Glo - February 2018

Maya Angelou

publisher

Ron Baumgar tner | rbaumgar tner@the-papers com

executive editor + publications manager

Sue Rawlinson | srawlinson@the-papers com

editor-in-chief

Jeri Seely | jseely@the-papers com

director of marketing

Kip Schumm | kschumm@the-papers com

account executives

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Collette Knepp | ck nepp@the-papers com

director of circulation

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graphic designer

Maymie Ank rom

marketing assistants

Darlene Eichelberger

Tamera Sims

contributing writers

Ray Balogh, Lauren Caggiano, Erin Dozois, Deborah C Gerbers, Cour tney Rawlinson, Shannon Rooney, Barb Sieminsk i, Haiden Steingass, Julie Young

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The share of Americ ans who are married is at the lowest point since at least 1920.

It ’s a simple secret that c an ensure a happy marriage: resolve conflic t quickly. This means no festering and no shoulda’-coulda’-woulda’. Talk c almly. Respec t. Then, grow.

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Title of piece: “Auntie Jess, ” my daughter, Bett y, named it.

Describe the inspiration behind your cover ar twork.

The stor y behind this painting is LOVE. This is a representation of letting love back into my life. Through waves of life's uncer tainties there comes moments of bliss bet ween storms This is the feeling of love, suppor t and essence of family filling your life with beaut y always choosing the good over the bad and feeling beautiful inside and out.

cover artist Emilyo Blossom

What inspires you?

What inspires me most is my family and friends. My circle is tight and full of love and suppor t no matter what. I think of my beautiful daughter and see amazing things in her eyes. That is something I tr y and capture with my paintings. The eyes are usually the focal point. This painting is also inspired by my lovely sister-in-law because it ended up look ing like her

Your biggest suppor ter(s):

My biggest suppor ters are my friends and daughter, Betty. I k now 5-year-olds are brutally honest. If a painting passes the ‘Betty-test of approval, ’ I k now it is sellable. My friends are my biggest suppor ters, they are the ones who usually buy my work and suppor t all my endeavors I feel like a lot of my inspiration comes from the people I hold close and they are reflec ted in my work, which makes them suppor t it more

Why you read glo:

I LOVE glo! The suppor t of women and the positivity is what I love This is a great outreach for females in the community and I love seeing all the new covers I am honored to be a par t of it

What do you like best about glo:

I love the covers of glo the most and reading about each ar tist. I have made a lot of friends in the ar t community and love hearing what inspires them and tr ying to read their personality through their brush strokes, which is something I have learned from my work at Bottle and Bottega as a painting instruc tor I love seeing the different ways people create ar t

Where c an we find more of your work?

My work is mostly on social media I do mostly women's photography creating Retro Glam sessions with hair and makeup and a vintage "Pin-Up" style wardrobe to create that timeless look in photos for yourself, your significant other or just as a fun event with friends My photography can be found at www facebook com/emilyophoto My ar twork can be found at www facebook com/emilyodesign a

Refresh, Renew + Reform

g l o From the executive editor

Some say it ’s not tangible. But, I believe it is.

Love, that is.

We can feel it We can see it We hold it within us and share it with others even if just with a smile.

Spring isn’t far off and what better time to relax and recharge? It ’s the season for all that ’s fresh and new, so let glo be your guide along the journey.

And, learn 20 ways to own your look, find out what ’s new in spring break fashion and be inspired by meeting the one and only Jane S eymour.

Count on this (and so much more!) in glo’s March issue.

I t inspires and delivers hope and it exudes from us profound goodness and selflessness.

It’s pretty darn power ful stuff, right?

We’ve had a month’s respite from December ’s holidays to return to routine and now, in Februar y, we warmly embrace cold days with intentional focus on love Yep, we happily embrace the red-and-pink coming of Valentine’s Day

With more focused intention we say, “I love you, ” to those nearest our hear ts We offer gifts to those we love (check out this issue’s Valentine’s Day Gift Guide for ideas) We offer ex tra ac ts of k indness and loving words all to share our raw, vulnerable affec tion

So, let’s take it one smooch fur ther.

Cliché as it may sound, to most authentically love another, we must first truly love ourselves How? We forgive ourselves We continually improve who we are And sometimes, we must cut out negative noise on the outside What we’re left with? A strong woman with enough self-love to pour more love into the universe, helping make life more fulfilling and rich Cool, huh?

This is why I entitled this issue “Sweethear ts ‘n Strength ” I t ’s about unconditional love powered by a foundation of strength Or does it work in the reverse? I believe so I t is love that strengthens the soul, the psyche and our individual essence

So, lean on glo for your inspiration Find tips to being joyful in love, life + self Read ways to purposefully take time for those you love In this hear t month, life is, indeed, tick ing away Make your moments count.

Let ’s simply focus on goodness On love On suppor ting one another We are in this glo-rious journey together, so let ’s make warm hear ts happily sk ip a beat

Happy Februar y readers

Sue Rawlinson srawlinson@the-papers.com

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GAL PALS

Romantic Styles

By Shannon Rooney

Whether you’re celebrating Valentine’s Day with your sweethear t or a gal-entine’s get together, we’ve got some fun tips to amp up the romance in your look. With a little ex tra effor t and the right color choices, you can create a truly special look for your special night out.

Romantic Hair

Believe it or not, you can dress hair up or down for a night on the town. Loose, tousled waves give long hair a soft look, while an updo, like a simple French twist, can be accomplished with long and medium-length hair for a more formal style.

The romantic s-wave is a popular look for special occasions, according to Christian Heflin, stylist at The Hair Depar tment in For t Wayne. This style, consisting of brushed out s-curls, is reminiscent of the popular “finger waves” of the 1920s.

“ This look is achieved by setting the curls, brushing them out and per fec ting them with a curling iron, ” explained Heflin “Our favorite produc t to finish setting the s-wave is Kevin Murphy Session Spray ”

For a less “done-up” look, consider loose braids gathered in an updo Top with one of this season’s shiny hair accessories, like a beaded barrette or rhinestone clip, for a little ex tra glamour

Heflin also recommended a fun and flir ty look with lots of volume “First blowout the hair using a round bush to add volume throughout the roots Using a curling iron, alternate curling towards and away from the face ” To soften curls and achieve the “undone” natural look, Heflin uses Kevin Murphy Un Dressed Fiber Paste

Romantic Makeup

Color plays a big par t in creating a romantic look with makeup To keep it soft, use pinks and peaches on eyes, cheeks and lips. Apply a peach blush color to both your eyelids and cheekbones, which will give you a total look without the need to coordinate various shades and produc ts Top light lip color with a gloss for an added glow

To go bold on your special night out, you can’t beat a red lipstick. Keep it contemporar y with a matte finish and line fully in a matching liner. You can also give a more subtle nod to Valentine’s Day by coloring outside the box, so to speak. Use an angled brush to add a red shadow in a sleek line beneath your eye just below your eyeliner.

If typical pinks and reds aren’t your thing, there are plenty of other ways to create a romantic look Tr y a soft gold shadow and feather it out toward the end of your winged eyeliner Or, apply some spark le with glitter eyeshadow or lip color in your preferred shade.

Romantic Style

Fun options for Valentine’s Day attire include ruffles, and, of course, all things red If you want to go all-out girly, this is definitely the holiday for you Ruffled hems and tiered sk ir ts are a great choice For a sleeker look that still says “romance, ” pair the ever-popular midi sk ir t with a cropped sweater in a light shade of pink, cream or white

If classic is your game, take a page from Coco Chanel and don the alwayssophisticated little black dress This season it ’s especially popular in lace, a fabric that ’s just made for romantic looks Alternately, layer the LBD with accessories in pink or red to add some whimsy A pink cardigan or scar f will do much to ward off the Februar y chill

Top your chosen look with some spark le We suggest light, layered necklaces in gold, rhinestone bracelets and rings, or vintage jewelr y that features pretty beads and flowers a photos: shutterstock com

Resource:

The Hair Depar tment, For t Wayne, 260 432 3505, thehairdept com

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Alena Chapman

Author, Motivational Speaker

By Barb Sieminski |

The start to her extraordinary writing career, as well as a career in motivational speaking, coaching and entrepreneurship began with simple journaling, said Alena Chapman of Fort Wayne.

“Once I made the firm decision to have my happy life back, I began to write everything I was learning and how it was affecting my life in a journal,” said Chapman, whose first book was the international bestseller, “You Can’t Escape from a Prison if You Don’t Know You’re in One,” followed by a second international bestseller, “The Prison Effect.”

In getting her “happy life back,” Chapman referred to a point in her life when she had lost her joie de vivre while trying in vain to make a marriage work, which caused her to spiral into uncertainty and question why so much of her wasn’t accepted.

Chapman’s accomplishments would not have happened without the many mentors she chose, both in person or in studious reading, some of whom include Dr. Wayne Dyer, Bob Proctor, Dr. Depak Chopra and Napoleon Hill, to list a few.

“Study is so important to growth in every part of our lives,” said Chapman, adding that having a positive attitude is a choice.

“Instead of saying ‘I can’t,’ all it takes is changing how we choose to see the situation. Try asking, ‘How can I make that happen?’ That simple change in thought opens our mind to possibilities and new avenues to any challenge or obstacle we face. The best part is that we have kept the ability to change it… A positive attitude is one that opens our minds to possibilities.”

Many valuable life lessons along the way were learned, said Chapman and she shares them on her website (alenachapmanlife.com) and through her programs. Her methods for bringing one to a happier point are not initially easy but with a positive attitude they can be done successfully—by everyone. Chapman offers a multitude of avenues (from podcasts, programs, books, coaching and so much more) one can select to achieve happiness again via her website. This Christian woman is all about loving and forgiving oneself with the power of positivity.

Chapman also encourages us to take time to be grateful for what one has daily. Corinthians 9:6-7 talks about a cheerful giver and suggests that if you’re facing problematic times, you can overcome them with joy: “God loves a cheerful giver / Give it all you’ve got / He loves to hear you laughing / when you’re in an awkward spot! / When the odds add up against you / it’s time to stop and sing / ‘Praise God!’ To praise him is a joyous thing!”

For Alena Chapman that philosophy is right in line with her gateway to happiness. a

Photo by Sue Rawlinson

Samantha Vance

Age: 9

By Deborah C. Gerbers | Photo by Sue Rawlinson

Valentine’s Day isn’t just about flowers and candy. It is also about loving others and having a big heart—and we think few on the planet have a bigger heart than young Samantha Vance, creator of “Sammie’s Buddy Bench Project,” which helps kids have a place to go for friendship and comfort when they’re feeling lonely.

Nine-year-old Samantha is a third grader who loves to read, write, listen to music—and she has an extraordinary passion for making sure all kids feel like they have a friend. She first got the idea to build a “buddy bench” while attending Vacation Bible School over the summer. “If someone is lonely they can go sit on the bench and others know to go up and ask them to play,” Samantha explained. The bench is also a place for new kids to sit or for those feeling left out or wanting to make a new friend. Once Samantha had the idea, she shared it with her mother, and then in grown-up fashion, Samantha met with the school principal to present her idea.

“I had heard of a company in Evansville that turned recycled plastic caps and lids into benches,” said Heidi, Samantha’s mother. “I told Samantha about it and we decided that would be a great way to get the community involved and would also cost a lot less than a new (unrecycled) bench. Her principal was excited about it and approved her initiative. Samantha then talked to the PTA and the student body to get them excited about the project.”

To help make her selfless vision come to fruition, Samantha visited local pharmacies and businesses to help her save plastic bottle caps. She also attended Fort 4 Fitness to collect caps at the finish line. “Samantha was involved in the whole process from initiating it, to collecting caps, to sorting and then making the long trip to pick up the benches,” said Heidi.

Samantha’s big heart and love for helping others is a sure sign she will continue her impactful good deeds in the future. “I believe this girl could change the world!” Heidi said. “She has already impacted her school district, Fort Wayne and anyone she meets. She is continuing to collect caps to help other schools that have started the project after hearing about what she did.”

This heartfelt effort has taken off in a big way. “Within 2 months we received over 1,200 pounds of caps!” Heidi said. “By the time (we went to) pick up our benches we had collected over 1,600 pounds and were able to get three benches for the school as well as help three other area schools (who wanted) to get buddy benches after hearing about Sammie’s project.”

Samantha would love to see Buddy Benches at every school and park so no one has to feel left out and everyone can have someone to play with. If you would like to help Samantha’s project, Heidi has set up a Facebook group (“Sammie’s Buddy Bench Project”) for those who wish to join the journey. a

Gift Guide Valentine’s

Frank Lyman

Be a most beautiful valentine wearing this red jersey dress with flutter sleeves. This Frank Lyman piece is the per fect style and fit for a flattering, fluttering, Cupid-struck look We think it ’s the per fect attire for Valentine’s Day dinner with your favorite man Add some extra glam with the huge assor tment of unique jewelr y and handbags, all available (and with free Valentine’s gift wrapping) at Susan’s Fashions in Covington Plaza.

S usan’s Fashions

6340 W Jefferson Blvd , For t Wayne | 260 459 2828 susansfashions.com

Hello, Sweethear ts!

It ’s the season of love, special, unique gifts and the most appreciative smiles and hugs. Happy Valentine’s Day to all readers in our glo-rious region.

Take a peek at this issue’s collec tion of gift ideas for your favorite sweetie and all available at retailers near you a

Love + Chocolate

Love is always the per fect antidote! Celebrate yours with ar tisan chocolate bars crafted in Ecuador from carefully slow-roasted Fair Trade cacao beans. Dark chocolate, a reputed aphrodisiac, is potent with antioxidants and raw nutrients And Antidote is serious chocolate! Available in Indiana only at Creative Women of the World, choose from 10 exciting flavors of the best Antidote for stress, hunger, hear t blues or whatever ails you “Hear t Couple” soapstone sculpture is hand car ved in Kenya.

Creative Women O f The World

125 W. Wayne St., For t Wayne | 260.267.9048 gocwow org

Valentine’s Wine

What ’s better than wine with your honey on Valentine’s Day? Don’t miss the oppor tunity to purchase Countr y Heritage’s “Lover ’s Vintage, ” available in both a sweet and dr y option And even better yet? Countr y Heritage also has candy boxes filled with chocolate to hang from your favorite wine Check out this and all the Valentine’s Day swag available at Countr y Heritage Winer y. I t ’s a great way to warm the hear t. | $19.95

Countr y Heritage Winer y & Vineyard

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Grow With Your Love

I t begins with your hear t and this gift of diamonds grows with your love

The Add-A-Link® bracelet is handmade in the USA exclusively by K aspar & Esh. Add 14K gold and diamond links to a gold-filled snake chain one at a time, over a lifetime it ’s one of the most elegant and affordable ways to say, "I love you " Create beautiful, lasting memories by combining a variety of link styles Possibilities are limited only by your imagination Consider it the gift of meaningful luxur y, one link at a time.

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We so often settle with mediocrity, allowing ourselves to be bitter (and sometimes even laz y) with life, but we can do something about it Either commit your effor ts 100 percent or move on 100 percent At the end of the day the only one responsible for your joy is yourself

jjoy oy 10 tips to finding

in the Journey of love, life + self

By Erin Dozois

No one in the histor y of mankind has ever wished to be less happy, par tly because of how easy it can be to get discouraged Attaining and maintaining peacefulness and positivit y takes a little more dedication Living a joyous life is a choice one must repeatedly make. It ’s a mindset you must train and reinforce with positive self-talk and ac tions. The following quotes can help to shine a light on even the darkest of days.

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“Joy lies in the fight, in the attempt, in the suffering involved, not in the victory itself.” –Mahatma Gandhi

Life is a dynamic journey full of pain and challenges; however, we learn the most from our mistakes. Assess your damages and be proud of yourself that you have/are overcoming them

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“The joy we feel has little to do with the circumstances of our lives and everything to do with the focus of our lives.” –Russel M Nelson

One thing you can count on is that the path of life will be riddled with potholes Being able to approach each with faith and determination will weed out anxiety, leaving more room for joy to blossom

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“To get the full value of joy you must have someone to divide it with.” –Mark Twain

Seek likeminded individuals with whom you may explore joy and grow Conquer something with someone You’ll gain a valuable par tner with similar goals and genuine appreciation for what you do

You can keep each other in-check and on course

Find joy in everything you choose to do, every job, relationship, home… it’s your responsibility to love it or to change it. –Chuck Palahniuk

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We are empathetic creatures and tend to flock to those like ourselves In order to attrac t positivity into your life, you must first learn to love and care for yourself Positive people stay positive by attrac ting the right k inds of energy

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Passion isn’t born from just being average Think about the things you’ve always wanted to do, to achieve, and do that When you star t to feel joy in your life, you’re not likely to be satisfied with anything less

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We so oftentime sweat our appearances so much that we exude an image of self-consciousness and shame They say the most attrac tive thing in the world is confidence Tr y finding joy in your inner beauty, and it will show through the sur face

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Don’t ignore the things that upset you because they ’ll continue to stalk from the shadows Sometimes facing adversity head on and allowing yourself to feel temporar y discomfor t is the only way to really purge it from your life completely

Ever yday people dig themselves fur ther and fur ther into financial slaver y in order to buy things they don’t really need Make responsible purchasing decisions, and stick to a budget The buyer ’s high is only temporar y, but sweating bills ever y month can seemingly last forever

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So get rid of all the ex tra things that steer you south of joy Declutter your ac tivities, obligations, friends and family Surround yourself only with that which improves on your life a

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“You are free to think thoughts of worry or joy, and whatever you choose will attract the same kind back to you. Worry attracts worry. Joy attracts joy.”

–Rhonda Byrne

“Joy is the best makeup.”

–Anne Lamott

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“Joy is not in things; it is in us.”

–Richard Wagner

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“The more the heart is sated with joy, the more it becomes insatiable.”

–Gabrielle Roy

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“When the mind is pure, joy follows like a shadow that never leaves.”

–Buddha

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“Remember that your natural state is joy.”

–Wayne Dyer ““ ” ”

Tick-Tock

By Deborah C Gerbers

Love is in the air during the month of Februar y! What better time than now to focus on the one you love and add focus on keeping both of you healthy for years to come? Read on to learn glo’s tips to improve hear t health, live a healthy life, and keep enjoying each other ’s company as you and your par tner take care of yourselves together

Be a Team

Exper ts agree that exercise is key to a healthy lifestyle in general Why not get ac tive together? Hit the gym for some side-by-side walk ing or jogging; lift weights as par tners; or get outside and take a snow y hike together, cross-countr y sk i or snowshoe to beat the winter blues Exercising together helps you both stay motivated while spending some ex tra quality time as a team

Hear t health is impor tant to consider when living a healthy lifestyle, and there are several things you can do to ensure both your tickers last a long time:

• Have sex! (I t ’s true!) Studies show it has many benefits

• Avoid pollution Clean air is best

• Track your hear t rate. How? If you don’t yet have a wrist device such as a Fitbit®, be sure to check them out They track your hear t rate all day, and all night as you sleep Aler t your doc tor if your rate reaches dangerous levels

• Get some cardio Simply put, work out and be physically ac tive I t ’s as good for the mind as it is for the hear t

• Eat well. A balanced diet goes a long way.

• Reduce stress Relax your mind and body

• Sleep but not too long

• Get some sun. Just 20 minutes a day of V itamin D can lower blood pressure

• M ilk it Calcium is proven to lower cholesterol

• Manage your weight Ex tra pounds negatively affec t your hear t.

• Quit smok ing Period

With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about a romantic weekend for the two of you. Check out local inns, cabins or bed-and-breakfast places for a quick getaway, or visit a nearby city to stay at a fancy hotel and order room service Or, think back to favorite places you’ve visited in the past. It will spark the early days of flirting and romance and serve as a potent reminder of fun memories. Or, stay cozy at home with a romantic dinner for two by candlelight, a campout in front of the fire, or watch a love-themed movie with strawberries and champagne Consider skipping expensive gifts and instead write each other love letters to express your feelings it’s a truly romantic gesture and a keepsake you’ll cherish forever.

Eating a healthy, balanced diet is also crucial to mak ing sure you’re feeding yourselves the right k inds of nutrients Here are some tips: (berkeleywellness com)

• Consume a variety of foods

• Por tion control

• Lots of veggies and fruits

• Limit refined grains + sugar

• More fish and nuts

• Limit animal fat

• Avoid trans fats

• Lower sodium

• Increase calcium and V itamin D

• Limit alcohol

Love yourself Love your par tner And love this life together as healthy par tners thriving in the brightest, most fulfilling future a

Did you know?

According to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, it is estimated that over 252,710 women in the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer in any given year. Give yourself a Valentine’s Day present — reduce YOUR risk of developing breast cancer by taking precautionary measures through learning the risk factors, conducting breast self-exams, and getting yearly mammograms.

15 minutes could save your life!

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Your Money

By Lauren Caggiano

When it comes to money and budgeting, many women have a love-hate relationship with their finances But according to Brittainy Chaffee, a private banker with STAR Financial Bank, it doesn’t have to be this way

“No matter who you are, you need to be involved in financial matters, ” she said.

First and foremost, that means getting your financial affairs in order She said married women especially need to be concerned with having a plan in place in the event a spouse dies prematurely or faces a serious illness. How will you pay for expenses if your par tner is unable to bring in income? Who has access to accounts? These are impor tant questions to discuss in advance

However, regardless of marital status, Chaffee said you need to be your own financial advocate and plan now to avoid headaches down the road. A team of financial exper ts can help cut through the clutter and set realistic goals. And, a bonus? I t typically doesn’t cost a penny to review your plans with a financial planner or banker

Regardless of your preferred approach, Chaffee said that a ‘set it and forget it ’ mentality can be fruitful: “Pay yourself first. Automation is a great friend.”

If you aren’t serious about saving yet, it ’s never too late A new job is a great oppor tunity to star t putting money toward a 401(k) or qualified plan I t ’s common for employers to match contributions, up to a cer tain percentage If you don’t par ticipate, you are essentially leaving money on the table.

If long-term saving isn’t in the card right now, Chaffee said anyone can benefit from setting up a budget and stick ing to it When setting your budget, in addition to the basics, don’t forget about typical periodic expenses like vehicle plate renewal, vacations, bir thday gifts and occasional indulgences I t doesn’t hur t to plan for those untimely expenses, like car repairs otherwise you risk falling into a downward spiral of debt. And remember : “A credit card isn’t an emergenc y fund, ” she said.

I t ’s really all about balance No one is per fec t all of the time I t ’s OK to treat yourself if and when the budget allows

“ You work hard and if you don’t give yourself permission to indulge ever y now and then, you might relapse, ” she said So, direc t from the glo finance exper t, it ’s OK to live a little now and then

Your financial security is dependent on your attitudes and beliefs about money and your willingness to take your financial future into your own hands Love your money I t ’s yours Make it work for you a

Resource:

STAR Financial, For t Wayne, 260.428.7028, star financial.com

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Want to grab your gal pals for a day of shopping? Ready to explore this great region a little more in-depth? Want to learn about great boutiques, coffee shops and unique destinations right in our own awesome region? We thought you’d like that. ( We do, too )

Check out this issue’s ads to show where to shop and read the stories to learn a little more.

Enjoy and happy shopping!

gloshops

West End Shops

West End Shops, For t Wayne

Love is in the air and who doesn’t love a stroll through downtown

For t Wayne? ( Yes, even in the winter!) So, embrace winter ’s chill and warm the hear t with the energized spirit of downtown For t Wayne and its West End Shops

With plentiful shops lining the streets of downtown, great buys, unique boutiques (be sure to check out Outer Grace Boutique!), var ying fashion styles for anyone, as well as antiques galore, fine dining, great coffee shops and even excellent wine, downtown For t Wayne is a Valentine’s dream for a holiday shopping destination.

As a most trusted resource for shopping guidance, glo is excited to share this sec tion created just for shoppers. That ’s you!

Shop Auburn

A chocolate-y hot mocha from the downtown coffee shop and some Valentine’s shopping are an ideal combo for a Saturday with the gals in Auburn Quaint and friendly, Auburn offers a lot to fall in love with in its charming, historic town Browse about the downtown boutiques for sweethear t deals and find unique gifts you won’t see elsewhere From shops specializing in vintage and antiques to home furnishings to fantastic shops with today ’s styles and trends (check out the selec tion from glo’s friends at All About You and Lyn-Maree’s, Auburn offers hear twarming deals for your special someone(s)

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Shop Berne

If you love heritage, histor y and unique shopping, you’ll fall in love with Berne Reputed for its proud Swiss heritage, Berne might just be the new destination place you’ve been seek ing for your shopping experiences into 2018. Check out this histor y-filled village and learn a bit of histor y from its passionate residents, and share in the warmth of community family and friends in Berne Stop in and say hello to glo’s friends at Ear then V illage and stop at the Swiss Heritage V illage and Museum, and so much more.

Family-friendly love is a’buzz in downtown Decatur. Be sure to say hello to glo’s friends at the The Grainer y and stop to see all the beautiful floral bouquets available to help warm your Valentine’s Day With an array of boutiques, gift shops, jewelr y stores, antique shopping and great restaurants, we think Decatur is a can’t-miss for your winter weekend shopping trips So grab a warm cup of cocoa and fall in love while strolling along the historic buildings downtown

Happy Valentine’s Day from the brick-lined streets of Bluffton where visitors are warmly welcomed at a quaint teahouse, grand old buildings, local antique shops and bakeries And to really make her smile this Feb 14? Check out Bluffton’s popular florist, A Per fec t Blend for beautiful roses and gorgeous arrangements. Your sweethear t might just fall in love with you even more!

Waynedale loves its residents and really loves those who suppor t their community So this Valentine’s Day there’s no need to break the bank look ing for Valentine’s gifts Just 3 miles southwest of For t Wayne (on State Roads 1 and 3), enter Waynedale and say hello to Glo’s friends at Something Old, Something New for great gifts in fashion, shoes, purses, jewelr y and more and all at amazing prices that might just make your hear t sk ip a beat

“No beauty shines brighter than that of a good heart.”

By Haiden Steingass

Black History

MONTH

• In the Netherlands, this month is known as “Black Achievement Month.”

• Aretha Franklin was the first woman ever to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame .

• Check out #myblackhistor y to see what people are saying.

• Maya Angelou and MLK were good friends In fact, she stopped celebrating her bir thday, which fell on the day of King’s death; instead, she would send flowers to his wife .

• Rosa Parks isn’t the only woman known for staying seated on the bus; Claudette Colvin did the same thing nearly a year before Parks, and her case made it all the way to the Supreme Cour t. a

American Heart Health Month

o Good news you don’t have to give up all of your guilt y pleasures to be hear t-healthy. Dark chocolate, coffee and red wine are all thought to have health benefits

o We’re not suggesting you become a gym rat this year It ’s proven that just 30 minutes of exercise each day helps hear t health.

o Smile The feeling of happiness ac tually lowers your risk of hear t disease.

Teen Dating Violence Awar eness Month

Demanding a par tner ’s passwords is considered a form of dating abuse. There’s no need to share your personal bizz.

75 percent of parents won’t talk to their children about dating violence. Be among the 25 percent who do.

o Your hear t pumps nearly 2,000 gallons of blood a day that ’s more than the volume of a standard hot tub

o Studies show that kissing leads to a healthier hear t by a hormone release that lowers cholesterol. Pucker up! a

king the Cycle How to Stop Teen Dating Violence

teen dating violence often seems to slip under the rug, it doesn’t to There are steps teens can take toward being safe and happy once Where to star t? First, begin with recognizing the difference between hy and unhealthy relationships Once a teen realizes she is in an althy relationship, it is impor tant to confide in a trustwor thy adult, as a parent, school counselor, teacher or glo’s friends at the Y WCA

en decides to end an abusive relationship, she should consider safety planning to exit in the safest way possible “Individuals are often in the most danger when they are ending an abusive relationship because the abusive par tner is losing control, ” said Jennifer Rohlf, direc tor of empowerment at the Y WCA “Advocates at the Y WCA are available to provide help and suppor t for anyone who is experiencing an unhealthy relationship ”

Finally, the c ycle of violence is broken when individuals choose to use and accept only healthy, respec tful behaviors within their relationships

What are some available resources if someone needs help with an abusive relationship? Contac t Y WCA Nor theast Indiana at www ywca org/NEIN, the crisis line at 800 441 4073, or loveisrespec t org a

One-third of teens experience dating violence at some point.

February 2018 is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month

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In a recent survey, 1 in 10 teens reported being hit or physically hurt on purpose by a boyfriend or girlfriend at least once in the past 12 months. YWCA Northeast Indiana would like to help youth-serving organizations raise awareness. Please contact us to get involved or to receive our free toolkit.

For more information contact Trinity-Cadence Salmons: ext. 234, tsalmons@ywcaerew.org or Lindsey Durham: ext. 222, ldurham@ywaerew.org

Date Night

Fancy-Schmancy + a Little Romancey

By Cour tney Rawlinson

It can be difficult to force yourself to venture out for Date Night in the cold Februar y weather However, it’s impor tant for our mental health to get out of the house and do something both enjoyable and out-of-the-ordinar y Especially when it’s with your man. (Right, ladies?) a

What to wear?

Be bold with your outfit. Wear that pretty dress, match nail polish to lip color and stay both classy and warm with a long, formal coat

What to do? It’s easy

Pick your nex t open Saturday night, circle it in red on the calendar and plan a romantic date with your honey. What could be more enjoyable than that? Set your worries out of sight and, instead, see a local show followed by a fanc y-romancey and everso coz y dinner

Where to go?

“Casablanca”

For t Wayne Embassy Theatre

Februar y 10 at 7:30 p m

Bill Anderson, Honeywell Center, Wabash

Februar y 17 at 7:30 p m

Mark Lowr y Honeywell Center, Wabash

Februar y 24 at 7:30 p m

Romantic Dinner Suggestions:

We have so many suggestions! Check out page 38 for glo’s drink + restaurant par tners on the new “ Treats ‘n Eats” page Tell them the glo gals sent you Happy Valentine’s Day, ladies. See you in March! a

Lover’s Cherry Martini

By Sue Rawlinson

Valentine’s Day, we love you

And who doesn’t love a new, festive beverage to help celebrate the romantic occasion?

Sweet, refreshing and just a tad tar t, we think it ’ll make you pucker up. How per fec t for your valentine.

Give this tast y treat a tr y… we think he’ll love you even a little more.

Ingredients

• Ice

• 1 ½ ounces cherr y vodk a

• 1 ½ ounces cranberr y juice

• 1 ½ ounces pineapple juice

Direc tions

1 Fill cocktail shaker with ice

2 Dip moistened, chilled mar tini glass rim into sugar

3 Add vodk a, cranberr y juice and pineapple juice to shaker

4. Shake liquid vigorously, then strain into mar tini glass. a

Hear ty Herbed Pork Chops

By Sue Rawlinson

Want to make a homemade dinner for your Valentine’s celebration? If so, give this recipe a tr y It ’s a filling, hear t y dish per fec t for a special meal for your special man or just a great winter dinner for the family It ’s a favorite in my household and it might become a fave with your sweethear ts, too.

Ingredients:

4 pork chops, cut ¾ inch thick

2 tablespoons butter

1/3 cup finely chopped carrot

2 tablespoons parsley

4 tablespoons white flour

1 teaspoon basil

Instructions:

3 beef bouillon cubes

1 1/3 cups milk

2 tablespoons water or dr y white wine

½ cup shredded cheddar cheese

1 Trim fat from meat Sprink le chops with salt and pepper

2 In large sk illet, cook chops in butter over medium heat, 5-7 minutes

3 Turn chops and add carrot Cook 5-7 minutes more

4. Remove chops.

5. For sauce, stir parsley, flour, basil, bouillon cubes, ¼ teaspoon pepper into drippings and carrot

6 Add milk all at once Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly

7 Stir in wine or water, then add shredded cheddar cheese Return chops to sk illet and heat through.

8 Ser ve over cooked rice and top chops with sauce a

HT2...A new hotspot cocktail lounge in For t Wayne’s southwest side featuring delicious freshmade cocktails and yummy appetizers. The nex t time you’re looking to unwind, visit HT2 for its coz y atmosphere, toast y fireplace, great drinks + apps and their friendly staff that will welcome you Located in Chestnut Plaza and tell them the glo gals sent you!

February to -do list . . .

By Ray Balogh

1-18 | Tuesday-Sunday |

Traveling Exhibitions

• David Shapiro: Seer, Actor, Knower, Doer (through Feb 4)

• Paul Bremers: Looking Beyond the Mirror (through Feb 18)

Adults $7, students (pre-K through college) $5, seniors (65 and older) $5, families $20, free general admission 5 p m -8 p m Thursday, $1 last Saturday of each month 10 a m -6 p m Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday; 10 a m -8 p m Thursday; noon-5 p m Sunday (closed Mondays), Fort Wayne Museum of Art, 311 E Main St , Fort Wayne 260 422 6467, fwmoa org

1-25 | Friday-Sunday | Toboggan Run at Pokagon State Park

Refrigerated toboggan run operates with or without snow $13/hr per toboggan 5:30 p m -9 p m Friday, 10:30 a m -9 p m Saturday, 11 a m -5 p m Sunday, 450 Lane 100 Lake James, Angola 260 833 2012

1 through March 16

| Friday and by appointment |

Artwork by local artist Angela S Hudson to call attention to sexual assault on women in the Congo and the need for assistance on their journey to healing Proceeds to World Relief $5 Noon-4 p m Fridays (except Feb 9) or by appointment, Pranayoga Institute of Yoga and Holistic Health, 1301 Lafayette St , Fort Wayne Contact Chelsea Vona at 260 627 9642 or chelsea@pranayogaschool com

1 through April 8

| Tuesday through Sunday | “Fairy Tales”

Winter Garden Exhibit

Adults $5, children (3-17) $3, children (2 and under) free 10 a m -5 p m Tuesday through Saturday (until 8 p m Thursday), noon-4 p m Sunday, Botanical Conservatory, 1100 S Calhoun St , Fort Wayne 260 427 6440, botanicalconservatory org

2 | Friday | Auburn First Friday

Late night shopping, live entertainment, local culinary delights, locally crafted beverages, more Free admission 5 p m -8 p m , downtown Auburn 260 333 0883

2 | Friday | Three

Dog Night

Legendary band now in its fourth decade of performing its classic repertoire $75/$45/$35 7:30 p m , Honeywell Center, 275 W Market St , Wabash 260 563 1102, honeywellcenter org

3 | Saturday | Warrant and FireHouse

Powerhouse groups will combine for an explosive night of rock music With special guest Downtread $100/$39/$29 7:30 p m , Honeywell Center, 275 W Market St , Wabash 260 563 1102, honeywellcenter org

4 | Sunday | 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

6, 13, 20, 27 | Tuesday | Little River Ramblers

Hike and explore the interesting plants and wildlife of Eagle Marsh

Sponsored by Little River Wetlands Project Free admission 9 a m -11 p m , Eagle Marsh barn, 6801 Engle Road, Fort Wayne 260 478 2515, info@lrwp org, lrwp org

7 | Wednesday | Dancing with the Stars: Live! Light Up the Night

Standout performers from season 25 of the popular television competition, featuring salsa, waltzes, high energy group numbers and other dance genres Tickets ranged from$100 to $595

7:30 p m , Fort Wayne Embassy Theatre, 125 W Jefferson Blvd , Fort Wayne 800 745 3000, fwembassytheatre org

8 | Thursday | Breakfast on the Marsh: Miami Plant Uses

A member of the Miami tribe will share the various applications for consumption and medicinal use of native plants 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 260 478 2515, info@lrwp org, lrwp org

“Beauty From Brokenness”

8 | Thursday |

LOCASH

Country duo singer-songwriters Chris Lucas and Preston Brust fuse modern country and classic rock With special guest Gunslinger $50/$29/$19 7:30 p m , Honeywell Center, 275 W Market St , Wabash 260 563 1102, honeywellcenter org

9 | Friday |

4th Annual ChocolateFest

Chocolate fountain and desserts, live band, silent auction, dinner, cash bar Benefit for Riley Hospital and other children’s charities, hosted by John Chapman Kiwanis Foundation

$40/person 6 p m -9 p m , Turnstone Center, 3320 N Clinton Ave , Fort Wayne 260 637 8184, johnchapmankiwanis com

9 | Friday |

“My Cold Hearted Valentine IV”

Adults only mystery and mingle event

Look for clues, interview suspects and solve the mystery $20/person, $35/couple members; $25/person, $45/couple non-members 6 p m -10 p m , Science Central, 1950 N Clinton St , Fort Wayne 260 424 2400, sciencecentral org

10 | Saturday |

WMEE

Baby Fair & Family Expo

Crafts, bounce houses, tricycle races, animals and more Parking $5 main lot, $8 preferred lot 8 a m -3 p m , Allen County War Memorial Coliseum, 4000 Parnell Ave , Fort Wayne 260 482 9502, memorialcoliseum com

10 | Saturday |

Decatur Artisan Craft Market

Craft vendors and direct sellers of handmade crafts, jewelry, candles, soaps, baked goods, home decor, clothing and accessories, wood and metal items Breakfast and lunch available Free admission 9 a m -1 p m , Riverside Center, 231 E Monroe St , Decatur 260 223 7828, facebook com/adamscountywintermarket

10 | Saturday | All Heart Pajama Drive and Brunch

Bring a pajama donation, new and in original packaging, and learn how to become a volunteer ombudsman Raffles, prizes, mimosas, free brunch

10 a m -noon, Parkview Stadium

Lounge Suites, 1301 Ewing St , Fort Wayne Space is limited; register by calling Aisha at 260 469 3161

13 | Tuesday |

“The Illusionists

Live from Broadway”

Five of the world’s most accomplished illusionists provide a dazzling mix of magic acts $75/$45/$35 7:30 p m , Honeywell Center, 275 W Market St , Wabash 260 563 1102, honeywellcenter org

13-14 | Tuesday-Wednesday |

“Chicago the Musical”

Enjoy a universal tale of fame, fortune and jazz; show-stopping songs and astonishing dance numbers $65/$50/$35 7:30 p m , Fort Wayne Embassy Theatre, 125 W Jefferson Blvd , Fort Wayne 800 745 3000, fwembassytheatre org

14 | Wednesday |

Short Hikes for Short Legs: Winter Birding

Creating a treat for birds that do not fly south for the winter and then take a short hike to search for the winter feathered friends Boots recommended 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, info@lrwp org, lrwp org

14-28 | Monday- Sunday | 8th Annual Ombudsman Pajama Drive

Donate gowns or pajamas, new and in original packaging, in any size and gender On Feb 14 drop off donations at Jefferson Pointe Chick-fil-A and receive a free sandwich Call Aisha at 260 469 3161 for information on collection sites

15 | Thursday | “The Price is Right Live”

Interactive stage show with prizes for winning contestants based on the popular television game show

$45/$39/$29 7:30 p m , Honeywell Center, 275 W Market St , Wabash 260 563 1102, honeywellcenter org

17 | Saturday | Break Free and Live!

Alena Chapman and PBS offer a program based upon Chapman’s international best-selling “The Prison Effect ” Space is limited Register at AlenaChapmanEVENTS com or email at Alena@AlenaChapman com

17 | Saturday | Bill Anderson

Country icon with soft vocal style and spoken narrative will perform some of his seven No 1 hits $50/$36/$26 7:30 p m , Honeywell Center, 275 W Market St , Wabash 260 563 1102, honeywellcenter org

18 | Sunday | Northeast Indiana Premier Bridal Spectacular

Vendors specializing in wedding venues, catering, music, bridal attire, floral arrangements and more

Presented by Ellen’s Bridal & Dress Boutique $5 1 p m -4 p m , Honeywell Center, 275 W Market St , Wabash 260 563 1102, honeywellcenter org

18 | Sunday | “Cirque D’Or”

Electrifying stunts performed by 30 of the world’s greatest acrobats, contortionists and aerial artists

$50/$35/$25 3 p m , Fort Wayne Embassy Theatre, 125 W Jefferson Blvd , Fort Wayne 800 745 3000, fwembassytheatre org

21 | Wednesday | Injection Event

Save big on Botox and fillers

Schedule an appointment with an expert injector Space is limited 8:30 a m -5 p m , Aspire Plastic Surgery and Medical Spa, 7735 W Jefferson Blvd , Fort Wayne RSVP to 260 427 7473, aspireplasticsurgery com

24 | Saturday | Fort Wayne Women’s Expo

Free spa treatments, fashion shows, shopping, wellness talks and demonstrations, cooking shows and more Parking $5 main lot, $8 preferred lot 11 a m -5 p m , VIP Ladies Night from 6 p m -9 p m , Allen County War Memorial Coliseum, 4000 Parnell Ave , Fort Wayne 260 482 9502, memorialcoliseum com

24 | Saturday | Mark Lowry

Well-loved Christian comedian and Gospel music singer and songwriter

$45/$28/$18 7:30 p m , Honeywell Center, 275 W Market St , Wabash 260 563 1102, honeywellcenter 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

glo-roscop es february 2018 glo-roscop es

By Julie Young

Aquarius ( Januar y 20 - Februar y 18)

Your love life is over flowing this month, Aquarius, so get ready to explore all of your options and possibilities Perhaps you will meet someone new If you are married, perhaps you and your par tner will take up a new hobby or explore your passion in new and exciting ways

Pisces (Februar y 19 - March 20)

Because you were born just after Valentine’s Day, Cupid’s arrow does not affec t you in the same way as other, more romantic individuals While you may be pragmatic about love, when you find it you cherish it and you never take it for granted Don’t let the holiday pass by without commemorating it

Aries (March 21 - April 19)

This is the month to let your creative side shine Share your hidden talents with the one you love and impress him with this little-seen facet of yourself Perhaps you will surprise your love with a romantic dinner for two, a handmade gift or – Gasp! A live per formance! Whatever you do, you can’t go wrong

Taurus (April 20 - May 20)

Life is a box of chocolates, but you can’t eat them all yourself I t ’s vital to share the surprises within the wares with the one you love Remember the sweet things in life are not just limited to candy, so take time to explore fruits as well Dip grapes in chocolate and powdered sugar for a treat both of you will enjoy

Gemini (May 21 - June 20)

There are two sides to ever y love stor y and yours is only half complete Your new par tner will pen the other half and his contributions to the plot line will only sweeten the tale. Don’t let the twists and turns get in the way of a happy ending. He or she could be The One.

Cancer ( June 21 - July 22)

You are not always the most sensitive of sor ts, but this month, you may want to make a special effor t for the one you love. Have you been tak ing him for granted recently? If so, Valentine’s Day is a great time to make it up to him. Show him a good time it ’s a great reminder of how much you care.

Leo ( July 23 - August 22)

You have an enormous hear t, Leo, and you stop at nothing to show love to your par tner However, no one on the planet (aside from another Leo) can ever hope to measure up to your over-the-top expressions of affection Remember, even simple gestures are sweet Show your appreciation

Virgo (August 23 - September 22)

You always put ever yone else first, but this Valentine’s Day is all about you! Feb 14 will be a luck y day and you will be treated to an assor tment of surprises that you can only imagine A new relationship may be on the horizon Are you ready for it?

Libra (September 23 - Oc tober 22)

You tend to like things to be fair and balanced, but on Valentine’s Day, all bets are off. If you want to indulge your hopeless romantic side, go for it. If not, that ’s fine too. Only you can make the holiday turn out the way you want it to. What is your hear t ’s desire?

Scorpio (Oc tober 23 - November 21)

You are about to be bitten by the love bug this month and when it happens, it will feel as if a weight has been lifted from your hear t. Will you find a new romantic interest or discover a new hobby that will make you happy? I t ’s unclear but your life will suddenly have new purpose

Sagittarius (November 22 - December 21)

Love songs say so much so use the medium to show others how you feel about them However, it ’s impor tant to choose your song carefully because it will be a recurring theme for your relationship beyond Valentine’s Day Will you stick with a classic or choose something cheesy?

Capricorn (December 22 - Januar y 19)

Hear t Day will be a bag of mixed blessings Old friends will want to reconnec t and new associates will reach out How will you determine who to see and who to reschedule? You could have worse problems than being wanted by so many, but privately you wish you could spread out the love over time. a

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