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as many of you know, i am a firm believer that we should all give back to our community.

This belief comes from the fact that i know i’m blessed: i have four healthy, happy children, a job i love and strong faith. But, realistically, with my four children i’m not able to volunteer very much in the traditional way, so i use my magazines to give back. in every issue of Cary Living, Pinehurst Magazine and Midtown we feature non-profit organizations or sponsor events in hopes of helping these groups continue to support the community. i know the economic stresses that all of us are feeling can make it easy to say “no” to writing the same check as last year. i’d like to challenge you to find a way to give back in a way that works for you. i’m excited to introduce to you mary Jo Bukowski, one of the founders of The Brown Bag ministry. She followed her heart and now feeds 1,000 homeless and hungry people each week. Her story is inspiring and shows we can all make a difference. one of my favorite things is a good deal almost everything i own comes with a story of where and how i found it! if you’re the same way, check out “Second Time around” (p. 1 ); it’s the inside scoop on consignment and resale of everything from clothing to furnishings and jewelry. Then get ready to shop!

if your interest is in making over your look, check out “Beauty & The Boost” (p. 0). Five must-see makeovers on five real women in their 30s, 0s and 0s. The salons share their secrets for beautiful hair and makeup.

We are excited to be working with the Holly Springs Farmers’ market. This issue they help us get ready for summer corn, a favorite. Turn to “Farm Fresh” (p. 32) for recipes and trivia. and i have good news! The nc Press club recently recognized our writer christa gala with five first place awards, one second and one third. christa has been writing professionally for 11 years and has been working with Cary Living since its inception in 200 . congratulations!

Thank you for the many emails and letters – please keep them coming, we love hearing from you. let us know what you think of this issue of Cary Living and please share your story ideas with us. gina Pearce stePhens, Publisher/Partner 1 Six Forks road | Suite 20 raleigh, nc 27 0 1 -7 2- 710 | gina@caryliving.com

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MAY | JUNE 2010

features “Summer is filled with breaking the rules and standing apart, ignoring your head and following your heart.”

– Author Unknown

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| Because we can

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| The charming life

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| unique gifts for dad

Meet Mary Jo Bukowski, who turned 20 sandwiches into a thousand for the Triangle’s homeless and hungry.

The inside scoop on consignment and resale of clothing, home furnishings and jewelry.

Taking a look back at the history of the charm bracelet, and its resurgence in today’s jewelry market.

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Five real women, five must-see makeovers.

A reluctant griller leaves the kitchen and heads into the flames.

For a day of family fun, it’s time to think outside the Triangle.

Gifts every dad would love.

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The Brown Bag Ministry started in Apex with twenty sandwiches.

Today, its reach is wide. Five years old, the non-profit feeds more than a thousand people a week and teaches those of all ages that giving feels good.

because we can

By Christa Gala

A few things surprised me about making more than 1,000 bologna sandwiches.

The first is that this Herculean task is even accomplished every Saturday at St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church in Apex. The second is that it only takes about an hour to make that many sandwiches. And the third…well, the bologna smell sticks around longer than you’d think.

But not as long as the smiles on the faces of the volunteers – from age 5 to 85 – who show up to make the sandwiches. And not as long as the energy of countless drivers who pick up hundreds of sandwiches to deliver to housing projects, charitable organizations and soup kitchens all over the Triangle.

Brown Bag Ministries, the brain child of Mary Jo Bukowski and Patricia Hartley, is responsible for filling the rumbling bellies of the Triangle’s poor and homeless every single week for the past five years. Each brown sack contains a bologna and cheese sandwich, fruit, granola bar, cheese and crackers, dessert and a bottle of water.

Each Saturday at 9 a.m. about 50 volunteers arrive to help unload supplies, make sandwiches and stuff sacks. Some are members of St. Andrews and other local churches; others are from Teen Corps, Girl Scout troops and the Cary YMCA’s Indian Guides and Princesses programs.

After all the pick-ups are made, a handful of Brown Bag volunteers drive to Moore Square in downtown Raleigh, where the last 250 sandwiches are given away.

Some of the recipients start eating right away; others save their bags to get them through the weekend.

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‘Feed mY Poor’ For a long time mary Jo Bukowski, a devout catholic and member of St. andrews, had a feeling in the pit of her stomach, a calling, that she should be doing something more. But she ignored it for a while – three years, actually.

Then she and Hartley went on a silent retreat in Bethesda, maryland – only Bukowski didn’t know it was silent until after they’d arrived and Hartley broke the news. “i thought she was joking,” says Bukowski.

“For me to be silent for three days is almost impossible.’”

The priest opened with a question: “How do you know, love and serve god?” For the rest of the silent weekend, Bukowski and Hartley contemplated that theme. Bukowski said god spoke to her during the silence. “all He said was, ‘Feed my poor,’ she says. “and all i kept thinking was ‘you must be joking.’ it was overwhelmingly powerful. it took away that uneasiness in the pit of my stomach. it was in my head: feed the poor, feed the poor.” after the retreat, Hartley and Bukowski went to a restaurant and wrote out their mission statement on a napkin: “it was simple: provide bag lunches to the homeless and those living in poverty.

Then we just started planning. We had no clue what we were doing,” says Bukowski.

The experience gave gray a new perspective, too. “i was struck by the clear difference between my reaction and mary Jo’s reaction. at moore Square, seeing the folks who were in need overwhelmed me. i was surprised how sad i was – and then awestruck at the contrast with mary Jo, a battle-tested veteran who undertook this job with such utter joy.”

neW PersPeCtiVe Philip gray, 40, and his eight-year-old daughter, caison, volunteered at Brown Bag ministries recently through the cary ymca’s indian Princesses program. in addition to making sandwiches and stuffing bags, the two followed Hartley and Bukowski to moore Square. “caison loved it,” says gray. “She handed out the brown bag lunches to needy families for over an hour. i could really see her having her heart open to an experience she had never participated in before. She enjoyed and had a real satisfaction in helping those in need; however, she was also a little sad and confused, and wanted to know why these folks needed basic things such as a lunch.”

‘WheneVer a need has arisen, it’s Been Filled’ you need a lot of supplies to make 1,000-plus brown bag lunches.

Bimbo Bakery in raleigh each week donates enough bread and desserts to fill a conference table. austin Quality Foods in cary used to donate crackers, but policy changed and the company is only able to donate to the Food Bank, so Bukowski heads there each week. “a lot of the food i can buy for 18 cents a pound,” says Bukowski of making Food Bank purchases. “it’s not a lot of money, but it’s stuff we didn’t have to buy before that we have to buy now.” a St. andrews’ parishioner donates about 600 bananas each week, as does a Farmer’s market vendor.

Mary Jo Bukowski in front of the lunch truck that delivers thousands of sandwiches each week to the homeless and underserved.

Old and young alike work on the sandwich assembly line for Brown Bag Ministries.

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Philip Gray and his daughter, Caison (bottom left), volunteered through the YMCA’s Indian Princesses program. Also pictured: (left) Luke Gray and (right) Chandler Gray.

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“You don’t really understand the magnitude until you actually experience it. The amount of food that we need on a weekly basis is astronomical,” says Bukowski. “There are times when I just look at all the food that comes in and I’m overwhelmed. Sometimes I get tears when I see all the people that are willing to come out and spend a Saturday morning. A lot of them are little kids who could be at home sleeping or watching cartoons, and here they are with us.”

Every Friday, a ministry volunteer goes to ALDI to buy 89 packages of bologna. The next stop is BJ’s, where 10 to 15 boxes of sliced cheese are purchased, each with 130 slices. Last year, Brown Bag Ministries had a donation of 21,000 bottles of water.

Recently, the ministry was awarded a $3,500 grant from Wachovia Bank that will be used to purchase more water at cost from a Durham distributor. Jersey Mike’s on Hwy. 64 in Apex’s Lake Pine Plaza donates 125 sandwiches once a month for distribution at Moore Square. “We get donations coming in on a regular basis,” says Bukowski. “Everything is donated and everything is volunteered. We have no paid salaries.”

Big dreams Brown Bag Ministries has come a long way in five years. Not only does it have the capability to make 1,500 sandwiches each week, it also prepares a hot lunch downtown for 200 people on the first and third Saturdays of the month. The ministry plans to open satellite pantries in both Wendell and the Wake Forest/Rolesville area.

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If you want to help:

Brown Bag Ministries What: Preparing and distributing more than 1,000 brown bag lunches every week to the hungry.

Where: St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church in Apex.

When: Saturdays, 9 a.m.

How: To volunteer or donate, visit www.brownbagministry.org/ Contact: Mary Jo Bukowski at 367-0766 or email BrownBagMinistry@yahoo.com Weekly needs: Ham, turkey, bologna, sliced cheese, fruit, granola bars, individual packages of cheese and crackers, chips or pretzels, napkins, hot and cold cups, foam plates and bowls.

There’s one more thing. While Bukowski heard “Feed my poor,” Hartley heard, “Shelter my poor.” Both Bukowski and Hartley hope one day the ministry will build a homeless shelter. They hope to raise $2 million in $2 increments. Since the fall of 2009, Brown Bag has banked $25,000 for the cause.

That doesn’t seem like a lot considering the final goal, but then again, Brown Bag Ministries went from making 20 sandwiches to more than a thousand. Anything’s possible.

In September of 2009, Mary Jo Bukowski was named Apex Citizen of the Year by the Apex Chamber of Commerce for her efforts in launching and operating Brown Bag Ministries.

“Mary Jo was nominated by more than 40 individuals,” says Brenda Steen, executive director of the Apex Chamber of Commerce. “We have never had such a response for any of our awards.

Mary Jo does not work for accolades; she truly cares about the homeless in our area and was very surprised and humbled to receive the award.

“She is loveable because her heart and soul are in the right place,” continues Steen. “She has the peace so many people are searching for and she earned that peace by caring about others, and not being afraid to act on that concern. She will beg anyone for money to build the homeless shelter, and she is not afraid to ask. I admire her tenacity.”

Bukowski has never been a stranger to poverty or of giving to others. She grew up poor in Chicago, one of six children.

“We always had food on the table,” she says. “My father always had a pot of soup or stew, and he was always feeding the neighborhood. Looking back, I didn’t realize how poor we were. We were on food stamps, and I got free lunches in school. But I just thought that was normal.”

In July, Bukowski is getting married, and in October she’ll move to New Zealand, leaving the ministry in capable hands.

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“She’s in denial,” says Bukowski. “I’m torn. Everyone is sad about me leaving, and I am too. I tell everyone this isn’t my ministry, it’s God’s ministry. I’m not giving it up. There are poor everywhere so we’ll just take this ministry globally, and I’ll see what I can do down in New Zealand.”

Every Saturday morning, about 50 people gather at St. Andrew’s Church in Apex to make sandwiches and stuff brown bag lunches for the homeless.

Lessons learned My six-year-old son, Tyler, and I volunteered with Brown Bag Ministries recently. We learned a lot more than how to make a bologna sandwich.

He learned competence, looking proud as he laid cheese slices atop bologna, his little hands bathed in plastic gloves. He learned patience, wrestling countless sandwiches into baggies. He learned the satisfaction that comes with reaching a goal, checking in with the official sandwich counter—there really is one!—and reporting back to me in intervals. “We have 600 sandwiches. We have 825. Keep working!”

And I learned that the server, quite possibly, gains more than the served. I worked alongside my son and taught, finally, by example. We were standing at the curb when a van pulled up to collect some of the sandwiches.

“Thank you, thank you,” they called to us. “Who are the sandwiches for, again?” Tyler asked.

How to explain? “You know how we go to bed every night, and we’ve had a good dinner and a hot bath, and we thank God for all of these things?” I asked.

“Yes.” “Some people don’t have the money for these things, and they go to bed hungry. It’s an awful feeling to be hungry. God can’t actually make sandwiches for them, but he hopes those of us here on Earth who are already full will do it for him,” I said.

I don’t know if it sunk in or not. It’s hard to tell. But maybe I planted the seed that it’s good to take care of others.

Because we can.

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Get the inside scoop on the consignment and resale of everything from clothing to home furnishings and jewelry.

By KRISTY STEVENSON

Peddling high quality goods at often drastically reduced prices, today’s resale and consignment shops have become more mainstream than ever. The resale market is blossoming thanks to value-conscious consumers. Shoppers love a bargain, and as disposable income is harder to come by these days, the public is keenly aware that resale shopping means higher quality for less money. With more than 25,000 resale, consignment and thrift shops across the United States, mammoth online markets such as eBay and craigslist have made the idea of resale even more customary. and, of course, there are those who just enjoy the thrill of the hunt.

While many businesses have been forced to close their doors, resale remains healthy and continues to be one of the fastest-growing segments of retail. is your home filled with the unworn and unwanted? With new stores entering the market and current establishments opening additional locations, the industry has experienced a growth of approximately five percent per year for the past three years. according to the association of resale Professionals, “resale shopping attracts consumers from all economic levels.

There is no typical resale shopper, just as there is no typical resale shop. no one is immune to the excitement of finding a treasure and saving

money. Shrewd shoppers take advantage of the opportunity resale offers to save money on apparel, furniture and other consumer goods.” america’s research group, a consumer research firm, found that approximately 1215% of americans will shop at a consignment/ resale store at least once a year. That is compared with 21.3% in major department stores, 19.6% in apparel stores, 16-18% in thrift stores, and 11.4% in factory outlet malls.

The Triangle is fortunate to have a growing number of consignment opportunities already favored by the savvy shopper. Whether you’re interested in buying or selling, take a look at who’s in your backyard: ADORE DESIGNER RESALE BOUTIQUE With an assortment of ladies’ and juniors’ designer clothing and accessories, aDorE Designer resale Boutique brings samples, overstocks and resale to their own affordable and hip atmosphere. as the resale market continues to grow, aDorE is pleased to introduce “consignment virgins” to the wonders of fashion, quality, and bargains. “our goal is to dress our customers in fabulous clothes and help them look posh for less,” says owner nancy alinovi.

Jimmy Choo bag – Retails for $1,000, sells for $219. Bilingual purple silk dress – Retails for $240, sells for $84.99.

Kate Spade sandals – Retails for $298, sells for $59.99. Available at ADORE Designer Resale Boutique.

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receipts indicate that many higher-end shoppers are incorporating her store into their routine – whether it be shopping, consigning or both. The strained economy has taught people to be more conscious of what they spend, but consumers are learning that they don’t have to sacrifice style to do so.

Dresses are a hot item for the boutique – from funky to cocktail – as well as trendy tops and designer jeans.

“We play up ‘glam’ in our store and the customers seem to really like it,” alinovi says. Treating yourself to a designer purchase, even a pre-owned one, is an indulgence to be enjoyed and celebrated. Designer handbags are also some of their very best sellers: from coach, michael Kors and cole Haan up to gucci and louis vuitton.

Top quality in designer duds is a bonus to customers and consignors, alike. Distinctive merchandise equals happy shoppers and more money in seller’s pockets. most designer clothing holds its value, and couture’s value can actually go up. “The best bargains to be found are the designer tailored suits, jackets and dresses that have made it to mark down,” says alinovi. “a bargain on timeless quality – now that is value for your money.” aDorE gives you the option to consign, sell on the spot, or have them visit your home to determine salability of large lots. Details can be found on their website, www.adoreboutiques.com. “We love pristine vintage, the fashion forward and the unusual!” says alinovi. They

also host girls’ night out parties and other special events to make your shopping experience memorable and fun.

ANNIE’S ATTIC annie’s attic specializes in upscale women’s clothing and accessories (but carry some girl’s as well) – from J. crew and ann Taylor all the way up to Diane von Furstenberg, St. John and misook. “it runs the gamut,” says owner rebecca chapman. “i have grandmothers, their daughters and granddaughters who can all shop in my store,” she says.

The store is color-coded, clean and organized. annie’s attic stays up-to-date on the labels and brands – what you can purchase them for on sale as well as on the internet – so that they may pass along savings. visit their website for more: www.myanniesatticonline.com.

Diane Von Furstenburg dress – Retails for $300-350, sells for $95. Betsy Johnson shoes – Retails for $150, sells for $85. Available at Annie’s Attic.

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“With the economy the way it is, we have seen people who have never shopped consignment before come into our store,” chapman says. “our sales on high-end items – nanette lepore, Trina Turk, lacoste – are up as young women discover that they can get a $300 lilly Pulitzer dress for $60. it’s a big score if you find something in your size, that you love, and it’s in great condition.”

Building a wardrobe with simple pieces is the best strategy as quality garments, handbags, and jewelry all hold their value. and trends show that it’s the higher-end labels that professional women really want. chapman is quick to mention that consigning is also a smart financial move because the money you earn (up to a certain amount) is tax free and does not have to be claimed.

“The process gets you into good habits of cleaning out your closets and keeping yourself organized, and you’ll have money coming in, too,” she says.

GORGEOUS GOWNS & WEDDING DRESSES CONSIGNMENT BOUTIQUE as a consignment boutique specializing in bridal, formal, and prom gowns, gorgeous gowns and Wedding Dresses offers an economical alternative to the expense of purchasing these garments and related accessories. also featuring bridesmaid, mother of the bride, debutante, and flower girl attire, dresses are available in full-, tea-, and short-lengths. most bridal gowns are priced at half their original retail value (or less) and come from popular designers. visit the shop’s website for a complete listing, www.gorgeousgownsanddresses.com. The boutique offers the same level of service as any regular bridal shop, including on-site alterations, and carries a wide range of sizes plus veils, slips, corsets, gloves, shoes, bridal jewelry and tiaras. as an added bonus, they now also offer tuxedo rental.

Black and pink Milly dress – Retails for $190-250, sells for $59. Available at Annie’s Attic.

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“Because bridal and formal wear are occasionspecific (i.e., weddings, proms, and debutante balls which occur regularly), merchandise moves consistently,” says owner liz Pogue. “and as formal wear is only worn for a short time, it is also often in excellent condition,” she says. When your event is over, consider consigning your look and pocketing enough money to buy something for your next big occasion. current styles (as recent as the last three years) hold their value and are more in demand – bringing a better price. Their inventory ranges from trendy to classic, and includes halter, spaghetti strap and strapless designs – as well as some with wraps or jackets. customordering is also available.

“For customers on a budget, consignment allows them to choose wisely and still have their dream wedding or formal affair,” says Pogue.

PETERSON’S CONSIGNING DESIGN consigning Design accepts men’s wear and ladies’ apparel in addition to home furnishings and décor. With over 14,000 square feet, the shop features furniture downstairs, and clothing (from liz claiborne to St. John), evening wear, shoes, and handbags in the upstairs loft. visit their website for a peek at the current inventory: www.consigningdesign.com.

Furniture is a big mover for the store – everything from dining room sets to armoires. Selection changes daily, though, and the best items don’t stay long. “We’ve seen some great deals for both buyers and sellers,” says owner Jeff Peterson.

Amalia Carrara wedding gown – Retails for $3,000 and up, sells for $450. Caparos satin pump – Retails for $50, sells for $25. Purse – sells for $24.

Available at Gorgeous Gowns & Wedding Dresses Consignment Boutique.

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With a stock fabric and re-upholstery service on-site, sellers can request new covers for their dining room chairs to give them a fresh look before hitting the sales floor. additionally, the service may add swatches of fabric to a sofa to give buyers options as they shop. “classics always sell better than something that was trendy at the time,” according to manager Sandy West. “a 20-year-old Queen anne looks the same as one in the showroom today.” and in this area, contemporary doesn’t seem to sell as quickly as the traditional. name brands – Timberlake, Southwood, Thomasville, Henredon, Pottery Barn, Henry link and more – are timeless and hold their value. Well-made area rugs, oil paintings and other art are also hot tickets.

West calls consignment shopping the ultimate treasure hunt. “We attract the frugal shopper,” she says of their 60-70% markdowns. and business remains steady. “Even with the state of our economy, people still want to make changes. We can help them do that.”

SELLER’S GUIDELINES if you’re new to the consignment regimen, we recommend visiting several stores to find one that works for you. clothing items must be freshly laundered and pressed or dry-cleaned before being brought in for sale. The best sellers check the neck, cuffs, and hem; no stains or tears, no cooking or smoke odors. Handbags and shoes should be cleaned on the inside and out, and all accessories should be bagged. Prep work is to your benefit as the sooner your items are put out on the sales floor, the quicker you get paid. additionally, store owners have a lot of dealers or resellers to keep track of, so having your merchandise sorted and labeled correctly benefits your bottom line. a little elbow grease goes a long way – one merchant even likened it to staging your home for a real estate transaction. When selling, just remember to look for the same quality you would expect in a purchase. an appointment is often required, and price points are usually set by the store, although there are exceptions. Please ask upfront exactly what kind of merchandise is accepted, what is expected of you as a seller, how long your items may be on the sales floor before they are marked down, and what happens if items don’t sell. a good reseller will walk you through the process and make every effort to move your merchandise so you will work with them again. a clean house, quiet mind, and hearty check will make it all worth your while. as a final thought, bear in mind that by joining the consignment revolution, you are re-purposing a number of assets. as a buyer, local purchases leave less of a carbon footprint on the planet and put more money back into your immediate community. and as a seller, you’ll learn that consigned items that do not sell are often donated to worthwhile charities and non-profit organizations. That kind of deal is enough to put a smile on any shopper’s face.

Ceramic Buddah Signed Statue – Retails for $225, sells for $40 each. Buffet Table Lamp – Retails for $110, sells for $49 each. Available at Peterson’s Consigning Design.

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By KRISTY STEVENSON

Taking a look back at the history of the charm bracelet, and its resurgence in today’s jewelry market.

any Southern belle will recognize the charm bracelet as a piece of decorative jewelry worn around the wrist that carries personal charms (i.e., decorative pendants, trinkets, or beads) that often signify important things in the owner’s life. The first recognizable charm bracelets and necklaces emerged during the age of Egyptian Pharaohs. and throughout history, variations of the bracelet can be found everywhere from the roman Empire to the middle ages to the renaissance era.

The end of World War ii, however, marked the explosion of charmed jewelry as we know it today. Soldiers leaving Europe and islands in the Pacific purchased little handmade trinkets as gifts to bring home to their sweethearts. native craftsmen fashioned small bits of metal into tiny replicas of items common to the locale. Women loved the idea of a bracelet full of charms because of their sentimentality. Enterprising jewelers in the States quickly picked up on the trend to create charms for all occasions.

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Trollbeads bracelet, sold at Swagger

Beyond Words charms, sold at Carolina Silver

The look began to disappear from the fashion scene during the early 1970s when disco and bare gold chains became the rage. By the mid-1980s, bracelets that had been out of circulation for decades were showing up in antique stores and flea markets – much to the delight of enthusiasts. and the boom in collectibles in the 1990s caused demand for vintage charms and charm bracelets to skyrocket. a gold charm purchased for $10 in 1950 now easily commanded $70-$80. vintage charms with moving parts often sold for over $100 apiece and were highly prized by serious collectors. Even with the advent of massive buying and selling arenas like eBay, prices for vintage gold charms remain strong and show no sign of decline. as recently as 2001, the fashion industry again discovered the lure of the charm bracelet with modular pieces that built on the success that ‘add a Bead’ necklaces had in the 80s. local jewelry aficionado melissa messer is a self-proclaimed Trollbeads addict. “For some people, it’s shoes or purses. For me, it’s my Trollbeads,” she says. The proud owner of two charm bracelets and a necklace, messer studies the catalogs to find pieces that are not only beautiful but have special significance. one of her favorites is the ‘pax’ bead featuring a dove with an olive branch in its mouth and its wings wrapped around the Earth. “That’s more than just your traditional peace sign,” she says, “and the colors of the glass beads speak to me.” as a nurse who has worked in pediatrics as well as labor and delivery, messer is also drawn to the ‘woman’ bead which illustrates the transformation through the different phases of womanhood. “From playing with dolls, to coming into your own, to having a baby – i understand how powerful women are in their own right. That bead spoke to me because it applies to events in my life,” she says.

u SWAGGER GIFTS Trollbeads “The Original since 1976.” It’s no coincidence that Trollbeads tagline is “Every story has a bead,” because every one of the beads has a story associated with it – from the ‘three siblings’ and ‘faith, hope and charity’ to the ‘forget me not.’ Each bracelet is unique and tells your story. For example, my husband and I recently moved out of the country. The day before I left, my mother gave me the ‘forget me not’ bead. Now, every time I look down at my bracelet I think of her and it makes me happy.

We offer a variety of beads and believe people purchase the silver, gold, and silver/gold combinations for the story and the colorful Italian glass beads because of their beauty. Some shoppers start with a favorite color and continue with that theme, while others simply collect what they like and then switch beads to match a mood or attire.

Swagger recently created a “What’s Your Story” scrapbook so customers can show off their bracelet, identify favorite beads, and reveal why their bracelet is special to them. It has been a lot of fun for us getting to know the Trollbead community.

Melissa Messer’s Trollbeads bracelet

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(Top) Lorna Lodholz’s charm bracelet, made at Stonehaven Jewelry Gallery; (Right) Rembrandt charms, sold at Stonehaven Jewelry Gallery u STONEHAVEN JEWELRY GALLERY Rembrandt and custom designs We offer Rembrandt charms in a wide selection of everything from locations, sports, and hobbies, to children and anniversaries. Each is available in gold, white gold, or silver.

But the handmade charms are where our heart is. When my wife and I were saving for a new house, we decided not to buy each other anything for Christmas that particular year. Still, we thought it important for our children to see us exchange gifts. I joked of getting her an empty box and putting it under the tree – so I made her a gold box charm with a tiny scroll inside that said what she means to me.

Our store is set up to do very unique and special pieces for special occasions. Jewelry has less to do with the actual jewelry than it does with the sentiment behind it. A charm bracelet literally is the story of someone’s life. Each piece needs to be as special as she is.

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During the Triangle snowfall in January, messer was stranded at the hospital where she works for two days and three nights – by the time she left, she was both physically and emotionally exhausted. But with a stop by her favorite jewelry vendor for a little retail therapy, she bounced back quickly. applying her own life experiences to every purchase, messer takes comfort in letting the beads tell her story.

“They just make me happy,” she says.

Her most beloved item is a mother’s bracelet, which she believes is akin to a mother’s ring. When messer’s first charm bracelet (adorned with traditional charms) became quite full, she wanted something new. She chose blue glass beads in honor of her son’s birthstone, initials that spell out his name, the ‘yin and yang’ to mark his black belt accomplishment, and a ‘planet’ bead signifying that he is her world.

“He’s always with me,” she says, “i never take it off.” cary resident lorna lodholz has a charm bracelet unlike any other because her charms are custom-made. Her husband is a jeweler – and a romantic – and he started her brac elet when they were married only a short time. Each dangle holds a memory that’s wo-

Pandora bracelets, sold at Carolina Silver

u CAROLINA SILVER Pandora and Beyond Words Pandora charms are threaded in the center and can be easily twisted onto a bracelet in any arrangement, without the need for soldering. Anyone can put it on; you don’t have to take it to a jeweler. The design allows the charms to move freely and rotate slightly with the wrist’s movement.

We are the oldest Pandora distributor in Wake County and feature it because of its versatility – it’s like a scrapbook for your wrist. Build unforgettable moments with the affordable luxury of Pandora jewelry.

Beyond Words, the second brand we carry, is comprised of traditional charms with feel-good quotes and slogans. As your collection grows, bracelets are easily converted to necklaces. From friendship, to spirit and scripture – create your special message with this brand.

Anyone can make a statement, but something truly well said resonates.

Beyond Words products are designed to deliver an unforgettable moment that travels with you.

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u IVY COTTAGE Brighton and Trollbeads

Brighton charms and pendants, sold at Ivy Cottage

“Whatever your style, personality, career, or mood, Brighton accessories are designed for you!” Ivy Cottage has carried Brighton for many years, so people come to them for it. It’s a lower price point than most charms, and from the beads, to the traditional dangles, to monogrammed charms, it’s interchangeable with other bracelet brands. The large monogram bead, inspired by men’s vintage cufflinks from the Art Deco period, is one of their best sellers. It’s an uppercase sculpted silver letter with tiny Swarovski crystal accents and a circular brushed gold encased frame.

Charmed jewelry can be a nice complement to stacked bracelets. They are also the perfect addon gift for husbands – bestowing charms for the bracelet of your favorite gal is always a gift that’s cherished and appreciated.

The brand has a loyal following – from handbags, wallets, clutches, and every accessory you can think of. If you’re a Brighton person, you will love their charms.

ven into their years, and the completed piece tells the story of their life together. “One of my favorite charms was made when our daughter was born,” Lodholz says, “It’s a little gold replica of her baby carriage with a moving canopy and wheels that turn.” The bracelet also sports the very first ring her husband ever made when he apprenticed as a jeweler, a dancing couple to mark the 10-year anniversary of their first date, an engagement ring marking the 10-year anniversary of the night he proposed, a family charm featuring all five members, and an N.C. State strutting wolf. “A lot of the charms are from really great moments in our lives,” she says.

“The bracelet is something that I wear three or four times a week – it’s not kept for special occasions,” Lodholz says. “That way I always feel like I have a piece of everybody.”

And it’s a conversation piece for her when people ask about it. Lodholz feels that it’s a really nice way to walk through the memories of her family’s life together. “I love it because it’s not like anybody else’s,” she says.

She hopes the bracelet will become a family heirloom as the charms will be passed down to her daughters. “The kids enjoy it, too. They will sit with me, look at it and say ‘remember when…’”

Lodholz likens the way she feels about jewelry to the way she feels about fine china. “I don’t want to pass something down to my kids and have them say, ‘Well, I never saw mom wear that – or those are dishes that we never used.’ I’m a big believer in making things a part of your everyday life and enjoying them.”

Brighton charms and bracelet, sold at Ivy Cottage

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| wine review

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Cooking on a grill is my favorite part about summer. I love food rubbed, marinated, slathered, and dripping in yummy sauce. It can be challenging to select a wine that can compete with barbecue sauce, with its smoky, spicy, and typically sweet flavors.

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A young, bold, fruity and spicy red wine, such as Zinfandel, Syrah or a Vin de Pay’s should stand up to the barbecue flavors.

Chianti, Barbera and Tempranillo, with their higher acidity, will also handle tomato-based sauces.

Grilled meats taste better with young Cabernets and Merlot. Burgers, hot dogs and sausage are wonderful with any young red wine … pick your favorite.

Pinot noir, just slightly chilled, is mine.

oWnER, SIP…A WINE STORE

2008 tarrica pinot noir | $13.99 Monterey California – This Monterey Pinot noir is very impressive and less than $15. Garnet color, aromas of fresh cherries, dried cranberries, cinnamon and vanilla. The palate is juicy and the finish is round with lively acidity.

A nice complement to dry rubbed salmon, grilled portabella mushrooms or your favorite hot dog.

2008 muga Rose | $9.75 Rioja, Spain – This Garnacha blend is pretty and pink, but don’t let the delicate color fool you. It is has bold aromas of watermelon, rose, tangerine and apple. Crisp on the palate, but focused and intense on the finish. My favorite summer Rose, and it’s awesome with anything smothered in barbeque sauce.

2006 forty five avenue merlot | $9.50 California – This is 100% estate fruit at its best. Fresh raspberry aromas only tease; the flavors develop to reveal plums, blackberries and some smoky flavors. The finish is balanced and impressive. It will make you love Merlot again. This wine would love to impress a grilled lamb loin, a cherry glazed duck breast or some grilled swordfish.

2008 Domaine de Ballade Blanc | $9.99 Cotes du Gascogne, France – A lively French white from the southwestern region and a blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Colombard. Lively with incredible aromas of Meyer lemon, jasmine and green herbs. Creamy and rich in the mouth, but with a dry finish balanced with crisp acidity and a light minerality. Bring on the clam bake – grilled lobster and oysters would complete well.

2007 Clif Bar “the Climber” Red | $12.50 California – An exciting blend of Zinfandel, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petite Sirah. Its lively aroma of blackberry, cinnamon and black pepper spice, draws you in, but it’s the rich mouthfeel and bright raspberry and black cherry flavors that will keep you coming back for more. This red will complement barbeque ribs, herbrubbed pork chops and lamb kabobs.

2008 pedroncelli Chardonnay | $9.75 Dry Creek Valley, California – A landmark California winery that makes very food-friendly wines. Their 2008 Chardonnay is crisp and refreshing. Pleasant aromas of melon, lemon and mandarin zest, with a balanced mouthfeel and crisp and dry finish. An uncomplicated summer white, perfect with grilled sea bass, chicken and a lobster roll.

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dining in the

field Thursday, May 27, 2009

Mark Elliot, owner and chef of Elliotts on Linden, is taking dinner to the field to support the Sandhills Children’s Center. Thursday, May 27, 2010 Elliott and his sous chefs will prepare a 4-course dinner under the trees at Sandy Woods Farm off Linden Road.

Proceeds benefit Sandhills Children’s Center.

The event will be held on Sandy Woods Farm. $125. Limited space available, purchase tickets at Elliotts on Linden For more information, call 910.215.0775.

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• 8 ears fresh corn in husks • 1 red bell pepper, diced • 1 green bell pepper, diced • 1 red onion, chopped • 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro • 1/2 cup olive oil • 4 cloves garlic, peeled and minced • 3 limes, juiced • 1 tsp white sugar • 1 Tbsp hot sauce • Salt and pepper to taste

Did you know corn is America’s number one field crop? Corn leads all other crops in value and volume of production.

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The height a typical corn plant can grow. A healthy corn plant’s root system will reach about 6-1/2 feet into the ground!

Place the corn in a large pot with enough water to cover, and soak at least 15 minutes. Preheat grill for high heat. Remove silks from corn, but leave the husks. Place corn on the preheated grill. Cook, turning occasionally, 20 minutes or until tender.

Remove from heat, cool slightly and discard husks.

Cut the corn kernels from the cob and place in a medium bowl. Mix in the red bell pepper, green bell pepper and red onion. In a blender or food processor mix the cilantro, olive oil, garlic, lime juice, sugar, salt, pepper, and hot sauce. Blend until smooth, and stir into the corn salad.

Why are there silks on corn?

The silks on corn are essential for pollen from the tassels to fertilize the plant. Each silk will convey pollen to one site on a developing ear of corn, making it possible for that site to develop into a kernel of corn. If it’s too hot in the summer, the silks can dry out before all the sites on a corn cob are fertilized. As a result, there will be gaps on that ear of corn where no kernels developed because they weren’t fertilized.

Corn is used to produce

fuel alcohol, which makes gasoline burn cleaner, reducing air pollution, and it doesn’t pollute the water.

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in 16 rows on an average ear of corn.

3 main types of corn

Yellow – most common Bi-color – folks really enjoy/buy bi-color White – most people think it is sweeter. Silver Queen used to be “the” white corn, but now there are lots of varieties A lot of folks tend to buy larger ears of corn, but that doesn’t mean they contain more corn; the cob could just be larger.

– Roger Ball, Ball Berries & Produce

“Feel, Don’t Peel” – Fred Miller of Hilltop Farms, on buying corn You can tell a lot about an ear of corn from just feeling the corn in the husk. It should feel firm and you can feel kernels or tell if there are gaps in the kernels (lack of pollenation from the silks – 1 silk = 1 kernel). You can also feel if there is any worm damage.

Corn is a

major component in many food items like cereals, peanut butter, snack foods and soft drinks.

Editor’s Note: We are excited to announce our partnership with the Holly Springs Farmers Market.

In the coming issues, look for a section devoted to the great fruits and veggies you can find at the farmers market.

We’ll share tips from the local growers on buying and cooking.

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OF EVENTS

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5/1 – GRAND OPENING – FARMERS’ MARKET IN THE HOLLY SPRINGS VILLAGE DISTRICT. 8am-12pm. Downtown Holly Springs. Fourth season of the farmers market. Visit our expanded produce and food vendors. www.HSFarmersMarket.com.

Cary. Mommy groups, mom-focused organizations, bloggers and vloggers come together to support motherhood. $20 (all proceeds benefit Nancy’s Butterfly Fund). http://rdumomsniteout.blogspot.com or http://rdumomsniteout.eventbrite.com/.

5/1 – GARDENING QUESTIONS ANSWERED. 8am-12pm. Western Wake Farmers’ Market. 1226 Morrisville Carpenter Rd., Cary. Master Gardener Trish MacPherson.

Learn about the gardening resources that are available. Music by “No Worries”. www.WesternWakeFarmersMarket.org.

5/7 – Grand Opening/Ribbon cutting. Noon. Designer Accents, 1156 North Main Street, Fuquay-Varina. Come out and meet Miss North Carolina.

5/1 – Hosta Party. 10am-2pm. The Garden Hut, 1004 Old Honeycutt Road, Fuquay-Varina. Grower Barbara Cox will be on hand to answer your hosta questions. Free. 919-552-0590. www.NelsasGardenHut.com.

5/1 – Advanced Card Making. 10amnoon. The Nature of Art, 5229 Sunset Lake Rd, Holly Springs. $30 includes supplies.

Registration required. 919-387-9448. www.TheNatureOfArtFrameShop.com.

5/1-2 – Relay For Life of Cary/Apex/ Morrisville. 10am-8am. Cary High School. Held on the track of Cary High School. A night long celebration for survivors of cancer, remembering lost loved ones, and honoring those still battling the disease. www.camrelay.org.

5/2 – 10th annual Second Empire 5K Classic. 2pm. 330 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh. 5K race to celebrate adoption. www.secondempireraceraleigh.com.

5/5, 5/12, 5/19, 5/26, 6/2, 6/9, 6/16, 6/23, 6/30 – Support Group for Adult Children of Dependent Parents.

7pm. Jordan Oaks Independent Living, 10820 Penny Road, Cary. A support group for adult children who care for their dependent parents. 919-387-8250.

5/6 – Grand Opening – Skin Sense, A Day Spa. 5-7pm. 2058 Renaissance Park Place, Cary. Spa tours, giveaways, drawings with surprise discounts and complimentary mini treatments.

5/6 – National Mom’s Nite Out. 6:309:30pm. Embassy Suites, Harrison Ave.,

5/8 – “Glamorous Gems” Trunk Show. 11am-5pm. The Nature of Art, 5229 Sunset Lake Rd, Holly Springs. Artists Rocky Alexander, Veronica Samuel and Ruth McGregor. Free. 919-387-9448. www.TheNatureOfArtFrameShop.com.

5/8 – CHEF AT THE MARKET. 8am-12pm.

Western Wake Farmers’ Market. 1226 Morrisville Carpenter Rd. Have a taste of panzanella salad prepared by Chef Gayla Bonke of Chatham Street Café & Catering. Music by Doug MacKenzie. www.WesternWakeFarmersMarket.org.

5/8 – FARM TO TABLE CHEF SERIES AT THE FARMERS’ MARKET. 8am-12pm.

Downtown Holly Springs Village District.

Chef Jenny from Cary Dinner Fairy will demonstrate and share samples of dishes using produce from the market. www.HSFarmersMarket.com.

5/8-5/9 – “BrickMagic” LEGO festival. Sat. 10am-5pm, Sun. 10am-4pm.

Hilton North Raleigh, 3415 Wake Forest Road, Raleigh, NC 27609. Custom Lego creations, workshops on building techniques, animated Lego films, robotics competition by teams from area schools and more! Tickets: $12 adults, $8 kids (age 4-16) and seniors (moms get in free on Sunday with a paying spouse or child).

919-449-0344. www.brickmagic.org.

5/9 – Mother’s Day Brunch at The Umstead. 11am-5pm. $70 per person, $18 for children under 12. For reservations, call 919-447-4200. www.theumstead.com.

5/10, 5/24, 6/6, 6/21 – Water Soluble Oil Painting. 1pm (1 1/2 hour instruction and 1 1/2 hour free paint). The Nature of Art, 5229 Sunset Lake Rd, Holly Springs.

$50 each includes most materials. Registration required. 919-387-9448. www.TheNatureOfArtFrameShop.com.

5/14-5/31 – Opening Reception.

6-8pm.The Nature of Art, 5229 Sunset Lake Rd, Holly Springs. “Living in Wonderland” abstract watercolors

by Constance Pappalardo. Music by “Two Guys”. Free. 919-387-9448. www.TheNatureOfArtFrameShop.com.

5/14, 6/11 – Art After Dark 2nd Friday. 6-8pm. Art walk in Holly Springs & Fuquay-Varina, various locations such as Ashley’s Art Gallery, Electric Beanz Coffee Bar, Holly Springs Cultural Center, HS Arts Council, Java Divine Italian Cafe and The Nature of Art. Free. 919-387-9448. www.TheNatureOfArtFrameShop.com.

5/15 – STRAWBERRY FEST AT THE FARMERS’ MARKET. 8am – 12pm. Downtown Holly Springs Village District. Meet Suzy the Strawberry, the N.C. Strawberry Association’s mascot, and attend a gardening workshop. www.HSFarmersMarket.com.

5/15 – CHEF AT THE MARKET. 8am-12pm.

Western Wake Farmers’ Market. 1226 Morrisville Carpenter Rd. Meet Chef Sarig Agasi of Zely & Ritz and enjoy a taste of a seasonal dish he will prepare with market ingredients.

Music by Karl and Matt, of SHMaK. www.WesternWakeFarmersMarket.org.

5/15 – Smart move Realty group Grand Opening! 11am-2pm.

126 W. Chatham St., Cary. Refreshments and door prizes. 919-827-7054.

5/15 – Plant Walk with Nelsa. 11am.

The Garden Hut, 1004 Old Honeycutt Road, Fuquay-Varina. Up-close look at plants to add to your garden with Nelsa Cox. Free. Registration required.

919-552-0590. www.NelsasGardenHut.com.

5/15, 5/22 – Trash to Treasure I & II with artist Alice Rogers. 9:45am12:45pm. The Nature of Art, 5229 Sunset Lake Rd, Holly Springs. Part I $30 plus $20 supplies, bring your item to paint; Part II $30 plus $10 supplies to finish. Registration required. 919-387-9448. www.TheNatureOfArtFrameShop.com.

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5/15, 6/19 – Chinese Brush Painting.

1:15-3pm. The Nature of Art, 5229 Sunset Lake Rd, Holly Springs. $30 per class.

Registration required. 919-387-9448. www.TheNatureOfArtFrameShop.com.

5/16 – 10th annual Second Empire 5K Classic. 7am. 4001 Weston Parkway, Cary. A half marathon and 10K run over the trails in Umstead State Park. www.secondempireraceraleigh.com.

5/17 – Guest Chef Dinner at The Umstead. 6:30pm. Executive Chef Scott Crawford welcomes local chefs for a five course wine-paired dinner. Reception: 6:30pm. Dinner: 7pm. $110 per person including wine pairings. For reservations, call 919.447.4200. www.theumstead.com.

5/20, 6/17 – DIVA night. 7-9pm. Crazy Glaze Ceramic Studio. $5 studio fee plus the cost of your bisque. Includes paint time and dinner. Call for reservations.

919-567-2778. www.crazyglaze.net.

5/21 – FRESH, A CELEBRATION OF LOCAL HARVEST. 6-8 pm, The Umstead Hotel & Spa. The FRESH fundraiser to benefit the Western Wake Farmers’ Market features seasonal cuisine of Herons Chef Scott Crawford. Music by Michael George Gonzalez. $60 per person for the standing reception. A silent auction will be held. www.WesternWakeFarmersMarket.org.

5/21, 6/18 – Parents’ Night Out. 6pm-10pm. Crazy Glaze Ceramic Studio. $35 per child includes dinner, movie and painting a bisque piece. Registration required. 919-567-2778. www.crazyglaze.net.

5/22 – FARMERS MARKET. 8am-12pm.

Downtown Holly Springs Village District. www.HSFarmersMarket.com.

5/22 – UNDERSTANDING SOLAR ENGERGY. 8am-12pm. Western Wake Farmers’ Market. 1226 Morrisville Carpenter Rd., Cary. Yes! Solar Solutions of the Triangle will demonstrate the technology and environmental impact of solar energy. Music by “No Worries”. www.WesternWakeFarmersMarket.org.

5/26, 6/30 – Lift Luncheon for widows or widowers. 12pm. Jordan Oaks

Independent Living, 10820 Penny Road, Cary. An opportunity for widowed individuals to socialize with others who share similar feelings and experiences. 919-387-8250.

Fuquay-Varina. Learn which method of composting works best for you. Free.

Registration required. 919-552-0590. www.NelsasGardenHut.com.

5/29 – TIPS AND TRICKS FROM A LOCAVORE. 8am-12pm. Western Wake Farmers’ Market. 1226 Morrisville Carpenter Rd., Cary. Come for tips from locavore and cook Jenna D’Amore.

Music by Michael George Gonzalez. www.WesternWakeFarmersMarket.org.

6/17 – BBQ & Wine Tasting at The Umstead. 6-8pm. Unique pairing of Chef Scott Crawford’s BBQ and our Sommelier’s handpicked wine selections. $42 per person inclusive of taxes and gratuity.

For reservations, call 919-447-4200. www.theumstead.com.

5/29, 6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26 – Summerfest SERIES. 7:30pm. Cary’s Booth Amphitheatre. 919-733-2750. www.ncsymphony.org.

6/5 - ARTISAN DAY AT THE FARMERS MARKET. 8am-12pm. Downtown Holly Springs Village District. Find unique treasures as local artisans display their work. www.HSFarmersMarket.com.

6/19 – FATHER’S DAY SPECIAL: HOMEBREWING EDUCATION. 8am-12pm.

Western Wake Farmers’ Market. 1226 Morrisville Carpenter Rd., Cary. Learn about the craft of homebrewing beer and taste samples of handcrafted beer with American Brewmaster. Music by Michael George Gonzalez. www.WesternWakeFarmersMarket.org.

6/5 – Jay’s Jewel & Jar show. 11am5pm. The Nature of Art, 5229 Sunset Lake Rd, Holly Springs. Jeannette Barringer’s trunk show with jewelry, paintings, cards and fairy lanterns. Free. 919-387-9448. www.TheNatureOfArtFrameShop.com.

6/19 – MASTER GARDENER WORKSHOP SERIES AT THE FARMERS’ MARKET. 8am-12pm. Downtown Holly Springs Village District. Gardening workshop with the Wake County Master Gardeners. www.HSFarmersMarket.com.

6/6 – GIVING GRILL. 12-3pm. Whole Foods Market, New Waverly Place, Cary. The Western Wake Farmers’ Market is grilling up local, grass-fed burgers, hot dogs, veggie burgers and veggie dogs for the Giving Grill. Get a burger or hot dog and chips for $5, proceeds benefit the farmers’ market! www.WesternWakeFarmersMarket.org.

6/22 – 5% DAY. 7:30am-9 pm.

Shop today at Whole Foods Market of Cary at New Waverly Place, and 5% of the day’s net sales will be donated directly to the Western Wake Farmers’ Market! www.WesternWakeFarmersMarket.org.

6/11 – Opening Reception. 6-8pm.

The Nature of Art, 5229 Sunset Lake Rd, Holly Springs. “Impressions of the JC Raulston Arboretum by Carol Stein.” Free.

Show through June 30th. 919-387-9448. www.TheNatureOfArtFrameShop.com.

6/12 – FARM TO TABLE CHEF SERIES AT THE FARMERS’ MARKET. 8am - 12pm.

Downtown Holly Springs Village District.

Chef Jenny from Cary Dinner Fairy will demonstrate and share samples of dishes using produce from the market. www.HSFarmersMarket.com.

6/12 – Carol Stein’s Gardeners Forum “Composting”. 11am. The Garden Hut, 1004 Old Honeycutt Road,

6/22 – Afternoon Tea. 2:30pm. Lady Bedford’s Tea Parlour, 21 Chinquapin Road, Village of Pinehurst. Raleigh-based writer and speaker Susan Ely will talk about “Hospitality - It’s more than setting a nice table.” $25 per guest, all inclusive.

Reservations required. 910-255-0100.

6/26 – CHRISTMAS IN JUNE AT THE FARMERS’ MARKET. 8am-12pm. Downtown Holly Springs Village District. Bring canned goods and food donations for the Food Bank of Eastern and Central North Carolina. www.HSFarmersMarket.com.

Send us your events Community events you would like published in the calendar can be emailed to myra@caryliving.com.

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Five real women, five must-see makeovers

thE Boost

BY KATE TURGEON

For a writer, the call of duty is never the same. She’s often surprised by where she goes and what she’s writing about. Case in point: A makeover story. When it came across my desk, I was immediately interested. A haircut, color and fresh makeup application sounded, well, pleasant.

It was the “before picture” that worried me. To be photographed for Cary Living with my hair in all its frizzy glory and my face sans makeup was a little intimidating. But I was going for it. And I hoped that my mother’s advice, “People aren’t looking at you, they’re too busy worrying about themselves,” would apply.

I let go and let the camera click.

Here’s what I found: Life outside my comfort zone can be exciting. It’s kind of neat – liberating, even – to sit in a hair stylist’s or a makeup artist’s chair and say, “I’m up for anything.” For me, trying something new was like getting the key to my resort room hours before check-in, or discovering that dessert is included with the meal. I wasn’t expecting it, so it was pretty special.

And it was just as wonderful for four other Cary-area women who found new looks, ideas and inspiration at some of the area’s top salons and spas. Join Cary Living for a look at beauty through the ages. No matter what her age is, there’s a way for any woman to boost her current style so she can look and feel her best.

And it’s worth the “before shot.”

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BEFO RE

KATE, 33 HAIR ISSUES: my curly hair turns frizzy faster than you can drag a brush through its medium-length, mediumbrown chaos. But when i settled into Brynn’s plush, white salon chair and asked her what my hair’s problems were, she was kind enough to blame it on the weather. i liked her already.

THE BOOST: Three colors for lowlights to keep my hair natural looking, and one shade of blond for highlights to give a sun-kissed look. She used Bumble and Bumble’s crème de coco shampoo and conditioner for thick hair types, and followed with a detangler (prep) and other de-frizz products. The cut was a healthy, two-inch trim. But she gave the hair a fresh look by point cutting to get rid of bulk and let layers blend.

AFTER Hair by Brynn Fitzgerald, Modern Enhancement Salon & Spa Makeup by Abby Erickson, Modern Enhancement Salon & Spa

MAKEUP/SKIN ISSUES: moisture – i’m 33 and i need it. and thinning skin means increased redness and visible, broken capillaries, so any makeup application should focus on covering those problem areas.

THE BOOST: a few sprays of hydrating mist, and we were on our way. abby TAKE-HOME INSTRUCTIONS: cut applied a primer and added an all-over hair more often in the summer because of powder by glo minerals to give a consischlorine, sun and other seasonal factors; tent look that isn’t too matte, which can use conditioning treatments. When applying spell dull. She took meticulous care of my product, start at the back of the hair and eyes, blending shades and applying black work toward the front to avoid a greasy look. liner (with a lighter black on the bottom) and mascara; she blended colors for my cheeks and lips, too.

TAKE-HOME INSTRUCTIONS: Use a clear, gel primer to give skin a smooth, uniform appearance. This will also help makeup last longer. concentrate on keeping the eyes bright; start with a base of white eye shadow applied to the lid and up to the bottom of the brow. Build on that.

“The reaction from friends and family has been great. I feel more comfortable ‘in my skin,’” – Joanne

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BEFO RE

AFTER Hair by Rebecca Wood, La Therapie Day Spa Makeup by Becca Thompson, La Therapie Day Spa

LISA, 42 HAIR ISSUES: Slightly uneven in the back.

THE BOOST: rebecca made the most out of lisa’s length by cutting four inches and stacking layers in the back (with shorter layers on top for volume). She angled the hair forward to leave length around the chin. She also gave lisa all-over color for the base with a full head of highlights to brighten her hair for the summer. “The base color and highlights have golden tones, and the highlights add dimension,” explains rebecca.

TAKE-HOME INSTRUCTIONS: Use a round brush to blow dry. For a sleek and smooth look, use a flat iron; for a cute look, use a curling iron.

MAKEUP/SKIN ISSUES: Finding the right look for lisa’s warm skin tone, and flattering her green eyes.

THE BOOST: Becca used Jane iredale products, starting with a light, tinted moisturizer and custom blend of loose powder. She applied bronzer all over the face, with blush to the apples of the cheeks.

For lisa’s eyes, Becca selected a trio of eye shadows, using the darkest color as liner. To finish, black mascara. on the lips: two colors and types (lip crayon in luscious and lip Fixation in craving).

TAKE-HOME INSTRUCTIONS: Wear this look anytime, although it’s best for nighttime or a special event. and, for a smoky eye, remember to use the letter “c” shape technique for application.

“She showed me easy tricks to styling it and quick fixes for a day when I don’t want to wash my hair.”

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“It was a great experience and has really given me a new mindset about makeup and hair and how much difference they make.”

– Amber

BEFO RE

AMBER, 44 HAIR ISSUES: lackluster color and flat layers that lacked volume.

THE BOOST: michael alternated three colors to brighten the hair, and gave amber a new, more youthful cut. “The color is amazing, much blonder than i’ve been in a long time,” says amber.

AFTER Hair by Michael Strickland, Syeni Salon & Day Spa Makeup by Sahana SenGupta, Skin Sense

TAKE-HOME INSTRUCTIONS: Just blow-dry and go! Flat iron around the face or all the way through, or curl. “any style you have that takes more than 10 minutes is not worth having,” says michael, who kept it practical for the busy mom who also works as a travel consultant.

MAKEUP/SKIN ISSUES: creating an easy routine for amber, who has fair skin with both cool and warm tones. “amber has a very active lifestyle…[and wants to] put her best face forward,” explains makeup artist Sahana Sengupta.

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THE BOOST: To start, Sahana applied Dermalogica’s Barrier r epair, a waterless moisturizer, to smooth and repair skin. She used a powder foundation (glo mineral in natural light), as well as two cheek colors (a powder blush and bronzer) and a clear gloss on the lips. To emphasize amber’s blue eyes, she used two eye shadows, a dark chocolate liner and black mascara. She also used a hint of shimmer, which is okay at any age. it’s glitter we want to avoid, says Sahana.

TAKE-HOME INSTRUCTIONS: When using bronzer, dust from temple to cheekbone under the jaw line. For eyeliner, use an angled brush; dab and blend along the lash line. and, remember, eyeliner doesn’t have to be perfect!

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BEFO RE

AFTER Hair by Anna Smith, Studio 180 Salon Makeup by Suzanne Voss, Nirvelli Day Spa

JOANNE, 51 THE HAIR ISSUES: Finding the right cut and color to complement Joanne’s skin tone and eye color.

THE BOOST: anna gave Joanne’s hair a new base color of subtle auburn tones, as well as strawberry golden blond highlights to add contrast and dimension. “The new style creates softness and framing of the face,” says anna. “it will also create volume to draw features up.”

TAKE-HOME INSTRUCTIONS: This is a versatile haircut that Joanne can use no matter what the activity.

For example, the front sides of the hair are longer for a sophisticated evening look.

MAKEUP/SKIN ISSUES: Balancing her pink, ruddy skin tones.

THE BOOST: Suzanne started by applying a primer to Joanne’s face, and she followed that with a pressed base (glo, natural medium). To counteract redness, she used golden camouflage under the foundation. For the cheeks, it was bare blush with perfecting powder over top.

To show off Joanne’s brown eyes, Suzanne used two eye shadow colors, slate liner on the upper lid only and black mascara to the upper and lower lashes. and for her lips, Suzanne opted for only lip gloss for a daytime look.

TAKE-HOME INSTRUCTIONS: Stay away from pink blushes because the skin tone already has lots of pink in it. Exfoliate before applying makeup; doing this once or twice a week will help skin stay smooth. “it was great fun to work with Joanne,” says Suzanne.

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“Marianne has beautiful features and great skin.”

– Pam Froehlich, Miller-Motte College Spa BEFO RE

MARIANNE, 52 HAIR ISSUES: Dryness, split ends and uneven color.

THE BOOST: Erica gave marianne highlights and lowlights, as well as a power dose of conditioning treatment. a three-inch trim and hair re-layering took care of split ends, while a side bang draws attention to her face.

TAKE-HOME INSTRUCTIONS: Enjoy the easy upkeep! “i kept it close [to original length] for easy maintenance,” explains Erica. “marianne’s active and needs to be able to pull her hair back into a ponytail.”

MAKEUP/SKIN ISSUES: Finding a natural, beautiful look that’s also easy to re-create.

AFTER Hair by Erica Zahm,

Syeni Salon & Spa Makeup by Pam Froehlich, Miller-Motte College Spa

THE BOOST: For marianne’s warm skin tone, Pam chose a concealer (golden by glo), foundation (Bobbi Brown Skin Foundation, warm natural, 4.5) and powder (natural light by glo).

For marianne’s cheeks, Pam used both a cream blush and a powder blush, both by glo, as well as a glo bronzer (sunkiss) mixed with luster by glo. on the brow, she used a taupe-colored pencil; on the eyelids, she used sandstone and champagne rose colors, as well as a blue suede color in the crease. and it was black all the way when it came time for liner (top and bottom) and mascara. on marianne’s lips, Pam used lipstick (rose petal by glo), lip liner and lip gloss.

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fresh

strawberries

Member of the rose family.

SELECTION: Select bright red strawberries

STORAGE: Strawberries should be eaten as soon as possible.

FREEZING: Pick them ripe or just as you

with their caps intact. Smaller ones are usually

Do not wash until you are ready to consume them. If you must

would eat them. Chopping is preferred

more sweet and flavorful. Avoid soft, moldy

store strawberries, place them on a paper towel in a tightly-

before freezing, so that they are ready to

and/or shriveled berries.

covered container in the refrigerator for two to three days.

use when defrosted.

Strawberry Daiquiri Cake 4 to 6 cups strawberries, washed, capped and quartered, and lightly sweetened Large container of Cool Whip or whipped cream for individual servings 1 yellow cake mix, baked as directed in a 13x9 inch pan 3 cups liquid strawberry daiquiri mix ¾ cup rum (optional) When the cake has cooled, take a wooden spoon handle and poke holes every two inches. Mix the daiquiri mix and rum together and evenly pour the mixture over the entire cake. Spread on the strawberries and refrigerate. Before serving, spread on the Cool Whip or cut individual servings and top with whipped cream.

Tips and recipe provided by DJ’s Berry Patch, “Where strawberry picking is a family experience!” www.djsberrypatch.com

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VerONiCa ‘GeOrGia bLue’. Six months in the ground and this evergreen ground cover is filling in nicely by a dry creek bed. The flowers emanate crystal blue running cool. This beauty likes well-drained soil with amended compost. A bonus is the fall/winter color showing foliage of a bronze to purple color.

Plants flower profusely for 6-8 weeks.

sun-loving 2 plants GROUND COVER

DwarF GarDeN JuNiPer (JuNiPeruS PrOCuMbeNS ‘NaNa’). An irradiate grower with a moderate growth rate that hugs the ground and reaches only about 4-6 inches height. This plant makes great cover under deciduous trees and is often used in Japanese style gardens.

If you’ve got a spot in your backyard that gets full sun all day with no relief, this may be the best spot for dramatic color. Here are a list great plants to consider for your sun-loving garden.

BY NeLSa COX, OWNER & HEAD HORTICULTURIST OF THE GARDEN HUT

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SiLVer MiSt JuNiPer. Quick to spread and easy to grow under foliage trees, tolerates most soils and grows about 12”-15” inches in height. Plant has excellent blue foliage with a hint of silver pinstripes.

FirewitCH DiaNtHuS. It holds blue foliage all year with fragrant dark cheddar pink flowers during spring and has a wonderful sweet clove scent. This plant looks great in mass plantings.

Likes well-drained composted soil. Dead head flowers to continue the cycle of blooms.

SeDuM ‘aNGeLiCa’. The bright golden chartreuse foliage, nearly blinding in color, spreads fast to moderate and is a great companion plant for rock gardens, dry sunny places and areas with hardscapes that produce heat. It’s fall and winter color is a plus with oranges, bronze and a hint of yellow.

Pictured here with muscari grape hyacinths and a dry creek bed.

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CHiNeSe SeDuM. One of the fastest growers, and it tolerates poor soil, heat, cold and is evergreen. Great in any full sun ground cover application. Turns a copper color in the winter.

Plant will also tolerate some shade. Foliage is the size of a nickel.

CreePiNG PHLOX. My favorite is the emerald blue phlox because the foliage is the nicest in the winter compared to the others.

Also the color is so refreshing. Photographed with dwarf garden juniper.

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tHyMe. Needs drainage and is nice between stepping stones, rock gardens and container gardens. Also softens hardscape borders.

There are many thymes that will work. Mother of Thyme pictured, as well as Wooley Thyme.

LySiMaCHia ‘aurea’ CreePiNG JeNNy. This one is a must. Wonderful in container gardens and excellent as a ground cover.

Bright golden yellow foliage will bring a little sunshine a long way. Prefers moist soil and is great to use around air conditioning units that keep the ground wet. This plant acts like a sponge and is pretty in mass. Seen here inside a retaining wall and on edge of walkway.

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The story of one girl’s foray into the fire

By Susan Ely | PHOTOS BY Roger and Susan Ely

Warm weather heralds the unveiling of the grill, which at our house, rivals the size of my Mini Cooper. It’s strictly my husband’s turf; masculine-testosterone-don’t cross this line, Budweiser territory.

Not that I’m grill-phobic, I’ve just always been content with him being the one whose hair smells like a forest fire. I mean, why would a woman in the throes of menopause want to stand in front of a blazing hot fire in 98-degree weather while everyone else is floating around in the pool drinking mojitos?

I know, I know; lots of gals have taken over the grill tongs these days, and the reason I hear most often is that (sorry, guys) their husbands don’t have the patience to see the thing through from beginning to end. That and they consider grilling an opportunity to see how many beers it takes to burn a burger.

May is National Barbecue Month, so I thought I’d see for myself what this thrill of the grill thing is all about. Tag along as I face the flames; I could use someone to take notes, because after a couple of beers, I’m not going to remember a thing.

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The Age of the Grillmaster I wasn’t looking to be the next Bobby Flay, Steve Raichlen or even Elizabeth Karmel, America’s female grilling expert and author of Soaked, Slathered and Seasoned; I have enough on my plate (ahem) without becoming a fanatic.

Just the basics, please. So, couldn’t I just consult my husband, you ask? Yes. I could.

Instead I called my chef friend, caterer, cooking instructor and grilling queen Pam Clark, The Thyme Savor. I’ve never noticed a single singed hair around Pam’s face, so I figured she’d be a good instructor. I am so the type of person who would catch my ponytail on fire; attentiveness is not my deal. When I told Pam I wanted to learn to barbecue, she immediately corrected me – apparently the proper terminology is grill. Excuse me, missy. Back in Ohio where I hale from, we barbecued. But we’ll save that debate for another article.

My goal, I told her, wasn’t to strip my husband of his Grillmaster title. Steak, ribs, small farm animals – that’s his thing, not mine; I wanted to grill chick food. I asked Pam if she’d teach me to make stuff like pizza, grilled endive, tofu. She shuddered at the tofu, but came up with a killer menu: prosciutto-wrapped shrimp skewered on rosemary branches, grilled pizza, red snapper on cedar planks, grilled romaine salad with Stilton cheese and bacon, and for dessert – grilled nectarines with basil-infused cream. We picked an afternoon, gathered up the groceries, and set about to make history. Or, hopefully, dinner.

Grilled Romaine Salad with Bacon and Stilton Cheese Serves 6 4 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil ¾ cup chopped red onion ½ pound bacon, chopped ½ cup fig balsamic vinegar 3 heads romaine, cut in half lengthwise ½ cup crumbled Stilton, or other blue cheese Freshly grated pepper Heat grill to high. Heat 1 Tbsp oil in sauté pan over mediumhigh heat. Add onions and bacon and cook until crispy.

Add vinegar and 1 Tbsp oil. Stir. Brush romaine with 2 Tbsp oil. Place on grill, cut side down and sear until lightly charred. Drizzle dressing over top; sprinkle with crumbled blue cheese and freshly grated pepper.

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Shrimp’s best friends: a hot grill, rosemary skewers and prosciutto.

The Perfect Plan The plan was that Pam and I would do our thing and then the husbands would join us for dinner. It’s good to have a plan.

What I didn’t plan on was just how good a glass or two (or three) of sparkly Vinho Verde tastes while you’re waiting for those coals to turn ashy. Note: it tastes really good. Suddenly, I was relaxed. I can do this, I thought. What’s the big deal?

Pam proceeded to explain the selling points of her favorite grill, the Big Green Egg. Judging from her enthusiasm, I’m pretty sure she’s getting a kickback from the Green Egg man.

Grillers love the Big Green Egg; its proportions and porcelain construction make it easier to regulate and maintain the temperature. Plus it’s green. Like money. My only contention is that you need to be a weight lifter to open the lid. I wasn’t aware you needed upper body strength to grill.

Then her husband Steve showed up; I thought this was going to be a girl’s only affair? Steve wanted to show me how to use the Weber [insert chest pounding]. First though, we needed more charcoal and he thought it would be a good idea for me to bring it in from the garage. All 50 pounds of it.

As Steve warned me about flare-ups, attempted to explain why the vents must be set just so, and droned on about the superiority of wood over briquettes, I’m thinking to myself, “And this would be why we have gas grills.” Why exactly did I give a flying ember about direct vs. indirect heat?

I kept quiet and poured myself a glass of Amarone. Did I mention I hadn’t eaten anything all day?

As Pam and I cooked, I tried to take notes, really I did, it’s just that I kept losing my pen and my reading glasses kept disappearing and I couldn’t keep track of my wine glass and had to go find a new one. I was starting to understand how those burgers end up getting burnt. Thankfully Pam has a cool head and managed to keep us on track.

We ate our meal in stages, scarfing down each item as it came off the grill, all of it fantastic. Pam plated it beautifully but the pictures didn’t turn out because by then it was dark out (how did that happen?) and my dang camera was never where I left it.

I drove home around midnight, thrilled that I’d learned the secret to great grilling: Avoid ruining manicured nails by using an extra-long grilling mitt to take food to and from the hot grill. Even though the lesson was hands-on, my fingernail polish didn’t get as much as a chip.

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THE THYME SAVOR’S PANTRY STAPLES FOR GRILLING TOOLS: • Long-armed mitt, spatula, and tongs • Timer • Silicone basting brush • Digital thermometer • Charcoal carrier, charcoal starter and charcoal (briquettes or lump) • Cedar planks, seasoned skewers, bamboo skewers, metal skewers • Heavy-duty foil • Platters for raw and cooked food • Grill basket for veggies, grill basket for fish

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if i can do it, you can do it!

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FOODSTUFFS: • Bottled marinades • Soy sauce, BBQ sauce, ketchup, mustards, teriyaki sauce, Hoisin, honey, vinegars • Mayonnaise, yogurt or sour cream • Guacamole (sold in produce sections) • Garlic, large onions for slices, lemon, limes or oranges for zests or marinades • Red, orange, yellow or purple peppers for roasting or skewing • Olive oil, grapeseed oil • Fresh herbs: use on cedar planks under meats, add hopped to marinades, use chopped, feathered or as leaves for garnish, add minced with garlic, salt and pepper and enough olive oil to make a rub/paste • Sea salt and pepper blends for beef • Sea salt and lavender blend for fish, chicken • Chinese Five Spice Powder for ribs • Boneless chicken breasts, shrimp, pork tenderloin, lamb cubes or beef for kabobs, bratwurst, knockwurst and assorted sausages • Beer and wine for marinades, beer can chicken, and for the cook!

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TALK of the TOWN

Go r g e o u s G o w ns o p e n s n e w l o c at ion!

Gorgeous Gowns opened their new location at 683-C Cary Towne Boulevard on March 4th. They specialize in the resale of evening wear and wedding dresses.

fresh! fresh!

fresh!

Western Wake Farmers’ Market opened April 3rd. The market is located in Carpenter Village. Shoppers enjoyed live music as they picked locally grown produce, bread and much more.

Shop

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drop

ADORE Designer Resale Boutique held a shopping party on March 25th. Shoppers bought and sold great clothes, jewelry and shoes.

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in the next issue of

JUly/aUgUST 2010 MASTER BEDROOM RETREATS

sKin sense

opens!

Skin Sense, A Day Spa is now open at its new location at 2058 Renaissance Park Place at the Arboretum. Join them for a grand reopening celebration on Thursday, May 6th at 5pm.

What is the last room you see at night and the first one you wake up in? if you don’t find being in your master bedroom relaxing, maybe it’s time for a makeover.

From small accessories to a complete renovation, Cary Living will show you how to get a Magnificent Master.

WESTERN WAKE PRIVATE SCHOOLS

considering public, private or homeschooling for your children? The options can seem overwhelming.

Cary Living gives you the aBc’s on some of Wake county’s premier private schools.

VEGETABLE SPOTLIGHT

s e a r s t o n e w e l c o Mes first Business to VillaGe CVS Pharmacy opened a new location at SearStone in early April. The retailer is the first to open in the retail village. SearStone is a continuing care retirement community for adults age 62 and older.

Eggplant is perfect for simple, creative, delicious dinners at home…we take you to the Western Wake Farmers’ market for Eggplant Education. Exotic in taste and texture we are sure eggplant will be your new favorite veggie.

2010 DIAMOND AWARD WINNERS

We announce the winners of the 2010 Cary Living Diamond Awards, from the best place for a date night to the best place to wind down, we’ll tell you what readers had to say.

PLUS

it’s hot, hot, hot! get Cool and Refreshing ideas for the long days of summer!

happy Bir thday!

The Nature of Art celebrated another year in business on February 20th.

The store features great work from local artists.

every issue • siGhtinGs • healthy liVinG tips • chef’s corner • calendar of eVents • talK of the town • & Much More!

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chef’s corner

recipes chef mario copy darcy brennan-huante Photography april maness photography

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Covered Dishes What to bring when you’re “invited”!

(And it’s not wine or the same dip or dish you are already infamous for bringing) If the thought of having to bring a covered dish to your next shindig strikes fear into your heart, join the club! After all, the moment you arrive, the best ice-breaker question at the watering hole is “what did you bring?” and some of us have even been known to practice our responses beforehand to avoid embarrassment. This is particularly uncomfortable if you, for whatever reason, didn’t have the time to create the intricate soufflé with spun sugar that your arch-nemesis (and bestest friend ever!) created last year, but you just can’t bring yourself to swing by Trader Joe’s for some jarred sauces and dips. What you bring needs to be impressive (as last years pre-cubed pepper jack cheese sampler and Ritz crackers just didn’t go over as well as expected); unique and easy, but also something you’ll eat. This is your chance to put yourself on a plate for all your friends to judge (I mean enjoy!), so get ready to be the envy of your next gathering!

Thai Spicy Beef Noodles Serves 8 Vibrant, Impressive and Simple! **Note-Requires steak to marinade for 1-2 hours 1 flank steak, cut into quarters 1/4 cup soy sauce 4 tsp garlic, fresh minced 2 Tbsp sugar 2 Tbsp sesame oil 2 Tbsp chili garlic 1/2 cup chicken stock 2 cups peppers, large dice/bite-sized (multi-color preferred) 1 cup red onion, large dice 2 cups edamame (or soy beans) Salt & pepper to taste 1 pound linguini pasta, cooked to package directions 1 bundle of scallions, sliced Cut your steak into quarters (four reasonably equal chunks) and place in a plastic bag.

Combine soy, garlic, sugar, sesame & chili garlic. Mix well. Divide mixture in half. Put half of the mixture into the plastic bag with your steak to marinate for an hour or two.

Take the other half of the mixture, add it to the chicken stock and set aside – this is your sauce. In a large pot, boil 2 quarts of water and add a tablespoon of salt. Add the peppers to the boiling water and cook for 1 minute. Add the edamame to the water and cook for another minute. Add the onions and count to 20. Drain the veggies and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking processes. (This keeps your veggies bright and vibrantly colored! It is called “shocking”.)

Set aside. Onto the steak! Remove the steak from the marinade and pat dry. On a lightly oiled grill or sauté pan, place the steak on the grill/pan for about 3-4 minutes each side for medium rare. Let steak rest for 5 minutes or so. (Do not forget to let your steak rest! If you cut in right away, all your juices will run out and dry out your steak!)

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Slice thin against the grain of the meat (slicing with the grain gives you tough, chewy meat). Place pasta in a serving bowl. If pasta is sticky, give it a quick rinse with water and drain. Sprinkle vegetables over the pasta.

Arrange the steak over the vegetables. Drizzle with sauce and garnish with scallions. Serve and enjoy the kudos!

Greek Salsa Lemon Chicken Over Greens Serves 12 For the Salsa Combine: 4 oz package crumbled feta cheese 1 pt grape or cherry tomatoes, cut in half 1/2 cup jar pitted kalamata olives, sliced 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice 2 Tbsp olive oil 2 Tbsp chopped fresh oregano or basil Salt & pepper to taste For the Chicken 6 skinless, bone-in chicken breast halves, seasoned 2 lemons, cut into wedges Your favorite greens In a bowl, combine the feta, tomatoes, olives, parsley, lemon, olive oil, oregano, salt and pepper. Mix well and set aside in the fridge to let your flavors meld.Season your chicken

breasts with salt and pepper if you haven’t already and grill the chicken on a lightly oiled grill for about 8 minutes each side, or until the internal temp reaches 165 degrees with a meat thermometer. You can also sauté the chicken in a pan to get a good sear and finish it in a 350 degree oven as well (about 15 minutes). Just watch your meat thermometer to know when it’s done! Squeeze your lemon wedges over the chicken and let it rest. Place greens in a serving bowl. Slice chicken and place over the greens. Sprinkle the salsa over the chicken and garnish with lemon slices and parsley sprigs.

Prosciutto-Wrapped Shrimp Serves 8-12 as an appetizer 24 jumbo shrimp, raw peeled and deveined (easy peel are great!)

12 slices prosciutto, cut in half long ways Salt and pepper 1 lemon (for squeezing over your shrimp) 2 Tbsp honey 1 Tbsp fresh parsley, minced Make sure the shrimp are dry. Wrap each shrimp with a half slice of prosciutto and lay on a foil-lined sheet pan. Season with salt and pepper. Broil in the oven for 2-3 minutes or until shrimp are pink and cooked through and prosciutto is nice and crispy. Lay shrimp on platter, zest your lemon and squeeze lemon juice over shrimp. Drizzle with honey and sprinkle with parsley. Enjoy!

Orange Glazed Salmon Serves 8 6 Tbsp super spice 16 - 3 oz salmon cakes 1/2 cup orange marmalade 3 Tbsp lime juice 2 Tbsp olive oil Super Spice Blend 8 Tbsp chili powder 8 Tbsp paprika 4 Tbsp ground coriander 4 Tbsp garlic powder 4 Tbsp kosher salt 8 tsp cumin (ground) 4 tsp cayenne 4 tsp crushed red pepper 4 tsp black pepper 4 tsp diced oregano Mix well!

Combine super spice in a small bowl. Rub over top of salmon fillets. Sear salmon on hot griddle or sauté pan about 2 minutes per side, seasoned side first. Place on a foil -lined sheet pan. Mix together marmalade and lime juice. Spoon marmalade mixture over seasoned salmon. Place in a 350 degree oven for 7 minutes (give or take), or until an internal cooking temp of 145 degrees is reached. Great over a salad, served with rice or veggies!

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Get Out! A pinch of time and a dash of planning equal a recipe for family fun

(small image) Cliffs of the Neuse Park (large image) Raven Rock State Park

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is your calendar full to the gills with organized activity? are try-outs, practices and games for every sport imaginable, music lessons, school and church activities and weekend birthday parties leaving you breathless? Believe me, i understand. But every once in a great while, between sports seasons, when the planets are aligned just so – along comes a weekend day with nothing penciled in. if you can resist the urge to sleep late and fill the remainder of the day with overdue household chores, there are endless possibilities for relaxed family time within your reach. most residents of the Triangle are familiar with the Falls lake and Jordan lake State recreation areas, and the smaller but accessible Umstead State Park. But just a short drive from Western Wake, there are interesting destinations that offer recreation and enrichment for families with children of all ages, and something a little off the beaten path for those with a sense of adventure. you don’t need to schedule a pricey, week-long vacation to connect with your kids; here are some ideas for that rare, unscheduled day. cliffs of the neuse State Park, located about 11 miles southeast of goldsboro, is a manageable trip for a day-long outing. The park offers hiking trails, fishing from the banks of the river, and an 11-acre man-made lake for swimming. Boats can be rented, although private boats are not permitted. once home to the Tuscarora and Saponi indian tribes, what is now the park was once land used as ceremonial ground and a gathering place for hunting expeditions.

Seven Springs is the name of the town where cliffs of the neuse Park is located, and indeed the natural mineral springs were believed by many European settlers in the early twentieth century to have mystical healing qualities. Water from each of the springs, in fact, was thought to cure specific ailments, and doctors at the time prescribed drinking a gallon from a particular spring depending on the patient’s complaint. an on-site museum features displays that show the history of the area and the geological formation of the cliffs.

By JENNI HART PHoToS By N.C. DIVISION OF PARKS & RECREATION

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Cliffs of the Neuse Park

For plant lovers, Cliffs of the Neuse Park represents the western-most limit to view the wispy, romantic Spanish moss as it graces the limbs of cypress, oaks and hickory trees found here. Before you go, check the conditions ahead of time. Spring rains can leave some of the trails too muddy for novice hikers. It’s a bit of a drive, so be sure to pack snacks and drinks for the road, a cooler and picnic lunch, and make sure the whole family has good walking shoes. The park has a shelter as well as picnic sites with tables and grills, so the most ambitious picnickers can have their hamburgers, hot dogs and s’mores. If packing and preparing such elaborate fare seems out of reach and you’re feeling pressed for time, a PB&J with chips and an apple will still hit the spot.

Everyone knows that all food tastes better outdoors, so relax and enjoy.

If you’re looking for something a little closer to home, Raven Rock State Park is located about 20 miles east of Sanford just off of US 421, and can be reached in less than an hour. The diverse topography and many small streams provide habitat for beautiful wildflowers as well as interesting animal life. Reptiles, spotted turtles and salamanders can be seen along the banks of the streams; and wood ducks, owls, hawks,

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woodpeckers and many species of migratory birds can be found here. The Raven Rock itself is a structure that stretches 150 feet in the air and is flanked on one side by the Cape Fear River for more than a mile.

If you’re fishing in the river, you may catch largemouth bass, bluegill and catfish on a lucky day.

There are scenic trails at Raven Rock that can be navigated by foot, while some are designated for travel on horseback. One of the trails leads to a picnic area offering tables and grills. The Cape Fear Canoe trail that runs right through the park is a 56-mile trail favored by water enthusiasts, although care should be taken following heavy rains, as flooding conditions can make the rapids dangerous to navigate.

Now let’s head in the other direction, to a park whose name is by far the most fun to pronounce. Located near Durham, Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area is recognized by researchers as a significant habitat to some of the area’s most diverse

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animal and plant life. Scientists believe that the Occoneechee area’s habitat has remained fairly unchanged since the Ice Age, and due to its unique climate and protected status, many rare and unique species of plants and animals can be found here, including the humble little Brown Elfin butterfly. The smallest of the three parks we’ve featured at just over 120 acres, the Occoneechee is also a relative newcomer; it was founded in 1997.

A trip to Occoneechee offers scenic views over the Eno River and a variety of hikes, both level and over more steep terrain. You can fish in one of two ponds located in the park, or you can fly-fish or cast your lure into the Eno for a chance at catching a largemouth bass, bluegill or redeye. Picnicking options are modest, with tables available but no grills or nearby running water, so ready-to-eat foods and hand sanitizer should be on your packing list.

So, if you’re feeling inspired to get out and enjoy some of what nature has to offer, preparation and timing are going to be key to the success of your day. Larry Hipps, owner of Tobacco Road Outdoors in Apex, offers some great tips for parents who want to introduce their children to the great outdoors. “I think when you take kids out, you need to remember to keep them comfortable, not too hot or cold, and keep them dry,” he says.

If you’re planning any activity around water, it’s a good idea to pack an extra change of clothes and especially dry socks, to prevent blisters on that always-longer walk back to the car. “And don’t feel like you have to do it all in one day,” Hipps cautions. “Five or six hours of fishing may seem like fun to an adult, but an hour or two is more than enough for a kid.”

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Tobacco Road Outdoors is run by Hipps and his son, Brad. Since their opening in November of last year, they’ve enjoyed sharing their love of the outdoors with their customers. “I know it’s hard with kids today – they’re always plugged in, playing video games or listening to their music,” he says. “But there’s something about being out in the wilderness, listen-

ing to the birds and the insects and feeling like you can relax and get away from all of that. To me, there’s nothing better.”

Comfortable shoes, appropriate gear, a well-stocked cooler and a map to one of these great destinations may be easy to come by – now your only challenge is to find that day in your planner with nothing penciled in. Well, there’s always the eraser.

“Keep your kids dry and comfortable, and don’t try to do too much in one day.”

– Larry Hipps, owner, Tobacco Road Outdoors

Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area

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financial focus

4 SECRETS loving parents need to know to protect their kids

by JAcKie BeDArD | aTTorney and coUnselor aT law | carolina family esTaTe Planning

okay, they’re not exactly secrets. but in far too many cases, parents have not taken the proper measures to keep their children from being mired in a frightening and confusing legal process if they can’t care for them. However, by following these four steps, you can have the peace of mind that your children will always be cared for by whom you want, and in the way that you want:

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You must have a clear plan in place for the care of your children. did you know that roughly 70% of parents haven’t legally named guardians for their children? but you should have a plan that names not only permanent guardians, but also short-term guardians – friends or family members who can care for your children until the permanent guardians can be located (this is especially important if they live out of state). you should also give clear guidance to the babysitter, as well as your named guardians, to keep your kids out of the custody of strangers, if anything happens to you. finally, you should plan for contingencies: name backup guardians, and if you are naming a couple as guardians, specify what should happen with your kids if the couple divorces, or if one of them predeceases you.

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You must legally document your decisions. discussing your guardian preferences with friends and family is not enough. without proper documentation, you risk creating a family dispute, or worse – a judge, who doesn’t know you or your children, could appoint someone other than your choice as guardian. you must legally document your wishes to make them clearly known. again, this includes not just the designation of permanent guardians, but also naming short-term guardians and authorizing them to make medical decisions for your children, if necessary.

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You must plan today to protect your children’s financial future. when choosing guardians, your primary concern should be to select guardians who best represent your values, ideals, and parenting style, and are best suited to love and care for your children.

However, many parents base their decision on the financial resources of potential guardians. The truth is that it is your responsibility as a parent to provide sufficient financial resources to raise your children. This can be in the form of savings, life insurance, or other means. you should also consider when and how you want your children to receive their inheritance. by law, children are not permitted to

own property. as such, you should name whom you would like to administer the assets on behalf of your children. while this can be the designated guardian, for some families it may make more sense to have someone else handle the assets. without a plan in place, the courts will appoint a financial guardian to manage the assets, and the children receive their inheritance outright at age 18. with proper estate planning, however, you can provide greater protection to your children, distributing the inheritance over time or outright at a later age, and arranging to protect the assets from being lost to future lawsuits or divorce.

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Don’t forget about non-financial assets. legally documenting your wishes is a great start. but you should also talk to your guardians about how you would like your children to be raised – what is your preferred parenting style? what are your hopes and dreams for them? similarly, consider leaving a legacy for your children through letters, audio or video recordings. what stories do you want to share with them as they get older?

Keep in mind the perennial value of your words in your children’s lives.

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When Investing, Learn Aspects of

RISK

by Bonnie Fischer, aams financial advisor | edward jones

In life, you can’t avoid all risks — and you shouldn’t try, because endeavors that carry risk also bring the prospect of reward. And it’s certainly the same in the investment world. So instead of trying to invest risk-free, which is impossible, learn to recognize the different types of investment risk while becoming familiar with your own risk tolerance.

To start with, let’s quickly look at some of the most common forms of investment risk: • Risk of losing principal — This is the type of risk most commonly associated with investing. You could lose some, or even all, of your principal if you sell an investment, such as a stock, whose value has dropped lower than the purchase price. You can’t eliminate this risk, but you may be able to reduce it by buying quality stocks and holding onto them longer.

• Inflation risk — With an investment that pays a fixed rate of return, such as a certificate of deposit (CD), you run the risk of not keeping up with inflation, which means you could lose purchasing power over time. Consequently, it’s a good idea not to “overload” on these types of investments.

• Interest-rate risk — When you own a bond, your investment is somewhat at the mercy of changing market interest rates. For example, if you buy a bond that pays four percent interest, and market rates rise so that newly issued bonds pay five percent, the relative value of your bond will go down; no one will pay you face value of your bond. If you hold your bonds until maturity, you can avoid being victimized by interest-rate risk.

• Concentration risk — This type of risk occurs when you have too much of your money concentrated in one area, such as in a particular stock or in one industry. If a downturn strikes that stock or industry, your portfolio could take a big hit. To combat this type of risk, you need to diversify your holdings among stocks, bonds, government securities and other investments. While diversification by itself cannot guarantee a profit or protect against a loss, it can help reduce the effect of volatility.

In addition to understanding the above types of risk, you also need to be familiar with your own risk tolerance and how it affects your investment strategy. If you are constantly worried about “the market,” you’ve probably got too many investments that are at risk of losing principal. At the other end of the spectrum, if you’re always concerned that your portfolio won’t grow enough to generate the income you’ll eventually need for retirement, you may be investing too conservatively — and, as a result, you’re inviting inflation risk. By learning to balance and manage risk, you can ultimately put yourself in a position to pursue your investment strategy. caryliving.com | 63

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Oos!

We inadvertently used a misleading photograph in the “Meat the Family” article in the January/February 2010 issue. In the article we introduced you to Craig and Derek Wilkins, the owners of a new business called The Meat House (www.themeathouse.com). In an effort to be creative our photographer posed the men with these beautiful cows; however these cows belong to a farm that doesn’t provide meat to The Meat House. This was an unintentional mistake and we are very sorry.

The cows featured belong to Wilkerson Farms in Willow Springs, a farm-direct source for All Natural Angus Beef. Their beef is pasture raised with free access to grass, hay and fresh water. They don’t use antibiotics, added growth hormones, steroids or implants. Their beef is truly all natural. If you are interested in more information about Wilkerson Farms, visit www.wilkersonfarms.com or see them at the Holly Springs Farmers’ Market.

PHoTo By TIMELESS PHOTOGRAPHY

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unique gifts for

2 is rhood Fathe ent p e res ing th d n e t p-onpre is soa most e v lo you Cosby . – Bill a-rope

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If last year’s gift was received with the “Honey, I would love anything you give me,” then you definitely need a little help finding the perfect gift for Father’s Day this year.

Check out Cary Living’s unique ideas, all available locally.

4 5 1. Stonehaven. Handmade Father’s Day ring. $225.

2. Tobacco Road OUTDOORS. Brown men’s flip flops by OluKai – premium footwear features modern design, technical shapes and rich materials. $82.

3. The Paper Company. FireWire, flexible grilling skewer. $14.95.

4. Chocolate Smiles. Give him the car of his dreams this Father’s Day. Porsche, Ferrari, Mustang, Corvette, or Thunderbird in chocolate!

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Order by June 12th. Prices range from $19-$30.

5. Blue Tiger. Golf club corkscrew. $44.

6. FAMILY EYE CARE OF APEX. Oakley Straight Jacket Sunglasses.

Grey smoke frame with black iridium polarized lenses. $125. Oakley Flak Jacket Sunglasses. Black chrome frame with tungsten iridium polarized lenses. $230.

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h e a lt h y

living

ballroom dancing benefits of

By Chad Stall | All About Ballroom

Dancing isn’t just about the steps and music; it’s the perfect combination of physical activity, social interaction and mental stimulation.

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Dancing enhances your life in so many ways: Health – When you dance (especially dances such as Salsa, Cha Cha, Swing or Merengue), your cardiovascular system improves, your muscle tone increases, and you burn calories. This low-impact aerobic activity also increases flexibility, strength and balance. Olympic athletes often dance as part of their training to sharpen their control, agility and speed. Dancing is great exercise in a pleasant, fun atmosphere.

Confidence – Dancers possess an aura of self-confidence and an ability to enjoy themselves more in social situations. When you learn how to dance, your entire mental outlook will take on a fresh sense of creativity, motivation and energy. This new self-confidence in your dancing abilities will transfer to other aspects of your life as well.

Self Expression – Dance provides an emotional outlet so that you can reflect your feelings through your body movements with passion and flair. Dancing will bring out, improve on and strengthen your ability to permanently use these expressive qualities even when not dancing.

Social Life – Dancing is a social activity. Lessons are an easy, lowpressure way to meet people! Studies have shown that strong social ties and socializing with friends contribute to high self-esteem and a positive outlook. Dancing provides many opportunities to meet other people. Lessons are the perfect place to rediscover romance – dancing your way to love.

Relaxation – In today’s fast-paced world, we sometimes forget to take a moment for ourselves. Dancing provides a temporary escape from your normal daily activities, a chance to relax, relieve stress and concentrate on yourself.

Fun – Dancing is a great way to add excitement to your life. Although learning to dance takes concentration and dedication, you will be constantly surrounded by artistic, cheerful people who make learning a pleasurable and rewarding experience.

let’s dance!

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Do you or a loved one

snore?

By dr. GreGory MayeS | PreSton Dental center

often snoring is dismissed as simply an annoyance, but it can be a sign of a very serious condition known as obstructive sleep apnea.

Snoring is caused by a blocked airway. the tongue can fall backward during sleep and this can fully or partially block the airway. the body then struggles to obtain air and this causes the vibration we call snoring. much of the time the body will continue to get just enough air so there will be very little harm. However, this condition is one of the signs that sleep apnea could be right around the corner. Sleep apnea sufferers will often snore in between episodes of airway interruption.

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Sleep apnea has been known to cause or contribute to these conditions: • irritability • high blood pressure • heart attacks or irregular heart beats • impotence • stroke • morning headaches • dry mouth • acid reflux • decreased concentration • heartburn • depression • decreased libido • sleepiness during the day • divorce!

These patients often don’t know it is happening. Apnea episodes can occur from six to 100 times per hour. This oxygen deprivation causes people to feel exhausted when they wake up, as though they haven’t really been sleeping. They’ve spent most of the night fighting for air, so it’s no wonder they feel tired, headachy, and irritable. The lower oxygen levels also put a strain on the heart.

People most likely to have or develop sleep apnea include those who snore, or who are also overweight, or have high blood pressure. Another concern would be people who have some physical abnormality in the nose (deviated septums), throat, or other parts of the upper airway.

In order to find out for sure if you or a loved one has or is developing sleep apnea, a sleep study must be done. This will provide your doctor or dentist with the information needed to treat this condition.

Often the treatment can be as simple as having your dentist fit you with an appliance worn while sleeping. There are a number of these appliances available, but they all do the same thing – help keep the airway open.

These appliances reduce the health risks associated with apnea without surgery or medication. There is a 96% success rate for people treated with these appliances.

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getready ... getset

then GO

By Illyse Lane

‘Tis the season of the summer vacation. We’ll pack up, head out and take a well-needed break to visit family and friends or perhaps pick a new destination to discover.

While we take a lot of time to plan our getaways, we’re often left rushing at the last minute. And as we run to catch that flight out of town, it’s easy to leave behind some essentials.

Fortunately, FastPark & Relax, a near-airport parking facility located by the RDU airport, has provided us with a travel checklist to make sure we get going with everything we need: Suitcase Success: A tightly packed suitcase can be hard on clothes.

Leave the linen at home and instead opt for wrinkle-resistant clothing that can be easily mixed and matched. Picking one color scheme is always a good strategy. And double check to make sure those undergarments and socks have been packed.

shopping

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Toiletries: Having them with you will save time and money, but the travel rules regarding liquids are specific. While packing medication in carry-on bags makes sense in case the airline misplaces your luggage, other toiletries such as shampoos and lotions should be packed in checked bags to help you get through security faster. To find the exact specifications, visit www.tsa.gov.

Confirmations: With the convenience of electronic ticketing, it’s easy to forget to carry your flight information. Print a copy of your itinerary before leaving home in case the airline has misplaced your confirmation. This includes not only flight information, but also hotel and rental car confirmations.

Driver’s License and/or Passport: These days, you’re not getting through airport security without a U.S. federal or state issued photo ID, including name, date of birth, gender and a temper-resistant feature.

Stock Your Wallet: It’s time to make sure your wallet is holding all the essentials you need to make your trip go smoothly. At the airport, single bills come in handy for tipping. Electronic ticketing kiosks require a credit card to retrieve your boarding passes.

Medical and Health Insurance Cards: An unplanned trip to a doctor while away from home can be stressful.

Carry these important cards with you in case of an emergency.

Chargers for All Portable Devices: Chances are, you probably own at least one portable electronic device. But they can’t do their jobs if the batteries are exhausted. Pack your chargers. Additionally, make sure any important contact information is saved in your cell phone for quick and easy access.

Comfort Level: There’s nothing worse than navigating an airport with uncomfortable shoes, feeling too cold or too warm on a flight, or having that not-so-fresh breath feeling. Wear shoes that make walking easy, dress in layers to adapt to extreme temperatures and pack an extra pack of gum and mints to feel refreshed. Pick up a bottle of water before boarding the flight to stay hydrated. And don’t forget to pack reading material for yourself and a few quiet activities for your children.

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M a r i p o s a S c h o ol F und r a i s e r at My Gym

Diva N ight at crazy glaze

On March 10th, a fundraising event was held at My Gym in Cary to benefit the Mariposa School for Children with Autism.

Children enjoyed the many activities throughout the gym, inlcuding a raffle, face painting and refreshments.

Crazy Glaze, located in Fuquay-Varina, held Diva Night on March 18th.

Ladies enjoyed dinner and painted their own pottery. Crazy Glaze is a fun, friendly, family-oriented, paint-your-own-pottery ceramics studio and art education center.

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Th e Me at H ou s e R i b b o n C u t t i ng The Meat House, located in Saltbox Village, held their Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on March 4th.

Guests enjoyed wine, beer and hors d’oeuvres, including The Meat House’s famous marinated steak tips. The Meat House offers premium meats, poultry, veal, pork, exotic meats, deli products, breads, side dishes and desserts.

Go r g e ou s G ow n s R i b b o n C u t t i ng Gorgeous Gowns and Wedding Dresses Consignment Boutique celebrated their ribbon cutting at their new location on Thursday, March 4th.

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The Kid’s Clubhouse celebrated their grand opening and ribbon cutting on Thursday, February 25th.

Guests enjoyed refreshments and kids (young and old) enjoyed the inflatable bounce units.

The Grove School held their grand opening on February 25th. Guests enjoyed refreshments as they toured the facility and playground areas.

The Grove School emphasizes both traditional academic subjects and hands-on thematic explorations that encourage healthy lifestyles.

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