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Publisher’s Notes

A Heartfelt “Thank You!” Hello, all! I’m looking outside my office window at home as I write this column. Everything is turning green, the birds are chirping, and the rabbits are running around the back yard. I love the time of year when the Earth begins to come alive again. I can almost hear Mother Nature giggling with joy at what is coming!

This month, I am feeling hope from so many people I meet and talk with, more so than I have in a very long time. It has been a long haul, and so many of us have so very much to be thankful for. In the mornings, I find myself going to gratitude for everyone’s dedication to continue moving and making progress. My heartfelt thanks go to all of the health care workers, front line workers, and businesses who have hung in there. I feel like we are beginning to see a little light at the end of a very long tunnel.

Women’s Edition has always had a commitment to be positive— to stay away from negativity and to avoid politics. This past year has been a real test of our commitment to our readers and our advertisers to stay the course. I want to thank all of our advertisers who have continued with us through this challenge. I would also like to thank our readers for reaching out to us to learn where they could find Women’s Edition when their favorite distribution place was temporarily closed.

I would also like to thank Roxy Orr, my Operations Manager, who has gone above and beyond through this entire challenge. Roxy celebrated her 33rd year here at Women’s Edition on April 20th of this year. Roxy has worked with me to solve challenges, to keep everyone happy, and to keep the train going. Thank you from the bottom of my heart, Roxy!

I also would like to thank my husband, Manny, for his patience, understanding, and advice through this whole thing. There were lots of late nights when I would drag myself home to find that he had the fire burning, dinner ready, and a crisp glass of chardonnay waiting for me. I realize that many married couples struggled through the year, what with working from home, teaching their kids, and simply the stress of it all. I am so fortunate that what this year has done for Manny and me is bring us closer.

Next month is Women’s Edition’s 35th anniversary issue. Yes, the world has changed since 1986. What hasn’t changed is our goal of helping our local advertisers and readers connect with one another. Thank you for reading us and thank you for letting our advertisers know where you found them. Have a great month!

Janet Van deWalle, National Publisher

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Healthy Living

6 Weekend Gourmet

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Focus on Finance

10 Fashion Worthy

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Out and About

12 Business Style

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The Green Thumb

15 Zodiac Forecast

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Seasons of Life

16 A Woman’s Work

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Business Connection

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Peak Performance

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Auto Wise

Do you recall what you wanted for your children when they were growing?

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Purchasing and owning an RV can be a big venture, but the return you’ll get in the form of unforgettable trips and memories is priceless.

18 Vantage Point 20 Fresh Concept 22 The Market Place

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Cuddly Critters

24 Inside Look

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Enterprising Ideas

26 Good Looks

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The Good Life

We want our skin ready for exposure, and eliminating unwanted hair can help us achieve that goal.

People are looking for ways to improve their outdoor space, and an outdoor kitchen can be a great choice.

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Great Escapes

36 To Your Good Health

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Home Works

38 Income Outcome

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View From the Top

39 Kids Comments

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Positive Perspective

National Publisher/Editor Janet Van deWalle

Operations Manager Roxy Orr

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Weekend Gourmet

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Brunch Bloody Mary Rub the rims of two glasses with lemon juice and dip into celery seed (optional). Add ice. To each glass, add 2 ounces of vodka and 4 ounces of tomato juice (or Clamato), a dash or two each of hot sauce and Worcestershire sauce, and salt and pepper. Have a variety of garnishes ready, like pickled asparagus, crispy bacon, cooked and chilled shrimp, stuffed olives, celery sticks, horseradish, and sweet pickle relish.

Mother’s Day Quiche Bake a prepared pie crust for 6 minutes at 425 degrees. Remove from oven and turn the oven down to 350 degrees. In a large bowl, mix 4 eggs with 1/2 cup of Half and Half until well beaten. Crumble 6 strips of crisp bacon onto the bottom of the pie crust. Add 1 can of drained green chilies and 1 cup of grated Monterey Jack cheese. Pour in the egg mixture. Place the pie dish on a cookie sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes or until an inserted knife tests clean. Let set for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Grilled Cheeseburgers with Onion Jam For the cheeseburgers: In a large bowl, gently mix 2 teaspoons of steak seasoning, a dash of Worcestershire sauce (and hot sauce, if you want), and cracked pepper into 1 pound of ground beef (or more, if you want bigger burgers). Shape into 4 patties, each about 1/2 inch thick.

Grill as usual (or pan fry). Add cheese slices to the burgers during the last 3 minutes of cooking.

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Lightly grill buns. Serve cheeseburgers with the onion jam and other toppings like grilled pineapple, lettuce, and tomato slices.

Stir-Fried Spring Asparagus Mix 2 Tablespoons of soy sauce with 2 teaspoons of sugar and set aside. Wash and trim 1 bunch of fresh asparagus. Heat 2 Tablespoons of sesame oil in a large skillet. Add 1 clove of chopped garlic and heat for 30 seconds. Add asparagus and stir fry for 4–5 minutes. Add the soy sauce mixture to coat. Season with salt and pepper. Remove to serving platter and sprinkle asparagus with 1 teaspoon of sesame seeds. (If you’re already grilling, you can cook this asparagus on the grill in a foil pouch.)

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Adjust seasonings to your taste. Store in the refrigerator.

Chocolate-Covered Strawberries Wash, trim, and thoroughly dry the strawberries. Prepare any toppings you desire, including (for example) finely chopped nuts, mini chocolate chips, toasted coconut flakes, sprinkles, or finely crushed Oreos or graham crackers. Melt good quality chocolate baking chips (like 60 percent cacao Ghirardelli) over a double boiler or in a microwave on half power until smooth. Dip the berries into the melted chocolate and then dip into the toppings. Place onto a piece of parchment paper to dry. Drizzle with white chocolate, if desired.

Instant Pot Pork Carnitas Cut a 4-pound pork shoulder into 2-inch chunks and place in a bowl. Mix together 1 Tablespoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of pepper, 2 Tablespoons of cumin, and 1 Tablespoon of oregano. Sprinkle the spice mix over the pork. Stir in the juice from 1 orange and 3 limes. Add 1 chopped onion and 2 teaspoons of garlic to the Instant Pot. Secure the lid and click manual set pressure to high. Cook for 35 minutes. Let pressure release naturally.

When done, put the pork into a mixing bowl and shred (use an electric mixer or shred with 2 forks). Add BBQ sauce, if desired, or serve the shredded pork on tortillas as street tacos, with cilantro, lime wedges, cheeses, and chopped green onions.

Real Deal BBQ Sauce Chop 1 onion and sauté in oil for 6–8 minutes. Add 1/4 cup of oil, 3/4 cup of ketchup, 3/4 cup of water, 1/3 cup of fresh lemon juice, 3 Tablespoons of sugar, 3 Tablespoons of Worcestershire sauce, 2 teaspoons of salt, 3 Tablespoons of yellow mustard, and 1/3 teaspoon of black pepper. Simmer for 15 minutes.

Kentucky Derby Butter Cake For the cake: Blend together 3 cups of flour, 2 cups of sugar, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda, 1 cup of soft butter, 1 cup of buttermilk, 2 teaspoons of vanilla or rum extract, and 4 eggs. Mix for 3–5 minutes. Pour into a greased and floured Bundt or tube pan. Bake at 325 degrees for 55–65 minutes (test for doneness with a toothpick). Leave the cake in the pan. Prick cake repeatedly with a fork or skewer.

For the butter sauce: In a sauce pan over medium heat, mix 3/4 cup of sugar, 1/3 cup of soft butter, 3 Tablespoons of water, and 1 teaspoon of rum extract. Heat but do not boil. Pour the mixture over the cake, into the holes. After 10 minutes, invert the cake onto a serving platter. Before serving, dust with powdered sugar.

Sunflower Seed Cookies Cream together 1 cup of soft butter, 1 cup of soft vegetable shortening, 2 cups of sugar, 1 teaspoon of vanilla, 3 cups of flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, 1 cup of shelled sunflower seeds, and 1 cup of flaked coconut. Divide the dough in half and roll each half into a log. Wrap with plastic wrap and chill for several hours.

Slice into 1/4-inch portions or roll into 1-inch balls. Bake at 350 degrees on a lightly greased cookie sheet for 10 minutes until light brown. Cool.

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Fashion Worthy

Spring Forecast The Return of Feminine Fashion

By Holly Bell

It’s time to crawl out of those sweatpants and get back to feeling pretty! After this long gloomy spell, we’re feeling renewed by the arrival of spring and hopeful about the future. Let’s focus our energy on getting back into the swing of things. There are plenty of exciting new trends this year to inspire a seasonal wardrobe refresh.

I’ll bet it’s been a while since you’ve donned a skirt or dress without leggings or tights. Spring is the time when we welcome those cool breezes and the blessing of feeling feminine. If you love a quick, one-and-done outfit, a dress is the perfect answer. All lengths are on trend this year. In fact, we’re no longer letting fashion dictate what lengths are in or out—we wear what looks good on us and what makes us feel comfortable.

One of my favorite dress trends is the simple, body-skimming, long t-shirt dress. Whether in stripes, patterns, or the solid spring tones of marigold and sky blue, this look is a winner for spring and summer 2021. We are all loath to give up the luxury of feeling comfortable in our clothing, even as we start spending more time outside our homes. This dress looks great and offers maximum comfort, perfect for vacation, the office, shopping trips, girls’ lunches, weekend fun, and dates! Add a trendy belt and fun jewelry or change your look by switching from white tennis shoes to sandals. This is the dress you will want in several colors and patterns this year.

Floral prints are always glorious in summer dresses. Soft, floaty fabrics cut to move with summer breezes are refreshing to see and wear. White seems to be the predominant choice for many designers, looking so fresh and stylish. A white background blooming with florals of all sizes makes us dream of summer! Details are

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important, too. The cold shoulder is back again for summer, along with other innovative cutouts.

Ruffles are fun, but wear them with caution. A few ruffles are trendy; too many may end up looking overly cute.

Sleeves are the focal point in many dresses. Puffy, trumpet, flared, cutout—all are on trend in this year’s frocks. I love the look of an ultra-feminine dress topped with a tailored jean jacket or, in cooler temps, a leather moto jacket.

The juxtaposition of hard and soft is striking and works for women of all shapes and sizes.

Skirts are another alternative for cool spring dressing. The skirt of the moment is the flared midi skirt. Chic lengths vary from a little below the knee to almost to the floor, and you can choose whichever midi length works best for you. The highlow hem is also on trend, along with some interesting wrap styles. Tiered skirts and softly pleated styles are also fun this year.

During cooler weather, skirts are shown worn with booties or even ankle boots.

As the weather warms, these skirts look great with tennis shoes and sandals— platforms or flats, depending on your comfort level. Most skirt styles have stretch waistbands, which we love. We’re done with having anything tight around us!

Many people shy away from skirts because they don’t know what to put on top. The best advice is to keep it simple. A plain white tee looks modern and works with absolutely anything. Of course, having a variety of colorful tees is fun to work with, also.

To top off our skirts and t-shirts, a few cardigans are called for. The key is to contrast lengths from top to bottom. With a longer length skirt, a cropped cardigan looks best. With a shorter skirt, a longer cardigan works. You must adjust proportions, too. With a fuller skirt, a more fitted cardigan is called for,

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As you put your spring wardrobe together, don’t forget about accessories. The number-one accessory this year is—again!—the mask. This is going to be around for a while!

I love coordinating masks with outfits and adding chains or pearl lanyards. If you are creative, you can get crafty and make your own mask or embellish one you purchased with jewelry, bows, or sew-on decals. If we must wear them, we may as well have some fun with it!

Spring is finally here after a winter that long overstayed its welcome. Along with blue skies and pink posies come hope, love, and optimism for a wonderful year full of joy and exuberance. Let your wardrobe this spring reflect your hope for the future!

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Honeyman Rent-All “How can you throw a party and not invite us?”

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Are you planning a party, wedding, or special event?

Are you wondering how you’re going to seat everyone? Serve everyone? Entertain everyone? Stop wondering and call Honeyman Rent-All, your partner in creating memorable events. There’s no need to scramble, asking friends and neighbors for extra tables, chairs, and supplies. Honeyman Rent-All has what you need to make any event a success.

Pat and Dennis Honeyman started Honeyman RentAll in 1968. The business started with equipment rentals and expanded in 1970 to include party rentals. After 51 years, the Party Rentals Division known as “The Party Place” has just moved to their new location at 8202 F Street. The Equipment Rentals Division remains conveniently located at 4423 South 84th Street.

The new Party Place has easy front door parking, just like their previous location. Their showroom has several staged areas to help give their customers ideas that will add to the beauty or convenience of the event being planned.

Bill Reynolds is the manager of the Party Rentals Division. He has been with the company since 1975. “Our business is always evolving,” he says. “We stay on top of trends and can help customers with any type of event.”

He notes that intimate weddings have been growing in popularity. Other popular events include parties for birthdays, graduations, gender reveals, quinceañeras, and the Oscars. The company also carries items for business events such as meetings, presentations, and conferences.

Honeyman Rent-All can handle your rental needs for any type of event.

In addition to the customary tables, chairs, linens, and serving pieces, Honeyman Rent-All carries many other items to create unique and memorable events. Planning a wedding or special event? You will find arches, exquisite crystal accent lighting, and candelabras. Planning an outdoor party? You’ll find canopies, grills, rotisseries, chill tables, and ice chests to rent. Want to spice up a party or wedding? Chocolate fountains, slushie machines, and popcorn machines are just a few of the available concession items. Inflatables and children’s games are always a hit at children’s birthday parties.

Planning a fundraiser? Casino games like blackjack, craps, roulette, and poker create a fun atmosphere. Arranging a business event? The company offers audio-visual equipment such as projectors, screens, and speakers.

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Bill shares his thoughts Pat Honeyman, owner about what customers should consider when choosing a rental company. “You can tell a lot about a company by how they care for their facility and products,” he points out. “Are you acknowledged when you enter the store? Are the staff members friendly and attentive without being pushy? Is the store clean and organized? What are the rental terms? What fees are charged?” Bill notes that Honeyman Rent-All employees spend a lot of time with customers to help create a memorable experience.

For party rentals, Honeyman Rent-All charges daily fees. Items may be picked up or delivered the day before an event and returned on the day after an event for a one-day rental fee. This means you’ll be able to set up for your event the day before and focus on enjoying your event while it happens. Customers may make arrangements to pick up and return rental items, or Honeyman Rent-All can provide these services. If you’re interested in a full-service rental, the company offers delivery, set-up, tear-down, pick-up, or any combination of these services, for an additional fee.

Honeyman Rent-All’s Equipment Rental Division can help you with projects such as home improvement, automotive care, and lawn care. If you don’t want to purchase items that you may not use very often, why not rent? You’ll find heavy-duty equipment such as backhoes, forklifts, tractors, trailers, trenchers, and skid-steers. They have tools for prepping drywall, painting, plumbing, and floor care. Need help with your garden or lawn? Aerators, lawnmowers, lawn edgers, hedge trimmers, post drivers, and blowers are just a few of the tools you’ll find to make your job easier.

Whether you’re planning a special event or working on a project, Honeyman Rent-All is your ideal rental needs partner. Give them a call, and they will help you create an event to remember or help you get your project done.

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Zodiac Forecast

TAURUS

(Apr 20–May 20)

Happy birthday, Taurus! Embrace the future and use your will to make things happen.

This is the moment to bless the old and welcome the new. Use your strong will to rid yourself of any negative energy and create your own reality; this will intensify your spiritual strength. Still curious about what the future holds? Perhaps commit some time to pay a visit to a shaman!

Gemini (May 21–Jun 20) Enjoy the month! You can solve issues by thinking in fresh ways. Allow time for new and spontaneous experiences. This is revitalizing to your life!

Sagittarius (Nov 22–Dec 21) Lighten your psychological load and take stock of your truly essential needs. Glimpses of your own future are possible from your inner guidance!

Cancer (Jun 21–Jul 22) Work on giving your life more definition. Rid yourself of what you no longer need, both physically and spiritually. This will leave you feeling refreshed.

Capricorn (Dec 22–Jan 19) You love to see everything organized. It’s time for spring cleaning! Eliminating things externally also opens internal space. Bring in the new and free yourself of the old!

Leo (Jul 23–Aug 22) The eclipses are primarily focused on your creative and romantic sectors. Venus enters the seventh house on the 18th of the month. This is when destiny and real romance begin!

Aquarius (Jan 20–Feb 18) You are opening yourself up further. You many encounter people of power, influence, and great attraction. Just making their acquaintance could change your life!

Virgo (Aug 23–Sep 22) Handling your affairs methodically and focusing on one task at a time allows you to slow down and breathe. The future will take care of itself!

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Pisces (Feb 19–Mar 20) The month of May is a great time to start home improvements. When planning any home projects, remember to do your due diligence. Always trust your intuition when making important decisions.

Scorpio (Oct 23–Nov 21) The lunar eclipse has your emotions on a roller coaster. Remember to inhale and exhale; it will help you bring honesty and compassion to whatever is coming your way. Consider forgiveness!

Aries (Mar 21–Apr 19) You’ve been feeling restricted recently. It’s time to unwind! A sudden opportunity may significantly affect your life. Your luck and fortune are about to positively change!

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What Mothers Want The Secret Longings of Motherhood

By Sharon Knierim

There are about as many methods of mothering in this world as there are mothers. Each one of us has her own style. Many of us have learned mothering from our own mothers or other female relatives. Some of us have mimicked mothers of close friends who had a profound effect on us as we were growing into adulthood.

Other mothers do a complete about-face in child rearing and act entirely opposite of what they were exposed to early in life. There are a number of us who were given a head start at mothering as we became caretakers for our younger siblings. We bring some bona fide skills into being mothers!

No matter how we approach the raising of our children, we all want the same basic “good things” for our offspring. Who doesn’t want their children to be healthy? What mother doesn’t wish for the most attractive kids in the neighborhood? And, of course, we all wish for children with wonderfully high IQs, coupled with musical ability and the skills required for moving forth in their young lives.

Do you recall what you wanted for your children when they were growing? This mother wanted her children to be compassionate. Of course, that was decades ago, when they were still in rompers. It is difficult (if not impossible) to teach kindness and empathy to someone who still drinks from a bottle and

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One mother once told me that her wish for her three children was that they would be the very best at everything they tried— they should never settle for second best. Now, that is a lot of pressure. Are those three kids the best at everything they do? I’m not sure. You would have to ask their mother.

My mother’s wish for her daughters was the same as everyone else’s. That is to say, she wanted us to be smart, and pretty, and popular. She would encourage us in any way possible and did her

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Unbeknownst to her daughters, there were plenty of pressures for our mother.

There was, of course, the battle of the budget. Raising five children during the 1950s and 1960s took lots of work and planning…but raising five children, none of whom could share wardrobes or enjoy the fun of hand-me-downs from the closet, had to sometimes seem hopeless.

All mothers want their children to “fit in” with their peers. Wouldn’t it be grand if all kiddos automatically and naturally fit into the profiles we set up for them? Well, we know that never happens. Anyway, who would really want that? It’s best and natural that each child finds his own way in life.

Forcing a child to be a certain way is much like trying to fit a square peg into a round hole. It can leave people feeling beat-down and unhappy, and it just doesn’t work.

Over the decades, mothers and their children travel through lots of different phases. Personally, I loved the baby stage of childhood, when the little ones thought their mother was the most wonderful person on earth.

Oh, but don’t forget the third birthday, when that baby slips out of toddlerhood and becomes a delightful little companion sans diapers and bottles.

The school years always bring back good memories, but it’s also the time when we notice our children listening to other voices (not just their mother!) and marching to different drummers.

Of course, they have to do this because these things are rites of passage into adulthood. Adulthood—that’s the magic word. Now that the children are grown and have settled into listening to their mothers again (oh, joy), they are absolutely wonderful human beings.

Of course, they were absolutely wonderful human beings all along.

Maybe it’s the leveling of being adults together that brings forth a wonderful and peaceful harmony. With peace and harmony, we are given the opportunity to reflect on all the wonderful talents and characteristics they each possess.

If you are a mother, please have a wonderful Mother’s Day. If you are fortunate enough to still have your mother near you, take time to celebrate her and reflect on what a genius she is.

And remember, like Mother always told you, say “thank you.”

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Beyond the Vine Much More Than Flowers

By Angella A. Arndt

A warm welcome, design inspiration, and exceptional customer service await at Beyond the Vine, a locally-owned florist and gift shop.

The showroom is a delight for the senses, filled with fresh flowers, custom floral arrangements, and unique home accessories. The business is about much more than flowers, explains owner Rose McCormick.“It’s about serving our customers and nurturing the soul.”

As a young child, Rose spent time with her mother in the Old Market, exploring art, pottery classes, and a plant shop that sparked Rose’s lifelong passion for plants. At age 15, she started her first job in a flower shop in a Brandeis department store. Fueled by a dream of owning her own business, Rose earned a floriculture degree from Kansas State University and a business management degree, with a marketing emphasis, from the University of Nebraska Omaha.

In 1985, Rose had an opportunity to buy the flower shop she worked for inside the Younkers Department Store at the Center Mall located at 42nd and Center. Business ownership, however, was not an easy path for a 23-year-old woman.

Her hurdles were two-fold: She needed to assume the lease for the flower shop space inside Younkers, and she needed a business loan to buy the business itself.

She approached Younkers headquarters about assuming the lease but was told they did not want to lease to a woman, although they would allow her to sublease the space from her boss. After receiving a letter from Rose’s boss stating that he preferred to have Rose lease the space directly, Younkers relented and agreed to lease directly to Rose. However, the battle wasn’t over; she still needed to obtain a business loan.

Rose diligently put together a loan application package.

She prepared a business plan, including comprehensive financial projections. After several banks refused to meet with her, frustration and doubt started to creep in, but she refused to give up. Her father introduced her to a local banker, and Rose presented her business plan. She impressed the banker, who told her that not many men were as well prepared.

Rose’s father offered to provide his farms as collateral, and the banker agreed to give her a loan to buy the business.

In 1987, Rose acquired her second location when Younkers bought out Brandeis. She was asked to take over the flower shop located inside Younkers at Crossroads Mall.

A few years later she sold the Center Mall location to an employee after Younkers closed that store. In 2003, she relocated to 130th and West Center Road. Beyond the Vine launched a web store in 2007. In 2015, Beyond the Vine celebrated its 30th anniversary and moved into its current 4,000-squarefoot showroom, located at 13206 Grover Street.

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trees, wreaths, accent furniture, lamps, and artwork. Decorative items, photo frames, Rose McCormick, owner candles, and diffusers are available to add finishing touches to your home. Free accessorizing consultations are available at the shop or in your home.

The shop also offers wedding and party planning services, including unique florals and table accessory rentals. Holiday decorating services are also available to adorn your home for the holiday season.

All Beyond the Vine floral arrangements are designed in-house and are one-of-a-kind. “We are known for our originality,” Rose relates. “We buy our flowers directly from growers, so they last longer. We provide high-quality and unique designs and are happy to go the extra mile to serve our customers.” The shop also has an unconditional guarantee: If customers are dissatisfied for any reason, they may request a replacement.

Rose encourages all women to follow their dreams. Her advice to other women seeking to start their own business is to be prepared. “Do your research, be organized, and have a business plan. Be confident when you meet with a loan officer.” She also believes that advertising is crucial to success. “A business plan must have an advertising budget.” In the early stages of her business, Rose generated interest by taking bouquets of fresh flowers, along with her business card, to businesses around town—a practice she still follows today.

Rose would love to find a successor to carry on her vision. She would like to train someone to take over the business when she retires. “We are involved in the circle of life in the floral industry,” she points out. “Flowers are often a part of life’s significant occasions, including births, graduations, weddings, anniversaries, and funerals. It’s an honor to serve others during those special moments in their lives.”

Beyond the Vine is located at 13206 Grover Street, in Omaha. The shop is open Monday through Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. You can call the shop at 402-397-4585 or find them online at gobeyondthevine.com.

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Soften Your Hardscape It’s Time to Plant!

By Janette Calabro

The American dream for outdoor living is constantly evolving, but any landscape space has two distinct parts. Structures like patios, fire pits, swimming pools, and retaining walls are called hardscape. The softscape, on the other hand, consists of all the living things that make up the yard—trees, shrubs, flowering plants, and gardens. Blend the two with a cohesive plan, and you’ll have a harmonious outdoor balance.

Last month, we talked about the appeal of outdoor living and the popularity of hardscape improvements.

Building bigger patios, upgrading outdoor kitchens, adding water features, lighting your space for security and ambience, and creating walkways for a reflective aesthetic all work beautifully for landscape transformation. This month, we’ll focus on what to plant around the patio, along the walkways, and in the yard to create color and beauty throughout. It’s always best to start with your hardscape and then build your softscape around it.

During your planning, remember that a landscape designer can work wonders for what to do and how and when to do it, saving you time, effort, and money. Building or planting without a designer can lead to stress and costly mistakes. Even if you prefer to do your own planting, it’s smart to consult with a pro during the planning stages.

Common gardening mistakes include failing to prep the soil, overplanting or crowding, and putting the right plant in the wrong spot. Plants grow best when they get the nutrients they need, and not every plant needs the same nutrients in the same ratios. When plants can get these nutrients from the soil, they won’t need excessive chemical fertilizers. At a minimum, you should mix the existing soil with an equal amount of organic compost. For optimum plant success, you should have your soil tested to see precisely which nutrients it needs.

Overplanting and crowding can also limit your softscape’s success. While some plants can thrive en masse, others just end up competing for limited nutrients and water. Of course, plants also start smaller than they end up. Young plants, appropriately spaced, will fill in as the season goes on. Crowded plants might grow in odd shapes, with less aesthetic appeal.

Plant health and growth depend on many factors, including how much direct sunlight the plant gets each day, how wet or dry the soil is, and the length of the growing season. Plants that are native to the area are likely to grow well and may not need much watering beyond rainfall. Check the USDA Hardiness Zone Map to make sure the plants you desire will withstand the winter in your area. A landscaping expert can be of great use on this subject—they’re very familiar with what plants will thrive in what locations.

Knowing the difference between perennials and annuals can help you choose what to plant. Perennials hang around for several growing seasons, dying off in the 20

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winter and growing back in the spring from the same root system. Annuals go through their entire life cycle, from seed to flower, in a single growing season. Some plants can grow as annuals in one climate and as perennials in another, depending on the growing conditions and length of the season.

Tree and shrub placement is vital to your landscape.

Before you plant trees, plan for the size and space you’re planting in. The attention paid to proper spacing is even more important with trees and shrubs than it is with smaller plants—after all, many common urban trees can grow 50 feet high! An arborist’s expertise can be invaluable when you’re choosing which trees to plant and where. Avoid planting trees directly in front of your house or too close to the foundation, driveway, or sidewalk. For a screen around the house, plant hedges and shrubs 15 to 20 feet away from the street.

Let’s take a look at something that can qualify as hardscape or softscape in the yard: walls. Tiered levels or simple bed borders made with stone, blocks, or wood are common for dividing space in the yard. For privacy, however, you may want something taller. Instead of a fence, you can softscape walls using trees, shrubs, and hedges for a natural, open look. As your natural walls continue to grow, so does the value of your property.

Enhance walkways with stunning flowerbeds or shrubs by combining annuals and perennials. Get creative by curving flowering plants around trees already planted in the yard. Create a peaceful, organic flow with strategic planning for those plants that love sun and those that love shade. Full sun generally means a minimum of six hours of direct sunlight per day. Part shade is three to six hours of sun, and full shade usually means less than three hours of direct sunlight per day. No matter what the light situation is in your yard, you can still get a full spectrum of color.

In full sun, try the Midnight Marvel hibiscus, Lemon Drop evening primrose, or Banana Cream Shasta daisies.

Impatiens love shade—plant them in pots around the shaded areas in your patio, then sit back and enjoy the view.

For more shade-loving plants, try coral bells. They produce vibrant burgundy to lime green hues, and they shoot up delicate spires of flowers all summer.

Oakleaf hydrangea is a flowering shrub that offers impressive blooms in early summer and colorful foliage into the fall—plan for morning sun and afternoon shade.

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For the patio, plant ferns in eye-catching fuchsia, in pots or in the ground, but keep them in the shade. Most shrubs and bushes work well planted along walkways or the driveway, if it cuts through the lawn. The vertical element helps to counter flat landscapes. Make sure that shrubs near the driveway won’t grow to obstruct a driver’s view.

Whether you’re short on space or just like the interest that a cascading look creates, the sky is the limit for container gardens. For added dimension, choose your plants to enhance your outdoor kitchen and integrate them into your hardscape design. You can scatter containers around your raised garden beds for visual interest. Plant balcony plants like jasmine, lavender, bamboo, snake plants, or peace lilies for a calming feel, then sit back and enjoy their beauty.

The best perennials add color and appeal for many seasons to come. Newer for 2021, the Velvet Fog smokebush is hardy in Zones 4 through 8 and grows best in full sun. This perennial shoots out frothy pinkish blooms all summer and boasts attractive blue-green foliage after the blooms have faded.

What else is trending this year? One newbie is the Aurora Borealis rose. Named for the Northern Lights, this hardy shrub captures dancing light over the sunset pink blooms.

It grows best in the northern states, hardy to Zone 3a. Add traditional columbine for a spectrum of purplish-yellow, blue, white, and reddish flowers. It blooms in a bunch that will grab the attention of passersby. For another eye-catching bloom, try the Sweet Sandia echinacea, boasting petals that

look like slices of pink and green watermelon.

In the market for a new look with your annuals? Try the newer Crystal Sky petunia for a fun twist on a classic look.

Plant the Bush daisy for a bright yellow “wow” factor in the garden, or choose the Frosted Strawberry zinnia for an easy grow. These zinnias grow through fall in pink ombre, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds. Cut them for lovely vase arrangements.

While color is always a hit in the garden, it’s important to contrast different shades and hues. Too many accents can look busy and distract from the harmony. Add native, wildlife-supporting plants or ornamental grasses for a carefree texture to neutralize garden beds.

Don’t forget to add trees for beauty, tranquility, and improved air quality. Staring at a tree can actually reduce mental fatigue! Popular Nebraska trees include elm, mulberry, bur oak, dogwood, and fir. Red maple and swamp white oak have increased in popularity in recent years. Like most everything you plant, an appropriately chosen tree will add value to your property.

Spring is here! Once your hardscape is in place, it’s time to nurture the softer side of your yard. Trees, shrubs, perennials, and annuals will bring the finishing touches and tranquility to your outdoor living space. Get ready to sit back and feel like one with nature, right in your own backyard.

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When you think of window tinting, you probably think of vehicles. Here’s something you may not have considered: All the advantages of window film on your car can also apply to window film on your home. Jay Heffelfinger, owner of Professional Glass Tinting, is more than happy to enhance the performance of the windows in your home. Jay started in the business by working for a shop that tinted car windows. Not completely satisfied with that line of work, Jay struck out on his own, opening Professional Glass Tinting in 1994.

He never looked back, and his successful business is still going strong.

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With the Mom Job, you are tenured. The kids may be parents (or even grandparents), but “Mom” is still “Mom,” and the kids are still referred to as “the kids.” Moms are concerned that something bad will happen. Moms tend to put their kids first. We’re happy when you are. Our hearts sink when we see you having difficulty or getting upset. We’re ready to help you in any way we are able. Sometimes, you might do things we don’t like or don’t approve of (kids are people, too), but you’re still our kids and we love you. We eagerly waited for bedtime because it meant some time to ourselves…and then we spent that time standing at the bedroom doorway, watching you sleep and giving thanks.

If it weren’t for our kids, we wouldn’t be moms. They are our reason for being…part of our identity (“I’m Mary’s mom,” or “Aren’t you Tommy’s mom?” or “This is my kid!”) for a lifetime. Most moms think their kids are the best in the world… and that’s as it should be. They are the power that drives our lives for many years. Then, they leave. Sometimes, they keep in touch; sometimes, they don’t. No matter what, they’re still “the kids.”

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A Compassionate Path to Fertility “I think we’ve done really great work over the past 20 years,” shares Dr. Victoria Maclin, who will retire this month from her position as owner and medical director of the Heartland Center for Reproductive Medicine (HCRM). Dr. Maclin has specialized in reproductive endocrinology and infertility medicine for over 30 years, contributing to the field as a practitioner, researcher, educator, and author.

In creating HCRM, Dr. Maclin assembled an elite team of healthcare providers, laboratory scientists, and office staff to work collaboratively in a single facility. “I’m proud of what we’ve built here—but it’s not about the building. It’s about the people and about the impact in the community.”

Each team member at HCRM has impressive credentials and, through slightly different areas of research and specialization, adds depth and dimension to the practice.

An OB-GYN can assess basic fertility issues, but couples should seek the assistance of a fertility clinic if they have tried to become pregnant for twelve months without success

or if three or more pregnancies have ended in miscarriage. By the time patients make the Dr. Victoria Maclin, decision to seek help with fertility, they are Medical Director typically at a point of exhaustion and extreme stress. The compassionate approach at HCRM includes unhurried conversations with patients. “We pride ourselves on being good at what we do not only from a technical point of view, but also with a focus on empathy,” says Dr. Maclin.

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The potential causes of infertility are dizzying in number, and they often occur in combination. Both male and female factor fertility issues are addressed at HCRM. About 40 percent of fertility issues are male factor, 40 percent are female factor, and 20 percent are due to both partners or to unknown causes. Being overweight is a prevalent issue. “Obesity can really interfere with ovarian function. There are also inflammatory factors associated with obesity that can affect uterine lining.”

Doctors at HCRM comprehensively assess anatomical function, hormone levels, sperm numbers—whatever appraisals lead to answers. Dr. Maclin highlights the advantage of having multiple services in a single facility. “When we were at a university, we were fragmented. The IVF lab was several floors away, and all of our testing went to the general laboratory,” she recalls. “One of the things we wanted when we came here was to have a practice that was all-inclusive.”

Faster and more direct communication saves precious time and means that nothing gets lost in translation.

HCRM can be a wonderful resource for women who are approaching age 35 but do not yet want to have children or for anyone about to undergo cancer treatment, which may jeopardize future fertility. Harvested eggs, sperm, and embryonic blastocysts are preserved and stored on site.

Everyone is welcome here, including single mothers, lesbian and gay couples, and other non-traditional families.

In fact, Dr. Maclin proudly shares that advancements and attitudes in reproductive medicine outpace some state laws. Eggs from one woman in a lesbian couple can be fertilized and then implanted into her partner, enriching their experience as parents. “Everybody should have the opportunity to build a

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As meaningful as the stories of successful pregnancies are, of equal importance to Dr. Maclin are the notes that represent positive closure, even when pregnancy is not attained. She says, “One couple wrote and said, ‘You made this experience as good as it could be.’ Our priority is to help people build families. If we can’t get them there, we want there to be a point of resolution.”

When asked about the most remarkable advancements she has seen in her 32-year career, she mentions the robot-assisted surgical procedures that reduce recovery time and scar tissue. “It gives us an extra edge, because we can do work laparoscopically that ordinarily we would have had to do with a large, open incision on the abdomen,” she says. She also marvels at how greatly improved the in vitro outcomes are. Newer techniques allow doctors to be highly selective with embryos, evaluating them for genetic imperfections.

Sometimes, only single embryos need to be implanted in the womb, avoiding the risk of multiple gestations.

Years ago, Dr. Maclin wondered what would happen to the Heartland Center for Reproductive Medicine when she retired. She wanted it to continue with the same spirit of empathy. “I’m very excited about what I’ve set into motion,” expresses Dr. Maclin warmly. “I feel extremely blessed that I’ve been able to amass a group of physicians who maintain that culture.” She describes HCRM’s new director, her partner Dr. Stephanie Gustin, as a “brilliant, compassionate woman who is dedicated to excellence.” Dr. Victoria Maclin can retire with a tranquil heart, knowing that HCRM will continue in good hands. You can reach the team at 877-831-3227 or heartlandfertility.com.

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Focus on Finance

The Internet Investor Version 2: The Involved Investor

By George Morgan

Last month, I wrote about the technological advances in the financial services industry that allow individual investors to customize investment strategies to match their financial and emotional situation. These options run the gamut from delegating the full process to a third party to planning and managing the entire process yourself. There also exists a whole range of strategies between these two extremes. Last month, I explored the most hands-off end of the spectrum: the defensive investor. This month, I will focus on the middle of the spectrum: the involved investor.

Involved investors, as the term implies, prefer to be actively involved in their investment choices. Though they don’t feel adequately prepared to direct the entire process unassisted, they are unwilling to simply turn the task over to a third party. Unlike defensive investors, involved investors are willing and able to devote some time and energy to educating themselves on the available investment alternatives, so long as they can count on the assistance of a professional when they need it.

The involved investor’s level of participation varies from one individual to another. They feel they have a basic understanding of the investment world and are able to direct an investment professional. When compared to defensive investors, they are also better able to deal with the ups and downs, both financially and emotionally, that are natural parts of participating in the stock market. Involved investors expect a reasonable return from their investments and are willing to accept the risks involved. They understand that their portfolio will, at times, experience a decline in capital. Generally speaking, involved investors are not totally averse to bond investments, but they are less inclined to include them in their portfolio than are defensive investors.

You will often find involved investors working with discount brokerage firms. Involved investors find this type of firm attractive for a variety of reasons. Clients at full-service brokerage firms are required to have a designated broker; the only way they are able to access the market is through that broker. Discount brokerage firms, on the other hand, are more flexible. They allow their clients the option of executing their investments on their own or consulting with an investment professional when and if they so desire.

Discount brokers also provide easy and inexpensive access to a product called a robo-advisor. Robo-advisors are computer programs that manage accounts based upon a preselected asset allocation. For example, a robo-advisor program could be set to contain 40 percent growth investment and 60 percent income-producing investment, or 40 percent in bonds and 60 percent in stocks. Depending upon the degree of control the involved investor prefers, these percentages can be set by the investor or by a professional.

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The past two decades have seen a trend for investors of all stripes to move away from picking individual stocks and to rely more and more on index funds. There are several advantages to this approach. First, it simplifies the selection and monitoring process. Choosing an index funds means you gain exposure to hundreds of stocks and only have to monitor the fund itself. Second, index funds are cost-efficient. Because they are passive, they don’t make trades in order to improve returns. This eliminates transaction costs and the expense of a high-priced portfolio manager deciding which stocks to buy and sell at any given moment. Index funds are especially attractive to involved investors because they can put them in place and not have to make frequent buying and selling decisions.

Involved investors who choose to take advantage of index funds are not locked out from directing a portion of their assets to individual stocks on a regular or occasional basis. I am aware of some involved investors who get a hot stock tip at the water cooler or a cocktail party and wish to become involved. It’s not a tactic I recommend on a regular basis, but the experience of chasing a fad investment often creates better investors going forward.

Not all investors are cut from the same cloth; therefore, a one-size-fits-all approach to investment strategies is likely to disappoint. An effective way to identify an investment strategy that is right for you is to study the financial and emotional investor characteristics presented in these pages and decide which one best describes you. Once you understand your own investment personality, the matching investment strategy will fall easily into place, and the investment tools available from today’s internet-oriented financial services industry can be put to use to grow your assets. Check this column space next month for a profile of the most hands-on type of internet investor.

Editor’s Note: Professor Morgan has over 40 years’ experience in the investment field, both as a university professor and as a financial advisor. He currently serves on the faculty at the University of Nebraska at Omaha, where he directs a program designed to educate 401(k) plan participants on how to improve their investment strategy.

The opinions voiced in this material are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. To determine which investments may be appropriate for you, consult your financial advisor prior to investing.

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Annette Schneider at Shelter Insurance Time for an Insurance Review!

By Janette Calabro

Shelter Insurance is a mutual insurance company that operates from 15 states, including Nebraska. Annette Schneider is the agency owner of the Bellevue location, competitively offering insurance for multiple needs.“Shelter has about 125 other insurance companies under our agency, so I can focus on the relationship aspect, connecting people and helping them fulfill their dreams,”says Annette.“When my clients say ‘Hey, I’m looking at buying a house,’ I can start them on the process of getting prequalified for a loan or connect them with a real estate agent. I can be of most value as a lifelong agent.”

Home insurance is in high demand right now, since potential homeowners are buying lots, building new homes, and snatching up existing homes in short supply.

“The real estate market is tight right now, and a lot of people are looking to build their homes. Shelter offers 40 percent off their homeowner’s insurance rates for homes under construction (subject to underwriting requirements) for the first eight years!” Annette allows time for that to sink in. That’s almost half-price home insurance on new construction for nearly a decade.

When Annette started in the insurance business in 1996, she worked for a regional office of Humana, offering group and health insurance. She worked hard, gaining education and experience at other big-name insurance agencies, and was eventually recruited by Shelter. Her licensure allows her to sell insurance for home, auto, commercial, health, life, and more.

We’re all in the market for coverage during various rites of passage, and Annette wants us to understand how the right insurance coverage can help us navigate our risks in life. “Education is a big thing,” says Annette.

For example, you may someday need insurance to protect your home from a fire or storm. You may be in a car accident, which could require health, auto, and life insurance.

Candi is one of Annette’s grateful clients. “Annette has done the impossible for me,” Candi says. “After I was turned down numerous times for life insurance, she found me an affordable plan. Her customer service is second to none. I am so blessed to have this woman in my life!”

Another client, Joni, finds Annette very personable and easy to work with. “I’ve had many insurance agents in my life, but I’ve never had one who paid such attention to detail and who made sure I had exactly the coverage I needed,” Joni says. “Even more exciting is that the coverage Annette found for me personally and for my business costs thousands less per year than my previous coverage.”

Annette is naturally driven to solve problems and take on challenges, arming her clients with the information

they need to make educated decisions.

Annette Schneider, Shelter Insurance Agent Shelter Insurance is “old school,” she says—a place with a whole number of companies geared toward what suits the client best. “Shelter is a very solid company.

It’s A-rated, and it is a very relationship-oriented, family-oriented company.”

Annette’s goal is to help protect your assets by packaging and designing insurance coverage for your specific lifestyle. She schedules annual reviews for existing clients to help make sure their coverage still matches their needs.

For constant service, her desk phone rolls over to her cell phone when she leaves the office.

“We have companies out there devaluing the importance of having an agent,” Annette cautions. “People have become so focused on price as opposed to being protected appropriately for their situation. They need to meet with their agent!” It’s important to understand the coverage that you have, Annette continues. If you don’t, you might end up thinking you’re covered for something and finding out otherwise when you go to make a claim.

“Work with an agent who takes the time to understand who you are and what’s important to you, so you get the coverage you need,” she advises. “Agents are here to educate you on what the options are and to give you choices.”

One choice that Annette wants the public to be aware of is a Junior Life insurance policy. It has a one-and-done upfront premium to protect a child at birth, and that onetime premium covers the child until the age of 26 years.

Even if their health changes, protected children will still have guaranteed life insurance as they grow, get married, and have kids of their own.

“I want to be your agent for life,” Annette concludes.

“I focus on my clients and do what’s best for them—that’s why I like to sell insurance!” Call Annette at 402-293-7750 for a free insurance policy review. You can also send her a message at aschneider@shelterinsurance.com.

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The Green Thumb

Vegetable Gardening Are You Ready to Dig in?

By Linda Sutherland

There are many great reasons to plant your own vegetable garden. Most of us are aware that the produce sold in grocery stores goes through a long process of harvesting, shipping, and distribution. From there, it can stay in storage for some time and lose some of its nutritional value. When you have a produce supply in your backyard, however, it goes directly from the earth to your table! Another great benefit is choosing how you want to approach weed and pest control—you can avoid the unknown pesticides that the grocery store’s suppliers may be using.

I distinctly remember my first attempt at vegetable gardening!

Sadly, I dramatically miscalculated the amount of garden that I had the time and skills to tend. With reckless abandon and bubbling enthusiasm, I tilled too much space and promptly filled it all with seeds and plants. Much to my dismay, it grew very swiftly…and so did the weeds. By August, I was overwhelmed with produce. At the time, I was a single mother who worked full-time and did not yet have the wherewithal to tackle canning. (I eventually got my canning act together.) After “gifting” everyone I knew with produce, I still had too much. Alas, the weeds eventually took over. It felt like a victory for them and a defeat for me.

The error of my overzealousness was easy to see. The following season, I planted a small, manageable garden that was not so

difficult to sustain. However, I still dealt with enthusiastic critters that were as delighted with my garden produce as I was. The lesson I learned that year was to place fencing all around the vegetables to keep the wildlife at bay. Another gardening season, another learning experience.

Over time, I have learned that vegetable gardening can be great fun! You can use it as an opportunity to educate your children or grandchildren and save yourself some money in the process.

It’s also good for the body and mind. You can get quite a workout while gardening, and some research supports the theory that gardening can reduce stress and anxiety. If stress is making you crazy at work, might I suggest an hour or two in the garden to improve your mood and release your tension? There is nothing quite like it.

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Once you’ve decided to try growing your own produce, there are several ways you can go about it. Of course, there is the traditional in-ground garden. If you have the room, and the soil is adequate, you may enjoy this type of vegetable gardening the most…so long as you remember the fencing around the garden! There is nothing so daunting to a vegetable gardener as seeing beautiful peas, lettuce, and herbs reaching proudly toward the sun one day and discovering the next morning that they have been eaten to the ground by bands of marauding hooligans also known as rabbits, moles, and groundhogs. Sufficient fencing should do an acceptable job of keeping the wildlife out without any harm befalling them or your precious crops.

Another favorite is raised beds. These have the benefit of discouraging pesky backyard pests from eating at your buffet.

Because raised beds are above ground level, working in one can be easier on the back and knees than working in an in-ground plot.

If your space is limited, I highly recommend container gardening. Herbs do very well in pots. Lettuce is great in containers, and many excellent tomatoes come from “patio” plants. Container gardens are convenient to water and bring fewer weeds, since you’re generally starting with potting soil that has all the nutrients plants need but none of the seeds overwintering from last year’s bounty of weeds.

Now, what to plant? If this is your first foray into vegetable gardening, I would start with herbs—they’re easy to grow and offer substantial rewards. I love snipping off some clippings of rosemary, thyme, or cilantro to add directly to the food that I’m cooking (fresh is always best). I even add fresh herb sprigs to my flower arrangements to make them fragrant for days. I love to plant different lettuces in several pots and wait for their bounty to put in salads. No more wilted grocery store greens for me!

I know that vegetable gardening might seem intimidating at the start—my first couple of seasons were hardly a resounding success. On the other hand, there is nothing like the joyous day on which you take the first bite of a vegetable that you grew yourself. Start small, building your confidence and your garden one season at a time. You can do this!

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Pre-Planning Final Arrangements Peace of Mind for Everyone

By Linda Barnes

Making final resting plans now rather than later eases the burden for everyone. Pre-planning your own celebration of life is a gift to your family, who would otherwise have to make many difficult decisions under the stress of grief. It made the loss of my younger brother a bit easier, knowing exactly what he wanted. I did not know he wanted cremation, until we discussed it and put it in writing.

Funeral homes have the expertise to assist with planning and answers to all the questions you are likely to raise. A funeral director will work with you, along with experienced, trained staff.

In addition to making arrangements with a funeral home, a will and other appropriate legal documents will likely require the advice of an attorney. Final arrangement plans and legal documents are highly recommended. It may be better not to keep them together in one place—a will might not be found or read until after memorial services have taken place. It is especially important to let family members or trusted others know where to find the plan for your funeral arrangements.

Wouldn’t you rather have a service or celebration that includes your own personal choices? You can choose all the details: casket, music, flowers, cemetery plot, who will conduct the service and where, pall bearers, obituary, and so on. Many people opt for a theme that

reflects a hobby, favorite sports team, or other highlight of one’s life.

More mundane details include obtaining proper permits and the death certificate, arranging transportation, working with the cemetery, ordering a monument, and making plans for visitation. Those who pre-arrange have the peace of mind that they have saved their loved ones the undue stress of trying to guess their wishes.

It’s important to understand that pre-planning is not the same as pre-paying. Pre-planning has virtually no downside—you get to choose the elements of your memorial, and your family won’t have to make those decisions. Pre-paying, on the other hand, has pros and cons that need to be considered. Pre-paying might reduce costs or be a way to pay down assets, should you need Medicaid assistance.

On the other hand, creating a trust or special insurance policy that pays your beneficiaries instead of a specific funeral home may be a better way to go, especially if you’re likely to move out of state.

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Some pre-paid plans are transferrable; many are not. Be sure to understand all provisions before signing a contract. A reputable funeral director will be happy to go over all the costs and benefits with you.

Beyond funeral arrangements, an attorney can help resolve questions of how your personal assets are handled when you are gone. A will is probably the most important document to create (make one for each spouse). It’s also smart to establish powers of attorney for health matters and financial matters should you become incapacitated and to declare guardianship for minor children.

Estate planning might sound like something for the very wealthy, but everyone should make decisions regarding how their assets (real estate, monetary assets, personal belongings) are distributed after their death.

Without a written document, a judge will decide these issues.

A personal representative or executor needs to be appointed. Often, this is a trusted relative or friend who is up to the task of settling one’s estate. This includes paying outstanding bills, maintaining property until transferred or sold, and performing legal obligations. In the absence of executor or personal representative, the court will appoint one—and it may not be someone you would have chosen.

It’s essential to periodically review retirement and insurance beneficiaries. Name contingent beneficiaries in case of the death of a primary beneficiary. Wills should be updated about every five years or when there is a significant change.

An advance directive (living will) can be complex, outlining treatments one would like (or not like) to have in case of being incapacitated. It may encompass a do-not-resuscitate provision and wishes regarding life support and other extraordinary measures. State laws vary regarding advance directives.

Complex estates may necessitate a trust.

Visit an attorney to learn about this legal entity that owns property or assets that you place in it. You name a trustee to manage the assets.

You may be the trustee yourself and name a successor who assumes management duties upon your death. An advantage is that it does not go through probate court, so the transfer of property may happen much faster.

With a will, designated powers of attorney, advance directive, and pre-planned funeral arrangement, you can sleep well, knowing your wishes will be carried out. Family members will appreciate the thoughtfulness you’ve shown by easing their load at a difficult time.

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The Power of Pampering Manicures and Pedicures

By Maria Harding

I love being a mother. Absolutely, I do…but the truth is that, since their early elementary school years (Thank you, kindergarten teachers!), my kids have never really made much of a fuss over Mother’s Day. This year, I’ve decided to take control of my own pampering and schedule a manicure or pedicure. In case you’re unfamiliar with the myriad of nail options, let’s go over some of the basics.

Shellac manicures are applied in much the same way as conventional nail polish. Instead of air-drying, however, they are cured in a desktop box that emits ultraviolet light. This hardens the shellac into a durable material that stays on the nail until intentionally removed. A gel manicure is similar to shellac, but shellac can be removed using acetone.

Acrylic overlay is a liquid synthetic material that is coated onto the natural nail. The polymers bond with the nail and reinforce it as it grows. Acrylic overlays are then colored using polish or shellac. (A similar but more flexible product called KeryFlex is used for nail restoration by podiatrists. Call your podiatrist for more information.)

The color of dip-manicured nails comes from a pigmented powder that is applied after a basecoat and then sealed into place with a topcoat. Dip manicures are less susceptible to chipping and do not require exposure to UV light.

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A French manicure features beige or pink nails with white tips.

If that look is too old-fashioned for your taste, many salons now offer what are known as American manicures, which mimic the natural color of healthy nails by sporting an off-white or beige tip.

You can also consider a reverse-French manicure, which highlights the “moon,” or the base of the nail, rather than the tip.

Once you have selected your manicure style, your technician will have you choose a color. It’s fun to follow your whimsy! You can choose a seasonal hue, go with a classic or neutral shade, or match it to the paint color of your dream car (that your children will one day buy for you).

Hands look revived and younger just by having the prep work completed. This consists of filing the nails to shape, steaming and softening, cuticle trimming, and surface buffing. When men have manicures, these are the basic services they often receive. Manicures for men are more popular all the time.

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Paraffin treatments take moisturizing to a whole different level. Feet or hands are dipped in paraffin wax that has been warmed to perfection. The wax is left on for 20 to 30 minutes. It is then broken off and is followed with a moisturizing cream.

The heat can do wonders for the tiny, overburdened muscles of the hands or feet, and the moisturizing effects can be felt for about a week.

Pedicure options regularly include the same prep work as manicures, with the addition of some kind of foot massage or exfoliating scrub. If you’ve never tried a warm stone massage, you won’t believe how the penetrating heat of the smooth stones relieves sore calf muscles! Massage also offers the added health benefit of aiding circulation and easing fluid from swollen feet and ankles. Soaking tubs incorporate fragrant additions like lavender, rose petals, or essential oils. This is a wonderful opportunity to settle back and breathe deeply.

Some nail salons also offer unconventional spa treatments like body exfoliation, eyebrow threading, tanning, or facials.

There is a growing trend to offer exotic warm teas or cocktails to enjoy during your services! Today’s salons are thinking creatively about how to make your time there an immersive experience.

Once you experience a professional manicure or pedicure and see how refined the end result is, you may decide to make them a regular part of your personal grooming. Nail experts recommend that you schedule touch-ups every two weeks.

This is around the time that cuticles become visibly ragged, and paint and enhancements begin to chip or peel. Having regular appointments to deeply moisturize hands and nails keeps them looking younger and protects them from cracking and superficial injury.

Who knows? Maybe the kids will surprise me this year and bring me breakfast in bed. If you have a great mother in your life, I promise you that the little things mean a lot. A gift package for a visit to a nail salon would be like having rose petals strewn at her feet. Perhaps we shouldn’t look upon nail care as such a luxury. These spa treatments can be part of anyone’s routine self-care. Let’s commit to creating these elegant moments of repose for ourselves and for the ones we love, and—for heaven’s sake!—use those dapper digits to call your mother!

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Is the RV Life for You? Recreational Vehicles Have Much to Offer

By Brie Hellbusch

As the temperature rises and summer nears, many folks are excited to hit the road in an RV. Recreational vehicles are more popular than ever!

Whether you want to take a road trip without the hassle of hotels or are planning to live in your RV for an extended period, RVs come in shapes and sizes that will fit any type of budget and lifestyle.

The most popular type of non-motorized RV is the travel The benefits of owning an RV are many. RV travel is trailer, which can be pulled down the highway hitched to a known for its flexibility—you can travel when and where car or truck. These come in all sizes, including tiny models you please, on your own schedule. It’s the best of road with a chuckwagon kitchen in the rear or larger ones with tripping, since you can take frequent detours to experience features like picture windows and a sliding glass patio door. nature, landmarks, or national parks, without having to worry The fifth wheel trailer (or “fiver”) is especially popular about housing. with those taking extended trips or traveling full-time in In the long run, owning an RV can save money, since your their RV. The overhang that rests above the tow truck bed is family’s trips won’t include expenses like airfare, car rental, frequently employed as a bedroom suite, a living room, or hotel rooms, and constant restaurant meals. Perhaps the best even a kitchen. This option provides ample storage for large benefit, however, is the quality time that you and your family or bulky items. If you need room to store another vehicle in can spend together while traveling and exploring. your trailer, consider a toy hauler. This type of trailer features When it’s time to settle down for the night, travelers can a garage area in the rear with a hunker down in an RV park, in large ramp door, making it easy which they can choose to spend to load and secure motorcycles, the night, week, month, or seaATVs, or even a sedan. son. Commercial campgrounds Finding the perfect fit takes time Lightweight RVs, which can range from a parking lot with be towed with light-duty trucks, electric hookups to a five-star and research, and the best choice SUVs, and crossover vehicles, are RV resort. While most offer made from lighter materials and electricity, water, and sewer heavily depends on lifestyle and are shaped more aerodynamicalhookups, some camping resorts ly to keep towing weight down also offer amenities like workfinancial commitment. without losing features. For more out rooms, hiking trails, a bar space, you can go with an expandor restaurant, and on-site RV able trailer. These have pop-up or repairs. These sites are typically slide-out features that increase living space when parked. larger and more private. They might even include features like Frequently seen on TV or in movies, Class A motorhomes full-service garbage pickup and RV washing. are some of the largest vehicles on the road. This means lots The lure of RV travel has caught the attention of many of room for comfort, including spacious sleeping and loungretirees who are looking to take frequent trips, to visit family ing areas, full kitchens, and upscale bathrooms. Many come without sleeping on the couch, or to ditch the traditional with desirable home-like features such as a washer and dryer, home concept entirely. Whether you’re looking to hit the induction cooktop, and residential refrigerator. They can take open road during retirement or start a tradition with your RV travel to a new level of luxury! young family, take a thorough look at all of the options before Class B motorhomes, on the other hand, are smaller and making the leap. With so many sizes and varieties of RVs, it’s streamlined, offering living space best suited for smaller best to evaluate how much space is needed prior to purchasgroups. Most Class B motorhomes do not include slide-out ing new wheels. Would you prefer to tow a small trailer or features but still offer home comforts like galley kitchens, drive a full-size Class A? Finding the perfect fit takes time beds, and bathrooms. and research, and the best choice heavily depends on lifestyle Class C motorhomes are a good option for those who and financial commitment. would prefer outdoor experiences for larger families. These Purchasing and owning an RV can be a big venture, but include raised sleeping or storage areas, which are located the return you’ll get in the form of unforgettable trips and over the cab of the RV, offering more living space than Class memories is priceless.

B motorhomes but a lower price point and better gas mileage Sources for this article included: thorindustries.com, cruiseamthan Class A motorhomes. erica.com, and aarp.org.

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Pet Pros to the Rescue Advantages of Boarding, Daycare, and Sitters

By Brie Hellbusch

If there’s one thing that all pet parents know, it’s that leaving a furry friend at home never gets easier. Whether it’s for just a few hours or for an extended vacation, pets can feel anxious about being left alone, and they’re not the only ones! Leaving your pet behind can bring a sense of nerves to owners, too. Fortunately, pet care professionals can help alleviate this stress for pets and owners alike.

For owners who would prefer not to leave their pets for emergencies (medical or otherwise). Some boarding facilunsupervised during the workday, pet daycare is an excelities employ staff who have specific training or certifications, lent alternative. Just like daycares for young children, pet and they may even have a vet on call. They should also have daycares usually have flexible schedules, offer entertainment an evacuation plan in case of fire. For the safety of all the and enrichment opportunities, and provide engagement and animals, it’s important to make sure the facility adheres socialization. Some facilities even offer live cameras or proto a strict policy that requires all animals to be current vide photo updates throughout the day, which can be a very on vaccinations. reassuring perk for owners. Short-term care is likely available Animals have different temperaments, just like people. for one-off situations when For a highly social, energetic pet, boarding it might be best for pets to can be like a dream come true—so many be away from home for a few friends, so little time! For other animals, leavhours—moving day or renovaing their environment can be traumatic. Pet tion day, for example.

Even the most dedicated pet sitting or dog walking can be a great option If traveling for longer for these families. Pets will feel secure in their than a day trip, it may be owner can’t care for pets own home, surrounded by familiarities, and best to board your animals they’ll also be able to follow their regular diet every minute of every day. while you’re away. Short-term and exercise routine when the pet sitter is boarding, for brief vacations, around. They will receive personal attention is readily available. Some and affection and won’t be exposed to any facilities also offer long-term potential illnesses from other animals. boarding for owners who need Not all pet sitters are equal, which is why it’s extremely to be away for weeks. Cat and dog boarding facilities are simimportant to conduct research and look for a pet sitter who ilar in nature, as they both offer private areas for relaxation is credentialed or trained in pet care. For liability purposes, and optional group exercise for animals, both indoors and an owner may want to request a background check, as well out, as appropriate. Dogs are also typically walked several as proof of insurance and bonding, during the interview times a day. process. Some small businesses corral a team of sitters and Though pet boarding facilities have many things in comwalkers who are assigned to different clients. Hiring through mon, they are not all the same. Some places might only offer an agency saves you the work of background screening and the basics to keep your pets safe while you’re away, while insurance, as these aspects are handled by the business. If other facilities are more like a pet spa. Prior to making a you need a recommendation for a pet sitter or dog walker, selection, it’s important to visit the facility and ask questions. talk to your veterinarian or local friends who use this type of Make sure the boarding environment is clean and the staff pet service. are friendly. It’s important to know how often your pet will Even the most dedicated pet owner can’t care for pets be exercised and fed and how much time your pet will spend every minute of every day. A time will inevitably come when with the other animals boarding at the facility. If your pet finding proper pet care is the clear way forward. This is a rerequires special dietary or medicinal arrangements, make sure sponsible choice on the pet owner’s part and ensures that the those are squared away in advance. It’s wise to consult your pet remains in good hands. It’s well worth the time and effort veterinarian for recommendations. for the peace of mind you get when you know your beloved Many locations will allow for an initial assessment, meanpet is being well tended while you’re away. ing an owner and pet can visit the facility and interact with Sources for this article included: 123petsoftware.com, merckstaff and other animals before booking a stay. Owners should also check that boarding and daycare facilities are prepared vetmanual.com, and petsitters.org.

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A Permanent Solution Confidently Smooth Skin

By Maria Harding

Electrolysis has been around for almost 150 years. It has remained the most efficient permanent hair removal method since 1875, though it has undergone significant technological improvements. Waxing, threading, and cream depilatories are heavily marketed, but only electrolysis permanently removes all types of hair on all types of skin.

Julie Adams, owner and technician at A Permanent Solution, has been in practice since 2006. She has developed a reputation for such dependable results that her business endured only a brief pause during the mandatory pandemic shutdown. Since reopening, her schedule has remained packed, as clients queue up to resume their appointments. “I’ve had a lot of people say that now that we’re wearing masks, they have let their facial hairs grow out enough,” she says, with a laugh. “I’ve actually been busier now than before.”

Electrolysis techniques are constantly being refined and improved. If you tried electrolysis 10 years ago, your experience today may be very different. “These machines are a lot faster,” says Julie. “It’s a lot more comfortable on the nerves.”

Julie uses two different electrolysis methods—thermolysis and blend. Thermolysis uses quick bursts of heat. The blend method uses a combination of thermolysis and galvanic electrolysis, which creates a chemical reaction through electrical current. Factors such as hair coarseness and location may determine which approach is best. “I look at each client’s skin and choose the modality based on the moisture in the skin and a lot of other factors,” she explains.

Electrolysis is most effective when the hair is in the new growth stage. During new growth, Julie explains, “the hair has more moisture and a better reaction. When it’s shedding, there’s not as much moisture, and it’s separated from the bottom of the follicle.” At any given time, only 10 to 15 percent of all hairs on a person’s body are actively growing. For this reason, clients will need to return for treatments every week or two, allowing each hair to cycle through to the new growth stage.

Clients can expect each session to last from 30 minutes to an hour and can save money by pre-purchasing a multi-hour bundle that can be broken up as needed.

“Clients who need longer or more frequent sessions have that option to make it more affordable,” Julie says.

Electrolysis cannot be performed in the nose or inside the ear canal because those areas are more prone to infection. People with pacemakers can receive electrolysis treatments with a doctor’s consent. Beyond these restrictions, virtually any part of the body can be treated with electrolysis.

Electrolysis is a also great option for men. “A lot of men get their ears done,” Julie says, “and many get their cheeks done if their beard goes Julie Adams, BFA, LE, Owner up high on their face.” Hairlines at the brow or neck can be reshaped.

Transgender women have unique hair removal challenges, and Julie wants members of this community to know they are warmly welcome at A Permanent Solution.

Removing hair from the face and body can be an important part of feeling confident and beautiful.

Laser hair removal is popular, but it has its limitations. “Laser is really good at treating dark hair on very pale skin, because laser treats the pigment in the hair to destroy the follicle,” Julie explains. Electrolysis, on the other hand, can effectively treat hair of any color. “Clients who have gotten laser done first usually have to come in so I can clean up what laser removal can’t get.”

At the initial consultation, Julie gathers information about a client’s health history, including any underlying medical conditions or medications that may contribute to unwanted hair growth. Hormonal changes are the most common reason for increased body hair. “Menopause is one of the times in our life when we tend to get hair in places like the chin and the upper lip because our estrogen levels drop,” Julie says.

If she notices hair growth that is consistent with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) or other medical issues, she may suggest that her clients consult with a physician. “I see a lot of the signs of PCOS,” she says, “and many people haven’t been diagnosed yet.”

Julie Adams is an affable and generous woman.

During sessions at A Permanent Solution, you might enjoy hearing about her volunteerism in organizations that support young women in our community, or you can pick her brain about fashion design, which was the focus of her degree. Together, you can discuss which of the latest spring trends will best feature your sleek, bared limbs!

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Good Life

Cooking It Up Outdoors Expand Your Kitchen Space

By Angella A. Arndt

As spring moves into summer, we start craving outdoor activities and social gatherings. Families are spending more time at home, and al fresco dining and entertaining are soaring in popularity. People are looking for ways to improve their outdoor space, and an outdoor kitchen can be a great choice.

An outdoor kitchen increases your living space as an Keep in mind that an outdoor kitchen is much more extension of your home. Imagine sipping your morning coffee than just buying a grill and some patio chairs. Permits may or enjoying an evening cocktail in a private oasis in your be required for installing gas, electrical, and water lines, and backyard. Spending time outdoors promotes relaxation specific codes and regulations may come into play, depending and reduces stress, depression, and anxiety…and there’s upon the project’s scope. Professionals have experience in something enticing about the distinctive aroma and taste of planning, design, and construction, which means you’ll save grilled food. time and get the kitchen you want when you hire a pro.

Location is an important consideration for an outdoor An outdoor kitchen can be a significant investment. To kitchen. Since you’ll be preparing and transporting food, choose a contractor, obtain referrals from friends or family locate the outdoor kitchen near the back entrance of your who have installed an outdoor kitchen. Have some queshome. If you need electricity or nattions prepared for each contractor. ural gas, choose an area accessible to How long has the company been in both. Select your location to maxibusiness? How much experience does mize both the view and your privacy. the contractor have with your type of Consider the usual wind direction, so project? Make sure the contractor is You can have fun and grill smoke blows away from the livwell established in constructing outing space. If possible, choose a shady door kitchens. Ask to visit past projescape without leaving the location—a pergola, patio cover, sun ects and speak with past clients about shades, umbrellas, or trees are all their experiences. How long will the comfort of your home. shade options. process take? Ensure that the contracOnce you’ve decided on the locator and sub-contractors are licensed, tion, what elements will you include? bonded, and insured. These types of Outdoor kitchens can range from questions will help you choose the simple to extravagant, depending on available space, desired right outdoor kitchen contractor. functionality, and budget constraints. Essential components The grill is an essential component of an outdoor kitchen. of an outdoor kitchen include an accessible cooking set-up, Gas grills are the most popular because of their ease of use, comfortable seating, and atmosphere. easy clean-up, and constant temperature. A grill with at least Elements can include grills, kitchen islands, sinks, food two burners allows you to have different heat zones, meanpreparation counters, refrigerators, cabinets, televisions, ing you can grill meat in one zone and vegetables in another. music, and heaters. You can purchase a pre-assembled, builtBurners shouldn’t be too far apart or you risk cold and hot in grill or go for a custom-designed model with accessories spots. Make sure your grill comes with a lid, so you have conlike side burners, smoker boxes, infrared sear burners, or vection heat. Safety features to look for include a heat-shieldrotisseries. Kitchen islands can be customized or constructed ed handle and locking wheels. with modular systems. Refrigerators and beverage chillers Thinking about how you plan to use your grill will help eliminate the need to run to and from the house all evening. you select one that’s best for your needs. Cast-iron grates Cabinets provide convenient storage for handy access to provide a better sear on a steak but require maintenance to cooking essentials. prevent rust. Stainless steel grates are easier to clean and Televisions and music add an extra dimension to the rust-resistant, but they don’t conduct heat as well. Cast-iron entertainment experience. Heaters provide warmth when may be a good choice if you grill a lot of steaks, while stainMother Nature has chilly plans for your outdoor gathering, less steel may be a better choice if you typically grill burgers, and they extend the outdoor entertaining season. brats, and seafood.

Consider how you will use the kitchen and plan accordGrilling season is almost here! An outdoor kitchen proingly. Establishing a budget will help you distinguish between vides a place for you to relax, spend time with family, and wants and needs during the planning process. Remember socialize with friends, all while enjoying a great meal. You to budget for details like hardware and lighting; these may can have fun and escape without leaving the comfort of be small items, but they can add up quickly. Budgeting your home. allows you to remain focused and avoid overspending on Sources for this article included: hgtv.com, nbcnews.com, and your project. landscapingnetwork.com.

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Great Escapes

Jackson Hole Channeling Your Inner Cowgirl

By Jackie Williams

This month, I’m focusing your attention on a wonderful small-town travel destination in the United States: Jackson Hole, Wyoming. In Jackson Hole, you can get out of the city and into the open air.You can experience the country, learn some history, and channel your inner cowgirl. It’s not just about the nearby top ski resort or the first American national park. Picture yourself in a gorgeous mountain town, nestled between the Tetons and the Gros Ventre mountain ranges, surrounded by beauty and wildlife.

Jackson Hole really is a year-round adventure-lover’s destination.

Jackson Hole was incorporated in 1914. The “Jackson” in Jackson Hole is for beaver trapper David Edward “Davey” Jackson. A “hole” is how mountain-dwelling locals would describe a high mountain valley. Jackson Hole refers to the entire valley and generally includes the towns of Jackson, Teton Village, Kelly, Wilson, Moran, Moose, and Hoback Junction, as well as Grand Teton National Park. Jackson is the largest town in Jackson Hole, with a population of just over 10,000. The soil is not ideal for planting, so settlers ranched instead. The tourism boom in the area came after the establishment of dude ranches.

Speaking of dude ranches—if you haven’t tried one before, Jackson Hole is a great place to start. Consider Moose Head Ranch. It’s family-owned and completely surrounded by the Tetons. At Moose Head Ranch, you will have to unplug from technology and instead immerse yourself in horseback riding, stargazing, fly-fishing, hiking, whitewater rafting, and bonding with your friends and family. Tough, huh?

If you want a more upscale option, look into Turpin Meadow Ranch, a luxury dude ranch right on the Buffalo Fork River between the Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks. It offers similar activities but with more upscale accommodations. If you’re uncomfortable being so untethered from technology, feel free to stay in a cute cabin in town where you’ll have modern amenities like television and internet. Cowboy Village Resort is only a short drive to the airport and national parks and is just six blocks from the Town Square, so it is quiet but close to everything. They have kitchenettes in every cabin and an indoor pool and hot tub.

Make your way over to the Town Square for a little exploring, where you will be welcomed by the big archways made of shed elk antlers. You will love the really cool, quaint boutique shops and fine art galleries that line the streets. Where to start? If you want to look like a cowgirl and feel like a cowgirl, you have to dress like a cowgirl! Beaver Creek Hat and Leather has been around for decades, and they have a fantastic selection and

free fittings. The Jackson Bootlegger has some amazing cowboy boot styles—leave yourself some time to decide!

You can find your next getup at the Wyoming Outfitters.

Top it all off with souvenir jewelry that will remind you of your trip, like a Teton stacking ring from Jackson Hole Jewelry Company. The galleries have some amazing local scenic shots and paintings, but the smaller sizes just don’t do them justice. If you buy a print, go big (they can always ship it home for you).

Summertime in Jackson Hole means rodeos on Wednesday and Saturday evenings. You can’t come all the way to the country and not see one! After the rodeo, try some local game at The Gun Barrel. It used to be the Wyoming Wildlife Museum & Taxidermy, so there’s a lot of neat stuff to look at during your visit to the restaurant, not to mention the tasty menu offerings. If you would rather stick to beef, enjoy a mouthwatering steak dinner at the aptly named Local Restaurant & Bar. Continue your night with country swing dancing and country music at the Million Dollar Cowboy Bar and Bar J Chuckwagon (make reservations in advance). They’re a hoot!

Summer is a very popular time to visit Jackson Hole, but so are all of the other seasons. Whether you want to see the gorgeous fall foliage, play in the snow, view the most wildlife, or hit the rodeo, Jackson Hole is a wonderful destination to visit any time of the year. There are lots of events to come for, including biking and running events, rodeos, concerts, festivals, and fairs.

The next time you need a little vacation inspiration, take a look at some of Ansel Adams’ iconic photos of landscapes of the Tetons and just think of all the fun you will have when you “Stay Wild” in Jackson Hole, Wyoming.

Sources for this article included: visitjacksonhole.com, jacksonholechamber.com, and jhrodeo.com.

Editor’s Note: Jackie has been a freelance writer since 2006. Her work has appeared in publications including Colorado Golf, Desert Golf, and Canadian Architecture & Design.

Her blogs can be found at BoardandRide.com and the luxury and adventure travel website, ArtofTripping.com.

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Home Works

Outdoor Living Spaces Take the Indoors Outdoors This Summer!

By Anne Yankus

With all the arctic weather finally behind us, everyone is finding more and more excuses to spend time outdoors. One perfect excuse to get outside is to enjoy the comfortable and inviting outdoor living space you’ve created in your yard!

After the winter we’ve had, we could all use a little more opportunity to enjoy the outdoors. Having a dedicated outdoor seating area does more than give you a great place to take your laptop and work from home in the sunshine. It can increase your home’s value, give you a great place to entertain your friends safely, and even improve your health by lowering stress levels and getting you some much-needed vitamin D! In order to create a truly awesome outdoor seating area, you’ll want to do more than just pick up some discount lawn furnishings and stick them wherever. Take some time to consider what kind of space you want to create and how you want to use it. Open porches, screened-in porches, three-season rooms, gazebos, and pergolas are all great options to take your outdoor space from bland to inviting.

Porches are making a comeback, so whether you have an existing structure on your home or are ready to build, there are plenty of new ideas out there on how you can use and decorate

the space. These days, people are converting their porches into true outdoor living rooms, with outdoor/indoor drapes, hanging basket plants, lanterns, rugs, and more! Porch swings are still very much in fashion, from budget-friendly classic swings to easy-install gliders. You’ll also find new twists on the classic idea, like bed swings, swings with built-in tables, and transitional swings.

If you don’t have an existing porch structure on your home (or if the one you have needs some repair or refurbishment), you have the option of building (or replacing) with traditional wood decking, composite decking, or even concrete. Traditional wood is going to be your mid-range price option—cheaper than composite but pricier than concrete. Wood is widely available and versatile in design. Composite decking is going to cost you more money up front but will last longer and require less maintenance than traditional wood. Concrete is your cheapest and most durable option, but it doesn’t offer the versatility or design options you’ll get with wood or composite.

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If you like the idea of a porch but are looking for something a little more protected from the elements, a screened-in porch might be right up your alley. Screened porches are most commonly made with fiberglass or aluminum mesh screens, which will generally protect your porch from insects, wildlife, and light rain. There are also more tightly-woven porch screens on the market that offer additional protection from sunlight, as well as pet-proof screens that will stand up to high-energy pets and children without tearing or breaking. If you really want to go all out, consider a motorized screen system that allows you to convert your screened-in porch to an open-air porch at the push of a button.

Perhaps even a screened-in porch seems a little too open for your purposes. If that’s the case, you’ll really want to look into building a three-season room.

Three-season rooms give you the same great, unobstructed views you’d get on an open-air porch with more protection from the elements than a screened porch can provide. They are made with floor-to-ceiling glass windows, with no insulation and no foundation. This makes them cheaper than a conventional all-season home addition. As the name implies, they can be used for just about any purpose (from a home office to a dining area to a guest room), but only during the spring, summer, and fall months, when HVAC won’t be needed.

If you’d prefer a freestanding structure that isn’t attached to the house, consider a gazebo or pergola. These open structures provide some shade and ambience in the yard. They’re great places to sit with a good view of both the house and yard. Gazebos can be purchased in pre-designed kits made from wood, aluminum, or steel. They come in a wide variety of styles, from a traditional Victorian-style gazebo to more modern square or round models. Pergolas are open structures topped with lattice-style boards as a roof. For more shade and privacy, consider a removable canopy or drapes. You can also add vertical trellises for a living wall of climbing plants.

Whether you’re looking for a complete home add-on for your outdoor living area or something that provides just some partial shade and atmosphere, there are as many options to choose from as there are reasons to create and decorate your perfect outdoor seating space this year!

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Todd Menard Construction LLC Bringing Families Together

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With the real estate market as hot as it is right now, many people are considering new construction. If you’re in the market for a new home, make it a custom home! Custom homes are built to your specifications and reflect your personal style. The Todd Menard Construction team would like to make your dream home a reality.

Todd Menard attended Metropolitan Community College and the University of Nebraska Omaha, earning a degree in architectural drafting and design and focusing on residential construction. He began his career in 1992 as a framer. He worked for a custom home builder for years before venturing out on his own to start Todd Menard Construction in 2004.

Believing and sharing in Todd’s vision, gloria (with a lower case “g”) and Doug Osborn, Todd’s parents, invested in the business, became partners, and remain an integral part of the team. “Todd has always had an eye for design,” gloria shares. “He understands all components of home building, which is vital in ensuring quality within a home.” Todd, a licensed contractor, personally oversees construction projects from start to finish. He drafts and designs construction plans and manages job sites. gloria works with realtors and clients on the initial sale, assists with plan specifications, and coordinates suppliers and subcontractors. Doug handles the finances and manages banking relationships.

The firm builds five to 10 homes a year in the $500,000+ price range. “We want to stay small so that we can control the construction process and quality of our homes,” gloria explains. “All of our contractors are local, mostly family owned, which means that we are working directly with owners to ensure consistency and quality.”

Todd Menard Construction builds homes according to a homeowner’s specifications, needs, location, and budget.

“Every home is completely different, whether we use one of our floor plans or design a custom plan,” gloria says.

Demand for multi-generational homes is growing, and Todd Menard Construction offers a wide array of options.

The reasons for multi-generational living are as varied as the floor plans. Financial considerations, cultural background, educational debt, or elder care are some of the reasons for this housing trend. “Every family is different and has different expectations,” gloria points out. “We focus on how we can serve them. Building a home is about the family, not the house.”

Floor plans include homes with private second suites, ranch-style homes with the main floor split into two separate living spaces, and homes in which the main floor and lower level are set up as independent living spaces. These homes also offer individual, private entries and garage space. “Families want to have closeness with their loved 62

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ones but still want their own space,” gloria says.

A multi-generational floor plan is also ideal for those who need a separate, dedicated Todd Menard, Builder-Owner space for other reasons. With more people working from home, individual office spaces are growing in popularity. As families spend more time at home, there is an increased demand for a separate studio, gym, man cave, or she-shed. “These homes are built in single-family neighborhoods. A person would not know that it is a multi-generational home from the exterior,” gloria elaborates. “We believe the Omaha market is ready to support this.”

If you are looking to build a home now that will meet your future needs, the firm offers a “Future-Ready Design” for your life today and into tomorrow. Conditions change as you age, and thoughtful planning will ensure that you can live in your home for decades to come. Wider doorways and hallways, no-step entries, low thresholds, showers with seats and handles, door levers instead of knobs, and pre-wired security alerts are examples of design features to help you plan for aging in place.

“Working with a custom builder is like being in a relationship,” gloria continues. “You need to feel comfortable and know who you will be working with at the firm. Our clients work directly with Todd—not a project manager or third party.” As in any good relationship, good communication is critical to meet expectations. The financial security and stability of a builder are also essential considerations. Look for a builder with experience in custom homes, gloria advises, who understands the complexity of this type of project.

“We care about our clients and want them to have a good home-building experience,” gloria concludes. “We build every home like we’re going to live in it. It’s gratifying to see families in homes they are proud of and in which they can create memories. It’s an honor to help them build their dream home.”

Todd Menard Construction is located in Omaha. Call 402-991-5506 for more information or to make an appointment. You can find them online at toddmenard.com.

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Positive Perspective

When “No” is the Right Answer Take Time to Learn

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“What I want is to have a healthy relationship with my wife, where we are truly partners in our marriage.”

—Manny Chavez; Fall, 2012 I met my husband, Manny, on August 25, 2012. It truly was love at first sight. I was madly in love; I wanted to get married and live “happily ever after.” Manny said,“No.” Boy, am I ever glad he did!

“Be careful of what you ask for; you just might get it.”

—Anonymous Manny and I tied the knot exactly seven years after we met, on August 25, 2019. Those seven years taught me so very much. I was fortunate enough to have met a man who wasn’t afraid to speak his mind. I truly believe if we had “jumped right in,” we would not be together today.

Reflecting back on those seven years prior to the big day, I realize that Manny had been working on himself and his demons during the 22 years since he had been divorced. Me? Not so much!

Now, that is not to put myself down. I had done a terrific job of creating my business—Women’s Edition—with the help of a terrific team. I had been working on that since 1986. I had taken very little time, if any, to look at myself and my life. I was so busy building my business, I pushed myself to the back of the line.

“The Universe is not outside of you. Look inside yourself.

Everything you want, you already are.” —Rumi

One of the things that Manny taught me is how important it is for all of us to reflect and grow and learn from our experiences.

Honestly, prior to meeting Manny, I never really reflected on my day, on my month, on my year. I was simply “full steam ahead,” and I hoped everyone would get out of my way.

“Who looks outside, dreams; who looks inside, awakes.”

—Carl Gustav Jung Over the seven years that Manny and I spent together before we got married, we fought, we laughed, we cried, we separated, and we reunited. All that time, I was learning. It was kind of like boot camp for my soul! A reminder here…Manny is a 20-year Navy vet!

“I am always ready to learn, although I do not always like being taught.” —Winston Churchill Yes, I was stubborn—still am!—but Manny hung in there.

Slowly but surely, he began to unwrap what he called “the skins of the onion,” one by one.

“The quieter you become, the more you can hear.”

—Buddha Thank you, Manny, from the bottom of my heart, for saying “No” in 2012. We now are becoming one.

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