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Taylor King - Humanitarian Trip to Tonga B Y TAY L O R K I N G

This summer I had the opportunity to travel to Tonga with a group of kids from all over the country. It was one of the coolest experiences of my entire life. The culture in Tonga is not what I originally anticipated. When we first arrived in the country, we drove through fields of palm trees and little houses. The homes there are nothing near our luxuries. They’re extremely small and modest. Most of them do not have doors. Most people walk around without shoes and appear to be pretty dirty. My first thought was, “how sad that

these people have to live like this”, but I was completely wrong. The people of Tonga are the HAPPIEST and FRIENDLIEST people I have ever come in contact with. Driving through the town, people just smile and wave! Others greet you with a “Fefe Hake!” Which means “hey, how are you?!” It was nearly impossible to be in a bad mood while I was there. Tongans are extremely humble. We visited a man who was going through some tough times, and all he could do was apologize for not having anything to give us. Our main service project was to build a home for a family of 6 boys, 1 girl, and the parents. They were previously living in a little wooden shack with palm leaves and trash bags as their roof.

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Pointe Tapatio Hiker Lives to Talk About It B Y S U S A N M E R C E R H I N R I C H S , R E P O R T E R , T H E M O O N VA L L E Y TAT T L E R

He created a recipe for a potential disaster. • Take one solo hiker. • Add in the fact no one knew where he was going exactly. • Mix in a cell phone that had just one bar of connectivity in time of need. • Fold in some steep terrain on a cold-to-cool January day. • Sprinkle the mixture with some loose rocks on an 8% grade. This was a seemingly terrible recipe. But he left out one key ingredient: inexperience. But what a great ingredient to omit. Its very lack proved to be what possibly saved his life. Pointe Tapatio retiree Rick Kamel possessed the critical hiking know-how that allowed him to live through a harrowing experience. So he lives to share his story about what could have been an untimely end to his time on this planet. “It was the fastest and hardest I’ve ever fallen,” Kamel says of his tumble during a descent from Turtlehead Peak in the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, about 35 miles west of downtown Las Vegas, NV. “I stayed in control; I never panicked. I knew the best way to get off that mountain was to stay calm.” The former Michigan and Chicago resident credits some five decades of hiking experience leading him to become “very prepared.” So turn back the hands of time to that January day. Kamel says he felt ready for Turtlehead Peak hike.

Those many years of personal training for what is described as a difficult, strenuous climb, in hiking literature, assisted him in climbing up to the mountain’s summit, with an elevation gain of 2000 feet from its base. Kamel works out regularly with free weights; logs in about 35 miles of weekly hiking in and around our Valley of the Sun, among other locales, and he does yoga, too. In addition, he says he’d already hiked Turtlehead Peak with a group of mountaineering enthusiasts. And for this excursion, he says he felt “more than confident in my ability to reach the peak,” during the course of his annual personal physical-fitness assessment. Starting out on a somewhat overcast, 24-degree Fahrenheit morning that January 14th Thursday, The former journalist and public-relations agency executive says the climb up the mountain was a good exercise and that he felt confident in his trekking abilities. He says he’d brought all the provisions an

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experienced hiker would need, in anticipation of anything going wrong, all tucked into a bright red backpack: Plenty of water; two smoke flares, two kinds of LED lights; a first-aid kit; a multi-purpose knife; regular road flares; and a complete set of warm clothing, just in case he found himself stranded in cool or cold temperatures for an extended period. “If I injured myself, I didn’t want to go into shock,” he says, anticipating any incident. Kamel navigated the desertmountainous peak’s “very steep” descent with his usual experience assisting his every step. The day had turned sunny by the time his right-foot boot caught some small rocks. “It was almost like walking on little ball bearings,” Kamel says of the cause of his tumble. He fell backward, saw the sole of that right boot and then felt numbness in his right leg. With time, the numbness turned into pain and swelling. He suspected he’d fractured a bone. His goal: “What’s the best way to get off the mountain?” Kamel asked himself. “To stay in control as much as possible.”

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Their house was surrounded with mud and the children were covered in mud, with cuts and scrapes all over their bodies. The first couple days of work were extremely difficult. Sifting sand and mixing cement is a lot harder than it looks. However, as soon as we started to lay the bricks, work started to speed up. We worked for 8 hours every day for two weeks. The time flew and by the second week, all the kids who were going to live in the house started to help us build. It was so much fun. The youth their loved the palongi (white people) and kept asking us to take pictures with them! We had dance parties nearly every night and when we didn’t, we would go to fun youth activities and build some of the best relationships with the sweetest people. The last day of work was bitter sweet. We finished the house and all gathered inside to give the family the house and say goodbye. Tears filled my eyes as the mother thanked us for building them a home. She explained that when it rained, they had to move out of their house because it would flood. It rained about 40% of the three weeks while I was there, so that hit me pretty hard. Although the work wasn’t easy,

But his cell phone had just one bar showing connectivity. Fortunately, he was able to reach Clark County, NV, dispatchers to describe his situation and where he was located. In the interim, Kamel consumed water frequently to avoid going into dehydration or shock. Some three hours later, rescuers in a helicopter reached him and transported the unfortunate hiker to a hospital, where his ankle was outfitted with some pins and his broken tibia was dressed with a thigh-to-foot cast. “They (the rescuers) said I was the ‘best-prepared person’ they’d ever rescued,” the hiker says. Optimistic, he sought the silver lining in his excursion, which eventually popped into his mind during recuperation and healing back home at Pointe Tapatio. Kamel decided he wanted to speak publicly about his incident. The thought led to his giving a seminar at the North Mountain Visitor Center about hiking preparedness. “My goal is to provide those who attend this workshop detailed insight into the strategies and tactics I used to facilitate a safe, speedy and smooth rescue,” Kamel wrote in a seminar description. “My hope is by telling my story, I will offer meaningful insight should a disabling trail mishap befall others.” He also has written articles published in The Arizona Republic and in an Arizona outdoor magazine. But the salient question remains: Would he do it again? During the first three or six months after his tumble, that answer would have been, “No,” the trekker says. But with more time and mending on his side, the possibility of conquering Turtlehead Peak remains potent. Kamel can be reached at rickkamel13@gmail.com. it was most definitely worth it. I had to take a step back to realize that the things I complain about on a day to day basis are pointless and generally unimportant. The things we stress about and place so much importance on is not what life is about. Being amongst the Tongans, I realized that it’s the people in our lives that make us happy, it’s NOT the things we have. I realized how much happier we can be when we are serving others instead of worrying about what we can do for ourselves. Lastly, I learned gratitude from watching this sweet family express their love and appreciation for what had been done. I am so grateful to have had this experience; it was life changing in many ways. I would definitely do it all over again if I could.

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Trapped In Moon Valley LET TER FROM THE EDITOR I love Fall…. And for many reasons: Football, school starts, the weather changes, wool clothes (well sort of….) and Crock-Pot cooking! Yes, I said Crock-Pot cooking. Crock-Pots were first patented in the 1940s, inspired by the stews of a Jewish Lithuanian grandmother; the Crock-Pot brand popularized it in the early ’70s. By the time that decade was done, it looked as though the slow-cooker fad was, too. Sales of crock pots plummeted. Goodbye, chicken fricassee. I have always loved slow cooking; I remember my first semester of college in the very cold Adirondack’s in Upstate State New York at Paul Smith’s College. My mother had packed this little electric hot water pot, and apples were in great abundance that year. I cut them up, added those little packs of sugar I had stuffed in my pockets from the dining hall as well as finding a shaker of cinnamon on the French toast bar, I improvised and it worked. The halls were filled with sweet smelling homemade applesauce…. That little 2 cup machine was just not enough, especially when the smells reached the boys dorm up the hill. That might just be the very reason I love my Crock-Pots, the smells that warm your home, knowing that in a few hours, something delicious will be melting in your mouth and filling your belly. I really do not have a favorite dish, although one of my husband’s favorite is just roast beef, potatoes, carrots and onions, cooking all day, falling apart with its great own gravy smoldering in the bottom. Now, isn’t your mouth watering … My niece who has recently moved out on her own to attend college at ASU, this week told me how she was just too busy to cook. I’m heading out today, to buy her a new Crock-Pot, a few groceries and print off a few of my easy, favorite dishes for her to start her relationship with a helping hand in the kitchen, with one of my favorite kitchen helpers. Just toss it all in, come home from classes with a great meal waiting, and plenty of leftovers for the next few days. Not to mention, how she will impress her roommates and hungry boyfriend. So many of the friends tell me, hell no, I never use a slow cooker, never have never will….. But I encourage you to give the slow cooker a chance. After all, it is really just simmering and braising, right? And plenty of classic dishes are the product of a good, patient simmer. Bon appetite.

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Water Solution for MVCC & Preparedness B Y D E B R A S TA R K , CO U N C I LW O M A N I know many residents remain concerned about the water issues at Moon Valley Country Club. I want you to know that I continue to have discussions with city of Phoenix staff as well as involved parties to attempt to find a solution. As soon as I have a specific update to share I will do so. Please join me for the next Phoenix Council District 3 coffee chat at 8 a.m. on Thursday, September 22 at O.H.S.O. Brewery - Paradise Valley at 10810 North Tatum Boulevard, #126, Phoenix, Arizona 85028. Our special guest speaker will be Jon Lane, owner of three O.H.S.O. locations in the Valley. He will be speaking from a local business owner’s perspective about his experiences working with the city of Phoenix to open his businesses, adaptive reuse and the craft beer industry. Light refreshments will be provided. We hope you, your family members and neighbors can attend. September is National Preparedness Month. If you live in Phoenix and want to make sure that you and your family are well prepared in the event of a natural disaster

or other emergency please visit phoenix.gox/ready for helpful information including “8 Signs of Terrorism”, a storms/monsoons resources page, helpful emergency hotline phone number and more. Also if you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency please call 911 and for non-emergency police assistance please call 602-262-6151. If you are concerned about trash, high weeds, dead trees, graffiti, deteriorated fences, open/vacant properties or other blight issues at a home or business in your neighborhood you are encouraged to let the city of Phoenix’s Neighborhood Services Department know by phone at 602-262-7844 and by email at blight@phoenix.gov. The department has also been running a series of free code compliance classes where residents can find out more about the city’s compliance process. The next one will be at 6 p.m. on October 5 at John F. Long Family Services Center at 3454 North 51st Avenue, Phoenix, Arizona 85031. To register please call 602-534-4444. Debra Stark | Councilwoman, City of Phoenix, Council District 3 602-262-7441 council.district.3@phoenix.gov

The Bottom Line: Keep Flossing! BY AARON VERBARG, DDS The Associated Press dropped news this month that many would consider a gift: Little evidence exists that flossing actually does anything!…….Whaaaaaat??? But wait, before you excitedly toss your floss, let’s determine if not flossing is a good idea. The US government has recommended flossing for nearly four decades. According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, which is sent out every 5 years, all recommendations have to be grounded in evidence. When the federal government issued its latest dietary guidelines this year, the flossing recommendation had been removed. The government acknowledged to the Associated Press that the effectiveness had not been researched as required, but done with studies involving too few subjects over too little time. So why does my dentist keep recommending flossing as part of my daily dental routine?? In the wake of the revelations, the American Dental Association (ADA) has stood its ground. Not flossing daily comes in sharp contrast to recommendations from basically every major dental hygiene organization including the ADA and the American Academy of Periodontology. Regardless of weak scientific evidence and brief duration of studies, Wayne Aldredge, DMD, president of the American Academy of Periodontology, urges patients to floss to help avoid gingivitis and gum disease. The lack of evidence is nothing new, so while the effectiveness isn’t proven,

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FREE GAIN EVENT BY BRET ALDIERI, MVNA PRESIDENT Moon Valley, Saturday, October 8th (10AM – 1PM) @ Moon Valley Country Club - MVNA has a big fall event planned for October 8th and with falling temperatures, it’s a great time to bring your family out to meet your Moon Valley neighbors including your MVNA board and some of your local community leaders and groups. It’s our 5th annual G.A.I.N. event! G.A.I.N. stands for Getting Arizona Involved in Neighborhoods and is a Phoenix Police Department community outreach program. This is a fun event and a great opportunity to meet your local police from Black Mountain Precinct and fire department personnel. We are expecting S.W.A.T and local fire department to bring their equipment and tools of the trade for display. But there’s so much more. Additional fun activities planned are as follows. There are free arts and crafts activities and a DJ to provide us with festive music. We will have a bouncy house, pumpkin coloring, plant potting, face painting, and a balloon creating clown for the kids. For the adults, we plan to display teardrop campers, old cars, jeeps, and a fire engine from the Hall of Flame plus an old police squad car from the Police Museum. Bales of straw backdrop will be arranged for family photos, just in time for your holiday photos. The Arizona Humane society will have pets for adoption, Arizona Fish and Game will display some exotic animals, Walgreens will be offering flu shots, and there is much, much more. The MVNA board will be once again cooking up burgers and hot dogs for lunch to benefit The 100 Club (to support families of fallen police and fire personnel). In addition, we will host a silent auction of donated items and a 50/50 raffle to also benefit The 100 club. There are also available FREE services like Shred-a-thon and Drug Take Back (no sharpies) that will be hosted in the parking lot just prior to GAIN (NOTE: Shred-a-thon only available from 7AM until 10 AM that morning). Come join us for a day of fun in the sun! We welcome our surrounding community residents to attend; this is a fun event for the entire family. MVNA thanks the Moon Valley Country Club for their continued support and in hosting this annual event in their parking lot. Frequent our website for community events and to register for weekly email of top local stories and events: http://moonvalleyna.org/. Get & stay connected with our unique Moon Valley community. Moon Valley – Neighbors helping Neighbors

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Join Anytime Fitness of Moon Valley and Elements Massage (7th St and Bell) for a free workout in Moon Valley Park (502 W Coral Gables) on Saturday, October 1 at 9:00 AM. Our Certified Personal Trainers will lead us through proper warm ups and stretching followed by a series of full body exercises. We will have trainers individually showing beginner, intermediate, and advanced techniques for each position and exercise - so there is no reason not join us. As an added benefit Elements Massage will also provide massage chairs and Certified Massage Therapists. All participants will receive a certificate for a free 30-minute massage from Elements. A raffle will be held for free 60-minute massages and another winner will receive a Six Month Free Membership at Anytime Fitness. Just pre-register through Facebook @Anytime Fitness Moon Valley or at the park on the day of the event. Meet our Trainers | Mike Elrod- He specializes in sport specific strength and conditioning with a concentration in plyometrics, body fat / inch loss, body sculpting / toning, dramatic physique alteration and lifestyle coaching. He employs powerfully effective nutritional programs and guidance with ongoing support.that have equaled great success for those clients that follow through! Nick Johnston- He holds a bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology and is a certified strength and conditioning specialist through the National Strength and Conditioning Association. Nick has spent the last two years working as a physical therapy tech where he helped develop a fitness and metabolic program. He has a passion for helping people, not only return to good health, but to excel in their fitness aspirations. Jami Henry- She is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from Midwestern University. Currently a personal trainer through American College of Sports Medicine, she is eager to share her knowledge with others while continuing to learn and grow in the fitness industry. Her goal is to give clients the tools to become successful, confident, and self-motivated in order make this journey a lifelong one.

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RAGBRAI 2016

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REGISTER’S ANNUAL GREAT BICYCLE RIDE ACROSS IOWA- RAGBRAI is sponsored by the Des Moines Register every year, towards the end of July, riding west to east with a different route chosen each year. This year’s route was through the more picturesque rolling hills of southern Iowa beginning at Glenwood on to Shenandoah, Creston, Leon, Centerville, Ottumwa, Washington, and ending in Muscatine. Since I only rode one day, and I’m Leon, my day needed to include Leon. So my partner, Paul Hay, and I rode Wednesday from Leon to Centerville, approximately 65 – 70 miles in about six hours. We went through Garden Grove, where I met my Sunday school teacher, formerly of Phoenix, from about 50 years ago. Then on to Humeston, Cambria, Millerton, New York, Bethlehem, and Confidence. There was a sign that said you were in Confidence but had only three buildings and a large cemetery…guess that’s where all the

people went. Next on to Walnut City, Mystic and finishing in Centerville. There were 12,000 + riders with lots of good Midwest food along the way. We indulged in deep fried individual Amish fruit pies and homemade ice cream. At one point a deer started towards crossing the road. That could have been very bad but a quick loud cry from my riding partner sent it back into the woods. OH Deer! What a mess that could have been. Ever seen or try to imagine bicycle dominos?!? Road hazards are repaired or removed prior to the ride. Except for the long downhill around a curve into Centerville ending with railroad tracks. Thankfully the three emergency vehicles that awaited were not needed and we successfully and safely finished our ride. It was a great ride through the, this year green with plenty of rain, rolling hills of southern Iowa.

OUR NEIGHBORHOOD TREASURE: THE NORTH MOUNTAIN VISITOR CENTER Conrad Egge, volunteer at NMVC

We are so fortunate to be situated at the base of our beautiful Phoenix Mountain Preserve which came into existence in the 1970s under the leadership and guidance of the Save Our Mountains Foundation (SOMF). Adding to our good fortune are the amenities and opportunities offered at the North Mountain Visitor Center which is located just down the street at 12950 N. 7th Street. The Center was opened in 2005 by the City of Phoenix, but was shuttered in April of 2010 due to the recession. It reopened in January of 2011 as a non-profit organization operated by SOMF. Other supporting partners include: Phoenix Mountains Preservation Council, Central Arizona Mountain Rescue Association, and Arizona Parks and Recreation Association. The Center is operated solely by volunteer staff. The opportunities at the Center to learn about and enjoy our Mountain Preserve are far too numerous to mention here. Go. Visit. Find out for yourself all the great things about this backyard treasure. You needn’t be a hiker to enjoy the beauty of our Sonoran Desert. You can enjoy views from the beautiful, sail-shaded bird-blind specifically constructed for visitors to sit and enjoy the birds and wildlife of the area. Or simply relax with family and friends in the covered Margaret Hance Pavilion. The interactive displays and library resources inside the Center can make a pleasurable morning or afternoon for both kids and adults. Many parents and grandparents enroll their children in the Guppie Reading Program that contains a variety of children’s books. Come in and check it out. The Center is definitely dog-friendly for well behaved dogs that are leashed. We also have one cat that is a frequent visitor and keep t-r-e-a-t-s for either at the information desk. The Gift Shoppe offers an abundance of treasures including handmade jewelry by local artisans, numerous books, rocks, Navajo rugs, trail maps, greeting cards and paintings. We also have a selection of vintage items for sale. It is well-stocked with tee shirts, caps and hats and many other items. You might consider bringing your holiday shopping list in one

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day. There are a large number of beautiful photographs of desert wildlife in and around the area taken by a local photographer that are available for purchase framed or unframed. Guided hikes in and around Arizona are also available. A variety of beverages and snacks are available for purchase. If you haven’t already, drop by for Coffee Saturdays held on the 1st, 3rd and 5th Saturday of each month. Enjoy a wide variety of live music while you sip cold or hot beverages and munch on pastries and fresh fruits. Check out the Brown Bag Workshop Series where you can learn about many things that pertain to our desert environment. There are classes offered on silversmithing, dog behavior modification strategies, dog hiking tips, yoga and other topics, some of which are hands-on. Find out about rental spaces available for groups and a variety of activities. We are fortunate that a number of businesses and organizations find our spaces perfect for their uses. We have the large educational room, 2 classrooms, the great room, and a covered outdoor patio that are available. Finally, now that summer is on the wane, mark your calendar for the annual Music in the Mountains event on October 8 and 9. Come and enjoy an array of local musicians, food and beverages, and bid on items in our silent auction. There will be drawings for some great prizes including gifts, music CDs and more. Your participation will help raise funds to continue the maintenance of and the support of this backyard treasure. If you are interested in donating items for the silent auction, we are looking for new or gently used items. Many people donate dinners at various restaurants, paintings or gift certificates from a variety of vendors. Contact the Visitor Center for more information on what items would be appropriate at the website below. While you are there, check out the events calendar. For more information and updates on current events, check out: http://www. northmountainvisitorcenter.org/

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DESIGN SOLUTIONS BY ROBERT ALAN MINOR Looking back, it wasn’t all that long ago that the available options in tile were limited at best. Natural stone consisted of a handful of polished marbles primarily reserved for those homeowners with deep pockets and formal settings. Boy, have times changed. Fast forward a couple of decades and the tiles at our disposal are mind boggling to say the least. What we once thought of as simply “ceramic” tile now encompasses widely diverse selections in porcelain, glass, leather, cork, terra cotta, terrazzo, metal and natural stone. Average sizes range from 1” x 1” mosaics to 24” x 24” and rectangular shapes. When you factor into the mix the endless array of decorative lines, accent pieces, mosaics and the trend towards customization, it may just leave your head spinning. One of the benefits of having this enormous variety is that you can achieve virtually any look you can imagine. You can create a stark, clean contemporary look; a rugged dark aged look; or, a formal traditional look. With all these options, you can design and personalize your home in your own distinct style Ceramic & Porcelain tile Pros: Available in an enormous variety of colors, sizes, shapes, finishes, patterns and textures. Glazed ceramic & porcelain flooring will not fade, rot or stain, scratch or burn. Nor do they harbor bacteria or odors. They are extremely durable, easy to install and maintain. Some of the more expensive tiles mimic natural stone, and you can easily be fooled by their authentic look and feel. I prefer using an 18” x 18” or 12” x 24” tiles, this gives less of a checkerboard effect and there is less grout to worry about cleaning! A benefit of a solid color body porcelain product is that it is fired at a higher temperature making it harder and less fragile. The color is throughout the entire tile and not on the surface as opposed to a glazed tile. Cons: Can be cold or hard underfoot. Stay away from highly textured or “sand paper” type finishes because they tend to attract dirt and are harder to keep clean. I also tend to shy away from a finish that is too glossy for they can prove to be slippery when wet. Your best bet is a satin finish with little texture. While glazed ceramic or porcelain tile do not require topical sealing, remember that all grout should be sealed with a high quality sealant. Glazed ceramic tile is not as popular in high-end homes. Homeowners at this level prefer natural products or a solid color body porcelain tile. Travertine Stone Pros: Offered in a wide variety of colors, sizes, textures, patterns and finishes to create numerous styles ranging from contemporary to old world. Tiles can be factory filled, eliminating natural holes and pits inherent to this type of product. If the tiles are unfilled, your installer will be able to fill these when he grouts your floor. Travertine is very “forgiving” when it comes to normal maintenance, and acquires a patina over the years with use. Sweep and vacuum regularly. When mopping or hand cleaning use a neutral ph cleaner or stone soap as needed. I’ve also had great results with just clear water and a few drops of dish soap. Travertine is reasonable in cost, but there are differences in quality. Choose a first quality stone product from a reputable dealer. Cons: Soft, porous travertine can scratch, etch and stain much more easily that some harder natural stone products. Travertine must be sealed with a high quality penetrating sealer. Spills should be cleaned as soon as possible. This natural stone has been around for centuries, and it has endured! Minor scratches usually even out and become less noticeable with use as the PATINA develops. Since this is a natural product, be prepared for a range of color differences in each tile. If you are looking for consistent color, this product is not for you. When selecting travertine look at about 8 tiles to get a feel for color and shading differences. Grout The day of chalky, porous and hard to clean grout is gone. New technology has made vast improvements in grouting systems that incorporate new additives and pigments to improve color consistency, mottling, efflorescence and STAIN RESISTENCE. Exciting new grout colors are available to match or complement any tile or stone. 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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Get Your Child Into a Sport That Will Last a Lifetime! Gold Key Tennis Academy The new fall junior tennis program is now available. Sessions run for 4 weeks and are available for ages 4 to 18. We offer classes for the beginner up to the advanced tournament player. More information is available at club's website or stop by the club anytime. After school and weekend classes are available.

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The State of Arizona provides an actual tax credit for several types of donations. Unlike a tax deduction, these programs actually reduce your state taxes dollar for dollar. These credits are often misunderstood. You do not have to owe money on your state tax return to benefit. For example, let’s say you have total taxes on your Arizona returns of $2,500 and you had $3,500 withheld, so you are expecting a $1,000 refund. You make a qualified donation of $2,000 and your refund becomes $3,000. You get the entire donation back! There are five types of credits: Private School Tuition Organization There are actually two of these. One is a regular plan for any student and one to benefit students who have transferred from public to private schools. You can nominate a child to receive your funding, as long as it is not your own child. The maximum amount that qualifies for these credits is $2,134 for a married couple. Contributions of Fees to Public Schools You can give to your local public school to cover fees for students in the school and you can designate the student(s) to benefit. The maximum on this one is $400 per married couple. Contributions to Qualified Charities The Department of Revenue has a list of charities that benefit the working poor. A donation to one or more of these organizations gets you a credit of up to $800 for a married couple. Qualified Foster Care Charitable Organization These organizations, which are listed on the Department of Revenue site, provide qualified foster care services and services to under age 21 persons in transitional independent living programs. The maximum credit for this program is $800 per married couple. Of course you should talk to your tax advisor to see how this credit can benefit you personally, but do not miss this opportunity to save a significant amount of your state taxes.

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Moon Valley Magic Lies in Names

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 We have names for all of our positions in life. They are names that identify us. Sometimes our names give us meaning and purpose, like nicknames that speak a love language others don’t understand. At school, students every year ask me if they can call me “Mrs. E” because Mrs. Erbstoesser takes so long and I’m a stickler about “Mrs” which adds 2 more syllables to an already long and difficult surname. The answer is, “No.” I explain it like this: “I’ve been a ‘Mrs’ longer than I was ever a ‘Miss’ and quite frankly, I’ve earned the title of ‘Mrs’… furthermore, if you start calling me “Mrs. E” you will get sloppy and turn it into “Miss E” and then “Missy” which is a nickname for Melissa and my name is Debbie. Besides, if you don’t learn to say my name, neither will your parents. ANNNND, someday when one of my boys is famous, you’ ll be able to tell everyone how to pronounce our name correctly!” They all just stare at me in a stupor and never ask again. So, what gets me on the topic of names is my dad. He died on my 32nd wedding anniversary last month. I didn’t call him “Dad” for many years, because he’d given me up for adoption. I met him when I was 18 and for 14 years, another man had earned the title ‘Dad’. He was a good man and I didn’t want to hurt his feelings, but he’s been gone for 26 years now and it started to feel so right to call my biological father “Dad”. You would’ve thought I’d bestowed a medal of some enormous worth on him when I started calling him Dad. He was so happy. I didn’t realize how much it meant to him, changing his name from Joe to Dad, but I’m glad I did it before he died. I loved him. He was my dad, even though he hadn’t raised me. We got to know each other well and became very close. He taught me how to use tools and be braver than I already was by saying, “The worse they can say is No!” But he was too bold, even for me! We were constantly discovering things about each other that had to have been hereditary, since I could not have ‘learned’ it from him. He battled cancer for 10 long years, fighting it like the stubborn man he was. That would be something else I inherited. (Not every trait I got from him was good.) Without realizing it, my final gift to my father was just a name.

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TRAVELING TATTLER My wife, Linda, and I recently returned from a wonderful fourteen day Mediterranean Cruise. After one night in Athens, we toured the Acropolis, the Parthenon, the Acropolis Museum and saw the original Olympic Stadium before boarding the beautiful Royal Princess cruise ship. It is a large ship and there were 4,069 passengers aboard plus another 1,300 crew members during our cruise. Ports of call included Santorini, Mykonos and Corfu in Greece. We also took a ferry boat to the island of Delos to tour ruins from 2,500 years ago. We then went to Kotor and Budva which are both in Montenegro. They are small cities but have beautiful cathedrals and other buildings with amazing architecture. After a day at sea, we docked in Palermo and had a most interesting tour of the Catacombs where 8,000 bodies are entombed and you see their skeletons with clothes included. After Palermo, we visited Rome which is an hour and a half bus ride from the port city of Civitavecchia. In Rome we were impressed by our visit to the Colosseum, the Sistine Chapel and the Vatican Museums. We covered a lot of history during our ten hour tour and then it was back to the ship by bus. Our next stop was Pisa where I climbed the 257 steps to the top of the Leaning Tower which was fun and provided nice views of the other beautiful architecture in the area. From Pisa we went to Florence and had a nice lunch overlooking the beautiful city. Our next stop was Monte Carlo which has been on my bucket list for a long time. It is as beautiful, clean and historic as advertised. We witnessed the changing of the guard at the Palace and went from there to the Monte Carlo Casino. It was free to go in the lobby but they charge ten euros to enter the main casino—of course we paid the entrance fee and it was well worth it. The casino is old, immaculate and simply elegant. Our tour guide told us to hide our cameras because picture taking was not allowed inside. However, we entered before gaming started later in the day so I was able to take photos and took a lot of them. There were several fancy cars in the area of the casino including Rolls Royces and Ferraris. We also saw several large yachts in the harbor—wealth is definitely on display in Monte Carlo. After Monte Carlo, we docked in the port city of Toulon, France and went from there by bus to Aix-en-Provence which is a university city. We spent time walking around the city center and had a nice lunch at an outdoor café. Again, the architecture alone is worth seeing. After a day at sea, we docked in Gibraltar which is dominated by the Rock of Gibraltar. We rode a cable car to the top of the Rock and toured the siege tunnels which were constructed mainly by the British Army. It is hard to believe they were able to construct miles of tunnels in the Rock many, many years ago. Obviously, it took a long time to do so. We enjoyed seeing several Barbary Apes (monkeys) which inhabit the Rock—quite entertaining. From Gibraltar we went to Valencia, Spain which is another beautiful port city. This was our only stop where we didn’t have an organized tour. Instead, we went to the city center by taxi with our new friends and dinner companions, Wayne and Pina Budd, who are from near Sydney, Australia. We had a fun day exploring at our own pace. Our taxi ride back to the ship was also exciting as our driver thought he was in a Formula 1 race! Our final stop before heading home was in Barcelona, Spain. We spent two nights there and very much enjoyed a Flamenco Dancing performance the first night. The next day we spent many hours along with Wayne and Pina touring the city on the Hop On Hop Off Bus. It was a great way to experience Barcelona which really is a beautiful city. We thoroughly enjoyed this Mediteranean Cruise and Linda recently said she would do it all over again with different tours in the various ports.

AGING BABY BOOMERS BY TOM SERTICH, KIRK DEVELOPMENT Kirk Development Company has, throughout its 38 years in business, always tried to stay ahead of the remodeling market. We do this by monitoring various segments of the population and consistently adjusting the way we do business. One of the segments we are constantly monitoring is the “Baby Boomers”. We, the “Baby Boomer” generation, are the largest segment of the population and have always driven the American economy. • When we were first born the diaper and baby buggy industries boomed. • When we were pre-teens the red wagon, hula hoop, and doll industries boomed. • When we were teens blue jeans and poodle skirts were big. We Baby Boomers are now entering our 60’s and 70’s and have created another new industry. • Our knees (remember that great tackle you made or the ’35 Chevy that fell off the jack) are giving us trouble. • Our hands (after working for 40 years) are not as agile as they once were. • Our bones (just because they do) are getting brittle. We Baby Boomers have created the “Aging in Place” industry. This is a service designed to modify our existing living space so that we can live in our home “For Life”. We have brought our family up in this house and we are comfortable in the house and neighborhood; why should we have to move? By calling Kirk Development Company and meeting one of our “Aging In Place Specialist” you can begin to live in your home safely, independently, and comfortable regardless of your age or ability level. Our “Aging in Place Specialist” can solve any number of challenges you have. -Access throughout the house -Access to sinks and cabinets -Access to various appliances -Bath & shower accessories -Creation of “multi-functional” rooms -Fall protection -Exercise Rooms or areas to build endurance and muscle tone The “Aging in Place Specialist” can evaluate your needs. So if you, or someone you love, is having trouble getting around or, in general, having trouble living in the home they want to remain in, call an “Aging in Place Specialist” at 602 944-3658 or go to www.kirkdevco.com for your peace of mind.

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Women's Health: Another Reason to Exercise (Vigorously) WELLNESS IN MOTION BY DR. NICHOLAS WARNER If you think consistent exercise is only good for reducing your risk of developing obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer and myriad other health issues, listen up: For women, particularly middle-aged women who experience frustrating hot flashes during menopause, exercise may reduce those symptoms as well. A pair of studies examined the relationship between exercise and hot flashes suggest vigorous exercise can help menopausal women better manage their hot flashes. Women who exercised had a better ability to regulate their body heat (and thus reduce the intensity of their hot flashes), while also reducing their frequency by more than 60 percent compared to non-exercisers). Women enrolled in the fourmonth research endeavor performed progressively more vigorous exercise, such that by the end of the four-month period, they were jogging / bicycling for 45 minutes a day, five times a week, at a pace that guaranteed they would breathe heavily and sweat. So, why the connection between body heat and hot flashes? Simple: Skin temperature is a common trigger of hot flashes (thus the moniker). During menopause, declining estrogen levels can inhibit a woman’s ability to regulate internal and external temperatures, leading to a sudden feeling of warmth, perspiration, rapid heartbeat, flushed skin and other unpleasant symptoms. If you’re experiencing hot flashes, talk to your doctor about the power of exercise and ask about other natural treatment options that don’t rely on hormone replacement therapy, antidepressants or other medications (all of which come with potential side effects).

KEEP YOUR CAR READY FOR FALL The other morning, as I walked out of the house, I thought I could almost feel just a touch of coolness in the air. Very soon, we’ll be drinking our morning cup of coffee on the patio enjoying the spectacular Fall Phoenix mornings. We have conquered another Phoenix Summer. Now that it is cooling down, we are ready to hit the hiking trails, go offroading, walk those outdoor malls, and just enjoy living here. Whatever you decide to do, you will almost surely drive to get there. There are a few things you need to do to make sure your car is ready for the change of seasons. First, watch those tires! As the weather cools, the air pressure in your tires will drop. The rule of thumb to use is that for every 10 degrees the weather changes, you will need to adjust tire pressure one psi. Low tire pressure causes excessive tire wear and can even cause tread separation. Tread separation can lead to a tire blowout and potentially a crash. So check your tire pressure. Secondly, if you have a slight leak somewhere, when the cold gets here it will generally become a larger leak. To over simplify this, most seals and gaskets are some variation of rubber When it gets cold, the rubber shrinks. This can cause those pesky small drips to become gargantuan oil slicks on your driveway. Go ahead and repair those slight leaks so that you don’t have to spend all weekend ridding your garage of those hideous stains. This theory about rubber shrinking up and becoming more brittle also applies to belts and hoses. Have an ASE certified technician inspect your belts and hoses to make sure they are ready for Winter. Lastly, if you have plans to travel in cold weather, make sure that your brakes, fluids, drivetrain, and preventative maintenance are all in great shape. Not only will you have a more relaxing and enjoyable trip knowing you don’t have to worry about the car breaking down because of some very preventable condition, it is likely that the performance and economy of your car will benefit too. Remember, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Take care of your car this Fall and Winter season and it will take care of you.

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Honor your health, live your best. Inﬂammation: friend and foe

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Inflammation can be both helpful and harmful. Inflammation initiates healing and protecting from some sort of irritant, infection, toxin or trauma. However, Karla Birkholz, MD, HonorHealth wellness medical director, says inflammation also is a root cause of just about every chronic disease. What conditions are linked to chronic inflammation? Allergies, Alzheimer’s disease, arthritis, bowel disease, cancer, cardiovascular disease, depression, diabetes, gum disease and stroke are among the many health conditions initiated or made worse by chronic inflammation.

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What are the signs of inflammation? When fighting an infection, inflammation presents as heat, redness, swelling, pain or loss of function in the affected area. In an otherwise healthy individual, it’s a normal and healthy response. When is inflammation worrisome? When the body is out of balance, usually due to poor lifestyle and occasionally genetic factors, it can’t properly regulate the inflammatory response. Inflammation may become excessive, essentially causing the body to turn on itself. What causes chronic inflammation? Chronic inflammation generally results from lifestyle factors such as poor diet, too little or even too much exercise, stress, not enough sleep, and exposure to toxins in your regular surroundings.

John C. Lincoln Medical Center is a leader in robotic and scarless surgery and has extensive heart and lung services. The hospital is an American College of Surgeons-veriﬁed Level I Trauma Center, a Primary Stroke Center, and an accredited Chest Pain Center. Other services include: ■ A specialty surgery unit to care for orthopedic, urology, neurology and other surgery patients. ■ Inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services. ■ A critical care unit. ■ Interventional radiology. ■ Medical imaging — inpatient and outpatient. ■ An outpatient surgery center.

■ Accredited Primary Stroke Center. ■ Specializing in the care of older adults. National awards and certiﬁcations: ■ 2015 CVICU, PCCU and ICU Beacon Award for Critical Care Excellence. ■ 2015 US News and World Report Top AZ Hospital. ■ 2016 Truven Health Analytics Top 50 Cardiovascular Hospital. ■ 2016 Becker Top 100 Great Community Hospitals. ■ 2016 Comparion Medical Analytics #1 in AZ for Pulmonology. ■ Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence ■ Primary Stroke Center. ■ Certiﬁed Chest Pain Center. ■ Heart Failure Center.

What foods are linked to inflammation? Triggers include sugar and refined carbohydrates (flour), soda and other sugary drinks, deep-fried foods, low-fat dairy products, margarine and other foods high in trans fats. What foods can help prevent and/or fight inflammation? Colorful fruits and vegetables, fatty fish, nuts, olive oil and coconut oil help prevent and/or fight inflammation. In addition to a diet rich in these foods, try omega-3 fish oil supplements, green tea, tart cherries and the spice turmeric for their anti-inflammatory properties. Is inflammation interfering with your life? Talk to your HonorHealth doctor about how to overcome inflammation or call 623-5805800 to find a doctor at HonorHealth John C. Lincoln Medical Center.

Adoptable Pet - Perseus

Unlike the Greek hero who set forth to rid the world of monsters like Medusa, Perseus, a bristly-faced Otterhound mix, lacks the courage to face a vacuum and often seeks comfort during monsoon storms. But what he lacks in bravery he makes up for with a source of seemingly endless affection. He’s one of those dogs you just can’t wait to get home to because you know he’ll be there greeting you with tail wags and kisses. With a deceptively gray beard, you’d assume that Perseus is a senior, but this hip, adolescent 7-month-old is amusing fun. His infectious smile and charming ways win the hearts of every dog lover. He likes to have a good time and happily joins in with a few excited barks and howls during karaoke night or when you sing aloud in the car. He’s also a food connoisseur so you better get used to sharing whatever you eat with him. Walks are a must and a yard big enough to play fetch is essential to his happiness. Meet Perseus at the Arizona Humane Society’s Sunnyslope Campus located at 9226 N. 13th Avenue in Phoenix. For more information call 602.997.7585 and ask for animal number A541308. Perseus may have been adopted but there are many other pets in need of loving homes and you can see them all by visiting www.azhumane.org.

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Sugar: The good, the bad and the ugly such as honey, maple syrup and molasses are sugars. Even nutritive sugars turn into glucose in the body and should be consumed in moderation to avoid blood sugar spikes.

Despite its sweet taste, too much sugar can sour your health, leading to chronic inﬂammation, diabetes, heart disease, obesity and more. While certain natural sources of sugar can be good, added sugars are not.

Artiﬁcial sweeteners Although considered safe by the Food and Drug Administration, artiﬁcial sweeteners and other manufactured sugar substitutes such as aspartame, saccharin and sucralose (Splenda) may have negative health implications. Often praised for having no calories and commonly used to sweeten processed foods and beverages, they add chemicals to the diet that may alter the body’s response to what you eat and drink.

From the granulated white variety found in the baking aisle, to naturally occurring sugars, artiﬁcial sweeteners and the hidden added variety, sugar comes in many forms. Natural sugars Fruit and even some vegetables are great sources of natural sugar that have the added beneﬁt of being loaded with phytochemicals, vitamins and minerals. Milk contains the natural sugar lactose. Nutritive sweeteners

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Craving more sweets and overeating due to the body’s inability to properly count calories. Digestive issues. Imbalances of the natural gut bacteria vital to disease prevention.

Read ingredient lists for added sugars and total sugars Processed foods and beverages contain both natural and added sugars, but current food labeling doesn’t distinguish the two. New food labeling proposals slated to be unveiled in 2018 distinguish between added sugars and total sugars in a serving of a food product. Read ingredient lists to better understand the type and amount of sugar you’re consuming.

Free orthopedic screening Tuesday, Sept. 27 3 – 6 p.m. Cowden Center HonorHealth John C. Lincoln Medical Center campus 9202 N. Second St., Phoenix Register at 623-580-5800 HonorHealth.com/events Because seating is limited, registration is required.

You may be surprised to see just how much sugar is in salad dressings, sauces, condiments, grain products and sweetened coffee beverages. Even foods low in sugar may contain other unhealthy ingredients. Sugar recommendations The American Heart Association recommends that women limit added sugar to 24 grams or 6 teaspoons per day. For men, it’s 36 grams or 9 teaspoons per day. Strive for natural sugars that come from fruits, vegetables and plain dairy whenever possible. Remember to consume sugar in moderation. Want to learn more about the effects of sugar and other trending nutrition topics on your health? Talk to your HonorHealth doctor or call 623-580-5800 to ﬁnd a doctor at HonorHealth John C. Lincoln Medical Center.

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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.

HOME IMPROVEMENT All types of concrete work, new or remodel Driveways, Patio, Floors, Additions, Licensed, Bonded and Insured. Call Del for a Free Estimate 6023000101 Acoustic (popcorn) Ceilings Removed All types of texturing and drywall repairs. Furnished homes our specialty. Since 1979. Free Estimates. ROC#192644. Call Mike 623-582-4325 HandyMan Dan Home Repairs FREE ESTIMATES, Reliable and Honest Painting, Drywall, Plumbing and electrical. No job too big or too small. Twenty ﬁve years of experience 602 430 1717. Garage Doors AYS, “At Your Service” Garage Door. ROC-272744, BBB A+, Service, Repair or Install Save $20 w/ ad Call 602-375-3667

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All Saints Fall Arts Bazaar and Car Show Saturday, October 22, 2016 - 9AM – 3PM All Saints Lutheran Church, 15649 N. 7th St. Phx, 85022 ~ Great Shopping ~ Raﬄe Prizes Candles, Jewelry, Homemade Crafts, Food, etc. COME JOIN IN THE FUN!

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15009 N Hana Maui Dr - $375,000 SOLD!

LEASED!

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12629 n 19TH St—$1,950/mo

SHARON’S LISTINGS! MOON VALLEY NEW LISTING: Welcome Home, this is the one you have been waiting for! Great Location w/beautiful sunset views of Lookout Mountain! Home is meticulously maintained, immaculate & a perfect turnkey! Vaulted ceilings, Formal Living & Dining rooms, Large open Kitchen/Family room w/Fireplace! Great big island, under cab lighting, newer appliances, Stainless French Refrigerator, built-in Micro, & pull out drawers! Washer & Dryer convey, 4 Bedrooms, 2 remodeled bathrooms, French doors, Ceiling fans, surround sound thru out, Soft H2O, newer water heater, Security system, Milguard dual pane windows, plus huge AZ Room w sep/AC unit across the back of the house overlooking sparkling Pebbletec pool, new filter, Gazebos for entertaining, patios, fruit trees, Meyer Lemon, Pink Grapefruit, & Orange! Picture Perfect! 823 E Forest Hills $375,000 UNDER CONTRACT IN 2 DAYS! MOON VALLEY PATIO HOME COMING SOON! Absolutely charming Patio home in Central Moon Valley with 3 bedroom, 2 baths, Great room with Vaulted ceilings, Gas fireplace, Remodeled throughout Granite Counters, Stainless appliances, new Tile floors, French doors, wonderful patios all lush and green, 2 car garage, walk in closets, North/South! 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 with approx. 2300 sq. ft, 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, Open kitchen, Granite Countertops, Stainless Appliances, big walk in Pantry, Refrigerator convey, inside laundry room, Split floor plan, 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 obstacles, 2 RV gates & Grass yard to play in!! Call Sharon for information and sneak peak! SWEETWATER VISTAS NEW RENTAL! What a great house to rent in Moon Valley!! Gated Community of 54 homes on the mountain with fabulous $$Million$$ Views! See all the way to Fountain Hills! This 2001 smart home has 2x6 construction, natural gas, fireplace, formal living & Dining + Family room, 3 full bedrooms + loft, 2.5 baths! Kitchen is Eat-in with granite counters, Side by Side Refrigerator in place, microwave built in, dishwasher & stove, pantry, plus separate laundry room w/cabinets, soft water, iron railings. Covered patio + balcony both with views Pebbletec pool w/Rock waterfall! Energy efficient, 2x6 construction, Natural Gas, dual pane windows, Pool & front yard landscape included! These go quick!! Ready to move into, turnkey! Move in today! 12629 N 19th St $1950.00 LEASED! SHEA & 28th St! COMPLETELY RECONSTRUCTED IN 2011 from the walls up - Roof, A/C, Electric, Plumbing, Windows, Doors, Kitchen, Baths, Flooring, Chef’s kitchen w/ large kitchen island, upgraded SS appliances, slab granite,upgraded cabinets. Walk-in pantry w/freezer & wine fridge. Spacious laundry room w/more cabinets & laundry sink. Tile floors in main living areas, w/beautiful wood flooring in bedrooms. Water filtration system. Milgard dual-pane, low-e windows, insulated walls, R-30 insulation in ceilings and leased solar system provides low energy costs. Zen-garden style rear yard. 10016 N 28th Place $385,000! SOLD!

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MOON VALLEY $100,000-$3 MILLION ACTIVE HOMES ON MARKET: 99 AVERAGE SQ FT: 2,854 LIST AVE= 488,020

PRICE PER SQ FT=

169.17

DAYS ON MARKET= 108

$100,000-$3 MILLION CURRENT SALES IN ESCROW (PENDING): 10

AVE SQ FT: 2,754 LIST AVE= 421,160 PRICE PER SQ FT= 141.69 DAYS ON MARKET= 155 $100,000-$3 MILLION CURRENT SALES LAST 30 DAYS: 37 — AVERAGE SQ FT: 2,290 LIST AVE= 356,119 PRICE PER SQ FT= 155.66

DAYS ON MARKET= 115

Sold: MOON VALLEY Address....……………………….....…..Sq Ft…….…SP

Sold: MOON VALLEY Address..........……………………..…..Sq Ft….…..SP

1957 E JANICE WAY

2,017 299,000 1957 E JANICE WAY

2,017

299,000

201 W INTERLACKEN DR

2,392 350,000 201 W INTERLACKEN DR

2,392

350,000

1821 E TIERRA BUENA LN

1821 E TIERRA BUENA 2,540 379,900 LN

2,540

379,900

1001 E MONTE CRISTO AVE

2,751 384,000 1001 E MONTE CRISTO AVE

2,751

384,000

110 E JOAN D ARC AVE

2,995 387,900 110 E JOAN D ARC AVE

2,995

387,900

1526 E EUGIE AVE

3,739 890,000 1526 E EUGIE AVE

3,739

890,000

16017 N 4TH AVE

1,260 184,000 16017 N 4TH AVE

1,260

184,000

128 E KATHLEEN RD

2,564 380,000 128 E KATHLEEN RD

2,564

380,000

914 W WALTANN LN

3,309 395,000 914 W WALTANN LN

3,309

395,000

1038 E FOREST HILLS DR

2,252 298,000 1038 E FOREST HILLS DR 1,358 226,000 846 E MARCONI AVE 2,699 300,000 14440 N 10TH ST 2,440 375,000 235 W INTERLACKEN DR

2,252

298,000

1,358

226,000

2,699

300,000

2,440

375,000

648 E Tam Oshanter DR

1,348 245,500 648 E Tam Oshanter DR

1,348

245,500

15805 N 11TH AVE

2,106 285,000 15805 N 11TH AVE

2,106

285,000

13249 N 1ST PL

1,832 305,500 13249 N 1ST PL

1,832

305,500

12629 N 2ND ST

2,162 300,000 12629 N 2ND ST

2,162

300,000

171223 E SHEENA DR

2,241 329,900 171223 E SHEENA DR

2,241

329,900

13226 N 3RD AVE

2,581 330,000 13226 N 3RD AVE

2,581

330,000

846 E MARCONI AVE 14440 N 10TH ST 235 W INTERLACKEN DR

THE POINTE TAPATIO ACTIVE HOMES ON MARKET: 8 AVERAGE SQ FT: 2,190 LIST AVE= 348,838 PRICE PER SQ FT= 160.61 DAYS ON MARKET= 178 Pending: 2 AVERAGE SQ FT: 2,080 AVE LIST PRICE: 340,950 PRICE PER SQ FT= 164.98 DAYS ON MAKET= 13

PENDING Address………………………..….…SQ FT……..….PRICE 11024 N 10TH PL

1,910

340,000

10823 N 10TH PL

2,250

341,900

*Sales from MLS statistics & includes all participation brokerage firms.

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What are Boomer Buyers Looking for? 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 Purchasing a home is an important life decision, and many factors can influence the home choices a buyer will make. It is a statistic that 75% + of all boomer buyers purchased a home with at least one garage or more. Garages are a huge enticement to older buyers due to safety, convenience, storage and the Arizona sun. Among buyers who are 55 and older, there are over half who considered finding a singlelevel home very important, compared to just small percent of buyers under age 35. Communities that are the most important to buyer’s area defined by the Community itself, walk ability, convenience to shopping & green areas & activities. It seems the older generation of buyers either would live only in an adult community or only in an area not defined by age. It is usually determined by proximity to family verses a long drive to available communities. Obviously there is a larger percentage who buy in 55 + age communities for amenities offered and floor plans that cater to the very needs of older buyers. Interior features were newer appliances, walk in closets, open floor plans, patio area and one level living, access to Cable, Satellite TV and internet ready were all very important. The concern for formal living and dining rooms diminishes with age since entertaining and family are also doing so less frequently. Most buyers want and Eat-in Kitchen and love the Great room concept with at least 2 bedrooms and a small den/office was most popular. Most buyers are more than willing to pay extra to get a home with the above amenities. The younger buyers, the room that buyers were willing to pay the most for was an in-law suite. 20% of buyers would be willing to pay would be willing to pay a median of $5,000 more for a home with an in-law suite. This group of buyers also is interested in having a living room and formal dining room. Younger buyers with children place more importance on Laundry rooms and family room & multi-purpose bonus rooms. Buyers with small children love 2 stories due to having the children and babies on the same floor with their parents & laundry. Parents of teen love the split floor plans where one side of the home is the parents and one side is the teens! Boomer buyers will purchase a two story home as long as the Master Suite is on the main floor. When the Children and Grandchildren come they can all use the upstairs square footage & the Grandparents find they never go upstairs but enjoy having a larger home. The two most common rooms buyers were willing to spend more for were a laundry room and a den/study/home office/library. Forty-four percent of buyers who did not purchase a home with a den/study/home office/library would be willing to pay more for a home with this room. When considering the additional space already there verses the cost to put an addition onto a home after a purchase could be $20,000 to $25,000 finished. Over half of new buyers will take on a home improvement project within three months of buying a new home. The typical buyer spent $5,500 on various projects. Remodeling the kitchen was the most common home improvement project average cost $5,000 to $30,000 for over half of the buyers. Bathrooms were also a big project with an average cost of $10,000.

Thunderbird High School’s 13th Annual Golf Classic and Auction will be held this Fall and we hope you can join us for one, or both, events! This is Thunderbird’s largest fundraising event of the year and it benefits the entire school. Proceeds from past events have been used to provide items such as: computers and smartboards, expansion of the student quad with awnings & seating, remodeling of the fitness room including new fitness equipment, and many other items benefiting the science, language, math, theatre, dance, music, and P.E. departments. The golf tournament will be held at Moon Valley Country Club on Sunday afternoon, September 25th. Entry fee includes 18 holes of golf, tee gifts, lunch and fun contests and awards. Register as a single player or get a group together for a foursome. Various sponsorships are also available. The Solheim residence in Moon Valley will be the location for our celebration the following Saturday evening, October 1st. There we will have the silent and live auction event as well as a golf tournament awards presentation. This sports/music themed event will include food, entertainment and an open bar. Get in the spirit by wearing your favorite team jersey or apparel. Some items included in our live auction will be custom Ping golf clubs, a golf foursome at Talking Rock in Prescott, Disneyland Parkhopper tickets and the highly soughtafter Sophomore THS parking pass. The auction coincides with Thunderbird’s Homecoming dance, so take your kid’s pictures, send them off to dinner, then join the fun! We look forward to seeing both golfers and nongolfers there. Auction tickets, golf and golf sponsorships can ere be purchased online at www.thsevent.com . Th are a limited number of golf spots and auction tickets available, so act fast! Reserve your spot by September 20th to be entered into a special earlybird raffle. For further information, contact Alice Starzinski at (602) 9091042 or Kristen Solheim (602) 4322512.

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The Unassisted Triple Teagan McIlroy, a 9 year old softball player and Moon Valley resident, accomplished an incredibly rare feat this past season, completing an Unassisted Triple Play. Teagan plays for the Panthers, a 10 and under all girls softball team with Arizona Girls Softball. Teagan is 9 and on May 4, 2016 completed an unassisted triple play. Teagan was playing third base with the bases loaded in the bottom of the third and final inning. She backhanded a line drive hit down the third base line in foul territory. Turned and touch third as the runner on third base broke for home, then tagged the runner coming from second to third to complete the unassisted triple play. The play ended the rally and the game. In the history of Major League Baseball, there have only been 15 unassisted triple plays. A very rare occurrence and made even more rare for a 9 year old softball player to have the presence to continue the play and get the additional outs. Teagan was chosen as player of the week and it was easily the Play of the Year.

Revocable Trusts vs. Irrevocable Trusts 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

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DO YOU NEED A WILL OR TRUST? Do you have a minor child who may need a guardian? Do you want to avoid probate and pay the least amount of taxes possible? Do you know who will care for you and your property if you become incapacitated? Have you gotten married – or are you filing for divorce? Do you want to leave your business to your children?

review proof carefully. Submit any changes or APPROVE your ad via the link attached to this proof. What’s the difference between revocable and irrevocable trusts? There Please are plenty of differences, including how and when we use each type of trust. This article should 11/05/14 9:27 am Advertiser: Phillips Roofing Proof Timestamp: leave you with a bit more understanding of each. TJ Higgins 2 Sales Representative: Proof Number: The Revocable Living Trust Insertion Order Number: 17224768 Artist: Stacey The Revocable Living Trust is our primary estate planning tool. As its name EVT Run Date: Publication: implies, it is fully revocable, changeable and amendable. The Revocable Living Trust11/07/14 allows us to manage our property during our lifetimes, and appoints someone to manage our property at any time we are incapacitated, and on our death. We create a Revocable Living Trust and put our property in it. Initially we serve as our own trustees – we are the creator, trustee and beneficiary. When we create the Comprehensive and affordable plans customized trust, we also designate who will be the trustee if we can’t serve. That trustee can step for you. Schedule a consultation today! right into our shoes if we are incapacitated to manage our property, pay our bills and assure that our estate is maintained for our welfare. Upon our death, the trustee steps 602-375-6752 • libbybanks.com in to wrap up the estate. We put in the revocable trust how that is to happen and who will be our beneficiaries. The Law Office of With the Revocable Living Trust, we avoid court proceedings and court management and intervention in our estate. During our life, but while we are incapacitated, it avoids a conservatorship – the proceeding needed to appoint someone who is legally authorized to manage our financial affairs. At death, we avoid probate – the court proceeding needed to appoint someone who is legally authorized to manage and liquidate our estate. 11120 N. Tatum Blvd. Suite 101, Phoenix, AZ 85028 Irrevocable Trusts When we create an irrevocable trust, we intend that we will not change or revoke the trust. Once we put it in place, the circumstances permitting a change to the trust are very limited. An irrevocable trust has some specific uses. Most of them involve transferring property out of your hands and out of your control – meaning someone else will serve as the trustee of the irrevocable trust. The primary reason most people set up an irrevocable trust during their lifetimes is to avoid estate taxes. Estate taxes, or inheritance or death taxes as they are sometimes called, are calculated based on what you own – what is in your estate – at your death. In order to avoid estate taxes, you might create a trust and transfer some of that property out of your estate and into the estate of someone (your children, for instance) whose estate is smaller and who will not pay an estate tax. An irrevocable trust can also be created upon your death to benefit a spouse in a blended family situation. This irrevocable trust can be used to care for your spouse as a beneficiary during his or her lifetime, while assuring that at his or her death, your children receive the property in the trust. Another type of irrevocable trust is designed to avoid creditors and protect assets. This asset protection trust needs careful and considered planning. It must be created in advance of any trouble on the horizon. If you already have a claim coming down the pike, it is too late to start asset protection planning. Last, we can also establish a Special Needs Trust for someone who is receiving government benefits such as Medicaid. We can avoid giving them funds directly in order to assure they remain eligible for the benefits they receive. If you don’t have a Revocable Living Trust, it may be time to do some basic estate planning, so call me or your own attorney! If an irrevocable trust sounds like something you need, I’d be happy to discuss the possibilities with you as well.

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It's a Good Time to Be YOU! - National Charity League BY THE NCL National Charity League, Inc., Moon Valley Chapter (NCL, Inc.) kicked off its academic year on Sunday, August 21, 2016. The meeting, themed It’s a Good Time to Be YOU!, was hosted by the Class of 2020, continuing to celebrate 20 BeYoutiful Years. NCL Inc., Moon Valley works to incorporate our three pillared structure of Leadership, Culture and Philanthropic Service into every meeting from grade level to chapter wide. The featured philanthropy partner was the Susan G. Komen Arizona, and the guest speaker was Anita Walker, the Vice President of Marketing for Fox Restaurant Concepts, speaking on current culture and the truth behind “trying to do it all”. Prior to the chapter meeting, an officer training was held. You see, NCL is not just active in learning about and serving in the community, we also put a great deal of emphasis on training servant leaders. The girls, ranging from 7th grade to 12th grade, are known as Ticktockers for the time they put in. Every grade level has its own Elected Board and Appointed Board. The girls can serve in various board roles over the course of their six year experience. The meeting this Sunday was broken out by position, and the Ticktockers met with their Patroness Board Mentor for updates and advice pertaining to their role. This mentorship is a unique part of NCL. The Ticktockers learn Robert’s Rules of Order, preparing and voting on motions as a class, how to plan and host events, how to manage class funds and make decisions, and some roles will spend

time speaking in front of a room of 200 or more people. This experience is invaluable! Bridget Eagy of Susan G. Komen shared about the foundation and all of the members it serves. In addition to speaking about the services of the foundation, she encouraged all the ladies in the audience, both young and old, to take preventive measures against breast cancer, through lifestyle choices and monthly self exams. Voluntary donations made by our membership will fund help in funding mammograms and other services. The highlight of the meeting was the guest speaker, Anita Walker, the Vice President of Marketing for Fox Restaurant Concepts, and Mom Extraordinaire! She revealed a little secret in her talk... it’s okay to be perfectly imperfect! As a working mom of three children, she has surrendered to the reality that life is messy, and that is okay. Keeping it real, she used her Instagram posts to illustrate her journey in managing the ups and downs of juggling the demands of everyday life. In my opinion, her funniest illustration may have been the “pre-Kardashian v. post-Kardashian blush routine” she tried to keep up with the ever changing trends and stay “hip” as a mom and professional. She had mothers and daughters alike “LOL”! NCL, Inc. is a mother/daughter philanthropic organization for girls in 7th to 12th grade that focuses on philanthropy, leadership, and cultural experiences. For more information about NCL, Inc., visit our website at www.nclmoonvalley.com. Mothers and Daughters Serving Communities Together

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Pilates at the Rio Olympics - Who Knew? 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 Who wasn’t inspired by the amazing talent, determination and spirit of our Olympic athletes? We were riveted to the television watching our “Final Five” gymnastic team, Michael Phelps incredible medal count and the drama of dreams achieved and dashed. Did you know that some of the most notable athletes use Pilates to enhance their training regimen? Here are just a few of the incredible athletes: Tennis star Andy Murray won the 2016 Men’s Singles gold medal. He has been an advocate about Pilates and has used the method to recover from back surgery in 2013. He credits Pilates for increasing his flexibility and strengthening his back. Diver David Boudia competed in his third Olympic Games winning gold, silver and bronze medals. Pilates helped Boudia with his strength and flexibility, but is unparalleled in enhancing a diver’s body awareness. As anyone who has ever watched diving and synchronized diving knows, you have to know where your body is in space. Pilates gave Boudia that edge. Beach Volleyball gold medal winner Kerry Walsh-Jenkins competed in her fourth Olympic Games. At the age of 38 years old, she has remarkable endurance, strength, and body awareness. She credits Pilates with getting her back in the game after three pregnancies and multiple injuries. The Pilates Method assists athletes by improving precision, breath, coordination, centering, concentration and control. As Kerry Walsh-Jennings said, “if you have a strong core, you can do anything”! Whether you are a competitive athlete, weekend warrior or avid hiker, everyone can benefit from the Pilates Method. BellaBody Pilates invites you to take advantage of core-based Mat Pilates group classes (first class is only $10) as well as our equipment based one on one sessions (three 55 minute private sessions/$99). Contact Deborah Lavinsky, PMA®-CPT , owner at 602-318-5068 or deb@bellabodypilates.com to schedule your sessions today!

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Importance of Community Relationships 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. Parent and community engagement are critical to a student’s academic success. Last month, I shared the seven strategic areas that WESD will focus on this year. Today I will highlight community relationships. Our schools, departments and district administration are always working to connect our students and staff to valuable community members and opportunities – city and philanthropic organizations, local churches and businesses – that will enhance student learning and meet the needs of the whole child. When our students and families succeed, our neighborhoods thrive and when our neighborhoods thrive, so do our businesses and local communities. As a valuable member of our community, I wanted to let you know that the WESD is going out for a bond on November 8. Here are the facts related to the bond: WHAT: The $98 million bond will be used to fund necessary improvements and enhancements for safety, security, buildings, and technology WHY: State funding for capital needs of school districts has been significantly reduced or eliminated in recent years HOW: A committee consisting of staff, parents, and community members evaluated planned projects and several options for funding. The committee recommended a bond election. Criteria for determining projects: • Student safety or code compliance needs • Age and condition of building systems and equipment • Comprehensive review of building to evaluate condition and need • Ability to maintain aging equipment or parts availability • Requests that had been submitted by schools for site or building improvements. • Necessary resources and equipment to move forward with the District’s continuous improvement plan Types of projects to be done: • Safety Projects – school intercom systems, playgrounds, shade structures,

security, surveillance, and school office renovations • Building Systems - air conditioning, roofing, flooring, sound and presentation systems • Concrete/Asphalt upgrades – includes parking lots and walkways • New construction – replace aging portable buildings and rebuild one elementary school • Student computers, interactive classroom technology, cabling, and servers • Replace buses that are beyond their useful life The structure of this bond plan is to avoid an increase in taxes. The District will only issue bonds when needed according to the project schedule. BACKGROUND: Since the 2008-09 school year, state capital funding has been drastically reduced or eliminated. The state has entirely eliminated building renewal funds (for building renovations and preventive maintenance) and the state’s most recent budget funds less than 15% of the statutory allocation for items such as furniture, equipment, technology and buses. PROP 123 vs. BOND: In the WESD, Prop 123 money was used for employee compensation in order to retain and attract employees. Bond money will be used for tangible items, such as buildings, technology and buses. If you would like more information about the bond or, if you would like someone to present information about the bond at a future community meeting or event, please don’t hesitate to contact Cathy Thompson, director of Business Services, at 602-347-2615 or cathy.thompson@wesdschools.org. As a resident of Moon Valley, we know that you may not have children in the WESD, but we want to be good neighbors and provide you with all of the facts. My team and I are always happy to answer any questions or concerns. Thank you in advance for your continued support of WESD schools. We know you have choices regarding your child or grandchild’s education. Thank you for choosing the WESD family to educate them. I look forward to sharing more of our success stories next month!

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On Thursday, November 12th, the Mountain Sky Jr High vocal and instrumental ensembles will host an evening of dinner, dancing and music to help raise money for their upcoming trip to Forum in California. Each of the Premier Vocal/Instrumental Groups will compete against other middle school ensembles from around the US during the competition. A silent auction will be held during the event, also benefitting the students that attend the Forum competition. We are looking for local businesses who would like to donate goods and/or services to the event to be auctioned off at the Silent Auction. All items are clearly marked with the donor’s name/information and will be seen by several hundred people during the course of the evening. If you would like to donate, please contact Annette Gulinson, President of S.P.I.C.E at Mountain Sky Jr High at mountainskyparentgroup@gmail.com All donations are tax deductible and very much appreciated!

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Paperwork - UGH!

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“Why is there so much paperwork . . . to get a mortgage?” This is a paraphrase of the title of the August 30, 2016 blog from Keeping Matters Current. This daily blog really puts things in perspective for those of us in the mortgage business. Their two main reasons were: 1. Government guidelines, and 2. “The banks don’t want to be in the real estate business.’ No DUH! The banks, Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, FHA, etc. don’t want to be in the real estate business, and the Federal Government doesn’t want to be in the bail out business. The whole idea is that the government wants to make sure that the consumer can afford the mortgage that they are signing up for. Some of you may remember the “no doc – stated income” loans. Now we have the “know before you owe” loans. Dodd-Frank, CFPB, RESPA, TRID and other legislation with acronyms that I can’t remember are driving this process which has become so onerous and complicated that I’m surprised any loans get done. The required documentation to qualify is burdensome. If you are self-employed, had some credit problems, had a short-sale, made recent cash deposits to your bank account, or changed your line of work the process is even more burdensome. I once had a high up government official withdraw his application stating that getting a “top secret” security clearance wasn’t this involved. The bottom line is this: “During the run-up in the housing market, many people ‘qualified’ for mortgages that they could never pay back. This led to millions of families losing their home. The government wants to make sure this can’t happen again.” In this perspective, maybe the process isn’t so bad. The conclusion drawn by the KCM Blog is that the crash that mandated that the banks be so strict on paperwork also allows us to get a mortgage at a rate as low as 3.43%. Looking back to the 1990’s the average interest rate was 8.12% and in the 2000’s it was 6.29%. They state “instead of concentrating on the additional paperwork required, let’s be thankful that we are able to buy a home at historically low rates.” I’m pretty sure rates will rise in the near future, especially after the election. Now is the time to make your real estate move. Get with a trusted mortgage loan officer and determine your options. Just be prepared to do lots of paperwork. It will be worth it. - Gerry Johnson -

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Last Class for this year. November 5th, 2016 * Phoenix Neighbors on Patrol (PNP) and Block Watch. More and more people are realizing how important it is for us to work together to protect our community. There are lots of different ways one can help. Taking this 1/2 day class is a good start as you come away with excellent tools and appreciation for the effort being put out on our behalf. Then find your niche: be it organizing a meeting, be it patrolling, be it logging hours, be it supporting others in their efforts. Please contribute to your community. Every little bit of time helps. There are city wide meetings to gain a better understanding of the challenges our communities face. PNP meets monthly as does our Black Mountain Precinct. Meet your new community action officer and hear extremely relevant speakers. This month is the FBI on Domestic Terrorism via a Task Force Officer. Join us at the Deer Valley Community Center on Wednesday Sept. 14th at 6:30 pm FBI on Domestic Terrorism.

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City Wide G.A.I.N. Day Saturday Oct 15th. Set up one on your block *To be held at Mountain View Precinct, 2075 East Maryland Ave, from 8am to Noon, seating is limited to 45 people. Maryland Ave is halfway between Glendale Ave and Bethany Home Road. More info is also available on line at PNPMembers.com . Register early for the November 5, 2016 class, as their last class was full. Need help contact Blanche moonvalleybw@cox.net

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Reunions SENIOR MOMENTS BY DAN SEAGREN Family reunions are quite an invention. I don’t really know when they began as we know them today. Going back to my father’s era (b. 1894), much of American life was rural. Families were larger, often lived closer together before our Mobile Society emerged. So cousins, uncles and aunts, grandparents and in-laws could get together much easier without the necessity of a reunion. Our family recently got together on my father’s side in Illinois. Relatives, from grandchildren to grandparents, cousins, uncles and aunts arrived from various parts of the country: California, Illinois, Indiana, Louisiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Oregon, Texas etc. Invitations were sent out seven months in advance, the weather cooperated beautifully, and a dozen toddlers stole the show. A real delight for some of us old-timers. Our hosts fed us well even giving us a fireworks show and we met relatives for the first time. Some rellies couldn’t come for a variety of reasons and I suppose some wouldn’t come because of distance, costs or a disapproval of the concept of a reunion or whatever. Or didn’t receive an invitation because they had moved or because the relationship was missing. Since it was on my father’s side of the family, his parents were no longer living, nor were some of his nine siblings and even some of the second generation. Can get complicated, can’t it? With our societal mobility, many families are widely separated. My siblings live in California, Colorado, Michigan, Minnesota; add their children and grandchildren and it gets even more complex. This could result possibly in multiple reunions or geographical changes. The more we get together . . .(fill in your own ending). If you want to learn more, lookup reunion in a thesaurus: get-together, homecoming, reconciliation, reuniting. Or a dictionary: 1. an instance of two or more people coming together again after a period of separation; 2. a social gathering attended by members of a certain group of people who have not seen seen each other for some time; 3. the act or process of being brought together again as a unified whole. Have your attended a reunion lately? Have you been invited to a reunion? If not, why not organize your own reunion? You can start small and let it grow. I personally recommend reunions highly. It’s really worth the effort, especially if you work together with another relative or two.

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Free Joint Pain Screenings at John C. Lincoln Medical Center A free orthopedic screening for people with joint pain will be held from 3 to 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 27, on the HonorHealth John C. Lincoln Medical Center campus at the Cowden Center, 9202 N. Second St., Phoenix, AZ 85020. Licensed physical therapists will evaluate patient pain in the neck, back, hip, knee, shoulder, elbow, wrist, ankle or foot. During the 15-minute screening, the therapist will: • Test the patient’s strength and flexibility. • Test tissue tension to determine whether the pain is due to a musculo-skeletal (orthopedic) condition or another kind of health problem such as a systemic disorder or infection. • Discuss treatment options and recommend a course of action. When appropriate, patients will be referred to a primary care physician. Interested patients are asked to call 623-580-5800 or visit HonorHealth.com/ events for an appointment.

“Many people tough it out every day with pain that not only keeps them from enjoying recreational activities with friends and family, but actually prevents them from performing as well as they could on the job or in other activities of daily life,” said Jeff Abernethy, PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT, Outpatient Physical Therapy Services manager at John C. Lincoln Medical Center. “Many of these people don’t get help, because they don’t know help is available for their problem,” he explained. “Others may be afraid of surgery or can’t spare time for extended recovery.” However, many people with joint pain now can be helped with treatments that don’t require surgery or extended recovery time, Abernethy added, noting that even when surgery is appropriate, new procedures are often not as difficult as they were years ago. “We hope our free screening can connect people in pain with real solutions for their problems,” Abernethy said.

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THEN & NOW B Y T E R R Y R AT N E R , R N , M FA THEN My mother died on April 6, 1993—a victim of a hit-and-run driver. It was the first night of Passover and the first time my parents didn’t have a traditional Seder at their house. It was the last time my parents were together. The cause of death, a severed spinal cord. I received the phone call while studying Nursing the Critically Ill. I was a semester away from graduating nursing school. The next day I flew from Phoenix to Chicago for the funeral. I had already spoken to the sergeant at the police station who was on duty the night of her death. He agreed to meet me that afternoon. I wanted to know everything about the accident, her last words, an accurate account of what he had seen and heard, as the facts given to me by my father were sketchy. When I arrived at his office, I began firing off a barrage of questions. “Did she talk with you?” What was her condition when you saw her? Father won’t let me see her body before the funeral and I don’t understand why,” I told him holding back tears. He looked me in the eye and said, “I’ve seen lots of victims of MVA’s in my day, but this was the worst. Your father is right. It’s better to remember her the way she looked.” NOW When I conjure up Mother’s image, I see her as a beautiful young mom, an aging mother during my teenage years, and a loving grandmother to my children. This is what I know: She loved to swim as a child, which accounts for the beautiful butterfly stroke she performed while doing laps at the country club. She was an accomplished tap dancer and sold cigarettes in night clubs as a young woman. One time, when I was 12, she taught me the basic steps and I remember dancing around our home making a clicking noise with my low heels. After all those years, mother could still tap! I have a photo of her in a sequined outfit with a tray of cigarettes strapped around her neck as she walked around tables in some fancy restaurant. But I know nothing about her love life besides her romance with my father, except the one time when I was 14-years old and she drove a few blocks past our street, parked the car in front of a red brick home and sighed, “I went to school with the man that lives here. He was an accountant and loved to travel the world.” I continue to look for clues about my mother’s past. A week ago, while I was visiting my uncle at an assisted living center in Chicago, I met 97-year-old retired accountant, Sam Pinzur. Fine white hairs sprouted on the top of his head and on his chin. He wore wire glasses and stood 5’2” sporting a huge grin as if someone had just told him

a joke. His voice was weak and he had a hearing aide in both ears. My uncle introduced me as Lorraine Lewis’s daughter. He looked up and said, “I went to high school with your mother.” He summoned me closer and told me he always liked my mother. “Yes, Lorraine was in my senior high school class,” he said grinning. I asked him how he recognized my mother’s married name. “I played poker with your father and didn’t know the connection until a year later. We were talking one night and your mother’s maiden name came up, Lorraine Adler. I immediately remembered her,” he said smiling and stroking his goatee. He appeared later in the day in the dining room with a yearbook titled, 1937 FORUM, sitting on the seat pad of his walker. I asked to see my mother’s photo, hoping to find out more about her. He turned to the bookmarked page and pointed her out to me. Most of the students had accolades listed beside their name, my mother had nothing. Not even dance, library helper, or math club—nothing. “I’m not positive, but I think your mother transferred during her senior year and didn’t have a chance for her stats to be added to the yearbook.” Knowing Sam’s affinity for accounting, this seemed to make perfect sense. He flipped the page to his picture and credits: Vice President, Honor Society, travel and debate club. I start to pick Sam’s brain. “Do you know anyone else in the class who might remember her?” “There’s only two or three of us still living,” he states. Then he whispers as if he had a secret, “I liked your mother the minute I laid eyes on her. She was the same height as me with beautiful wavy brown hair, mesmerizing blue eyes, and a great sense of humor.” “Did she sign your yearbook? Did you ever date her?” I asked hoping to hear more stories. “No. We were shy back then, not like it is today.” Then he smiled and turned the pages back to her photo. “I always remembered her smile.”

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September 2016 | The Moon Valley Tattler | 602-765-0902 MOON VALLEY WOMEN’S CLUB ANOTHER YEAR OF LUNCHEONS & ACTIVITIES It is the start of a new season for the Moon Valley Women’s Club. Our first luncheon and social was on Thursday, September 15th where President Mary Henigar welcomed our new and returning members and introduced this year’s Board. Sign up for activity groups include new groups for daytime and evening such as Book Clubs, Bridge, Bunco Moms & Tots, Museums and Tours, and Wine Tasting. New ideas are: Mahjong, Euchre, Scrabble and Movie Review. MVWC is a social and service club founded in 1970. Membership is open to women living within our boundaries, which are comprised of the following streets: North side of Thunderbird Road, West side of Seventh Street, Homes on Paradise Lane/LeMarche Avenues, East of and including Moon Mountain and Coral Gables Estates, and South of Greenway including Moonlight Cove, Tamarac and Las Meridas. Annual membership dues are $20 to receive monthly newsletters by email or $25 to receive the newsletter in the US mail. All members will receive a copy of our membership directory which is published in October. The final cutoff for members to be included in the membership directory and on activity group lists is fast approaching. In October we will have our luncheon on October 13th at Anzio’s Italian Restaurant. Keith Hinrichsen, owner of Hinrichsen Jewelers, will educate us on Diamonds, how they are graded and appraised, cut and mounted. He will also speak about the popularity of colored diamonds and their use in contemporary jewelry design. Luncheon attendance is open to our members and their guests. Reservations are required with October 6th as the deadline. The price is $20 and there are 3 entrée choices. Future luncheons and programs are planned including the Orange Tree Resort with a holiday musical program, Moon Valley Country Club with a Fashions from Kiss Me Kate and North Mountain Grill with a program about the North Mountain Preserve. Our Annual Auction will be in February with proceeds going to our Service Projects which include scholarships for the Lookout Mountain extracurricular program, Holiday adoption project for families from Sunnyslope K-8 school and support for a Battered Women’s Shelter. If you would like further information about membership, activity groups or luncheons, please contact Sandi Kogan by phone: 602-375-1433 or email: moonvalleywomensclub@gmail.com.

GUHSD Back to School The Glendale Union High School District fêted the start of a new year with its annual Back to School Celebration on Tuesday, August 2. The event was held at Glendale High School and featured speeches by the Governing Board President, Don DeBusk, Superintendent Brian Capistran, Thunderbird teacher Jonathan Parker and Washington support staff employee Brad Meese. The celebration was divided into two events; one to honor the 800 teachers at the district, and a second afternoon event to highlight the more than 900 support staff members. Parker, in addition to being an advanced placement U.S./World History teacher and the president of the Glendale Union Education Association, is a 1988 graduate of Thunderbird. Mr. Parker spoke about the moments teachers experience with their students and how their interactions can be life-changing, impactful experiences. “Our best moments do not require 10 to 15 years to evolve. Our best moments emerge from the quiet mobility and spectacular importance of your day-to-day actions,” he said. “From the compassion and care that swells in each of you, springing reflectively and unconsciously in hours of need. Our lessons are not confined to a day.” Mr. Meese has been an integral part of the support staff at Washington High School. His most recent position was as the bookstore manager. He is currently pursuing a teaching degree and is fulfilling his student teaching requirements at Washington. He graduated from Washington in 2008. His comments addressed how the support staff members’ role on campus is vital to the entire organization. “You may mistakenly think and feel … that because you’re not the star pitcher or the power slugger, you don’t contribute anything to the team. This simply is not true. Each and every day we will have the ball hit to us and when it is, our job, our position becomes the most important on campus,” he said. The first day of school for Glendale Union students was August 8.

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What is an NSAID? NSAID is an acronym for non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. NSAIDs comprise a large class of drugs that can be over the counter or prescription. The NSAIDs most commonly used to treat back pain and neck pain are: Ibuprofen (e.g. brand names Advil, Motrin, Nuprin) Naproxen (e.g. brand names Aleve, Naprosyn) Aspirin (e.g. brand names Bayer, St. Joseph’s) COX-2 inhibitors (e. g. brand name Celebrex) These products have demonstrated that they are effective for reducing pain, however, all of these products can have serious side effects. The Food and Drug Administration warns consumers that all over-the-counter pain relievers should be taken with care to avoid serious problems. In fact the FDA is proposing new labeling that will inform the consumer about two risks: the risk of liver toxicity from products containing acetaminophen, and the risk of GI bleeding from the use of products containing NSAIDs. Lets look at some other side effects. Side effects of NSAIDs NSAIDs are associated with several side effects. Common side effects are stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, decreased appetite, heartburn, rash, dizziness, headache, and drowsiness. NSAIDs may cause fluid retention, leading to edema and swelling of the feet. They can cause joint pain, muscle pain and weakness, easy bruising, persistent sore throat. Regular use of NSAIDs can be potentially fatal. The most serious side effects are kidney failure, liver failure, ulcers and prolonged bleeding. NSAIDs increase the risk of stomach and intestinal adverse reactions as in bleeding, ulcers, and perforation of the stomach or intestines. These events can occur at any time during treatment and without warning symptoms. Elderly patients are at greater risk for these adverse events. NSAIDs (except low dose aspirin) may increase the risk of potentially fatal heart attacks, stroke, and related conditions. This risk may increase with duration of use and in patients who have underlying risk factors for heart and blood vessel disease. NSAIDs should not be used for the treatment of pain resulting from coronary artery bypass graft surgery. Some individuals are allergic to NSAIDs and may develop shortness of breath when an NSAID is taken. People with asthma are at a higher risk for experiencing serious allergic reaction to NSAIDs. Individuals with a serious allergy to one NSAID are likely to experience a similar reaction to a different NSAID. Use of aspirin in children and teenagers with chickenpox or influenza has been associated with the development of Reye’s syndrome. Aspirin should not be used in children and teenagers with suspected or confirmed chickenpox or influenza. Consuming NSAIDS will tax the kidney, liver; and have an effect on the GI tract despite the presence of side effects. Alternatives I’m excited to say that we now carry some all natural supplements that don’t have these harmful side effects. We have 3 new products that will serve us in pain relief, tissue repair, and inflammation. 1. Salizain is gentle on the stomach and effective for pain relief because it attacks pain by blocking both pain pathways to the brain. Salizain is an innovative combination formula that minimizes pain impulses from reaching the brain, providing pain relief in an all-natural, safe, and effective form. It contains white willow bark extract especially blended with cayenne, turmerica, ginger, with bromelain to aid in soft tissue damage repair. Recently, the American College of Physicians and the American Pain Society developed clinical guidelines for the treatment of low back pain. White willow bark was given the same rating as acetaminophen, NSAIDS, muscle relaxants, and opiates for treatment of acute low back pain. 2. Zymain helps repair tissue damage by increasing blood flow and drainage to damaged areas. Zymain quickly reduces injury inflammation. It is a three part combination supplement consisting of systemic proteolytic enzymes, nutrients and minerals that regulate the inflammation process and support soft tissue repair. Zymain is designed to provide a nutritional foundation to the healing response following trauma, optimizing injury rehabilitation. It contains vitamin C, manganese and zinc, which aid in biosynthesis of new collagen-depositing tissues and stimulate new cell growth within joints. 3. Pro-enz is another natural supplement that aids in pain reduction and reduce inﬂammation. This product is good for superﬁcial and deep bruises, tendon, and ligament inury. It contains curcumin, ursolic acid, and bioflavanoids which reduce powerful pro-inflammatory enzymes and tissue damaging metalloproteinases. These products are available at Moon Valley Chiropractic. Please call or stop by if you have any questions concerning these products. To Health!! Dr. Jamey Reichow (Speak to your medical doctor before making any changes to prescription drugs)

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