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FRESH PICKINGS

The Anthem Farmersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Market offers a plethora of products from local purveyors.

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G ATHERINGS

C OMMUNITY

The Jaguar Pride Marching Band has Judy Weston talking.

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D IFFERENCE

The artistic creations of local kids have the WOW factor!

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Barbara Stitzer catches up with Jackie Hammond.

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Fun things to do in November.

Cool stuff your neighbors are selling.

Kristine Abrams Gresh brings her love of books to the community.

The popular Daisy Mountain Veterans Parade hits town.

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Young Stefanie Goldstein on 21 activities to get you in the holiday spirit.

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Roberta Gottlieb on the power of the human-dog bond.

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Psychologist Chris Wylie on possible signs of a learning disability.

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Michelle Steinke explains why looking inward is the first step in changing your body.

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O UT AND ABOUT Spotlight on Ebisu Sushi & Grill.

Hair-care professional Martin Weston finds color inspiration in unlikely places.

Pharmacist Tara Storjohann talks about dealing with insomnia.

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85086 Magazine sets high standards to ensure forestry is practiced in an environmentally responsible, socially beneficial, and economically viable manner. Printed by American Web on recycled fibers containing 10% post consumer waste, with inks containing a blend of soy base. Our printer is a certified member of the Forestry Stewardship Council, the Sustainable Forestry Initiative, and additionally meets or exceeds all federal Resource Conservation Recovery Act standards. When you are finished with this issue, please pass it on to a friend or recycle it. We can have a better world if we choose it together.

85086 Magazine is published 12 times a year for full saturation distribution in Anthem, Tramonto, Desert Hills, and New River. You can also pick up 85086 Magazine at many businesses including specialty shops, salons, spas, auto dealerships, libraries, children’s and women’s specialty shops, boutiques, restaurants, health clubs, hotels, medical offices, and many rack locations. Statements, opinions, and points of view expressed by the writers and advertisers are their own, and do not necessarily represent those of the publishers, editors or 85086 Magazine staff. Although 85086 Magazine has made every effort to authenticate all claims and guarantee offers by advertisers in the magazine, we cannot assume liability for any products or services advertised herein. No part of 85086 Magazine may be reproduced or transmitted in any form without the expressed written consent of the publisher. Publisher reserves the right to accept or reject any editorial or advertising matter at any time. Postmaster: Please return all undeliverable copies to 85086 Magazine, 3120 W. Carefree Hwy., Ste. 1-128, Phoenix, AZ 85086. Yearly subscriptions available; twelve issues mailed directly to your mailbox for $19.95 per year (within the U.S.). All rights reserved. ®2013 85086 Magazine. Printed in the USA.

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between neighbors Thank you! Quite simply, we were blown away by all the community support for the inaugural issue of 85086 Magazine. We thank all our new readers and fantastic advertising partners so much for helping make this magazine a unique reflection of our outstanding community. It’s been such a grand adventure to hit the ground running and get out and meet all the amazing people and business that combine to make this area so vibrant, coheAdam Toren sive, and fascinating. We’re beyond Publisher proud to be a part of the neighboradam@85086magazine.com hood, and we’re looking forward to celebrating you, our readers and supporters, in each monthly issue of 85086. This issue is chock-full of the notable people, places, and stories that compose the fabric of the neighborhood. Inside this month’s issue, we check out the Anthem Farmers’ Market and chat with some of the folks behind the unique products offered each week at this local open-air institution. Then, we touch base with some crafty local gals on page 16 who’re selling creative items from their homes. Our next stop is our cover story on the budding young artists in the area. You’ll be amazed at the artistic talent of our local youth. Of course, there’s so much more. We invite you to sit back and enjoy reading it all and to find out what your neighbors are up to. As always, we invite your feedMatthew Toren back. Feel free to reach out to us Publisher anytime. Remember, this is your matthew@85086magazine.com magazine!

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Spread the Love If you’re hosting Thanksgiving this year, why not ask your guests to bring a small donation for a local charity? There’s no greater feeling than giving back to others.

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Here Comes the Parade! Local Jim Oliveri on the popular Daisy Mountain Veterans Parade. Photos by Mike Spinelli Photography

One of Anthem’s most popular attractions, the Daisy Mountain Veterans (DMV) Parade, will take place on Saturday, Nov. 9. Now in its ninth year, the event is among the largest and most spectacular of its kind in the state of Arizona and has quickly become a local tradition.

Vietnam. The aircraft will be on display at The Outlets immediately following the parade. For those who enjoy marching bands, we have Arizona’s own 108th Army Band, the Glendale Pipes and Drums, the Boulder Creek High School Band, and more.

Toys for Tots

Schedule and Route The parade will step off promptly at 10 a.m. from King Drive just south of Boulder Creek High School immediately following a powerful cannon blast heard all across Anthem. The line of march will begin north on Gavilan Peak Parkway, turning east on Anthem Way, then south on Freedom Way, and concluding at the Anthem Community Center.

Participants Each year, the DMV recognizes a specific group of veterans. Past honorees have included World War II vets, the Navajo Code Talkers, the Buffalo Soldiers, the Arizona Rough Riders, POWs, and Wounded Warriors. Serving as Honorary Grand Marshals this year will be seven veterans of the Korean War. Other participants will include school units, military floats, patriotic organizations, and local businesses. A new entry will be a fully restored OH-6A Cayuse Loach helicopter that was shot down several times while serving with the 1st Air Cavalry in

The Daisy Mountain Veterans will again participate with the U.S. Marine Corps in its Toys for Tots program. New, unwrapped gifts can be deposited in collection boxes along the parade route on the day of the event. The Marines distribute these toys to less-fortunate children during the holidays.

The DMV The Daisy Mountain Veterans organization comprises American Legion Post 128 and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 12031, both based in Anthem. The DMV parade is funded entirely by contributions from individuals and businesses. Any excess donations are used to assist needy veterans in our area. “We have 100 volunteers who work yearround to put together a wonderful parade,” says Mary Ann Derryberry, event organizer. “It will be a great show for the entire family. Don’t miss it!” Be sure to join us on Nov. 9 for what may very well be the best veterans’ celebration in Arizona.

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Jim lives in 85086 and is a retired bank vice president, a writer, and an editor. He’s written two books based upon his experiences while serving with a military advisory unit in Vietnam. Currently, he’s publicity chairman for Anthem’s Daisy Mountain Veterans Parade. Two Korean War-era veterans from Anthem will serve as grand marshals in the DMV Parade on Nov. 9. Lt. Commander Thomas G. Smith is a graduate of the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy. As a Navy pilot, he flew anti-submarine patrols from the USS Boxer near Korea, accumulating 5,000 air hours and 200 carrier landings. Cmdr. Smith earned an Air Medal, a Navy Unit Commendation and a National Defense Medal. He retired from the Navy in 1974 and is now active in the Daisy Mountain Veterans organization. Quartermaster Ralph Walters served in the Navy aboard the USS Renville off the coast of Korea from 1953 to 1957. Walters was part of the ship’s navigation unit. During his tour of duty, he earned a Korean Service Medal, a National Defense Medal, and a Navy Good Conduct Medal. He is also an active member of the Daisy Mountain Veterans.

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Things to Do… N OV E M B E R

Take a short hike and try to find a variety of our feathered friends. Then, fill out a card during Bird Bingo! Bring the kids, but please leave pets at home. 9 a.m. at Cave Creek Regional Park.

Fall Fitness Hikes Weekly is a series of short hikes on various trails throughout the park. All hikes depart from the Nature Center. Cave Creek Regional Park Nature Center.

Have you ever seen a scorpion eat? Do snakes really “unhinge” their jaws? We’ll answer these questions and more during Feeding Frenzy. Come feed our collection of cool critters in the Nature Center. Contact Ranger Mark at markaulat@mail.maricopa.gov.

The Anthem Veterans Memorial Support Team (AVMS) invites Anthem and neighboring communities to attend the annual Veterans Day ceremony with keynote speaker Navy Admiral Vernon E. Clark (Ret.) on Mon., Nov. 11, at 10 a.m. at the Anthem Veterans Memorial.

Calling all Boulder Creek High School students with a talent to show off for the BCHS PTA Talent Show Audition. Auditions from 2:30 p.m. at BCHS mini-auditorium. For more information, visit dvusd.org/Domain/40.

At Archery 101, participants will experience a fun and safe basic instruction to recreational and internationalstyle target archery. To register, contact Ranger Mark at markpaulat@mail.maricopa.gov.

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Commemorate a veteran this holiday season. The gift of a veteran commemorative paver is a lasting tribute to those who have served our country and will remind generations of the sacrifices made by our servicemen and servicewomen. Give the gift of a commemorative paver, or donate to the Honor a Veteran Program. For a $150 donation, a veteran who may not otherwise be represented at the memorial will be chosen from a list generated by the local veterans associations. This program also provides an opportunity for individuals, families, businesses, and clubs that may have already commemorated a veteran to help honor another through their donation. For more information, go to onlineatanthem.com /anthem-veterans-memorial -donate-here.

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Fabulous Finds This area is filled with many talented folks selling creative items. Check out some of the cool stuff your neighbors are selling. By Sondra Barr

People from around the world send Jamie Wilson of Jelly Belly Quilts their baby clothes, and she turns them into modern memory quilts. She also designs these handmade quilts from the clothes of a loved one for a special family keepsake. Jamie has been in business for almost six years, the last few spent working full time from her Anthem home studio. She’s made hundreds of quilts not only from clients in the 85086 area but also throughout the United States as well as Hong Kong, Bahrain, Australia, Japan, and parts of Europe, all through her website. Prices start at $475. jellybeanquilts.com

Judy Weston makes beautiful handcrafted barefoot sandals to dress up your feet. Whether for your beach wedding, cruise, or lounging around the house, no outfit is complete without a pair of barefoot sandals. They are made on a comfortable stretchy cord using the finest quality beads and findings. Judy got the idea for barefoot sandals during a trip to the big island of Hawaii after seeing homes that had signs out front telling guests to take off their shoes before entering. Being a girl who loves to have a complete outfit, she had to dream up a way to keep her feet beautiful yet respect her hosts. Custom orders are welcome. Prices start at $30. etsy.com/shop/mybestfootforward

Prior to retirement, Lynn Glick would often doodle. After her husband passed in 2003, she started doodling more seriously and also used her hobby habit to help her grandchildren learn to draw and color and work on hand/eye coordination. Since then, she’s continued to scribble away to the tune of 500-plus works of one-of-a-kind pieces of doodle art. Her son and friends have hung them in their offices. She’s never thought they were of high enough quality to sell, much to the surprise of her family and friends, who’ve actually sold several of them! To learn more about Lynn or to purchase a doodle, call her at (623) 261-2861.

Do you create great stuff and sell it? If so, we want to know about it. Please e-mail pictures of your handwork and a bit of info about it to finds@85086magazine.com.

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A Season of Excellence The Jaguar Pride Marching Band has local Judy Weston talking. “Respect, Pride, Honor, Excellence…Who are we? Jags!” The band can be heard loudly chanting this at the end of each practice or event. It’s what the Boulder Creek High School Marching Band is all about. Under the direction of James O’Halloran, the Jaguar Pride Marching Band is in its tenth season and is at its strongest. The students began this season back in the grueling heat of summer, with dedication that is rarely seen anywhere amongst teens today. These exceptional kids spend 15 to 20 hours per week devoted to the band program and wouldn’t have it any other way. Kyle Burgard, a band senior and trumpet-section leader, puts it this way: “Band is a place to go crazy and get rewarded for it. Crazy dedicated, crazy talented, and crazy crazy!” Even when the sprinklers interrupt practice, the enthusiastic band carries on. “Mr. O always tells us to do our best and march like it’s our last show ever,” says Kyle Reimer, a junior at BCHS. “I got soaking wet, but I loved it!” The Marching Band is one of the oldest traditions at Boulder Creek High School. Begin-

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“Respect, Pride, Honor, Excellence… Who are we? Jags!” ning in 2004, with approximately 20 kids in the band, they are now at a membership of 99. The band consists of brass and woodwind instruments and the drum line, front line, and color guard. “Band and choir are the only clubs and activities on campus where the students are together all year long for all four years of their high school years,” O’Halloran says. “It’s my second family,” says junior Anna Weston, oboe player and color guard captain. “Band has changed my life for good, and I am

Nicole Pollack, senior, clarinet section leader: “Band has been a great experience. My family has been involved since my dad’s high school days, so I am a band geek. Everyone in band is so welcoming and amazing. We have one of the best bands in the district!”

so thankful I get to spend my high school years with such dedicated, hardworking, and great people.” “Last year, we had several students receive full-ride scholarships to both in-state and out-of-state schools,” O’Halloran says. “We have also been fortunate to have some of the top student musicians in the state, including the number-one tuba player for the past two years.” O’Halloran maintains that the “greatest benefit to a music program is the development of emotional appreciation for one of the last human elements left in our society.” “We have become trapped in an age where we are dominated by technology and a lack of human emotion or caring,” he says. “Music reminds us that there is an inner beauty and emotional quality in life and that we need to embrace it whenever we can.” This encompassing of emotion and beauty can be found simply by wandering the music halls of BCHS. Senior Alisa Rader, head drum major, describes her devotion this way: “Band means everything to me. I have become so close to the people around me. Music is so important to me and has

shaped me to be the person I am today.” This year’s show is based on the music from the Broadway musical Jekyll & Hyde. Although the band isn’t retelling the actual story in its performance, they use the music to re-create the atmosphere and emotional impact that the tale provides. “The best form of community support is to come out to our performances,” O’Halloran says. “We perform at every home varsity football game, and we host several free concerts during the school year.” Be sure to visit the band website at bchsjaguarpridebands.org for upcoming events.

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Anna Weston, junior, oboe player, color guard captain: “We truly are like a family. We stand up for each other, look after each other, and we simply love one another. The people in band are my best friends and my brothers and sisters.”

Rachel Flynn, drum major: “Band helps you create the sense of a second family through thick and thin. We support each other. As one of the drum majors, I feel honored to lead this band to our full potential.”

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Caleb Cusing: “Band has definitely been a positive experience. Everyone accepts you. No one makes fun of you. It’s a family.”

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The 85086 Book Club Local Kristine Abrams Gresh brings her love of books to the community and asks you to join her on a reading journey. First, there was The Giving Tree, then the Babysitters’ Club series, and eventually, on to fascinating memoirs and nonfiction essays…oh, and let’s not leave out the recent indulgence of the Hunger Games trilogy. Reading has always been a significant part of my life. In fact, it’s a constant. I’ve grown, changed, moved, gone through life experiences, but reading remains as enjoyable as an old friend. And sometimes when I finish a fabulous book, the first thing I want to do is discuss it with someone or recommend it to another reader. Well, here’s our chance to do those things with our neighbors—our fellow 85086-ers. Each month, I’ll choose a book (and

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I hope you’ll help by submitting some suggestions) and we’ll read the selection together as a community. See someone reading it around town? Ask them how they like it. After you read the book, e-mail me your thoughts. We’ll publish some of them in this column, and then we’ll choose another book and do it all again. This month, let’s start with a book that’s been on countless best-seller lists, including The New York Times, Amazon.com, NPR, and the Los Angeles Times. It’s Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking by Susan Cain. I found it an interesting read as well as a possible conversation starter—even for the introverts out there. As the summary states, “at least one-third of the people we know are introverts. They are the ones who prefer listening to speaking; who innovate and create but dislike selfpromotion; who favor working on their own over working in teams. It is to introverts— Rosa Parks, Chopin, Dr. Seuss, Steve Wozniak—that we owe many of the great contributions to society.” This book is not only wellresearched and well-written but it also might stimulate a few opinions and maybe change a few minds. Perhaps it would be helpful for those who deal with people each day (that’s most of us) and could even lead to small changes in the way we establish business relationships, the way we parent, or the way we interact with a spouse or a family member. I was struck by one particular quote about the book that I read on the mental-health so-

Kristine Abrams Gresh has been a freelance writer and an avid reader for several years. Originally from Brooklyn, New York, she now lives in Anthem with her husband and son. She loves a good book and is determined to write one of her own someday. cial network psychcentral.com: “Quiet is a thought-provoking and fascinating work that reminds us of the dangers of solely listening to the loudest voices.” How topical. Honestly, one could argue that in today’s society, we all could engage in a little more understanding of one another and therefore maybe enjoy better communication—refer to recent government events for evidence. I hope you’ll read with me! I look forward to seeing people reading this book and future books around Anthem and the surrounding areas. Grab an old-school paper copy (my personal preference) or download the book to your device—or maybe you’ll be the one to find the copy I’ve left somewhere in the community. However you page it through—happy reading!

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Everything’s coming up Jackie! Local Barbara Stitzer catches up with Musical Theatre of Anthem’s Jackie Hammond. Jackie Hammond is the kind of luminous, magical presence that lights up the darkest room. Her smile and her talent are both reflected in her genuine love for Musical Theatre of Anthem, her 501(c)(3) business of which she’s the founder and producing artistic director, and for the 500-plus actors that have been a part of it. Her dedication is evident in every decision she makes. And she makes great decisions. This year alone, MTA has received 72 nominations from the National Youth Awards and the ariZonis, with several wins from both. This girl is on fire.

Full disclosure: I love Jackie Hammond. Two and a half years ago, my girls and I were in the audience of MTA’s Peter Pan. Jackie came out to give a preshow talk—typical stuff: no photography during the show and no eating in the theater—and then she said the magic words: “Does anyone in this theater think that they would like to be up on stage some day?” My small child, the one who was too embarrassed to even wear mismatched socks to Crazy Day at school because she was afraid that someone would look at her, raised her

hand. I laughed out loud. There was no way that Tenley would have the courage to audition for a show. But audition she did, and she got the part of one of about 20 froglets in Honk! Junior. Now two years, seven shows, and a National Youth Theatre Award Nomination for Outstanding Younger Lead Actress later, Tenley at age 9 is probably the most confident person on the planet. Which is one of the many reasons that I love Jackie. But I’m not the only one. Evon Kishbaugh, MTA’s box office manager, says,

“Every single child is so special to me, every single one. ”

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Jackie Hammond gets positive reviews not only from her audiences but also from her young cast members: “

“Jackie is passionate about everything––whether it’s her family, her friends, her students, or MTA. What’s not to love!”

“Jackie is passionate about everything— whether it’s her family, her friends, her students, or MTA. What’s not to love!” Jackie grew up singing and dancing and watching Singing in the Rain, Grease, and Guys and Dolls with her grandparents from the time she was in kindergarten. Later, she sang in choir and blazed trails as the only girl in the trumpet section of her middle school band and then did her first musical, Bye Bye Birdie, at Pioneer High School in San Jose, California. At age 16, she started teaching music in elementary schools. When she was 19, her voice teacher passed away, and the teacher’s daughter asked Jackie to take over. She graduated with a degree in creative arts with a musical theater minor at San Jose State; married her soul mate, Jeff, at 24; and then moved to New York to try her hand at Broadway. The New York way of life wasn’t exactly what she had in mind, so when her sister, Stacey, moved to Arizona and asked her to come too, the Hammonds came west. Jackie quickly realized the need for quality youth theater here. With the encouragement of Jeff, who has his degree in entrepreneurial management and an MBA, opened MTA. MTA has a “no cut” policy: everyone who auditions receives a part. “How can you tell a child ‘No, you can’t be a part of this production?’” Jackie says. “You can’t tell who is going to have it click in for them, or when. Everyone should get the opportunity to play.” You do have to pay to play, just as with sports programs and dance lessons, because Jackie’s excellent professional directors, musical directors, and choreographers are going to teach them how to perform, just as a football coach or a dance teacher would. And yes, there are some grumblings about that every

now and then. But now, in MTA’s sixth season, actors come from all over the Valley to be part of the excellent quality productions that Jackie and her staff consistently put out. Her 2013–2014 season opener was Carrie: The Musical, the company’s first PG 13 rated show. “People were like, the horror movie?” she says, “But there’s an amazing, rockin’ score, the kids love singing the music, and I would never put on a show just for its shock value. This is a show with a message about bullying.” Jackie understands being bullied. “When I moved from Maryland to California in fifth grade, I was all frizzy haired, an awkward child. They made up horrible songs about me that I’ll never forget. But even then, I had a confidence about me. I wasn’t going to let them put me down.” One thing that sets Jackie apart from a lot of artistic directors is that she never casts any of the shows. “Every single child is so special to me, every single one. It would just be too hard to do the casting. That’s why we have so many great directors come in—it gives everyone a chance to shine for them. Casting has nothing to do with how much money you give, how much volunteering you do, or anything other than whether you’re right for the part. No one ever gets a part that doesn’t deserve it, but if you foster your gift and come in prepared, you have a better chance of getting a better part. “That’s why I don’t really perform a lot any more. I don’t want to choose shows that I’d like to be in. There is one show, though,” she says, hazel eyes going dreamy. “If I got the rights to that one, I’d want to be in it, but I can’t tell you what it is, I don’t want to jinx it.” Jackie Hammond, maker of miracles, I don’t think you need to worry about not getting any show.

Jackie has helped me and inspired me in so many ways. I look up to her so much, for she is not only a director to me but someone I know I can trust with anything. She has truly changed my life.”—Julia Davis, 15, who starred in the title role of “Carrie: The Musical” last month, says.

“Being a part of MTA has been such a positive experience for me. I have met some of my very best friends at MTA.”—Sam Pear, 16

“Ms. Jackie has made a huge impact on my life. She has helped me with vocals for nine productions and has been supportive for every one of them.” —Amanda Brown, 9

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FRESH PICKINGS The Anthem Farmersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Market offers a plethora of products from local purveyors: organic and seasonal crops; plants and seeds; grassfed beef, pork, lamb, and goat; fresh eggs, cheeses and butters; complemented with artisanal producers of jams, jellies, pickles, tamales, sauces, breads, and more! Team 85086 headed to this popular seasonal market to experience it for ourselves and to chat with the folks behind these local products. What did we find out? Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s something fresh, tasty, unique, and locally produced right around the corner! Photos by Stephen Miller

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What inspired you to start your business? Health, well-being, and happiness. It is hard to find healthy snacks when you are on the go all the time. Chocolate brings a smile to everyone.

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Raimondo’s facebook.com/Raimondos.of.Phoenix What do you sell? Authentic Italian food, gluten free.

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What inspired you to start your business? Raimondo loves to cook and loves people. Having owned a restaurant in the Valley for over 35 years, as well as providing catering for all occasions, along with the farmers’ markets, has allowed Raimondo to maintain his passion for both. What sets Raimondo’s products apart from what one would find elsewhere? It’s simple, fresh, good, and good for you.

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What do you sell? At farmers’ markets, we sell gluten-free pizzas, marinara sauces, and salad dressings.

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What inspired you to start your business? Ken Spinato’s love for Chicago-style pizza. What sets Spinato’s products apart from what one would find elsewhere? Unique family recipes since 1918––served in our restaurants since 1974. We invite you to try the Spinato’s Experience in one of our five restaurants or purchase our products in AJ’s Fine Foods.

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Thanksgiving Fun!

Local girl Stefanie Goldstein on 21 activities to get you in the holiday spirit I like to do fun things for Thanksgiving! Here are some cool things you can do for this family holiday: 1. Watch the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade on TV or go watch it yourself in person! 2. Get together with some friends and family and have a mini-pumpkin hunt. All you have to do is get some mini-pumpkins and have someone hide them. It’s just like an Easter egg hunt! 3. Jump in a huge pile of leaves with your friends! (You’ll probably need to head north to find leaves.) 4. This is just me and maybe some other girls—don’t wear super-uncomfortable tights underneath your Thanksgiving dinner dress. 5. Run in the Turkey Trot here in Anthem. 6. When you’re done with your meal— mine is usually turkey with potatoes that have strange things in them—have an awesome dessert! 7. Spend Thanksgiving Day with your family and friends. 8. Do turkey crafts! It is what lots of us did in preschool! It brings back tons of memories, and it never gets old! 9. Have a Thanksgiving tree. Every day during the month of November, you take a piece of paper in the shape of a leaf, write what you’re thankful for, and then hang it up on your “tree.” This can be an artificial one like a Christmas tree, a giant branch in a vase, or one made out of construction paper to hang on your wall. 10. Make a Thanksgiving tablecloth. Get an inexpensive white tablecloth and colorful Sharpies, and put the cloth on your table

and the Sharpies on top of it. Every time you eat, write one thing you’re thankful for on the tablecloth. Save the memories, and use the same tablecloth every year. 11. Have a pumpkin race! Make a start and a finish line, and get a sturdy broom, some pumpkins, and a few friends or family members! Push the pumpkins with your brooms to the finish line, and see who wins! 12. Go pumpkin bowling! Get some bowling pins and pumpkins that are as round as possible, and bowl down those pins! 13. Have a cranberry or mini-pumpkin race. For this activity, you’ll need either five cranberries or one mini-pumpkin and a spoon for each player. The players try to keep their cranberries or mini-pumpkins on their spoons until they get to the finish line. If a player’s cranberries or minipumpkin falls, that player returns to the finish line. The winner is the first player to get to the finish line without dropping the cranberries or mini-pumpkin. 14. See who can collect the most leaves! Get a basket and try to gather more leaves than any of your friends or family members. The winner gets to dump all of his or her leaves on one person’s head! Afterward, everyone can make it rain leaves! You’ll probably need to head north for this, too. 15. Make a pinecone turkey. Go into nature and get a pinecone and some leaves to place around the turkey platter for decoration.

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16. Bake a pumpkin pie. 17. Dress up like Indians and Pilgrims and present a play to your family with your friends. 18. Make turkey finger puppets. 19. At school, ask everybody to get a box and put them in the classroom. Every day, put a note in someone’s box saying why you are thankful for him or her. On the day before Thanksgiving break, all the kids will open their boxes and look at their notes. I wonder how many you’ll get! 20. Go Thanksgiving geocaching! Hide a geocache and put something special inside! (Visit geocaching.com to learn about this fun family activity.) 21. Throughout the month of November, ask family and friends who visit your house to write secret notes of gratitude and place them into your Thanksgiving jar or box. During Thanksgiving dinner (no peeking before that!), open your jar or box and read your notes!

What My Friends and I Are Thankful For: “I am thankful for my amazing and loving family and my best friends. I am thankful for The Caepe School and Musical Theatre of Anthem. I am thankful for chocolate. I couldn’t live without chocolate. Most of all, I am thankful for being a Christian and having God in my heart.” – Stefanie Goldstein, 9 “I am thankful for my great family, my food, my house, all the things I have, my bed, my great school, and karate.” – Madeline Toren, 9 “I am thankful for my wonderful family, my cats, my beautiful house, my great friends, and Musical Theatre of Anthem.” – McKenna Carlson, 9 “I am thankful to have such a loving family and to have great friends like Madeline, McKenna, and Stefanie” – Sofia Wylie, 9

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A Lost-and-Found Story

Local Roberta Gottlieb on the power of the human-dog bond. You may be familiar with the story of Rose Sharman and her dog, Ily. Rose was returning home on I-17 in June with her two dogs, Heffie and Ily, when a tire blew out on her camper. She was critically injured and was airlifted from the scene. Unfortunately, Heffie passed away at the scene, and Ily, although she was injured in the crash, ran off into the desert and was lost. The story of Ily’s recovery was featured on the news. But here are some details that you may not have heard. 8 weeks: The amount of time Ily was lost without even one reported sighting. 142 people: The number who participated in the search and recovery of Ily—132 of these people who committed to assist in bringing Ily home did not even know Rose! 64 days: The length of time Ily survived alone during one of the hottest summers ever in Arizona. 2 a.m., Aug. 27, 2013: Ily and Rose lock eyes and are reunited at an emergency veterinary hospital. Although Ily is unable to walk normally when her trap is opened safely inside the hospital, she gets up on her hind legs to hug the wheelchair-bound Rose. On the video recording of the event, every single person is crying. True, not every dog would survive over nine weeks in the scorching Arizona desert. But Ily, Heffie, and Rose were all athletes who shared a love of the outdoors, and Rose had unknowIf you receive this magazine, you are in the service area for Anthem Pets, a nonprofit animaladvocacy and rescue group. APs operates a 24/7 telephone hotline for lost and found pets. Call (480) 287-3542 for more info.

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ingly provided survival skills to her extremely intelligent cattle dog during their long hours spent hiking and running in the desert. Rose told me that Ily knew about cacti, what things she could eat in the desert, what was poisonous and to be avoided, and the dangers of rattlesnakes and coyotes. No doubt that Ily’s excellent physical conditioning also helped her survive. So what kept people, even strangers, searching for Ily even though no one had seen any sign of her for weeks? Rose felt in her heart that Ily was alive somewhere out there. Of course, some people were telling Rose that there was no way this could be true, Rose and her dog, Ily, reunited. given our climate and the myriad animals who live in the desert. But Rose Avoid the chances of your pet getting lost, knew that she and Ily shared the same and increase the ones of finding your dog powerful love and bond and that the or cat if he or she goes missing. dog would do whatever she could to survive. After finally being sighted six 1. Microchip your pets. times within a four-day period, Ily was successfully trapped after her 64 2. Place a lock on your yard gate. days alone in the scorching desert. 3. Keep a collar on your pet. It’s 11 p.m. on Aug. 25, 2013. Rose has had seven surgeries and has progressed from being bedbound to a she and Ily will be running again. wheelchair, then a walker, and now a cane. Ily has also had a surgery and is learnShe still has severe injuries to her right ing to bear her weight on her hind leg. shoulder and continues treatment and facBoth are home together, healing, recoves a painful course of physical therapy. Rose ering, and sharing their love. Ily also has had previously run from the North Rim of a new brother named Wyatt whom Rose the Grand Canyon to the South Rim in 6.5 adopted from Halo Animal Rescue two hours; now, her life has drastically changed. weeks before Ily was found. But she’s looking forward to the day when

Roberta’s mission is to educate people about responsible pet ownership and to raise the public’s awareness of animal neglect and abuse. She is a board member of Anthem Pets and encourages people to adopt their next pet instead of buying one at a pet store.

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Young Artists The artistic talent of the areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s youth is impressive. From bold explosions of color to subtle prints, these students have expressed themselves with creative displays that showcase their unlimited potential. All we can say is WOW! These kids are talented! Photos by Michele Celentano

Corky Hayes (left) and Lindsay Boggs (right) with students Nolan Ause, Valerie Pieger, and Ellie Faley.

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What some local art teachers have to say… Lindsay Boggs, Anthem School “I became an art teacher because of my love of art and being creative. I am first a muralist and fine artist, so my passion for education and bringing out creativity in children just fit. Mostly, I love seeing the potential in children and how art brings out so much expression in students. When they are challenged, they can really do great things with paint, clay, etc. Students bounce ideas off each other and come up with amazing art.” Corky Hayes, Desert Mountain School “I’ve been with the DVUSD for over 25 years and began as a language arts teacher at Desert Sky Junior High. I’ve always been interested in art, so I was very excited when a full-time position opened up at Desert Mountain.” Corky says that watching students embrace and create art is something she’s very proud and honored to be a part of.

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A Life Changer

Meet Courtnie Crawford, the winner of a SWEAT 12-Week Challenge. Watch as she transforms her life and body with the help of a dedicated group of SWEAT trainers. We introduce Courtnie Crawford, who was nominated for a complimentary SWEAT 12Week Challenge! A 30-year-old mother of three, Courtnie always puts everyone else first. As a full-time night respiratory therapist, she has very little time for herself. But after increasingly seeing and dealing with death and dying every day at her job, she realizes that unless she changes her lifestyle, she won’t be around to enjoy watch-

ing her children grow up. Courtnie knows that if she wants to be around for them, she needs to make her health and wellness a priority. Her story resonated with us, which is why she was the first 85086 Magazine reader selected to receive a free program with SWEAT. The fitness challenge started on Oct. 7 and will run through Dec. 27. As part of the program, Court-

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nie has been set a goal that will take her from 236 pounds down to 186 pounds. This is a 50-pound weight loss in just 12 weeks! But we know she can do it if she stays dedicated and focused on the end result. She also has a body-fat goal that will take her from 43 percent down to 28 percent. This is a loss of 15 percent body fat!

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The Fyke family enjoys a 3-D special film night. What other cinema is the dog welcomed into?

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Little touches like a hand painted action sign give the room a playful feeling.

Tim and Crystal Fyke moved to Anthem 11 years ago in large part because of the family-friendly atmosphere. “We liked that there were kids running around everywhere,” Crystal says. The couple knew instantly that the area was the perfect fit for their growing brood. They chose their house because of the space it provided. “We liked the layout of this floor plan and that it was a bigger lot with a big backyard,” says Crystal, who also points out that the friendly neighbors had a lot to do with it, too. “When we were looking at the house, the neighbors came out and introduced themselves. I can say after 11 years here, we still have the same neighbors. We look out for each other and the kids. I have watched all the kids grow up.” Of all the spaces in their home, the Fykes count their theater room as one of their favorites. “My husband and I and our neighbor built this—it was a lot of work, but it was worth it,” Crystal says. The walls are painted a deep red, and the ceiling is black, as is the drapery, to provide a dark space to get the full visual impact of the movies shown on the large projector screen. The family kicks back in comfortable leather movie chairs or on the spacious couch that sits on a higher level, mimicking stadium seating. This intimate space is where the couple’s three children—Jake, 14, Jayden, 12, and Jett, 11—can kick back and enjoy their favorite flicks together. “We always have family movie night where we can cuddle up with popcorn and sit back and relax,” Crystal says. “My kids love having friends over to watch a movie. They always end up sleeping in there when they have sleepovers.”

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Possible Signs of a Learning Disability

Parents should start to investigate as soon as they suspect that their child has a learning problem, says local psychologist Chris Wylie. Students with learning disabilities (LD) have difficulty processing information in one or more of several areas of learning. They may have problems getting information into the brain (called an input problem). They may have difficulty with sound input (called an auditoryperception or an auditory-processing disorder) or with visual input (called a visual-perception disorder). Students with such conditions may have difficulty integrating information once it is received in the brain. These problems may include the ability to sequence information; to infer, or abstract, meaning; or to organize information. Some may have problems with the

storage and retrieval of information or memory. The memory problem might involve information still in the process of being learned (often called working memory or short-term memory) or material that has been learned but not retained (long-term memory). Finally, students may have difficulty getting information out of the brain (called an output problem). This problem may impact the ability to send information to their muscles. For example, a student with this problem may have difficulty coordinating the muscles of the hand and have slow, tedious, and awkward handwriting (called a grapho-motor problem). Additionally, this student may have difficulty getting thoughts onto paper (reflected by problems with spelling, grammar, punctuation, capitalization, or organization of the thoughts). Students also may have difficulty with language output, including problems organizing their thoughts, finding the right words, and expressing themselves. There is no one definitive characteristic found in a child or an adolescent with learning disDr. Wylie is an educational abilities. The student may show psychologist, founder characteristics of one or more and president of the of the areas described—in fact, it’s very uncommon to have only Psychological Testing Center one area of difficulty. Also, how of Phoenix. You can reach a learning disability manifests in him through his website at school is based on the student’s grade level and the demands for psychologicaltestingcenter.com. that grade level.

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Parents should start early when trying to determine if their child may have a learning problem, which may include dyslexia, a language-based processing disorder that negatively affects reading, writing, spelling, and speaking. • Trouble with concepts of time. Although this may be developmental to a degree, time concepts are expressed in unusual ways. For example, when my son was 5 or 6 and even 9, he would talk about anything in the past as “when I was 4.” That could have been last week or years ago. A 10-year-old neighbor boy has been saying, “It is 11 hundred of the clock” since he was three. • Unable to follow two- or three-step directions. Sequencing processes into first, second, then, next… do not frequently register with some learning-disabled children, including dyslexics. • Reversal of syllables and phonemes (letter sounds) within a word. The cute words all children make up as they learn the language can indicate dyslexia or another disorder. For example, flutterby for butterfly, magaruffin for ragamuffin, or bamhurger for hamburger can be a sign. • Unable to recognize or produce rhymes. I used to play the rhyming game in the car as we drove to preschool each morning. I would say “cat,” and my dyslexic son would say “tiger.” When I’d ask if those words rhymed, he’d say he didn’t know. • Cannot sequence rote-memory concepts such as days of the week, months of the year, the alphabet, and numbers. My son will say, “I’ll give three reasons to buy that thing, Mom. One—you like it, three—it is not expensive, and two—it’s pretty.” In preschool, he, like many dyslexics, could not tell you what letter went after A. • Trouble recognizing letters in words or even in their names. As children are first being exposed to the alphabet in any formal way in preschool, it’s all new to them, but most will recognize the letters in their names by age 4 and possibly other letters as well. A dyslexic may only know the letters in his or her name or none at all. • Handwriting is new to children in this young age, but the way they hold their pencil may indicate dyslexia or another disability. One researcher noted a young dyslexic held a pencil like an ice pick. My son gripped all pencils at the very tip in order to control it better, but he could not write well because his fingers got in the way.

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food | HOME COOKING

Flavors of Fall

As soon as the weather dips below 95 degrees in the 85086, I pull out my soup pot. Soups are so wonderfully warming to the body and soul. They’re also the perfect dinner for busy families. I always make soup for the days when I know we’ll be out late with kids’ activities. My personal favorite type of soup to make is chili because it’s full of different textures and bold flavors. As a dietitian, I love how many vegetables my kids eat when I serve chili! I am super-proud of this recipe—it’s gluten free, vegan (except for the yogurt topping, which you can omit), and it contains six superfoods (sweet potato, quinoa, black beans, kale, avocado, and tomato). I describe superfoods as high nutritional comestibles that give you a lot of nutrition for your bite. I try to include two superfoods per meal in my family’s diet. Let’s take a closer look at the superfoods in my chili.

Local Kelli Morgan serves up nutritional chili and healthy oatmeal-pumpkin chocolate chip cookies. Photos by Adam Triplett

Sweet potatoes One cup has over 400 percent of our daily vitamin A requirements. Quinoa Contains higher levels of the phytonutrients quercetin and kaempferol than do berries. It’s also a complete protein source. Black beans Contains high levels of folate, fiber, protein, and iron. Kale Not only is kale important for daily detoxing but it’s also high in vitamins K, A, C, and fiber. Avocado Contains high levels of fiber, vitamin K, folate, and essential fatty acids. Tomato Excellent source of lycopene, which helps lower cholesterol and triglycerides.

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Last autumn, I created a cookie masterpiece: an oatmeal-pumpkin chocolate chip cookie. The cookies were an instant hit! Or so I was told, because every batch was devoured before I could eat one! These cookies were so popular that many of my friends and family brought them to holiday events, and my husband’s colleagues went out of their way to ask for the cookies by name. A few friends reported the whole batch was gone before dinner even started (yes, they are that good!). I decided to tweak the recipe to make them healthy, so we can all indulge without guilt! In fact, this recipe is gluten, vegan, and nut free.

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Topping: 8 oz. plain Greek yogurt 1 Tbs. chipotle Cholula hot sauce (this ingredient really takes this dish to the next level!) 1 avocado, diced Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot. Add the onion, sweet potatoes, carrots, and garlic. Sauté for 6–8 minutes or until tender. Add the cumin and chili powder. Sauté for one minute more. Add the water, beans, and tomato sauce. Bring the water to a boil. Add the quinoa. Return to a boil. Place the lid on the pot and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 30 minutes. Stir in the chopped kale and simmer for another 10 minutes. While the soup simmers, prepare the chipotle topping by stirring together the chipotle Cholula and the Greek yogurt. To serve, pour the soup into four bowls. Top with the chipotle topping and chopped avocado!

Oatmeal-Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies ∑ cup coconut oil, at room temperature ∑ cup canned pumpkin ∑ cup brown sugar Ω cup raw sugar 1 cup of oats 1 cup of oat flour (you can buy oat flour at the store, or grind oatmeal into a flour in your blender) 1 flax egg: 1Tbs. flax mixed with 3 Tbs. warm water ∑ tsp. cinnamon ∑ tsp. salt Ω tsp. baking soda Ω tsp. vanilla ∑ cup white-chocolate chips ∑ cup milk-chocolate chips Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Begin by making your flax egg as described in the ingredients list. In a large bowl, mix together the coconut oil, pumpkin, and brown and raw sugar. Add your flaxseed mixture, cinnamon, salt, baking soda, and vanilla. Mix again. Add the oats and oat flour. Mix again. Stir in the chocolate chips. Place rounded tablespoon-size balls of dough about 2 inches apart on baking sheets lined with parchment paper or Silpat liners. Bake for 8–10 minutes or until the edges begin to brown.

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food | OUT & ABOUT

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David Jung crafts correctly prepared sushi.

As the owner of Ebisu Sushi & Grill, David Jung considers himself honored to provide correctly prepared sushi in a family-friendly casual setting. David was originally the manager when Ebisu opened in 2010; he eventually purchased the restaurant because of its convenient location and the great people who frequented it. Since buying the restaurant, David has introduced a variety of dishes that reflect his singular vision of creating a spot for both the daytime professional seeking a restaurant for a lunchtime meeting and the family looking for a cozy dining experience in their community, with outstanding customer service and a good value for the dining dollar. The bento box, which starts at just $8, is a favorite among locals. It includes chef ’s choice sushi, tempura, veggies, gyoza, and shrimp plus miso soup and a salad. On the cocktail side of the menu, sake bombers are a perennial favorite, although specialty shooters like the quail-egg shooter and the urchin shooter are quickly becoming popular thanks to their unique flavor combinations.

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better | HAIR

An Invitation to Be Inspired Hair care professional Martin Weston finds color inspiration in unlikely places. Where has the year gone? I swear, the older I get, the faster life passes me by. It seems like only yesterday that I was clinking champagne glasses while celebrating a new year. Now, suddenly, a new holiday season has snuck up on us—again! That means family gatherings, gifts to buy, parties to throw, and fetes to attend. With the hectic holiday quickly approaching, it’s time to slow down. And. Get. Inspired! On the first day of fall, I took a long walk in the desert. The cooler weather that morning set the mood as I looked for some seasonal inspiration for my color clients. Personally, I like to transi-

As a hairstylist, a salon educator, and an artist, local Martin Weston sees artistry everywhere. After working in the beauty industry for 30 years, he’s still passionate about creating amazing looks for his clients. He’s available by appointment at (623) 412-2421. 54 || 85086MAGAZINE.com || NOVEMBER 2013

tion my clients’ hair to match some aspect of each season. The colors of fall are bold and rich, and in some areas of Arizona, the change of seasons is dramatic, with gorgeous colors dominating the scenery. Meanwhile, in some other areas, the seasonal change is a bit subtler. Here’s a question for you: Between these two opposing fall spectrums—dramatic and subtle—where does your hair color personality lie? Are you demure or experimental? Classic or trendy? Understated and elegant or bold and exciting? Finding the most beautiful seasonal color inspiration can be found if you open your eyes. A client I’ve worked with over the past four years originally came to me as a referral from her neighbor. Sandy was very unhappy with how her hair had previously been cut and colored and was looking for a change. Noting her fair skin and bright eyes, I suggested that she would make a very believable redhead. After a few thoughtful moments, she took the leap, and she’s since transitioned her hair color with every season. Recently, Sandy came into the salon for her cut and color. After sitting down, she placed a large Teavana cup on my

counter and settled back in my chair. I noticed that under the salon lights, her dark tea was actually a vibrant plum/ berry red with a slight orange tone. Emboldened, I held her glass to the light and showed it to her. “This is your new fall color!” I said. “You want my hair to be the same color as my tea?” she asked. “Yes I do!” I smiled back. The result? A knockout red that mimics the dramatic tones of the fall season. Fearlessly bold hues of berry and copper punctuated with wisps of golden highlights! Now, what about you? Are you ready to take a leap into fall with a dazzling color change but are afraid of turning brassy? If so, have your stylist vamp up your summer blonde by adding a bit of blue to your formula, or deepen your brown with a drop or two of violet. Step into the brisk chill of fall with some cool lowlights or even a subtly strategic placement of black. As you face your upcoming holidays, remember to take time for yourself. Slow down, open your eyes, take a leap, and find your inspiration. There’s a vast array of stunning possibilities found in unexpected places—even in a glass of tea.

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“You want my hair to be the same color as my tea?” she asked. “Yes I do!” I smiled back. The result? A knockout red that mimics the dramatic tones of the fall season.

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better | HEALTH

The Power of Your Mindset

Local Michelle Steinke explains why looking inward is the first step in becoming truly fit. I’m a 40-year-old widowed mother of two amazing kids. My life is extremely busy with two young children, being the CEO of a thriving business, and founding a private foundation. Life gets pretty crazy on most days, but regardless of what life is throwing my way, I always make the time to exercise and take care of myself. The gym is my personal me time—it’s a way to destress, unwind, and prioritize. Coming to this place in my journey was not always easy, and it certainly did not happen overnight. I wish I had all the same insight into life and fitness 10 years ago that I have today. I spent the better part of 40 years seeing my fitness as a chore that had to be performed in order for me to look a certain way. I paid little to no attention to how I felt, and I cared even less how healthy I actually was inside. Through some misguided belief, I saw exercise as punishment for the crappy food I was eating and the crappy food as a reward for working out so hard. Talk about your vicious circles… .

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Michelle is the founder and CEO of 1FW Training and the future One Fit Widow Foundation. After losing her husband in 2009, Michelle found a new love for fitness as a grief-coping mechanism. Learn more about her at 1fwtraining.com.

So, here is a little secret that I wish someone had clued me into 25 years ago. Exercise is not a punishment for bad food. Exercise is a reward for being alive. Exercise is a privilege for those healthy enough to still partake. Exercise and, ultimately, fitness are powerful tools you can harness and utilize to shape and steer your life. Changing the way you look at exercise will have a profound effect on how successful you are at making it a daily part of your life. I had to stop believing the lie that I could actually outwork my processed-food, sugarfilled, and fast-food diet with one hour a day at the gym. I had to realize my food choices were the deciding factor for my success, not simply in regard to my looks but more importantly for my health. Once I took the pressure off the exercise to be the end-all and be-all of my success, the success came more easily. Exercise became fun, and I began to love the

power I now had over my own journey. When you change the way you look at fitness, you realize that sculpting your body in the gym is much more fun than trying to burn off last night’s dinner. The concept of “I ate 1,000 calories, so I have to burn 1,000 calories” is the norm, but this is terribly misguided. Think of the kitchen as the place you get rid of fat and the gym as the place you sculpt your personal masterpiece. Suddenly, your gym (or training) time becomes so much more! Now, it is more about your soul and less about your outward appearance. Suddenly, training empowers you and enlightens you in new ways. For the better part of 36 years, I saw exercise as a chore instead of understanding that my health and fitness are gifts entrusted to me to care for and nourish. Changing my mindset allowed me to change my body and my life for good!

5 Keys to changing your exercise mindset 1. Exercise is a reward, not a punishment. 2. Remember, food makes or breaks your fitness success, so don’t try to outwork your bad diet in the gym. Change your food, and watch it all come together! 3. Remember, little eyes are watching. Kids learn by what we do, not what we say. Show your kids that health is a priority, and lead by example. 4. Remember your blessings. Being healthy enough to exercise is a gift not to be taken lightly. 5. Remember, you are the CEO of your own life and health. Think of exercise as an important meeting you have daily with YOU. Bosses don’t cancel important meetings.

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better | BEAUTY

Become a Beauty Rock Star

Local beauty expert Jacqueline Starr-Hubert offers makeup-buying tips. Let’s face it, not all of us are born with natural beauty. Fortunately, there’s help—lots of it. The challenge is sifting through the mega-tons of marketing and finding what’s right for you. Total sales in the beauty industry have reached $426 billion. The cosmetic industry represents 15 percent and includes everything from lipstick to polish. Makeup has proven to be recession-proof over and over again and continues to be the number-one impulse buy. Beauty tips fill the pages of major fashion magazines as well as YouTube videos, and yet we still feel we are missing that perfect shade of lipstick. Getting through your favorite department can prove to be nearly impossible without stopping to browse and ultimately making a purchase. Keep it simple! Here are a few basic tips that must be considered.

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The best makeup in the world can’t make up for neglected skin. Without moisturizing the skin daily, it will be difficult to keep it looking its very best. Using a moisturizer also helps to ward off fine lines and wrinkles Solution: Skin Medica’s Rejuvenating Moisturizer, $55 for a three-month supply Tweeze and shape your brows. Brows that are drawn on, pencil thin, overly sparse, strongly arched, or too heavy or thick can make you look older than you really are. A professional can assist you in shaping them, but be sure to have a thorough consultation. Extra tip: If your brows are actually sparse and lacking, try my favorite brow tip: Use the primer end (white end) of the double-

The Proper Way To Clean Makeup Brushes—So They Last! Apply a small amount of baby shampoo and water to your brush. Thoroughly rinse the brush under running water. Repeat step one if needed. With a clean towel, squeeze the brush head to remove as much water as possible. All brushes must air-dry completely. A rolled hand towel is the perfect drying station. Simply balance each brush on top of the roll so that the brush head is pointing down but not touching the towel. Never store a wet brush upright in a standing position. This will break down the glue holding the hairs in place, ultimately shortening the life of your brush. Cleaning your brushes should be performed every few weeks.

ended mascara from L’Oreal Double Extend mascara. Simply apply the primer to your lashes and allow it to dry before applying your favorite brow gel. The primer will thicken the thinnest brow even if it’s peach fuzz, and once the gel is applied, presto— thicker brows!

Blending your makeup will offer a professional quality to your look. The right tools make this much easier to do. It’s well worth it to invest in a quality set of brushes. Buy quality, maintain them by cleaning and horizontally drying them after each use, and they’ll last you for years.

Select your eye shadow and eyeliner based on your eye color. You’re not limited to this theory alone, but keeping focus on yourself and not your clothes always work out to be more flattering. Let’s break it down: Solution: Green/Hazel Eyes—plum, deep browns, and golden hues

Don’t forget, we live in the desert and this climate is damaging to our skin. Never forget your sunblock, and always use a minimum SPF of 30. With so many products on the market, it’s little wonder that women get overwhelmed and do the same thing over and over through the years. All women can learn how to apply makeup correctly. It does take practice and a lot of experimenting. Finding a professional to help guide you always works best. Remember, what looks great on your sister or best friend may not look good on you. While it’s true that make up is designed to cover flaws and enhance beauty, it’s important to address your skin’s needs and consider quality skin care. We can explore other valuable tips in articles to come. Keep it simple, and have fun!

Blue Eyes––smoky charcoal, chocolate, and berry-bright tones Brown Eyes––soft pink, neutral beige, and shades of bronze Extra Tip: All eye shadow can easily be converted into liquid eyeliner with a good brush and water.

Jacqueline Starr-Hubert, ME, CMLT, has been an Anthem resident since 2001. A medical esthetician/laser technician, and makeup artist, she’s also the director of Scottsdale Ridge Medispa. NOVEMBER 2013

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A Good Night’s Rest Local Tara Storjohann talks about dealing with insomnia. There’s nothing more frustrating than waking up feeling tired and yawning all day, especially if you feel as if you’ve provided yourself with enough of the precious time you needed to rest. Lack of sleep can creep into every aspect of our daily living and affect our bodies in many damaging ways. It may surprise you that although it’s generally recommended for adults to get at least eight hours of sleep a night, “adequate sleep” can vary from one person to another, and it is common to require less and less sleep as we age. My husband, for example, can function quite well on six or seven hours of sleep. I’m just the opposite—I prefer nine hours, but if I don’t get at least

eight, I am no picnic to be around. Insomnia may be your adversary if you have difficulty falling asleep, maintaining sleep, or having a refreshing sleep despite having an adequate opportunity to sleep (see Table 1). Given that we know the havoc insomnia can wreak in our lives, it’s important for us to be aware of ways to begin to develop habits to improve the quantity and quality of our sleep. Short-term insomnia is one form of insomnia that’s defined as lasting three months or less and is usually caused by stressors. Examples of potential stressors

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include changes in environment, loss of a loved one, divorce, job loss, recent illness, or caffeine/alcohol withdrawal. This type of insomnia usually resolves when the stressor resolves. There are several strategies to treat insomnia naturally before resorting to chemical therapy (see Table 2). Some of the strategies are manageable, while others, like dealing with concerns or worries before bedtime, may not seem realistic if you are a Type-A personality like me. One approach to try to help reduce anxiety is to make a list of things to work on for the next day. Another important tactic is to avoid alcohol just before bedtime. Many don’t realize that although alcohol initially induces drowsiness, it often interferes with sleep later in the night. When used regularly over time, alcohol dependence can follow and insomnia can worsen. For these and other reasons, it’s best to avoid alcohol at bedtime. There are several other methods to help reduce sleepless nights, but one to highlight is “stimulus control.” This therapy is based on the idea of learning to associate the bedroom with sleep only. For instance, it is recommended that you should not spend more than 20 minutes lying in bed trying to fall asleep. If you can’t fall asleep within 20 minutes, you should avoid resorting to stimulating activities like watching TV or Table 1: Signs of Insomnia Difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep Variable sleep quality, such as several nights of poor-quality sleep followed by a night of better sleep. Daytime fatigue or sleepiness Forgetfulness Poor concentration Irritability Anxiety Depression Reduced motivation or energy Increased errors or accidents Ongoing worry about sleep Up To date: Patient Information: Insomnia (Accessed 9/25/13)

Tara has resided in Anthem for over 11 years and is a wife, a mom, a pharmacist, and an assistant professor in the College of Pharmacy at Midwestern University in Glendale. She is a health advocate and is passionate about helping others achieve their wellness goals. catching up on Facebook gossip. Instead, get up and go to another room and find a relaxing activity to do (e.g., reading) until you feel sleepy again. Once you are sleepy, return to bed and repeat the process if necessary. Other suggestions include avoiding daytime naps and setting an alarm clock to awaken at the same time each day, including the weekends. The bottom line is this: You don’t have to put up with sleepless nights. Simple changes in your daily habits can help assist you in conquering this frustrating problem. Table 2: Top 10 Rules for a Good Night’s Sleep Sleep only as much as you need to feel rested, and then get out of bed Keep a regular sleep schedule Avoid forcing sleep Exercise regularly for at least 20 minutes, preferably four to five hours before bedtime Avoid caffeinated beverages after lunch Avoid alcohol near bedtime—no nightcaps! Avoid smoking, especially in the evening Don’t go to bed hungry Adjust bedroom environment Deal with your worries before bedtime Up To Date: Patient Information: Insomnia Treatments (Accessed 9/25/13)

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