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Ripple Effect

The Regional Performing Arts Center will create an economic boost for its surrounding areas

By Kevin Kane Current in Carmel The under-construction Regional Performing Arts Center may be located in downtown Carmel, but the ripples of the facility’s economic impact will be felt all over the city. When the complex opens in early 2011, it will feature three state-of-the-art performance spaces, including a 1,600-seat concert hall, 500-seat proscenium theater and 200-seat studio theater. It is expected to be the premiere acoustical venue in the state, if not the Midwest. Mayor Jim Brainard said there currently is nothing comparable in this area and said the unique venue will draw visitors living hours away. “We’re going to bring thousands of people to the center of Carmel every week,” Brainard said. “That’s going to make a huge difference for our city.” Brainard said the RPAC is a key component in Carmel’s decade-old City Center project. Not only will it generate revenue from travelers in the area, but he said it has already brought in hundreds of millions of dollars in private sector capital. It will also serve as a selling tool for the city to attract new businesses, as having such a unique facility nearby could give Carmel an advantage over competing cities. “This is going to create an amenity that will allow Carmel to compete for professional jobs that we couldn’t compete for before,” Brainard said. “We can say to those companies that we have a nice quality of life here in Carmel.” Willem Brans, vice president of Arts Consulting Group in New York, is currently researching the economic impact of performing arts venues across the world and has been directly involved with more than a dozen such facilities worldwide, including the RPAC. Brans said he has seen numerous examples of concert halls and theaters raising property values and, in some cases, drastically improving the surrounding area. The Schermerhorn Symphony Center in Nashville, Tenn., Brans said, is one such example. Brans said the area was “derelict” before the Schermerhorn was built, but not long after the 1,800-seat concert hall opened in 2006, he said the area quickly began to improve including the construction of office and residential towers. “Those projects definitely, and I mean for a fact, would not have been built without (the Schermerhorn),” he said. “Economic development is not the first reason why anyone should build an arts facility ... but it certainly is always a byproduct.” Brans said the quality of the RPAC will assure it has a similar impact on Carmel. Brans has more than 20 years of experience with large-scale arts venues and said both the design and “key players” in the RPAC project are among the best in the industry. He said truly unique facilities are able to draw large crowds, including the Disney Concert Hall, which Brans said is the top tourist attraction in all of Los Angeles. The RPAC, he said, will only be matched by facilities in major cities, primarily on the coasts, and as the Center’s reputation grows, more people will want to live and work in Carmel. “It takes a while for that to happen, but it does happen,” Brans said. “It’s very clear.”

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The Regional Performing Arts Center cost $150 million to build and is scheduled to be completed in November 2010 with grand opening ceremonies occurring one year form now. Executive Director Stephen Libman said operating costs for the facility will be around $3 million.

Sizing up the competition The Regional Performing Arts Center is said to be the premiere acoustical venue in perhaps the entire Midwest, rivaled only by facilities in major cities. Here are two examples of competing venues in the region.

Benjamin and Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center

Location: Dayton, Ohio Details: The Schuster Performing Arts Center is home to the Dayton Opera and Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra. This venue seats 2,300 guests in the concert hall and 150 in its Mathile Black Box Theatre. Between these two venues, the Schuster presents a variety of national and local performances.

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Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center

Location: St. Louis, Mo Details: The Touhill Performing Arts Center, located on the campus of the University of Missouri-St. Louis, is made up of the Anheuser-Busch Performance Hall and the E. Desmond and Mary Ann Lee Theater. The performance hall seats up to 1,625 and the theater seats 300.

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It is our position that all too often entrepreneurs, financial advisors, and fund managers seem determined that their corporate retirement plan is serving time in a Federal penitentiary. Local entrepreneur Tim Durham, investor Dave Knall, and many others have come under investigation for what could be, at best, described as poorly managing the millions of dollars of other people’s money within their control. While charlatans may be the master of bull, we are hesitant to give a complete pass to those of us who relied too heavily on big promises, flashy cars and government regulators to make our investment decisions. Greed from both the investor and the crook is troubling (Madoff, HealthSouth, Enron), but regulators must not interfere so greatly that commerce is irreversibly damaged. Each of us must be vigilant in our investment decisions. Talk to family and friends (especially the elderly or uninformed) about their investments. Without regard to the devastation caused, there are scores out there willing to con folks out of their hardearned dollars. Remember, if it seems too good to be true, it probably is If we all look out for one another, we can mitigate the financial devastation of individuals and families in our community.

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It is our position that we citizens of Carmel must get involved in the debate about the ultimate location for the development of a Recreational Sports Complex under consideration by the city of Westfield. The original proposed location, 146th Street and Towne Road, would provide an ease of accessibility to surrounding communities at the vital population crossroads between Westfield, Carmel and Zionsville. Another site under consideration would place the center to the west of the S.R. 32 and Meridian Street/U.S. 31 intersection. As an anchor on the west side of Westfield, the complex would be situated among many existing civic buildings and could propel the growth of Westfield’s downtown area, but would move the complex just beyond expedient access to many in our fine berg. Even as Westfield strives to become the “Family Sports Capital of America,” we in Carmel must reexamine our own community building efforts. And we, while taking full advantage of the amenities provided, must continue to invest in homegrown assets. So we should all participate in guiding this decision. Reach out to your elected official (or write your local paper) and share your view.

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Every week, we will print a portion of the U.S. Constitution, followed by a portion of the Indiana Constitution. We encourage you to benchmark government policies against these bedrock documents. Today: the U.S. Constitution.. Section 10. No state shall enter into any treaty, alliance, or confederation; grant letters of marque and reprisal; coin money; emit bills of credit; make anything but gold and silver coin a tender in payment of debts; pass any bill of attainder, ex post facto law, or law impairing the obligation of contracts, or grant any title of nobility. No state shall, without the consent of the Congress, lay any imposts

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Breaking all the rules COMMENTARY By Terry Anker To a child, adults seem to get by with breaking all of the rules. We get to stay up late, eat whatever we want, and play with our toys as loud as we’d like. It kind of makes sense. From the perspective of those with very limited freedoms, the liberties that American adults exercise are pretty cool. To be sure, we are not as unencumbered as we’d perhaps like to be – the rules of aging and paying taxes don’t allow for much flexibility even for adults. But after we learn basic proficiency, society seems to let us take a pass at following all but the most fundamental standards. At some point in our lives didn’t we all learn what to wear to a funeral or wedding? Yet many revel in specifically proving that the expectations of good taste don’t apply to them. Text messaging, email and even telephone communication have substituted short-hand for clarity. And diet pills and low calorie soda attempt to cir-

cumvent exercise and reduced intake as the solution to an expanding waistline. Yet isn’t breaking rules – or at least learning and applying the ability to discern between necessary laws and simple provincialities – key to exploring innovation? To some, newspapers like this one don’t follow the rules. In fact, this column doesn’t adhere to the many standards applied to more formal or business writing (or thinking). How do we know which privileges are inure to the benefit of all who have reached the age of majority and which rules are never to be broken? Or do we ultimately each write our own rulebook and live by it as we please? Terry Anker is an associate editor of Current Publishing, LLC. You may e-mail him at terry@ currentincarmell.com.

Readers' views Opinions mixed on Danielle Wilson’s recent columns Editor: Darn! After reading Barry Fairfax’s views (“Wilson not a representation of family life in Carmel,” Jan. 5), I am so sorry I missed Danielle’s Christmas column (“The perfect remedy to holiday stress,” Dec. 22). I can’t tell you how many copies of her articles I have sent to my daughter in Florida. Danielle is constantly lamenting the same attitudes my

daughter has expressed to me about so many topics. I enjoy Danielle’s frustrations and representations of her life. I particularly enjoy the way it often represents feelings I have not been able to express. Go Danielle! I will read your articles, and I would love a book as well. Pat Gross Carmel

Editor: I am not e-mailing Danielle Wilson, because she obviously enjoys hate mail, as her Jan. 5 column (“Three years of hate mail revisited”) indicated. Great, now all she will contemplate for 2010 is something to write in order to generate hate mail? Oh wait, I used the word “contemplate.” She is a good example of her age bracket

– the first to react with “but its not about me!” in her thought processes. Oh wait, I said thought processes – and she is raising kids to “think” (react) the same way. Lord help us. I will now toss your magazine in the recycle bin before it reaches my kitchen table. Too bad, because I really like the other contributors. Ramona Duncan-Huse Carmel

Editor: I too have been skipping over Danielle Wilson’s weekly diatribe for a long time. As I read and hear the objections of others about her article, I am curious why Current tolerates her style of bullying disguised as humor. The level and

quality of the various articles in Current continues to inspire and interest me, but her contributions actually deteriorate the value of Current. I would rather see a word search in her space. Barb Dorn Carmel

From the backshop Anyone else fed up with the Fed? The Federal Reserve last week, in something of an act of desperation, asked a U.S. Court of appeals to reverse a lower-court ruling that once and for all hopefully would give us a clear, wide-open view of where and how trillions of dollars of the public’s money has been spent. The decision stemmed from a lawsuit filed by one of our favorite financial sources, Bloomberg.com. Its newspaper sued the Fed late last year because top officials there refused to release the names of the banks to which it gave money and, more importantly, how the officials made the decisions. The Fed gave the Bronx salute to the court, still refusing to tell how and where our tax money is spent. Fed chair Ben Bernanke is digging in his heels in fighting the attempt at transparency. His reward? Oh, only his re-nomination by President Barack Obama. It’s just a rubber stamp away. Change? Yep. More dollars than sense. ••• Our president recently announced new fees on “high-risk” transactions carried out by big banks. We believe placing fees on “risk-oriented transactions” makes no sense, but if this administration is going to do it, then let’s apply it

Brian Kelly & Steve Greenberg fairly. Therefore, transactions involving TARP, Social Security, GM and Chrysler, for example, certainly qualify as “high risk.” So where are those fees? We actually want to praise Obama for a little known fact we recently came across. According to a recent Associated Press story, nearly 40 percent of top government positions remain vacant one year after Obama took office. Imagine how much money we’ve saved and the many bad policy decisions that haven’t been made. Thank you, Mr. President; given the potentially large pool of folks that don’t pay their taxes, it must have been tough for you to resist filling these positions.

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DISPATCHES » Upcoming auditions – Actors Theatre of Indiana is holding general auditions for its 2010 season. This is open to union and non-union performers. Auditions are Jan. 24 from 1-5 p.m. and Jan 25 from 5-9 p.m. By appointment only at the Carmel Community Playhouse. Visit www.actorstheatreofindiana.org or call 317-669-7983 for details.

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» CCP receives two grants in one week - Just days after the city of Carmel approved a $5,000 grant from the 2009 Support the Arts Fund, Carmel Community Players received word from the Arts Council of Indianapolis today that it was awarded another $5,000 grant from the Indianapolis Cultural Development Commission. » Dhana appointed to Human Rights Commission Mayor Brainard has appointed Dan Dhana to the Mayor’s Advisory Commission on Human Rights. The Commission, formed by executive order in November, serves in an advisory capacity and will bring to the Mayor’s attention ways to improve or change any city policy or procedure so that all people feel welcome.

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» Guild Coffee at CCPL - The Guild assists the library foundation in planning and hosting the annual Guilded Leaf Book & Author Luncheon. Join us on Jan. 20 from 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. in the Library Program Room to learn more about the Guild, meet current members and find out what volunteer opportunities are available. Call 317-814-3905 for more information.

Bravo modern medicine! Pills are awesome Commentary By Danielle Wilson This morning, I was digging through our medicine bucket looking for some antibiotic eye drops. (It figures that on the first day back to school one of my kids may have pink eye.) The redness and itching could also be due to an allergic reaction to the kitty Santa brought (look for an article on that fun experience coming soon), but I hedged my bets with some prescription meds (not even expired!) and sent him on his way. It was a looonnngggg winter break. As I was sifting through the veritable cornucopia of pharmaceuticals, it occurred to me that I have some amazing legal drugs at my disposal. Headache? Not a problem. Two Excedrins, and I’m better in 20 minutes. Heartburn? No biggie. A couple Pepcid, and I’m ready for another chili dog. Poison ivy? Holla! One course of Orapred, and I’m itch-free! But these are merely the tip of the iceberg. Immodium, Advil, Chantix … I’m simply fascinated that people have found a way to harness potent chemicals, condense them into candycolored nuggets, and alleviate most of my annoying ills. For instance, I have hypothyroid disease. There’s no cure for it, and if left untreated, my organs would eventually fail, and I would die a miserable death. But because of modern medicine, I’m able to manage my symptoms with a tiny blue pill every day and will probably live until I’m 97. Imagine that! One little pill keeps my thyroid gland functioning normally and allows me to carry on with my insane, often cheeky, life. And think about the magic of narcotic painkillers. I was literally cut in half a couple summers ago, and yet I felt very little pain afterwards. Why? Because I was doped up on Percocet and Vicodin. (Why yes, I do have a few of those

babies left over, and no, I will never dispose of them. Ever. What if I stub my toe?) In addition to our cache of happy pills, we also have several different boxes of cold remedies. Dayquil, Benadryl, Sudafed. How would I survive winter without these beauties? Or let’s say you’re overly anxious, but really need a good night’s sleep because the next morning is Christmas and you have a sneaking suspicion Santa might just bring your kids a cat. Down a few Nyquil, and you’re good to go. Easy breathing and out like a light. Speaking of sleeping meds, how about that Ambien? I also got to swallow a few of those on my plastic surgery journey. Unlike Unisom, which leaves me feeling hung to the moon, I can take Ambien and wake up six hours later feeling fairly refreshed, even if I’m sitting upright on a cramped 727 to Amsterdam’s Schipol with a smelly fat man blocking the aisle. Brilliant, I say! The point is, pills are AWE-some! They travel well, hidden in purse compartments or jean pockets, and they don’t compete with your moisturizing shampoo for the last coveted spot in the ridiculously-small quart-size Ziploc that you get to carry on. Most importantly, pills can make us feel a whole lot better, fairly quickly and often cheaply. I’m not advocating addiction; I’m just saying modern science deserves a standing ovation. Bravo pharmacological marvels! Peace out. And it was pink eye!

Danielle Wilson is a Carmel resident and contributing columnist. You may e-mail her at danielle@currentincarmel.com.

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Local All-Pro Dad chapter seeks sponsor By Brandie Bohney Current in Carmel Patrick Rider’s wife nudged him into involvement with the All-Pro Dad program without even realizing it. She signed him up for a daily e-mail for dads, and that daily e-mail encouraged Rider to start an All-Pro Dad chapter at Orchard Park Elementary School. The group, much like the workshops offered through NFL liaisons, encourages strong relationships between fathers and their children. The meetings are held before school, during a time where most fathers are more available, and Rider notes that the Rider organization has been very helpful as he’s developed the local chapter. “They help you all the way through,” he said. “They have (tools) to guide you.” Rider also notes that Orchard Park Principal Tim Phares’s efforts and out-of-the-box thinking have enabled the program to meet at the school, which is a rarity in the area. “There are several chapters in the Hamilton County area, but few that are held at the school,” Rider said. “Mr. Phares has gone out of his way to make this happen.”

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The meetings generally run in the same fashion, Rider said. Each starts with a short video on the importance of the father-child relationship, followed by a workshop to help further build that relationship. “It’s not earth-shattering by any means,” Rider said. “But more than anything, it’s the kids seeing their dads come to breakfast with them and spending some time and one-on-one conversation with them.” The chapter is continuously growing, which has actually created an issue for Rider. He’s been paying for each month’s breakfast from his own pocket. The meetings and breakfasts are free to all the members, but as the group grows, the burden on Rider has, as well. Rider hopes that one or more businesses in the Carmel area will step up to sponsor the breakfasts for the chapter. “Most of the kids who might really need to be there might not come if their parents wouldn’t have enough money to buy them breakfast,” he said. “We just don’t want that to happen.”

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Concerts to benefit Guatemala trip By Brandie Bohney Current in Carmel International adoption is no new story, nor is the concept of mission trips. But the combination of the two in the manner in which Brandon and Michelle Tiek of Carmel are doing so is novel. The Tieks adopted a son from Guatemala several years ago and in the process met several other area families adopting from the same country through Families Through International Adoption (www.ftia.org). The group – 15 families in all, mostly from the northern Indianapolis suburbs – have developed a playgroup-type of social connection, getting together weekly as their children grow. Most of the families have adopted more than one child from Guatemala, and although the country is no longer offering international adoptions as it tries to revamp its adoption system and policies, the group is still actively involved in mission work with an orphanage outside of Guatemala City, Casa Bernabe (www. foce.org). This summer, the Tieks and approximately 18 others will travel to Casa Bernabe to help in any way they can for several days. Brandon Tiek, who owns a dental practice in Clay Terrace in Carmel, will be doing dental work while at the orphanage.

More information Check out the team’s blog: www. teammommyadopt.blogspot.com Contact Michelle Tiek directly: michelle@ michelletiekphotography.com For more information about Brandon Tiek’s music, visit www.brandontiek. wordpress.com Make a donation, either at the concert or directly to “Team Mommy,” mailed to 13284 Bellshire Lane, Westfield, IN 46074 (attn: Michelle Tiek). Make a donation directly to Casa Bernabe via its Web site: www.foce.org.

Michelle explains, “The rest of us will be helping out with the children, doing maintenance on the property, cooking meals, and so on. We are open and willing to help out however we can be used.” In order to defray the cost of the trip and provide additional necessities for Casa Bernabe, the group is hosting two Christian music concerts in January. The first is Jan. 29 at Crossroads Community Curch in Kokomo, and the second is the following evening, Jan. 30, at Fishers United Methodist Church (9690 E. 116th St.) at 7 p.m. Featured artists will be Higher Ground, Brandon Tiek and 3rd Row Boys.

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Create, Connect and Commit Ask Event. Creating opportunities, Connecting individuals with the community, and Committing to making a difference in the lives of those with disabilities. Please, consider being a table captain for this event. Table captain responsibilities would include inviting a table of 9 to a free breakfast. The event will be from 7:30-8:30am at the Fountains in Carmel. Your guests will learn about the efforts of Janus Developmental Services, Inc. and the growing needs of the organization as well as life changing stories from individuals living with disabilities. We greatly appreciate your consideration and look forward to hearing from you. For more information regarding the Create, Connect, Commit event or information about becoming a table captain please contact Teresa Steege, Vice President of Operations 317-773-8781 ext. 120 or teresa@janus-inc.org.

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U.S. 31 construction back on schedule Brainard: Taking over the project still an option By Kevin Kane Current in Carmel During the U.S. 31 Coalition’s annual legislative day, Gov. Mitch Daniels and INDOT affirmed that the U.S. 31 reconstruction project will be fully funded and completed on schedule. Last week, Current in Carmel reported that Mayor Jim Brainard and Westfield Mayor Andy Cook said they were both told during separate meetings with INDOT officials that significant portions of the project’s construction would be moved to 2017, two years after the Major Moves funding is scheduled to end. INDOT spokesman Will Wingfield said some construction was tentatively scheduled for 2017 but stressed that nothing was definitive. On Jan. 12, though, both Brainard and Cook said they were assured the project will be completed in full and on the original timeline. “I’m encouraged with the fact that this project is back on schedule,” Brainard said. While he said that INDOT’s decision to remain on the original schedule is good news, Brainard said collaborating with Westfield to take over the project is still an option, as this was already done with construction on Keystone Avenue. “Right now, it will still take seven years to finish this project,” Brainard said. “If Carmel

William K. Nasser, mD, DiNiNG a la HearT 19TH aNNual FuNDraiser Brainard and Westfield did this, it could be done in three.” In addition to the benefit of completing construction in less than half the time, Brainard said a project run by Carmel and Westfield could save a significant amount of money. “There’s a huge sale on road construction right now,” Brainard said. “Bids are coming in at 25 percent less than usual, so the faster we can get this done the more money we can save.” Prior to Tuesday’s announcement, Cook said he’d heard informal discussions about taking over the project. At that time, he said he considered that option an “impossible feat” but added that Westfield would be willing to participate.

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Local clinic exhibits compassion, kindness, prepares for fundraiser COMMENTARY By jeff Worrell Lisa (name changed to protect her privacy) and her two young boys arrived at the front door of the Trinity Free Clinic. Son No. 1 had a fever and a persistent cough that was getting worse. Lisa, a single mother with a job but no health insurance, turned to the local health safety net our society relies on the faith community to provide. Located on 146th Street on the campus of Our Lady Of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church, Trinity Free Clinic and the volunteer doctors, nurses, technicians and office staff successfully, compassionately and lovingly treated Lisa’s son. The medical personnel at Trinity Free Clinic do so without compensation. Many supplies and medications are donated. However, to keep the doors of the clinic swinging wide open each year, those who care must raise $643,000. Since the clinic opened in 2000, more than 12,000 patients have been helped. Enter Laura Moehling. She cares about Lisa, her two sons and the more than 300 patients each month who seek answers, diagnosis and relief from the little house turned convent turned modern medical clinic. Laura Moehling is the driving force behind this year’s primary fundraiser appropriately, the “Tailgate for Care.” Emcee Dick Wolfsie is set to kickoff Tailgate for Care Feb. 5 at the Ritz Charles – an NFL-

themed party, obviously and strategically planned to capitalize on the hype surrounding Super Bowl weekend. The event will not only feature the wit and humor of fellow a fellow Current columnist, but for just $25, a fabulous buffet dinner will be served, and each guest can participate in NFL team competitions. An evening packed this full of fun and entertainment does not happen without some major talent coordinating behind the scenes. Working with Laura are Jessica Callahan, Anne Reed, Keith Ingram, Carol Kourany, Greg Hood, Theresa Hood, Melissa Hennessee, Shelley Rapp, Elaine Murphy and Jean Boschee. Executive Director Maggie Charnoski and Volunteer Coordinator Barb Hittle are there supporting the volunteers and making sure the evening will be a complete success. Lisa’s son is fine now, as the doctor was able to arrest the cough she thought would never go away. Son is back to school and mom is back to work. She vows to remember the kindness shown to her at the Trinity Free Clinic and pass it on. Maybe you could too. Jeff Worrell is a local business owner. He recognizes volunteers on “Connecting with Carmel” on cable channel 16. Contact him at jworrell@advantagemedical.com

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Field of Dreams philosophy doesn’t seem to be working COMMENTARY By Jason “Hogjawz” Peek Ahh yes, the mayor, the mayor, the mayor! Even if I wanted to take a break from hearing about him, there is no way I could do that in my line of work. This article could cover the whole paper, so I’ll sum up what the patrons of the Main Street Barber Shop are saying...you know, the people who vote. Opinions are mixed. Some people said they love the fact that the town is growing but don’t understand why some of the buildings are half empty. Everybody loves the fact that their taxes are low, and have even gone down in some cases. But they wonder, with all the massive, expensive projects going on, how long it will be before the taxes go up. They are worried about the Regional Performing Arts Center and the Monon Center. They worry about the condos on Main St. with storefront windows that were supposed to be for up-and-coming artists but currently sit empty. They’re concerned about the cost of the lavish signs for the Arts & Design District, the Indiana Design Center that has one tenant and a new building being built for new business and apartments on Main St. when so many are 

already available. It all seems like the Field of Dreams philosophy, build it and they will come. Well that doesn’t seem to be happening. You have got to give a little love for the mayor’s vision, but it doesn’t seem this is a vision for the common family man. It seems it’s a vision from someone with a silver spoon that only can have the best of the best. Maybe things are a little too extravagant here in Carmel, but someone also made the point that if builders would have skimped on some of the worlds great buildings, they wouldn’t be great. I wish I ran a town where I could do what I thought was best, but I don’t think Carmel wouldn’t be ready for a Nascar track in place of the RPAC and mixed martial arts cage fights once a month on the Carmel High School football field. But I’m sure y’all will let me know, so I guess sit back and enjoy the ride or express your opinion on election day. Jason Peek is the owner of the Main Street Barber Shop. Want to tell him what you think? Stop in for a haircut or e-mail him at hogjawz@sbcglobal.net.

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» Repurposing your sweater – Most people know that an old knits can be taken apart and reknit into something new. Most people, however, do not know how to do it themselves. That’s where Haik Avanian’s Reknit Project comes in. In January, send a sweater and get a one-ofa-kind scarf in return. Each month, the projects change. Go to www.rekn.it for more details. - www.interiordesign.net

The light on dark rooms

Commentary By Vicki Earley Some beliefs are so strong that no amount of verbal explanation can pierce the shell. Sometimes only evidentiary illustration will do. This is true with light color versus deep color in a dark room that lacks sufficient natural lighting My biggest challenge when helping a client with color is convincing them that white or pale walls are not the solution to illuminating a room with limited lighting. “A light color will never come to life in a dark room, but a rich, deep color can make a dim, somber space feel warm and luminous – even though it receives no natural light,” says color specialist Donald Kaufman. In reality, it is the lighting that brings a room to life. A pale, washed-out color will not achieve true illumination. Painting a dark space with white or pale tones simply accentuates the unflattering shadows. Therefore, light tones and whites are used to their best advantage when the situation provides an abundance of natural light.

Since this flies in the face of what we assume to be true, consider the included photos of underground subway stations. Since both spaces are below ground, there is absolutely no natural light … The extreme of dark rooms! The first photo shows the underground hall painted with white walls, white ceiling and pale floors. If the belief that light colors illuminate were true, this space should be bright and alive. Instead, it shows a space that is gray and dull with unflattering shadows. The overall feel of this space is cold and lifeless The second picture is a subway station that rejected the common belief that light color equates to light space. This underground was painted in a deep-value red and, with the proper placement and amount of lighting, it radiates with energy and life! This illustrates clearly how illumination is the job of proper and adequate lighting artificial lighting sources Whites and pale colors are used best in situations where there is plenty of natural and arti-

ficial light to flood the space and erase the cold shadows. Modern decor often uses an all-white color palette successfully, because contemporary space will often feature floor-toceiling windows, which provide an abundance of natural light. Powder rooms and media rooms are often painted with rich colors, and because these rooms typically don’t have windows, one would turn the light on anyway. It is not unusual for a client to gravitate toward the warmth of these rooms without recognizing the underlying reason. Kaufman’s book on color illustrates countless situations in which the marriage of color and light is the foundation for a beautiful space. The description of a dark room painted in a deep spice color makes the reader dream of erasing all traces of builder beige on the walls. Vicky Earley is the principal designer for Artichoke Designs in downtown Carmel. If you have an interior design question, please contact artichokedesigns@aol.com.

Kaufman’s book on color illustrates countless situations in which the marriage of color and light is the foundation for a beautiful space.

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L A W By Alex Paredes It is easy to change your look with a new cut or some fresh highlights! Beth Law, a member of our New Talent Salon, would love to help you do just that! Beth brings color and new ideas to Salon01 and as a member of our New Talent team (haircuts start at $25 in our New Talent salon!). She has a desire to continue developing her coloring techniques and styling skills, which aids in her success as a New Talent stylist. Beth graduated from the Aveda Fredrics Institute in Cincinnati and shortly after that joined

Scale back your Scent

By: Christi Thompson

While this season’s accessories may seem bold and daring, and this time of year is perfect for adding a flash of color or some rich highlights to your hair, one thing that should remain subtle is your fragrance. Choosing a simple, natural scent such as amber, rose or lilac, is a smart step when searching for a subtle scent amongst the ornate aromas that can be found at the perfume counter. To achieve a perfect perfume balance, dab a tiny bit of your scent to your clavical, nape and

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Top Color Choices for Spring 2010

What colors are in for spring? According to womensfashion. suite101.com the following hues are hot for the upcoming season. Whether you are looking to spice up your existing wardrobe with some bold accessories, or step out in a new head-to-toe look, keep this color palette in mind when shopping for spring. • Turquoise — This delicate and feminine blue evokes memories of tropical beaches and cool clear waters. • Violet — The color of heather and spring blooms, violet, a cross between lavender and purple is a romantic, feminine gentle hue with uplifting properties. • Aurora —A deep, yet soft yellow with a slightly greenish

hue, Aurora, according to Pantone, represents the first glimpse of sunshine as it rises over the horizon. This is a more wearable yellow than brighter hues.

• Tomato Puree — This is the season’s boldest color in a classic, clean pinky red. This uplifting tone works really well with all neutrals or can be teamed with turquoise for a retro look. • Pink Champagne — a wispy combination of ivory and beige provides a subtle hint of warm color and provides a sophisticated blank canvas for almost any shade.

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Counting and measuring – a few simple rules number of ex-husbands you have. As is often the case, the errors generally only occur one way. For less and fewer, it’s less that suffers overuse and fewer that is met with general disdain (or possibly just ignorance of its existance). I think that people forget fewer exists, and that’s why so many grocery store signs read “15 items or less.” Deep breaths. Deep breaths. In the case of amount and number, it seems amount has the overuse problem, while number is overlooked. It is not unusual for me to hear news announcers say a large amount of people gathered to hear someone speak or the amount of crimes has gone up or own in the past year. In both cases, number is the required word. The bonus for the mistakes being one way is that you really only have to remember half of the rule to get it correct. After all, you’re not going to tell your sister to use fewer sugar in her cake or insist your husband clean up the number of oil he spilled in the garage. Brandie Bohney is a grammar enthusiast and former English teacher. If you have a grammarrelated question, please email her at bbthegrammarguru@gmail.com.

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COMMENTARY By Brandie Bohney One of my favorite columns was my first for Current: less versus fewer. Because it was more than a year ago, and because I get regular e-mails asking to cover that same topic again, I’m going to revisit it and add another dimension this week. The same rule that governs when to use less versus fewer also governs another similar word pair: amount and number. That rule is one of measuring versus counting. You see, some things are measured – sugar, oil, stamina – and other things are counted – shoes, pages, ex-husbands. And some words are specific to describing either the countable or the measurable. Less and amount are words that match up with the measurables. You can have less sugar, less oil or less stamina. In the same way, your diet may require a reduced amount of sugar, you may have an unspecified amount of oil on the floor of your garage, and you may have a greater amount of stamina than most marathoners. On the other hand, fewer and number pair up with countable entities. Fewer shoes, fewer pages, fewer ex-husbands. You count the number of shoes in your closet, read a number of pages in your books, and refuse to reveal the

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Teaching your kids to not interrupt COMMENTARY By Becky Kapsalis Manners are a social behavior, and as stated here many times, behaviors are taught by us and learned by our kids. According to most of my clients, one of the most annoying kid bad manners behaviors is the bad manners of perpetual interruptions. You know what I’m talking about, don’t you? You’re on the phone, and your kids demand instant attention. You’re entertaining friends, and your kids are constantly poking you until they get your attention. You’re concentrating on paying the bills when you are interrupted with, “Mom, have you seen my (whatever)?” We’re treated as though what we are doing is not nearly as important as what our kids have to tell us. Dutifully, we often stop what we are doing to answer their call. Probably not with the best attitude and most of all annoyed with not knowing how to handle the interruption without hurting the child’s feelings. Keep in mind that kids, for the most part, are very selfcentered. Their time is their time, and our time is their time, too! Hopefully, the following suggestions will help.

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Avoid interrupting your children. Ask yourself if your question, request or concern can wait until there is a timely pause in what they are doing. (You will be teaching your children to respect your time and that manners matter). Ask for permission before interrupting your children. Example: When is a good time for me to get your attention? (You will be teaching your children to ask permission before interrupting you, and that tugging at your clothing is bad manners.) Before doing anything that requires uninterrupted time, explain to the children what you will be doing and ask them to store up their questions, concerns or needs until you become available. Make sure you don’t abuse the uninterrupted time, and make sure you follow through with your availability. (You will be teaching your children that patience and credibility is minding their manners). Hugs! Becky Kapsalis. aka YiaYia (pronounced Ya-Ya.) is a certified parenting advocate and child behavior coach. You may reach her at 317-848-7979 or e-mail becky@ askyiayia.biz.

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DISPATCHES » Bulb protection – In the coldest winter months, it’s easy to forget about bulbs planted just a few months ago. But if there is a warm snap – even a short one – those bulbs may get the crazy idea that spring is here and start to sprout. Keep an eye on your tender bulb gardens during isolated warm days, and if some new growth does occur, add a little compost and a thick layer of mulch to protect it. This is an excellent use for the branches of your discarded Christmas tree. - www.thegardenhelper.com

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big splash adventure Where: 8505 State Road 56, French Lick, Ind. How to get there: From Noblesville, take I-69 south, I-465 south, I-65 south to Exit 29B, then west on State Road 56 to French Lick. About 160 miles, 3 hours. Winter hours: 9:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Friday through Sunday, 4 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Thursday, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday, and closed Tuesday and Wednesday. Cost: $23.95 adults, $16.95 ages 3-12 and 60-plus, free age 2 and younger on Friday, Saturday and Sunday; $17.95 adults, $12.95 ages 3-12 and 60-plus, free age 2 and younger. Room rates: Range from $99 to $269 depending on day of the week and ticket packages. Valentine’s Day weekend packages available. Info: (877) 936-3866, www. bigsplashadventure.com. What: It might be cold outside but there are no weather worries at Big Splash Adventure Indoor Water Park & Resort. The family-friendly, tropical, 40,000-square

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foot water park features a gentle Lost River for floating along on inner tubes, two body slides and a 1,000-gallon dumping bucket at Buccaneer Bay. Guests can ride down a 54inch diameter slide on an inner tube on Silver Beard’s Revenge or sit on single or double inner tubes on Jolly Roger Jetty, careening through seven curves before a big splash into the plungepool. Scallyway Scuttle and Plunder

Plunge send riders through high speed twists and turns, curves and dips. Lost Treasure Lagoon is a treasure trove of activity that includes a ropes course, a circular pool with swirling waters and aquatic basketball hoops. For the smallest of buccaneers the Splish Splash Pool offers lots of activities designed especially for them.

Ten foot-care tips for the New Year

art from the heartland When: January 29-Apil 18, 2010 Where: Indianapolis Art Center Cost: Free Info: www.indplsartcenter.org or (317) 255-2464 Details: Paul Klein, Chicagobased curator, art critic, writer and creator of ArtLetter (www.artletter. com) selected more than 70 works by artists from Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, Illinois, Wisconsin and Michigan for the Indianapolis Art Center’s Art from the Heartland exhibition. Klein juried more than 400 pieces by 205 artists for this first of what will be a biennial exhibition at the Art Center. The Art Center extended an invitation to almost 50 artists, many of whom will be here for the opening reception.

1. When shopping for shoes, choose quality and comfort over style. 2. Pay closer attention to your feet and toes. Scrub them clean, just like you do every other part of your body. If you can’t reach your toes, shop around for assistive devices or forget your pride and ask a loved one to help you out. 3. Moisturize everywhere except the webspace between the toes. Too much moisture there increases your chances of getting fungus (athlete’s foot). 4. Ladies, watch the heel height. Try your best to keep it under 1½”. Going from higher heels to being barefoot in the house increases stress on your Achilles tendon and can develop into other issues. 5. No flimsy flip flops! (unless you really like coming to my office) 6. Avoid “medicated” corn pads. This medication is acid that is not healthy for the skin around the callus or corn. 7. Use the PedEgg for callused heels – not once a month, but daily or every other day. Make it part of your routine. 8. If you have a New Year’s resolution to lose weight, ease into it. Don’t jump on the treadmill and see how far you can go on day one. You need to adequately stretch and increase mileage slowly. If you don’t, you are increasing your risk of developing a painful condition that will halt your workout routine and stall your weight loss efforts 9. The wart virus and fungus like similar environments – moist, dark, and dirty. So avoid the nasty old tennis shoes you use to mow the yard with, etc. 10. Do not ignore foot pain. If your foot hurts, there is a reason for it. If it does not improve within two weeks or causes you to limp or is swollen, bruised or infected, come see me.

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What do you like about Mangia? It's one individual owner, the food's good and the prices are reasonable

Ted’s Montana Grill is a western alternative to the average burger. Located in Clay Terrace, Ted’s has been a favorite Carmel restaurant for five years. From the outside, the restaurant can blend into the array of shops littering Clay Terrace, but the inside is a different story. The tin ceiling, tile floors, mahogany wood and the mounted bison head above the bar all lend to the saloon style and turn-of-the-century atmosphere of Ted’s. For those looking to get away from the average burger, Ted’s Montana Grill is the place to be. They are famous for their homestyle cooking and use of bison meat. The bison burger at Ted’s is known for its superior quality and taste. A leaner meat, Bison is used in the restaurant’s chili, burgers and pot roast. Ted’s Montana Grill is the perfect location for any type of meal. The restaurant is family-friendly as well as a great location for business luncheons. The friendly customer service and unique atmosphere of Ted’s Montana Grill is sure to please any crowd looking for a great meal.

Mangia Italian Restaurant 11594 Westfield Boulevard Carmel, IN 46032 (317) 581-1910

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Rock star? Or just a cracker? COMMENTARY By Chef Michael R. Vlasich Ten to one says most of you reading this article had one of these over the holidays. The Latino word for them is galletas. One of the most popular varieties of crackers in this country, they date back to the early 1800s. They are crisp and buttery – even eaten by themselves. It’s the Ritz cracker, invented in 1801 by John Bent, a retired sea captain who adapted an old recipe he had used. His family would do the baking, and he would travel the countryside selling them from a wagon. A few years later, they were modified using sponge dough to make them lighter. They were made by the Bent bakeries until 1898, when Kennedy Biscuit Works joined with dozens of other bakeries across America, forming the National Biscuit Company (or Nabisco). This is where the recipe was perfected with the buttery flavor and serrated edges we see and know today. The Nabisco Philadelphia bakery held a company-wide contest in 1934 to name the cracker, and came up with the name Ritz. The timing was right, as it was the beginning of the depression. The company took the cracker nationwide – the first baked product ever to be offered on that scale. The company kept the price at 19 cents a box, and the sales went wild. In the first year, 5 billion were sold, which worked out to 40 crackers for each man, woman, and child in the country. Ritz crackers have been a marketing phenomenon ever since then. Studied and emulated, colleges have developed marketing courses,

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ladybug snacks Ingredients: • 8 Ritz crackers • 4 tsp. peanut butter • 2 tsp. blackberry seedless jelly • 1 stalk celery cut into pieces 1/2 inch by 1/8 by 1/8 (similar to toothpick) Directions: Place a cracker flat on a surface. Place 1 tsp. of peanut butter on center of the cracker. Cut a second cracker in half down the center. Place the two pieces on top of peanut butter like a pair of wing with holes side up. Take the jelly and make small dots on the wing like ladybugs have. Take 2 pieces of the celery and place at the front like the antennas sticking out forward. Repeat the process to make four lady bugs.

teaching the successes of the cracker and its marketing campaigns from “Putting on the Ritz” in 1935 to the production of 29 million crackers daily three years later. I wonder if Captain John Bent ever imagined his cracker being the rock star it is? Included is a cute recipe if you have kids or want something unique for a summertime tea.

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Book OF THE WEEK

cannellini bean stew

By John Brewer

A Sentimental Murder Ingredients: • 2 15-oz. cans cannellini or other white beans, drained • 1 14.5-ounce can lowsodium chicken broth • 2 cloves garlic, smashed • 1 bay leaf • 6 carrots, halved lengthwise and cut into 3-inch pieces • 3 cups fresh spinach leaves • 1/2 tsp. kosher salt • 1/4 tsp. black pepper • 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil • 1 tbsp. balsamic vinegar (optional) • 1/4 cup (1 oz.) grated Parmesan (optional) Directions: • In a Dutch oven, over medium heat, bring the beans, broth, garlic, bay leaf, and carrots to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove and discard the bay leaf. • Add the spinach, salt, and pepper and stir for 1 minute. Spoon the stew into bowls. Drizzle with the oil. If desired, add either some vinegar or parmesan.

Mary Ray, mistress of John Montagu, the Fourth Earl of Sandwich, had risen to a financially comfortable, if not quite socially respectable, position. The Earl’s wife had earlier been committed to an insane asylum, and Mary had been elevated from a sexual distraction to virtually the household head (having borne Lord Sandwich at least nine children). She was publicly murdered by James Hackman, an ardent admirer, who then failed in a suicide attempt. The relationship of these three individuals, the realities of Georgian era society, and the changes in how historians have shaped this particular crime over the past 250 years are the focus of the book. Brewer carefully describes Georgian society in the mid-eighteenth century. Characterized by a great deal of male sexual liberty, society allowed a number of young women to make their way in society as mistresses, prostitutes and courtesans. Freedom of the press was virtually absolute, with respect for the truth a distant second to producing scandalous slander that would sell copy. Brewer documents a crime of passion and the subsequent trial, conviction, and quick execution of the murderer. Yet this crime continues to serve as fodder for writers of subsequent centuries. Reviewed by Karen Smith CCPL Reference Librarian Visit the Carmel Clay Public Library’s Web site at www.carmel.lib.in.us for more book reviews.

Start with this, then flavor to your liking By Molly Herner Current in Noblesville A good sponge recipe is a necessity for your recipe arsenal because it can be used for so many different occasions. This is just the vanilla sponge recipe, but it is

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Beginning Jan. 22 through Feb. 7, the Indianapolis Civic Theatre will present “Bus Stop,” a comedy by Pulitzer Prize-winning American playwright William Inge. Tickets are $28 Fridays through Sundays and $21 on Thursdays. Visit www.CivicTheatre.org for tickets and details

Carmel Community Players is bringing Tony award-winning Broadway entertainer Ben Vereen to Carmel High School for its major fundraiser for 2010. Vereen will present his educational, entertaining and inspirational Broadway lecture at Carmel High School's Dale E. Graham Auditorium at 7 p.m. on March 7. Tickets are $34 and are on sale now at www.carmelplayers.org.

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The Phoenix Theatre of Indianapolis presents “The Housewives of Mannheim.” Written by Alan Brody, this play starts Jan. 14 and runs through Feb. 6 on the Phoenix Mainstage. Tickets start at $15. For details visit www.PhoenixTheatre.org.

‘All Shook Up’

Inspired by and featuring the songs of Elvis Presley, the Carmel Repertory Theatre’s “All Shook Up” deals with a small town in the 1950s that recognizes the unjustness of segregation after a leather-jacketed stranger motorcycles into town. Performance dates are Feb. 19-21, Feb. 26-28 and March 5-7 at the Performing Arts Center (575 W. Carmel Drive). For more information, visit www.carmelrepertorytheatre.com.

The Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre 2010 lineup kicks off with the comedy “The Foreigner” by Larry Shue. The play runs from Jan. 6 to Feb. 7. Call the box office at 317-872-9664 for ticket information.

TOURS Strawtown Enclosure

Interpretive staff will conduct tours on Jan. 24 and Jan. 25 of the Strawtown Enclosure at Strawtown Koteewi Park, 12308 Strawtown Ave., Noblesville. During these tours the staff will discuss the details known regarding the Native Americans who built and used the enclosure and village more than 700 years ago. The 1 hour tour begins at 11 a.m. Jan. 24 and 2 p.m. Jan. 25 inside the Taylor Center of Natural History and include a short stroll to the village site.

LIVE MUSIC Mickey’s Irish Pub

The following musical acts will be playing live at Mickey’s Irish Pub,13644 N Meridian, Carmel. For more information, call 317-573-9746: Jan. 22: Living Proof Jan. 23: KJ & the Jester Kings Jan. 29: Bunny Brothers Jan. 30: Why Stop Now

Mo’s Irish Pub

There’s live music every Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights at Mo’s Irish Pub, 13193 Levinson Lane in the Hamilton Town Center, Noblesville. For more information, call 317-770-9020.

Hedgehog Music Showcase

The Radio Review at Hedgehog Music Showcase, 101 W. Main St., Arcadia, takes the form of a live radio show featuring big band, swing and pop standards of the 1920s-30s-40s performed by musicians and vocalists 8 p.m. every Saturday. For more information, call (317) 573-9746:

ART My Kid Can Paint That!

Magdalena Gallery of Art is presenting this art show, displaying artwork by local kids. Opening night was Nov. 21. All artwork is available for sale, ranging from $100 to $150. Call 317-844-0005 for details.

12 Days of Estridge giveaway On Jan. 9, over 150 people attended the 12 Days of Estridge Grand Prize Giveaway Event at HOMExperience.Nearly 600 Facebook Fans of The Estridge Companies participated in the 12 Days of Estridge Contest. Winners were chosen daily at random. Shelly Williams, shown holding the frame, won the event’s Grand Prize - a chance to work with HOMExperience to completely furnish her house. The award was presented by Paul Estridge, Jr., shown holding the microphone. Submitted Photos

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DISPATCHES » Taste of the Chamber - Not only is Taste of the Chamber a sampling of the Chamber's best businesses, it's also your chance to network, make connections, taste delicious foods and socialize with guests and exhibitors. Taste of the Chamber is this Thursday, Jan. 21, from 4:30-7 p.m. at the Ritz Charles. For more information, visit www.carmelchamber. com. » Five big predictions for 2010 1.

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Introducing the ‘beer and shower test’ COMMENTARY By David Cain Recently I was meeting with a friend and was explaining to her how important it was to enjoy the people I work with. I explained in great depth that I wanted to work with clients I liked and whose businesses I could truly help. I wanted to be able to take them to a Pacers game and have a good time, and I wanted to wake up in the middle of the night thinking about their business. My friend echoed the comments and told me of the “beer and shower test” of someone she knew. It goes like this, he felt you should only work with people you’d enjoy having a beer with and whose business would be on your mind while in the shower. I naturally loved the concept. Fast forward two weeks, and I was making a presentation, explaining to an audience four men why our company was a good fit. I explained our need to be a partner and not a vendor, our commitment to helping them be successful and my need to feel a part of their business. Modifying and merging my own advice with my friend’s similar thoughts, I explained with conviction in this open forum that, “I only wanted to do business with people I’d want to have a drink with and think about in the shower.” The crowd laughed loudly and somewhat awkwardly. There are two, perhaps three, lessons here.

First, the obvious, think about what you are going to say before you say it. Second, it probably is a good idea to work with people that get you. Do they have a sense of humor? Will you like them in two months? Are they forgiving or bossy? I consider sales a bit like dating, and the contract is the marriage. Before I ink the deal, I want to be sure we’ll still be in love in a few months and not fighting. It’s important to find a fit and work with people you understand and like. That takes us to lesson three: Be yourself. It’s okay to misstep. My comments served us well as an icebreaker and conveyed to the group that we were real people and not robots. It’s funny how often people try to be something they are not. Pretending to be something you are not is not good for any relationship. Next time you are about to close a deal, think of signing that contract like standing at the altar, and maybe give your partner a closer look. It might make for a better marriage and less hassle down the road.

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MONEY MATTERS How will you change your spending habits in 2010? “They will change by becoming more disciplined and by cutting back on things I don’t really need. I’m looking for more bargains as well.” Jodi Montgomery

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DISPATCHES » Trade in and save - This year, make a resolution for healthy skin! Bring your old skin care products to ClarityMD during the last week of January (25-29), and trade them in for discounts on new products. 1 item - 10% off your entire products purchase; 2 items - 15% off; 3 items - 20%. » Make it Fit Now – Last week, the cities of Carmel and Westfield and Clarian North Medical officially announced the “Make It Fit Now” wellness challenge, a program designed to help Carmel and Westfield residents and employees get fit and stay healthy. Launched in 2007 as the Carmel Mayor’s Wellness Challenge, the 2010 wellness challenge is being expanded to include the City of Westfield. » RevolutionEYES includes iZion - RevolutionEYES, Carmel's leading optometric practice, recently announced the inclusion of iZon into their product line-up. Based on Wavefront technology, iZon lenses deliver a crispness and clarity unmatched by any other lens on the market today. » YogaDay 2010 - On Jan. 23, thousands of people across the country will participate in National YogaDay 2010. Village Yoga (146th & Hazel Dell) is hosting free yoga classes for anyone interested in stretching their bodies and minds. Call 317-569-9090 for details. » Fool everyone – Follow these quick tips from NYC makeup artist Linda Hay to get the most believable faux glow: • Smooth regular moisturizer over porous areas like ankles and knees so they don’t absorb too much color. • Smooth the tanning lotion on one thin layer at a time so the effect builds gradually like a real tan. • Don’t forget your neck and the area beneath your throat. • Apply with a circular motion to help avoid streaks. -Good Housekeeping

What can IPL do for your skin? COMMENTARY By Dr. Jodie Harper and Dr. Angela Corea IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) is a popular procedure in the laser aesthetics industry, used for the treatment of sun damage and skin conditions related to aging. IPL is a flash lamp of light and not a true laser. The lamp hand piece is calibrated and programmed to specific wavelengths in order to target the specific skin concern. IPL is most known for its ability to target melanin in patients with unwanted hair, sun/age spots, pigmented lesions or melasma. Many are not aware, however, of more advanced IPL technology that can also be used to treat vascular disorders like … • Spider veins • Telangectasias (tiny capillaries) or other unwanted superficial veins • Rosacea • Vascular lesions, such as venous lakes, port wine stains, hemangiomas, scars and some birthmarks There are many IPL devices on the market. Some are very simple and used only for treating sun damage, while others are advanced and used for a wide spectrum of disorders. The decision to treat using IPL should be based on an appropriate medical and diagnostic evaluation by a trained professional. It is a procedure that should only be performed by experienced, licensed practitioners, and only under the direction of a physician.

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Massage misconceptions COMMENTARY By Sally Feldman It is interesting to me that gen-X kids consider massage in a different light than my own generation. The history of massage is ages old and yet there has always been a misconception over the difference between a massage therapist and a masseuse - never more so than with the baby boomers. Many people born in the 50’s and 60’s still don’t quite get it. Most massage therapists don’t even like being referred to as masseuses, but the stigma continues, as do the jokes about “happy endings,” red lights on your porch, and massage therapists being granola-crunching, new-Age freaks. If they would stop to recognize what it takes to be a massage therapist it may make them think twice before they make these jokes. Massage certification requires 500-600 hours, 50 clinic hours and, and passing a lengthy, nationally recognized exam. In many cities like Carmel, a police background check is required as well as a special license to practice massage in the area. The problem began when houses of prostitution started using the phrase “massage parlor” as the cover for its establishment. Physical therapists work with bodies and yet do not have this problem. Statistics show that the majority of massages are received by those under thirty years old. We old folks need to get with the program

and leave the sexual innuendo out of it. Many clients consistently comment, “You must have really strong hands.” This is another misconception of massage therapists. The depth of pressure from a massage comes from taking a few steps back and leaning into areas using hands, forearms, and even elbows. It is important to rely on proper body mechanics, instead of force, to avoid overuse syndromes. “You have to get naked.” This is not true. Massage therapists should tell you to get undressed to your comfort level, and if you are uncomfortable in any way, stop the massage immediately. It is our business to cover you appropriately and make you feel comfortable even if you decide to wear a snowsuit, scarf and boots on the table. One other mistaken belief is that “massage therapists’ spouses must get amazing massages.” Well, okay. Three out of four isn’t so bad. My husband has never been more attentive(annoying?) since my new career began. TMI? Go! Fight! Win back your health, Indiana! Let the massages begin! Sally Feldman is a certified massage therapist and a member of Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals. For more information, e-mail her at sfeld427@gmail.com

PMS side effect Go ahead and blame your recent shopping spree on PMS. Turns out women are more prone to impulse buying in the ten days before their periods, according to a recent British study of 700 women. Researchers believe that any intense emotion – high or low – can influence spending behavior. Given the intensity of the hormone roller coaster, extra trips to the mall may be more likely. -Parenting

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Grace and golf – a Tiger by the tail COMMENTARY By Bob Walters Renowned newscaster and analyst Brit Hume suggested on national TV recently that Jesus Christ is a source of comfort our fellow sinner, the bedraggled golfer Tiger Woods, ought to look into. Have you seen the ensuing national media outrage? Or … not? I’m not sure which is the biggest story here: • Hume describing Christianity succinctly and perfectly – it “offers forgiveness and redemption” – on the “Fox News Sunday” opinion show; • That Hume’s gentle and accurate description of Buddhism’s difference from Christianity is cast as an affront when really it is a simple, academic truth; • The ensuing adverse commentary by journalists and entertainers who closemindedly (and I might add, naively) believe Christianity has no place amid public discourse (most of them feel the same way about Fox News); • Or the media’s general non-coverage of Hume’s comments. It’s worth noting that the news and entertainment media are more than willing to focus on Tiger Woods’ awful fall from grace. Yet when an eminently intelligent voice – Hume – verbalizes a cogent, spiritual, kind, merciful and factual prescription for Woods of the extraordinary and

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freely available gift of grace from God through Jesus Christ, well, that’s an outrage. I knew nothing of Hume’s comments Sunday morning Jan. 3 (I was in church) until Monday evening Jan. 4 when Hume was a guest on Bill O’Reilly’s Fox News show. I was surprised and elated to hear a replay of Hume’s Sunday comments – witness, really – and was equally intrigued by his follow-up remarks. “Jesus Christ offers Tiger Woods something that Tiger Woods badly needs,” Hume said. “He needs something Christianity especially provides, redemption and forgiveness.” Anybody want to argue about who needs redemption and forgiveness? Surveying the mass media’s largely negative, predictably close-minded and distressingly uninformed response to Hume’s comments, conservative Ann Coulter wrote Jan. 6, “Christianity is the best deal in the universe. Liberals constantly accuse Christians of being ‘judgmental.’ No, we’re relieved.” Personally, I wish it would have been a bigger controversy so more people would have heard Hume’s words. Liberal or conservative, sinner or saint, God loves us all. It’s a great message, and an even greater promise. That’s news.

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Men: You must pursue! COMMENTARY By Rachael Noble While visiting my cousin out of state over Thanksgiving, we gabbed about our dating lives. I couldn’t help but ask her why a beautiful (I’m talking a perfect 10), kind and very intelligent woman like herself is still single. Her answer shocked me. “Men don’t pursue me,” she said. This part came as no surprise to me, as my girlfriends and I have been complaining about this very thing for many years (apparently, this happens to women of all ages in all parts of the country). Then she went on to tell me about how she’ll give a single guy every indication that she’s interested, but he just doesn’t give her the time of day. I receive many e-mails each week, and the No. 2 complaint I receive from women is this very topic. I’ve intended to write on this topic for some time, but I realize I will make myself vulnerable to a plethora of suggestions: Men are afraid of rejection; men don’t want to seem scummy by walking up to a woman. Maybe you (ladies) are only attracted to players; maybe you should give more eye contact; you should not act so eager; try acting more eager; stop acting so in-

dependent; don’t come across too dependent; maybe you’re intimidating; maybe you’re too sweet; maybe you should dress down; maybe you should dress up; you should date online; you should stop dating online; you shouldn’t hang out in bars; you should hang out in bars; women are so aggressive that men don’t need to be the pursuer anymore. Yadda, yadda, yadda. I’ve heard it all, dearest readers, so no need to write in trying to solve this problem. I’m saying phooey on it all! I have an entire address book full of single, very successful, beautiful girlfriends who sit at home weekend after weekend, because guess what? Men, for whatever reason, don’t pursue them. Men, if (and only if – this is the key) a woman gives you some sort of indication that you are the bomb, please, for gosh sakes, pursue her! After a few dates, if you decide you like her, don’t play games, don’t disappear, do call and do ask her on dates. So gather your courage, boys, and get to pursuing!

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Why is the streaming video on my netbook so choppy? COMMENTARY By Gary Hubbard The relatively low price of netbooks has enticed many to buy these low-powered gems, but all too often, the buyer isn’t really clear about what they are buying. The retailers I’ve talked with have told me Netbooks have become one of the most commonly returned items, because so many buyers are seduced by the low price and

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don’t really understand what they are buying. Netbooks are the computer equivalent of a Smart Car; they are not designed to carry lots of people, tow a heavy load or go really fast. If your computing needs are on the heavier side, a Netbook is probably the wrong tool. The choppy video often a problem on Netbooks is most likely from either a lack of power or your Internet connection speed. If the video you are having problems with is loaded on your local hard drive, the problem is definitely the lack of power in your Netbook. If the video is being streamed from the Internet, there is a small chance your Internet connection speed is too slow to provide a smooth stream. If the video is coming from a small, noncommercial Web site, it may lack the technology to keep up with high demands, but sites like CNN.com or YouTube.com won’t have any problem serving video to you, so test with them to eliminate the source. Netbooks were created to access basic Internet content like e-mail, blogs, social media, news sites and basic video, however, you should not expect video to be as smooth as a standard laptop or desktop. Make sure you’re not trying to view the video in full-screen mode, and if you’re using

Internet Explorer, you will likely get better performance by installing either Mozilla’s Firefox http://mozilla.com or Google’s Chrome http:// www.google.com/chrome. Both of these browsers work faster on underpowered or older computers (not just Netbooks) and can be tweaked to run even faster if you’re on a broadband connection. (Search Google for “Firefox speed tweaks” or “Chrome speed tweaks.”) It’s also possible the power source or power drain is causing performance issues. If you’re trying to stream while on battery power, try plugging into an AC source to see if things improve. Also, anything plugged into the USB ports can draw power or cause performance issues on Netbooks, so try removing everything from them to see if things change. If you added any third-party memory, or if you have anything in any card slots, try reseating or removing those items as well to see if they are causing erratic video performance. If, after trying all of these possible solutions, you still get choppy video, you are most likely trying to tow a boat with a Smart Car! Gary Hubbard is the owner of Data Doctors Computer Services - www.datadoctors.com. Have a technology question? Send it to CurrentInCarmel@datadoctors.com

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Bringing home a new cat always good for some laughs Commentary By Mike Redmond The nuthouse I call home just got a little nuttier. World, meet my new cat, Charlie. Charlie is six months old, orange with dark orange spots and stripes, armed with all his switchblades, and a holy terror. In other words, a fairly typical young male cat. And he’s a riot. Once again, fairly typical for a young male cat. I’d forgotten just how much fun a cat can be, seeing as how the only other cat in the house is my old girl Bess, now pushing 20 and content to spend most of her time sleeping under the bathroom sink. Not a lot of hilarity coming from Bess these days. Fine by me. After all, 20 human years is equivalent to roughly 347 cat years, and at that age you can pretty well be sure a cat is on its ninth life. If Bess wants to spend hers next to the sink trap, she’s entitled. She’s earned it. Charlie, of course, doesn’t see it that way. One of the first things he did upon arrival from the animal shelter was run upstairs and introduce himself to Bess. To say Bess was not happy

to meet him is a gross understatement. In fact, I haven’t seen her that animated in years. At first, I was afraid she was having a heart attack, but it turned out that’s what a 347-year-old cat sounds like when it’s trying to hiss. It is NOT an understatement to say Charlie made himself right at home. By that I mean he walked straight over my dog Cookie, gave her the once-over, batted her on the nose (blades retracted) and took off running. Cookie got the message immediately and the game was afoot, or in this case, apaw. For the next 15 minutes the house was a racetrack, and competing were two blurs – one orange and weighing three pounds, one black and weighing 80. And when it was over, Charlie helped himself to a comfy spot right in the middle of Cookie’s dog bed. Cookie made herself comfortable in an easy chair. Then they practiced what they do best: indolence. Charlie has, of course, exhibited a good deal of the curiosity for which his species is known. He loves to watch television – nature shows and hockey seem to be his favorites – and for a while he was extremely interested in the top of the dining room table. A run-in with a candle and the loss of an eyebrow changed his mind about

that. He has also exhibited a behavior I like to call the Nine O’Clock Crazies. When 9 p.m. rolls around, he stops whatever he’s doing – sleeping, usually – and runs around the house like a crazy cat, full speed, for exactly 10 minutes. Then he stops and gives you one of those “What are you looking at?” expressions, turns his back, and starts to lick where he should be using a washcloth. So, yeah, it’s a little nuttier around here right now. So what? It’s the price I cheerfully pay for having pets, canine and feline. I’ve never been one of those people who thought you had to declare loyalty to one species or the other. To me, they’re equally enjoyable, equally companionable, equally nutty. So that’s my house now: Human, canine and feline, having a high old time together. It’s nuts, all right. Mixed nuts.

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Doesn't an 'Udder Ointment' sound pretty appealing? COMMENTARY By Dick Wolfsie I’m a sucker for anything that might make me a better husband, so when an e-mail appeared in my inbox with the subject, “WHAT WOMEN WANT,” you can be sure I clicked on it. I knew there was a chance this was an ad for something embarrassing (enough said), but there was also the possibility I was about to get valuable insight into the female psyche. So what do women want? Apparently, they want Dr. Hess Udder Ointment, a concoction created more than 100 years ago that makes your hands smooth and feet callus-free. For years, I tried being sensitive, considerate, romantic. This is how little I knew about the opposite sex. With a name like Udder Ointment, it should either be something you spread over that specific part of the bovine anatomy or, at the very least, it should come from the cow’s udder. For example: Vegetable oil comes from vegetables, and baby oil is for babies. On the other hand, there’s Lucas Oil and Olive Oyl. I could make fun of both those names, but I like my seats on the 40-yard line and I’d never antagonize a woman whose boyfriend has huge forearms. So how did they come up with this udderly

ridiculous name? (I tried to resist that pun, but I am a weak person.) Dr. Hess introduced his original product to turn-of-the-20th-century farmers who lamented that their cows’ udders were extremely raw and chapped. The fact that the farmers’ wives and children were huddled next to the wood-burning stove, withered from the harsh Midwestern blizzards, was of little concern. But those chafed udders? How unsightly. Something needed to be done. So the farmers applied Dr. Hess’ emollient cream to the cows’ semi-privates. Soon, it was discovered that those doing the milking also benefited. Just what a guy needs when he’s tilling his 300 acres of corn: softened hands. Not only that, but after a session in the barn milking Elsie – and shoveling out the manure – farmers found that their silky touch made their wives eager for romance. Dr. Hess was to become a very rich man. And a godfather several times over. The Dr. Hess enterprise was not content with producing just the ointment. They later developed a lip balm called the Udder Stick. Can you think of a product whose name better says, “Spread that on my kisser?” It’s marketing genius. The company Dr. Hess founded in 1898

has been in several hands over the years. Those hands were always soft and delicate, but a few of them might have gotten caught in the cookie jar, so now ownership is back in the family, with the founder’s great-granddaughter. In an act of humanitarianism, the newly owned company donates Udder Ointment to our troops in Iraq and Afghanistan. Generations of soldiers have enjoyed care packages from home that included posters of Betty Grable, Farrah Fawcett or Britney Spears. Chocolate also hit the spot. Often, a good cigar was tucked away in a pair of socks. But can you imagine the rapture that unfolded when a year’s supply of Udder Ointment first hit the runway in Baghdad? A product’s name can make a big difference in its success. I am working on a new toothpaste for guys and am thinking of calling it either Pig Paste or Goat Goop. What a refreshing way to start a morning. And, after all, isn’t that what men want?

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Need some fresh ideas in the home? Check out the Home Show COMMENTARY By Randy Sorrell Need inspiration or a dose of creative mind browsing for new ways to express yourself around your home? Check out the Home Show that kicks off Jan. 29 at the Indianapolis Fairgrounds. Indianapolis Home Show manager Brent Keller is genuinely pumped about this year’s show. And why not, with more than 900 exhibits, eco-friendly alternatives and plenty of celebrities, including Paul Dimeo from “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” offering his expertise. Where else can you intimately experience what’s new in home building, remodeling, landscapes and more? Me? I like the energy, the upbeat crowd, the romance of spring’s anticipation and innovative solutions to sometimes boring problems. I really get jazzed spying others’ interpretations of what they believe is smart and trendy. Tip: Visit Monday through Wednesday for a relaxed pace and increased opportunities for personal consultations with designers and owners! If you are feeling particularly brave, check out our featured space in the West Pavilion (SURROUNDINGS, booth #302) where forwardthinking minds will be challenged to imagine our remarkable marriage of galvanized metal and

ambitiously sized bamboo for an interactive water feature. Our twist to the obligatory outdoor grill kitchen is another anxious material nuptial of cultured stone, sleek granite counters compliments of Granite Services, ample stainless steel, and of course, more rippling galvanized metal. Smart, contemporary Azek decking inspires yet another sub-urban “outdoor room” where sleek photos, cobalt blue urns and lush landscaping will absolutely prompt a Pavlovian response to improve. No, we didn’t visit a medicinal marijuana storefront in our recent California jaunt. We just felt compelled to take a risk with material and insert a decidedly “urban” experience in the show. Deviation inspires! A masterpiece or sheer disaster … you be the judge. Let 2010 be the year you create that living space you have always imagined. Intentional spaces can bring families together for dinner. They can be a place to heal, a place to love and be loved and a place to … Stay home. Be moved.

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A gardener’s work (fun) is never done, even in winter COMMENTARY By Holly Funk While the gardener can feel a tad useless come January, there is still plenty of fun to be had in preparation for the new growing season. The possibilities are endless. For instance, catalogs of horticultural delights are hitting my mailbox pretty heavily. Pen in hand, I am dog-earing page after page of the latest varieties and selections. At the same time, I jot down where I intend to put said delights once they arrive, thus I am planning next season’s bounty! Joy! Here are three key areas of concern you should consider before spring arrives: WEEDS: There’s no time like winter to keep weeds at bay. A pre-emergent herbicide granule will go a long way to ensure that annual weeds like henbit and crabgrass are kept in check. These granules dissolve and prevent weed seeds from germinating. However, they will prevent your favorable seeds from germinating as well, so use with care. Sprinkle the pre-emergent once the snow has melted and once more at the end of February. INDOORS: Indoor gardening can keep an antsy gardener content during these cold weeks of winter. Pay more attention to snipping away brown foliage and watering more

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