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Cooler air and shorter days signal the onset of autumn in Minnesota, but it’s still one of my favorite times of the year. I love the Andy’s Choice 5 colorful change of season when produce begins to ripen and the smell of burning leaves and apple ciThe Jeff Beach Diet 7 der become prevalent everywhere you go! A Guyz Perspective 12 We made sure to give you our own taste of Real Chicz of fall in the September/ Douglas County 16 October issue of Chicz with articles on comfort Mommy and Me Crafts 18 foods, chocolate and apple recipes, along with some great STANLEY HOROWITZ Food and drink fashion and home decorating tips. A winning combo – pizza and wine • 4 Our Real Chicz of Douglas County Non-alcoholic apple punch • 6 feature this issue is on two interesting women who’ve chosen Comfort foods • 8 the path of becoming pastors and writer Celeste Edenloff A chocolate lover’s dream • 9 brings you their stories. It’s apple season • 10 Check out Echo Press photographer Lowell Anderson‘s Let’s get canning • 11 continues photo tips for understanding exposure, and read what Downtown and Plaza Liquor Director of OpA WINNING erations Andy Mellgren suggest for a fall drink in Andy’s Outdoors COMBO Choice. Plenty of terrific fall running • 15 Mommy and Me Craft’s Melanie Danner has some fun projects to enjoy with your children, and writer Technology Al Edenloff again gives you wine choices for serving Photo tips: Understanding exposure • 14 with pizza. Jeff Beach will entertain you with his Jeff Beach Fashion Diet and Eric Morken’s A Guyz Perspective will deFour hot women’s fashion trends for fall • 24 light you with his accounting of adding a puppy to Fall/Winter jewelry trends • 25 his otherwise busy household. FALL RUNNING Echo Press editor Ross Evavold scopes out the best places for running in Douglas County this fall Family and Edward Jones’ representative fills you in on DIY apple pie bath salts • 19 ways to prepare for early retirement. Halloween safety tips • 20 These stories and so much more are just waitTips for starting your own book club • 26 ing for you! Enjoy!

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pizza and wine

A winning combo –

By Al Edenloff

Try these 5 pairings

October is National Pizza Month – a perfect time to cut a slice of ‘za and uncork the wine. But what kind of wine works best with pizza? It all depends, of course, on your choice of sauce, toppings and cheese. Here are five tasty pairing suggestions: PEPPERONI PIZZA. Try it with the most popular red grape in Italy – sangiovese. Another good option is Cabernet Franc, a medium-bodied red that’s referred to as the parent of Cabernet Sauvignon. HAWAIIAN PIZZA. Go with a semi-sweet Riesling or a light fruity wine like Beaujolais.

MARGHERITA PIZZA. Sip a Rose with it. Or if you prefer red wines, try a lighter Chiante. Seafood pizza with white sauce. Break out the Pinot Grigio or another refreshing white wine (but skip the oaky Chardonnay). MEAT LOVERS PIZZA. You need a big bold red to stand up to all those bold flavors. Try a Cabernet Sauvignon or a Zinfandel. ONE OTHER STRATEGY: Just open your favorite bottle of wine, invite a few friends over and try it with a variety of different pizzas with different toppings and sauces, then pick a winning combination.

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Transition to fall

with flavored vodka, bourbon and beer By Andy Mellgren Transition: noun 1. the process or a period of changing from one state or condition to another. verb 1. undergo or cause to undergo a period of transition. Now is an exciting time as we seesaw from hot days and sultry nights into warm afternoons and cool evenings. Many of us tend to shift from gin & vodka cocktails or summer beers like shandy & IPA into brown liquors like bourbons, scotch or brandy and fall beers such as brown ales, porters and stouts. To assist in the conversion from gin cocktails to brown spirits like bourbon, consider

flavored vodkas. Make an adventurous Bloody Mary using Infuse Spirits Mango Habanero Vodka. The Infuse Spirits website describes Mango Habanero Vodka as “Strong orange-gold color, with aromas of fresh mangoes and subtle peppers and spiced hazelnut. Hot and sweet medium body and interesting hint of papaya and mango amongst the various pepper jelly notes. One of a kind!” In addition, it is gluten free. September is National bourbon month; celebrate with bourbon creams and bourbon cocktails. Pritchard’s bourbon cream is an excellent choice to start. The brand Infuse Spirits also happens to make a unique 95 proof bourbon – Broken Barrel Bourbon. (no Habanero pep-

pers here!) Infuse Spirits Broken Barrel Bourbon features a unique blend of corn, rye,and barley perfectly balanced for a smoother spirit. To help you undergo the process from summer beers like IPA to the fuller bodied porter’s and stouts – Oktoberfest is here! This Marzen style beer is medium bodied with light crisp hops and finishes with a toasty malty goodness. There are several spectacular brands to choose from such as Summit, Schell’s, Beaver Island, Sierra Nevada and many, many more. As our moods, the weather and our schedules change, look for unique and fun transitional fall cocktail spirits and beers. Prost!

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Apple Punch By Lori Mork

APPLE PIE PUNCH INGREDIENTS: 4 cups apple cider 1 cup pear nectar (can substitute white grape juice) 3 cups ginger ale 1 apple, diced

DIRECTIONS: Combine apple cider, pear nectar and ginger ale in a pitcher or punch bowl. Add apples and stir. GOLDEN APPLE PUNCH INGREDIENTS: 1 cup apple juice 1 cup white grape juice 1 cup lemonade 2 cups ginger ale DIRECTIONS: Stir together and serve.

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Don’t be afraid to slice potatoes By Jeff Beach

am a meat-and-potatoes kind of guy. Nothing fancy. No need for fennel seeds or the tears of a llama. One of my specialties is good old-fashioned scalloped potatoes. Now a lot of people make the box variety of scalloped potatoes because they think making them from scratch is too much work. But it really isn’t that hard. There are only a few ingredients, and once you get in the swing of making the white sauce (which can be useful in many other recipes) the biggest chore is slicing the potatoes and that isn’t all that hard, either. THE INGREDIENTS: Cooking spray 1/4 cup butter 1/4 cup flour 1 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. pepper 1-1/2 cups milk 1-1/2 cups chicken broth (vegetable broth can be substituted to make it a vegetarian dish) 6 medium potatoes sliced thin, about 6 cups 1 large onion, sliced and separated into rings. 1 tablespoon (or as much as you want) chopped parsley (optional) Step 1: Don’t peel the potatoes. Sure, go ahead and wash them and use a

paring knife to cut out any bad spots, but there’s no need to peel potatoes. Besides, research shows the skins are more nutritious than the potato underneath, especially when it comes to iron. Step 2: Slice the potatoes and onion. A good, sharp large knife will do, but to slice the potatoes quickly and ensure they are sliced to the same thickness, I recommend a tool that at my house is referred to as “the finger-slicer.” We call it “the finger-slicer” because in addition to slicing potatoes, it also is really good at slicing fingers. “The finger-slicer” does come with a safety feature that is designed to keep the user’s fingers away from the blade. Because the blade is really, really sharp. For reasons that may be painfully obvious, I recommend using this safety feature. Oh, and don’t forget to slice the onion. Step 3: Make the white sauce. This can be the tricky part. On the stove top, turn heat to low and melt butter in a 3-quart saucepan. Add the flour to make a paste and add salt and pepper. Slowly add the milk and broth and turn heat up to medium high. Cook stirring

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constantly until the sauce thickens and bubbles. If it seems like it is taking too long to thicken, bump up the heat, but be sure to stir scraping the bottom of the saucepan to keep it from sticking. Once thickened, remove from heat. Step 4. Put it all together. Spray an 11- by 17-inch baking dish with cooking

spray. Spread out the potatoes evenly in the dish and top with the onion rings. Pour the white sauce over the potatoes and onion rings. Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake at 350 degrees. Cook until done (one hour). Remove the aluminum foil and cook 10 minutes more. Sprinkle with parsley and serve. Now for the real meat-and-potatoes lover, before covering with foil, top the whole thing with ham steaks or pork chops (brown them first) for a one-dish wonder with no harm to any fingers or llamas. The Jeff Beach Diet is like the South Beach Diet in that they both contain the words “Beach” and “Diet.” Other than that, not so much.

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Comfort foods

By Lori Mork

Fall brings cooler weather and the yearning for those warm and filling meals. Here are few tried

and tested recipes that will fill you up and warm your family.

BAKED CHICKEN GNOCCHI WITH GARLIC ASIAGO CREAM SAUCE INGREDIENTS: CHICKEN AND GNOCCHI 1/2 cup grated Asiago cheese (I used 6 chicken thighs (the recipe called Kraft Shredded Parmesan, Romano for bone-in and skin on, but I used and Asiago cheese) boneless, skinless and they worked Kosher salt and freshly ground black well) pepper, to taste 1 Tbsp. Italian seasoning Salt and pepper, to taste DIRECTIONS: 2 Tbsp. butter, divided Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Oil a 2 cups baby spinach, roughly chopped rimmed baking dish. Season chicken 17.6 oz. gnocchi thighs with Italian seasoning, salt and pepper. GARLIC ASIAGO CREAM SAUCE Cook gnocchi according to package 2 Tbsp. unsalted butter directions. Drain and set aside. 4 cloves garlic, minced Melt 1 Tbsp. butter in a large skillet 1 cup chicken broth, more, as needed over medium heat. Brown chicken on 1 Tbsp. Italian seasoning both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side; 1/2 cup half and half drain and set aside.

SLOW OVEN BEEF STEW INGREDIENTS 2 lbs. stew meat 2 medium onions 3 stalks celery 4 or more medium carrots 1 large can tomatoes, cut up 1/3 cup quick-cooking tapioca 1 Tbsp. sugar 1 Tbsp. salt 1/4 tsp. pepper 1/2 tsp. basil 2 or more medium-sized red potatoes, cut up DIRECTIONS: Combine everything but the potatoes in 9x13-inch baking pan. Cover, cook at 300 degrees for 2-1/2 hours. Add potatoes, cook, covered, for 1-1/2 hours or until done. Stir occasionally.

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Melt remaining 1 Tbsp. butter in the same skillet. Stir in spinach and cook, stirring occasionally, until it begins to wilt, about 2 minutes. Set aside. To make cream sauce, melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic, and cook until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Gradually whisk in chicken broth and Italian seasoning. Cook, whisking constantly, about 1-2 minutes. Stir in half and half and grated Asiago cheese until slightly thickened. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Arrange chicken thighs in baking dish. Top with gnocchi, spinach and Asiago cream sauce. Roast in the oven until completely cooked through, about 25-30 minutes.

CREAMY HAM AND CABBAGE SOUP INGREDIENTS: 2 Tbsp. butter 1 cup sliced carrots 1 cup chicken broth 1 cup chopped onion 1 cup diced potatoes 1 small head of cabbage, cut up 1/4 cup butter 1/4 tsp. paprika 3 cups milk 1/4 cup flour 1/4 tsp. pepper 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded 1 cup ham, diced DIRECTIONS Saute onion in 2 Tbsp. butter until tender. Add carrots, potatoes, cabbage, broth and salt. Simmer until vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes. In another saucepan, melt 1/4 cup butter. Stir in flour, paprika and pepper. Remove from heat; stir in a small amount of milk, stirring until smooth. Add the remaining milk. Heat until thick. Add in vegetables and ham and cook until completely heated through.

A chocolate-lover’s dream By Lori Mork

veryone who knows me can attest to my chocolate tooth. It’s the kryptonite to my willpower. One of my favorites are good, old-fashioned Toll House cookies. There’s just something irresistible about that warm, ooey-gooey goodness bursting with melty chocolate that makes my heart go pitter-patter! I didn’t think it was possible to find anything better, but then along came Toll House pie. Creamy, chocolate-laden goodness in a pie crust. It’s become a family favorite, and I don’t think there’s anything my husband wouldn’t do for a slice. Nice bonus. But now there’s a new love on the horizon – Toll House brownies. Hoo boy. I’m in trouble. No need for dropping cookies onto a pan – just spread the dough into a pan and make them all at once. Add the chocolate drizzle, then cut and devour. Even better, just sit yourself down with the pan and grab a fork.

TOLL HOUSE BROWNIES INGREDIENTS: 2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter 3/4 cup white sugar 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed 1 tsp. vanilla extract 2 large eggs 2-1/4 cups unbleached all-purpose flour 1 tsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp. sea salt 12 oz. pkg. miniature semi-sweet chocolate chips 1 cup pecans, finely diced DIRECTIONS: Cream butter, sugars, extract, eggs, baking soda and salt with a mixer until smooth. Add flour, chocolate chips and pecans and stir until thoroughly combined. Spread into a greased 9x13inch glass baking dish. Bake at

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It ’s apple season A

pples – juicy, sweet, tangy and tart. They’re the perfect complement for fall. I’ve got a bumper crop growing this year and I’m looking forward to biting into a crunchy Honeycrisp very soon. But how do you hang on to that wonderful flavor all year long? If you want fresh apples, you need to harvest them carefully. Bruises or nicks can cause them to rot, and if stored with other apples will rot those next to them, spoiling them all. Depending on the variety, apples will keep 1-2 months if stored properly in the refrigerator. At

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room temperature, they will stay good approximately 5-7 days. You can also extend that shelf life to six months or longer if they are stored somewhere the temperature is between 30-40 degrees. You can wrap them in a piece of newspaper or kraft paper, then place in a single layer if possible on a tray and store in a cool, dark place. Freezing apples is a good option, but canning apples can allow them to keep for around a year. Here are a couple of recipes for canning apples as pie filling, applesauce and apple butter.

CANNED APPLE PIE FILLING INGREDIENTS: 5-1/2 to 6 pounds apples, peeled, cored and sliced 4-1/2 cups sugar 1 cup cornstarch 2 tsp. cinnamon 1/4 tsp. nutmeg 1 tsp. salt 10 cups water 3 Tbsp. lemon juice 2-3 drops yellow food coloring, if desired INSTRUCTIONS: In large Dutch oven, blend first five ingredients. Stir in water. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until

thickened and bubbly. Add lemon juice and food coloring. Pack apples into hot quart jars, leaving 1-inch head space. Fill with hot syrup. Slide narrow rubber spatula through apples and around edges to distribute syrup well, leaving 1/2-inch head space. Wipe jar rim to remove excess residue. Screw on lids to seal. Place in hot water bath that covers jars by at least one inch and process for 20 minutes. After five minutes, remove from water and cool for 24 hours, undisturbed. When cooled, press the middle of the lid with a finger or thumb to make sure it seals. If the lid springs up when you release your finger, the lid is unsealed.

anning is a treasured tradition that many people remember their mom or grandmother doing, but is a feat that many people don’t feel they have the time or talent for. Here are some helpful tips to help you feel confident enough to start canning and stop wasting the veggies and fruits of your labor.

SLOW COOKER APPLESAUCE INGREDIENTS: 20-30 small ripe apples 1/2 cup water 2 tsp cinnamon optional INSTRUCTIONS: Wash apples, chop into pieces to remove seeds and core. Place into slow cooker. Add 1/2 cup water. Cook on low for 4-5 hours, stirring after a couple of hours. Mash down with potato masher, leaving pieces if you like chunky applesauce. Otherwise, strain through cone and pestle strainer. Place into freezer bags and freeze, or follow instructions for canning fruit. Refrigerate in jars if using within 4-5 days.

NECESSARY SUPPLIES: Canning Jars – you must use jars specifically for canning. You cannot use any basic jar as they cannot endure the high temperatures or pressure of canning. A big heavy kettle to process the food before it is put in the jar. A large pot with a jar rack to process the jars once they are full. A lid lifter is needed to pull the lid out of hot water and put it on the jar

without damaging the seal of the lid or burning your fingers. A set of tongs to lift the jar out of the boiling water. A pan to simmer the lids in to soften the sealant making them seal better. CANNING METHODS: Water bath canning is typically used for high acid foods like jams, jellies, salsa, sauces or tomatoes. Pressure canning for low acid foods such as beef, poultry, pork, vegetables or venison. Always make sure that you read each recipe and process carefully. Keep the canning tradition alive! Pass this tradition with your tips and recipes on to your family, friends and neighbors. Information from Menards

TO SERVE: Prepare pastry for 2-crust pie. Line pie plate, fill with jar of filling. Add top crust. Bake in 400 degree oven for 50 minutes.

APPLE BUTTER INGREDIENTS: 12 pounds Golden Delicious apples – peeled, cored and sliced 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar 3 cups or less white sugar 1 cup brown sugar 1 Tbsp. or less ground cinnamon 1/4 tsp. ground cloves 1 tsp. ground allspice INSTRUCTIONS: Place apples and vinegar in a large slow cooker, and place lid on top.

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Set on high, and cook for 8 hours, then turn to low, and continue cooking 10 hours more. After 18 hours, stir in white sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, cloves, and allspice. Adjust according to preferred taste and cook 4 hours longer. CANNING: Fill the hot boiled jars with the hot apple butter, leaving 1/4-inch head space. Wipe jar rim removing any food residue. Center hot sealing disc on clean jar rim. Screw on lids to seal. Place in hot water bath that covers jars

by at least one inch. Cover canner and bring water to full rolling boil and process for 10 minutes. Remove from water and cool. When processing time is complete, turn stove off, remove canner lid. After five minutes, remove from water and cool for 24 hours, undisturbed. When cooled, press the middle of the lid with a finger or thumb to make sure it seals. If the lid springs up when you release your finger, the lid is unsealed. Label and store jars in a cool, dark place. For best quality, use home canned foods within one year.

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Let’s get canning! C

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TO SERVE: Prepare pastry for 2-crust pie. Line pie plate, fill with jar of filling. Add top crust. Bake in 400 degree oven for 50 minutes.

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a guyz perspective

Embrace the chaos

f you have kids, chances are you are running all over the place four or five nights a week. Dogs throw another dose of responsibility into the equation - not quite as much as another child, but more so than say a cat that can fend for itself a little more. My wife and I have two kids ages 5 and 2, plus a 6-year-old yellow lab, Ole, who still thinks he’s 2. On July 22, we added even more fun into the household by getting one of Ole’s pups. I have heard good reviews about the litters Ole has sired and always knew I wanted to get one of them some day. That day happened somewhat quickly as I made an eight-hour round trip to southeastern Minnesota to pick up Gus on that Sunday in late July. Our daughters knew nothing about it, other than the fact I had told them a surprise was coming. I pulled into our driveway that night and my wife had the girls waiting for me. They turned their backs and were supposed to wait

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until I told them to turn around. Kyla, our 2-year-old, couldn’t take it anymore as she peaked over her shoulder to see the pup. Aubree and Kyla have never had a puppy before. Aubree wants to hold him all the time. Kyla is near eye level with him, so much of her time is spent trying to avoid his kisses on the face. They seem to love having Gus in the house, which is something I have to remind myself at times when he seems like just an added stressor. Puppies, as adorable as they are, are a lot of work. It’s up in the middle of the night to let them out. The barking during the kennel-training process and cleaning up after them. When I take the time to work with Gus, the signs of his potential are everywhere. At 10 weeks, he’s swimming 20 yards to do water retrieves and bringing the dummy back to hand already. On Aug. 5, I put Kyla on my shoulders and Aubree walked alongside us as we

took Ole and Gus for a walk through a field in CRP that borders our five acres. Aubree pointed out every deer track we came upon, and Kyla fed off her excitement. If adding a little bit of stress into our day-to-day with a new puppy helps me get the girls outside a little more, I’ll take it. Sometimes it’s best to just embrace the chaos.

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Do you dream of retiring early? If so, you’ll need to plan ahead – because early retirement can’t be achieved through last-minute actions. So, if you’re determined to retire early, consider taking the following steps: Pick a date. Early retirement means different things to different people. But it’s important to pick an exact age, whether it is 60, 62, 64, or whatever, so you can build an appropriate retirement income strategy. Think about your retirement lifestyle. Will you travel the world or stay close to home, pursuing your hobbies? Different retirement lifestyles can have vastly different price tags. Once you’ve envisioned your future, you can develop a saving and investment plan to help you get there. •Boost contributions to your retirement plans. If you want to retire early, you may well need to accelerate your contributions to your retirement accounts, such as your IRA and your 401(k) or other employer-sponsored plan. Invest for growth. Your investment strategy essentially should be based on three key factors: your goals,

risk tolerance and time horizon. When you change any one of these variables, it will affect the others. So, if you shorten your time horizon by retiring early, you may well need to reconsider your risk tolerance. Keep a lid on your debt load. It’s easier said than done, but try to manage your debt load as tightly as possible. The lower your monthly debt payments, the more you can contribute to your retirement plans. Life is unpredictable. An early retirement isn’t guaranteed even if you follow these steps – but they can give you a lot better chance of success. If you’re still working, you may be able to afford delaying your Social Security payments until you’re closer to your “normal” retirement age, which, as defined by the Social Security Administration, likely will be 66 or 67. Even if you are not able to retire early, some of the moves you took to reach that goal – such as contributing as much as you could afford to your IRA and 401(k), controlling your debts, and so on – may pay off for you during your retirement – whenever it begins.

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UNDERSTANDING

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ne of the most basic things to master in photography is exposure. Although there are several things that can go wrong with a picture, getting it too light or dark is the most common problem. Exposure, or how much light the camera lets in to make the photo, has two variables: The length of time light enters the camera (shutter speed) and the size of the opening that lets in light (aperture or f/stop). To get a proper exposure, the camera – when set to auto – picks a combination of the two that it thinks will create a good photograph. To understand exposure, the first thing to know is that the camera’s light meter considers a proper exposure to be one that averages out to 18 percent gray. In other words, it compromises and adds all the light and dark areas in the scene to make gray. But that isn’t always what we want. For one thing, our eyes see things selectively, so we may focus on someone’s face and ignore the bright background. But the camera just looks at the av-

By Lowell Anderson erage of the whole scene and so the face in the shadows may turn out to be too dark. There are several ways to fix this – such as fill flash, overexposing the scene, or moving the subject – but they all start with being able to predict how the camera will respond. Another tricky exposure would be a white dog in the snow. If you let the camera decide, it will try to make the whole scene look gray. In order to get a proper exposure, you would need to overexpose to make it look white. Similarly, to make a black cat against a black wall look normal, you would need to underexpose it. (Just remember that the more exposure it gets, the lighter it gets). The best way to fix the above problem is to use the exposure compensation control, which adds or subtracts light from every picture you take. Just remember to change it back to normal when you move to another scene. The other thing to remember is that the camera can only capture a limited range

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There’s a lot more you can learn about exposure, including different light meter settings and exposure modes, but understanding these basics will go a long way toward helping you make great photos.

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look around and leaves are changing. You can even smell it in the air. There’s a sense of peace,” he said. Hochhalter loves the chances to find new surroundings for himself and his teams to run. “Finding green spaces to run on enables you to check out another side of Alexandria,” he said, “and Alexandria has a lot of gems.” Here are a few of his recommendations: The Central Lakes Trail, known to some as the Douglas Area Trail Association, or DATA, trail. It stretches from Osakis to Fergus Falls and is accessible from so many places. “Fillmore Park is an absolute gem to us.” The prime area in back of Woodland Elementary includes nearly five miles of trails in back of the school. “Lake Carlos (State Park) is absolutely amazing. They

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do a great job out there on the trails.” Kensington Runestone: “They keep making that better and better, and it’s not that far away.” Arrowwood, which hosts the school’s big cross country invitational, the Lions Meet of Champions, on the first Saturday in October: “We have 25 teams there, and you’ll always see six or seven teams, both boys and girls, that are ranked in AA. It’s a beautiful course. It’s state quality.” City Park: The coach said there are many grass areas to run on and plenty of options. Brophy Park: “It is pretty amazing what is going to be there,” he said of the park under development on the lake’s north end. “There’s a big open area you can run or bike on. It’s got big hills. It’s just a beautiful place.”

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The paths to becoming a By Celeste Edenloff

Lynndene Way: She took a non-traditional route

ynndene Way used to feel intimidated by those who took the traditional route to becoming a pastor because her path was anything but traditional. But after nearly 40 years serving her Lord as an ordained pastor, she doesn’t feel that way anymore. In the late 1970s, Way and her husband, Bob, moved to southern Missouri. By that time, she said, “I knew the call of God was there, but I did not know how it could ever happen.” Growing up, Way would go to church on her own. Her family wasn’t what she described as “church-goers.” She was baptized in church and married in church, but wasn’t brought up in church. After graduating from high school, she became a farmer’s wife and mother. She and her husband belonged to a Methodist church, but she could tell it wasn’t what she wanted.

All that changed in a short amount of time. “Bob and I had an experience with a neighboring pastor, who had been invited to preach in our local Methodist church. He was different and I felt an immediate change.” In 1979, Way started a Bible study in her home and out of that study came a church, Faith Fellowship. Way established the church in 1981 in Missouri and was ordained. “After three years, I felt I should resign my position to travel. Bill Villiapiano took over the church, and is still there to this day,” said Way. She then spent the next few years in a traveling ministry. Her spiritual path eventually led to a move to Alexandria in 1986. She opened House of Prayer, a non-denominational, non-traditional church. In 1997, House of Prayer was built at its current location, 3020 Rosewood Lane SE in Alexandria. Over the years, Way said her husband has taken some heat for having a wife as a pastor. People have said some unkind things, but through it all, her husband has been her biggest cheerleader. “When people question it, Bob always tells them, ‘Thank God it’s her and not me.’” she said. “He’s always been by my side and I am blessed.” CHANGES When Way started as a pastor, women in church leadership roles were almost unheard of. “Women pastors are now more widely accepted,” she said. “There is still some contention within traditional circles, but I know God has honored what I do.” Way also believes churches, like hers, that are non-denominational and non-traditional have really grown and more are opening.

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One of the biggest challenges for churches are millennials because it’s difficult to get them to connect to the traditional church. “I know this is true because of my grandkids, and others their age,” she said. One way to reach them, and anyone else who wants to participate, is through social media, she said. In September, the church will livestream a ministry training class, Emerge Transformation School, in several Minnesota cities. Everyone from any church is welcomed to participate. “That’s new and exciting,” said Way. “This opportunity gives those called to the ministry, who, like me, did not have this choice to further their ministerial education.” ADVICE The biggest piece of advice Way had for those thinking of becoming a pastor is, “Don’t go into it unless you get the call. And know that it’s not going to be easy.” Way said she wanted to quit at times, but couldn’t because God called upon her. Due to her lack of formal education, Way takes comfort from Acts 4:13, “When they saw the courage of Peter and John and realized that they were unschooled, ordinary men, they were astonished and they took note that these men had been with Jesus.” Looking back, there have been many highlights in her career, but there isn’t necessarily one particular event that is more special than another. “When I hear from someone that something I did or said has impacted or changed their lives for eternity, that’s what makes it all worth it,” she said. She concluded by saying, “I also think it’s remarkable that God could use a young, small-town girl, without formal training, and send her to many nations to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ.”

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pastor

Kari van Wakeren: She heard calling in college

orn and raised in Winona, Kari van Wakeren could sense there were bigger plans for her life when she went off to college in Duluth. Plans that didn’t fully involve using the degree in music education and social studies she was pursuing and would eventually end up getting. After she finished college, she knew God was creating a different path for her and that’s when she started seminary school in St. Paul. Her first calling was in August 2008, when she began her career as a Lutheran pastor at Faith Lutheran Church in Miltona. For four years, van Wakeren was the solo pastor there. In August 2012, she was supposed to begin her second calling, at First Lutheran Church in Alexandria, but the birth of her son put those plans on hold until October. That’s when she started her position as the associate pastor at First Lutheran, a position she holds six years later. Van Wakeren grew up going to an ELCA Lutheran church in Winona. She was involved in the church early on and in high school, she went on youth trips and toook a leadership role. “I think that is where my interest in becoming a pastor was sparked,” she said. “My youth pastor, Tim Vadis, was definitely a role model and provided me the opportunities to be involved. But it was in college that I sensed what God was calling me to do.” Because there were women in church leadership roles, van Wakeren said that she knew becoming a female pastor was a possibility. As a pastor for the last 10 years, van Wakeren said she has thoroughly enjoyed working with the younger kids because of their energy and eagerness to learn. “They are also enthusiastic about sharing the Gospel,” she said. “Besides the kids, there are so many great people over the years that I appreciate and am so grateful for.” CHANGES

When van Wakeren thinks about the start of her career as a pastor compared to today, she said there have been a few changes. There’s a shortage in clergy and what people are looking for in a pastor has changed. It’s not just preaching and teaching, she said. “There is so much more to leading a church that pastors are not trained for,” she said. “There are so many more expectations and sometimes, it is unrealistic.” Other changes involve technology and use of social media with church services being videotaped and put on the church’s website, and live videos of church services on Facebook. Church, said van Wakeren, is meant to be a community, but now it’s so much more diverse. She said there are many more participants now instead of church members. “Being a member isn’t the same as it was in the 1950s,” she said. “But First Lutheran is definitely growing. It’s just we have many participants who aren’t members. If someone is a participant, meaning they are active and involved and interested, it means more to me than someone who is a member but not involved.” Because of the participants, van Wakeren said First Lutheran’s worship attendance has grown; so much so, that the church has added a Wednesday night service. “Every aspect of people’s lives has changed and church isn’t just for Sunday mornings anymore,” she said.

“I was once told, ‘You have your heart Jesus and your head Jesus. Never lose that heart Jesus.’ Also, I was told I would need thick skin because you are never going to satisfy everyone.” In addition to being a pastor, van Wakeren loves to write, which combined with her love of children and desire for them to know they are loved and can do great things, led her to write and publish a children’s book, “Bubble Wrap Girl.” She’s also a blogger and her blog can be found at www. karivanwakeren.com. Van Wakeren and her husband, Thomas, have two children, Esme and Reid.

ADVICE For anyone thinking about becoming a pastor, van Wakeren encourages them to be in tune with what they need and to set boundaries.

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The paths to becoming a By Celeste Edenloff

Lynndene Way: She took a non-traditional route

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pastor

Kari van Wakeren: She heard calling in college

ADVICE For anyone thinking about becoming a pastor, van Wakeren encourages them to be in tune with what they need and to set boundaries.

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t may be all about make-believe and fun, but there are plenty of safety risks on Halloween. Here are just a few tips to help your little goblins enjoy the holiday: DECORATE INSTEAD OF CARVING. Why not try using markers, glitter glue or paint to decorate pumpkins this year? You can also let children draw the faces on with the carving left up to adults. And how about opting for flashlights, battery-operated flameless candles and glow sticks instead of real candles. PLAN COSTUMES FOR SAFETY. Make sure that your child’s costume is brightly colored and flame-retardant, and use reflective tape on costumes and treat bags. Don’t forget to size costumes to accommodate cold-weather clothing, and skip the masks. Go for non-toxic makeup instead. MINIMIZE ACCESSORIES. All those extra pieces, such as wands,

swords and knives, all pose safety hazards. ACCOMPANY YOUR CHILD. Children younger than 12 should have a parent or other adult with them, and older trick-or-treaters should travel in groups. Always send a flashlight with any groups going out into the dark. DISCUSS RULES. If your child is going out without an adult, discuss the route they will take, safety rules, including staying with a group, walking on sidewalks only and never going inside a home or car for a treat. Send a cellphone with your child so that they can contact you. CHECK TREATS BEFORE EATING. Make sure your child eats before going out for the evening, and stress not eating any treats until they have been inspected. Make sure to check food for items that can provoke a reaction if your child has food allergies.

LIMIT TREATS. It’s never a good idea to allow your child unlimited access to all their goodies. You might even be able convince them to trade some of their treats for a special toy, a book or an event. KEEP YOUR HOME SAFE FOR TRICK-OR-TREATERS. Are you staying home to hand out goodies? Then make sure to put away anything that children might trip over, such as bikes or garden hoses. Turn on the lights and replace any that are burned out to allow good visibility. If you have pets, it might be a good idea to have them stay in another part of the home during trick-or-treating to minimize the chance of them being frightened and biting someone.

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DEBRIS Rake up any fallen leaves, as these can inhibit grass growth once spring comes. Pests often settle in fallen leaves or weeds, so pay special attention to flower beds and vegetable gardens. Mow and feed your lawn. Using fertilizer with a high phosphorous content in the fall gives your lawn nutrients it needs to flourish in spring. PROTECT YOUR COLD-SENSITIVE PLANTS Add 3-4 inches of mulch to the bases of trees, shrubs and plants to prevent damage from freezing. Keep the mulch an inch from the base of the trunk. Cover plants/shrubs with burlap to prevent winter burn. Burlap allows the plant/shrub to breathe helping air to circulate not get trapped. Information provided by Menards

PROTECT YOUR DECK Power washing with a pressure washer can prevent mold and mildew growth. A weather-proofing stain prevents moisture damage over winter. HOSES, FOUNTAINS AND IRRIGATION SYSTEMS Drain or blow out all water from hoses, fountains, and irrigation systems with an air compressor, and store them in a dry place, as water left standing over the winter may damage your equipment. TRIM AND PRUNE TREES AND SHRUBS Trimming any large or out-of-place branches can prevent breakage from snow buildup. CLEAN AND REPAIR GUTTERS Clogged or broken gutters can cause damage to your home or flooding when snow melts. TOOLS Adding a light coat of oil can also prevent rust buildup over the winter.

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s the weather turns cooler and fall sets in, it’s time to give our homes a warm and cozy feel. Here are a few simple tips to get you started.

THROW BLANKETS. Nothing says cozy like a warm, cuddly blanket to snuggle under. Drape one over your chair or couch, or fill a large basket with throws near furniture for easy access to some additional warmth. FIREWOOD. A basket of firewood on the hearth will tie a room together, and paired with a cozy fire in the fireplace, will give you the cozy ambiance you’re looking for. RED OSIER DOGWOOD. Growing in abundance in the lakes area, Red Osier Dogwood branches are red during their dormant season and are beautiful tucked into vases with other fall ornamentals. VOTIVE CANDLES. Tucked into little spots around your home, votive candles add warmth and light as the days grow darker. Add some fragrance to your home by using scented candles – cinnamon, apple or pumpkin for an autumn feel. DECORATIVE WREATH. Whether displayed on your front door or hung on a wall inside, fall-inspired wreaths bring warmth and color to your space. Use autumn-colored leaves, or even some feathers or pinecones to make the wreath uniquely your own.

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PINECONES. Speaking of pinecones, a basket of them set in the entry to your home, or scattered about on a table with a few other fall items, will bring the outdoors in and evoke the feeling of autumn. THROW PILLOWS. Try changing your bright, summery throw pillows for some in gold, cream or brown to help pull your room together. MINIATURE PUMPKINS OR COLORFUL GOURDS. Yet another way to add a bit of fall to your home is to add some miniature pumpkins or gourds to your decor. Place a few on a shelf, or make a dining table centerpiece by grouping several together on a wooden charger.

It’s just a brush and roller cover,

By Sherrie Martinson

ou finally have the perfect color picked out for your next painting project after lots of advice from your friends and a few sleepless nights! The hard part is over, right? But now you are picking up the supplies and looking at endless choices of brushes and roller covers. There are a lot of styles, sizes, materials and qualities for brushes and roller covers. How do you choose? Brushes: Nylon/polyester blends are known for their versatility, durability and consistent quality finish with latex products. A 2” to 2-1/2” angled brush is a good multi-purpose brush

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to keep around for trimming and general painting. Natural bristle brushes have split tips to help apply oil-based paints and finishes more evenly. Roller cover materials: Synthetics are for latex products, mohair and sheepskin work well for oil and blended covers give you excellent durability while applying a smooth finish. Microfibers are great for ultra-smooth surfaces such as cabinets and millwork. Roller nap: Use 3/8” for smooth to lightly textured surfaces, 1/2” for most walls or slightly rough surfaces, 3/4” for heavily textured walls or ceilings.

When buying supplies, quality does make a difference. Cheaply made brushes and roller covers do affect how well a product goes on. You may end up putting another coat of paint on because of this. Buying a quality applicator will last for

multiple projects if cleaned properly. Besides, you have better things to do – how about painting another room! Hopefully this guide will help you on your next project. Happy painting!

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hot women’s fashion trends for fall

s the onset of fall fanning the flames of your inner fashionista? If so, and you’re hoping to add one or more new stylish pieces to your wardrobe, here are some runway trends to inspire your look.

Sequins, shoulder pads, fur and handkerchiefs – this fall, eyecatching pieces are all the rage.

1. Echoes of the 80s. Black leather vests, curve-hugging minidresses, bulky shoulder pads, exotic animal prints, flashy colors – apparently, the 80s haven’t uttered their final cry. This fall, dare to flaunt a look that evokes this extravagant era – a mood-lifting solution to keep gloom at bay. 2. Handkerchief clothing. We’re not talking about handkerchiefs for runny noses, but rather the fun and flirty fashion trend. For their fall-winter 2018 collections, renowned designers created dresses, skirts, tops and more with creative

mixes of scarves and colored handkerchiefs. This look is fresh, airy and romantic. 3. Synthetic fur. Days getting shorter and cooler? Perfect! Fall is all about draping yourself in cozy layers. This season, bundle up in a synthetic fur coat that’s brightly colored or naturally tinted – choose how fashion-forward you want to be! Either way, you’re sure to get noticed. 4. 3D sequins. This fall, sequins are taking the road less traveled. No longer just for evening wear, glittering beads and baubles are adorning both short and long fringes, and some are even being supersized. Are you ready for all eyes to be on you? Adopt 3D sequins: not only do they sparkle, but they also gently chime as you move. Wallflower, you are not!

How to use the internet to keep up with the latest fashions Does keeping up with the latest fashion trends give you a thrill? Are you eagerly anticipating revamping your wardrobe for fall? If so, do yourself a favor: before going to your local shops, do some online research. You’ll be that much better equipped to find the looks you love at an affordable price.

For example, you could try “#styleinspiration” or “#fashionista.” Looks from designer collections worn by your favorite stars – on the street or on the red carpet – are yours to browse and borrow from as you please. PINTEREST Pinterest is essentially a giant virtual photo album and it’s a goldmine for anyone who lives for the latest fashions. For example, you can type keywords like “women’s shoe trends” or “handbag trends” into the search bar. When a product catches your eye, simply “pin” it! After spending time

INSTAGRAM This social network is a must if you want to be upto-date on the latest international trends. Create an account – if you haven’t already – and have fun typing in hashtags to find tons of inspiring fashion pics. 24 Chicz September/October 2018

on this irresistible site, you’ll undoubtedly have found plenty of new looks to love. DESIGNERS’ WEBSITES Are you an aficionado for designer brand clothing and accessories like Dior, Gucci and Michael Kors?

Then peruse their most recent collections on the web before buying the creations you can’t live without. Tight budget? Don’t worry! Plenty of affordable collections inspired by the best designers are available at boutiques in your local mall.

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showed their collections in New York for the upcoming season, and here are just a few of those trends.

CUFFS. Though some are dainty, the trend leans toward chunky and ornate when it comes to cuff bracelets. Many are exceptionally ornate, creating wearable art.

TRIBAL JEWELRY. The rich patterns and symbolism of tribal shapes and and designs lend a bohemian-like quality to your outfit. Not only in wood, the tribal jewelry can be gorgeous in golds, silvers and jewels.

LEAVES. Nature-inspired, leaf jewelry designs are perfect for fall and can be found in many shades of gold to give an earthy feel to your outfit.

HOOP EARRINGS. Still in fashion, hoop earrings can be embellished with jewels, be any size and color or can lean toward a more minimalist and sophisticated look.

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Tips for starting your own

any book clubs have formed with great intentions to expand reading selections, share deep literary conversations or just enjoy good books and wine! Some have stood the test of time while others have quickly turned the last page. What makes a book club work? Following are some of the key factors: 1. Be strategic about who and how many you invite. Some join book clubs to dissect and analyze literary masterpieces through deep, intelligent conversation with fellow bibliophiles. Others want to read the newest bestseller and enjoy light hearted discussion over a glass of wine. If you invite both types, it will

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likely lead to disaster. Gather people who have similar reasons for joining a book club. But be careful. Setting your sights too narrow will cause you to miss out on some wonderful friendships and out-of-the-ordinary book selections. Also be thoughtful about how many to invite. There will be scheduling conflicts so be sure to have enough members that if a couple canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t attend, you still have enough for good discussion. Too many makes it difficult to keep the discussion focused. Attendance of 6-10 is ideal. 2. Set ground rules. Do this as a group once the club is formed, or have this outlined before you invite others. Then they know right away if itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a good fit. Either way, ground

rules are important. These include deciding where and when to meet, types and lengths of books, and the common courtesies of being on time, not speaking over others, keeping the focus on the book, and of course … reading the book. 3. Stick to a plan. While everyone has busy schedules and it may seem easiest to plan short term, studies show that the most successful groups are those that stick to a plan. Meeting the same day and time each month gives consistency and allows people to plan. Of course things will pop up and people will have to miss sometimes, but keeping it consistent gives everyone an opportunity to try to make it work. 4. Identify a host or facilitator. If you meet in homes, rotate so no one is tasked with all the hosting duties.

Meeting in public is another option but be sure everyone is comfortable with the location chosen and any costs involved. Identify someone to facilitate the conversation to ensure it stays on track. This person could do some research about the book in advance. Again, it’s best if this rotates to ensure one person isn’t burdened.

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HOROSCOPES for September

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Things that may have confounded you in the past will be much clearer this week. Someone comes into your life and will explain what you need to know.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Let supervisors know just how much you have been contributing at work. This can be the doorway to a pay increase.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 You may have taken on too much and now you think you can’t get it all accomplished. It may take a few long nights, but your initial goal is still attainable.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Conversations with friends the next few days prove to be a great mood-lifter. Things in your life will continue in a positive direction for some time afterwards.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Do not feel like you have to change much about yourself to fit the mold others have created. It is okay to be unique and be proud of your differences.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 It is okay to seek perfection but not when others are helping out. Be grateful of all they have to offer, even if you may need to fix something along the way.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Even though work life and home life are separate, there are some instances when they might overlap. Use this time wisely to build deep relationships.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 You are naturally trusting of others. But keep a small amount of skepticism going so that no one takes advantage of you. Once you vet friends, keep them close.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 You must follow through when you say you are going to do something this week. If not, others may associate you with empty promises.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 You have a trustworthy circle of friends. If the going gets a little tricky this week, call upon the people who just can’t wait to support you.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Spending too much time worrying about what others are doing or what they think of you is not productive. Focus on what makes you happy.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 This is a good weekend for kicking back and relaxing. If you feel like hosting, open your home to some guests for even more fun.

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contributing writers

Eric Morken

Andrew Holte

Eric Morken of Alexandria is a husband, father, sports editor and outdoor enthusiast.

Andrew Holte is a financial advisor for Edward Jones, Member SIPC.

Jeff Beach has spent a lifetime on the The Jeff Beach Diet and is still kickinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;.

Jeff Beach

Ross Evavold is the editor of the Echo Press newspaper.

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Sherrie Martinson is the Paint and Finishing Expert at Hilltop Lumber in Alexandria. Sherrie has more than 20 years of experience working with homeowners and professionals.

Melanie Danner of Alexandria is an at-home mother and craft lover. Sherry Martinson

Melanie Danner

Andy Mellgren

Al Edenloff

Celeste is a reporter for the Alexandria Echo Press and lived in the Alexandria area since 1997. She first worked for the Echo Press as a reporter from 1999 to 2011, and returned in June 2016 to report on the community she calls home. She enjoys running and has participated in nearly 200 races with her husband, Al, covering the 5K, 10K, 10-mile and half-marathon distances.

Andy Mellgren is the Director of Operations for Plaza and Downtown Liquor. Celeste Edenloff

Al Edenloff of Alexandria and his wife, Celeste, were married in the heart of California wine country and enjoy sipping wine on their weekend date nights.

Lowell Anderson

Lowell Anderson is a photographer at the Echo Press newspaper.

clicz! Lori Mork

Lori Mork of Lowry is a mother, grandmother and dabbler in all things food, photography and decor related.

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