Contributors

Mary Jane Bogle, pictured left New to the LAKElife writer team, meet Mary Jane. An effective wordsmith, she’s also dependable, on-time with deadlines, holds a master’s degree in English Composition + Rhetoric, and she’s a lake lovin’ gypsy at-heart. What’s not to love? Mary Jane has also been visiting Lake Wawasee for most of her life— and even worked the front desk of the old Hotel Oakwood during her summer breaks back in college. To Mary Jane, the lake means time with family— namely her sister (photographed with her on right), three teenage daughters (in the background of the photo), and her husband. Through her many travels in life, including a brief residence in northern Ireland, the lake has remained her constant grounding, so to speak. Mary Jane, we’re thrilled to have you on-board. Thanks for being such a valued part of the LAKElife team.

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Maymie is the professional yin to Sue’s yang, and vice-versa. The publication in your hands is created by the efforts of many, but the camaraderie, teamwork, and collaboration between designer extraordinaire, Maymie, and this publication’s editor is a rare treasure to find. Miss Maymie is a graduate of Purdue University with a bachelor’s degree in Visual Communication Design, she’s worked for The Papers, Inc. (our publisher) for 20+ years, and if you hand her a fishing pole, fish jump from the water in fear. Married to her best pal, Rick, for 29 years, she’s also mom to daughters Megan + Emily, and son Matt. When not designing for LAKElife, Glo Magazine, or Michiana House & Home, she’s likely cooking, traveling with Rick, fishing with Rick, or she’s busily engaged within word puzzles or genealogy. Maymie, you’re simply the best. Thank you for all you do.

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Volume 2 Issue 4 | July 2021 Ron Baumgartner

PUBLISHER

rbaumgartner@the-papers.com Sue Rawlinson-Pais

EXECUTIVE EDITOR

sue@lakelifemagazine.com Deb Patterson

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

dpatterson@the-papers.com Steve Meadows

DIRECTOR OF MARKETING

smeadows@the-papers.com

SALES EXECUTIVES

Susan.Stump@lakelifemagazine.com Carl.Lauster@lakelifemagazine.com Pati.Waters@lakelifemagazine.com Mark.Collins@lakelifemagazine.com

Karen.Johnson@lakelifemagazine.com

Rebecca.Boone@lakelifemagazine.com Melinda.Musselman@lakelifemagazine.com

Lynn.Blanchard@lakelifemagazine.com Dan.Kerlin@lakelifemagazine.com Cathy.Wilson@lakelifemagazine.com Carrie Goralczyk

BUSINESS MANAGER

cgoralczyk@the-papers.com Jerry Long

DIRECTOR OF CIRCULATION

jlong @the-papers.com Maymie Ankrom

GRAPHIC DESIGNER CONTRIBUTING WRITERS:

Ray Balogh, Mary Jane Bogle, Nate Bosch, Lauren Caggiano, Adrienne Daeger, Deborah C. Gerbers, John C. Gill, Kelley Graber, Haiden Hibbert, Heather Holbrook, Mike Petrucelli, Loren Shaum, Christy Smith, Leslie Worthy

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS:

Mike Deak, Arielle Elise Photography, Sue Pais, Emily Worrell, Waters Edge Photography

P.O. Box 188; 206 South Main St. Milford, IN 46542 800.733.4111/Fax 800.886.3796 www.lakelifemagazine.com

Happy Star Spangly July, readers!

Yes, with booming fireworks, sparkly sparklers, and poppers thrown at our feet, we welcome you to the July masthead page— the page that’s only read by me (hi, I’m Sue), my LAKElife proof queens (they’re da-bomb), my mom, and YOU, my Superstar Reader of the Month who understands my delight in the small, rarely-noticed details.

You. Get. Me.

It’s the sweetheart of all issues in this month of red, white, and blue. And if you’re also an all-American, Lee Greenwood music lovin’ peep, eyes leaking at sight of stars ‘n stripes (of course, you are), then we are definitely the coolest of besties.

It’s lake life’s sweet spot in July, when summer’s awesomeness shines like the sun’s brilliance on the water. Wake surfers, skiers, kayakers, and masters of floaty noodles all embrace the freedom of the outdoors and depths of our cool waters. Pontoon sunset cruisin’ packs an extra emotional punch as we watch fireworks over the lakes, and listen to Lee as background to ‘oohs-and-aaahs’ fireworks commentary.

LAKElife is busily publishing, deadlines keep deadlining, community bidnizzes are booming, family reunions are reuniting, cookouts are cooking, and drinks are pouring. Yes, indeed, July is more than just a calendar month; it’s a season of celebration.

We’re so appreciative for the ever-growing support of our readers, and the support and confidence from all our advertising partners who’ve actively joined our journey. You are heard. You are appreciated. You are valued. And you can be my wingman anytime, Maverick.

With lit sparklers in both hands, let’s celebrate. Let’s honor America. Let’s recognize our freedom. Let’s read a lil’ history to ensure we know where we came from to truly honor how far we’ve come. Let’s continue to reconnect with family and friends. And for those keeping track, contests between Ron and Sue have changed direction yet again. As my fingertips are too valuable to continue snapping contests, we’ve progressed to competitive hopscotch.

As you know, LAKElife Magazine is published by your area publishing icon—yes, the one founded by the Baumgartner family, and the same one that has stood the test of time (more than 80 years!). Yep, we’re talking about The Papers Incorporated at 206 S. Main Street, Milford, Indiana, 46542, with Hoppin’ Ron Baumgartner, pant-legs rolled up, tennies tied, and hopscotchin’ about ‘da publishing house with incredible speed, balance, and clever imagination (real chalk outlines are not allowed in the hallways of our publishing house). He’s our leader, and all jokes aside, he’s more aware, alert, and in-charge than an inverted Maverick.

Our office hours are still most definitely 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except for the second Thursday of every week, when we blow off work completely to play hopscotch + throw back a few.

As we are veterans to this publishing fun-fest, it’s important to share this message: ‘It shall be known that all rights whatsoever are reserved and nothing may be reproduced without the written consent of the publisher, who also assumes no responsibility as a result of any information or items advertised herein.’ So, there’s that.

Those interested in contacting us may do so by calling 574.658.4111 or toll-free at 1.800.733.4111.

ADVERTISING INFORMATION

We appreciate every advertiser who joins our journey… without you, there is no us. So, THANK YOU. Not advertising yet, but wanna’ join along? For those who wish to join the rest of us cool cats, we would be happy to put your advertising message before fellow Kosciusko County lake lovin’ residents. To learn how, please contact Steve Meadows, director of marketing, at 574.658.4111 or toll-free at 1.800.733.4111. Or, email him at smeadows@ the-papers.com.

EDITORIAL CONTRIBUTIONS

Editorial suggestions are eagerly welcomed! Please contact Sue at any time (she loves to hear from you!) at sue@lakelifemagazine.com, or send her a text at 260.450.7736.

Letters to the editor may be emailed, and must include your name. Sue LOVES to hear from you! With pilotworthy shades and a horribly oversized flight suit on, she says, “Talk to me, Goose.” Move. Over. Tom. Cruise. Again, contact her at sue@lakelifemagazine.com.

LAKElife Magazine does, indeed, contract with freelance writers, photographers and artists to create much of its content. If you’re interested in joining the journey, reach out to Sue and she’ll be in touch. Again, her email is sue@lakelifemagazine.com. In fact, when in doubt about anything regarding this family-fun-lake publication, reach out to Sue. She’s your hop-scotchin,’ all-American, flag-loving, vet-honoring, lovin’ lake life and all for which it represents go-to flyin’ about in these here parts. No crazy maneuvers, though. Just hops and flip-flops.

Therein concludes our fourth super-secret, informative masthead of the 2021 season… enjoy this July issue. Happy Fourth of July to all of Kosciusko County, Happy Birthday to America, and a very genuine thanks to YOU for reading. Yes, even the small print.