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GLAM + STYLE Fashion: Summer Bridesmaid Dresses .................................................. 8 Beauty + Spa: Say “I do” to these summer wedding ‘dos .......... 10

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She glows’ : Jessica Henry........................................................................ 12 glo Girls: Kennedy + Columbia Dempsey ....................................... 14 He glows’ : Iric Headley............................................................................. 16

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Any excuse to put a bird on it! But seriously, I teach a Mindfulness class, and I share with my students that having a gratitude practice, apart from it actually making positive changes in the brain, can be a method for counteracting a negative mindset. And metaphorically, what better way for joy to arrive than with the winged messenger?

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Anyone who appreciates my artwork.

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

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September – All About Fall + Weddings • Fall Wedding Guide • National Friendship Month

Hello glo readers! We missed you, like a lot!

We paused our publication for May amidst the COVID-19 stay-at-home order. Most of our advertisers were closed during that time and foot traffic at our distribution points was virtually nonexistent. The community hunkered down and now, local businesses are slowly reopening—but with caution.

As we were out and about the past few weeks to check on our supporters, we heard the same message over and over: “We aren’t sure what’s going to happen, but we are here and we hope to see customers soon.” That being said, it’s too early to tell just what that means, so we decided to take our publication online for June. This is our first-ever digital-only publication in our 10-year history—a sure sign of the times and the need for most businesses to pivot.

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So we will do our best to continue to bring you inspiring and meaningful content. In addition to the digital issue, we have revived our blog, as well. Be sure to visit our website, glo-mag.com, and we hope to see you face to face as soon as it’s safe to do so.

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Summer Bridesmaid Dresses

By Cathy Shouse

Many brides not only say yes to their own dress, but also to multiple dresses for their wedding party. Primarily, the bridesmaids are the ones whose dresses will be noticed during the ceremony and will appear in many photos.

What is in is fairly consistent.

TOP 5 BRIDESMAIDS DRESS TRENDS IN RECENT YEARS: 1. One-shoulder dress: asymmetrical details 2. Bold and vibrant hues: plum jewel, sunshine yellow, etc.

3. Mismatched gowns: one color in different hues, or different styles and necklines 4. Short and sassy: anything above floor length 5. Pastels: the sweetest shades, like blush

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When Megan Schneider walks down the aisle this year to marry Craig Gain, both will be first-timers. Three women and two girls are in the wedding party. She was aware of the trends and mainly went for #2.

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“The women’s dresses are royal blue; It’s pretty bold, not muted,” she said. “My junior bridesmaid is nine and our flower girl is four, and they’re wearing light peach dresses.” shutterstock.com

Schneider considered mismatched gowns and short and sassy ones, but her practical side won out.

One of the women is 5’ 8” and a typical knee-length dress wouldn’t be long enough for her. They decided strapless or one-shoulder wasn’t their style.

“I’m pretty conservative, so we wanted to try to find dresses that were more modest,” she said. “I wanted them to get dresses they were comfortable in. I let them take the lead.”

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Schneider considered letting the women choose their own but then joined in. She found inspiration from Pinterest and shopped websites. The search began and ended online, which was appropriate since she and Gain, who is from Illinois, met online. Samples of the capped sleeve style were mailed to try on. They opted for standard sizes, rather than submitting their own measurements.

“I was going to choose dresses that were a little more casual since we’re getting married outside at 3:00 in the afternoon, but it was harder to find something middle of the road. I’m happy with my choice. As of right now [in early April], we’re hoping the wedding is still going on,” she said in reference to the coronavirus shutdowns.

Other brides are stretching their budgets, and heading to resale shops. Heather Kremper, executive director of From This Day Forward: A Wedding and Events Ministry, said, “We are a nonprofit that assists individuals planning a special event with limited resources. We help build healthy relationships and educate during the planning process. Our boutique offers new and gently used formal wear. While we never know what is going to be in our inventory, we do currently have several bridesmaid gowns. It seems that lightweight materials are more popular versus heavier satin materials, and boho styles are very popular. Also, straps seem to be popular versus strapless.” a

Resource: From This Day Forward Ministries, Fort Wayne, 260.415.0839, fromthisdayforwardministries.org

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“I do”

Say to these summer wedding ‘dos

By Lauren Caggiano

Ah, summer lovin’! While fall has become more popular as of late, many brides are still choosing the summer months to say, “I do.” Of course, you want to look stunning from head to toe.

Local experts can help when it comes to creating an Instagram-worthy crown.

It’s your day but sometimes it helps to look to trends for inspiration. After all, why reinvent the wheel?

According to Michelle Childs-Fernandez with The Hair Department, summer wedding hair can be a work of art in its own right. Hair bouquets are one hot trend that allows brides to pull in a soft and feminine touch. Think large colorful flowers placed strategically to frame your face. Bold crown braids are another way to capture a dreamy look.

Beyond these ideas, Childs-Fernandez suggests pulling in dazzling jewel encrusted head bands and bold velvet bows to create some drama. Or go simple yet classy and turn to some ol’ standbys. Her suggestions? “Full messy buns, center parts with luxurious waves and volume and low ponytails with lots of bounce.” Similarly, a high and voluminous pony can elongate the neck and showcase the shoulders especially when it comes to strapless dress styles.

Regardless of the variation, you’ll want to be generous with the product to keep the hold.

Shirley Williams with Southwest Hair & Day Spa agrees with Childs-Fernandez when it comes to the details for summer wedding hair. Think tiaras, head pieces and flowers to draw attention upwards.

Slightly textured, messy updos like a beehive or a French twist are sophisticated yet uncomplicated — perfect for summer nuptials. This is a great look for brides who want to show off the back of their dresses.

Nothing says “look at me!” quite like a romantic updo.

For a more playful and youthful look, Williams suggests fishtail braids.

Maybe you’re looking to accentuate long, flowing hair. Williams is a fan of long, loose curls with braided details. Another suggestion: “Boho Bridal” — perfectly 10

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messy curls with flowers added.

When in doubt, 1940s waves are sure to wow.

As far as curls go, Williams has some tricks of the trade she relies on to help brides look their best well into the reception. One pro tip? Add a dry shampoo after the hair is styled.

This can add more texture to the hair. Plus, it can help soak up any sweat and keep you looking fresh as day turns into night. Another go-to hack? “Braid hair then flat iron the braids,” she said. “Release the brides and finger comb. Finish ends with flat iron or curling iron.” Voila...beachy waves!

Of course, the best hairstyle is the one that makes you feel like you. Depending on your face shape, hair texture, length and style of dress, certain looks will be more flattering than others.

Here’s to finding the one. a photos: shutterstock.com

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By Shelley Galbreath | Photo by Mollie Shutt

Meet Jessica Henry, Executive Director of the Allen County SPCA, who was born and raised in Fort Wayne Henry went to college at St. Joseph’s in Rensselaer, Indiana, graduating with a degree in communications, and then lived in London for six months after graduation before returning to Fort Wayne. She’s been here ever since.

“At the ripe old age of 46, I’m engaged to be married for the first time,” Henry said. She met her fiancé, Nate Johnson, at North Side High School her freshman year. The two lost touch, but through social media they connected about a year ago. Johnson, a world-class ice sculptor and owner of Johnson Studios, proposed to Henry in front of a massive ice sculpture. He then moved back to Fort Wayne from Chicago, and together they have four dogs and three cats.

1. What’s it like having a brother who is the Mayor?

Our whole family is proud of Tom, and I’m no exception. He has done a wonderful job with his administration, keeping the city moving forward.

If Fort Wayne weren’t so cool now, I probably never could have gotten Nate to move back home. Tom and I are not close in age – he’s the second oldest. In fact, he’s old enough to be my father…and I don’t mind ribbing him about that.

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2. Who has been your greatest role model?

My parents: Jerry and Margie Henry, both of whom were servant leaders in the community. My dad was a lifelong social worker who defended the underdog and was a change-maker. Mom was the kindest caregiver you’d ever meet, and she had a powerful way of making you feel important and loved.

3. How have you have transformed the way adoption works at the ACSPCA? When I arrived at the ACSPCA in the Fall of 2012, adopting animals was a difficult process. I was fortunate to attend a national conference shortly after starting at the shelter, and I absorbed a lot of information about best practices and progressive policies. In short order, we increased our adoptions by 500% (from 500 per year to 2,500) and in doing so, we were able to be much better partners to our colleagues at Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control (from whom we receive roughly half of our animals.) Together, we’ve been able to see a huge decrease in the number of animals euthanized in our city.

4. What words of wisdom would you share about volunteering with the ACSPCA? You get to be around animals all day, to see how well they’re cared for, how much they love the time we spend with them, and then you get to go home, knowing you made a difference. You can play an important role in this temporary situation and help save an animal’s life.

We make volunteering easy and fun. You can click on the link on our website, www.allencountyspca.org, and complete the questionnaire.

After a tour and an orientation, volunteers can get started right away working with animals or in our pet social service program called Pet Promises, where we help care for the pets of the elderly and shut in.

5. Is there anything else you feel is important to add?

The Allen County SPCA is not a chapter of the ASPCA. We are a standalone nonprofit that survives on the generosity of our community.

When you see those sad commercials on TV…remember that’s not us.

To keep your donations local, and to support our hard work here at home, you can visit our website and become a member.

Secondly, my greatest hope for homeless animals is that people will see their value and consider adoption before purchasing pets from a pet store, backyard breeder or rural puppy mills. Homeless animals need us now more than ever, and if people are just a tiny bit patient, the perfect pet will be waiting for them at their local shelter. I promise. a

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KENNEDY + COLUMBIA DEMPSEY Age 10

By Stacie Ball | Photo Provided

Kennedy and Columbia Dempsey had a terrifying first week of life.

Their family found out that Kennedy had a life-threatening condition with only a 50% survival rate. Love, courage, and the Mad Anthony’s Children’s Hope House (MACHH) saw them through, and the girls have decided to turn their early misfortune into a blessing for others.

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Kennedy was born with a congenital diaphragmatic hernia, a condition that allows organs to move through a hole in her diaphragm. She had her first surgery when she was just 4 days old. Her parents were devastated to learn that she would be transferred away from them. They were fortunate to learn about the Hope House, which would allow them to be close to their daughter.

“The Hope House isn’t just a place to sleep; it was our home,” shared Jennifer Dempsey, the girls’ mother. “They gave us the emotional support we needed to make it through a stressful time.”

MACHH provided the family a room to stay near the hospital and close to their daughter and took the time to get to know them.

The Dempseys felt that the Hope House truly cared.

Kennedy and Columbia’s first birthday was cause for great celebration and thankfulness. In lieu of presents, they asked for items to be donated to the Hope House. This started an annual tradition of collecting items to be donated to either the Hope House or the NICU. When the girls were old enough to contribute their own ideas, fundraising efforts took on a whole new dynamic.

“When the girls were in second grade, we decided to challenge their entire school to bring in food items to donate,” Dempsey explained. “That year we collected about 900 items.”

The next year, the girls held the same contest at their new, smaller school. This time, they brought in over 3,000 items!

This year the girls have been making and selling bracelets, cookies and cinnamon rolls. They also set up a First Giving page for donations. In about 2 months, they collected around $1,600.

“That’s a lot of cookies and cinnamon rolls!” Dempsey exclaimed.

Currently, Columbia plays volleyball and basketball and participates in 4-H and book club. She wants to be a singer or an actress someday. Kennedy is also in 4-H and book club and hopes to be a photographer. Both girls are excited about being room sponsors this year and have more ideas to keep their fundraising efforts going.

“We try to instill in the girls the importance of helping others,” Dempsey said, “The Hope House was such a blessing to us and we can never fully repay them for the impact they had on our lives. They see how the Hope House can touch people’s lives, and they want to help.” a | JUNE GLO 2020 |

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By Deborah C. Gerbers | Photo Provided

Iric Headley is the Executive Director of the Fort Wayne UNITED Mayoral initiative, launched by Mayor Tom Henry.

UNITED is committed to decreasing crime, increasing opportunity and improving the quality of life in specific areas of the community.

Hedley says his position puts him “in the driver’s seat of the initiative, which is aimed at combating the root causes of violence by engaging the young African American male population, enhancing opportunities and improving their quality of life.

“Unfortunately for that specific population, homicide is the leading cause of death in the 10 - 24 age range, and it appears to be a narrative that some of us have accepted as a societal norm,” he explained.

The Fort Wayne UNITED initiative engages in its important work in various ways.

“Our commitment leads us to proactively create opportunities by first learning from the population we strive to serve,” explained Headley.

“While some of us have personal experiences others might not, but regardless of where we are on the spectrum of knowledge and understanding, there is so much more that we do not know.”

Fort Wayne UNITED has developed several programs and initiatives that engage the community from different perspectives. These efforts include the Ten Point Coalition, which puts courageous men and women on the streets of our community as front line staff.

“We also have a late-night basketball program that is facilitated by Amos Norman and his team at the Renaissance Point YMCA,” said Headley. “There are also our L.I.V.E. Sessions that give African American males and the leadership of the FWPD a safe and constructive environment to have healthy dialog that fosters relationships. We put these programs and efforts in place to listen and learn from our participants, which puts us in a position to serve them more effectively.”

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Headley finds his work very rewarding as he helps serve his community.

“One of the highlights of my job is meeting so many great people who inject me with hope, encouragement and motivation to stay on the path,” he explained. “The smiling faces that stop and say ‘thanks for all you do, keep up the great work’, will always mean more to me than words can communicate; however, the biggest reward is seeing lives change for the better, seeing people take their first step into healing, and being a part of journeys that start when concrete hearts become sand that are ready to be molded into what God wants them to be.”

While Fort Wayne UNITED successfully helps large portions of the Fort Wayne communities it serves, Headley admits there is always the challenging reality that the organization can only do so much.

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“Regardless of how much time and resources go into executing our mission, it sometimes stings and hurts when the truth bubbles up to the top,” he said. “But by accepting the truth that we can only do so much, we overcome the lie that we have to do everything.”

Headley likes to think of this Fort Wayne UNITED initiative as a small part of a complete breakfast, likened to breakfast cereal jingles.

“Put another way, we are incomplete without our community working in tandem with us to reduce gun violence, enhance opportunities, and make a better community for all of us,” he said. “The most important part of that complete breakfast, is the foundation that a strong family downloads into a developing child, that includes significance, love, acceptance, and belonging, which is the most critical component of their success. Together, we have the potential to eradicate violence, racism, and so many other issues that plague our neighbors, friends and family.” a

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Wedding Planner

By Hillary Knipstein

One of the best parts of a wedding is gathering loved ones to celebrate a new beginning. However, wedding planning can turn into a complicated web of high expectations, big personalities, and many moving parts. What’s one way for a bride to ensure she gets the wedding day of her dreams with a minimal amount of stress? Hire a wedding planner.

As a 20-year veteran of the wedding industry, and the owner of The Charles Fort Wayne Event Center and Marry Me In Fort Wayne, Christine Leto recognizes the value that wedding planners bring to the table, especially for brides. One of the most obvious advantages of hiring a planner is being able to delegate last-minute tasks to a reliable person so that the couple and their family can be fully present for their wedding day.

“Wedding days have their own set of emotional highs and lows. Having a checklist to complete exacerbates an already high-emotion day,” said Leto.

Wedding planners aren’t just a luxury item for high-end weddings. Most planners offer various packages to address a range of needs and budgets. On one end of the spectrum is generally a full-service, full planning package, where the couple provides the planner with their vision, and the planner handles everything. At the other end is a day-of coordinator package, where a planner ensures that wedding day vendors, schedules 18

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and even members of the wedding party are where they’re supposed to be.

After hiring a planner, Leto said a couple should expect to sit down with the planner and answer many questions about their vision for the event, what they expect of the planner, and their budget. While giving point-bypoint instructions about a big event can seem overwhelming for a couple, “a good planner knows the right questions to ask to discern the scope of the event,” said Leto. Additionally, couples should expect to communicate often—and frankly—with their planner.

Trusting a planner with the details of such an important event can be hard. Leto has tips for deciding on a planner. First (and most important), a planner should have credible references from past clients and vendors.

For brides wanting full-service planning, Leto suggested reviewing photos of the planner’s previous events. Additionally, Leto stressed that a potential planner’s demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail are critical.

“If the Planner is habitually late to meetings, doesn’t follow through on promises, or is perpetually frazzled, those are clear warning signs to keep looking,” she advised.

Above all, Leto sees a couple’s decision to hire a wedding planner as an opportunity look past all of the wedding-related tasks and to-do’s and focus on what’s important about their big day: each other.

How has COVID-19 affected summer wedding planning?

According to Leto, “For the most part, our couples have been completely understanding and flexible.”

She said the majority have done the following: those whose weddings were to take place during the • For quarantine, 99% simply rescheduled. were able to maintain our planning meetings (usually • We done in person) via Zoom or Face Time for those couples whose weddings and receptions would fall during the re-opening phases. couples have chosen a back up date in case the • Most pandemic interferes with their chosen date- some are later this year; many are next spring. has been a marked increase in email communica• There tion in lieu of coming in for face-to-face meetings, as well. those who requested a Food Tasting and our usual • For Decor Mock Ups, all have been incredibly understanding in postponing until we received the all clear to have limited number of clients in the building. a photos: shutterstock.com

Resource: The Charles Fort Wayne Event Center and Marry Me In Fort Wayne, 260.637.3643, thecharlesfortwayne.com

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Eco-Friendly Flowers FOR YOUR BIG DAY When asked about why she enjoys working with sola wood flowers so much and what sets them apart Barrett said, “Like silk flowers, they are also considered to be permanent botanicals. They are handmade with shavings from the tapioca root or balsa tree bark. Each individual sola flower is carefully made into a life-like flower.

The natural color is ivory but can be dyed any color you want. The fact that they are a natural product is what first drew me to using them.

Unlike silks, they are 100% biodegradable, ecofriendly and sustainable.”

By Kristin King

A million little decisions stand between you and that long walk down the aisle. Some of the most important ones are what sort of beautiful elements will help transform your venue of choice into the space of your dreams. Floral arrangements are crucial to any wedding day experience, as they provide natural warmth and color to their surroundings. Choosing the right style, type and color can be a daunting task, especially when trying to stick to a budget. Today, many brides are choosing faux flowers for their big day. We spoke with Linda Barrett, owner of Love, Katiedid Forever Flora, who talked to us about her favorite faux flowers.

Silk flowers have been a big trend among brides for years, providing them with a more sustainable and cost-effective option for bouquets and centerpieces. Going the artificial route allows for less prep and maintenance time with the added benefit of reuse. No watering, no wilting and no hassle. Barrett, however, has a new option that she can’t stop gushing about and it has us inspired—sola wood flowers.

Sola wood flowers are “new and refreshing” proclaimed Barrett. When asked about her latest floral love she noted, “there is never a flower 20

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that is out of season or in a color you don’t care for. Just like the silks, they will keep forever.”

Although they aren’t without their share of work, as they need to be “fluffed with warm water, dyed, dried and stemmed” before they’re ready to be assembled into a bouquet, Barrett said that the result is “well worth the effort”.

This new faux floral is not only eye-catching, but a bit eye-fooling as they closely resemble the real thing. They’re also extremely eco-friendly, which is a key factor of importance for many brides and floral designers.

Barrett welcomes anyone interested in this new trend to visit her shop and see these beauties in person. She would love the opportunity to help any bride choose their perfect floral for their forever. a

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Pet Rescue STORIES

By Lauren Caggiano

Sometimes, animals come into our lives and we’re forever changed. Three local women agree and share their stories of rescuing their four-legged friends.

Stacy + Juno Joni Dick is a bit of a pro when it comes to adding animals to a household.

The owner of four rescued animals, her most recent addition is Willow, a one-year old Lynx point Siamese mix. She took in the kitten when she was a month old and in a vulnerable situation.

“Willow came to me when she was just four weeks old,” she said. “The weather was bitter cold in February 2019 when a good Samaritan brought her and three adult females to the Fort Wayne Animal Care & Control shelter.”

Dick fostered Willow and tended to her heath needs. But perhaps what was most important was the emotional factor.

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Like Dick, Christina Ognenoff’s rescued animal adds another dimension to her household. Her 11-year old rescue Ruby is a German Shepherd/Lab mix she took home in 2008. Her motive for adopting was to be a part of the solution.

“I knew I wanted to adopt a dog because there are so many pets that end up in shelters for whatever reason — perfectly wonderful animals that somehow found themselves without homes or people to love them,” she said.

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However, the transition didn’t come without its share of challenges.

For one, being a working dog breed, Ruby was craving mental stimulation.

It was important for Ognenoff to keep her out of trouble, so training was essential. Ruby found an outlet as a therapy dog and it proved to be a good fit.

“She received her CGC (Canine Good Citizenship) and then became a certified therapy dog through Alliance of Therapy Dogs,” she said. “We volunteer with Three Rivers Visiting Dogs and go to Lutheran Hospital and Parkview. My shelter dog has a job giving back to the community.”

“I also gave her tons of love and a warm home to live in while she recovered,” Dick said.” She became best friends with our 40-pound dog Nellie and even helped socialize several foster kittens who have come to me since then. It didn’t take long for us to realize she needed to stay with us.”

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“She was one of my favorites at the shelter,” she said. “At that time, her name was Honor. Some dogs struggle more than others in a shelter. She was starting to shut down, so I decided to foster her and get her into a less stressful environment. She never left.”

Like the two other women, Stacy Erickson-Pesetksi is a shelter volunteer and has been smitten by a rescue of her own. Juno is a 7-year old Shih Tzu mix, adopted from the Allen County SPCA in September 2014.

“She was about two at the time and very skinny and scared,” she said. “I had a special place in my heart for her when we met her because she just looked like she wanted people to love.”

Pesektski decided to take a chance on her and they’ve been a tight-knit family ever since.

And now Pesetksi is paying it forward in a way.

Ruby

“The love she has given our family inspired me to be an SPCA volunteer, as well,” she said. “I was so grateful for all the love she received before she got to us that I knew I wanted to help other shelter dogs find their forever home too.” a

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On Her Nightstand

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By Wendy Stein

Sofia Rosales-Scatena is a 25-year veteran of the Fort Wayne Police Department with a current assignment as the Public Information Officer. She grew up in Fort Wayne and attended Indiana Purdue Fort Wayne, earning a BA in English Media Communication. Sofia loves all things Hello Kitty and makes an awesome lemon bar.

What are you currently reading?

I am a widower with two kids, so I don’t have much time for a lot of stuff, but reading has always been a thing for me. Various romantic comedies and thrillers I can find on Amazon. Sometimes they are free and sometimes I buy them.

“Bluegrass State of Mind” by Kathleen Brooks is a series I finished recently. A little romance, a little mystery/thriller made this book entertaining and quick to read. The subsequent spinoffs were good too. The first story is about a lawyer making her way back to Kentucky after escaping a bad work problem and worse relationship. This was the first book in the series of a family and friends, many with some sort of law enforcement background, who end up helping each other throughout the series.

I love cheesy romantic comedies. I like these because let’s face it, my life is so serious most of the time that I need to laugh and make sure that I still can. Thrillers just make me want to continue reading. It’s great when you can find a book that has elements of both genres. I love the ones you can’t put down. I have been known to cook dinner with a book in hand if it is good. At least I know I can multitask and not burn anything.

What’s your favorite book of all time?

“Pride and Prejudice” by Jane Austin. I love the characters in the book. Elizabeth is, of course, my favorite because she is opinionated, strong and didn’t let anyone talk down to her no matter who they were. She was tough but still remained classy with a feminine touch. I loved that she could project all those sides of her and found her very inspiring. All the other characters were well written as well. They were all very different as we all know family members can be.

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Sex Relationships and

By Deborah C. Gerbers

Sex. It’s a dreaded topic of discussion for many parents, yet a crucial one to address with children.

It can be difficult to navigate sex, puberty and relationships with your kids, but there are age-appropriate ways to broach the subject.

We consulted with a local expert to give you some tips on talking to your kids about sex.

Dr. Jenny Seiss is a licensed clinical psychologist and managing partner with Oaktree Guidance & Wellness Center in Fort Wayne. She advises parents to start a conversation about sex by using things that come up in music or television.

“Ask children what their thoughts are about sex, stay curious and LISTEN,” she said. “Too often as parents we want to cram in all the values and morals we have in hopes of persuading our children to take them as their own and out of fear that they will make mistakes. While it is important to share our values and morals with our children, it is also important that our children feel heard and respected and are allowed to have their own thoughts. The root of the word education is ‘educare’ which means to draw forth. Ask 24

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children what and how questions instead of telling them what and how reasons.”

Dr. Seiss also recommends that parents start talking with their children about sex early.

“Always answer questions as honestly, clearly and simply as you can,” she said. “Younger children will ask more questions if your answer is too simple, or they will stop when they have enough information. As children’s bodies begin to change, they will become more curious about their own and other’s bodies. Provide resources like books about their development, puberty and sex. There are several good resources available.”

Parents may wonder how they can keep an open conversation with kids about sex and relationships in a world that is so socially media influenced. Listening is key, according to Dr. Seiss.

“It’s important to keep the lines of communication open by staying curious and really listening to our children,” she said. “The more judgment or pressure we put on them to adopt rigid ideas of right and wrong, the more they will hesitate to talk to us. Ask questions like, ‘What do you think about that?’”

As kids grow into pre-teens and teenagers, peer pressure becomes a more prevalent issue.

Continuing to talk to them as they navigate their journey of maturation will increase the likelihood of them being open as well.

“The more we can keep the lines of communication open, the more likely it is that our kids will talk to us,” said Dr. Seiss. “It’s important to really know who each of our children are and not to react out of fear of what we don’t want them to do or be.”

If you’re still unsure about how to talk to your kids about sex, do some reading and research from experts in the field.

“There are several books and resources available to parents and teens about this topic,” said Dr. Seiss. “Take time to learn how to have these difficult conversations and stay intentional about your relationship with them.” a

Resource: Oaktree Guidance & Wellness Center, Fort Wayne, 260.570.4515, oaktreeguidanceandwellnesscenter.com

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FEATURE | Health

The Invisible Workload of Mothers

and What To Do About It

By Mary Jane Bogle

Pop Quiz !

• How many rolls of toilet paper are left in the bathroom cabinet?

• When are summer soccer sign-ups? The school play?

Piano recital?

• Where does your child fit on the pediatrician’s growth chart?

• When is the next dentist appointment?

(BONUS: What’s your child’s favorite toothpaste and how often does brushing really happen?)

Here are a few ideas to discuss with your family that can help lighten the load: • Manage expectations. Do each of the kids really need to be involved in three sports, plus summer camp, plus music lessons, plus…? Cutting down on expectations and activities can make a world of difference and give everyone—including mom—some breathing room.

• Divide and conquer. Imagine making dinner and walking away from the kitchen, leaving the kids—or dad—to clean up the mess. At our house, we all do our own laundry. No more questions about lost uniforms or favorite jeans.

Knowing who does what, with clear expectations in advance, is huge.

• There’s an app for that. No, seriously, you can choose from a ton of apps to help manage lists and calendars. Cozi, Siri, Alexa and Evernote are just a few that can keep up with the grocery list and help everyone stay on track of shared calendars.

If you’re a mom, you likely know the answer to each of these questions, plus thousands more. You not only know what’s for dinner every night this week, but you also know each kid’s favorite foods and have balanced the meal plan so everyone gets something they really like at least once. You also know what’s in the pantry and what you need to buy to make said meals.

• Make time for you. Before dismissing this idea as impossible, consider the brain benefits of completely unplugging for an hour each week, or a few minutes each day. I recently started distance running. You’d be amazed at the solutions I discover while out on the trail. And don’t forget the value of scripture/motivational reading and prayer. Plugging in to a higher power can bring peace, even in the midst of all the crazy we love and hate each day. a

Dads? Not so much. It’s not that dads care less about the specifics of running a household. But the fact is, for the most part, women are the ones who manage what is known as the “invisible workload”– the thousands of tiny details that keep the family going each day.

Those details aren’t just a giant to-do list, either. The invisible workload includes emotional and mental strain, as well. It’s all those nagging worries that keep moms up late at night. Is my child making friends?

Are my kids getting the nutrition they really need? How much physical activity did we fit in the schedule this week? Are we relying on screen time too much? What books are they reading? You get the idea.

To be fair, most of us had a pretty good idea that we would be the ones handling these details when we became parents, and we wouldn’t trade our families for anything. But that doesn’t mean resentment can’t creep in as the reality of just how much we carry really hits home. How can we manage these details—or ask for help—without sounding like a complete nag?

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FLAVORFUL | Recipe

Campfire Cones

By Amber Bouthot

Summer is almost here—and that means lots of time spent outdoors. My family is a camping family and we love s’mores. Recently, we tried this creative twist to an old favorite. Enjoy!

Ingredients: • Waffle cones • Mini marshmallows • Chocolate chips • Graham cracker pieces • Optional toppings: M&Ms, Rolos, peanut butter cups, bananas, strawberries, butterscotch chips, nuts • Foil

Preparation: Layer waffle cones with toppings and wrap in foil.

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Jaclyn Youhana Garver

Traveling from Fort Wayne, Indiana, to Hopkins, Belize, takes at least four airplanes.

For Kim and Josh Wickersham’s 2015 honeymoon, those planes flew from Fort Wayne to Atlanta to Belize City to Hopkins.

There, in the small Belize City airport, Kim experienced the most unexpected part of the trip: “This lady was like, ‘I lost my boarding pass,’” Kim remembered. The airport employee said, “That’s fine,” and let her board.

The plane to Hopkins had eight seats. One passenger asked the pilot, “Can I ride in the front with you?”

He said yes, so she climbed up into the co-pilot’s seat.

According to the travel site Trip Savvy, the most popular international honeymoon destinations for U.S. couples last year were what you’d expect: Mexico, Jamaica, the Bahamas, Italy, France, St. Lucia and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

But what if you want something outside the norm? Maybe you prefer a honeymoon with fewer tourists or people in general. Maybe you enjoy adventure vacations, with less beach time and more crawling around in caves or hiking up to hidden waterfalls.

That’s what the Wickershams wanted, and they found it at Beaches & Dreams resort in Belize.

The country is on the northeastern part of the isthmus connecting Mexico to South America. Its western edge faces the Caribbean Sea. To its north is Mexico and to the west and south, Guatemala. Hopkins is on the coast in central Belize, a country known for its forests and jungles and for having the largest cave system in Central America. It’s also known for its Mayan ruins, especially in Xunantunich (say zoonan-TOO-nitch), which is on the central border with Guatemala. And it has the world’s second largest coral reef.

The Wickershams took advantage of all that; their resort package included a number of excursions, which the couple took with a guide and driver from the hotel. Their favorite? For Kim, it was the caves. The hotel driver took the couple and one other person to a parking lot where they transferred to a van.

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river,” she said. “The inside flooded. There were potholes everywhere, so we hit our heads on top of van as it bumped along.”

Once they got to the cave, the only way in was to swim.

“We jumped in a pool of water, it was a crystal blueish-green color, and swam into the cave,” she said. “Everything is pitch black, no lights.”

At one point, the cave divers had to climb up a rock wall and remove their shoes so they didn’t damage anything; inside the cave were Mayan pots and pieces, artifacts that date back to between 650 and 1000.

“I saw full, entire body skeletons that haven’t been touched,” Kim said.

“There were creepy crawly creatures swimming around. Bats flying through the air. It was one of the coolest things that I think we’ve ever done.”

When my husband and I honeymooned in Belize in 2013, the cave diving was our favorite part, too. What stands out in my mind is this: After having to get on our bellies and crawl under stalactites, then turn sideways to fit through narrow columns of stalagmites, in and down and around and through, our guide had us sit on a ledge with our legs dangling into a huge abyss. The only light came from the headlamps worn by everyone in the group, about 10 of us.

ADVENTURE TRAVEL TIPS Looking for an adventurous honeymoon? Josh Wickersham gives these tips for anyone booking something a little unexpected.

• First, be willing to go somewhere new. “I feel like a lot of people only know about Sandals resorts,” Josh said. “You go to all the wedding sites, and that’s what’s pushed everywhere.”

• Put in the research and have a plan in place before arriving. That way, you’re not on your phone looking up “What should I do today?”

• Be flexible and prepared to experience something unexpected. At the last minute on his honeymoon, for example, he and his wife had the opportunity to go birdwatching with his resort’s owners and their friends.

Our guide told us that thousands of years ago, Mayans used to perform weeks-long solo rituals here on their path to become a shaman. This, mixed with the knowledge that we were, in fact, inside the planet, felt like an actual weight on our heads.

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ALL ABOUT YOU | Glo-roscopes

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Gemini (May 21 - June 20) As someone with two sides to their personality, you love stories that feature an unreliable narrator, plenty of suspense and a dark and stormy night. Your perfect summer story contains an ending that you can’t see coming, and secretly, you keep hoping that Dr. Jekyll will to turn into Mr. Hyde.

Cancer (June 21 - July 22) Whether you are at the beach, a mountain cabin or merely traveling from one place to another this summer, take along a tale that centers on a one-of-a-kind relationship and probably has an animal at the heart of the story. Think “Call of the Wild,” “Where the Red Fern Grows” or “Marley and Me.”

Leo (July 23 - August 22) You have a flair for the creative, the dramatic and plenty of excess, so any good Hollywood or rock ‘n roll tell-all would be perfect for you to pack along on your summer escape. If fiction is more your thing, look for titles that focus on wealthy families and a few black sheep to keep things interesting.

Virgo (August 23 - September 22) You know that sweet romances and faith-based fiction are far superior to a tawdry bodice-ripper, and luckily, there are plenty of paperbacks that fit the bill. Be sure to pack a few in your beach bag as you sit poolside this summer and share a few with your girlfriends. You might start your own book club!

Libra (September 23 - October 22) Looking for a historical novel with a feminist bent? There are a number of WWI era reads available that offer female voices with a perspective on the past.

Whether they were holding down the home front or spies in disguise, these books should top your summer reading list.

Scorpio (October 23 - November 21) Looking for a book with a little bite to it? Then you need a story that challenges the status quo and contains a brave heroine who takes a stand against the injustices of the world. A young adult novel may fit the bill nicely.

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Sagittarius (November 22 - December 21) A lover of magical lands, fantastical creatures and worlds of sci-fi, even when you are on vacation, you need an additional escape. Have two hours to kill while waiting on your flight? Pass the time revisiting the Harry Potter series, the Chronicles of Narnia or The Lord of the Rings trilogy.

Capricorn (December 22 - January 19) As an intellectual who is community-minded, you are drawn to the latest selfhelp book that you can use to make the world a better place. Look for the autobiography of an inspiring female activist, politician or newsmaker and let “her-story” inspire you.

Aquarius (January 20 - February 18) You can’t resist a coming-of-age story set in the summer, and no matter if it is set in the past, present or dystopian future, you love strong female characters that are going through their growing pains. This summer you will revisit a plot that reminds you of your own journey and may be a little too close for comfort.

Pisces (February 19 - March 20) You’ve never cared for easy reads with predictable plots. Rather, you will pack an 800-page tome and pore over it as though it was a magazine clipping. You like the in-depth insights and complex studies that focus on a subject that is close to your heart. It’s not for everyone, but you will plow through it in no time.

Aries (March 21 - April 19) If you are heading to the lake this summer, be sure to pack a thrilling, fast-paced page turner with a riveting cast of characters that will keep you in suspense until the very last page. Novels centered on the high tech industry are especially interesting and will challenge you with their high stakes drama.

Taurus (April 20 - May 20) You need a summer read that is not only based on a real life experience, but must also be a journey of self-discovery. As an earth sign, you love books that are grounded in reality, but offer a few twists and turns along the way. You may be inspired to follow in the author’s footsteps. a

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