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Take a Moment with the Merrills Who else would you ask other than the “Medicare Answer Man” or the "Medicare Presenter" for Mission Hospital?

Congratulations, You’re Turning 65!

One of the biggest benefits of turning 65 is you qualify for Medicare, but many are not sure how it works and what they should do now. This 2019 Special Edition Newsletter will take you through the process and explain in plain English what you need to do.

By now you have probably received tons of mail and trying to pick one company or agent over the others can be challenging. We can help! We are the Merrills, and we have helped thousands of baby boomers with their Medicare Insurance in Orange County.

Here are some basics for your consideration.

Original Medicare (Parts A and B) Medicare was started in July of 1965. It is provided by the government and pays fees for your care directly to the doctors and hospitals you visit. Part A helps with hospital cost and Part B helps with doctor and outpatient care. In 2005, the government added part D and this helps pay for prescription drug costs. Part D is covered later in this newsletter, but you need to know you’re required to have “credible drug coverage” as part of your plan.

Medicare Part A (Hospital Coverage) Part A helps with the cost of your inpatient hospital stays and skilled nursing care after a hospital stay. Medicare part A premium is free to you as long as you have worked at least 10 years in this country. Although the monthly premium is free, the deductibles and copays are not. To walk into a hospital will cost over $1,300 and if your stay is longer than 60 days, then a copay of over $300 is added on for days 61-90 and over $600 per day for days 91-150.

Medicare Part B (Doctor Visits) Part B helps with doctor visits including outpatient care at hospitals and clinics, lab tests and some skilled nursing care. The nice part is you can see any qualified doctor who is eligible to participate in Medicare and who is accepting new patients. There is a monthly premium for Part B and most people pay $135.50 per month, but if you’re single and making more than $85,000 per year or married making over $170,000, you will pay a higher monthly premium. As far as copays, you’ll pay the first $185 then generally Part B pays 80% of your doctors’ fees and you are responsible for the remaining 20%. In our experience, the Part B 20% that you are responsible for puts you at unlimited financial risk. (We’ll talk later about ways to limit your risk.)

Medicare Part D (Prescription Drugs) Part D helps with the cost of prescription drugs. Part D plans are sold by private companies and range in price anywhere from $15 to over $100 per month. WORD OF WARNING: You will read that Part D is optional. The problem is if you don’t sign up when you first become eligible and decide to at a later date, you will be assessed a penalty and that penalty will stay with you the rest of your life. For example, a person turns 65 and doesn’t take medication and decides against enrolling in Part D. When they turn 70, their doctor prescribes an expensive medication and this individual decides to enroll into Medicare Part D. Shortly thereafter they receive a letter from Medicare stating their late enrollment penalty. In this example that person’s penalty would be roughly $25 per month for the rest of their life.

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Original Medicare doesn’t cover everything.

Original Medicare helps you get basic coverage, but you should expect to pay some of the costs. Many people enroll in additional insurance coverage to help them pay for the cost and benefits that aren’t covered by Original Medicare Parts A and B. That is why you need to know the difference between Medicare Supplement Plans and Medicare Advantage Plans.

Medicare Advantage Plans: (Medicare Part C):

Medicare Advantage plans are run by private companies. You have probably heard of United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Shield, SCAN, Humana, Kaiser, etc. These companies offer Advantage Plans. They combine coverage for certain hospital costs, doctor visits and most include Part D coverage at no additional cost. In most plans you choose a primary doctor and your doctor has access to specialists within their group.

Many plans offer additional benefits not offered by Original Medicare such as Vision, Dental, Hearing, Chiropractic, Acupuncture and Gym Memberships. Although you continue to pay your Part B premium, many Advantage Plans offer $0 monthly cost. All plans also offer Out-of-pocket limits on medical cost.

(Remember the unlimited 20% you’re responsible for on Part B costs?) There is one health question that can keep you from being eligible: ‘Do you have end stage renal disease?’ If that is a no, you’re in! Each year you have a chance to change your coverage during the Annual Enrollment Period (AEP), which starts October 15th and runs through December 7th.

Medicare Supplement Plans: These are also called Medigap plans as they help you cover some or all of the costs that Medicare Parts A and B don’t cover. The nice part is you can see any doctor in the USA that participates in Medicare. For the freedom of seeing any participating doctor, the premium is higher. Remember you still keep paying your Part B premium and with a supplement plan, your Part D premium is separate and not built in like most Advantage plans are. When you turn 65, you have a guaranteed issue in a Supplement Plan and are ‘Guaranteed Renewable.’ That means the policy renews automatically from year to year as long as you pay the premium on time.

Personal Note We can’t tell you the hundreds of times we’ve sat at a kitchen table and the person turning 65 walks over with a stack of papers 3 inches thick and says, “Am I really supposed to read all this?” Our job is to help people with their Medicare insurance – that’s all we do 365 days a year! Obviously we would like to earn your business, but more importantly we want to make sure you have the best insurance that is tailored around your needs. Also, we make sure you are within Medicare’s rules so you don’t receive a dreaded penalty letter!

By the way, the person you sign up with becomes your Medicare agent, so choose wisely!

Thank you for reading this Special Edition. We hope you learned a lot. The bottom line is this: don’t mess around with something as important as your health insurance. This is all we do (Medicare education and enrollments), and there is no fee for you to choose us as your Medicare partners. Why take a chance and do it yourself? Call us today and let’s get started.

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any people travel long distances and have to remain seated for two or three hours or even longer. They might not think much of it, but when movement is constrained, the blood circulation in the legs is restricted. This can contribute to heavy legs, leg pain and swollen feet and ankles.

Prolonged sitting is also a major risk factor for the development of phlebitis and Deep-vein Thrombosis (DVT). Deep-vein Thrombosis involves the formation of blood clots (thrombi) in the deep leg veins during prolonged inactivity. In some cases, blood clots can migrate to the lungs resulting in a pulmonary embolism.

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Which is Better: Annual Mammograms or a Personalized Screening Schedule?

Women receive mixed messages about how often they should get mammograms. Even national guidelines differ in their recommendations, giving health care providers no clear protocol to follow. A study among the University of California medical centers and their collaborators aims to end this confusion.

Q: What is the WISDOM Study and why is it needed?

A: Knowing how often to get a mammogram can be really confusing. That’s why scientists and doctors designed the Wisdom Study. We want to find out if all women need to get a mammogram every year, or if it’s better to personalize how often women should be screened based on their individual risk. Our goal is to determine the best way to schedule mammograms to improve breast cancer screening while reducing the number of call backs, false alarms, and biopsies for women who do not have breast cancer.

Q: How can I participate in the WISDOM Study and what would I do as a participant?

A: You can join the WISDOM Study if you are a female, age 40-74, and have never been diagnosed with breast cancer or ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS). You do not need to get your mammogram at a UC Medical Center, as long as your provider is in California.

If you decide to participate in the study and are in the Annual Group, you will be asked to get a mammogram every year starting at age 40. This has been the standard for the past thirty years and is the guideline recommended by some professional organizations.

If you’re in the Personalized Group, you will be assigned your own personal screening schedule, based on your medical history, family health history, lifestyle, and genetic testing (which will be done using a saliva test sent through the mail). Some women in this group will be advised to get a mammogram every year, some more frequently, and some less frequently. Women at higher risk for breast cancer in either study group may be offered additional services with our Athena Breast Health Specialist.

You will also be asked to answer several questionnaires about your health history, family cancer history, and health 14 July 2019

status. Keep in mind you will receive good care regardless of which group you are in, and no study participant will be advised to be screened less frequently than the current recommended guidelines of the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force.

Q: What factors will you use to determine my breast cancer risk?

A: Decades of research have provided us with a better understanding of breast cancer biology and the factors that contribute to breast cancer risk. We will be looking at the following to determine your breast cancer risk regardless of which group you are in (Annual or Personalized): • Your age • Your race/ethnicity • Your family history of breast cancer • Your history of benign (non-cancer) breast issues • Your breast density (how fibrous and glandular your breast tissue is, which can be seen on your mammogram) If you are in the Personalized Group, these additional factors will be included in your breast cancer risk assessment: • Your genes (inherited gene mutations that have been linked to breast cancer risk)

To learn more and sign up, visit www.wisdomstudy.org. Have questions or concerns? Please email: athena@uci.edu or call (714) 456-7772.

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A Member of All of Us California

UC Irvine (UCI) is one of the Institutions selected by the National Institute of Health to lead the All of Us Research Program in California, and Dr. Hoda Anton-Culver is the Principal Investigator at UCI. This Research Program is a national effort that aims at engaging one million or more participants nationwide to change the future of health.

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C Irvine has been very successful in leading this effort in California. More than 194,000 people have already joined across the country.

Dr. Anton-Culver, what is the All of Us Research Program?

The All of Us Research Program is led by the National Institutes of Health and part of the larger Precision Medicine Initiative. The goal is to engage one million or more volunteers living in the U.S. to improve health outcomes, fuel the development of new treatments for disease, and catalyze a new era of evidence-based and more precise preventive care and medical treatment. The mission of All of Us is simple: we want to speed up health research and change the future of health towards individualized care. Participants will share different kinds of health information over time to help build one of the largest, most diverse biomedical resources of its kind. Researchers will be able to access the data for a wide range of studies on different health conditions.

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What is precision medicine?

Precision medicine is health care that is based on each individual. It takes into account factors like where you live, what you do, and your family health history. At the moment, health care is often one-size-fits-all. But imagine a future where your health treatments are tailored to you. This is called precision medicine. We can help make that future possible.

Why is UCI so successful in conducting the All of Us Research Program?

I think we are successful for a number of reasons. Our research team strongly believes in the importance of this research program as an unprecedented opportunity to change the future of health for our people, our community and our society. We created an amazing network of local healthcare providers, clinic staff members, and collaborators who are enthusiastically helping to promote the mission of the program in different ways. Our staff members are very well trained

and mostly bilingual to overcome participants’ language barriers and cultural differences, and the positive experience of our participants is of paramount priority. We work together as a team to accomplish this important mission.

Why should someone consider joining All of Us? People join for many reasons: to learn more about their health, to help improve the health of their communities and future generations, to help researchers find the best ways for people to stay healthy, and to help researchers one day create better tests and treatments. The longer a person stays involved with All of Us, the more they can learn about themselves and help speed up health research and medical breakthroughs.

Can anyone join?

Yes, all eligible adults, 18 years old or older can join.

What does participation involve?

People can create an account by visiting JoinAllofUs. org and provide their consent to get started. Then they’ll be asked to share their electronic health record and complete surveys. They can do all of this from their computer, tablet, or smartphone, or at one of our locations listed below. They will come to our clinics to have their physical measurements taken and to provide blood and urine sample. At completion of these steps, they will receive a $25 gift card.

The All of Us Program will last for at least 10 years.

We hope that participants will stay involved over time, responding to questionnaires and participating in other activities as they become available.

What do people need to do to participate at UCI? They can contact us by phone (949 824-0282) or email (allofus@uci.edu) to schedule an appointment with us at one of the following locations: UCI Clinics in Irvine (Gottschalk Plaza Clinic or Gavin Herbert Eye Institute), UCI Medical Center in Orange, UCI Family Medicine in Santa Ana and Anaheim, Westminster Medical Center, and the Florence Sylvester Memorial Senior Center in Laguna Woods. They can also selfschedule the appointment at allofus.health.uci.edu.

What will you do to protect participant’s privacy?

We will take great care to protect participants’ information. Here are a few of the steps we will take: a) Information we have about participants will be stored on protected computers. We will limit and keep track of who sees the information; b) we will remove names

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and other direct identifiers (like your Social Security number) from the participants’ information and replace them with a code; c) Researchers must promise not to try to find out who the participants are. d) We will tell the participant if there is a risk to privacy because of a data breach. e) The All of Us Research Program has Certificates of Confidentiality from the U.S. government. This will help us fight legal demands (such as a court order) to give out information that could identify the participant.

Why is All of Us Research important for Orange County?

The All of Us Research Program is important in Orange County because of the diversity of our population in this area, which includes Asians, Hispanics and other diverse populations including low socioeconomic people who are in general underrepresented in biomedical research. This helps to know more about their health and their risk factors for developing diseases. If we want to do meaningful research for the entire country and not just certain subsets of communities, we’re going to need broad participation. We are particularly interested in groups that are currently underrepresented in biomedical research.

As leaders of this research program it is our responsibility to make sure that “all of us” have the opportunity to participate in the program and make a difference. Therefore, we will do our best to engage our community, earn people’s trust and give them the opportunity to participate in this research program.

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ening and lengthening of pilates can lessen chronic pain, such as lower back pain, arthritis, headaches and carpal tunnel syndrome, lower blood pressure and reduce insomnia,” says Shellie.

“Aside rom the physical benefits, one of the best benefits of sweating is how it helps a person manage stress, which is known to have devastating effects on the body and mind.”

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Because each has many different appearances, it is important to know the early warning signs.

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ook especially for change of any kind. Do not ignore a suspicious spot simply because it does not hurt.

Skin cancers may be painless, but dangerous all the same. If you notice one or more of the warning signs, see a board-certified dermatologist right away, preferably one who specializes in diseases of the skin.

ACTINIC KERATOSIS An actinic keratosis (AK) is a crusty, scaly growth caused by damage from exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation.

An AK is considered a precancer because if left alone, it could develop into a skin cancer. AKs are the product of a lifetime accumulation of UV damage and typically appear on areas most commonly exposed sun, such as the backs of the hands, forearms, face, neck, and scalp.

BASAL CELL CARCINOMA Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is the most frequently occurring form of all cancers, with more than 4 million cases of diagnosed in the U.S. each year. BCCs may look like open sores, red patches, pink growths, shiny bumps, or scars. Any skin lesion that doesn’t heal, or bleeds with even gentle trauma, such as drying with a towel, is concerning for a BCC. SQUAMOUS CELL CARCINOMA Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) is an uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells arising in the epidermis, the skin’s outermost layer. SCCs often look like scaly red patches, crusty bumps, warts, or elevated growths with a central depression. SCCs may appear suddenly and some forms are tender to touch. They can become disfiguring and sometimes deadly if allowed to grow. More than 1 million cases of SCC are diagnosed each year in the U.S., which translates to about 115 cases diagnosed every hour. Incidence has increased by 200 percent in the past three decades in the U.S., and more than 15,000 Americans die each year from this type of skin cancer.

MELANOMA Melanoma is a very dangerous form of skin cancer. Melanoma is caused mainly by intense, occasional UV exposure (frequently leading to sunburn), especially in those who are

genetically predisposed to the disease. An estimated 178,560 cases of melanoma are diagnosed in the U.S. each year and is fatal for an estimated 9,320 of these patients. Fortunately, if melanoma is recognized and treated early, it is almost always curable.

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2. Melanoma can appear anywhere on the skin, including the palms/soles, under your nails, and places...for most, have never seen the light of day (genitalia). For this reason, it is important to look everywhere. Lock the bathroom door, get out a hand mirror, and check, it could save your life.

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Carolyn and future zookeeper Colton Almquist pose with Gillie Guinea Pig.

I don’t know that I’ve ever uttered the phrase “it all started with a guinea pig.” Certainly, this is the first time I have ever personally written the phrase. But I’m more than tickled by the notion that a whirlwind of events which has started the former owner of ZOOMARS iconic San Juan Capistrano petting zoo down the path of adventure was with, you guessed it: a guinea pig. Not just any guinea pig.

Gillie Guinea Pig. Carolyn Franks, couldn’t stop smiling before. Now, I’m betting it would take an incredible feat to curb her enthusiasm.

Former owner, you ask? The success of Carolyn’s first book has opened the door to an unimaginable adventure - one that has been 15 years in the making since she first envisioned an innocent, affordable family entertainment opportunity. A petting zoo named ZOOMARS in the historic Los Rios District of San Juan Capistrano resulted, and is the stuff of history now. A “backyard barnyard” from the start, the zoo buildings date back to the 1800’s, and its property is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Home to a vast number of creatures and critters alike, the llamas, ponies, goats, sheep, bunnies and of course, guinea pigs will soon be in the caring hands of local developer Dan Almquist whose own children and wife Lindsey are longtime friends and fans of the beloved zoo. And, most importantly, who wish to keep it, enrich it, and bolster its already sterling reputation for years to come.

Going GILLIE Gone!

Owner Carolyn Franks sells

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Almquist will be one of only a handful of owners of the property in two centuries. The land was once part of the Mission, then a Mexican ranch owned by the Rios family, then the Nieblas family (both relatives of the native inhabitants, the Acjachemen), then granted to Delfina Olivares, the town matriarch. In 1980, Gil and Millie Jones bought the parcel and opened the Jones Family Mini Farm.

Gil served as a two-term mayor. They sold the property to Carolyn when they retired in 2005.

“Like me,” Carolyn notes, “the original Jones Family would only sell the petting zoo to someone who would promise to keep it a zoo. I believe that after 15 years, I have taken ZOOMARS as far as I can on my own. I see how much Dan Almquist and his company Frontier Development, truly care about historic restoration and preservation in San Juan and they have the investors and the construction know-how to revitalize old buildings. It’s great to showcase these 1800s structures for all to enjoy, but no one realizes the enormous amount of money it takes to preserve and continuously repair them. Dan’s

projects in town inspire growth and yet are in keeping with our old town charm. There is no one I trust more than Dan to pass the torch to.”

As a former San Juan Mayor, Gil Jones also supports Dan’s vision for growth in town and his approval was also important to Carolyn. “I wanted to make sure I had Gil and Millie’s blessing before selling and called to ask them for it before I approached Dan. I told them I knew he would keep their ‘farm’ alive and that it would be in good hands. The property was never listed for sale as I only approached Dan privately.”

The property holds four listings on the National Register of Historic Places - the Olivares House, the Owner’s Cottage, the San Juan Springs Bathhouse and River Street, which Dan purchased 50% of when he bought the Ito Nursery next door a few years ago.

“Dan has a proposed project on the nursery site (pending City Council approval on July 2nd), which was

another reason I felt he was the ideal person to approach,” says Carolyn.

“Should the River Street Marketplace be voted in, the petting zoo would be incorporated into their plan, constructed in a California craftsman design.” The project can be viewed at riverstreetsjc.com.

HOLLYWOOD CALLS Carolyn, in the meantime, will be taking Gillie straight to Hollywood.

For as it turns out, her literary agent loved Gillie and his friends so much, she suggested an animated series for television, which Carolyn is in the process of writing now. With preliminary interest from a few studios already, due to its uniqueness, the show would be based on many of Carolyn’s real-life stories at ZOOMARS intertwined with an imaginary place called GUINEAPIGVILLE. It would also incorporate two original soundtracks

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Carolyn produced, “We Are Not Hamsters,” and “Ponies Don’t Surf.”

Carolyn with Gil and Millie Jones, founders of the mini-farm, for whom Gillie is named

“I lost everything I owned to keep the zoo afloat after the economic crash in 2008, and a divorce in 2009. Thankfully, a local San Juanian and close friend lent me an inordinate amount of money to keep things going and I struggled for every dollar to pay her back. My bookkeeper would run to the bank at 4:45 to ensure every check would clear. Through years of tough times, using creative ideas to promote business, countless Groupon deals, free pop-up petting zoos, a summer camp, and even a disastrous dino extinction; the stars aligned.”

A mom who’d taken her daughter to ZOOMARS had illustrated a kid’s book, and wanted Carolyn to see it.

“I couldn’t type fast enough: ‘Can you draw a guinea pig?’” The rest

Illustration by Michele G. Dodds is a 32-page masterpiece. All 5,000 books sold within a few months, Gillie won a prestigious award, and after 15 years, Carolyn feels like passing the ZOOMARS torch is the best possible gift to her community.

Gillie, meanwhile, is getting ready to load into a vintage Airstream Motorhome, which Carolyn always dreamed of owning and recently just purchased, and start doing shows locally. The series, called “Go Gillie Go!” is set to follow Gillie and his friends (the ones he met in the book at Mr. Parker’s Pet Shop) as they do pop-up shows around the country benefiting animals in need. “I can’t tell you all 26 July 2019

the juicy details about Gillie’s Roadshow, or Sheriff Gillie will arrest me, but I can tell you that his Airstream holds a ‘secret’ that takes him and his friends on some wild rides,” Carolyn says with a smile. “And maybe … we’ll even meet Juan the Dinosaur again.”

“My heart will always be here with my animals. I’m staying on before, during and after the sale to serve as a consultant, cheerleader and guinea-pig

petter. It’s in the contract! Dan and I both want the transition to be seamless for our ZOOMARS community.

Those familiar staff faces, like Nina, Gerald and Angel the emu, who have been with me from the beginning, will still be here.” And all the allure of ZOOMARS will continue to come with parties, pony rides, bunnies, goats, sheep, bunnies and chickens. And of course, their signature 100 guinea pigs!

And to think, it began with one. As Carolyn likes to say “ A n y t h i n g ’s possible with love and a carrot stick.”

Follow Carolyn Franks’ journey on instragram @FranklyCarolyn.

ZOOMARS is located at 31791 Los Rios St. in San Juan Capistrano. For information, call (949) 831-6550 or visit zoomars.com

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2019 is a big year for Southern California’s southern gem: San Diego. Marking the 250th anniversary of the eighth largest city in the nation, the oceanside pearl known for gorgeous beaches, distinct communities and a rich cultural history dating back tens of thousands of years. An exciting time for an exciting place: first found by the Kumeyaay Nation, and then the sailors of 1542 who renamed the land Alta California.

Now, overlaid against the backdrop or native trails, the city celebrates its past, present, and future.

A Golden Anniversary 250 Years in the Making at San Diego’s Historic Old Town

By Jody Robinson

It doesn’t take a history buff to appreciate the legendary quality of Don Juan Bandini’s Cosmopolitan Hotel (oldtowncosmopolitan.com).

Returned to the glory of its 1870’s glory, the once adobe home-restaurant-stagecoach office-olive cannery is now an updated San Diego staple.

Antique furnishings and what feels like service from a truly bygone era are the benchmarks of the hotel’s Victorian-style bedrooms and baths. Our stay here proved to the perfect place Grab a bite in the restaurant from the Cosmo’s seasonal menu. Fresh vegetables, local ingredients, and exceptional cuts of meat to whet any appetite. Choose from a private dining room, the Orchard Terrace, Grand Sala, or Bandini Room. And if you’re looking for something to do after dinner, try out the Cygnet Theater: Historic Park at its finest.

from which to explore the area. Easy walking distance to entertainment, art galleries, family-friendly restaurants, and a locale literally adjacent to the historic Old Town Presidio: where California began (more on that in a minute).

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For breakfast, enjoy a bed and breakfast style coffee, tea, or homemade pastry (the scones with yummy blackberry jam are worth writing home about) in the salon. Take in the Old West decor and enjoy an afternoon tea on Saturday or Sunday until 5pm.

Presenting the best of California culture, San Diego’s Old Town State Historic Park gives visitors the opportunity to experience the history of its early connections to our storied present. Restored buildings from the interpretive period are complemented with early twentieth-century buildings designed in the same mode.

Original adobe buildings are part of the park, which remains a favorite place for social gatherings and family-friendly historic activities, like the park’s working blacksmith shop.

At elementary schools all over California, fourth graders have been making missions from craft supplies

for years. My son constructed Mission San Diego Alcala (the first of 21 established in the state) a couple of years ago, which made our visit all the more exciting and impactful. The city’s first downtown area and the true birthplace of California, San Diego is now famous for its pristine stretches of sandy shore and hip shopping and bar crawls through Pacific Beach. But once upon a time, San Diego was known for the historic sites, cultural lore, and the nearby Mission San Diego de Alcala.

Of the 21 missions in California, San Diego de Alcala marks the birthplace of Christianity on the West Coast.

Providing an important cultural and significant look at the start of Catholicism, the mission, which was founded in 1769 serves as an active community hub, parish church, and grandiose placeholder for the migration of faith from Spain to the United States. The California olive was first cultivated at the Mission in San Diego, and many thousands of children’s appreciation for California history.

Designated as a historic house museum over sixty years ago, the Whaley House Museum (whaleyhouse.org) has been open to the public ever since. Ranked right up there with some of California’s national parks, the home receives over 125,000 visits a year, managed and operated

by SOHO- the Save Our Heritage Organization. A perfect example of Greek Revival architecture from the mid-nineteenth century, the house pays tribute to Thomas Whaley and his historic presence in San Diego’s old town. But what makes this tour even more intriguing is the folklore surrounding this former family home and its bygone residents.

According to the Travel Channel’s America’s Most Haunted, the house is the number one most haunted house in the country. The alleged hauntings began with ghostly sightings of “Yankee Jim,” a convict who was hanged in 1852 on a gallows of the back of a wagon on the site where the house now stands. The local newspaper reported that he “kept his feet in the wagon as

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long as possible, but was finally pulled off. He swung back and forth like a pendulum until he strangled to death.”

Although Thomas Whaley had been a spectator at the execution, he did not let it dissuade him from buying the property a few years later and building a home for his family there. According to the San Diego Union, “soon after the couple and their children moved in, heavy footsteps were heard moving about the house. Whaley described them as sounding as though they were made by the boots of a large man. Finally he came to the conclusion that these unexplained footfalls were made

by Yankee Jim Robinson.”

Trek through town on the Ghosts and Gravestones Tour (ghostsandgravestones.com/san-diego) and hear stories about how the city’s most beautiful daytime spots have a darker side when the sun goes down. This trolley/walking guided tour takes visitors into Pioneer Park (now a park in the middle of Mission Hills, the site July 2019 29

was once the final resting place for thousands of people and is still home to a small cemetery at the back edge of the trees and pathways - said to be peaceful by day, but an altogether different experience after the sun goes down), the adobe walled El Campo Santo Cemetery circa 1849 (where “Yankee Jim” is interred) and culminates at the aforementioned Whaley House - chock full to the brim with spooky sounds, sights, and encounters. Well known ghosts with reputations for leaving disembodied footprints and a small child that cries out in the night are the norm at San Diego’s most haunted attraction.

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can choose from seasonal specials (such as the Sopes Surtidos - which fills three traditioncrafted fabric brought from Oaxaca in its banquettes to the unique furnishings - each piece crafted by a local artisan or an artisan across the border.

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al cornmeal cakes with refried beans and your choice of carnitas, shredded chicken or beef) and popular favorites (like the Camerones ala Diabla which arrives as tasty large shrimp in a rich and spicy chipotle salsa or the Enchiladas Suizas, prepared with seasoned shredded chicken and green chilies).

A full menu at Casa Guadalajara (casaguadalajara.com) leads to a full belly, and there isn’t anything better before a night out in historic San Diego - providing a vibrant and colorful entrance to Old Town, Casa Guadalajara is defined by its festive decor, trumpeting mariachis, lush patios, “Birdbath Margaritas” and authentic Mexican cuisine. Using only the freshest ingredients, the food is prepared daily to ensure each customer who walks through the doors (since 1995!) leaves satisfied. Serving up the best traditional and regional dishes, you

New on the block in Old Town is Tahona, on a mission to “educate and give reverence to the complexity and beauty of the Mexican culture through its most iconic beverage: Mezcal. Tahona Bar (tahonabar.com) achieves this by serving up a most delicious menu Oaxacan-inspired bites at its warm, beautifully appointed tasting room that makes guests feel as though they’ve been transported to a modern Mexican hacienda: from the hand painted tiles and the handmade rope seats to the traditionally

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Sharing bites populate the menu (think gourmet Carne Asada, Chicken Tinga and Pork Belly Quemado tacos), a modern take on a Tres Moles tasting flight and favorites that range from the Camaron Aguachile (shrimp, chipotle and citrus sauce further enhanced by cucumber, red onions and cilantro) and the Pulpo and Pipian (grilled octopus, kale, broccoli, pork belly, pepitas and pipian sauce. It was all my husband and I could do to manage a taste of the churro s’mores before the kids dove in to the sweet treat - crunchy churros with chocolate ganache and marshmallow fluff.

But make no mistake: at its heart is over 120 different varieties of the agave-based spirit - both for simply sipping and those incorporated into flavorfully creative cocktails (the Whaley House Punch pairs Domingo Espadin Mezcal with lime, pineapple, salted watermelon, Campari and Absinthe while the Campo Salto, named for the iconic historical landmark next door is made with Espolon Blanco, passionfruit, coconut water, fresno chili, Contreau, agave and lime).

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Now through January 11, 2020 in the Cathedral Cultural Center on Christ Cathedral campus.

Enjoy this immersive experience of museum quality and near life size reproductions of the iconic masters’ frescos that adorn the Sistine Chapel. For times and tickets, visit SistineExhibit.com.

FIREWORKS CELEBRATIONS AROUND SOUTH OC!

Weekend Afternoon Tea at Montage Laguna Beach.

30801 Coast Highway Laguna Beach The deliciousness and elegance of Afternoon Tea will be served every Saturday and Sunday starting at 2 p.m. in the newly refurbished Lobby Lounge overlooking the Pacific Ocean with live entertainment.

For info: (949) 715-6420.

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Festival of the Arts Family Art Day 650 Laguna Canyon Road Laguna Beach 12 pm – 3 pm Family Art Day at the Festival of Arts is the most fun-filled, art-filled and enchantment-filled day of the entire summer for Orange County families!

July 14 Dana Point Concerts in the Park Sea Terrace Park 33501 Niguel Road 3 pm – 4 pm: Pyromania: the Def Leppard Experience 4:30 pm - 6 pm: Aeromyth – The Ultimate Tribute to Aerosmith

July 20 -21 San Clemente Ocean Festival The Greatest Show on Surf The San Clemente Ocean Festival is celebrating 43 years of “The Greatest Show on Surf”!

Come see the thrilling competitions of many ironman water and land events, including the ever-popular dory boat races, 5K beach run, and one-mile ocean swim. Register early for these and other events, including the Kid’s Dolphin Dash beach run, ‘Groms Rule’ Surf Contest, NEW Pier Bowl Surf Contest & NEW Tandem Boogieboard Contest! For info: oceanfestival.org

July 21 Dana Point Concerts in the Park Sea Terrace Park 33501 Niguel Road 3 pm – 4 pm: The Reflexx 4:30 pm - 6 pm: Freedom – a Tribute to George Michael and Wham Bella Collina Golf Club JUNIOR GOLF CAMP 200 Avenida La Pata San Clemente July 8 - 12, July 1519, July 22 - 26, July 29 - August 2 On course play, golf clubs provided, fun-filled activities and games, achievement medals awarded, lunch and snacks provided. For info: (949) 498-6604 or visit bellacollinasanclemente.com

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book inspired by a famous artist, a first in the Pageant’s history.”

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“The Time Machine”

The Pageant of the Masters has been a Laguna Beach tradition since the 1930’s and now attracts over 140,000 patrons every summer. The show is accompanied by original, live music by the Pageant orchestra, with informative and engaging, live narration presented by Richard Doyle and written

by Dan Duling. Long-time Pageant Technical Director Richard “Butch” Hill is excited about advances in video production and special effects this year. “The Pageant has always been a kind of time machine for us,” Challis Davy observed. “Studying and appreciating the world’s artworks – great and beloved – is the best and the only way to take a trip back in time.”

for an Adventure in Art at the Pageant of the Masters Nightly Performances July 7 – August 31, 2019 in Laguna Beach

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he team behind the world-famous Pageant of the Masters is rockin’ around the clock with preparations and rehearsals for the highly-anticipated production of “The Time Machine.” Presented by the Festival of Arts of Laguna Beach, the 2019 Pageant of the Masters will amaze audiences nightly from July 7 to August 31 with the magic of tableaux vivants (“living pictures”). Real people will step into famous works of art by artists like Vermeer, Dali, Rockwell and Da Vinci for a one-of-a-kind theatrical experience.

“The Time Machine” will take audiences around the globe and into the past, present and future in search of great art and amazing stories. In a show that journeys through time and space, audiences can look forward to tributes to breakthroughs in both art and science. Highlights include an 36 July 2019

homage to American sculptor Malvina Hoffman for her groundbreaking anthropological exhibit at Chicago’s Field Museum of Natural History in 1933 as well as the 1913 Armory Show in New York which marked the dawn of Modernism in America.

“To say this summer’s show is a very different Pageant is an understatement!” revealed Diane Challis Davy, now in her 24th season as the Pageant Director. “The story line will bring audiences on a journey through a series of clues and instructions from a note-

2019 marks the 500th anniversary of the death of Renaissance master Leonardo da Vinci, whose “Last Supper” has been the Pageant’s traditional closing tableau since 1936. Challis Davy shared one final tease: “Prepare yourselves for an imaginative adventure, a plotline from start to finish, and a very surprising finale. Spoiler alert: Do not leave early!” Tickets are available at www.PageantTickets.com.

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Coming Home to Romeo Cucina & The Heart of Italian Cuisine

By Ann Laurence

Ask anyone what the most comforting foods are, and they’ll likely have Italian near the top of the list. With its hearty vegetables, homemade pastas, delicious meats, and breads, brings flavorful tradition home for dinner.

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he Romeo family began their restaurants with a sole purpose: to being a vanguard for that tradition in Orange County. Linked with a healthy Mediterranean taste, Romeo Cucina hasn’t changed the way they operate in their 25 years of business - always keeping abreast of Italian food trends to update their menu with innovative dishes in an atmosphere of exceptional service.

Showing the ancient skills of Italian hospitality created a signature style that is hard to find elsewhere. Paired with an intergenerational love of good cooking, and blended with the artistry and creativity of the current era, it’s not to be beat. Tina, Ada and Michael personally greet guests into the Laguna Niguel restaurant with a genuine warmth that feels like coming home - right down to the open fireplace in the corner and the starched white table cloths.

Have one of the variety of menu options, changing daily and seasonally depending on the freshest ingredients, or bring your whole party in for an evening that won’t soon be forgotten. Popular starters include the Bruschetta Caprese - Romeo grilled bread topped with mozzarella, tomato, basil and balsamic reduction and the Carpaccio di Manzo which flavorfully combines thin sliced raw beef filet with artichoke hearts, arugola (Italian aromatic lettuce), capers and Parmigiano cheese.

Entrees range from delicious homemade pasta and rich, creamy risotto dishes to chicken, veal, beef and seafood dishes and the always crowd-pleasing thin crust woodfired pizzas. Love gnocchi? Try Romeo’s homemade potato pillows in your choice of pesto or fresh tomato sauce.

The homemade Lasagnette Graziella arrives in a classic bolognese ground beef ragout with fresh tomato sauce, mozzarella, earthy vegetables and herbs while Cioppino is a seafood aficionado’s dream - chock full of fresh clams, mussels, shrimp, swordfish, calamari, scallops and crab in a delightful broth with vegetables and herbs.

More of a meat eater? The Ossobuco Alla Romano is veal shank tender to the bone, slowly braised in a fresh vegetable-tomato sauce with a side of fettuccine pasta and the Tagliata di Manzo is a grilled to perfection sirloin steak served with cherry tomato, caramelized onion, arugula, Parmigiano and topped with a shallot sage butter.

From wedding parties to happy hour - no party is too large or too small. Just follow your nose to the family kitchen, and join Romeo’s for mouthwatering tradition for years to come.

Romeo Cucina is located at 28241 Crown Valley Parkway in Laguna Niguel. For reservations, call (949) 831-4131 or visit romeocucina.com

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Conservatory @ Curiosity and The Mole Hole Keeping San Juan Capistrano Charming

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hen I was a little girl I dreamed of one day working with my best friend when we grew up. The stuff of childhood doesn’t always work out in such a magical way, except when it does.

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Like for Beth Carney and Linda Kopperud, who met at a study group and have been great friends ever since.

The pair own two (now combined into one!) of the most elegant and charming shops in San Juan Capistrano.

By Ann Laurence Who doesn’t love boutique shopping? I’d much rather while away an hour looking at all of the one-of-akind collectables, gifts, handbags, clothing, jewelry and accessories that you’ll discover in here over shopping the shelves of “more of the same” department store merchandise.

Beth came from the corporate world of large department stores. She worked at Joseph Magnin in Century City and South Coast Plaza. She opened her first store on PCH in Newport Beach, then moved into two larger stores on Balboa Island and Lido Island which grew to seven locations. The owner of Conservatory @ Curiosity for the past 23 years, Beth has an incredible eye for buying. She

Her friend Linda happened to be looking for something other than the corporate world (she worked for American Express in New York and Los Angeles) and found her calling in retail. Opening her first little shop in Santa Monica, CA in 1980, she quickly found success as The Mole Hole (taken from the children’s story ‘Wind in the Willows’) and after relocating to San Clemente in ‘93, Linda continued the legacy of the original Mole Hole: perpetual magic and wonderment and was named one of the five most charitable stores in Orange County. Today, her collectibles and gift items are the perfect complement to Beth’s designer clothing, handbags and unique costume jewelry in the 1,500-square-foot space that might just be SJC’s most charming boutique.

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Conservatory @ Curiosity & The Mole Hole offer everything from Chanel, Prada, and Louis Vuitton bags and one-of-akind designer wear to The Frogman, Willow Tree, Woldard Oil Lamps, Wee Forest Folk, wedding wine glasses and everything in between. The shop’s resident world-class artist is Earlene Moses. Enchanted designs from haute to cottage chic await. Just when you think your shopping experience couldn’t be any more fun - Beth and Linda serve champagne and nibbles daily from 4 pm - 6 pm. We look forward to your business!

Conservatory @ Curiosity and The Mole Hole is located in the Marbella Plaza at 31105 Rancho Viejo Road, Suite C-8 in San Juan Capistrano. For info, call Conservatory at (949) 240-9100 (Beth) or The Mole Hole at (949) 443-1670 (Linda).

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Five years ago Nicole purchased her first pack of pilates classes. This simple transaction changed her life for the better. Working as Retail Visual Manager for 25 years, Nicole knew she wanted to find a career in the health and wellness industry.

Especially after the last 10 years of overhauling her own health. Pilates happened to be the act that would jump-start it all.

“After a year of taking Pilates classes locally, I found the courage to attend BASI where I completed my Pilates Teacher Certification,” Nicole explains. “I have now been teaching Pilates for three years, and looking back at my career I am not surprised why I love teaching. My favorite part of retail was teaching. I went from teaching retail visual standards to teaching breath, alignment, and movement safely.”

“Pilates is for EVERY BODY, EVERY shape and size, male or female, the athlete or the non-athlete,” Nicole continues, quick to debunk a common misconception about Pilates

and yoga. “This is why I LOVE Pilates.

I have been there- I have been overweight, underweight, and in pain. I love that Pilates can be modified and adapted to each person. Pilates can be scary, but it doesn’t have to be when you find the right studio and instructor for you!”

Pilates has connected Nicole to an incredible community of fitness and Pilates professionals, as well to a community of clients that she feels honored to call friends. When she’s in the studio Nicole creates an atmosphere that is positive and supportive, while peppered with nutritional tips regarding healthy choices for eating and living. Within a one session Nicole will leave you feeling stronger, standing taller and empowered to take on the day.

“I love that my clients leave with a variety of feelings depending on the day or class- they might feel taller, have less pain, be proud of accomplishing a new exercise or feeling more connected, as they had one hour of undivided attention,” she continues. “I am honored to help them achieve this, and to be part of their day.”

Connect today with Nicole at Align and she will get you started on a path to new health, with your best interests in mind.

And in no time she will have you moving, smiling, and feeling great! Align Pilates is located at 31896 Plaza Drive, Suite E6 in San Juan Capistrano. For info, call (949) 481-3577 or visit AlignPilatesCenter.com

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Wig Wag Dog Grooming in San Juan Capistrano

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We had a dog growing up named Lucky. A Maltese-Poodle mix, Lucky would crawl into your lap and sit there, contented, for hours. As a teenager, he’d get in your way until you picked him up, more often than not when there were guests over and he wanted a part of the action.

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hich meant we needed to keep him clean for our guests’ sake. Not an easy task, even for a little lap dog like Lucky. For any bigger dog, I might not have been able to win that wrestling match. Enter: Wig Wag Dog Grooming. Serving the South Orange County area for the past 7 years, owner Liana Brown and groomer Carol Gutzwiller have made the care and maintenance of your pet their priority.

“Our mission is to always provide the best possible care for your pet,” says Liana. “Our number one priority is to ensure a safe environment in which to give the highest quality groom with lots of TLC for your furry family members. All of our services are personalized to meet your individual needs.”

It’s obvious that both Liana and Carol love what they do as evidenced by testimonials from happy clients like Sasia M. who says “Best groomers, hands down! Liana is amazing and cares so much about all of the dogs and owners who come in. We have a lab and we like to get her shaved when it gets hot. With other groomers, her cut looks uneven in places

and not completely smooth. Liana is very meticulous and you can tell she takes her time. The end result is fantastic.”

Another happy customer, Michelle D. says “I took my dog Winston here and he loved it! He recently got an awful haircut form another groomer, so I’m super happy he’s back to his adorable self thanks to Liana! You can tell she loves what she does and Winston will definitely be back!”

conditioner and undercoat brushing.

“We love animals,” says Carol, “and our goal is to improve their quality of life. We groom your pet from start to finish, in and out in about two hours.”

That’s faster than I could shake a stick at Lucky, to be sure.

The packages and services offered here reflect Liana and Carol’s philosophy that grooming plays a vital role in the health and well being of our furry friends.

The Bath and Tidy Package includes ear cleaning, blow dry, brush out, and trimming of the paw pads, feet, sanitary area, and in front of the eyes.

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Wig Wag Dog Grooming is located at 32432 Alipaz St. in San Juan Capistrano. To connect with Liana and Carol directly, call (949) 291-8799 or visit wigwagdoggrooming.com

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Three month old Vlad is quite the little charmer. With his big bright eyes and playful personality, he wins over everyone he meets. Vlad is just one of the adoptable kittens waiting for their forever homes at the shelter.

Come and meet your new best friend today.

If you would like to know more about the animals listed here, please call the San Clemente/Dana Point Animal Shelter at (949)492-1617 or visit with them at 221 Avenida Fabricante, San Clemente.

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Where’s the Party?

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There are extroverts and introverts. There are loud personalities and reserved ones. Those who love dinner in with a few friends, or a real lollapalooza with everyone they know. The common ground between both types?

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“At the center of all good gatherings is the sense of celebration,” notes Candy Hirte, owner of Costa Mesa’s Where’s The Party? store.

Candy knows her way around a celebration. In business since 1990, she and a cadre of incredible ladies have been making every occasion special for their customers with everything from invites to home decor. “Customer service comes first, but that’s pretty simple when we all love the

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idea of celebrating every holiday.”

Nowadays the competition is building online, but even with expedited shipping, nothing really helps set the tone of a party like talking through a theme or decor details with an expert.

“Each one of the wonderful women (there are 17 of them!) who work here can walk you through the process and share our etiquette gleaned from 29 years in business.”

Paper goods, balloons, and home decor weren’t Candy’s original business plan. “I kind of stumbled into

the party,” she notes with a chuckle.

“I met a darling girl at a class I was taking and she said she was interested in opening up a party store in Orange County! I jumped in with both feet, not knowing a darn thing about this business. Well, except that I do lo-ve parties.” Quickly growing to love chatting with each and every customer who walked in the doors, Candy soon realized that on a very personal level, the business was about the personal friendships she was developing, and the small and large moments that made up each

individual’s lives. “Maybe getting involved in the industry was a fluke, but knowing how much I love people, it just made sense to celebrate every occasion with them!”

store in South County quite like hers - Where’s the Party? would be worth the drive if it were twice the distance. I could honestly spend hours wandering around the store looking at all the amazing hostess gifts, home decor and unique presents for weddings, baby showers, holidays and all of life’s other occasions.

I’m already envisioning retro party ideas (think 80s, western, disco, Roaring 20s or other era-themed events where only a paper invitation will do).

Candy and her husband love their community, and often take the time to go out with their friends and family. “Obviously we love movies or relaxing with a good book, but giving back to those who surround us is so important to us. Through the store, through loving what I do every day, contributing to our local schools and philanthropies in the area. They’re our big supporters, and I must say, I

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Some might question why I would make the drive to Costa Mesa from my home in San Juan Capistrano to peruse Candy’s wares. My answer is quite simply that I’m not aware of a

If it’s time to celebrate someone, or maybe it’s just been too long since you threw a good dinner party, Where’s the Party can help you find that common ground and let your passion take over. Introvert or extrovert. “Where’s the party? You tell us!”

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by Jody robinson

ission Viejo Wigs is truly a family business. Not in the traditional sense, where its owners and operators share the same genes. But rather in such a way that every person who has walked through Owner Betty Darroch’s doors in the 30+ years she has been in operation immediately felt like a member of Darroch’s extended family.

As a professional hair and wig stylist since 1962, Betty began her career at CBS where her résumé reads like a celebrity screenplay starring the coifs of a veritable “who’s who” of Hollywood: Ann Margaret, Carol Lawrence, the Midnight Specials and the Sonny & Cher Show. She went on to work for the Hallelujah Hollywood Show at the MGM Hotel in Las Vegas.

But it wasn’t until she opened her own business in Mission Viejo that she felt as though she were “truly doing God’s work.”

Her clients today include people who are experiencing hair loss due to chemotherapy treatment, alopecia or other medical conditions. Betty specializes in wigs, hairpieces and toupees for women, men and children and carries only the highest quality brands. Each wig or hairpiece is custom fit to the client for the most natural look and feel – no one will know you’re wearing a wig unless you tell them.

“Hair loss, whether it is the result of illness, the aging process or heredity, can be a traumatic and emotionally draining experience,” says Betty.

“We work with people on a daily basis who are facing the issue of hair loss for the first time.

Our goal is to help you find the solution that works best for you and do so in a caring way that makes you realize that you are not alone.”

There are wonderful testimonials from longtime customers on her web site (missionviejowigs. com), but for me, the best testament to Betty’s genuine, caring nature came from a source closer to home.

When my mother was diagnosed with lung cancer six years ago, there were so many aspects of what she was facing - including the side effects associated wit chemotherapy treatment – that were out of our control. But my mother’s appearance was something she felt she could dictate. We knew she would lose her hair, but she was determined not to “look like a sick person.”

From the moment my mother met Betty, she knew she had found the right place and more importantly, the right person to help her. Betty shared so many stories of survival – of longtime customers and friends who fought a similar battle and won. Her warm embrace and inspired hope and help steel her resolve to maintain a positive, fighting attitude when she was diagnosed with lung cancer.

The wig Betty selected was the perfect color and style for my mother’s face (and head) shape. The wig was so natural looking that my mother

You can connect with Betty by calling (949) 581-4549.

Mission Viejo Wigs is located at 25571 Jeronimo Road in Mission Viejo.

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received many compliments on her “new do” and no one was the wiser.

It’s been over nine years since my mother completed treatment and is now leading a cancer-free life. Although her own hair has long since grown back, she still often prefers to wear Betty’s wigs on “bad hair days.”

Thank you Betty!

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