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Students take Trip of a Lifetime “Learning about the architecture and history of the buildings was sensational. I felt the trip was a tremendous team bonding experience as well.” – Bianca Meza “The opportunity to travel to D.C. with my peers was truly something I will never forget. This was a trip full of learning and gaining personal experience, as well as bonding with my classmates.” – Quinn Unrein “Considering I’ve never traveled anywhere far, this was an unforgettable.” – Tommy Tran "I never expected to be so emotionalmoved by the amount of courage people had to stand for what they believed in. The trip definitely opened my eyes." – Sarafina Botros

Four years ago I took Student Council students to Washington D.C. for Barak Obama’s second Presidential Inauguration. After such an amazing experience, I knew I would take the students to the next Inauguration. Those who went the first time learned so much about America’s history, and were greatly impacted by the trip. Many told me before they graduated that going to Washington D. C. was their top memory of high school. How could I not take another group of kids to have a similar experience? Planning began in May of 2016, and really kicked into high gear when school began in August. Going to Washington D. C. is not cheap, and I wanted to make sure every student council student could have the opportunity to go. Each student paid for part of the trip and then collectively we needed to raise approximately $20,000. Through many fundraising efforts, we met our goal just before we left. Each student attending was in charge of planning a fundraiser. We did restaurant nights, a car wash, video game tournaments after school, gained sponsorships through an online campaign, ran the concession stand at football games, planned a movie night and a kickball tournament. Day One (Thursday, 1/19) - The day started with seeing the setup for the Inauguration at the National Mall. We took a group picture with the U.S. Capital in the background. The rest of the day was spent visiting the Smithsonian of Natural History and the Smithsonian of American History. The students enjoyed both Smithsonians, and wished we had time to visit all six of them! We then had dinner at Dave and Busters with other students in town for the Inauguration. Day Two (Friday, 1/20) Inauguration day started off early. We headed to downtown D.C. around 5am. The lines to get into the Inauguration Ceremony are very long, so we needed that early start. It rained on and off, but that didn’t dampen the excitement of the day. Although there was a lot of walking, and super long lines, the day turned out to be memorable by attending the historic event. That evening, EF Travel planned an Inaugural Ball for all the students across the nation traveling with them for the Inauguration. The students had a great time! They had dinner, and danced for hours on the dance floor. They enjoyed meeting kids from so many different states. Day Three (Saturday, 1/21) - This was a very busy day. We visited the Washington Monument, along with the World War Il, Lincoln, Vietnam, and Korean War Memorials. We also visited the Franklin D. Roosevelt, Thomas Jefferson, and Martin Luther King Jr. Memorials. The Women’s March on Washington was happening in this area during this time, so

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the students were able to see the first amendment in action. Day Four (Sunday, 1/22) - On our last day, we went to Arlington National Cemetery. This really affected the students to see how many brave men and women are buried at this special place. We then went to the U. S. Capital, the Supreme Court, and the Library of Congress for photo opportunities. We ate lunch at Union Station and then headed to the airport. We arrived back in Phoenix late Sunday evening.

I have to add that I was so impressed with all of the students who went on the trip. The level of respect they had for everyone we encountered (from flight attendants to wait staff to each other) was amazing. They did a great job of following instructions, and truly made the trip a lot less stressful than it could’ve been. Taking thirty teenagers across the country can be chaotic; traveling with that many people is a feat upon itself. But they were so awesome that I never had any concerns. I am so grateful to be able to have had this experience with my students. I am thankful that they gained new knowledge about our country and made memories that will last a lifetime. No matter how much I teach about the government in my classroom, it isn’t as impactful as being in the nation’s capital and learning about our country firsthand. I know all the students learned A LOT from our trip, and appreciate the opportunity to be by their side as they did.

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A Part of History - My Trip to the Inauguration

The Thunderbird High School Student Council recently took a trip to Washington D.C. for the presidential inauguration of Donald Trump. It was an event that took months of planning, and a lot of fundraising. In the end, all the hard work payed off. On the Wednesday night before the inauguration we took a red-eye flight to Boston, Massachusetts followed by a connecting flight to Baltimore, Maryland. There was no time for sleep! Right after our flight we headed to the National Mall for a day filled with Smithsonian tours! The next day we were up at 4am and headed out the door by 5 to attend the inauguration. Upon arrival we walked for about 2 hours to get to the entrance of the National Mall. After hours of waiting, we barely made it, but we were in! It was so exciting to be on the grounds where history was being made. The protesters present were not raining on our parade! We enjoyed every second of it! It was so cool to be a part of history. We were able to attend a ball that evening. We were all dressed up and ready to have fun and enjoy our night of celebrating being in Washington DC. The following day we started with Mount Vernon which was supercool. Unreal that George lived in such an intricate home- not to mention his view? After that it was off to the women's march! Although I believe we should be supporting our president, it was really cool to be a part of something so historical. I also think that many people were there to share the positive message that we are one country and we need to work together and build each other up! We went to the reflection pool where it's totally about perspective. Really neat. I also think it's so cool how much of a significance our history has on the way this country is still ran. Mel, our student council teacher, was explaining to me the reasoning behind Lincoln facing the capitol and its so easy to forget the purpose behind our government and the democracy that we live in. I think all of us just want to take US history again.... I find it SO fascinating.

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After we visited the Vietnam and Korean memorials. A girl in our group was crying because as she was reading the names she realized how each one of the 58,000 soldiers that died had a family and friends and it had me speechless. We tend to forgot about what each of the names truly represent. We visited so many historical sights and learned along the way. We were able to form new friendships and strengthen others. We learned a new appreciation or our great Country and the history to be told. Our days started early and ended long into the night... however, we celebrated the time we had and the opportunities that were placed before us. Each of us grew In many ways and came home with a deeper appreciation for the history of this great Country. This trip was a wonderful experience to be a part of. I am so thankful for my family and this country and I really didn't think this trip would have such a big effect on me but wow. I am sure the others who attended would say the same. We had a great time and appreciate all that helped make it possible! God Bless America

Moon Valley is the Place to Be B Y K I M G E O R G E , L O N G R E A LT Y U P T O W N One of my favorite parts of my job is holding open houses in Moon Valley. It’s a great chance to meet fabulous neighbors and also a good opportunity to have visitors remind you why Moon Valley is such a great place to live. I often hear comments like, “we hope to live here someday” or “I grew up here and want to come back”. It got me thinking about what makes Moon Valley so special. It’s popular because Moon Valley has so much to offer. As of the date of publication, there were 63 homes for sale in the area. Prices range from $100,000 in the Quail Hill Condominiums to $2,799,000 in Moon Mountain Estates. There are homes for all different lifestyles and income levels. You can find large single family homes, condos, patio homes, and even an age restricted community. Among the current active listings, you will find 17 have been remodeled, 42 have

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What is the value of a vacation?

I was a travel agent for more than 20 years, travel and vacation planning was a part of my daily life. 15 years later, travel is still something that’s on my mind, swirling around my mind, internet searches and conversations almost daily. And now scientific studies: “The impact that taking a vacation has on one’s mental health is profound” said Francine Lederer, a clinical psychologist in Los Angeles. “Most people have better life perspectives and are more motivated to achieve their goals after a vacation, even if it is a 24-hour time-out.” I always knew……. It has been proven that small breaks improve concentrations, long breaks replenish job performance. Without vacations, mistakes and resentment increases. Are you the employer or employee? The bottom line is that breaks are better for us, whether it be a day in the park, a week on the beach or a month backpacking across Europe. American workers are among the many that do not take advantage of the vacation time that they’re eligible for and are shortchanging themselves in terms of benefits to their health. Health is the very important fact in these studies, but making lasting memoires with the ones you love is vital to living a fulfilled life. It’s truly not the amount you can afford to spend, it is the magic moments that you create and the gratitude you cultivate that determines your wealth. The world has so many different opportunities for travel in 2017, it seems like so many more than 20 years ago, the power of internet, Instagram, and the many other social outlets have truly opened up the secret travel destinations. The Moon Valley Tattler loves sharing your travel adventures, we will be looking to publish many “Traveling Tattler” stories this year.

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MV Community Wide Garage Sale Weekend - Mar. 4&5 BY BRET ALDIERI, MVNA PRESIDENT It’s Moon Valley Community Garage sale time! When: Saturday, March 4th from 7AM - 3PM AND Sunday March 5th from 7AM - noon. Where: your house, yard, driveway or garage. MVNA is doing all the marketing in our local papers, NextDoor App, MVNA website and other locations. You just need to get your items ready to sell, or make plans to tour the neighborhood to find treasures to purchase. This is the best community yard/garage sale in North Phoenix and a great time to connect with neighbors. I would ask all sellers to keep in mind our local charities for any remaining sale items – many of them provide free pickup if you call ahead. A few charity examples are the Boy’s and Girl’s club, Salvation Army, Vincent DePaul, JCL Desert Mission, Heritage for the Blind, Catholic Charities and others. You get a tax deduction, and also help out a charity. MVNA launched our annual membership drive time via dues notices included in the December luminary distribution. The 2017 dues notice can be also found on our website. Please pay the low, and very affordable annual fee of only $25.

Your dues help fund: • Quarterly Newsletters / Weekly Web Updates; Annual Moon Valley Garage Sale • Christmas Eve Luminaries, Holiday Decorating Contest & Awards • Moon Valley Community Signs & Upkeep of our entrances and common areas There is a super affordable option to join into our Community security patril service. We encourage you to support our Community Security Service for an additional $90/yr. The more security funds we collect, the more hours of security patrol coverage are provided. Statistics show a security patrol enhances neighborhood safety. In December, a security patrol officer helped a Moon Valley resident and her bird escape thier house fire. Please frequent our website for updates on our community, notices of future activities and events or to contact us about a concern or to volunteer your time to help out: http://moonvalleyna.org/ Moon Valley - Neighbors helping Neighbors

Smart Appliances 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 Just when you think you have mastered you phones new technology, the experts have come up with more ways to confuse us. Now we have SMART appliances available that are supposed to make our lives easier. The next time you are in the market for a new appliance you better do your homework to make sure you are getting the appliance that suites all you needs. Soon you will be able to talk to your appliances via a phone app. What if you could talk to you refrigerator through voice command? What if an app on your phone can tell you your food inventory? Washers can start the load when you tell it to and notify you when it is done. Check your oven with an app so you can see when your food is ready. Check your home thermostat from your phone and raise and lower the temperature. Although these appliances have some wonderful applications, they are still too expensive for the average buyer. Be assured that the price will come down as technology catches up. If technology continues as expected, who knows what your appliances are capable of?

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Moon Valley Magic Lies in Opinions 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 Everyone has a right to their opinion. This is what I tell my students all the time, especially now that their next essay exam is on writing about one. However, I tell them, no one has the right to shove their opinion down anyone’s throat. Oh and they have to be able to back up their opinion with facts that can be proven and not just “because I think so,” because no one would take that seriously. There has been a lot circulating around about ‘fake’ news. I found a link about ‘fake news’ on facebook interesting and posted it to my page, mostly because a friend had repeated something he’d heard on talk radio and bought it,

but I didn’t. I googled it and found out it was another example of ‘fake news’ and I was going to use it as an example for my students. My work email the next day had an article so students could read the facts for themselves and learn (hopefully) to discern fact from fiction, lies from truth and be ethical in their interpretation. In the recent climate that we’ve all undergone and probably will continue to, it’s important for everyone to remember that we ALL have a right to our opinion and whether you agree or not is your choice, but it is not a just cause for arguing and being rude. It isn’t okay to destroy property and curse at people just because you think they’re an idiot. They might be, but calling them names will only fuel their fire. For someone like me who used to be very outspoken and opinionated, it’s a shocker, but I find it’s better to be quiet, roll your eyes silently and walk away, because you can’t argue with someone who refuses to get educated about what they are spewing. Too many people love the sound of their own voice. Hmmmmm, wonder if that’s why earbuds and headphones were invented? “People demand freedom of speech to make up for the freedom of thought, which they avoid.” Soren Kierkegaard-19th Century Danish Philosopher 1813-1855

Top 5 Reasons to Get a Massage This Winter BY JEFFR E Y CR ENSHAW You just might need to destress. After the whirlwind of shopping and cooking and errands and decorating and family and friends that comes with the season, you deserve some rest and luxury. Treat yourself to an hour (or more!) of peace and quiet, where your only job is to lie down and relax while someone takes care of you. Feeling a little sleep-deprived? Luckily, massage is an effective antidote to nights of poor sleep. For one, massage help promote restful and deeper sleep by increasing serotonin, which then increases the melatonin, helping your circadian rhythms to regulate. Massage also fights the production of the stress hormone cortisol which can interrupt sleep. Do the chilly winds and dry air have your skin feeling parched? Add in the extra-hot showers you need just to warm up, and your skin turns into a dry, tightfeeling, chapped mess. Massage lotions and oils are are healthy and moisturizing for

your parched skin, and they feel great. If you got a bit too snuggly with a coughing and sneezing little one, or if your workplace resembles an infirmary more than an office, your immune system could likely use a little boost. Amazingly, massage can do that, too. While plenty of rest and good nutrition are the common key players in keeping you healthy, getting a massage is like adding a super boost to those efforts. Massage increases the activity of your white blood cells, which help to combat viruses. Cold muscles are less fluid and are more easily pulled or strained. Not only that, but once you hurt one area, your other muscles tense up to try and “help,” leading to greater potential soreness. Getting regular massages is a great way to keep your muscles fluid, soothed, and less likely to get injured.

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Back Pain: Bad for Your Mental Health WELLNESS IN MOTION BY DR. NICHOLAS WARNER If you’re not already utilizing chiropractic care to resolve your back pain and reduce the likelihood it will return – not to mention improving your overall health and wellness – that means one of two things: you haven’t suffered back pain (yet) or you’ve decided to temporarily suppress the pain with over-thecounter or prescription medications. The latter is, as mentioned, a temporary solution that doesn’t address the root causes of the pain, while the former is also likely temporary, since an estimated 80 percent of adults will suffer back pain at some point in their lifetime. Back pain can be a problem for a variety of reasons beyond the pain, whether it’s limiting your daily function, forcing you to take time off work, or otherwise impacting your life. But there’s a nother r e a s o n suggested by recent research that should v a u l t “getting rid of back pain” to the top of your priority list: Back pain could increase your risk of suffering mental health problems. The study used data from the World Health Organization’s World Health Survey 2002-2004 and involved more than 200,000 study subjects ages 18 and older from 43 countries. Data analysis revealed that compared to people without back pain, those with pain were more than twice as likely to suffer from one of five mental health conditions: anxiety, depression, psychosis, stress and sleep deprivation. Subjects with chronic back pain were particularly at risk

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Have the Talk BY D E N N I S J. R O G E R S , C PA , C FP ® Most of us find it very difficult to start conversations with our loved ones about some of the most important topics in life: death and dying, health in old age, financial arrangements, and similar subjects. The things that happen toward the end of our lives are inevitable, but they are still uncomfortable to talk about. It is especially difficult for a parent who has been very independent to admit concerns to their children. The problem is that these things will happen whether we talk about them or not. If we do make the effort to have these uncomfortable conversations, we may improve the situation and be more likely to have our wishes followed. It is quite hard for someone to give you what you want if they do not know what you want. It is my recommendation that the older generation initiate the conversation. After all, it is your wishes that are being carried out. It is also usually very difficult for the children (regardless of age) to start a conversation about their parents’ elder care and death. However, sometimes there is just no choice. The younger generation often will have to just step in and start the conversation. It may be helpful to invite the children to a meeting with a financial professional and have that person initiate the discussion. There are a few things you should consider ahead of time so that you are prepared your time: •What are your biggest concerns? These can be very broad topics. •How does your family usually respond to difficult discussions? •What types of needs do you anticipate? •Be open to continuing the conversation at a later time. At least you opened the door. •Admit the obvious – “this is a difficult conversation, but we love you too much to just ignore it.” Usually, the most difficult part of this conversation is just getting it started. Most of us have some type of process for formulating a resolution or two at the start of a new year. I believe this is very healthy even if we do not follow through on it all the way. At least we have admitted to ourselves that there is something we would like to improve and have a chance to move in a positive direction.

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Material discussed is meant to provide general information and it is not to be construed as specific investment, tax or legal advice. Neither United Planners nor its financial professionals render legal or tax advice. Please consult with your accountant or tax advisor for specific guidance. Dennis J. Rogers, CPA, CFP® is a Registered Principal offering securities and advisory services through United Planners Financial Services. Member FINRA/SIPC. Rogers & Kirby and United Planners Financial Services are not affiliated. He is a partner in a financial advisory practice in Phoenix that focuses on helping clients make smart decisions about their money based on their personal core values. He can be reached at dennis@rogerskirby.com or 602-748-1900.

Award-winning musical biography of Beatles comes to Phoenix stage

Almost everyone knows that The Beatles are one of the most acclaimed bands in rock and roll history because their music has the hypnotic qualities that make teenage girls scream and artists today and yesterday cite them as one of their influences. While many of us don’t have the opportunity to see the two surviving Beatles Paul McCartney or Ringo Starr live in concert these days, the closest thing to watching an actual Beatles concert will be In My Life – A Musical Theatre Tribute to the Beatles at the Herberger Theater on Sunday, March 12 at 7:00 pm. You mean just another tribute band? No, because not all tribute bands are alike. This one portrays the Beatles—John Lennon (Nathaniel Bott), Paul McCartney (Christopher Overall), George Harrison (Zak Schaffer) and Ringo Starr (Axel Clarke)— as authentically as possible, from their singing to the myriad of guitars used throughout the band’s decade-long career. Listening to songs like “Penny Lane” or “I Want To Hold Your Hand” from this tribute band is almost like listening to the original icons themselves. The cast members are age appropriate for the Beatles, between 22 - 32 years of age. While the great repertoire of songs bind this musical together, the audience also gets the opportunity to relive the most important moments of The Beatles’ epic legacy, which spans the entire 1960s period. The actors that portray the band members connect with the crowd through their lovable sense of humors and cheeky banter. As one watches The Beatles progress throughout that decade, the band's manager Brian Epstein (Murphy Martin) makes his presence known throughout the musical, narrating his side of the story starting from his discovery of the Fab Four at the Cavern Club in Liverpool up until after the release of Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band. Epstein plays a very important role in this show, not only because he was the man who discovered the group, but he also influenced their personal touch with audiences and, of course, their fashion sense. Who could forget the image of the four dressed up in suits on their arrival at New York’s JFK Airport in 1964? This show is not just about reliving the breakthrough Ed Sullivan Show performance on February 9,1964 that 78 million people watched on television, or reviving their deafening and packed Shea Stadium concert in 1965, it also touches on the band’s intimate moments in the recording studio. The audience observes the four in the studio as they struggle to reconcile their creative differences after Epstein’s death in 1967, a couple months after the release of Sgt. Pepper. The San Diego Theatre Review called the show "the most original of all Beatles shows" and a "flat out great show!" The Los Angeles Times said "the show delivers," and the Idaho Statesman said "this is the ticket for you!"

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Genealogy Fun BY FROST Y KROENING I attended a genealogy workshop recently and learned a great deal that, after years of doing genealogy, I did not know. Genealogy research has become very sophisticated due to all the new databases that are available with a few keystrokes. Our instructor said that genealogy is something anyone can do 24 hours a day. When we can’t sleep, some of us go to the computer and use www.books.google.com to find information about our ancestors. Putting quotation marks around names, reversing names, using asterisks in the middle of names, names of brothers or sisters and towns and counties in various states, helps. We try everything! We learned that there are many kinds of information. Some perfectly reliable. Some not so much. The descriptions of information types are: Original, Primary, and Direct. Under Original is Derivitive, which is information collected into a database from original sources but these may not be totally accurate. Secondary information is from documents like death certificates and may not be totally accurate due to emotional stability of relatives after a loved one’s death. Indirect information, as opposed to direct information can be derived from aunts and uncles, cousins, family bibles, etc. In all cases, it is useful to collect information from many different sources. We learned the names of many different web sites that can be used to access genealogy information. Some are: Ancestry.com (which costs money but you can have monthly access for a fee), FamilySearch.org (free but they want you to put your family tree on this site…you can put just a few names), overdrive.com, and HathiTrust.com. Billionsofgraves.com has given Findagrave.com competition. Bing is also coming along as an interesting genealogy site. There is a lot of good help in the Phoenix area. Mormon Family History Centers are spread throughout Arizona. It is advisable to make an appointment before going to one of these centers so a person most familiar with your line of ancestors can help you. Have a clear goal in mind. There are many classes available, too. Learning how to fill out Family Group Sheets and Pedigree sheets is fun. The filled-out sheets tell interesting stories about our individual family histories. Genealogy is an interesting hobby. We learn a lot of history in the process of finding ancestors..

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NCL Inc. Tackles Body Image BY REBECC A E VEN On Sunday, January 22, 2017, the Moon Valley Chapter of National Charity League, Inc. (NCL, Inc.) gathered for their first chapter meeting of the new year at Lookout Mountain Elementary School. The featured speaker was Melodee Gentry Bosna, a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in body image. The theme of her talk was “You have a good body: Why that’s relevant to changing the world”. Melodee specializes in therapy for body image issues, trauma, abuse, eating disorders, relationship issues, and identity development. She is passionate about healing and believes that all individuals have a unique story, which they were created to live. According to Bosna, last year the diet industry earned over $60 billion, the cosmetic industry earned over $61 billion, and the fashion industry earned over $3 trillion. Because these industries are striving for profit, they make it their job to tell you what is wrong with you and then offer you the solution. These industries literally present unattainable models for emulation. In fact, Bosna shared that if Barbie were a human with her same measurements in life size, she would have to crawl around with her head bowed down in order to bare the weight of her body, yet she is a model for young girls. “Your body matters because you matter,” attested Bosna. “Melodee spoke so beautifully about loving our bodies ... just the way they are. What a wonderful message for both mothers and daugthers!,” said NCL, Inc. member, Karen Huttenmeyer. At the end of her presentation, Bosna received a standing ovation. NCL, Inc. is a mother/daughter philanthropic organization with 229 chapters in 26 states with 63,000 members across the United States that all share the mission of fostering strong mother/daughter relationships through community service, leadership development and cultural experiences. Class sizes range from 7th to 12th grade. For more information about NCL, Inc. visit our website at www.moonvalley.nationalcharityleague.org. Mothers and Daughters Serving Communities Together

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DESIGN SOLUTIONS BY ROBERT ALAN MINOR The master bedroom has evolved over the years to a suite of rooms. Essentially a master bedroom is a home within a home. It is a refuge where one can enjoy a space free of the many demands of modern living – a peaceful inner sanctum. Master bedrooms come in many shapes and sizes, as unique as the lives they are designed to insulate. Most as designed to support three aspects of life: • Daily personal routines • Rest and relaxation • Romance Without a doubt, one of the best improvements made in current home design has been the size of this area. This is true in even the most modest home. This space now includes a sleeping, sitting, audio/video, custom closet and bathroom area. Designers continue to work toward redefining the bedroom. It is no longer mandatory to have the traditional set of matching pieces such as a dresser, chest, two night tables and a headboard. You are free to mix and match as long as there is some logic and coordination with your choices. By utilizing a practical closet design you may be able to eliminate your old dresser or chest, thereby creating more space for a comfortable seating arrangement or decorative objects. Coordinate your chairs, chaise lounges and love seats to match your overall palette and design scheme. If possible, try floating the arrangement in your room. Are there alcoves in your bedroom? This may be the perfect space for built-in storage units or bookcases. Think creatively about bedside tables, which can be sculptural gems echoing materials and forms used elsewhere in the room. Instead of freestanding tables, consider using wall-mounted shelves or tables. For a contemporary flair, the parson style table is still one of my favorites. It is simple and can be custom made to any specification or finish. Bed profiles have also changed. Most contemporary designs are low and lean in contrast with the prevailing wisdom that higher meant softer and better. New frame and platform options mean you can choose a bed to suit your personal needs and comfort and, you will not feel that you are sleeping on the floor! It is also not necessary to position the head of the bed against the wall. Beds can serve as a room divider or be floated in a large room. Headboards, while still popular, are selected or rejected according to personal preference. They can range from complete absence, to upholstered ones that are comfortable for reading, to architectural solutions emphasizing the head of the bed through built-in features. A sleek metal headboard is another option. For a dramatic and playful design, consider using a canopy bed with drapery panels on each side. Remember, a single strong design element elevates a room beyond the ordinary! Some other things to consider when designing your bedroom suite: • Research installing a fireplace using the latest gas, bio-fuel or electric fire options. • New technologies have made it easier to place freestanding, wall hung or built-in units without venting. • Natural light is still an important element bringing in showers of light from the sun and moon. • Outdoor views maximize the exterior connection - feature extensive picture windows or french doors. • Install dimmers on all lighting fixtures. • When using LED lighting, make sure you choose 2700K for a warmer and richer tone. • Re-think overhead can lighting, they can be notoriously unflattering. • Detailing is extremely important. In most instances less is better. • Always de-clutter by eliminating your old magazines and books that have already been read. • Don’t forget to treat yourself to some luxurious bed linens and sumptuous down pillows, you deserve it!

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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Happy New Year! BY D R . JA M E Y R E I CH OW, D.C . I’ve wondered for years why insurance companies were reluctant to approve and pay for chiropractic services. My amazement stems from first hand experience relieving patients’ symptoms while also preventing more expensive testing and treatment by the traditional medical (or allopathic) methods of care. Expensive diagnostic imaging, prescriptions, and surgery have become less attractive to both patients and their insurers. A recent article in the December 2010 issue of the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics (JMPT) titled, “Cost of Care for Common Back Pain Condition Initiated with Chiropractic Doctor vs. Medical Doctor/ Doctor of Osteopathy as First Physician” studied this issue. The article is a retrospective claims analysis of Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Tennessee’s intermediate and large group fully-insured population. The researchers identified BCBS members with Low Back Pain claims based upon the diagnosis codes used by MDs and DCs alike. During a two year period, 85,402 members met these criteria. The total cost for each episode of low back pain was determined by calculating the cost paid by the insurer for all services provided during the episode by the same and other providers. The study found that those patients that initiated care with a DC (doctor of chiropractic) cost the insurance company $452.33 versus $1037.04 for patients that saw their medical doctor first. This represents an approximate 40% savings when patients sought care for low back pain from a chiropractic physician as compared to an allopathic provider. These results suggest that insurance companies that restrict access to chiropractic care for low back pain, inadvertently, pay more. Mind boggling, isn’t it? The study reinforces what chiropractors see on a daily basis. Conservative chiropractic care often helps patients avoid or reduce more costly and invasive treatment methods such as prescription drugs and surgery. The American Chiropractic Association President, Rick McMichaels, DC, made the following statement, “The study…… demonstrates the value of chiropractic care at a critical time, when our nation is attempting to reform its health care system and contain runaway costs.” So we’ll continue to do our part by providing an effective, but less costly and more conservative approach to low back pain! To health! Dr. Jamey Reichow

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Pilates for MS, Parkinson's & Stroke 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 Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is one of the most common neurological conditions worldwide. It is a disease that targets the central nervous system causing balance difficulties, gait abnormalities, single side weakness, spasticity, and bladder/bowel issues.

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Strokes occur when the blood supply to the brain is interrupted causing brain cell death and can happen at any age. Common symptoms include balance and coordination problems, same side weakness, bladder/bowel problems, spasticity, gait and speech problems. Why is Pilates the ideal exercise system for neurological conditions? Pilates can address nearly every major symptom of these conditions and qualified Pilates instructors are uniquely trained to note posture and movement. Pilates' spring-based equipment can serve as "preventative rehab", connecting the breath with movement and speed up the neuromuscular recovery process. BellaBody Pilates hosted an international neurological conditions workshop, drawing instructors from Canada, California, Utah, Nevada as well as Arizona. The intensive course included information on the diseases, symptoms, and the design of individual-specific programming as each client and each day is different. We received the latest research in neuroplasticity with innovative exercises designed to form new neural pathways and bypass central nervous system damage. These exercises are applicable to most neurological conditions, and were selected based on research on MS, stroke, and Parkinson's disease. BellaBody Pilates welcomes anyone with a neurological or auto-immune condition to come in for a 30 complementary consultation to discover how Pilates can help improve your quality of life. Contact Deborah Lavinsky, PMA®-CPT 602-3185068 or deb@bellabodypilates.com to schedule your appointment.

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MOON VALLEY CLASSIFIEDS ADULT CARE Best Care Home of Moon Valley A State Licensed Home established in1996 is owned and operated by a Registered Nurse. Accepts all levels of care. For more information, please call Tess Baylon BSN,RN at 602-548-1082. Moon Valley Assisted Living LLC Moon Valley’s finest adult care home along the 12th green of MVCC. State licensed and RN owned ( 602) 790-5863 Need a Caregiver? We provide in-home care giving services with love and compassion. Call Life’s Blessings for a free consultation at 602.466.3005.

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13636 N Canterbury Dr—$599,900 SHARON’S LISTINGS! MOON VALLEY: 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 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, & views. 13636 N Canterbury Drive $599,900 MOON VALLEY CLUSTER HOMES: This is it! A perfect onestory 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 – SOLD 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 & Patty for sneak peek at this lovely home! $325,000! MOON VALLEY! Single Family home in Lookout Mountain Elementary area with approx. 2310sq ft, 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths split plan, 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 !! 419 E Country Gables - $439,000 Under Contract 3 days! New Listing Coming Soon! Heart of Moon Valley, Lookout Mountain Elementary School districe! Approx 2000 sq. ft 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with Pool, Remodeled! Quiet interior street, Raised Ceilings, new Kitchen and 2 new remodeled baths, 2 car garage and more! COMING SOON!

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1201 E Marconi AVE

2,479

375,000 15853 N 11TH AVE

1,516

242,000

1133 W BETTY ELYSE LN

1,816

276,000 715 E PARADISE LN

1,511

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2,870

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2,383

370,000

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2,980

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2,179

380,000

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342,000

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313,000

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My clients always ask me what they need to do to sell their home for the best priceand as quickly as possible. I have already told you the importance of hiring an experienced REALTOR® who can help you accurately price your home according to the local market conditions. But the next step is very important as well. It’s pretty simple stuff - you need to clean and declutter your home. Again, your REALTOR® is your invaluable expert who can guide you on how to best present your house for sale. I have seen most homes in Moon Valley at one time or another, and thousands of homes throughout the Phoenix area. I know what buyers respond to and what features encourage them to write strong offers. Cleaning? Yes, cleaning. Don’t worry – I’m not your mother – I won’t scold you if you haven’t cleaned behind your refrigerator in quite some time, or the dog made a mess on the carpet. I get it – you’re busy and you have a life! So, when I give you advice on how to prepare your home for sale I’m not judging you – I’m a trained professional helping you achieve a desired financial outcome – selling your home for its maximum value! Where do we begin? I walk through your home with you, room by room, closet by closet – and garage and outdoors – and identify trouble spots and opportunities for improvement. What are some trouble spots? Too much furniture. Is a room too crowded? Does it feel overstuffed with large pieces? Can you see all the features of a room? If you can’t walk through a room without banging your shins, you have too much stuff. Buyers need to imagine their furniture in a room and they are better able to do that if they see space. Highlight your space – not your stuff! Collections. Most everyone has a favorite collection, but it might not be everyone’s favorite thing to look at. I will identify for you if your collection would be better off in storage while you have your house on the market. Counters. Kitchen and bathroom counters should be as free of clutter as an airport runway. Allow the buyer to imagine how they would use those spaces. Six small appliances and twelve cookie jars on the kitchen counter doesn’t allow room for your buyer to imagine making dinner, or rolling out a pie crust. Closets and cabinets. Take a deep breath – it’s okay! Take one closet at a time, one cabinet (and kitchen and bathroom drawer) at a time. The goal is to be able to see every individual item in a closet or cabinet. The junk drawer gets “un-junked” the closets get “un-stuffed”. You already know the goal, don’t you? The buyer needs to imagine all their personal possessions fitting in these spaces. Allow them to see how they will do it.

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One thing we all share in common is our love of pictures! Pictures are priceless memories of the great times that we’ve had with loved ones. And with improved camera capabilities on phones and tablets it’s no wonder many of us run out of storage as we say “smile” and click away. Here are five ways you can keep your beloved photos safe and secure. 1. Put your photos in the Cloud! While this may seem fuzzy to some, the cloud simply means storing your photos, data and programs over the Internet instead of your computer’s hard drive. The “cloud” is just a metaphor for the Internet. There are a few great apps for photo storage like; iCloud, Dropbox or Google Drive. And they all can launch, store and share your photos. A simple setup automatically transfers your photos from your phone to your other synced computing devices. It also saves the photos you take “on on the run” with your phone, every time you charge it under wifi to the photo app on all your devices. Pretty cool. You can even send your loved ones over to grandma’s phone or Aunt Becky’s Facebook through the cloud too! 2. Save your photos on a Jump Drive or Portable Hard Drive (Some folks call these flash drives but this is a family rated article) Did you know there are jump drives made to connect right onto your phone? Yep. Insert, load photos and save. You can then transfer them onto your desktop computer to organize, setup and manage folders and albums later. Remember to take precautions when removing the drive though. On a mac simply drag to the trash icon or use the eject icon in Finder. On a PC open the eject drive button on the bottom right of the screen. Sometimes your data or photos can get all squirrely, if you don’t manage the external drive with care. When no wifi service is available, this is an efficient way of snuggling your loved ones into one safe place. 3. Check out apps. Finally! A way to remove the stain off Bob’s shirt and organize the family There are about 5000+ photo apps for photo editing, storage and management. Prisma. GooglePhoto Scan and Snapseed, are great apps for enhancing and fixing photos. Instagram and SnapChat are popular and fun ways to send photos. Flickr, Photobucket and Shoebox are a few other storage apps. There are some unique digital photo frames that create virtual slides shows too. I’ll have to get back to you about the other 4992 other photo apps out there. 4. Make a photobook! Everyone comes together in a photobook. Here is a wonderful way to save your loved ones and what better time of year than Valentine’s Day to say how much “I love you” with a collection of happy times to share. Creating a digital to printed photobook is easier than you think, with prices ranging from $8 to $80 from such sites as Mixbook,Shutterfly or Blurb. You will love spending the time looking, remembering and organizing the digital collection in the process. 5. Print out your pals! Scan and combine pictures. There are dozens of new scanning and printing devices that are now affordably available. Combining ink, unique papers and graphic enhancements found at many stores, creative scrapbooking has reached a whole new level. Even better, consider enhancing your photos using PhotoShop and Illustrator. It’s truly exciting to imagine the digital masterpieces you can create and frame. The possibilities are endless. Happy Valentines Day from all of us at Generation Tech Support on Thunderbird and 7th Street. We’d LOVE to help you create that perfect valentine and are eager to help you save your loved ones, create and share digital photos and art, as well as help you with your all your other tech stuff!

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Cassie got lucky, very lucky. The year-old black Labrador Retriever quivered in her paws as passersby at the Arizona Humane Society’s Sunnyslope campus viewed the skeletal creature in her holding pen. Extremely timid, but very gentle, the poor gal, recently from a many-pet San Diego household as records indicated, simply needed someone to love her for what she then was – rejected, neglected and likely abused by people with too many other interests. One family came to Cassie’s rescue. She now thrives as a member of that family, which includes her canine Lab brother, along with regular meals, walks, lots of toys, soft beds and unconditional love from all of them. This is the outcome workers and volunteers at the AHS strive to achieve when placing pets for adoption, says AHS media specialist Ashleigh Goebel. “The Sunnyslope campus is really the hub for all of that,” she says, adding the site has

many more programs assisting animals, and ultimately, their human companions. The AHS Sunnyslope campus, 9226 N. 13th Ave., is the place where miracles and happy endings occur on a regular basis, thanks to the range of services offered there. In 2016, the AHS was able to place 10,620 animals for adoption, Goebel says. Take black-and-white Batman, another adoptee upon whom Helen, his new owner, dotes. Helen, who prefers that her last name be omitted, is the Sunnyslope thrift shop’s top person. But Batman, who looks like a Basset Hound/Pitbull mix, really is the top dog there, accompanying his mistress to work every day. “He just loves all the attention,” people visiting the shop and the shelter give, Helen says. “He’s a great, great rescue.” She recounts a time when Batman, who is deaf and responds to hand signals, sauntered out of the shop. No, he didn’t wander into busy streets or nearby neighborhoods. Instead, he pawed his way back to the campus adoption area, seemingly seeking some extra hugs. All of the thrift’s sales of gently used pet supplies, human clothing and household supplies remain at that site. The same goes for the Petique, another campus shop offering new pet supplies, toys and miscellaneous animal items for sale. Continued on page 30...

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February Events for WESD 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! I’m Dr. Paul Stanton, the proud Superintendent of the Washington Elementary School District. It’s hard to believe we’re halfway through the school year! We have lots of great events coming up that we would love to share with you. One of the points of pride in WESD is our annual Community Food Drive. This year, the drive begins Monday, Feb. 13 and runs through Friday, Feb. 24 to benefit St. Mary’s Food Bank Alliance. Thanks to the hard work and contributions of our students, staff and community partners, the WESD food drive is St. Mary’s second highest food collection drive, behind the mail carrier drive. Last year, we donated 146,311 pounds of canned food and 3,000 pounds came from the generosity of the Lookout Mountain and Mountain Sky Junior High communities. If you’d like to support the drive, don’t hesitate to drop donations off at Lookout Mountain, Mountain Sky or any WESD school during this time. Questions about getting involved may be directed to Jill Hicks, WESD director of Communications and Public Engagement, at 602-347-2644. Another annual tradition is Read Across America. Now in its 20th year, Read Across America is an annual reading motivation and awareness program sponsored by the National Education Association that calls for every child in every community to celebrate reading on March 2, Theodor Geisel’s birthday – better known to millions as Dr. Seuss. The event’s purpose is to motivate

children to read and focus the country’s attention on the importance of reading. Lookout Mountain’s celebration isn’t complete without the annual character parade, in which students dress as their favorite fictional book character and parade around the campus. Mountain Sky students travel to Lookout to read to students. Guest readers are welcome at all WESD schools. If you would like to take part in this celebration, please contact Pam Horton, crisis and communications coordinator, at 602-347-2694. Another February event to make note of is our Teacher Interview Fair Saturday, February 25 from 8:30 a.m. to noon at the Administrative Center, 4650 W. Sweetwater Ave. We’ve already offered contracts for next school year to ensure that we have certified and experienced teachers in the classroom. As I mentioned last month, Arizona is facing a severe teacher shortage and we are doing all we can to ensure quality teachers in our classrooms. If you know a soon-to-be graduate or a teacher in another district looking to make a change, have him or her contact Lydia Garcia in our Human Resources Department at 602-347-2622. Finally, I wanted to acknowledge a few recent activities and achievements at Lookout Mountain and Mountain Sky. Last month, Lookout Mountain hosted an exciting and engaging STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) Night aimed at showcasing the enrichment activities available to students after school through the Lookout Mountain Academy program. There are a variety of choices for students and it was wonderful to see our students and their families engaged in these handson activities. I also wanted to congratulate the student athletes at Mountain Sky Junior High. The eighth grade boys basketball team advanced to the junior high state championship and the wrestling team won the District championship for the 23rd year in a row. We know our students’ interests are wide-ranging and that variety is important to student success. We are proud to offer programs that meet the needs and interests of all our students. 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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The AHS, a 501-C3 nonprofit organization operating recently with a $14 million, is the state’s largest animal welfare-and-protection agency taking in sick and injured pets, then rehabilitating them for adoption, according to its website. It’s been in operation for nearly 60 years and is not to be confused with Maricopa County Animal Care and Control, a governmental subdivision offering similar services. Among its many Sunnyslope programs are ones the public doesn’t readily see, or perhaps even knows exist there. Have you heard of the Second Chance Animal Trauma Hospital? Staff veterinarians and veterinary technicians performed about 8,000 surgeries there in 2016, Goebel says. Its emergency animal medical technicians responded Valleywide to some 6,300 animal cruelty calls answered in 2016. In addition, the AHS works closely with area law-enforcement officials in abuse and cruelty cases. “They’re very passionate about what they do,” Goebel says. “More than two thirds of the animals who come to us are sick or injured or strays who need medical treatment.” Also, the campus is the main hub for the animal fostering program that “allows us to treat more pets,” she says. Injured animals in need of a place to heal will be placed in the fostering program, to “give them the time they need to heal … or grow or to gain weight.” All medicine and treatments a pet would need for recovery are provided without charge to the foster person or family. When rehabilitated, the pet is returned to the campus to be put up for adoption. In addition, to its Sunnyslope adoption center, the AHS offers a realm of programs and projects there and at its other Valley sites whose aim is to provide the best outcomes for pets. They include: The New Hope animal program: AHS will offer adoptable animals Maricopa County Animal Care and Control and some statewide rural shelters has exchanged with it. Project Safe House: Offering human abuse victims the option for temporary placement of their animals. Project Active Duty: Offering members of the U.S. Armed Forces being deployed overseas a foster home for a pet for up to four years. The Pet Resource Center: Informing pet owners of the range of available options before a pet would need to be surrendered. “It’s been pretty remarkable ever since we implemented it,“ Goebel says. Prior to its start three years ago, the AHS received about 48,000 surrendered animals. Since implementation, that intake number has dropped by 57%. Basic veterinary services; low-cost spay-and-neuter services; weekly Friday lowcost vaccination services .

A range of volunteering opportunities to match a person with an animal in need. “The Arizona Humane Society has helped transform animal welfare in our community through a variety of life-saving programs,” says Dr. Steve Hansen, VMD, the AHS president and chief executive officer. “We are committed to not only treating the most challenging medical cases, but are equally committed to providing resources to the community, as showcased by our Pet Resource Center and affordable veterinary clinics for the public, in an effort to keep pets in their homes with their loving owners.” Also as part of that effort, the Moon Valley Tattler features a monthly AHS adoption spotlight pet. The range of AHS opportunities and information can be found on its website, www.azhumane.org

AHS Adoption Spotlight Meet Cricket The Arizona Humane Society’s Emergency Animal Medical Technicians™ are essentially pet paramedics who are specially trained to rescue injured strays off the streets. Last week, EAMTs responded to over 60 calls including one for Cricket. The pint-sized Chihuahua had a large laceration on her leg and was yelping in pain alongside of the road and was treated by the medical team at the Arizona Humane Society. The 5-pound pup has rebounded well and is proving to be an affectionate dog who appreciates cuddle time and serves as an excellent lap warmer. Much quicker that she looks, the 7-year-old can dash across a room and leap onto the couch in seconds flat. She’s also been known to drag around her favorite stuffed toys, many of which are twice as big as she is. Meet Cricket at the Arizona Humane Society’s Sunnyslope Campus located at 9226 N. 13th Avenue in Phoenix. Her adoption fee is $120 and includes her spay surgery, medical treatment, and vaccinations. For more information call 602.997.7585 and ask for animal number A550404. Cricket may have been adopted by the time you visit the shelter but there are hundreds of other pets in need of loving homes. See them all by visiting azhumane.org.

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•4 Bed/2 Bath •2,066 Sq. Ft. •Spacious Master Suite •Open Kitchen •Priced at $296,000

Contact Jackie Briggs

1.55 ACRE ESTATE

Jackie Briggs jackiebriggs.com/5528925

ACCEPTING BACK-UP OFFERS! 20228 N. 17th Pl

401 W. Gleneagles Dr •4 Bed/4 Bath •5,028 Sq. Ft. •Golf Course Lot •Remodeled •Pool

•Lowest-priced home in Scarlett Canyon subdivision •1,511sf 3 Bed/2 Bath •Open Floorplan •Priced at $276,300

Susan Mukai

Jackie Briggs jackiebriggs.com/5534794

susanmukai.com/5363898

RESORT-STYLE BACKYARD

1% DOWN PAYMENT AVAILABLE

307 W. Gleneagles Dr

221 W. Sweetwater Ave

•4 Bed/3 Bath •2,907 Sq. Ft. •Golf Course Lot •Mountain Views •Pool

•4 Bed/2 Bath •2,581 Sq. Ft. •Backs to Preserve with Mountain Views & Pool •Heritage Highlands

Contact Dave Dix davedix@longrealty.com

COMING SOON

JUST LISTED

20813 N. 16th Dr

16036 N. 11th Ave #1097

•3 Bed converted to 2 Bed + Den. 3 Bed easily restored. •2 Bath •1756sf + 100sf bonus room •Huge Corner Lot •Priced at $245,000

Susan Mukai susanmukai.com/5552045

CUL-DE-SAC LOT

•3 Bed/2.5 Bath •1,650 Sq. Ft. •Spacious Master Suite •Granite Counters •Priced at $232,500

Contact Jackie Briggs jackie@azsoldhomes.com

GATED COMMUNITY

Why List with Long Realty The FOX Group? • Dedicated REALTORS® specializing in Moon Valley and surrounding areas. • Local office at 7th St. and Thunderbird, inside the Dunkin Donuts Building. • Your property showcased and flyers displayed inside Dunkin Donuts. • Maximum exposure of your home through Open Houses and REALTOR Tours. • Work with agents who live in Moon Valley and support our schools and community events.

Your Local Moon Valley Real Estate Specialists

Dave Dix 602.686.1503

Jackie Briggs 602.717.4844

Susan Mukai 602.550.2427

678 East Thunderbird Road • Phoenix, AZ 85022 Independently Owned and Operated.

Tudie Frank-Johnson 602.315.1086