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From the executive editor Happy 10th birthday, glo! I am honored to be part of this inspiring publication. It’s serendipitous that I should be here to usher in the next decade. I remember when the publication launched. The first editor, Rebekah, reached out to me to be a writer and I LOVED my assignments. A few of my favorites include a feature on inspiring weight loss stories for the July 2014 issue, one about the

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In 2018, I was working part-time for a local nonprofit when my friend Rebecca, a long-time account executive with The Papers, reached out to me about the open executive editor position for glo and HOME Living. I met with then-editor, Sue, about the position and knew it was meant to be. Having previous experience as the editor for a multi-publication company and being well connected to my community made me a good fit to carry the publication forward. Meeting with Ron and his team solidified that for me, and I have loved every minute of it. From planning engaging content and working with my rock star account executive Melinda, our amazingly talented graphic designers Maymie and Mary, and part-time account executives Lynn and Toni, to supporting various nonprofit organizations in our community and throwing the biggest party of the year (glo Bash), there is never a dull moment in this role. I wouldn’t have it any other way. Thank you, readers, for being here for 10 years. We do what we do for you. Stick around, the next 10 years are gonna be rad.

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GLAM + STYLE | Fashion

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It’s here, ladies. The coveted time of year that allows us to shed our layers and embrace the warmth of a new season—spring! With a change in season comes a change in our wardrobe. Time to trade in those winter coats for shorts and flowy dresses. We spoke with local fashion experts Emma Metcalf, owner and stylist at Lyn-Maree’s in Auburn, and Sue Johnson of Susan’s Fashions in Fort Wayne, to see what trends we should be looking for this season. Here are some of their thoughts on spring must-haves. Spring Leather Although the warm temperatures may discourage you from a leather jacket, lighter material options are available and look great in soft, neutral colors like a warm, buttery brown or a simple white.

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High Waisted Shorts Flattering and reminiscent of vintage fashion, we’ll be seeing a continuing trend of high-waisted shorts in styles like paper bag and hot pants. These shorts look great with a tucked in top and some flats.

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Neon & Bright Colors Johnson said that we will see quite a bit of neon coming back as we introduce more color into our wardrobe. The best way to incorporate this is with “a sweater with neon orange, pink or yellow in it, or a tennis shoe with a touch or trim of neon on them. It could even be an earring or a small handbag,” she said. She noted that we will also see a push for brighter colors in tops and jackets. photos courtesy of Susan’s Fashions

Black & White Color may be taking the forefront of fashion but black and white remains a classic staple. Even pairing bold tops with “black or white bottoms makes for a real statement,” Johnson said. “It’s always fresh and sharp for spring.” a Resources:

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Aging is a privilege, but wrinkles, facial creases and other imperfections don’t have to be part of the experience. Fortunately, BOTOX® and other brands of neuromodulators are a safe and effective way to address these concerns so you can look and feel better in your skin.

The medical spa community has been using BOTOX® for years. BOTOX® is a brand name of a toxin produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. There are other brand names, such as Dysport and Xeomin, which all block signals from the nerves to the muscles. Lynn Blanchard with Belle Sante Med Spa said the procedure allows for targeting trouble areas. “BOTOX® is injected with a micro-needle into the muscle or areas that your individual needs require,” she said. This means the injected muscle can’t contract and therefore the wrinkles relax and soften, giving you a more youthful look. So, what can you expect with this treatment? Lauren Eickhoff, Marketing Director at Aspire Plastic Surgery, is a wealth of knowledge on this topic. “During your consultation, you will meet with Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Brian Lee or one of our Advanced Practitioners,” she said. “At that time, they will examine your skin and talk about your goals for the procedure and areas of concern.”

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From here, they will recommend the best treatment for you and proceed with the injection. The sites will vary according to the patient’s needs, but Dr. Ryan M. Diepenbrock with Diepenbrock Facial Cosmetic Surgery offered a few guidelines. “The most commonly treated sites include the area between the eyes known as the 11 lines,” he said. “Usually the forehead and crow’s feet are treated simultaneously to provide the optimum result for wrinkle treatment in the upper face.” This is not a quick fix, however. According to Eickhoff, it can take up to two weeks to see full results. And BOTOX® is not permanent, but the effects do last about 3 to 4 months; therefore, treatment is recommended every 3 to 4 months. BOTOX® is a commitment and may not be accessible to all women due to the financial investment. “Cost depends on what areas we treat and how many units are injected. Plan to spend on average $300 to $625 per treatment,” said Eickhoff. It may be worth it, especially if you notice your skin is starting to show signs of aging, such as forehead wrinkles, crow’s feet and fine lines. Many women begin BOTOX® injections in their twenties to prevent further aging, she added.

Diepenbrock agreed. “Neuromodulators are being injected in younger patients today than ten years ago,” he said. “Many patients in their mid to late 20’s and early 30’s are looking for preventative BOTOX®. By weakening the muscles early, it prevents the skin from wrinkling during animations. This limits the onset of wrinkles at rest.” But like any procedure, women shouldn’t rush into the clinic without doing their homework. “BOTOX® injections are perfectly safe when administered by a licensed professional who is trained in injectable treatments,” Eickhoff said. “It is imperative to do your research to ensure that your provider is licensed and has the proper training to ensure a safe treatment with the best possible results.” a

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Executive Director of Fort Wayne Trails, Inc. Megan McClellan is a trailblazer in more ways than one. From her early travels to her current bike rides, she is taking steps to create a beautiful, functional system of trails for our community. McClellan has had her fair share of travels. She spent several years of her childhood living in Holland; one year in Germany as an exchange student; one year in Cairo, Egypt her senior year of high school; and a college semester abroad in Namibia, Africa. After getting married, she and her husband, Bob, served together in the Peace Corps in Niger for 27 months. McClellan is passionate about the trails in Fort Wayne and Allen County and has been creating ideas for quite some time. She has a Master’s Degree in Environmental Policy and wrote her master’s thesis on “Adaptive and Collaborative Management of Urban Trails.” She is also a board member of the Greenways Foundation of Indiana, a statewide non-profit trails advocacy organization. She adores the trail system and is excited to bring more of her ideas and expertise to the community. “I love being able to ride my bike to work at the Auer Center, or just hop on the Rivergreenway and go for miles,” McClellan said. “You really get a different view of the rivers from the trails.” “There are currently 120 miles of completed trail in Allen County,” McClellan explained, “There are over 10 miles of trail in the works for 2020.”

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“Between our three sites, we currently have 525 girls who are enrolled and participate in the Smart Girls program,” Jennings said, “so for Camiah to be one of five members nominated for the Smart Girl of the Year award really says a lot about her character and leadership.” Anderson said behaving well was difficult at first because she had her own way of doing things, and when people made her angry, she acted out to get attention. Oftentimes she found herself getting write-ups and suspensions because of those bad behaviors. Anderson decided she didn’t want to be like that anymore, so she tried change. “That decision she made to change is something I really admire about her,” Jennings said. ”She comes in every day with a positive attitude and is always willing to help her staff and peers. She has come a long way.” Changing wasn’t an easy task, but Anderson was determined to change in a positive way and successfully eliminated prior bad behaviors. “My past was a little rough, but I wanted to be a Smart Girl so I could show other girls you don’t have to let your past define your future,” Anderson said. While Anderson is thankful to everyone at the Club, she is especially thankful for lead staff member Chris Wallace who identified her as a candidate for the award. “When I saw Camiah going in the wrong direction, I started having conversations with her about how she could lead in a different way and she was eager to learn,” Wallace said. “Camiah is a natural leader. She is also very caring, determined and outgoing. She just needed some guidance when she first started attending the Club.” Winning the Smart Girls award means everything to Anderson. “Every time I think about winning, it brings tears to my eyes,” she said. “This award is going to help shape my future.” Anderson has plans for her future that include a short-term goal of finishing sixth grade with a 4.05 GPA – beating last year’s 4.0 GPA. Long term she would like to be a veterinarian with plans to attend North Carolina University for her bachelor and master’s degrees. “I want to be a vet because animals are all some people have and knowing I could save someone’s best friend warms my heart,” she said. a

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Single-use plastics are a growing problem for our society, perhaps more than most consumers realize. Not only do plastics litter our walkways and pose a threat to all kinds of wildlife, but they also find their way into our food. According to Jodi Leamon, sustainability coordinator at the Allen County Department of Environmental Management, most Americans consume a credit card-sized amount of microplastic per week!

Want to know what you can do to stop the trend? First, education is key. Here, we dispel three common myths about single-use plastics and offer some suggestions on ways you can make a difference in your community today. Myth #1: I never use plastic water bottles, and I always refuse a straw at restaurants, so I’m doing my part. Fact: Single-use plastics come in all kinds of packaging, everything from dishwasher pods to chip bags and granola bar wrappers. Any package that is crinkly or has a shiny, metallic look is plastic, too. And don’t forget about shampoo bottles, toothbrushes and deodorant containers. Myth #2: If I do use plastic, I always put it in the recycling bin, so there’s no problem, right? Fact: Most plastics that do get recycled are lightweight and small, so they have a tendency to fly out of recycling bins and trucks, making their way into the environment. And many plastics can never be recycled, since they are formed from different types of plastics fused together to form the single-use product.

Myth #3: Tiny bits of plastic that are too small to see, called microplastics or even nanoplastics, are primarily an ocean problem. Fact: Microplastics aren’t just an ocean issue. Consider the process. Plastic is made from petroleum that is drilled out of the earth and then transported long distances, where it’s made into single-use items and then transported again. By the time it gets to the consumer, it’s already made a huge impact on the environment. So what can consumers do? Step #1: Reduce An easy first step is refusing convenient takeaway items, such as straws, utensils and plastic water bottles or containers. And remember this rule: “BYO wherever you go.” For example, bring your own coffee cup to your favorite grind or take your own containers to food trucks.

• By 2015, the world had produced 7.8 billion tons of plastic – more than a ton of plastic for every person on the earth. • Before 1980, recycling and incineration of plastic was negligible; 100% was therefore discarded. • In 2015, an estimated 55% of global plastic waste was discarded and less than 20% was recycled. • 18 billion pounds of plastic waste flows into the oceans every year—that’s the equivalent of 5 grocery bags of plastic trash sitting on every foot of coastline around the world. • 40% of plastic produced is packaging, used just once and then discarded. • Nearly a million plastic beverage bottles are sold every minute around the world. *Information gathered from nationalgeographic.com and ourworldindata.org

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Step #2: Consider Eco-Swaps Replace plastic baggies with glass or reusable containers. Take your own bags to the grocery story. (A bag made from natural fibers is best.) Look at the packaging on items you buy to see if the package is recyclable. And buy produce at your local farmer’s market, where you can sometimes find bees wax wrap instead of cling wrap, along with homemade soaps, shampoos and conditioners. One glo reader, Ashley Sharp, even makes and sells her own deodorant. (You can connect with her through Fox and Fodder on Facebook and Instagram.)

Step #3: Advocate Consider reaching out to your favorite brands and ask them to work with the recycling industry to create packaging that is recyclable. Never underestimate the power of the purse. Your voice matters. Together, we can make a difference. a

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One of my favorite warm weather activities is visiting area farmers markets. Browsing the locally made products and shopping for my weekly produce are just two of the things I like most, not to mention the ability to support local and see friends old and new—from vendors to shoppers. Here is a list of our area’s farmers markets so you can support our local growers, artists and producers.

AUBURN’S FARMERS MARKET 8th Street, Auburn Wednesdays, May – September, 7 am – 1 pm Saturdays, May – September, 7 am – 1 pm Local vendors sell produce, flowers, herbs, spices, baked goods and other products on the east side of Main Street between 7th and 9th streets.

BARR STREET MARKET—YLNI FARMER’S MARKET History Center Courtyard, corner of Wayne and Barr Streets, Fort Wayne 9 am to 11 am, Saturdays May 2 through September 26 facebook.com/YLNIFarmersMarket 2020 marks the market’s 16th season. It offers fresh and unique local produce, plants, meats, baked goods, and homemade crafts. Live music and monthly Kids Days bring the community together in the History Center Courtyard.

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Cedar Creek Produce is a family-run business that offers local farm fresh produce. Throughout the year, a variety of fruits and vegetables are available, as well as maple syrup, eggs, pork, and honey. Beginning in early June, you can pick your own berries. They also now have a mobile produce wagon that will travel to area farmer’s markets.

FORT WAYNE FARMERS MARKET Parkview Field, Fort Wayne Saturdays, October – mid-May, 9 am – 1pm Barr and Wayne Streets, Fort Wayne Saturdays, mid-May – September, 9 am – 1 pm ftwaynesfarmersmarket.com Enjoy a variety of producer only vendors at this market. From farm and garden, homemade food, natural products, and crafters there is a good mix of food and product for your shopping needs.

1936 West Main Street, Fort Wayne Fridays, May – October, 3 – 8 pm facebook.com/mainstreetfarmmarket For a mix of art, produce and goods, this markets provides it all. From certified organic produce, locally grown produce, beef, eggs, flowers and much more you, could stock up for the whole week. You can also enjoy music and hot dog vendors every week.

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Riverbridge Electric at the corner of Wayne and Main Streets, North Manchester Wednesdays, 4 – 6 pm & Saturdays, 8 am – noon, beginning May 4

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2518 Winter Street, Fort Wayne Fridays through October, 4 – 7 pm facebook.com/JohnnieMaeFarm A variety of fresh produce grown on-site will be available for local residents. Selection varies. The farm is a partnership of the City of Fort Wayne Office of Housing & Neighborhood Services, the Purdue Allen County Extension office, Vincent Village, Community Harvest Food Bank, the Renaissance Pointe YMCA, and the Renaissance Pointe Neighborhood Association.

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The North Manchester Farmers Market showcases the hard work and talent of area farmers and artisans. You’ll find an impressive variety of local goods, including fruits, vegetables, meat, eggs, maple syrup, jams & jellies, honey, breads, pies, pastries, coffee, jewelry, crafts, artwork, flowers and plants.

Fort Wayne’s oldest, continually operating farmers market. Operated by the Allen County Ag. Producers whose goal is to provide high quality, locally grown fruits and vegetables to the community. Not only is there a wide variety of produce, there are many other handcrafted items, antiques, fresh baked goods, eggs, local honey and hormone-free meats.

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Center Street, between Buffalo and Lake Streets, Warsaw Saturdays, May – September, 9 am – 1 pm facebook.com/ KosCountyFarmersandArtisanMarket This is a seasonal open air market with an indoor winter market, offering locally grown fruits and vegetables, baked goods, food products and locally produced craft items.

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NEW HAVEN FARMERS MARKET 956 Park Avenue, New Haven Wednesdays through September 13, 4 – 7 pm farmersmarketonline.com/fm/ NewHavenFarmMarket.html A seasonal open-air market with local produce growers, crafts, baked goods, handcrafted items, activities for kids and live music.

Main Street, Roanoke Saturdays, July 8 – September 9, 9 am – 1 pm facebook.com/RoanokeFarmersMarket This market features local produce, plants for your garden and décor items for your home. There are breakfast items to munch on, as well as baked goods.

SALOMON FARM PARK FARMERS MARKET The Old Barn at Salomon Farm Park, 817 West DuPont, Fort Wayne Wednesdays, June 5 – September 4, 4 – 7 pm fortwayneparks.org/facilities/saloman-farm-park/ salomon-farmers-market.html

Wabash Farmers’ Market hosts an array of free entertainment while market goers shop a plethora of fresh produce, artist wares, handmade soaps, honey, baked goods, handmade furniture and so much more.

WHITLEY COUNTY FARMERS MARKET Courthouse Square, Columbia City Saturdays, May through October, 8:30 am – 12:30 pm Tractor Supply Company, Columbia City Thursdays, May through October, 3 – 7 pm facebook.com/WCFarmMarket Enjoy the beautiful, bountiful assortment of fresh local produce, lush plants for your garden and items for your home...all found each week at the Whitley County Farmers Market. a

For 16 market seasons this market has been connecting the local community to farmers, producers, bakers and artisans that are within a 75 mile radius of Salomon Farm Park. This is a mid-week family friendly market. Connect with market vendors in the Old Barn built in 1894, enjoy a farm wagon ride or visit with the farm animals.

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For Gloria to be taken from the world far too soon is representative of the deadly nature of ovarian cancer. Each September, glo includes a feature about ovarian cancer in hopes that other women will be saved in time from similar fates. Loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend, Gloria is still grieved by her 2 daughters. “Our mom had a servant’s heart,” said Criss Corson, “And always put others ahead of herself. “ Her selflessness didn’t end with her daughters; she devoted time to other family members, friends, the community and her job.

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“As kids, we would be at the shop waiting for Mom to take us somewhere and an employee would stop by to drop off paperwork,” Corson said. “What should have been a quick chat would turn into a 15 to 20-minute conversation about how that person was doing, how his/her family was doing, and so on. In my opinion, Mom was the business’ therapist. She always gave of her time and made others feel appreciated, valued, and welcome. “This didn’t change when she was diagnosed. Even though that should have been a time for her to be selfish, nothing changed. She continued to work as much as her body would allow, lying down on the floor in her closet when she needed to rest, but all the while, continuing with her life with positivity and hope, giving of herself so as to not let anyone down. “Her grandchildren were not given the opportunity to truly know the wonderfully loving, doting grandmother she was, so I try daily to instill in them all of her best qualities: kindness, compassion, empathy, positivity, perseverance, and selflessness.” Jennifer Baumgartner agreed with her sister. “Mom had been seeing specialists for months for GI discomfort, bloating and all the cardinal signs of ovarian cancer, but no one picked it up until it was well advanced,” said Baumgartner. “And through the years of chemo, with all pre-/post-medication, surgeries, blood transfusions, side effects, infections, she moved forward with every lifesustaining but life-sucking event with bravery, strength and faith. Her priority was others, and for a few years she cared for her mother in her home while managing her ovarian cancer regimen. Her sister-in-law who was battling end-stage breast cancer, spent her final days in our Mom and Dad’s home; Mom cared for our aunt despite her own health struggles, which she laid aside to make sure everyone else was okay. “I miss her today as much as the day she left.” We all miss you, Gloria. We hope we’ve done you proud with glo. a

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t r o Your M (Earth) ! h e E V LO April 22, 2020 marks the 50th anniversary of Earth Day. Earth Day promotes the idea of taking care of our planet, resources and ecosystem, and is an opportunity to celebrate Earth in many ways. Fort Wayne offers several options to celebrate Earth Day — and there are many ways to get creative with your kids at home, as well. The Earth Day Virtual Challenge is a fun way to collectively see how many times we can run the distance of the equator: 24,901 miles. At least 415 participants are needed to commit to run at least two miles a day for the month of April to make it at least once around the Equator. It is a free challenge where you log your miles and report them to the virtual run challenge organization results page, either by joining Official Earth Day Challenge Facebook Group or Strava Group. Participants can also upgrade their registration and receive an official Earth Day t-shirt, commemorative medal and a pack of wildflower seeds. You can also share your mission by tagging @virtualrunchallenge and #VRCEarthDayChallenge. This year for the first time, Fort Wayne will participate in the City Nature Challenge. From April 24 to 27, locals can wander around the city to make observations about various natural species and photograph them. Then upload them to the Nature Challenge site for identification April 28 through May 3. The goal has three primary areas of focus: (1) number of observations, (2) number of species and (3) number of people who participated. The idea is to make wild observations—observations of plants,

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animals, fungi, etc. that are naturally occurring and were not purposely put into the landscape by people. For more information about the challenge, visit https://www.inaturalist.org/ projects/indiana-city-nature-challenge-2020 The Follinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory in downtown Fort Wayne once again announces its annual butterfly exhibit; open April 18 through July 5. Here, visitors can walk around the regular exhibits of rainforest and desert, as well as wander among a wide variety of live butterflies. Adults and kids of all ages will enjoy seeing these delicate, majestic creatures flying about in a protected environment—and be sure to carefully check your clothing before exiting, as butterflies have a tendency to land on visitors to catch a ride. For hours visit botanicalconservatory.org The Little River Wetlands Project is holding its Annual Spring Clean-up on Saturday, April 18, from 10:00am to 12:00pm. Help protect the preserve’s habitats and the wildlife that depend on them at this annual event by helping to remove winter’s trash. Bring garden rakes, grabbers, any useful tools, trash bags and work gloves (waterproof recommended) if you can, and be ready to get wet and muddy. It is a great event to bring family and friends

along too. The group will meet at the Eagle Marsh gateway parking area (west of green gate) off Engle Road.

The 8th annual Earth Day Fort Wayne will also be celebrated on April 28 at Eagle Marsh Preserve. Interested locals can join staff and friends of Little River Wetlands Project for hands-on learning opportunities at Eagle Marsh. For more information visit lrwp.org Interested in doing more for the planet while staying in your own backyard? There are many ways to conserve resources, take care of our environment, and teach kids how to preserve the many offerings of nature and our planet. Planting new trees, plants and gardens help provide more oxygen in the air and provide shade during warmer months, reducing the need to run the air conditioning full-blast all summer. You can also reduce power usage by turning off lights and faucets and adjusting the thermostat a few degrees higher than normal. Plating your own vegetables and herbs is a way to be self-sustaining, and it’s fun for the kids to watch them grown from seeds. Consider organizing a neighborhood clean up and see who can collect the most trash. Other ways to reduce our carbon footprint are to walk or bike instead of drive; choose reusable shopping bags, all natural or homemade cleaners; switch to LED light bulbs; pay bills and bank online to reduce paper waste; and read newspapers online instead of paper copies. Protecting the Earth is something everyone can do—you just need to get creative. a

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Kimberly Wagner has served as Chief of Staff at Purdue University Fort Wayne (formerly Indiana University – Purdue University Fort Wayne) since November 2016. She is a part-time faculty member in the Department of Public Policy, teaching criminal justice classes. Aside from her professional career, she is a tireless advocate for the City of Fort Wayne and Allen County, volunteering and advancing her community through service to various organizations. Kim is also a proud mom to a three-year-old golden retriever named Murphy. What are you currently reading?

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Few things have the power to paralyze our self-image as profoundly. Shirley Williams, owner of Southwest Hair and Day Spa, is on a mission to educate and promote to men and women that hair loss can be successfully addressed. “You Have Options” is her mantra. From hairpieces, hair integration and hair replacement—there is even a line of products available to enhance the health of your hair, not cosmetically, but on a molecular level. Williams will be the first to say there can be many different roads that lead to hair loss. For some it may be the result of a sudden debilitating illness, while for others it could be a slow onset as genetics catch up. Sadly, the result is the same, a reflection in the mirror of the unforgiving truth. To help frame this problem with reality, Williams would like you to meet Tonya, someone whose reflection in the mirror has changed.

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Shirley Williams, owner of Southwest Hair & Day Spa has been helping women with hair loss issues since the 1980s. Today, she wears a hair integration for a fuller look. Hair integration pulls natural hair through the holes of the hairpiece. Tonya described her hair loss as a prison. It was the guardian that held the keys to which social events she could attend; would it be outside, if it was outside, what was the weather forecast; would the painstakingly coiffed hairstyle withstand the elements? Tonya was blunt, “demeaning, shaming, debilitating, demoralizing” to quote just a few of the emotional potholes she navigated. Her husband became her physical shield, as she would take shelter by stepping behind him in public places. It disturbed her to think people would look at her hair, not her face, when in conversation. She felt it played a real part in her inability to connect with people. Thankfully, there are solutions. For Tonya, she became aware of the solutions through a friend with a very similar struggle. In recent years, the industry has refined its techniques, which in turn has created an emerging culture where hair replacement doesn’t carry the same stigma. Today, Tonya is enjoying a freedom and renewed sense of self. 30

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The after picture shows the results from a full hair piece, restoring this client to her original hair style. Williams and the team at her salon are on the cutting edge of solutions for hair loss. The first step is always the most painful. But if any part of Tonya’s journey resonates with you, she encourages you to pick up the phone. Confidentiality is guaranteed and it costs nothing to ask questions. a

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If you are one to embrace spring-cleaning of your home, you probably create a checklist and mark things off as you go. Your finances can benefit from the same strategy. As you prioritize things like washing windows, organizing closets, and de-cluttering the garage or the basement, consider adding money management to your list.

Ric Runestad, president, CEO, and investment advisor at Runestad Financial Advisors, LTD, shared some thoughts on the topic: “It is interesting how the seasons impact the way we feel about things and the way we prioritize activities,” Runestad said. “As the air becomes warmer and spring starts to come into focus, it feels natural to want to open the windows and get everything that has been cramped up inside for the last several months cleaned and organized.” While doing so, it makes sense for us to take some time to look beyond the physical to make sure our financial affairs are in order. Runestad said, “Doing a full inventory of our assets is helpful. One of the things we do for our clients is to

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A financial spring-cleaning checklist: 1. Review your mortgage. Have your finances changed or rates dropped so you could do better? 2. College savings account. Have you started that college savings account you always intended to or have you increased your funding amount on the one you have as planned? Can you ramp up repaying your student loan(s)? 3. Investments. Have your goals changed? Are there unopened statements to evaluate that may have been tossed into a box? 4. Taxes. Your taxes were hopefully completed and filed, so are there changes you need to implement so 2020 tax planning that will be more in your favor? (i.e., altering how much is deducted from your paycheck might be one if corporately employed, or batching deductible expenses for entrepreneurs). 5. Legal matters and beneficiaries. Do you have a will naming a guardian if you have minor children? Have you signed papers about your last wishes? Do all of your accounts have updated beneficiaries listed? Planning now can save your heirs many headaches later. a Note: Not intended as advice. Consult an expert about your individual circumstances.

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Get a behind-the-scenes tour of three historic buildings located in Wabash County and hear the rich history and characteristics that each possess.

Taste of Wabash Tour JUNE 20

Taste your way around Wabash County by traveling to four mouthwatering stops! Enjoy the local cuisine while hearing from the chefs at each location.

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Discover Roanoke Fun Run April 18 A 10k, 5k, and one mile run through Roanoke.

Derby Day in Roanoke May 2

A nod to the Kentucky Derby! Wear your silliest, sweetest or most beautiful hat to enjoy discounts at local shops and restaurants.

Springtime in the Village May 16

Town-wide garage sales and downtown sidewalk sales, as well as a hog roast hosted by the Roanoke Volunteer Fire Department.

First Friday Street Fair June 5, 6 – 9p

A summertime family evening filled with live music, games and local food.

Vintage & Handmade Market June 13, 10a – 4p

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Trip to

Australia by Jaclyn Youhana Garver

The sun had just set, and no one was permitted a flashlight except the guide. No flash photography, no glowing cell phone screens. Then, coming from the ocean, Pam Leffers saw the little penguins, waddling right up to shore for the evening. These penguins, Eudyptula minor, are the smallest of all penguins. They grow to be about 15 ½ inches high and weigh just over 2 pounds. They swim on the continental shelf and visit the same family borough every single night. After a few passed, Leffers thought, “Well, that’s cool.” Then hundreds more came to shore. She calls the experience one of her favorites from her trip to Australia, where she traveled last fall with her husband. “Visiting Australia had been on [my husband’s] bucket list for years,” Leffers said, but she had never considered a visit to the continent. He’s not a huge planner, so Leffers studied up on Australia: She read “In a Sunburned Country,” Bill Bryson’s travel memoir about Australia. She loved it. She picked up a Lonely Planet guidebook. Before long, she was as excited about the trip as her husband.

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Over the couple’s month-long visit, they saw a range of locales across the country. According to Leffers, this sort of city hopping around a mass as large as Australia—it’s about 2,500 miles wide, or the distance from Seattle to Boston—isn’t too difficult once you’re on the continent, because flights across Australia are so inexpensive.

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They took full advantage of that fact: • They started in Sydney, on Australia’s southeastern coast along the Tasman Sea. It’s Australia’s largest city. • They hopped up inland to Queensland, which is not far from the Great Barrier Reef. • Then they went across the country to Perth, the capital of Western Australia. Perth is called the most isolated city in the world, sandwiched between the Australian outback on one side and the Indian Ocean on the other. • They hugged the coast east and south to reach Adelaide, on the Great Australian Bight, the open bay nestled in Australia’s southern belly. • Then there was the weekend trip to Kangaroo Island, which they reached by ferry, and the drive inland to Barossa Valley, Australian wine country. • They visited their nephew studying in Melbourne (Australia’s cultural capital) and spent an afternoon in Tasmania (home to gourmet food, bushwalking, beer, wine, whiskey and wildlife including, yes, the Tasmanian devil).

“I was surprised by how different each area of the country was,” Leffers said. “We probably went to nearly every big city’s botanical garden. The foliage was different. The topography was different.” The two days driving across the Great Ocean Road, which stretches across the southern part of the state of Victoria, was a highlight. “If you can imagine beautiful ocean views and these huge rock formations changing over time,” Leffers said. “It’s scary to drive. In a lot of places, you’re on a winding road with no sides up to the top of a mountainous area.” a

GLO GOES + TRAVEL | Can’t Miss!

Tapestry, an uplifting annual event for women, scheduled for Friday, April 24, 2020, has been postponed until June—date TBD. Per the CDC’s 3/15/2020 announcement, “The CDC recommends that for the next eight weeks, organizers cancel or postpone in-person events that consist of 50 people or more throughout the United States,” Tapestry has no choice but to adjust our schedule. Therefore, we have decided to postpone Tapestry until a date in June. We are working with Parkview, Purdue University Fort Wayne, our keynote speaker (Ashley Judd) and our constituents to secure a date. Once confirmed, we will issue an announcement and roll out a plan of action.

Keynote speaker, Ashley Judd, is a Golden Globe and Emmy-nominated actress, social justice humanitarian and author.

We are so grateful for each and every one of our supporters. We are thankful for your patience as we navigate during this unprecedented time. Tapestry has been celebrated every year since 2002 and is a day focused on inspiration, renewal and education, welcoming women in all stages of life, while also raising funds for scholarships for students studying health sciences at Purdue Fort Wayne and Indiana Fort Wayne. Guests are invited to spend the day shopping, relaxing with friends and listening to entertaining and educational guest speakers. Most importantly, the day is about having fun and spending time with friends, co-workers and other women in our community. This year’s keynote speaker is Golden Globe and Emmy-nominated actress, social justice humanitarian, and author Ashley Judd. Judd is one of the five women featured on the cover of Time Magazine’s 2017 Person of the Year issue which recognized “The Silence Breakers” as “The Voices that Launched a Movement” and brought the issue of work place sexual harassment and abuse to the forefront.

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At Tapestry, attendees will have the chance to shop over 170 sponsor booths from local businesses, artisans and boutiques, as well as enjoy a silent auction. During the morning, there will be various educational breakout sessions that focus on topics like cooking, design, stress relief, fashion, and women’s medical and heath related issues. In the afternoon, the keynote speaker, Ashley Judd, will take the stage to inspire the audience. While enjoying a much-needed day off, there is a deeper meaning behind Tapestry. The event is in place to help other women reach their educational goals. Proceeds raised support the Tapestry Parkview Endowment and Scholarship funds and provide scholarships to studying nursing, dentistry, medical imaging and other degrees in the health sciences. In the past nineteen years, more than $1,000,000 has been raised, and 101 students have received scholarships. The 2020 Tapestry Scholarship Recipients, as well as the 2020 Linda L. Ruffolo Dedication Award Honoree, will be recognized at the event.

pfw.edu/tapestry | 260-481-6854 | tapestry@pfw.edu Allen County War Memorial Coliseum | Fort Wayne, IN

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ALL ABOUT YOU | TO-DO LIST

Aprilto-do list . . . 7, 14, 21, 28 | Tuesday | “Little River Ramblers”

Hike and explore the interesting plants and wildlife of Eagle Marsh. Bring binoculars for a close-up view. Sponsored by Little River Wetlands Project. Free admission. 9 a.m.-11 p.m., Arrowhead Prairie, 6801 Engle Road, Fort Wayne. 260.478.2515, info@lrwp.org, lrwp.org.

9 | Thursday | “Breakfast on the Marsh: Animals with Scales, a Closer Look” A look under the microscope with Jeff Ormiston, environmental educator for Fox Island County Park. For 50 years and older. A light breakfast will be served. Call to preregister. Free admission. 8:30 a.m.-9:45 a.m., Indiana Wesleyan Education & Conference Center, Room 102/104, 8211 W. Jefferson Blvd., Fort Wayne. Register with Aly Munger at a.munger@lrwp.org or 260.478.2515, lrwp.org.

9 | Thursday | “Grandma’s Remedies” Celebrate the lifestyle of early Indiana women. Registration and refreshments 9 a.m.-9:30 a.m., program 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. $20 includes project materials. Swinney Homestead, 1424 W. Jefferson Blvd., Fort Wayne. Reservations at 260.432.7314 or 260.747.1501, settlersinc.org.

11 | Saturday | Artisan Craft Market Local artisans, professional artists, gourmet cupcakes, handmade items, more. 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Riverside Center, 231 E. Monroe St., Decatur. 260.724.7171, decaturin.org.

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Volun-beer Help Little River Wetlands Project clean seeds collected from the marsh. 6 p.m.-8 p.m., Hop River Brewing Company, 1515 N. Harrison St., Fort Wayne. 260.478.2515, lrwp.org.

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First Friday Live entertainment, food, kid’s activities, shopping, evening specials and more. Free admission. 5 p.m.-8 p.m., downtown Wabash. 260.563.0975, wabashmarketplace.org. 44

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| Sunday |

Mather Sunday Lecture Series Bill and Matthew Ringenberg present “Alice Hamilton of Fort Wayne: Scientist and Social Reformer. Lecture and book signing. Free admission. 2 p.m., The History Center, 302 E. Berry St., Fort Wayne. 260.426.2882, fwhistorycenter.com.

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Flea Market Nearly 100 indoor vendors, hot food available. Sponsored by the Adams County Coin Club. 8 a.m.-3 p.m., Riverside Center, 231 E. Monroe St. (Highway 224 East), Decatur. Contact Carla at 260.517.8182, facebook.com/decaturindianafleamarket.

“Public Hike: Macroinvertebrate Madness” Examine water critters under a microscope and learn what they can tell about water quality. Dress for the weather, waterproof boots recommended. Free admission. 12:30 p.m.-2 p.m., meet at Boy Scout office parking lot, 6801 Engle Road, Fort Wayne. 260.478.2515, lrwp.org.

16-18 | Thursday-Saturday | Diamond Days Three days to save up to 50% on all loose diamonds and diamond jewelry. All estate diamond jewelry specially priced. Register to win 1/2-carat loose diamond. Enjoy Carat Cake and Diamond Water while you shop. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Thursday and Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Eichhorn Jewelry Inc., 130 N. 2nd St., Decatur. 260.724.2621, eichhornjewelry.com.

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HUMC Biennial Quilt Show All types of quilts on display, special challenge focusing on children’s fabrics. Quilt workshop 1 p.m. Friday, guest speaker Shelly Gilliland 1 p.m. Saturday. Lunch available. $7. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. both days, Harlan United Methodist Church, 16434 State Road 37, Harlan. 260.657.5364.

18 | Saturday | Volunteer Kick Off and Annual Spring Clean-Up Breakfast treats available at kick off, 9 a.m.-10 a.m. at Eagle Marsh barn, followed by cleanup of winter trash, 10 a.m.-noon. Bring garden rakes, grabbers, trash bags, work gloves and other useful tools, and meet at Eagle Marsh gateway parking area, 6801 Engle Road, Fort Wayne. 260.478.2515, lrwp.org.

30 | Thursday | 8th Anniversary Event Complimentary wine, hors d’oeuvres, live skincare demos, raffles. Customer appreciation pricing on all products and services during event. Complimentary wine glass filled with goodies. Free admission. 5 p.m.-8 p.m., Country Heritage Winery, 185 CR 66, Laotto. 260.427.7473, aspireplasticsurgery.com.

May 2 | Saturday | Holland Tulip Festival Bus Trip Visit Nelis’ Dutch Village, enjoy an authentic Dutch lunch, tour Holland’s historic areas with costumed guide, stop at downtown artisan’s market. Continental breakfast serve en route, fast food stop on the way back. $115. Bus departs 7:30 a.m. from Bob Arnold Northside Park, East State Boulevard and Parnell Avenue, Fort Wayne, returns at 9:30 p.m. Sign up at 260.427.6017 or fortwayneparks.org. a

15 | Wednesday | “Short Hikes for Short Legs: Pond Life” Learn about swimmers, wigglers, and things that go hop in the water. Free admission, open to children 3-5 accompanied by responsible adult. 9 a.m.-10 a.m., Eagle Marsh barn, 6801 Engle Road, Fort Wayne. 260.478.2515, lrwp.org.

Would you like to submit an event to be considered for glo’s To-Do List? Our deadline is the 6th of the month prior to publication. E-mail us your event 40 words or less to: rbalogh@the-papers. com. Please type ‘To-Do List’ in the subject line. Or you may mail info to glo, P.O. Box 188, Milford, IN 46542.

Botanical Observatory • “Dog Days of Winter” garden exhibit (through April 12), public hours, regular admission • Friday, April 10, “Easter in the Garden,” 10 a.m.-3 p.m., regular admission • Saturday, April 11, Visit With the Easter Bunny, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., regular admission • Saturday, April 18, “1st Garden Glimpse” opening day, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., included in regular garden admission • Saturday, April 18 (through July 5), “Miracle of Flight” live butterfly exhibit, public hours, regular admission Adults $5, children (3-17) $3, children (2 and under) free. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday; 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Thursday; noon-4 p.m. Sunday; closed Monday. 1100 S. Calhoun St., Fort Wayne. 260.427.6440, botanicalconservatory.org

Embassy Theatre • • • • • •

Friday, April 10, “Crime Junkie Podcast Live,” 8 p.m., $36/$46/$56/$66/$86 Wednesday, April 15, “Beautiful: The Carole King Musical,” 7:30 p.m., $35/$55 Tuesday and Wednesday, April 21-22, “Waitress,” 7:30 p.m., $35/$50/$70 Thursday, April 23, Theresa Caputo, 7:30 p.m., $39.75/$59.75/$89.75 Sunday, April 26, Cody Jinks, 7 p.m., $20 to $375 Monday, April 27, MOMIX Master Class, 6:30 p.m., $22/participant, $5/observer, for dancers 12 and older • Tuesday, April 28, MOMIX, 7:30 p.m., $32 125 W. Jefferson Blvd., Fort Wayne. 800.745.3000, fwembassytheatre.org.

• Wednesday-Sunday, April 15-19, Vera Bradley Annual Outlet Sale, 7:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Wednesday through Friday, 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, $5 regular admission, $75 VIP • Friday, April 17, for KING & COUNTRY “burn the ships North America: 2020 Encore,” 7:30 p.m. $20/$40/$70/$140 • Tuesday, April 21, A Hope Center fundraising banquet, 5:30 p.m., register online • Thursday, April 23, Nickelodeon’s “JoJO Siwa D.R.E.A.M.: The Tour,” 7 p.m., $39.50/$49.50/$69.50 • Saturday, April 25, Lynyrd Skynyrd “Last of the Street Survivors Farewell Tour” with Travis Tritt, 7 p.m., $29.50 to $350 Parking $6 main lot, $10 preferred lot. Allen County War Memorial Coliseum, 4000 Parnell Ave., Fort Wayne. 260.482.9502, memorialcoliseum.com.

• Saturday, April 4, “Hairball: A Bombastic Celebration of Arena Rock,” 7:30 p.m.,$25/$35/$75 • Saturday, April 18, “A Grand Time: Through the Years,” 7:30 p.m., Advance: $12 adults, $8 students. Day of show: $15 all tickets • Saturday, April 25, Million Dollar Quartet, 7:30 p.m., $38/$54 • Thursday, April 30, Blue Man Group, 7:30 p.m., $44/$56/$75/$100 Ford Theater, 275 W. Market St., Wabash. 260.563.1102, honeywellcenter.org.

Niswonger Performing Arts Center

Exhibitions • Glass Sculpture from the Collection (ongoing) • Planes, Trains & Automobiles: Classic Toys and Americana (ongoing) • 2020 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards (through April 11) • Hidden Truths: New Paintings by Francisco Valverde (through May 17) • Here and Now: A Survey on New Contemporary Art (through May 17) • Woolgatherers: Paintings by Heather Day (through May 31) • Hope Dies Last: The New Armenia — Photographs by Michelle Andonian (through July 12) • Color X Color: Selections from the Chuck Sperry Archive (April 18 through June 7) • Thursday, April 2, Curator’s Tour: Francisco Valverde, 12:15 p.m., regular admission • Thursday, April 9, 2nd Thursday in the Paradigm Gallery, 5 p.m., regular admission • Wednesday, April 15, Print Room Talks: Faith Ringgold, 2 p.m., regular admission Adults $8, students (pre-K through college) $6, seniors (65 and older) $6, families $20, free admission for veterans and veterans’ families, free general admission 5 p.m.-8 p.m. every Thursday. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday; 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Thursday; noon-5 p.m. Sunday (closed Mondays), 311 E. Main St., Fort Wayne. 260.422.6467, fwmoa.org.

Shipshewana Blue Gate Theatre

Memorial Coliseum

Honeywell Center

Fort Wayne Museum of Art

• Friday, April 3, Baby Boomer Comedy Show, 7 p.m., in Music Hall, $24.95 • Friday, April 3, John Conlee, 8 p.m., $19.95 to $59.95 • Saturday, April 4, Glen Campbell Tribute: Wichita Lineman, 7 p.m., in Music Hall, $19.95 • Tuesday, April 14, Celtic Woman, 7:30 p.m., $49.95 to $119.95 • Thursday, April 16, Martina McBride, 8 p.m., $44.95 to $129.95 • Friday, April 17, Down East Boys, 7 p.m., in Music Hall, $19.95 • Friday, April 17, Michael W. Smith, 8 p.m., $29.95 to $94.95 • Saturday, April 18, SIX, 8 p.m., $19.95 to $59.95 • Tuesday, April 21, Booth Brothers: Gospel Night, 7:30 p.m., $14.95 to $39.95 • Wednesday, April 22, Booth Brothers: Country Night, 7:30 p.m., $14.95 to $39.95 • Thursday, April 23, Doug Church: The True Voice of Elvis, 8 p.m., $14.95 to $29.95 • Friday, April 24, Three Dog Night, 8 p.m., $34.95 to $99.95 • Saturday, April 25, Dick Fox’s Golden Boys: Frankie Avalon, Fabian & Bobby Rydell, 8 p.m., $44.95 to 129.95 All shows add $18 for dinner theater. All performances held in Performing Arts Center unless otherwise indicated. 760 S. Van Buren St., Shipshewana. 888.447.4725, thebluegate.com.

Strode Center for the Arts • Saturday, April 11, Cinema at the Stroede, “Stalag 17,” 7:30 p.m., free admission • Saturday, April 18, Cinema for Kids: “How to Train Your Dragon 3: The Hidden World,” 2 p.m., free admission 319 Wade Ave., Defiance. 419.784.3401, defiancearts.org. a

• Thursday-Saturday, April 2-4, “Tarzan: The High School Musical,” 7 p.m. $8 general admission, $10 reserved seating • Friday, April 17, The Isaacs with Terry Bradshaw, 7:30 p.m., $35/$40/$50/$55 • Saturday, April 25, Here Come the Mummies, 7:30 p.m., $35/$45/$55 • Sunday, April 26, Paul Keels, Ohio State sports announcer, 3 p.m., $20 10700 SR 118, Van Wert. 419.238.6722, npacvw.org.

Francine’s Friends Mobile Mammography Coach Schedule

For an appointment, call 260.483.1847 or 1.800.727.8439, ext. 68120 Walk-in openings are available depending on schedule.

4/01 Parkview Warsaw Center for Healthy Living – 1305 Mariners Drive, Warsaw 4/02 Wolf Community Building – 345 N. Morton Street, Shipshewana 4/03 Aqua Indiana – 14421 Illinois Rd, FW 46814 4/08 PPG New Haven – 1331 Minnich Rd, New Haven 4/09 Shindigz – 919 S. Harrison St, Suite 300, Fort Wayne 4/14 DeBrand Fine Chocolates – 10105 Auburn Park Dr, Fort Wayne 4/15 PPG Grabill – 13430 Main St, Grabill 4/16 Kroger – 6002 St Joe Rd, Fort Wayne 4/17 University of Saint Francis – 2701 Spring Street, Fort Wayne 4/20 Avalon Missionary Church – 1500 Lower Huntington, Fort Wayne 4/21 Woodlan Jr/Sr High School – 17215 Woodburn Rd, Woodburn 4/22 New Haven Jr/Sr High School – 1300 Green Rd, New Haven 4/23 DeKalb County Council on Aging – 1800 E. 7th St, Auburn 4/27 PPG N. Clinton – 5110N. Clinton, Fort Wayne 4/28 Parkview Noble Center for Healthy Living – 401 Diamond St, Kendallville | APRIL GLO 2020 |

glo-roscopes By Julie Young

Aries (March 21 - April 19)

Libra (September 23 - October 22)

Grey skies clear up whenever you are around. You are the light of every room that you enter and you tend to command attention. This will help as you formulate your plan to meet your short-term goals. Now is the time to go for the gold, but trust your instincts. If something feels wrong, don’t do it.

You need to optimize your daily agenda in order to accomplish your goals. Perhaps waking up an hour earlier will give you the extra time you need, or carving out a personal day will help you get back on track. Whatever it is you need to get done, don’t put it off. The time is now.

Taurus (April 20 - May 20)

Scorpio (October 23 - November 21)

It’s time to take care of that debt that you have been chipping away at little by little. A short-term sacrifice is worth the long-term gain. An opportunity for adventure will present itself near the end of the month, but be sure to look before you leap into it. Some things are not what they appear to be.

Schedule some time for a romantic interlude and treat your partner to an outof-the-box date that they won’t soon forget. A surprise surplus of cash will help make this happen and the excursion will help re-invigorate your waning energy supply. You need a holiday.

Gemini (May 21 - June 20)

Sagittarius (November 22 - December 21)

It’s no wonder that you have such a pep in your step. Your new makeover is making an impression on everyone around you, so you can’t help feeling your best. Take those positive vibes and put them into a project you have been putting off. Now is the time to get it done.

You need to get a handle on the work/life balance because one always seems to outweigh the other. Your life has been out of whack recently and it is time to re-calibrate in order to recharge and realign your outlook. Money matters, but it cannot buy you happiness.

Cancer (June 21 - July 22)

Capricorn (December 22 - January 19)

Even though it may be raining, now is not the time to crawl into your shell and hide. You need to channel your energy on the road ahead so that you can discover the new opportunity that awaits you. Is it a new job, new relationship, or a new passion? Only time will tell.

In order to get what you need, you must ask for it. No matter if it is a raise at work, assistance with a big project, or merely help around the house, you can’t expect everyone to have your level of intuition.

Leo (July 23 - August 22)

Thinking about making a big change around the home? This is the month to put that plan into action. After all, you’ve been saving for this for a long time, so what are you waiting for? Create a budget, shop for bargains and create the space of your dreams. You won’t regret it

We all love the sound of our own voices, but you take it to a whole new level. This month, learn to listen to others and let them stand in the spotlight for a change of pace. You may benefit from the knowledge they have to share with you.

Virgo (August 23 - September 22) Love is in the air for you this month Virgo, and your other half is about to drop a serious subject on you that will change your life forever. Listen to your heart before you answer and then move forward with joy. You are going to be showered with blessings and no one deserves it more than you. 46

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Aquarius (January 20 - February 18)

Pisces (February 19 - March 20) You have been tongue-tied for so long, Pisces, but this is the month in which you will find your voice and sing. Whether it is confessing your feelings to the one you love, nailing that work presentation or writing that novel you always planned to pen, your words will be heard and valued more than you can imagine. a

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APRIL 2020

APRIL IS ORAL CANCER AWARENESS MONTH When was your last screening?

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