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VOL 35 No. 8

LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN GRADUATE RETURNS TO FIRST GRADE

BY L E A H W E B E R

Rachel Taylor dressed as The Paper Bag Princess

There will be a familiar face on the Lookout Mountain Elementary campus this year. Rachel Taylor is not only a new first grade teacher she is also a Lookout Mountain graduate. Rachel is also a graduate of Thunderbird High School and University of Arizona, where she majored in Early Childhood Education. She has always enjoyed working with children and spent her youth as a nanny, babysitter, swim instructor, and lifeguard. In addition to being a teacher, Rachael and a dear friend recently launched an online boutique which specializes in vintage finds.

We caught up with Rachel at the Lookout Mountain open house.

What are your favorite Lookout and Moon Valley memories? “I loved being a part of the traditions on campus like Zoofari, the 6th grade trip, and all of the great art projects in Mrs. Penny’s room. I loved knowing all of the kids in grades above and below me and seeing them in every stage of life! It was so fun to be in swim team, basketball, National Charity League etc. with people in the community. My favorite Moon Valley memories include swim team every year from age 4-14 as well as my wedding in my parent’s backyard with Moon Valley golf course in the background!”

What are your thoughts about the new school? “I think that it is interesting to call it a new school when so many of the traditions have remained the same! The look is different but the Lookout Mountain community is still the community I want to come back to! I love the ‘revamp’ but the old campus holds a special place in my heart.”

What is your favorite thing about a first grade student?

“My favorite thing about a first grade student is the unfiltered curiosity and genuine desire to know ‘stuff’.

The questions are always honest!”

Tell us about your new business. “For the last few years I have found a knack for finding vintage treasures in unsuspecting places and my home became too small to house all of them! Having a grandmother with fantastic taste helped my collection as well! I just think that these fabulous goods need a loving home! One of my friends told me, ‘you’ve been training your whole life for this business’ and that makes me really happy!

I love finding cool

stuff and love to share it with people!”

In addition to seeing her on campus you can also find Rachel and her amazing sense of style on these sites. www.instagram.com/penny_rye or www.pennyrye.com

Tips for Academic

SUCCESS

From Lookout Mountain’s own Mandy Taylor *Hear about what your children will be learning and the academic expectations for the year by attending Curriculum Night. *Read nightly with your children and ask questions about what was read. *Practice age appropriate math facts nightly, so the facts are well known. This allows your children to be successful in class when they are asked to apply basic facts to larger concepts. * Establish a consistent homework time in a quiet area after school, so your child will be successful and start to build good homework habits. * Check your child’s backpack for graded work, so you are aware of your child’s progress.

*Find out about the teacher’s communication plan (weekly newsletters, behavior calendars, etc.) and make sure to participate by reading the communication or reviewing the information with your child. *Have open lines of communication with your child’s teacher and don’t hesitate to contact them with any concerns.

The Lookout Mountain community is dedicated to engagement, enrichment and excellence because we all grow up here.

Mrs. Mandy Taylor, M.Ed., NBCT 6th Grade, Lookout Mountain School

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WHAT DOES A CHANCE VISITOR AND A DISCARDED WASHING MACHINE HAVE TO DO WITH THE NORTH MOUNTAIN VISITOR CENTER?

BY SUSAN MERCER HINRICHS As you’re reading this, mentally turn back the hands of time some 90 to maybe 120 years ago. Imagine you’re standing on what now is known as the Christiansen Trail, also called Trail 100, near one of its current-day heads at the North Mountain Visitor Center, 12950 N. Seventh St., in Moon Valley.

You’re looking southwest into the valley formed between North Mountain, on your left, and Shaw Butte, on your right. Now imagine you’re a young Mr. Clarkson, who was a mere lad in that era past.

It was after a school day, and likely many of them, when the boy returned to his home that was one of the miner’s tents or the so-called Lunger tents that had sprouted up in our neighborhood valley. The Lunger tents housed people afflicted with tuberculosis and sometimes their families, too.

Shifting his focus, the young Mr. Clarkson set out, possibly with some other neighboring youngsters, to guide their Fathers home after the men had worked an arduous day in the cinnabar mines dotting the Phoenix Mountains Preserve.

Miners, intoxicated from inhaling toxic cinnabar fumes, frequently needed assistance traversing the variable terrain. Their youngsters would ensure a safe and sobering-up passage home.

Cinnabar, once refined, becomes mercury. It’s a dangerous substance to humans in either form. Inhaling cinnabar fumes created a hallucinogenic effect on the miners, who were said to be in a dreamy state after their workday.

Hence the name, Dreamy Draw, according to local lore, referring to those mountainside mines holding the promise of work and maybe even wealth.

The Save Our Mountains Foundation President, Terry Horne, recounts a 2011 encounter leading to this one story of local lore. The Save Our Mountains Foundation, a nonprofit, is one among many organizations responsible for the establishment and ongoing preservation of the Phoenix Mountains Preserve and development of the local visitor-center.

One day that year when he was busy at the NMVC, Horne says this Mr. Clarkson, then aged and whose first name can’t be determined, introduced himself.

Mr. Clarkson recounted the story of how, as a youngster, he and other children would hike along trails leading to the numerous cinnabar mines in the vicinity of East Northern Avenue and the Piestewa Freeway, and to reaches as far as the current North Tatum Boulevard vicinities, to lead their Fathers home to their tents.

Mining was a way for men -- some of whom came to our area seeking respite or, hopefully, a cure, for tuberculosis -- to earn a living for their families. Our hot, dry climate was touted as a haven for TB patients.

The miners also came seeking riches of gold, silver, copper and cinnabar, among other hoped-for minerals in some of the more than two dozen mines dug into hills and mountains in our immediate Moon Valley area, in addition to the additional five score or so in the nearby peaks Mr. Clarkson and other youngsters traversed.

Many of those newcomers set up homes in canvas tents around North Mountain and in our local valley. Some tents came to be known as Lunger-tents, the homes in which TB patients and their families dwelled.

Author Reba Wells Grandrud , in her history book entitled, “Images of America: Sunnyslope,” described what the tents were like. And even today, hikers traversing Trail 100 southwesterly, between ¼ and ½ mile from its NMVC head will come across a quite leveled stretch of land with remains of stout wooden posts protruding from the earth there.

These posts served as foundations for some of the tents in our area, Horne says.

A replica of what the thick, canvas tents looked like is on display at the NMVC. Modern-day hikers in our neighborhood valley also will see beams of daylight reflected off of countless glass shards as they ply the paths. Therein is another tale of this valley’s past, say Horne and preservationist Maxine Lakin, another of the folks responsible for the creation and establishment of the Phoenix Mountains Preserve.

“One of the things that was particularly difficult . . . was the broken glass,” Maxine, as she prefers to be called, says. She refers to the seemingly unending broken pieces of glass that to this day glitter along paths and mountainsides.

Starting 50 to 60 years ago, Maxine and like-minded preservationists Dottie Gilbert, Ruth Hamilton and Penny Howe, worked with state, county and City of Phoenix officials, along with private-land ...Continued on page 14

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Trapped In Moon Valley LET TER FROM THE EDITOR What, Why, When and Where?? Is that reallly too many questions? This is usually either a huge debate or giggly session my husband and I quite often have.

Shh, stop asking so many questions. It’s not polite.” That’s a line from the movie My House in Umbria (2003), starring Maggie Smith. When an 8-year-old girl asks Smith’s character a flurry of questions her mother stops it short.

This is indeed more of his belief, whereas mine is MUCH different and has been for many years.

The standing joke we have had for more than 25 years is: That is not a question on the tax organizer, so I have no clue! ( Ed is a CPA) Me on the other hand having been a travel agent and newspaper publisher, along with other jobs see it as my duty to ask , and ask and ask…

Albert Einstein once said: “To raise new questions, new possibilities, to regard old problems from a new angle, requires creative imagination and marks real advance in science.”

Some of not wanting to ask questions started in school, how many of you sat quietly, head down, never making eye contact and absolutely would not have raised a hand to ask a question? And again, there are those , that had many questions, maybe did not understand the lesson, but felt to conscious, embarrassed or shy to ask. But how will you learn? Again, just another question.

Is asking questions impolite? Curiosity for some is socially inappropriate, or taboo, and many sayings still exist: curiosity killed the cat, don’t ask, don’t tell, ask me questions and I’ll tell you no lies, these old sayings actually do stifle many conversations and have many believing the questions put people at risk for either party, the asker or askee.

But how will we know, where to go, what to do, when it is… or just how someone feels, or what they need if we don’t ask questions. I’ve also read that successful people do ask many and better questions and therefore get better answers. So, to sum it up, do not be surprised when I see you on the street, that I ask not only how are you, but there will be at least 10 more questions to follow! What did you do this summer? We want to hear about it in the Tattler along with great photos!

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Moon Valley Shopping Center Transformed

Take Responsibility- VOTE!

BY BRET T ALDIERI, PRESIDENT OF MVNA

BY CO U N C I M A N B I L L G AT E S , CO U N C I L D I S T R I C T 3 We have some exciting news to share with our Moon Valley residents. Investment is coming to the area and it is in the form of millions of dollars.

I am pleased to announce that the Moon Valley Shopping Center, located at 13440 N. 7th Street, at the corner of Thunderbird Road and 7th Street, is getting a much needed facelift. Thanks to Safeway, the center is now in the process of being renovated and expanded.

Safeway has agreed to invest several million dollars in the expansion, renovation and modernization of the front, and the interior, of the store. Additionally, the entire center will be fully renovated, offering two new 5,000 square foot pads.

These pads will face 7th Street, a major north-south artery from northeast Phoenix to Downtown. The transformation of the Moon Valley Shopping Center will breathe new life into the area and help drive additional economic development.

I am very excited about this announcement. Safeway continues to invest in our community and Triumph Properties is playing a major role in facilitating the expansion and renovation of this project. I also appreciate the responsiveness of our Planning Department to ensure that the process went smoothly and efficiently.

For those of you who may be curious, the last time the center was expanded and renovated was in 1994 and 1999.

For leasing information, please call Ed Beeh or Scott Ellsworth at SRS Real Estate Partners, Phoenix at 602–682-6000 or access www.srsre.com.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact our District Office by phone at (602) 262-7441, or by email at council.district.3@phoenix. gov

Vote! Yes – some call it the endless drone of politics – others are fascinated by the game of it all. In the end, we all own the end result, which is how our government performs (or doesn’t). So while it can be taboo to bring up these subjects at family gathering for fear of arguments, it is time to for each one of us to participate in the process. The date is: August 25, 2015 for the City of Phoenix election: Mayor, City Council and propositions. While I have my own opinions on who I like, and what issues I support – I won’t bore you with those details. I do ask that you carefully consider the items on the ballot and exercise your rights by voting!

August can be a challenging month, as summer is already feeling endless even though it got a late start this year. It’s also the time kids are returning to school, so be aware of kids out walking to school bus stops. Remember, school bus red flashing lights means you must STOP! A MVNA committee has commenced planning for what is now our 3rd annual G.A.I.N. event to be held Saturday, October 10th at MVCC. G.A.I.N stands for Getting Arizona Involved in Neighborhoods and is the day to celebrate the successes of crime prevention through community involvement. It’s also a day for our Police Department to show appreciation to those in the community who support their efforts every day to fight against crime. This year we will again be cooking some yummy lunch options to raise funds for The 100 Club – a nonprofit organization that helps families of fallen fire fighters and police. So, even though it’s a few months away, a small group has already started creating a list of events and coordinating all the actions to make this another success for Moon Valley. If you have some time, energy and interest in our community – come join us; we welcome new ideas to expand this event to make it more meaningful for our neighborhood.

We are also canvassing our Moon Valley neighborhood for those interested to serve on our MVNA board. New board members are elected for a 3 year term at our October annual meeting. Interested? Drop us an email or give one of us a call to apply.

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How Difficult can a Bath Remodel Be?!

How to Survive a Total Kitchen Remodel

Most home owners say “I just want to replace the shower”, or “the vanity”, or “eliminate the tub and make a large shower”. That’s how it starts, the challenge is, “does the bath REALLY function better if you make that change!”

Both Kitchens & Bathes have a large impact on the family’s lifestyle, the way they function, and the enjoyment they get out of living in the home. It’s extremely important to address these issues when doing a remodel.

Even with the best planning, the remodeling of your kitchen can be a challenge to coordinate, schedule, live though, and most of all…..keep your sanity!

There are many variables that occur during this process, and some of them are out of our control. We are at the mercy of suppliers, fabricators, delivery delays, damaged shipments, mistakes and construction problems. It takes only one small issue to disrupt and stall the installation process.

After meeting, formalizing & designing a kitchen, my first priority is scheduling and ordering the kitchen cabinets. The average fabrication time for custom cabinetry is six weeks. Immediately following this step I start any remodeling and construction that needs to be done. Depending on the extent of the remodeling, I try to leave a functioning kitchen for the homeowner, or as much of a useable prep area as possible! In a simple remodel, with just a floor-plan change, this works out very well until the cabinets are ready to be installed. During this time I am in regular communication with my fabricator to make sure everything is on schedule before I demolish the rest of the kitchen, approximately three days before cabinet installation.

This six week span gives me a safe window to choose, order and hopefully receive all the other necessary components to make the kitchen complete. I want to have all these items in my warehouse, ready to install…… with no delivery issues.

Whether you are doing a total kitchen remodel with construction, or a simple remodel, it is guaranteed that you will not have a functioning useful kitchen for some period of time.

My goal is to make this inconvenience be as smooth and comfortable as possible. I always plan for a temporary kitchen set-up in the home. While clients are appreciative, this sometimes comes with a reaction such as, “Oh, this won’t be a problem; we will just eat out more”. Well, this may work for a week or so, but after a few weeks this gets very old! I always tell them, you will love the first week; like me the second; tolerate me the third; and be anxious & irritated by the fourth week.

BY TOM SERTICH, KIRK DEVELOPMENT

Have you thought about: -The things you “like” in the existing Bath.

-The things you “dislike” in the existing Bath -How you function in the morning & evening as it relates to the Bath.

-Who gets up first, how does the fact that one gets up first effect the one still in bed.

-If both are up at the same time, how do you both function, and the challenges.

-What special considerations do both parties have.

-Who uses the Bath first in the evening.

-Is one showering while the other is trying to use the vanity.

-Is the location of the toilet a problem.

-Have you thought about the various features available -Shower size, finishes, & faucets -Tub size, finishes, & features -Cabinets & Tops- Features, finishes, & style -Natural & artificial lighting -Ventilation- Both natural & mechanical -Storage for towels, medicine, etc.

Special needs for one of the family members If these items & the number of choices of product seem overwhelming, you will benefit by consulting with the “Certified Kitchen & Bath Designers” or the “Certified Aging In Place Specialists” at Kirk Development. Our professionals are trained specifically in both Kitchen & Bath design. They can help you through the “Decision Jungle” of Kitchen & Bath design making the process enjoyable rather then a “chore”.

DESIGN SOLUTIONS BY ROBERT ALAN MINOR

What are some options for a temporary kitchen/prep area?

-The luxury of a wet bar can be a blessing during a renovation.

-The laundry room works very well. An extra plus would be a laundry sink.

-A powder room or guest bath will work. If this is your only option, try to adapt the tub space into a usable counter. I would sanitize and not use the toilet. If possible, cover it with a small table or shelving.

-Your master bath can also be used in a pinch!

While a sink would be a big benefit, a necessity in all the above scenarios is a large table or folding table. This will accommodate the following items: -Toaster oven.

-Tabletop microwave.

-Coffee maker.

-Plates, cutlery, napkins/paper towels, glasses/mugs, can opener, some serving utensils, microwave/oven safe bowls, baking tray, saran wrap & aluminum foil.

-Room for snacks, cereals, desired food products & drinks.

-Area for food prep.

In most homes I use the existing refrigerator/freezer to keep foods cold and store perishable items. Easily moved, it can be rolled to just about any location.

Another challenge for families with children is to make sure all construction zones are safe. To keep dust in control, plasticize all doorways leading to your project, and try to keep activity out of that part of the house.

The food prep area needs to be accessible for your children’s use, but keep all dangerous items & utensils secure.

If you prepare, organize and stay calm your kitchen remodeling experience will be less stressful to you and your family. Expect some delays, and deal with them in a logical, understanding manner. Choose your professional designer carefully, and make sure there is honest communication. You have to trust that your project is in good hands!

Interior designer Robert Alan Minor of Interior Resources has been designing and remodeling homes, offices and restaurants since 1978. He lives and works in Moon Valley, where he can be reached by email at robertalanminor@aol.com, and by phone at 602-298-8038.

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IT’S 115 DEGREES.....

DRINK WATER!

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BY DR . JAMEY REICHOW D.C.

Recently, I read that 75 percent of Americans do not drink enough water. However, here in Phoenix, that number may be low due to our extreme summertime temperatures. When it’s as hot as it is, drinking water becomes extremely important, and dehydration becomes a concern.

To understand the importance of drinking water, let’s briefly look at some of the things water does for the body. Water plays a vital role in regulating body temperature, joint lubrication, transporting nutrients and oxygen to cells, removing waste, cushioning joints and protecting organs and tissues. Water’s ability to dissolve many substances allows our cells to utilize nutrients, minerals and chemicals in biological processes, and then mobilize these elements efficiently. The brain is 75 percent water, blood is 82 percent water, and lungs are nearly 90 percent water. These vital organs need water to function properly.

A poorly hydrated body may, in the short term, suffer from headaches, back pain, continence problems and constipation. Longer periods of poor hydration can lead to urinary tract infections, renal stones and renal disease. Symptoms of a dehydrated body include: fatigue, headache, dizziness, weakness, muscle cramps, myofascial pain, dry or flushed skin, and rapid heartbeat.

Experience and research indicate that most people suffering with daily headaches have multiple causes. An article in the Journal of Neurology and Psychiatry lists tension type headaches as the most common primary headache. Commonly, tension type headaches are stress induced and related to cervical spinal misalignments, muscle trigger points, and dehydration. The treatment for such headaches usually involves the following: Spinal manipulation, stretching, drinking water, postural reeducation and regular exercise. Four of these five treatment methods will be performed in our clinic, but the other (drinking water) is up to you.

Low back pain is much the same. With most conditions there is more to take into account than the biomechanical causes of the back pain. An initial history and examination help determine what other factors are involved with a patient’s health condition. For example, people are more prone to episodes of low back pain when they are dehydrated. Therefore, a patient’s medical history relative to the cause of their back pain is essential, but so are lifestyle activities.

For example, smoking, consuming alcohol, and stress (physical and/or mental) can dehydrate the body and lead to more frequent and intense episodes of low back pain.

With all this in mind, here are some tips for keeping hydrated in our climate: Be proactive: Do not wait until you are thirsty to drink water because you have already begun dehydrating.

There is no substitute for water: Caffeinated coffees, teas, sodas or alcoholic beverages dehydrate the body. Caffeine and alcohol can act as diuretics, causing you to lose water through increased urination.

Do not underestimate the amount of fluids lost from perspiration.

Start and end your day with a serving of water.

Cold water is the best fluid for keeping hydrated. Cool water is absorbed more rapidly and can help cool down an overheated system.

There are varying opinions on how much water we should consume. Eight 8-ounce glasses per day used to be the recommendation (mostly I think because it’s easy to remember), others have said 2-3 liters per day, some say 40 ounces per 100 pounds of body weight. There is no way to know exactly how much water you should consume. In my opinion, a good rule of thumb to use is consume 4050% of your body weight in ounces under normal conditions; more during times of extreme heat, increased stress levels, increased activity and/or exercise, and with lifestyle considerations. If you have any questions concerning hydration, dehydration, headaches, low back pain, or any health related topic please call or stop in!

Please use this information and STAY HYDRATED, especially during our wonderfully hot dry summer months!

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Connecting the Dots B Y T E R R Y R A T N E R , R N , M F A Dear Father, I’m now a part-time researcher and genealogist. For three weeks, I’ve searched out relatives I never knew we had. Today, a breakthrough. A week ago, I emailed an architect, Tom, in New Jersey, a grandson of your mother’s sister, whom I found by tracking a 1930 census and Googling his mother’s (my cousin’s) obituary.

Hi Tom, My name is Terry Ratner. I’m researching family history. I’m not sure if the late Alice Navin, daughter of Alexander and Maxine Quirk, is your mother. Please let me know. I’m probing my father’s genealogy. He died at age 98 in 2013.

Thanks for your assistance.

Terry Ratner I’ve spent most of my mornings searching for clues—looking for someone in our past who might answer questions. During my childhood, I heard you say names like ‘Wagner, Morgan, and Samelson—short sentences mentioning people without giving any backstory other than ‘nice’ or ‘sickly’ and ‘dead.’

I don’t blame you for this vacuum of information, a gap in your life and mine. It’s as if your early years never existed. The fault lies with me for not questioning you—for not trying to uncover who you were and what circumstances contributed to what you became in life.

I’m not sure why I never cross examined you, after all I was schooled by the best lawyer, having learned your lexicon early on. I’ve excused myself for not being curious during my childhood years with a plea of ‘not guilty’ due to the overwhelming task of learnings to live in the world.

My teenage years were not conducive to dialogues between us because of the volatility of our relationship and my adult years exempt me on the grounds that we didn’t know how to talk with one another. Pent up anger prohibited me from thinking beyond my own perceived injustices.

Since most of your aunts and uncles are deceased, I now depend on the acuity and curiosity of their offspring. I searched Maxine Samelson Quirk, one of your mother’s younger sisters. There were at least twelve children born to your grandmother and I

keep finding more. When I came upon the 1930 census, I found Maxine. She was married to a banker from Ann Arbor. It listed the family, occupations, and children.

The next day, I received Tom’s reply. Subject: Family Connections, I doubleclicked hoping he was related to us.

Terry, I would like to call you Friday morning. Your grandmother and the rest of her siblings is a mystery to my family. My grandmother, Maxine, was the youngest, born after her father died. Her mother (our great-great grandmother) arranged through Hull House in Chicago to have her placed with two women ‘maiden ladies’ in Ann Arbor. Although Maxine kept in touch with her family, the separation was exceptionally painful. She never spoke about her family to my mother. This must have been heartbreaking for Maxine, and I believe it had a major impact upon her life. I’ve attached a picture from c.1949, a visit by Dorothy Samelson to see her sister. I believe Dorothy was younger than your grandmother, and closest in age to Maxine. Included in the picture are Maxine’s three children, Buel (Spike) - still living, Jennie (deceased), and Alice Anne (deceased). Maxine is the second from the right and a real beauty.

Regards, Tom Two clicks and I’m staring at a family I never knew. I immediately saw a resemblance in the four females—long slender arms and legs, narrow face, fair complexions, a small gap between their front teeth, and veins protruding from their dainty hands. The young boy, around twelve, looks like you Dad, with dark hair, pursed lips, and a gangly body.

It felt an explosion of tears—not a sob, but more of a soft cry, a whimper that took me by surprise. The experience became overwhelming when I saw part of you in the photo—part of us.

Writing this letter is a way of sharing my discoveries with you; a chance to feel close to you. Why do I feel this compulsion? Why do I search out answers when most of my witnesses are dead? And why is this powerful urge to unravel the past so consuming and torturous?

Is it grief I’m suffering disguised as curiosity?

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At the same time that hundreds of thousands of taxpayers have become victims of tax-related identify theft, a much smaller number of taxpayers have been victimized by unscrupulous preparers who have stolen their refunds by fraudulently altering information on their returns.

The IRS has been working hard to issue refunds to identity-theft victims quickly.

In a typical preparer fraud case, a taxpayer visits a preparer to have his or her (or a joint) return prepared.

The preparer completes the return.

The taxpayer reviews it, authorizes the preparer to e-file it, and often pays the preparer’s fee. After the taxpayer leaves, the preparer alters the return, often by changing the bank account routing number so the refund is transmitted to the preparer’s own account.

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“What we have achieved due to this new renovation is wonderful,” Canterbury says. “We are able to offer upscale boutique items at thrift store prices, allowing customers to enjoy designer labels within their budget.”

All sales made at the boutique go towards Assistance League of Phoenix philanthropic programs assisting children across the valley.

The boutique staff of dedicated Assistance League members and volunteers work with one mission in mind: “to improve the lives of children through philanthropic programs that fulfill basic needs, foster self-esteem and enhance quality of life.”

The thrift boutique brings in more than one third of the organization’s revenue.

One Assistance League of Phoenix member, Dorothy Hobbs, has been a volunteering in the store for 36 years.

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Will Older Windows Be Coming Back?

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A. Historically, whenever a new operating system makes its debut, there are people who like it and people who don’t like it. I call it the Broccoli Syndrome.

While Microsoft is not likely to return to an older format because a few people complain, Windows 10 is designed to make Windows 7 users, who never made the transition to Windows 8, feel comfortable with the new operating system.

When Windows 98 was released eons ago, there were some people who disliked it because it represented such a big change from the previous version. The same thing occurred when XP replaced Windows 98. Over time, users became comfortable with the new operating system and that happened with Windows 8 and it will happen with Windows 10. Change is inevitable when it comes to technology, so rather than resist it, I have found it easier to embrace the new and even if I’m not thrilled with it, I know I just have to wait a little longer and something even newer will come along.

Q. Is there a limit to how many times I can use my Windows 7 Recovery Disk to format my hard drive?

A. There is no limit, so you can use your Recovery Disk until the cows come home -- if you are, indeed, expecting bovine visitors.

Q. How do I delete all data from a flash drive so that I can put new information on it?

A. Formatting a flash drive will wipe all data off the drive. Start by inserting the flash drive into a USB port on your computer. Click Computer (depending on your version of Windows), then right-click your flash drive icon and select Format.

You will see the option to change the Volume Label, which is the name that will appear next to the drive letter for your flash drive. I like to name my flash drives something short like “Morry” or “Edith,” but other people prefer something more descriptive, such as MP3Files or WorkDocs. You don’t have to change the Volume Label if you prefer to leave things as they are.

Remove the check mark beside the Quick Format box, then click Start to format your flash drive. Once formatting is complete, your flash drive will be squeaky clean and devoid of all data.

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WELLNESS IN MOTION BY DR. NICHOLAS WARNER Energy can be a tricky thing – some days you have it, some days you don’t. Countless factors can affect your energy levels throughout the day, week to week and even longer term. Fortunately, in the absence of an underlying health condition, there are simple strategies to ensure you’ve got energy when you need it – which in general, means all the time. Here are some great natural energy boosters to raise you up when you’re feeling low: 1. Stress Less: Easier said than done, right? Stress, particularly chronic stress, may be the No. 1 cause of low energy. Why? Because all your available energy - physical, mental, emotional - is occupied by whatever got you stressed out - your relationship, your finances, your job, etc. And stress leads to all the other energy drainers mentioned below: poor diet, lack of exercise and sleep issues. The Fix: Yes, “Stress less” is still the solution. There are some great ways to reduce stress and boost your energy levels in the process, ask your Doctor of Chiropractic for some suggestions.

2. Rethink Your Diet: Many people don’t have a clue that what they eat has a direct and dramatic impact on their energy levels. The main culprits: eating too much, eating too much sugar / simple carbohydrates or not eating enough, particularly of the right foods. All three lead to low blood sugar levels, making you feel sluggish and drained. The Fix: Eat less carbs, more protein, and low-GI foods (vegetables included) that give you sustained energy throughout the day.

Eat something every 3-4 hours to avoid blood sugar depression.

3. Less Butt, More Feet: This isn’t as funny as it sounds; exercise (or lack of it) has a profound impact on energy. Interestingly, while many people (usually non-exercisers) fear exercising because they believe it will expend too much energy, it actually has the opposite effect. The Fix: In the short term, exercise energizes; in the long term, particularly as you drop pounds, tone and tighten, and start to see results, it can be downright motivating. What’s more, physical activity increases your metabolism – the body’s ability to burn calories at rest.

Now that’s energy in action.

4. Recharge: Sleep is the mechanism by which the body and mind refresh, recharge and revitalize. Unfortunately, even people who think they’re getting enough sleep probably aren’t. Watching TV or checking your emails for an hour before bedtime, waking up multiple times, or tossing and turning because of an improper mattress / pillow, sets the stage for disturbed, disrupted and interrupted sleep. Nothing worse for your energy levels than a night of poor sleep. Even worse when it happens night after night. The Fix: Don’t read in bead with a tablet type “e-reader”. Studies have shown back light screens disturb the natural day to night rhythms in your brain. Do some light stretching with deep breathing before going to bed. Doing so helps prime the body to relax.

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I helped volunteer at Thunderbird High School’s Registration the last week in July. I had 5 days left of my vacation before heading back to my classroom to teach 5th graders, and I used 2 of them to volunteer because I enjoy it.

My day started out with an angry horn blasting me at Coral Gables and Thunderbird because the idiot didn’t know that both lanes can turn right off of Coral Gables onto Tbird. There are arrows painted on the pavement that indicate this, but like the students who don’t read the directions on how to apply for a parking pass, many people don’t read the signs on the road and prefer to blast their ignorance to let everyone know how dumb they are!

In my two days of helping issue parking passes in the attendance office, I was astounded at how many people came in without the proper paperwork, so as a public service announcement allow me to explain that because registration and insurance cards are renewed annually and biannually, when the new ones come the expired ones should be removed. (Also, your address should be blacked out so that a thief can’t get a hold of the garage door opener and break into your home using the info on your registration.) They should also be kept in an easy to find place in case you’re ever pulled over by a police officer, or your child needs them to get a parking pass. I was also surprised to realize how many students don’t know where to find their Driver’s License Number-DLN! So when I got home, I called all three of my boys together and showed them that their DLN is on top above their DOB-Date of Birth. One kid insisted on arguing with Dena, the Dean’s Administrative Asst. when she told him it’s the top number that starts with a D and O. He said, “That’s Date of Birth”…and they went ‘round and ‘round. It was almost funny, if it weren’t so sad. There were a few other kids who came in with cocky attitudes, but there were many, many more who were polite and respectful and it was heartwarming to witness.

One in particular has always been such a nice boy, and now Scott’s a very tall and handsome young man with a kind heart. When his dad had to leave he said, “I love you” and without skipping a beat, Scott said, “I love you too.” He didn’t care who was around to hear him. That kind of confidence isn’t canned. It doesn’t need a veneer of snarkiness to fake ‘looking cool’ it just IS cool and I was suddenly struck with the realization that because my boys are like Scott, that’s what people always comment on; how kind, polite, respectful and sweet they are and how wonderful it is. After working two mornings around a wide range of teens, I could see what they meant. Their interactions must be like mine were and when they come across good manners, it’s a joy.

Gary and I started practicing our good manners on each other during the many years we were trying to conceive. I’d read an article that said, if you want to have polite children be polite, so we were. We said thank you, your welcome, please, I’m sorry for simply everything. Years later it was completely natural that our boys repeated these words to others and each other. It was such a part of our lives I didn’t realize that others weren’t as inclined to be polite until my friends commented on Jon, Joel and Jaden’s manners and thoughtfulness.

Now that I’m back in the classroom after so many years away, I do notice there’s more disrespect and I have corrected many a student with, “You seem to have forgotten who you’re speaking to.” They learn quickly. It’s the adults who don’t learn as well. Other volunteers I spoke to witnessed badly behaving parents.

I get being angry sometimes and losing your temper, but fix it by returning to apologize or at least acknowledge the bad behavior with your family.

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What About Greece?

BY D E N N I S J. R O G E R S , C PA , C FP ® There has been no shortage of headlines and news over the past few months about Greece and it has certainly contributed to recent stock market volatility. Perhaps it is time for a little perspective on it. Our opinion is that the Greek situation and potential effect on the markets is more drama than tragedy. It is not a huge event likely to derail stocks.

The Greek government has not been able to find ways to work out a solution to its International Monetary Fund (IMF) debt. This has left investors uncertain on whether a Greek default would result in the first country to leave the European Union or whether the Greek government will accept austerity terms from creditors.

There are concerns that this will weaken spending throughout Europe and therefore end its modest economic recovery.

The country was in poor fiscal shape entering 2008, and the financial crisis made matters worse. The Greek government increased borrowing and implemented tax increases on an already fragile economy. Currently, Greece now has debt equivalent to 180% of GDP (twice the amount of the US) with a 25% unemployment rate.

Even under the best case growth scenarios, Greek debt is unlikely to drop below 130% of GDP by 2030, while the limit for European Union is 110%.

It is important to note that Greek debt is held primarily by the IMF and Euro government. The exposure to European banks and private markets has been reduced, and the world is now more prepared for Greece today. The contagion effect from Greece is also reduced from the willingness of the ECB to expand its asset purchase program and reduce market anxiety. It is expected that Greece will have a limited impact on US markets due to minimal exposure to Greek debt and minimal contribution to US GDP from Greek exports. There is greater concern for European peripheral economies (i.e. Italy, Portugal, Cyprus), which carry debt burdens in excess of 130% of GDP along with weak growth prospects for their respective economies. Negative developments in Greek debt negotiations are likely to result in widening bond spreads and weaker equity markets in these peripheral nations. It is not a time to panic, but the situation certainly warrants monitoring.

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Building Relationships with WESD in 2015-16 As the new superintendent of the Washington Elementary School District, I have spent my first month getting to know the talented team we have here in WESD. One of my goals for this year to is build relationships with members of the WESD team – staff members, volunteers, parents, community members and business leaders – everyone who supports our vision of achieving excellence for every child, every day, every opportunity.

With the new school year comes opportunities to acquaint yourself with the team at your neighborhood Washington Elementary school and District. No matter if you are a parent, community or business member, there is an opportunity for you.

If you are a parent, you have the opportunity to engage with your child’s principal and teacher and be an active partner in your child’s academic success. Be involved in your child’s school and encourage your child to be actively involved too. Examples of this include: Get acquainted with the principal and teachers and talk with them about your child and his or her needs.

Participate in curriculum night, parent/teacher conferences, site council meetings and other opportunities to connect.

Read and review the materials your child brings home at the beginning of the school year so you understand the policies and expectations of the WESD and your child’s school.

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Functional Training Helps All Adults Improve Ease of Movement B Y D E B O R A H L A V I N S K Y, P M A - C P T August signifies back to school month and I've used my summer vacation to refresh and renew so that I can continue to provide the highest quality instruction. In July, I completed the American Council on Exercise (ACE) Functional Training Specialist Certification learning new movement techniques focusing on posture and balance work. Whether it’s improving core function to give clients an edge in athletic competition or boosting balance to help older adults play with their grandchildren without pain, functional training can help everyone improve ease of movement.

Through these studies, I've become fascinated with a muscle group called the illiopsoas or "psoas" (pronounced so-az) that links the spine to the legs. An important postural muscle, the psoas helps you flex, bend and maintain body alignment. Anatomically the psoas meets the diaphragm (a key core and breathing muscle) at a junction known as the solar plexus and involves the lower back/lumbar nerve complex.

What does that mean to you? The psoas is known as the "fight or flight" muscle where your "gut feelings" originate. Having a healthy psoas muscle also helps to eliminate lower back pain. All BellaBody Pilates classes include exercises and stretches to maintain a healthy psoas and are exclusively taught by certified instructors.

New Fall classes are forming for Pilates for Buff Bones®, a medically-endorsed workout that combines Pilates, functional movement, strength training, and therapeutic exercise with bone-strengthening and balance techniques to optimize the health and safety of your bones and is safe for those with osteoporosis. BBP is the only licensed Buff Bones® provider in Phoenix.

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A 4th of July Blast for a Beloved Resident

BY FR O S T Y K R O E N I N G , A M O O N VA L L E Y R E S I D E N T Not many people celebrate their 80th birthdays with champagne, cake, and dancing. Dear neighbor, Betty Silva, wanted to bring her family and friends together and it was a warm, beautiful evening full of laughter and fun.

Betty’s family members traveled from near and far. Daughter Linda Coughlin flew out from Mystic, Connecticut. Daughter Diane Brown traveled from California. Son Mike came in from San Francisco with his wife, Stephanie, and their two sons, Mike and Matthew. Daughter, Sharon Silva, from Phoenix, is always helping wherever needed and she provided the sweet music. Friends Pat Clegg and Charlene Tatz helped in numerous ways.

Betty’s sister, Dorothy Rosebrook and her husband, Jeb (from Scottsdale), and their son and his wife and children attended. Betty’s friend, Dianna Moon, flew in from Santa Fe and Betty’s brother, Bill Fischer, and his wife, Sonya, traveled from Williamsburg, Virginia. Eighty people were in attendance.

Moon Valley is a perfect place to celebrate milestones. The joy of being together with beloved people in a beautiful setting is precious. We honored a woman who, since 2005 has lived in Moon Valley and hosted countless dinners, women’s club events and birthday parties for others. This year the party was for her. And, in his quiet way, Betty’s husband, Tony, is always the perfect host. His 80th birthday party was in 2012.

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Disabled Designers Launch Successful Kickstarter for Local Business

Solar Pool Technologies came to Kickstarter knowing it’s an innovative portal for their product. When it came to designing the Kickstarter campaign, SPT took yet another innovative approachthey hired disabled designers to create all the graphics and implement the campaign.

Civitan Media Productions is a boutique design firm, focusing on special needs employment. They seek to offer “humanitarian design,” catering to small businesses, nonprofits, and social issues that deserve to have a visual voice. When they were connected with Paul Sim and Solar-Breeze NX, the designers were excited to take on a project that tackles an environmental issue.

“Immediately we recognized they had a unique product, and they needed to treat this new robot as such. This is why we proceeded with creating a new product logo, seamlessly matching the current brand identity, while allowing the new robot to pop,” states Michael Steinle, Lead Graphic Designer with Civitan Media. The uniquely designed robot addresses concerns plaguing pool owners- the large costs of running pool pumps, the high amounts of energy consumption, and never being clean when you need them to be.

Solar-Breeze NX has shown great success in the first weekend of its’ launch.

“Watching the numbers increase almost exponentially Monday morning was so exciting, to know that this success was due to our design abilities, our email

campaigning, and strategic social posting,” says Lynn Childress, Junior Social Mediaist. The Kickstarter campaign saw immense support in the first few hours, with a backer a minute. Paul Sim, CEO of SPT told the team of Civitan Media Productions “You guys can make a living at this. You’ve given me the best work day I’ve had in a very long time.”

Civitan Media Productions has proven very effective at design- they’ve recently overhauled local business AguaSAC, creating complete new identities and a new web presence, visible at www.aguasac.com.

SPT is still in the early stages of their SolarBreeze NX Kickstarter, which means you have time to review the work of these impressive designers at https://goo.gl/lOV5YA - Are you socially conscious? Are you looking for a new website, logo, or social media help? Then contact the designers of Civitan Media Productions at 602-953-2944.

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said tent dwellers and locals getting rid of their unwanted items created “piles of garbage and piles of rubble” in an area that was out of sight.

So what else did the area off a then narrow, unpaved, rock-studded North Seventh Street yield when it was being cleaned up?

Yes, the abandoned washing machine.

And in all, three thousand tons of trash, including junked cars, vehicular engines, spent bullets, shell casings and countless other chunks of metal or other undistinguishable items.

When NMVC volunteers recently built the bird blind on the center’s south side, Doug Duffy, a center volunteer, says folks working on the project unearthed still more metal remnants, along with lots of the omnipresent glass shards.

More information about the local lore surrounding our neighborhood valley can be found among North Mountain Visitor Center reference sources. Folks also can visit its website, www.northmountainvisitorcenter.org.

owners and other conservation-minded organizations “to preserve what we’ve got,” she says. With their efforts and energies and being “rather strong in our convictions” concerning the area mountains’ preservation, Maxine says, the foursome, later dubbed “the little old ladies in tennis shoes,” attended public and other meetings and continued advocating their mountains-preservation theme. Maxine talks of the diligence and discussion; the collaboration and cooperation among many entities; and ultimately, the passage of time that allowed bond issues to be floated and ultimately passed, all of which led to the establishment of the Phoenix Mountains Preserve and the creation of the NMVC. But what about that washing machine? Back to the glass shards first. Horne says tent-dwellers and possibly others target shot at countless hundreds and even thousands of glass bottles when the land was in Maricopa County’s jurisdiction.

Maxine called the area “a dumping ground” in an era before recycling. Horne

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Community Calendar | KEEPING MOON VALLEY INFORMED ASSISTANCE LEAGUE INFORMATIONAL COFFEE

On September 16, come to an informational coffee to find out how you can help thousands of Phoenix children in need. Find out how you can get involved; whether you are looking to volunteer a few hours or want to become a member of this nonprofit organization. Please join us for our August Informational Coffee at our Philanthropic Center: 9224 N 5th St, Phoenix, AZ on Wednesday, September 16, at 10:00am. Call Michelle at 602-9447636 or email info@alphx.org. Assistance League of Phoenix provides school clothing, books and supplies for over 7,500 children annually through our Operation School Bell program, and helps thousands more with literacy materials, crisis teddy bears, and newborn necessities for infants born into poverty.

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CANINE GOOD CITIZEN COURSE Saturdays– The AKC CGC (Canine Good Citizen) Test is an evaluation of the basic skills that every dog should know. Each week we’ll introduce and practice particular tests from the Canine Good Citizen evaluation. As we progress; we’ll revisit the previously learned exercises and showcase new ones. Before you know it, you’ll have practiced all 10 exercises and be ready for the final practice sessions. Reservations required. Class is $20 per class or four sessions for $60. AKC CGC/CGCA evaluation is $20 each. Check the website http://www. trainingmethods.com/ for more information or call (602) 861-9256.

DOG BEHAVIOR MODIFICATION CLASS Every Thursday at 7pm– “These are dog behavior modification classes to help you improve your communication with your dog. Please call to reserve a space. Classes are taught by Leslie Spencer-Snider, owner of Alternative Training Methods for Dogs. Check the website http://www.trainingmethods.com/ for more information or call (602) 861-9256.

NORTH MOUNTAIN VISITORS CENTER ACTIVITIES YOGA WITH SUMR Every Monday at 9am – We use breath, sound and movement to increase energy, expand lung capacity, improve memory, increase cognitive awareness, and stimulate blood circulation. Class time subject to change; check website for updated schedule: http://www.ReleaseThruBreath.com

HIKE AND WRITE CLASS Every Friday at 9am - The North Mountain Hike and Write Group meets every Friday from 8:15 AM until 11 AM. After a short hike on one of our beautiful trails for inspiration, the group meets indoors at the Visitors Center to write, share written material, and respond to one another’s work. There is no charge to participate, however a donation to the North Mountain Visitors Center is suggested. If you are interested in joining this on-going group, please contact Karen at (973) 997-7204.

SUMMER ICED COFFEE SATURDAYS Welcome to our Summer Iced Coffee and more at the North Mountain Visitor Center (NMVC), 12950 North 7th Street MAP held every first and third Saturday of the month from May to the first Saturday in October. The NMVC opens at 7:00 a.m. every day and it is always free admission into the Center. At the Center’s Exhibit hall area, in the summertime we feature fresh iced tea and iced coffee from 8:00 a.m. to close, generously donated from the Save Our Mountains Foundation. Tidbits to go with your drinks available with your donations. We also have wonderful snacks to purchase at the gift shop, the proceeds of which all go to help with the operation of the NMVC. Admission to the Center is always free, donations toward the operations of the Center are appreciated!

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The season begins on Wednesday, September 2, and continues once weekly. Players may sign up at any time throughout the season, but you won’t want to miss any of the fun! Events include a Member Welcome on September 16, special weekly “Play of the Day” games and three optional tournaments. Please contact the current CCWGA President, Jan Campbell at jancam715@ aol.com for information on fees or for an emailed signup sheet. Signup sheets may also be found on the CCWGA bulletin board just outside the Cave Creek Pro Shop. I encourage you to come on out, get some exercise and improve your golf game with a great bunch of ladies! See you on the course!

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Performance August 15th Long ago, in an America faraway… There were string bands everywhere, small groups that played all kinds of music — oldtime mountain stuff, gospel, swing, popular tunes of the day, what we now call country — on acoustic instruments…

Three-Legged Dog is today’s version of these, taking to the stage with multiple guitars, mandolins, banjos, Dobro, cello, fiddle, accordion, musical saw, standup and fretless electric bass, bouzouki, jug and jaw harp…Three people hopelessly outnumbered by instruments. Come and see who wins! www.three-legged-dog.net

In appreciation for giving blood this summer all June 1 – August 31 United Blood Services donors are being automatically entered to win a 2015 VW Golf donated by your Valley Volkswagen dealers. Ten summer blood donors will be drawn as finalists to participate in the grand prize drawing.

For a blood donation appointment, call 1-877-UBS-HERO (827-4376) or visit www.BloodHero. com 85021 – North Central Phoenix Sun, Aug 23, 8am-12pm, Beth El Congregation, 1118 W Glendale Ave, Bloodmobile 85023 – North Phoenix Sun, Aug 30, 8am-12pm, Moon Valley Bible Church, 16207 N 3rd Ave, Bloodmobile

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Our Wednesday night schedule resumes on August 19 with a meal at 5:30 ($4 per person, $12 family max) and classes for all ages at 6:30. AWANA for children age 4 through 6th grade.

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Barrel Aged Beer BREWSPRINT BY ROBERT BERKNER Hello, and welcome back to BREWSPRINT. Today’s topic is Barrel Aged Beer. I picked this topic for a few reasons. First and foremost is the increasing popularity of aging beer in barrels, something we are having a lot of fun with at North Mountain Brewing. As I mentioned in our first article we are in the process of opening a dedicated barrel aging room. Right now we have over 30 barrels on hand (Rum, Tequila, Bourbon, Red/White wine and Brandy with some Cognac due shortly) and this will continue to expand. The room itself will also be a work in progress as we create a cold humidor to keep the beer cool and the barrels from drying out and leaking.

So what’s the big deal about barrel aging a beer? Flavor! All of our barrels, as is common in breweries, held other spirits in them before we got them. Some of our rum barrels held three batches of Spanish rum over the course of 30 plus years. That flavor soaks into the barrel then goes into the beer we fill it with, especially the first fill. But the beer doesn’t just get the flavor from the spirits, it gets flavor from the toasted wood of the barrel itself. Some of these flavors are described as vanilla, caramel, floral and even fruity. And the beer itself is typically strong in alcohol so it can survive months in a barrel and strong in flavor so it doesn’t get overwhelmed by the barrel flavors.

The fun part for us is pairing the right beer with the right barrel. Some of my North Mountain favorites so far have been the N.I.B. Imperial Stout and N’erotic Belgian in rum, and our Saison in tequila (keep looking for these, not only did/will we keep making more but we have some hidden untill who knows when. The old releases sometimes sneak out without warning to treat our regulars, so be ready).

What else do we have going into, and coming out of, barrels in the future? Imperial Pilsner in wine (red and white), British Strong and Imperial Brown in a variety of barrels; Belgian Dark, Imperial I.P.A., Barleywine, Octomalt (our Imperial Red/I.P.A. hybrid)and more. Including our Pumpkin Ale that starts as a deep red but with chocolate, coffee, vanilla bean and caramelized brown sugar doesn’t stay there. Some of that will be going in Bourbon barrels. YUM! Want to know more about barrel aging? Barrel aging is the topic of this month’s North Mountain Brewing Beer Appreciation Group, held on Sunday August 30 at 2:00 P.M. Come in around 1:30 P.M. for a tour. The group is $10 and includes about five to seven samples, and not just North Mountain brews, so you get a nice variety. Hope to see you there!

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Hidden neighborhood Gem nestled into the preserve. This lovely home is meticulously maintained! Wonderful home 3 sides w/Mountain Views, Master Suite downstairs! Great Room floor plan, formal dining room, updated kitchen, 3 Beds + bonus/game/loft/bed w closet, 2.5 baths, Updated & meticulously maintained 16 seer AC's, 3 yr old Roof, appliances, refrigerator French style w/ice & H20 conveys & loaded w/ cabinets in the eat in kitchen, Neutral tile thru out. Hardwood floors stairs & bonus room & is loaded with storage comes w/inside laundry, washer/ dryer, 3 car garage custom cabinets everywhere! Outside is a beautiful lagoon style pool, waterfall, Island BBQ, Hot tub, top of the line Security doors front & Rear doors! See this quick it is ''10''.

1633 W ACOMA DRIVE $342,500 SALE PENDING IN 3 DAYS! 2. North Central New listing townhome! Hacienda Royal Condo with 1413 sq. ft in small 22 unit complex with 2 bed, 2 bath, great room with fireplace, kitchen with all appliances convey including washer, dryer.

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816 E Corte Oro Drive $193,000 SOLD! 3. NEW LISTING SWEETWATER VISTAS! $$$MILLION$$$ VIEWS! Where are you going to find a gated Mountain hilltop community home with no steps, 2x6 construction, 2 car garages, energy efficiency, smart homes, R-30 insulation, dual pane windows, soft h20, plantation shutters, refrigerator, 3 bedrooms + bonus room w closet + loft, 2.5 baths, laundry area with Washer & Dryer convey. Open floor plan and views every day and night all the way to the Superstitions. This is it! 2018 sq ft 4 bed, 2.5 baths. Master bedroom downstairs, master bath with double sinks, jacuzzi & separate shower, big walk in closet. Great room with Gas fireplace & heatilator & gas heat & hot water, security system, Kitchen w/granite counters, maple cabinetry w/crown molding, pantry, and stainless appliances including refrigerator, gas range, microwave & dishwasher, separate laundry room w/cabinets. Covered patio & added patio area, has in ground rock spa with jets, can be used hot or cold fueled by gas heater, outside beehive fireplace and views to the east of the Superstitions, the McDowell Mtns north to Black Mountain very private back yard with landscaping, mature trees, Custom flagstone cool decking, 2 car garage with cabinets, Epoxy garage floor. Lush and Green! It has Master downstairs, 2 bedrooms up + office big room w/ closet + loft & 2 balconies one upfront one back. The entire downstairs is 20x20 neutral tile which looks similar to travertine. ½ bath on stairs.

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1,489

235,000 901 E BECK LN

2,885

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13835 N BURNING TREE PL

1,847

275,000 1215 E Rowlands LN

2,008

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320,000 225 E PARADISE LN

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389,000 12817 N 15TH AVE

2,539

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2,954

480,000 426 E CAROL ANN WAY

2,432

375,000

325 E BECK LN

2,358

352,000 14618 N 22ND ST

1,998

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2,284

375,000 15210 N 19TH WAY

3,014

340,000

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3,146

445,000 1825 E BECK LN

4,772

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709 E COUNTRY GABLES DR

2,004

278,000 15209 N 7TH DR

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Getting a Home Ready to Sell B Y S H A R O N H E L L A N D, A S S O C I AT E B R O K E R Buyers pay a premium for a home that is in top-notch, move-in condition, so once you decided to sell, make sure the home is ready to be sold.

First, you have to figure out what needs to be done to your home. A thorough property inspection up front will help to identify problem areas. Having the property inspection done and all the corrections taken care of before you get offers also shows the buyers that you are conscientious homeowners. This will relieve some of their anxiety about buying a home.

99% of buyesr will have a property inspection done shortly after writing an contract on a home.

Often, this is when they will re-negotiate the price because of any problems that may turn up in the inspection. Having your own inspection done and making all necessary repairs first removes this opportunity for the buyer to try and renegotiate.

Properties in prime condition are a pleasure for real estate agents to show, so they get shown more often. The more exposure a property gets, the better the chance of selling it quicker and for a higher price.

-PAINT: Few things you will enhance the sale ability of your house quite as much as painting the outside. Before painting, scrape or water-blast any blistered or peeling paint; repair gutters and down spouts; and replace wood showing dry rot. Pay special attention to wood, trim, gutters, and wrought iron.

-FRONT ENTRY: Give special care to this area. First impressions do make a difference! All woodwork should be freshly and neatly painted, including the door if necessary. Replace badly worn or broken doorbells. Polish any door brass. Paint or replace an unsightly mailbox. Put out a new or clean doormat.

-YARD: Mow and trim the lawn. Weed flower beds; remove or replace dead plants or trees. Water regularly during the growing season. With desert landscaping, make sure that no underlying plastic is exposed, that rocks and sand are tidy, and that weeds and unwanted grass are removed.

-DRIVEWAY, GARAGE/CARPORT: Clean up grease or oil spots; remove the soil at least, if not the stains. See that the garage door opens freely, and if you have an automatic door opener, make sure it’s in good working order.

-AIR CONDITIONERS: Paint or replace any rusted exposed metal. Correct improper draining.

-PATIO: A nice spread of outdoor furniture looks very appealing.

If necessary, borrow some from a friend to enhance the “show ability” of your property.

-SWIMMING POOL: Adjust chemicals until the pool sparkles.

Hose dust and cobwebs from filtration equipment. Store chemicals and tools neatly. Keep pool area tidy and secure.

-WINDOWS: Repair or replace torn or bent screens. As a last resort, remove them entirely; it’s better to have no screens than to have unsightly ones. Replace any cracked or broken panes. Also, notice unsightly foliage near windows. A window framed in ivy can give a warm, homey feeling, but cut it back if the foliage is restricting the light coming into the rooms.

Stay tuned for more tips next month.

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Asset Protection for Your Heirs

BY LI B BY BAN K S, T H E L AW O FFI CE O F LI B BY BAN K S The revocable living trust is a great estate planning tool. But many people don’t know about the asset protection that can come from having a trust.

Planning Tip: Trusts for the lifetime of your beneficiaries (and beyond) provide prolonged asset protection for the trust assets. Lifetime trusts also permit your financial advisor to continue to invest the trust assets as you instruct. This can help ensure that trust returns are sufficient to meet the goals you have for your children and other beneficiaries.

Putting your own assets in a revocable living trust doesn’t protect those assets from your creditors.

The assets in your trust are still considered your assets because you continue to have complete control over them. However, you can use your trust to provide asset protection for your beneficiaries after your death.

How can you do that? When you pass on your assets to your beneficiaries, you pass them on in the trust. Instead of giving all the assets to them outright, where they put it in their own bank account in their own name, you continue your trust and make them the beneficiary of the trust.

Without an ongoing trust, a beneficiary’s creditors can end up with all your hard earned money. Let me give you a real life example (with details changed to protect confidentiality). Son started a business, but in the economic downturn, it didn’t make it. He filed bankruptcy. Within a few months after filing, Mom passed away, leaving him everything in an outright distribution. It was all his. Except it wasn’t his. Instead, because he had filed bankruptcy, it all went to his bankruptcy trustee.

Had Mom given him the assets in trust, with an independent trustee (someone other than him and someone whom he didn’t control), he could have completed the bankruptcy without using the assets in the trust. Then, when the bankruptcy was over, the assets in the trust could have given him a fresh start.

Planning Tip: For heirs who are irresponsible, a continuing trust is a vital part of a good estate plan. The trust can protect the beneficiary from himself if he is a spendthrift or has had drug or other addiction problems.

DO YOU NEED A WILL OR TRUST? Do you have a minor child who may need a guardian?

Do you want to avoid probate and pay the least amount of taxes possible?

Do you know who will care for you and your property if you become incapacitated?

Have you gotten married – or are you filing for divorce?

Do you want to leave your business to your children?

When we draft your trust to continue and benefit your beneficiaries, we provide for discretionary distributions to them. Generally, we write in the trust that the trustee has discretion to provide for the health, education, maintenance and general welfare of the beneficiary. That way, the beneficiary still benefits from your assets, but doesn’t have full access. This takes away any opportunity to overspend or get into trouble with the assets you left.

Planning Tip: If a beneficiary has a rocky marriage or is going through a divorce, the continuing trust can assure that your beneficiary gets your money. By keeping assets in trust, you can ensure that your trust assets do not go to a former son-in-law or daughter-in-law, or their bloodline.

An inheritance is separate property, meaning that your beneficiary’s spouse isn’t entitled to it in a divorce. However, if your beneficiary commingles his inheritance with assets of the marital community, they are no longer separate. When you convey your assets in a continuing trust, the assets remain separate property, and are protected from being divided up in a divorce.

In the event of a death, your beneficiary’s spouse may be entitled to half or more of the beneficiary’s separate property. Thus, if your beneficiary dies owning the assets you left him outright, his spouse may take the assets instead of your grandchildren or other heirs. On the other hand, if you give him assets in in trust, your trust will state who is to receive the remainder of the assets after your beneficiary dies.

Given the high rate of divorce, gifting your property to your heirs in trust is a good idea. Planning with continuing trusts can assure that your heirs are the ones who get your inheritance.

Asset protection planning for your heirs is a substantial benefit to using a revocable living trust as your primary estate planning tool. If you don’t have a revocable living trust, consider talking to your estate planning attorney or contact my office soon.

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How to Minimize Monsoon Damage August is an interesting month in Arizona. Everyone is tired of the heat and the one thing that might help is a little rain. The problem is that along with this rain can come some impressive damage to your landscaping. Did you know that simply performing regular, qualified tree trimming can greatly decrease the chance of damage or loss of your tree? It is important to properly remove weight and allow wind to pass through trees easier, especially during monsoon season. This is one area where you should hire a professional. Luckily Moon Valley residents have a local, qualified company right in our back yard. Moon Valley Nursery is a total care nursery. They plant, trim, remove and care for the health of your trees for their entire lifespan. Moon Valley Nurseries tree service division is based right here in Moon Valley and free estimates are always available for all types of tree work.

Moon Valley Nursery, Inc. is a retail and wholesale tree and plant nursery that has been serving the Western United States for over thirty years. Since the beginning, they have operated as an Arizona based, family owned company and still do to this day They are committed to growing and providing their customers with the highest quality and largest selection of trees and plants available while maintaining the absolute highest level of service.

In fact, Moon Valley Nursery is the largest box tree grower in the United States, growing over 1,500 varieties of trees, palms and shrubs which allows them to guarantee the lowest price anywhere. Whether you need just a tree or two, or an entire landscape, come see the Moon Valley difference for yourself.

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Fall growing season is coming fast so be sure to fertilize all trees, plants and especially palm trees for optimum health and hardiness before winter arrives. Moon Valley Nursery can help with this as well.

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For me, a somewhat experienced rider and also a good bicycle mechanic, it was a missed shift sending the chain off the front sprocket causing slack in the chain, sending it into the spokes thus tearing my new derailleur off my bicycle.

What can I do? Walk or fix it? I didn’t have a chain tool with me so my fate was to walk home. A chain tool is a “ride-saving” tool as it can cut and reinstall the chain without the derailleur. Obviously you can only ride in one gear, but it will get you through the rest of your ride or back home.

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The School Year Has Started but Swim Lessons for the Kids SHOULDN’T Stop Now that September is upon us and our kids are back in school doesn’t mean that the swim lessons they started during their summer break needs to stop. At the three Hubbard Family Swim School locations in the Valley - in Phoenix, Peoria, and Mesa - you’ll find children taking swim lessons, improving their swim strokes, and enjoying being in the water all year round. Swimming is a wonderful afterschool and weekend sport to enroll the kids in.

Ever since they opened their first Phoenix location in 1998, thousands of children from all over Arizona have learned how to swim at the Hubbard Family Swim Schools. Today, they have numerous former students who are competing on swim teams in high school and college, and at state, regional, and national competitions.

“The foundation we lay for beautiful competitive swimmers has been proven,” says Kathy Hubbard who co-owns the swim schools with her husband, Bob Hubbard. “Learning to be comfortable and confident in the water can give children the tools to take their swimming careers any direction they want - from surfing, ocean swimming, scuba diving, fitness swimming, to competition. We teach children skills to last a lifetime.”

The three Hubbard Family Swim Schools also offer FREE “baby splash” swim classes every week for babies 8 weeks to 5 months of age. These 30-minute water acclimation classes give parents or caregivers a chance to learn excellent tips on how to enjoy tub time at home with baby and also learn how to prepare baby for swim lessons. The temperature of the heated, indoor swimming pools is 90 degrees all year long.

“We love teaching and working with every baby and student who enters our doors,” adds Bob Hubbard. “Every day there is a new success story, a new smile, a frightened child who begins to understand the aquatic world. We work to build smiles, confidence and success.”

For more information about Hubbard Family Swim Schools, call (602) 971-4044

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Great success. We distributed 600 lanyards to Moon Valley last month ! A focused effort was made by your block watch team to deliver as many as we could before the 4th of July. With the high temperatures and a holiday we wanted every pool owner to identify the assigned “Pool Watcher”.

Wearing the orange lanyards while children are in the pool helps to prevent the assigned person from distractions.

Our goal is to have NO pool related incidents and we appreciate your cooperation. If you did not get one we may still be able to get more.

As you know our swim season is hardly over.

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MYTH: YOU NEED 20% DOWN TO BUY A HOME THE WRITE STUFF BY GERRY JOHNSON In March, 2015 twenty nine percent (29%) of all homes purchased in the United State were purchased with 3% or less in down payment. That’s pretty startling.

29% of all home buyers in March got in with 3% or less down. That kind of dispels the old “rule of thumb” that you need 20% down to buy a home.

My source is the KCM Blog which I receive daily via Email.

They cited a study by Ipsos. KCM blogs about real estate and mortgage related topics. They are very good and concise.

Lest you think, “Oh No – here we go again, another housing bust!”

Freddie Mac assures us that underwriting standards, now in place, will not allow another housing debacle.

Gone is “layered risk.”

Layered risk underwriting allowed low down payments combined with variable-payment loans, property-based underwriting, and questionable appraisals. The reality is that subprime buyers can no longer get negative amortizations loans based on stated income and inflated appraisals with virtually no down payment.

Low down payment loans are available. Adjustable rate mortgages are available.

But the deal needs to make sense and Underwriters are held to a much tighter standard. Debt to Income (DTI) ratios are scrutinized. Ability to pay and willingness

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to pay are key factors. Access to appraisers by loan originators is severely limited.

Underwriting is based on credit worthiness not the appraisal. Documentation and verification are essentials. There are strict standards for buyer’s reserves. Freddie Mac’s conclusion is that: “As long as the underwriting process bars the return of layered risks prevalent in the pre-crisis era, lower down payments are not a cause for concern.”

I did a very short analysis of rates on today’s market. It appears that credit worthiness plays a much bigger role in determining rate than down payment. Looking at a 30 year fixed mortgage, comparing 5% down and 20% down, and a 650 FICO score to a 750 FICO: Looking at both FICOS, the rate was as much as .5% higher at 650 over 750. (A big difference in the monthly payments).

Looking at down payment, the rate was the same with 5% down as with 20% down. (At 5% down mortgage insurance is required).

There are two points here: Guard your credit jealously, but With reasonable credit very little down payment is needed to buy a home.

Get with a trusted Mortgage Banker and explore your options. There is no cost to get Pre Qualified. Homeownership may be closer than you think.

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MOON VALLEY WOMEN’S CLUB LUNCHEONS WITH PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITY GROUPS

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MVWC is a social and service club founded in 1970.

Membership is open to women living within our boundaries, which are comprised of the following streets: North side of Thunderbird Road, West side of Seventh Street, Homes on Paradise Lane/LeMarche Avenues, East of and including Moon Mountain and Coral Gables Estates, and South of Greenway including Moonlight Cove, Tamarac and Las Meridas.

Members, their guests and prospective members are invited to join us for the start of the year for the Moon Valley Women’s Club. Our first luncheon and social will be held on Thursday, September 10th at the Moon Valley Country Club.

President Pat Clegg will welcome our new and returning members and guests and introduce this year’s Board. The menu for the luncheon will include a choice of Cobb Salad with Chicken, Tuna Salad Sandwich or Thai Lettuce Wrap. There will also be assorted Cookies and beverages for $24. Reservations are needed. During the social and luncheon time everyone will have an opportunity to welcome our new and prospective members, ask questions and sign up for activity groups, have photos taken for our Membership Directory and catch up with friends you haven’t seen during the summer.

Annual membership dues are $20 to receive the monthly newsletter by email or $25 to receive newsletters in the US mail. All members will receive a copy of our membership directory which is published in October. Thursday, September 3rd is the deadline for dues and reservations for our September luncheon.

Future luncheons are planned at various locations. Our programs will include a style show with fashions modeled by our members, a local appraiser with an Antiques Road Show style program, musical and dramatic entertainment and speakers. We will also have our Annual Auction in February with the proceeds going to our Service Projects.

If you would like further information about membership, activity group participation or our luncheons, please contact Sandi Kogan at moonvalleywomensclub@gmail.com or 602-375-1433. If you live within our boundaries, we can send you a copy of our August Newsletter and a membership form by email or U S mail.

Their relationship might not make for a Hollywood film but surely Dexter and Bella are good for a few YouTube videos. Rather than the buddies-on-the-road comedy, it would be about two homebodies on a lap together. Dexter, a 12-year-old Dachshund and his soulmate Bella, a 7-year old Chihuahua, are inseparable, and have clung together since being surrendered by an owner who was no longer able to care for them.

The two have become even closer in the unfamiliar confines of the shelter. Whether going on walks, playing with toys or curling up on a dog bed, these two are always side by side.

And if there are any YouTube videos to be coming out of this friendship, the only soundtrack should be Al Green’s “Let’s Stay Together.”

Meet these two sweet dogs at the Arizona Humane Society’s Sunnyslope Campus located at 9226 N. 13th Avenue in Phoenix. For more information call 602.997.7585 and ask for animal ID numbers A514076-7. They may have been adopted by the time you visit the shelter but you can see all the pets in need of a home by visiting www.azhumane.org.

VACATION -By Martha Santos

Catch the moments that glow and lock them in your memory.

Long walks on the beach, holding hands with the one you love.

Gazing into each other’s eyes.

Feeling warmth by encircled arms, gathering around a torrid bon fire on the silky sand.

Enjoying the fresh ocean air, and the flight of the sea gulls.

Seeing many other sea creatures, that live among the ocean rocks. Small crabs.

The bright sun shines upon us and warms us inside and out.

As the sun slips into the horizon like a fiery ball of red, I realize that this has been more than a vacation.

It has been a slice of heaven.

It’s funny how living a rich life has so little to do with money and so much to do with pursuing your passion and sharing it with people you enjoy. Like the fascinating friends at Beatitudes Campus:

MEET IGOR.

If you remember Crazy Ed’s Place, or have heard The New Christy Minstrels or Igor’s Jazz Cowboys, you might have met Igor before.

Music is his life-long passion and with regular bookings at music festivals and special events, slowing down is not even in the picture. He’s also the organizing force behind on-campus jam sessions. In fact, shortly after Igor and his wife, Barbara, moved to Beatitudes Campus, so did a 25-year-strong tradition among local musicians to gather on Wednesday evenings for a folk music round robin. Open to the public, it’s quite popular with residents and the greater community.

“More time to focus on my music is such a luxury!”

Igor invites you to stop by and enjoy the music Wednesday evenings.

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August SENIOR MOMENTS BY DAN SEAGREN August for some is a rather bland month. Why? Because summer is fading?

Because school is about to begin? Because leaves will begin to fall? August is a man’s name. It means grand, noble, revered, venerable, honorable. It is also included in the Gregorian calendar.

Let’s go to good ol’ Webster: My 1,216 word Dictionary doesn’t define Gregorian. It goes from gregarious to gremlin but does include Gregorian Calendar - the calendar reformed by Pope Gregory XIII (1582); adopted in England and in the American Colonies in 1752 in place of the Julian Calendar.

Interestingly, the calender has quite a history and now we settle the challenge with a leap year every four years.

Even so, the year doesn’t lend itself to 12 equal months of 30 days and so months range from 28 to 31 days and most of us are pretty well used to it.

Trying to get along with the ancient Lunar calendar was not easy when days were added at random to keep the lunar system alive.

You know, I have never really studied the complicated history of the calendar, the vernal equinox year, the Gregorian year of 365 days, 5 hours, 49 minutes and 12 seconds, the scheduling of special days by the position of the sun, moon and stars nor the mathematical challenge of aligning equal days, weeks and months so they would be identical every year.

Would it be fair to August who may have been your long lost great, great Uncle or Cousin not to dig a little bit deeper? So off we go to my Roget’s International Thesaurus, Fourth Edition, revised by Robert L. Chapman in 1977 (original edition was completed in 1852 by Peter Mark Roget). Guess what? August got three references, 905.12: dignified, eminent, venerable. Looking at only one of them, dignified, it included 23 terms including stately, magisterial, aristocratic, majestic, regal, statuesque, sedate and solemn.

Now, when you think of August, you just might think of more than a person, a fading summer month, a reminder that colder weather is ahead, or that it is one of those 31-day months. Why not probe into some of the other months, or days (like Sunday or Friday) or a time when something significant happened. Calendars with accuracy are indispensable just as personal names are not incidental. Enjoy August because it won’t be back for a whole year.

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Assisted Living vs.

Existing with Assistance B Y J E R R Y PAT E , L I F E S B L E S S I N G S To Live or to Exist, You Decide.

For many Seniors, the thought of moving into a nursing home or assisted living facility is dreadful, depressing, even sickening. An often immediate and prevailing assumption is that in such a facility or home you have to give up much of your independence and wander into the twilight of life in a state of existing ……not living. Often a decision to receive help is delayed because of these fears. By not receiving assistance with daily living activities such as bathing, cooking, taking meds, or walking a resulting fall and injury will often occur. Worse, such an occurrence will most likely necessitate a higher level of care that curtails independence and is more restrictive than the lower level of care that could have been received. By embracing assistance when it is clearly necessary, Seniors often find they maintain more independence longer and a higher quality of life.

Choosing a home or center with the right philosophy of care is also important.

When visiting homes it is important to look at the residents who currently reside there. Ask questions. Engage. Ask what they do for fun and if they receive assistance in leaving the home and maintaining a life they want to live. Seek out a place that embraces living…. from the quality of food to the atmosphere of the home. Does it feel like a place where life is happening or people or just existing? The little things matter. The right energy. Plants. Pleasant scents.

A safe environment. Cleanliness. Good food. Happy residents. Art. Décor.

Good coffee. Deserts. Are there common sense rules that are not excessive or overly restrictive? All of this is important and exists in a good home. Assisted living is not restricted living, nor should it be. Receiving assistance is a brave act of honesty and an important step in living life to the fullest. Falls or injury can occur as a result of your physical environment, not remembering to take medication on time or the correct dose, or as a result of doing things yourself that should be done with assistance. Why limit your life when you can embrace the truth of your limitations and by doing so, give yourself more independence in the areas you can still manage on your own?

In my many years in the business of assisted living I have never heard one of my residents say, “I should have waited longer to do this and receive help.” I have lost count of the many residents who have expressed to me, “I should have done this sooner.”

Embrace life. Embrace assistance.

Life’s Blessings

Smile Again!

Getting older is just another phase in the many transitions of life.

At Life’s Blessings you can live these years to your fullest and surrender the frustrations of not being able to do everything you were once able to do.

In addition to our assisted living homes, we provide In-Home Care services for people who want to continue living in, and receive assistance, in their home, If you need help with cooking, changing, laundry, bathing, cleaning, house chores and other life issues, a caregiver can assist you in your home.

Our Services:

Assisted Living • Adult Day Care Respite Care • In-Home Care

Let us take care of your living needs so you can relax and enjoy this new transition.

Smile again… and become a member of The Life’s Blessings family.

Our residents enjoy theater, worship, movies, and other events.

We eat great food, drink the best coffee, and we have espresso whenever we want.

Life’s Blessings is living with excellence and dignity. Just let go and come live with us!

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37 Days at Sea A Traveling Tattler Story

By Shannon Perry On March 22/23, I flew from Phoenix to Dubai in the United Arab Emirates and boarded the Amsterdam which was to be home for 37 days. We had a bus tour of Dubai and high tea at the Burj al Arab (where suites, complete with butler, cost $17,000/night!). The city boasts the tallest building in the world and has many other skyscrapers. We visited an elegant shopping mall with a large aquarium and an indoor snow ski area complete with a chair lift.

We stopped in Oman, Jordan, Israel, Turkey, Greece, Italy, Spain, the Azores, and on to Ft. Lauderdale. The port stops were too numerous to describe, but I will detail some of the highlights of the voyage.

From Aqaba, Jordan, a city on the coast of the Red Sea, we took a two hour bus ride to Petra, the Rose City, so named because of the color of the stones. Petra dates from about 300 BC, was the home of approximately 30,000 people, and was abandoned in 106 AD. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. With our guide we walked for about two miles through the Siq, a narrow gorge. We saw the spectacular Treasury, a Greek Theater, Royal tombs, water channels, carvings, and representations of gods.

These were all carved out of the red stone—truly a beautiful place to visit. For those who couldn’t or didn’t want to walk, horses and camels were available as well as small horse-drawn carriages. While I did walk through the Siq, I rode a camel for a short distance.

The Gulf of Aden is located in the Arabian Sea with Yemen to the west and Somalia to the east. There are still reports of Somali pirates in the area and there is presently a significant conflict in Yemen. We were originally to go through the Gulf during the night but because the ship sails more slowly at night which increases the opportunity for boarding of pirates, the captain sought and received permission to go through the Gulf during the day at a greater speed. The captain(IO#): maintained radio YOU WILL NEED YOUR INSERTION ORDER NUMBER contact with appropriate authorities and other security measures unknown to passengers also likely occurred. As precautions

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Tea Time An English Tradition B Y O L I V I A W I N G E R T, C O - O W N E R S O U V I A T E ATM Until the beginning of the 19th century, there was no formalized tea tradition in England. The now well known and popular “Afternoon Tea” did not appear until the 1840s and was introduced by Anna Russel, Duchess of Bedford.

Since the time between a light luncheon and the customary late dinner was long, Lady Bedford was often plagued of hunger pangs. These hunger pangs prompted her to add a small sandwich, cakes and other snacks to the mid-afternoon tea she enjoyed every day in the company of her friends. This practice of afternoon tea was then referred to as “low tea”, because it was served in the drawing room at the lower, and smaller tea tables. Over the years, low tea or afternoon tea evolved into quite a social affair and what started in the Duchess’ boudoir quickly became a fashionable pastime for England’s aristocracy.

Even though tea was at the center of this elegant gathering, more emphasis was paid to showing off the latest fashion, indulging in the latest gossip and enjoying the luxurious and creative table settings. By the late 1860s, cook books and household manuals included detailed instructions on how to organize a tea party, what food to serve, where to place the furniture, what to wear and what entertainment to arrange.

High tea, on the other hand, had nothing to do with dainty sandwiches or tea served in expensive china, but was a serious affair. With the introduction of gas lighting around 1830, the working day grew longer. Since the average worker spent long days in the factory, breakfast was taken early in the morning, lunch was a light snack and dinner was eaten later in the evening. Among the working class, high tea gradually replaced dinner altogether. High tea was taken in the late afternoon/early evening, and consisted of a hearty meal including meats, potatoes, eggs, cheese and of course a pot of tea. The meal was called “High Tea”, because it was served on the kitchen table, which was higher than the afternoon tea tables.

High tea is still popular in parts of England and New Zealand where “having tea” is synonymous with supper.

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Super-Hero Status 2015 Lexus NX 200t C A R CO R N E R W I T H C AT H Y D R OZ Have you noticed lately that we seem to be inundated with Superheroes? They seem to come from every angle including comics, movies, television and have you ever been to Comic-Con? They generate millions of dollars for movie producers, toy makers and event planners. More importantly, they give each generation of youngsters and the “kid” in adults a hero they can fantasize about.

I’m a Captain America fan whose character originated in l941 with Marvel comics. It seems that every several years our superheroes are “re-invented” with up-to-date powers, and arch villains.

I look at the Lexus brand to have the same rebirth; getting its start in 1989 with two stylish sedans and with every year thereafter, they grew and grew in size, style, and tantalizing one generation after the other. The Avengers have numerous superheroes and Lexus now offers l9 different models.

As Captain America is a stand out for me, so is the 2015 Lexus NX 200t and by adding the F sport it truly goes in to Superhero, superpower mode.

I test drove the NX in Seattle a year ago, when it wasn’t even available at Lexus dealerships. I knew after testing those models around the busy streets of Seattle, that they had a hit on their hands. The 2015 Lexus 200 t starts under $35,000 while the F Sport that I test drove, runs about$ 43,000. The pricing is comparable to other models in their class much like the 2015 Audi Q3.

From the first time Lexus introduced the spindle grille I was a fan. You have to admit the aggressive bold look takes the Lexus models to another level of sporty and sexy. All superheroes wear very form fitting attire; where you can see every move they make not to mention their muscles.

The maneuverability of the Lexus NX was tight and precise, much like the spandex uniforms our heroes wear. I felt while driving the NX that every turn I took, every traffic light I stopped for, and every parking space I encountered, I was in control.

I was one with the steering wheel, brakes and technology, a sort of Wonder Woman.

I also tested the super powers of the NX on the highway, the streets of downtown Phoenix and the underground parking garage of a Chandler law office.

I used it for picking up kids from camp and dinner for two at the trendy Joyride restaurant; where the valets were fighting over who got to park the F Sport. I was excited to have the Lexus for my grandson’s superhero birthday party, not just for the bright blue color to match Captain America’s uniform, but I was able to get Captain America to sit inside for a quick look around anxiously awaiting his

W W W. H I G H H EEL SCER T I FI ED.CO M reaction.

My impression of the interior of the 200 t was “super,” much like the exterior.

The race car look continues with its cockpit like seating. Many crossovers sit high and straight while the NX seats surround the driver in a lower position, like a hug from Captain America when you need it the most. The instrument panel was a cluster of modern technology and safety features; easy to understand even without super powers.

The technology delivers the standard Lexus Premium Audio system and its eight channel amplifier. Bluetooth is seamless and the Qi wireless charging tray was so futuristic even Captain America was awed. There is an integration of remote touch interface in the center console which is a first for the Lexus system replacing the old joystick type instrument, which had its haters. It took me a little bit to get the hang of it but so did learning to use a stick shift. I did “punch” in BARROS Pizza to the navigation system to get directions and it was easy to do.

I arrived with the decorations, grandson and attitude in my Wonder Woman T-Shirt an hour before the 50 plus parents, kids and friends arrived.

As I noted earlier, I let Captain America (wink) sit inside the vehicle.

He was fascinated with the mirror that appears when you flip over one of the space savers as he adjusted his mask. There are cup holders that secure the water bottle so well you can unscrew the top with one hand. He liked that because his shield is in the other hand at all times. His only complaint was he felt Lexus was missing a compartment for his shield when he wasn’t working. I thought he was always working to save people and work for the good of mankind? However, I told him I would bring it up at the next Lexus meeting and get back to him.

Whether you are a superhero or super parent, teacher, nurse, engineer or friend, you really should test drive the new Lexus NX 200t and F Sport. You just may turn in your old shield for new one.

For more information go to www.lexus.com and for additional certified reviews go to www.highheelscertified.com

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I was able to cross one item off my bucket list when we sailed through the Suez Canal. The Canal connects the Mediterranean Sea and the Red Sea through the Gulf of Suez. The height of the water on each end of the canal are close to equal so no locks are necessary. I was surprised to see that the water in the Canal was almost level with the banks on each side. It is only about 80 feet deep. It is single lane so we had to wait quite a while for our turn to enter the canal.

From the port in Málaga, Spain, we drove 2 ½ hours to Granada and the Alhambra, a palace and fortress and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Originally constructed as a fort in 889 A.D., it was rebuilt in the mid-11th century by a Moorish emir. Some parts were later used by Christian rulers. It has been restored and is a magnificent example of Islamic architecture surrounded by the Generalife gardens. The detailed mosaics and stone-cast latticework in the buildings are just lovely.

This was a marvelous experience with some memorable stops but 37 days at sea was enough!

NCL Lends Helping Hand to Annual Back to School Clothing Drive

BY DEBRA KLINE The Moon Valley Chapter of National Charity League, Inc. (NCL) was one of many local charities who provided thousands of volunteers to assist in the 21st Annual Back to School Clothing Drive “New Clothes, New Beginnings.” This year’s event took place July 13-16 at Grand Canyon University in Phoenix. More than 5,500 pre-registered elementary school children from 140 Title I schools in 40 districts participated in the annual summer distribution.

Students arrived via yellow school buses from all over the state to the Grand Canyon University Arena, which was transformed into a virtual Target or Walmart—well, almost.

Upon arrival students were matched with a Emily Kline and Eliza Lipman (Class of 2020) volunteering in the “Shoe volunteer personal shopper, which for a few Department”. days included Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey and Phoenix Mayor Greg Stanton. The volunteer personal shoppers then helped the students select a brand new wardrobe including: two pairs of shorts or skorts, two polo shirts, one sweatshirt, one belt, three pairs of socks and underwear, one pair of sneakers, one backpack, one hand-made item sewn by a Stitches-of-Love volunteer, dozens of school supplies and personal hygiene items—valued at $300.

“We are successful because of the support and volunteerism of our partner organizations including the Moon Valley Chapter of National Charity League, a critical partner for our program,” said Karl Gentles, Executive Director, Back to School Clothing Drive. In addition to basic supplies, the event aims to restore the confidence and academic focus of children from families struggling through harsh economic realities.

The NCL Moon Valley Chapter alone filled over 150 volunteer slots and served more than 800 hours, helping setup and tear down for the event and silent auction dinner, pack backpacks and provide personal shoppers. First time Moon Valley Chapter volunteers, Annette Gulinson and daughter Julia (class of 2021) were overwhelmed at the overall gratitude of each student. “As a personal shopper, I got to experience first hand, the look of gratitude as each student received a brand new item of their very own. It was very rewarding,” said Annette. “I look forward to returning again next year.”

The Back to School Clothing Drive represents around 20 percent of the Moon Valley Chapter’s charitable hours for the year, and continues to be one of its most popular philanthropies.

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ROYAL DANCE WORKS CHAMPIONS Royal Dance Works Senior

Company, after receiving top over-all scores at prestigious regional competitions throughout the year, travelled to Las Vegas for The Dance Awards.

What a successful national competition as they took home the title of National Champions. Several of the dancers attend THS as well as choreographer, Jaci Royal. In addition, their routine was voted the best routine of the entire season for LA Dance Magic and director, Carole Royal, will be presented the award in Hollywood at the Industry Dance Awards.

Royal male dancers, ATKM, under the direction of Tony Suski, travelled to California for the Nationals of LA Dance Magic. They came in 1st place in the country. These dancers also attend Thunderbird High School.

Don’t let all this success scare you away. We offer all levels of classes, catering to beginning dancers who are all supported by professional, adult teachers.

Royal Dance Works is passionate about dance and inspiring dancers...

From the earliest beginners to those pursuing professional dance or choreography careers, all ages and skill levels are welcome at our dance studio. As a leader in the industry, we take great pride in providing an innovative, exciting dance program and in knowing that our greatest impact is from teaching positive values.

Our dancers and their families, together with our faculty, are dedicated to giving that little extra to create truly extraordinary results. The studio community and unique Royal Dance Works experience provides a challenging yet supportive environment where kids flourish, gain confidence, and grow into amazing young adults... all through the passion of dance.

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Thunderbird High School’s 12th Annual Silent Auction and Golf Classic Thunderbird High School’s 12th annual Silent Auction and Golf Classic will be held on Saturday, September 12th and Sunday, September 13th in Moon Valley.

This is Thunderbird’s largest fundraising event of the year and it benefits the entire school. Proceeds from past events have been used to provide items such as: computers, smartboards, auditorium sound system, expansion of the student quad including shade awnings & seating, and many other items benefiting the science, language, math, theatre, dance, music, and P.E. departments at Thunderbird.

Some exciting changes for this year include our auction moving to Saturday evening with a Luau theme including food and entertainment. We look forward to seeing both golfers and non-golfers at our Luau Auction. Golf will be on Sunday afternoon as is our custom.

Auction tickets, golf and golf sponsorships can be purchased from the Chief’s Parent Association. Please see our ad in this month’s tattler on whom to contact for more information.

Local Cafe offers Much!

Live Entertainment, High Quality Food and Service

BY JOHN MARSHALL Where can you go to dinner that is nearby, that has high quality food and service, and at very affordable prices.

Have you tried Moon Valley Cafe?

The Cafe now offers dinner from Thursday to Sunday. serving 13 different entrees including fresh cut Steaks,Prime Rib, Salmon,Cod .Pasta, BB Ribs, Turkey dinner, Chicken, and Fajitas. Also, you can get all you can eat Spaghetti on Thursdays and Saturdays, and all you can eat Atlantic Cod on Fridays, plus home made deserts.

You can also join the Cafe on Sunday afternoons for LIVE MUSIC and Specials all Day including free chips and salsa!!!!!! Our Family loves the place and you would too!

The Cafe now has a new Dessert Display with Homemade Pies, Cannolis, Bread Pudding, Apple Cinnamon turnovers, Eclairs, Cheese Cakes, Chocolate Mouse Cake, Carrot Cake and More, with a special touch from Candy, the Dessert Queen of Moon Valley.

Have you thought about the Cafe as a great place for catering a Special Party, Birthday, Golf Outing, Banquet, Women or Men's Club, Wedding or any Special Event, and at very affordable prices. The Cafe can handle up to 175 participants with a Catering Menu ranging from an assorted Appetizer menu, to Full Course Dinners including Prime Rib and Filet Mignon.

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