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A SUPER OPPoRTUNITY The 2012 Super Bowl in Indianapolis will bring more than football to central Indiana, and Carmel is positioning to make the most of the event

By Stephanie Carlson Curtis Current in Carmel “One bowl, one community.” This simple, direct theme articulates the objective of the 2012 Super Bowl XLVI Host Committee. In less than 24 months, central Indiana will host the greatest spectacle in football, a global sporting event viewed by more than 100 million people around the world. And Carmel residents are key players in the game. “We are all part of the Indianapolis region, so what is good for the region is good for Carmel,” said Mayor Jim Brainard. “The selection of Indianapolis for high-profile events, such as the Super Bowl, helps to elevate the status of the region, in terms of the quality of life here and the variety of entertainment options.” According to estimates, 150,000 visitors will pass through central Indiana during that week in February 2010 and use hotels, car rentals, restaurants, retail sites and entertainment venues. The NFL estimates Super Bowl XLVI will generate more than $275 million in revenue for the area, and Brainard said Carmel is in a good position to get its fair share of the revenue. “Our Arts & Design District and the Regional Performing Arts Center, which is opening in January 2011, offers cultural options for those visiting the region for the Super Bowl,” he said. “Our hotel corridor along Meridian Street offers a unique

Student ambassadors When Indianapolis pitched its bid to host the 2012 Super Bowl, students from around the area were chosen to serve as ambassadors. One student was selected per NFL team, responsible for pitching the city’s package to the respective owners. Carmel High School students Shawn Heffern and Alaina Finkelmeier served as ambassadors for the Pittsburgh Steelers and New York Jets, respectively, and will continue contributing through 2012 – their senior year. “I believe it is important to include youth to get involved with this process because this group has the ability to become leaders of their communities in the future,” Heffern said.

Melangton choice for those who want to attend but may want a more relaxed atmosphere.” Allison Melangton, Carmel resident and president of the 2012 Super Bowl Host Committee, said she plans to work closely with city leaders and tourism organizations to make the most of the opportunity the game provides. Carmel Chamber of Commerce president Mo Merhoff said the economic impact of visitors to the area will be great for local businesses but that’s not the only benefit of the game for Carmel. “The media attention focused on the area provides an exceptional opportunity to showcase the region’s benefits,” Merhoff said. “That’s an obvious boost for Carmel and Hamilton County, forward-thinking communities with all the quality-of-life aspects businesses and residents are looking for: great infrastructure, schools, parks, an award-winning library, shopping, restaurants and walkable areas with some world-class amenities.” “We’ve been thinking about how the Super Bowl might impact our area for quite awhile now, ever since Indy placed their first bid and secured hotel room blocks from our hotels,” said Karen Radcliff, deputy director of the Hamilton County Convention and Visitors Bureau. “Soon after Allison was hired, I met with her to talk about a regional approach and how Hamilton County might be involved, especially through a coordinated hospitality effort.” Melangton said a Super Bowl celebration is being planned for a site in Hamilton County. She said volunteers are being

sought for that event, but many more will be needed. In order for Carmel and the rest of the Indianapolis area to make the most of the 2012 Super Bowl, the host committee will need extensive help from community volunteers. “We will need 8,000 volunteers to serve on various committees including community programs, hospitality, marketing, operations, administration, near eastside legacy initiatives as well as guest and volunteer services,” Melangton said. “We are coordinating 66 committees comprising of 150 volunteer leadership positions to be filled by April.” Hoosiers interested in volunteering can register online at www.our2012sb.com. Melangton said Indiana residents have track record of putting forth the necessary effort to make Indianapolis a premiere location for major sporting events. But as Melangton detailed the wide scope of community-oriented activities and international visibility she emphasized, “The Super Bowl isn’t just about football.”

a unique location 14 cities have hosted or will host a Super Bow, but only four Super Bowls have been awarded to cold weather cities: Indianapolis, Minneapolis and Detroit (twice). Miami has hosted the most Super Bowls with 10, including this year’s game.

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It is our position that Frank and Katrina Basile should be thanked for their very generous gift to the Regional Performing Arts Center in Carmel. And the longtime philanthropists and supporters of the arts are also to be praised for investing in a venue that, for some, has fallen noticeably on the “wrong” side 96th Street. In honor of their significant contribution to the project ($500,000), the RPAC is expected to name a food service and gift area after them. But their contribution to the discourse is far more valuable. In effect, the donation reminds naysayers that we are all in the business of building our region together. Companies considering Central Indiana as their home – and companies working to recruit or retain talent here – do not see political county or municipal lines. And we must work to remember the importance of that perspective. Like the airport and Colts, the RPAC will help to define this community; and we must work together to ensure its success. Opening in January of 2011, the RPAC, along with Artistic Director Michael Feinstein aspires to make Carmel and our region one of the great places in America to enjoy the performing arts. With the support of visionaries like the Basiles, that goal is within reach.

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It is our position that the people of Carmel are right to be working hard to help the people of Haiti as they struggle to recover from recent devastation caused by historic earthquakes. The truth from Luke, “For unto whomsoever much is given, of him shall be much required …” remains the dictum for us to remember. We can count ourselves fortunate to not only be living in a stable and relatively wealthy country, but to be privileged enough to benefit from such a safe and clean surrounding. And many of our fellow Westfield citizens have made contributions – grand and modest – recognizing our obligation to help those in need. But even as we share our good fortune, please do not do so blindly. Research the benefiting charitable entities to ensure the money is going as directly as possible to help the people of Haiti rather than to its often-crooked government or some other like institution. While generations of poverty and systemic corruption may have trapped the people of Haiti, our obligation to offer compassion must remain stalwart even if a fraction of our good intentions are siphoned off by those who would profiteer in squalor.

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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.. Article. II. Section. 1. continued The Person having the greatest Number of Votes shall be the President, if such Number be a Majority of the whole Number of Electors appointed; and if there be more than one who have such Majority, and have an equal Number of Votes, then the House of Representatives shall immediately chuse by Ballot one of them for President; and if no Person have a Majority, then from the five highest on the List the said House shall in like Manner chuse the President. But in

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From the backshop A case of Northwest by Northeast? We gotta, tell you, sometimes the American voter simply exhausts us. No sooner had we celebrated our newfound respect for Massachusetts voters, than we were disappointed by the recent results of a referendum in Oregon. The referendum endorsed tax increases on the “rich,” defined as people with a taxable income of greater than $125,000 ($250,000 for joint filers, if you’re scoring at home), and businesses. So, is Oregon becoming the new Massachusetts? According to a report by CBS News, it was a victory for “public employee unions,” who spearheaded the campaign for the taxes and raised enough money to outspend the opponents. They were very clever in how they campaigned for the increase, claiming a “budget crunch that threatened to close schools early, lay off teachers and slash healthcare benefits.” The truth, however, had nothing to do with any of that; rather, it was all about saving public-employee jobs. We’re certain you’ve guessed the gem we’re about to impart right here: Oregon is controlled by Democrats, but don’t believe the Republicans are any better. Arizona Gov. Jan Brewer, a Republican, has proposed a temporary sales-tax increase to close a budget gap. Have you ever heard of a “temporary tax”? Here’s what THAT means: It’s

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Wilson ‘pills are awesome’ column irresponsible Editor: I am writing in response to Danielle Wilson’s latest commentary, “Bravo modern medicine! Pills are awesome” (Jan. 19). I do enjoy Danielle’s articles as I recognize they are pure sarcasm. However, I think this article borders on irresponsibility, as it is my understanding that Carmel High School has a “pill party” problem, and our local teens have moved from sneaking a few beers to popping the prescription or over-the-counter pills lingering in their parents’ bathroom cabinets. I would encourage Danielle and other Carmel

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with others who make thinking their business. I’m not talking about the kind of thinking we do in our jobs. Lawyers, doctors, entrepreneurs and others certainly are creative and thoughtful. But we all too seldom think, read and study the words of our founding fathers, biblical scholars or romantic poets. I’m talking about old-school ivory tower academics. I’ve often thought it would be a great way to spend a life – surrounded not by balance sheets and business taxes but instead immersed in the classics. But does the Academy tend to study the thinker or the thought? Do we focus on what Roosevelt said to the omission of why he said it? Perhaps the real value of thought is not simply in its thinking, but it is in its application.

fect mom, wife or person, but I wouldn’t read a word written by someone who claimed to be. Current can easily sign up a plastic talking head Carmel/Westfield housewife to tell us Buffy made cheerleader and Brandon is the quarterback who will go to Med School. Give me the real deal. That would be Danielle. Peace out. Tim Hahn Westfield

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» Broecker files for school board – Longtime Carmel resident Ed Broecker recently announced that he will run as a candidate for the District 2 Carmel School Board seat. The seat is currently held by Broecker Jeff Carter, who was appointed last May to complete the term of Mr. Stephen Backer. » 1,700 students receive shoes – Assistance League of Indianapolis, an all-volunteer philanthropic organization, announced it will conduct six fitting sessions for an estimated 1,700 selected students from IPS, who will receive new athletic shoes and socks. » Correction: Carmel Clay Public Library’s event Just Girls will be held at the Ritz Charles in Carmel, Feb. 6 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and will not take place at the library.

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I am officially a 'cat person'

Commentary By Danielle Wilson Well, we took the leap and now own a cat. More accurately, Santa pushed us into the deep end of pet ownership. That’s right, folks, our children woke up on Christmas morning to a note, handwritten by the Big Man himself, saying a special gift was waiting for them in Dad’s office. I have it all on video … quite precious actually. Now, almost a month later, I feel I can finally let my true feelings be known. (Recall that I am not a pet person and have held out for nearly 14 years against owning any sort of domesticated mammal, particularly dogs and cats.) Drum roll, please! I. LOVE. THE CAT. I know! Who’d a thunk it? And I didn’t even gag when I wrote that. But here’s why: 1. Felines have the lowest maintenance plans available, especially the shorthair domestic options. I’ve yet to take “Ginger” for a walk in the single-digit temps, wipe drool off my couch or bathe her in the tub. Top that, Labrador retrievers! 2. There’s not much funnier than a kitten chasing her tail on hardwood floors. No traction, whatsoever, and no way to apply the brakes. It’s kind of like watching someone who accidentally steps past the boundary line in a bowling lane, only without the disturbing shoes.

3. There’s just something magical about having a soft little creature purring with contentment on your lap on a cold winter’s night. Who needs the Snuggie when you have a cat? (Actually, the cat’s favorite spot is atop our Snuggie, making for a double dose of adorable warmth!) 4. You never know what you’ll find in the fridge. Seriously, my husband thought he heard meowing in the kitchen, opened the door to the refrigerator, and there was Ginger. Oops! No worries though, she wasn’t cooling down for more than a minute or so. Five tops. 5. Cleaning the litter box makes for the most perfect punishment for the short people who live with us. We bought the clumping kind with baking soda, but even so, scooping poop is stinky and degrading. Love it! 6. Almost overnight, the kids have developed an enormous sense of responsibility when it comes to caring for Ginger. Feeding, disciplining, playing . . . even our 5-year-old pays strict attention to open doors and empty water bowls. Not so much with the gecko, although he is still alive after two and a half years of accidental neglect. 7. We’ve had the opportunity to finally meet a veterinarian, who as a group,

have to be the most patient and friendly people on this earth, even more so than volunteer preschool teachers. Animal lovers can’t be serial killers. They just can’t. 8. Speaking of vets, the absolute best moment of owning a cat so far came when we had Ginger at her first checkup. The doctor asked the kids if they had any questions, and after a few basic ones (“How old is she?” “How big will she get?” “What kind of kitten is she?”) my youngest posed this in her most serious voice: “What percent love is she?” Though this sent my older kids into a round of hysterical laughter and taunting, the veterinarian looked Maddie straight in the eye and answered, “One hundred percent!” Right? How can you beat that? Now I know we’re still essentially petowning virgins, but if this past month has been any indication of what’s to come, I don’t think it’s too much to say that by the end of the year, we’ll be calling ourselves “Cat People.” Peace out! Danielle Wilson is a Carmel resident and contributing columnist. You may e-mail her at danielle@currentincarmel.com.

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Carmel business owner invests in Colts players By Kevin Kane Current in Carmel Perhaps few people were happier than Carmel resident Brett Lemieux after the Indianapolis Colts’ victory in the AFC Championship game Jan. 24. Lemieux’s Carmel-based company, Ultimate Sports Connection, specializes in providing fans authentic autographs and other memorabilia from their favorite sports stars. With items signed during various autograph sessions, Lemieux said he has signed goods in stock from every Colts player. Team wins are good for business, but that’s not the only reason Lemieux was excited about the last game. He’s the exclusive autograph agent for wide receiver Pierre Garçon, who caught an AFC Championship record 11 passes for 151 yards and a touchdown en route to national recognition. Lemieux signed Garçon early in the 2009 season when he was largely unknown. The two agreed on a price-per-autograph payment, which Lemieux said is now much lower than the signature’s value. “You’re investing in a player and hoping that something good comes of it,” Lemieux said. “We started his autograph out at $29 and have moved it up to $35.” Just as memorabilia collectors hold items in hope that their value rises, Lemieux does the same with unsold signed items. When Oakland Raiders quarterback Jamarcus Russel was made the No. 1 overall pick in 2007, Lemieux had the exclusive rights to his autographs. He paid a high price hoping Russel would become a star, but this season, he was benched on a losing team. Lemieux said he’s optimistic Russell’s career will rebound, but if it doesn’t, that’s part of the game. “Some of the stuff sits in a box and you never sell it,” he said.

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“It’s a lot like buying stock.” He classified his deal with Garçon as a “home run,” predicting he’s a player who will be on the team for many years and produce good numbers throughout his career. Even now, he said he believes the wide receiver is currently the most popular player on the Colts’ roster behind quarterback Peyton Manning. “Everyone sees how genuine he is, and they all just talk about his big ‘ol smile,” he said. But on-field performance isn’t the only reason for the recent popularity spike. Through Lemieux’s business and his own Web site, Garçon recently raised more than $20,000 for Haiti – his native country. Lemieux and Garçon began selling autographed items for more than the typical price while donating 100 percent of the proceeds to relief efforts. After the NFL season comes to an end, Lemieux said Garçon will go to Haiti and personally deliver the funds, ensuring all the money goes where it’s needed. That genuine personality, along with a belief in his game skills prompted Lemieux to take a chance on Garçon. The second-year player came from Division III Mount Union College in Ohio to a starting spot in Super Bowl XLIV next Sunday, and Lemieux said he’s optimistic his client can continue to climb. “He could be the next Jerry Rice; you never know,” he said. “A small investment like that can turn into something big.”

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Dillinger: more cuts likely in 2011 By Zach Dunkin Current in Carmel As if dealing with a $5 million-plus budget cut for 2010 weren’t difficult enough, Hamilton County Commissioner Steve Dillinger expressed concern today during his State of the County address for what lies ahead in 2011 and 2012. “Our financial advisor predicts we’re going to have to cut our budget again next year to cover a shortfall of about $4.5 million,” Dillinger said in his 22nd State of the County address during the Noblesville Chamber of Commerce’s monthly luncheon at the Oak Hill Mansion in Carmel. “That could mean cutting into basic services, and that is not good.” While already dealing with lost income due to the state-imposed property tax cap, Dillinger said the county must now face a decrease in County Optional Income Tax (COIT) revenue. The COIT was established by the House Enrolled Act 1478 in 2007 to provide an avenue of relief for property taxpayers by allowing counties another funding source for increased spending. “It’s first collected here, then sent to the state then returned to the county after two years,” Dillinger said. “Think about what was happening two years ago. That’s when we were in the depths of our economy, which means our income for COIT, which we (the county

government) rely heavily on, is going to be down the next two years.” Dillinger said the options the county could be facing would be laying off employees, which would affect services, going to a fourday work week of 10-hour days to save facility costs or four-day work week of 8-hour days to reduce salaries, and cutting back on road paving and snow and ice removal. “We can’t put our jails, sheriffs and highway departments on four-day weeks, and can you imagine the backlog in our courts if we went to a four-day week there?” Dillinger said. “None of these options are what we want to do. We’re just going to have to take close look at what happens the next few months here.” Still, he noted, Hamilton County’s financial situation is not as dire as that of other counties in the state. Hamilton County has a $13.7 million surplus, down from $20 two years ago, but still better than many counties with no surplus. The national unemployment rate is 9.4 percent, the state’s is 9.3 percent and the county’s is 6.5 percent. And, he noted, CNN Money ranked Hamilton County 11th place in the U.S. for job growth over the last eight years. “I can sit here and cry and moan about not having any money but, trust me, there are many counties out there going, ‘What are you guys complaining about?’ We have a lot to be thankful for,” he said.

By Kevin Kane Current in Carmel When the Dining a la Heart Fundraiser is held at the Ritz Charles Feb. 28, one Carmel family in particular will be hoping the event is a success. Ann Marie and Eric Jeremy Nelson have two sons – Jeremy and Andrew – both of whom have a heart condition called Long QT Syndrome. Because of the condition, Jeremy and Andrew are both at risk for sudden, uncontrollable changes in their hearts’ rhythm. These instances aren’t common, but each has the potential to be fatal. Jeremy was at baseball tryouts in seventh grade when he had his own incident. He said he wasn’t running, breathing heavily or doing anything else remotely stressful. He simply bent over to pick up a ball, but that was enough to cause an arrhythmia. Already diagnosed with LQTS, Jeremy had an internal defibrillator which kicked in and perhaps saved his life. “I felt like I was getting hit on my back with a baseball bat,” he said. “Had I not had it, I

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don’t know if I would be alive.” But many people with similar heart conditions aren’t diagnosed and do not have an internal defibrillator. Eric said Ann Marie has regularly written letters to schools Andrew stressing the importance of AEDs but said many schools are hesitant to spend money on tight budgets to buy one and, perhaps more importantly, risk it being used by someone unfamiliar with the device. Through Dining a la Heart, The Care Group is assisting The Reviving Hearts Program in purchasing automated external defibrillators (AEDs) for area high schools and providing education on how to use them. So far, Reviving Hearts has placed 35 AEDs, and the proceeds from this year’s Dining a la Heart, expected to draw over 700 guests, will go towards adding to that list. Each AED costs about $2,500, but Eric said the potential benefit of each far outweighs the cost. “The price isn’t that much, especially when it can save a life,” he said.

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JHDJ adoption coordinator Amber Small said there were about 380,000 orphans in Haiti prior to the earthquake. Adopting them now, she said, will be a difficult and uncertain process.

there may be 400 families waiting for one of 40 children. “I am saying to them that it’s a possibility, but there are five, six, seven unknowns,” Jackson said. “What I tell you today may change tomorrow…but there is an effort.” But Jackson said not all interested in adopting want to do so from Haiti. She said the earthquake sparked an interest in adopting for many, but many are looking to assist in what Jackson termed the global “adoption crisis.” “A lot of people said ‘You know what, this just brought it to our attention,’” Jackson said. “That’s been pretty incredible.”

COMMENTARY By Andi Wilson Sometimes, I stare disbelievingly at my husband and ask, “Do you have a hole in your head?” To which he amusingly responds, “Yes, I do.” Two years ago, Carl encountered vision problems, headaches and weight and mood changes. I tried fixing it, completely altering our diet, and was unsuccessful. After much persuasion, Carl went to the doctor. Three days later, Carl said, “The doctor called…I have a brain tumor.” I felt dizzy, then collapsed. That night, feeling hopeless, we planned an uncertain future, discussing what ifs, still unsure what type of brain tumor Carl had. He explained what he wanted if he died – pay off the house, car and medical bills, and take the children on a vacation. He even told me to start dating one year after the funeral. I laughed…and cried. This out-of-body experience began. I helplessly watched myself cry and caress Carl’s face as he wiped tears from my cheeks. Carl had Prolactinoma, a benign pituitary adenoma. One year later, the doctors found something else, a brain condition… Acromegaly. If untreated, Acromegaly can cause enlarged facial features, hands, feet, major internal organs, a compressed spine or

blindness. Carl had brain surgery – where they literally, put a hole in his head. Five hours later, I sat frozen as the surgeon explained that they could not find the tumor. Another MRI divulged the tumor was closer to his carotid artery than they thought. What an unexplainable feeling…drowning in helplessness. One night, I came home where my husband was still recovering. My two youngest children followed me into the bedroom. I collapsed on our bed, silently sobbing. The children saw me and left the room. Carl held me as that out-of-body feeling returned. I looked up to see my little girl, smiling and holding a plate filled with apple pie, Doritos crumbs, a crescent roll and a granola bar. My son stood proudly next to her with a glass of water. They said, “Here, Mommy. This is your dinner so you don’t feel so sad.” I found my appreciation of life. I felt helpless, then in a moment I will remember forever, my children showed me hopelessness is not the end, helping me realize that possibilities still surface, even in powerless moments. Andi and Carl Wilson are Carmel residents. They have three children - ages 16, six and four. You may reach them at FiveAndDogs@gmail.com.

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By Kevin Kane Current in Carmel Many Hoosiers are interested in adopting children from Haiti following the recent earthquake, but a Carmel law firm which handles many international adoptions said that won’t be an easy process. Amber Small, adoption coordinator for Jocham Harden Dimick Jackson (JHDJ), said the law firm has seen a substantial increase in people looking to adopt from the country, but while it won’t be impossible to complete this process, it will be neither quick nor easy. “It was already difficult to adopt from Haiti to begin with,” Small said. “In 2008 the U.S. only had 308 adoptions from there.” Small said language and cultural barriers, corruption, poorly defined procedures and inefficiencies in the Haitian government were all to blame for long delays in the past, but the earthquake has made the process even more unpredictable. Before the disaster, Small said adopting from the country already took anywhere from six months to a year after all paperwork was completed, and there was no telling how long that process would take now. JHDJ founding partner Michelle Jackson said she’s telling those interested in adoption that it’s a risky situation. She said there could be moratoriums and even a chance that the country will not allow adoptions for an extended period of time. Even in the best case scenario, she said

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Is the RPAC worth the high price tag? COMMENTARY By Jason “Hogjawz” Peek The talk in the barbershop this week was over the up-and-coming Regional Performing Arts Center. I noticed a lot of people were pretty uneducated on the cost of the project and what it’s really for. Most people I talked to thought of symphony and Beethoven and opera music. I’m sure it will have that stuff, and it wouldn’t hurt to check it out – it’s culture and art, so you should try it at least once. But this venue is offering more than just the arts. I talked to one of the City Council member, who told me they will try to have soft shows like maybe Elton John or Willie Nelson in an intimate environment. I’d rather shell out a few extra bucks for a more personal experience than sit in the lawn at Verizon Wireless Music Center, or as I like to call it, Deer Creek amphitheater. Imagine a Friday night where you drop the kids off and go check out Brian Setzer or REO Speedwagon at a small venue. Now I’m just throwing out names – nothing is confirmed – but the point is they will get some good shows in there for Carmel and other neigh-

boring cities to enjoy. And it may even bring a bump in business for local merchants. The main concern for our customers was the extensive cost of the venue. Everyone I talked to basically said, “I hope they can fill the seats and make money.” I also heard one of our local builders say that while it is a little fancier than needed, the great buildings of the world would not be great if they skimped on cost and didn’t go the extra mile. Let’s all hope our city officials are on the right page. I think it could be exciting. I know we can’t get Ozzy to play because of the destruction of property scare, but I’m sure you could get a little something for everyone to enjoy. You know, like Van Halen or West Side Story. 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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Help fight for an important local mission COMMENTARY By jeff Worrell Rep. Mike Pence will make a video appearance in Carmel March 6. His video message to the assembled crowd at the Ritz Charles is a major part of the annual fundraiser planned by supporters of the O’Connor House. The former local neighborhood home is now a haven for pregnant woman in crisis who already have children. Searching for money and benefactors to keep the doors open, the inside is warm and contains a never-ending supply of food. Your friends and neighbors are waging the battle every day. Late last year I reported on the O’Connor House and the financial struggle to keep it solvent. Not only did you respond generously with cash donations, but new supporters came forward to provide time and talent to continue the mission. The Carmel church community responded in force, making the O’Connor House a multi-denominational project. Individuals willing to serve on the board of directors to assist and guide House Director Mandy Teter now number 14 strong. Leading the charge to get the O’Connor House on solid fiscal ground are Joe and Susan Barrett, parishioners of St. Maria Goretti Catholic Church. Bill and Kris Bussick and Colleen Dulac of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church are the founders of the project and continue to give their time freely as members of the board of directors. Other board members include Eric

Baker of Grace Baptist Church, Seth Hamilton of Northview Christian Church, Gus and Beth Hartauer of St. Maria Goretti, Jama Winiger of First Baptist Church, and Pete Philhower, Matt Verner, Ellen DeRosa and Eric Murzyn of OLMC. Other local church families providing support to O’Connor House are Central Christian Church, Orchard Park Presbyterian, St. Mark’s Methodist, Carmel United Methodist, Every Nation Church, St. Alphonsus, St. Elizabeth Ann Seaton and Carmel Lutheran. A longtime, dedicated volunteer at the house, Marian Druding passed away unexpectedly this month. She served the women and children with compassion, providing loving direction and correction, patience and understanding, and daily prayers for each woman to succeed and find peace. Her son, Father Vince Druding, will present his talk titled “Give Life. Love Life. Live Life” at the gala event. Dinner, a silent auction, dancing and music by Blue Dorian Jazz Combo will round out the evening. Tickets to the event can be purchased online at www.theoconnorhouse.org or by calling Mandy Teter at 317-508-9627. The cost $50 per person $40 for seniors.

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Hunters, gatherers and bargain shoppers Commentary By Vicki Earley I am convinced there is a hunting and gathering gene in the human biological makeup. Though hunter/gatherer is a term used to describe a survival strategy employed by humans – probably before the discovery of fire and the wheel – the behavior still seems to be woven into our daily lives. For those who doubt my theory, I can provide empirical evidence. Just look in bargain shoppers’ closets and basements. Several years ago, I worked with a client who was ready to have her home pulled together once and for all. Our first meeting was a getto-know-you session and a tour of the space in question. Notes were taken and suggestions were made. Nothing was out of the ordinary. Until she uttered the words, “Oh, by the way.” Experience is a good teacher, and my experience said “Oh, by the way” was a strong indica-

tor that we were about to turn a corner. “Turn a corner” was a mild euphemism for what I was about to encounter. My client escorted me down a hall to a closed door. She opened it, displaying a room filled with mountainous piles of plastic shopping bags. Peaks developed where lamps were stashed, and a precipice formed from numerous framed art prints. This room was the result of years of hunting and gathering bargains. My client recognized that each and every decorating relic was a monument to waste. The items all bore a similar trait – they did not work for this home. These purchases were made with good intentions. My client truly thought she was bringing home that one item that would make her room beautiful and complete at clearance price. In the end, we were able to use some of them items in her “in-home” warehouse. The damaged items and inappropriate pieces were boxed up and donated to charity.

Obviously, this client exhibited an extremes case of hunter/gatherer behavior, but it can lie dormant in all of us. As an interior decorating professional, I encourage clients to do it once and do it right. If a fabric, accessory or piece of furnishing is a compromise based on pricing, it will always be a compromise. The real bargain in home decorating is in doing it right the first time with components you love. Quality trumps quantity. Try this approach: Identify a look you love (I mean really love), remain true to the plan, and if something is out of reach, wait. Just wait. Filling the spot with a concession is a waste if it will need to be redone later. Vicky Earley is the principal designer for Artichoke Designs in downtown Carmel. If you have an interior design question, please contact artichokedesigns@aol.com.

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Just because it’s trendy doesn’t mean you should wear it. Not everyone should wear every trend. Pick and choose what is best for your personality and body type. Don’t bare your midriff unless you’re at the beach. Make sure your shirts aren’t too small so your midsection remains covered.

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The difference between ‘gone’ and ‘went’ COMMENTARY By Brandie Bohney I had a request recently to discuss the differences between gone and went. I thought the request was a little strange at first, because you rarely hear someone say, “I gone to the store,” instead of, “I went to the store.” I was just about to type a response to the reader asking her to clarify when I realized that I was thinking of the mistake in the wrong direction. Instead, people use went in lieu of gone. Once again, this is an error that is really one made one way. Went is the past tense of go. Gone, on the other hand, is the past perfect tense of go. In case the words past and past perfect are making you feel queasy, have no fear. Words in simple past tense don’t accompany auxiliary verbs like has or is. Words in past perfect require an auxiliary verb. If all past and past perfect verbs were different, this would probably be no big deal, but in English, you form most past and past perfect tenses in the exact same way: with the addition of the –ed suffix. So that’s part of the problem. Regular verbs are the same in past and past perfect. It’s just as correct to say, “She arrested the suspect,” as

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• Indiscriminate affection • Poor conscience development • Poor eye contact • Poor peer relationships • Preoccupation with fire, gore and blood. • Seductive behaviors Triangulation is another symptom of attachment disorder. This is when a child sets one adult against another through deception and manipulation. This is very evident in divorced families. Awareness is the first step in combating the attachment disorder. Parents must learn to control themselves and the environment and avoid attempting to control or “fix” the child. Setting healthy behavioral limits and assigning chores goes a long way in teaching children to have healthy attachments. Children with attachment disorder need to learn to not only take care of themselves, but also to contribute to the rest of the family. Chores, as a behavioral consequence and NOT a punishment, will help teach them they are important members of the family, because of their natural attachment. 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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‘Under the Big Top’ offers audiences a unique experience By Haley Vannarsdall Current in Carmel The Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre, located in Carmel at 329 Gradle Dr., is featuring an eastern European-themed circus performance called, Under the Big Top. GHDT puts its unique take on this cabaret-style show by incorporating the audience for a more personal atmosphere for an “up-close and personal” experience. “Audience members are fascinated to see dance so close, hear the dancers breathing, and really experience the physicality of dance,” said Gregory Hancock, artistic director. This is the first time the theatre has portrayed a circus-theme compared to its past shows where the focus was mainly cultural themes. The performers are modern dancers, meaning they have combined ethnic and character dance forms with circus elements to create their unique dance style. “Audience members often comment how surprised they are by our programming and how they always learn something new through our programming,” Hancock said. Going back to the days of gypsies and caravans, the theatre has revolved the show around more of an eastern European style. “Our dance company is known for combining many different elements in our programming, including elements of music, theatre and dance,” Hancock said. Besides the distinct style of dance and atmosphere, the theatre also makes sure to include costumes that enhance the audience’s overall experience. Cabaret-style dancing is exclusive to the GHDT and will captivate all who watch. Show dates are Fridays and Saturdays Feb. 12, 13, 19, 20 26, 27 at 7:30 PM, and Sundays Feb. 14, 21 and 28 at 2:00 PM at the Academy of the Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre. Tickets are $35, which includes circus-themed snacks and beverages along with the cabaret-style dance performance. Due to limited seating, reservations are required; reserve tickets at 846-2441.

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When: Classes are available now through Valentine’s Day Where: The Indianapolis Art Center Details: The Indianapolis Art Center is now hosting sampler classes devoted to creating glass heart paperweights. The classes provide an opportunity to create a unique Valentine’s Day gift for your loved ones. The Art Center is holding the sampler classes during the first two weeks of February, in preparation for the holiday. There is only a $28 fee per person to register online for the classes and the Art Center also provides an opportunity for you and your date to take the class together. If you do not have time to take a class but would still like a unique gift, the paperweight hearts are on sale in the Basil Studio Shop at the Art Center.

Where: 450 Lane 100 Lake James, Angola, Ind., Getting there: From Noblesville, take I-69 north to Exit 154 near park entrance. 2 ½ hours, 150 miles. Hours: 5 p.m.-10 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.10 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday through Feb. 28. Also open from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Photo provided by Pokagon State Park Riders glide down the refrigerated, quarter-mile track at speeds up to 45 mph at on President’s Day, Pokagon State Park. Feb. 15. Cost: $10 per hour. Maximum of four people per sled, which is provided. Gate admission to the park is $4 per car weekdays and $5 weekends. Information: (760) 833-2012 and www.in.gov/dnr/parklake/2973.htm What: In the summer, Lake James and Snow Lake in this area offer abundant opportunities for boating, swimming and fishing. But in the winter, all attention turns to the Pokagon State Park’s storied, quarter-mile toboggan track, where riders whiz down a frozen channel of ice on sleds at speeds of up to 40 miles per hour. Refrigerated since 1971, no snow is required for dual tracks to be operational. There’s also a warming station with drinks and snacks. Additional winter activities at the park include cross country skiing, hiking and bird-watching. The cozy, Potawatomi Inn has 137 guest rooms and a swimming pool. Rates start at $65. The lodge’s historic dining room serves breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, in addition to a Sunday brunch.

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Which Wich is a chain restaurant that established its first Indiana location in August 2009. Which Wich takes a unique approach to ordering a sandwich. The time-consuming process of coming to a decision on which sandwich you would like is not a factor at Which Wich. Each customer creates their own sandwich on a provided sandwich bag, much like you would prepare a check before going to a bank register. The bag comes with a menu and the costumer has complete control to fill in their preference for bread, meat, cheese and toppings. The menu also provides prearranged sandwiches. Each order is then put through Which Wich’s unique zip-line system for a timely creation and payment process. Which Wich is one of Carmel’s most customizable sandwich stops. With plenty of seating available, Which Wich is great for any sandwich craving.

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Wine and movies – a perfect combination COMMENTARY By Richelle Rider I love movies, and I love wine. In the past few years, wine has been a hot topic in Hollywood. The movies “Sideways” and “Bottle Shock” are two examples. Some vineyards have actually been used as a filming production site such as the re-make of “Parent Trap” with Lindsay Lohan. Some famous movie producers are also vintners. Francis Ford Coppola, for one, has a vineyard in Napa Valley, Calif. Some movies are not about wine per se, but have some unforgettable scenes utilizing the beverage. I thought I would share my “picks” on some “flicks” that are top on my movie list. “French Kiss” with Meg Ryan and Kevin Kline. It is toward the end of the movie where she drinks wine and really thinks about what creation she is tasting. She correlates it to distinctive smells, personality and structure components of the drink with some assistance from her French scene partner who plays a thief but has a true passion for wine. “A Walk in the Clouds” with Keanu Reeves. The part in the movie where they are celebrating the harvest of the vineyard. This

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sensual scene captures music, laughter, dance, romance and the historical wine-making technique of crushing grapes with your feet. Also, all throughout the movie there are beautiful shots of the family vineyard estate that are just breath-taking. Julia Roberts in “Pretty Woman.” In this scene she (aka “Vivian”) gulps down a glass of champagne before her co-star (aka Richard Gere) can even offer her a strawberry to compliment the sparkling beverage. I love how she just consumes it like she would a glass of water after a workout. Speaking of champagne, did you know that James Bond was one of the most classic film champagne drinkers? Or that Jack Nicholson and Marilyn Monroe’s beverage of choice is also champagne? How about movie stars such as Keanu Reeves and Johnny Depp’s favorite beverage being red wine? Richelle Rider is a chef/owner at Woody’s Library Restaurant, 40 E. Main St. in Carmel. For more information, visit www. woodyscarmel.com or her catering Web site, www.chefinspired.com

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Super ideas at your gridiron gathering By Molly Herner Current in Carmel The Super Bowl party has become one of those great American pastimes, rivaling even a birthday or Fourth of July party. And although our grand captivation with American football escapes me, I do appreciate family gatherings with copious amounts of food and alcohol! There are a few standards, I’m told, that are musts for a good Super Bowl party: beer and nachos, two of my very favorites. Hmm, maybe I do like football, after all. This year, offer a variety of superior beers in serveyourself mini-kegs, instead of the watered-down, light stuff. Beer, in my opinion, should be cold, frothy and pilsner-esque in body and taste. Nothing beats a good, cold Stella Artois or even a Heineken with your grub-feast. For delectable nachos with a touch

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By Jeff Lindsay This book is narrated by Dexter Morgan, a forensics blood spatter specialist with the Miami Dade Police Department, and a darkly funny character who also happens to be a serial killer. This fast-paced thriller has a strong twist of ironic humor. Dexter has established his own rules which include killing only “very bad people” who get what they deserve – those who have escaped the legal system or were never suspects in the first place. He was taught this “golden rule” by his adoptive father, Harry. Amidst all of this, Dexter balances everyday life with his secret identity and keeps up a façade of normalcy. Dexter’s sister is a Miami cop who is currently working on a series of gruesome killings of prostitutes and she needs his help. Dexter helps his sister solve the murders in order to keep tabs on the latest crimes and on his next victim. Things begin to unfold when it starts to look like Dexter himself may be the murderer. Dexter is obviously a very twisted character but somehow author Jeff Lindsay’s writing keeps the tone witty and light, which is truly a testimony to his skill as a writer. The Dexter series of books is now a hit television series on Showtime. Other titles in the book series include “Dexter by Design,” “Dexter in the Dark” and “Dearly Devoted Dexter.” Reviewed by Susan Wylin CCPL Reference Librarian Visit the Carmel Clay Public Library’s Web site at www.carmel.lib.in.us for more book reviews.

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Dining a la Heart Chefs' Competition

The Dining a la Heart Fundraiser on Feb. 28 will feature the creations of several local chefs. Many of them participated in a competition at H.H. Gregg Jan. 25. Local chefs and media personnel scored each dish, and the chefs with the best hearthealthy entrees and desserts will be announced and awarded prizes at the event. 1. Kevin McHugh from the Ritz Charles 2. Matt Bush of Fleming's 3. Krystal Denz and Bryan Ferrera of Treat America Dining 4. WISH-TV's Scott Sander and Terry Stacey of WIBC 5. Joy Dumandan of WISH-TV Photos by Kevin Kane

Ten foot-care tips for the New Year 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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MUSIC Carmel Symphony Orchestra

‘All Shook Up’

From Feb. 19 through March 7, Carmel Repertory Theater will present “All Shook Up,” a musical featuring the sweets sounds of Elvis. Performances will be at 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. on Sundays, and a special performance will take place Feb. 20 in conjunction with the Carmel High School Dance Marathon. Call 317-767-3973 for details

Cat on a Hot Tin Roof

Carmel Community Players will present Tennessee Williams' timeless play “Cat on a Hot Tin Roof” during a two-week run beginning Feb. 11 at the Carmel Community Playhouse at Clay Terrace. Performances are at 8 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and 2:30 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for students/ seniors and can be purchased at www.carmelplayers. org or by calling 317-815-9387.

The Foreigner

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.

The Carmel Symphony Orchestra will hold a performance on Feb. 14 to be enjoyed by music fans of all ages. The concert will take place at 3 p.m. at Westfield High School. Call 317-844-9717 for details.

Be My Valentine with Blair Clark

Join local entertainer Blair Clark at the Woodland Country Club on Feb. 12, 7 to 11 p.m.. Heather Ramsey will join Clark for duets throughout the evening. Tickets are $45 and include a buffet dinner. Visit Hblairclark.com to purchase online, or call 324-8320 for details.

THEATRE Housewives of Manheim

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.

Bus Stop

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.

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: Feb. 5: Zanna-Doo! Feb. 6: The Late Show Feb. 12: Henry Lee Summer and Friends Feb. 13: Peace Train & the Flower Power Brass Feb. 19: The Good Seed Feb. 20: Toy Factory

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.

LECTURE Ben Vereen coming to Carmel

Carmel Community Players is bringing Tony awardwinning 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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What will your story be? COMMENTARY By David Cain Sometimes when I run, I look like a bear that’s been shot with a tranquilizer dart, lumbering along just trying to get back to my den. Regardless, I still do it. I still am compelled to feel the crisp air in my lungs. Yesterday, I was running, nearing the end of my trek, when I ran by a Twizzler strawberry licorice wrapper right in the middle of the sidewalk. I was maybe two blocks from my house and making my final surge to get the great grizzly back to his home. Even so, I couldn’t get the thought of that wrapper out of my head. I kept thinking that I should have picked it up. I should have thrown it away. How could I run by the wrapper without action? Is that my story? Every day you write your story with your actions. What you do, how you live – both are a part of who you are, what you stand for … your story. Was my story going to be “the guy who could run over a candy wrapper in the very subdivision where he lives?” So I thought, if I go back to pick up the wrapper and rewrite today’s story of myself, where will it stop? How much trash do I have to pick up? I thought for a second and profoundly realized the question is not, “Where will it stop?” It’s, “When will it

start?” For me, I decided, it starts today. I rounded the corner and headed back. As I approached the wrapper, I saw a plastic Dr. Pepper bottle off to the side in the grass. I grabbed all of it up quickly so no one would see me and started to run for home. I probably looked more like a lousy runner with a sweet tooth than a bear. I put the wrapper in the trash and the bottle in the recycling bin. It really doesn’t matter whether we are talking about a company or a person; our actions write our story. And you can rewrite your story at any moment by just making the decision to do it. While it might be easier to understand and practice this premise as a person, it seems a more challenging concept for companies to grasp. How you act defines who you are. How your company does business and treats customers also defines that business. Is your business willing to pick up the wrapper? It’s a safe bet your customers expect it.

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Health is the most important consideration before cosmetic surgery COMMENTARY By Dr. Barry Eppley As of Jan. 1, a law has taken effect in California with the intent to provide greater safety for patients undergoing plastic surgery. Known as the “Donda West Law,” it is named after rap artist Kanye West’s mother, who died a day after cosmetic surgery in 2007. According to autopsy results, West died of pre-existing coronary artery disease and other unspecified postoperative events a day after she underwent a tummy tuck, breast surgery and liposuction. This new law requires a physical examination within 30 days before a procedure and clearance from a doctor, nurse practitioner or physician’s assistant before cosmetic surgery is performed. In essence, this makes it illegal for doctors to perform elective cosmetic surgery without a physical examination and clearance from a medical professional. This law will actually change very little in most plastic surgeons’ practices, because reputable surgeons take a medical history and perform a physical examination before any major procedure. But it does reinforce several important concepts about cosmetic surgery. First, a cosmetic procedure like the one Donde West went through is major surgery. It should be viewed in the same light by a patient as having a hip replacement or gastric bypass

surgery. While it may not be exactly the same, the extent of the procedure does pose risks, which can be magnified based on one’s medical history or pre-existing health conditions. Second, while not every procedure needs laboratory testing beforehand, many do, and that expense should be seen as just part of the procedure. Lastly, be concerned if this information is not required of you before any major cosmetic surgery. Taking a medical history and filling out forms is almost always the first step before you see a plastic surgeon. While the potential changes cosmetic surgery can create can be somewhat euphoric when one is pondering the procedure(s), the most important consideration is your safety. If a plastic surgeon suggests you should not have the operation or recommends a less extensive approach, you would be wise to heed those suggestions. In some cases, doing the procedure in stages is both easier and safer for you. It may cost somewhat more and be an additional inconvenience, but that is a small sacrifice to pay for your health.

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What do you want out of your life? COMMENTARY By Dr. Robert Montgomery When you were born you had to discover what you needed to stay alive. When you were born you already knew what you wanted. But how much of what you wanted did you have to give up for what you thought you needed? Now is the time to go back and start thinking about things that you might want in your life. If those things you want are not there, now is the time to start looking for them. You can start by meditating every day. What you want is more a part of your instinct than what you need to stay alive. Sit quietly for seven minutes every day around 10 a.m. Before you close your eyes at night, take a few moments to ask yourself, “What do I want out of my life, and what did I accomplish today to get it?” Most people your age are haunted by what you want because you know that money and lifestyle have, in fact, taken control of your life. Do you feel the nagging constant emptiness of the incongruent life? Are you ignoring your “self ” to live for other people, purposes, and goals that are not your own? Now is the time to reconnect with the authentic “self ” that only you can recognize in those precious moments when you meditate

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SITS? What are they? COMMENTARY By Sally Feldman Everyone has heard of rotator cuff muscles, but no one knows too much about them. You should know something more about your SITS muscles when it comes to walking around in this ice. I’ve had two friends recently who fell on the ice and now have ongoing pain in their shoulders. They’re in constant agony and have little to no range of motion. What they didn’t know is they could have prevented this if they had concentrated on their SITS muscles before they walked out the door. Just like practicing the piano, a little bit daily goes a long way. The rotator cuff (SITS) is a group of four muscles that surround the humeral head (ball of the shoulder joint). The supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres minor, and subcapularis. The muscles function to provide rotation, elevate the arm and give stability to the shoulder joint (glenohumeral joint). The supraspinatus is most frequently involved in degenerative tears of the rotator cuff. More than one tendon can be involved. There is a bursa (sac) between the rotator cuff and acromion that allows the muscles to glide freely when moving. When rotator cuff tendons are injured or damaged, this bursa often becomes inflamed and painful.

Pain, loss of motion and weakness may occur when one of the rotator cuff tendons tears. The tendons generally tear off at their insertion (attachment) onto the humeral head. Ouch! One of the best things you could do (if you insist on skipping the trip to the gym) is take some soup cans and do 6” arm circles out to the side. Do three sets of 10 reps with a rest in between each set. Another idea is to lie facedown on your bed and, with your head slightly off the edge, lift your arms to the side, (T’s) and then over your head, (Y’s) and behind you (I’s) - again lifting your own body weight with three sets of 10 reps for each position. This will strengthen those SITS muscles and give you a fighting chance. You may even be able to catch yourself when you are on your way down in the driveway. If it is too late, and you are a hurtin’ puppy, make sure to get some advice from your doctor, and then schedule a massage to get the circulation back into those SITS. 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

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Christianity and sportsmanship go hand in hand COMMENTARY By Bob Walters Christianity embodies the ultimate in sportsmanship: loving one’s enemy. Sportsmanship is also about fidelity to team, obeisance to rules, abhorrence of cheating, discipline of preparation, trying one’s best, reveling in competition, respecting rival competitors, overcoming obstacles, sharing success, perseverance. Lots of stuff. In a perfect world, that would all describe the community of Christ. So … central Indiana … how did you feel a year and a half ago when you heard Patriots quarterback Tom Brady was out for the season with a knee injury? Or during last week’s AFC Championship game? How do you feel today about the (NFL) Saints? Charitable? At peace? Faithful? Fulfilled? Send Brady a get-well card did you? Hoping New Orleans has a pleasant and sportsmanship-filled experience vs. our Colts at Super Bowl XLIV? Sporting endeavor has many faces. Remember Jake Porter and the “viral video” from late 2006? Jake, a mentally retarded (inherited Chromosomal Fragile-X) high school senior from southern Ohio, scored a late, uncontested touchdown when his team, Northwest, was trailing 42-0 to Waverly, which stood aside as Jake happily ran 40 yards into the end zone. Loved the moment. Felt warm inside. It’s a righteous world where things like that happen.

But c’mon. Unless one is a class-A jerk, it’s easy to be a sportsman when one is easily winning. The true test of humanity, and of faith, is when times are challenging, not when we’re up 42-0. Remember the “Cobra-kai’s” whacko sensei in “The Karate Kid?” Don’t you hate that guy? “Sweep the leg!” Would you ever possibly pray for that guy? How about the opposing coach in “Remember the Titans” who called Denzel Washington’s character a monkey? Kill the racist with kindness? Or just kill him. Striving and struggle and decency. Humility and grace. That’s sportsmanship. Winning at all costs for earthly reward and renown … that’s soulless idolatry. God loves to see his kids play, and “running the race” (Hebrews 12:1) is a vibrant Biblical picture of living our lives for God’s glory. Let’s keep a firm handle on the fleeting, temporary and earthly glory of sports achievement. Whether one has just lost a game or won the championship, lost a job or won the lottery, the challenge of eternal victory is equally great. The best win – a forever kind of win – is when Christ wins our heart. Be sure Christ has a sporting chance in your life.

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It’s time to just let it go COMMENTARY By Rachael Noble Have you ever been stuck in breakup land and unable to find a way to move on? Here are some quick tips for survival and moving on: Give yourself some time to grieve, be angry, feel hurt and talk to your BFF, family members and the dude at the bus stop 100 times until you’ve driven them all crazy and they’ve heard, “Did I tell you about the time we walked and talked on the Monon Trail until 2 a.m. and did I tell you that he told me he loved me more than his dog and he had never told that to any girl before?” so many times that they can quote these stories by heart. After this period is over, it is officially time to put away the hurts and the memories and move on. Speaking of putting away memories, you may want to start by boxing up all the old sappy memorabilia and photos and pack them away. Just getting them out of sight and out of mind is a good start. Then slowly you can transition these items to the trash or have an official bon voyage bonfire with your friends. Let it go. No need to keep searching the online dating profiles to see if your ex’s profile is back up again, or thinking “what if,” or just “happening” to call your ex to let her know you

still have some of her things (when you clearly have her mailing address to send the items to her) because you miss her. It’s time to let it go, bro. Remember to actually leave your house. I know, you want to sit in your favorite 10-yearold holy PJs all alone, watching sappy chic flicks or endless hours of ESPN Classic, munching on 2-week-old leftovers. But at some point, you must literally force yourself to get back out there, start up the ol’ workout routine and start socializing again. So dust those cobwebs off your fancy pants, take it one outing at a time, and you’ll soon find yourself back in the saddle again! Avoid dwelling on the past. How do we do this? By dwelling on the present and the future. Stay busy, create a new hobby, give back to your community. It’s time to move on, dear single. Know that you are not alone and it’s time for good things to come!

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Is in-flight Wi-Fi effective, safe? COMMENTARY By Gary Hubbard In-flight Wi-Fi brings a whole new meaning to the term “cloud computing.” In past years, the offerings were expensive, restrictive and inconsistent. That’s all changed with today’s options, and it’s what every business traveler has been praying for! Here is an actual experience from a Data Doctors owner who just used this service. “My personal experience with in-flight Wi-Fii was on a cross-country Delta flight, and it proved to be a very productive use of $12.95. I was able to complete work that would normally have been delayed until after getting off the plane late at night. The primary task was to get our newsletter completed and delivered, which is very web-intensive … so a reliable Internet connection was critical. I was pleasantly surprised at the speed and reliability of the connection (or maybe I managed my expectations really well!) and more importantly, was grateful that I didn’t have to stay up late after a long flight to complete my work. The actual service that I used was from Gogo (www.gogoinflight.com), which currently works with Air Canada, AirTran, American Airlines, Delta, United and Virgin America and is scheduled to launch service on Continental and U.S. Airways this year.” Not all flights on all carriers are offering Wi-Fi at the moment (you can check which air-

lines are offering it on which aircraft at Gogo’s Web site). In most cases, it is being offered only on longer flights (3+ hours), but that is bound to change. Gogo’s service is based on a special high-speed cellular frequency that communicates via towers on the ground in the continental US. Another provider Row 44 (www. row44.com) is a satellite-based service, which will allow it to provide service on transcontinental and domestic flights. The company is working with Alaska Airlines and Southwest, among other international carriers. As of this writing, the providers and airlines are not blocking access to any specific content or Web sites and are relying on passengers to behave themselves (this could change!) Also, the Internet service can only be used at 10,000 feet or higher, so it’s not like you can use it during the whole flight or if you get stuck on the tarmac for hours waiting to take off. Any device that is Wi-Fi enabled and has a browser can make use of the connection: laptops, Netbooks, smartphones and even the iPod Touch and some handheld gaming sys-

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‘Anything done for another is done for oneself’ COMMENTARY By Mike Redmond I realize a good share of you nice folks turn to this space looking for something that will make you laugh. I also realize a good share turn to it and wonder why I still have a job, but that’s a topic for another time. Today I’d like to set the comedy aside and talk about something I saw on an Internet that just infuriated me, and still does. The subject was Haiti. A person on a social network site was appealing to friends to contribute whatever they could to the relief effort. For all intents and purposes, she was preaching to the choir. Most everyone answered that they had already given money and planned to donate more. And then came the entry that lit my fuse. Someone said that instead of Haiti, we had a moral obligation to help people at home, and then asked, “What did Haiti do for us after 9/11?”

I put that exact question to the Mr. Google and found another entry from another site saying: “They’re making such a big deal about how everyone should send money down to Haiti to help them out because of the earthquake. Has everyone forgotten that Haiti hates us? Have they ever tried to help us during any of our disasters?” Like I said, I was steamed. Ignorance and selfishness do that to me. Haiti, as we have all learned because it is said on every news program, is the poorest country in the Western Hemisphere. Average income – measured back before the earthquake, when they still had places to eke out a living – is $20 a day. What, exactly, was Haiti supposed to offer after 9/11 or Hurricane Katrina? Certainly not money. The place exports coffee and sisal. Coffee we have. Sisal is used to make dart-

boards. I don’t recall anyone mentioning a dartboard shortage. And you know what? Neither do I remember anyone mentioning Haitian hatred of America. I have found people who want that to be true so it fits their narrative for how we’re wasting our money and manpower on those they assure us are ingrates. They don’t have any proof. They’ve never even met anyone from Haiti. They just “know.” My experience is that most people in this world don’t hate America. They are wary of our government, and in some cases rightfully so. They’re not exactly alone in that sentiment, you know. Plenty of people right here are wary of our government, too. I’m going to go out on a limb and bet that some of the people who said these things are among the 76 percent of Americans who identify themselves as Christian. I’m no Bible scholar, but I don’t remember Jesus ever saying anything about mercy having a residency requirement.

Charity begins at home, I agree, but nobody said anything about it stopping there. And even if the Haitians DID hate us, what about Matthew 5:44? “But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you.” Pope John Paul II once said, “Anything done for another is done for oneself.” Viewed that way, charity abroad IS charity at home. But I doubt I could get the Moron-American community to understand, because they are not paying attention to another saying by that same wise man: “Stupidity,” he said, “is also a gift of God, but one mustn’t misuse it.” Mike Redmond is an author, journalist, humorist and speaker. Write him at mike@ mikeredmondonline.com or P.O. Box 44385, Indianapolis, IN 46244.

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I think I’m starting to spend too much time with the dog COMMENTARY By Dick Wolfsie A few weeks ago, I related the story of my poor 62-year-old knee that may require replacement, or at the very least, a little high-tech poking around by my orthopedist. I prefer the word orthopedist to the alternative name orthopod, which sounds like I’m going to be strapped to a gurney and clawed by a lobster. Then the other yesterday, I discovered that my dog, Toby, has a virtually identical malady, a degenerative cruciate ligament, making it difficult for him to negotiate stairs and chase squirrels. I stopped chasing rodents long ago, but I have no intention of sleeping downstairs on the couch with a chubby beagle. It’s bad enough that the two of us are starting to look alike, but I don’t think we should be getting the same illnesses. Even at my age, I still sport an occasional pimple, but it would be hard to go on TV with even a mild case of mange. And I can get a few days off if I get the flu, but I’m not going to call in sick with fleas. I just won’t do it. Part of the problem is Toby and I are the same age, assuming, of course we observe the

old canard that one year in a dog’s life is the equivalent to seven in a human’s. I don’t think we do this age adjustment with any other species. “Hey, Charlie, how old is Fred, your giant turtle?” “About a 150 years old – 54 in human years.” “Say, Neil, what’s the age of that fruit fly of yours.” “About 12 seconds old. About 112 in human years.” Yesterday, I read that your pet can get H1N1. I’ve had dogs and cats my whole life, and I’ve been pretty tolerant of the fact that rabies was always a lurking possibility, but I never expected this. Now I’m so paranoid, I think my dog has the flu. I admire you people with goldfish. The article said sneezing could be an indication of the virus in your furry friend, so I spent most of last week trying to teach Toby to sneeze in his right front leg. He was extremely resistant. You just can’t teach a dog good hygiene. I am also keeping an eye out for other symptoms. Chills are often present with the flu, but it hard to tell if a canine has the chills. When your dog is asleep, just about every part of his body kind of ripples, so you don’t know if he’s having one

of those erotic toy poodle dreams or is possessed by an alien. It’s tougher with cats. Flu symptoms include lethargy and lack of interest, which, correct me if I’m wrong, is the definition of a cat. What do you do with a dog that has the flu? The experts recommend plenty of bed rest, which seems pretty easy since most dogs sleep about 18 hours a day. Millions of years ago, canines spent time hunting for prey, but now the whole meal comes in a huge 40-pound sack, which is how I hurt my knee. Finally, this column is starting to make sense. At this point, I’m not sure what else I can do. I tried putting one of those masks on him, but he keeps pulling it off and chewing it. I also have been insisting that he not have any nose to nose contact with any of his buddies, but that’s been hard to enforce and, considering the alternative, I’m just going to leave well enough alone.

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Winter interest in the landscape COMMENTARY By Randy Sorrell A critical element in landscape design is creating winter interest, typically accomplished with evergreens. Fortunately, stimulating alternatives are available. Most homes have a sufficient supply of yew, juniper and boxwood, but my preferred evergreen for cold weather intrigue has to be the Princess Holly. Her blue – green glossy, serrated foliage provides a vibrant contrast for its orange berries. Most holly performs best in the protected environment of the north or east side of your home. Prevailing winter winds and direct summer sun often scald the leaves, leaving them unsightly. Female holly needs a buddy to produce berries, so confirm that a male (prince) holly exists in your landscape for every six females or so. Tired guys! If your prefer something a little more dramatic for winter interest, introduce a series of these: • Ornamental grasses turn a marvelous toasty color, provide movement and stark contrast against frost or snow. Every landscape deserves a few of these. • Yellow-and red-twigged dogwood shrubs planted in mass or as a specimen give great winter stem color, as the name implies. Allow room for plenty of growth and cut to the ground every few years to maintain stem color. • Big Blue Liriope (not spicata, an aggressive spreader), a 12” tall semi evergreen perennial and

member of the lily family, can highlight festive bed lines and often maintains bold black berries into the winter. • Consider Bayberry, inkberry and lenten rose. • Most homes will support a majestic blue spruce, even if it’s a dwarf variety • Never underestimate the unique branching structure of clump ornamental trees (serviceberry, Kousa dogwood, redbuds) and those with peculiar textured bark (birch, beech, sycamore, paper-bark maples, Japanese maples). My favorite is the winterking hawthorne, aptly named for the profuse orange berries that persist into February, peeling bark and pesky thorns. • Boulder clusters, dry creek beds and large curvilinear bed lines offer some interest. • Erect seed heads of coneflower, sedum and hydrangea can look pretty cool too, or messy, depending on your perspective. Relying on evergreens completely for winter interest may work, but adding some variety will often produce a more intriguing palate. In the next few weeks, perform a quick inspection and note any necessary 2010 landscape adjustments. Randy Sorrell is president of SURROUNDINGS by NatureWorks+, a Carmel home improvement firm. He may be reached at 317-679-2565, randy@ choosesurroundings.com or www. choosesurroundings.com.

Spiders and other insects are our friends – even (ugh!) cockroaches COMMENTARY By Holly Funk Funnyman Jerry Seinfeld nailed it when he quipped, “I know I’m not going to understand women. I’ll never understand how you can take boiling hot wax, pour it on to your upper thigh, rip the hair out by the root and still be afraid of spiders.” And we relate because for the most part, it’s true. Well not this girl, Jerry. I’m not scared of any old arachnid. Or any bugs for that matter. I will say that I do prefer a razor to the wax, however. But I digress. I feel sorry for the spider, as he is merely trying to exist in this world. He wanders into your home, seeking warmth and shelter, stumbles upon you taking a shower and the last thing he “hears” is shrieking before being squished in a tissue. Ouch! Poor guy. I can’t get people to understand that spiders are extremely beneficial insects. Mighty predators, they actually keep many other insects in check. Like, if we didn’t have them, my house

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could be overrun with those little roly poly bugs, and I really don’t like those things. But, in fact, I can see something good about almost any little insect. They can’t help it that they are creepy and crawly. Many of them are important pollinators, predators or composters and even if they aren’t, they are food for other creatures. Who are we to say they are inferior to the human? Without the checks and balances of the insect and animal world, we could not even exist. And that’s the truth. Ruth. I say I’m not scared, but I will pass out over the sight of a cockroach. I still won’t kill it though. I’ll pack my bags and check out before you can even say “spider.” Holly Funk is an Indiana accredited horticulturist and advanced master gardener residing in Noblesville. Email your gardening woes (or wisdom) to hollyfunk75@yahoo.com.

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A&J TOWING

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INTERIOR – EXTERIOR Quality Workmanship Over 25 Years Experience Reasonable Prices & References Free Estimates Insured Call Steve 317-773-1834

Tax preparaTion by a MBA/JD Tom Ayer 698-7816

We Buy Junk and Unwanted Autos No title, No Problem with ID! 317-902-8230

Women’s Self-Defense course starting February 11th. Six- week course provides women with the skills and knowledge to escape from an attacker or sexual assault. To inquire call Greg at 506-0973 or go to www.indybjj.com

10% off

any repair with a copy of this ad thru Feb. 20, 2010

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All New QUEEN PILLOW TOP Mattress Set. $150 still in bag Can Deliver (317) 223-9301

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Mi Escuelita

I BUY: Jewelry, Gold, Silver, Platinum, Rolex, Diamonds, Old Coins, Bullion Coins, silverware, Old watches, estate items and anything of value. Call 317-4965581 or visit us today at www. indyestatebuyer.com

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Spanish Immersion Preschool 3085 West 116th St. Carmel, IN 46032 (317) 575-9379 miescuelita2010@hotmail.com

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Do you know three reasons you should consider living in THE NEW YORKER APARTMENTS located at 3707 – 3715 N. Meridian Street in Downtown Indianapolis. • You will save time & money • You will meet new people and new friends • You will have access to public transportation, to churches, schools, entertainment and shopping

Guitar Lessons

You work hard, so by living at The New Yorker Apartments you will have time to enjoy your life … and to have all the convenience of living downtown.

Beginners thru Advanced All styles Electric-Acoustic-Bass Private Lessons Parent-Child Lessons

IT’S TRUE: Schedule an appointment to just come and see how much time and money you can save.

With Baker Scott

near Carey Road & 146th Carmel 317-

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Come on in and visit The New Yorker Apartments. Call - 784-5899 or 435-8618 and make an appointment. You might be surprised at the pleasant, large apartments that are available at such affordable prices.

STUDIOS, 1-2 BEDROOMS - FENCED PARKING LOT Professionally Managed by: MOYNAHAN-WILLIAMS Call Debbie – 317-435-8618

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Carmel Clay School Corporation

Now Hiring Hotel Concierge

Part-time Shirt Presser

is accepting applications for School Bus Aides Assist special needs children to and from school Training provided. $10.55 hour Apply on-line to www.ccs.k12.in.us AA/EOE

Carmel Clay School Corporation

is now training School Bus Drivers. Paid Training to obtain Class B, CDL Starting at $82 day after successful completion of training Pay up to $88/day based on experience; paid bi-weekly Available to earn attendance bonus Apply on-line to www.ccs.k12.in.us, AA/EOE

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Seeking Savvy individual to give VIP treatment to guests in the Club Lounge. Hours are Sunday – Thursday from 4pm to midnight Apply in person

11925 N. Meridian St. Carmel,IN 46032 | (317) 816-0777

Booth Space Available For hair stylists Pointe 99 Salon Call 844-1760 and ask for Ann 99 E. Carmel Dr. Suite H

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is looking for a part-time shirt presser. Must be professional, willing to learn and grow with the Drycleaner. Will train the right person; if you have experience you will be asked to prove your skills. Please call 706-1011; ask for Helen or Ken.

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Seamstress Drycleaner in the Carmel/Westfield area is looking for an experienced seamstress. Must be professional and have proven alteration and sewing skills. This could be a great business opportunity for the right person. Please call 706-1011 ask for Helen or Ken.

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Make It Fit Now Now is when nutrition, activity and good habits can fit into your daily routine. No schedule is too busy to improve your wellness, and with the support of Clarian North Medical Center and the cities of Carmel and Westfield, you can access the resources you need to achieve a healthier lifestyle. The Make It Fit Now wellness challenge is underway, offering participants a progressive, 12-week plan in addition to screenings, educational opportunities, key health resources, classes, seminars and other free health events. Participants receive free health journals at our events to keep them motivated. Join the challenge by registering online at www.MakeItFitNow.com

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