Glo - October 2024

“Every leaf speaks bliss to me, fluttering from the autumn tree.”

Emily Brontë

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athe Cover

Title of piece: “Fragile and Fearless ”

Describe the Inspiration behind your cover ar twork: The physical change of the season and the bible verses Ecclesiastes 3:1-8 remind us that life is c yclical. Sometimes we feel fragile - maybe we’ve had our wings clipped or are temporarily grounded or feel broken or damaged Sometimes we are fearless and we fly boldly and bravely, even daringly, and climb to new heights How do we find the hope and the courage to fly? If we want to fly, we sometimes have to give up ever ything that weighs us down Only then can we spread our wings and soar

cover ar t ist Donna Emley

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Who are your biggest suppor ters:

Far and above the rest is my husband, Dennis He unconditionally suppor ts and still amazes me ever y day I t ’s been sheer joy to work and live together since 1983, and he is the reason I want to get up ever y morning.

I am also blessed to have an incredible creative circle of friends and professional colleagues who believe and respect the creative process and who understand the creative lifestyle, because let ’s face it, ar tists and creatives tend to march - or dance - to the beat of a different drum. An understanding of what must be respected and demanded in order to live a creative life, whether it ’s seek ing new and diverse experiences, needing solitude or always ask ing questions or mak ing time for mindfulness, provides an unbelievably solid basis of suppor t for me to obser ve and see possibilities, take risks, face challenges, and experience substantial creative growth

Why do you read glo and what do you like best about the public ation?

I love the positivity and the community of glo I like being informed and inspired each month and learning about new things There’s a diversity of topics and both a timelessness and a modern “right now ” sense that I enjoy I look for ward to the cover ar t reveals; so many talented women ar tists! And I love reading the back stories included in the She glows, the glo Girl and now the Man Crush sections

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gloFrom the executive editor

Can you smell it? That unmistakable scent of the crisp autumn air?

The ear thy smell of damp fallen leaves cinnamon and spice bonfire smoke These are all the things that instantly calm my senses and prepare me for my favorite season of the year From Halloween to Thanksgiving and ever ything in between, I can’t get enough of autumn

Each year, I look for ward to dusting off my favorite boots and pulling out my fluffy sweaters and color ful scar ves Hooded sweatshir ts make their way out of storage, along with coz y wool socks. Football on Sundays. Chili in the crockpot. Pumpkin car ving. Leaf peeping. Bring it on!

What are your favorite activities this season? I’d love to hear from you

This issue explores some of the season’s hottest accessories, as well as the best spots to view the beautiful fall foliage in our region October is also Domestic Violence and Breast Cancer Awareness month, and we bring attention to both Don’t forget to check out our Can’t Miss events. We are thankful for our par tnerships with Francine’s Friends and the Boys & Girls Clubs of For t Wayne and always look for ward to suppor ting their missions.

As the weather turns cooler, I hope you enjoy the changing season and have ample oppor tunities to enjoy time with your family and friends.

Best,

Amber Bouthot ambouthot@the-papers.com

GAL PALS

Have a pic with your gal pals? Simply send it in!

an afternoon on Lake

Alexis Murphy, with mom, Cindy Schlaifer, at the Clyde Theater seeing “Super Diamond!” So much fun with my mom! Glad we can spend qualit y time together!

Readers, send photos to Amber at ambouthot@the-papers com We’d love to put YOU and your gal pals in print!

Wild, wacky women

Sharon, Colleen, Sue and Pam (not pictured) heading to dinner at the Down Under, an underground restaurant in Syracuse.

Amy Beam, Denita Washington , Ashlyn Kipper t, and Joyce Caldwell hanging out at the new Ch i ti radio s

Gal pals enjoying the fashion show at this year ’s glo Bash: Anita Dor tch, Carla Jennings, Denita Washington and Mar y Byrd

Carolyn Mueller, Charlene Schroeder, Judy Miller and Phyllis Shappell gather for a fun afternoon They have been friends for 70+ years. They all went to Franklin School and Nor th Side H.S. together, and still enjoy their sisterhood time.

Past and present speech-language pathologist friends from FWCS who gathered at DeBrands to catch up with one of their own who was back in For t Wayne for a visit: Sue Davis, Julie Degler, Lori Garmire, Amy Juergens, Heidi Erdman, Pam Shull, Kristen Romar y and Jill Clem

Friends at The Deck: Karen Gillig and Rebecca Mer tens

Wawasee

Anne and Chona Kayak: Leomar and Rowena Good friends are always having a blast together!

Mar y Coates, Helen Bunnell, Jan Lipp, Anita Dor tch, Vicki Paul and Jennifer Tremills enjoy food, fellowship and conversation along with their husbands at the home of Jan and Lynn Lipp at Lake George.

20 Fall for A C C E S S O R I E S

by Lauren Caggiano

Accessories are like the icing on the cake they can add a cer tain element of class to any look. When it comes to fall 2018, it ’s “go big, or go home, ” at least when it comes to prints, colors and patterns Here’s a look at some of the most st ylish accessories available at local boutiques:

Opal and Ruby G ift Emporium

This store specializes in gifts for women, men and k ids, as well as accessories and home décor

5215 Illinois Road, Suite 104, For t Wayne (260) 444-2019 opalandruby com

1. Spar tina backpack: Whether it ’s a workday or girls’ weekend, arrive with style with this find from Opal and Ruby

2. INK + ALLOY earrings: These seed bead earrings with fringe by Ink + Alloy will dress up any outfit.

3. INK + ALLOY bracelet: Unleash your wild side with this k iller bracelet

4. Animal Print earrings: I t ’s a jungle out there and these earrings mean you’ll arrive dressed to k ill

Creative Women of the World

Creative Women of the World’s boutique sells goods made from women around the world.

125 W Wayne St , For t Wayne (260) 267-9048 gocwow org

All featured items are made from unexploded U S bombs left from the Secret War in Laos from 1963 to 1974 I tems are crafted by Laotian ar tisans, and each piece gives back to suppor t traditional Laotian ar tisan livelihoods, village development, community endeavors and fur ther de-mining effor ts. The purchase of these items contributes to Mines Advisor y Group to safely and exper tly clear some of the 80 million unexploded bombs contaminating land in Laos

Francis Shoppe

Susan’s Fashions

Here, you’ll find quality daytime spor tswear and evening apparel, as well as fine jewelr y and accessories to customize your wardrobe.

65 West Market St , Wabash (260) 563-8805 francisshoppe com

1. Chunky metallic necklace: Go from day to evening with this neck lace that screams “look at me ”

2. Charm bracelet: I t ’s in the details This bracelet combines gold, brass and black and will take any ever yday look from drab to fab

3. Gems, gems, gems: Women have been wearing gemstones for centuries Command attention with an oversized piece that draws on the beauty of Mother Ear th

Susan’s is your destination for apparel, jewelr y, shoes, handbags and more!

6340 W Jefferson Blvd , For t Wayne (260) 459-2828 susansfashions com

1. Statement clutches and handbags: They say for tune favors the bold, so with these bags you’ll be on your way to a fabulous day Be it sassy or classy, you’re sure to make an impression

2 Stackable bracelets (especially by Erimish): What ’s better than one bracelet? Multiple! Mix and match colors to add impact to any outfit.

3. Bold necklaces: Jewelr y can be eye candy Bold neck laces are one way to show up in style this fall

4. Blush colored ANY THING: This hue is a beautiful pastel color that lends a soft and feminine touch to any look I t ’s been all the rage on runways recently and it ’s easy to see why

5. Printed lightweight puffer jackets: Enter the lightweight puffer coat. I t ’s affordable, warm without being too heavy, and it works just about ever ywhere from the gym to the office. I t ’s also water-resistant, easy to pack and per fect for layering

Bash B outique

Bash Boutique is a premier boutique for women’s apparel, accessories, jewelr y and gifts Bash offers the highest quality apparel for all seasons and occasions. Shop on by for the area’s finest selection of all things Simple, Sincere and Sweet.

26 W Market St , Wabash (260) 274-1300 bashboutique net

1. Metallic clutch: Sometimes you don’t need to haul around a purse A clutch can get the job done and in style

2. Fragrance: A scent can make more of a statement than any accessor y Ambre blends are light but alluring

3. Scar f : Nothing dresses up a t-shir t and jeans like a scar f. Texture, color and shape can take any outfit to the next level

4 Tote: Classic and timeless, a leather tote is the per fect accessor y to have on hand for when fall days turn to crisp fall nights. a

2. Stor y Bangle

3. Arrow Tag Wrap

1. Stor y Bomb Leather Necklace

4. Women of the World Unite Necklace

From spooky to chic and everything in between, O tober is a time to revamp home décor and transiti loset for the changing sea heck out these must-have accessories and gifts from our friends.

Homespun B outique

S aving Grace Vintage

The Grainer y

Susan’s

Marita Dwight-Smith

Executive Direc tor of Francine’s Friends

By Deborah C Gerbers | Photo by Mollie Shutt

For the past 13 years, Francine’s Friends has helped make mammograms more accessible for women in need. While working as direc tor of the Breast Diagnostic Center from 2009 to 2017, Marita Dwight-Smith’s role with the Francine’s Friends mobile mammography coach was to manage the equipment and staff She is excited to be involved with a program that helps thousands of women in the communit y.

“Francine’s Friends was established in 2005 by a group of volunteers who wanted to keep alive the spirit of their good friend, Francine Shuber t, who lost her battle to breast cancer,” DwightSmith explained “ They par tnered with Parkview Cancer Center and the Breast Diagnostic Center to make early detection of breast cancer a priority The goal was and still is to provide mammograms to women in For t Wayne and the surrounding area who might other wise be unable to receive them due to lack of insurance or transpor tation.”

The organization strives to spread the word about raising money to help all women get mammograms, regardless of financial issues that might stand in the way. Francine’s Friends holds an annual luncheon to raise money for this cause. “I am ver y excited this year to have our guest speaker, Linda Han, MD, breast surgeon, Parkview Cancer Institute, to educate us on breast health,” said Dwight-Smith “ We still have availability for those who would like to attend and suppor t this program ”

Work ing with and ser ving women seems to be a natural passion for Dwight-Smith, who said her greatest role model is her mother “She gave way more of herself than she ever took in life,” she explained “She taught strong work ethic, being involved in your community, paying it for ward and always helping and teaching others when you can If I could be only half as good as she was, I’ll being doing pretty well ”

Dwight-Smith said she hopes to continue to build the Francine’s Friends program and grow community suppor t for the program “Currently, we are on the road five to six days a week and out in the community educating and reminding women of the importance of early detection and how it saves lives Each day we think, ‘If I can help just one individual today, it ’s a good day and more than wor thwhile!’” a

According to the American Cancer Society, breast cancer is the most common cancer in American women and there is a 1 in 8 chance a woman will develop it in her lifetime. Early detection is one of the best ways to successfully treat breast cancer. 15 minutes could save your life, or the life of someone you love — schedule your mammogram today!

Jensen S nyder

Age: 13

By Cour tney Rawlinson | Photo by Mollie Shutt

Meet Jensen Snyder : A Waterloo star! This eighth-grader loves the countr y lifest yle as she resides with her family in a 160-year-old farmhouse. She has been a member of the For t Wayne Children’s Choir for seven years and has grown her musical experience by per forming the National Anthem at TinCaps games and opening for The Voice superstar Addison Agen. Needless to say, bet ween tending her farm animals and her packed musical calendar, she is one busy bee

At such a young age, you’re an inspiration. In your 13 years, when did you realize singing is your passion?

I guess I don't remember a time when I wasn't singing From singing to a crowd of stuffed animals in my room to singing the ingredients to a recipe, it's just a par t of my day.

Many know the old saying ‘prac tice makes per fec t.’ Even with a lot of prac tice, stage fright is still ver y common. Do you get ner vous before per forming? If so, how do you calm your ner ves?

Before ever y per formance, I don't necessarily get ner vous I get what I can only explain as excitement flashes or happiness attacks It's like an adrenaline rush! Also, before ever y per formance, I pray with any family who is backstage Ever y time I get to sing, it's a blessing because I am singing for Jesus and therefore, there is no reason to be ner vous

When you are not working on your music, what do you like to do for fun?

I love to read, cook and hang out with my animals I spend a lot of time playing my ukulele (named Violet). I really like to write and journal, which is actually how I star ted writing my own songs.

If you could per form with any ar tist in the world, who would it be and why?

I am a huge fan of Dolly Par ton. She is an inspiration to me. She has always been so positive, humble and kind It would be an absolute honor to someday meet her

What are your inspirations and motivations?

My inspirations and motivations are to sing for the Lord Jesus has always been my biggest inspiration and I'm going to sing for him ever y day of my life a

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Man Crush

By Amber Bouthot | Photo by Zack Kittaka

This month’s Man Crush has been a vocal cheerleader for Fort Wayne his entire life. He had a chance to amplify his positivity as a member of the Visit Fort Wayne staff for many years, managing its social media accounts and sharing the good news about our city. He is currently an active member of Young Leaders of Northeast Indiana and Public Outreach Coordinator for the City of Fort Wayne, and many refer to him as “Mr. Fort Wayne.” You can catch him jamming on the drums with his band swimming[into]view at local bars and events. He and his wife, Allie, are the proud parents of an adorable Labradoodle, Josie, and are looking forward to welcoming their first human child early next year.

glo ladies? Meet John Felts.

Age: 33

Hometown: Fort Wayne

High School: Bishop Luers

College: I majored in communications at Indiana University, and I am a HUGE IU sports fan, donning the famous red and white striped pants on basketball game days. Occupation: Public Outreach Coordinator, City of Fort Wayne

Which women most shaped you into the man you are today?

My mother, Kathryn Felts, is the most intelligent and strongest woman I know. There are many days in which I look at her in awe. She’s an extremely hard worker, passionate about giving back to her community, and deeply caring for her family and friends. She, along with my Dad, taught me to put others before myself and to be kind to everyone. I’m so proud of everything she has accomplished in her life.

Women are…

Strong. I admire women who are determined to not let anyone tell them what they can and cannot do. Women are capable of doing anything, and in my opinion, doing most things better than men.

Fun fact about you:

I have a small fear of heights. The older I get, the worse it gets.

How can we learn more about you:

Since I love Twitter, follow me at @JohnPFelts. I love sharing news about the great things happening in Fort Wayne and cheering on the Indiana Hoosiers. I may give a chicken wings review, as well. a

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Color your world

Find fall foliage hot sp ots this season

By Julie Young

If you are looking to do a little leaf peeping this season, then glo has you covered! We asked area insiders to share their favorite fall foliage hot spots.

For t Wayne Trails

Kristen Guthrie, director of marketing with Visit For t Wayne, said that between now and the end of October, the newer sections of the Pufferbelly Trail from the Life Bridge Trailhead to Cook Road and the section between Cook and Wallen will be extraordinar y with all of the maple trees that exist in the valley area.

The leaves will also be on glorious display along the Rivergreenway ’s park system, par ticularly the St Joseph Pathway from Shoaff Park to Johnny Appleseed Park; St Mar y ’s Pathway from Tillman Park to Swinney Park; and the Maumee Pathway from Nor th Anthony Boulevard to Moser Park

“ These will all have a show of mixed tall trees, including oaks, hickories, sycamores, cottonwoods, basswoods and more,” Guthrie said “If you are look ing for something in the city, Clinton Street as you come into the city is a photographer ’s favorite and makes for an iconic leaf shot ”

ACRES Land Trust

While the ACRES Land Trust preser ves could be a day trip all on their own, Lettie Haver said there are a number of key areas in the region that will offer a spectacular view this season Preser ve trails are open from dawn to dusk and each is conducive to cer tain types of hik ing depending on the individual’s stamina

“ The Tom and Jane Dustin Nature Preser ve takes on a fantastic yellow-gold glow each autumn,” she said “Shagbark hickor y leaves dominate the forest lands and in the right light this place really glows ”

O ther great ACRES spots to visit include the Cedar Creek Corridor Project at 1802 Chapman Road in Hunter town, the ACRES Wing Haven Preser ve near Angola, as well as their 200-year-old Ecological Reflections Project

“Interested hikers can lean more by visiting our website (acreslandtrust org) and can help protect these areas by joining the nonprofit as a member,” Haver said

Wabash County

Whitney Millspaugh, marketing manager for Wabash County, said that there are several ACRES Land Trust proper ties in Wabash County that have great fall foliage, including the Hathaway Preser ve at Ross Run, Mar y Thornton Nature Preser ve, Asher wood and Kok iwanee

“Both Salamonie State Park and Mississinewa State Park offer hundreds of acres of fall foliage,” she said. “In addition, the Charley Creek Gardens and Paradise Spring Historical Park, both located in Wabash, offer a walk ing trail through mature trees, as well as a water fall at the Charley Creek Gardens ”

No matter where you decide to go, you’re sure to fall in love with nature’s palette and will enjoy the way it colors your world! a

By Kevin Mullett

Mengerson Nature Preser ve by Kevin Mullett

ACRES Land Trust

Fort Wayne

Mural Explosion

By Barb Sieminsk i

If you’re hosting new visitors to our fair cit y who want to hit all the highlights, be sure to lead them through a downtown alley or t wo where you will discover awe-inspiring creativit y by area ar tists. They have lent their talents to transform formerly drab cit y alley ways into things of beaut y

projects comes from donations and from Ar t This Way ’s annual Ar t Crawl fundraiser, held each September

An alley activation project begun by the For t Wayne Downtown Improvement District in 2016 was joined in 2017 by grant writer and full-time ar tist Alexandra Hall, organizer of the Ar t This Way program

“Public ar t enhances public grounds in a way that goes beyond brick and mor tar,” said Bill Brown, DID president. “Public ar t gives the public realm a soul.”

A "Guitar Experiment" sculpture by Hall and Alex Mendez was crafted in 2015 for a galler y show at Jennifer Ford Ar t, and the DID purchased it in

2016 for this endeavor, mak ing it the first piece it curated for the alley project. That sculpture is displayed on the east wall of 119 W. Wayne Street

Following that, Hall and local ar tists Terr y Ratliff and Theoplis Smith joined forces on a mural on the east side of the former Thirsty Camel Building.

Early success on the family-friendly murals prompted Hall to look for grants and other financial suppor t, while consulting with the DID and seek ing more mural projects. Funding the

Mural highlights include the Midtowne Crossing O wners Association Mural, 112 W Wayne Street by ar tist Matthew Plett; Ambassador Enterprises Mural, 927 Harrison Street, by ar tist and Huntington University professor of Digital Media Ar ts Br yan Ballinger; and the University of St Francis School of Creative Ar ts mural, behind 128 W Wayne Street, by ar tist and SOCA educator Tim Parsley and interns

“Our goal is to saturate these two blocks with ar twork, and create an open-to-the-public outdoor galler y experience,” said Hall, adding that public reaction to the ar t has been positive, with the community embracing these new installations

“Arouse! For You Must Justify Me!” mural by Tim Parsley and interns (SOCA) behind 128 W. Wayne Street is shown at different stages of painting. The Good Grey Poet Walt Whitman is displayed at the far right end of the mural.

“ We have plans to do more projects in 2019, and we recently won an Ar ts United Amplify Ar t! Grant, which will help us raise funds for a project located within our mural walkway area ”

Asked how much mural paint costs, Hall said that the paint, which should last 15 to 20 years, was ordered from Nova Color and that it was more expensive than typical paint, with cer tain colors costing up to $100 a gallon

“ The average cost is around $1,000-$1,500 for paint, so roughly 10 to 15 gallons might be used in creating a mural,” said Hall. “Some murals run more, especially when you figure in primer and sealant.

“All of our mural project's budgets are public information. We paid ar tists an average of $7,000 per project. The amount we offered to pay the ar tists, as well as the supply budget, was also listed on the public call for entr y, which we released last fall,” she said

Asked if the alleyways would be visible 24/7, including evening lighting, Hall said it was up to the owners of the buildings

“Our projects are all on private proper ty, so lighting is up to the proper ty owners or coordination between the owners and the city or improvement districts. Midtowne Crossing Condominiums has recently updated the lighting above Matthew Plett's mural in order for it to be seen 24 hours a day ”

Costs for each mural range from a few thousand to over $25,000 and up, according to Brown. An average for the murals is around $9,000 and that includes supplies, which run around $2,500, and beyond paint may include tarps, riser platforms, cloths, brushes, gesso and scaffolds or electronic lift rentals I t also includes generator gas, projector rental, buckets and anything else the ar tist needs a

Resources

Downtown Improvement Distric t / Ar t This Way, For t Wayne, 260 420 3266, http://downtownfor twayne com/ar tthisway/

“Guitar Experiment, ” a sculpture by Alexandra Hall and Alex Mendez, displayed on the east wall of 119 W Wayne Street

“ The Blue Birds” by Huntington Universit y professor of Digital Media Ar ts Br yan Ballinger, displayed as the Ambassador Enterprises mural, 927 Harrison Street

“Breathe” is a Midtowne Crossing Owners Association mural by Matthew Plett and is displayed at 112 W Wayne Street

Matthew Plett priming the wall before painting it

Finances for Kids

By Deborah C Gerbers

Teaching kids to learn the value of a dollar can be a little daunting for parents, but it ’s a necessar y skill for them to learn Knowing how to save money early can help kids become more financially responsible as adults.

Star t with the basics like a piggy bank Kids as young as four or five can do simple chores like pick ing up their toys and helping wash dishes, and rewarding them with a quar ter will keep them interested in helping around the house. What k id doesn’t love that sound of their hardearned coins jingling in their banks? Once they have enough saved, teach them how to budget for a toy or something else they ’d like to buy Spending their own money makes them feel good about themselves and their capabilities, and keeping them involved will help them become more responsible for their personal finances and savings

Parents should also consider opening a savings account for their k ids Many banks and financial institutions like 3Rivers Federal Credit Union design savings accounts with k id-friendly incentives like small toys and stickers and 3Rivers has a Credit Union Buddy account that rewards k ids for saving their money. A good way to guarantee the growth of their accounts is to set aside a cer tain amount of money each week or month reser ved for that account (something manageable like $5 per month or any amount that your budget allows) There is also the 52 Week Money Challenge, according to 3Rivers, where a cer tain amount of money corresponding to the

week of the year is set aside For example, Week 1 is $1, Week 2 is $2, and so on, until the year ’s end where you’ll end up with over a thousand dollars saved.

Another thing to consider is a college savings plan, called a 529 Plan These are easy ways to save money for college down the road, and grandparents and other family members can get involved and contribute by opening a 529. I t ’s a simple way to plan ahead and a great way for out-of-town relatives to give money instead of bir thday presents or other gifts

As the k ids get older and star t work ing par ttime jobs, take them to the bank and open up a check ing account, as well as an ATM card. They can deposit their hard-earned checks and have

control over their money without ask ing you And by track ing their balance online, it ’s easy for them to be accountable for how much they ’re spending. Encourage them to put some of their paychecks into their savings account too; just a few dollars a week can add up over time

By keeping your k ids involved in their own finances, they will likely be apt to become financially responsible adults. I t ’s never too early to star t teaching them how to save! a

Resource:

3 Rivers Federal Credit Union, For t Wayne, 260 490 8328, 3riversfcu org

A t H ome t hi s Fall: Inside + Out

By Erin Dozois

After three months of sunshine, vacations and long weekends on the lake, it ’s time to come home again Ready to nestle in?

Our exper t tips will help transform your humble abode into a warm and joyous autumn paradise

A Touch of Tradition

Cour tesy of A Per fec t Blend, Bluff ton

• Change out pillows and throws for rich season colors like orange and red

• Place fresh flowers and plants throughout the house using seasonal blooms, such as chr ysanthemums, alstroemeria, dahlias and hypericum berries

• Glitz up pumpk ins with glue sticks and glitter.

• Display candles in seasonal colors and scents Lanterns also add a festive touch

• Trade ar tificial summer flowers for ar tificial cotton, sunflowers, bittersweet and twigs

• Fill wooden trays with seasonal fruit like apples, pumpk ins and pears.

• Wrap vases and containers with burlap ribbon for texture and flare Burlap also works well as a table runner

• Use grapevines for front doors, fireplace mantles and table runners

Old Meets New

Cour tesy of The Grainer y, Decatur

• Galvanized accents remain popular with the rustic European theme Using galvanized containers with autumn accents create pops of color that can easily be changed out for Christmas/winter décor later.

• A seasonal wreath at the front door makes a welcoming statement for guests

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• Mums provide beautiful color for your exterior; however, incorporating a collection of pansies, flowering cabbage and k ale, accent grasses and cold weather flowers can create a modern look with longer flowering time than with mums, alone

• Traditional fall colors typically include yellow, orange and red; however, those are not the only colors suitable for autumn Consider using blues, teals, eggshell whites and pale oranges that accent modern home paint schemes. These colors also work well with Jarrahdale and White Baby Boo pumpk ins that are all the rage this season.

2018’s Top 10 Fall Scents for Home

Cour tesy of HGT V.com

I t ’s hard to imagine autumn without its signature scents Whether you’re into the ear thy, musk y, warm or spic y side of the season, we’ve got the per fect blends to make this time of year really come alive.

• Crisp Morning Air from Yankee Candle

• Autumn Hayride from Sonoma life+style

• Cashmere from Henri Bendel

• Alder from The Motley

• Dark Rum from Malin+Goetz

• Pumpk in Pecan Waffles from Bath & Body Works

• Espresso from Boulangerie Jar by ILLUME

• Chocolate from Nate Berkus

• Jazz Club from Malson Mar tin Margiela

• Goji Tarocco Orange from Voluspa a

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Breast Cancer:

What you need to know

By Cathy Shouse

No one wants to hear the words “you have breast cancer.” Yet more progress is being made toward the treatment and prevention of the disease ever y year Arming ourselves with knowledge and following the latest advice are our best defenses

The American Cancer Society estimates that during 2018 about 266,120 new cases of invasive breast cancer will be diagnosed in women, and approximately 40,920 women will die from breast cancer

Dr Linda Han, a breast surgeon at the Parkview Cancer Institute recently shared the following answers and insights:

“No other cancer has experienced the explosion of treatment advances that improve the quality of life and sur vival for our patients,” she said “ This includes new medications and biologic agents to specifically target cer tain cancers that typically are aggressive, as well as new genomic assays to personalize therapy for the most effective treatment ”

What can be done to improve our odds of avoiding breast cancer?

Adoption of healthy lifestyle habits improves overall health and reduces the risk of breast cancer. Positive lifestyle habits include aerobic exercise for at least 30 minutes per day ; consuming quality foods, such as fresh fruits and vegetables; limiting intake to less than 4 ounces of alcohol per day ; no smok ing; and limiting red meats and processed foods

What type of mammogram is best?

3D mammogram or tomosynthesis is more accurate in detecting small cancers, especially for dense breast tissue Most insurance companies recognize this benefit and are now covering this ser vice

How concerned should we be about "the pill" today as it relates to breast cancer?

Oral contraceptive use does not appear to increase the risk of breast cancer I t reduces the risk of ovarian cancer by half

The longer a woman has used an oral contraceptive, the higher the benefit in reduction of ovarian cancer

What is the latest on hormone replacement with regard to breast cancer risk?

Long-term hormone replacement therapy, usually greater than five years, does increase the risk of breast cancer The current recommendation is for the lowest effective dose for the shor test duration and no more than five years of exposure.

What

about breast self-exams?

According to Rachael Hayes, MD, medical director of the Lutheran Comprehensive Breast Center, a change of think ing has happened regarding what was traditionally called a breast self-exam Currently, rather than a step-by-step process of examining the breasts, breast awareness is the goal

“Ever y woman’s breasts are different,” Hayes said. “ What is normal for one woman might not be normal for another. We are now more individually focused than population focused.”

A woman who is pre-menopausal will have changes in her breasts prior to menstruation, during and after, for example. So understanding what is normal for you in each situation is going to be more helpful than just one step-by-step self-examination taken monthly Your family histor y matters, as well as your own past histor y

If you think something is different and are concerned, it ’s impor tant to see a medical provider and pursue the matter until you are comfor table with what you are told Get imaging if you’re in doubt, or get another opinion

“I always encourage women to be their own best advocates,” Hayes said. “ We get better and better. The earlier it is found the higher your rate of cure ” a

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Sunshine Smoothie

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If you’re looking for a delicious way to eat your root vegetables this fall, look no fur ther than this Sunshine Smoothie Packed with sweet potatoes and carrots, this treat will fill you up and get your day star ted off on the right foot.

Ingredients

1/2 cup cooked sweet potato

1/2 cup fresh shredded carrots

1 ripe banana

1 teaspoon ground turmeric

1 teaspoon peanut butter

1 cup coconut milk

5 ice cubes

1/2 cup purified water

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Pesto Chicken & Zoodles

By Amber Bouthot

This is a favorite meal in my house even the toddler likes it, so it must be good! A few years ago, for my bir thday, my mom gave me the spiralizer attachment for my Kitchen-aid Mixer, and this recipe gives me the per fec t excuse to use it So fun! For my Whole30 friends, this recipe is compliant

Ingredients:

• 3 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1 teaspoon black pepper

• 2 teaspoons coconut oil

• 1 cup arugula, firmly packed

• 1/4 cup Italian parsley

• 1/4 cup cilantro

• 1/4 cup olive oil

• 1 garlic clove, peeled and crushed

• 2 teaspoons freshly-squeezed lemon juice

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1/2 teaspoon pepper

• 3 zucchini, julienned or spiralized

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Dr y the chicken thighs Sprink le the sk in side with salt, pepper and seasoning. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees, and heat a large stainless steel or cast-iron sk illet over high heat Once hot, add your oil and then add the chicken thighs, sk in side down Reduce the heat on your stove to mediumhigh, and cook the thighs for about 10 minutes. The chicken thighs release a lot of juices, so there will be splatter Be sure to use a splatter guard Turn over and allow to cook for about 5 minutes on the sk inless side Remove the chicken pieces to a plate, discarding all the chicken juices.

While the chicken is cook ing, make your pesto. To do so, place the arugula, parsley, cilantro, garlic, lemon juice, salt and olive oil in a food processor and mix until well combined

Add zucchini noodles to the pan and toss with the pesto Place the chicken pieces on top of the zucchini, sk in side up, and place the entire pan in the oven Bake at 350º for 15-20 minutes or until chicken pieces are cooked through (165 degrees) a

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Back to School

By Cour tney Rawlinson

Now that the kids are back to school, take advantage of this time to continue your own learning. One fac tor in a healthy relationship is to continue to focus on learning about each other as days, months and years go by

Star t this date day at your favorite local coffee shop to enjoy a morning brew with one another Nex t: go shopping We all run out of supplies in the house have a list ready and enjoy some kid-free retail therapy.

End your day at Pokagon for an exciting canoeing trip take this time to focus on learning more about your par tner in a fun and adventurous way

When is Date night marked on your calendar?

Schedules can get busy as school dominates your lives Get your calendar out and draw a hear t on the next free Saturday to be spent with your significant other.

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Domestic Violence Awareness Month

By Haiden Steingass

Oc tober is Domestic Violence Awareness month Reaching out for help is one of the best things you can do In fac t, domestic violence hotlines are called more than 200,000 times each year to answer questions, provide resources, and offer safet y tips to vic tims and loved ones of vic tims.

While it is common to think of women as the vic tims of domestic violence, men can be vic tims too. As of this year, 15 percent of men have been the vic tim of domestic abuse according to the Man Kind Initiative

What happens after a woman escapes a violent relationship? While some women are able to find safet y and shelter, many find themselves without a place to call home In fac t, half of the homeless women in the United States were vic tims of domestic violence and are fleeing from their relationship

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ar accidents, rapes and muggings are all leading causes of injur y among women, but domestic violence is the number one cause, impac ting up to one hird of all women according to DoSomething org

he monetar y cost of domestic violence? $5.8 billion. From the price of medical and mental health ser vices to time off work, domestic violence racks p a heav y charge in more ways than one a

Breast c ancer is the number two most fatal c ancer in women, taking the lives of more than 40,000 just last year, according to the Americ an Cancer S ociety.

According to the National Cancer Institute, one in eight women will be diagnosed with breast c ancer in her lifetime.

One in eight sounds like a high ratio compared to the one in 11 chance (back in the ’70s), but the real reason the number has risen is bec ause of the longer life expec tanc y, as well as advanced technology that allows earlier detec tion.

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Smart Girls / Brilliant Women Luncheon

By Barb Sieminsk i

The fascinating progression of intelligent girls into bright women culminates at the B oys & Girls Clubs of For t Wayne’s16th annual Smar t Girls / Beautiful Women at the much-anticipated autumn luncheon buffet.

According to Deborah Stellwagen, director of community relations, the program, which star ted in 2003, has helped girls build self-confidence, sound decision-mak ing sk ills, special friendships and mentor relationships

“Developing self-reliance and confidence and k nowing how to handle themselves in difficult situations are a vital par t of the girls’ learning experiences,” said Stellwagen.

“Not only does our program promote healthy

lifestyles, positive self-concept and social sk ills, it also provides oppor tunities for career development At the Smar t Girls / Brilliant Women event, we celebrate these young women who have embraced the character vir tues of what it means to be a productive, caring and responsible woman ”

The speaker for the event is Ginny Clark, a long-time suppor ter and incredible advocate for the Boys & Girls Clubs of For t Wayne, said Stellwagen

“Since the early to mid-1990s, Ginny has been instrumental in the growth and development of the club and has ser ved on the board of directors for many years and on various club committees, including Smar t Girls / Brilliant Women,” said Stellwagen.

“ We’re for tunate to have the oppor tunity to honor Ginny for all her wonder ful years of dedicated ser vice to the Boys & Girls Club ”

Another long-time board of directors member is Vick i Grabosk i who has been actively involved with this program.

“I t gives me a great deal of satisfaction to see young girls benefit from the k nowledge and experience of others who teach them how to be professional, confident and motivated,” said Grabosk i. “ These young women leave the program with valuable life sk ills that will ser ve them well in any endeavor they choose to pursue ”

The event will be held at the Grand Wayne Convention Center, 120 W. Jefferson, For t Wayne, on November 1, 2018 at 11:30 a m The cost is $75 and the Smar t Girl of the Year will be announced.

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Francine’s Friends Lunch with Friends

By Cathy Shouse

The 14th annual Lunch with Friends event, hosted by Francine’s Friends Mobile Mammography, raises funds to help local women in need receive free mammograms. The event also educates attendees about the detec tion and treatment of breast cancer and offers them a chance to relax and connec t with other women This year ’s event is Friday, Oc t 12, at the Allen Count y War Memorial Coliseum.

Marita Dwight-Smith became director of Francine’s Friends in Januar y and has been affiliated with the organization since 2009 as director of the Breast Diagnostic Center

“ There are many, many stories of women in the community Francine’s Friends has helped women who wouldn’t have had mammograms other wise” said Dwight-Smith “I t really is a wonder ful program.”

Each year, several hundred women attend Lunch with Friends. “ We are excited to host the luncheon this year with an even greater presence from Parkview Health, who has been a long-time par tner of Francine’s Friends,” Dwight-Smith said “ We look for ward to once again providing education, suppor t and companionship to women in our region ”

Linda Han, MD, a breast surgeon at the Parkview Cancer Institute, will be the keynote speaker at this year ’s event When Parkview began recruiting oncologists for the new Parkview Cancer Institute, they wanted the best in the field, and for breast oncology, that is Dr Han Dr Han earned her undergraduate degree in biology from Indiana University and attended IU Medical School From 2011 to 2016 she ser ved as the director of IU Breast Surgical Oncology, and she joined the Parkview team in 2017

“For t Wayne is luck y to have such a respected and progressive breast surgeon,” said DwightSmith. “Her k nowledge of new technologies and her focus on patient-centered care really set her a par t in her field ”

Ask any of her teammates from the Cancer Institute what it ’s like to work with her, and the answers are the same: She has so much respect for her staff and gives such amazing care to her patients She is the whole pack age: k nowledgeable, empathetic and respectful

Dr Han was attracted to Parkview because of its vision to create the best oncology program in the region. She was also drawn to the oppor tunity to create a comprehensive, multi-disciplinar y breast oncology program. Guests at this year ’s Lunch with Friends will have the oppor tunity to hear Dr Han speak about the care team approach embraced by the Cancer Institute, as well as emerging technologies in breast health and cancer treatment

Registration will begin at 11 a m the day of the event, and the event runs from 11:30 a m to 1 p.m. Tickets are $75 per person and reser vations for a table of 10 “Friends” is $750 Corporate tables are also available. For tickets, contact Dwight-Smith at marita dwight@parkview com or 260-249-0154 Visit the website at http://www.francinesfriends.org/

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October

By Ray Balogh

1-31 | Monday–Sunday | Pumpkin Fantasyland

Pumpkins, gourds and squash create well-known characters and historical events Hayrides, mazes, refreshments Admission charge to some attractions 8 a m -7 p m daily, Fashion Farm, 1680 Lincolnway W , Ligonier 260 894 4498, pumpkinfantasyland com

1-31 | Monday–Saturday | Spooktacular Estate Event

Win a $500 shopping spree, shop specially priced pre-owned jewelry; silent auction 9 a m -6 p m MondayFriday, 9 a m -5 p m Saturday, Eichhorn Jewelry, 130 N 2nd St , Decatur 260 724-2621 or 800 589 2621, eichhornjewelry com

1-31 | Tuesday–Sunday | Traveling Exhibitions

• Dale Chihuly: Another Realm (through Nov 25)

Octoberto -do list . . .

6, 13, 20, 27 | Saturday |

South Side Farmers Market

100 stands featuring produce, handcrafted items, antiques, fresh baked goods, eggs, local honey, hormonefree pork and chicken Master gardeners on hand to answer questions

Free admission 7 a m -1 p m , 3300

Warsaw St , Fort Wayne 260 456 8255 or 260 456 1228, southsidefarmersmarket com

• American Brilliant Cut Glass: New World Innovation from 1876-1917 (ongoing)

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

2, 9, 16, 23, 30

| 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

4 | Thursday | Steely Dan

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame artists have sold more than 40 million albums worldwide

$172/$96 50/$76 50/$56 50 7:30 p m , Fort Wayne Embassy Theatre, 125 W Jefferson Blvd , Fort Wayne 800 745 3000, fwembassytheatre org

5 | Friday | 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

5 | Friday | First Friday

Live entertainment, food, kid's activities, shopping, evening specials and more Free admission 5 p m -8 p m , downtown Wabash 260 563 0975, wabashmarketplace org

6 | Saturday | Harvest Fest

Wagon rides, 1872 covered bridge, kids’ activities, petting zoo, hayrides, cow milking contest, hot apple dumplings, vendors, food, music Free admission 8 a m -6 p m , Market Square, downtown 260 982 7644, northmanchesterchamber com

6 7 | Saturday-Sunday | Apple Festival

1800-1865 pioneer festival with skilled demonstrators, primitive village, children’s crafts and games, contests, antiques, foods, entertainment Free admission; $5 for fairground parking 9 a m -6 p m Saturday, 9 a m -5 p m Sunday, Noble County Fairgrounds, 1001 Dowling St , Kendallville 260 347 1064, kendallvilleapplefestival com

6, 13, 20 | Saturday | Farmer ’s Market

More than 20 fruit and vegetable vendors, food trucks, flowers, local honey and more Free admission 8 a mnoon, Honeywell Center parking lot, 275 W Market Street, Wabash 260 563 0975, wabashmarketplace org

7 | 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

11 | Thursday |

“Breakfast on the Marsh”

For 50 years and older A light breakfast will be served Call to preregister Free admission 8:30 a m -9:45 a m , Indiana Wesleyan Education & Conference Center, Room 102/104, 8211 W Jefferson Blvd , Fort Wayne 260 478 2515, info@lrwp org, lrwp org

11 | Thursday |

“Gifts From the Woods”

Guest speaker Jason Kissel will present a brief history and description of ACRES Trust, a nonprofit protecting natural areas in northeast Indiana Includes refreshments $20/person 9 a m -11:30 a m , Historic Sweeney Homestead, 1424 W Jefferson Blvd , Fort Wayne Call 260 432 7314 for reservations, settlersinc org

11 | Thursday |

Fourth Annual Night to Aspire

Customer appreciation sale; more than 20 local vendors featuring trendy clothing, jewelry and delights for the home Door prizes, live music, complimentary food and beverages, Bank Your Botox Free admission 3 p m -8 p m , Aspire Plastic Surgery and Medical Spa, 7563 E Lincolnway Road, Columbia City 260 205 8770, nighttoaspire com

12 | Friday |

Francine’s Friends 14th Annual Lunch with Friends

Raises funds to help local women in need receive free mammograms The event also educates attendees about the detection and treatment of breast cancer and offers them a chance to relax and connect with other women $75/person, $750/table For tickets, contact Dwight-Smith at marita dwight@parkview com or 260-249-0154 Visit the website at http://www francinesfriends org/

12 | Friday | LeAnn Rimes

Famed country singer with special guest Brett Wiscons $75/$45/$35 7:30 p m , Ford Theater, Honeywell Center, 275 W Market St , Wabash 260 563 1102, honeywellcenter org

13 | Saturday | Fall Holiday Market

Unique shopping, food and boutique trucks, music by The Hubie Ashcraft Band Sponsored by Haute Gathering Markets $5/person includes raffle ticket, free for 12 and under; donation made to National Kidney Foundation 11 a m -5 p m , Allen County Fairgrounds, 2726 Carroll Road, Fort Wayne

16 | Tuesday | “Charlotte’s Web”

Dramatic presentation of the treasured tale featuring madcap and endearing farm animals $10 10 a m and noon, Ford Theater, Honeywell Center, 275 W Market St , Wabash 260 563 1102, honeywellcenter org

17 | Wednesday | “Short Hikes for Short Legs: Fall Trees & Leaves”

Explore trees and how they lose their leaves in the fall, make a paint transfer of your favorite leaf 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

18 | Thursday | Celtic Thunder

Eclectic all-male singing group, accompanied by the Celtic Concert Orchestra, celebrates its 10th year on the Celtic Thunder X Tour

$100/$69/$49 7:30 p m , Ford Theater, Honeywell Center, 275 W Market St , Wabash 260 563 1102, honeywellcenter org

19 | Friday |

“Exploring Nest Boxes”

Examine the nesting boxes of the marsh and discover which flying friends used the boxes to raise their young Boots recommended Free admission 5 p m -6:30 p m , Eagle Marsh barn, 6801 Engle Road, Fort Wayne 260 478 2515, info@lrwp org, lrwp org

20 | Saturday | Fright Night

Hitchcock double bill:

• 7 p m , “The Birds”

Francine’s Friends

Mobile Mammography Coach Schedule

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

10/01 Limberlost Public Librar y - 164 Kelly Street, Rome City 10/03 Bi-County S er vices - 425 E. Harrison, Bluffton

• 10 p m , “Psycho”

$7 per movie or $10 for both movies Fort Wayne Embassy Theatre, 125 W Jefferson Blvd , Fort Wayne 800 745 3000, fwembassytheatre org

20 | Saturday | Billy F. Gibbons

Best known as one-third of the legendary group ZZ Top, Gibbons has also recorded with B B King, Les Paul and Alice Cooper $100/$59/$49 7:30 p m , Ford Theater, Honeywell Center, 275 W Market St , Wabash 260 563 1102, honeywellcenter org

20 | Saturday | Soup Kitchen Fundraiser

Includes music, dancing, silent and live auctions, cash bar, food and snacks $10/person, $25/family, $100/reserved table of eight 7:30 p m -10:30 p m , St Mary Mother of God Church, 1101 Lafayette St , Fort Wayne For tickets call (260) 450-5170 or (260) 424-8231

24 | Wednesday | “Catapult The Magic of Shadow Dance”

Family friendly show featuring performers who work behind a screen to create impossible dancing shadow silhouettes of shapes $30 general admission 7 p m , Fort Wayne Embassy Theatre, 125 W Jefferson Blvd , Fort Wayne 800 745 3000, fwembassytheatre org

26 | Friday | Serving Our Seniors Munch and Movie

Celebrate Halloween and fall fun with a festive seasonal film Free admission 1:30 p m , Life Care Center, 1649 Spy Run Ave , Fort Wayne RSVP to 260 422 8520, lifecarecenteroffortwaynein com

26-30 | Friday-Tuesday | Callithumpian Festival

Halloween celebration with parade, poster painting, fireworks, food Admission a

10/05 United Way @ Turnstone - 3320 N. Clinton, For t Wayne 0/06 Kendallville Fire Depar tment - 304 E. Nor th St., Kendallville

0/08 Parkview Physicians Group Illinois Road - 10515 Illinios Rd., For t Wayne 0/09 Avalon Missionar y Church - 1500 Lower Huntington Rd., For t Wayne

0/12 Francine’s Friends 14th Annual “Lunch with Friends ” Luncheon Allen County War Memorial Coliseum Convention Center, 4000 Parnell Ave, For t Wayne

10/13 lements Message - 10020 Lima Road, Ste D, For t Wayne

10/15 Canterbur y Green Apar tments - 2727 Canterbur y Blvd., For t Wayne

10/17 Kroger - 601 E. Dupont Rd., For t Wayne

10/18 Ruoff Mor tgage - 1700 Magnavox Way, Ste 220, For t Wayne

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Libra (September 23 - Oc tober 22)

You are an affectionate, intelligent and passionate person who is at your best when you are surrounded by the love of family and friends I t is no surprise to learn that what scares you most is the prospect of living your life alone A house full of ghosts won’t frighten you, but you can bet an empty one will

Scorpio (Oc tober 23 - November 21)

You are a deep, dark and complex individual who is tough to figure out Although you often appear aloof about ever ything, in reality you are so sensitive it almost hur ts. No wonder you have trouble expressing your true feelings about anything. Cut yourself some slack this month.

Sagittarius (November 22 - December 21)

You are a gifted escape ar tist who cannot abide enclosed spaces. You are a wild horse who was meant to be free, so it ’s no wonder you k now where ever y trap door is located and can find the loophole in ever y argument But remember, ever yone gets caught once in a while Keep your cool

Capricorn (December 22 - Januar y 19)

You are a work aholic who keeps your nose to the grindstone because you have a paralyzing fear of failure Though your colleagues condemn your tenacity, your slow and steady style will always win the race Don’t change who you are The reward will be wor th it

Aquarius ( Januar y 20 - Februar y 18)

You eschew any k ind of intellectual entrapment Marriage? Forget it Climbing the corporate ladder? You don’t think so Traditional education? You expect life to be your classroom! Your fear of convention is quirk y but it works for you this month Stick with it

Pisces (Februar y 19 - March 20)

Ok ay Peter Pan, we get it You don’t want to grow up The fear of responsibility is all consuming, but you need to balance your inner child with the adult woman that you are. There is nothing wrong with downtime, but it can’t be all the time. Make your bed, clean your room, brush your teeth and get to work!

Aries (March 21 - April 19)

You are a natural warrior but there is one thing you fear more than losing a fight – losing a friend. Unfor tunately, you don’t always realize that a friendship is on the line until it ’s already gone. Don’t antagonize the conflict and learn to put yourself in the other person’s shoes Save the friendship before it ’s too late

Taurus (April 20 - May 20)

The feeling of instability is the fear that keeps you awake at night more than you would like to admit You like to be comfor table and will go to great lengths in order to achieve it Long hours, over time, bargain hunting you name it Ask yourself if your lifestyle is wor th the effor t it takes to maintain it

Gemini (May 21 - June 20)

Yes wait, no hold on, maybe? Your fear of mak ing and committing to a decision is nearly debilitating, and it ’s no wonder your friends are often exasperated with you You change your mind so often that no one really k nows what you think about anything Great for a politician, but no one likes that in a friend

Cancer ( June 21 - July 22)

You have a fear of moving outside your comfor t zone and tr ying new things. You have specific restaurants you like to frequent, cer tain brands you wear, cer tain places you shop…and yet, you wonder why you feel trapped? Do one thing this month that is totally out of character. You’ll be glad you did.

Leo ( July 23 - August 22)

If there is one thing that scares a Leo more than anything else, it is being ignored That is why you always show up to the Halloween par ty wearing the most ostentatious costume in the room You don’t always have to be the belle of the ball Sometimes less is more

Virgo (August 23 - September 22)

As someone who believes in order, you have a fear of chaos An unmade bed signifies a messy house to you and you will drive yourself to distraction mak ing sure ever ything is in its place Still, is your outward per fectionism hiding the real mess inside your own hear t? a