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Opportunity Knocks Open the Door and Let the Remodel Begin!

Office Romance The Perks and

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Enjoying the Simpler Pleasures

the Pitfalls

Great Water Escapes Water You Waiting For?

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[ IN EVERY ISSUE ]

PUBLISHERS’ LETTER

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contributors

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connect with us

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Remodeling Feature Now is the time to turn your house into your dream home. With a little professional guidance and some smart choices, you will come to appreciate your dwelling on a new, exciting level!

By Dale Gardon

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LUXURY HOTELS Splurge a little without spending your life’s savings. It’s all about luxury for four distinctly different Arizona hotels. Cool off Western style in the White Mountains or plug yourself in Scottsdale lifestyle. Whatever you choose, you’ve got excellent amenities, delectable dining, and much-deserved R and R in store.

By Cassaundra Brooks

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30 LOCAL PROFILE: Valerie’s Furniture: When Times Are Tough, Make Yourself Comfortable // 31 GIVING BACK: Dignity of Work Changes Women’s Lives // 32 MUSIC: A Classical Complement to Our Valley // 34 ART & CULTURE: Phantom Sightings // 35 AZ FUN FACTS: Russian Bill // 36 ASK THE TECHNO // 38 DAY TRIPPERS & WEEKENDERS: Water You Waiting For? // 39 HIGHLIGHT: Diversion Convergence at Norterra Shops 39 HIGHLIGHT: Yes—MAM

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Contents 43 [ STYLE ]

28 D ESIGN SENSE:

Your Home as Debutante

43 J EWELS:

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Rubies—Telling the Real from the Ripoff

[ ENTERTAINING ]

58 R ESTAURANT REVIEW: Ebisu

76 F LAVOR:

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Summer Sweet

76 F LAVOR HOTSPOTS:

In Honor of Food Holidays…

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77 DINING GUIDE [ HEALTH ]

50 H EALTH & FITNESS:

Canker Sore or Cancer?

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Understand Camera Technology and Take Better Pictures

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56 B USINESS SPOTLIGHT:

Infusionsoft: Helping Small Businesses Become Successful with the Use of Automation

60 K NOW + TELL: Glad You Axed!

62 H OT LIST:

Three Steps Back! Enjoy the Simpler Pleasures

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48 G OTTA HAVE IT:

Not Necessarily Unnecessary

68 EVENT CALENDAR 70 R ELATIONSHIPS & DATING: Office Romance—The Perks and the Pitfalls

78 E NTERTAINMENT:

Diverse Diversions for Your Day

81 HOROSCOPES

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72 A SK THE VET:

Watch What Goes in His Mouth: Unsafe Treats for Pets

74 A DOPT-A-PET:

Good Friends Who Need Great Homes!

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PRESIDENT/PUBLISHER Adam Toren adam@northvalleymagazine.com Matthew Toren matthew@northvalleymagazine.com EDITORIAL Managing Editor Crystal Huckabay crystal@northvalleymagazine.com Editorial Assistant Cassaundra Brooks cbrooks@northvalleymagazine.com Copy Editor Kate Karp kate@northvalleymagazine.com Food Editor Samantha Turner Editorial Interns Alana Stroud, Bill Raznik, Rachael Blume CONTRIBUTORS

AUTO - HOME - LIFE - BUSINESS

Diana Bocco, Scott Bohall, Gerald Calamia, Kevin Downey, Lea Friese-Haben, Laura Henry, Jon Kenton, Carol La Valley, Kevin Madness, Diane Maier, Alison Malone, Ben Miles, Lee Nelson, Tyson Qualls, Greg Rubenstein, Scott Sackett, Brian Sodoma, Marshall Trimble, Michael van den Bos, Shannon Willoby PHOTOGRAPHERS Director of Photography Eric Fairchild Photographers Michelle Brodsky, Mark Susan, Caroline GODDARD, Larry Rubino ADVERTISING sales@northvalleymagazine.com 602.828.0313 Sr. Account Executive Eric Twohey Art Director/PRODUCTION PAUL BIELICKY CIRCULATION Distribution Manager Mark Lokeli

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Publishers' Letter

Scoops to Cool You Off!

photo courtesy of Hotel Valley Ho

ed vacation with the whole family. Is your home cushy enough? Flip to Gotta Have It for some indulgences you may discover you absolutely need.

Adam Toren Publisher

Everyone could use a little luxury in his or her life, and we’ve lined up some great vacation spots and must-have items that’ll do the trick. Check out our cover feature for several in-state sweet spots known for exemplary service, amenities, and ambience.

Grab some friends or your significant other and get away from it all for a weekend of pampering and playing, or take an extend-

Did you know that now is a great time to satisfy your home-makeover desires? Dale Gardon shares his expertise in remodeling your residence inside and out in our Remodeling Feature. Our new Entertainment column highlights the best in film, television, and music. Don’t miss the season premieres of your favorite TV shows or the big-name albums set to drop in the next couple of months! The Jewels column is back, with a lesson on one of the most popular gems in history. And take a few minutes to read up on a fast-growing local company with the know-how to help your small business thrive.

Charities providing confidence and job training, local businesses weathering the economic storm, current trends you’d be remiss to ignore, an elegant twist on the family car, a modern twist on important art, lessons in popular technology. If it’s

interesting, relevant, or noteworthy, we’ve got the scoop.

Make the most of summer’s end, and enjoy the (slightly) cooler temperatures— they’ll be rolling in as our next issue— yeehaw!—rolls out.

Cheers!

Matthew Toren Publisher

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{ Contributors } Photography

Eric Fairchild, a commercial photographer with fifteen years experience, owns and operates Phoenix-based FairchildPhotography, a complete digital and traditional film photography studio. Specialties include advertising, people, editorial, architecture, and automotive photography. photos@northvalleymagazine.com

Techno

Jon Kenton is principal consultant and owner of JRDR Marketing.

Originally from London, he has been living in Arizona with his family for the last eight years. Jon has worked in computing and communications for over 20 years. If it connects to a TV, camera, network, or computer, Jon has probably used it. techno@northvalleymagazine.com

Design Sense

Diane Maier is an accomplished interior designer and the owner of Casa Paloma Home Interiors & Design, located in the North Scottsdale Marketplace at Scottsdale Road and Lone Mountain. Diane is an expert in green interior design, abundant living, and feng shui concepts, all of which will be covered in her forthcoming book, Create Your Best Life, By Design! designsense@northvalleymagazine.com

Ask the Vet

Dr. Julie Bartz is a North Scottsdale veterinarian and the owner of DC Ranch Animal Hospital.

Dr. Bartz is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine, and adds certified veterinary acupuncturist to her practice as a veterinarian. She lives in Cave Creek with her husband, Jeff, and their five dogs and three cats. drbartz@dcranchah.com.

Music & Local Profile

Kevin Downey is a freelance writer based in Phoenix. He has been writing about the entertainment industry for eight years for such magazines as Variety, Broadcasting & Cable, and Media Life. A recent émigré from Long Beach, California, Kevin, his partner, and their dog Pogo have taken root in the North Valley, and they’re loving it. music@northvalleymagazine.com

Remodeling Feature

Dale Gardon is the principal of Dale Gardon Design, an architectural and planning design firm located adjacent to Market Street in DC Ranch in Scottsdale. The firm specializes in designing unique residential, commercial, and recreational buildings as well as urban environments. dale@northvalleymagazine.com

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Auto Trends

Greg Rubenstein is a freelance automotive journalist and deputy editor for iZoom.com, an auto enthusiast Web site. He has been writing about and racing cars for twenty-five years. autotrends@northvalleymagazine.com

Adopt-a-pet

Arizona Fun facts

He has been called a cowboy singer, a humorist, and a storyteller, and is Arizona’s official state historian, but Marshall Trimble’s most treasured title is teacher. He hopes people will realize the importance and fun involved in Arizona history and culture. marshall@northvalleymagazine.com

Relationships

Michelle Brodsky is a Phoenix native whose passion for animals began at a very young age. Her talent for photography was not discovered until later on. When not tending to her small zoo at home, she helps educate the minds of high school kids as an assistant teacher of photography. michelle@northvalleymagazine.com

Lea Friese-Haben is Arizona’s number-one dating expert.

She is happily married to Cpt. Greg Haben of Southwest Airlines and has three children.

Lea is a certified holistic practitioner and is a regular guest on channels 3, 10, 12, and 15. relationships@northvalleymagazine.com

Horoscopes

Flavor

Laura Henry has been studying astrology and metaphysics for over 25 years and is available for readings via phone or in person.

She uses astrology to assist people wishing to discover their strengths, challenges, and gifts in this lifetime, as well as examining future trends for clients to maximize opportunities for personal growth. Readings are taped and completely confidential. laura@northvalleymagazine.com

Alison Malone has lived in Australia and has traveled to such destinations as Fiji, England, Thailand, Spain, Nepal, the Cook Islands, Portugal, New Zealand, and France. When not at her laptop, she can be found strolling on the beach, carving up the slopes, and poring over travel guides, cookbooks, and interior design magazines at local bookstores. flavor@northvalleymagazine.com

Giving Back

Jewels

Scott Bohall is the owner of Treasures Jewelers. The Treasures staff has won more design awards than any jeweler in Arizona. Scott is a past president and current board member of the Arizona Jewelers Association, travels the world to find gems, and speaks around the state on jewelry-related topics. jewels@northvalleymagazine.com

Freelance feature writer Carol La Valley missed being an Arizona native by six months. When she was growing up, the North Valley was where she and her family went to have picnics and ride dune buggies. She received the Outstanding Writing Award from the Arizona Newspapers Association and Arizona Press Women in 2009 and 2007. givingback@northvalleymagazine.com

Art & Culture

Photography

Kevin Madness began his writing career by forging excused absence forms in elementary school and later honed his skills as a journalist at Michigan State University. He then moved into a motor home and now travels far and wide writing and performing music. kevin@northvalleymagazine.com

Restaurant Review

Gerald Calamia, a native New Yorker, has spent many years as a writer covering travel, food, and sports events for feature articles.

He is a current member of the James Beard Culinary Foundation, and has worked for the NHL’s San Jose Sharks Youth and Adult Development Programs. gerald@northvalleymagazine.com

Mark Susan is a fashion and editorial freelance photographer based out of Scottsdale. He grew up in Seoul, Korea before moving to Wisconsin, and graduated from Arizona State University with a Bachelor of Science in economics. Mark enjoys traveling, experiencing new restaurants, playing golf and tennis, and spending time with friends and family. mark@northvalleymagazine.com

Golf

Scott Sackett is a GOLF Magazine Top 100 Teacher. Scott teaches at McCormick Ranch Golf Club in Scottsdale. He is also the director of instruction at the Rim Club in Payson. He splits his time equally between the two.

To reach Scott, call him at (904) 838-2721 or e-mail him at scott@northvalleymagazine.com.

Visit his Web site at scottsackett.com.

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the evolution of cool.

Posh, playful rooms and suites.

VH Spa for vitality + health.

Fab fare at ZuZu and Trader Vic’s.

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Cover Feature

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s far as comfort and relaxation de luxe go Arizona has no shortage of gorgeous hotels at sweet summer rates for that much-needed getaway.

Why travel anywhere else when we have plenty of pampering opportunities right here in our own wide backyard? It’s time to take advantage of good deals, good service, and good food while boosting our state’s economy and recharging before fall kicks in.

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A Lit tle Lux ury? You Don’t N eed to Go a Long Way

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elebrate the lifestyle of the legendary cowboy with a visit to Hidden Meadow Ranch, an exclusive haven in the White Mountains. Though homesteaded in 1916 and operating as a guest ranch since 2000, the 150-acre ranch is a relatively well-kept secret, and we’re sharing it with you. Open the door of your elegantly furnished rustic log cabin and breathe in the cool air as you enjoy exceptional service, Western-themed family activities, luxurious amenities, and savory cuisine. Twelve individual log guest cabins accentuate the region and feature wood-burning fireplaces, custom oversized soaking tubs, scenic covered porches, and hand-carved wood furniture. The ranch house features a well-stocked

library, a 35-foot granite fireplace, and five-star seasonal cuisine— try the house specialties, achiote-marinated elk tenderloin and panseared lump crab cakes.

At Hidden Meadow, you’re out of the sweltering heat of the Valley and can take advantage of outdoor activities like horseback riding— there are 2,000 miles of trails—fly-fishing on the Ranch pond, leatherworking and woodworking, arts and crafts, roping, archery, canoeing, mountain biking, and horse-drawn carriage rides. Spend a little extra and go off-site for some rock climbing, canyoneering, caving, and more, or visit during the winter for some snow-bound fun. Take excursions into nearby communities Greer and Pinetop-Lakeside, and in wintertime, head to Sunrise Park Ski Resort for some skiing and snowboarding adventures.

Hidden Meadow Ranch is a welcome change from the desert, offering the cooler temperatures and the surrounding forest clustered with mountain lakes and streams as well as maintaining Arizona’s trademark brilliant blue skies by day and star-studded velvet sky by night. Leave behind your multiple technologies and commune with nature instead. In fact, televisions are not a part of the décor. Handwritten poems from the staff, on the other hand, are left on the pillow of your turned-down bed; and quiet evenings spent on the porch or on a peaceful stroll about the place could lead to a meeting with wildlife.

If, after a lovely weekend away, you dream of returning often, consider the Ranch’s ownership opportunities. There are thirtyone shared ownership cabins and sixteen custom lots.

 (866) 333-4080 or (928) 333-1000 Greer, AZ 85927 hiddenmeadow.com

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with a few hours of pampering at the Arizona Biltmore Spa, which offers natural and organic treatments. Dine indoors or outdoors at beautifully appointed on-site restaurants and then work off the exquisite meals at the fitness center. Let someone at the beauty salon doll you up for that special evening. Up for lawn activities? Try life-size lawn chess, croquet, or bocce ball.

To mark its eightieth anniversary, the Arizona Biltmore & Spa unveils an exclusive new addition: Ocatilla. The three-storey 120room facility is a private club that ups the ante in amenities and special services. Make use of a personal concierge and a media wall with a flat-screen HD TV, iPod dock, and high-speed Internet access, or commune with the natural panoramic views of the stunning grounds and surrounding mountains.

 (800) 950-0086 or (602) 955-6600 Arizona Biltmore & Spa

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he name alone conjures images of grandeur, and the luxurious resort has enjoyed worldwide renown for much of its eighty-year reign. A favorite of celebrities and dignitaries throughout the years, the 39-acre splash of luxury is neither myth nor mirage. With exclusive claim to architecture inspired by the famed architect Frank Lloyd Wright, 740 guest accommodations, eight swimming pools, seven tennis courts, six dining offerings, and a full-service spa, salon, and fitness center, the place is hard to miss. Just look for the vibrant green grass and trees providing a landscape-portrait contrast with coffee-colored mountains and turquoise sky.

You may not wish to leave your beautiful room, but if you so choose, you may keep up your golf game at one of two 18-hold PGA golf courses at the adjacent Arizona Biltmore Country Club. Arrange a social event at the Biltmore’s Frank Lloyd Wright Ballroom or use the property as a backdrop for your upcoming nuptials. Take a refreshing dip in one of the pools, or sit poolside and dream up enduring artistic creations, just as composer Irving Berlin did when he penned the beloved classic “White Christmas.” Barrel down the 92-foot-long water slide at the Paradise Pool complex. Gift yourself

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Whether traveling for business or vacationing with the family, the rich accommodations and conveniences are only the first reasons for you to make your reservations. Five floors house 126 welcoming guest rooms, while complimentary covered parking keeps your car from becoming an oven on wheels.

Enjoy the scenery and mingle while staying cool at the Diving Lounge and Terrace, or get your caffeine fix at the Golden Bean Café. The high temperatures are not conducive to hardcore outdoor exercise, but you can easily stick to your exercise regimen in the stateof-the-art fitness area. Bring along the canine family members, too, as pets are always welcome. Plan parties at the Diving Terrace, indulge in beauty treatments at the nearby Lamar Everyday Spa, swim some laps in the outdoor swimming pool while your friends and family work on their tans, and unwind in nature-inspired rooms comfily equipped with beautiful hardwood floors and plush bedding.

Arizona is a golfer’s heaven, and you can work on North Valley Magazine golf expert Scott Sackett’s golf tips at the 18-hole Tournament Players Club golf course or atop Camelback Mountain, or at one of several other esteemed golf courses close by. If Arizona is a golfer’s heaven, Scottsdale is a shopper’s paradise, and celebrated Scottsdale Fashion Square Mall and Old Town shops are not the only points of interest within walking distance. Art lovers will enjoy the Scottsdale Art Walk, and families will enjoy trips to urban village Southbridge and the Scottsdale Waterfront. You are practically spoiled with the

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number and quality of choices for a night on the town. Trendy clubs, bars, and restaurants are less than a mile away. Check out hotspots Myst, Axis-Radius, Suede, and The Jackrabbit Lounge, and don’t miss Six, Crown Room, or the many other gathering places. For a more romantic evening out, consult your concierge for help with the best restaurants and activities.

Summer packages are abundant, so book soon.

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f you belong to the hip crowd, this is the place for you. If you don’t, this is the place to start. Located proudly in its own groovy spot in Old Town Scottsdale, the classic midtwentieth-century hotel offers accommodations the Hollywood hotshots have been drawn to for years.

The complimentary fitness center and steam room help you ward off vacation pounds while the VH Spa gets you feeling your best inside and out. VH (Vitality + Health) Spa offers a number of deluxe packages that include massages, manicures, pedicures, facials, and more. Afterward, you’ll be ready to hit Scottsdale full force with a list of see-and-be-seen places recommended by knowledgeable concierges. More interested in digging the hotel grounds? Take the Hotel Valley Ho architectural walking tours and enjoy stories of famous guests and the history of the hotel’s design. And don’t leave your best friend at home. The pet-friendly

hotel offers amenities for your canine companions—they’re sure to love an in-room doggie massage!

Rooms come in various styles, from signature to studio, cabana to terrace and executive. All feature midcentury decor, luxurious beds, and flat-screen LCD high-definition TVs. Soak in oversized tubs, take in the views from private balconies, and start your day right with complimentary espresso or tea.

Those staying in The Tower are in for a special treat. Rooms are reminiscent of the 1950s but feature modern technological conveniences. The vibrant colors and trendy designs are inviting and cheery. Arrive to a fully stocked refrigerator and pantry courtesy of your personal shopper and take advantage of upgraded appliances and daily housekeeping services. Not in the mood to cook? A private chef can provide pre-prepared dinners or cook your favorite meal on demand. Ask the Tower Concierge to beef up your itinerary with private guided tours of local art galleries and special tee times at local golf courses, private shopping sessions, and featured packages. Best of all, you have breathtaking panoramic views of the quaint city and nearby Camelback Mountain.

Dine in style, or dine according to your palate’s particularities. Feast on American comfort food at signature restaurant Café Zuzu, step into Polynesia with Trader Vic’s, dine poolside at Oh Pool Bar + Cabanas, or savor scrumptious meals from the comfort of your own room. Chef Charles Wiley has brought his culinary prowess to Hotel Valley Ho, and the delectable exotic and classic food exemplifies his award-riddled history. Feeling hip now? Make your reservation.

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Whether your tastes run to western or modern, serene or see-andbe-seen, Arizona has just the spot for you. With gorgeous desert and scenic mountain landscapes, it’s the perfect getaway destination—for those out-of-state visitors and for those who call this great state home.

You don’t need to travel far for a luxurious lifestyle, and with great summer rates and an economy putting strain on the best of the best, you don’t need to pay as much as you might think. Don’t waste the final days of the summer season. It’s time you steeped yourself in a little luxury.

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Valerie’s Furniture

When Times Are Tough, Make Yourself Comfortable

By Kevin Downey In this economy, just about every business owner in the North Valley is shaking in his or her cowboy boots.

Just when the recession appears to be lifting, another round of gloomy news comes out, deflating hopes of a speedy recovery.

But shaking in her cowboy boots isn’t Valerie Watters’s style. The lively owner of Valerie’s Furniture & Accents has seen her share of market downturns in the two decades that she’s owned and operated her namesake Western home-furnishings store, first in North Scottsdale and currently on Cave Creek Road in Cave Creek.

“This year, our twentieth anniversary, I think we just need to keep our name out there and keep marketing ourselves,” Watters says. “We’re doing a lot of networking at women’s groups and other groups. I keep really busy just being Valerie from Valerie’s Furniture.”

That’s not to say Watters and Valerie’s Furniture are immune to

the grim economy. Many of Valerie’s Furniture’s customers are out-oftowners who make the North Valley their second home. In these cashstrapped times, fewer people are snapping up expansive homes and spending thousands of dollars on furniture than they were several years ago.

But Watters isn’t the type of woman to sit back and let economic downturn dictate her fortunes, as anyone who knows her can tell you.

Instead, Watters is taking matters into her own hands. She and her team are reaching out to their best customers to remind them that the store is packed, as always, with carefully arranged custom-made and often one-of-kind Western home furnishings. The upscale store is as overstuffed as an armchair, but not so much so that it feels overwhelming.

Instead, the furniture in Valerie’s is carefully arranged to invoke different moods—comfy-cozy over here, polished and sophisticated over there,

fun-for-entertaining over here.

“You walk in and go, wow,” says Watters. “I’ve always thought, the more the merrier. It’s jam-packed but it’s filled with vignettes. It represents a Western lifestyle, but it’s never cookie-cutter.”

Watters has always advertised around the North Valley, although these days she more carefully selects publications geared to her wellheeled clientele. More than that, though, Watters’ approach to marketing is her personal touch. She and her team send handwritten notes to customers, some of whom have been shopping at Valerie’s for years. They also call customers just to say hi and perhaps to point out some unique, hard-to-find furniture that’s now in the store.

Watters also has another message for her longtime customers and first-time visitors: The quality of the furniture is far above that of furniture found in chain stores, which tend to carry good but commonplace items.

In Valerie’s Furniture & Accents, the Western furnishings are top-of-theline and often handmade by artisans in Arizona and other Western states.

It’s mostly American made, and Watters is proud of that.

Her dedication to selling only the best resonates with customers.

Her message is sincere, and refreshingly so. As Watters says, we’ll make it through this downturn, and so will Valerie’s Furniture & Furnishings.

“The most important thing is you have to stay out there and be proactive,” says Watters. “That’s not to say I’m not a little scared. But you just have to have a positive attitude and mind your p’s and q’s.”

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Dignity of Work Changes Women’s Lives B y C a r o l L a V a ll e y • P h o t o s c o u r t e s y o f AWEE / L o u a n n P h i ll i p s

Arizona Women’s Education and Employment’s president and CEO Marie Sullivan is passionate about helping people.

Success in the workplace comes in

increments for women who are stepping out of incarceration into the Valley sun.

Arizona Women’s Education and Employment (AWEE) programs lead them to take personal responsibility.

Leticia Butler, age 36 and single mother of two, knew she had to become proactive as she acknowledged her past misdeeds and faced a down job market. When she had to list a felony on the application, her heart sank and depression escalated, even though she is an experienced collections clerk. Her prayers were answered when she heard about the career preparation, job-retention skills, and life coaching that nonprofit AWEE offers women as well as men ages 14 and older—for free.

“What stressors did AWEE relieve?”

Butler rhetorically asks. “Everything. When you are living day to day, you don’t have time to plan.”

Butler juggled finding daycare for her toddlers, wondering how she would afford a bus pass ($5.25 per day on Valley Metro),

Participants at AWEE’s Youth Employment Summer Summit (YESS) in June have fresh goals and the means to achieve them.

and knowing she needed a résumé but lost as to how she might bring hers current.

Sitting in a room with people experiencing similar tribulations, she explored careers, learned how to write cover letters to accompany résumés that touted strengths, and answered the ever important “Tell me about yourself.”

Side by side with career development specialist Monika Nathan, Butler learned to set achievable goals. Twelve weeks ago, she came to AWEE. Nine weeks ago, she started a new job. Seven weeks ago, she received a pay raise. One month ago, she was able to move into her own apartment.

Now she is making plans to return to college in the fall.

Volunteers make it possible for AWEE to achieve its mission to “change lives through the dignity of work.” They mentor women who have been laid off and need to find a new sense of direction, women who have escaped domestic violence and

seek a means to provide for their families, and homemakers returning to the work force. These caring volunteers might be retail managers or your neighbor next door, retired professionals or bank presidents.

They can be women like Lois Lucas, who has been through AWEE programs and knows how to help a client obtain a food box or face the fear that they will always be seen for who they were versus who they continue to strive to become. “A lot of people stepped up and helped me for no good reason, so now I just want to help somebody else,” Lucas says.

Volunteers process donations of gently used work clothes so a woman can feel confident presenting herself for job interviews as well as the first day on the job. They are currently needed to help with special-event planning and provide computer and technical support. Dollars also make AWEE’s empowerment of women possible as the organization transitions its $1.4 million budget from 42 percent public funds to 80 percent private support. In 2008, AWEE served 9,000 people.

“This year, we are already are on target for 10,000,” says Marie Sullivan, AWEE’s director and CEO since 1997. “Seeing people’s lives change as the result of finding dignity in staying employed, and as a result, taking care of their families, moves me every day. It never gets old.”

For more information about AWEE, visit awee.org or call (602) 223-4333.

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The summer in the North Valley is always a good time to head up to Sedona to see the majestic red rocks and experience the decidedly cooler temps—a bonus on top of the beauty. Add to that a flow of lush classical music, and the reasons to head north mount.

The eighth annual Red Rocks Music Festival kicks off on August 30 and continues through September 6. But these concerts aren’t only for those of us willing to take a road trip—The Red Rocks Music Festival has events scattered throughout the Valley.

The idea behind the festival is to bring the highest-caliber musicians to as many Arizonans as possible, focusing mostly on classical music but with several touches of jazz. “The musicianship is outstanding,� says Red Rocks Music Festival executive director and founder Moshe Bukshpan, a classically trained violinist originally from Israel.

Bukshpan regularly performs at music festivals around the country. “We play in small venues, so we can reach as many communities as we can,� he says. “We are also trying to reach diverse audiences— people who like classical and people who like jazz.�

This year’s festival has three distinct programs. Sisters Yuki and Tomoko Mack play piano with performances of music by Johannes Brahms, George Gershwin, and others. The pianists will hold performances in Sedona and Scottsdale.

ASU professor Nancy Buck, a violist, performs “Classical Meets Jazz� with the Russell Schmidt Trio in Anthem, Phoenix, and Sedona. The third program celebrates the 200th birthday of Felix Mendelssohn and includes performances by legendary violinist Shmuel Ashkenasi. “The players are outstanding,� says Bukshpan. “Some of them are literally world renowned. Borivoj Martinic-Jercic, for fifteen years, was the concertmaster at the Phoenix Symphony. And Ashkenasi for 30 years played with the Vermeer Quartet—one of the finest groups in the world.�

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Art & Culture

Phantom Sightings

By Kevin Madness

Amid the Chicano Movement of the

1960s and 1970s, Latin American artists visualized their freedom both off and on the canvas. Through painting and printmaking, they confronted discrimination with intelligence, activism, and cultural pride. The movement, as much social as it was artistic, articulated a simple demand: Equality.

In the decades since the movement originated, a great deal has changed. Shifting away from traditional media, modern Chicano artists are experimental and edgy.

They are reimagining the old, mixing up the modern, and broadening the canvas to encompass the streets. One thing has not changed, however—they continue to make art that empowers themselves and their people.

Through September 20, the Phoenix Art Museum will house “Phantom Sightings: Art After the Chicano Movement,” a traveling exhibit presenting conceptual art made by a younger generation of Chicano and Latino artists.

One and the Same, Adrian Esparza, 2005. Serape, plastic trim, and nails. El Paso Museum of Art, purchase with funds provided by Robert U. and Mable O. Lipscomb Foundation Endowment © Adrian Esparza. Photo © El Paso Museum of Art.

“It is a show about contemporary creation now seen through the optic of artists working after the initial struggles for social and racial equality of the Chicano Movement,” says Sara Cochran, the curator of modern and contemporary art at the museum.

At the exhibit, you will see a full-size Volkswagen Bug made from soft vinyl, an artist break-dancing atop a famous floor sculpture, and historical film and photos of ASCO—early art rebels who shocked audi-

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Vocho (Yellow), Margarita Cabrera, 2004. Vinyl, batting, thread, and car parts.

William J. Hokin Collection, Chicago. © Margarita Cabrera. Photo courtesy of Sara Meltzer Gallery.

ences with street performances.

In a sense, every piece of art represents that young artist’s relationship with the Chicano Movement, since art is inseparable from self and one's self is inseparable from culture. With race and equality issues being slightly less pressing than they had been to their forefathers, today’s Chicano artists enjoy more freedom to focus on other personal or social concerns.

“For some Chicano and Latino, concerns about the border and immigration are central to their work,” says Cochran.

“Others have different focuses. If anything, this show is about what has happened to the next generation after the initial struggles.”

One of the general shifts that marked contemporary art was a change of media.

This shift is evident in “Phantom Sightings,” with conceptual pieces and art installations that reference common objects in surprising ways. Perhaps the most stunning example of this transformation is “One and the Same.” In this piece, a serape (blanket) is unwoven into an impressive image of shape and color.

Artist Adrian Esparza explains: “The serape was an object that I used every day until I realized that its vibrant threads could function as colorful paint. The found object was deconstructed in order to explore geometric forms and surreal architectural structures.”

While geometry can be universally appreciated, the pattern references a specific locale. It is a metamorphic recreation of an old painting by Audley Dean Nichols, titled “El Paso at Sunset.” Esparza recreated the painting’s mountains and clouds with serape threads. In a sense, he took two old things— one representing his culture, the other his home—and conceptually combined them to create something spectacular.

That is why “One and the Same” is emblematic of the “Phantom Sightings exhibit”—the artists here are taking their culture (Central America) and their home (the United States) and converging those worlds to create something new and extraordinary.

“I am proud to be included in ‘Phantom Sightings,’” Esparza says. “I have always considered myself an artist and have created accordingly, but the show made me aware that the objects that I chose reflected a cultural experience.”

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Dime novels of the nineteenth century romanticized outlaws of

the Old West as noble, free-spirited rogues who robbed from the rich and gave to the poor. Common sense tells us the reason they didn’t steal from the poor was that there was nothing to steal, and they didn’t share their ill-gotten wealth with them, either.

Dime novels were read voraciously not only by easterners but by foreigners as well. These books even inspired a few wannabes to go west and become outlaws. For some, it was a bad business decision.

For example, one of Arizona’s most exotic outlaw wannabes was William Tattenbaum, a young Russian officer in the czar’s army. He eagerly devoured these lurid tales from afar and became so enamored of the outlaws of the Old West that he deserted the army and came to America to become an outlaw.

He arrived in Tombstone, Arizona, in 1881, all decked out in new cowboy clothes. He’d even carved four notches on the handle of his six-shooter to show he’d killed men in battle. When they asked his name, the young man answered in his best tight-lipped cowboy dime-novel drawl, “They call me Russian Bill.”

Russian Bill was quite a novelty in Tombstone. Although he tried to act like an outlaw, he was much too refined to be taken seriously.

The tall, handsome, curly-headed blond spoke several languages fluently and was quite intelligent. Quoting Greek and Latin, he

charmed the shady ladies of Tombstone and Galeyville. Curly Bill and the other outlaws were amused and even let the Russian join their gang.

Still, Russian Bill felt like a phony. He was hanging out with some of the most notorious outlaws in the West, yet he’d never committed a crime.

So, to certify his claim, he rustled a few cows. It was the work of an amateur, and Bill was quickly captured and thrown into the pokey at Shakespeare, New Mexico. There he was reunited with a cohort from Tombstone named Sandy King.

The locals apparently hadn’t read the glorified accounts in dime novels of outlaws who robbed from the rich and gave to the poor.

A vigilance committee convened and sentenced the two to hang, calling one an outlaw and the other a “damned nuisance.”

Bill and Sandy were placed on their horses and hanged from the rafters of the dining hall at the Grant Hotel. The next morning, when the stage arrived, the passengers disembarked and went in for breakfast, the two were still dangling from the beams.

An enduring legend along the Mexican border says that when Bill’s mother, the Countess Telfrin in Moscow, inquired as to the circumstances surrounding her son’s death, she was told he died of a shortage of breathing—while at a high altitude.

He arrived in Tombstone, Arizona, in 1881, all decked out in new cowboy clothes. He’d even carved four notches on the handle of his six-shooter to show he’d killed men in battle.

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By Jon Kenton

The X-Files

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I have started to receive Microsoft Word files that I am unable to open. I have Office 2003, but it doesn’t seem to be able to open the files a friend has sent me. The files have .docx extension instead of just .doc. Do I have a problem, and how can I fix this and get to read these files?

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No, you don’t have a problem.

The .docx file was created with Microsoft Word that comes as part of Microsoft’s Office 2007 suite. With the 2007 edition, Microsoft introduced new file formats based on the XML (Extensible Markup Language) standard.

These new file formats offer a number of benefits. For example, files are automatically compressed, which reduces their size—some can be up to 75 percent smaller. This helps save on disk space and makes for smaller e-mails—a great benefit with Word or PowerPoint files that can contain large photos.

Folks with 2007 can read and write all earlier versions of office file formats. If you have Office 2003, there is an update patch that will let you read these files. If you search the Web for “office compatibility patch,” you should find a number of Microsoft links at or near the top of the

results. One or more of these links will lead you to the right place on Microsoft’s site to download and install the patch. Follow the instructions, and within a few minutes, you will be able to open your friend’s files.

You should note that there were many new features introduced in the 2007 suite that may not be compatible with older versions.

Microsoft has done a pretty good job introducing a compatibility checker with 2007 that reports those features that may not work with earlier versions when trying to save in a previous format. If you are going to be creating complex documents and interacting in a group with many other 2007 users, it may be worth considering an upgrade.

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I have a large spreadsheet created in Microsoft Excel. I need to update some of my data (many hundreds of rows) by the identical amount.

Is there an easy way to do this rather than rekeying all the values?

Yes, there is. The easiest way to perform simple mathematical functions on existing data is to use the “Paste Special” function. You can access this function through the edit options or via a right-click. You will see this function as well as the options to only paste certain contents or formats of a cell.

There are all the standard mathematical operations: add, subtract, multiply, and divide.

To complete your task, first locate an empty cell and enter the value by which you want to change your data when you apply the appropriate operation. Next, select the cell and “copy” it (use the edit menu or right-click).

Now use your mouse to select the range of cells containing your data. Lastly, use the Paste Special function and apply the desired operation. This may sound complicated, but it’s easier than you think. For example, if you need to add 100 to everything, enter 100 in the cell, copy this value, select your range, then Paste Special selecting the add operation, and all your data values will be increased by 100. To raise all the values by 15 percent, use 1.15 as your modifying value and select the multiply operation. Do a quick test on a blank worksheet with some trial values and you will see how it works.

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Water You Waiting For? B y Al a n a St r o u d

Summer is dwindling (for the kids, that is—the temperature’s its usual sweltering self!) and Labor Day fast approaches. It’s time to make

the most of Arizona’s weather and hit the water for some final days of fun. But play safe! Pack the sunblock, be on the lookout for monsoons, and keep abreast of current camping regulations—particularly to campfire advisories, considering our arid climate!

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When people think “lake,” they might first think “greenery.” Not here. Here you will find the awe-inspiring red rocks and flat mesas of Glen Canyon surrounding the deep blue water of Lake Powell. Enjoy dinner cruises, water activities, camping, and fishing. If you decide you want to make a weekend trip of it, head southeast to scenic Monument Valley, only three hours away. lakepowell.com

Roosevelt Lake

Go spend a day (or longer!) with the family at one of Arizona’s largest and oldest artificial reservoirs. Have some fun 4x4-ing or splashing around in the water. The lake provides opportunities for boating, camping, and off-roading on the trails on the north side of the lake. Be sure to see beautiful Salome Creek with its pinkish-white granite walls, pools, and waterfalls. Bachelor Cove is great for camping and swimming. americansouth west.net/arizona/roosevelt_lake

Bartlett Lake

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Lake Havasu City

While it’s still the perfect weather to be outdoors, take a weekend trip up to Arizona’s playground: Lake Havasu City. All kinds of recreational activities can be found there— water skiing, seaplane rides, go-kart racing, biking and, of course, shopping. Whether young or old, families or singles, Lake Havasu City has something for everyone and is just a four-hour drive away. Check out the thirteenth annual Iron Man Golf Tournament on August 29 or take part in the Lake Havasu Classic National Bass West Fishing Tournament on September 25–26. golakehavasu.com

Lake Mead

Located on the Nevada/Arizona border and created by the legendary Hoover Dam, this lake is a great choice for water sports, camping, and hiking. Rent a houseboat and make a weekend of floating around the lake reading, enjoying the weather, fishing, and letting the kids splash. With all the hidden coves to explore, you can rent a kayak and spend a day finding them. The weekend of August 15 and 16 is Fee-Free Weekend! Las Vegas is only an hour away if you choose to head up that way next. nps.gov/lame/index.htm

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Diversion Convergence at Norterra Shops B y Al a n a St r o u d • P h o t o c o u r t e s y T r e n d y T A G B o u t i q u e

August not only marks the back-to-school season but it also signals that the end of summer is upon us. Those two things typically equal time to shop! Shops at Norterra has a diversified selection of stores, eateries, and entertainment venues from which to choose. Send the hubby and kids over to Harkins while you pick out a new wardrobe or set the family down at Paradise Bakery & Café for a light meal once the shopping is done.

Be sure to check out clothing stores like Trendy TAG Boutique, Fans & Fashionistas, and SoVain for the latest styles and fashion trends. Trendy TAG Boutique features lines from brand names like Chinese Laundry, Juicy Couture, and Body Language, to name a few.

Fans & Fashionistas is a fabulous blend of sports stuff for him and handbags for her, so couples can do their shopping together. There are always sales happening, so stop in and see what you can score!

SoVain is a clothing boutique for men and women that offers edgy to casual styles for those heading to school or out for a night on the town.

To see all that The Shops at Norterra has to offer, visit norterra shopping.com. Mention North Valley Magazine for a 20 percent discount at Fans & Fashionistas.

Yes—MAM

By Cassaundra Brooks

Everyone is feeling the effects of fuel prices, which are again on the rise. Carpooling and occasionally working from home helps those with long commutes to work, but what about those who must do time on the road? Companies that rely on vehicle fleets for service or deliveries struggle to improve service while controlling costs in the down economy. Fuel costs alone can account for a substantial percentage of a company’s total operating costs. Technology like MAM (mobile asset management) is a big help, but historically, it has been expensive and complicated.

That is changing. New MAM technology has begun to hit the market, and the Web-enabled offering operates on a real-time basis, enhancing route optimization and planning, vehicle tracking, engine data capture, engine idle time, IFTA reporting, dispatch management, and customer service. Time is money, and efficiency on the road is best achieved through good drivers, good vehicles, and good management. Sprint’s premier Arizona business partner, eSystems Management, is helping to make the latter possible.

Remember how wonderful the car phone was, if you were one

of the lucky relative few to have one, and how obsolete it became when the mobile phone caught on? How did companies dependent on vehicle fleets and the like function without modern technology?

Perhaps soon you will wonder how your company operated before implementing MAM technology. Several local companies have already optimized this technology to increase their bottom line by 15 to 20 percent. In a time when saving every penny, attracting new and return customers, and operating smoothly and efficiently on a daily basis are crucial to survival, we need to look into our options.

This is just one of many.

For more information, call Mike Estabrooks at (602) 515-5967.

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Rubies—Telling the Real from the Ripoff [ By Scott Bohall ]

Whether rubies conjure images of Doro-

thy’s red slippers in The Wizard of Oz or the luscious lips of a model, you probably envision something positive when you think about the deeply hued gem. In the ancient language of Sanskrit, ruby is ratnaraj, which translates to “king of precious stones.” Writings from as far back as biblical times speak of wisdom as “more valuable than rubies” and a woman of virtue as “more precious than rubies.” In the eleventh century in what is now Iran, the ruby was considered the most prized gem. In 1894, the most popular and complete gem book to date indicated that a top-quality ruby was considered the most valuable precious gem known to human beings.

Not everyone who wants a fine ruby can afford one. Around a hundred years ago, a few types of simulated and synthetic rubies appeared on the market. Many of our relatives still own men’s rings with a rectangular flamefusion (synthetic) ruby. In the ’70s and ’80s, the malls were flooded with stores that carried rubies created in labs—they still do. The availability of and profit from these fabricated gems

are better for jewelers than rubies that come from the earth.

Here, though, is where it gets a little more complicated, and here’s why you should find a good, responsible jeweler.

Most rubies mined in the last hundred years were heated to improve the clarity and, often, the color of the ruby. Finding certified, unheated rubies of good quality is rare. The market became used to all the lookalike rubies as well as the various qualities that came from the ground. New technology in the last decade produced a few new ways to take very low-grade rubies and fill the cracks with leaded glass—like with a ding in your windshield. Color was also added to make a $2 stone look like a $200 gem. The FTC requires disclosure of any treatments that greatly affect value. The problem is that most places selling these new rubies—e.g., the Internet, auctions, department stores, cruise ships, and a number of retail jewelers—are not disclosing that information. There is a huge difference between heat-treating a natural ruby and taking junk and making it look good.

The Arizona Jewelers Association has alerted the media to this practice and challenged major jewelry outlets to comply with federal laws, but the overwhelming attitude is that consumers don’t seem to care, so why should the sellers? I could not disagree more—consumers simply don’t know how badly they are being cheated. Be sure, then, that when you click your heels together and say, “Take me to the rubies,” that the jeweler is a reputable one. If you want a real ruby, your jeweler will provide you with the information you need to know about your gem’s pedigree—whether it came from the Ruby City or some guy in a lab behind a curtain.

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Golf Improve Your Game

Posture Segment 2

[ By Scott Sackett • Photos by Colleen Miniuk-Sperry ]

In the last issue of NVM, I talked about Step One of a great setup: The Grip. This article is going to cover Step Two of a great setup: Posture. The body angles that you create at address determine what you can and cannot do in the golf swing. When you maintain a consistent posture, the likelihood of creating a repetitive swing is magnified. If you want to improve your current ball striking, you must understand the importance of how the body moves through the golf swing.

The most difficult thing about the golf swing is the up-anddown movement of the arms and the rotation of the body.

These two movements control the overall path and the angle of attack. Their coordination produces solid contact and powerful shots. The first key to combining these movements effectively is posture, because how you stand directly affects the size and shape of the motions. Check the posture of tour players, and you’ll see that these angles are almost universal.

They include a spine angle (forward bend from the hips) of approximately 30 to 40 degrees from vertical and a side tilt away from the target of two to ten degrees, with the left shoulder slightly higher than the right and the head behind the ball.

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Your head should be behind the ball. This raises your left shoulder slightly higher than your right and should give you a small amount of side tilt away from the target. (see Fig. 1)

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Take your grip; stand straight up with your feet together.

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Spread your feet shoulder width apart, with knees locked.

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Stick your rear end out with your knees still locked. This position allows you to bend from the hips rather than from the waist.

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Ground the club while keeping your knees locked.

After the club is grounded properly, bend your knees slightly. This places the spine at the proper angle.

Your weight should be balanced over the balls of your feet, partly favoring the heel. Never are you on your toes during a golf swing.

Golf Improve Your Game Side Tilt

At address, the spine must be tilted slightly away from the target. (See Fig. 1) This is the number-one fundamental that I see golfers overlook, because many amateurs think the head starts directly over the ball in a full swing. This is a vital element of great ball striking.

Preset the hips an inch or two toward the target and position the sternum slightly away from the target to create the proper side tilt. Once you tilt, it is important for your body to be balanced

at address. With effective side tilt, we are now prepared to use our body to its greatest extent. It allows us to load on the right post in the backswing and return to impact with our head behind the ball. This is one universal fundamental of all tour players—Claude Harmon said it best: “It’s pretty hard to get behind something that you never got behind in the first place.” Achieving side tilt at address allows us to hit the ball with power and accuracy.

Remember: If you’re going to imple-

ment power into the action, your head must be behind the ball at the point of contact.

Your posture should remain constant, regardless of the club you’re hitting. If the club is shorter, the overall shaft plane will be steeper; conversely, if the club is longer, the overall shaft plane will be flatter.

Results of Good Posture

Good posture promotes a level backswing. If your stance is overly upright, for instance, you will grow taller in the backswing, thus restricting your shoulder turn and reducing power. Stand too hunched, and the swing becomes very steep. By staying level throughout the swing, you can swing the clubhead at maximum speed at a 90-degree angle to your forward spine tilt.

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The proper side tilt also helps you turn behind the ball, which allows you to

load up on your right post for a powerful coil. All good golf swings operate around two axis points: the right leg and the left leg. If your posture is poor, you’re more likely to rotate around only a single axis point, which makes it next to impossible to deliver the club with any balance and force behind it. As stated earlier, all good players set up with the head behind the ball—a result of the spine tilting away from the target—and keep it behind the ball through

impact. It does not return in front of the ball or over the top of the ball. This is why side tilt is necessary.

Make sure the entire spine tilts as a unit; don’t simply move your head behind the ball.

Now that you have a better understanding of posture, start observing Tiger Woods, and you will see why he is the best ball striker in the world today.

Scott Sackett is a Golf Magazine Top 100 Teacher. Scott teaches at McCormick Ranch Golf Club in Scottsdale. He is also the director of instruction at The Rim Golf Club in Payson. He splits his time equally.

To reach Scott, call him at (904) 838-2721 or e-mail him at scottsackett@cox.net.

Visit his Web site at scottsackett.com.

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{ Technology }

Understand Camera Technology and Take Better Pictures [ By Jon Kenton ]

The fundamental technology behind the camera has not changed since they were first invented. Removing artistic composition from the equation, a good photograph requires that the subject be in focus and that the exposure be correct. The principles of exposure have never changed—correct exposure requires a specific amount of light to fall on the “film.”

Three components combine to create the exposure: the aperture (or the hole in the lens that lets light through), the shutter speed (how long the hole is open), and the sensitivity (ISO) of the film (how much light is needed). To create any given exposure, you can have multiple combinations of the three elements as long as they provide the same result. For example, if perfect exposure is obtained with a specific aperture open for 1/30 of a second, doubling the aperture setting (letting in twice as much light) only needs half the time (i.e., 1/60 of a second). The table below shows examples using different combinations that lead to the 46

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same result. Note that I have used illustrative numbers, not true photographic values, to keep the math simple.

Aperture

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The actual values used for aperture are known as f-stops. Each full stop halves/ doubles the amount of light let through.

The exact range of values available will depend on your lens—typical values might be f/2.8, f/4, f/5.6, f/8, f/11, f/16, and f/22.

Speed is expressed in seconds or fractions of a second. Again, as you double/half each value, you change the exposure by one stop.

Sensitivity is expressed as an ISO value, with 100 as the typical base. Each doubling of the ISO makes it twice as sensitive (needs half the amount of light). What do these different attributes do?

Aperture affects the depth of field or the depth of the area that will be in good focus.

Large apertures have small DOF—great for those portraits where you want to blur the background. Landscapes usually need a very large DOF so that everything is in focus (small aperture).

Speed is all about the ability to capture motion. For still life, any shutter speed will work—even five minutes using a tripod would be fine, as the subject doesn’t move.

To capture your child at a sporting event and freeze him or her in sharp focus will require a shutter speed of at least 1/500s.

Sensitivity lets you change how the film or sensor reacts to light. Low ISOs need more light, and high ISOs need less. As we will see, changing the ISO lets you take better shots in specific situations.

On a nice sunny day in perfectly lit conditions, your camera will probably take great shots in its default auto mode. In less-thanperfect conditions, or when you are looking for a specific result, taking control of the exposure settings will allow you to get the best shots.

Even on a bright day, when shooting indoors, there is rarely enough light for standard auto exposures. The shutter speed will need to be much slower than you can handhold without introducing shake or blur.

Setting the ISO to 800 instead of 100 means that you can now shoot three stops faster (e.g., 1/60s instead of 1/8s). Great when you can’t use a flash—say, in an art gallery or museum.

If you want to take an outdoor portrait but the background is unattractive and would distract from the subject, the auto setting would typically have a smaller aperture because of the bright sunlight and render the ugly background in focus. Set your camera to “aperture priority” mode (typically Av on the dial) and set the aperture as wide as you can (lower number, e.g., 2.8). Focus on the eyes and hit the shutter button. Zooming in can also help to decrease the DOF. Set up right and you will have a nice, sharp portrait with a blurred background, which would be desirable.

Understanding the fundamental technology of your camera allows you take control when needed and get the results you want, not the ones the camera wants to give you.

Happy shooting!

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Not Necessarily Unnecessary [ By Alana Stroud ]

(1) Fancy Frames

These gold and wood frames are layered in white gold, boast six diamonds on each end piece and another eleven diamonds on the bridge, and have temples made from buffalo horn. $1,700 at Optical Gallery Arizona. (623) 362-8642 or opticalgalleryaz.com (2) Henckel Knives

Quality kitchen gadgets are necessary for creating gourmet meals. This ten-piece block set of steel ergonomic knives includes all you need to chop, carve, and slice your way to culinary perfection. $945 at jahenckels.com (3) Charlotte Thomas Bedding

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We (supposedly) spend a third of our lives sleeping, so why not sleep in style on the best bedding? Charlotte Thomas’s Bespoke collection is interwoven with 22-karat gold thread and backed with Indian silk. A pillowcase goes for $2,350, while a king-size duvet cover costs $12,760. charlottethomas.co.uk (4) 27,000 Square-Foot Estate

A single-family home this size offers plenty of space for privacy! Enjoy seven bedrooms, nine and a half baths, pool and Jacuzzi, indoor tennis court, and two detached guest homes on a ten-plus acre lot in Scottsdale, all for the fair price of $15,900,000. frankaazami.com (5) Microsoft Surface

Love your iPhone and wish you had something larger that could do the same stuff? Enter Microsoft Surface, a digitally interactive touch-table with a 30-inch display that can connect with other networks, printers, and more, all by the stroke of a finger. Currently only available for commercial purchase. Begins at $12,500. microsoft.com/SURFACE (6) Ravenscroft Pianos

If you’re serious about your music, you’ll want a Ravenscroft. Pianos like Model 275, base price $280,000, are all handcrafted and can even be customized to your specific sound and cabinet style. All materials are imported from around the world and assembled in their state-of-the-art Scottsdale facility. spreemanpianoinnovations.com (7) Private Jet

Tired of bustling airports and conforming to a preset schedule? Bombardier SkyJet will set you free with the use of their SkyJet membership, which allows you to charter a private plane at your leisure. You need give only twelve hours notice and a $100,000 deposit using your SkyJet card. skyjet.com (8) Custom Pool

This peaceful paradise by Tribal Waters Custom Pools & Spas offers a resort-style atmosphere with the privacy of home. A raised spa with an overflowing water feature pours into the pool, a lovely grotto feature adds tranquility to the whole backyard escape, and the large barbecue/kitchen area for cooking is topped with a Ramada/Cabana providing much-needed shade from the heat. $160,000. (623) 587-8500 or tribalwaters.us

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Canker Sore or Cancer? [ By Dr. Wilson Kwong ]

I have a sore in my mouth. How can I be sure whether it is a canker sore or oral cancer?

In addition to checking for cavities and

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gum disease, dentists look for signs of oral cancers when we do an examination during a checkup. We look at the most common areas where oral cancer is found: under the tongue and on the floor of the mouth, on and around the sides of the tongue, in the back of the throat, on the sides of the cheeks, on the roof of the mouth, and around the lips. Sometimes an X-ray will reveal cancer in the bones of the upper or lower jaw or in the spaces in the sinuses. Dentists will also examine the neck for unusual swellings or hardening of the lymph nodes, which may indicate cancer in the throat. One of my patients noticed an unusual change in his voice and later found that he had a tumor on his larynx. Fortunately, it was operable, and he continues to sing in his band today.

Oral cancers look like red sores or white patches. They are often painful and irregularly shaped, and bleed easily. Unlike canker sores or cold sores, they do not improve or disappear over time. Teeth around the area may be loose or uncomfortable to chew on.

Patients may also notice a lump or thickening in the mouth or throat.

A biopsy is the only certain way to determine if tissue is cancerous. Biopsies can be performed by your dentist or an oralmedicine or surgical specialist. The tissue sample is then sent for a histological test at a lab to determine if it is a cancer. Different levels of severity, from benign to malignant, will be assessed, and treatment will be recommended. Complete removal of the cancerous tissue is recommended to prevent spread, or metastasis. Treatment may also involve radiation and chemotherapy if it

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There is no absolute prevention of oral cancers. There are ways to reduce your risk, however, such as minimizing drinking alcoholic beverages, refraining from smoking or chewing tobacco, and eating healthy foods. is suspected that the cancer has spread to other parts of the body. Unfortunately, if the cancer is advanced, radical surgery to remove large areas is often required in order to save a patient’s life. This type of surgery can be disfiguring and debilitating to the patient, who will often have difficulty with chewing and swallowing, and may require speech rehabilitation. As with all forms of cancer, early detection is crucial.

There is no absolute prevention of oral cancers. There are ways to reduce your risk, however, such as minimizing drinking alcoholic beverages, refraining from smoking or chewing tobacco, and eating healthy foods.

The combination of alcohol and tobacco is particularly risky, as alcohol thins out or

strips away the lining of the oral tissue, which then allows the carcinogens in tobacco to damage the cells. Limiting sun exposure and using a lip balm containing sunscreen will help to prevent cancer on the lips. Infection with the human papilloma virus (HPV) has been linked to several types of cancer, including oral, so practicing safe sex can also help to reduce your risk.

Going to the dentist is an important part of your total wellness and should be done on a regular basis. Ask your dentist to evaluate your overall oral health with a thorough cancer screen.

Keep smiling—sometimes a sore is just a sore!

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Porsche Cayenne GTS [ B y G r e g R u b e n st e i n ]

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If you love to drive but need a four-door with room for luggage and maybe even the ability to tow a boat or camper, the Porsche Cayenne GTS might be your perfect choice for satisfying all your motoring needs.

By no measure is the Cayenne GTS a svelte sports sedan, but it does have four doors, a sixspeed manual transmission (an automatic is also available) and 405 horsepower V-8. It also has brilliant driving dynamics that belie the heft of this nearly two-and-half-ton (4,905 pounds) SUV. An authoritative exhaust note stirs the driver to push the GTS, and it willingly responds, whether gliding through traffic, clipping the perfect on-ramp apex, or gobbling up freeway miles.

Stuck to the ground with meaty 295/35 tires mounted on 21-inch (by 10-inch-wide) wheels, in the hands of a skilled driver, this SUV will out-handle any other sport ute on the road—and maybe even a few sports cars.

The GTS starts at a base price of $71,600, and options will quickly boost the total. Our test model hit $90,445, though fortunately the GTS’s standard equipment is extensive. The list includes full-time all-wheel-drive, six-piston brake calipers front and four-piston calipers in the rear, power everything, an antitheft system, plus a refrigerated glove compartment.

Notable upgrades on our test model were $3,170 for Alcantara/leather seats with leather interior, $1,560 for Bi-Xenon headlights with washers, $3,300 for Porsche Communication Management with navigation, and $1,300 for heated front seats with driver memory package and light comfort package.

When introduced, the 2003 Cayenne shared distinct styling cues with the iconic Porsche 911 that made it a sleek and stylish SUV option. Restyled for 2008, it has grown larger, and while still maintaining a familial look, it now says wagon much more than sports car. It’s an appealing design, looking aggressive, muscular, and a bit angular, and providing a road presence

that’s less fashion accessory and more utility.

We had the opportunity to spend a week utilizing our GTS for both the daily commute in rush-hour traffic and a weekend jaunt from Phoenix to Tucson. The heavy-shifting six-speed isn’t for everyone, though the wide torque band lessens the requirement to frequently stir the gearbox in slow-and-go driving. This Cayenne is really at home gobbling up long miles of pavement, easily capable of effortless triple-digit driving (if only Arizona had an unlimited speed Autobahn!).

For all its driving pleasure, the GTS does exact a toll at the pump. EPA’s rated at 11

city and 17 highway, and you’ll have to drive with a light right foot to get those numbers.

In over 300 miles of mixed city and mostly freeway driving, we managed a touch over 15 mpg. At least, it has a large 26.4-gallon fuel tank.

Some people still question why a sports car company sells an SUV. The answer is because people buy them, and its hugely profitable success allows Porsche to continue to produce the sports cars the manufacturer is so well known for.

Besides, if you have a 911, Cayman, or Boxster in the garage, what better way to take the kids to school or the family up to the slopes than in the Cayenne? That is, at least until the Porsche’s new four-door Panamera sedan goes on sale in October.

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Helping Small Businesses Become Successful with the Use of Automation [ By Alana Stroud ]

If you haven’t heard of Infusionsoft, you

soon will. Consider it the company that will turn your dreams of being a successful small business owner into reality simply by utilizing the tools the two founders discovered were must-haves for the road to massive growth. Curious? Read on.

Infusionsoft is a Web-based program that automates marketing, sales, and customer management. Combined with CRM (customer relationship management), e-mail marketing, and e-commerce on autopilot, the business saves time and money and so can focus on greater things—like their customers, running the company, and growing itself. Included in the software are ways to manage contacts, send out targeted e-mails, and capture leads online. Businesses can sell, track their deals, and even collect money, all online. Since the software is Web-based, this means that businesses can access Infusionsoft anytime and anywhere.

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began with a couple of entrepreneurs who saw a need for small businesses that had the desire to become big businesses, and so decided to fill it. Cofounder and CEO Clate Mask and founder and vice president Steve Martineau have a successful history of entrepreneurial endeavors ranging from door-to-door sales to growing dot-com companies, and they know that most businesses fail or lose sales because of lack of follow-up. Today, Mask and Martineau run Infusionsoft, which provides automatic follow-up software designed to help small

businesses with their marketing and sales.

Why is this important? It stimulates growth, and what business doesn’t want to grow? The software, paired with Infusionsoft’s famous “Double Your Sales” guarantee, offers customers quite the formula for success.

Mask and Martineau say that Infusionsoft has experienced enough of its own growth since its inception in 2001 to have made a recent modification of its business plan, completely eliminating upfront fees and offering a fifteen-day free trial of the product, including setup and customer support. Infusionsoft, like any other company, has taken customer feedback and experience to fine-tune its product so it will be as beneficial as possible for customers. It is now more user-friendly and streamlined, and the company’s pricing has taken on a tiered structure in order to accommodate all interested businesses that wish to grow with Infusionsoft’s software.

To find out more about what Infusionsoft can do for you and your company, visit their Web site at infusionsoft.com. Check out the FAQs for information and the Raving Fans page for testimonials, case studies, and links to other companies using the service. Most importantly, you can read about the product and company to know whether Infusionsoft is the right fit for you. If it is, check the pricing structure and sign up.

Check out Clate Mask’s blog at infusion blog.com/author/clatem and read his story about how Infusionsoft became successful and his advice to anyone who wants to share the success. You can download his e-book, The Edge of Success: 9 Building Blocks to Double Your Sales, at infusionsoft.com/edge. If you’re on Twitter, follow Infusionsoft at twitter.com/infusionsoft.

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Ebisu Sushi and Grill

Scottsdale Swank, Manhattan Vibe, Priced for Everyone

By Gerald Calamia Photos by Eric Fairchild

>Ebisu in Anthem could sit anywhere along Scottsdale Road and fit in perfectly. But when you step inside, you’ll see the Manhattan-loftstyle theme in the décor and atmosphere, with its open ceilings and plush seating accommodations. The interior features a large bar with ample seating, situated off to the side of a spacious main dining room. You have a great view from anywhere in the restaurant of the sushi chefs at work in their open cooking station. Restaurateur and proprietor Kwan Jin sought perfection in the design and the quality of food and its presentation, making for a great overall dining experience; I think he has met those standards throughout.

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We started out with two of the many exciting cocktails: the Godiva Swirl and the Bird of Paradise. The Godiva has a sweet, decadent, rich chocolaty flavor, while the Bird of Paradise offers you a tangy, soothing tropical burst with the Cruzan guava and Parrot Bay coconut rums mixed in.

Their cocktails offer flavors from lime to raspberry, grenadine to sweet and sour, dry sake to double-espresso vodka. There is also a great shots list if you opt out of having a Sake Bomb to start off with.

The menu is designed so that you can enjoy just appetizers and salad, or drinks and sushi, or a five-course meal—whatever the occasion calls for. The appetizers, salads, and noodle choices offer ample portions that range in selection and preparation: raw, tempura, seared, lightly fried, sautéed, panfried, coconut battered, grilled, chilled, and sliced. The nabeyaki udon noodles are served in a piping-hot iron bowl—don’t miss them, they’re fantastic.

Jin believes that having classically trained Japanese chefs allows his restaurant to present dishes that highlight culinary experiences. The appetizers and salads that we began with were the coconut shrimp, fire cracker, and calamari and avocado salads. The salads were crispy and refreshingly light, and had fresh, colorful presentations of greens, tomatoes, and cucumbers. The calamari salad was served with a mustard dressing. We added grilled shrimp to the avocado salad, which came with a delicious ginger dressing.

The coconut shrimp were large and tender, covered by a crunchy, light coconut batter.

The sweet red chili sauce that accompanied them was the perfect accent to the dish. The fire cracker, as its name indicates, is for the “heat lovers” out there. It has a spicy tuna core mixed with tomatoes, Masako caviar, and green onion. The heat of the spicy tuna

is initially subdued by the caviar so you can taste its full flavor, and then is turned up again as you just start to finish your serving. Make sure to keep water on hand. The nabeyaki udon noodles are mixed in with shitake mushrooms, green onions, eggs, konnyaku (mountain yam), cabbage, fishcake, and shrimp tempura. The flavorful broth, large udon noodles, and the seafood infusion all come together for a wonderful filling dish that is light and delicious.

Our entrees included the chicken katsu, the Chilean sea bass, and Ebisu’s beef ribs.

The chicken katsu tastes as good as it looks.

It’s assembled by taking the tenderized slices of panko-breaded chicken topped with a special tonkatsu sauce and building them up over an ample portion of rice atop grilled fresh asparagus. This was a flavorsome dish, light and palatable. The Ebisu’s beef ribs were tender, soft, thinly sliced beef short ribs marinated in Ebisu’s own Japanese-style barbecue sauce. The Chilean sea bass was a soft, layered filet marinated with a deep miso flavor that effectively brought out the fish’s full flavor.

We chose a few selections from Ebisu’s Special Sushi Rolls menu as well as some sushi nigiri (fresh, raw fish over tender rice).

The rolls we chose were the Heart Attack (Ebisu’s most popular), the Dynamite, the Monsoon, and the Cherry Blossom.

The Heart Attack takes jalapeño, splits it, and then stuffs it with spicy crabmeat. It is then lightly fried and topped with sweet eel sauce. This roll is a must-try. The Dynamite has mixed scallops, crab, and cheese served on top of a California roll with sweet chili sauce. For seafood lovers, this roll should be an automatic check on the sushi and rolls order form. We chose yellowtail, snapper, crab, and whole scallops for the traditional sushi atop rice. Everything was fresh and appetizing.

We finished the meal with two choices from the dessert menu: the chocolate lava cake and fried bananas, and Ebisu’s fruit roll, which doubles as a dessert roll or vegetarian sushi. The chocolate lava cake was rich in flavor and served warm with a soft center. It was drizzled with a sweet raspberry sauce to balance the richness of the chocolate. The bananas were fried just right, crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. The flavors that surrounded the bananas made them a savory treat. The fruit roll was surprisingly scrumptious. I wasn’t sure how rice was going to taste with kiwi, strawberries, and whipped cream, but it works—very well, in fact.

Our visit to Ebisu would not have been as fluid and complete were it not for the help of our server, Nicolas Eeman. He and Jin kept us entertained, filled our glasses when empty, brought us hot, delicious food, and shared with us what Ebisu is really about.

Great times, delectable food, excellent service, a warm ambience—all of this comes at a very affordable price. Make sure to visit the wonderful staff and chefs at Ebisu Sushi and Grill for your next great Japanese dining experience.

Ebisu Sushi & Grill is located in the Fry’s Shopping Center at 39510 Daisy Mountain Rd., #160 in Anthem. Call (623) 465-1600 or visit ebisurestaurants.com for hours and reservations.

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By Alana Stroud

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Op p{ ort u n i}t y K no c k s O p e n t h e D oo r a n d L e t t h e R e m od e l B e g i n !

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• By Dale Gardon

ith many of us hesitant to sell our homes because of the depressed real estate market, we should turn our focus to adding value to our residences through minor or major improvements. These undoubtedly can add great long-term value to your home and help distinguish it in the marketplace when the market for real estate returns. Perhaps even more significant is the fact that this is the time to take advantage of the current beneficial cost of construction, which can afford greater livability to your home, indoors or out.

Many of us live in homes that are now ten to twenty years old, some perhaps older, and frankly, we become comfortable just sitting around and not paying attention to what we really don’t see about our homes’ quality and character. They may be dated or worn and generally need sprucing up. This is often painfully obvious to our guests, but not to us. What you need to evaluate your home’s aesthetic needs is an objective critique from professional resources like architects, interior designers, or qualified homebuilders and remodelers. I’m sure that, if you are like most people, you have recently considered a few ideas on how to refresh the appearance of your home’s interior or exterior.

Whoever you are and wherever you live, it may not seem obvious at first, but now is the perfect opportunity for those ideas. There has been no better time in the past ten years to consider a makeover, regardless of how minor or major. Homeowners who are reasonably financially secure enough to invest in their homes are the real winners and can now reap the benefits of market conditions 64

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that have caused a lot of stress in the residential contracting industry. Factors such as rising unemployment, falling home values, and diminished financial portfolios have certainly put the pinch on the demand for new home construction, and therefore the squeeze is on residential contractors who find their crews

now idle, waiting for the calls. That spells savings for those who can afford to remodel now, since most contractors are able to bid projects significantly lower than they did just a year or two ago. The costs of building products are coming down, labor prices are falling, along with profit margins, and the savings are coming to you—and, in most cases, to the tune of 20 percent or more compared with a year ago. In what other area is your money earning you 20 percent?

Out of everything that you could possibly do inside your home, where are the real value returns for your efforts and expense? Historically, the kitchen has been considered the heart of the home and still marks one of the best locations to get the most bang for the buck. It may be just a cabinet makeover; or it can be a complete surgery to enhance the appliance package, an opening of the room up to other adjacent spaces, and a complete cabinet upgrade.

 This before-and-after example from Sesshu Design Associates demonstrates the benefits of a complete cabinet and counter top redo, creating a warmth and openness to the kitchen that has a dramatic effect on the perception of the space.

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home and community for many years and find it too hard to give up, even to the point of considering it irreplaceable. Therefore, a complete renovation and financial reinvestment may make the most sense for them. Many homes can be significantly dated in the exterior appearance, yet the interiors may be in great condition.

Consider for a moment the idea of completely transforming the exterior façade without requiring extensive structural retrofitting.

A home can be transformed from a nondescript mid-1980s monolithic styling to a timeless contemporary character with the added richness of new  Brooks-Henry Interior Design Studio accomplished color and texture. a stunning transformation of the living area of this home by adding a textural richness to the interior This example of signifimaterial palette. cant or expansive renovation may in fact be the wave of the near future as opposed to newly constructed homes. This is an opportune moment for making a home purchase and remodeling the residence, as existing homes available in a distressed sale condition will easily represent the greater value on a cost-per-square-foot basis.

This is as compared with new homes for several years to come until the bulk of that inventory has scaled back back to reasonable levels. Again, what this feet can be another great strategy. Consider means to you is that if you are interested in upgrading the overgrown or sparse landscape transitioning from your current residential and updating the adjacent exterior terrace property, you should seek out these oppormaterials that may have cracked or faded tunities now. Again, to protect yourself from over time. a bad investment, you should seek the advice And does size really matter? In the case of the professional resources previously cited. of additions, it may not, since a 100-squareThis type of guidance could be the smartest foot pool-bath addition that is exquisitely money spent if you choose to engage prodetailed may be the perfect element to comfessionals for design concepts prior to your plete your existing lifestyle and provide the purchase. You will get the most creative ideas added convenience that your home needs. of how to differently utilize space indoors It is not inconceivable to consider a or out. These ideas will more than pay you makeover that can entail more than 50 perback in the long run. Additionally, they can cent and maybe up to 100 percent of the area identify the real pitfalls that may lie ahead of a home. This may require moving out in what could be the proverbial money pit. temporarily, but it is worth all the interim There is usually much more than meets the disruption of living in the home just to reeye to a remodel—many things can lurk beturn, upon its completion, to the refreshed low the surface, and the untrained observer home and site. The reality is that many won't necessarily notice them. Major issues people find that they have enjoyed their We do spend a lot of time in the living and family room areas of the home. Unique ways to enhance those areas can involve major changes to the interior finish, material, and colors, as well as a reconsideration of the flow and furniture arrangements and potential incorporation of adjacent underutilized spaces.

Bathrooms are often right behind kitchens as the focus for remodeling dollars.

Opening up the visual connectivity or flow of a home can have a dramatic impact and does not have to drain the already stressed bank account. Don’t look past the exterior living spaces, either. Adding or enhancing the outdoor living areas to visually expand the perception of your home’s indoor livable square

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such as structural defects, electrical hazards, and plumbing disasters all need to be evaluated thoroughly before you embark down the remodel trail.

You might also be pleasantly surprised at how much good advice you can get for a minimal investment

 This mid-1980s nondescript triplex townhome

building was redesigned by Dale Gardon Design with a proposed exterior makeover consisting of exterior material modifications and some minor architectural feature enhancements to achieve a dramatic visual transformation.

of a professional’s time. Most are willing to have an initial consultation without cost to you. Additionally, you can expect that they will freely share not only experiences similar to yours but also initial ideas about how to maximize the value of the home or potential purchase. If you’re thinking, I can’t afford an architect, interior designer, etc., you also must consider the cost of not hiring one.

If you believe, as I do, that there’s no place quite like home, this is a good time, economically speaking, to put that belief into practice. This type of spiritual and financial reward of accomplishing a remodel, renovation, or addition benefits the home’s longterm value as well as the enhanced quality and livability. What more could you ask for in a time that has placed so much unwanted stress on us all?

Idea Checklist Makeover ideas can start with simple elements that can provide dramatic results. Consider the impact of modifying just one of the following:

• interior wall colors • cabinets • countertops • floor materials • showers and bathtubs • appliances • closets • lighting • exterior materials or color • landscaping • outdoor kitchen/barbecue areas • terraces

Event Calendar

August 7–9 MARICOPA COUNTY HOME & GARDEN SHOW

The University of Phoenix Stadium opens its doors to home improvement companies with the latest and greatest products and services on display. Adults $5, children $2. (602) 485-1691 or maricopacountyhome shows.com August 7–September 20 THE TAFFETAS

Plunge into the musical 1950s with four fictional sisters from Indiana singing your favorite classic hits.

At the Arizona Broadway Theatre. (623) 776-8400 or azbroadwaytheatre.com

go directly to Child Help USA. At Arizona Virtual Studios. (480) 313-9901 or chaoscomedy.com August 9 SEAN HANNITY PRESENTS FREEDOM CONCERT ’09

Featuring Billy Ray Cyrus, Charlie Daniels, Michael W. Smith, and Oliver North. A patriotic event for the whole family. At Jobing.com Arena.

(623) 772-3200 or jobingarena.com August 9 CAMELBACK COIN & COLLECTIBLES SHOW

August 8

The Elks Lodge in Scottsdale hosts a free event, with U.S. and foreign coins, tokens, and paper money. (480) 370-7939

COMEDY WITH A CAUSE

August 11

The hilarious improv troupe Chaos Comedy hosts a special night of comedy for a worthy cause. Tickets are on a donation basis—anything you want to pay. All proceeds

LIVING TO TELL THE STORY: IGNITING THE STORYTELLER WITHIN

Stella Pope Duarte conducts a workshop on oral storytelling. At the Paradise Valley

Community Center. $75 admission. (602) 534-2011 August 21 THIRD FRIDAY CONCERT IN THE PARK

Local Arizona bands perform a free show at the new Civic Space Park. Bring your blanket and relax! phoenix.gov August 22–November 21 JACK AND THE BEANSTALK

Check out the well-known tale at Hale Centre Theatre.

Adults $12, children $10.

(480) 497-1181 or haletheatrearizona.com August 29 NURSES OF THE YEAR AWARDS

The March of Dimes and Presenting Partner Health Net hold the fourth annual Nurses of the Year Awards

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Gala. It’s an elegant evening celebrating the best Arizonan nurses. At the Westin Kierland Resort & Spa. $150 admission.

September 3 “BUGS BUNNY ON BROADWAY”

Come to Symphony Hall for your cartoon favorites. Watch animated classics on screen as The Phoenix Symphony plays Carl Stalling’s original Looney Toons score live.

(602) 495-1999 or phoenixsymphony.org September 3–October 10 SHE LOVES ME

George and Amalia, feuding clerks in a 1930s European perfumery, have no idea they are romantic pen pals. The musical debuted in 1963 and comes from Jerry Bock and Sheldon Harnick, the Fiddler on the Roof songwriting team.

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At the Hale Centre Theatre. $17–$24. (480) 497-1181 or haletheatrearizona.com

caffeinated” comedy at the Herberger Theatre.

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This musical comedy whodunit won David Hyde Pierce a Tony two years ago.

At Phoenix Theatre.

(602) 254-2151 or phoenixtheatre.com September 5 PHOENIX COOKS!

Foodies unite at the Westin Kierland Resort & Spa. Fun and education are on hand, courtesy of some of the Valley’s top chefs, boutique wineries, spirits, and specialty kitchen retailers. Guests learn cooking secrets and enjoy tasty creations from over fifty top Valley restaurants. $75 and $90. Proceeds benefit Phoenix Children’s Hospital.

(602) 374-6000 September 11–27 TRIPLE ESPRESSO

The Actors Theatre presents the return of the “highly-

September 19–20 KIDSFAIRE

America’s largest family expo comes to the University of

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September 25 “IT’S IN THE BAG” IN SUPPORT OF PHOENIX ART MUSEUM

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I am always flooded with questions about dating a co-worker. The following letter is a prime example of the dynamics involved in these situations. This is such a common question that I felt it important to address it for you.

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I have been with my company for about a year, and we just recently brought in a new manager.

The problem is that we are very sexually attracted to each other. We are both single, but I fear for my position. I find myself going in early and leaving late. We have had cocktails a few times, and he has let me know in no uncertain terms that he would like to see me. I am just afraid that if it goes badly, it could hurt my position—especially since it’s a downturned market. It has been so rough out there finding someone decent to date. I think it just happened because of the long hours we have spent in the office. My immediate problem is now I think I love him. How do I keep him and my job? Please, Lea, give me some insight, as I am feeling desperate.

Signed, Heart Throbbing Nine-to-Five Dear Heart Throbbing,

I know how frightening your position can be. I have had three similar letters from different readers over the last month alone. Your situation is not unique, but it does have some perks and pitfalls that you need to be aware of. I will not tell you what to do, but I will tell you to assess the situation and not let your emotions completely take over. I have created a list of different types of work-romance scenarios below—yours among them. Put your own situation on paper and know that you are putting your position at risk. Please read on and please keep me posted.

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Although office romances are often a bad idea, they aren’t forbidden in the way that they used to be. If you decide to date someone in the office pool, you should use a little common sense. The best thing to do is not enter into an office romance at all. But if you must, here are a few tips that will help keep your job intact.

(1) Date an equal in the company. Never date a superior or a subordinate. A superior may fire you if either of you—especially you— wants to end the relationship. Furthermore, a subordinate can claim sexual harassment. In fact, so can an equal.

If you are the superior in a well-known office tryst, it can tend to make others uncomfortable and it can also make you the office joke. You risk a sexual harassment claim, ridicule by your colleagues, and seriously diminished authority with other subordinates—as well as possible dismissal for cause.

Never go out with a direct superior or subordinate. Surveys show that a greater number of corporate employees are risking superior subordinate romance. If you’re going to engage in this highly risky behavior, you’d better be sure this is going to go all the way to matrimony. ( 2 ) Never enter into an office romance if either of you is married. Then you hurt people other than yourselves.

(3) Lastly, keep in mind that although office romances are commonplace these days, the risks are high for job loss or worse. You never know how someone will react during a breakup.

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{ Ask-A-Vet } After ingestion, acute renal failure can ensue within 72 hours. Once this happens, the prognosis is guarded. If there is no kidney damage after three days, the pet will likely remain unaffected.

If you suspect your pet has ingested grapes or raisins, or if he or she is acting ill (not

Most of us are already aware that chocolate can be toxic to dogs. But did you know that sugar-free candy, grapes, raisins, and even macadamia nuts can also be dangerous to Fido’s health?

Watch What Goes in His Mouth Unsafe Treats for Pets [ By Dr. Julie Bartz ]

As the dog days of summer arrive, we and

our furry friends are doing our best to stay out of the heat. All that lounging around the house can lead to snacking and even sharing a bite with our pets. But some treats that we enjoy, and some that we may even consider healthy, may have serious consequences for our canine and feline friends.

Most of us are already aware that chocolate can be toxic to dogs. But did you know that sugar-free candy, grapes, raisins, and even macadamia nuts can also be dangerous to Fido’s health?

Xylitol is a substance that looks and tastes like sugar. It is used as a low-calorie sweetener in sugar-free gums and candies. Xylitol has no adverse effect on humans, but in dogs, it promotes insulin release and can cause severe hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), resulting in weakness, collapse, and seizures. As little as a stick and a half of sugar-free gum can poison a ten-pound dog, so don’t keep any within reach of your pet.

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In higher doses, xylitol can produce liver failure. This symptom takes longer to manifest, and affected dogs may not initially show signs of hypoglycemia. Some will be lucky and experience only temporary illness, but others may die. Internal bleeding and an inability of the blood to clot can be involved.

Quick diagnosis and treatment by your veterinarian is the key to saving your pet’s life. He or she will likely induce vomiting if ingestion was recent and will perform blood tests to check sugar levels and liver enzymes.

Affected dogs will be hospitalized for IV fluids and supportive care.

The prognosis is good for dogs affected with hypoglycemia, worse for those in liver failure.

Another treat you don’t want to share with your dog is grapes. Ingestion of grapes or raisins has been associated with kidney failure in dogs, and there is some evidence that cats may be affected. The exact cause is not known, and not every dog or cat is susceptible.

urinating, or drinking and urinating excessively), see your veterinarian right away.

Another little-known toxic treat is the macadamia nut. As with grapes, the exact cause of the symptoms is unknown. In most cases, dogs develop an inability to stand or use their hind legs within the first 12 hours after ingestion. Depression, vomiting, tremors, and hyperthermia (elevated body temperature) may also occur.

The prognosis in most cases is very good, as most dogs will return to normal within 24 to 48 hours. A visit to your local vet is still a good idea, as he or she will want to rule out other causes of orthopedic or neurologic disease.

These are just a few examples of how “human treats” can negatively affect our pets.

Household products can also be problematic for companion animals. If you ever have a concern about something your pet might have eaten, immediately call your veterinarian or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control hotline at (888) 426-4435.

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His adoption fee is $100, which includes his neuter, microchip, and vaccinations.

Tupac is a 16-monthold Australian cattle dog. He weighs 50 pounds. His highenergy style of play is balanced out by his sweet, sensitive side.

He prefers adults and older children. He is good with other dogs but not with cats. His adoption fee is $100, which includes his neuter, microchip, and vaccinations.

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She is about 4 years old. Ditto is normally very timid and shy, but once she gets to know you, she will shower you with head butts and purrs. Her adoption fee is $75, which includes her spay, microchip, and vaccinations.

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dogs to show his love for them. His blue eyes are even more stunning than his love of canines. His adoption fee is $50, which includes his neuter, microchip, and vaccinations.

Julie is a total lovebug with people. She likes them so much that she has to know a kitty pretty well before she is willing to share her people with him or her. Julie likes a calm, quiet home with lots of scratching posts. She loves lying in cat trees and enjoying her people’s company. If she needs pets, she will give you a gentle nudge with her paw to get you to turn around and pay attention to her. Her adoption fee is $50, which includes her spay, microchip, and vaccinations.

playful 6-month-old 37-pound catahoula mix. Caleb is a huge fan of belly rubs and all toys that squeak. He loves to chase them around the yard. He is good with elementary schoolage kids and older as well as with other dogs, but he does not get along well with cats. His adoption fee is $175, which includes his neuter, microchip, and vaccinations.

These pets may already be adopted. Please visit aawl.org for a current listing of pets available for adoption at the Arizona Animal Welfare League. All dogs and cats have been spayed or neutered, are updated on their shots, and will go home with a microchip inserted. The Arizona Animal Welfare League is open from 11 a.m.–7 p.m. Tuesday–Friday, and 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. AAWL is located at 30 North 40th Place in Phoenix. For more information, call (602) 273-6852.

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Nectarine and Plum Brown Butter Tart

Recipe developed by Hilary Malone Serves 6–8 Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour ¼ cup icing sugar ½ tsp salt ¾ cup unsalted butter ¼ cup ice water 3 ripe nectarines, halved, pitted and cut into 6 pieces 3 ripe plums, halved, pitted and cut into 6 pieces 3 eggs ½ cup sugar 2 tbsp all-purpose flour ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted and browned until golden *special equipment: nine-inch tart pan with a removable bottom Preparation: Combine flour, sugar and salt in a food processor. Add butter and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.

Add water, and process until the dough comes together in a ball, adding additional water by the tablespoon as needed. Wrap dough in plastic and refrigerate for at least one hour or overnight.

Once dough has chilled, roll out on a lightly floured surface to one-quarter-inch thickness. Press pastry into a 9 inch tart shell and freeze for 30 minutes.

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Remove shell from freezer and line with parchment paper. Arrange surface with baking weights and bake for 10 minutes. Remove paper and weights and bake for an additional 10 minutes until golden and crisp. Cool to room temperature. Arrange fruit skin-side down in the pastry shell.

Whisk eggs and sugar in a small bowl until thick and pale. Add flour and browned butter and mix to combine. Pour the filling evenly over the fruit and bake for 30–40 minutes or until golden and set in the middle.

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Stone fruits can be found at farmers’ markets from July

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ENTERTAINMENT Television

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Julie & Julia

TV Fall Premieres:

August 7 >Psych is back for a fourth season on USA with a whole new lineup of quirky adventures for pseudopsychic Shawn Spencer (James Roday) and his best friend Gus (Dulé Hill). Also, don’t miss the premiere of Monk’s final season!

Cast: Meryl Streep, Amy Adams, Stanley Tucci, Chris Messina, Mary Lynn Rajskub Release Date: August 7 Rating: PG-13

September 14 >Gossip Girl, the CW’s latest

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September 17 >Bones premiers Season 5 on FOX.

TV’s sexiest noncouple Booth (David Boreanaz) and Bones (Emily Deschanel) are back with plenty of sexual tension, science, and decomposed murder victims.

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• Meryl Streep holds the record for the most Academy Award and Golden Globe nominations, with fifteen and twenty-three, respectively. She has two Oscars and six Golden Globes to her name.

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September 21 >Castle premiers its second season

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September 23 >Law & Order: SVU lead detectives

• Before Julia Child became a beloved TV chef, she was an instrumental figure in the U.S. Intelligence Agency Office of Strategic Services at the onset of World War II.

Benson (Mariska Hargitay) and Stabler (Christopher Meloni) are signed on for two more seasons at NBC, granted the show gets its game back.

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Other anticipated flicks: August

(7) G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra (Dennis Quaid, Sienna Miller) (14) Spread (Ashton Kutcher, Anne Heche) (21) Inglorious Basterds (a Tarantino film starring Brad Pitt) September

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September 24 >The Mentalist, last season’s number-one new hit, brings sexy Aussie Simon Baker back to CBS for a second season as Patrick Jane.

Music August (11) Queen Latifah—Persona (18) Third Eye Blind—Ursa Major (25) Colbie Caillat—Breakthrough

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September (1) Whitney Houston—I Look to You (11) Jay-Z—The Blueprint (22) Sean “Diddy” Combs—Last Train to Paris

Madonna—Iconography [Greatest Hits]

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Aries (Mar 21–Apr 19) August is a month of creativity and ro-

mance. Creativity isn’t just painting; it’s experimenting with new things: cooking, pottery, home decoration. Relations with children are good; there’s open communication, and you’re likely to understand each other better. In September and into October, you focus on relationships, the law, creating more balance in your life.

You may be looking for a mate, or going deeper emotionally with a present partner. Communication channels are definitely opening up. You’re realizing the level of love and trust it takes to maintain a healthy relationship and have the willingness to go the distance.

Taurus (Apr 20–May 20) August’s theme is home and family.

Taureans love comfort and beauty. You may take this time to redecorate, making your place ultracomfy. There could be a change in residence, as you’ve been making great strides in your career.

Health, service, work are important in September. You start going to the gym or joining charitable causes. Any of these activities may lead to a romance, so don’t show up like you just left the farm! It may just be a friendship, but you at least want to smell good—you never know where it could lead. The workplace is pleasant, and a new romance could start. Looking and feeling good are important.

Gemini (May 21–Jun 21) You’re right in your element in August.

Lots of opportunity to acquire more knowledge. Gemini, the most inquisitive sign of the zodiac, loves information. An opportunity to travel may present itself. Romance, creativity, children are highlighted in September, flowing into October. Geminis are often kids at heart anyhow—curious, playful. Have some fun free flow with ideas and your imagination. One of those little things that pops into your mind could lead to some innovations in the workplace, or it could be an idea for helping others. Brainstorming with others is favored.

Cancer (Jun 22–July 22) August looks good for finances, although

it seems as if you haven’t got all the information you need. It might be a good idea to get a second opinion. Home, family, and children are your “Whaddup?” this September and October and have Cancer written all over them! September may find you moving or renovating, making your home more comfy.

Leo (July 23–Aug 22) Quite a different Leo emerges after your

birthday. You’re back to your usual gregarious, larger-than-life self! Plenty of chances for relationships if you’re not already in one.

Home, family, real estate are important in September; they’re areas of life in which love, sunshine, and friendship are free for the taking.

Count your blessings.

Virgo (Aug 23–Sept 22) August finds you slipping away into the background to meditate, contemplate, search for meaning. You could volunteer at a hospice or somehow help those who are hidden away from society. You’re charming and attractive in September—

it’s your birthday! You might be feeling the weight of one more year, but 40 is the new 30, so polish yourself up and enjoy yourself!

Libra (Sept 23–Oct 22) August brings the possibility of travel, education, new philosophies, broadening your horizons. You’re a seeker this month, asking the “big” questions. Happy hunting! In September, you’re confident, really able to “put yourself out there” in whatever it is you need to do. It may feel as if you’re getting cues from your Higher Consciousness—listen for them.

Scorpio (Oct 23–Nov 22) August takes you deep into the world of

sex, transformation, death, and rebirth. This is an incredibly passionate month! If you’re brave enough, everything in your life can be completely brought into the light. You’re mystical, dreamy, and inner oriented this September. Searching for Truth and raising your inner awareness is important to you now. Take time out to meditate and allow your inner Self to direct your days.

Sagittarius (Nov 23–Dec 21) In August, you can take things

deeper and really find out who you and your partner are, both together and apart. This can bring a lot of closeness and intimacy for both of you. It’s well worth the work. September is fun, social, very “group-oriented” for the Seeker—Sagittarius! Getting together with friends, exploring the world around you, or working for humanitarian causes feels right for you.

Capricorn (Dec 22–Jan 20) Relationships get more attention in August. You could meet someone new, or a present relationship could get a boost! It’s summer. You’re right in your element in September, Cap! The Sun is at high noon in your chart, indicating strength and focus in your career. You could receive a raise, a promotion, or special recognition for your work.

Aquarius (Jan 21–Feb 18) In August, you may decide to volunteer or give back to the community. You may start a new health regimen, and knowing Aquarius, it’s likely to be “the newest thing.” Travel, philosophy, broadening your horizons are coming your way this September. Aquarians are worldly people, so this will suit you fine.

Foreign shores and ideas are calling. Even if you don’t get to get away, books and movies are a surrogate.

Pisces (Feb 19–Mar 20) Pisceans will love August—it’s all about creativity, romance, and children—all things that stimulate Pisces’ imagination. Get out all your “stuff” and see where your mind will take you! The occult, life after life, sex, taxes, shared resources (whew!) are on the agenda in September. What all these have in common is going deep and behind the “curtain.” No superfluous stuff this month.

Laura is available for personal, taped consultations in person or by phone. Contact her at laura@northvalleymagazine.com.

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