HB Magazine May 2021

HBMAGAZINE COMMUNITY RESOURCE – BUSINESS – LIFESTYLE

MAY 2021

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Tax Efficiency in Retirement What role should taxes play in your investment decisions?

Provided by Ken Earwood

Will you pay higher taxes in retirement? Do you have a 401(k) or a traditional IRA? If so, you will receive income from both after age 72.

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owever, if you have saved and invested much of your life, you may also end up retiring at a higher marginal tax rate than your current one. In fact, the income alone resulting from a Required Minimum Distribution could push you into a higher tax bracket.

While retirees with lower incomes may rely on Social Security as their prime income source, they may pay comparatively less income tax than you in retirement; some, or even all, of their Social Security benefits may not be counted as taxable income.1 What’s a pre-tax investment? Traditional IRAs and 401(k)s are examples of pre-tax investments. You can put off paying taxes on the contributions you make to these accounts until you start to take distributions. When you take distributions from these accounts, you may owe taxes on the withdrawal. Pre-tax investments are also called tax-deferred investments, as the invested assets can benefit from tax-deferred growth.2 Under the SECURE Act, once you reach age 72, you must begin taking required minimum distributions from a traditional IRA, 401(k), and other defined contribution plans in most circumstances. Withdrawals are taxed as ordinary income and, if taken before age 59½, may be subject to a 10% federal income tax penalty. Contributions to a traditional IRA may be fully 6

or partially deductible, depending on your adjusted gross income.

What’s an after-tax investment? A Roth IRA is a classic example. When you put money into a Roth IRA, the contribution is made with after-tax dollars. As a trade-off, you may not owe taxes on the withdrawals from that Roth IRA (so long as you have had your Roth IRA at least five years and you are at least 59½ years old).

With distributions from a Roth IRA, your total taxable retirement income is not as high as it would be otherwise.2 Should you have both a traditional IRA and a Roth IRA? It may seem redundant, but it could help you manage your tax situation. Keep in mind that tax-free and penalty-free withdrawal from a Roth IRA also can be taken under certain other circumstances, such as the owner’s death.

Smart moves can help you manage your taxable income and taxable estate. If you’re making a charitable gift, giving appreciated securities that you have held for at least a year is one choice to consider. In addition to a potential tax deduction for the fair market value of the asset in the year of the donation, the charity may be able to sell the stock later without triggering capital gains.3 Remember, however, that this article is for informational purposes only and

is not a replacement for real-life advice, so make sure to consult your tax, legal, and accounting professionals before modifying your charitable giving strategy.

The annual gift tax exclusion gives you a way to remove assets from your taxable estate. You may give up to $15,000 to as many individuals as you wish without paying federal gift tax, so long as your total gifts keep you within the lifetime estate and gift tax exemption of $11.58 million for the year 2020 and $11.7 million for 2021.4 Managing through the annual gift tax exclusion can involve a complex set of tax rules and regulations. Before adjusting your strategy, consider working with a professional who is familiar with the rules and regulations.

Are you striving for greater tax efficiency? In retirement, it is especially important – and worth a discussion.

A few financial adjustments may help you manage your tax liabilities.

Ken Earwood may be reached at (800) 250-3029 or kenearwood@titanfinancial.net www.TitanFinancial.net This material was prepared by MarketingPro, Inc., and does not necessarily represent the views of the presenting party, nor their affiliates. This information has been derived from sources believed to be accurate. Please note - investing involves risk, and past performance is no guarantee of future results. The publisher is not engaged in rendering legal, accounting or other professional services. If assistance is needed, the reader is advised to engage the services of a competent professional.

This information should not be construed as investment, tax or legal advice and may not be relied on for the purpose of avoiding any Federal tax penalty. This is neither a solicitation nor recommendation to purchase or sell any investment or insurance product or service, and should not be relied upon as such. All indices are unmanaged and are not illustrative of any particular investment.

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1. SSA.gov, February 22, 2021 2. IRS.gov, November 16, 2020 3. IRS.gov, March 25, 2020 4. Policygenius.com, December 21, 2020

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Lennar Foundation’s $50M Gift Advances Lifesaving Cancer Research and Therapies The largest single contribution to City of Hope Orange County establishes Lennar Foundation Cancer Center

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orld-renowned cancer research and treatment center City of Hope Orange County has received a $50 million gift from Lennar Foundation, the charitable arm of homebuilder Lennar Corporation.

This transformational gift of hope is the largest single philanthropic contribution to City of Hope Orange County. It will expedite the health care organization’s bold plans to invest $1 billion to develop and operate a comprehensive cancer campus in Irvine, California, and establish an Orange County network of advanced cancer care and research that will speed groundbreaking treatments directly to a community with growing needs.

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of Hope Orange County will be located on 11 acres at Five Point’s Great Park in the heart of Irvine. It will bring best-in-class cancer care, pioneering research and lifesaving treatments to the county’s 3.2 million residents.

Construction is already underway on the comprehensive cancer center, which will open in 2022. In addition, Orange County’s only hospital dedicated exclusively to treating and curing cancer will open at City of Hope Irvine in 2025.

“This generous gift of hope is a historic moment for City of Hope,” said Annette M. Walker, president, City of Hope Orange County. “Thank you to Lennar Foundation, which is united in our vision and understands the urgency of our work, helping us ensure that our promise to Orange County will be fulfilled. We are building a place of hope and healing that will serve

residents of Orange County and beyond for generations to come.”

City of Hope’s presence in Orange County offers local access to City of Hope’s National Cancer Institutedesignated comprehensive cancer center with world-renowned cancer physicians and researchers who are singularly focused on finding better treatments and cures.

Lennar Foundation Cancer Center at City of Hope Orange County will bring to the region a host of distinguishing services, including, local access to more than 1,000 physicians and researchers who are transforming laboratory breakthroughs into targeted treatments that offer the best hope for patients, access to hundreds of clinical trials that make 21st century treatments available to cancer patients meeting clinical criteria soon

City of Hope Orange County President Annette M. Walker celebrates the Lennar Foundation gift with grateful patients, City of Hope leaders and Marshall Ames, Chairman of Lennar Foundation.

life and affect every piece of it. I want everyone who hears those words to have the same compassionate care and access to the latest treatments that I had. Having City of Hope in Orange County changes everything for cancer patients — present and future.

I’m so grateful to have this world-renowned care in my own community.”

A quote from a grateful patient is displayed on a window of the future Lennar Foundation Cancer Center.

after they are developed, a range of treatment options and new ways for preventing and treating cancer in its early stages.

“City of Hope saved my life,” said grateful Orange County patient Nicole Petersen Murr. “My family and I will be forever indebted to my doctor and care team. Anyone who has heard the words ‘You have cancer’ knows how those words change your

As the country emerges from the COVID-19 pandemic, Lennar Foundation’s extraordinary contribution underscores the importance of investing in local health care resources and increasing access to leadingedge care. For Orange County, it is a reminder that cancer does not stop, and that City of Hope’s mission is more important than ever.

Lennar has a long history in Orange County of developing thriving communities, including helping form the vision for a world-class recreation and lifestyle destination. This gift is an extension of this longstanding commit-

“Anyone who has heard the words ‘You have cancer’ knows how those words change your life ... I want everyone who hears those words to have the same compassionate care and access to the latest treatments that I had. Having City of Hope in Orange County changes everything for cancer patients — present and future.” - Nicole Petersen Murr

ment to improving lives in the regions Lennar helps shape. A portion of the gift to City of Hope is designated to support clinical translational research between City of Hope and the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center of the University of Miami, thus uniting two organizations supported by Lennar’s generosity who share similar goals in developing new treatments and cures for patients with cancer.

Lennar Foundation’s gift to City of Hope is a generous continuation of Lennar’s longstanding support of the comprehensive cancer center. Jon Jaffe, co-chief executive officer and co-president of Lennar Corporation, is a member of City of Hope’s Construction Industries Alliance Leadership Advisory Council, which raises funds for cancer treatment and research. In recognition of his contributions, Jaffe was awarded City of Hope’s highest honor — The Spirit of Life® Award in 2004.

“City of Hope is a leader in the treatment of and race to find a cure for cancer and it’s gratifying to know that, with this gift, we will make a positive impact by expanding access to care and advancing the research that will treat, prevent and ultimately eliminate cancer — we hope this contribution will encourage other philanthropic leaders to support City of Hope in the fight against cancer,” Jaffe said.

City of Hope Newport Beach, the first phase of City of Hope Orange County’s expansion, opened in early 2020, providing Orange County residents first-time local access to worldrenowned physicians backed by the powerful City of Hope network. City of Hope plans to open other clinical network locations across the region.

To make an appointment at City of Hope Newport Beach, call (949) 763-2204. For more information on the progress of City of Hope’s Orange County expansion, please visit CityofHope.org/OC. 9

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At the risk of dating myself, I remember roller skating with friends at the neighborhood rink when I was a kid so I am super excited to dust off my wheels and test my skills alongside my family and friends when this pop-up outdoor roller rink opens this month! Bonus!

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nlike the experience of my youth, skating here features oceanfront views (or under the stars after dark), specialty cocktails and bites and themed nights ranging from disco to Britney Spears.

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be enforced. Skate sessions are available for 90 minutes at $25 with skate rental or $22 if you bring your own skates. https://paseahotelandspa.ticketspice.com/pasea-roller-rink For those wanting to spend the weekend at Pasea after an evening of skating, they can book the "Stay Longer, Ride the Wave" package, which offers increasing discounts the more nights booked (15% off a two night stay, 20% off 3 nights, etc.). While on property, don't miss

Tanner's Treehouse, a swanky rooftop lounge overlooking the water.

May 5: Celebrate Cinco de Mayo music from Selena May 7: Disco Skate May 8: Nostalgia Night May 9: Mother’s Day Skate - Girls Just Wanna Have Fun (80s) May 10: Saturday Night Fever (70s) May 11: Boy Band Night (90s) May 12: 80s Night May 13: Donna Summer Tribute (70s) May 14: Disco Skate May 15: Nostalgia Night May 16: Celebrate the anniversary of “Oops…I Did it Again” with a Britney Spears Skate May 17: 80s Hair Metal Night May 18: Fleetwood Mac Skate (70s) May 19: Disco through the decades

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theme park at this time and party size is limited to three households.

Tickets to Universal Studios Hollywood are on sale for California residents only and can be purchased at www. universalstudioshollywood.com. The theme park is continuing to celebrate Annual and Season Pass Members with a series of complimentary Bonus Days on select days through Sunday, May 16.

Annual and Season Pass Members will be able to resume regular use of their passes starting on Monday, May 17.

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niversal Studios Hollywood (USH) welcomes guests back to the theme park to experience its dynamic thrill rides and attractions, including the all-new “The Secret Life of Pets: Off the Leash!” and “Jurassic World—The Ride,” which features the spectacularly realistic new dinosaur, Indominus rex.

While most rides will be operational, some rides and attractions will reopen at a later date as the theme park

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DOES MY CHILD TAKE DIRECTION WELL?

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How to Know if Your Child is Ready for Summer Camp

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hen your child hits a certain age, you might think that they’re ready for summer camp or sleepaway camp. However, being ready for camp isn’t as clear as reaching an age. Many kids start summer camp when they’re 8 to 10 years old. Other kids aren’t ready until they’re 11 or 12. To figure out if your child is ready for summer camp, take a look at their maturity level and personality by asking yourself these questions below.

HOW INDEPENDENT IS MY CHILD?

Independence is a big factor when determining if your child is ready. At summer camp, and especially sleepaway camp, your child must be independent enough to do some things, like brush their teeth, shower or bathe, dress themselves, and navigate most of their daily routine on their own.

Being self-reliant and mature enough to go to camp goes beyond personal hygiene. If an issue comes up, it’s best if your child knows how to ask an adult at camp for help. Has your child had successful sleepovers at friends’ homes? Have they had successful experiences with babysitters? Going to camp does teach kids independence, 14

so if you’re unsure that they’re ready, look at the other signs.

IS MY CHILD CONFIDENT WHEN TRYING NEW THINGS?

For most children, going to summer camp or sleepaway camp is an opportunity to experience new things.

Is your child ready to handle it with confidence?

Your child will likely participate in many activities that they haven’t tried before, from archery and sailing to pottery and ceramics. If your child reacts positively when being introduced to brand new things, they’re likely ready for camp.

Confidence is also necessary for making friends and adapting to new surroundings. Think about your child’s previous experiences with meeting unfamiliar kids, meeting new teachers, or exploring new classrooms.

Were they excited, or were they upset and tried to avoid the situation?

Going to camp can help nudge your child out of their comfort zone, but it’s best that they welcome new things and activities with open arms, at least for the most part.

While kids are not expected to be perfect at camp, remember that many camp rules are designed for child safety. When they’re not followed, the consequences can be disastrous. Your child should be willing to follow instructions given by adults, whether that’s going to bed at a certain time, moving on to a new activity, or remembering to do something for safety’s sake.

IS MY CHILD ASKING TO GO TO CAMP?

Here’s a sign as clear as day that your child is ready for camp: they’re asking you to go! Maybe they’ve never experienced camp before and they’ve heard about it from their friends at school.

Or maybe your child has been to day camps and is ready for a new adventure at an overnight camp. In either case, if they’re asking to go, that’s a very good sign that they’re ready for it.

WHAT DO I WANT MY CHILD TO LEARN?

When you’ve determined that your child is ready, ask yourself what you want them to learn at camp. Many summer camps and sleepaway camps are tailored towards certain activities, educational subjects, or adventures.

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If your child isn’t quite ready for overnight camps yet, try sending them to summer camps during the day as a trial run. Summer@Stratfordinfuses a STEAM curriculum into an enriching, fun summer camp experience.

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Mindful

Mom

By Anthony Cupo

Nothing in the world can fully describe the emotional roller coaster that is motherhood.

Motherhood marks a new chapter in a woman’s story and brings with it a new sense of purpose and meaning to life.

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others experience a myriad of new emotions and a fierce love for their children, like they have never felt before. Nonetheless, motherhood can get overwhelming and exhausting. Some days you may feel like you are being pulled in a thousand different directions, making you feel drained and in desperate need of some peace and quiet. This is where the art of mindfulness comes in. Mindfulness is a free and powerful tool that any mother can use to feel calm and present. Mindfulness has helped thousands of individuals be present in the moment, allowing their minds to be still. Applying mindfulness to your mothering can give you peace of mind, something that seemed to be a thing of the past since you entered motherhood. We will take a look at a few reasons why incorporating mindfulness into your mothering might be the best decision you ever make and a couple of ways you can begin incorporating it into your daily life.

Famous words from Diane Von Furstenberg, “the most important relationship is the one you have with yourself”; she is right. We can easily get lost in our children and completely forget about ourselves. The first step of taking care of others is taking care of yourself. If you are not at your best, you cannot give your children your best. Practicing mindfulness allows us to be kind and accepting of ourselves while not giving into negative thoughts, like we are not a good parent or we are not spending enough time 16

with our children, that leave us stressed and frustrated with ourselves. Mindfulness allows you to confidently acknowledge these feelings and process them without feeling overwhelmed by them. With consistent practice, you will feel yourself becoming happier and becoming calmer.

Allowing you to develop better methods to discipline your children without snapping at them and having better control of your anger.

BONDING WITH YOUR CHILD There are very few things in the world as unique as the mother-child bond. What if I told you mindfulness could help you have a stronger bond with your child? Mindfulness is all about being completely present in a moment.

Practicing mindfulness can help you be fully present in the moments you interact with your child giving them your undivided attention. It gives you the power to let go of whatever kind of mother you think you should be and enables you to just be with your child and soak in the time you have with them.

Furthermore, mindfulness allows you to be more aware of others and their feelings. Hence it can help you better understand your child’s moods and feelings at the moment and respond to their needs with love and compassion.

This can be especially useful the next time your child is throwing a tantrum.

REDUCE OVERREACTIONS AND BETTER CONTROL YOUR EMOTIONS Let’s be honest with ourselves, though you may love your children to bits, you must admit that sometimes they can push you to the limit. Children have this uncanny ability to push us to our absolute limit. However, by regularly practicing mindfulness you may find yourself with the unique ability to have complete control of your emotions. Now we are not saying that you will never get angry or frustrated with your child with your new-found mindfulness.

Instead, you will be able to acknowledge these feelings, calmly process them, and discipline your child accordingly.

Imagine that you go to your child’s room and find they have decided to decorate their room with a sharpie. While normally your first instinct might have been to yell, with regular mindfulness practice you can handle the situation more calmly and discipline your child without having to yell at them.

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ENHANCE YOUR INTUITION As a mother, you get advice and information from every corner. Sometimes all this information can get overwhelming and confusing as you wonder which advice to follow and which to disregard. Mindfulness allows you to access the greatest asset any mother has, your intuition. Practicing mindfulness can help you intuitively know what feels best for you and your child while effectively catering to their needs with no worries.

WAYS YOU CAN INCORPORATE MINDFULNESS INTO YOUR LIFE • Take a Breathing Break - A breathing break will do wonders in reducing your stress and anxiety throughout the day. The best part is you can do it anywhere and it will barely take you more than ten seconds. If you are feeling overwhelmed during the day, take a moment to tune into your breath. You can even put a hand on your chest to help you feel the movement. Whatever the situation, I guarantee you will be calmer once you take a few deep breaths.

• Savor the Moment - Try to give your full, open, accepting, and discerning attention to all your tasks throughout the day. No matter how mundane. Focus on how they make you feel. Find happiness in the moments with your children.

Mindfulness can make your motherhood a delightful experience. However, note that mindfulness is like a muscle, to grow it you need to regularly practice. Incorporating the above methods in your daily life can go a long way in making you a more mindful mother.

Anthony Cupo is a trained mindfulness facilitator (TMF) from the UCLA Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior. He is a co-owner of Stepping Forward Counseling Center, LLC and has been meditating for over 30 years.

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Paris in a Cup Tea Salon and Boutique

For this showcase, we asked Cheryl Turner, owner of Paris in a Cup, to share her personal vision and inspiration behind her immensely popular tea salon and boutique based in historic Old Town Orange ... in her own words and just in time for Mother’s Day!

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isitors to my Tea Salon frequently why I chose a French theme for my restaurant, my answer is always the same. I love all things French, especially the beautiful city of Paris. Due to an inner-ear problem, I have never been to the City of Love, so I decided to bring it stateside.

I’m a fan of old movies, so I incorporated elements from the silver screen era while designing and planning my restaurant. You’ll see touches from movies like “An American In Paris,” “Weekend At The Waldorf,” “Gigi” and more. My plan was to give my guest an escape, to be transported to another era, if only for an hour or two.

Even the clock on the wall reads Paris time and you’ll find the daily Paris forecast displayed in the gift shop. If I had to describe my decorating style, I would have to say “Vintage Parisian Glamour.”

We offer our guest two experiences, shopping and dining. When you first enter, you’ll discover a little French souvenir shop filled with much of the same

merchandise you find when you visit Paris, France. I have worked very carefully with several French Importers to assure my customer they are getting an authentic souvenir.

Our Tea Market offers our guest a sample “sniff” of every tea we carry, so you can make your tea selection before enjoying it in the salon or purchasing it to take home. You’ll find French gourmet goods, tea towels, candies, chocolates, watches and of course Eiffel Towers. French themed jewelry adorned with Eiffel Towers and fleur di lis are abundant and quite reasonably priced. We’re a great spot to find a gift for your favorite Francophile, or that hard to buy for person.

After browsing you enter our Tea Salon, deliberately separated from the shop. Once seated in the salon you’ll forget you’re in the US. Our guests are transported to another place and time as they sit back in our cushy, European style banquettes or

on one of our oversized chairs. Enjoy our French café music while dining.

Close your eyes, you’re in Paris. The menu features tea fare, luncheon and tempting desserts, along with our vast tea selections menu containing 130 teas.

Throughout the year, we have many fun events and themed teas. Some of our most popular include our Meet the Author Teas, Best Friends Tea for Valentine’s Day, Little Black Dress Tea and Mother’s Day Teas. Our salon is available for bridal showers and baby showers.

If you haven’t visited us as of yet, I sincerely hope I have tempted you to drop in and say “Bonjour.” We’re open Wednesday through Sunday serving from 11 AM to 3 PM and our boutique stays open for shopping until 5 PM. Don’t forget to take a box of our French macarons home with you. I promise you, you’ll be back for more. À bientôt!

You’ll find Paris In A Cup at 119 S Glassell Street in Old Towne Orange.

To avoid disappointment, please call for reservations (714) 538-9411.

Email parisinacup@yahoo.com, visit www.parisinacup.com.

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BRONWYN GORMAN | Decorating Den Interiors

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Over a half-century ago, a former fabric salesman named Steve Bursten had a vision: an unparalleled interior design catalogue that would match creatives to homes across the US and Canada.

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riginally known as American Drapery Consultants, Steve took his dream to the streets, and within a single year, the first franchise was born. Today, with designers scattered across the states and our neighbor to the north, Decorating Den Interiors (DDI) can tackle a single room or build an entirely new home with you. To your style, with your specifications, using the best product possible.

An expert in her field, Interior Designer Bronwyn Gorman is more than a creative mind at DDI. Bringing a treasure trove of style to the table and a pocketful of tricks and tips to build out the most “you” space possible, her methodologies are deliberate and dedicated. “I truly believe that a home should reflect the people who live in it, not the person who designed it.”

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A longtime Orange County resident, Bronwyn embraces the unique lifestyle of its population, and the indoor-outdoor spaces that reflect it.

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“A house isn’t just a home, it is your refuge, your sanctuary at the end of the day, and responsible for ushering you into each new one," she says. "I want to promote health and happiness with my designs - from the ease of process to the details in your favorite room.”

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The last 12 months have been some of the most taxing in recent memory. Nearly a year of intermittent lockdown, skyrocketing unemployment rates, global pandemic.

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The Renaissance Esmeralda Resort & Spa:

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a more restrictive environment over the past year, we discovered a true silver lining in the abundance of local “stay-cation” destinations so close to home. Short on travel time/driving distance. Long on amenity, attraction, recreation and relaxation.

I’m not certain, but I’d guess that if you mentioned Palm Desert in a conversation anywhere in Southern California, you’d get a few reactions.

There’d be a group who’d talk exclusively about Coachella, a massive music festival that takes over part of the desert every year. Another group would probably mention the worldclass golf courses. A third might start gushing about the gorgeous resorts, spa getaways and vacation spots located in Indian Wells. They’d all be accurately depicting one of California’s most iconic desert communities.

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Founded in 1967, the city of Indian Wells - located in Riverside County - marks the heart of SoCal’s desert resort destinations. City leadership has long spent time ensuring the area boasts the most verdant golf courses, hiking, biking, and horseback riding trails, and of course, stylish boutiques, delicious restaurants, and premier resort properties.

Pre-pandemic, our family of avid travelers often sought out unique retreats for spring breaks, summer vacations and long weekends. In the midst of

Among our favorite recent finds?

Nestled at the foot of the Santa Rosa Mountains, the Renaissance Esmeralda Resort & Spa in Indian Wells is a pristine oasis in the desert valley. Following a recent multi-million dollar renovation, the reimagined resort is a distinctive property with a nod to the hotel’s storied legacy and star-studded history, which is incorporated into its intriguing new look. An early home to Hollywood icons from Bob Hope to the Rat Pack, the resort is a favorite among new and up-andcoming generations of icons.

The property showcases 560 luxurious, oversized guest rooms (including 103 spacious suites) - all with

balconies and breathtaking views of the mountains, pool or golf course.

Design features start in the stunning multi-story lobby (think grand staircase, indoor fountain and cozy workspaces with views of the surrounding lush Mediterranean-inspired landscaping) and extend throughout the resort to a gorgeous outdoor gathering area, an intimate olive tree grove and what is arguably its crown jewel - the largest pool in the desert - complete with cascading waterfall and sandy beach.

We opted to while away the better part of the day and rented a private cabana – the perfect perch from which watch over the kids as they swam and splashed to their hearts content. The H2O Pool Bar meant that we didn’t need to venture away from the water’s edge for light fare and drinks - and bonus! the umbrellas are equipped with solar panels so you can charge your electronic devices if you don’t want to completely “unplug.”

Celebrity Course & Players Course AKA “Beauty and the Beast” have hosted Golf Channel’s Big Break and the PGA’s Skins Game.

Adventure seekers can head out for hiking or mountain biking on nearby trails while guests like me looking for a more relaxing retreat will head straight to Spa Esmeralda, a 13,000-square-foot full-service spa that combines intimacy, serenity and wellness for guests. The spa features 11 indoor treatment rooms, eight treatment cabanas, one indoor couple’s suite, men’s and women’s steam rooms and relaxation lounges, as well as a garden courtyard with a plunge pool.

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The Proof is in the Paint with

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By Jody Robinson

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Ralph Waldo Emerson famously said “who you are speaks so loudly I cannot hear what you’re saying.” Keeping this quote in mind has served me well over the years, particularly in choosing friends … and when seeking out the services of professionals. In my opinion, integrity isn’t a word heard often enough in the business world. Competitive, certainly.

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ut unfortunately phrases like “bottom-line oriented,” “unscrupulous,” even “cutthroat” have cropped up in the vernacular when hearing home improvement gone wrong stories from fellow homeowners. That’s why it was so refreshing to come across Jeff McCabe and his Orange County-based One Way Painting.

In business since 1976, Jeff and his team serve all of the OC and specialize in interior and exterior residential and commercial painting. They swear by the rules of professionalism: “no cutting corners. No cheap materials.

We pay attention to every detail, and never call a job complete until the customer is completely satisfied.”

Some might call it good Christian values. Others might say it’s simply good

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business. But for the last 42 years, working from the heart has earned One Way Painting such a respected reputation in the industry that the vast majority of their work comes through repeat customers or referrals from repeat customers. The company’s success isn’t merely rooted in customer service though. Boasting a superior knowledge of available product on the market and hiring the most professional crews in the business also goes a long way.

“Our reputation speaks for itself; but if it didn’t, we have 16 satisfied employees on our permanent payroll who would put a hand up in

defense of the standards we set,” says Jeff. Standards which were born and bred through a commitment to ethical business practices and hard work. In 2001, Jeff teamed up with seasoned professional Ron Bartz as a journeyman, then took over the company when Ron retired, and has been growing it ever since.

In 2009, Jeff took the pair of threeman crews and expanded the operation to encompass six crews, two office staff, and a project manager who oversees jobs, right alongside the man with the plan himself. “We currently have four trucks on the road and I’d like a full fleet someday. I’d like to leave a legacy for my daughters, and that means more than just cans of paint and a warehouse full of equipment and materials.”

To Jeff, it means taking care of his employees, taking care of his family: taking care of business.

The hope is that One Way Painting becomes a household name, for its quality of work and quality of values.

My husband and I can happily attest to both. When we moved into our home in San Juan Capistrano five years ago, we acquired quotes for exterior painting from several contractors, but were particularly impressed with Jeff and his crew. Prior to starting work at our home, Jeff came by in person to go over what the job would entail and answered all of our questions. His team showed up right on time the first day - and each subsequent day - and at the end of each day everything was cleaned up before they left.

process and followed up immediately upon completion of the job to ensure that we were satisfied with the results and our overall experience of working with One Way Painting).

Their attention to detail is found from start to finish. For exterior projects, they begin by power washing to clean and remove any loose paint, mildew or mold. Then the patching: with stucco, trenching around the foundations and priming with an acrylic. They’ll treat your wood siding, eaves, fascia,

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Most work depends on the client’s preference: flat to semi-gloss, acrylic or oil finish. Inside walls see flat, matte, eggshell, satin, semi, or hi-gloss. If you have natural wood cabinets and they need refinishing, One Way’s crew will see to it that they look new again. Also licensed and bonded as commercial painters, Jeff’s crew has been making businesses and their buildings look new again for 42 years. With a free on-site estimate, your custom needs are sure to have a custom solution. No deposits required, and “no surprises along the way,” Jeff is quick to add.

“I think at the end of the day what sets us apart is taking our time with each and every customer that comes our way,” says Jeff. “We run a business like every person we interact with is family.” They may not be the cheapest out there, but then that wouldn’t fly in Emerson’s eyes, and not in Jeff’s either. “Our business is based on the Christian ethic of treating every customer with honesty and integrity. Every job is done ‘as unto the Lord.’ Does this mean we’re perfect? No. It does mean that we strive to do the best painting job possible.”

“We pride ourselves on working with a team of long-term employees - we do not hire off the street,” says Jeff.

“We guarantee our work and do not require payment till the job is completed and the customer is completely pleased with our work.”

Jeff and his crew delivered on these promises and more than exceeded our expectations - the result was outstanding work, a job completed on time and on budget and defined by unparalleled customer service (Kelly in his office was hyper-responsive to our inquiries during the estimating

Connect with Jeff, Kelly and the One Way Painting team by calling (866) 986-9781, visit onewaypainting.com or YELP for reviews.

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The Mental Health Consequences of COVID-19 An Interview with Dr. Sarit Hovav, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association

By Jody Robinson

One of the greatest thought experiments of all time describes a wooden ship: have you heard of it?

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he problem asks if the ship remains itself if all of its individual pieces are replaced, one by one. Over the last year, this puzzle has rattled around in my mind, paralleling at times, the question of sameness when it comes to the unprecedented ramifications of the COVID-19 pandemic on our global population.

If something begins one way, and changes and changes and changes, can we still emerge into sameness when everything is said and done?

Dr. Sarit Hovav, M.D., FAPA believes the ship will never be the same, and yet at the same time, that on what we may sail out from the harbor could be even more glorious and steady than where we once began.

Founder of Lifetime Insight, Dr. Hovav is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. An honors graduate from medical school, she went on to complete a postdoctoral fellowship in Brain Stimulation and Neuroimaging in Mental Illness at UCLA’s prestigious Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior. Well-equipped to answer any question one might have about mental health or the interplay between it and overall well-being, Dr. Hovav believes we are facing down “what may be the most urgent public health challenge worldwide for decades to come.” Due to the pandemic and the quarantine orders that followed soon after, the global populus is looking down at a ship which likely no longer seems recognizable. Social isolation, loneliness, lack of activity, binge-watching TV, fatigue, impaired self-regulation, overeating: the list is endless. “Increased access to alco38

hol, more online gambling, fear of negative economic effects; all associated with depression and anxiety.

It’s no wonder that every study published to date has shown increases in self-reported symptoms of substance abuse, depression, trauma and stressrelated symptoms.”

I don’t think there is one human being on earth right now who hasn’t felt the mental effects of the pandemic in some way, from kids who have had to adjust to distance learning or are suffering in silence due to at-home abuse, to women with reduced options out of domestic violence cases under shelter-in-place orders.

“Even if there isn’t enough cause to seek help from a physician or other health care clinician, let us also not be surprised what the impact of the pandemic on global health for years to come,” says Dr. Hovav. The discussion, as we build our new ship piece by piece, turns to those with preexisting mental health conditions or metabolic syndrome. Something as simple as high cholesterol or excess abdominal fat can work in tandem to deliver a composite predictor of a lethal COVID-19 outcome. “Increasing the odds of mortality by the combined effects of its individual components”, Dr. Hovav notes, “as this cluster of conditions together create a syndrome that increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, and diabetes.”

As we piece it all together, bit by bit, it can begin to look a bit disheartening. Certainly, faced with a terrifying correlation between pre-existing mental health conditions triggering

metabolic syndrome, which in turn increases the lethality of the global pandemic makes the current waters seem impassible, despite the worthiness of the vessel. And yet. And yet. An incredibly favorable outcome brought about due to the pandemic?

Telehealth. “While there were physicians providing this type of care pre-COVID, it was typically uncommon and almost never covered by commercial insurance.” Now, nearly every insurance on the market covers telehealth services, which brings more physicians and psychiatrists face-to-face with patients all over the country. “We’ve found that telepsychiatry is comparable to face-to-face services, and has shown high patient satisfaction.”

For some with anxiety, it is the perfect solution. No visit to an uncomfortable office, or negotiating an early leave from work. “The treatment outcomes are reliable, it’s more convenient, it’s covered and it’s more and more common.” The ship will sail. At some point, the waters will rise, and the ship, a ship, will leave port. Will it be the old or the new? In a lot of ways, that’s up to us. “If you need help, reach out. If you’re not getting the help you need, make an appointment. We’ll test the waters together.”

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