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August photo by Amber Bouthot

“ True friends are like bright sunflowers that never fade away, even over distance and time.”

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Suzie Emley Where do you draw inspiration for your artwork?

Typically, I am inspired by the pristine beauty and tranquility in nature. I love colorful flowers and enjoy paintings with a focal point of a delicate lady in a white dress. I also am inspired when reviewing photos of our gardens from past years.

What advice do you have for female artists in our community?

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Do what speaks to your soul. Do it for you and remember: Comparison kills creativity.

Why do you read glo? glo is a unique magazine focusing on inspiring women.

The interesting features, travel guide, and locally-owned shopping suggestions are enlightening and enjoyable to read.

I look forward to the interesting cover artwork each month, as well.

Where can we find your work?

Orchard Gallery of Fine Art located at 6312 A. Covington Road, 46804. a

What inspired this piece?

In the past, I painted a garden of flowers, which featured a statue as the focal point. I decided to recreate that painting with more brilliant flowers and include a lady in a white dress as the focal point.

Want to put your art on our front cover? Give it a glo!

To submit your entry, send art as an e-mail attachment to ambouthot@the-papers.com or send a production-ready image on a CD via mail to: glo Magazine, Attention: Amber Bouthot, PO Box 188, Milford, IN 46542.

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glo front covers are open to female artists. Submissions from all original 2D media (digital art photographs are OK) are welcome.

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Artwork must be photographed at a high-resolution (300+ dpi) for reproduction.

Cover art selections are made at the discretion of glo staff. For cover placement, the artist will receive credit and added exposure via introductory copy and published photograph in a question and answer section.

Cover art is cropped approximately to 10” wide x 13” high. Submitted cover art should be sized as 10.5” wide x 13.25” tall and, when possible, please allow 4.5” at top of artwork for glo masthead placement. The art chosen will confer rights to the cover image only as it relates to the publication and glo. The artist shall retain all other rights.

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“All About Getting Ready for Fall”

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August 2020 | Vol. 11 No. 4

August is my birthday month—it’s also when we usually host our Annual glo Bash—which means it’s typically one of my favorites of the year. This year is different though. With so much uncertainty due to COVID-19, it’s hard to remain positive and look ahead. Will we be able to safely host events or get togethers with friends to celebrate milestones in the near future? Will the kids go back to school, and if so, what will that look like?

Will life ever get back to “normal?” It can all be very overwhelming.

GLAM + STYLE Fashion: Fall Fashion Preview .................................................................. 8 Beauty + Spa: Autumn Hair Trends .................................................... 10

COMMUNITY FOCUS She glows’ : Sharon Tucker...................................................................... 12 glo Girl: Lottie Palmer ............................................................................. 14 He glows’ : Jim Anderson......................................................................... 16

As I mentioned in my July editor’s note, we will be unable to host the glo Bash in person this month as planned. We do not feel that hosting a gathering that large is safe for attendees or vendors. Instead, the first week of August, we will host a virtual glo Bash on our Facebook page with fun contests and daily giveaways. Be sure to like our page so you don’t miss it. Have no fear; glo Bash will be back in 2021.

FEATURES Feature Focus: Our Favorite Front Women ..................................... 18 Health: Advocating For Your Health ................................................... 20 Motherhood: Tackling Tough Topics with Kids ............................. 22

How have you been weathering these strange times? What are you looking forward to for the remainder of 2020? I’d love to hear from you. Email me anytime at ambouthot@the-papers.com.

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By Lauren Caggiano

It’s official: Fall 2020 is time to unleash the power of your feminine energy and step into bolder looks.

Emma Marie Metcalf of Lyn-Maree’s Boutique in downtown Auburn said change is in order, style-wise.

“The biggest things I see changing here will be more 70s and prep school inspired wear,” she said. “Apparel is definitely starting to trend away from leggings and tunics.”

In other words, this is the season to show off your figure, not hide behind loose or oversized clothing. To that end, expect to see 1970s inspired high-waisted, wide leg pants, high-

waisted skirts with tucked in tops or smaller/ fitted tops to accent a waistline and pair that with a plaid blazer. Also, clear the ankle boots and booties out of your closet and make way for vegan leather knee-high boots. Va..va...voom!

Intrigued by the prep school vibe? Metcalf said it doesn’t have to be too complicated. Argyle, nautical, plaids, blazers and tweed capture the essence of this youthful look. Mini skirts and dresses with these patterns and texture are sure to turn heads. (Clueless’ Cher called, and she wants her outfit back!)

If you’re looking for something a little extra, you might choose something to draw the eye vertically. Metcalf said “fun arms” are all the rage.

Rack up major style points and rock a puffy shoulder that tapers down —Princess Diana style. Channel your inner Hollywood starlet by pulling off a faux fur coat or fur-lined style with formal or everyday attire.

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Of course, the most flattering thing you can wear is confidence, and clothing certainly can help. Channel your inner Madonna and pair lingerie-inspired tops/corset with high-waisted loose trousers and a blazer. This look says sexy

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yet classy at the same time — it exudes a certain je ne sais quoi. The same can be said of a little red dress. While black may be a mainstay, Metcalf said that red is all the rage this season. Other colors to add to your rotation include nudes, monotones and shades of brown.

Prints are still in the mix. Susan Johnson, with Susan’s Fashions in Fort Wayne, said there’s no denying that this wild look is still being embraced.

“If you thought animal prints were hot last year — they are even bigger this year! It’s cheetah, zebra and reptile, and some are mixed together,” she said.

Like animal prints — which have been on-trend for a few years — puffer vests and jackets are still popular among her clientele. Johnson also agrees with Metcalf’s remarks about fall 2020’s color palette.

In her words, “the rich and warm colors of chestnut, spice and many shades of brown teamed with black is the new color story for the season. Every designer has used these new color combinations.”

Complete the look by pulling in silver and gold elements. “You will see them as foiled accents, as well as the use of beads, studs and rhinestones,” she said.

One thing’s for sure: Fall 2020 is the time to shine a little brighter. a

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• Online auction at bidpal.net/Tapestry2020 • In-store specials with particapating sponsors • Enjoy online promotions from our sponsors • For details visit pfw.edu/tapestry Join Tapestry in raising scholarship funds for students studying health sciences at Purdue University Fort Wayne and Indiana University Fort Wayne as we continue to celebrate the fabric of women in our community through inspiration, education, and renewal.

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GLAM + STYLE | Beauty + Spa

Autumn

HAIR TRENDS

By Cathy Shouse

The pandemic has made us appreciate many things—and for some of us, we are especially missing our hairstylist. In the past, occasions like parties and milestone birthdays might inspire us to give our tresses a makeover. But now, just going to the hairdresser is cause for celebration. You may want to plan your visit for the important event it is.

Which celebrity looks are hottest right now?

According to Williams, trendsetter Kate Middleton currently has long hair that’s a bit straighter, smoother, and dare-we-say flatter, so she anticipates this to trickle down to our region this fall.

Williams said, “Be open minded about your look. If you like a celebrity look, you can adjust it to your face shape and hair type.”

Do you have any tips for maintaining our new, do at home?

Shirley Williams, owner and cosmetologist at Southwest Hair, gave us some ideas for that next, much-anticipated salon visit.

What hair trends can we expect to see this fall?

Williams said, “Wave and curls are still in, especially with edgy layers.”

Shags, pixie cuts with shaved sides, and slicked back short hair are in, as well as spiral curls, which is bringing back perms.

“However, if hair is color treated it shouldn’t be permed,” Williams said.

“Ask a professional for advice.”

What about color options?

“The sky is the limit for hair color,” Williams said. “No cookie cutter color and cuts. It’s a chance for your stylist to shine.”

Here’s what we can expect this fall for color trends: - Ombre color with layers gradually changing the color of the hair strands.

- Cool brown moving into Platinum - Bold gold or golden brown highlights.

- Ginger red layered shag.

- Taupe Ombres with layers around the bottom of hair.

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“Home care can make or break your investment,” Williams advised. “A style that requires too much daily styling or hair not holding might be a deal breaker. Or too much upkeep on a short style or hair color might break your beauty budget.”

So when you head to the salon, think about maintenance, especially if you won’t be visiting quite as regularly.

That’s the scoop on style. Just remember, hair is supposed to be fun, not a drag. And remember, hair always grows back. a photos: shutterstock.com

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Her introduction music is the kind that’s meant to get a crowd on its feet, dancing, pumping a fist, singing along: All I do is win, win, win, no matter what.

It’s how Sharon Tucker comes to the mic at a June rally outside the Allen County Courthouse. Never mind the message any politician would want attached to her name—the song is one of triumph, a happy missive that adds to the hope behind any protest: Things can get better.

As the 6th district councilperson, Tucker is one of the first Black women to serve on the Fort Wayne City Council. While she’s seen movements pass through Fort Wayne over the years—she was born here and graduated from Paul Harding High School and Indiana Tech—this one is different.

“In my lifetime, this is probably one of the first times I’ve seen the lead taken by non-African American people,” she said. “I’ve seen Amish folks [downtown Fort Wayne] holding signs. It has taken root. People of other races and nationalities have finally gotten to a point where they say, ‘Come on. Enough is enough.’”

Tucker entered politics to help the underdog, which she’s done since childhood. Her mother tells stories of being called into school, but it was never because of something Tucker started. Like that time sophomore year. A group of high school girls were taunting another girl, who had a physical disability.

“We all got sent into the office,” she said. “My mom got called. She knew right away, ‘Sharon didn’t do anything. She was fighting for somebody.’ I wasn’t even included in the conversation, but I inserted myself there in an effort to defend someone.”

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Her desire to impact change is why she works so steadfastly to help women have a voice at the board table.

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In 2012, Tucker started the Women in Politics Forum to provide mentorship for women by women. The first panel included Jill Donnelly, Sen. Joe Donnelly’s wife; former elected officials; and Therese Brown, 2nd District Allen County Commissioner. They discussed questions a woman could be asked when running for office; questions a candidate might not otherwise consider.

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Like “If you’re out doing this, who’s at home watching your kid?”

A man asked Tucker that once, and it shocked her, in part because the questioner was a friend and someone she considered progressive.

“No one would ever ask a man that, but they felt so comfortable asking me that as a woman, assuming automatically that my role should have been at home with my kid,” she said. “Those were the things that Women in Politics was designed to help. How do you answer that question, and should you feel bad because you’re on the campaign trail as opposed to being at home cooking dinner? The answer is no. It doesn’t have to be an either/or. It’s and.”

The program ran for five years. It was trailblazing at the time, Tucker said, but she closed it as other organizations formed that could better help women like Advancing Voices of Women, on whose board Tucker currently serves.

Her ultimate goal, through local politics and her work advocating for women, is to see city infrastructure become more diverse.

“The perfect Fort Wayne for me would be boards and commissions that are made up of all nationalities, not just Black, not just white, but Hispanic, Burmese,” she said. “Am I naïve to think there will never be a person who carries some level of racism? No. I am not trying to change a person’s mindset. What I’m trying to work on changing is a system that contributes to that mindset.” a

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glo Girl COMMUNITY FOCUS |

glo GIRL LOTTIE PALMER

By Deborah C. Gerbers | Photo by Tim Brumbeloe

Young Lottie Palmer, age 7, knows how much it means to receive presents at the holidays and to feel special.

When she realized that other children who are hospitalized might not have the same Christmas experience as her, she decided to do something about it.

“I knew that there were children in the hospital at Christmas and I wanted to make sure they had presents,” Lottie said.

According to her parents, Robyn and Katie, Lottie had a determination and desire to look beyond her own needs and wants.

“Shortly after Christmas 2018, Lottie came to us and asked if she could start saving her money for a special reason,” they said. “She told us that she wanted to buy as many American Girl dolls as she could afford and give them away to patients at a local children’s hospital. We spoke 14

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with her about the basics of money management and helped her pick out a special storage container for her money, and she saved every single penny she obtained for an entire year!”

Lottie’s parents were able to help her vision come to life. “I spoke with a friend who works on the Pediatric Unit at PRMC and she was able to get me in contact with a patient liaison who facilitated our visit,” said Katie.

Lottie has always been generous and kind, her parents said. “She has the biggest heart and has always been very interested in helping others.

Her genuine kindness inspires us everyday.”

Giving to others and seeing how happy the pediatric patients are when they receive gifts keeps Lottie inspired to continue her mission.

“When you help other people, it makes them happy and that makes you feel really good on the inside,” she said. “I think giving presents to children in the hospital might help them feel better, too. Doing nice things for people also makes God really happy.”

When she’s not helping others, Lottie has her own interests, as well. “I love to play my violin and spend time with my family,” she said. “I love science and really like doing experiments.”

Lottie is enthusiastic about helping kids again this Christmas. She has two dolls already wrapped and ready to give out and is saving money to purchase more. a

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Jim Anderson, director of the Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo (FWCZ), won’t soon forget his first week in 1977. He was asked to mow the grass in the alligator yard. He took one look at the area and asked, wide eyed, “How am I supposed to mow the enclosure with her lying there?”

Simple, they told him: “Mow around her, then grab her by the tail, pull her out of the way and mow where she was resting.”

Such was Anderson’s introduction to the zoo. He obviously didn’t let that scare him away since he’s still there 40 years later.

Anderson is a South Side High School graduate and earned a B.S. degree from Purdue (1979) and Master of Public Administration from IPFW (1992). He was named IPFW’s outstanding graduate student in 1992 and was the recipient of IPFW’s Distinguished Alumni Award in 1996.

His first job out of high school was with FWCZ as Zoo Keeper, a seasonal position, from 1977 - 79. After that, he was promoted to Zoo Curator, 1979 - 1986; then Assistant Director, 1986 - 1994; and finally Director, 1994 to present.

“The zoo is a beautiful place filled with captivating creatures, all arranged and displayed to engage people and provide them an access point to the wild world,” said Anderson, who admits to being a people person, with a strong love for family, animals and nature. “The zoo has always felt like a good match for me.”

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Under Anderson’s leadership, the zoo has expanded to include Tasmanian devils, goliath groupers, lions and tigers, orangutans, Javan gibbons, giraffes, clouded leopard, stingrays and sharks.

His duties include fundraising, curating animals, managing staff, budgeting, marketing and building a team of experts.

“Our giraffe keepers know more about giraffes than I do,” said Anderson. “Our educators know more about teaching secondgraders than I do. Our leaders try to help our very talented staff do what they do best. Our volunteers donate more than 30,000 hours of service annually and some have volunteered for 25 years.”

Starting 25 years ago with the African Journey, the zoo renovated Africa, then the Indiana Family Farm, Sea Lion Beach, Australian Adventure, Stingray Bay, River Otter Exhibit and Monkey Island.

What’s so special is that everything was built with donations from individuals, businesses and foundations.

“This is an amazing legacy at our zoo,” said Anderson. “To all donors, large and small, who have helped make the zoo what it is: a sincere thanks!”

Anderson’s 40 years at the zoo have given him priceless memories that he will take with him when he retires “toward the end of the year, depending on how the search for a new executive director goes.”

He and his wife Linda will stay in Fort Wayne but will visit their five kids living in California, Oregon, Indianapolis, Bloomington and Rome – with the sunshine on their shoulders as they also visiting parks and hiking trails. In short, much of what they enjoy at home: biking, landscaping, outdoorsing, etc.

Most zoos the size of Fort Wayne don’t attract 600,000 visitors a year to their zoo. Anderson said, “Come and see us again this summer. Our team believes so strongly in what we do and we want to share our passion for animals and nature with you and your family.” a

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FEATURE | Feature Focus

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Kendra Johnson of The Snarks

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by Jaclyn Youhana Garver

Northeast Indiana women rock—especially these five. They front their own bands, and they recently let us pick their brains about inspiration, their creative process and what advice they’d give to young women looking to get into the music industry.

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What inspires you?

Kendra Johnson of The Snarks: Good songs. Other women. Sick guitar riffs. Weird moods and nostalgia.

Sunny Taylor of the Sunny Taylor Band: Making an impact on others.

Music is a gift from God, which has helped me cope with several downturns in life. I love seeing music do that for other people.

What’s your creative process like?

Cassie Beer of Rosalind & the Way: I try to write a little bit every day.

I always have a note open on my phone to record ideas as they come.

It’s one of the absolute best feelings to get this little seed for a song and to see it take form.

Alicia Pyle of the Alicia Pyle quartet: When I’m in the element of jazz, I’m always actively composing because of improv. With improv, there’s not extensive time to plan and space things out. You literally have to create a solo with good composition right on the spot and adjust to mistakes intuitively with grace and artistry.

What’s something you’re proud of?

Beer: I’m really proud of some of the collaborations we’ve gotten to be a part of like the video we made this spring with the Fort Wayne Dance Collective and getting to use one of our songs to promote Changing the Face of Beauty, which advocates for kids with disabilities to be in national marketing campaigns.

Leigh Roberson of Actual Size*: I’m beyond grateful for my vocal gift, but I would say my marriage. My husband lets me be me, and I have continually grown as an artist because of it. We just celebrated our 26th wedding anniversary. We always have a great time together, and now our grandchildren look up to us and request songs for us to play. It’s even better than what I had imagined it could be.

How does playing in a band compare to solo work?

Johnson: I’ve never done solo stuff and highly doubt I ever will. I can handle being in a band because there are friends on stage with me, and they have my back if I screw something up. I love being in a band because it’s like being in a bizarre family. I can honestly say that the people in the Snarks have become some of my closest friends.

Taylor: The pressure is a little higher in a band setting because you are relying on other musicians and they are relying on you. When performing solo, I am only accountable to myself. If I want to change keys in the middle of a song or even change songs in the middle of a song, I can do it without causing a train wreck. That wouldn’t fly in a band setting.

What advice do you have for young women who want to do what you do?

Pyle: Do not listen to patriarchal sources that tell you where you belong or what you can’t do. Do not stay in environments that don’t actively work to promote women. You belong in the home, in management, in the church, in the office, in the studio, in the field, on stage, behind the scenes, in front of the camera or absolutely anywhere you want to be.

Robertson: Explore as many types of music genres and artistry as possible so that you don’t claim just one type of sound that is “you.” Set absolutely no limits to what you would try. Sing in church, sing with children’s choirs, record, perform live, create commercial jingles, and sit in with another band. Each leads to new contacts and lessons learned.

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Advocating for Your Health FEATURE | Health

By Lauren Caggiano Knowledge is power, and that statement certainly holds true when it comes to our health.

However, it can feel overwhelming at times to act as your own advocate. But where to begin?

And how does that advocacy look in an era of COVID-19 and telemedicine? nature of the concern,” she said. “Sometimes patients feel that it’s minor or just in her head.

But if it’s enough to bother her and she’s worried about it, I think it is better to communicate the concern with her provider. They can make a decision together as to whether this is something they need to monitor or something that might require additional evaluation.”

Speaking of concerns, Garrean reminds readers that patients should come prepared with a list of concerns, symptoms, observations, etc. in order to allow her to focus on the most pressing ones. In the context of healthcare, however, less is more. To that end, she said it’s best to pick maybe three to focus on in a single visit, so that the patient can get the most out of the encounter.

Dr. Carol Garrean, a primary care physician with Parkview Health, said open communication is a great starting place for any providerpatient dynamic.

On that note, Garrean said there are also measures patients can take to ensure the visit is as efficient and thorough as possible. Specifically, she points out that obtaining medical records from other providers or health systems in advance can help the provider form a more informed opinion.

“For any patient, the most important thing is to be calm and don’t be shy about the

“If the patient has the ability to pull up a lab test or an imaging test that they have done

Speaking of home, Garrean said telemedicine makes it possible to receive care in the comfort of one’s residence. However, there may be more prep involved, technologically speaking at least, than for an in-person visit.

“The one downside about telemedicine is it really depends on your internet connection,” she said. “So, if you know you’re in a dead zone or the internet connection is not as smooth, the visit itself might be a little bit difficult because you might only catch part of the doctor’s comments.”

With this in mind, she recommends that patients test their setup in advance and try to keep outside noise and distractions to a minimum. Also, know that telemedicine isn’t exhaustive, but it is a good starting place.

In her words, “the only downside for telemedicine is that we’re missing the exam component, but for most things we can address any issues without the patient having to come in. If an exam is absolutely needed, we will arrange for an in-person follow-up.” a

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elsewhere, this saves so much time in trying to obtain those records,” she explained. “One misconception is that the office can obtain records quicker than the patient. That’s not the case. I would certainly advise that if you have outside records, try to keep a good record of them at home so that you can bring them into the office for providers as needed.”

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FEATURE | Motherhood

Tackling Tough Topics with Kids

By Mary Jane Bogle

2020 will go down as one of the most tumultuous times in recent history. COVID-19 and racial tensions, not to mention rioting and looting, can leave all of us feeling uncertain at best, lost or scared at worst. Just imagine how our kids are feeling.

Most children are looking to their parents for a sense of safety and wellbeing in the middle of these national crises.

Now more than ever, they need you to help them navigate these tough topics. That’s why it’s so important to open up a dialogue with your kids—no matter how old they are— about race relations in America.

Not sure where to get started? Here are five dos and don’ts to help you navigate these tricky conversations.

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DON’T SHIELD YOUR CHILDREN FROM

TOUGH TOPICS.

If you don’t talk to your kids about race, someone else will. In fact, with all the media coverage, or even a drive around town, it’s virtually impossible to miss. Instead of avoiding the conversation, answer their questions as fully and honestly as possible, without instilling fear.

“It’s important for parents to open that conversation,” said Gina Chiappazzi, president of Humor Association!. Older kids might ask more difficult questions, so remember to speak to their age and speak in ways they understand.

2

DO BE HONEST.

Victoria Rios-Prokop, LMHC, at Blackbird Counseling, LLC, tells parents and kids to be open and honest with one another.

“I always encourage my kids to be honest with me. It has opened up a lot of really good conversations with us…and with others. My kids are very passionate, so I tell them that other people don’t have to agree with us. If we have left them with something to think about, we’ve done our jobs.”

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DON’T ASSUME YOU HAVE TO HAVE

THE ANSWERS.

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“Children will want answers that we might not have,” said Chiappazzi. “It’s okay to say that we don’t know what the answer is.”

Instead, try to validate and explore feelings with your kids. “It’s okay to have feelings that are scary,” said Rios-Prokop. “If it makes your kids angry, ask them how it makes them angry.”

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DO MODEL THE TYPE OF BEHAVIOR YOU WANT TO SEE IN YOUR KIDS. “I tell my kids that basically, everybody is the same because we’re all one race,” said Chiappazzi. “Everybody needs to be treated equally. I remind my children that we as a family treat each other equally. We need to make sure that we are a good example to others of what positive people do.”

Rios-Prokop agrees. “We start with the idea that we are all human. What makes us different is that we happen to be a different color. Everything else is the same. We need to respect that.”

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DON’T LEAVE IT AT ONE CONVERSATION.

There is great value in encouraging children to get together with people who don’t look the way they do. Finding mom groups on Facebook or other social forums can help you connect with a diverse group of friends.

And if you are raising a child of mixed race or kids who are struggling with their identities, Rios-Prokop encourages parents “to teach them how to view their differences early on.”

In addition, Chiappazzi suggests that parents talk with their children about how we make changes in our country, focusing on elected officials and the way government works instead of violence. a

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Leo (July 23 - August 22) Because Leos tend to be creative and intellectual, it should come as no surprise that they are also life-long learners who treat every endeavor as if it is a test to be passed. Spend some time in nature’s classroom this month and realize you can’t master everything.

Virgo (August 23 - September 22)

Aquarius (January 20 - February 18) Marital bliss will be enhanced by the little things you do for your spouse in order to show your appreciation. Your student will show great strides in a subject that has challenged them. Celebrate their accomplishment!

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Coordinate calendars and schedule a family field trip this month. Make a point of reconnecting even though the various schedules typically keep you going in all directions. Strengthen your bond for what lies ahead.

Career challenges will threaten your happy home. Tell your loved ones what is going on in order to avoid misunderstandings later. Review your investment portfolio and make necessary changes to plan for retirement. Call a friend who has been ill.

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Aries (March 21 - April 19)

You are the first person people call when they need a volunteer, a chairwoman, or someone to organize a social event at school. However, you need some time for yourself this month to rebalance the scales, rest and recharge. They will find someone else. It’s OK to say no.

Scorpio (October 23 - November 21) An upcoming trip will spark a new interest that will lead to your taking a class on the subject. Don’t be surprised when love finds you in this setting. You will bond over your shared enthusiasm for baking and art. A job promotion is coming

Sagittarius (November 22 - December 21) Educate yourself so that you don’t continue to make the same financial mistakes over and over. You can’t spend what you don’t have. If it seems too good to be true, it probably is. Look for bargains when buying and don’t feel compelled to keep up with the Jones’

Capricorn (December 22 - January 19) You are never one to back down from a fight, but if you learn to control your temper, you’ll find that most conflicts can be avoided. Personal growth is its own reward. Limit your spending to avoid financial arguments later on.

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