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6 Mr. BC

24 Chamber Corner

Ten of Boulder Creek’s seniors come together to put on a show for charity

26 Smelly Service

8 Headed to Atlanta

Anthem Prep’s Olivia Friedman signs athletic commitment letter

The Forgotten Seventh Amendment

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16 Trial By Fire

Musical Theatre of Anthem announces 2020-21 season

14 Perspective

Brian Tobin hopes to continue Daisy Mountain Fire Department’s success

These projects will brighten anyone’s day

29 Grandma’s Recipes

Connecting with students and staff is important

12 The Next Chapter

Traditions show dynamics among the family

30 Kuma’s Great Adventures

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31 Extraordinary Rides

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22 Defying Her Diagnosis

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36 A Taste for Change

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37 Coronavirus Concerns

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32 Isolation Ideas

20 Giving Gala

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28 Spring Gifts

The Musical Theatre of Anthem in danger of closing

11 Curt’s Corner

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10 Sunrise, Sunset

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Mr. BC

Ten of Boulder Creek’s seniors come together to put on a show for charity

By Emma Suttell One of the community’s largest fundraising efforts returns to Boulder Creek High School on April 24. The annual Mr. BC charity pageant will take the stage and feature 10 senior boys chosen by their teachers to compete.

In a night filled with skits, interview questions and talent performances, Mr. BC raises money for a selected charity. This year it’s Youth For Troops, a youthled nonprofit dedicated to serving veterans, service members and their families. In the past, Mr. BC has raised money for HALO Animal Rescue, Little Kids Rock and the Anthony Bates Foundation.

The boys will compete in four categories, including a group Top row, left to right: Justice Banken, Brendan Baker and Michael Cosiano. Middle row: Jacob Tuttle, Austin Kratz, Chris Barker and Aidan Cosgrove. Bottom row: Anthony Giudice, Jack Maplethorpe and John Hilde. (Submitted photos) dance, talent competition, pop culture impersonation and formal Boulder Creek High School’s main audi- memories of high school were made on the interview. After all of their performances, torium. Tickets can be purchased at the basketball court, specifically this season, the boys will take the stage together for door for $10, or online via a link found on leading BC back into the playoffs. “crowning.”

Boulder Creek student government’s social What makes a good Mr. BC candidate: This year’s titles include Mr. Generosity, media pages.

Someone who has devoted lots of time to Mr. Congeniality, Audience Choice and For the latest updates and information, BC through sports and clubs and is comMr. BC. Each title has different require- you can keep up with Boulder Creek stu- mitted to representing the school in a posiments: Mr. Generosity is won by the boy dent government on social media @bch- tive way throughout the entire community. who raises the most money before the sjagnation. event; Mr. Congeniality—voted on by the Here are the contestants: Justice Banken other contestants—is won by the contestant Activities: Elemenwho is most enjoyable to work with; Audi- Brendan Baker tary Sunday School ence Choice is voted on at the event and Mr. Activities: Student leader, Middle School BC is won by the boy with the highest total government and basSunday School leader, score of the competition. ketball.

NHS and Phoenix Although the event takes place on- Favorite way to Service Projects. campus and is a favorite among students, spend a Friday night: Favorite way to Boulder Creek’s student government en- Going to the gym or spend a Friday night: Playing games and courages the community to get involved as going out and getting food with friends or watching movies with friends. well. The event is often attended by various girlfriend.

Plans after graduation: He’ll study public parents, community members and school Plans after graduation: He’ll attend the policy at Princeton University. staff.

University of Arizona Honors College.

Favorite high school memory: When This year’s show will begin at 7 p.m. in Favorite high school memory: His favorite he presented a history project dressed as

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Queen Elizabeth.

What makes a good Mr. BC candidate: Someone who is compassionate.

Chris Barker Activities: Football and working in the fast-food industry for two years.

Favorite way to spend a Friday night: Shenanigans with friends or managing McDonald’s.

Plans after graduation: He’ll take a year off to buy a house and attend trade school.

Favorite high school memory: One Friday night, he stayed out all night ’til sunrise and came home to his mother waking up and drinking her morning coffee.

What makes a good Mr. BC candidate: Being a kind, considerate and strong leader is what is best for Mr. BC.

Aidan Cosgrove Activities: Art, student government, graphic design, working at the Anthem Golf & Country Club and Keeler’s Neighborhood Steakhouse.

Favorite way to spend a Friday night: Drawing or spending time with my friends and family.

Plans after graduation: He’ll attend ASU for business entrepreneurship and design.

Favorite high school memory: A tie between designing the logo for AASC (Arizona Association of Student Councils) and the entire week of the Jagapalooza Homecoming.

What makes a good Mr. BC Candidate: Someone who strives for greatness in everything they do as well as encourages and empowers others to do the same.

Favorite high school memory: Meeting new people every day and making their day.

What makes a good Mr. BC candidate: Someone who is loved, loyal, truthful and respectful.

Favorite high school memory: Hosting the 2019 Homecoming Assembly.

What makes a good Mr. BC candidate: Someone who interacts with the Boulder Creek community.

Anthony Giudice

Jack Maplethorpe

Activities: Graphic Design Club, church and the Anthem Young Life club.

Favorite way to spend a Friday night: He loves hanging out with his friends, just laughing and having a good time.

Plans after graduation: He will attend Grand Canyon University on the Presidential Scholarship, majoring in graphic design and minoring in marketing.

Favorite high school memory: Homecoming junior year. He and his friend left halfway through the dance, went to McDonald’s and ate 100 chicken nuggets.

What makes a good Mr. BC candidate: A loving personality, is compassionate, and loves doing what is right.

Activities: Musical theater, training and showing in Arabian horse shows and varsity swim team.

Favorite way to spend a Friday night: Spending time with friends or family or working at the ranch.

Plans after graduation: He will attend ASU with a biomedical major and he hopes to continue with med school, studying general surgery.

Favorite high school memory: Spending late nights and long weekends at rehearsals with my fellow students.

What makes a good Mr. BC candidate: Someone who exemplifies the core values of BCHS. They’re a well-rounded student who works hard and cares about their peers.

John Hilde Ac t i v it ie s : B C H S Marching Band and Glendale Community College Band.

Favorite way to spend a Friday night: Spending time with the “boys.”

Plans after graduation: He will attend ASU as an aerospace engineering major and go into the Air Force ROTC. Favorite high school memory: Becoming the best bass clarinet player in Arizona.

What makes a good Mr. BC candidate: Someone who is not afraid of interacting with others and puts others before themselves.

Michael Cosiano

Austin Kratz

Activities: Choir, bowling and playing softball with my mom.

Favorite way to spend a Friday night: With his friends or his girlfriend, maybe go bowling.

Plans after graduation: He wants to attend trade school to become an electrician.

Activities: Student government, National Honor Society, and Fellowship of Christian Athletes.

Favorite way to spend a Friday night: Hanging with my friends Plans after graduation: He will attend GCU to study forensic science

Jacob Tuttle Activities: Varsity soccer, hiking and exploring new places.

Favorite way to spend a Friday night: Going out with the boys, doing spontaneous things and staying up late to make the night last as long as possible.

Plans after graduation: He will attend ASU’s Barrett The Honors College to pursue business entrepreneurship.

Favorite high school memory: Going to MORP freshman year because it was his first dance. He and his friends danced their hearts out all night long.

What makes a good Mr. BC candidate: Someone who has a great personality, is respectful, strives for success, helps those around him, and is creative.

Emma Suttel is a senior at Boulder Creek. You can find more of her work at andthenemma.com.

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Headed to Atlanta

Anthem Prep’s Olivia Friedman signs athletic commitment letter

By Eric Newman Friends, family and Anthem Prep Academy classmates gathered around senior Olivia Friedman as she signed a ceremonial commitment letter recently to play soccer next academic year at Emory University in Atlanta.

The event began with highlights of a past game before coaches, Anthem Prep staff and others sung her praises as a player and a person. They also presented her with a glass frame displaying her No. 22 jersey to enjoy for years to come.

For Friedman, who started Athletic Director Rick Watmore and Olivia Friedman pose with Friedman’s No. 22 jersey. (Photos by Eric Newman) playing soccer at age 4, the ceremony was just one step in a long journey Friedman intends to study forensic science. girls’ soccer team this AIA season, but he toward her dream of playing the sport at the “Emory is a school where I can play soccer, vividly remembers her aggressiveness and next level. but it’s also a great school where soccer is just physical play in a state championship run two “I’ve known this was something I wanted one part of what I’m doing there,” Friedman years ago and a runner-up finish in 2019. to do for a long time,” she says. says.

Exceptional graduates like Friedman serve The Georgia school offered her a spot to Friedman gave off a friendly “aw shucks” as an example of how even those from some of play on a competitive NCAA Division 3 ros- attitude, uncomfortable as any teenager the smallest schools in the area can succeed ter, but also to pursue excellent academics. might be in front of hundreds of eyes in the on the field and at the collegiate level. school’s cafeteria Watmore says he roots for athletes like on signing day. Friedman to succeed, not only as people but Anthem Prep senior Olivia Friedman Anthem Prep Ath- as a testament to the benefits of working hard, signs a ceremonial letter of commitment letic Director Rick regardless of where one does it. to play soccer at Emory University as the Anthem Prep Academy Eagle looks on.

Watmore, though, “I use somebody like her to show potential warns that those parents trying to decide whether or not they who do not know should bring their kids here that they can Friedman like he still play college sports, that they can still be does should beware seen,” he says. of first impressions.

Now with several months off due to the “She’s sma l l, unprecedented soccer break, and hopefully but she’s as tough a successful college athletic and academic as anyone on the career ahead, Friedman can focus on finishfield,” he says. ing her senior year strong. Even more, she is The Eagles did ready to take the pitch for the Emory Eagles. not have enough “I’m excited,” Friedman says. “I want to get players to field a back out there.”

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ARTS

Sunrise, Sunset

The Musical Theatre of Anthem in danger of closing

By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski In December, Musical Theatre of “We were so excited about this Anthem had reason to celebrate. season and one of the shows is The company was awarded a our 100th production, which is $57,000 grant from Virginia G. Piper very special. I’m trying to remain Charitable Trust for the purchase of positive, but as you can imagine upgraded auto, lighting and microit’s hard.” phone equipment.

Musical Theatre of Anthem The funds were used to purchase a is an award-winning, nonprofit more sophisticated and unified systheater company that works to tem that matched the new 110-seat develop youth and adults in the auditorium. performing arts.

“It was a year in the making of The MTA trains and educates getting strict financial reviews and youth so they can become the meeting with the Piper foundation artists, patrons and leaders of toon multiple occasions,” says Jackie morrow while providing opporHammond, the MTA’s producing tunities to adults that empower artistic director. “We couldn’t bethem and foster their creativity. lieve how lucky we were to be the The MTA is supported in part recipient. by the Arizona Commission on “The sound is enhanced. The the Arts, which receives supclarity of the sound in general is port from the state of Arizona 10 times better, if not 100 times Jackie and Jeff Hammond founded Musical Theatre of An- and the National Endowment them. (Photo courtesy Musical Theatre of Anthem) better. The lighting really gives us for the Arts. more options for back lighting, and upgraded lighting in Right now, though, Hammond says she doesn’t have general. It gives us more color options. There aren’t any the ability to pay her staff, rent or utilities. dead spots on stage.”

“We have no money coming in, except from our doBut all of that could change, thanks to COVID-19, nors,” she says. “Our operating expenses are $400,000. If coronavirus. Musical Theatre of Anthem closed its pro- we can’t get kids in the doors, we can’t run our company duction of “The Wizard of Oz,” shorting the company at all. It’s terrible that it’s happening.” of its ticket and merchandise profits. The third-party As a result, Musical Theatre of Anthem is looking for ticketing system it uses, Brown Paper Tickets, refuses donations. “No donation is too small,” she says. “When to release $8,300 of its money, Hammond says. it’s time to open our doors again—and hopefully we “We were doing so great and now we’re in danger of will—hopefully new kids who haven’t participated will closing,” Hammond says. “After a wonderful grant and come. We need help to get through this time, though.” an exciting upcoming season, we will close if we can’t To donate, visit musicaltheatreofanthem.org/donate. get back on our feet. We’ll lose $50,000 if we’re dark html or call 623-336-6001. See related story, page 12. for eight weeks.

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By Dr. Curtis Finch, Deer Valley Unified School District Superintendent “Who are you?” is the first question I receive from students when I step into a classroom at Deer Valley Unified School District on one of my 500 classroom visits a year. Now that I have visited over 1,500 classrooms the last three years, I also hear, “You were in my classroom last year!”

There are four main reasons why I visit at least 500 classrooms each school year: 1) connect with the staff in each building; 2) capture a pulse of the teaching and learning process in the district; 3) witness students learning in their natural environment; and 4) model employee-focused behavior for campus leaders.

For years, I have repeated, “A good principal is a hallway principal, but a great principal is a classroom principal,” and classroom visits model this behavior, highlighting the importance of connection to staff and students.

I am a big fan of best-selling author Daniel Pink’s work on human engagement; he has been writing on this topic for decades and his research could not be more pertinent for today’s employees, parents and students.

As the Greatest Generation retires in record numbers and millennials join the workforce at that same pace, the work environment is ever evolving. Pink’s research is right in line with what the millennials want from work, parents want from children, and students want from school—purpose. All desire to know if I am making a difference, adding meaning to my life and/or improving the lives of others. As parents (or grandparents)

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If you desire to improve your company’s bottom line, your student’s perception of education or your personal value at work, ask this simple question: Am I valuing the importance of my co-workers, bosses, teachers and support-staff members for the betterment of themselves and society by unselfishly giving time and energy to them? If you can answer this question with a definitive “yes,” then you will find the meaning of your journey—a purpose-filled life. So, why do I visit at least 500 classrooms a year? To show students, staff and parents that education is important. It gives us purpose for improving the world around us.

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The Next Chapter

Musical Theatre of Anthem announces 2020-21 season

By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski For the Musical Theatre of Anthem’s “lucky” 13th season, the company will bring to the stage new performances sure to delight patrons of all ages.

MTA will produce eight shows offering tremendous opportunities for performers of all ages, including casting all youth who audition in productions for those ages 6 to 19, as well as opportunities for adult actors.

“I am so thankful for all of the support from everyone involved at MTA and am really excited to head into our 13th season,” says Jackie Hammond, MTA board member and producing artistic director.

“We are really looking forward to bringing Disney’s ‘Moana Jr.’ to life on stage. We also have a number of crowd family favorites, including Disney’s ‘Aladdin Kids’ and Disney’s ‘Alice in Wonderland Jr.’ Stephen Schwartz’s ‘Godspell’ will be one of the largest productions of our season, and we are honored to be celebrating our 100th show with the timeless classic ‘Our Town,’ sponsored by Evon Kishbaugh, in memory of Lyle Kishbaugh, one of MTA’s founding board members. We are looking forward to an incredible season of shows, workshops, training and more.”

The Musical Theatre of Anthem’s performances are held at 42201 N. 41st Drive, Suite B100, Anthem. For more information, call 623-336-6001 or visit musicaltheatreofanthem.org.

Here are next season’s offerings.

“Moana Jr.” Ages: 8 to 18 (all youth are cast) Auditions: July 19 Performances: July 30 to August 1 Disney’s “Moana Jr.” is a musical adaptation of the 2016 Disney animated film, bringing the adventures of Moana and her village of Motunui to life onstage. “Moana Jr.” features all the beloved songs from the film, written by Tony-, Grammy-, Emmy- and Pu-

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litzer Prize-winning composer Lin-Manuel Miranda, Opetaia Foa’i and Mark Mancina.

This heartwarming coming-of-age story follows the strong-willed Moana as she sets sail across the Pacific to save her village and discover the truth about her heritage. Moana and the legendary demigod Maui embark on an epic journey of self-discovery and camaraderie as both learn to harness the power that lies within. With empowering messages of bravery and selflessness, “Moana Jr.” is sure to bring out the hero within each of us.

“Alice in Wonderland Jr.” Ages: 6 to 18 (all youth are cast) Auditions: August 8 to August 9 Performances: September 17 to September 20 Travel down the rabbit hole and join Alice, one of literature’s most beloved heroines, in her madcap adventures. Featuring updated songs from Disney’s animated motion picture, “Alice in Wonderland Jr.” is a fast-paced take on the classic tale.

Alice’s journey begins innocently enough as she chases the White Rabbit. Her adventures become increasingly stranger as she races the Dodo Bird, gets tied up with Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum, raps with a bubbleblowing Caterpillar and beats the Queen of Hearts at her own game.

“Junie B. Jones The Musical Jr.” Ages: 6 to 14 (all youth are cast) Auditions: October 3 to October 4 Performances: November 12 to November 15 “Junie B. Jones The Musical Jr. is an adaptation of four of Barbara Park’s best-selling books brought to life. Join Junie B. on her first day of first grade, where many changes are in store: Junie’s best friend Lucille has found new best friends, and Junie B. makes friends with Herb, the new kid at school. While in

“Aladdin Kids” will send audiences soaring on a flying carpet ride filled with romance and adventure. (Photos courtesy Musical Theatre of Anthem)

Mr. Scary’s class, Junie has trouble reading the blackboard and she may need glasses. Add in a friendly cafeteria lady, an intense kickball tournament and a “top secret personal beeswax journal” and first grade has never been more exciting.

“Our Town” Ages: 15 to adult (all youth ages 15-19 cast) Auditions: October 3 and October 4 Performances: December 3 to December 6 The story follows the small town of Grover’s Corners through three acts: “Daily Life,” “Love and Marriage” and “Death and Eternity.” Audiences follow the Webb and Gibbs families as their children fall in love, marry and eventually—in one of the most famous scenes in American theater—die. Thornton Wilder’s final word on how he wanted his play performed is an invaluable addition to the American stage and to the libraries of theater lovers internationally.

“Aladdin Kids” Ages: 6 to 12 (all youth are cast) Auditions: January 9 and January 10 Performances: March 25 to March 28 Based on the iconic animated film, with an Academy Award-winning score by Alan Menken, Howard Ashman and Tim Rice, Disney’s “Aladdin Kids” will send audiences soaring on a flying carpet ride filled with romance and adventure. When street

urchin Aladdin vies for the attention of the beautiful princess Jasmine, he uses a genie’s magic power to become a prince to marry her. Specific to Disney’s “Aladdin Kids” are the Djinn, a group of unique stage magicians who execute the show’s magical moments.

his fast-paced, preteen New York City life and plopped into a sleepy Indiana town following his parents’ divorce. Surrounded by an array of simpleminded middle school students, he needs to establish his place in the popularity pecking order. Can he situate himself on a comfortable link of the food chain, or will he dangle at the end with the outcasts?

“Godspell” Ages: 15 to adult (all youth ages 15-19 cast) Auditions: January 9 to January 10 Performances: April 8 to April 18 “Godspell” was the first major musical theater offering from three-time Grammy and Academy Award winner Stephen Schwartz (“Wicked,” “Pippin,” “Children of Eden”).

Led by the international hit “Day by Day,” “Godspell” features a parade of beloved songs.

A small group of people helps Jesus Christ tell different parables by using a wide variety of games, storytelling techniques and hefty doses of comic timing. An eclectic blend of songs, ranging in style from pop to vaudeville, is employed as the story of Jesus’ life dances across the stage. Dissolving hauntingly into the Last Supper and the Crucifixion, Jesus’ messages of kindness, tolerance and love

“School House Rock Live Jr.” The Emmy Award-winning Saturday morning educational cartoon series “School House Rock Live Jr.” returns to the Musical Theatre of Anthem stage.

come to life.

“13” Ages: 12 to 15 adult (all youth are cast) Auditions: January 9 and January 10 Performances: April 29 to May 8 Geek. Poser. Jock. Beauty Queen. Wannabe. These are the labels that can last a lifetime. With an unforgettable rock score from Tony Award-winning composer Jason Robert Brown, “13” is a musical about fitting in and standing out. Evan Goldman is plucked from

Ages: 8 to 15 (all youth are cast) Auditions: June 7 Performances: June 17 to June 19 The Emmy Award-winning Saturday morning educational cartoon series and pop culture phenomenon is now the basis for a musical. “School House Rock Live Jr.” follows Tom, a young schoolteacher who is nervous about his first day of teaching. He tries to relax by watching TV, when various characters representing facets of his personality emerge from the set and show him how to win his students over with imagination and music. Memorable songs like “Just a Bill,” “Lolly, Lolly, Lolly” and “Conjunction Junction” bring his lesson plans vividly to life.

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The Forgotten Seventh Amendment Do jury trials apply to civil lawsuits?

By Judge Gerald A. Williams, North Valley Justice Court Most people remember something from school about the Bill of Rights. Most are equally familiar with at least the concepts detailed in the First Amendment and in the Second Amendment. Others may recall that the Fourth Amendment has something to do with searches and seizures and that the Fifth Amendment has something to do with not being forced to testify against yourself. But what about the other constitutional amendments?

Few of us could answer many questions about the Seventh Amendment. Does it prohibit the government from giving a loan to a corporation or did I just make that up?

The Seventh Amendment states in civil lawsuits, where the claim being disputed is over $20, that either side can request a jury trial. There are, however, limits on this right.

For example, the U.S. Supreme Court has held that the Seventh Amendment preserves the right to a jury trial as it existed in 1791; as such, it may not apply to newer types of lawsuits.

When President Truman signed the legislation adopting the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) in 1946, it contained a requirement

that any case that makes it to trial must be tried only to a federal judge and not to a jury. This remains the law today.

The FTCA is the primary vehicle for filing a claim and then a lawsuit against the federal government for the negligent actions of a federal employee. Unless Congress changes the law, the Seventh Amendment’s right to a jury trial does not apply to these types of cases.

The federal government gets to make the rules concerning FTCA cases based on a legal principal known as sovereign immunity.

The doctrine of sovereign immunity states that a government can only be sued to the extent that it has agreed to be sued. Only the legislative branch can formalize this type of consent. This concept is based on British common law and a belief that a king or queen cannot be subject to lawsuits because as a sovereign they could do no wrong.

In our modern society, civil jury trials

Justice court jury trials Justice courts do not have people coming to a courthouse every day in case they are needed for a jury trial. We follow a jury trial on demand system and only request potential jury members if the judge believes a jury trial will actually occur.

For civil and criminal jury trials, justice courts in Maricopa County depend on the Superior Court Jury Office to send out jury summons to potential jury members.

More information is available at superiorcourt.maricopa.gov/jury.

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This system requires advance notice for everyone involved. Justice Court Rule of Civil Procedure Rule 133(b) requires that a party request a trial by jury at least 10 days before the scheduled trial date.

However, if you want a jury trial, you should request one much sooner and no later than at the time of the pre-trial conference. If you wait until 10 days before trial, the case may be delayed and the judge may become frustrated.

are increasingly rare. Some of the reasons for this involve the explosion of Alternative Dispute Resolution. The trend is to resolve disputes without going to a courthouse. Most consumer contracts require people to waive their rights to judicial adjudication and to go to arbitration instead. Lawsuits, perhaps especially jury trials, can also be very expensive.

As a judge, I receive approximately 520 cases each month that would be eligible for a civil jury trial. While I obviously do not want each of them to be resolved by a jury trial, I am concerned that we have not had a civil jury trial in my court in a few years.

Voting and serving on a jury are the two most likely ways for an average citizen to be called on to participate in our government. Jury trials perform an important function and can keep problems that need to be exposed in a public courtroom from being hidden through nondisclosure agreements.

Probably nobody spends much time pondering the significance of the Seventh Amendment; but perhaps we should.

Judge Gerald A. Williams is the justice of the peace for the North Valley Justice Court. The court’s jurisdiction includes Anthem and Desert Hills.

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Brian Tobin hopes to continue Daisy Mountain Fire Department’s success

By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

Brian Tobin considers himself fortunate.

After 36 years with the Phoenix Fire Department, Tobin was recently named the Daisy Mountain Fire & Medical fire chief.

“I was lucky,” Tobin says. “I was pretty young—19—when I was hired by the fire department.”

Tobin also enjoys helping others when they’re in dire need of help.

“There’s instant gratification from being able to help,” Tobin says. “Our help produces results right away. I think that’s what makes it the best possible occupation. The other thing I enjoy is the brotherhood—the camaraderie of our second family in the first service. It goes beyond people you’ve ever met.”

Daisy Mountain Fire & Medical covers approximately 210 square miles. With 118 full-time employees, five fire stations and an annual budget of more than $19 million, the district encompasses New River, Desert Hills, Anthem and Black Canyon City. This includes a dangerous 35-mile stretch of I-17 from Carefree Highway to Badger Springs Road. In 2018, district personnel responded to nearly 4,000 emergency calls.

Tobin moved to the Valley at age 14 from New York City, where his father retired as a lieutenant from the NYPD. Tobin was also inspired by a distant uncle who was a New York firefighter who died in the line of duty.

“I was inspired the most by my neighbor who was a volunteer in Long Island, where we lived,” Tobin adds.

“I saw him going up and down the street with the blue light on. To be corny, I was also inspired by TV shows that were just starting at the time that portrayed firefighters in the EMS field. ‘Emergency!’ was inspiring for a young kid to be watching.

“There were plenty of police shows, like ‘Adam-12,’ ‘Dragnet’ and ‘Perry Mason.’

‘Emergency!’ was the first one that empha-

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Union advocate

Brian Tobin was recently named the Daisy Mountain Fire & Medical fire chief. (Submitted photo)

sized the fire service.”

Tobin’s interest in working with firefighters began when he was 15. While working as a member of the Phoenix Fire Cadet program, Tobin assisted the Phoenix Fire Fighters Union during the binding arbitration campaign.

Two years after graduating from Paradise Valley High School in 1981, he was hired by the PFD. Concurrently, he went on to earn an AAS degree from Phoenix College in 1995 and a bachelor’s degree from National Labor College in 2001 Summa Cum Laude. He also graduated in 2002 from the Harvard University Trade Union Program in Cambridge, Massachusetts. In 2004, he earned a master’s degree in legal and ethical studies at the University of Baltimore Program on campus at the George Meany Center in Silver Spring, Maryland, in June 2004.

Once he became a Phoenix firefighter he immediately went to work for the union in the fight against Rural/Metro in Scottsdale.

Tobin’s interest in looking out for the members continued to grow, serving a one-year term as a trustee on the Board of the Phoenix Firefighters Pension Bonus plan in 1986. This experience would later serve to help him in his work as a member of the Phoenix Pension Board as well as a trustee of the Phoenix Firefighters Health Insurance Trust Fund since the 1990s.

Tobin served on every negotiating committee from 1988 to 2004. Through a good bit of original thinking and costing, Tobin figured out a reasonable and affordable method to gain more time off for the Phoenix members without losing pay or benefits. Tobin conceived a method that would incrementally over a period of time do the following: reduce the hours worked, hire more firefighters and create a system to choose your days off based on seniority. This was done without a reduction in pay or benefits and was made affordable for the city at the same time. Tobin’s concept came to fruition and is now known fondly amongst Phoenix Fire Fighters as “Tobin Days.”

On a local level, the mayor and council appointed Tobin to serve on the Community Development Block Grant Committee from 1997 to 2000. He helped community groups and neighborhoods receive help from these government grants.

After 9/11, IAFF General President Harold Schaitberger summoned Tobin with other Local 493 officers to assist fallen peers in the FDNY. Brian assisted in setting up and implementing the UFA and UFOA Delegate Support Center, which supported the unions’ programs in distributing $160 million from the New York 9/11 Firefighters Disaster Relief Fund. At the 2002 Biennial Convention in Las

Vegas, Tobin was appointed by IAFF District Vice President James Ferguson to represent the 10th District on the policy committee.

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New position Tobin worked his way up through the ranks since he joined the PFD in 1983. He was promoted to fire captain in 1994 and named battalion chief in 2004. From November 2010 to April 2011, Tobin served as interim fire chief for Daisy Mountain, giving him a unique perspective before stepping into the role of chief.

“To say I am humbled and excited about what lies ahead is a heck of an understatement,” says Tobin, who is divorced with an 11-year-old son and 16-year-old daughter.

Daisy Mountain Board Chairman Brian Moore calls Tobin “as fine a leader as anyone in the first service anywhere in the country.

“In Chief Tobin, we have a leader who has seen it all during his career. He was on a fire truck for many years and he’s a consummate professional when it comes to tactics and emergency rescues. At the same time, he also understands the need to steward taxpayer dollars and make sure that Daisy Mountain takes care of our bottom line. He’s absolutely the right person to take our department into the next decade.”

Tobin, who started the first week of January, worked alongside then-chief Mark Nichols for a few months to ensure a seamless transition.

Moore thanked Nichols for his eight years of service to the people of Daisy Mountain.

“Mark did great work for us, including leading us through the consolidation with Black Canyon City and helping the district improve our financial situation. We wish him all the best as he shifts gears into retirement.”

When asked what he hopes to accomplish with Daisy Mountain Fire & Medical District, Tobin was complimentary of Nichols, who retired in January.

“I’m blessed because the previous chief, Mark Nichols, did such a great job,” Tobin says.

“The district is in a really good position in terms of finances and service delivery. There are a lot of really great things that are happening right now. My goals would be to use my experience and my education to develop others—the members of the department—to make them better. So, when I leave, someone from here will be able to be the fire chief.”

Tobin says the district has its own sets of challenges, however.

“It’s a huge wildland urban interface for brush fires,” he says. “That’s a really big challenge, particularly considering the rainfall. We’re uniquely qualified for that challenge, though. Everyone is a certified wildland firefighter. The previous chief has things set up really well.

“They’re a great staff and they’re prepared for the things they need to do. The challenge is resources. Daisy Mountain has five fire stations and five fire trucks, one at each station. They also have three ambulances spread out. From a resource perspective, when incidents happen, we try and manage with the resources we have. We receive assistance when we need it from the automatic aid system. Every city in Maricopa County is a part of it. That’s a huge advantage.”

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IN HIGH DEMAND North Valley real estate market surges as views and amenities draw in new residents

By Laura Latzko The North Valley’s growing popularity, especially in Anthem, Tramonto, New River and Desert Hills, has meant that the real estate market cannot keep up with demand.

The desire for a better lifestyle, with outdoor activities and amenities, has and continues to attract people to the area.

With the high demand in those areas, buyers may have to consider older homes, built in the last 20 years.

Moving into the area can be challenging because of the housing supply. Jill Tetsell of the Tetsell Team says in mid-March, less than 100 homes in Anthem were on the market.

Tramonto, New River and Desert Hills only had around 60 active listings.

“We don’t have a lot of inventory to show people. That’s probably one of our biggest challenges right now,” she says.

Those interested in homes have to be ready to quickly make offers.

Jill’s husband, Dick Tetsell, says the sales price is often more than the original asking price.

“It’s very competitive, and buyers need to be prequalified and ready to get into a house and meet the demands of the seller,” Dick says.

The Tetsells moved to the area in 2004.

Dick started working full time in real estate in 2005, and Jill entered the industry full time five years later.

They were drawn to Anthem because of its small-town feel.

“When I first started in the real estate business, one of the things I was looking for was a community where we could be active with local businesses, other entities and charities—

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Jill and Dick Tetsell of the Tetsell Team.

just be part of the community,” Dick says.

With the competitive real estate market, getting listings can be challenging. Jill says they build relationships with buyers and sellers to help with this.

“We are very thankful that we get a lot of referrals and repeat clients, and we are very active and involved in our community. It definitely helps that people know who we are,” Jill says.

Many area real estate agents, including the Tetsells, also live there.

Wife-and-husband team Lisa and Dennis Jones of the DL Jones Home Team reside there as well. They have lived in Anthem for 20 years. In 1999, Lisa was part of the original start-up team for Anthem. Dennis has worked in real estate for 20 years, and Lisa has been a

Realtor for 16 years.

Dennis and Lisa have watched Anthem transform over the last 20 years.

“I can recall driving up to Anthem in 1999 and 2000, when there were about 150 homes here and about 250 people living here. It’s gone from that to 12,000 living residences and 30,000 people living here. Plus, all of the land between the 101 and Anthem has filled in with new commercial and residential development. What was once pretty desolate is now a very thriving area,” Dennis says.

Jill says Anthem offers different home sizes that cater to various demographics, including winter visitors and retirees. As a whole, 85086 has everything from horse properties to homes in master-planned communities.

Parkside tends to attract families looking for close-knit communities and schools for their kids. Those wanting to live in a resortstyle environment with amenities such as swimming pools and golf courses often gravitate toward Anthem Golf and Country Club.

Certain areas, such as Desert Hills and New River, offer properties where homeowners can have horses.

“There’s quite a variety of housing, which meets a lot of buyers’ needs,” Lisa says.

Recently, some homebuyers have been purchasing four to five parcels of land in Desert Hills, subdividing it into 1-acre lots and building single-family homes on each lot to make small cul-de-sacs.

Another trend has multigenerational homes, such as next-gen homes, with separate living areas for extended families. This type of housing caters to those who have older par-

ents, adult children or other family Lisa and Dennis Jones of the DL Jones Home Team. members living with them.

“Multigenerationa l liv ing stemmed from the economic crisis, when families had to really band together. Many of them combined incomes and moved in together to survive. They realized they could cohabitate if they had their own independent living spaces,” Lisa says.

The biggest development, Anthem, has amenities for people of different ages, including a community center with pickleball courts, a water park, day care, fitness classes, basketball and volleyball courts, and rock climbing. The city also offers softball fields, skate and dog parks, a roller hockey rink and playgrounds. thousand dollars, right? What I see is a shift “Buying a home is more than just the house. in what buyers focus on when they look at It’s the neighborhood, the location of the homes,” Dennis says. neighborhood, what’s available to you close “Many of the shows on TV have taught by, if there are any fees and what’s included buyers the importance of looking at a home’s in those fees,” Dennis says. condition, the plumbing, the air-conditioning For those who enjoy the outdoors, the area systems and overall maintenance by the curoffers hiking and biking trails and close prox- rent owner. And when it comes to interior and imity to boating, swimming, canoeing and exterior finishes, people want what they saw kayaking at Lake Pleasant Regional Park. on TV. I call it ‘the HGTV effect.’”

The North Valley also has other important Homes built 15 to 20 years ago are now businesses such as grocery stores, car repair needing upgrades. This can impact the home shops, medical offices, banks, restaurants, price. post offices and a county library. A hospital “Sellers are learning they can’t ask the is under construction on Dove Valley Road. same price for a dated home when there are “There are a lot of things we have to offer in similar homes on the market at that price Anthem that I think are important for people that have been updated,” Dennis says. “We because they know they don’t have to drive 45 are constantly having this conversation with minutes to get something that they need or homesellers when they price their homes, bewant on a regular basis,” Jill says. cause a buyer is going to come in and expect Although areas such as Anthem, Tramonto perfection if the home is priced at the top of and New River have grown, they have main- the price range. That may mean new flooring, tained a small Midwestern feel, where people new kitchen cabinets, a new roof and a new know each other.

HVAC system.”

“A lot of people who move to Anthem from At the moment, conditions are favorable Phoenix tell us they never knew their neigh- for homebuyers. Lisa says right now interest bors. Here, you can spend hours at the grocery rates are near historic lows. store, running into people that you know on Lenders and mortgage companies are offeralmost every aisle,” Lisa says. ing programs that make it easier for buyers to Lisa and Dennis have found buyers have get into homes more quickly. become choosier about details, such as the “People often want to save money for a futype of flooring or cabinetry in a home. ture home purchase. Lenders and mortgage “Buyers are becoming very specific. Some companies understand these buyer habits and agents say buyers are picky. I don’t mean offer low down-payment programs to allow that in a bad way. People are allowed to be people to buy today and avoid the price inpicky when they’re spending a few hundred creases we may see the next few years,” Den-

nis says.

The prices in Anthem offer a snapshot of what homes cost in 85086.

Anthem has a range of different options, including homes that range from 1,000 to 5,000 square feet.

These homes run anywhere from $350,000 to $730,000 in Parkside and $263,000 to over $1 million in Anthem Golf and Country Club.

Some homes come with added costs, such as homeowners association fees.

Homes in Anthem and Tramonto are within these HOAs, while other areas, such as Desert Hills, are not governed by HOAs. Dennis says HOA fees may seem daunting at first, but living in these areas can save residents on costs such as health club or golf fees.

Although the North Valley can be a commute for people who work in other parts of the Valley, the views and lifestyle outweigh the drive.

“We see many people choose to live in a North Valley community like Anthem where there is a great quality of life and lifestyle, even if it means they have a longer commute to work. Their decision is focused more on where they want to spend their free time and raise their family,” Dennis says.

Lisa says for many buyers the views are an important draw.

“The North Valley topography is beautiful and very different from the Valley floor. We have stunning mountains and foothills in view from many home communities,” Lisa says.

Residents who have lived in other states, such as California, often don’t find the commute to be a challenge. Many locals own their own businesses or work from home.

For those who have cabins or second homes in places such a Prescott or Flagstaff, living in the North Valley can make their weekend drive much easier.

“I’ve helped people from Glendale, Phoenix, Scottsdale and Peoria move to Anthem to be closer to their summer getaways. Living in 85086 allows for quicker access to Northern Arizona and the cooler summer temperatures,” Lisa says.

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Giving Gala

32nd Annual Crozier Gala moved to October 24

Gala season is in full swing in the Valley of the Sun. While there are many philanthropic events slated, The Crozier Gala is one of the most anticipated of the year.

The 32nd annual Crozier Gala, originally scheduled for Saturday, April 25, at the Hyatt Regency Scottsdale at Gainey Ranch, was moved to Saturday, October 24. It's the major annual fundraiser for the Catholic Community Foundation. This year’s theme, Keeping the Faith, is a reminder that even in troubled global times, we can act locally to make a difference.

“We’re very excited that this year we have a Million Dollar Match program,” says Jill O’Sullivan, 2020 Crozier Gala chairwoman.

“All proceeds from the gala will be matched by 50%.”

The proceeds from the Crozier Gala go to provide grants to local organizations that support the community in the areas of evangelization and sanctity of life, health and wellness, classroom needs, youth programs, art and culture, and work among the poor.

The gala helps fund nonprofits like Maggie’s Place, which provides housing and support for pregnant and parenting women. One re-

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cent woman who benefited from the Catholic Community Foundation’s support of Maggie’s Place reflected on how the organization changed her life.

“When I first got to Maggie’s Place, I was desperate and had no hope for my life. I had no future,” says the woman, who chose to remain anonymous.

“I was thinking, ‘This is the end of my life.’ How could I take care of my baby if I couldn’t take care of myself? When I came to the house, I didn’t have anything. I only had my clothes and my shoes. At Maggie’s Place, my life changed. Maggie’s Place gave me hope that I could have a good life. Counseling encouraged me to change my mind and think positively. I started to think, “I can go back to school, I can find a job and I can take care of me and my baby.” I saw myself becoming a strong woman who could handle anything and who could resolve all the issues in my life.”

Money raised from a silent auction at the gala is also used for a need-based scholarship program designed to open access to Catholic education to all. The program funds two $17,000 scholarships at each Catholic elementary school in the Phoenix Diocese. Any re-

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maining funds are used to support the foundation’s ongoing programming.

This year’s silent auction items will no doubt spur a lot of competition. Experiential packages like the “Wine and Dine Me,” where the winner and five friends will take a fourcourse, wine-paired culinary journey in the open chef’s kitchen at SWB at the Hyatt, are expected to be popular.

The black-tie event features Curtis Martin, founder of FOCUS Ministries, as the keynote speaker. FOCUS Ministries was founded in 1998 to reach and serve college students. Today there are hundreds of missionaries on campuses throughout the country. Martin is the author of the best-selling book “Made for More.”

Guests can dance the night away with music provided by Arizona country rock band Mogollon.

Individual tickets are $350, with a limited number of young professional tickets reserved for those younger than 35 available for $200.

Sponsorship and underwriting opportunities are available from $3,000 to $50,000. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit ccfphx.org/crozier.

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Defying Her Diagnosis Author Lorraine Bossé-Smith recounts health battles in new book

By Jordan Houston Lorraine Bossé-Smith knows the meaning of perseverance.

Between balancing 80-hour work weeks in corporate America, an abusive relationship and her mother’s death, the Tramonto resident was at her breaking point—and then her health took a turn for the worst.

After years of battling debilitating symptoms, Bossé-Smith was diagnosed with Lyme disease, a multisystem inflammatory disease caused by deer ticks. Not long after, she faced rheumatoid arthritis, which causes the immune system to attack the body’s tissues.

“Hearing you have an incurable disease leaves you with an array of emotions,” BosséSmith recalls.

Now, the author and business consultant is sharing her recoveries—and how she found strength through adversity—in the hopes of inspiring others.

In her latest book, “Defy Your Diagnosis: Overcome Any Obstacle,” Bossé-Smith details how she conquered devastating life setbacks—from friendship betrayals, to abuse, career heartaches and chronic pain—to find inner peace and happiness.

“This book is for all the people who have been told they aren’t enough,” Bossé-Smith shares. “(Those) who experienced painful relationship breakups; who have been diagnosed with a disease and deal with chronic pain; who have lost their way and want to get their life back.”

Through an authentic yet funny and practical approach, “Defy Your Diagnosis” highlights what Bossé-Smith calls the FIT Life Formula.

The formula is a method she used to not just cope with her struggles, but conquer them.

“Without knowing it, I began creating a formula for overcoming any obstacle that I now call the FIT Life Formula: a foundation in faith, insights into personal development, and tackling the tough stuff,” the author explains.

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nosis,” she adds.

Through her FIT Leader Foundation, Bossé-Smith offers The FIT Leader Forum, an exclusive membership for executives looking to turn their defeats into triumphs, she explains.

The forum allows participants to give and receive “intelligent and relevant feedback” from a wide range of experiences and backgrounds, according to the foundation website, while providing a “proven formula” for monthly strategy meetings designed to look at critical aspects of business and create real solutions.

“My FIT Life Formula is how I defied every diagnosis thrown at me, and any person who needs victory can benefit from the principles I outline in my book,” Bossé-Smith shares. “In my business, I inspire and encourage people to live their best life by offering coaching, leadership development, dynamic trainings, professional recruiting, and resources such as my books and DVDs. “My goal is to transform lives by helping them defy their diagnosis.”

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In 1999, BosséSmith began experiencing strange symptoms.

She struggled with excruciating joint pain and swel l i ng—a f ter about nine months, the author could barely hold a glass of water in her hand.

“I had the classic Lorraine Bossé-Smith has flu-like symptoms battled Lyme disease and immediately upon rheumatoid arthritis. Her book “Defy Your Diagnosis” is set being exposed to for release on April 7. (Photos and covered in courtesy Lorraine Bossé-Smith) ticks,” she recalls.

“As the disease progressed, I experienced incredible pain and swelling of all my joints, muscle fatigue to the point of being unable to walk up a flight of stairs, mental fog, horrible night sweats, sensitivity to light and sound.”

After six years of frustration, Bossé-Smith was finally diagnosed with Lyme disease in 2006. Lyme disease is an infection caused by a bacterium in deer ticks and manifests itself as a multisystem inflammatory disorder.

In its early, localized stage, the disease primarily affects the skin before spreading to the joints, nervous system and other organ systems.

In 2010, Bossé-Smith reached a new milestone when all of her tests came back clean.

“As crazy as it sounds, after living with pain for over nine years, I chose to run a marathon to celebrate,” she says. “I didn’t break any speed records, but my goal was to run pain free.

“I enjoyed being able to do something doctor’s told me I never would do again—it was a victory run.”

But by 2012, she was back in the doctor’s office—this time facing a new disorder.

Bossé-Smith learned she had rheumatoid arthritis, a chronic inflammatory disease that affects the lining of the joints.

The condition causes a painful swelling, which can eventually result in bone erosion and joint deformity, and can damage a wide variety of body systems, including the skin, eyes, lungs, heart and blood vessels.

“As a result of my hyper-immune system, I ended up with rheumatoid arthritis,” Bossé-Smith says.

But, with the help of her life formula, Bossé-Smith managed to defy her diagnoses and has a clean bill of health.

With some outside encouragement, she started writing the script for her book in 2015, but “Defy Your Diagnosis” didn’t come to fruition until a few years later, she explains.

“It sat for a couple of years until I realized I had to be brave enough to title the book ‘Defy Your Diagnosis’ because that is what I have done,” Bossé-Smith says.

Having written eight books prior, this was not the author’s first rodeo—but it wasn’t easy.

Bossé-Smith says writing “Defy” required her to relive some of her darkest moments. “(It) was a process of going back, and that was painful at times,” she recounts. “It brought up a lot of emotions, but I think in the end, that makes the book real and authentic.

“As I shared about my many challenges, I was reminded that all my scars—physical and emotional—are reminders of my success… my ability to overcome any obstacle thrown at me.”

Her latest book will be released on April 7 and can be purchased online at lorrainebosse-smith.com.

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Smelly Service

Adam and Alisha Johnson are grateful for their Doody Defense clients

By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski Adam and Alisha Johnson feel for their customers. The Anthem couple who founded Doody Defense Pet Services are animal lovers who just want what’s best for their clients.

They clean animal waste from customers’ back yards, but it goes beyond that. The Johnsons watch animals in their clients’ or their own homes. They rid backyards of pet odors and custom build crates. The couple even educates their clients.

“Most of our competitors are in and out of back yards in 10 minutes,” he says. “Our average is 15 to 45 minutes, depending on what we’re walking into. We built the value of the business.

We see trash in a back yard or front yard, we clean the trash.

We sweep the rocks.

“If we feel like your patio needs Brad Maher, left, Connor Johnson, 8, Alisha Johnson, Adam Johnson and Grace Hathaway. They are Doody Defense Pet Services, based in Anthem. (Photos by Pablo Robles) to be rinsed, we’ll do it for free. If there’s a dog bowl that’s empty, we’ll fill it with Adam perfected his customer service skills wanted to offer a wide variety of pet services, water. If a dog is digging a hole, we’ll fill the working in a big-box grocery store since he including educating our clients on the imhole. I mean, I’m already there. It just takes was 18. He worked his way up to management portance of having a healthy, clean backyard. me a minute to go the extra mile.” because of his friendly nature.

“For example, did you know one gram of Doody Defense Pet Services covers a wide “During those years, I would see custom- fecal matter can carry 23 million bacteria? swath of the North and Northwest Valley, ers come in all the time,” says Adam, whose The diseases can spread from the backyard including Anthem, Peoria, Surprise, North family moved to Anthem in 2007. “My focus into a house. The most rewarding thing is Phoenix and Scottsdale. They offer free quotes was customer service, which I implement into when I hear from those who said I was crazy on the first visit and complimentary deodor- the business today. and today they are like, ‘Wow, who knew?’” izer treatments with pet waste removal ser“I noticed pet people spend so much money They specialize in treating back yard odors, vices. on their pets. I would talk to customers about especially homes with artificial turf. their dogs and cats. Eventually, I looked at “The pet urine gets trapped under the turf ‘Crazy’ venture my wife and said, ‘I want to start our own and the heat and the rain brings up the odor,” Native Arizonans, the Johnsons started the business—a pet waste service company.’ She he says. “We were buying over-the-counter business in January 2017 because of their pas- said she had my back 100%. I didn’t know it deodorizer for $30 a gallon, trying to get rid sion for animals. would explode the way it did.” of the odors. It wasn’t working. Quickly, I re“For me, we had 20 cats. My parents were Adam laughs when he thinks about the alized we had to come up with our own plan. hippyish. Our animals were named Foxy naysayers who thought the couple was crazy My wife did a lot of studying. We use natural Lady and Santana. That’s where our passion for starting a company like this. deodorizer that’s 100% effective.” comes from,” Adam says.

“I would never get frustrated when people Doody Defense Pet Services also pet sits.

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“People spend thousands of dollars for pet sitting,” Alisha adds. “We make it affordable for our clients. We want the dogs to feel at home. We want to be their home away from home. If the owners allow the dogs on the bed or couch, we’ll do the same. We’ll treat them like family. We don’t do crates or kennels. We take them for walks. It’s like going to grandma’s house. Some dogs don’t want to leave when their owners come to pick them up.”

Before they pet sit, the Johnsons host an extensive meet and greet to make sure the animals and the family bond. New clients receive a $20 discount, and all customers are texted and/or emailed daily photos and videos so they are at ease.

“That’s why we’re doing so well pet sitting and boarding,” Adam says. “We are licensed and insured. We build these relationships. We know everything about their fur babies.

“Animals experience high anxiety and stress at boarding facilities. That’s why we operate out of our home. We only allow two families at a time. We don’t want it to be overwhelming for our clients’ pets. They ask if we stay at their home. We do have pet sitters, our 19-year-old twin daughters. They stay at the clients’ homes. My old legs need my bed.”

The Johnsons keep a close eye on the pet-sitting jobs and make sure everyone is happy.

“We give all of our clients a gift,” Adam says. “We support all of our local businesses.

We’ll give a spa pass for a whole week or a free oil change. We put dog treat bags at every single doorstep of our clients’ homes when services are complete.”

Other area entrepreneurs put their business cards in the treat bags, which led Doody Defense to film videos about its business of the week. The videos are found on its Facebook page.

A year ago, the Johnsons expanded their service to include doggy door installation.

The staff also fabricates customized kennels and offers free quotes.

“We take a lot of pride in our work,” Adam says as a client’s bulldog snores in the background. “This is all we do for a living. We don’t do anything else.”

The company bottles its own deodorizer and urine repellant, both of which work for cats as well.

“When the summer heat comes, the phone rings off the hook,” Adam says. “It’s too hot for the (owners) to go outside and the odors are coming up. That’s where we come in. We double the amount of deodorizer. It controls the flies as well. We have had people say they haven’t had flies since we’ve been coming.

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Spring Gifts

These projects will brighten anyone’s day

By Shannon Fisher Spring is here! You can create cute gifts to celebrate or give as gifts.

Gardens for fairies or other cute critters are so fun to make. We found all the items at the Dollar Store. We started with a garden bowl and filled it with smooth rocks.

Next, we used moss balls to add color. There were cute little wood stumps that we added. Wine corks could work, too.

Last, we placed little animals we found in a pack of

three. The whole thing cost $5, and I think I will take to my office so the kids at the school I work at can play with the garden and use their imagination.

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We had extra chalk paint, so we used it to cover wood flower pieces. You could also find bugs and dinosaur shapes at the Dollar Store. We painted both sides of the flowers with the chalk paint. We will use these to write words of affirmation. We may even use them as place settings for Easter with guests’ names on them. In my counseling office, I also allow students to share their feelings with chalk on the flower.

These have so many uses and they’re easy to make. I hope you can find a fun way to use them, too.

I hope everyone has a great month of spring crafting!

Shannon Fisher is a local wife, mom of two girls and owner of Shannon Fisher Photography. She taught high school and elementary art before opening her photography business.

F A M I LY

Grandma’s Recipes Traditions show dynamics among the family

By Pastor David Bowen, Standing Stones Community Church Standing Stones Christian Academy Spring break has never been a time for our family to get out of town, but it is a wonderful time for grandma to visit. One of the things my girls enjoy doing and I enjoy watching is having grandma share some of her famous family recipes. Oftentimes they are recreating recipes that grandma knows by heart—recipes that have been in the family for years.

Grandma learned to cook from her mother, but she wasn’t taught to use tablespoons and cups. She learned by using a pinch of this and a dash of that.

She was taught to cook by memory and by feel, which is the best part of watching this dynamic. There is the interaction from one generation to another—the interaction of a generation that appreciates home-cooked meals and fresh ingredients versus a modern generation that is used to processed food from a box. Cooking habits from the past are fascinating.

Sharing meals together is always a special time. This is why Thanksgiving is so special; families gather together and cook. We sit down at the kitchen or dining room table together, talk and enjoy a meal. We share each other’s lives, learn new things and appreciate the old ways.

When grandma shares stories of her childhood and of learning from her grandma, who lived during the days of the Great Depression, lessons take on new life. It’s interesting to hear from a firsthand experience how great grandma used to grow her own food because that was basically the only way anyone could afford to eat during the Depression. There were days and weeks full of hard work, food and a close-knit community.

It’s quite an experience to witness how special meals become when you don’t open a box but you actually touch the dough and smell the ingredients; when your senses vibrate with

the sights and smells of mi x ing a nd baking camp cookies.

These are cookies so big they could feed a whole camp! Those are grandma’s special cookies. Fresh baked pies, invades the family setting, the challenge to big pots of stew and soup, a pinch of this and keep those special moments will continue. a dash of that. The kitchen becomes a special Soon it will be back to hitting the drive-thru place because what takes place when grandma because we have to get to the next activity and is here is special. cooking from a box because it’s quick and easy; When her visit is over, the memories stay but the days of preparing, cooking and enjoyand are preserved for another generation to ing grandma’s recipes can’t be pushed aside. someday pass down. The experience has the It’s too special of a time. whole family thinking everyone should at least grow something. Hearing the stories of the days when moms could not run down to the local grocery, but they had to learn to make use of anything they had on hand. During the Depression women used to can North Valley Personal Injury Attorneys anything and everything from fruit and • Free personal injury case evaluations vegetables to meat.

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P.A. Seitts Preserve – Cave Creek Told by Kuma & Written by Lorraine Bossé-Smith

The preserve trail is peaceful.

(Photos by Lorraine Bossé-Smith)

I hope this finds all humans and animals healthy and safe. My family and I are still adventuring, and we wanted to try something new so I could share with all my readers. Dad searched on his phone around the Cave Creek area, and something popped up just before Spur Cross Ranch. We plugged in the address and we ended up at the P.A. Seitts Preserve just a few miles away in Cave Creek.

Basically, you follow the Carefree Highway to Cave Creek Road and head toward Cave Creek. Stay on that until North 52nd and turn left. You’ll take an immediate right onto East New River Road and then a quick left onto North 54th. Don’t worry so much about the turns; you basically stay on the same road—it just changes names. It will end up being Cloud at the trail head (Cloud and North 52nd again). Parking and access are free, but the spaces are limited. This trail starts in a

neighborhood, so please be respectful.

This preserve is about 271 acres and provides connection to the Cave Creek Regional Park. It has several trail options to choose from and apparently has some magnificent overlooks and an old cemetery. From the parking area, you walk just a little bit before you come to a metal fence. Open to access and close behind you. This is the beginning of the actual preserve, and a sign indicates it as such. We weren’t sure where to go, and met a very nice lady on the trail who lives nearby.

Her name is Loraine, just like my mom’s but with one “r.” What are the odds? Anyway, she pointed the way toward Cave Creek, so we followed the path to the left.

If we had gone to the right, it would go up the saddle to the overlook area. We will have to try that trail next time. For today, we kept taking lefts at every “Y” intersection and ended up at Cave Creek the river, not the town. Water was flowing but wasn’t too deep. I walked right across it, but mom and dad had to find rocks to step on so they didn’t get their hiking boots wet. With all the rain we have had, you might want to come prepared with hiking poles. Never cross a raging river, though.

This point is just under a mile and is very mild. It is open to hikers, bicyclists and horses, but we basically had the trail to ourselves.

Kuma visits Cave Creek.

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I guess everyone was at Spur Cross Ranch!

On this trail, you get the scenic hills and big saguaros just like Spur Cross. You even feel like you are in the middle of nowhere, but you aren’t. Instead of hiking through a ranch, you are going through estate homes. I think the people who live here were instrumental in protecting this block of land, so thank you for making it available to us all!

Loraine was pleased to see my mom pick up my “package,” and I encourage your humans to do the same. Let’s keep the trails clean for everyone. We continued on across the creek and met a bicyclist taking a break. She was heading back to the Cave Creek Regional Park. Once you cross the creek, the trail becomes the Go John connector trail and takes you to the park. We estimate it would be 2 to 2 1/2 more miles from the creek. We weren’t going that far today and turned around to head back.

The sky was blue and the temperatures just perfect. This trail will be hot in the summer, so now is the time to check it out. The trail isn’t well marked, so know what you want to do before you go and remember to either keep taking lefts toward the creek or rights toward the overlook. This gets high marks for scenic beauty, tranquility and ease of hiking. We will be back!

Kumaito (Kuma for short) is a multi-tan Shiba Inu, the oldest and purest from Japan. I personally was born in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado, moved to Friendswood, Texas, and now call Phoenix home. I enjoy running or hiking almost every day with my mom, chasing rabbits out of my neighborhood, playing with toys, pestering my brother Edmond, eating and napping.

Lorraine Bossé-Smith is the founder of the FIT Leader Formula. She shares Kuma’s adventures. She is a motivational speaker, corporate trainer, business consultant, executive coach, behavioral-wellness expert and author of eight published books.

E X T R AO R D I N A RY R I D E S

Extraordinary Rides

The Lexus reliability is a bonus with this $106,348 vehicle. (Photos by C.A. Haire)

Lexus LC500 Sport Coupe is an excellent sports machine

By C.A. Haire One look at the Lexus LC500 and it’s obvious this is something special. Only about 2,000 cars of this make and model are imported from Japan each year, so it’s unique, too.

We drove this particular example around the Valley for a week, and it drew plenty of attention from onlookers, whether cruising on the street or parked at a curb. That bright yellow, metallic paint was an eye catcher, too.

Under the hood is a sophisticated 5.0-liter V-8 engine cranking a healthy 471 horsepower. It’s attached to a modern 10-speed automatic transmission, and changing gears manually is easy, thanks to paddle shifters on the steering wheel. Fuel economy is listed at 16/25 mpg using premium blend. For drivers more concerned about performance, the claimed 0-60 mph time is 4.4 seconds.

The LC500 has six operation modes to pick from: eco, comfort, normal, custom, sport and sport plus. The gauge cluster appearance changes with each program, reminding the driver what was chosen. The latter setting provides more fun, with a louder exhaust

note, more aggressive shifting, and the ability to get that 4.4-second claimed time like we did.

The cabin is a sea of luxury and, as expected, high-quality leather trim is abundant. There are some drawbacks, though. First, to say the second-row seating is cramped would be an understatement. The only living creatures likely to fit are small children or tiny monkeys. A more likely cargo will be bags of groceries.

With only 5 cubic feet of trunk, not many bags will fit in there either. There is no room for a spare tire, so getting a flat won’t be much fun.

A second aggravation is the finger touch pad that controls the infotainment/navigation system. Operating it while sitting is far easier than doing so when the car is in motion. Plus, the entire unit has a long learning curve, and reading that super thick owner’s manual doesn’t help. A lot of practice will be required.

The base price is $92,950, but there are plenty of options to take the cash out of your

wallet. The Mark Levinson 13-speaker unit is a good buy at $1,220. The sharp-looking yellow paint job is $595. Those larger, 21-inch alloy wheels look nice, but that will be $2,650, please. Then add $5,358 for carbon fiber trim, $275 for a cargo net in the trunk, and more goodies. After all is listed and done, the total tab comes to a tidy $106,348. It is easy to see why most of these are leased.

Once we get past the price of admission, the Lexus LC500 is a pleasure to drive. Once you get in, you don’t want to get out (unless you are sitting in those rear seats!). Overall, this is an excellent sports machine with Lexus reliability as a bonus.

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Isolation Ideas

Staying home doesn’t need to be dull

By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski Coronavirus has left us all a little stir crazy, whether we’re at home with the kiddos or working in our apartment office. Here are a few things that might help get you through the next month.

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DINING What’s Cooking with Jan D’Atri

Brunch Croissant Casserole Do you love casseroles? Do you love croissants? When I made this beautiful, simple and super flavorful soufflé, the phrase that came to mind was “a casserole game changer.” For Easter brunch, a Sunday special or for any occasion, any time of day, this dish absolutely delights!

Brunch Croissant Casserole

Ingredients:

- 12 croissants (medium size, about 3 inch wide) - 12 large eggs - 2 cups milk - 1 teaspoon salt - 1/2 teaspoon pepper - Butter, for the dish

For the Veggies: (Any combination)

- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter per veggie portion - 1 bunch fresh spinach plus 2 cloves garlic, minced - 1 red pepper and 1 green pepper, diced - 2 zucchinis, sliced thin - 1 (8 ounce) container white or cremini mushrooms, sliced - 1 bunch asparagus tips - 1 small package hash brown potatoes or 1 large russet potato - Shredded cheese (I used 4-cheese blend plus parmesan) - 6 slices bacon, cooked crisp and rough chopped - 2 to 3 Roma tomatoes, diced; or 1 cup cherry tomatoes, sliced in half

- 1 small package (approximately 8 ounces) shredded white cheese (I used 4-cheese blend plus parmesan)

HASH BROWN TIPS

Directions:

• Peel potatoes. Shred with a box grater or food processor with grater attachment.

Butter a 9-inch by 13-inch casserole dish.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Slice croissants 3/4 of the way through. Place them in buttered casserole dish, cut side up. Heat olive oil in skillet. Sauté any and all veggies, either separate or together. Set aside. Fill croissants with your favorite veggies.

Whisk together 12 eggs, 2 cups of milk, salt and pepper until well blended. Pour over casserole.

Sprinkle with hash browns (see directions below), tomatoes and bacon. Cover with aluminum foil and bake at 350 for about 1 hour or until egg mixture has set and is cooked through. Remove foil for the last 5 minutes. Sprinkle cheese over casserole and remove from oven when cheese has melted. Serve hot. (Serves approximately 6 if portioning 2 croissants per person.)

If you try to grate hash browns and put them into a pan with hot oil, they will usually gum up into a gooey mess. Here are some great tips!

• Immediately place shredded potatoes in a colander and pour cold water over potatoes, stirring well to get all the starch out. You can also soak potatoes in water and strain in colander.

It’s important to rinse long enough to remove all starch.

• Place potatoes in a clean kitchen towel or in several layers of paper towels and squeeze all the water out. It’s important to get potatoes as dry as possible.

• Heat vegetable oil (about 3 tablespoons) in a skillet. When hot, sprinkle hash browns in skillet and do not mix or touch potatoes for a few minutes. Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste. Lift the sides to see if they are browning.

When brown, flip and cook on the other side until browned and crisp.

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H E A LT H

A Taste for Change

How can I manage healthy eating intuitively?

By Dr. Brian Hester A quick Google search for “diets” will give you endless results. Everyone wants to tell you what foods you should eat, how much to eat, and what foods you should avoid all together. But when you think about it, who knows best what your body needs? You! No other human is present in your body for a single moment. All the nutritional education in the world can’t actually compete with the knowledge you naturally have about the needs and wants of your body.

Enter intuitive eating.

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and focuses more on your relationship with food, how it makes you feel, and really honing in on being able to identify and honor your body’s true hunger needs.

It might seem daunting. What if I wake up one morning and really feel like my body could use some chocolate cake? Well, it’s possible it does. But more likely, if you’re really in tune with your body and its signals for hunger, you’ll be able to dig deeper and see if what you’re actually feeling isn’t true hunger for chocolate cake but perhaps boredom, sadness, loneliness or fear. Or simply wanting a piece of chocolate cake because it sounds delicious (no good or bad foods, remember?).

This type of relationship with your body

won’t happen overnight. Psychologist and author of “When Your Teen Has an Eating Disorder: Practical Strategies to Help Your Teen Recover from Anorexia, Bulimia, and Binge Eating” Lauren Muhlheim says, “As with any relationship, it takes time to build your body’s trust that it can really have what it wants and needs.” You’ve got to trust the process.

So how does it work?

In their primer on rejecting traditional diet mentality and following our bodies, registered dietitian nurses Evelyn Tribole and Elyse Resch outline the 10 principles of intuitive eating to help give you a place to start.

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Coronavirus Concerns Great Hearts counselor provides tips on talking to kids about COVID-19

By Connor Dziawura These are uncertain times for many.

The World Health Organization has declared the ongoing COVID-19, or coronavirus, situation a pandemic. Local and state governments have declared it an emergency, urging public gathering places to close. Many businesses are shuttered or have reduced hours.

But how does one react when they’re just a child, hearing potentially worrisome information from others but not understanding the situation at hand?

Emily Obenshain is a school counselor and crisis support for Great Hearts, a network of tuition-free public schools that is working to make parents aware of how they can help children deal with the large amount of information to which they may be exposed.

“Within our counseling department, we do our very best to support our students in all aspects,” Obenshain says. “We do that within the school communities, and right now home is kind of their school community, if you will, and their learning environment.

They’re home with families, and we just want to make sure we’re always working to bridge that connection and keep consistent communication flow with parents between home and school and ensure that we’re supporting them at all times.”

So, the school published to its website an article, “How to talk to your kids about COVID-19,” on March 18. In the article, Great Hearts Director of School Counseling Lauren Katz suggests validating children’s feelings, making them aware of others and being reassuring but honest.

Obenshain elaborates on the subject, first suggesting that parents check their own feelings so they can properly initiate dialogue with their kids. Children pick up on their parents’ behaviors, she says.

“One of the first things we talk about is just checking in with yourself and your own feelings, as an adult—because this can be a very anxiety-ridden time for all of us, not just children—and to notice any feelings that parents are having themselves, whether it’s anxiety or whatnot, and taking time to connect with others and engage in any kind of calming activity before speaking to your children,” Obenshain explains.

It’s important to initiate dialogue regarding COVID-19. Obenshain feels parents should listen, validate their children’s feelings and show empathy, while giving them an outlet to express themselves. Being open and honest is honest is important, as overlooking the situation can instill more worry than it would otherwise.

“Being aware of the virus is really important,” Obenshain explains. “Just making sure that it’s communicated in a way that they also feel that maybe they’re having a say in it (is important).

“So, helping them understand the role that they’re playing—a positive role they’re playing in making sure that they’re healthy, helping others stay healthy in terms of educating them about hygiene, making sure that they understand the importance of washing hands and covering our mouths when we cough, and how this is not only helping them but helping others in their community and neighborhood as well.”

With so much information surfacing at any given moment via social media and television, however, Obenshain recommends monitoring or even limiting these technology usages

by children.

“There is so much information out there and it’s not all factual,” she explains. “So, one suggestion is having the parents access that information and then making sure that they’re delivering it to their students in an age-appropriate way and developmentally appropriate way so that they’re processing it at the level that they need, because it can be overwhelming and overstimulating for students to sort through.”

And because many adults and children are stuck at home, Obenshain says it’s important for people to maintain some semblance of structure in their day, through routine and schedule. This means keeping to set mealtimes, bedtimes and other activities like studying and recess, but allowing kids the flexibility to adjust and have some control.

“With all of this uncertainty, the days look a little bit different,” she says. “But routine and schedule and understanding what comes next can help reinforce some of that normalcy and can help mitigate some uncertain feelings as well.”

For additional information on talking to children about COVID-19, check out the Great Hearts article at greatheartsamerica. org/how-to-talk-to-your-children-about-covid-19. School officials are also still working within regular business hours.

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1. Reject the diet mentality Realize that any diet, whether scientifically sound for weight loss and health or not, is nowhere near as personalized for you as your own knowledge of your body. You have to completely reject the idea that there’s going to be some magic set of rules that will bring you lifelong results.

that you’ve given your body the fuel it needs with the flavors you desire leads you to trust your body to show you when you’re comfortably full. When you don’t deprive yourself of the foods you really want, you don’t feel the need to eat until you’re stuffed because you know you can eat it again whenever you want.

2. Honor your hunger

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7. Cope with your emotions Find the signals your body naturally prowith kindness

duces when it is beginning to be hungry and eat then. Don’t wait until you’re starving, because you will mostly likely overeat.

Pay attention to what kind of hunger you’re feeling—emotional or physical. One can be quenched by food; the other will probably only make you feel worse when you eat because of it.

3. Make peace with food No list of forbidden foods. No “good” or “bad” that you can give in to. No depriving yourself of certain foods. This leads to overeating every single time. Tribole and Resch say, “Give yourself unconditional permission to eat.”

4. Challenge the food police This one is similar to No. 3 but really emphasizes the emotions that come with food.

Kick “food guilt” to the curb. It’s not serving you. Acknowledge how eating something made you feel in the long run and decide if you want to feel like that again.

5. Discover the satisfaction factor I can’t say it better than the authors. “In our compulsion to comply with diet culture, we often overlook one of the most basic gifts of existence—the pleasure and satisfaction that can be found in the eating experience.

When you eat what you really want...the pleasure you derive will be a powerful force in helping you feel satisfied and content. By providing this experience for yourself, you will find that it takes just the right amount of food for you to decide you’ve had ‘enough.’”

Take your time and enjoy what you eat.

6. Feel your fullness Similarly to honoring your hunger, you’ve got to honor your fullness as well. Trusting

Going back to why you’re hungry in the first place: Is it based out of a physical need?

Then eat up. Is it based on an emotional need?

Then survey what you’re feeling and why and realize that no food will change or heal those emotions in the long run

8. Respect your body We were all created differently. Two people could eat the same foods and do the same workouts for their entire life and they a) won’t feel the same after doing either activity and b) still won’t have the same physical makeup. One person may be healthiest at 20% body fat, while another might be feeling extremely sluggish in their body if it ever gets over 15%. We’re all different and need to treat ourselves as such. Everybody deserves dignity.

9. Movement—feel the difference This one is my favorite. Exercising for the sake of how it makes you feel rather than how it makes you look. For the sake of what it does to your mindset instead of how many calories it burns. We should use food to fuel our body for all the movement we want to do, rather than using exercise to punish our body for the food we ate.

10. Honor your health— gentle nutrition Essentially, give yourself grace. One meal, day or week of less-than-optimal eating isn’t going to ruin your life. But small habits every day will build the routine and mindset you need to hit your goals and have a life full of healthy choices.

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