Macomb Health & Life: Fall/Winter 2015

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Heart disease is the leading killer in Macomb County.

McLaren Macomb is the best place to fight it.

When someone you love is diagnosed with a cardiac condition, you want the very best care and you want it close to home.

At McLaren Macomb’s Mat Gaberty Heart Center, we provide excellent cardiovascular care for our neighbors in Macomb County and throughout the region.

Led by board-certified cardiologists and cardiovascular surgeons, McLaren Macomb’s cardiovascular program has earned clinical recognitions from national accrediting organizations. We work to earn these accreditations as we continually advance our capabilities, technology and cardiac care services.

Because heart disease is serious, and so are we.

Learn more at www.mclaren.org/macombheart

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Contents FALL/winter 2015

FEATURES

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what new moms should know

Pregnancy is happy news, but a challenge too. Here’s how one woman and her partner prepared.

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A MOTHER’S SERVICE

For a while, Tech. Sgt. MaryAnn Buchholtz put her patriotic duty first—but she never lost sight of another duty awaiting her at home.

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walk this way

Meet a World War II vet who’s a devoted member of the McLaren Macomb Walking Club.

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healthy outcomes

Recovering from injuries sustained in a terrible auto accident, a college student takes things in stride.

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giving for the heart

Volunteers find their work is habitforming. But it’s a healthy addiction!

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diversity matters

By embracing its changing demographics, Macomb remains a welcoming community—and one of Michigan’s best places to live.

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BLISSFUL BEDROOMS

In a lush country estate, the bedrooms are designed as much for living as for slumber.

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DEPARTMENTS 12

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Our guide to new ideas, tips, trends and things we love in Macomb County.

With salmon, big taste and big health benefits get along swimmingly.

Local Buzz

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Gatherings

Photos from recent McLaren Macomb events.

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Escapes

Per fect for a long weekend getaway, Quebec City shines with Gallic charm all winter long.

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Tastes

One of these five tasty desserts— “classics with a twist”—just may become your new fall favorite.

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Financial Balance

Heed these 10 tips to guard against the danger of identity theft.

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Health News

Learn about the benefits of prunes, probiotics, berries, catnaps and more.

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Of course, she gets her own room.

At McLaren Macomb, we have assembled a team of OB/GYN physicians from a wide variety of backgrounds to meet your health care needs before, during and after pregnancy. In addition to comprehensive prenatal care at physician offices throughout Macomb County, McLaren Macomb offers birthing education and child care classes to help new mothers prepare for their special delivery. Our Family Birthing Center is staffed by a team of experienced nurses focused on meeting the unique needs of each patient. All this, with 15 private birthing suites where mom and baby can share their first moments.

Whether you’re preparing to become a new mother or considering robotic gynecological surgery, McLaren Macomb’s OB/GYN team is prepared to provide the care you need. You can feel comfortable sharing your questions or concerns with our experienced and compassionate OB/GYN physicians.

Thomas Alderson, D.O.

Carol Fischer, D.O.

Stephen Olson, D.O.

Sarah Vyskocil, D.O.

Katherine Boyd, M.D.

Sarah Jones, D.O.

Cassandra Ramar, D.O.

Kristopher Weemes, D.O.

Mimi Chen, D.O.

Linda Karadsheh, D.O.

Enid Roberts, M.D.

Thomas Zima, D.O.

Clinton Twp (586) 493-3740

Warren (586) 573-7222

Clinton Twp (586) 412-5117

Mount Clemens (586) 493-3880

Clinton Twp (586) 286-4880

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New Baltimore (586) 725-4604

Clinton Twp (586) 412-5117

Chesterfield (586) 716-1702

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To learn more about McLaren Macomb’s Family Birthing Center, visit mclaren.org/deliveringdaily

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Welcome letter

Welcoming

the season As the holidAy seAson drAws neAr,

we often find additional opportunities to spend time with family and friends, celebrating the outgoing year and anticipating great things in the year ahead. while this time of year can be the source of many fun times and fond memories, it can also be stressful. hopefully, somewhere within your schedule you’ll also find time for yourself.

At Mclaren Macomb, as we reflect on the passing year we always recognize the role our physicians play in caring for our community. whether in our emergency department, at the bedside or in their offices, our dedicated medical staff continues to demonstrate their commitment to our neighbors in Macomb County and across the region. we thank them for working toward a healthier community throughout the year. we cannot forget those less fortunate during the holiday season. in this issue of Macomb Health & Life we provide a list of worthy causes you may want to consider supporting through a donation of time or dollars. these charitable organizations, and many others in our county, provide safety-net services to Macomb County’s most vulnerable residents, all of whom are deserving of our time and attention any time of year. on behalf of the entire team here at Mclaren Macomb, we hope the holiday season brings joy to you and your family. we look forward to a healthy new year for Macomb County. wishing you the best of health,

Thomas Brisse President & Ceo MClAren MACoMb

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editor’s note

GivinG Thanks WE ALL TEND TO THINK our own Thanksgiving traditions are the best ones, and I confess I’m no exception.

When I was newly married, I recall, my husband’s family’s recipe for stuffing prevailed that first November, and it was perfectly fine.

But oh, how I missed the Italian family-recipe stuffing I’d grown up with, generously blessed as it was with cheese, eggs, sausage and bread!

The moral isn’t that old ways of doing things are always best. (God forbid!)

It’s that at holiday time, a cherished custom shared by family members can be part of what knits them together and enriches shared memories. To me, that stuffing tasted—and still tastes—just like love.

Thanksgiving desserts, on the other hand, aren’t “sacred” in my family. Although we love apple pie and pumpkin pie, we also love to change things up a bit. This year, I’m going to whip up one of the “traditional with a twist” desserts featured on page 35. I can’t decide between the butterscotch bourbon bread pudding or the salted dark chocolate tart with pistachios. They both look so good...maybe I’ll make both!

In this issue of Macomb Health & Life we also highlight a host of fun things to see and do this fall and winter on page 47—from craft shows and photo ops with Santa Claus to a family-friendly New Year’s Eve party and an adults-only night of laughs with comedian Kathy Griffin.

Haven’t booked a winter vacation yet? That’s a good thing!

Because you’ll want to read our article about the pleasures of visting Quebec City in the wintertime. (See page 32.) Yes, wintertime. Dress warmly and you’ll have a fantastic time exploring the narrow, car-free steets of Vieux-Québec (old Quebec), taking a horse-drawn sleigh ride, sampling the local cuisine and enjoying the amenities of the Fairmont Le Château Frontenac.

Of course, there’s much more to discover in this issue of Macomb Health & LIfe. We hope you enjoy reading it as much as we enjoyed putting it together for you. Until we meet again, we hope you have a happy Thanksgiving and a wonderful holiday season!

RITA GUARnA editor in chief editor@wainscotmedia.com

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There’s no place like home

McLaren Homecare delivers clinically excellent, compassionate care to patients where they are most comfortable—at home. Individuals of all ages who have health problems and prefer to stay home, but whose care cannot be effectively provided solely by friends or family members can choose home care. And, more and more, they turn to a name they can trust—McLaren Homecare.

Whether you or a loved one is in need of a wheelchair, physical rehabilitation or expert medical care in the comfort of home, we can help. McLaren Homecare Group serves more than 25 counties throughout Michigan, including Macomb, St. Clair and Oakland.

Our services include: > Home Health Care

> Hospice Services

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Rhubarb pie is an American classic. It has inspired musical tributes from the likes of Garrison Keillor and John Fogerty. But are you aware that Macomb was once the rhubarb capital of the U.S.?

“Around 5 million pounds of the vegetable were produced in the Sterling Heights and Utica area in 1961,” reports the website of Sterling Heights.

“This was 65 percent of the world’s hot-house rhubarb”—that is, rhubarb grown in heated greenhouses known as root houses.

The celery-like vegetable needs to be prepared with a sweetener to mellow its tartness, and although it’s often paired with strawberry it also complements ginger or can be prepared on its own by roasting it with honey.

In the 1940s and ’50s an annual Rhubarb Festival was held in Utica, recalls a descendant of an industry pioneer, and “at one time root houses appeared in virtually every farm in Macomb County.”

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These charming old-school shops celebrate a past that’s not forgotten—and maybe not really gone, either: Learn how to fashion a pair of soft socks by hand, or perhaps create a felted bag at the charming knitting store Labor of Love (586.246.4724), located in a quaint house on Main Street in Romeo.

Owner Tina Sullivan-Salgado offers knitting classes for all skill levels, focusing on multiple popular techniques, such as entrelac directional knitting (which results in a diamond pattern), lace knitting, Fair Isle knitting and basic sock making. Classes comprise six weekly sessions. Prefer to stitch in solitude? Yarn, tools and accessories are available at the shop for purchase, in addition to goods from local businesses (think, for example, lavender spray from a nearby farm to make that blanket you’ve crafted all the more cuddleworthy).

Sure, music is available at the tap of a finger these days, but some people crave the nostalgic sound of an LP. So Weirdsville Records (586.468.2665) in Mount Clemens

specializes in selling and buying vintage vinyl records and equipment. From rare and limited-edition records to used cassettes, vintagestyle band posters and refurbished LP players, this store is like a brickand-mortar eBay for fans of timeless music.

Lovers of vintage clothing and costume jewelry are sure to be charmed at Max & Ollie’s Vintage Boutique, an eclectic thrift/consignment shop in Mount Clemens.

Former stay-at-home mom Diane Kubik opened the shop with her sister in 2006 while her sons were only 8 and 6. Her father, now retired, made and sold his woodworking at the store, which Kubik filled with an assortment of clothing, accessories and knickknacks. The new, expanded location opened in 2012 and provides an even broader selection, including “upcycled” cashmere sweaters by Heather’s Whimsy and decorative Renaissance-themed chiffon dresses made by Magnolia Princess. Follow the company on Facebook to learn of upcoming events, including a holiday open house.

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Ice, ice, baby

Winter’s on the way no matter what you do, so why not embrace it? Ice skating is one of the most enjoyable sports there is, and it’s good exercise too.

Fortunately, places to skate abound in Macomb County, both outdoors and in:

OUTDOORS: Head over to Lake St. Clair Metropark (586.463.4581), which offers an outdoor rink near the west playfield of the park. The rink is open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and features a warming room for a comfortable break after you’ve made figure eights in the ice to your heart’s delight. Bonus: If you want to add variety to your outdoor winter play, a nearby sledding hill is the perfect place for a thrilling ride, and two-and-a-half miles of crosscountry ski trails let you explore the snowy landscape. See metroparks .com for updates on ice conditions. Entrance: $7 a vehicle.

Stony Creek Metropark (586.781.4242) likewise offers an outdoor ice-skating area on Stony Creek Lake. It’s inside the park, which offers a stunning wintry setting after a snowfall. A warming room is available to give those frozen fingers and toes a moment to thaw. More active visitors may also be interested in a designated snowboarding hill, cross-country skiing areas (equipment rentals available) and the new sport of snowkiting (think windsurfing on snow). See metroparks.com for ice conditions, equipment rental prices (ice skates not available) and more.

INDOORS: Get out of the elements and dance around the ice indoors while a disc jockey spins some tunes during DJ Skate night every Friday (starting Nov. 6) from 7 to 8:50 p.m. at the Mount Clemens Ice Arena (586.307.8202). There is also public skating during the daytime on Saturdays and Sundays. Admission: $5 (adults), $4.50 (children, students, seniors). Skate rental: $2. See mountclemensicearena.com for times and information on upcoming themed skate events, including a Thanksgiving-themed skate and “Skating with Santa.”

Open skate hours are available all week at the popular indoor rink at Suburban Ice Macomb (586.992.8600) including a pre-school open skate so that the little ones can safely try out the sport (admission: $5 for both child and adult, $3 skate rentals). But if you were hoping for a less tame event with an older crowd, perhaps black light skating would be more to your liking. On Friday and Saturday nights, the lights go down and the beats pump out as you glow and glide across the ice to music. Friday nights: SK8 Jamz is $10, including skate rental.

Saturday nights: Black Light Open SK8 is $7 admission, $3 skate rental. Visit suburbanicemacomb.com for a full schedule.

Doggie in the Window

After protests by local residents opposing “puppy mills” in which they said pets confined to small cages were offered for sale, the Gibraltar Trade Center in Mount Clemens opted not to renew the lease of a pet store. In its place, in late August the Macomb County Animal Control/Shelter opened a new, low-cost pet adoption facility. Run by volunteers, the center is open each Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and adoption fees range from $50 to $200. All pets offered for adoption by the center are spayed/neutered and vaccinated.

House of History

The holiday season and the Victorian era go together like tea and honey. So why not head over to Mount Clemens’ Crocker House Museum (586.465.2488) to experience the best of both? This historical museum offers guided tours led by actors in traditional garb, who explain the traditions of the era and the history of the town during themed events.

The Crocker House was built in 1869 by Mount Clemens’ first mayor, Joshua Dickinson, and was also the home of his daughter, Katherine, and her husband, George Crocker, who would become mayor himself.

Upcoming events include Tea Talk at Two: “Mr. Lincoln, You are Such a Caution!” (Nov. 17), in which participants sip tea while enjoying a presentation by well-regarded Abraham Lincoln impersonator Fred Priebe, and Simply Dickens Tea (Dec. 20), which features old-time Christmas carols as well as a formal tea with pastries. Visit crockerhouse museum.com for tour information or other details or to order tickets.

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More mature and settled, Megan and Anthony are glad they waited to start a family.

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Like most women, Megan* was overjoyed when

she found out she was pregnant. After all, she and her fiancé, Anthony, had given lots of thought to starting a family. In her late 20s, Megan was working long hours and saving for a house. As her friends started having children she began to understand the commitment necessary to be a good mother and decided to wait. Now, at age 34, Megan knows this is the right time and she’s ready.

“I feel mature and settled,” says Megan. “I’m glad we waited. I think it will make me a better mom.”

This isn’t unusual. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the number of first-time mothers between ages 35 and 39 rose nationally between 1990 and 2012. More specifically, between 2000 and 2012 “first birth” rates for women age 35 to 39 rose 24 percent, while increasing by 35 percent for women age 40 to 44.

“I see quite a few patients over 30 with their first pregnancy,” says Dr. Linda Karadsheh, Megan’s obstetrician at McLaren Macomb. “Women can absolutely have healthy pregnancies over the age of 30—even over 35. I generally advise women not to rush into childbearing just because they are approaching 30.

It’s much more important to wait until timing is right if you can.”

For most women, committing to a healthy pregnancy includes a diet rich in fiber and healthy protein, a daily multivitamin with folic acid, and avoiding alcohol or smoking.

For women with certain conditions such as diabetes, more specific guidelines apply. For all pregnant women, it is important to consult with a physician to understand any specific health needs and concerns.

For Megan, diet and nutrition were just the first of many questions to come. Having never babysat or changed a diaper, she felt she had lots to learn. She quickly began reading any information she could find on pregnancy and the birthing process. While websites and books provided a great deal of information, some of the most useful tips she received were from friends and her sister Anne, who has two young children.

“The best advice I received was, ‘Relax, you’ll know what

Megan and Anthony designed a nontraditional nursery for their baby.

to do. Your instincts will kick in when you have your baby in your arms,’” Megan recalls. This sentiment is shared by many mothers in retrospect and offers some comfort for new moms like Megan, who can’t imagine how they’ll know what to do for their new little one.

One area that Megan didn’t need any advice in was the design of the baby’s nursery. She and Anthony are creative and resourceful, so when they decided to create a nontraditional nursery they drew from inspiration all around them.

“We knew we were having a boy, and we wanted to create a room that was masculine yet fun,” explains Megan. “We did the ceiling in a dark blue starry night, with a vintage ship as a light fixture. The nursery has been so much fun to plan!”

The couple’s creativity has resulted in a one-of-a-kind newborn bedroom, with a custom-painted reclaimed dresser from the Salvation Army, horizontal wood inlay on one wall and a deer skull incorporated into the decor. Additional touches such as nursery rhyme books and a quilt that was handmade

by Megan’s mother bring an added softness to the room, perfect for a new baby.

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“We’re pretty proud of the room,” Megan says.

As it turned out, Megan and Anthony completed the nursery just in time.

Megan delivered on September 1, just a few days prior to her original due date.

“I feel great! It has been a dream,” said Megan two days after delivery. “The hospital staff was amazing! I couldn’t have asked for better care.”

“Megan was truly an example for all pregnant women through her pregnancy and delivery,” says Dr. Karadsheh. “She came to every appointment with a smile on her face. You could easily see she loved being pregnant, and she was an absolute joy to care for.”

Megan’s preparation and education helped her have a good delivery without any complications. After labor that lasted nine hours, she and Anthony became parents to Tristan James.

“When Megan and Anthony finally met their new little one, their tears were contagious,” says Dr. Karadsheh.

Now, as new parents, Megan and Anthony continue to learn more every day. From middle-of-the-night feedings to dirty-diaper changes, their once quiet household has changed overnight. And for the better.

When asked what advice she would give to other first-time mothers, Megan says there’s no way to fully prepare for the birthing experience.

“I am usually very calm and collected, but in the hospital I became very emotional,” Megan recalls. “I cried because I was overwhelmed, because I was scared and because I was happy and relieved. But at the end of the day, all I felt was love, amazement and accomplishment. It was a feeling that I had never experienced before. It was incredible.”

Anthony agrees, although he’s had a few long nights trying to comfort and quiet Tristan when he cries.

“Before I was a dad, people made it seem like I’d never have another peaceful moment,” Anthony says. “But I wouldn’t change any of this for the world.” *Last name withheld for privacy.

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Planning for Pregnancy A checklist for starting a family Like most important life events, starting a family can benefit from thoughtful planning before and during pregnancy. Here are a few items to consider when you’re ready to take that next step.

Visit an OB/GYN physician: Before becoming pregnant, talk to your doctor to discuss your overall health condition and any concerns that may impact pregnancy. Proper prenatal care is an essential step in a healthy pregnancy.

A quilt made by Megan’s mom is one of many unique touches in the nursery.

Develop healthy habits: Exercise is important for pregnant women, so talk with your physician regarding the level and types of exercise that may be right for you. If you smoke or drink alcohol, develop a plan to successfully stop prior to becoming pregnant.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, alcohol can cause problems for your developing baby throughout your pregnancy, including before you know you are pregnant. Additionally, smoking may make it harder for a woman to get pregnant, and women who smoke during pregnancy are more likely than other women to have a miscarriage.

For these reasons, women planning to get pregnant should consider avoiding alcohol or smoking as soon as they decide to start a family.

Update your diet: Be sure to eat foods rich in folate prior to and during pregnancy. Pregnant women should avoid fish high in mercury and limit caffeine intake. Talk with your physician regarding specific dietary needs.

Learn about pregnancy and childbirth: In addition to information provided by your physician, there is a significant amount of information available online or at your local library. When searching online, always choose a reputable source such as your physician’s hospital website, womenshealth.gov or cdc.gov.

Develop a birth plan: Talk with your partner or support person regarding the type of delivery you want, including pain management and who you’d like to be in the room during labor.

Pamper yourself: Any new mom can tell you that once the baby is born, life changes! While it can be wonderful and fulfilling, having a newborn can also be stressful. Take time before delivery to manage stress and develop routines that you may be able to continue after delivery, such as meditating, listening to soothing music or walking through your neighborhood.

See more tips for planning for a healthy pregnancy at mclaren.org/macombhealthandlife.

Get more advice and information for new moms at mclaren.org/MacombHealthandLife.

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a mother’s service

Tech. Sgt. MaryAnn Buchholtz,

Michigan Air National Guard, and her convoy were stopped on a road in the middle of a jungle in Southeast Asia in the early 2000s. While on a humanitarian mission, the convoy halted as their Humvee broke down in an area known for hostage-taking attacks by al-Qaeda.

Quickly, Buchholtz and the rest of the convoy—armed—set up a perimeter while their staff sergeant headed under the hood to assess the engine.

During these moments of extreme intensity, while keeping her immediate focus on the jungle in front of her, her thoughts made their way back home.

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“I kept thinking, ‘I need to make it home, I need to get to my kids,’” she said. “The threat—whatever it was—I knew I needed to fight it off and get back to them.”

At the time, Sgt. Buchholtz was a single mother of two young children, and she was in the midst of a five-month deployment. Her assignment included assembling humanitarian packages to be delivered to orphanages and villages. As an all too real daily reminder, her workspace was located near the storage area for coffins.

“You think of your kids and the thought creeps up on you, ‘Will I be going home in one of those?’” she said.

Tech. Sgt. MaryAnn Buchholtz has served her country bravely, but she’s never stopped being a mom first.

“Being a single mom, I had to leave my home, leave my children with family.”

Without a doubt, being away from loved ones for long stretches of time—especially in far-off, dangerous places around the world—is difficult for children and their parents.

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set of challenges during deployment,” said Eric Gunckle, Ph.D., a psychologist with McLaren Macomb.

“The stressors of being separated from children and attempting to manage family responsibilities back home, while focusing on her performance and duties in dangerous and potentially hostile surroundings abroad, became facts of everyday life for Sergeant Buchholtz.”

It’s generally acknowledged that the mother-child bond is especially important and often quite strong when children are young, Dr. Gunckle adds. When typical day-to-day parentchild interaction is temporarily suspended due to deployment, it’s easy to understand the added stress that places on a family.

“I’ve missed some birthdays,” said Buchholtz, currently a noncommissioned officer in charge of chapel operations at Selfridge Air National Guard Base in Harrison Township. “I’ve missed some important events.”

The first holiday season she spent away from her children was due to an overseas deployment scheduled for late November. An unacknowledged, festivedampening mood silently hung over the Thanksgiving meal as she prepared for departure the next day. That year, Christmas was especially difficult.

“You try to get your mind off the fact of not being home,” she said. “We all made our calls back home—it’s quite difficult.

Very hard, very melancholy.”

That particular deployment lasted five months. When she returned, she arranged a surprise reunion with her children at a hotel where, unbeknownst to them, she was waiting for them behind the door when they arrived at their room.

“My daughter, I’ll never forget it, she just stood there,” Buchholtz said. “It was so great to see them again. It’s so tough to be away.”

As great as the moment was—the sense of joy and relief shared among family—it would ultimately be short-lived as another deployment loomed. Such is life of the U.S. servicemen and women.

While she was at home, Buchholtz would savor all the time with her children.

There were nights when she would sneak into their room—just to be with them— and cry.

“I was so grateful for them and for the time we had,” Buchholtz said. “So grateful to have returned home.”

Each deployment required an inner strength, as she was separated from her children for months at a time. She credits her children with being just as strong and brave as their mother, since these long separations were not easy for them. The children were living with family, loved and well cared for. But not having their mother at home was difficult.

“They knew I was in the military and that was part of the work,” she said. “Life was different for them. It’s very hard.”

Before and during deployments, Buchholtz would never tell her children exactly when she would be coming home.

She didn’t want the children waiting in great anticipation for a circled date on the calendar when Mom would walk through the door again. With the inherent danger of her work, there was always the possibility that day might never come.

“Mom being away because of deployment presents children with an unusual situation and a unique set of challenges,” said Dr. Gunckle. “Children in these situations are forced to mature and adapt to changes in their dayto-day routine. They must also cope with the emotional consequences of

the deployment, which can include feelings of loneliness, anger, fear and uncertainty.”

As much as her children needed her, Buchholtz also missed the emotional support she found in them.

During yet another deployment—this time to Ramstein Air Force Base in Germany—she wasn’t necessarily in physical harm. But the mental stress was continual. Her duties included meeting and caring for wounded combat soldiers returning from action in Iraq and Afghanistan. Often, she and a military physician were the first to board the plane.

“You see just about anything,” she said. “Wounded soldiers were coming in like clockwork. There were double and quadruple amputees. Sometimes they would just look at you, and their eyes would be like glass.”

Seeing this all-too-real side of the world that servicemen and women call “heavy” takes its toll after a while. But Buchholtz, loyal to her sense of duty, kept coming back until her deployments to Ramstein concluded.

“Military personnel serving in combat or other hostile settings can be subject to prolonged periods of significant physical and emotional stress, which can lead to a situation commonly referred to as ‘distress,’” said Dr. Gunckle. “Long-term exposure to these types of stressful conditions can place an individual at increased risk for various health problems including anxiety, depression and sleep disorders.”

Eventually, Buchholtz knew it was time for a change of pace. She found her way to Selfridge Air National Guard Base, where she has served for the past three years. Now that she has built a career in the military, her children are ages 21 and 17—and her youngest is 3 years old. As she continues her duties as a mother of a young child, she also continues her commitment to serving her country.

“I’m still able to render care and help people,” Buchholtz said. “I do it from where I’m sitting right now.”

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inside look

Here’s Paul Stelzer as an ardent walker today (left) and as a young soldier in World War II.

Walk

This Way

A quiet Lakeside Mall buzzes WITH ACTIVITY

early on a Wednesday morning before stores are open.

Outside the food court sits a table with sheets of registered names and dates of the McLaren Macomb Walking Club—“X”s next to names and under dates attended. On one of the pages, there’s a name with “X”s across all columns—one who has perfect attendance.

Paul Stelzer soon ambles in for a morning stroll, as he has every Wednesday since the Waking Club began in early 2012.

As always, he is wearing his “World War II Veteran” cap—ironically given to him by an old Vietnam veteran friend of his.

Even at age 89, Paul still gets up, dons his ubiquitous cap and heads out to the mall every Wednesday.

“It’s good for the old ticker,” Paul said, pointing to his chest with a wide grin. “It helps to keep it going.”

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(Wednesdays)—is a free program for anyone interested in and looking for a way to stay active. The Club also offers exclusive seminars featuring various McLaren Macomb healthcare professionals.

“We offer it as a great way to exercise and socialize with other walkers who share ambitions of heart health and active lifestyles,” said Kelley Lovati, community relations coordinator at McLaren Macomb. “And the response has been overwhelmingly positive.

The entire program has grown steadily since it started in 2012.”

Long ago, Paul recognized and understood the importance of staying active, especially as he “started getting older.” But at the same time, he’s beginning to realize his limitations.

“I used to be able to do more—twice around the top, twice around the bottom,” Paul said, referring to the two levels of Lakeside. “Now, I can do about a half an hour and that’s about it—just once around the top.”

Still, despite any self-perceived limitations, Paul keeps coming back.

“The exercise is good for me,” he said. “But I also get to see a lot of people, like them over there”—Paul points to a couple walking toward him, who point, smile and wave back.

People here know Paul. They enjoy his company and he’s gained a reputation for telling some of the more amusing and interesting stories from his war experiences.

Like the time he and his Army Signal Corps platoon installed more than 760 miles of telephone wire in a month—working day and night—on the island of Luzon in the Philippines.

Or the time his platoon forced a car to stop and wait so they could finish hanging lines, only to find that the car’s lone occupant was General Douglas MacArthur.

He has plenty of such tales, and more than enough fellow walkers eager to listen. And as the program continues to grow, other walkers share their stories as well.

“We have more than 300 people participating in the Lakeside Club,” said Lovati. “Most Wednesdays we have 100 here, but more usually come when we have physician presentations the last Wednesday of the month.” Recent presentations have included cardiac rehabilitation and peripheral artery disease. Upcoming presentations include hypertension (December) and diabetes (January).

To learn more about the McLaren Macomb Walking Clubs at Lakeside and Macomb Mall, visit mclaren.org/macombwalkingclub.

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Healthy Outcomes Most parents with students away at college share a similar mix of emotions—pride and excitement for their children’s accomplishments, combined with concern and worry for their safety. Jessica’s parents were no different, and one night it became all too real.

In 2012, while driving home from college for Christmas break, Jessica Clingenpeel’s car hit a patch of black ice on the highway, causing her to lose control of her vehicle. She ended up in a head-on collision with an oncoming car just a mile away from her parents’ home.

Sustaining numerous life-threatening injuries, she was ultimately transported to McLaren Macomb, where she underwent multiple surgeries and treatments administered by the team at Macomb County’s first verified trauma center.

After months spent in the Intensive Care Unit and physical therapy, Jessica returned home, but undoubtedly still had a long road ahead. Fast forward two-and-a-half years, Jessica says she is “fully recovered to where I would like to be.”

She credits—and continues to express her utmost gratitude for—her team of doctors and nurses for getting her through recovery, and she continues to improve.

“Even since my initial recovery (in 2014),” she said, “I’m doing way better. Then I was using a walker, and now I’m walking

The wreckage of Jessica Clingenpeel’s car after her accident looked scary, but she has recovered from her injuries. At left is Jessica with her dad, Mike Clingenpeel.

perfectly on my own.”

“I’ve been doing the exercise bike in the school gym a lot,” she said.

Early on, she was told she would be in a wheelchair until July 2014, more than seven months into her recovery. However, Jessica was walking under her own power three months sooner than expected. She’s even been running—although she was nervous and did so with extreme caution.

“I was determined,” she said.

After taking a semester off to recover, Jessica is back on track. She’ll be graduating from college with a degree in graphic design. As for driving, she got back at it as soon as she could walk.

A major milestone for Jessica was the ability to dance at her cousin’s wedding. Just months prior, a dance at a wedding would have not been considered a major triumph for Jessica.

But on that day—and forever after her accident—every accomplishment holds a new meaning for her.

“I’m proud and thankful that I was able to make it back to this point.”

Overall, Jessica says she’s doing very well—not just in her recovery, but with her life in general. And she’s looking forward to many future opportunities—opportunities that easily might not have been.

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Giving for

the Heart

The Health Benefits of Volunteering MANY ORGANIZATIONS HAVE COME to rely on the contributions of volunteers.

This is true for McLaren Macomb, with its Volunteer Guild recently celebrating its 60th anniversary.

“Everything they do is designed to benefit patient care in the hospital,” said Daniela Dimovski, supervisor of volunteer services at McLaren Macomb. “The hospital staff really seems to appreciate the work they do and the things they bring in, and there’s a real sense of pride in it for them.”

While the definition of volunteerism means there is no compensation, donating one’s time and service to the community isn’t entirely without reward.

A study conducted by researchers at the University of Minnesota shows a number of positive correlations between volunteering and better health later in life. The study concludes that “older people who volunteer have better self-reported health and mental health than those who don’t.”

The study also notes that those who volunteer regularly with a structured organization experience “slower declines in self-reported health and physical functions,

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slower increases in depression levels and lower mortality rates,” while at the same time the volunteer experience “provides an opportunity to increase their social networks and their resources.”

“A lot of our volunteers come to us because they’re looking to fill up an empty day—some are newly retired or have recently lost a spouse,” Dimovski said.

“Many of them have told me about how surprised there are by how good they feel, both physically and mentally, not to mention all the new people they get to meet—fellow volunteers, hospital staff, patients and visitors.”

Wade Leonard has been volunteering at McLaren Macomb for more than 10 years.

He was motivated to join after retiring from teaching in the Mount Clemens Community Schools.

“Coming here is sort of addicting,” Wade said. “I come here and get the opportunity to see the other volunteers, many of whom I call my friends now. And when it’s time to leave for the day, I always seem to find myself walking out with a smile. It’s a fun job and one you can really get something out of.”

Wade often works with Rosemary Wubble, who in 2015 celebrated her 42nd

year volunteering with the hospital.

“I’m a person of giving,” Rosemary said. “I love being with people—it’s better for me.”

This seems to be a common characteristic of McLaren Macomb volunteers, with more than 300 people giving their time and energy to support patient care needs.

“There’s no better gift they could give us,” added Dimovski. “It means so much to our staff, and even more to our patients.

Looking to lend a helping hand around Macomb County this holiday season?

Here are some great local organizations that can use your help: Macomb County Rotating Emergency Shelter Team (MCREST) mcrest.org Care House mccarehouse.org mclaren macomb mclaren.org/macombvolunteers More opportunities can be found at volunteer.macombgov.org.

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Diversity Matters You probably have noticed that Macomb county

efforts. Companies such as L&L Products and Loving Touch Transportation have been nominated for the county’s diversity is changing. This change is not new. In fact, it has been under way award, Model of OneMacomb. for more than 20 years. According to U.S. Census Bureau data, in Healthcare organizations also realize the importance of 1990 96 percent of Macomb County residents were Caucasian. embracing diversity and ensuring an inclusive environment. For By 2010, that figure had decreased to 84 percent, with notable example, McLaren Macomb recently expanded its translation increases in African-American, Asian and Hispanic residents. capabilities to include MARTII, portable video devices that offer Other changes have occurred as well. Between 2000 and 2010, translation for more than 200 languages, including sign language Macomb County has experienced a decrease in the percentage for the hearing-impaired. The nursing staff throughout the hospital of married couples, an increase in households with adults age 60 has been trained to use the devices, providing or greater and an increase in immigrants from reassurance to patients for whom English is not abroad, especially from the Middle East, Southeast “Macomb County primary language.

Asia and Eastern Europe. These changes have has changed greatly their“It’s important that our care team can clearly resulted in lifestyles that are increasingly different over the past decade. communicate with all patients,” says Tom Brisse, than those in the 1990s and prior.

Its population is McLaren Macomb president. “We want patients to In response to these shifting demographics, Macomb County has worked to develop now more diverse, know we are committed to honoring their culture and beliefs, and that starts with communication.” initiatives and resources to support its increasing both racially Through its diversity committee, the hospital cultural diversity and changing lifestyles. Through and ethnically, also offers free monthly ethnic food tastings for the development of OneMacomb, the county encompassing more employees, among other efforts to help staff learn promotes multiculturalism and inclusiveness non-traditional about different cultures. as key reasons why Macomb County is one of “We also want to provide an inclusive family structures.”

Michigan’s best places to live, work and play.

“Communities that proactively welcome ­—The New Macomb County environment for our team members,” adds Brisse.

Study published in 2012 “It’s important that our employees feel connected newcomers and take steps to ensure successful to the community and supported by our hospital. integration help create a more vibrant county for all That enables them to provide the best care to our patients.” to live in,” said Macomb County Executive Mark A. Hackel.

It is an exciting time in Macomb County, as businesses and In support of this commitment, Hackel proclaimed Macomb County as a “welcoming community,” designed to build cooperation, organizations continually retool processes and communication to embrace the county’s growing diversity. This is good news, as respect and compassion among all members of the community. studies have shown that diversity spurs economic development This is part of Welcoming Michigan’s Welcoming Cities and in communities and provides exposure to broader ideas and Counties initiative to create a more welcoming, immigrant-friendly experiences in the classroom. community and maximize economic growth and cultural vitality.

By taking a leading role in the development of diversity A focus on diversity and inclusion has also been demonstrated and inclusion initiatives, Macomb County is well positioned for in the private sector, as some of Macomb County’s more forwardcontinued growth for years to come. thinking businesses and organizations have expanded their At a Sept. 18 naturalization ceremony hosted by Macomb Community College and OneMacomb, 87 people from 32 countries became U.S. citizens.

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Gatherings Macomb Chamber Hall of Fame Dinner

1 From left, Heather Schmuckel, Danielle Bare, Macomb Chamber President Grace Shore, Patricia Walerczyk, George Calvet, Angela Rogers, Rene Plizga and Amy Krause 1

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Martha T. Berry Foundation Strolling Barbecue & CARNIVAL The Martha T. Berry Medical Care Facility in Mount Clemens has served county residents for 65 years. On Sept. 10, a “strolling barbecue and carnival” fundraising event paid tribute to that service.

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for the cancer center, they’re on the beam The Ted B. Wahby Cancer Center at McLaren Macomb is expanding, adding 19,000 square feet to its existing 28,500 and increasing the number of transfusion chairs for cancer patients from 19 to 28. To celebrate the expansion, expected to be completed by mid-November, Macomb County officials and hospital administrators and staffers signed their names on a construction beam.

3 Mount Clemens Mayor Barb Dempsey examines the signatures.

4 McLaren Macomb President Tom Brisse, McLaren Macomb Board Chair and Macomb County Treasurer Ted B. Wahby and McLaren Macomb trauma surgeon Dr. James McQuiston

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paying tribute to a leader The late Mathew James Gaberty was a former Macomb County road commissioner and an avid fundraiser who helped assure that citizens of Macomb wouldn’t have to leave the county to reach a fully accredited chest pain center—thus the Mat Gaberty Heart Center bears his name.

Recently, a painting of Gaberty was unveiled.

5 McLaren Macomb President and CEO Tom Brisse, McLaren Macomb Board Chair and Macomb County Treasurer Ted B. Wahby, McLaren Macomb cardiologist Dr. John Kazmierski and Mat Gaberty Jr.

Health fair Selfridge Air National Guard Base was the site of this free event on Sept. 18, which offered blood pressure screenings, assessments for health risk factors, body mass index (BMI) measurements and varied informational presentations.

6 Dr. Kandice Beenken, Jennifer Curl, L’Nora Bieske, Jennifer Dixon and Daniela Dimovski

Committed to Kids

7 Mount Clemens Community Schools’ Dawnté Hannah, Kelly Metter and Jennifer Hohensee pose with OPEIU Local 40 nurses Janice Docherty and Jenna Sahr from McLaren Macomb, who donated more than 140 backpacks filled with school supplies for area students.

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The owners’ teenage daughter set this bedroom design in motion by selecting the wallpaper.

To keep the look “cozy and calm,” the designer kept other patterns to a minimum. Crystal-studded bedding and pillows suggest the night sky and invite restful slumber.

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Blissful BEDROOMS In a lush country estate, the bedrooms are designed as much for living as for slumber.

Interior design by L I L A M U N E M Photography by P E T E R R Y M W I D

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OPEN THE DOOR TO A LUSH HIDEAWAY, PERFECT FOR SLEEPING—AND LIVING.

When it comes to decorating, many homeowners concentrate on

rooms for entertaining, giving short shrift to private areas of the house. “That wasn’t the case with one of my recent clients,” says interior designer Lila Munem. “When we finished decorating the family room, the hub for gatherings, the owners asked me to move on to the next phase—the bedrooms.

“That made total sense,” she adds. “We spend at least a third of our lives in the bedroom, and the quality of that environment has a direct effect on how we sleep and our sense of well-being.”

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Many details of the younger daughter’s bedroom—from the Lucite ghost table to the offwhite carpet to the two-tone monochromatic furniture— were chosen to create the impression of sleeping in a luxurious cloud. Mauve grass-cloth wallpaper by Thibaut contains subtle strands of silver and gold, which are echoed by the mixed metals of the vanity and bedside tables.

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The low, flat planes of the seating, coffee table and bed create an almost Zenlike sense of calm and stability in this master bedroom and, not incidentally, raise the apparent ceiling height. An area rug by Martha Stewart seems to float atop the wall-to-wall carpeting.

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The owners recognized this, and they wanted the master bedroom to be more than a place for sleeping. They asked Munem to add sectional seating so they could really stretch out with a book in front of the fire.

Two teenage daughters wanted some glamour in their bedrooms. The older one, age 15 at the time, presented Munem with a swatch of glittering wallpaper she loved. This was her jumping-off point for a feminine retreat where a girl could

also write a mean term paper or study for midterms, but where any adult would feel at ease.

The younger daughter’s bedroom is equally feminine, and it, too, is designed to grow with its occupant. Luxe touches like a mirrored vanity and slipper chair encourage lingering.

“My philosophy is that every room in the house should be beautiful and designed for living,” says Munem. “When you’re nodding off to sleep or just waking up, beauty really matters!”

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Escapes

The Fairmont Le Ch창teau Frontenac presides over a glittering Quebec City at evening like a queen at court.

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northern lights Perfect for a long weekend getaway, Quebec City shines with Gallic charm all winter long. By rita guarna

I admit it: I hate winter. Frigid temperatures

and snow that looks beautiful for an hour and turns to slush for a week are not my idea of fun. I don’t ski (except on water), and I’d rather don a straw fedora than earmuffs.

But I was assured that Quebec City, the French-speaking capital of Canada’s second most populous province, would change my chilly attitude toward the season. Apparently, natives here don’t merely survive the coldest time of year; they celebrate it.

I don’t mean just some hasty solstice rite. They honor Old Man Winter with an annual two-week outdoor carnival, the now famous Carnaval de Québec. This year’s event, which wrapped up on February 15, included an ice sculpting competition, parades complete with brightly lit floats,

clowns and marching bands, mini-golf (on ice, of course), dog sledding, ice fishing, music and fireworks. (Next year’s carnival takes place from January 29 to February 14.)

And there’s more to wintertime pursuits than just the carnival. Start your trip at the top with a visit to Vieux-Québec (old Quebec), which sits atop a bluff and is enclosed by sections of the old city wall—the only remaining ramparts from a fortified city in the Americas north of Mexico. It’s been named a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Just outside the walls you’ll find Battlefields Park, which includes the Plains of Abraham, where British and French troops clashed in 1759 in a battle that claimed both commanders’ lives. (The Brits won, but the town’s French language and culture stubbornly persisted—and as if to prove the point,

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Built on the site of a 17th-century stairway linking upper and lower sections of town, the iron steps of L’Escalier Casse-Cou—the breakneck stairway— date to 1893. Part of the ramparts of old Quebec City, Porte Saint Louis is the successor to a gate thought to have been put up in 1694; it was rebuilt three times, most recently in 1880. Brightly lit shops beckon browsers on picturesque Rue Sainte-Anne in Quebec City’s Old Town.

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a beautiful garden here is named for Joan of Arc.) From the narrow, car-free streets of Vieux-Québec, descend a staircase called L’Escalier Casse-Cou (the breakneck stairway) to the Lower Town, where remnants of the first permanent settlement in New France have been lovingly preserved. The many boutiques, shops and cafes, mostly housed in restored 17th- and 18thcentury buildings, will guarantee that you do more than just window-shop.

Don’t stop there. Footsteps away is the redeveloped Vieux-Port, or Old Port, where you’ll find a seamless blend of old and new—homes, antique shops, art galleries and some of the city’s best restaurants. Bone up on Quebec culture in the Musée de la Civilisation, which provides bilingual exhibits on contemporary and early French-Canadian history.

Speaking of history, consider being a guest at the Fairmont Le Château Frontenac, the 120-year-old beating heart of the city. The fourdiamond hotel, which looks like an 18th-century palace high above the mighty St. Lawrence River, recently underwent a $75 million lobby-to-roof facelift, making it even more clearly the place to lay your head in Quebec City. The main lobby reveals the majestic atmosphere at once. A custom 15-foot chandelier—fashioned from slender pieces of glass modeled after the icicles that form during Quebec’s winters—shines over the grand staircase, while Italian blue onyx back-lit panels, inspired by the beautiful St. Lawrence River, welcome guests to the reception area.

Make time for a meal at Cham-

plain, the hotel’s signature eatery, showcasing innovative Québécois cuisine. There you’ll find ginger-marinated salmon with crispy roasted onion bulbs and an emulsion of sorrel from the hotel’s rooftop garden.

Carnivores might enjoy the pistachio-crusted lamb loin with grilled vegetables, caramelized carrot puree and garlic clove confit. Actually, all of Fairmont’s restaurants have been transformed under the watchful eye of Baptiste Peupion, who was chef de cuisine at the Shangri-La Hotel in his native Paris. He began his career at some notable Michelin-starred restaurants, including the three-star Louis XV at Hotel de Paris, Monaco.

If you prefer a quick bite, try the 1608 Wine & Cheese Bar. Inspired by the year of Quebec City’s founding, it offers one of the largest assortments of Quebec cheeses in Canada.

Of course, you may not be indoors for long. For Québécois, it seems, the snow is an invitation to leave behind the comfort of the blazing hearth and frolic outside, despite daytime temperatures that hover around 20 degrees Fahrenheit. You might consider gliding on cross-country skis or snowshoes to explore the sinuous alleyways. I chose the slip-sliding method instead.

At Battlefields Park, speed demons can book a one-way ticket on the Glissades de la Terrasse, where toboggans plummet down a 300-footlong ice slide at nearly 40 miles per hour. Laid-back souls can opt for a horse-drawn calèche or horse-drawn sleigh ride instead, as I did.

I’ll admit it: With the right clothes, winter in Quebec City can be a surprising delight. Absolument!

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With 43 water jets, the Fontaine de Tourny has made a big splash in Quebec City since its installation in 2007 as a 400th-birthday gift to the people of the city from Simons department store.

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Au couranl five classic seasonal desserts... with a twist

When the temperature begins to drop, it’s time

to seek shelter in a toasty kitchen—and start baking. Sure, you can whip up an apple crisp or a pecan pie. But we invite you to venture beyond your baking comfort zone and try one of these wonderful seasonal desserts—all classics, with a twist. Instead of carrot cake with cream cheese frosting, we present parsnip cupcakes with maple frosting. Rice pudding is transformed into luscious persimmon parfaits. And bread pudding benefits from a shot (actually, a quarter-cup) of bourbon blended with silky butterscotch. Chances are, at least one of these sweet treats will become a new fall favorite...and take its place next to the pumpkin pie on Thanksgiving.

Steve Legato

Recipes reprinted with permission from WINTERSWEET: Seasonal Desserts to Warm the Home © 2013 by Tammy Donroe Inman, Running Press, a member of the Perseus Books Group.

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Parsnip Spice Cupcakes with Maple Frosting Makes 15 cupcakes n n n

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4 to 6 parsnips 1 cup vegetable oil 1½3 cups granulated sugar ½ cup unsalted butter, melted 1 tsp. vanilla extract 3 large eggs 2 cups all-purpose flour 2 tsp. baking powder ½ tsp. baking soda 1 Tb. ground coriander 2 tsp. ground cinnamon 1 tsp. ground nutmeg ½ tsp. salt

Frosting:

n 4 Tbs. unsalted butter, at room temperature n 4 oz. cream cheese (not light), at room temperature n 5 Tbs. confectioners’ sugar n ¼ cup maple syrup (preferably Grade B) n ¼ cup chopped walnuts

1. Preheat the oven to 350ºF. Line two cupcake pans with 15 paper liners.

2. Grate the parsnips with a box grater by holding each peeled parsnip upside down and rubbing the sides against the large holes of the grater. The central core of some parsnips can be woody and tough. In that case, just grate one side until you hit the core (you will feel more resistance), then rotate and repeat on the remaining sides. Discard the cores. You should have about 2 cups of grated parsnips.

3. In a large bowl, whisk together the oil, sugar, melted butter and vanilla. Whisk in the eggs, one at a time. In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, spices and salt. Stir the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until combined. Fold in the grated parsnips. Spoon the batter into the 15 muffin cups just shy of the rims. Bake the cupcakes for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the centers have set. Remove the pans from the oven and let the cupcakes cool completely.

4. For the frosting, in the bowl of an electric mixer, beat the butter and cream cheese until smooth. Sift the confectioners’ sugar on top of the butter mixture and continue to beat until no lumps remain. Add the maple syrup and whip well.

5. Frost the cupcakes and sprinkle them with chopped walnuts if desired.

Steve Legato

The cupcakes can be stored, covered, in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.

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TAstes Butterscotch Bourbon Bread Pudding Makes one 9˝ X 13˝ pudding

n 1 loaf of French, Italian, brioche or challah bread, tough crusts removed (about 1 lb.) n 3 large eggs n 1 cup dark brown sugar, firmly packed n 4 Tbs. unsalted butter, melted n ¼ cup bourbon n 1 Tb. vanilla extract n ½ tsp. kosher salt or fine sea salt n 1½ cups milk n 1½ cups heavy cream Topping:

n 4 Tbs. unsalted butter, cubed n ¼ cup light brown sugar, firmly packed n Fine sea salt

1. For the pudding, generously butter a 9˝ x 13˝ glass baking dish.

2. Cut the bread into ¾-inch cubes and place them in the dish.

3. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, dark brown sugar, melted butter, bourbon, vanilla and salt. (If you find yourself with only light brown sugar, use that plus 1 tablespoon of molasses.)

4. Slowly whisk in the milk and cream.

5. Pour the mixture over the bread cubes and press down gently with your hands to get as much bread in contact with the liquid as possible.

6. Let the bread soak for 20 minutes (or longer if using stale bread).

7. Stir the bread cubes with your hands or a spatula so the drier bread on top ends up on the bottom.

8. Let the bread soak for an additional 20 minutes (longer if using stale bread), or until the bread is fully saturated.

9. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350°F. 10. Dot the top of the pudding with the butter cubes and sprinkle with the light brown sugar and a few pinches of sea salt.

11. Bake the pudding for 50 to 55 minutes or until the custard is puffed and set and the top is toasty brown.

12. Remove the pudding from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes.

13. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream and butterscotch sauce.

Steve Legato

The pudding can be stored, covered, in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. Reheat before serving.

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Persimmon, Pistachio, and Coconut Rice Pudding Parfaits Makes 6 Parfaits

n 5 cups whole milk n 13½ oz. coconut milk (not light) n 1 cup long-grain white rice (like basmati or jasmine) n 1 cinnamon stick n 2½3 cup granulated sugar n 6 ripe Fuyu persimmons or 3 very ripe Hachiyas or wild persimmons (about 1½ pounds) n ¼ cup chopped, shelled, salted pistachios 1. In a medium saucepan, combine the milk, coconut milk, rice and cinnamon stick over medium-high heat, stirring every few minutes to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pot.

2. Bring the liquid to a boil, and then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered for about 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

3. Add the sugar and cook, stirring frequently, for 10 to 20 minutes more, or until the pudding is thickened but still creamy and pourable (think risotto).

4. Remove the cinnamon stick.

5. Let the pudding cool to room temperature.

6. When ready to serve, slice the Fuyu persimmons in half along their equators.

7. With a paring knife, score the flesh on the cut side all the way down to the skin in parallel lines about ½-inch apart.

8. Do the same in the other direction, so you get perpendicular lines. Now you have little cubes you can spoon out of the skins when assembling the parfaits. (If using Hachiyas or wild persimmons, you can simply scoop out the soft, jelly-like flesh, removing any seeds.)

8. In small parfait glasses or jelly jars, alternate layers of rice pudding and persimmon, ending with a layer of rice pudding.

9. Sprinkle the chopped pistachios on top. Serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled.

Any leftover rice pudding can be eaten plain, straight from the fridge.

Steve Legato

Variation: Try this with pomegranate seeds or kiwi, papaya or mango substituted for the persimmons.

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TAstes Pumpkin Ice Cream

1. Whisk the eggs in a medium bowl.

2. Add the sugar and whisk for another minute.

3. Whisk in the puréed pumpkin or squash along with the vanilla, spices and salt.

4. Finally, add the cream and whisk until all the sugar has dissolved, about 1 minute more.

5. Freeze the custard in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

6. Transfer the mixture into a freezer-safe container and freeze until firm, at least 8 hours.

Homemade ice cream is best eaten within a month.

Steve Legato

Makes 1 quart

n2 large eggs n¾ cup light brown sugar, firmly packed n1 cup puréed pumpkin or winter squash n1 tsp. vanilla extract n1 tsp. ground cinnamon n½ tsp. ground nutmeg n¼ tsp. ground ginger n ¼ tsp. ground cloves n½ tsp. salt n2 cups heavy cream

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Salted Dark Chocolate Tart with Pistachios

MAKES ONE 10-inch TART OR 9-inch PIE Crust:

n ½ cup unsalted butter, cut into 8 pieces, at room temperature n ¼ cup granulated sugar n 2 Tbs. cocoa powder n ¼ tsp. salt n 1 cup all-purpose flour n 1 Tb. milk n Few drops of vanilla extract Filling:

Steve Legato

n 1½ 3 cups chopped bittersweet chocolate or bittersweet chocolate chips n 3 Tbs. granulated sugar n ¼ tsp. salt n 1 Tb. Chambord or crème de cassis (optional) n 1¼ cups heavy cream n 2 Tbs. unsalted butter n 2 Tbs. finely chopped pistachios n 1 to 2 pinches large, coarse-grained sea salt

For the crust: 1. Cream together the butter, sugar, cocoa and salt in a medium bowl with an electric mixer.

2. Scrape down the sides of the bowl, then add the flour and mix on medium speed until the mixture looks like clumpy sand.

3. Scrape down the bowl again. Add the milk and vanilla, and mix on low until the dough comes together.

4. Tear off a sheet of plastic wrap and dump the mixture into the center. Knead the dough a few times, and then press it into a disk, wrap it up and refrigerate it for 30 minutes.

5. Roll out the dough on a well-floured surface into a circle about ¼-inch thick and 12 inches in diameter.

6. With a bench scraper or spatula, flip one side of the dough over the top of the rolling pin, gently loosening any dough that may be stuck to the counter, until it is fully draped over the pin.

7. Center the dough over a 10-inch tart pan (or a 9-inch pie plate). Gently press the dough into the corners of the pan without stretching it. Roll the pin over the top of the pan edge to clip off excess dough, and then press the dough against the sides of the pan with your fingers so the dough rises slightly above the edge to compensate for shrinkage. For best results, freeze the dough for 30 minutes before baking.

8. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Remove the tart pan from the freezer and line the inside of the dough with foil.

Fill with pie weights all the way to the sides to keep the dough from shrinking (dried beans work well).

9. Bake the crust for 20 minutes, and then carefully remove the foil and weights.

10. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes more, or until the bottom crust is cooked and dry. Let it cool completely before filling.

For the filling: 1. Combine the chocolate, sugar, salt and Chambord in a medium bowl. In a small saucepan, heat the cream and butter until the butter has melted and the cream is hot with some bubbles forming around the edges.

Do not boil.

2. Pour the cream mixture over the chocolate and let it sit for 1 minute.

3. Gently whisk just until smooth so as not to create air bubbles.

4. Pour the filling into the tart pan and set on an even surface in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours, or until firm.

5. Just before serving, sprinkle the tart with chopped pistachios and 1 to 2 pinches of large, coarsegrained sea salt.

6. Serve with lightly sweetened whipped cream, if desired.

The tart is best eaten the day it’s made, but it can be stored, covered, in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 days.

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loxto love

With salmon, big taste and big health benefits get along swimmingly.

Salmon isn’t the only “tastes good, good for you” food, but it just may be the dinnertime champ. Ironically for a “fatty” fish, this low-calorie, protein-packed standard is actually a lean, mean fighting machine that protects against cardiovascular disease. It’s also a source of vitamin D, which is proven to help prevent cognitive decline. And with all its benefits, salmon is an easy-to-prepare palate pleaser that goes deliciously as an entree with all kinds of side dishes.

POWER UP

DID YOU KNOW? The flesh of salmon is widely recognized by consumers as red or pink, but it actually starts out white or grey. The fish gets its pink color from its diet of crustaceans (tiny shrimp, for instance), which are rich in carotenoids. According to the Alaska Department of Fish and Game, some

King salmon have a genetic difference that prevents them from absorbing the pigment, and their flesh remains white. Also, farm-raised salmon that don’t get the fish’s natural diet appear lighter pink or orange—this comes from an additive in the feed the fish are given.

BUYing tips There are five major species of Pacific salmon (King, Coho, Sockeye, Pink and Chum, in order of richness) and one farm-raised Atlantic species, the type of salmon most commonly consumed in the United States. Much debate has focused on the issue of wild versus farmed salmon. The wild fish is lower in saturated fat and calories and higher in iron and calcium than the farmed variety. That’s not to say that all farmed salmon is bad. Today, higher consumer demand for sustainability and accountability has made U.S.–based fish farmers up the ante.

Whole Foods, for example, says it sells farmed fish that has passed a strict vetting process, which prohibits antibiotics, added growth hormones, pesticides and fish that are genetically engineered.

—liz donovan

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When it comes to omega-3 fatty acids, salmon is second only to sardines. The specific fatty acids in salmon—eicosapentaenoic acid, or EPA, and docosahexaenoic acid, or DHA—have been proven to reduce the risk of heart disease.

They also protect against high blood pressure and cholesterol, irregular heart rhythms, diabetes, certain types of cancer and even conditions such as depression, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder and Alzheimer’s.

A 2011 study of Alaskan Yup’ik Eskimos who were overweight or obese but had a diet high in fatty fish found that they were at lower risk of heart disease than were overweight

people in the contiguous United States who ate fewer EPA- and DHA-rich foods. In fact, study participants’ levels of triglycerides and inflammation (potential indicators of heart disease) were about the same as those of normal-weight individuals in the lower 48.

Furthermore, salmon is a better and less fattening source of vitamin B12, which helps the body form red blood cells, than red meat.

Other vitamins in the fish include A (which protects your skin and vision), D (which— besides its brain benefits—maintains bone health), and E (an antioxidant, which also helps prevent heart disease).

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Avoid total knee replacement Learn more at a FREE seminar

For patients considering knee replacement surgery, major concerns are recovery time and pain during recovery.

As a result, many individuals live with joint pain for months or years to avoid joint replacement surgery.

With the introduction of MAKOplasty® robotic surgery, McLaren Macomb is getting patients back to life with less pain and recovery time. In fact, most patients are walking unassisted within a week after surgery.

MAKO is designed especially for patients with osteoarthritis of the knee. Those who seek treatment in the early stages of the disease are more likely to be candidates for MAKO surgery, instead of total knee replacement.

If you’ve been living with knee pain, attend a FREE seminar to find out if MAKOplasty® is right for you. The seminar is free but registration is required.

Considering Joint Replacement?

Join us for a FREE seminar.

Attend a FREE seminar at McLaren Macomb.

A doctor will answer questions and share information to help you decide if MAKOplasty® is right for you.

Call to register at (855) 362-5273.

Wednesday, December 2

Dr. James Kehoe 6 p.m. – 7 p.m.

McLaren Macomb, Classroom 1 (Park in Outpatient parking and take elevators to Lower Level) 1000 Harrington Blvd., Mount Clemens, MI 48043

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AMERICAN

Bad brads bbq “The best possible BBQ every day,” along with a full bar and catering, 36845 Groesbeck Hwy., Clinton Township, 586.789.7320; 35611 Green St., New Baltimore, 586.716.9977; 6525 23 Mile Rd., Shelby Township, 586.254.7010 Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Authentic Texas-style barbecue with home-style flavor and a family-friendly atmosphere, 41700 Garfield Rd., Clinton Township, 586.286.4400; 20755 Hall Rd., Macomb Township, 586.741.5270 Filippa’s Wine Barrel Upscale traditional American cuisine with an Italian influence and impressive wine list, 45125 Mound Rd., Shelby Township, 586.254.1311

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Victory Smokehouse Upscale BBQ joint serving smoked meat by the half-pound as well as sandwiches and classic sides, 28950 Mound Rd., Warren, 248.671.6328

FRENCH/BELGIAN

Bath City Bistro Steaks, fish and pasta, plus Belgian trough bowling, a cross between bocce and shuffleboard, 75 Macomb Pl., Mount Clemens, 586.469.0917

irish pub

Rojo Bistro offering the true taste of Mexico in a casual, fun and upbeat setting, Lakeside Mall, 16400 Lakeside Circle, Sterling Heights, 586.226.4110

ITALIAN/PIZ Z A

Taco Loco Authentic Mexican favorites, including their own stuffed poblano peppers, “puffy” tacos and more, 52899 Van Dyke Ave., Shelby Township, 586.323.9494

Fin’s All-American food and spirits with a racing theme, starting with breakfast, 51006 Washington St., New Baltimore, 586.725.9000 Gumbo’s Contemporary American fare with a Cajun/ Creole influence, 53 N. Walnut St., Mount Clemens, 586.307.3100

Antonio’s Italian Cuisine Authentic family-style Italian dishes made from family recipes, 2505 E. 14 Mile Rd., Sterling Heights, 586.264.5252

j. Baldwin’s Restaurant, lounge and caterer serving gourmet food and signature stone-fired crispy pizza, 16981 18 Mile Road, Clinton Township, 586.416.3500

Da Francesco’s Quality Italian cuisine with a homemade touch, and sporting an extensive wine list, 49624 Van Dyke Ave., Shelby Township, 586.731.7544

John’s Family Grill A favorite for classic comfort food, 304 Cass Ave., Mount Clemens, 586.463.0033

Luciano’s Family-owned establishment serving northern and southern Italian cuisine, 39091 Garfield Rd., Clinton Township, 586.263.6540

Macray harbor grille bistro Fresh American cuisine served in a waterfront setting, 30675 N. River Rd., Harrison Township, 586.468.1900 Thee office pub & Cookery Family-friendly gathering place serving burgers, sandwiches, steaks and pastas, 128 S. Main St., Romeo, 586.752.6680 The Pantry Restaurant Contemporary American restaurant serving breakfast and brunch, 44945 Morley Dr., Clinton Township, 586.565.5514; 34220 Van Dyke Ave., Sterling Heights, 586.939.1370; 58884 Van Dyke Rd., Washington Township, 586.677.4135 river rat Casual restaurant and bar, located in “Boat Town,” serving large portions in a nautical atmosphere, 29370 S. River Rd., Harrison Township, 586.465.6565 seeburger’s cheeseburgers Burgers and more, including paninis and salads, 71 N. Main St., Mount Clemens, 586.468.4200; 26756 Gratiot Ave., Roseville, 586.362.8585

Juan Miguel’s Authentic Mexican dishes, including fajitas, tacos and enchiladas, plus a full bar, 21342 Hall Rd., Clinton Township, 586.783.9751

three Blind Mice Irish Pub Irish-inspired pub fare, including Guinness stew and corned beef, 101 N. Main St., Mount Clemens, 586.961.6371 Andiamo Refined classic Italian menu with an international wine list, 14425 Lakeside Circle, Sterling Heights, 586.532.8800; 7096 E. 14 Mile Rd., Warren, 586.268.3200

Little Camille’s by the Bay Casual eatery serving salads, pasta, pizza and more, 51083 Washington St., New Baltimore, 586.725.4866

MEXICAN

El Charro Family-owned, with authentic Mexican cuisine, including unique soft-shell tacos, 16720 14 Mile Rd., Fraser, 586.294.3520; 21519 21 Mile Rd., Macomb, 586.598.7556; 24401 Harper Ave., St. Clair Shores, 586.779.5060

Luigi’s Original restaurant “Small in size but big in originality,” featuring pizza, steaks, pasta and seafood, 36691 Jefferson Ave., Harrison Township, 586.468.7711 Motor City Meatball Kitchen Sandwiches, sliders and salads all served with homemade beef, pork and chicken meatballs, 31081 Hayes Rd., Warren, 586.872.2486

Sports bar

Art & Jakes Sports bar and grill with an international menu focusing on Macedonian and Serbian cuisine, 14741 23 Mile Rd., Shelby Township, 586.532.9600; 45537 Mound Rd., Shelby Township, 586.997.3255; 65859 Van Dyke Rd., Washington Township, 586.752.7500 Eagles bar & grill Neighborhood sports bar and grill serving comfort food and craft beers, 50640 Waterside Dr., Chesterfield, 586.949.9600 Engine House Firefighter-themed sports bar and restaurant serving pizzas, sandwiches and steaks, 309 Cass Ave., Mount Clemens, 586.468.2442

STEAK/seafood

the brewery Longtime family-owned restaurant known for its steak, seafood, extensive wine list and top-shelf spirits, 39950 Hayes Rd., Clinton Township, 586.286.3020

nonna’s italian kitchen Family-friendly food inspired by family traditions, including specialty pizzas, 50528 Schoenherr Rd., Shelby Township, 586.884.6949

Crews Inn Lunch and dinner served in a harborside setting, with a focus on fish and beef, including prime rib specials on Friday and Saturday night, 31988 N. River Rd., Harrison Township, 586.463.8144

penna’s Fine dining since 1968, Penna’s of Sterling, 38400 Van Dyke Ave., Sterling Heights, 586.978.3880; Villa Penna & Restaurant, 43985 Hayes Rd., Sterling Heights, 586.566.9900

fishbone’s Seafood, steaks, sushi and New Orleans favorites served up in a setting reminiscent of the French Quarter, 23722 Jefferson Ave., St. Clair Shores, 586.498.3000

MEDITERRANEAN/middle eastern

McRae’s Big river grille Dinner-only dining destination lauded for its seafood and scenic water views, 9715 St. Clair River Rd., Algonac, 810.794.3041

cedar kabob & cafe Classic Lebanese fare served in a cozy, comfortable setting, 34796 Van Dyke Ave., Sterling Heights, 586.795.1722 Ike’s Restaurant Lebanese fusion restaurant also serving burgers and other American and Italian classics, 38550 Van Dyke Ave., Sterling Heights, 586.979.4460

Sterling’s Bistro Creative American dishes with seasonal ingredients and an international wine menu, 13905 Lakeside Circle, Sterling Heights, 586.566.0627

Maroosh Small eatery with well-rounded menu featuring a blend of Middle Eastern and Indian flavors, 44951 Schoenherr Rd., Sterling Heights, 586.799.7295

Strawberry fields Friendly family restaurant serving American fare, pizza and pasta with a Beatles-themed menu, 51070 S. Foster Rd., Chesterfield, 586.949.7740

sajo’s Quality, reasonably priced Mediterranean cuisine served in a contemporary atmosphere, 36470 Moravian Dr., Clinton Township, 586.792.7256

Twisted rooster A twist on classic American fare, featuring bold flavors and fresh local ingredients, 45225 Marketplace Blvd., Chesterfield, 586.949.1470

Sahara’s Restaurant and grill serving up award-winning contemporary Mediterranean and Middle Eastern fare, 55208 Van Dyke Ave., Shelby Township, 586.781.5900

Mr. Paul’s Chop House Family-run restaurant specializing in fresh beef and seafood and Caesar salad prepared tableside, 29850 Groesbeck Hwy., Roseville, 586.777.7770 Waves Fun eatery and nightclub featuring “under the wave” and “over the wave” dishes, 24223 Jefferson Ave., St. Clair Shores, 586.773.3840

SUSHI/JAPANESE

Asahi Sushi Award-winning sushi bar and Korean restaurant, 41860 Garfield Rd., Clinton Township, 586.412.2700 Naruto Sushi Fresh, light Asian menu that includes sushi as well as bibimbap, udon noodles and more, 34788 Van Dyke Ave., Sterling Heights, 586.977.0123 Osaka Japanese steakhouse featuring hibachi tables and a sushi bar, 45323 Market St., Utica, 586.566.9572

THAI

Amarin Thai Cuisine Classic dishes using traditional Thai spices with meat, seafood and vegetarian options, 11528 E. 12 Mile Rd., Warren, 586.582.8787 Thai Orchid Casual, authentic Thai eatery known for its fresh, well-seasoned dishes, 60 Cherry St., Mount Clemens, 586.783.1727

vegetarian

The clean plate Fresh, casual vegetarian offering soups, salads, wraps, sandwiches and meatless burgers, 45629 Hayes Rd., Shelby Township, 586.580.3293

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My heart is racing

Is it Love or A-Fib?

More than 2 million American adults are living with atrial fibrillation, also known as A-Fib. Symptoms may include heart palpitations or feeling that your heart is racing or fluttering, as well as shortness of breath, fatigue, and dizziness.

While the physical discomfort may be minimal, the long term effect of untreated a-fib can be significant including increased risk of stroke.

If you or someone you love experiences heart palpitations or fluttering, or has a family history of atrial fibrillation, learn more about this condition at a free seminar.

FREE Seminar: A-Fib and You Tuesday, December 8, 2015 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

McLaren Macomb, Medical Auditorium (Park and enter on the east side of the hospital)

Register Today!

About the Presenter

Dr. Luis Pires leads the McLaren Macomb Heart Rhythm Center, Macomb County’s most comprehensive electrophysiology lab. Dr. Pires will provide an overview of A-Fib, its symptoms and treatments. Audience guests will have the opportunity to ask questions of one of the region’s most experienced cardiologists.

Registration is recommended to ensure a seat.

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financial balance

your stolen life: 10 tips to guard against

identity theft.

Everything turns out all righT in the 1946 movie A Stolen Life, in which Bette Davis plays identical twins, one of whom steals the other’s identity. But if a thief steals your life, no happy ending is assured.

“Identity theft is a major problem,” says Anthony Wickersham, a sheriff at the Macomb County Sheriff’s Office. “We all need to be vigilant to secure our personal information.” A hacker who gets hold of your personal data, he warns, can open fraudulent credit card accounts and run up bills in your name. Your finances, credit—and reputation—could suffer for years.

To be safe, heed these do’s and don’ts:

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DO confirm that a Web page is secure—that is, professionally encrypted against hackers—before entering personal data. “You always want to make sure the site is reputable and safe,” says Wickersham. Encrypted pages have Web addresses that begin with “https” (“hypertext transfer protocol secure”).

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DO monitor bank statements for unauthorized withdrawals and get an annual credit report to check for suspicious activity. Under federal law, the creditmonitoring companies Experian, TransUnion and Equifax (experian.com, transunion.com and equifax.com) must send your report free on request once a year. Also, be sure to check your bank statements frequently, Wickersham advises. “With online banking,” he says, “you can check your checking and savings accounts along with your credit cards on a daily basis.”

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DO stop credit card solicitations.

Banks and other companies you’re doing business with sell your name and address to direct-mail marketers, which use that information to mail you credit card offers. These mailings can be dangerous because someone else could intercept them and set up a fraudulent account in your name. Stop the solicitations by calling companies of which you’re a customer and ask that they cease selling your information.

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he notes. “Nobody is going to give you anything for free.”

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DON’T email personal data. Wickersham explains that any personal information put online, whether it be Facebook or email, can get into the hands of millions of people.

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DON’T carry your Social Security card. Store it in a strongbox or other secure place to prevent loss or theft.

DO shred outdated documents containing personal data, including checks, bank and credit card statements, physician statements, insurance forms and expired charge cards, Wickersham says.

“This means any information that can be used by someone to become you.” Best bet: Use a cross-cut shredder, which cuts paper into smaller pieces than a less expensive strip-cut shredder. (Shred the labels from used prescription bottles too.)

DON’T apply for credit at point of purchase. Some chain retailers offer deep discounts on merchandise if you apply on the spot for their branded credit card. If you take the bait, you’re giving a stranger (the salesperson) access to your information.

(And anyway, opening that extra account could lower your credit score. Is that a price you really want to pay to save 15 percent on a shirt or blouse?)

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DO consider an identity theft protection service. For a monthly fee companies such as LifeLock and AllClearID will monitor your data on an ongoing basis, alert you if it is breached and help you recover your loss.

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DON’T fall for unbelievable deals.

Often, hackers masquerade as established retailers. They send falsely branded mass emails inviting you to “click here” for an outrageous discount, but the link activates a spyware program that intercepts your data. “If it’s too good to be true, it is,”

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DON’T access secure sites in public or use a public ATM. In coffee shops and bookstores the WiFi typically is unsecure, and someone could be spying as you strike those keys. So don’t put any public information on the Internet when connected to that WiFi. Sometimes, when an ATM is outdoors or in a supermarket, hackers can attach small skimming devices to them that pick up your account and routing numbers. For that reason, use only the indoor ATM at your bank. “Protect yourself, your identity and your personal information,” says Wickersham. —pete kelly

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be there no v ember

Jolly old Kris Kringle’s on parade in Mount Clemens, Nov. 21.

december

Explore the Tudor-style mansion at Rochester’s Meadow Brook Hall, Dec. 9.

NOV 13–DEC 20 The Anton Art Center’s annual CHRISTMAS MARKET: HAPPY HOLLY DAYS! features the work of more than 100 artists and craftsmen. Items sold at this juried show in Mount Clemens start at $5, and a portion of the proceeds aids the art center. Admission is free; times vary by day. Learn more at theartcenter.org.

HOUSE AND TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY, 5 p.m. The First Presbyterian Church Arts Academy will provide music on Fountain Stage. At 6 p.m., Old Saint Nick arrives on a horse-drawn sleigh, followed by the lighting of holiday decorations. Children get pictures taken with Santa from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Go to downtownmountclemens.com for more.

NOV 14 KATHY GRIFFIN’s comedy tour, “Like a Boss,” comes to the Macomb Center for the Performing Arts in Clinton Township, 7 and 10 p.m. Tickets: $68–$78 (plus $4 fee). Visit macombcenter.com for details.

NOV 28 Celebrate the season while

Do holiday shopping or pick up decorations for your home at the Italian American Cultural Society’s fifth annual FALL CRAFT SHOW in Clinton Township from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. More than 50 vendors will sell handmade goods and crafts, and food and beverages will be available. For more, go to iacsonline.com. Admission: $2.

benefiting those in need. Rockin’ 4 Hunger presents A CLASSIC HOLIDAY GALA at the Packard Proving Grounds in Shelby Township, 6 to 11 p.m. Dance to the big-band music of Frank Sinatra, enjoy dinner and drinks and see vintage Packard cars and an old-style repair garage. There’s also a VIP pre-event champagne reception at 5 p.m., which includes a tour, priority seating, a guided history presentation and a commemorative Packard ornament.

Tickets: $65 (plus $4.24 fee). VIP Reception: $25 (plus $2.24 fee). To buy, go to rockin4hunger.com.

NOV 20 FLASHDANCE THE MUSICAL,

NOV 29 Crafts and artwork abound at

based on the ’80s movie, comes to the Macomb Center for the Performing Arts in Clinton Township, 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $40–$56 (plus $4 fee). For details, visit macombcenter.com.

the OLD COUNTRY CHRISTMAS MARKET at the Carpathia Club in Sterling Heights, noon to 5 p.m. Enjoy German cakes and tortes, let the kids pose with Santa and Mrs. Claus, and maybe win an hourly door-prize raffle. Admission: $2. Visit germanamericanmetrodetroit.org for more information.

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NOV 21 Kick off the holiday season with the MACOMB COUNTY SANTA PARADE on Main Street in Mount Clemens, 10 a.m. Then come back into town for the MOUNT CLEMENS CHRISTMAS OPEN

DEC 6 Celebrate while learning about Macomb during CREATE A CHRISTMAS

To see other Macomb County events, please visit mclaren.org/macombcommunityevents.

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Greet the New Year 2016 in Clinton Township’s Memory Room, Dec. 31.

MEMORY: ART, TRAINS AND HISTORY IN MOUNT CLEMENS, from 1 to 4 p.m. The Crocker House Museum (crockerhouse museum.com), the Anton Art Center (theart center.org), the Michigan Transit Museum (michigantransitmuseum.org) and other establishments will hold holiday-themed family activities. Fees apply at each location.

Visit the website of one of the participating venues above for more information.

DEC 8 Bring the kids and the camera to the Mount Clemens Library from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. for PICTURES WITH SANTA in the Children’s Room, free. Learn more at mtclib.org (click “Library Events”).

DEC 9 Join the Lorenzo Cultural Center at Macomb Community College (Center Campus) for a trip to Rochester’s meadow brook hall. Buses leave the college at 10 a.m. for the estate, returning by 2:30 p.m. Participants enjoy lunch at the historic Tudor-style mansion and then take the annual Holiday Walk of the 110 rooms decked out for the season. Tickets (lunch included): $46. Go to lorenzoculturalcenter .com for info.

DEC 31 Ring in 2016 at the FAMILY FRIENDLY NEW YEAR’S PARTY at The Memory Room in Clinton Township, from 7:30 p.m. No alcohol is permitted, but there’s dancing, face painting and pizza.

Advance tickets required: $20. To buy tickets or learn more, call 586.935.7010 before Dec. 28.

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Health News

The food/happiness connection

The pros of probiotics

Heart-healthy meals may be good for your psyche too.

According to a recent study, people who ate a Mediterranean-style diet for 10 days reported being happier than a control group. Why? Perhaps the credit should go to the moodenhancing magnesium found in nuts and the stress-reducing omega-3s that are abundant in fish.

—Nutrition

These good bacteria can calm gas, bloating and other symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome.

—American Journal of Gastroenterology

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The percentage of sports-related eye injuries treated in the ER among kids ages 10–14. One fix? Wear protective eyewear, such as polycarbonate shades when playing outdoor sports.

Unlike glass specs, they won’t shatter.

Berry good news

Eating blueberries daily reduces blood pressure in postmenopausal women with prehypertension, defined as systolic pressure (the top number) between 120 and 139 mm Hg or diastolic pressure (the bottom number) between 80 and 89 mm Hg. —Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

Swish oil not mouthwash?

You can use either. Oil pulling, the practice of rinsing with a tablespoon of sesame (sunflower or coconut) oil, was recently put to the test. Researchers found that folks who swished for one minute a day for 10 days reduced their symptoms of gingivitis as effectively as if they’d used a chlorhexidine mouthwash.

It’s believed that the fats in bacteria latch on to the fats in the oil, causing them to be pulled out of your mouth when you spit out the liquid.

An added benefit: Oil doesn’t stain teeth.

(Swish before brushing to loosen bacteria.)

—Indian Journal of Dental Research

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Big ego = big success

The number of times better your recall is after a 45-minute nap compared with watching a video.

—Neurobiology of Learning and Memory

Sure, an oversized ego might not win you friends, but it does lead to success. On the other hand, if you don’t believe you deserve more, making a list of why you do deserve the things you want will give you a lift.

—Journal of Experimental Social Psychology

Brittle bones begone!

Snacking on a handful of dried plums (a.k.a. prunes) daily helps reverse bone loss in postmenopausal women with osteopenia, a precursor to osteoporosis.

—San Diego State University

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