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Ever Thought About the POWER of a Pair of Shoes?

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Nathan has collected 173 pairs of shoes so far!

During the months of November and December, I collected over 100 pairs of gently worn and new shoes, in partnership with Soles4Souls, as part of my National Jr Honor Society service project for the 2016-2017 school year. My goal was to collect 50 pairs of shoes, but with the help of family, friends, neighbors and community members, I was able to double my collection goal. A special thank you to everyone that donated pairs of shoes. It was a humbling experience to see the generosity of a community coming together for a common purpose. Since 2006, Soles4Souls has collected and distributed over 26 million pairs of shoes to those in need in 127 countries around the world and all 50 states in the U.S. But EVERY SINGLE ONE of those pairs makes a difference in people’s lives. Every day adults are unable to work. Walking becomes unbearable. A new pair of shoes provides relief in many developing nations around the globe, in times of disaster, and helps bridge the economic gap in the United States and Canada. In many developing nations, walking is the primary mode of transportation. Every day millions are exposed to unsanitary conditions that lead to diseases. These diseases may lead to sickness, even death. They also keep children out of school leaving them without an education and continuing the cycle of poverty. With your help, we can provide a life-changing solution: a good pair of shoes. Because…everyone deserves a good pair of shoes!

SANTA CLAUS IS ALIVE AND WELL; LET'S BELIEVE

BY SUSAN MERCER HINRICHS, REPORTER Taking a quote from Macy’s Department stores, “Yes, Virginia, there really is a Santa Claus.” In this instance though, I’ll have to say, “Yes, Susan, there really is a Santa Claus.” I’m Susan. And I saw Santa Claus. I did. Really, I did. I know I wasn’t dreaming this. Even the proverbial pinch test verified my alertness that particular day. I’d already been awake for an hour or so and was driving to work on a very cold a.m. -- very cold for Arizona, that is -- we’re talking low 30’s at 5:30 in the morning -- just a few days away from that annual Christian ceremony called Christmas. Yes; I do believe in Santa Claus or a Being full of overwhelming love, kindness and magnanimity who somehow does keep the world in a bit of a balance. And I’m filled with a happy, joyful, spirit this time of year myself. Christmas and the holidays celebrated by those of different faiths annually around December, lift everyone’s spirits, making the season merry and bright.

I’m glad it does, because we humans need that uplifting after whatever trials and tribulations the year nearly passed has rained upon us. At any rate, I’m driving to work within the speed limits. You see, I know where the radar traps or speedmonitoring lawenforcement vehicles routinely are planted. Drive, drive, drive. It’s the usual morning dark, late-December push to get to work on time. I come to a stop at one of the traffic signals dotting the winding concourse leading to my workplace. It’s in a semirural part of the Valley, with hills and wildlife and the keepings of things that do go on in remote places. Anyway, I’ve stopped at a traffic signal. With the boredom coming from being planted at a ...Continued on page 3

Jaydie Lynn Foundation Spreads Cheer B Y C A M I K I N G , J AY D I E ' S M O M The Jaydie Lynn King Foundation, Team Jaydie, partners with Phoenix children's Hospital Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders to find donors and provide the holidays for families who seek. Great need and have a child in active treatment for cancer or a blood disorder. This year the Foundation was able to adopt 103 families!!! This is a HUGE celebration as this is not your typical program but one that allows the family to receive a Christmas along with brand new warm clothing, groceries, household items, and toys. Donors are so generous that beds are helped for those in need- it amazes me every year when the warehouse starts as just boxes with numbers on the floor. These boxes become a patients name and then a family that will be blessed this holiday season! My heart is filled with so much love and appreciation knowing that these families will have food to eat, warm clothing, blankets, new sheets and so much more! Maybe the first bike that they have always wanted! Some would never have with out the generous donors we find. Thank you for always helping provide HOPE for these families! Thank you for giving these parents the sense of happy and more HOPE as most feel at ...Continued on page 3

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traffic light signaling red in my direction, I glanced at the cars entering the thoroughfare from the adjacent streets. Oh, my gosh! Here comes one of those old Volkswagen Beetles. You know, the original Beetle – the kind you’d see routinely in the 1940’s, 1950’s, the ‘60’s and the ‘70s. And even so today, but rarely. Very rarely. No; we’re not thinking about the convertible-top Beetles we see today that have an embedded vase in the dashboard to hold a silk-flower daisy. They’re nice; but they’re not those original Bugs. This Beetle was the real deal. Red in color and with a hard top, also red. I’ve always liked the looks of that original VW. Not that I ever owned or drove one, since my parents said they were not a very safe vehicle. But you can always admire from afar. So did I ever admire that Beetle that frigid morning. But, wait; I blinked a couple of times. There was something more about this bountiful buggy. Yes; unquestionably, I am awake, the pinch test reassured me. This Beetle had something extra. Affixed to its back hatch was a huge wind-up key whose metallic sheen shone radiantly against the smooth, rouge body. It resembled the kind of key you use to wind a clock or a mechanized toy. It had to be a prop, I thought. Nonetheless, it was cute. This Grande Dame, obviously lovingly cared for over the decades, was crowned with a roof rack through whose bars were woven dozens of strings of colorful lights. They flickered on & off. Festive beams punctuating the still night. Then I had to look closer toward the driver. Can you guess who I saw? Another pinch; and yes, I’m still quite alert and aware of the surroundings. I SAW SANTA CLAUS DRIVING THAT VINTAGE VW BEETLE!!! Yes; really! Old Saint Nick himself, behind the wheel and driving of one of the favorite cars of my youth! The traffic light turned green for my side of the thoroughfare. Santa by then had slowed a bit, now in the adjacent lane, to drive alongside me. This Santa appeared as though he’d just emerged from a costume store, looking like that right jolly old elf himself. His buggy’s -- or should I say sleigh’s -- interior light illuminated his full, silky, creamy beard and his ruby shirt, trimmed with ermine-like fuzziness around collar and sleeves.

Looking robust and jovial, he glanced fondly at me every now and then. We continued that side-by-side driving exchange for a couple of miles. Me, peeking with amazement toward this real-life Santa Claus, especially at that hour of the morning. With every chance glance at this Santa, I convinced myself that what I was seeing was real. Kris Kringle’s smiling, jovial up-and-down nods my way reassured me this vision was no illusion. But reality informed me that I was nearing my workplace. Santa took a right turn several blocks before I turned into the job site’s parking lot. I glanced once more as Old Saint Nick, in his red VW Beetle with its huge wind-up key protruding from its engine hatch, vanished into the frigid morning darkness. Those couple of mile’s drive passed in a seeming instant. I arrived to begin work at the regular time that frosty star-lit early day. Folks inside acted normally. I did too, not wanting to share my vision. But was it a vision or a fabrication, I questioned myself once more? I really was quite awake and alert, still buoyed with the memory of what must have been a truly wonderful experience. And indeed it was, because you know what, I believed it? And you know what else? That Christmas was one of the best ever for my family and me.

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such a loss to provide! These families are the most thankful and so appreciative of all that is given to them. I am forever thankful for Jaydie's dream to continue on. My heart will explode on Christmas morning as I reflect on these families celebration and smiles and HoPE as they see all that has been given. Thank you for blessing Team Jaydie and me as a mom who loves and wants for all to feel this amazingness!

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LET TER FROM THE EDITOR

The holiday season is way underway…. let the festivities begin. By now most of you have all the lights up, and Thank you, Moon Valley is one of the most decorated neighborhoods in the Valley, and people are coming from miles away to view and enjoy the magical light shows. This is a true community working independently together to create memories and traditions that have grown in the neighborhood for more than 40 years. Generations of families living and loving Moon Valley are very apparent, and sought after. So now that all the decorations have been hung with care, in hopes that St. Nick will be arriving soon……. And the doorbell keeps ringing with family and friends just wanting to stop by for a little cheer…..I wanted to share with you one of my favorite large crowd-pleaser easy meals to whip up, and serve while canvassing the neighborhood singing carols, and or in the pot ready to scoop out. See, I believe that the less time you have to spend in the kitchen when family and guests arrive, the more time you have to play, chat and partake in more holiday cheer. So get out that handy-dandy crock pot you bought in September (or years ago) and open the doors. Merry Christmas my friends, I wish you much happiness and health this season.

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3 pounds pork loin roast 1 pounds pinto beans 2 pods garlic, chopped 2 tablespoons chile powder 1 tablespoon cumin seed, ground 1 teaspoon oregano 1 small can long green chiles, peeled and roasted 1 tablespoon salt Put all ingredients in a large pan and cover with water. Cook covered over low heat. Add water as needed. After six hours, take out the bones and break up roast. Cook with lid off until think- about one hours. Serve this meat mixture over a bed of Fritos and add: Grated cheese, chopped onions, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, diced avocadoes, hot sauce.

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Moon Valley Holidays and MVNA Annual Food Drive BY BRET ALDIERI, MVNA PRESIDENT Wow – was that a fast year, and it’s holiday time again! This is one of the best times to be in Moon Valley. Our community has a tradition of embracing Christmas and the Holiday Season. We each do this in our own way, but a common theme is our home holiday light decorating and luminaries. MVNA hosted two trollies carrying neighbor judges on Friday, Dec 9th to judge home decorators. Winners and near winners will be listed on a printed map posted at various MV entrances to ease touring of our neighborhood. Don’t forget there will be wall-to-wall luminaries on Christmas Eve. “Food-For-Lights” Food Drive. This Christmas - Holiday season, MVNA is sponsoring our 3rd annual food drive to support our local community. Building upon our wonderful tradition of celebrating the 12 Homes of Christmas, we are again collecting non-perishable food for the Desert Mission Food Bank. There are various local businesses also participating this year with collection boxes for food donations. Let›s show how the Moon Valley Spirit shines brighter than lights, supporting families in need by donating non-perishable food items to this worthy cause. Look for collection boxes around the neighborhood.

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This marks my third year as your MVNA President and I’ve enjoyed leading this organization. This year we held a spring and fall community garage sale, hosted a great October GAIN event and raised funds to support our first responders. Overall, we continue to advocate community safety and security while having some fun. I’d like to say a big Thanks!! to our volunteer board members and the entire community for a great 2016. Let me add a special thanks to departing board member Richard Iodice (Thanks Richard!!) who I have relied on constantly for help and answers to community issues and in keeping our team well organized. While he is stepping off the board, we know he will remain active with MVNA and in our community. Please also check our website: www.moonvalleyna.org for more information on MV Events. Let’s be safe this holiday season; especially with the increased traffic touring our neighborhood and enjoy the wonderful holiday spirit of Moon Valley. Moon Valley - Neighbors helping Neighbors LEA

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Effective Communication During Remodeling Projects BY TO M S E R T I C H , K I R K D E V E LO PM E N T CO M PA N Y Communication skills are an important factor in all businesses; with remodeling, communication can be the difference between getting exactly what you want or being disappointment with the final product. Good communication will include verbal and nonverbal skills and the ability to listen by both parties. Customers have to make more decisions today than ever before; choices seem almost unlimited and the internet will overwhelm you with products and design. Opinions from neighbors, family and friends have a tendency to further confuse you in making decisions. A professional design/build remodeling firm will help minimize your anxieties during the construction process. That is why effective communication skills are important between the contractor and Owner to avoid misunderstandings. This sounds very simple, but misunderstandings occur even with the best communicators. During both the design process and construction, close face to face interaction is a must. Weekly meetings and daily contact will keep you from unnecessary misunderstandings that might occur. Daily communication can be as easy as a quick text; weekly meetings at the project will give you that face to face meeting to discuss new thoughts and last week’s business. An agenda should be used and minutes taken to be reviewed each week. Face to face meetings and daily communication may seem like a waste of time, but it is time you can’t afford to discard. Your home is the largest asset you have and you want to ensure you get the product you want. Good listening skills by you and your contractor will produce a quality product because they know exactly what you want and are anticipating. Effective listening will include direct eye contact, note taking and repeating back to you your important thoughts so you know you both are on the same page. Good communication and listening skills by both parties will give you confidence the project will be a success.

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Moon Valley Magic Lies in Snapshots M O O N VA L L E Y M AG I C BY D E B B I E E R B S T O E S S E R Another year has escaped. Old people seem to always exclaim how surprised they are at the looming of January and the impending Christmas Day. You never hear a young person say it. That must mean I’m old. While thinking about our annual Christmas picture/card (even though I don’t do them every year-I do contemplate them), I look back at whether or not we have any decent pictures to use, or if we need a new one. I also consider writing a letter for far away family and friends. I get annoyed by the lengthy, 2 sided, tiny print Christmas letters I receive, so I’m more careful than I used to be about boring my audience. There’s a fine line between excitedly telling everyone all the amazing things that happened and bragging. I’m afraid I may have sounded like a braggart in the past. I hope not, but I digress. In remembering the past year for possible recounting in a letter, I also think about fodder for this column. I don’t want to make MVM always about me, but you’re supposed to write about what you know and I know me pretty darn well! As I look back over my 2016 calendar, there are high school football and baseball games, boys team charity meeting reminders, work deadlines, vacations, the days my two older boys were coming home from college, or going back. Friday, April 22nd, jumps out at me too. It was the anticipated long weekend from work, when I planned to go back to grey. I used two boxes of hair color remover, then saw a professional the next day and was bleached two times trying to get to white, so we could color my hair grey. But my silky, soft hair was stiff, brittle and blonde instead, so we had to wait until it got healthier. When I got back to school, my students and colleagues thought I had a substitute! In the meantime, the blonde was kind of growing on me (quite literally!) and both Gary and I liked it. I submitted my new school picture to replace the two year old brunette one back in October, but it was blown up to ginormous proportions instead, maybe because I didn’t have anything to say, but the little brunette picture was still there in November. I’m hoping it gets used correctly this time. I was horrified to see myself larger than life on the page! It was way more than a snapshot! There’s one more big event on my calendar from last year though, it’s the deadline for getting our tax planner to the CPA and the tax credits I needed to remember to submit. If you haven’t yet, please consider giving some of your hard earned money to the institutions that allow you to get it back like; Schools, Habitat for

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Humanity and Waste Not among others. A couple filing jointly can give up to $400, while a single person can give $200, except in the case of private schools, a couple can give $1000. The money is returned if you’re due to get a refund, or deducted from what you owe the government. I figure that we’re going to owe anyway, so may as well owe less and be generous at the same time. We’ve given over our ‘limit’ to Jaden’s sports at Thunderbird High School, so the $1000 for his STUGO field trip to the inauguration in Washington, DC next month was out of pocket, never to be seen again. The trip costs $2000 for each STUGO member, but the families only pay for half of it. The rest is paid for with fundraising and tax credit donations. A donation to Thunderbird’s STUGO would be an awesome use of your money! I can’t believe I’ll be putting my baby on a plane without me, bound for the other side of our great country, but the experience will be immeasurable and the memories will last a lifetime. I’m betting that 12 months from now, he’ll think back on it, peruse the snapshots taken and realize that another January marks a year since he was in DC and wonder where the time went. He’ll only be 17. I guess it happens to everyone, not just old people! ** You can mail a check labeled ‘tax credit’ in the memo line to Thunderbird High School at 1750 Thunderbird Rd. 85023

HAPPY HOLIDAYS DESIGN SOLUTIONS BY ROBERT ALAN MINOR Here’s to the bright New Year and a fond farewell to the old. Here’s to the things that are yet to come, and the memories that we hold! At this Holiday Season, my thoughts turn gratefully to those who have supported us with wonderful and fun design projects, great friendships and special considerations. Because the good will of those we serve is the foundation of our success, it’s a real pleasure to say THANK YOU as we wish you and your loved ones a full year of peace, happiness, prosperity, fun, new adventures and most of all good health. May the good times and treasure of the past, become the golden memories of tomorrow! MERRY CHRISTMAS, HAPPY HANUKKAH AND FESTIVE HOLIDAYS FROM ROBERT ALAN MINOR & THE TEAM AT INTERIOR RESOURCES Interior designer Robert Alan Minor of Interior Resources has been designing and remodeling homes, offices and restaurants since 1978. He can be reached by email at robertalanminor@aol.com, and by phone at 602-298-8038.

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Smart Giving BY D E N N I S J. R O G E R S , C PA , C FP ® The end of the year is a popular time for many people to give a large portion of their annual contributions to charitable organizations. The shortness of time can often cause a bit of stress in determining which organizations should receive these gifts. There are many worthy causes and time is at a premium. It may be helpful to have some basic guidelines as you evaluate your decisions. One of the best ways to identify a worthy charity is if you have a relationship with someone who is deeply involved in the work it does. You can get a clear picture of the goals and clientele that they serve and may even be able to meet some of the people they have helped. Get a really clear picture of the organizational vision – both official and unofficial - to make sure it aligns with your personal values. You should be able to get official printed materials that make these very clear. It would also help to talk to some of the people they serve to see if they are delivering on the vision. Talk to some people in the community who are not directly involved in the program and determine if they have a reputation for carrying out this vision. Finally, be sure to review the financial reports. Get help from a professional if you do not have the proper training. Find out if they are members of an organization for financial accountability and if they adhere to the rules. One good organization is the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA).

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COLLAGEN INDUCTION THERAPY AKA MICRONEEDLING BY STEPHANIE LOCKLEAR Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT) also called “microneedling” or “skin needling” is a minimally- invasive skin rejuvenation procedure involving a device that houses a disposable tip which contains several ultra fine needles. This procedure is a technique where a controlled injury of microscopic puncture wounds are created in order to trigger new collagen and elastin which fill in these microscopic channels. CIT is performed in a spa or office setting and compared to laser, it can be performed on all skin colors and types with very minimal to nearly no downtime. This procedure is quickly becoming the preferred treatment over laser as there are far fewer risks and it cost a fraction of the PRICE!! The procedure begins with an application of a topical numbing gel or cream, depending upon the client’s comfort, with the entire appointment duration being between 45 minutes to an hour. The actual CIT treatment being about 15 minutes or less. Three treatments are recommended to start, however, additional treatments may be needed for deeper scars, wrinkles, stretch marks or pigment issues. These are done in 4-6 week intervals. Post-treatment the skin feels warm and tight like a sunburn which usually subsides within a couple of hours. The skin appears pink or red and may subside within an hour up to 48 hours - most often looking completely normal within 24 hours. Avoid sun, exercise or heat such as steam or saunas for 48 hours. Consult with your skin therapist, esthetician or treatment provider for a complete consult, cost and to see how Collagen Induction Therapy can best benefit you and your skin care goals. www.SteloBoutiqueSpa.com

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Stuttering Awareness BY CADEN SHORT

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A good night’s sleep is essential for good health. It has the power to restore the body, enliven the mind and potentially save lives. Yet many people don’t get the sleep they need. Sometimes this is caused by sleep-related breathing disorders – their own, or those experienced by their sleeping partners. Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is a serious, life - threatening disorder that is characterized by recurrent episodes of reduced or interrupted respiratory airflow for 10 seconds or more. This is caused by soft tissues near the back of the throat collapsing during sleep , so that they partially close off the windpipe causing snoring. Chronic loud snoring is a major indicator of OSA, but not all symptoms are so obvious – and audible. A person with OSA may wake 50 times per hour – without having any memory of it. Deep and restful sleep is prevented which may lead to low blood oxygen levels, high blood pressure, stroke, congestive heart failure, or diabetes. How can dentistry help? Snoring or sleep apnea can sometimes be treated with an oral appliance available at the dental office that’s designed to hold the lower jaw forward during sleep, repositioning the jaw and tongue to improve airflow and reduce obstruction. The oral appliance approach has been recognized as part of the standard of care for sleep apnea since about 1995. Oral appliances, which look like athletic mouthguards, are typically recommended as the first line of treatment for mild to moderate sleep apnea. This treatment is backed by a great deal of scientific evidence; it’s a good remedy to try before moving on to more complicated breathing devices or surgery to remove excess tissues in the throat. A take home or sleep lab study may be recommended to determine the severity of the problem. Patients with high moderate or severe sleep apnea are generally not good candidates for oral appliances as it will not adequately resolve their apnea . Continuous Airway Pressure (CPAP) therapy remains the standard of care for those patients. Sleep apnea patients dissatisfied with or unable to tolerate their current CPAP treatment are looking for alternatives to solve their sleep and snoring problems. Many turn to a dental solution in hopes of finding a less invasive and more comfortable treatment. Oral appliances are usually covered by medical insurance, rather than dental insurance and treatment should be done in collaboration with your general health practitioner. Only a dentist can fabricate, fit, monitor, and treat complications associated with oral appliance therapy used in managing sleep-related breathing disorders.

As the autumn months approach many people look forward to cool weather or their favorite holidays; however, for roughly three million Americans, October brings another event, National Stuttering Awareness Day. National Stuttering Awareness Day falls on the 22nd of every October. Stuttering (also referred to as stammering) is communication disorder in which there are repetitions, prolongations and stoppages in speech. There is not one definite cause of stuttering, however there are thought to be three main contributing factors. The first is genetics, about 60% of people who stutter have a family member who does as well. Another is child development, children who have other speech and language problems are more likely to stutter. The third is neurophysiology, recent research states that people who stutter process speech and language differently, so that may be correlated to stuttering. About five percent of children will go through a period of stuttering, three fourths will grow out of it, leaving one percent stuttering for life. Of the world’s population, 70 million people stutter. There is no one instant cure for stuttering, but speech therapy can be sought to help minimize the stigma of stuttering although it is rare for therapy to cure a stutter. Good speech therapy will focus on acceptance and not avoidance of a stutter. There are several well-known stutterers, a few examples are, Winston Churchill, Marilyn Monroe, Vice President Joe Biden, the voice of Darth Vader, James Earl Jones, Emily Blunt and NFL player Darren Sproles. One of the most well-known stuttering support groups is the National Stuttering Association (NSA). The NSA has numerous chapters across the country that hold monthly support group sessions for people who stutter. Every July, the NSA holds a national conference that rotates cities every year. In 2017 it will be in Dallas, Texas. The annual conference offers four days of informative and helpful workshops as well as workshops for kids, tweens and teens that help them with school situations and self-confidence. I have stuttered for my entire life, have been to five annual NSA conferences and recently joined the Teen Advisory Council. Please visit www.westutter.org to learn more about stuttering and for resources.

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Time to Age Gracefully: 6 Tips to Take to Heart WELLNESS IN MOTION BY DR. NICHOLAS WARNER No matter how young or old you are, there’s one indisputable fact that forms our collective reality: With each passing second, we’re all getting a little bit older. For many people, that fact can be a constant source of concern, particularly after a certain age, leading to plastic surgery and other invasive means to preserve their looks and health. Why not try these natural, noninvasive methods instead to make the aging process as smooth and well, natural as possible? It’s about adopting lifestyle habits that make you feel good to be alive, no matter what age you are: 1. You are what you eat: And if you eat too much of the wrong stuff, your body will pay for it, from poor skin health to disease. Moderation is the key, including moderate intake of fat, sodium and nutrient-deficient foods. We all deserve a treat now and then, but make it just that: a treat. Pursue a highfat, high-sugar, processed-food-heavy diet and you’ll end up with diabetes, cardiovascular disease and more, reducing your quality of life as you age. 2. Active is awesome: Research links an active life with healthy aging and longevity, for two primary reasons: First, the more activities you involve yourself in (and enjoy), the better you feel. And how you feel is half the battle when it comes to aging. Second, activity in the form of exercise is vital to healthy aging; stay sedentary and your body will break down, create disease and put you exactly where you’ve spent too much time: lying down. 3. Count some sheep (and get some sleep): Adequate sleep, both quantity and quality, reduces disease risk, keeps you invigorated and keeps you looking younger. Get too little, particularly over time, and you’ll end up with dark circles, chronic fatigue and lifedraining stress. 4. Make a few friends (or a whole bunch): Evidence suggests people who maintain healthy relationships and are socially active live longer than people who remain isolated with few or no friends. 5. Give your skin a break: From the sun, that is. While a little sun exposure helps produce vitamin D, too much can do tremendous damage, both in the form of skin cancer and general aging of the skin (wrinkling, spotting, dryness, etc.). 6. Stress can be a real killer: We mean it! Chronic stress has been implicated in a wide range of health conditions, and it dramatically impacts your life experience. Who wants to live a long, stressful life? Not us. Hopefully not you, either. Try yoga, meditation, new hobbies, more walks, better organization, improved communication and other tactics to fight off stress at every turn. These tips may seem like no-brainers, but you’d be amazed how many people aren’t taking any of them to heart. What about you? If you’re overlooking any of this advice, there’s no better time to adopt one or more of the above and dedicate yourself to aging gracefully. We all deserve to age well – after all, who wants the opposite? Graceful aging takes work, but it’s work well-spent. Talk to your doctor for more information.

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We Can Be Proud to Have an Outstanding New Police Chief BY FROST Y KROENING December 8th, the new Phoenix Police Chief, Jeri Williams, met with citizens in the Sunnyslope Community Center. Councilperson Debra Stark graciously presided. Chief Williams welcomed people from Council Districts 2 and 3 to the meeting and reiterated what she always tells citizens...that we are in a partnership with the Department to ensure the safety and welfare of all citizens. Chief Williams explained that the Department will be reallocating jobs to provide faster response times if we are having what she calls “our worst day.” What is supposed to be 5 minutes for a personal harm call is now 6 minutes. What is a suspicious person call is now 17 minutes and it should be 13-14 minutes. What is a property crime call should be 33 minutes now may be about 13 hours. Her goal is to tighten those times by changing staffing levels to put highly trained officers on the first responder teams. She is also working toward team staffing rather than sending officers out alone. Chief Williams answered audience questions directly, politely, and warmly. Drug enforcement problems at Cave Creek Road near Fry’s Grocery and “Orange Market” and near washes, Sunnyslope Community Center, and the Mountain Parks were highlighted. Citizens stepped up to say they will provide information to assist police. Chief Williams reminded people that tips can be anonymous. She said it doesn’t help that there appears to be a 27% increase in homelessness in Phoenix. She and other city departments are beginning a new initiative to address this challenge. I asked if our Bill of Rights privileges of freedom of speech and assembly will be upheld. Chief Williams said that the Phoenix Police Department has an unusually fine record of handling demonstrations in a humane and fair manner no

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SHARON’S LISTINGS! MOON VALLEY NEW LISTING: Home is priced to Sell! Beautiful curb appeal in this lovely 3621 sq ft home w/paver block entryway, stunning entrance, fenced pool, 4 bedrooms + office, 4 full bathrooms, 2.5 car side-load garage all located on 13,000 + sq ft Golf lot on the 5th tee box w/great views of the Moon Valley Country Club Course! Remodeled kitchen w/stainless appliances, granite counters, Alderwood cabinets, all open to views & family room w/gas fireplace! All appliances convey: French refrigerator, washer & dryer. Master Suite private retreat w/large balcony for maximum views! Huge walk in closet w/add'l luggage storage area, additional smaller master (Mother-in-Law) down w/full bath & walk-in! Wonderful backyard w/ fenced pool, BBQ, and green grass! Shutters, fans, vaulted ceilings, & mtn views. 13636 N Canterbury Drive $599,900 MOON VALLEY CLUSTER HOMES NEW LISTING: This is it! A perfect one-story downsize home in a great neighborhood. Moon Valley Cluster homes or Valle Luna has both attached townhomes and single family homes - this is a single family with no common walls! Beautiful arched entry into this wonderful Golf lot with large covered patio area siding to, and overlooking green common area and the Moon Walk 9 hole course! This home has been meticulously maintained over the years and shows beautifully. Wonderful large Great Room/Dining Room with corner fireplace overlooking that VIEW!! This is a 3 bedroom 1986 sq ft with 2 baths, eat-in kitchen and inside laundry with 2 car garage! Tons of potential with this lovely home in a quiet interior Moon Valley Community - make it your own and update to your own taste. 46 W Tam O’Shanter Dr $350,000 – Under contract IN 2 DAYS! MOON VALLEY PATIO HOME COMING SOON! Absolutely charming Pottery Barn Patio home in Central Moon Valley with 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, Great room with Vaulted ceilings, Gas fireplace, remodeled throughout Kitchen with eat in area, Granite Counters, Stainless appliances, newer neutral Tile floors, French doors, wonderful patios all lush and green, walk in closets, North/South location & 2 car garage with storage! This is what everyone is looking for ready to move in remodeled with Taste and Charm! Call Sharon for sneak peak at this lovely home! $325,000! MOON VALLEY NEW LISTING COMING ON MARKET! Single Family home in Lookout Mountain Elementary area with approx. 2310 sq ft, 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths split plan, NEW roof w/10 year warranty, NEW hickory hardwood floors, Open kitchen with eat in area and fireplace, Granite Countertops, Stainless Appliances, big walk in Pantry, Refrigerator convey, Remodeled Kitchen and bathrooms, inside laundry room, Dual AC, Split floor plan, Master bedroom with huge walk in closet, dual pane windows, new sliding doors, lovely patio on South side, Patio off Master bedroom, large lot 10,000 + sq ft, entertaining area and sparkling Play Pool, 2 car garage, RV parking no with no obstacles, 2 RV gates & Grass yard to play in North/South location !! Call Sharon for information and sneak peek! COMING SOON - 419 E Country Gables - $439,000 NEW LISTING! 28th St & Thunderbird It is what everyone is looking for! Single Level 2400 sq. ft. approx. home with 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, remodeled kitchen & Baths w Pool! 11,438 sq ft lot quarter of an acre N/S! Minute you enter past the Gabion Basket Wall into the paver block courtyard you know this is a special home! Brick pattern contemporary neutral tile throughout! Hickory custom cabinetry, stainless appliances, granite counters, recessed lighting, Peninsula island, loaded w/storage, custom paint, new interior doors throughout, ceiling fans everywhere! Formal living, dining in Family room, Dining used as office, 4 nice sized bedrooms, 2 Remodeled Baths w/ higher vanities, Master located on back of the house with entry to pool! The Pool & Backyard is Botanical Gardens meets Resort w/ cobalt blue all tile pool w/gorgeous lush desert landscaping this is a lovely yard to come home to! LOCATION, LOCATION SR51, 101, 17! 2833 E Hillery Drive $330,000 – SOLD IN 6 DAYS!

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MOON VALLEY $100,000-$3 MILLION ACTIVE HOMES ON MARKET: 102 AVERAGE SQ FT: 2,905 LIST AVE= 513,363

PRICE PER SQ FT=

170.92

DAYS ON MARKET= 118

$100,000-$3 MILLION CURRENT SALES IN ESCROW (PENDING): 12

AVE SQ FT: 2,544 LIST AVE= 367,067 PRICE PER SQ FT= 145.38 DAYS ON MARKET= 98 $100,000-$3 MILLION CURRENT SALES LAST DAYS: 36 — AVERAGE SQ FT: 2,310 LIST AVE= 345,460 PRICE PER SQ FT= 156.03

DAYS ON MARKET= 128

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Address...…………......…..Sq Ft………SP

Address...…………......…..Sq Ft………..…SP

901 E Monte Cristo AVE

1,555

218,000 15034 N 12TH ST

3,641

660,000

15208 N 7TH DR

2,275

280,000 1806 E REDFIELD RD

2,019

335,000

14219 N 2ND AVE

2,060

2,127

345,000

14212 N 17 PL

2,748

1141 E KINGS AVE

3,203

2,176

373,950

502 E PIPING ROCK RD

1,589

382,400 1603 E MONTE CRISTO AVE 437,500 138 E EUGIE AVE 375,000 269,000 16025 N 7TH DR

1,838

269,500

2,046

390,000 15848 N 16TH ST

1,819

329,000

14408 N 20TH PL

1,783

195,000 714 E FOREST HILLS DR

2,400

374,900

1016 E VILLAGE CIRCLE DR S

1,746

265,000 919 W BECK LN

13834 N BURNING TREE PL

1,770

295,000

302 E Paradise LN

2,192

374,000 70 E COUNTRY GABLES

409 W KINGS AVE

1,618

1538 E WINGED FOOT RD

1,614

831 E BRAEBURN DR

2,513

324,000

346 W PINE VALLEY DR

2,961

430,000

1748 E WALTANN LN

1,839

290,000

210 E WALTANN LN

2,835

399,900

116 E WOOD DR

2,409

399,900

201 E PARADISE LN

3,309

410,000

808 E MONTE CRISTO AVE

1,578

228,000

15632 N 11TH ST

2,608

365,000

2,529

400,000

236,000 14436 N CORAL GABLES

3,035

402,000

300,000 612 W Gleneagles DR

2,070

410,000

13817 N 10TH PL

1,859

224,000

201 E Brook Hollow DR

2,824

320,000

14648 N 10TH ST

3,516

450,000

1237 E REDFIELD RD

1,759

277,000

310 W COUNTRY GABLES

3,311

402,500

THE POINTE TAPATIO ACTIVE HOMES ON MARKET: 6 AVERAGE SQ FT: 2,079 LIST AVE= 358,136 PRICE PER SQ FT= 171.58 DAYS ON MARKET= 140 Sold: 1 AVERAGE SQ FT: 1,608 AVE LIST PRICE: 365,333 PRICE PER SQ FT= 158.58 DAYS ON MAKET= 29

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Season's Greetings to All! 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 A N D PAT T Y S C H M I D, R E A LT O R , A B R , C S S N , G R I , E P R O , R E O S Happy Holidays to all our friends, neighbors, and our many buying and selling clients in Moon Valley! What a wonderful time of year to be a Moon Valley resident! We know all of us are looking forward to the many traditions of our neighborhood. Our Moon Valley Homeowner’s Association’s hardworking efforts year-after-year provide us the lovely luminarias that line our streets on Christmas Eve, and for continuing all our holiday traditions – the 12 Homes of Christmas decorating contest, Christmas Eve hay rides, a visit from Santa – and all the beautiful decorations throughout the neighborhood that brighten our spirits and warm everyone’s hearts during this most special season. We hope the New Year brings you much happiness. You may have noticed I wrote “we hope” … For me, I am proud to start the New Year with a real estate partner a valued friend and competent, experienced, co-worker – Patty Schmid, who shares my values and work ethic, and will definitely be an asset in helping our Moon Valley residents with their real estate needs. Patty and I expect 2017 to be an exciting year! Home prices and sales are projected to be strong – so strong that many analysts predict Phoenix will be the “best” home market in the US in 2017. With a strong demand, and a low inventory of houses available, now is the best time in years to consider selling your home. As our clients know, my tradition of sending the wonderful Arizona calendars for 2017 continues and they are being mailed this week. Extra calendars are available free – just call Sharon or Patty (see our ad in the center of this publication for contact information).

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Pet Trusts and Estate Planning B Y L I B B Y B A N K S , T H E L AW O F F I C E O F L I B B Y B A N K S , P L L C For some of us, our pets are members of the family. And like the rest of the family, we want to make sure they are taken care of when we can no longer do the job! This month, I answer questions about how to do that. Q. I’ve been hearing about pet trusts recently. Is there really such a thing? There really is such a thing! Most states have laws that permit pet owners to leave a trust for the care of their animals. Arizona is one of them. Q. Are pet trusts only for the rich? Not at all! It is true that the rich and eccentric get attention for the lavish gifts they bestow on their spoiled pets. However, your own neighbors may want or need a pet trust. Why? Because some pets can live a long, long time, longer even than we live. Tortoises are one example. A friend of mine has a Tortuga – a tortoise – named Pepe who could live for 100 years. When your pet could easily outlive you, you want to plan for his care by the right people, and make sure there is money for him or her. Some pets are valuable and/or expensive to keep. Horses, for example, require much more expensive care than your typical dog. Setting up a trust assures the money is there to continue their proper care and assure they live out their natural life the way you would want. Q. So how does a pet trust work? We create a pet trust to be effective on the disability or death of the pet owner. Pet trusts allow a pet owner to provide not just money for the animal, but detailed requirements for their care. The owner designates the amount of money or other assets to be held in the pet trust, names the person who will handle that money and appoints a person to care for the pet. There can be one person or two different people in charge – one for the money management and one for the pet care. Q. What do I do if I don’t want to have two different trusts – one for me and one for my pet? A pet owner can establish the pet trust either in his own revocable living trust or in a separate pet trust. We can work together to put the best plan in place for you and all of your animals. Q. I don’t think I need a pet trust, but I do want to be sure Spot is cared for when I’m gone. How can I handle this? Many of my clients are pet-lovers with dogs and cats and other animals. When they come to see me, they often have all sorts of plans for will take care of Spot or Fluffy and no plans about who will take care of the client if needed! In most of these cases, my clients are likely to outlive their pets. They don’t really want a pet trust and probably don’t need one. We can still provide for the pets in the client’s plan. We include the name of the designated caregiver in the Will or Trust, and include a gift of money (if desired) to help offset the cost of taking over the pet’s care. Q. How can I learn more? I offer a complimentary first consultation, so feel free to give me a call (602-375-6752) or check out my website (www.libbybanks.com). Also, for a fun take on pet trusts, look for my interview with Teresa Strasser on the List at www.thelisttv.com/thelist/taking-care-of-yourpet-from-beyond-thegrave. Like the Q & A format? I’d love to answer your questions about estate planning here. Just email them to Libby@ libbybanks.com, with the subject line: Question for Moon Valley Tattler.

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Celebrating Safely These Holidays: Phoenix Fire Tips B Y D E B R A S TA R K , CO U N C I LW O M A N The holidays are a time for celebrating and we want you to please do so safely. Here are some holiday safety tips from the Phoenix Fire Department: -

A dried out Christmas tree can present a very serious fire hazard. Trees with brown shedding needles should be rejected. To test a treeâ€™s freshness, take a long needle and bend it between your thumb and forefinger. If it snaps, the tree is too dry. When the trunk of a tree is bounced on the ground, a shower of falling needles shows that tree is dry.

When you bring a tree home, cut about an inch off the end of the trunk. This will remove the dried end and allow the tree to absorb water. Make checkerboard cuts into the base at different angles to make a greater surface for water absorption.

Always turn off lights and other decorations when you go to bed or leave your home.

Never use electric lights on a metallic tree.

Keep children away from light sets and electrical decorations.

Keep lights a safe distance from gifts, paper ornaments, curtains and drapes.

Keep candles a safe distance from flammable items and out of the reach of children. Place candles where they cannot be knocked over.

A smoke detector can make for a great holiday gift. Smoke detectors alert occupants when a fire is still small and there is still time to escape.

Before purchasing lights check the label to make sure they have been tested for safety.

Check each set of lights for broken or cracked sockets, frayed or bare wires or loose connections.

Check labels of lights to see if they are for indoor or outdoor use.

Fasten outdoor lights securely to trees, walls or other firm support.

Use no more than three sets of lights per single extension.

Read the manufacturerâ€™s instructions carefully and do not use more than the recommended number of lights in one circuit.

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The Benefits of Disability Insurance

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If you have an accident or injury, your health insurance typically helps cover the medical bills. But what if your injury results in a total disability that prevents you from working and you need help paying the mortgage, childcare costs and other daily living expenses? That’s where disability insurance comes in. It’s not the same as Social Security disability coverage, which has eligibility requirements and a rigorous application process. Anyone can choose to get disability insurance to help prepare for what-ifs. DISABILITY INSURANCE COVERAGE OPTIONS There are two types of coverage available: Short-term disability helps make up a large portion of lost income if a total disability requires you to be absent from your job for six months or less. It usually kicks in after all other options, such as paid time off or sick leave, are exhausted. Long-term disability will pay out a portion of your salary (typically 50 to 70 percent at the time you purchase the policy) for a set period, from as few as five years to up until you reach age 65. As part of this policy, you’ll want to consider additional options such as: • A cost of living adjustment to help the monthly payouts keep pace with inflation • Residual or partial disability riders that continue to pay out in reduced amounts if you’re able to work part-time DISABILITY INSURANCE FROM STATE FARM Make a plan for the unexpected. Talk to your State Farm agent about the following disability products: • DISABILITY INCOME INSURANCE: A disability policy that helps cover your daily living expenses • MORTGAGE DISABILITY INCOME INSURANCE: A disability policy that will make payments toward your mortgage obligation when you can’t because of a total disability • INDIVIDUAL CREDIT DISABILITY INSURANCE: A disability policy that will make payments toward a loan that you’re unable to keep up with due to loss of income because of a total disability

What to Note for Home Insurance Reviews The next time you need to renew your insurance policies, consider taking these steps to help you get the most out of your coverage: Meet with your agent. Your insurance needs change over time. Conducting a home insurance review with your agent at least once each year can help you determine if your coverage options still make sense for your current situation. Ask about discounts. During your annual home insurance review, ask about policy discounts. Before you renew your policy, speak with your agent about discounts that may be available. You may qualify for discounts for alarm systems or higher deductibles. Commonly overlooked discounts include infrequent or safe driver discounts. Insure your home for the estimated cost to rebuild rather than the real estate value. State Farm® suggests you select a coverage amount equal to at least 100% of the estimated replacement cost of your home, but the choice is yours. You also should make sure any replacement cost estimate reflects the actual characteristics of your home. Insuring your home for at least 100% of its estimated replacement cost — not the current market value — could give you the means to replace your home entirely in the event of a loss. Carefully review the limitations on coverage and exclusions in your policy. Some items in your home might qualify for extra protection. For example, you may need more protection for jewelry and firearms. Business in the home coverage can protect furniture and equipment used for business purposes. Talk to your agent to make sure you’re not overlooking important add-ons to your coverage.

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Music Mischief BY VA L E R I A T H O M A S , O W N E R & I N S T R U C TO R At the Piano Keys to Music Studio there is no such thing as a ‘normal’ piano recital. Once again we venture out to try new things. Our Fall performance begins on the intimate stage at the Harmony House Recital Hall. Harmony House is our local music store on Cave Creek and Greenway Road. The owner, Jon Frank, is a respected, conscientious, and friendly business man. His store has served the Moon Valley area for more than the 30 years I’ve

known them. So I was not too surprised when he indulged me in “the Big Idea”. We called our show “Music Mischief” and The Symphony of Pianos. Families and friends packed the recital hall waiting anxiously to see their child brave the stage and sitting behind that grand piano; wield the keys as they’ve been doing diligently at home. The Music Mischief part was when piano students, dressed in costumes fitting their music, paraded past the audience to show off their character. Students become fast friends at these events as they face their fears and unknowings together. It’s a bond. They watch how each one goes on stage and they gain courage from that. Luci, playing “Theme from Linus and Lucy”, was first. As she spoke her introduction, her 7 year old showmanship and delightful playing put everyone at ease. One by one, each performer in their own special way, played beautifully and in the style of their music and character. Now this is the unique part of our recital. Jon is allowing the students to go into his piano showroom of over 15 grand pianos to play our finale song. The grands are all in the middle of the large central room, grouped like a symphony orchestra, as I saw it. Each student moved onto a grand piano; some with feet dangling, others as accomplished teens and preteens. Our conductor student hopped on a box, to be seen over the piano lids, baton in hand and led us through the music of “Pachelbel’s Canon in D, with a Little Rock” our version. All the students participate in finale numbers. The youngest, inexperienced students sang their parts and played percussion. Finally, the last 8 measures with all the grand pianos in unison, voices and percussion too, they finished in “grand” form. “Piano is more than music fun!” PianoKeysToMusic.com | 602-971-0089

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FOUR TIPS TO KEEP YOUR NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTIONS ON TRACK B Y D E B O R A H L A V I N S K Y, P M A - C P T & O W N E R It’s traditional to make a New Year’s Resolution about diet and exercise, but difficult to maintain after the initial jumpstart. Here are four tips to keep your resolution momentum going. 1. Set a realistic goal. If you have a big weight loss goal, break that down into manageable small goals. You wouldn’t eat a giant steak in one bite-- you would choke! It’s safer to take small, easy to digest bites. Starting a diet is exciting; when the weight comes off it’s a terrific feeling; when the weight loss plateaus the real challenge starts. By breaking down the big goal into smaller ones, it is easier to keep going and not give up. I lost over 70 pounds over three years, one day at a time. 2. Get buy-in from family and friends. One of the hardest things for me was to cook meals for my family while maintaining my diet. Talk about temptations! Going out to eat and seeing everyone having rich sauces or dessert while you stick to your plan is not easy. Having support from your loved ones means they respect what you are doing and help you reach your goals. 3. Strong is the New Skinny. Images flash on our TVs and computers of very thin models and actors. For the vast majority of us, that look is unattainable unless you have the resources of a 24/7 fitness trainer, chef, stylists and other staff. Taking care of your body with sensible exercise like Pilates and barre will help you firm and tone your muscles while keeping your joints supple.

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Thank You! BY D R . PAU L S TA N T O N , S U P E R I N T E N D E N T, W E S D Hello, again! I’m Dr. Paul Stanton, the proud Superintendent of the Washington Elementary School District. During this season of thanks and giving, I would like to start by saying, “thank you.” Thanks to your support, the WESD passed its $98 million bond on November 8. This money will be used to fund necessary improvements and enhancements to our buildings, buses, safety and technology. Specifically for Lookout Mountain Elementary and Mountain Sky Junior High, the passage of the bond means new technology and infrastructure for both schools and new construction, roofing and stage curtains for Mountain Sky. It is the vision of the WESD “to achieve excellence for every child, every day, every opportunity.” We are truly grateful for your support of our children. The WESD is fortunate to have community support. Today, I would like to highlight Ms. Judy Klatch, an OASIS tutor since 1996. OASIS is an intergenerational tutoring program in which tutors works with kindergarten through fourth grade students who need extra support. The tutors meet with their students weekly to enhance confidence and self-esteem and to increase reading, writing, speaking and listening proficiency. In addition to tutoring, Mrs. Klatch reads to 250 students at Lookout as a Sunshine Reader. On top of that, she works with fifth graders on their

letter writing skills as a Pencil Partner. Mrs. Klatch is just one example of the many community members who devote their time to our students. If you are interested in volunteering your time to support our students, please contact Mary Brandt at 602-347-2628. At Mountain Sky, hundreds of parents, relatives and community members recently attended the annual That’s Amore event, an evening dedicated to the performing arts. A subcommittee of the parent group, SPICE, helped organize and plan the event – gathering donations for the silent auction and raffle. Proceeds helped to offset the cost of the annual performance trip to Disneyland. This event is a shining example of parents and community m e m b e r s engaged in their local school, supporting the students in so many ways. As we come to the end of this first semester and reflect on our work together, I know that we can achieve anything we set our minds to due to the relationships we are building with our neighbors, community, business and faith partners. Thank you, again. We know that you have choices regarding your child or grandchild’s education. Thank you for choosing the WESD family.

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MAKING THE CASE FOR REVERSE MORTGAGES IN RETIREMENT PLANNING CONVERSATIONS THE WRITE STUFF BY GERRY JOHNSON Based on an article posted By Alana Stramowski in News, Retirement, Reverse Mortgage and cited by Reverse Mortgage Daily on December 8, 2016. “Social Security is still the largest source of retirement income for the majority of people in the country, but for most, that monthly check is not enough. Tapping into home equity is not often considered as a planning strategy in retirement, but it could be a tremendous help for some retirees.” “The use of a reverse mortgage is one way homeowners can effectively tap into the equity they have built in their home . . .” “Few people consider monitoring their housing wealth, yet home equity is often between 60% and 70% of their net worth . . . As a result, a discussion of the housing asset is a vital component in careful retirement income planning.” “‘The asset is hiding in plain sight. It’s an asset that retirees have been saving for via regular mortgage payments throughout their lives, but is virtually invisible when clients enter the decumulation phase,’” Shelly Giordano, chair of the Funding Longevity Task Force at the American College of Financial Services, said in the article. “‘For much of middle America, it is like trying to retire on just 35%, or less, of their accumulated wealth.’”

Save the Date B LO C K WAT C H E R B Y B L A N C H E LU K E S Let’s Get Together as a community Friday January 27th, 2017 Moon Valley Café will open its back room to us for a community meeting. Gerry Johnson, Peoples Mortgage, and Blanche Lukes, Moon Valley Realty, will co host with some appetizers and beverage. Our thinking is to gather together like minded people and decide what we can do in a positive way to make Moon Valley even better then it is. Coming together and braining storming is a great way to start. We will talk about Block Watch, Phoenix Neighbors on Patrol, The CERTs Program, a resource web presence, and what other programs we may want to host. Perhaps even other organizations would like to join in our endeavor. Let’s utilize the many talents our community has. Bring you suggestions. We will meet from 5:30- 6:30pm then adjoin to a no host dinner. We encourage staying and supporting our local business by having supper or dessert at the Moon Valley Café. (503 E. Thunderbird Rd.) We chose this time so you can go onto your other Friday events if you have one or stay and break bread with us. Hope to see you then! Blanche at moonvalleybw@cox.net

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Financial “Advisors need to be more aware of the reverse mortgage product in order to effectively inform their clients about it. But advisors also should be aware of the many abuses of the reverse mortgage product that have gone on in the past and that unfortunately still go on today.” “The article also points on the advantages of each use of the reverse mortgage product, like the lump sum payment and the reverse mortgage line of credit. The type of disbursement option a borrower chooses can vary greatly depending on the borrower’s own personal situation as well as his or her long term financial goals.” “‘We’re saying it should be part of the conversation,’” Giordano said in the article, stating the best way for an advisor to learn the intricacies of a reverse mortgage is to pursue one for a specific client.” “. . . contact two or three lenders for proposals.” “You will learn quickly about the various options, and how interest rates, life expectancies, home values, and existing mortgages interplay. “ This is great advice. As you approach the third trimester of your life, this may be a viable option. A reverse mortgage may not be right for you, but it bears looking into. If you decide to proceed, make sure you are comfortable with the Reverse Mortgage Loan Officer. If you are not, keep looking.

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Fall Fun and Philanthropy NCL Style BY FRANKIE WHEELER, NCL, INC. CHAPTER PRESIDENT It seems to me that this year has flown by at a fast and furious pace! Call it nostalgic, but to me, the holiday season is a time of reflection, and looking back on all our Chapter has been a part of this past year. In that spirit, I thought it would be fun to share with you highlights of this past fall season for our National Charity League, Inc. Moon Valley Chapter (NCL, Inc.). Better yet, I had a few of our ticktockers (that’s NCL, Inc. speak for the young ladies in our chapter) tell you themselves. It was a fabulously fun fall! Thank you, girls! Neely Burns | Class of 2022 On October 5, 2016, NCL, Inc.’s Moon Valley Chapter participated in a self-defense class for moms and daughters at Mountain Sky Junior High School, which was taught by Tyler Warren of the Scottsdale Martial Arts Center. Mr. Warren reviewed basic defense skills, such as what to do when someone strange grabs your arm and informed the group that the most important part of self-defense is basic awareness. It was fun to try out the skills we learned on our moms (pretending, of course). Everyone had a great time and I hope we do it again next year! Abigail Veidmark | Class of 2022 On a sunny Sunday afternoon in early October, forty 7th through 12th grade girls in the NCL, Inc. Moon Valley Chapter came together to “Play Like A Girl” at Moon Valley Park. The event was organized so girls could have a chance to enjoy fun outdoor games together. Some of the activities included kickball, tug of war, three-legged race and “big sis/lil sis” human knots. It wasn’t all fun and games though as girls brought toy donations for the Military Assistance Mission Santa’s

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Christmas 2016 SENIOR MOMENTS BY DAN SEAGREN In 1647, the Puritan-led English Parliament banned the celebration of Christmas in England. The Restoration of King Charles II in 1660 ended the ban. Christmas however had dwindled during the late18th and early 19th centuries only to rise again in part thanks to A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens in 1843. During the era of the French Revolution (1789-1799) Christmas religious services were banned but the Revolution overthrew the monarchy and eventually altered the course of modern history. Triggering the global decline of absolute monarchies while replacing them with republics and liberal democracies, it favored Christianity and Christmas. In the 20th century, Christmas celebrations were prohibited under doctrine of the state atheism in the Soviet Union. Nazi ideologues saw organized religion as an enemy of the totalitarian state as propagandists sought to substitute the Christian aspects of Christmas including numerous Nazi Christmas songs replacing Christian themes with the regime’s racial ideologies. In Colonial America the Plymouth Pilgrims put their loathing for Christmas into practice in 1620. Christmas observance was outlawed in Boston in1659 but revoked in 1681 by an English appointed governor. However it was not until the mid-19th century that celebrating Christmas became fashionable in the Eastern region. Yet at the time of the 1776 Declaration of Independence Christmas was not widely celebrated in the US. Christmas soon enjoyed a growing celebration in the U.S. which many of us have appreciated although it was not completely cherished by all. Today we witness Christmas both as a sacred Holiday as well as a secular one with a commingling and some ill will. It was by the early-to-mid 4th century that the Western Christian Church placed Christmas on December 25, a date later adopted in the East. Today, most Christians celebrate Christmas at this time of the month via the Gregorian calendar. As with many celebrations, some aspects have a varied origin including pagan customs. The celebratory customs associated in various countries with Christmas have a mix of pre-Christian, Christian, and secular themes. Popular modern customs of the holiday include gift-giving, Advent calendars and wreaths, Christmas music and caroling, lighting of Christmas trees, exchanging Christmas cards, church services, special food, various displays of decorations, nativity scenes, garlands, mistletoe, and holly with the Christ child along with Santa Claus, Father Christmas and Saint Nicholas all to the celebration of Yuletide. Hopefully, the true meaning of Christmas in 2016 will not be clouded over by everyday matters where ol’ St. Nick overshadows the Babe in a manger and the Baby Jesus fades into the sunset. The economic impact of Christmas is a factor that has grown steadily over the past few centuries in many regions of the world. Let’s pray that the spiritual impact has also grown steadily as well.

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The History of the Fraternal Order of Eagles in Arizona B Y B R I A N R O G E R S , S U N N Y S L O P E #2 9 57 A E R I E S E C R E TA R Y & G R A N D A E R I E T R U S T E E Many people in Arizona are not too familiar with the Fraternal Order of Eagles. With only 16 clubs across the State, it is easy to see why we may not be as well-known as the Elks, Moose, Lions, etc. We jokingly refer to ourselves as “The Best Kept Secret”. The fact of the matter is, there have been Eagles Clubs (or Aeries, as they are called) in Arizona since August 9th, 1901, when the Bisbee Aerie was established. On August 17th an Aerie in Tucson was established, followed by Phoenix on November 7th, and Globe on December 22nd. In total, four Aeries would come to call Arizona home before 1901 came to an end. The Eagles would continue their growth over the next 10 years and in 1912, Aeries in Bisbee, Tucson, Douglas, Clifton, Globe, Yuma, Phoenix, Prescott, Williams, and Flagstaff would celebrate Statehood with the rest of Arizona. During those early days, the Eagles were a blue collar organization whose membership consisted of Miners, Laborers, Railroad workers and Stage Actors. In fact, it was seven theater owners who got together to discuss an actor’s strike in Seattle, Washington, in August of 1897. After the discussion, they decided to start the Order of Good Things, meeting periodically to discuss issues but mostly just to get together as friends. On February 10th, 1898, the same theater owners petitioned the State of Washington for a Charter to start a club, changed the name and thus the Fraternal Order of Eagles was born. The organization grew quickly as the members who were actors traveled by rail to the many Lumber and mining camps all across the country and by 1908, ten years after the Eagles were established, there were 1,800 Aeries across the United States, Hawaii, Canada, and the Philippine Islands with over 360,000 members. A lot has changed since statehood. Many of the original Aeries folded when the mines played out or the trains and the population moved to larger cities. America fought a World War, went dry, and suffered through a great Depression. By 1922, only two Aeries remained in the 48th State, Tucson #180 and Yuma #398. But, between 1901 and 1917, the Eagles in Arizona were as well known as the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, the Elks, Masons, and other social organizations of the time. Our Motto is “People Helping People” and our purpose is to help those less fortunate. Each year, the

Eagles in Arizona raise money for local and national charities. Funds are donated to the F.O.E. Charity Foundation, with 100% of those funds then returned in the form of grants benefiting research facilities or institutions specializing in patient care. Nationally, the Fraternal Order of Eagles Supports Heart, Kidney, Cancer, Diabetes, Children’s Diseases, Alzheimer’s, and Parkinson’s research to help find cures for these diseases that plague mankind. In Arizona, past grant recipients have included The Arizona Heart Institute, Arizona State University, the University of Arizona, Banner Health, Camp Civitan, and the Vista Colina Homeless Shelter in Sunnyslope, just to name a few. In 2013, our organization completed a commitment of $25 million dollars in endowed funds to help establish the Fraternal Order of Eagles Diabetes Research Center, at the University of Iowa in Iowa City, IA. Their mission, and our ultimate goal is, to find a cure for Diabetes. Not too bad for an organization that considers itself “The Best Kept Secret”! The Sunnyslope Eagles, is located at 633 W. Hatcher Rd. and has been a part of the Sunnyslope community since 1949. We currently have a membership of around 380 Aerie and Auxiliary members and we are trying to grow. So, on January 14th at 2 p.m. we will be having a membership drive with a Spaghetti Dinner, Entertainment and a Television Raffle and we are inviting everyone to come on down and learn more about our Great Organization. We are a private club whose operating costs are covered by the collection of dues and the operation of a social room where we hold charity events, dinners, dances, karaoke, and Bingo. Mostly we are a family of people who believe we can make a difference in our community and have fun doing it. If this sounds like something you might be interested in, then stop by and see us January 14th, at 2 p.m. For more information about the Fraternal Order of Eagles, you can find us at: www.foe.com

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BY J E FFR E Y C R E N S H AW, E L E M E N T S Massage releases an army of feel-good hormones for a chemical-free mood boost. For one, massage releases endorphins, which effectively calm your peripheral nervous system. Getting a massage also releases oxytocin, serotonin, and dopamine. Why is this significant? When your dopamine is low you’re more likely to experience self-doubt and a lack of enthusiasm. Lowered serotonin is linked to loneliness and depression. And oxytocin is often known as the hormone of trust and peace. We’re guessing you could use a healthy dose every one of these important hormones all throughout the holiday season. Did you know that 75-90% of all doctor’s office visits are for stress-related ailments? The physical ramifications of stress are far-reaching, and not pretty. People carry their stress in all sorts of ways, from bowel upset, to chronic headaches, to elevated blood pressure, to chest pain. Not to mention the ways that you involuntarily tighten your shoulders or back as a stress response. Getting massage on a regular basis throughout the holiday season will help protect you, so that if you feel stress in your thoughts, your body won’t pay the price. Make it be about you. . . . just for an hour or two. Holidays are very “other-centered”, as they should be. The spirit of giving that comes alive this time of year is truly beautiful. Don’t you deserve the gift of being good to yourself, just a couple times a month? Think about how much better equipped you’ll be to give to others once you’ve treated yourself to a therapeutic massage.

Our 2016 Commitment is 500 Families and the Cost is $45,000 With your continued support, we raised a little over $13,000.00 and successfully impacted over 1,688 young people and their families last Christmas. ln a community, this close, we have begun to cross paths with many young adults who were touched by the love and thoughtfulness you shared with them and their siblings, We never divulge who we are, but can quickly relate when they begin to talk of the Christmas experience they encountered, describing the basket, gift card and wrapped gifts for the children. Many of our recipients are living in shelters or small apartments with multiple families in residence. They are overwhelmed and appreciative of the extra efforts you support through "Wish Builders" Christmas Program. You really are making a difference in young people's lives! Our costs have increased, but our commitment to our schools has remained firm. Logistically, it became apparent last year that baskets of household goods were no longer appropriate, because the increase in participants became more difficult for the schools to store and deliver timely. Therefore, we will be increasing the gift cards to help families absorb that luxury. We will still continue to purchase, wrap and deliver a gift for each child in the household 18 years and younger. With this, we will still plan on delivering one day of joy and comfort, with an approximate value of $90 per family. We have amazing volunteers already scheduling their time to assist us in sorting, organizing and wrapping gifts for the children, but we need your financial help to make this another successful year! I hope we can once again count on you to invest in "Wish Builders" Christmas Program. 100% of your donation is contributed to the families. Your generosity in the lives of those in need is appreciated far beyond your financial investment. Sincerely, Please forward your donation to: Sally & Fred Cohill and Mike Lee Skyline Wish Builders, lnc. c/o Skyline Builders & Restoration, lnc. www.skylinewishbuilders.com 2401 N. 24th Avenue Skyline Wish Builders, lnc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit Phoenix, AZ 85009

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The Joybus was recently gifted a brand new vehicle! The donor would like to stay anonymous. We want to say THANK YOU! Generosity like this is what makes our community GREAT! You can check out Jennifer and her amazing organization at thejoybus.org. Events for the new year include Rock the Bus, Strike out Cancer and once again the AZCentral Food and Wine Experience will be sponsoring the annual November event. Also the new diner website is up at www.TheJoyBusDiner.com - Check out the new site and the diner which has delicious food.

A Chiropractic Lifestyle BY D R . JA M E Y R E I CH OW, D.C . I have heard many people say in a concerned sort of way that once you start chiropractic care then you have to go for the rest of your life. Depending on your goals, there is some truth in this statement. Of course at Moon Valley Chiropractic our goal is to align ourselves with the goals of our patients. For instance, if you are only interested in getting out of pain and symptom relief then our approach will be to alleviate pain and provide symptom relief. This is always the first goal and chiropractic is highly successful at accomplishing this. But truly the ultimate goal of chiropractic is reaching everyone’s full potential in health and wellness. To achieve this goal, maintaining proper spinal alignment is important. The following paraphrased paragraph is from: The Chiropractic Way: How Chiropractic Care Can Stop Your Pain And Help You Regain Your Health Without Drugs or Surgery- Chiropractic care isn’t a quick fix, although it can eliminate pain fairly quickly. Ideally it should be a lifestyle choice in the same way you choose to eat a healthy diet or exercise. Chiropractic care has a similar approach to that of a physical trainer. Initially, under the guidance of a personal trainer you exercise together several times a week to establish proper physiologic function. Once this is established, you only need to check in once a month or once a quarter for a new set of exercises based on your current level of functioning. Once you’ve reached a good level of physical performance do you stop working out? Of course not. Similarly, if you eat properly for 3 months does that mean you can eat whatever you wish for the rest of your life. Obviously the answer is no. If you want to stay healthy and fit then you have to continue to eat properly and exercise. This is true for chiropractic. Chiropractic care is a vital part of a healthy lifestyle. In the same way regular exercise is important for your muscular and circulatory systems, proper nutrition for the digestive system, chiropractic care is important for our most important system--the nervous system, the system that controls every detail in the body. So let’s get healthy and stay healthy!

AHS Adoption Spotlight

Bring Home Dorian this Holiday Season! Dorian is a fetching machine and this nimble and athletic Catahoula mix is able to pluck a tennis ball from midair. The young 1-year-old loves going for brisk morning walks, tossing rope toys around, and going for car rides. He’s be the perfect companion for someone looking for a hiking companion, jogging buddy, or a fun-loving pooch to hang out with the kids. Dorian’s only request is that he be the center of your world as reside as your only canine. Meet Dorian at the Arizona Humane Society’s Sunnyslope campus.

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Child Crisis Arizona provides emergency shelter for up to 71 children who have been removed from their homes. Please join us in supporting their mission by donating a new, unwrapped toy for the holidays. Toys can be dropped off at our office now through December 17th.

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