans... l'd make a good Englishman. I dress up or dress casually for the office depending on whom I'm seeing that day. I think /look the best in a tux or a uniform."

ashion philosophy from Yank Banowetz, our cover Santa and our model of the month. "Nobody really knows Yank Banowetz," Yank says with a smile. "There are about four or five Yank Banowetzes; some know one, some another." From the diversification of this energetic, talented man's interests, it's easy to see why he can make that claim. A respected attorney, devoted husband and family man , teacher, multi-faceted community and civic volunteer, veteran -Yank has had a life so full of experiences that it's virtually impossible to track them all, much less realize the complexity of the man's personality. He is known throughout the Fort Collins community for his tireless giving, especially under the guise of playing Santa during the holiday season. Born in 1921 in Coffeyville, Kansas, Yank was the third of eight children. His father worked in the local bank and was present when the Dalton Brothers were killed there during a holdup attempt. As a child, "I was always the one who got caught, always in mischief," Yank says with his characteristic grin. At age 10, Yank moved to his mother's native New Orleans. He had a boxing scholarship to Southwestern Louisiana Institute, but instead returned to Coffeyville at 18, attending junior college there. He joined the military in two ways ("there were no computers to track you and prevent that back then") -first attending Citizen Military Training Camp in 1938, where he was part of the horse cavalry, and joining the National Guard in 1939. "My first career was the service ; that's the career I chose , the one I really loved ," he says. Completing his Camp work at 19, Yank had to wait until his 21st birthday before he was eligible for a commission . Heremembers his days in the cavalry fondly, and was part of the cavalry's last horse maneuver in Minnesota in 1940. In December 1941, Yank's unit was called up. No longer cavalry , they were converted to an artillery unit. Yank's World War II experiences are "one of the high points" of his life. "It was the most wonderful experience to see people care for other people. It

taught me a lot about the values I learned at home and reinforced those values ... lovethy neighbor, visit the sick. However, combat is a very leveling experience. People came, people went, people died - you almost didn't want to get to know them after awhile. "I served a charmed life. I was wounded four times, twice seriously," he says. "Yank" was bestowed on him during commando training during the war. He has a hearing loss resulting from a 1944 war incident. "We were east of Paris, in a column, " he remembers. "The Germans were fleeing ." The Germans hit Yank's tank three times with high explosives. Yank was in the turret but managed to get out. "I felt like Big Ben was going in my head . The medics told me the bleeding from my ears would stop, and I ended up with a bottle of aspirin and a new tank. It's the one wound I got in action that I didn't receive the Purple Heart for." Yank spent some time with the British during the war, and he was decorated in 1944 by Queen Elizabeth with the highest British military honor for foreigners - the British Military Cross. Other honors include the U.S. Silver Star, the Bronze Star for Valor, three Purple Hearts, the Air Medal, and unit honors from the U.S., Belgium and France. In 1945 Yank went to Kansas State, where he met his wife, Carolyn , at the Pi Phi sorority house . Graduating in 1948, he married Carolyn , had a research fellowship at Kansas State in 1949, and completed a masters of engineering degree at Kansas State in 1951 while attending law school at the University of Kansas City. He received his law degree in 1952. Yank and Carolyn moved to Fort Collins in 1966 in search of a better environment for their growing family of four children. Yank accepted a position with First National Bank's new trust department and became the bank's internal counsel. He remained with the bank until 1979, when he went into private practice. His firm, Banowetz, Liggett and Moore, merged with Hale , Smith and Williams in 1987. Yank has worked in an "of counsel" capacity with the firm . "Professionally, I do what I want to do," he says. His areas of expertise include busi-

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ness, estate planning and probate , and real estate. "I work full time, as I'm also the trustee of four foundations and I direct their investments." One of the chief joys of his life is his involvement with the CSU Honors program. He teaches honors students at the business college on a volunteer basis, and was selected recently as honors prof of the year by the students. Teaching is one of his great loves. "I'll practice law forever, as long as I can teach and stay up to date. Involvement with youth is very important to me. I had several mentors who took the time to teach me, and I like to be able to give that back to today's youth." He has also had a very extensive 25-year involvement with Scouting and is an active Rotarian. Playing Santa for family, including his two grandchildren , friends , and others during the holiday season is very important to Yank. Initially forced to play a stand-in Santa for a children's party years ago at First National Bank, a very nervous Yank soon found he loved playing Santa for children. Carolyn sewed a Santa suit, and various members of his family have since all taken turns at playing Santa's helper for Yank as he makes his rounds during the holidays. Each year he makes a special stop at Foothills Gateway. "It's probably the toughest thing ... you really wonder if some of these children ever knew there was a Santa. But they come up to you, enjoy touching you .. .it's very moving. "I've been so fortunate. I've been shot up, shot at, cut up ; not many people who have had three purple hearts are still alive. I feel like the good Lord has really blessed me. I've been married 41 years, I have a good family, I'm comfortable . This is my way of giving back to children some of the things that I have. After all, Christmas is for children." Lydia's Style salutes Yank Banowetz and his holiday spirit. We are indeed fortunate to have such a giving Santa and citizen in our community.

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