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It has been a year filled with anxiety and confusion as the population wraps their heads around how to safely navigate a global pandemic. Initially, many people were hesitant to participate in their annual medical check-ups, including eye exams.

Now that more is known about what the virus is and how it is transmitted, Dr. Tavel has gone to great lengths to enforce stringent protocols that keep their staff and patients safe. And this is crucial because studies have shown the negative impacts that skipping annual eye exams can have on one’s health.

In addition to correcting your vision, an annual comprehensive eye exam can detect and track the progress of several chronic diseases, including diabetes, heart disease, brain tumors, cancers, and of course, ocular diseases.

“The evolution of these chronic conditions doesn’t slow down during a pandemic,” says Mollie Tavel, Director of Growth Initiatives & Community Engagement. “Even during

these uncertain times it’s important to prioritize your annual eye exam because it provides a window into your overall health.”

Dr. Tavel, a family-owned and operated business since its inception, has been serving Hoosiers for more than 80 years.

They recently committed to support the Avon community in December 2019. To continue helping people see better, look better and feel better during the pandemic.

Dr. Tavel established their “Eyes on Safety” procedures in order to continue seeing patients safely.

“Our health and safety protocols are based on CDC and state guidelines, and include rigorous cleaning before and after every patient, mask requirements and sanitization of everything that’s touched — from equipment, to chairs and countertops, to every frame on the board,” Tavel says.

In addition to standardizing meticulous health and safety procedures, the era of COVID-19 has also ushered in a whole other issue for people of all ages – eye care experts are seeing an uptick in digital eye strain, which can be attributed to our screen-intensive “new normal.”

“With online schooling and remote working, our patients are spending a great deal of time staring at screens of all sizes,” says Tavel, whose team of optometrists all recommend the 20/20/20/20 rule to 6 / AVON MAGAZINE / FEBRUARY 2021 / AvonMagazine.com

encourage folks to rest their eyes. “The idea is to take a 20-second break, look at something 20 feet away every 20 minutes, and blink 20 times to hydrate the eyes.

These things allow your eye muscles to relax.”

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Unlike other eye care providers, Dr. Tavel accepts all vision insurance, guaranteed.

If you do not have insurance, they offer a variety of affordable options as well as interest-free payment plans to ensure that eyewear is accessible for everyone.

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Ryan Cannon Enjoying Role As Avon Town Manager Writer / Christy Heitger-Ewing Photographer / Amy Payne

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manager jobs available - especially in Indiana. Though he considered relocating to find a job, he really liked the Avon He contracted with various people to do pothole patching, street sign installation, community and felt compelled to stay.

“I moved a lot growing up because of paving and snow removal. Fifteen years my dad’s job,” says Cannon, who was ago, with plenty of experience under his belt, he officially became the public works born in Cleveland, Ohio, then lived in Denver before relocating to Chicago, then director, and he embraced the challenge Savannah, and finally Indianapolis. When of completing projects that were in his he and his wife moved to Avon in 2003, wheelhouse. they wanted to put down roots.

“I’m very self-motivated and love seeing “I love the convenience of the town and “Want to come work for me?” Klein the things that I’ve accomplished, so for the fact that in two minutes I can get to asked. instance, doing the Avon Avenue bridge anything I want to,” Cannon says.

Cannon jumped at the chance and in was a huge project in the community,” He also adores the people of Avon.

January of 1999 became the assistant to Cannon says. “That’s one of the things the town manager, which translated to I like about living here - getting to “They are very grounded,” Cannon says. doing whatever projects needed to be drive around and use the things I’ve done. In that first year he created the accomplished like the roundabout near Avon High School.”

“Most of them have had to work hard to town’s first website, and since the town get to where they are and I appreciate that maintained its own streets, he became the about them. They don’t take things for Cannon became the assistant town ad hoc public works department. granted. Plus, they’re just really friendly manager before transitioning into the and kind.” town manager role several months ago, “I started at the very bottom, picking up after Klein vacated the position. When dead animals on the road and installing Cannon graduated from IU, his hope was After working in this career for more street signs,” Cannon says. “It was an than two decades, Cannon finds the interesting way to start, but at the time we to eventually become a town manager, range of topics local government tackles but he didn’t know if that was a realistic didn’t have employees. We didn’t have a street department. I had to be creative and long-term goal since there are so few town interesting. hen Ryan Cannon was in college, he did a summer internship with the City of Indianapolis where he worked for the Department of Public Works. He graduated from Indiana University one semester later. After graduating, he got a call from his internship boss, Tom Klein, who had since left the City of Indianapolis and was working as the town manager in Avon.

find ways to get things done.”

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“I had a lady call us one time because she had crickets in her yard and wanted to know what the town was going to do for her,” Cannon says with a smile. “On the other end of the spectrum, we are dealing with things like widening [County Road] 100 South, an $18.5 million project that will spur $130 million of economic development. It’s so interesting that in a single day we can tackle something so massive and something so minuscule, but even those small things are important to those who live here.”

tennis, Paige plays kickball and volleyball, and both girls play basketball.

Cannon and his wife Colleen have two daughters, Chloe, 14, and Paige, 11. The family has no pets, and he jokes about this being a sore subject in his household, as his kids have been strongly hinting that this is the perfect time to adopt a pup.

However, he insists that the family is too busy during normal times to juggle dog ownership, as the girls are both involved in sports that require travel. Chloe plays

“It’s so peaceful,” Cannon says. “The kids also love to go do Disney World.”

“Most of our weekends and free time are spent doing sports,” Cannon says. “We also like to walk the trails in Avon and do the story walks whenever the library puts up new stories.”

When they do get some down time, the family often travels to Indian Shores, Florida, just south of Clearwater, where they spend time on the beach.

Their plan was to visit Disney World over fall break, but like much of the rest of the world, they had to pivot.

“We’ve all laid out all these great plans and then a day or two later, we have had to scrap them all,” Cannon says. “This

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pandemic is so strange because life seems so normal in some ways, but in other ways so different. When you drive around or take a walk outside, it doesn’t feel any different and yet so much has changed.”

Some things never change, however, like solid advice from a sage family member.

Cannon’s grandfather was an Irish immigrant.

“He came over and dug ditches so my dad always advised me to work hard,” Cannon says. “I have, and I’m proud of that.”

In fact, when the Town Council members interviewed him, he told them that they would be hard-pressed to find anyone else who would work as hard as he does.

“I’m also fortunate to surround myself with people who have that same work ethic,” Cannon says.

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The pandemic has caused a number of emotions, including confusion, concern, panic, pain, anxiety, anger - the list goes on.

One positive response to the pandemic, however, has been the act of reflection, as it has been almost impossible not to spend time contemplating how life once was, how different it is now, and how it might look in the future.

ourselves taking a personal inventory of what we should change. Some vowed to get moving as they biked or walked off built-up stress. Others took up baking, At the start of the shutdowns in the spring sewing or some other project that always of 2020, a certain portion of the population seemed to get pushed to the back-burner, felt a collective sigh of relief, as we were like assembling that 1,000-piece puzzle of forced to take a break from our normal the ocean. No matter who you are or what routines. We embraced the chance to take your situation was, we all, at one point or a breather and were thankful to suddenly another, experienced this one universal have something that, for many, was a foreign feeling - loneliness. concept - alone time.

I was recently talking to a friend, Alex, who Without having to run to appointments, shared how he had a newfound appreciation meetings, classes, events, rehearsals and for the inevitable loneliness that the elderly other extracurricular activities, we found most certainly face. Even in normal times, FEBRUARY 2021

many of them are unable to get out and about due to their physical or emotional limitations. How isolating that must be.

“Years ago I used to take my dog and visit nursing homes once a week, but then life got busy and the regular outing fell by the wayside,” Alex told me. “But I tell you what when this pandemic is over, I’m going to get back to visiting the elderly.”

It makes sense that we’re feeling lonely, because the nature of many of our friendships has adjusted during the COVID crisis. Whether we know it or not, friendships are vital to our health and wellbeing.

According to Lydia Denworth, author of the book “Friendship,” loneliness is as deadly as cigarette smoking or obesity. “Friendship is a matter of life and death,” she writes in the

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book. “It is carried in our DNA, in how we’re wired. Social bonds have the power to shape the trajectories of our lives, and that means friendship is not a choice or a luxury - it’s a necessity that is critical in our ability to succeed and thrive.”

The thing I miss most is hugging. I get that not everybody is a touchy-feely kind of person. I, however, am sustained by the embrace, particularly during difficult times. I remember several years ago after my mom died, I felt lost and broken.

Craving comfort, I called a friend and simply asked, “Can you come over and give me a hug?”

During the pandemic, however, doctors have repeatedly told us the importance of keeping our distance from others, and no matter how you do the math, you can’t hug someone while standing 6’ apart. I told my husband, “After I’m inoculated, I’m getting a T-shirt made that says, ‘I’ve been vaccinated. Hug me!’”

term physical health. This is because humans crave connection.

On the radio recently, a deejay was saying, “When this pandemic is over, I’m going to party hard!” I think we will all partake in our own version of that party. For some, the festivities will involve singing, dancing and whooping it up. For others, it’ll be walking side-by-side with a friend, perhaps stopping

for a bite to eat at a cafe. For Alex, it’ll be revisiting those nursing homes with his pooch by his side. As for me, I’ll be hugging the grocery store clerk.

What are your plans post-pandemic? Even if you don’t yet have a plan, it’s nice to know that we are inching ever closer to being able to make - and keep - those plans. That alone is cause for celebration.

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He thinks I’m joking, but he’ll know I’m serious when he sees me throw my arms around the UPS driver.

Over the course of the last year, we have found ways to connect virtually, which is better than nothing, but there’s something to be said for face-to-face interactions.

They’re just inherently more intimate, more meaningful. They are the ones we remember. The ones we cherish. Several years ago, my best friend called me in tears with news that her marriage was on the rocks. I dropped what I was doing, hopped in my car and drove 90 minutes to meet her so we could hug it out, talk it through, and start the healing. I don’t think we could have covered the same ground had we not been in the same room.

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There is a difference between being alone and feeling lonely. Alone is a state that we may enjoy and even seek out. Loneliness, on the other hand, leaves us feeling distressed, disheartened and depressed.

According to “Psychology Today,” research has shown that loneliness poses serious threats to well-being and long-

A heart scan is not for everyone. We recommend you work with your doctor on your overall health plan and any risk factors you have.

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WHAT EVERY WOMAN SHOULD KNOW ABOUT HER HEART HEALTH

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According to the American Heart Association, 90% of women have one or more risk factors for heart disease at some point in their lives. However, 80% of those cardiovascular diseases are preventable. Here are some important things to know about heart disease and how to keep your heart healthy.

COMMON TYPES OF HEART DISEASE The most common type of heart disease in the United States is coronary artery disease (CAD). It is caused by plaque buildup in

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the walls of the arteries that supply blood to the heart and other parts of the body. CAD can also be referred to as ischemic heart disease. Another common type of heart disease is arrhythmia, which consists of an abnormal heartbeat.

KNOW YOUR FAMILY HEALTH HISTORY AND RISK FACTORS

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports heart disease as the leading cause of death for women in the United States. It’s important to know if there’s a family history of heart disease, as it can influence your own risk and help guide decision making. Along with knowing your family health history, it’s important to know the other risk factors for heart disease, including diabetes, excessive alcohol use, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, obesity, physical inactivity, tobacco use and age. Women are generally protected in their reproductive age, whereas the risk increases after menopause.

SYMPTOMS Common symptoms of heart disease in women include pain or discomfort in the chest, neck, jaw, throat, upper abdomen or back.

Other symptoms include shortness of breath, sweating, nausea and extreme fatigue. These symptoms usually occur with exercise

or during regular activities, but may show at rest sometimes. Some women may show no symptoms at all.

PREVENTION The most important preventive measure is to modify the major risk factors, which are smoking, diabetes and hypertension. Seek help for smoking cessation if you cannot do it on your own. Work with your doctor to control your diabetes. Studies have shown lack of sleep is connected to heart disease due to poor sleep being linked to high blood pressure. At least six hours of sleep per night is recommended. Getting an adequate amount of sleep also lowers chronic stress, which is another area of concern for women. Other ways to lower stress include eating healthy foods, staying active and talking to a trusted individual about your stress.

RESOURCES Working with a health care provider to check on your heart health and customize a treatment or prevention plan that fits your medical needs can make all the difference. Schedule an annual checkup with your primary care provider to assess your risk for heart disease and keep your heart strong.

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Anyone who has beaten cancer likely often wonders, “What if it comes back?” Two Indiana University School of Medicine researchers, Dr. Bryan Schneider and Dr. Milan Radovich, have exciting new findings, however, that spell good news for cancer patients.

Schneider and Radovich came up with a biomarker finding for women diagnosed with triple-negative breast cancer that is now being taught and used worldwide.

This pioneering research is part of the larger IU Precision Health Initiative, which

received $120 million in funding from the IU Grand Challenges Program to also research diseases such as Alzheimer’s, Type 2 diabetes, multiple myeloma and pediatric sarcomas (childhood cancers).

According to Schneider, breast cancer remains one of the most common cancer types for women in the U.S., with more than 250,000 women affected annually and approximately 40,000 dying of the disease.

Triple-negative breast cancer tends to target young women and black women. Because it’s an aggressive form of breast cancer, even though it makes up a minority of cases, it causes a disproportionately high rate of mortality.

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“Women with triple-negative breast cancer who had Stage 1 through 3 disease are treated with chemotherapy followed by surgery,” says Radovich, noting that there are two post-surgical outcomes. Either chemotherapy melts all of the tumor away (this occurs in approximately one-third of patients), or patients have residual disease post-surgery.

“Even though we remove that cancer, they are at high risk of their cancer coming back, usually with a vengeance as the disease most often metastasizes to other organs and becomes lethal,” Radovich says.

Schneider and Radovich analyzed ctDNA

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based biomarker to predict if cancer will come back is being used across other cancers as well. In December of 2019, Radovich presented this data in front of a packed audience of 6,000 physicians and scientists at the San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium. In addition, the work of Schneider and Radovich was published in JAMA Oncology, a prestigious peerreviewed medical journal published by the American Medical Association.

“The real goal behind this is to take care of those patients who are in a tough situation,” Radovich says. “For those patients who are ctDNA-negative, we envision a future where we can tell them that they are in a situation where there is a really good chance of doing well. It also allows us the potential to think about strategies down the road that decrease the amount of therapy patients get, so they suffer fewer side effects.”

For those deemed high-risk, physicians can implement innovative strategies in an attempt to improve outcomes.

“As Hoosiers, we should be proud of what our state is doing in advancing research that has implications across the country and internationally,” Radovich says. “IU has been a leader in this concept of using DNA and genomics to guide therapy for more than 20 years, long before it had become a hot topic in the New York Times or Time magazine. What you’re seeing today is an evolution of decades of work in this area.” (circulating tumor DNA), which is DNA shed from tumors into the bloodstream.

With cutting-edge technology, a blood sample could be taken and the presence of cancer detected.

“We found that if we take this blood sample after chemotherapy and surgery, and we detect this tumor DNA, those women’s cancer will recur,” Schneider says. “If they are negative, those women have a good chance that the cancer won’t come back and therefore have a better, superior outcome.”

Physicians in the cancer-fighting world are eager to hear more about these findings, as the concept of using a blood-

In addition to ctDNA, doctors also looked at circulating tumor cells in the study. Much of that work came out of Purdue University.

Triple Negative Breast Cancer (TNBC) is an aggressive type of cancer that lacks common traits used to diagnose and treat most other breast cancers.

About 1 in 8 U.S. women will develop breast cancer in her lifetime.

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TNBC is more likely to spread to other parts of the body and reoccur after treatment.

TNBC is more likely to affect African-American and Hispanic women.

This research, which took place at 22 sites across the country, is made possible with funding from the Vera Bradley Foundation for Breast Cancer and the Walther Cancer Foundation. It is part of the Indiana University Precision Health Initiative Grand Challenge.

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Led by Milan Radovich, PhD, and Bryan P. Schneider, MD, and using the most cutting edge technology, researchers have discovered which patients are most likely to remain disease free and which are likely to relapse following treatment for triple negative breast cancer.

In a new clinical trial, the team will be harnessing information from ctDNA analysis to determine a specialized treatment plan.

According to Schneider, the sequencing of the first human genome propelled much of 12/19

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Schneider and I are proud to lead our genomics program. We apply genomics to patients with cancer here at IU Health.”

To date, they have sequenced more than 5,000 patients.

“It’s been a game-changer to tailor therapy for individual patients,” Radovich says. “We imagine a day where genome sequence can be done at your bedside or as part of your routine visit with your doctor. Your genome analysis can then help guide therapies.”

Both doctors say they feel blessed to have the opportunity to deal with patients during a difficult journey. science to where it is today.

to see the fruits of that labor.”

“When the first human’s entire blueprint was mapped out, that set the stage for the entire code for which we’re built and how cancer is formed,” Schneider says. “As we have the ability to use genomes in real time in a few days for much cheaper, we’re starting to learn in a logarithmic fashion. Now we are starting

Radovich adds that scientists can now sequence a genome in a couple of days for a few hundred dollars.

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“We get to see the limitations in where we are, go back to the laboratory, and think about some of the things we can do and advances we make that we know will impact the patients when we see them next week,” Radovich says. “That’s an unbelievable feeling, and one that we are incredibly passionate about.”

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Hendricks County is known for excellent schools, but often the smaller, private schools get overlooked. Our Shepherd Lutheran School in Avon is one of those, and Principal Amy Hedges urges folks to take a closer look at what makes them special.

The school began as an offshoot of the church 27 years ago. What started as an early childhood program has been built up over the years to include kindergarten through eighth grade.

“We have grown from a developmental-type preschool to a very intentional program to help students get a good step forward going into kindergarten and the upper grades,” Hedges says.

Kids come to Our Shepherd from all over central Indiana, including Greenwood, Zionsville, Monrovia and even downtown Indianapolis. Once kids get to eighth grade, they disperse to about as many places as they came from.

“They aren’t necessarily going into Christian high schools,” Hedges says. “When they leave here, they’re heading off to between 10 to 12 different high schools. It’s neat to see, from a missional standpoint, these kids spreading their wings and doing well.”

Some may wonder if students at a smaller school are equipped for bigger high schools.

The largest class size is 16, the smallest is nine, and the Early Childhood teacher-tochild ratio is nine to one. Our Shepherd’s Early Childhood Director Tracie Douglas insists that the school’s small size and

flexible curriculum do more than prepare students - they help to build confidence in relationships and life.

“Even as a small school, our diversity of needs is great,” Hedges says. “We do use curriculum as a base, but we also encourage our teachers to pull from whatever they need to serve their particular class.”

There’s a new initiative among Lutheran schools that involves working to develop their own curriculum. Teachers can share a curriculum map developed by teachers for teachers, which allows them to pool resources and learn the best practices and resources that benefit children most.

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What makes Our Shepherd’s Early Childhood program different, according to Douglas, is the intersection of curricular activities and the children’s interests. Each year looks different based on what children are interested in.

“We adapt our topics of study to the children’s interest and questions,” Douglas says. “We truly believe they are strong and capable learners. Their questions have value and worth, and they’re worth investigating.

Based on what we know about current brain research for young children, it meets their needs.”

This ever-changing approach doesn’t

without teacher intervention.

“This builds so much confidence in them,” Douglas says. “They can think, ‘OK, I can do this and help someone else with it,’ which in turn develops their skills even more.”

The school banks on this relational aspect to produce mature students who are ready for high school and beyond. It cultivates an atmosphere where students are not afraid to approach teachers with problems and questions, thus building their confidence in seeking solutions and talking to adults.

keep the school from closely following state educational standards. The staff members have actually found that their flexibility in curriculum and approaches has served them well, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic.

“Dynamics change with students coming and going each year,” Hedges says.

“COVID-19 is a great example. Our teachers are already used to looking for curriculum and instructional items that benefit our children. We already use that approach to help us better meet the needs of our classes.”

State standards and curriculums aside, the school’s mantra is, “Be known.”

Tomi Mattick, the school’s admissions coordinator, sees this mantra in every area of educational, social, and emotional growth and health of the students.

“They are known and loved by God,” Mattick says. “They are also known and loved by our staff and faculty. That is what makes this place so special. They’re all known by each other. They cultivate an empathy and a love for each other in their classroom.”

The classroom replicates a family unit, putting students in smaller groups so they often can get assistance from their peers

“I’ve been in public and private schools,” Hedges says. “One thing that sets our teachers apart is they emphasize the importance of handling life, even in the midst of academics. We talk about grace, forgiveness and hard things. We can slow down and deal with issues. The teachers have the freedom to do that.”

These valuable discussions can help lead to well-rounded growth in children, beyond just academics.

“Because we have those conversations, students can come to us as teachers and mentors,” Hedges says. “Students come here knowing their teacher is not their enemy. They learn not to be timid. That’s a great life skill.”

Area high schools love getting students from Our Shepherd, according to Mattick.

One local high school has a peer counseling group. These students are exemplary peers who reach out to other students in need.

At one time, half of these peer counselors came from Our Shepherd.

“It really shows that character and leadership come from this place,” Mattick says.

Our Shepherd Early Childhood faculty members also take pride in their partnership with parents. Teachers and staff update a daily blog with photos and explanations of what students are doing and why, educational articles and resources, and AvonMagazine.com / FEBRUARY 2021 / AVON MAGAZINE / 23

also send a weekly note home about each child’s development.

“Part of our job is to help them be the best parents they can be,” Douglas says. “We hook arms with them and walk alongside them, so each child gets his own unique path in education.”

Despite the school’s size, Our Shepherd still offers sports and field trips. The school leaders also take their place in the community seriously and encourage students to look outward. They’ve partnered with Family Promise to help with the organization’s food pantry. Last November students collected items for Thanksgiving boxes, built the boxes, packed them, stacked them and made cards. The group of 150 kids donated 670 items in a span of nine days, and 43 local families were served by the boxes. Helping with the food pantry is a year-round endeavor for students.

“We love seeing the Lord’s work in these kids,” Hedges says. “To be around for everyday miracles, like seeing a kid go from sullen and unhappy to smiling every day - seeing those little bits of growth is truly amazing.”

Open enrollment begins January 16 for the 2021-2022 school year. Tours and shadow opportunities are available. Contact Tomi Mattick at networking@ourshepherd.org.

A LOOK BACK ON THE HOME TRENDS OF 2020 Writer / Claire-Anne Aikman

Reflecting on the year that was 2020 drove me to dive into what the top home trend predictions were for the year as noted in February 2020 by the likes of HGTV, DWELL, and others.

Trends that made me chuckle were: Spanish Style Bathrooms, using Chartreuse as a main color (envision pea soup and you have your color), garden rooms, vintage furniture with a French flair, armchairs with fringe (this also serves as a never-ending cat toy) – actually fringe was to be everywhere; ottomans, curtains, mirrors, and pom-poms – apparently everyone needed pom-poms in their lives. One of my favorite predictions was that homes were getting smaller yet closets were getting bigger (let’s make more room for stuff but less room for living…not sure of the logic in that).

Through all of the wonderful people I helped Sell and Buy homes in 2020, I did not see any homes where these trends were incorporated, and I must say, for that I am thankful! Naturally, the writers of those articles could not have predicted the challenges that 2020 brought us all but it still makes one wonder where these ideas generate from and how they take off to become a demand item.

Built-in seating was a predicted item that I was happy to see – I like it because it is efficient, charming, and a space saver. Also predicted, and noticed throughout the area; cushy furniture (but really, this is an item that year over year holds true because, who doesn’t love a great couch to plop on after a long day?)

What dominated the trend landscape in our area were clever ways to reorganize and/or use every inch of space in homes. Pantries were revamped with bins and jars and became organized and colorful spaces to please the eyes. Kitchens were brightened up with white and grey paints and highlighted with plants – so many plants! Living rooms showcased a comfier vibe. And the bedrooms; so many were converted into multi-purpose spaces combining bedrooms with study spaces and work out rooms too. It was all because change was forced upon us and we adapted. And the end result was a home that became a super functional space that allowed each of us to hunker down and be together in ways that time has not allowed in the past.

Change, for all the cliched comments of being inevitable/the only constant, can be a plus – it really just depends on how it is embraced and the actions that follow. I like to think that at its best, when we realize we cannot make a change in a given situation but we change our environment, good changes will happen within ourselves – cheers to a fresh year full of positive change!

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She is now serving fudge, candy and smiles all over Hendricks County.

Fudge runs in her family though, so the transition wasn’t too difficult.

“I didn’t go into it blind,” Snyder says, telling the story of a fudge shop her grandparents owned in Brown County.

In fact, people usually know exactly what shop she’s talking about as she describes Ye Olde Sweet Shop, located in the Tucker Building, a two-story brown building with a glass elevator.

The shop also had a gift store attached to it.

“A lot of people say, ‘Oh gosh, I’ve been there!’” Snyder says. “I worked there growing up, cutting fudge, making candy and ringing up customers.”

She explains how her grandpa made the fudge on a table at a window where customers could come watch. It was a sweet time in life, and the kind of work she craved again after 12 years as a paralegal.

“I was just getting burnt out,” Snyder says. “I was sitting at a desk all day, not seeing anyone except my co-worker and his family. I just felt like, ‘I’m in my 40s, and I feel like I need more. I should have more than this.’”

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She began interviewing around at other offices, but she soon realized she was exchanging one desk and paycheck for another desk and another paycheck.

She knew she could double her income if she worked downtown, but it wasn’t the money she was chasing. She put a pause on job searching and took a trip to Hawaii just before the pandemic hit, to do some soul searching.

Clarity came on the beach. She returned to the states and announced to her mother that she was going to start making fudge. Snyder lives with her husband and their three children, as well as her mother. Her mom joined forces with her to find the kettle she’d need to make the fudge just how her grandfather made it. During the pandemic, with nothing else to do, Snyder took her son and her mother on a 12-hour road trip to pick up a used kettle from a fudge shop that had closed down.

Snyder started the Fudge Kettle out of her own kitchen, and things took off from there. As administrator of the Facebook group “Ladies of Hendricks County,” she asked around about what flavors she should make. This group of more than 5,000 local women was receptive and excited about the idea.

“I had this captive audience,” Snyder says. “Everyone was at home, they were bored, and they were eating their feelings. They were working from home, so they had time to come pick up some fudge.”

Snyder began by making fudge in her kitchen, packing it in her dining room, and leaving packages on her porch for customers to pick up. She became known as the Fudge Lady around her neighborhood.

Since business was going so well, Snyder took on local farmers markets. Fudge business began to boom. As a full-time working mom in a pandemic, Snyder found it difficult to keep up with her paralegal work, teaching her son via e-learning full time, making fudge, as well as cooking, doing laundry and cleaning. Something had to give. She’d often work through the night, and over time began to grow physically ill from the weight of her roles.

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remember my mom telling me, ‘You already have one foot out the door. Quit your job and chase your dream.’”

Starting a candy store wasn’t something Snyder really knew how to do, so she figured it out as she went. It involved lots of trial and error, such as figuring out how to pack for farmers markets in all kinds of weather, and managing lots of orders.

She started looking at places to begin a storefront, finally landing at a place right next to Cabin Coffee Co. in 2020.

It had to be redone, so Snyder added a kitchen and worked on design, cabinets and a logo. Snyder wasn’t sure she would support a storefront by simply selling fudge, but she began considering how her grandparents did it - by pairing their candy shop with a gift shop.

Snyder displays goods for many local small businesses and vendors as well, giving a purpose to local artisans during a pandemic. Her grandmother has passed away, but her grandfather absolutely loves that she’s carrying on the business.

“You don’t get people walking in here angry,” Snyder says. “They’re not fighting for their kids or bankrupt or losing everything.

It could not be more different than what I was doing. It’s a 100% turnaround. I kick myself every day for not doing it sooner.”

Snyder enjoys the shift she’s made in her life, and sees purpose in her corner of Hendricks County.

The Fudge Kettle is located at 5530 East U.S. Highway 36, Suite 250 in Avon. For more info, visit thefudgekettle.com.

Deciding what to put in the shop was a lot of work, but part of the fun.

“My grandpa had saltwater taffy, so we had bins built for those,” Snyder says. “He also had Jelly Bellys in bulk, so we had to have those - and you can’t have a candy store without Pez.” Other offerings include Boston Baked Beans, lemon drops, cinnamon balls, rock candy, and other nostalgic items.

As far as her main event, the fudge, she can make 300 or more flavors, always featuring 15 in her case, which she switches out on a regular basis. She always has peanut butter, chocolate, a peanut butter and chocolate combination, chocolate nut, maple pecan, chocolate amaretto, chocolate mint and many others. Some of her seasonal holiday flavors are cranberry nut (her grandpa’s recipe), eggnog, gingerbread, peppermint candy cane and pistachio.

“I’ve always been a creative person,” Snyder says. “I feel like I’ve suppressed myself for so many years. This is a woman-owned business, and I get to make all the decisions. I run the whole thing.

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