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It is our position that the errant Democrat lawmakers vacationing in Illinois are well within their constitutionally provided rights to stall the movement of government. While the citizens of Indiana might not support the decision to run away rather than stand and fight, we believe Representative Pat Baurer’s leadership to be within the letter of the law. That said, we wish that the errant would-be lawmakers had taken a more civil approach to resolving their disagreement with the election that put them in the minority at the statehouse. We hope and expect that those who believe that they were ethically bound to desert their elected posts in favor of Wisconsin solidarity in of the land of budget deficits and notoriously corrupt politicians will reimburse the citizens of our good state for their actions. With leadership comes cost. If one is compelled to lead a protest against perceived injustice, is it correct to take money (in this case, the payroll checks have already been cashed by the Urbana protesters and the ongoing cost to we taxpayers for delays and extensions will easily exceed six figures) from those you protest? Regardless, isn’t the suffering of leaders is more authentic if suffering actually occurs?

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It is our position that our Indiana House of Representatives had many more important issues to address than spending its precious time on a measure to create a state constitutional amendment aimed at banning same-sex marriage. The august body hopes to advance a definition of a marriage that is restricted only to be defined as that between one man and one woman. Moreover, it hopes to prevent civil unions. In 2005, a similar proposed amendment failed to pass the required second vote. While we understand that many believe this issue to be the most important of all matters – beyond education reform and economic development – the a majority of Hoosiers, tolerant or otherwise, would prefer to focus on other issues until our state is no longer near the bottom of education performance while still suffering from its rust-belt locale. Can we say that our legislators, whether at home or resting in Illinois, are focused on the electorate’s top priorities? Or, are we caught up in the misplaced priorities of a supermajority? Regardless of our views on gay marriage, do we agree that Indiana deserves legislators focused on improving our economy and educational system before advancing a panoply of social reforms?

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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 Indiana Constitution. ARTICLE 5. Section 14 continued. (D) In the event of a veto after final adjournment of a session of the General Assembly, such bill shall be returned by the Governor to the House in which it originated on the first day that the General Assembly is in session after such adjournment, which House shall proceed in the same manner as with a bill vetoed before adjournment. The bill must be reconsidered and voted upon within the time set out in clause (C). If such bill is not so returned, it shall be a law

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Maintaining Noblesville's history

FROM THE BACKSHOP It’s one breakfast well worth attending Chaucie’s Place, created in 2001 by the Hamilton County community after it was devastated by Chaucie Quillen’s suicide, is having its second Friends of Chaucie’s Place Breakfast, 7:30-9 a.m. on April 28 at The Ritz Charles in Carmel. U.S. Rep. Dan Burton (R-Ind.), a survivor of child abuse, and will share his story and powerful journey of recovery. Chaucie had been sexually abused by her father for years, but the case against her him was plea-bargained because Chaucie couldn’t emotionally stand trial. These days, the child advocacy center reduces trauma to child victims of sexual or physical abuse by requiring the child to tell his or her story only once, rather than repeatedly to each investigating organization. We’re telling you this, because we’re proud to help sponsor the event. Please, if you’re able to attend, we urge you to do so. For more information, call 582.8251. ••• With more precipitation predicted for last weekend, there was a chance, as we went to press, that additional flooding could hamper traffic in and around the city. The recent snowmelt and succeeding rainfall has caused the riverbanks to overflow. At last word, no serious damage had been reported to roads

Brian Kelly & Steve Greenberg or other infrastructure. Still, we’re here to remind you (from experience): Do NOT move past street department signs that “close” any road. The risk of endangerment to you and your passengers is not worth it, and your vehicle will require costly repairs. Be patient; in time all the water will recede. ••• Help send David Cooper off into retirement with a well-deserved pat on the back. As we reported earlier, the accomplished director of Hamilton East Public Library will retire at the end of this month, capping a 31-year career. We urge you to thank him at a two-hour open house at the Noblesville branch on March 18.

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Commentary By Kevin Kane A few entities in Noblesville are working to preserve one of the city’s greatest features. From collecting old photos to funding renovations, groups are actively maintain the city’s historic feel, which separates Noblesville from so many other communities in central Indiana. I grew up in Greenwood, spent four years in Bloomington and covered both Westfield and Carmel for two of this company’s four weekly newspapers. Of all of these cities, Noblesville, I’ve found, has the greatest sense of community. One of the biggest reasons for this is the teamwork that goes into maintaining the city’s history from both private and public entities. The Noblesville Preservation Alliance is accepting grant applications through Mar. 31 from owners of Noblesville homes that are at least 50 years old. Through this new grant, the NPA will award $3,000 to some historic homeowners to help fund exterior renovations. For more information about the grant program, visit www.noblesvillepreservation.com. Nancy Massey and Carol Ann Schweikert are accepting submissions of a different sort. The two are collecting historic photos for a pictorial history

they’re creating in conjunction with Arcadia Publishing. Submit any historical photos or postcards you have, preferably one taken before 1960, to nmassey789@aol.com or noblepooh@att.net. Lastly, the city recently implemented stricter standards for its downtown façade grant program. The changes make it more difficult for businesses receiving funding for exterior improvements to stray too far from their buildings’ original appearances. There is such a great emphasis in Noblesville on maintaining what is currently here instead of creating new structures. This is likely why, unlike some of the other cities I’ve mentioned, Noblesville has areas that truly feel historic. I’m still surprised, at times, to see how well so many buildings have been maintained in the city, but it’s easy to see how this was done. There are so many parties working to preserve this key aspect of Noblesville’s identity, and the city is better off as a result of their efforts.

There is such a great emphasis in Noblesville on maintaining what is currently here instead of creating new structures.

Kevin Kane is the managing editor of Current in Noblesville. You can reach him via e-mail at Kevin@ currentnoblesville.com.

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Teachers were unfairly criticized Editor, I stopped reading your publication last year, after Brian Kelly and Steve Greenberg commented numerous times on the school referenda on the local ballot in Noblesville. Their statements were so far from the truth, it made me sick to think that local readers would recognize the information as fact. However, recently I thought I would give your newspaper another try. Much to my chagrin, these two were again passing along their amazingly misinformed opinions. Did Mr. Kelly or Mr. Greenberg actually call the local schools to see if after-school activities were canceled due to the teacher’s rally at the Statehouse? Tell me, how many students suffered because their tutoring was canceled? Where is the data to support this accusation? On another note, when did it become a crime for American citizens to express their collective voices to the legislature?

Would any other professional organization have been criticized as harshly for such activity? I think not. We have wonderful teachers in our local districts, and throughout the state of Indiana. Mr. Kelly and Mr. Greenberg obviously promote the vilification of the public education system; however, they seem incapable of constructive comments. They should forgo writing editorials from now on and replace their column with a “My Man Mitch” advertisement. It would be a more straightforward approach to their agenda. I am disappointed in the integrity of your publication. It seems that fact-checking is not regarded as an esteemed quality. From now on, Current in Noblesville will only be “reaching out” to the trash can in my home. Carrie Cooley 46062

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I have two daughters, and let’s face it, girls in particular are susceptible to what the media tells them is beautiful. Now that I’m a parent, I want to know how my mom and dad instilled such a high level of self-confidence in my sister and me when clearly we should have been headed to, maybe not Plastic Surgery-ville, but certainly the salon. I have two daughters, and let’s face it, girls in particular are susceptible to what the media tells them is beautiful. I’m not worried at all about our youngest. She’s your stereotypical blond, blue-eyed cutie. But our other daughter? Not so much. Sometimes, when she is clean and the light catches her just so, she is flat-out stunning. But usually, her mismatched outfits are either too big or too small, her fine hair is stringy with dirt and oil, and her narrow face sports silly passing-gas-like expressions. She’s a lot like me as a girl.

And yet, she has just as much self-confidence as her sister when it comes to her appearance. She heads off to school in high-water sweatpants, a dressy cardigan and snow boots, thinking she is truly hot stuff. She wears glasses with pride, ignores the fact that she will need braces, and brags about becoming a redhead. At her advanced age of nine, our daughter has figured out what sadly, some women never will – that it’s her strengths, like her artistic talents, nurturing personality, and organizational skills, which make her beautiful. And anyone who says differently can go suck an egg. How did this happen? Well I truly believe she feels this way because Doo and I have always told her she is gorgeous. Kids will believe anything if they hear it enough! And continual praise and acceptance generates self-confidence just as constant criticism leads to poor body image. This ain’t rocket science, baby. So it’s our job as parents to embrace the quirky and sometimes embarrassing attributes of our children so they can learn that beauty truly comes from within. And definitely not from crimping irons or parachute pants. Peace out. Danielle Wilson is a Carmel resident and contributing columnist. You may e-mail her at danielle@ currentincarmel.com.

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» Residents asked to report potholes – While the Noblesville Street Department monitors roads daily, they are also asking for the public’s help in reporting potholes. Residents who see large potholes are encouraged to contact the city so that they can be repaired. To report a pothole, please call the Street Department at 776-6348.

inviting “neighbors” to dances. Honest to God, my freshman yearbook photo is a lesson on why day-walkers with Flock of Seagulls mullets should never be allowed to wear navy weskits.

» Prevail purse fundraiser – Prevail, Inc. will benefit from the 6th annual Tri Kappa Silent Purse Auction on March 8 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Bridgewater Clubhouse, 3535 East 161st Street, Carmel. Tickets are $15 and are available at the Prevail office located at 1100 S. 9th Street, Suite 100 in Noblesville. Hors d’oeuvres and a complimentary Kappatini are included. For more information, call 317-773-6942.

COMMENTARY By Danielle Wilson Have you ever thought about how why some women have great body image and some don’t? I was recently looking at pictures of my twin sister Suzanne and myself back when we were kids. We were not attractive to begin with, given our ginger status, but we also had the unfortunate coincidence of growing up in the ‘70s and ‘80s. Dorothy Hamil haircuts and tube socks did little to improve our appearance. Added to this, my mom had somehow decided that I would be the daughter forever dressed in blue. I have a vivid memory of eating dinner out with my parents and four sisters while vacationing in Florida. An older gentleman approached our table, smiled, and then said to me, “It must be hard being the only boy with all these girls!” From that moment on, Dorothy was out and Rapunzel was in. I also convinced my mom to let me pierce my ears and wear more femininecolored clothes (though to her credit, I did look fabulous in blue). Despite this awkward incident, both Suzanne and I always thought we were the most beautiful girls in the world. Even in high school, when neither of us could land a boyfriend, we assumed it was because guys were intimidated by our loveliness, intellect and talents. Looking back at those pictures though, I’m quite certain why we were frequently reduced to lic

» Chamber University - The Noblesville Chamber will present its first session of Chamber University tomorrow from 8 to 11:30 a.m. at the chamber office. The sessions, titled “What is Your Business ‘App’titude for Success?” and “How to Best Use Your Website to Find Your Business’ Voice” will include two presenters, Chris Thiesen and Jason Bean, both with extensive experience and knowledge in these areas. E-mail info@noblesvillechamber.com or call 773-0086 to register. Cost is $25 per person.

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» Allisonville lane closed – The right lane of northbound Allisonville Road is now closed after an unpermitted vehicle on I-465 struck a steel bridge beam. Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) structural engineers determined the bridge remains safe for one through lane and one turn lane of northbound Allisonville Road, and all southbound lanes at I-465. INDOT will adjust signal timing and install traffic control devices to reduce traffic backups as much as possible. One of the left turn lanes for the I-465 eastbound exit ramp also will be closed as a result of the reduced lanes over the bridge. » Leadership luncheon – Girl Scouts of Central Indiana will host the second annual Hamilton County Leadership Luncheon Mar. 25, from noon to 1 p.m. at the Hamilton County 4-H Fairgrounds in Noblesville. Registration begins at 11:30 a.m. For luncheon reservations, contact Mary Sue Rowland at marysuerowland@ yahoo.com or 773-1829.

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Historic homes of Noblesville Location: 1567 Logan Street Owners: Mel and Nancy Joliff, since 1996 Style and history: This Victorian cottage, built in 1871, has undergone many changes and hardly resembles the original structure. Many of the home’s renovations occurred in the early 1920s, when arched openings, a kitchen, full bath and an additional bedroom were all added. The entryway was altered to accommodate the delivery of dining room furniture. At that time, the house was owned by prominent Noblesville businessman, A. H. Hare. What are your favorite features? “We love the cottage style. The open feel of the living and dining room areas is great for entertaining and family dinners. Two fireplaces add character; one is a focal point in the living room and the second is, surprisingly, in the finished basement, which we now use for exercising.” What work have you done on your house? “New cement board siding and a total kitchen makeover were our last two major projects. Although we’ve nearly redone the whole house, when spring comes around, we plan to enlarge and upgrade the main bathroom. We’d love to put one of the porches back on the front of the house. It actually had two porches on the front.” What do you like about this area/neighborhood? “We value getting to know our neighbors in Old Town. The front porches, detached

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Carol Ann Schweikert contributed the home research. See www. noblesvillepreservation.com for more information or visit Noblesville Preservation Alliance on Facebook.

Shop local also includes gas

Commentary By Krista Bocko It’s been almost a year since I wrote a column on a particular brand of vehicle that particularly annoys me with its conspicuous consumption and lousy gas mileage. I won’t name names, except to say it rhymes with “bummer,” and let’s just say I got a few angry letters to the editor over it. But that’s OK. I don’t mind spurring some debate, and I like to make people stop and think, and I also don’t mind for others to express their opinions. It’s good for ideas to be challenged and for new information to be put out there that maybe we didn’t realize before, so I appreciate hearing other points of view. A few months after the Bummer story – which by the way, had a larger focus of sharing about “greasecars,” that is, cars that are converted to run on waste vegetable oil (awesome, and I found out there are several greasecar owners around here!) – the disastrous Gulf oil spill occurred. I vacationed at the ocean around this time and wrote about how distressed I was about it and, again, got some

disagreeing letters to the editor. In a follow up article where I addressed some of those comments I also offered some proactive ideas – one of which was to buy gas at the CountryMark station on South Allisonville. Why? Because CountryMark is Indiana’s only American-owned oil refining company, using 100-percent American crude oil. Ever since I learned this about CountryMark more than a year or so ago, and I had never gone there previously, I have made every effort to only purchase gas at CountryMark – not only is it a local company, but it’s Midwestern oil too, and that fits in perfectly with my ideals of shopping local and supporting local businesses whenever possible. CountryMark has locations all over the Midwest, and you can check out countrymark.com for more information as well as their locations.

CountryMark is Indiana’s only American-owned oil refining company, using 100-percent American crude oil.

Krista Bocko lives in “Old Town” Noblesville with her husband and four children. She can be reached via her blog at www.cachetwrites. com.

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Teach your kids to learn Thursday night is Diva Night Commentary By Brenda Alexander For those of us with little people in our lives â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and I mean children, not elves or leprechauns â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a lot of time is spent teaching. As any good teacher knows, the best thing we can teach children is how to learn on their own. So why is it so startling when we learn something from a child? Consider last December. I was doing all those time-consuming detailed things moms do to make Christmas special. I was decorating, baking, wrapping teacher gifts, finishing my Christmas letter and racking my brain for the perfect gift for my 12-year-old daughter. My fourth-grade son popped in and said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Did you know that parrot fish secrete mucus that floats on their skin and tastes so terrible it makes predators vomit rather than eat them?â&#x20AC;? Who knew, right! Not only did I learn a new fun fact, but I was blindsided with a reality that I wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t quite ready to acknowledge: A great portion of my work as a mother was done. My son was fully capable of learning on his own.

Since then, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve come to realize that there is still a lot of work to do. It seems that elementary school children have a high recidivism rate. They may learn something and actually do it for a while, but they revert to their more helpless and needy habits just when you turn your back. Unlike the appendix Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve lived comfortably without for the past 10 years, the eyes on the back of my head still retain their evolutionary relevance. Parents, mentors, coaches, teachers, uncles and aunts all engage in an exquisite ping-pong match of teaching and learning. First, the ball is exclusively in the parentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s court, but relief hitters like teachers and mentors come and go. Across the net, the child receives and returns. We offer our experience; children refresh our perspective and allow us to see the world new once again. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a trade-off to live for.

A great portion of my work as a mother was done. My son was fully capable of learning on his own.

Brenda Alexander is a freelance writer and resident of Noblesville. You can contact her at AlexanderInk@comcast.net.

By Krista Bocko Current in Noblesville Fifteen merchants on and around downtown Noblesville have teamed up to offer a special evening of shopping, food and prizes to women who come out and join in the celebration. Diva Night will take place this Thursday, from 5 to 9 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We all worked together and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re having the best time,â&#x20AC;? Peggy Kumler, owner of A Corner Cottage at 895 Conner St. said of the event, the first of its kind. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have another event in the num Living, The Ruby Pear, and Uptown CafĂŠ. works, too.â&#x20AC;? Shoppers and merchants will meet at Barley Kumler added that she is thrilled with the Island at 8 p.m. for a raffle in which 15 prizes merchant response and participation for the will be given away, and the first 25 shoppers to event, which has allowed merchants to pool meet at Barley Island with their punch cards will resources and offer more to their customers. receive a swag bag with a gift from each store or Flyers listing the events and locations can be restaurant in it. picked up leading up to the event at any of the In addition, Cindy Goyer of Goyer Photo participating merchants, as well as at the event will be photographing atitself. tendees against a Hollywood â&#x20AC;&#x153;Shoppers will pick up their Barley Island backdrop that evening at Barpunch cards and their maps and 639 Conner Street ley Island. then go out and play,â&#x20AC;? Kumler Noblesville, IN 46060 Kumler invites all to come said. (317) 770-5280 and enjoy themselves. Merchants include: A Corner â&#x20AC;&#x153;The stores look so pretty Cottage, Carriage House Anright now. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all so bright and cheery,â&#x20AC;? she tiques, Jâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Ann & Co., Kiln Creations, Linden said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re just hoping for good weather.â&#x20AC;? Tree, Logan Village Mall, Martha Janeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Old Contact Kumler at 770-7577 for more Picket Fence, Barley Island, Goyer Photo, The information. Hamilton Restaurant, Indiana Kitchens, Plati-

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City launches online directory of local businesses By Kevin Kane Current in Noblesville A new online business directory could help promote smaller businesses within the city. Shop Noblesville debuted last week on the city’s Web site, www.cityofnoblesville.org, and it allows visitors to the site to search for area businesses by name or services provided. The directory is intended to present more options to consumers and help advertise the city’s businesses. After clicking the Shop Noblesville icon on the city’s homepage, shoppers can browse through the businesses listed in a number of categories or search for keywords, like “pizza” or “sports.” The results then display all relevant member businesses with an address, virtual map location, contact information and a general business description. “Everyone always talks about the ‘go local’ movement…but it’s hard to say go local when you don’t give a resource for the movement,” said Assistant Economic Development Director Christy Langley. Membership costs $50 a year, which Langley said will help small businesses that cannot afford

other forms of advertisement. “It’s $250 for a monthly ad in Yellow Pages; this is $50 a year,” she said. “The city of Noblesville’s Web site gets the most traffic of any site in Noblesville, and we want whoever joins this to get a good amount of traffic.” Noblesville is one of many cities around the country piloting the program created by WebQA, and it is the only city in Indiana using the program at this time. Langley said the city was approached by WebQA in late July of 2010 and, as a result, was able to implement the program on a one-year, $1,000 trial contract. Langley said the city’s economic development department will work to promote the program to residents and business owners but added that if, after the first year, Shop Noblesville is not benefitting local businesses as expected, the city may discontinue the program. “We figured it’s something worth trying,” she said. Shop Noblesville can be accessed from the homepage on www.cityofnoblesville.org, where visitors to the site can opt to search the online directory or register a business.

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be done since I was a kid here,” he By Kevin Kane said. Current in Noblesville Brown currently works as a shipSteve Brown may have filed his ping and receiving manager for paperwork at the last minute, but he Noblesville Golf and has worked in said he’s wanted to run for mayor for various management positions since some time. his 20s. He has lived in the city his Brown filed on Feb. 18 for May’s entire life with the exception of 14 Republican mayoral primary. He years he spent away from Noblesville is Mayor John Ditslear’s only comBrown while serving in the military. petitor for the nomination, as a Brown said he will likely be running a lowthird candidate, retired Noblesville firefighter key campaign, spending mainly his own money Marshall White, dropped out of the race on and doing his own legwork. He said he will Feb. 22. Brown said he’s been thinking about focus on issues such as seeking public office for a supporting and attractfew years, as he said he’s ing small businesses, watched what seems like improving downtown some parts of the city parking and maintainbeing forgotten. ing adequate funding for “I just felt that it the city’s police and fire seemed like there were departments. people and places that have been forgotten in -Steve Brown “I like what the mayor has done, don’t get me the community,” he said. wrong,” Brown said. “I like what he’s done with “I wanted to be there for them and give them a expansion and getting businesses in here. But in voice.” doing so, it seems like people are forgotten.” While Brown admitted his claim is based Brown currently does not have a Web site or entirely on his perceptions, he pointed to some public profiles on social networking sites, but he specific examples that helped lead him to this invited anyone with a question or comment to conclusion. e-mail him at Sbrown6884@comcast.net. “There have been roads that have needed to

"There have been roads that have needed to be done since I was a kid here"

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Then and now The following data shows the totals from all four townships in Noblesville for the ranges of November 2009 to January 2010 and November 2010 to January 2011. It also compares the months of January for the past two years. Statewide, median sale price increased in January 5.3 percent to $100,000 compared to January 2010. Average sale price increased 0.6 percent to $121,941 and the number of closed sales increased 2.9 percent to 3,037.

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s spring and warm weather nears, a number of Noblesville homeowners will put their properties on the market and vie for the attention of area house hunters. But, now a few years removed from the nationwide housing market downturn, what should these buyers and sellers expect in Noblesville? Good news for buyers Local realtors say the Noblesville market is good and steadily getting stronger, but it is still very much a buyer’s market overall. Kurt Meyer of F.C. Tucker Co. said buyers looking for homes in Noblesville, or anywhere in Hamilton County, typically don’t have to settle for homes that don’t match all or most of their wants at a competitive price. “Buyers now know that if they walk into a house that isn’t perfect, they can walk down Meyer the street and find one that is perfect,” he said. The expectations of perfection are a result of a home supply that far outweighs demand. Meyer said it would take more than six months to sell every home currently on the market, even without any new listings or building permits

sold during that time. But the supply likely will continue to grow. In 2010, the number of homes for sale in Noblesville Township sharply jumped from 594 in May to 692 in June, and the number remained above 600 until October. The number of home sales and pending sales during that span, how-

Tricks of the trade One simple tip Meyer often tells sellers is to remove as many personal belongings as possible when showing a home, especially photos and other family items. “A lot of people are proud of their families and don’t want to do that,” he said. “It just makes it easier for them to imagine their things in there and gives an illusion of a super-clean house.”

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ever, did not see a significant increase. Additionally, there may be a little more than 300 single-family home permits sold in 2011 if this year is consistent with the previous two. Permit sales peaked at 1,187 in 2004 and 1,186 in 2005 but have been decreasing since. The 326 sold in 2010 was the lowest since 1996, but while this trend will help balance the home inventory in the long term, Meyer said this year’s sellers will still have a tough hill to climb. Tough, but not impossible While heavy competition is making selling a home more challenging, local realtor Jon Hirschfeld says sellers can still expect to close in two to four months if they price competitively and adhere to the market’s new standards. “You used to walk into a home and tell the seller, ‘Well it would be nice if you did this, or Hirschfeld added this and painted this, but we can still sell it,’” said Hirschfeld, manager of the Noblesville F.C. Tucker office. “Now, we probably can’t.” Today, Hirschfeld said homes must be movein ready to stand up to their competition. And more often than not, buyers will expect granite countertops and stainless steel appliances – regardless of a home’s price range. “There’s always going to be someone out there who’s figuring out how to get those in their house,” Meyer said. The lower, the better for sellers Both Meyer and Hirschfeld said the supply and demand are much more balanced for homes in lower price ranges. Homes priced at $350,000 and up may be very difficult to sell and provide great opportunities for buyers to find a bargain. Meyer said he’s seen some homes in this higher range drop by as much as $100,000 in price.

getting it just right Because buyers now put more emphasis on homes being move-in ready, Meyer said more homeowners are contacting real estate agents months before their homes are ever listed to go over any areas their homes that must first be addressed. As for this year, however, Meyer said sellers looking to close this summer or fall should have their homes listed by May at the latest. Meyer suggested that owners of higherpriced homes wait as long as possible before going on the market, as, on average, homes have lost about 10 percent or more of their value in the last five years.

coming to terms “Our problem is not underpriced houses; it’s overpriced houses,” Meyer said. “People still have in their heads what their friends were getting for their homes a few years ago, but those days are gone.” Additionally, Meyer said some people may be reluctant to perform the necessary renovations on their homes because they are unlikely to get their money back. “But it’s also true that the absence of that feature may mean the difference between your house selling and not selling,” he said. “How much are you willing to pay to get an offer?”

While buyers can be choosy with mid-level to high-end homes, Hirschfeld said there are and likely will continue to be a high number of people looking for lower-priced homes as the economy continues to recover. His advice: If buyers find something they like in this lower price range, jump on it.

“People still have in their heads what their friends were getting for their homes a few years ago, but those days are gone.”

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DISPATCHES » Principal wanted – Noblesville Schools is accepting applications for an elementary principal for the 2011-2012 school year. The position presents an opportunity for an experienced administrator to provide leadership within one of the leading school districts in the state. Learn more and apply online at www.noblesvilleschools.org. » School board meeting – The Noblesville school board will meet March 15, 7 p.m. at the central office annex, 1775 Field Drive. For more information, visit www.noblesvilleschools.org. » HEPL collecting phones – Hamilton East Public Library is partnering with Prevail to collect unused or retired cell phones to assist victims of domestic violence. Donated cell phones will be refurbished and reprogrammed for emergency calls, or sold to help raise funding for agencies that fight domestic violence. All cell phones must be deacti-

vated prior to donation. Donations will be accepted through March at both the Fishers Library and the Noblesville Library. For more information, call 773-1384. » Writing increases neural activity – A recent Indiana University study had one group of children practice printing letters by hand while a second group just looked at examples of A's, B's, and C's. Then, both groups entered a functional MRI that scanned their brains as the researchers showed them letters. The neural activity in the first group was far more advanced and "adult-like," researchers found. -www.theweek.com » Pot leads to psychosis – People who use cannabis in their youth dramatically increase their risk of psychotic symptoms, and continued use of the drug can raise the risk of developing a psychotic disorder in later life, scientists said last week. In a 10-year study of links between cannabis use and psychosis, Dutch researchers found that cannabis use almost doubled the risk of later psychotic symptoms. -Reuters

Commas, continued

GRAMMAR LESSON By Brandie Bohney It sounds like a surgical procedure or gardening propagation technique: the comma splice. Since I’m neither a surgeon nor a successful gardener, I think you probably already realize that the comma splice has to do with grammar. Comma splices are a basic punctuation error. In fact, my grammar guru – I have a guru of my own – would tell you that if you use comma splices, you are only barely literate. I wouldn’t go that far. At least not all the time. So what is this error? Comma splices are created when the writer uses a comma instead of a period or semicolon to separate two independent clauses: Mark went to the store, he didn’t find what he wanted. You can easily correct this problem by replacing the comma with a semicolon to keep the one-sentence format or divide the clauses into two sentences separated by a period. Easy, right? Sort of. What if you use a conjunction such as but? Great! Now you can use the comma: Mark went to the store, but he didn’t find what he wanted. The only thing you have to remember in this case is that only coordinating conjunctions (and, but, for, or, nor, yet, so) can partner with

a comma without continuing to create a comma splice. And that’s where it gets tricky. Many people think the adverb however can be used in place of but in such a situation. It can’t. The following sentence is still a comma splice: Mark went to the store, however he didn’t find what he wanted. If you want to use however, you need a semicolon or a period, because however isn’t a coordinating conjunction: Mark went to the store; however, he didn’t find what he wanted. Mark went to the store. However, he didn’t find what he wanted. Most grammar check programs will catch a comma splice and give you the wavy green underline to let you know it may be incorrect. Many people, however, don’t see the error even with the underlined suggestion. While I don’t suggest that you ever just make every grammar- and spell-check recommended change, take a moment to look them over. Now that you know what comma splices are, you’ll be in a better place to correct them.

Many people think the adverb however can be used in place of but in such a situation.

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I am an artist … right?

love of all things doused in color and creativity. TEEN LIFE So, I kept it short and sweet. By Jenna Larson At one point, we encountered the Star StuI love art. I took an AP art history course dio. The room was void of other visitors, so we last year, and it totally made me a believer. It entered and looked around. A few tables with elevated me to a new level of nerdiness, as I boxes of art supplies were set out, and there now own two three-inch binders stuffed with was a wall covered in notes on everything from each holding cave paintings to Roman The idea was to take one of clipboards, a piece of paper with a sculptures to impressionthe clipboards down, decorate word at the bottom. ism to modern works. The idea was to take Not to mention, I the paper in a style that one of the clipboards have quite the stash of communicates the word on down, decorate the paper small canvases and acrylic the bottom, and then hang it in a style that commupaints in my room. nicates the word on the Yeah. I really like art. back up for others to see. bottom, and then hang it So, a few weekends back up for others to see. ago, on what I sure hope I picked “beauty” and my boyfriend selected “capwas the last snow day of the year, I convinced tive.” We probably spent at least a half hour oozing my boyfriend to go with me to the Indianapolis creativity through clipart and colored pencils. Museum of Art. Getting to hang the clipboard back up next to We walked in, and the entrance was comall the other attempts at art felt pretty awesome, pletely wrapped in colored string, twisting down unmatched even by being greeted with curving, from the ceiling. 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was in focus, but the bushes were blurred; you PHOTOGRAPHY would have a shallow depth of field. The lower By Leslie Webber your aperture, the more blur in the background. Learning to shoot in manual mode will help Another way to achieve the effect is by manipuyou learn about your camera and photography. lating the distance between your camera and the Shooting in manual allows you to control the subject. images you shoot. It The caveat here is can be intimidating, but I rarely shoot above an f/5.0 even you can only go as low don’t be afraid! It’s fun. I when I’m shooting an entire family. as your lens allows. So promise. when you see a lens deThere are three comscribed as a “50mm f/1.4,” it means that lens ponents you need to learn to effectively shoot will let you dial all the way down to a 1.4 aperin manual. They all work together like moving ture. The higher the number, the more objects parts to expose your image properly and give you in your images will be in focus. I rarely shoot the look you want to achieve. They are aperture, ISO, and shutter speed. Each subject could easily above an f/5.0 even when I’m shooting an entire family. If I want them all in focus, I just make fill a column, so I’m going to start with aperture sure they’re all on the same plane. because it is always the first component I conIn low light situations, a low aperture allows sider when determining my settings. you to expose more of your image. The lower Aperture refers to how “open” your lens is the aperture, the larger the opening of your lens, when you are shooting. The terms f/stop and which lets in more light. Think of it as a closet aperture are often used interchangeably. There with a light on. If you crack the door, it lets a are many lengthy and detailed descriptions, but little light escape. If you open the door comaperture really does two things for your images; pletely, a dark room is flooded with light. determines your depth of field and how much Next time we’ll talk about ISO. light your camera will allow into your image. (Check the owner’s manual to find out how to adjust aperture on your camera.) Leslie Webber is a Noblesville Depth of field refers to the distance between resident, wife, mother of two very young children and a professional the nearest and farthest objects in an image that photographer. Visit her Web site at appear sharp. For example, if you took a picture www.lesliewebber.com. of a dog sitting in front of bushes and the dog

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The history of Mardi Gras TRAVEL By Tracy Line Put your beads on and get ready to feast. Today is Fat Tuesday, the last day of the Carnival season, a weeklong event celebrating the commencement of Lent. If you think Mardi Gras is just about music, parades and drinking, you’re only half right. The traditions of this unique event have deep roots in our world’s history. Long before even I was born, ancient Romans celebrated Lupercalia, a circus-like festival honoring fertility. With a nudge from Catholic Church, this pagan party was altered into Carnival, a time of merriment before Lent. The idea was to use up all meat and other foods that would go bad during Lent (when people ate lightly). Mardi Gras was introduced to Americans in 1699 when French explorer Pierre le Moyne d’Iberville arrived in Louisiana. Masquerade balls were all the rage in New Orleans during the early 1700s. Yet Carnival customs were banned when Spain gained control of the territory, only to be reinstated in 1803 when the U.S. gained control. The first

Mardi Gras parade was held in 1837, and the first with floats was in 1857. Mardi Gras has had many transformations over the centuries, but some traditions remain. The official colors are purple representing justice, green for faith, and gold for power. The traditional dessert is kings’ cake, an ovalshaped cake symbolizing the unity of faiths. The season follows the lunar calendar, and Fat Tuesday is always 47 days before Easter Sunday. Mardi Gras is celebrated across the nation but is most widely known in New Orleans, LA, Mobile, AL and Pensacola, FL. The fun begins Jan. 6 with the Feast of the Epiphany. Next comes the many ballroom dances and then parades, parades, parades. From its pagan roots to its Christian traditions and crazy festivities events, Mardi Gras is a vibrant affair!

The first Mardi Gras parade was held in 1837, and the first with floats was in 1857.

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Manager at Luca Pizza Where I Dine “I love going to a steakhouse, like Texas Roadhouse.” What I Order “I always order a 16 oz. T-bone steak, with a loaded baked potato and a large beer.” Why I Like It “I like the quality. Good quality beats any price, and if you want good food, you have to pay for it.” 12950 Publishers Drive Fishers, IN 46038 Phone: 317-585-5020

The scoop: From traditional Cantonese pan fried noodles to the highly-recommended pepper steak, this local restaurant offers a wide variety of choices – at a reasonable price. Buffet-style dining is available during lunch and dinner hours, and to-order dishes are available throughout the day. Patrons with kids will find a great deal here as well – 7-10-year-olds eat at a discounted rate, and kids 3-6 eat at half price.

pork, chicken and vegetable in hot garlic sauce. “Green Jade Scallop & Beef:” fresh scallops and beef sautéed with mushroom, broccoli and house sauce.

Type of food: Chinese Price: The lunch buffet is $7.25, while access to the dinner version will cost you $9.25. Specialty and take-out prices most often run $5.45 for a small order, and $8.25 for a large. Specialty menu items: “Sea Wind and Fire:” shrimp, chicken, BBQ pork with vegetable in a wine sauce. “San See in Garlic Sauce:” shredded beef,

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Pale and pasty or beautiful and bronze? COOKING By Michael Vlasich The thought of spring break makes us think of how we all look so pale, pasty, and tilt the scale a little on the plus side. All of us probably wished we had indulged a little less and paid attention a little more of the labels specifying the contents of the foods we’ve consumed. The big problem is giving into temptation without a second thought of consequences. This time of year it hits home in a drastic way - first in the mirror and then on the beach. The following are some basic guidelines for publishing labels regulated by the government. The top five concerns which food categories affect health are for weight or health monitoring, like high blood pressure, and cholesterol. These terms are to help us understand the real meaning. • Sugar – for it to be considered “sugar free” it must be less than .5 grams sugar per serving. To be called “reduced sugar” is must be 25 percent less sugar per exact reference portion than the regular item compared. “No Sugar added” means no sugar was added during processing or packing including even ingredients that contain sugar. • Calories – to be considered “Calorie free” it must be less than five calories per serving. “Low calorie” is 40 calories or less per serving and “reduced or fewer calories” is at least 25 percent fewer calories per serving to the exact reference portion than the regular item compared. • Sodium – to be “sodium free” is less than five milligrams of sodium per serving. “Low sodium” serving is 140 milligrams or less per serving. “Reduced sodium” is at least 25 percent less per serving to the exact reference portion than the regular item compared. • Fiber – “high fiber” is five grams or more fiber per serving. “Good source of fiber” is 2.5 to 4.9 grams fiber per serving. “More or added fiber” is 2.5 grams per serving more to the exact reference portion than the regular item compared. • Cholesterol – to be “cholesterol free” is less than two milligrams of cholesterol and two grams or less saturated fat per serving. “Low cholesterol” is 20 milligrams or less cholesterol and two grams or less of saturated fat per serving. “Reduced or less cholesterol” is at least 25 percent less cholesterol and two grams or less saturated fat as compared to the exact portion being referenced to a similar food. These are generic terms, but still the basic rules of life our grandmothers tried to teach us work the best. • Eat everything in moderation • Eat fresh foods, limit processed food consumption

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tomato bisque

Ingredients: • 1 Medium Spanish onion, chopped • 1 carrot, chopped • 1 stalk celery, chopped • 4 cloves garlic, chopped • 5 cups chicken or vegetable broth, • 1 (28-ounce) can whole, peeled tomatoes (with liquid), roughly chopped • 3 springs fresh parsley • 3 fresh thyme sprigs • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning • 1 cup half and half Directions: Heat a medium size stock pot with a tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil, add the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic and cook, covered, stirring occasionally, until soft and fragrant. Pour in broth and tomatoes, bring to a boil. Meanwhile tie thyme, parsley, and bay leaf together and add to pot. Then reduce heat to simmer for 30 minutes. Let the soup base cool and then add to a blender and blend until smooth and then strain. Return strained soup to heat and add half and half and season to taste with salt and pepper.

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Balsamic pork chops Ingredients • 1 (6.2-ounce) package fast-cooking longgrain and wild rice mix • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary • 1/2 teaspoon salt • 1/2 teaspoon pepper • 6 (3/4-inch-thick) boneless pork chops • 2 tablespoons butter or margarine • 2 tablespoons olive oil • 2 garlic cloves, pressed • 1 (14 1/2-ounce) can chicken broth • 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar • Garnish: fresh rosemary sprigs Directions 1. Cook rice according to package directions; keep warm. 2. Combine flour, 1 teaspoon rosemary, salt,

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and pepper. Dredge pork chops in flour mixture. 3. Melt butter with oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; add garlic, and sauté 1 minute. Add pork chops, and cook 4 minutes on each side or until golden. Remove pork chops. 4. Add broth and vinegar, stirring to loosen particles from bottom of skillet. Cook 6 minutes or until liquid is reduced by half. Add pork chops, and cook 5 minutes or until done. Serve over rice. Garnish, if desired. -Southern Living • 1 packet Kool-Aid Tangerine mix • 1 oz Bacardi Gold rum • 1 oz Smirnoff vodka Directions 1. Combine all ingredients in a pilsner glass. Stir together, and serve. -www.drinksmixer.com

• Sit and eat, not on the run • When you start to feel full, stop eating • Don’t eat with your eyes, small portions are usually enough • Eat home-cooked meals, not out in restaurants Some experts claim we can stay fit and trim by strictly reading the labels and limiting what we eat. The real trick which works every time are grandmom’s wisdoms of words stated above Live by those and you will be the bronze beauty on the beach each and every spring and summer. Every lab rat tested has proven these to be true, can’t say the same for the governmentregulated label reading programs. Instead of opening a can of a well-known soup, I've included a recipe for tomato bisque. Chef Michael R. Vlasich, CEC, AAC, is a Carmel resident and the executive chef at the Indianapolis Marriott Downtown. You may e-mail him at chefmichael@ currentincarmel.com

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Rachel McAdams stars in 'Morning Glory.'

DVDs By Chris Lloyd “Morning Glory” got pasted at the box office and by critics, but I truly enjoyed it. It’s sort of the inverse of “Network” and “Broadcast News,” where the main character doesn’t fret about how television journalism is being watered down by infotainment, but wants to turn the dial on Lite News up to 11. Still, it has top-notch actors in roles they inhabit with clear enthusiasm, exchanging whip-smart banter at a breakneck pace, alternating sweet and sad moments with unhurried efficiency. Rachel McAdams plays Becky Fuller, a young, irrepressible producer given the thankless – and most think impossible – task of turning around “Daybreak,” the last-place network morning show. The studio is literally falling apart, the

field reporters are all castoffs, and the creepy co-host welcomes Becky by asking to take photographs of her feet. After the fetishist is given a quick heave, Becky manages to land legendary anchorman Mike Pomeroy as his replacement. Played with grizzled charm by Harrison Ford, Mike is so disenchanted by his fall from grace that he takes it out on Becky, his brittle co-host (an underused Diane Keaton) and everyone else in his path. Like the show it chronicles, “Morning Glory” ain’t Pulitzer material, but it is entertaining. Movie: B-plus Read more of Chris Lloyd’s review of current films and DVD’s at www. captaincritic.blogspot.com or www. TheFilmYap.com.

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Beef and Boards Dinner Theatre: Hairspray Now-March 27, 2011, Show times vary Beef and Boards, 9301 N. Michigan Road Tickets $36-59; Call (317) 872-9664 Join Tracy Turnblad and Link Larkin as they fall in love and dance the night away in this hit Broadway musical set in the 1960s. Tracy becomes an overnight sensation on a local teen dance television show, and uses her fabulous dance moves, curves, and forward-thinking to make some major changes to her Baltimore home.

March 10 The Indianapolis Museum of Art: Hard Truths -The Art of Thornton Dial Now-September 18, 2011 Indianapolis Museum of Art 3000 Michigan Rd. Tickets $8.00 Public, Free for members; for more information visit www.imamuseum.org Thornton Dial is an extraordinary American artist, whose work addresses social issues in innovative and thoughtful ways.

March 12 Carmel Symphony Orchestra: Gold, Silver, Bronze Saturday, March 12, 7:30 p.m. The Palladium, Carmel Tickets at www.carmelsymphony.org Join the Carmel Symphony and the medalists of the 2010 International Violin Competition Indianapolis for a night of spectacular classical music.

March 13 Going Solo: In Acting Shakespeare March 10: 2 p.m. & 7:30 p.m., March 13: 2 p.m. Indiana Repertory Theatre, 140 W. Washington St., Indianapolis, IN 46024 Tickets $36 regular, $42 premium Call 317-635-5252 or visit www.irtlive.com In this humorous memoir, DeVita exposes the many challenges he experienced on the path from Long Island fisherman to celebrated classical actor and playwright. On the way he performs passages from a dozen of Shakespeare’s plays with dexterity and wit.

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Center for the Performing Art: Tango Buenos Aires March 16, 7:30 p.m. The Palladium, Carmel Tickets at thecenterfortheperformingarts.org Tango Buenos Aires enjoys worldwide acclaim for its authentic and uncompromising interpretations of Argentina’s national art form. The Tango is renowned for its impeccable precision and its sensuality. Performed by the brilliant dancers of Tango Buenos Aires, it will take your breath away.

March 18 Civic Theatre: Cabaret March 11-27, Thursdays-Sundays, Showtime varies. Tickets $25-32, Call 317-923-4597 or visit www.civictheatre.org Civic Theatre at Marian University 3200 Cold Spring Road On the eve of Hitler’s rise to power, a Cabaret singer, an American writer and the citizens of Berlin are caught in the swirling maelstrom of a changing society. This provocative Broadway show features a macabre emcee and phenomenal cabaret dance numbers.

March 20 The Storytelling Ability of a Boy March 11 – 27 7 p.m. Thursdays, 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 2 p.m. Sundays The Phoenix Theatre, 749 N. Park Ave., Indianapolis, IN 46202 Tickets $15 Thursdays, $25 for adults, $15 for ages 20 and under Call 317-635-7529 or visit phoenixtheatre.org. The story of two dangerously smart teenagers and the teacher struggling to help them, armed with humor and compassion. No matter how smart or talented any of us are, each of us has felt at some point in our lives that we didn’t belong. In perhaps the toughest world of all – high school – Peck and Dora have each other and their friendship can endure anything the bullies or the teachers or society can throw at them.

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DISPATCHES » Free remodeling seminars – Case Design/Remodeling will offer two free kitchen and bath seminars this month. The first will be held at Michael’s Southshore at Geist, 11705 Fox Road, Indianapolis, on Thursday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. The second will be held Saturday from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at the Indianapolis Yacht Club at Geist, 12900 Fall Creek Road. Call 846-2600 to register. » Great earrings for spring – Spring is nearing, so it's time to refresh one's accessories collection. These shoulder-grazing, goldplated earrings from Citrine by the Stones would look right with breezy floral pieces as well as more structured, minimalist looks, like those at Michael Kors. Give them a spin now by pairing them with menswear-inspired looks for evening. Available at shopbop.com, $98. -www.thecut.com

Engineered wood flooring have come of age … COMMENTARY By Vicky Earley Wood floors create a warm and timeless expression for a home that other floorings can’t match. They are durable, and with the variety of finishes available, they have become the flooring of choice for most designers. Changes and improvements in the hardwood flooring industry have ushered in more selection than ever before. With increased choice comes the need for more background information than ever. One option that is sure to present itself in the dense forest of hardwood choices is engineered wood flooring. This product is a cousin to solid hardwood but proffers a list of independent pros and cons. Engineered wood flooring typically has three or more core layers in addition to the top hardwood veneer. This layer of hardwood veneer is the same genuine hardwood enjoyed in solid hardwood floors. This is generally a thin layer of the show wood, typically 0.6mm to 4.5mm or more in thickness. Once you have installed an engineered wood floor, the only visible difference will be your bill, as engineered is generally a less expensive option. Engineered products constructed with three to five layers and a top layer of premium hardwood counteract the natural tendency of wood to expand and contract with seasonal changes in temperature and humidity, making engineered flooring dimensionally stable.

Engineered products constructed with three to five layers and a top layer of premium hardwood counteract the natural tendency of wood to expand and contract .

Most engineered wood floors are prefinished at the factory, which eliminates the mess, time and vapors associated with applying the finish coats at the job site. Prefinished floors are ready to be walked on right after the installation is complete. Most factory applied finishes are UVcured with ultra violet lights, which creates a much harder finish than a job-site finish. In addition, the manufacturer can apply more coats of finish as well as giving added protection. Engineered wood is an ideal choice in an area where humidity is an issue. Where solid wood might warp and wave, engineered wood has the best chance for remaining flat. The big question that usually accompanies the choice of an engineered wood product is, “Can I refinish an engineered floor”? The answer? It depends entirely upon the thickness of the hardwood layer. The reality is that due to the high quality of finishes offered, 95 percent of engineered hardwood surfaces are never refinished. If sanding is desired, typically the professional sanding procedure removes 1/32 of an inch. Therefore, if an engineered wood floor has a 2mm layer it can be sanded 1-2 times. 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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Your stylist understands your hair type and texture, so it is pertinent to get a professional recommendation for which shampoo works best for your hair needs. Whether it is color protecting, such as Brocato’s VibraColor shampoo or Aquage’s Volumizing shampoo that you need, your stylist will be able to recommend the perfect bottle for you. Shampoos also can help prevent and reverse damage to your hair caused by chemicals or the elements. Healthy hair begins with the proper products and regimen for at-home maintenance

Plaid ties (Just not paired with a plaid shirt) Suede buck shoes (Choose a bright color if you are risky enough) Linen (It’s OK for it to get wrinkled) Denim (Found in any color of the rainbow this season) Get out and be different this spring!

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» New procedure at IU Health – A scar-free procedure for treating acid reflux and heartburn is now available in the Indianapolis area. Don Selzer, MD, and Dan McKenna, MD, recently began offering the new procedure – Transoral Incisionless Fundoplication procedure (TIF) – at Indiana University Health North Hospital in Carmel. The procedure uses the innovative EsophyX device for the treatment of GERD. » Light fights depression – As we spend more of our time indoors we are becoming increasingly deprived of the bright light that is essential to our health and well-being. Our eyes have special light receptors, connected directly to the middle of the brain, that respond only to the brightness of outdoor light. That light, absorbed by the eyes, stimulates the release of neurotransmitters and hormones that regulate mood, sleep, and energy. Without it, our natural sleep-wake cycle goes awry and our mood and energy suffer. -www.health.msn.com » Diabetes fair – Join Riverview Medical Group’s Diabetes Center for a free Diabetes Fair on March 19, 8 to 11 a.m, in the lower level of the Women’s Pavilion, entrance 11. Find out if you are at a high risk by getting a free A1C screening at the event. An A1C is a test that measures a person’s average blood glucose level over the past two to three months. For more information, call 770-5835. » Eat fresh, not dried fruit – Dried fruit is nutritious, but by weight it has more than twice the calories of fresh. And because its water content is lower, you have to eat more to feel satisfied. In fact, fresh fruit beats any other fruit product, including juice. -www.fitbie.msn.com » Stop dieting, ladies – A new study indicates that for marital happiness, a woman only needs to be thinner than her mate. Researchers monitored 165 newlywed couples over four years, tracking their marital satisfaction via questionnaires. Results showed that men’s satisfaction wasn’t connected to their wives’ actual weight but did closely track to whether their wives were thinner than they were. The women also were happier in these cases. -The Week

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The importance of off days FITNESS By April Conard They say that when you fall off the horse, you should get right back on. This is true for every aspect of your life, especially your health and wellbeing. Life is not easy, that is a fact and it is also a fact that there will be times when you slip up on your nutrition and exercise plan. In a way, this is a good thing. Having an “off” day can really put you to the test. To realize that this journey is forever, sometimes things are difficult and how are you going to deal? I mean, some days you just don’t feel like putting on your tennis shoes and heading to the gym. Or your will power to say no to that third (or fourth) piece of pizza just isn’t there. Again, how will you deal? I know how you shouldn’t handle the situation. DO NOT label yourself as a failure. Giving up is not a choice. So what if you didn’t make it to the gym today. Just go back tomorrow, no big deal. Treating yourself as a failure will only sabotage your success.

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Running with the 80s COMMENTARY By David Cain A room full of people looked out the window. There was a man about 80 years old running by. It was impressive to me to see a guy that age running in 34-degree weather that felt like 27 degrees. It was really more like a runwalk, but he was out there nonetheless. He was making his way and doing his thing. I’m 43 years old and I run, too. Just as I watched this enterprising older gent pass by the window, someone in the office said, “That’s probably how Dave looks running.” Ouch! Rough crowd! Thanks. What are you? 22 years old? Actually, she is. It was the remark of a 22-year-old woman.

While I don’t consider myself old, younger people do. It got me thinking about age and perception. While I don’t consider myself old, younger people do. My 80-year-old friend likely would think I’m a kid. My co-workers fresh from college think of me as an older man. My kids, well they’re too young to know, I thought. I went home and asked my three-yearold how old she thought I was. Her answer, “You’re old.” I answered quickly with, “Are you serious?” She responded again, “You’re old and I’m new.” Okay, that’s fair. I decided I’d fare better with my five-year-old. I posed the same question to her. She quipped, “I think you are 10, Daddy!” I wasn’t sure if my feelings were that of relief or confusion. Was she saying I must be twice her age, which to a child probably seems ancient? I decided then and there I should resolve the situation myself. I’m 43 and proud of it. I’m 43 and feel 23 sometimes and 63 other days. Hey, if the weather can offer an actual temperature and a “feels like” temp, why can’t we do the same with age? It’s my actual age versus my effective age. I decided today that I would let my own perception form my perception. I’m not going to be jaded by others. Despite working in an office of Generation Y (Millennials), I’m going to continue being Gen X. Even though my exercising might resemble a run-walk too, let’s see if a Y can keep up with an X.

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The 2002 of the Future: the E30 3 Series AUTOS By Shawn Miller This will be the first in a series of bi-weekly columns on the collector car hobby and, more specifically, what I call “future classics.”Used cars that one can buy now can become collector cars in the future. BMW’s 3 Series contains some of these future collectibles. The 3 Series was considered the entry-level BMW, but many believe it is the best car BMW makes. The E30 BMW, produced from 1982 to 1990, is widely considered the best all around 3 Series ever produced and it is quickly becoming to collectors today what the 2002 is to collectors of earlier cars. The E30 spawned the Legendary M3, an instant classic that still holds a big chunk of its original value some 25 years later. Four body styles were produced, a four-door sedan, a two-door coupe, a five-door wagon (marketed as the “touring”), and a two-door convertible. A Baur Cabrio was also available. A variety of 4 and 6 cylinder engines were employed over the run of the E30 all of which are solidly reliable and good for 200,000 miles or more if properly maintained. Parts are readily available, not expensive, and the cars are easily maintained by the hobbyist mechanic. Prices vary widely from entry level 318i’s in the under-$2,000 range to low mileage and

Above: BMW M3s are typically priced in the mid-$20,000 range. Below: The BMW 318i can be purchased for around $2,000 or less.

show ready M3’s in the mid-$20,000 range. A nice 325i Convertible is typically in the $3,000-$5,000 range today. I believe these cars should steadily increase in value over the next decade and beyond. Shawn Miller is a lifelong car collector and president of SignificantCars.com, a successful collector car brokerage with a showroom at 2225 E 54th St, just west of Keystone.

David Cain works at MediaSauce, a digital media and online marketing company in Carmel. David welcomes your questions or comments at David.Cain@MediaSauce.com.

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As wedding season approaches, Lucy’s Bridal has opened its doors as a full service bridal boutique in Carmel. An intimate space, Lucy’s Bridal focuses on creating a very personalized, low-pressure experience for brides and their party. One-on-one appointments and high expectations for customer service also help distinguish this small, locally owned bridal store. Though Lucy’s Bridal is new to the area, those who work in the store are not new to the business. Experienced in alterations and design, Lucy Qi of Carmel expanded into wedding gown design and decided to open the boutique to service her many loyal customers. A diverse number of styles that can be custom altered and also custom designed, as well as a number of accessories and dresses and tuxes for everyone makes it a bit easier to coordinate and bring style to a wedding. Not only are the dresses at Lucy’s Bridal unique and of high quality, but they are also carefully selected for a bride or bridal party on a budget. In addition to well-recognized labels, experienced seamstresses and designer Lucy Qi also has created her own line of dresses. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are preferred to best serve client needs. Address: 480 East Carmel Drive, Carmel | Phone: 317-848-4588 Hours: Mon - Fri: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. • Sat: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. • Sun: Closed Web site: .lucys-bridal.com | E-mail: info@lucys-bridal.com

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REMODELING By Larry Greene ORIGINAL BASEMENT: This home was built in 1988 in the Smokey Ridge subdivision. The current homeowners had big plans when they moved in to start with a kitchen remodel and then remodel the basement. However, in 2010, their basement flooded, and their priorities quickly reversed. HOMEOWNER’S FAVORITE DESIGN CHANGES: The homeowner commented, “We used to have a wood-burning stove in the basement, and now we have a vent less fire place. It’s the best! Also, we had this big clunky bar right in the middle of the room that took up a lot of space. Now, the new bar has been totally redesigned up against the wall, and it opened up so much more usable space.” The homeowner continued, “We also had a small half bath with a little closet down here before. Now, we have a full bathroom with a tub, better lighting and more closet space. It’s really cozy now. We love it.” FIREPLACE DETAILS: The existing brick fireplace hearth and surround was removed and hauled away, and the area was framed to fit the new firebox opening. After a gas line was roughed in, Eldorado Limestone York stone veneer was installed on the fireplace surround, hearth deck and hearth face with mortar joints. New semi-custom maple cabinets in taupe paint with café colored highlights (that match the new wet bar) were installed on each

Before side of the fireplace. Finally, prefinished engineered maple wood flooring in an alternate pattern with a 4”, 5”, and 6” wide planks was installed in a glue-down method. FINAL RESULTS: The homeowner was pleased with the overall results and commented, “It’s all usable space now! So much more lighting! Before, no one wanted to go down there; it was just a basement. Now we use it for our family movie nights, and there’s play space for the kids. Now, we’ll come down here to watch movies on our nice big TV.”

Crabgrass prevention for control freaks specific to the crabgrass seed itself. It will actuGARDENING ally prevent any seed from germinating. So if By Holly Lindzy you plan to plant grass seed, or over seed your Now that we can actually see the grass, it’s lawn, well … you’ll need appropriate to start planto wait at least a month ning for the care of it. Crabgrass is hard to control before doing so. The best March is the time to think ahead to when you with herbicide, once it has time would probably be early May. are cursing the lawn you And the earlier you get walk on for crabgrass, the germinated and developed, control freak’s nightmare. so that’s why the granular the crabgrass preventer down, the better, because Nasty, old, coarse-lookpreventative is essential. since the lawn treatment ing crabgrass … shudder. you purchase has fertilizer Crabgrass is an anin it, if the crabgrass seed has germinated, you’ll nual weed that gets its start early in the season only be fertilizing the bad boys. And, well, by germinating when the soil temperature is that’s definitely what we want to do, now is it? around 50 degrees. And I’m here to tell you So, off to the lawn and garden aisle you go, that if you had ANY crabgrass at all last year, preparing for what will be your best lawn yet. the seed is abundant, and it has a great rate of That is if the grubs don’t get to it first. More germination. on that later … So, with that in mind, it’s time to set about preventing that seed from germinating with Holly Lindzy is an Indiana accreda crabgrass preventative, such as Scott’s with ited horticulturalist and advanced Crabgrass Preventer. Crabgrass is hard to master gardener residing in control with herbicide, once it has germinated Noblesville. Email your gardening and developed, so that’s why the granular prewoes (or wisdom) to info@curventative is essential. rentnoblesville.com (write attn: Holly Lindzy in the subject line). One caveat to the preventative: It is not

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Terrific window treatment tips INTERIORS By Sue Pelley Strictly speaking, windows, along with walls, floors and ceilings, form the “shell” of any room. Your windows may be treated to blend unobtrusively into the background, or take center stage in your room’s design. However you chose to treat your windows, they are really a decorating opportunity to help you set your room’s mood and style. Before you look into the wide range of possibilities, analyze your window needs and determine just what you want your window beauty treatment to do. Here are some terrific window treatment tips to help you along in the process! Want to hide an unattractive view without shutting out sunlight? Why not try framing your windows with beautiful printed or textured sheer side panels? Add some splash! Try accenting your window treatments with tiebacks, fringe or beads. It’s not only a clever way to get an even more custom look, but will add a splash of the unexpected to your design. Add some drama! Decorative rods, brackets and finials have expanded dramatically and beautifully in today’s marketplace. From wood

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to metal to unusual materials, today’s rod choices are varied, unlimited and gorgeous! Large room? Small windows? By extending your window treatment side panels and top treatments beyond the edges of small windows, your room will actually appear just a bit larger and more expansive. Small room? Small windows? Try to keep your window treatment design and color simpler in style. You’ll definitely find that your room will tend to appear larger. Scrumptious side panels! Consider framing the beauty of your windows with scrumptious side panels. From silks to tapestries to sheer fabrics, side panels truly add beauty, flair and excitement to any window design. Shady shades! Never before have Roman shades been as popular as they are today! These beauty shades provide privacy in the most decorative of ways! Noblesville residents and business partners Sue Pelley and JoAnne North operate Decorating Den Interiors. Design segments featuring Pelly have aired on HGTV. Pelley can be contacted at: suepel@ sbcglobal.net.

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Their quest is your quest – join I’m just not that into God, part 1 GENEALOGY By Darla Kinney Scoles If you are lucky enough to live in the same area as your ancestors, find out about your local genealogy or historical society (your library will give you a number to call). At society meetings you will meet people with a wide cross-section of experience levels who will give you good advice and become an invaluable source of local information, records and resources. You’ll likely make some good friends, too. At some meetings, new members are asked to stand, introduce themselves and list names of families they are looking for. It’s likely that other regular members are working on some of the same lines. Even if they aren’t, they can help you know where to look for those you are researching. Members of your local society will familiarize you with local records, potentially saving you months of research. The work done by these societies not only benefits individuals, but the entire communities. The local historical society in my previous town gave annual history tours, staffed a museum of regional artifacts, conducted interactive field trips for local fourth graders and raised funds through a pancake breakfast that was an extremely popular event. It was my privilege to be a part of such great service to a town and its residents, both past and present. It was with their help that I began to understand how to unlock the stories inside of my family members – and myself. By volunteer-

Hamilton County Genealogy Society 111 Beechmont Drive. Carmel, 46032 Phone: 846-5714 Kathyvena@att.net Contact: Kathy A. Venable, President Hamilton County Historical Society www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~inhchs P.O. Box 397 Noblesville, 46061 Phone: 770-0775 hamiltoncomuseum@att.net Contact: Diane Nevitt, Director President: David Heighway ing at their various events I came to understand my home place in a way that only history can instill. And because of their enthusiasm for all things historical I too became a fan of finding my ancestors. Under the umbrella of the Indiana Historical Society, Hamilton County has a Genealogy Society, a Historical Society and a local historian. Join these people in their efforts, for their quest is your quest. Darla Kinney Scoles is a freelance journalist living in Noblesville. Her most recent work involves the creation of “Stories”, an individualized writing service helping people get their personal histories down on paper. Contact her at darlakinneyscoles@gmail.com.

FAITH By Bob Walters We are conditioned by our culture to believe that God – especially the person of Jesus Christ – is merely one of life’s extracurricular activities, not the full-time source and center of our humanity and life itself. There is doubt. God is OK but organized religion is a pain. Yeah I suppose there is a God but until He proves to me he or she exists I’m looking out for No. 1. When I sincerely tried to pray, I got no answer. What’s God ever done for me? There is reason. Survival depends on my ability to reason, to choose and to judge right and wrong. I’m supposed to deny my powers of reason and “believe” in a God I can’t see? Who allowed his own son to be killed? Who needs a father like that? There is precedent. I’m free, aren’t I? Don’t Bible-thump me with that Jesus nonsense. Arose from the dead? Loves sinners? Forgives even the stuff I’ve done? C’mon. I’m too smart for that. I know things. And don’t mix faith with public schooling. It’s my God-given right to have church and state separated! “God-given?” Alas. Truth is, people generally accept the existence of God. Survey after survey pegs “atheist” as identifying only four percent or so of the U.S. population. Not that God tracks his ratings, He’s there whether we believe in Him

or not. But our culture of media and personal esteem makes it far too appealing and easy for us to seek reality elsewhere. I did that for about 30 years. I never thought God didn’t exist. Nor did I think Jesus, the Bible and the church were all that important. Just a bunch of old characters, old stories, old thinking. Jesus was a good man, the Bible has lots of good advice … but, the center of all life? I just wasn’t that into God. Thing is, I realize now, I wanted to BE God. As I grew to understand that the job was already taken, Jesus – our human-divine connection with God – suddenly became very important. Lent, the church season of Christ’s passion and sacrifice, begins tomorrow and ends at Easter. Traditionally, many Christians give up something for Lent. To take the critical step of putting Christ in the center of our lives and recalibrating / downsizing popular culture, let’s give up trying to be God. That job’s taken, and it’s a full-time gig. Bob Walters (www.believerbob. blogspot.com, email rlwcom@aol. com) will look at non-believers through Lent, urging believers not to give up on them.

'Breakdowns' can lead to breakthroughs RELATIONSHIPS By Kristen Boice Have you ever felt like you were going to have a breakdown or actually experienced one? How did you handle it? Did you learn from it? Often breakdowns can lead to breakthroughs. They can lead us down a path to better understanding ourselves and our emotions. At first, we can feel out of control and overwhelmed with our feelings of despair and anxiety. It’s hard to see that what we are going through is often a gift wrapped in a not-so-pretty package. A breakdown can remind us to slow down, regroup, take a breath and look at other possibilities. It can be a time of remembering what is really important and letting go of what’s not. In other words, what if we could see the good that can come out of challenges and know that we can learn, grow and evolve from them? In order to shift from despair to gratitude, we must first give ourselves permission to experience our emotions and remind ourselves we are going to, ultimately, be stronger. There are many healthy ways to shift from breakdown to having a breakthrough. Here are just a few suggestions: • Take a deep breath and slow down: Stop, breathe and ask yourself what really matters to you. • Identify your feelings and sit with them: We

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often fight breakdowns, which makes them more painful and terrifying. We have a choice. We can choose to stay stuck or we can try and find gratitude in what is being uncovered. • Talk to someone you trust: It can help to process and share what we are going through. Being vulnerable with a safe and healthy person can lead to reduced anxiety and more connection. • Journal: Write, draw or sketch what you are feeling and experiencing. Ask, “What can I learn from this situation?” • Exercise: It can be as simple as taking a walk outside. Or, it might be running, yoga, Zumba or playing a sport. Find what youe enjoy or works for you. • Ask for help or support: Sometimes we have this idea that asking for help is a sign of weakness; however, it’s the opposite. It is a sign of strength and courage. So, when you are experiencing what feels like a breakdown, slow down and remember what matters:uYOU. Maybe, this is exactly what you needed to make a positive change. Kristen Boice is an individual, couples and family counselor and speaker with Pathways to Healing Counseling & Education. Contact her at kristen@ pathwaystohealingcounseling.com.

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The American pit bull terrier: Fact versus fiction

CANINES By Rebecca Stevens March is pit bill awareness month at the Humane Society for Hamilton County, so I would like to take a few moments to share my thoughts, and the facts, on the world’s most vilianized and abused breed. This month is about educating the community about the history, characteristics, trials and tribulations of this breed, so we are offering a free mythbusting seminar March 26, where you’ll learn things you likely never knew. For example, American pit bull terriers have been a part of American culture for more than 200 years and are revered as one of the most loving and loyal breeds in existence. You’ll learn that “pit bulls” have consistently scored better on temperament tests conducted by the American Temperament Testing Society than collies, boxers, Dalmatians and many more breeds that might surprise you. You’ll learn that “pit bull” is actually not even a breed, but rather a catchall term used to describe dogs with big heads, broad chests or cropped ears—a dangerous assumption that has contributed to many dogs involved in bite cases being identified as “pit bulls” that were actually other breeds or mixes. And you’ll learn why “pit bulls” have become the most abused, and feared, dogs in the world, as criminals like Michael Vick have used their strength, resilience and unwavering loyalty against them. 1

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In addition to the free seminar, March 26 will also be a day to celebrate the breed with our annual pit bull parade featuring grand marshal, Hector. Hector was rescued from Vick’s compound and has gone on to become a certified therapy dog traveling the country as an ambassador to his breed. Hector has survived the unthinkable, but he lives every day disproving the stereotypes associated with “pit bulls,” alongside his owner, Roo Yori. I have seen thousands of “pit bulls” enter our doors over the years that have been neglected, used and abused. Their stories, like Hector’s, have been shocking and heart breaking. But of any breed of dog I have ever encountered, they also have the greatest propensity to love and forgive. I am inspired every day by their resilience and loyalty. For more information about the American pit bull terrier, our myth-busting seminar and our pit bull parade, please visit our Web site at www.hamiltonhumane.com. Rebecca Stevens is executive director of the Humane Society for Hamilton County . You may contact her with questions, solutions and story suggestions at hamiltonhumane@yahoo.com.

Pets of the week Ritchie is a two-year-old male white and black Dalmatian/ Retriever mix. Ritchie is a very social boy and loves to meet new people. He is very playful and loves to play fetch as much as he loves to get belly rubs. He is very gentle when taking treats, but he does tend to jump up a bit when he wants to play. Ritchie would love to find an active family who will give him plenty of daily exercise and also take him to obedience classes so he can learn proper manners. Until he completes training, he would be best suited in a home with children age 13 who can handle his energy level and playfulness. Molly is a five-year-old female dilute torbie DSH. Molly is a sweet little girl who adores human companionship. She was surrendered by her owner in February after caring for her for two years due to allergies. Molly hasn’t handled the stress of shelter life very well and has been in and out of foster homes try to recover from an upper respiratory infection. This is a condition that she overcomes each time she is in a home setting, but shortly after coming back to the shelter she becomes ill. This loving little girl simply needs a home to call her own and so she can relax and become the lap cat she wants to be. For more information on these and other animals at the Humane Society, call 317-773-4974

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Is everyone at hockey games an idiot? HUMOR By Mike Redmond Had a grand time the other night watching two-thirds of a hockey game. The other third was not so grand, seeing as how I spent it in a line at the concessions stand. Basically, I spent the entire second period (two goals, three fights and three penalties) in line to get a Coke. For those of you not in the know, hockey is played in three periods of 20 minutes each. And these are sports minutes, not real life minutes, which means they can be up to 30 times longer than minutes anywhere else. Do the math and I spent 30 minutes of my life waiting to get refreshed. And why did it take so long? Because everyone else in the line was a moron. I’m talking about people who would make it to the front of the line and then decide they needed to start studying the menu. Never mind that they had half an hour to do while THEY were waiting. Oh, no. They had all been too busy talking on their cell phones and texting people back in the arena, or rolling their eyes and sighing noisily complaining about the slow service. So they get to the front of the line and start reading the menu. Slowly. Out loud. This, too, takes far longer than it should, seeing as how the bill of fare is what you might call limited: Prefab pizza, microwave-thawed pretzels, vintage popcorn, cardboard nachos with library paste

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cheese sauce, beer, wine, pop and water. The order is finally made and delivered fairly quickly. I want to make that point clear: The concession workers that I saw were friendly and efficient. No blame there. Comes time to pay. Is this a fast, easy cash transaction? Of course not. This will be paid in plastic, which means another several minutes lost to rooting around in wallets and purses looking for credit cards. And then another few putting things back in their places again. After which, the person notices that he or she is going to need considerable help getting all this snacky goodness back into the area and so whips out a cell phone to call in reinforcements – all while standing at the head of the line so as to best hold things up. Result? You miss the goals and fistfights, and all the players are so dog-bone tired by the time you get back to your seat that the third period is really just a skate-around. It’s enough to make you buy Pacers tickets. OK, that’s an exaggeration. But it’s enough to make you re-think the whole business of going out, with all its attendant headaches, from finding a place to park to chasing squatters out of your seats to wasting time in lines.. 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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••• Ruth Waneta Cornett Elder, 87, Noblesville, passed away Mar. 1. She was born June 17, 1923 in Indianapolis to Uriel and Pearl (Phillips) Cornett. She married Russell E. Elder on Aug. 3, 1941. They had been married for 69 years. Ruth worked at Naval Avionics Facility, retiring in 1969. She was a graduate of Decatur Central High School, where she had been a cheerleader and President of the Sunshine Society; She was also a member of Eastern Star Lynhurst Lodge 515. Russell and Ruth moved to Seminole, Florida in 1969, residing there for 13 years. In 1981 they moved to Leesburg and then, in 1994, they moved back to Indiana and settled in Westbrook Village in Noblesville. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by a great-grandchild, Abbey Simmons. She is survived by two daughters, Terry Jeanne Elder Roberts Yount and Linda Lee Elder McQueen; four grandchildren, Rebecca Lynn Roberts Hines, Carrrie Jane Roberts Simmons, Mark Andrew Roberts and Melissa Lee McQueen Borum; and eight greatgrandchildren, Holly, Sarah, Andrew and Ali Simmons, James (J.T.) Thomas, Chaney Rose Borum, and Paige and Katie Hines.

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