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Crystal Thorpe, FJHS principal, recently received the Ford Freedom Unsung award, last month at the Indiana Historical Society. (Photo by Brian Brosmer) Founded Jan. 25, 2011, at Fishers, IN Vol. IV, No. 2 Copyright 2013. Current Publishing, LLC All Rights Reserved. 30 South Range Line Road Carmel, IN 46032 317.489.4444 info@youarecurrent.com The views of the columnists in Current in Fishers are their own and do not necessarily reflect the positions of this newspaper.
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DISPATCHES Timmer named Player of the Year – HSEHS’s Kirsten Timmer won Player of the Year honors from the Indiana Soccer Coaches Association. Kirsten was named the top senior player in the state of Indiana at an honor banquet hosted by the Indiana Soccer Coaches Association. Timmer Kirsten was also selected as an All-American player from the National Soccer Coaches Association. She has also been named a finalist for the Gatorade Player of the Year program.
By Nancy Edwards • nancy@youarecurrent.com Editors’ note: This story is being reprinted in part to clarify what was provided to Current during the interview process. It first appeared Service on Page 12 of Current in Fishers on Jan. 7. New iPads, which will be available to the Fishers Police Dept. this month, enable emergency responders in partnership with the police department to contact ASL Interpreters via video remote interpreting in emergency situations which involve a Deaf or hard of hearing individual who uses sign language as their primary mode of communication. The iPad itself is a mobile “vehicle” which enables emergency responders (in this case, police) to contact an ASL interpreter immediately, providing equal access to Fishers Deaf and HOH citizens. Two iPads were donated to the Fishers Police Dept. by Sertoma. One the supervisors on duty will carry with him and make available on field calls and the other will be at the Fishers Police Station. Sertoma donated the iPad units. The Town of Fishers approved the funding for the use of Video Remote Interpreting. George Martin, a member of the Deaf community, has volunteered his time relentlessly. “This is a huge accomplishment for Fishers as we are only aware of a few other communities in the country who are utilizing this technology in this way,” Martin said. Deaf and HOH individuals don’t have to rely on a family member in a 911 situation. They can make a Video Relay Service call from their home if they have that service via a computer, iPad or other tablet or smart phone. VRS is an interpreting service funded by the federal government that can only be used for the Deaf and HOH to call outside their location to a hearing person. By the time the deaf or HOH person sees the donated iPad the police is on the scene. Having a qualified interpreter available through the iPad enables all parties involved in whatever situation to privately communicate with the police officers from their point of view. With the device, the interpreter is available immediately to communicate with police. Martin, who also serves on the board for the ADA Task Force, first approached the local police department with the idea of providing communication
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Martin demonstrates how to communicate with a 911 operator via an iPad with a device that contacts 911 in case of emergency. (Photo by Zach Ross.)
devices— one inside the building’s entrance and another for a policeman on duty. Martin lobbied for the devices at a town council meeting, along with other members of the deaf and hard of hearing community. Hamilton County has a deaf and hard of hearing population of 6.1 percent, due in part to the nearby Indiana School for the Deaf. The Fishers Sertoma Club also began raising funds for the availability of such devices. Martin continues to be involved with the Fishers community and providing ideas to the police and fire departments as a voice of the deaf community. He completed the Citizen’s Police Academy, a 12-week class for residents who learn about what police do on a typical day, with hands-on activities and learning from a classroom. “I learned the ins and outs of police work, which was good for me, and I enjoyed it too,” he said. “I asked them about sirens (from emergency vehicles on the road); I can see the flashing lights but I have to be paying attention to what’s in front of me too. I can’t hear for an advanced notice.” Martin and Kelly credit Fadness and Elliot for their enthusiastic support for the Deaf community. “It’s exciting to approach the leaders (with ideas); the leaders listened,” Kelly said. “They have been so supportive of George and welcome his volunteering. They want to improve accessibility for all people. To have people like Scott and Tony, you’ve won the lottery because they get it.”
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Hoffman named to IU dean’s list – Brooke Hoffman of Fishers was named to the dean’s list of Indiana University’s College of Arts and Sciences for the 2013 fall semester. Huang named to dean’s list at Luther College – Luther College senior Sophia Huang of Fishers has been named to the 2013 fall semester dean’s list. Huang is the daughter of Chengjin Huang and Judy Wang. Luther is a selective four-year college in northeast Iowa. The college has an enrollment of 2,500 students and offers a liberal arts education leading to the Bachelor of arts degree in 60 majors and pre-professional programs. Brimberry named to Harding University dean’s list – Patrick Brimberry, a Harding University senior from Fishers, was named to the dean’s list the fall 2013 semester. Harding is the largest private university in Arkansas with 6,295 students. The University also maintains campuses in Australia, Chile, England, France, Greece, Italy and Zambia. For more information visit www.harding.edu.
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“You can persevere over tragedy if you don’t give up. The villains receive their just due in the end and the good people live happily ever after,” A local author has created a novel exploring a she said. relationship between two sisters, racial tension “Footprints” is a suspenseful novel inand domestic abuse from a realistic pertended to keep readers on the edge of their spective during seats. Wilkins said, “I hope it’s an entertainthe 1960s through ??? ing story for readers and takes them out of the 1970s. their (own) situation for a few minutes.” Sonya Wilkins, 63, was inspired to Wilkins conducted historical research write a book based on a relationship by reading information about diversity with her own sister. from the ‘60s and ‘70s and studying “I was thinking about one of my sisWilkins actual lawsuits, though she intentionally ters and letting my imagination run away omitted business names from the book. with me; she is very outgoing, very bubbly (similar AuthorHouse published “Footprints” and has to one of the main characters),” Wilkins said. already requested a sequel. The fictional story, called “Footprints,” follows “The feedback I’ve gotten has been positive,” the lives of two sisters, Brooke and Kalle Woodbridge. The Woodbridge sisters endure a troubled Wilkins said. “I’m hoping the audience will continue with readership (of sequels).” childhood filled with personal tragedies, yet have A recent retiree from the insurance industry, the desire to build better lives for themselves Wilkins crafted her creative writing talent from as adults. As the sisters develop passionate and previous jobs by developing training vignettes loving relationships while relishing success both and materials and writing newsletters and motipersonally and professionally, they also experivational memos. ence heartbreak with marital abuse, death, intol“I just really like to write,” she said. erance and interracial relationships. “Footprints” is available in hardback, paperWilkins said she incorporated her own valback and e-book. To purchase it, visit Barnes & ues and ethics, including karma and personal Noble or Amazon.com. strength, into the story. Valentine’s dinner for two – Celebrate Valentine’s Day with dinner, an open bar, a silent auction and door prizes from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Feb. 14 at River Glen Country Club, 12010 Clubhouse Dr., Fishers. Cost per couple is $75; funds raised go to the Special Olympics of Indiana. For more information, contact Beth Schweigel at 317.571.TEAM or e-mail SOHCSports@gmail.com.
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Fishers Town Council has approved equipment for the town’s 2014 budget, which includes vehicles and software. Loan approval for government equipment: The town council granted a request to approve financing for multiple pieces of equipment, vehicles and software for the 2014 budget. The consolidated loan includes purchases for several departments, including public works (streets, sewers, building maintenance and parks), fire, police and information technology (software) as approved in the budget capital plan for 2014. Quotes were received from 14 lenders. The budget will include semiannual payments of $270,484, for a total of $540,968 annually for five years. Improvements to Bridge 163, Sand Creek and Cumberland Road: The council approved funding for improvements to Bridge 163 at Sand Creek and Cumberland Road. Due to flooding in the area, the project will involve a bridge replacement just south of Valley Farm Court, elevating
Cumberland Road and installing one flood control retaining wall west of Cumberland Road at the end of Walnut Creek frontage road access drive. Cumberland Road floods multiple times a year and often prevents access for residents along an access drive on the west side of the road. The Hamilton County Highway Dept. is funding the bridge replacement/approach portion of the project and the town is responsible for elevating Cumberland Road from Valley Springs Boulevard to Valley Farm Court, in addition to the flood control retaining wall and storm sewer. The total cost is estimated at $400,000. Cottage-style homes: Steven Hardin, Esq., requested a text amendment to the 141st Street and Promise Road (Anderson Hall) PUD on behalf of Village Capital Corporation. He proposed the amendment as needed to accommodate alleyloaded cottage-style detached single-family homes as opposed to townhomes, as originally intended. The development and architectural standards and concept plan have been revised to accommodate the newly intended product.
HSE names new board members By Nancy Edwards • nancy@youarecurrent.com New officers at HSE’s school board were approved at a school board meeting held recently. John DeLucia has been named president and Ron Wilson has been named vice schools president. DeLucia, 47, stated that he feels very fortunate to have an outstanding school corporation and wonderful community. One of his goals is to help maintain HSE’s level of excellence in difficult DeLucia financial times while always looking for ways to improve. He said Fishers has many great organizations serving our community in various ways. John would like to help forge strategic relationships among many of these to serve even more effectively. DeLucia is a long‐time HSE Schools’ district resident and parent; he stated that he feels the great variety of roles he’s filled in the community gives him a healthy perspective. DeLucia stated that he is pleasantly surprised by how well the administration and teachers’ association work together and acknowledged that there is a great deal to learn as a new school board member and is thankful for the administration and experienced board members in place to use as mentors. DeLucia and his wife Amy are the parents of three: Joshua, 2006 HSEHS grad and 2010 IU grad
now working in Chicago; Jillian, a 2010 FHS grad and student and basketball player at Holy Cross College at Notre Dame; and Jack, sophomore at FHS. Wilson, 45, said his goals as vice president of HSE Schools include connecting with the community. “I’d like to see our schools connecting with the community and keep the community excellence ongoing,” he said. Wilson had the opportunity to work on several community commissions and committees, and as an HSE board member, Wilson he said he would like to assist in creating a culture of growth and excellence to prepare students to successfully compete in an ever-changing and diverse global society. Among Wilson’s other goals as a board member is creating an expectation of accountability for results and transparency. He stated that he also hopes for a culture of high performance and inclusion amongst the school board, administration, staff, parents and most importantly, students. In addition, he would like to increase, embrace and harness volunteerism, not only parents but the community at large to assist teachers and students in achieving excellence. Wilson and his wife Christina have been married for 23 years; they have two daughters: one is an HSE graduate that attends Purdue University; his other daughter attends FHS. His family relocated to Fishers in 2003.
Father-Daughter Sweetheart Dance – Daughters ages 5 through 12 and their fathers are invited to Fishers Parks & Recreation’s Father-Daughter Sweetheart Dance from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on Feb. 12 at Oak Hill Mansion, 5801 E. 116th St., Carmel. This semi-formal event will include fun, dancing, refreshments, and a photographer available to take photos for an extra charge. Cost of the event is $8 for residents and $12 for nonresidents. Register by Feb. 5 at www.Fishers.in.us/Register. Tickets must be picked up at the Fishers Parks & Recreation Office, 11565 Brooks School Rd., Fishers, between 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
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FJHS principal encourages others, leads by example By Nancy Edwards • nancy@youarecurrent.com Like many children who dream of what they want to do when they grow up, Crystal Thorpe would play and pretend she was a teacher. cover story That vision never faded. As a “military kid,” Thorpe attended many different schools, from Fayetteville, N. C., to Ansbach, Germany. Yet she had great teachers, teachers who supported, encouraged, inspired and challenged her. Their belief in the future principal at Fishers Junior High School encouraged Thorpe to want to make a difference in the lives of students – students with talents, special needs and low selfesteem – all students. After receiving her degree, Thorpe, 43, began teaching English at Ben Davis High School. She met some students with potential who did not believe in themselves. She believed in them, and started a dance troupe for African-American girls to help improve their confidence levels. Thorpe understood these students; as a seventh-grader in North Carolina, she, along with her sister, was verbally abused by other students constantly. “I was often called derogatory names to my face and had to endure racist jokes on the bus to school,” she said. “Once when my sister and I were in the pool, two boys came and taunted us, calling us names. The final straw was when they spit in the pool because we were in it. I remember going home and crying to my parents because I didn’t understand what I had done to make people treat me that way. It was all just based on the color of my skin.” From her time at Ben Davis to her current role as principal for
FJHS, Thorpe has continued to focus on students’ individual needs and her belief that everyone should be treated equally. “It is important that we are all respected by and respectful of others,” she said. One of Thorpe’s many initiatives for FJHS is the Sparkle Cheer Squad, in which students with special needs cheer along with the cheerleaders at a game. “(The cheer squad) helps students who ordinarily would not participate in an activity participate and show their school spirit and pride,” Thorpe said. “It also helps the students who teach the special needs students learn from and appreciate students who are different from them. Hopefully, students learn that in all actuality, they are more similar than different.”
all the component parts interact to make schools and a district a positive learning environment for each and every student,” FJHS Wellness Teacher Andrea McMurtry said. “Crystal supports students at after-school events. It is common to see her at evening events at least two to three nights a week.” According to several teachers at FJHS, Thorpe has an equally vested interest in teachers and students. “The biggest testimony to Crystal is that none of her staff has any desire to work in another building,” said Tony Sturgeon, FJHS Language Arts Department chair. “She has such a friendly demeanor that no one hesitates to approach her and when the conversation is through, each person walks away knowing that his or her opinions and ideas were not only heard, but taken seriously.” Teachers also noted that Thorpe provides high-quality professional development opportunities and leads by example as a mentor. “She routinely challenges our staff to implement best practice teaching strategies,” said Steve Heiniger, FJHS Social Studies Department chair. These teachers, grateful and appreciated, nominated Thorpe for the Ford Freedom Unsung Award, which she received in December at the Tony Sturgeon, FJHS Language Arts Department chair Indiana Historical Society. Ford Freedom Unsung, provided through a grant from the Ford Motor In addition, Thorpe has implemented curricula for raising stuCo.,, salutes individuals and organizations that have positively dents’ achievement, including Read 180, Scholastic 44, Mindplay impacted communities with achievements that inform and inspire others. Virtual Reading Coach and the ALEKS math program. In addition, activities such as the Scrapbook and Card Club, the “I was excited; it was awesome,” Thorpe said of receiving the Energy Action Patrol Club and the Gaming Club provide a variety award. “So many times we don’t get acknowledged for what we for students with interests outside the realm of sports, music or do in education. I truly believe that I’m very fortunate and in a academics. great place. The wonderful staff members step up and make my “Crystal has a clear view and vision of the big picture and how job easy. It’s a very supportive community.”
“The biggest testimony to Crystal is that none of her staff has any desire to work in another building. She has such a friendly demeanor that no one hesitates to approach her and when the conversation is through, each person walks away knowing that his or her opinions and ideas were not only heard, but taken seriously.”
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Where fairness and accuracy count The copy of Current you’re holding is one of five distinctly different editions we published today for the communities we serve. And, as is the case every week, a wide array of content aims to serve your needs. On occasion, some of that content raises ire or provokes an unexpected response from one or more readers. Such was the case last week in response to a story Current reported and wrote, only to have it interpreted in a way that was different from what we foresaw. A local government official, viewing it differently, launched into a heavy phone-and-e-mail barrage. He was hot – and that’s an understatement. Naturally, it caught our attention, and we began to dig into his accusations. In the end, it was a matter of construal; the official saw it one way, the reporter and we another. It’s OK to agree to disagree, and for the moment that is where we are. Factually and objectively, the reporter’s work was right on the money. A source’s quote caused some unrest with the official, but we don’t edit quotes for content; had we opted to omit the quote, a passage of the story would have been left with no context. All this spawned a broader discussion here in the Executive Suite of World Headquarters about fairness and accuracy. Unless we hear from our readership – and yes, believe it or not, we’re honestly glad to have had the exchange with the official – we don’t really know whether we could have been sharper when reporting on any particular story. We set out each day to make sure we excel at being fair and accurate across our multiple platforms. If we are not, in your estimation, we want to know about it. Write us at info@youarecurrent.com, please. And you can bet that if we have erred, we will correct our error straightaway. Brian Kelly, publisher, and Steve Greenberg, general manager, are co-owners of Current Publishing, LLC. Write them at info@ youarecurrent.com.
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The web they weave Commentary by Terry Anker One of the few benefits of the frosty temperatures of Indiana’s mid-winter must be the recess in the activities performed by common household pests. It seems that spiders, field mice and all other sorts of summer vermin tuck themselves in for the winter and leave us all alone! Surely, a few hearty souls still spin webs that appear only when we are entertaining the nosy neighbor or cranky in-law (even clean houses have cobwebs!). As a boy reading E.B. White’s classic, “Charlotte’s Web,” I would scan for special messages the cobwebs that always seemed to accumulate as the cool autumn days arrived. Alas, no words ever appeared. Then as I matriculated to middle school, my interest in spiders became far more mechanical. The science teacher taught us about the arachnids’ incredible strength and dexterity. Many of us thought we knew it all from Marvel comics. But Peter Parker, even in his darkest days as Spiderman, lacked the intriguing way that most of
these creatures feed. The web is not a home; in fact, it is more of an elaborate and well-planned tool used to collect dinner! I came to admire these creatures, in spite of their somewhat disturbing appearance. Even today when I walk into a spider’s web, I thank God that I’m big enough to break free and that I am not about to be sucked dry by the proprietor of the silken prison. When I’m in a tough situation, I think of the lowly web. Am I really trapped or can I simply walk through the problem and brush it off? And what does the spider think when we enter his domain? Does he imagine that he’s set for life, or does he agonize over the amount of thread required to wrap a 200-pound dinner? Terry Anker is an associate editor of Current Publishing, LLC. You may e-mail him at terry@currentincarmel. com.
Who was your personal hero growing up? A grandparent, neighbor, policeman or firefighter? Did that person’s job, hobbies or values influence the kind of person you are today? For Crystal Thorpe, Fishers Junior High School principal, her teachers provided constant support throughout the many times she moved around the world as a military kid. These mentors inspired and challenged her; she has never forgotten them. As a result, Thorpe wanted to give the kind of encouragement she received. Thorpe is a great example of an educator who truly cares about students. She began her career at Ben Davis High School and organized a dance troupe for girls with low self-esteem. She also supports students with special needs at FJHS. The Sparkle Cheer Club is for special-needs students who cheer alongside cheerleaders at sports events. This initiative has helped these students participate in activity that they normally would not be a part of. Some local heroes also save lives. Melissa Philhower and Amber Ross of Fishers saved the life of Anderson resident Ron Perry in November. Perry was driving his car on 126th Street near Hawks Landing Drive when he suddenly had a heart attack and drove into a pond that was nearly frozen. Perry was left unconscious at the wheel. Ross and Philhower witnessed the accident, broke into Perry’s car with a hammer and rescued him from the icy pond, not thinking of the danger their actions posed to their own lives. Heroes are everyday people and their acts, big or small, are remembered. These are the people who, in a snowstorm, stop to help someone plow a car out of a ditch, or make a meal and take it to a lonely, elderly person for a visit. They teach illiterate adults to read. They visit sick children in hospitals. They advocate for a cause they care about. We work with them; they are our neighbors and friends from church or a support group. And they make a big difference in our lives. Nancy Edwards is the managing editor of Current in Fishers. You may e-mail her at nancy@youarecurrent.com
QUOTE OF THE WEEK
BELIEVE IT!
The purpose of art is washing the dust of daily life off our souls.
Our nation has all sorts of arcane, nonsensical laws on the books. Each week, we’ll share one with you. In New Jersey all motorists must honk before passing another car, bicyclist, skater, and even a skateboarder.
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Pleasant surprise at dance contest Commentary by Danielle Wilson I survived my first dance mom competition! Technically, I survived my daughter’s first dance competition, but who are we kidhumor ding? These things are never really about the girls! Ah, but where to begin – the over-the-top costumes, the hooker make-up or the generally manic atmosphere of a hotel with hundreds of young dancers ironically juxtaposed against a college football coach convention? Let’s just go with general impressions. Keep in mind that my only dance experience prior to my 9-year-old’s start last year was one torturous high school semester of ballet way back in 1986. I had absolutely no idea what to expect, save for the few episodes of “Dance Moms” I’ve had the displeasure of watching. So I set my super-keen observation skills on high alert and prepared to judge other women ruthlessly. ‘Cause that’s what dance moms do, right? I would love to announce that my imagination wasn’t too far off or that I actually saw Abby Lee destroying a little girl’s self-esteem and all her chances of successful relationships and future happiness. But alas, there were no “pyramids,” no spray tans or flippers, nothing even close to Hollywood’s portrayal of dance people other than an overabundance of Kardashian-quality false eyelashes. Unfortunately for your reading pleasure, I was somewhat taken aback by the mature attitudes, the professional atmosphere
and the genuine joy my daughter took from this experience. Yes, I think spending hundreds of dollars on sequined poodle skirts and bandeau tops is utterly ludicrous, and by the end of the day’s performances I could have happily punched out a few of the competing studios’ obnoxiously loud mothers, but when I saw my daughter perform for the first time, she literally took my breath away. How could such a bratty, often-goofy drama queen transform into a young lady with such grace and poise? Who was that confident girl up there turning (dancers don’t say “spinning”!) and smiling and winking at the judges? I could totally see how parents become sucked into the whole racket. On several occasions I even caught myself bad-mouthing the judges and criticizing opposing dancers even though I haven’t the faintest notion of what makes a solid tap routine or a technically challenging lyrical. I could feel my competitive mama bear instinct trying to claw her way out. Uh-oh. I might be in trouble. A dance mom. Huh. I never thought I’d be one, but so long as I’m here, I may as well rock the shnikey out of it! So with jazz hands accompaniment, I proudly say “Peace out!”
Danielle Wilson is a contributing columnist. You may e-mail her at danielle@currentincarmel.com.
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COMING SOON TO THE CENTER... PRINTING PARTNERS CLASSICAL SERIES
BAHIA ORCHESTRA PROJECT WITH RICARDO CASTRO, CONDUCTOR & JEAN-YVES THIBAUDET, PIANO THURSDAY, FEB. 13 AT 7:30 PM | THE PALLADIUM THE STRATFORD SONGBOOK SERIES
MICHAEL FEINSTEIN’S “THE GERSHWINS & ME” SUNDAY, FEB. 16 AT 7 PM | THE PALLADIUM PRINTING PARTNERS CLASSICAL SERIES
HAIFA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA OF ISRAEL
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 19 AT 7:30 PM | THE PALLADIUM CNO FINANCIAL GROUP COUNTRY SERIES
LEE GREENWOOD
FRIDAY, FEB. 21 AT 8 PM | THE PALLADIUM FAMILY SHOWS DELIVERED BY THE INDIANAPOLIS STAR
FRANK FERRANTE IN AN EVENING WITH GROUCHO
FRI. FEB. 21 AT 7 PM & SAT., FEB. 22 AT 3 PM & 7 PM | THE STUDIO THEATER DREWRY SIMMONS VORNEHM POP & ROCK SHOWS
THE TEMPTATIONS & THE FOUR TOPS
THURSDAY, FEB. 27 AT 7:30 PM | THE PALLADIUM COCA-COLA WORLD STAGE SERIES
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FRI., MAR. 7 AT 7 PM & SAT., MAR. 8 AT 3 PM & 7 PM | THE TARKINGTON TAFT LAW JAZZ & BLUES SERIES
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FRIDAY, MARCH 14 AT 8 PM | THE PALLADIUM THE BUCK GROUP AT MERRILL LYNCH DANCE SERIES
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FRIDAY, MAR. 14 & SATURDAY, MAR. 15 AT 8 PM | THE TARKINGTON THE STRATFORD SONGBOOK SERIES
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The other day at the supermarket the periodical display was chock-full of all these splashy publications — so many, in fact, humor that one bundle had remained unopened due to a shortage of space on the rack. Curious, I tore back the package’s brown wrapping and there it was: “Storage Solutions.” Yes, that’s right; there was not enough room on the shelves to include this magazine. “Storage Solutions” is dedicated to assisting the busy housewife (or househusband, of course) in finding efficient ways to put away stuff, most of which, I think we all know, should probably have been thrown away in the first place. I glanced more closely and saw this was a “Special Double Issue.” Interesting that the editors couldn’t fit everything into one edition. Also on the cover was the tease: FIND SPACE YOU DIDN’T KNOW YOU HAD. My guess is that at one time you knew you had it, but you put it somewhere and now you can’t find it. I know that makes no sense, but when I make myself laugh, that pretty much means it’s going into the column. The editor’s name is Debra and her editorial this month is titled, “Help, I Need More Space!” Last month it was, “Do You Need More Space?” And in March, get ready for, “Space, I Think That’s What We All Need!” The pages are filled with colorful photographs of homes that don’t have
much furniture, but just a lot of adjustable nooks and crannies. With every picture, the first thing you think of is not how people have effectively used their limited space, but what possessed them to buy so much junk to begin with. These are actual tips from the magazine. You can thank me later for bringing them to your attention: Store books on a shelf vertically so you can read the titles. (I know, I know … how cool an idea is that?) Use large hooks for coats, backpacks and gym bags, but use smaller ones for keys and dog leashes. (Seriously, why didn’t I think of this?) Use a basket in your hall closet for gloves ( … because you’d never find those mittens in your coat pockets?). Use empty jars to store paper clips and loose screws. (Was this magazine the best 10 bucks I ever spent?) When Mary Ellen saw me reading “Storage Solutions,” she asked if she could see it when I was finished. I told her I’d roll it up and stick it into the wine rack. No, that idea was not in the magazine. Proud to say, that one was all mine.
Dick Wolfsie is an author, columnist, and speaker. Contact him at wolfsie@aol.com.
Winter loafing
Commentary by Mike Redmond
Been baking a lot of bread lately. I do this when there’s snow on the ground, or in the forecast, or within the realm of humor seasonal possibility. In other words, it’s how I pass the winter. Summer, autumn and spring I buy bread, but in the winter I’m a bread-bakin’ fool. I guess it’s my version of the panic response that sends people to the store for French toast ingredients – milk, eggs and bread – every time the weather loonies on TV bring up the possibility of more than a half-inch of winter precipitation. I run to the store, too, except I go for flour and yeast. So, anyway, lately there has been a lot of loafing around at my house. Bread loafing. Because I am a little out of practice – it’s been at least a year since I baked – I started with trying to make some good-old plain white bread. When it’s right, you can’t beat a loaf of homemade white bread still warm from the oven. It brings back memories of Grandma cutting me a big slice of freshly baked bread, spreading it thickly with butter and strawberry jam and handing it to me with a peck on the cheek and a pat on the head. Which is weird, because my grandmother never did any of those things. As long as I knew her, she bought her bread from the bread man or at the grocery store. Well, my bread started out promisingly
enough, I guess, but something happened along the way. It never did rise properly and when I baked it, it came out … well, let’s just say that one of the loaves is presently holding up the sofa where the leg broke off. Undaunted, I pressed on, baking loaf after loaf, adjusting things here, fixing things there, until I finally produced a loaf of white bread that didn’t automatically go into the basket where we keep the bird food. It rose nice and high, had a good crust and a tender crumb, and actually tasted like something you might want to eat. I was back in the game. Next stop was whole wheat bread. Now, whole wheat is tricky. You talk about baking bricks … if you haven’t done it before, or have laid off for a while, whole wheat flour can produce a loaf of outstanding building material. It took me nearly an entire bag of flour to produce one I could actually slice and chew. I’m saving the others for when I repave the backyard walkway this spring. I used to make a pretty good loaf of rye bread and it might be nice to try again. It’ll probably take me a few tries but that’s ok. The pathway needs more pavers. 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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THIS WEEK Kenny Rogers – American icon Kenny Rogers is known for his instantly identifiable, sweet raspy vocals and an extraordinary abilCARMEL ity to vividly inhabit each song he performs. In his 52 years in the business, he’s developed a long list of timeless classics and an impressive 24 No. 1 hits, such as “The Gambler,” “Through the Years” and “Lady.” Rogers will perform at 8 p.m. Jan. 31 on the stage at the Palladium. Tickets start at $88. For more information, call 843-3800 or visit www.thecenterfortheperformingarts.org. ATI’s Don Farrell, left, in one of the earliest productions of the show at the Forestburgh Playhouse in Monticello, N.Y. (Submitted photo)
From top left: Steve Greist, Tim Hunt, Kurt Semmler and Will Hutcheson (Submitted photo)
‘Forever Plaid’ hits ATI stage
By Karen Kennedy • karenk@youarecurrent.com Four squeaky clean, handsome guys with slicked-back hair and matching white jackets appear and serenade you with theatre songs such as “Heart and Soul,” “Lady of Spain,” “Three Coins in the Fountain” and “Love is a Many Splendored Thing” in tight, lush, four-part harmony. Sounds heavenly, right? Heavenly it is, because these guys are, well, dead. “Forever Plaid” opens at Actors Theatre of Indiana on Jan. 31 and runs through Feb. 16. It’s a good-natured, nostalgic romp through the 1950s that tells the tale of four high school friends, Sparky, Jinx, Smudge and Frankie, a vocal quartet called the Plaids, with dreams of making the big time. Unfortunately, their dreams are shortlived as they end up meeting the same fate as several of the stars of their time. As they are en route to pick up their plaid tuxedos for their first real singing gig, they are killed, not in a plane
crash, but in a collision with a school bus filled with Catholic schoolgirls who are on their way to see the Beatles on the Ed Sullivan show. As the show begins, the Plaids return from the afterlife to perform the show they never got to do during their time on Earth. “Forever Plaid” originated as a skit for an Equity Fights Aids benefit. It was a big hit there, so its creator, Stuart Ross, developed it into a full show and it opened off Broadway in 1990. The show has a storied history and a cult-like following, and Don Farrell, the show’s director and ATI’s artistic director, is a part of that history. “I first performed the show in 1995 at the Forestburgh Playhouse in Monticello, N.Y.,” Farrell said. “And then it came to Beef and Boards, where it was directed by Larry Raben, a Carmel High School graduate. I played Sparky, and I had to learn how to eat fire. I wish I could say that was the hardest thing about the show, but it’s not. The show is so complicated to learn that directors only ever wanted to cast guys who had already been a ‘Plaid.’”
“And then I started directing the show,” Farrell said. “I was the ‘Plaid Man.’ I directed two or three productions a year for a while there, and that led to my directing Judy (Fitzgerald) and Cindy (Collins) in ‘The Tafettas.’ If I hadn’t been for ‘Plaid,’ I don’t think ATI would exist today.” For this production, Farrell has bucked tradition and cast four actors who have never done the show before. “I wanted to pass on the tradition of being a ‘Plaid’ to a new generation,” Farrell said. Steve Greist, a native Hoosier and Chicagobased actor, plays the self-assured, suave but unfortunately asthmatic Frankie. Greist was most recently seen in Beef and Boards’ production of “Les Miserables.” Tim Hunt, an ATI favorite who recently portrayed Snail in “A Year with Frog and Toad” and Fred Casely in “Chicago,” plays the role of “Sparky,” the excitable practical joker. Ohio native Will Hutcheson plays Jinx, who is Sparky’s nosebleed-prone stepbrother and is in the group only because the jacket fits and he can hit the high notes. He was last seen on the ATI stage in “Route 66” last year. Recent Indiana University grad and New Yorkbased actor Kurt Semmler will make his ATI debut in the role of Smudge, the group’s neurotic, left-handed arranger. Brent Marty directs the music for the production. The show is performed in one act and features 32 songs from the era, with snappy choreography interspersed with hilarious patter between the Plaids as they tell the audience about their previous lives and dreams. By the end of the show, they have fulfilled their Mission of Harmony. They return to their heavenly reward, and the audience returns to reality after a highly entertaining evening. “Forever Plaid” • Showtimes Jan. 31 through Feb. 16 • Actors Theatre of Indiana • The Studio Theater at the Center for the Performing Arts • For more information call 843-3800 or visit www.thecenterpresents.org.
Snowball softball tournament – Grab your gloves, hat and a mug of hot chocolate while you cheer on your favorite team at FISHERS Billericay Park, 12690 Promise Road, as it competes in this unique event featuring a round robin and singleelimination-format tournament with a guarantee of four games. Food and drink vendors will be on site during the game, held at various times from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Feb.1, with or without snow. For more information, contact Fishers Parks & Recreation at 317.595.3155 or go to www.fishers.in.us. Lilly Creativity Fellowship Eexhibition – The new exhibit at Nickel Plate Arts Campus, 107 S. Eighth St., features NOBLESVILLE projects by Noblesville Schools’ teachers Darlene Patterson and Carol Land, who received Lilly Foundation grants last year. Patterson exhibits photographs from her travels to Baffin Island and from the Nunavut children. Land focused on studying the history of calligraphy and took several enriching private courses. The free gallery is from noon to 5 p.m. Thursday and Friday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. Winter Exhibit: Snowy Slumber – This exhibit at Cool Creek Park’s nature center, 2000 E. 151st St., explores winter’sThe WESTFIELD beauty and peacefulness of winter is explored at Cool Creek Park’s Nature Center, 2000 E. 151st St., throughout this exhibit. Learn about the wonder of snowflakes and, the owls living in the snowfilled woods, and see how to identify animal tracks in freshly fallen snow. While you are here, we invite you to check out ourthe Wwildlife Vviewing aArea, as winter is a great time to begin bird-watching. The exhibit, which is open to until March 9, is available during Nnature Ccenter hours. For more information, call 774-2500. Cinderella father/daughter ball – Village Dance Center presents a father/daughter ball at 6 p.m. Feb. 1 at the Boys & Girls zionsVILLE Club West, 5964 S. 700 E. There will be limousines, a lighted punch fountain, food, dancing, a raffle, prizes, photos to take home and more. A limited number of tickets is available at the office. The cost is only $40 for VDC couples or $50 for nonVDC couples plus $10 for each additional daughter. For more information, call 769-2223.
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Devour Downtown Winterfest in Indianapolis • Indy’s premier dining event is here! Over 50 restaurants offer three-course meals at a value price. Check the Website for participating restaurants and menus; other Indy venues have special promotions listed as well. • Multiple Indianapolis locations • 673-4211 • www.devourdowntown.org
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Nickel Plate Arts Events
Visit NickelPlateArts.org for the latest details and pricing. February First Friday Film Fest – February 7th | 7-9 p.m. Includes participation from Karmic Courage, Deliberate Media, the Wafford Theater, Noblesville High School and more! First Fridays sponsored by Forum Credit Union.
Stone Soup Suppers: Thursdays | 7-9 p.m. $50 per ticket. Meals prepared by Rosie’s Place Feb 13 – Noblesville’s Musical Heritage Feb 20 – What Art in Hamilton County Could Be Feb 27 – Hamilton County’s Artistic Heritage
Valentine’s Events Date Night: Feb 14 | 6-9 p.m. – A one-of-a-kind, romantic evening of art, music, poetry, hand-made crafts and more for you and your sweetheart! A Love-In With Noble Poets: Feb 15 | 3-5 p.m., featuring original poetry, famous love poems, and audience participation. Love, Lust & Poetry: Feb 14 - 22 - A romantic exhibition of images, sculpture, and crafts. Judge Stone House Gallery.
Noblesville Past & Present An exhibition of sculpture and images about Noblesville’s heritage by students from White River and Noble Crossing Elementary Schools, including the Great Squirrel Migration of 1822!
Special Event The Logan Street Sanctuary and Nickel Plate Arts Present The President’s Day Jam: Monday, Feb 17. Enjoy live music or bring your own instrument to join in the fun. FREE! at the Logan Street Sanctuary, 1274 Logan Street, Noblesville.
For more, visit NickelPlateArts.org. All events held at Nickel Plate Arts sponsored by the City of Noblesville.
Partner Events Sketchy Tuesdays at the Fishers Library: February 4, 11, 18, and 25 | 3 - 5 p.m. in the Teen Zone. For more information, call 579-0315. FREE! Nickel Plate Theatre Film and Speaker Series: February 7 | 7 p.m. at the Fishers Library. The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network paired with “Mr. Smith Goes to Washington.” Participants must be 12 years or older. Registration required - visit www.help.lib.in.us. Fishers Parks presents Father Daughter Sweetheart Dance: February 12 | 7-8:30 p.m. at The Mansion at Oak Hill, 5801 East 116th Street. Registration required – call 595-3150. Cost for residents: $8, Non-residents: $12. The Belfry Theater presents John Van Druten’s ‘Bell, Book, and Candle’ January 31, February 1, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16. Directed by Jeff Bick. $15 for adults, $12 for children. Visit ww.thebelfrytheater.com.
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Beef & Boards presents “Lend Me a Tenor” • Beef & Boards starts its new season with “Lend Me a Tenor,” a classic madcap comedy about a world-class opera singer who won’t perform in a show and a desperate manager who tries to save the day. • Today at 1 p.m., Jan. 30 and 31 at 8 p.m., Feb. 1 at 8 p.m. and Feb. 2 at 1:30 and 7 p.m. • 9301 Michigan Rd., Indianapolis • Tickets start at $38.50 • 872-9664 • www.beefandboards.com
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Carmel Clay Public Library presents a “Downtown Abbey” inspired evening at the Palladium • Writer and speaker Jessica Fellowes takes the audience on a funny and insightful tour of her No. 1 bestseller “The World of Downtown Abbey.” She is the niece of the creator of “Downtown Abbey” and shares behind-the-scenes info about the popular show. • 1 Center Green, Carmel • VIP tickets $100, other tickets start at $25 • 843-3800 • www.thecenterfortheperformingarts.org Stone Soup Suppers • Nickel Plate Arts presents an evening of “artful conversation” as it offers a dinner of soup, salads, sides and dessert complete with an interesting topic and guest speakers. Tonight’s topic is Rex Stout’s literary legacy. Check the Website for schedule information and to make reservations. • 7 to 9 p.m. tonight and every Thursday through March 27 • th $50 • 4523690 • www.nickelplatearts.org
thursday
The Loft restaurant – Michael Beck and Seth Jenkins, keys and congas • Looking for a farm-to-table restaurant and live music on a Friday night? Dine at the Loft Restaurant at Traders Point Creamery and enjoy freshly made meals with seasonal ingredients and a rotating schedule of performances from local musicians on Friday nights. • 6 to 9 p.m. tonight • 9101 Moore Road, Zionsville • Restaurant open 5 to 9:30 p.m. • Call 733-1700. • www.www. tpforganics.com
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The Center presents Peanut Butter & Jam: African dance and storytelling at the Palladium • This Saturday morning music series is geared for kids aged one to 7 accompanied by parents or another adult. The experience consists of a 30-minute musical performance followed by a 15-minute session when kids can play with the musical instruments and talk with the artists. • 10:30 a.m. today • 1 Center Green, Carmel • $10 per child and two free adult tickets with each purchase • Call 843-3800 for tickets. • www.thecenterfortheperformingarts.org
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Winter farmers market in Carmel • Visit the Indiana Design Center to browse one of the largest winter markets in the state. Thirty vendors will offer meats, vegetables, baked goods, teas and more. • 200 S. Rangeline Rd., Carmel • Free • For more information, call Ron Carter at 710-0162. Indianapolis Home Show • This is the last weekend to visit the Midwest’s largest home shows — over 900 exhibitors are on hand to inspire ideas and help create remodeling projects. • and.1 Park Dr., Fishers • Adult tickets are $13, kids 3 to 12 are $3; see Website for ticket discounts • 705-8719 • www.indianapolishomeshow.com Hearthside Suppers at Conner Prairie • Learn how 19th-century dinners were prepared by participating in Conner Prairie’s Hearthside Suppers. Guests will prepare, serve and eat an authentic 19th-century meal inside the historic William Conner House. Party games and storytelling follow dinner; this program is recommended for ages 10 and up. Reservations are required. • 6 to 9 p.m. tonight • 13400 Allisonville Rd., Fishers • $60 per person; $55 for members • 776-6006 • www.connerprairie.org
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Actors Theatre of Indiana presents: “Forever Plaid” at the Studio Theater • This delightfully funny show features four singers from the 1950s who receive the chance to posthumously perform harmony-rich hits from the ‘50s. • , andThe Center for the Performing Arts, 1 Center Green, Carmel • Tickets start at $20 • 843-3800 • www.www.actorstheatreofindiana.org/ The Belfry Theatre presents: “Bell, Book and Candle” • With a nod to Valentine’s Day, this romantic show centers on a witch who unexpectedly falls in love with her neighbor when she casts a spell on him; will he still love her if she cancels the spell? • 10690 Greenfield Ave., Noblesville • Adults $15, ages 12 and under $12 • Call 773-1085 for reservations. • www.thebelfrytheatre.com
Monday night drawing class • Nickel Plate Arts is offering a 12-week drawing class that is suitable for artists of all levels. The class is taught by local artists and materials are provided. • 7 to 9 p.m. tonight • 107 S. 8th St., Noblesville • $72 for the 12-week course • Call 452-3690 to register or e-mail info@nickelplatearts.org. • www.nickelplatearts.org
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By Robert Herrington • robert@youarecurrent.com For his second show as director, Jeff Bick is making ‘Bell, Book and Candle’ a special experience for the audience – with the theatre help of local entertainers. “There are more lights, sounds and special effects – illusions on a live stage,” he said. The play is based on the 1958 movie with the same title starring Jimmy Stewart and Kim Novak. “It was a famous movie, the last movie in which Stewart had a love interest because he felt so uncomfortable with an actress 20 years younger than he was,” Bick said. “The idea, we believe, triggered ‘Bewitched.’” In the show, a talented witch casts a love spell on her neighbor and starts experiencing feelings for him. Magic literally brings them together, but will he still love her, or even want to be with her, if she cancels the spell? “It’s a romantic comedy with a lot of magic thrown in,” Bick said. “I like it because I like romantic comedies and I like magic. There’s a lot in it for me. It’s been fun figuring out how to get the magic on stage.” The show previously was performed at The Belfry in 1984. “We like the idea of playing up the Valentine’s Day aspect. We think this is a great place to come for a Valentine’s night out,” Bick said.
Gavin and Tamara Rulon star in “Bell, Book and Candle.” (Staff photo)
Lead characters Gillian Holroyd and Shep Henderson are portrayed by Tamara and Gavin Rulon, respectively. The couple has been married for 20 years but this is the first time the two have played onstage love interests. “This is an enjoyable show. We sought to do it as an actual couple – it’s fun,” Tamara said. “I wanted to do it only because she was in it,” Gavin said. “It’s fun to fight but it stays here.” The two have acted together before in a couple of shows and played siblings Sally and Charlie Brown in 2004. ‘Bell, Book and Candle’ • 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. Feb. 9 and 16 from Jan. 31 through Feb. 16 • The Belfry Theatre • 10690 Greenfield Ave. in Noblesville • Tickets start at $15 • For more information call 773-1085 or visit www.thebelfrytheatre.com.
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Statistically, the U.S. has more than 27 million people over age 50 with hearing loss, yet only one in seven recognizes hearing and chooses to address this loss. With the increased use of cellphones, ear buds and high-performance speakers, as well as exposure to damaging noise levels in our environment, hearing loss is on the rise. However, it is widely recognized that the last person to acknowledge hearing loss is the one who has it. Why don’t we listen to what our ears can no longer tell us? Traditional hearing loss is generally gradual, occurring over several years. A common reaction is to justify hearing loss with statements like, “I have selective hearing” or “I hear just fine when people speak slowly and clearly.” In fact, most people wait seven to 10 years before seeking help. A hearing loss can cause people to become irritable, start to withdraw socially and, in some cases, begin to forget the sounds they no longer hear. It can erode both physical and mental acuity. Studies have shown that many with hearing
loss may face an increased risk of falling, dementia and depression. Many experience higher levels of stress and fatigue. Hearing loss combined with vision loss in older men has shown to increase mortality risk from cardiovascular disease. Hearing loss can affect your lifestyle and your relationships with friends and family. Have you had your hearing tested recently? Ask those nearest you to count the times you say, “What?” Do you hear better when someone is speaking directly to you than when several people are speaking? Do you hear well in a restaurant or other group settings? Is the TV or radio volume often too loud for others? Do you hear others when they are speaking to you from another room in your home? Do you hear ringing in your ears? Listen to others and understand what your ears can no longer tell you by getting your hearing tested today. Marty Wood is the owner of Zounds Hearing of Fishers, 11852 Allisonville Rd. He may be contacted at 608-1310.
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Home prices rise 6.8 percent in 2013 Commentary by Jim Litten With 1,315 home sales in December in central Indiana, overall year-to-date home sales are up 14 percent compared to this real estate time period last year, according to statistics compiled by F.C. Tucker Company. Overall in 2013, 29,302 homes were sold, an increase of 3,596 homes in the nine counties that F.C. Tucker tracks. In Hamilton County in 2013, 6,521 homes were sold, an increase of 917 homes from 2012. Yearto-date, home prices were also up 5.6 percent, to $254,167, from $240,652 over the same time period last year. • In Fishers, year-to-date home prices finished strong. Overall, the average sales price rose 6.8 percent, to $186,772, from
$174,935 in 2012. • Homes in Fishers are selling faster. In 2013, homes stayed on the market an average of 66 days, 20 fewer days than in 2012. • As inventory tightened, the number of closings increased. Year-to-date 2013, 686 home sales were closed, an increase of 35.3 percent from 2012. We’re optimistic about the start of the new year. Prices are up, inventory is tightening and homes are selling faster – all signs of a strengthening market. Jim Litten is the president of F.C. Tucker Company. Comment on this article by e-mailing to editorial@ youarecurrent.com.
Where details really matter Commentary by CJ McClanahan His name was Marvin Bower and you could say that he was obsessed with details. As the managing partner of McKinsey business & Company in the 1950s, he left very little to chance. In his bestselling book, ‘The Firm – The Story of McKinsey and its Secret Influence on American Business,’ Duff McDonald notes that Bower ensured that he personally approved every aspect of the firm – from the way the employees wore their socks, to individual office layouts and even the look of each letter to the clients. This fanatical behavior was extreme, and I certainly wouldn’t recommend it for everyone. However, we all should take an important lesson from Mr. Bower - the details matter. In fact, they matter far more today than they did in the ’50s. Sixty years ago, building a business and getting an idea to the marketplace were extremely difficult. As a result, organizations that had the resources to figure out how faced little competition. Today, anyone can come up with an idea, put together a business plan, build a Website and launch a marketing campaign, often in fewer
than 48 hours. Overwhelmed consumers have more options today than they could ever reasonably analyze and understand. The question becomes – how do we decide which product/service to choose? While I’m certain many factors are at play, I can promise you one thing – the details matter. You might care about the cleanliness of the bathrooms, lighting in the parking lot or the way the receptionist answers the phone. The focus is different for everyone. In this crowded marketplace, the little things make you drive an extra quarter-mile to go to a different gym, dentist or grocery store. As you consider this truth, ask yourself the following questions about your business: What are the key points where my company interacts with its customers, and how can I make those special? As with most things in life, the solution is simple. You just need to execute. CJ McClanahan is the founder and president of reachmore, a leadership training and consulting firm, and also the author of “Thrive.” To contact CJ, or to find out more about reachmore, go to www.goreachmore.com.
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January 28, 2014
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Parenting shapes us
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To all the parents who are just about to lose it … take a minute and read this! It was the perfect storm. spirituality First the kids were out for Christmas (sounds good so far, right?), then a huge snowstorm came right at the end of their break keeping them out of school for another week and making travel with a minivan impossible, then record-breaking cold weather forced us all to stay inside. Add a little runny nose into the mix, a frozen water pipe, a few huge pending projects at work and voila! I remember lying in bed, thinking, “This too shall pass.” Then it hit me. It will. One day I’ll walk into my children’s empty rooms wishing they would make time for me even though I didn’t for them. I get it. It’s hard. It’s easy to sink into dread as you realize a stable home is a pipe dream because of your own instability. How in the world do we figure out how to raise kids when we haven’t even figured ourselves out? Let me offer a thought and three encouragements. What if this IS the purpose … ? Parenting isn’t just the shaping of our kids; it is the shaping of us. Much of the “nasty” in us gets squeezed out in the pressure of life, IF we allow God to shape us. This is beautiful and aw-
ful all at the same time. So let me encourage you. 1. Don’t quit. As a pastor I know a lot of people who have walked out or have been walked out on. When you are in the thick of parenting, don’t quit! When you desperately need a breather, find a friend, family member or even a church family to help navigate the really difficult seasons of parenting. Take breaks, but don’t give up! 2. You don’t have to be perfect! Just look to the One who is. When I mess up, and it is often, I take the time to talk to my kids about my frailties and how I am still learning. Don’t fake perfection. They will see through it and as they age you will lose credibility. They may even consider you a liar. Just point to Jesus. And if you have a bad day, there’s a new day to follow, another chance to start fresh — “his mercies are new every morning” (Lamentations 3:23). 3. This may sting — your kids’ hope shouldn’t ultimately be in you. Be a role model, be involved, raise them right, but know that ultimately this means pointing them beyond you to Christ. After all, you and I make poor saviors. So here we go. Parenting will develop you into something; you can’t avoid it. What are you becoming? Mike Colaw is the director of ministries at Trinity Church. You may email him at justthink@ luke117.com. Visit his Web sites www.trinitywesleyan.com or www. luke117.com
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Tomb of Christopher Columbus in Seville Cathedral (photo by Don Knebel)
‘What remains of Columbus?’ Commentary by Don Knebel
Seville, a beautiful city in southern Spain, is famous for more than its barber. Ferdinand Magellan’s fleet started its round-thetravel world voyage from Seville in 1519. Seville’s archive of original writings documenting the story of 15th- and 16th-century Spanish explorers is a United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization World Heritage site. Seville’s cathedral, the second largest church in Europe, contains at least part of what was once Christopher Columbus. By the 15th century, Seville had become one of the most prosperous cities in Europe, profiting enormously from trade passing through its inland port. The cathedral was begun in 1401 to show Seville’s wealth to the entire Christian world. When completed more than 100 years later, the cathedral covered more than 100,000 square feet. A royal decree then required that all trade with the New World go through Seville, further increasing its wealth and prestige. When Christopher Columbus died in 1506, after his fourth voyage across the Atlantic, his body lay for a while in Seville before being transported to Santo Domingo in what is now the Dominican Republic. When Spain ceded Santo Domingo to
France in 1795, remains said to be those of Columbus were sent to Cuba, where they stayed until after the Spanish-American War. In 1902, the remains were shipped back across the Atlantic and placed into a tomb in Seville’s cathedral in front of a massive painting of St. Christopher, the patron saint of travelers. In 1877, workers in Santo Domingo found a box containing what they claimed, with some justification, were the bones of Christopher Columbus. To resolve claims alleging that the Seville cathedral had the wrong body, scientists conducted DNA tests on the Seville tomb’s contents. The tests showed a close match with Columbus’ known descendants, but also revealed that the massive tomb contains less than 200 grams of what one guide describes as a “potpourri” of bone fragments. The Dominicans rejected these tests, but have not tested their bones. Columbus, who departed Spain and landed near Santo Domingo on his first trip across the Atlantic, may appropriately now rest in both places. Don Knebel is a local resident who works for Barnes & Thornburg LLP. For the full column visit currentzionsville.com. You may contact him at news@currentzionsville.com
Throw your hat in the ring
Commentary by Jordan Fischer
I allowed myself to stray briefly into a political discussion this week, and an expression came up that I’ve used frequently without ever wondering about its origin. The idiom in question: grammar guy to throw one’s hat in the ring We know what it means, of course – to enter the race, to join a contest, etc. – but where does the expression come from? Boxing, it turns out. In the early days of boxing, bare-fisted or otherwise, the rings were literal rings formed by spectators. To offer yourself up as a fighter, or to challenge another, you simply threw your hat into the ring. The first recorded use of the term in a boxing context occurred in the early 1800s. But how did it evolve into a political saying? We have avid boxer and 26th President of the United States Theodore Roosevelt, Jr. to thank for that. In 1912, a reporter asked Roosevelt about his
plans to challenge incumbent President Howard Taft, who had succeeded him. Old Teddy’s response? “My hat is in the ring; the fight is on and I’m stripped to the buff.” Roosevelt went on to split from his era’s mainstream Republican party and formed the short-lived Progressive Party, otherwise known as the Bull Moose Party, of 1912. His political ambitions to reclaim the presidency for progressivism ultimately failed, but his bullish, boxer’s response to politics took root, especially with his use of the idiom. Today you’ll hear politicians and pundits alike talk about who’s throwing his or her hat into an upcoming political race. Fortunately, despite how divided the parties seem to be these days, politics rarely comes to fisticuffs. Jordan Fischer is a contributing columnist for Current Publishing. To ask Jordan a grammar question, write him at rjfische@gmail.com.
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Whether they are used in tile or hardwood designs, patterns can bring visual excitement and interest into your renovation indoors project. An ordinary backsplash or flooring design can be transformed simply by integrating a pattern into it. With all of the varieties available on the market, patterns can do just about anything, including add color, form texture or create visual frames. Let’s explore the variety of ways you can use stylish tile and hardwood patterns to transform the look of any space. Shape: Mix things up and try creating a pattern that uses a variety of shapes and sizes. For example, you could install a hardwood-flooring pattern that implements a variety of plank widths. Or you could choose to install a mosaic tile backsplash that uses a combination of rectangles and squares. These types of patterns are especially effective in small areas because they inventively trick the eye into thinking the space is larger than it is. Direction: Patterns can be created based on the direction you lay your tile or wood planks. Two popular directional patterns are diagonal and herringbone styles. These patterns’ symmetrical designs have a timeless quality to them, which has been the key to their enduring popularity. Color: If you are looking for a way to brighten
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The Hamilton County Home Show returned to the 4-H Fairgrounds in Noblesville on Jan. 18 and 19. The third annual event featured dozens of local businesses with ideas for making home improvements more comfortable, appealing and valuable. Local businesspeople showed options their businesses offer and shared their expertise and equipment to do the work right and on time. From left: Noblesville’s Debra and Patrick Becker see options from Direct Buy employees Jeremy Martin and Sandy Purcell during the Hamilton County Home Show. (Photo by Scott Mumphrey)
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A letter to UnitedHealthcare members from Indiana University Health January 28, 2014 Dear UnitedHealthcare member: As a patient of Indiana University Health and a member of UnitedHealthcare, you may have encountered questions or been asked to make decisions as a result of our on-going contract negotiations. We understand that managing your health and the health of your family members is one of your top priorities, so we are doing everything we can to resolve this matter and provide you with the information you need.
What steps are we taking? In-network status First, we let you know earlier this year that IU Health made the decision to consider your portion of the bill to be “in-network.” This special status means you will continue to be billed as if IU Health is in your insurance network. You are still responsible for any deductibles and copays based on your plan. Why this special “in-network” status? IU Health values you as a patient, understands the importance of maintaining your relationships with trusted, highly-skilled care providers and wants to minimize the financial impact to you, as a patient. This special status will apply to the portion of your bill that is based on your 2014 benefit levels, and it will be offered for a period of time as we continue to work toward an agreement.
Advocating for an extension IU Health has proposed an extension of our contract as we continue to work with UnitedHealthcare to negotiate a new contract. An extension would allow you, as a patient of IU Health and a UnitedHealthcare member, to continue receiving care from your trusted providers as you always have.
For more information To give you quick access to additional information, we have established a resource for your use: iuhealth.org/unitedmembers Here you’ll find answers to frequently asked questions and additional contact information.
What steps can you take? If you have questions about your care with IU Health, please contact your IU Health physician or medical professional’s office. With questions concerning your health plan, please contact your Human Resources Benefits Administrator. We pledge our continuing commitment to reach an agreement with UnitedHealthcare that benefits you, our patients. Regards,
John Kohne, MD Chief Medical Executive, Indiana University Health Chief Medical Executive, IU Health Physicians
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