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The post-holiday tradition of establishing a New Year’s resolution seems to be ingrained in our cultural DNA. This month’s article, “Eating Right: Why You Should NOT Plan on Dieting in the New Year”, inspired a different perspective. The typical New Year’s resolution usually brings to mind a laundry list of all the things we "should" do or accomplish. Perhaps, this is the year to make a resolution to try something new.

The song “Let It Go” from the movie Frozen is ubiquitous.

Listening to the lyrics for the umpteenth time, the light bulb finally went off and the real message came through at last. It’s all about becoming true to the wonderful person you were created to be and expressing yourself in a way that is authentic to that self. Consider this … what can you let go this year to become your own true self?

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WEALTH MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES

STAYING SEAWORTHY:

How A Lifeboat Drill Could Prepare Your Portfolio For A Market Downturn WHILE IT MIGHT be tempting for investors to “set it and forget it” when the markets are up, history indicates this is exactly the wrong approach. Many of our clients benefit from being invested in accounts which are automatically and regularly rebalanced and this enables those accounts to be better positioned for a possible market correction.

However, some clients have 401(k) or IRA accounts or other investments that are not automatically rebalanced and retain very high allocations to equities since market values have been increasing for the past five years. These may also be highly skewed towards more volatile mid-cap and small-cap equities.

Maybe it’s time for a “lifeboat drill” to talk about how your portfolios will fair in turbulent seas.

The broader markets have been up strongly since the last correction ending March 9, 2009. Investors that rode out the financial crisis and recession of 2008 and 2009 have been rewarded handsomely and are probably sitting on some pretty big gains in their taxable portfolios. Even in their qualified accounts, they only have to look at the 5-year return numbers to see some impressive results.

It seems like every week we hit another all-time high in the Dow or S&P and the performance numbers on client statements show it.

But consider this – we have gone three years since the last 10% plus correction. That has happened only four other times in history: 1926-1939, 1934-1937, 1984-1987 and 2005-2007. After each of these time frames, the market had a correction of 35% plus.

This doesn’t mean that we are making a call on the markets and it doesn’t mean that we have turned bearish. In fact, I am a longterm bull. What it does mean is that we are realistic and want our clients to be prepared for whatever happens.

This is the time for a “lifeboat drill”. When you go on a cruise, you know that on the first day you are taught what to do and where to assemble in case of an emergency. The hope is that by training you, you will be prepared and won’t panic if something does happen. We cannot predict what is going to happen in the markets this year, or even tomorrow, but we do know that this is a good time to have a conversation about the future and what to do, and what not to do, when the next correction happens. Are you prepared for both good and bad times?

Make this your New Year’s 2015 resolution. Call our San Clemente office at 949-276-6333 to discuss your investments and how well positioned you are to weather the next storm that may unexpectedly blow your way. We offer a complementary portfolio review and second opinion for the readers of Talega Life. Please visit www.enmeier.com for more information.

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Want to help raise money for our local school, Vista del Mar? All you have to do is link your Ralph’s rewards card to Vista del Mar. Each year, Ralph’s donates 2-4% from every purchase made. Last year, they donated $19,000!

It’s simple to do. Next time you are in Ralph’s, just ask the cashier to scan your rewards card and the barcode for Vista del Mar. It’s a great, free way to help support our children’s education. The barcode is available at the check stands.

Dine Out Week: January 12-15

Another easy way to support Vista del Mar is by visiting the following restaurants on the days below and they will donate a percentage of your meal to Vista del Mar: Monday @ Board & Brew Tuesday @ Baja Fresh Wednesday @ Z Pizza Thursday @ Panera

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Vista Del Mar MAKO Educational Foundation Annual Gala Event Saturday, February 7 • 5:30pm–6pm VIP Reception 6pm–10:15pm Main Event @ Talega Golf Club, 990 Avenida Talega, San Clemente The gala is the biggest event in terms of fundraising and networking among the Vista Del Mar Elementary and Middle School community. The event theme will be “Saturday Night Fever” and will feature a live and silent auction along with dancing and seated dinner. The event is expected to draw 200 guests, including many of San Clemente’s active community members. Auction contributions will come from over 75 corporations and local businesses. Examples of auction items in the past have included Hawaiian vacations, premier seating at sports events, spa experiences, weekend getaways and much more. The Foundation’s mission is focused on longterm investments that impact the quality of each student’s education. Examples of funded investments at Vista Del Mar include new technology, a robotics program and many different types of enrichment programs. In the 2013-14 school year, the MAKO foundation gave back over $106 per student. Interested in attending or supporting this event? Please contact Don Belanger, President of the MAKO Educational Foundation at dbelanger@makofoundation.org or (949) 291-7575.

Tickets: $75 per person VIP Tickets: $100 per person (includes VIP reception, special seating and expedited check-in)

SAN CLEMENTE HIGH SCHOOL JANUARY SPORTS SCHEDULE (Events without a time listed are still to be determined.)

Girls Varsity Water Polo 1/8: El Toro @ 5:15pm @ San Clemente 1/10: D2 Showcase @ Santa Margarita 1/13: Aliso Niguel @ 5:15pm @ Aliso Niguel 1/16 – 1/17: Santa Barbra Tournament @ Santa Barbara 1/20: Tesoro @ 5:15pm @ Tesoro 1/21: Dana Hills @ 5:15pm @ San Clemente 1/22: Royal @ 6pm @ San Clemente 1/23-1/24: Coronado Tournament @ Coronado 1/31: El Toro @ 5:15pm @ El Toro Girls Junior Varsity Water Polo 1/8: El Toro @ 6:15pm @ San Clemente 1/9 -1/10: Laguna Beach Tournament @ Laguna Beach 1/13: Aliso Niguel @ 6:15pm @ Aliso Niguel 1/20: Tesoro @ 6:15pm @ Tesoro 1/21: Dana Hills @ 6:15pm @ San Clemente 1/31: El Toro @ 6:15pm @ El Toro

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Girls Freshmen/Sophomore Water Polo 1/8: El Toro @ 4:30pm @ San Clemente 1/13: Aliso Niguel @ 4:30pm @ Aliso Niguel 1/16- 1/17: Charger Cup Tournament @ El Toro 1/20: Tesoro @ 4:30pm @ Tesoro 1/21: Dana Hills @ 4:30pm @ San Clemente 1/31: El Toro @ 4:30pm @ El Toro

1/16: El Toro @ 5:30pm @ San Clemente 1/19: Corona del Mar @ 3pm @ San Clemente 1/21: Mission Viejo @ 5:30pm @ Mission Viejo 1/23: Dana Hills @ 5:30pm @ San Clemente 1/30: Tesoro @ 5:30pm @ San Clemente Boys Sophomore Basketball 1/6: Troy @ 5pm @ San Clemente 1/14: Aliso Niguel @ 5:30pm @ San Clemente 1/16: El Toro @ 5:30pm @ El Toro 1/19: Corona del Mar @ 1:30pm @ San Clemente 1/21: Mission Viejo @ 4:30pm @ San Clemente 1/23: Dana Hills @ 5:30pm @ Dana Hills 1/30: Tesoro @ 5:30pm @ Tesoro Boys Freshmen Basketball 1/6: Troy @ 3:30pm @ San Clemente 1/9: San Juan Hills @ 4pm @ San Clemente 1/14: Aliso Niguel @ 7pm @ San Clemente 1/16: El Toro @ 4pm @ El Toro 1/19: Corona del Mar @ 12pm @ San Clemente 1/21: Mission Viejo @ 4pm @ San Clemente 1/23: Dana Hills @ 4 pm @ Dana Hills 1/30: Tesoro @ 4 pm @ Tesoro

Boys Varsity Basketball 1/6: Troy @ 7pm @ San Clemente 1/9: San Juan Hills @ 7pm @ San Juan Hills 1/14: Aliso Niguel @ 7pm @ Aliso Niguel 1/16: El Toro @ 7pm @ San Clemente 1/21: Mission Viejo @ 7pm @ Mission Viejo 1/23: Dana Hills @ 7pm @ San Clemente 1/30: Tesoro @ 7pm @ San Clemente

Girls Varsity Soccer 1/8: Aliso Niguel @ 4:30 pm @ Aliso Niguel 1/13: Capistrano Valley @ 4:30 pm @ San Clemente 1/15: Mission Viejo @ 4:30 pm @ Mission Viejo 1/20: Dana Hills @ 4:30 pm @ San Clemente 1/29: Aliso Niguel @ 4:30 pm @ San Clemente

Boys Junior Varsity Basketball 1/6: Troy @ 5:30pm @ San Clemente 1/9: San Juan Hills @ 5:30pm @ San Juan Hills 1/14: Aliso Niguel @ 5:30pm @ Aliso Niguel

Girls Junior Varsity Soccer 1/8: Aliso Niguel @ 6pm @ Aliso Niguel 1/13: Capistrano Valley @ 6pm @ San Clemente

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1/15: Mission Viejo @ 6pm @ Mission Viejo 1/20: Dana Hills @ 6pm @ San Clemente 1/29: Aliso Niguel @ 6pm @ San Clemente Girls Freshmen/Sophomore Soccer 1/8: Aliso Niguel @ 4:30pm @ San Clemente 1/13: Capistrano Valley @ 4:30pm @ Capistrano Valley 1/15: Mission Viejo @ 4:30pm @ San Clemente 1/20: Dana Hills @ 4:30pm @ Dana Hills 1/29: Aliso Niguel @ 4:30pm @ Aliso Niguel Boys Varsity Wrestling 1/3: Ontario Invitational @ 9am @ Ontario 1/6: Mission Viejo @ 7pm @ Mission Viejo 1/16 - 1/17: Temecula Invitational @ 9am @ Temecula 1/20: Laguna Hills @ 7pm @ San Clemente 1/24: SC Rotary Tournament @ San Clemente 1/31: SCL Final @ 10am @ San Clemente Boys Junior Varsity Wrestling 1/6: Mission Viejo @ 5:30pm @ Mission Viejo 1/10: SC Rotary Tournament @ San Clemente 1/20: Laguna Hills @ 5:30pm @ San Clemente 1/31: SCL Final @ 10am @ San Clemente Boys Freshmen/ Sophomore Wrestling 1/6: Mission Viejo @ 5:30pm @ Mission Viejo 1/10: SC Rotary Tournament @ San Clemente 1/20: Laguna Hills @ 5:30pm @ San Clemente 1/24: La Costa Canyon Invitational @ 9:30am @ La Costa Canyon 1/31: SCL Final @ 10am @ San Clemente Boys Varsity Soccer 1/9: Capo Valley @ 4:30pm @ San Clemente 1/16: San Juan Hills @ 4:30pm @ San Juan Hills 1/21: Mission Viejo @ 4:30pm @ San Clemente 1/23: El Toro @ 4:30pm @ El Toro 1/20: Capo Valley @ 4:30pm @ Capo Valley

Boys Junior Varsity Soccer 1/9: Capo Valley @ 6:15pm @ San Clemente 1/16: San Juan Hills @ 6:15pm @ San Juan Hills 1/21: Mission Viejo @ 6:15pm @ San Clemente 1/23: El Toro @ 6:15pm @ El Toro 1/20: Capo Valley @ 6:15pm @ Capo Valley Boys Freshmen/Sophomore Soccer 1/9: Capo Valley @ 4:30pm @ Capo Valley 1/16: San Juan Hills @ 4:30pm @ San Clemente 1/21: Mission Viejo @ 4:30pm @ Mission Viejo 1/23: El Toro @ 4:30pm @ San Clemente 1/20: Capo Valley @ 4:30pm @ San Clemente

San Clemente High School Winter Formal

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January 30 • 8pm-11pm @ Pacific View Events Center, Building 202850, San Jacinto Road, Camp Pendleton Tickets MUST BE PURCHASED by the DEADLINE of JANUARY 28 or entrance will be not be permitted.

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BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT

New Concept for Preschool Education Opens in Talega A new concept in early childhood education is changing the way students in San Clemente will interact with nature, express gratitude and learn the fundamentals of early math and literacy. Dr. Dustine Rey (Founder and Executive Director of The Gratitude Garden Preschool) is announcing the opening of a nature-based, year-round preschool in the spring of 2015. The new school will have a balanced focus on curriculum inspired

by STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) combined with strong social and emotional influence. The environmentally friendly classrooms are designed to ignite the imagination, supporting local artists by using handmade and reclaimed wood furniture.

The school's design utilizes the rich teaching opportunities and discoveries of nature. The indoor/outdoor classrooms allow students to explore and play while applying early concepts – in math, engineering, physics, science, art, music and ecology. Students will participate in martial arts, cooking, foreign languages, dance and various forms of artistic expression. The curriculum is designed to instill a love for learning by giving children confidence to try new things and learn about the world around them.

“Children are naturally little scientists, curious about how the natural world works and why. Preschool is the perfect time to connect young curiosity to the foundations of STEM in a fun and playful way.” says Dr. Rey. She adds, “STEM is a perspective of connecting what children learn in a variety of settings to a range of materials for investigation, observation, inquiry and creation. This is why

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Gratitude Garden Preschool will serve 48 students, providing full-day educational care for two through six-year-olds. Monthly Kids’ Night Out programs and quarterly parent educational workshops will be offered.

“We aim to increase the well-being of our students, their families and the community. Parents are included in everything we do. For example, educational workshops provide tools for creating and maintaining wellness in their home as well as relationships. Our technology connects parents to their child’s daily activities by sending them teacherprepared pictures and videos of learning moments, strengthening the connection between home and school.”

A unique feature of the play area is the absence of poured rubber and concrete surfaces. “We intentionally do not have prefabricated play equipment that confines how and where children play. Instead, we assist children in designing a play scenario constructed from their imagination and developmental needs. This allows them to let their curiosity drive the process of learning. At this age, play and learning are expressions of the same concept,” explains Dr. Rey. The school places great emphasis on gratitude. “We know that children with a grateful perception experience less negative emotions, bounce back more quickly from adversity and feel better connected to school and family.

Therefore, developing gratitude is a priority. Students learn to appreciate the world and people around them through the use of art, stories, songs and theater,” says Dr. Rey. Dr. Rey is an adjunct professor at The Graduate School of Education and Psychology at Pepperdine University and the Founder/Executive Director of The Gratitude Garden Preschool in San Clemente. Parents and caregivers can attend one of the Information Sessions in Talega. Call (949) 572-4453 or visit www.GratitudeGardenPreschool.com for more details and enrollment information.

Answers to your Health and Fitness Questions New Preschool for ages 2-6 Serving San Clemente

college degree in health and fitness along with an accredited certification (such as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist issued by the National Strength and Conditioning Association).

Since the fitness industry is constantly evolving, you should also check that the trainer’s credentials are current to ensure that he/ she has been attending continuing education workshops from the time of their initial exam. You want assurances that you are working with a professional who has the knowledge and skills to provide you with a SAFE and EFFECTIVE workout from an organization that is highly recognized.

How do I choose the best trainer?

Staff Member Madison Answers: The trainer’s certification is The Gratitude Garden Preschool is a brand new concept in nurturing and educating young minds. It's designed to stimulate your child's imagination and sense of curiosity, which makes learning more natural and fun. Our goal is to instill a love for learning by giving children confidence to try new things and learn about the world around them.

All of this happens in a safe and creative environment where children enjoy playing and making new friendships.

Our hands-on science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) activities are complimented with gardening, art, music, dance, martial arts, foreign languages, and unstructured play in our nature-based playground.

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This will affect how you connect with the trainer. Asking questions about experience, past clients’ successes (and failures), their approach and promise to YOU will help you choose a trainer that best fits your needs.

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Coach Dave Answers: Working with your trainer is the best way to stay motivated and reach your fitness goals!

• Motivation – Staying motivated is hard! Your trainer keeps your motivation high through challenging workouts that deliver measurable results. All you need to do is show up!

• Efficient Exercises – You may already know many useful exercises, but your Trainer can organize those exercises that will maximize your results in less time.

• Proper Intensity – Too little intensity means more time working out, but too much can cause injuries and setbacks.

•K nowledge – Your Trainer should be highly educated with documented credentials and be abreast in the latest advances in Fitness.

• Fun –Your sessions must provide results but they also should be fun.

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WELLNESS TALK

EATING RIGHT:

Why You Should Plan on NOT Dieting In the New Year I REALIZE THAT the New Years diet resolution is as unavoidable as paying taxes, but I’m here to say don’t do it.

And here’s why:

Anticipation of food restriction sets us up for binge type eating.

It’s that whole idea of I’m never going to eat cookies (or insert your favorite food) again, so I may as well eat as much as I can now. We’ve all been there. Admittedly, I have eaten half a pie due to this type of thinking! Get those negative, restrictive thoughts out of your mind. Prevent overeating and keep your focus on your family, friends and spirituality.

Restrictive diets never work in the long run.

It’s funny how we keep making the New Years diet resolution, yet time and time again it doesn’t work. These types of diets will actually slow metabolism, increase anxiety and depression, make binge eating more likely and keep our minds preoccupied with food – as well as typically make us gain back the weight.

So, what can we do instead?

• Focus on weight maintenance versus weight loss.

Most people gain weight during the holidays, so maintaining is a huge success. Depending on your circumstances, the holidays may not have been an ideal time for weight loss. After the holidays, it’s important to keep goals realistic so we do not set ourselves up for failure.

• Be physically active each day. The holidays often throw us off our routines, but exercise needs to be mandatory. Schedule it in your calendar as if it’s a meeting with your boss and stick to it. Or grab a family member as an accountability partner and get out to walk or jog together. Exercise will relieve stress, help to regulate your appetite and ultimately help burn off some of those extra holiday calories. You will thank yourself for it later!

• Stay hydrated. It is very easy to mistake hunger for thirst, which makes us much more vulnerable to succumb and eat those tasty holiday treats that are still around. It is also very dry outside – but because it’s not hot, we often don’t think about hydrating the way we would in the summer months. We are also very busy and it can slip our minds, so carry a reusable aluminum water bottle with you at all times as your constant reminder to hydrate. Remember water is your number one weight loss mechanism.

• Maintain perspective. Food is a big part of any gathering, but it does not have to be the main focus. It’s important we remember balance and moderation. We also need to give ourselves permission to overeat or have some treats once in awhile. Overeating a time or two throughout the holidays does not make or break our eating plans or cause us to gain weight. If you did over-indulge, put it behind you. Trust yourself to go back to your regular eating plan without guilt, depression and despair.

Choosing an Orthodontist:

It’s Not The Surgical Tools That Perform The Surgery RECENTLY A PATIENT asked me if she could get her braces put on in her home country and then have me monitor their progress.

Her rationale: braces are cheaper back home. I realized that in her mind, the braces work all by themselves. That is like believing a surgeons instruments are doing the surgery and it doesn’t matter who is performing the procedure!

When considering surgery, we look for the best surgeon around. Choosing an Orthodontist is no different. You want one with top-notch education and vast experience who is therefore most qualified to handle your needs. You are investing in the expertise of the Orthodontist, not the braces themselves.

A few things you should consider when choosing an Orthodontist:

➥ General dentist or Orthodontic Specialist? Who is best suited to address your orthodontic needs? A general dentist or an Orthodontic Specialist who spent an extra 2-3 years studying Orthodontics and can no longer practice dentistry (such as fillings and crowns)?

➥ Is your Orthodontist board certified? Board certification (www.americanboardortho.org) shows that the orthodontist has proven that they can treat to the highest level of care. ➥ How is the office team? Do they work as my advocate in appointment scheduling, working with insurance and handling emergencies? ➥ How much does it cost? Most people don’t base healthcare decisions entirely on price; they also consider expertise and final outcome. There are three factors we often take into consideration when making a purchase – boldquality, service and price.unbold Some shop at Nordstrom® for the high quality and service, knowing that it will be reflected in the price. Medical and dental procedures are no different.

Orthodontics is a service, not a commodity. In fact, from one office to another you may receive a completely different result and definitely a different experience! ➥ Not all Orthodontists are created equally. Where was his/ her education? Does s/he know you by name? Does s/he treat you as if you were a family member? Is s/he a perfectionist, resulting in better care?

After considering all these factors, you’ll likely find that in Orthodontics, it’s more than just braces … you’re investing in a result and an experience – a priceless smile that will last you a lifetime! (If you wear your retainer!)

Contact Dr. Taylor Olsen, a Board Certified Orthodontist with offices in San Clemente & San Juan Capistrano, at DrO@ocbraces. com or visit www.ocbraces.com for more information.

Remember what truly feeds us are open and honest relationships, exercise, spirituality and creative outlets.

Feed yourself an abundance of these things this New Year to stay balanced and get the most out of the opportunity for renewal.line space Melissa Schollaert is a Holistic Health & Nutrition Counselor and founder of Real Nutritious Living. Visit www.realnutritiousliving.com or more health tips, recipes, a free guide on the “Top 5 Slimming Superfoods” and to sign up for her newsletter.

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competed as a member of the dance team as well as in non-school related events. She served as song leader in her senior year, cheering for the sports teams and also performing in half time shows.

As she approached college, Brooke considered studying physical therapy or another body-related discipline.

But the further she got into school, the more she knew that her future studies couldn’t be anything but dance. Brooke was accepted into the acclaimed dance program at Brigham Young University in Utah and obtained her Bachelor of Arts degree.

After graduation, she applied to the Master’s program at the University of Utah. A week before her entrance audition, she tore her hamstring. It was bad timing and a terrible audition ... or maybe not.

Disappointed but determined to find another way to pursue a dance career, Brooke decided to move back home to California. She joined

the Savage Jazz Dance Company in Oakland, spending intense and endless hours in training nights and weekends. During the day, she was working the front desk at a physical therapy clinic. But she understood that dance wouldn’t be her “bread and

butter income” long term. Like Taylor, she also planned to have a family someday and wanted a flexible schedule. Inspired by her experience with Pilates during rehabilitation from a serious injury in high school, she also completed her certification as a Pilates

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aylor Olsen was born in Utah, moved to North Carolina and then to the San Fernando Valley.

As the son of a physician, he always knew he would practice medicine.

After returning home from a mission trip to El Salvador – his dad gave him some sound advice. He encouraged Taylor to look for an option that would allow him to make a good living, but also provide the flexibility to spend more time with a family.

Taylor was attending UCLA as an undergraduate to complete his studies for a Bachelor of Science degree

in Microbiology, Immunology and Molecular Genetics. He knew a lot of Dental School students at UCLA, but he had never really considered that as a possibility. Working in a breast cancer lab, Taylor noticed he was doing a lot of work with his hands. In a moment of clarity, he realized that was a key factor in the practice of dentistry.

Taylor was concerned that it might be too late to get accepted for dental school in the upcoming year, sharing “I was really behind the eight ball.”

Aspiring dental school students normally apply in June for acceptance

in December to start the next academic year. He made a decision to apply in October. The first date available to take the Dental Admission Test was December 5. By that date, many of his friends had already been accepted. It appeared to be bad timing for Taylor. Just in case, he applied to two schools – UCLA and Harvard. He was accepted at both … turned out to be great timing!

Brooke is from the Bay area, specifically Walnut Creek. Although interested in dance from an early age, she didn’t seriously start classes until the 8th grade. She said, “Studying basically everything from jazz to ballet to tap, I found very quickly that I was obsessed. Dance was all I wanted to do.” Her years in high school were filled with dance activities. She

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instructor. Brooke took a job teaching Pilates at the high-end Sports Club/ LA located in San Francisco.

When Taylor was attending Dental School at UCLA, Brooke moved to Beverly Hills to open the club’s new location. Enter her good friend from high school who was attending medical school at UCLA during the same time that Taylor was in dental school; they happened to be best friends. Brooke reconnected with her friend after moving to Los Angeles; he suggested introducing Brooke to Taylor. In November, Brooke’s whole family came to town for a weekend visit to celebrate her birthday. They all attended church together, along with her high school friend, creating a perfect opportunity for an introductions. It was that weekend that Taylor met Brooke and her family.

When Brooke didn’t hear from Taylor, she assumed he wasn’t interested. When he finally called late on a Friday in January, she played hard to get. “I didn’t really have any plans that night, but he didn’t need to know!” That didn’t last long, and it was a whirlwind courtship. They

were engaged a few month’s later on Mother’s Day. Brooke says, “We knew what we were looking for and found it.” In less than a year, they were married and subsequently expecting their first child.

While Taylor was attending dental school, Brooke worked as a Pilates instructor at Sports Club/LA and danced at The EDGE Performing Arts Center in Hollywood. After attending a series of stilt-dancing classes taught by a famous teacher who worked with Cirque de Soleil, she became part of a dance company called Stilt World.

Brooke performed with this group in such famous venues as The Palladium and The Kodak Theater. She even appeared as one of the cheerleaders on the Madonna episode of the hit television show, Glee.

It turns out that Brooke isn’t the only one with a performing talent; Taylor has a musical aptitude. He was a member of the UCLA Chorale during his time in Los Angeles and then sang with the Dickens Carolers in Seattle – an a cappella quartet decked out in full period costume. For the last three years, he has participated

in the Disney’s Candlelight Carolers in the Town Square at Disneyland – a magical musical extravaganza that includes a celebrity narration of the Christmas story. And he is also a pianist. When they were planning their wedding, Brooke was on the phone with her family and Taylor was in the other room playing his parents’ grand piano. She points out, “It was so good that my dad asked for the name of the CD!” The family moved to Seattle so Taylor could complete his orthodontic residency at the University of Washington. After living there for 2 ½ years, they began to miss California sunshine. A few months before Taylor completed his Masters of Science in Dentistry and received his Orthodontic Certificate, he started looking for an opportunity to buy a practice in California. Brooke said, “Orange County wasn’t even on our radar screen. We were more LA-type people.” Taylor found an available practice in Westlake Village and contacted a fellow student from dental school as a sounding board. Turns out his classmate had literally just

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decided to sell his practice in San Juan Capistrano and offered it to Taylor. Perfect timing? Yes. Olsen Orthodontics was born. Eventually, Taylor added another location in San Clemente when another practice became available just at the point they were ready to expand.

Brooke is one of five kids and Taylor is one of four kids, so they shared the desire for a big family. The Olsens currently have 5 delightful children. Their three sons are Kai (9), Beau (7) and Jax (4). Their two daughters are Isla (2) and Olive (6 months). When Brooke was pregnant, Taylor came up with the name of Jax. Brooke always loved the name Isla (pronounced “I-la”) and hoped to use it someday for a daughter.

For the newest addition, Brooke and Taylor just couldn’t agree on a name.

Brooke proposed the name of Olive and it resonated with Taylor. Brooke explained, “Later, when he was looking at some family history, he remembered that it was his great-great-grandmother’s name.” That settled it!

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Kai’s name is the Hawaiian word for “ocean”. He participates in soccer, basketball, cub scouts and karate.

He absolutely loves to read and his current favorites are the Diary of Wimpy Kid series. He’s a whiz at math, great at puzzles. His dad describes him as having a “sciencemind”. Legos are his all time favorite toys. But his real passion is raising Monarch butterflies, lovingly tending them from caterpillar through to their breathtaking adult stage. Beau, meaning “handsome”, is known for being a social butterfly. Brooke says, “He makes friends wherever he goes and really knows how to connect with people.” He also enjoys soccer and karate like his older brother. The youngest three are all about play as typical for their ages.

Taylor loves to surf, play soccer, enjoy his kids and volunteer with the youth group at church. Being a stay-at-home mom keeps Brooke very busy, but she continues to dance and teach Pilates as well as volunteer

with the women’s group at church.

While they mostly like to stay local for excursions, this past spring they joined Taylor’s parents at their timeshare in Playa del Carmen on the coast of Mexico.

The family initially moved to Talega as renters in 2008, then relocated to Cazadero in 2010. As they looked around at potential places to live, a close connection with the ocean was important to Taylor. After living in some great cities, Brooke thought it might be too quiet. But, she now loves their community. “We’ve made so many wonderful friends. It’s just a great place to raise a family. There’s always something to do and someone to play with our kids.” There are lots of neighborhood events around the major holidays. In fact, Cazadero is known for being the best spot to Trick or Treat at Halloween.

So, be on the look out for the Olsen family’s bright and smiling faces.

Their enthusiasm for life in this wonderful place is contagious!

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RECIPE TREASURES

Millennial Perspective:

The Negative Impact of Social Media slowly dying.

Social media has garnered a reputation as the bane of this generation’s existence. It’s impossible to ignore the rapidly growing number of children, teens and adults that scurry nervously through life, eyes fixed upon their smartphone. Defined as a ‘networking experience’ that ‘encourages relationships’, social media is widely regarded as something that fortifies interaction.

However, 40% of participants surveyed in a recent study admitted that they spend more time socializing through online mediums than fostering face-to-face relationships with friends and family. It’s difficult to categorize these types of interactions as true relationships. If we allow this generation to continue its downward spiral into the world of online correspondence, will we lose our identity as a society?

“I have 422 friends. Yet I’m lonely,” confesses author and activist Gary Turk in his groundbreaking spoken word poem,‘Look Up’. If social media supposedly connects people, why do we feel like we’re drawn so HUMAN INTERACTION IS

far apart? The answer is simple: our online and offline personas are completely different. When browsing the Internet, we are given bravado through anonymity. Upon creating a Facebook account, one is given a blank slate, and the necessary tools to sketch an idealized life. New research suggests that 1 in 10 social media users, or around six million people, regularly lie about their lives on social media. This psychological pattern of embellishing creates communication issues in the real world.

When forced into a conversation with a friend in our social media circle, we feel pressured to perpetually maintain the perfect facade we have spent hours a day creating. How can we truly connect with our friends through the web of lies we have woven for ourselves? Real relationships are built on tears, pain and reality.

Those who see us in our most imperfect moments provide us with the most perfect friendships. It is impossible to build a relationship of the same quality with the interference of an idealistic culture. If we

continue to pretend that we live lives of perpetual perfection on the Internet, it will only isolate us further. When the illusion of immaculacy has slowly eroded, we will be left with nothing but a bevy of likes from strangers. In order to encourage honest relationships, it is necessary to first be honest with ourselves.

In addition to being obsessed with perfection, we are also becoming addicted to online interaction. A 2011 University of Maryland study examined reports of students who claimed to experience symptoms of substance abuse when abstaining from social media. One student admitted, “I was itching, like a crack head, because I could not use my phone.” Seemingly, it is not just a desire to use social media; it is a compulsion. This addict-like behavior causes us to be in a perpetual state of social media use, further isolating us from our peers. One student confessed that "I have less time for my studies and face-toface meetings with my friends” due to a constant use of technology.

In a society where social media has become the standard, it will take deliberate effort to defy the norm. The loss of necessary human interaction is impacting our culture in ways both glaringly evident and frighteningly invisible. The only way change will manifest is through the individual effort - embracing the imperfection and tension that is present in real-life relationships. No matter how frightening the concept, the vulnerability and beauty of real communication is a cause worth fighting for.

Rebeccah Glaser is currently a high school senior, looking forward to attending college next year, with a particular interest in communications.

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Outstanding architecture by Standard Pacific Homes. Expansive homesites. Sprawling indoor-outdoor entertaining spaces. Chef-caliber kitchens and generous Great Rooms. Visit today to explore our wide variety of luxury floor plans in Talega or go to standardpacifichomes.com to learn more.

New Home Designs at Carillon From the Low $1,000,000s 3,484 to 4,061 Sq. Ft. Up to 6 Bedrooms / Up to 5.5 Baths California Room with Fireplace and Panoramic-Style Doors Optional Guest Suite, Caterer’s Kitchen, Master Retreat (select plans)

New Home Designs at Alta From the Mid $1,000,000s 4,570 to 5,485 Sq. Ft. Up to 6 Bedrooms / Up to 6.5 Baths California Room with Fireplace and Panoramic-Style Doors Bonus Room with Entertainment Center Optional Guest Suite, Wine Room (select plans)

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the green sheet

S I N G L E - F A M I LY H O M E S

YO U R M O N T H LY U P DAT E O N P RO P ERT I E S I N TA L EG A

TRACT / STREET

TOWNHOMES TRACT / STREET

BED/BATH

GARAGE

MODEL

LOT SIZE*

SQ FT*

STATUS

PRICE

PRICE/SQ FT

Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

5/6

3

--

6,389

3,949

Active

$1,161,837

$294

Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

5/6

3

--

6,601

4,287

Active

$1,278,239

$298

Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

5/6

3

--

6,553

4,503

Active

$1,309,043

$291

5/6

2

3

9,878

5,399

Pending

$1,970,900

$365

Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

3/3

2

A

5,088

2,136

Active

$719,990

$337

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4/3

2

--

3,668

2,135

Pending

$724,900

$340

4

3

3

4,885

3,534

Active

$998,888

3/3

3

1

8,246

2,842

Active

$1,299,000

$457

COE

Alora

BED/BATH

GARAGE

MODEL

LOT SIZE*

SQ FT*

STATUS

PRICE

PRICE/SQ FT

COE

Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

3/4

2

--

200

1,484

Active

$429,900

$290

Alta

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3/3

2

--

--

1,404

Active

$479,900

$342

Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

20 Paseo Luna

3/3

2

2

--

1,397

SOLD

$463,000

$331

Alassio

9/18/14

Amalfi Carmel Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

3/3

2

3

--

2,389

Active

$695,000

$291

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3/3

2

--

--

2,380

Active

$699,000

$294

2 Camino Sendero

3/2

2

--

2,800

2,014

SOLD

$705,000

$350

Bella Vista 8/04/14

Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

$283

Cantabria

Santalana

4 Calle Celestial

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3/3

2

--

--

1,650

Active

$575,000

$348

52 Paseo Verde

3/3

2

3

--

1,679

Active

$618,800

$369

Caprizi

104 Paseo Vista

3/3

2

4

940

1,881

Active

$625,000

$332

32 Via Adrian

4/3

2

3

4,718

2,450

SOLD

$812,000

$331

9/26/14

Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

3/3

2

4

1,000

1,881

Pending

$630,000

$335

14 Paseo Carla

4/3

2

4

6,312

2,471

SOLD

$840,000

$340

8/08/14

76 Paseo Vista

3/2

2

--

--

1,292

SOLD

$499,900

$387

8/27/14

26 Via Alonso

4/3

2

--

7,309

2,471

SOLD

$859,000

$348

8/20/14

142 Paseo Vista

3/3

2

4

--

1,900

SOLD

$555,000

$292

10/02/14

Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

5/6

3

--

10,500

4,988

Active

$1,700,000

$341

69 Calle Careyes

4/5

3

A

14,057

4,488

SOLD

$1,900,000

$423

Trinidad

Careyes

29 Calle Viveza

2/2

2

1

1,000

1,367

Active

$399,000

$292

Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

2/2

2

--

1,637

1,367

Active

$469,900

$344

Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

4/5

2

--

7,098

3,862

Active

$1,099,000

$285

Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

2/3

2

--

--

1,750

Active

$499,000

$285

Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

4/5

2

1

7,198

4,040

Active

$1,312,900

$325

Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

3/3

2

--

--

1,900

Active

$539,000

$284

Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

5/4

3

--

6,891

3,800

Pending

$1,050,000

$276

30 Calle Viveza

3/3

2

--

--

1,625

SOLD

$500,000

$308

Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

4/5

2

2

7,246

3,862

Pending

$1,208,900

$313

Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

5/6

2

1

11,193

4,044

Pending

$1,350,000

$334

43 Calle Mattis

4/5

2

--

6,656

3,862

SOLD

$1,100,000

$285

Carillon

9/07/14

Verano Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

2/2

2

--

4,000

1,230

Pending

$300,000

$244

15 Corte Garrucha

3/3

2

--

2,000

1,750

SOLD

$505,000

$289

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Your Monthly Update on Properties in Talega

S I N G L E - F A M I LY H O M E S

S I N G L E - F A M I LY H O M E S

TRACT / STREET

BED/BATH

GARAGE

MODEL

LOT SIZE*

SQ FT*

STATUS

PRICE

PRICE/SQ FT

COE

5

5

3

3

5,976

3,700

Active

$1,069,999

$289

Catania Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

TRACT / STREET

BED/BATH

GARAGE

MODEL

LOT SIZE*

SQ FT*

STATUS

PRICE

PRICE/SQ FT

Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

4/3

11 Via Cancion

5/3

40 Via Belleza

COE

3

2

9,352

2,969

Active

$998,000

$336

3

--

9,230

3,300

SOLD

$820,000

$248

11/24/14

5/3

3

--

6,368

2,969

SOLD

$850,000

$286

11/21/14

8 Corte De Nubes

4/5

3

1

11,800

4,200

Active

$1,649,000

$393

Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

5/6

3

--

10,000

5,050

Active

$1,844,000

$365

4 Corte De Nubes

5/6

3

--

8,093

4,774

SOLD

$1,399,000

$293

5/4

3

--

7,457

3,200

Active

$999,888

$312

4/4

3

--

9,108

3,800

Pending

$1,068,000

$281

4/3

2

--

7,222

2,987

SOLD

$830,000

$278

9/25/14

4/3

2

--

4,726

2,894

SOLD

$800,000

$276

10/23/14

Cazadero Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

5/5

3

--

6,739

3,990

Active

$1,299,000

$326

Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

5/5

3

--

7,828

3,850

Pending

$1,075,000

$279

12 Via Buen Corazon

5/5

3

3

6,373

3,990

SOLD

$990,000

$248

Montellano 11/28/14

8/08/14

Escala Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

4/3

2

--

4,500

2,300

Active

$779,000

$339

Monterey

29 Via Ceramica

4/3

2

--

7,288

2,453

Active

$789,000

$322

Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

4/3

2

--

7,593

2,300

Active

$795,000

$346

Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

4/3

2

1

5,532

2,300

Active

$799,000

$347

Pacifica Summit

Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

4/3

2

--

9,078

2,453

Active

$899,000

$366

Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

3/3

2

--

4,373

2,263

Pending

$755,000

$334

21 Calle Frutas

4/3

2

2

5,014

2,491

SOLD

$772,000

$310

9/12/14

Portofino

5 Via Apuesto

4/3

2

3

6,830

2,412

SOLD

$793,000

$329

9/16/14

21 Calle Portofino

46 Via Ceramica

4/3

2

--

6,077

2,412

SOLD

$800,000

$332

8/28/14

Portomarin Farralon Ridge

17 Via Regalo

112 Corte Tierra Bella

4/3

2

1

4,835

2,170

Active

$769,000

$354

464 Camino Flora Vista

4/3

2

3

3,960

2,344

Active

$775,000

$331

Ravenna

Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

4/3

2

--

3,607

1,864

Pending

$699,000

$375

Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

5/6

3

--

8,568

4,156

Active

$900,000

$217

Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

4/3

2

--

4,800

2,170

Pending

$758,800

$350

Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

4/4

4

--

6,508

3,995

Active

$1,199,000

$300

Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

4/5

3

--

10,585

4,325

Active

$1,275,000

$295

4/3

2

--

6,377

2,579

SOLD

$827,500

$321

Lucia Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

6/7

2

--

19,332

5,300

Active

$1,999,999

$377

Sabella

Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

6/7

4

--

15,442

5,898

Active

$2,499,999

$424

18 Via Cuenta Nueva

Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

5/6

4

3

16,409

4,600

Active

$1,628,000

$354

Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

4/3

2

--

5,297

2,356

Active

$835,000

$354

Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

5/6

4

--

9,287

4,545

Pending

$1,499,000

$330

Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

4/3

2

--

6,120

2,513

Pending

$785,000

$312

11 Corte Limonada

4/3

2

2

5,218

2,513

Pending

$835,000

$332

Mirador

9/04/14

San Lucar

Miraleste Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

4/3

3

--

8,032

2,969

Active

$848,800

$286

12 Via Cancion

4/3

3

--

8,999

3,300

Active

$899,000

$272 *Approximate

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Your Monthly Update on Properties in Talega

S I N G L E - F A M I LY H O M E S

SENIOR 55 & OLDER HOMES

TRACT / STREET

BED/BATH

GARAGE

MODEL

LOT SIZE*

SQ FT*

STATUS

PRICE

PRICE/SQ FT

Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

5/5

2

--

6,146

3,600

Active

$975,000

$271

Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

4/4

2

--

7,418

3,400

Active

$989,000

$291

COE

San Rafael

TRACT / STREET

BED/BATH

GARAGE

MODEL

LOT SIZE*

SQ FT*

STATUS

PRICE

PRICE/SQ FT

Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

2/2

2

E

9,444

2,826

Active

$929,000

$329

Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

3/2

2

--

9,383

2,410

Pending

$849,900

$353

7 Corte Sevilla

2/2

2

2

7,710

2,692

SOLD

$917,000

$341

3/2

2

--

--

1,957

Active

$675,000

$345

2/2

2

--

4,474

2,023

Active

$769,000

$380

3/3

2

C

4,461

2,257

Active

$749,000

$332

COE

Sandbridge

Sandbridge 9 Camino Lienzo

3/2

2

D

6,312

2,692

SOLD

$920,000

$342

8/12/14

8/12/14

Seagarden Sansol

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4/3

3

--

9,187

3,477

Pending

$995,000

$286

Waterleaf

Seaside 29 Calle Pelicano

4/3

2

2

4,291

2,505

Active

$740,000

$295

5 Calle Almeja

4/3

3

--

4,809

2,300

Active

$745,000

$324

Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

5/3

2

--

7,288

2,821

Pending

$799,000

$283

20 Calle Pelicano

4/3

2

H

5,288

2,680

SOLD

$725,000

$271

Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

4/3

2

--

4,326

2,300

Active

$710,000

$309

Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

3/3

2

--

4,330

1,700

Pending

$619,900

$365

Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

Wavecrest 10/31/14

Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

Solana

Talega Averages

Stella Mare Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

4/4

2

--

5,863

3,292

Active

$960,000

$292

Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

5/5

3

--

5,506

3,787

Pending

$975,500

$258

29 Corte Lomas Verdes

5/5

2

4

6,277

3,823

SOLD

$1,130,000

$296

8/11/14

Terra Linda Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

5/3

3

--

7,566

2,735

Pending

$889,000

$325

SINGLE FAMILY ACTIVE(39) PENDING SALE(21) SOLD(53)

AVG. LIST PRICE $1,034,733 $989,323 $1,011,085

CONDO/ TOWNHOUSE ACTIVE(12) PENDING SALE(2) SOLD(13)

AVG. LIST PRICE $558,708 $465,000 $568,284

AVG. SQFT 3,256 3,155 3,111 AVG. SQFT 1,767 1,556 1,727

AVG. DOM 92 113 89 AVG. DOM 100 52 94

AVG. LIST $PSF $318 $313 $325 AVG. LIST $PSF $316 $289 $329

AVG. SOLD PRICE

AVG. SOLD $PSF

$988,508 AVG. SOLD PRICE

$318 AVG. SOLD $PSF

$555,800

$322

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4/4

3

--

4,879

3,200

Active

$859,999

$269

Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

4/3

2

2

4,809

3,191

Pending

$899,990

$282

Go to www.TalegaGreenSheet.com

4/4

2

--

6,547

3,376

Pending

$968,000

$287

61 Via Armilla

4/4

2

3

6,298

3,376

SOLD

$1,000,000

$296

8/01/14

The Green Sheet is based on information from the Association of REALTORS®/Multiple Listing as of 12/9/2014 and/or other sources.

The Talega Green Sheet and MLS data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS. The Broker/Agent providing the information contained herein may or may not been the Listing and/or Selling Agent. The properties listed above are not all Surterre Properties® and include listings from other brokers. If you notice any incorrect information or a property that is not listed, please call my office immediately at 949.498.7711. To preserve space, old sales since 8/1/2014 have been eliminated. If you would like the name, address and phone number of the firm representing a specific property listed above, please contact my office.

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