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14 There’s something about me. I don’t know what it is, but I’ve sensed it for many years. I’m the type of person who people like to talk to - more specifically, talk at. I say “at” because these people don’t want to hear what I have to say. They just want an audience. I am their dedicated audience of one. Case in point, I was in McDonald’s this weekend to get a coffee. Not a burger. Quit judging me. I know you were. Okay, I had some fries with my coffee. Anyway, some older guy zeroes in on me and starts a conversation, then there’s a pause. I think this is where I take the information he has shared with me and I say something back that relates to it. Oh, wait, hang on - it’s not. He just needed to catch his breath. It’s still his turn to talk and still my turn to listen. I give up and occasionally nod and smile. This happens to me a lot. Why am I a magnet for these type of people? Is it my expression? Do I feign interest too well for my own good? Is there some kind of pheromone I give off that says come tell me stuff I care nothing about for extended periods of time? I have no idea. If it sounds like I’m playing a victim, I’m not. I know I can walk away from the conversation. It happens so often I find it almost entertaining. Plus, it’s taught me patience. Lots of patience. Back at MickeyDs, I finally interject my only full sentence in 5 minutes of smiling and nodding. I blurt out, “It was nice talking to you. I’m gonna go over there now,” as I point over my shoulder. A bit awkward, but it works and I’m on my way. My talker wasn’t fazed one bit. He acknowledged my exit and moved onto his next target.

Check out the trends that are sure to be blowing up this fall

URBAN ASPIRATION

Stories of caring and sharing from area shelters UCO professor builds urban retreat MY AUNT THE SPY

Andrea Wallis Aven’s family history reveals WWII intrigue THE CALEB EFFECT

Caleb’s legacy of happiness lives on through acts of kindness

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Perhaps what I need is one of those thumbs-up symbols we use on Facebook. I like those. They seem to denote a friendly “good communicating with you - I’m outta here.” Maybe I should print some and hand them out. Then I can be a man of even fewer words.

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I remember growing up and my parents specifically budgeting for ONE out-to-eat meal each week. I realize this is an unrealistic expectation for a lot of busy households, but luckily there is one particular meal that can help keep things on track financially. Going out for breakfast is easily one of my favorite (and most cost effective) things to do as a family.

BREAKFAST IS MY HAPPY MEAL Local Edmond eateries are making things really easy for this hungry family of five – here are a few of my favorites:

OLD SCHOOL BAGEL CAFE:

The perfect New York water-boiled bagel can be found at Old School. Personally, I want the Everything bagel toasted with plain cream cheese, but the whole menu is extensive, creative and delicious. Breakfast isn’t the only meal served here, so when you’re craving the perfect bagel, now you know where to go!

2 THE HASH RETRO DINER:

They open at 6 am! When your toddler rises with the sun, sneak out for an early morning comfort meal. The Hash makes everything in house and offers a diverse menu with large portions and hot coffee. The adorable individual skillets of hash are my family’s favorite, especially when paired with inhouse made jams and toasted bread.

3 KATIE’S COUNTRY GRIDDLE:

Biscuits and sausage gravy are the perfect comfort food, especially when you’re eating them at such a laid back and relaxed nook in Edmond. We ate SO much food and only spent as much as we would on appetizers for dinner. This spot is unpretentious and welcoming – especially to this mom with 3 kiddos in their pajamas!

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This is a new franchise and super FUN stop. Order your crew some fish shaped buns (your choice of delicious filling- Nutella is always a winner, but the Bavarian cream was amazing). The unique waffle batter is baked in fun shapes, making it easy to enjoy your latte and a giggle with the people you love most. Start with a butter latte and the egg sandwich. I can’t believe how delicious this organic meal is. Everything served is “real food” meaning it is certified organic and when possible, locally grown. This café is intentionally preparing the highest quality food for their patrons and the attitude resonates throughout the charming café.

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When Kamp’s opened up on 33rd it became a regular stop for us! Iced latte and Doctor’s Order (a most aptly named pastry), is just the perfect combination. Grab your mom friend and the babies and stop in after your TJ Maxx shopping spree. With all these options, why would families not go out for breakfast? Not only is the morning the happiest and easiest time for littles, it’s also fantastic to come home from a Saturday morning breakfast to a clean kitchen. What a way to start the weekend. Bethany Schwarz is the mother of 3 active children (6, 5, and 18m). She is in pursuit of building community while getting to know her neighbors through story and shared experience.

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Say goodbye to 90-degree summer days and get ready to welcome those cooler temperatures that come hand-in-hand with fall. Now is the perfect time to prep your outdoor area for patio parties, outdoor grilling and relaxing. If you want to go all in on an outdoor makeover, or if smaller changes are more your speed, Andy Nelson of Nelson Landscaping shared with us a wide variety of upgrades for any commitment level.

Think big

For those looking for a total transformation, consider upgrading your space with a beautiful latticed pergola thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s custom built for your backyard. Perfect for unwinding in the shade after a long day of work, pergolas can become the focal point of a garden or outdoor space or simply accent the spaceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s existing features. Outdoor kitchens also are a great option for those with grilling and outdoor entertaining on their minds. Water features and waterfalls are ideal options for those looking to bring some movement and tranquility to their yards. And for the ultimate seasonal comfort, an outdoor fireplace can add a warmth and glow to the space and make those chillier fall nights a little more enticing.

Middle ground

Landscape lighting is the perfect choice for those who have worked hard to cultivate a beautiful outdoor space but have no way to enjoy it after the sun sets. Lighting not only highlights plants and adds character to a home, but adds extra security at night. Other mid-range options include hardscaping such as walkways, stone edging and decorative rock, including big moss boulders and beds. In addition, retaining walls can be used to shape landscapes and add dimension to a lawn, while fire pits carve out an excellent entertaining area.

Small steps

Want to make some small changes that could pave the way for something bigger in the future? Landscaping is the way to go, especially in the fall months. September and October are the best times of the year to plant because plant roots have nine months to establish before the onset of heat the next year. Nelson Landscaping specializes in plants that can withstand Oklahoma weather yearround and recommends landscape designs featuring customer favorites like Blue Atlas Cedars, Crepe Myrtles, Nellie Stevens Holly shrubs, Magnolia trees, flower pockets with mixed flowers and groundcovers. NELSON LANDSCAPING nelsonlawnservice.com 405-202-4120 10

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FEATURELOOK This is September--the fashion addict’s favorite month. A new season means a new reason to reach the limit on your emergency credit card. From fringe to American classics, local boutiques are offering the latest in designer trends to keep your closet fit for the queen you are. By Lance Evans

Check out the trends that are sure to be blowing up this fall!

Shake Like Tina

Shine Bright Like Rihanna

Can we officially stop calling fringe a trend? Like non-committed boyfriends, fringe likes to come and go. This season, more designers are shaking the trend over to the classic column. There is a right way to do fringe. Like a good shoe, fringe should make the outfit without overpowering it. This will keep you looking runway ready as opposed to the main attraction at the fall rodeo. Before diving into a fringe-covered dress, try slowly adding this trend with fringe-accented tops and accessories. Above all remember: less is definitely more! If you can’t trust your over-compensative personality to make this look work, let the good people at Hip & Swanky and Deer Creek Boutique lead you in the right direction. Disco fever is back this fall as more designers are packing on the glitter. Fall’s runway shows were filled with glitter dresses, skirts and even boots. And as we all know, what shines on the runway will soon find it’s way into local discount bins. If you’re not quite ready for glitter, find your version of this fashion-do by sparkling up your outfit with a bright top. Head to Midtown’s Nhu Avenue for the best options.

Strut like Beyonce

Smize (Smile with the eyes) like Tyra

Recall Lauren Bacall

The bootie is back with a twist! Last fall, the bootie was a must-have in every fashionista’s closet. Before ending your monthly summer pedicure, give your toes one last shine with the open-toe bootie. Don’t wait to try this trend. No seriously, stop reading now and place an order because we’re all too aware of the unpredictability of Oklahoma weather. Get your strut on before the dropping temps make this look unbearable. Skip the hefty tag at the department store and head to Mode in Midtown Oklahoma City. They offer booties in a wide variety of styles that won’t break the bank! Fashion is much more than pretty clothes. Pull of the right head-to-toe look with the perfect makeup palette. It’s important to note that everything that shimmers on the runway doesn’t necessarily translate to wearable fashion. So before throwing on glitter eyeliner just like your favorite model, let the friendly consultants at Mac properly match you with the right makeup. Head to Oklahoma City’s Michael Harris Studios, MHBeauty.com, to schedule indepth makeup tutorials and to find the perfect eyelashes. True classics never die. The floral is surviving summer and has become an instant rave for fall. There’s a right way to wear this look without resembling a comforter or bathroom wallpaper. Tone it down! Let the floral be the accent of the outfit. Mix it with denim. A flowing floral kimono, ripped denim and a chunky heel is all you need this season. Try a dark vintage-style print to make this look work best for fall. Let the style consultants at Lush Fashion Lounge pull this look together for you. They offer floor-length kimonos in an array of colors and prints.

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We’ve all seen them. Abandoned pets that immediately grab our attention. Many of these animals are left with few options and no one to help. Thankfully, Oklahoma boasts a number of pet shelters dedicated to connecting forgotten animals with loving new owners. Here are a few of their success stories.

Bringing Puddin Home

Edmond Animal Shelter 405-216-7615

When a female pit bull terrier-mix named Puddin’ came to the Edmond Animal Shelter, the loving staff spent over 525 days trying to find her a suitable home. “She was a sweet little thing, but no one seemed to want to give her a home,” said Executive Director Nicki Smith. “We did some social media blasting to spread the word and someone finally adopted her, only to return her a couple of weeks later due to a lack of time to devote to a pet.” Nicki and her staff once again spread the word about Puddin’ and soon a family came to meet her. “That was almost two years ago and we periodically receive updates from Puddin’s new family showing how well loved and happy she now is.”

Service Dog for Iraq Veteran

Haven of Hope Rescue Foundation, Okarche 405-620-2411

Stephanie wasn’t expecting to make new friends upon returning from a long tour in Iraq as a frontline medic. “She experienced severe injuries when her truck hit a landmine,” said Lori Jones, owner of Haven of Hope Rescue Foundation. The army veteran, who suffered from PTSD, soon found comfort in a new furry friend, Peter, who brought smiles back to her daily routine. The Australian-mixed dog was one of seven puppies born from a rescue dog at the shelter. He met Stephanie and has been her service dog ever since. Lori said it’s important to find a good match with breed when adopting. “Consider your living conditions, space and amount of time you have to spend with a dog.”

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Head Over Heels for Penny

Pet Angels Rescue, Guthrie 405-413-2895

The volunteers at Pet Angels Rescue are quick to note that it is hard to pinpoint successes in a program filled with thousands of animals in need. The caring volunteers fall head over heels for so many of the helpless animals. Penny, a purebred husky born without her right front leg, was always overlooked by prospective owners. Penny was brought to Pet Angels Rescue at seven-months-old. When she later delivered 10 purebred husky puppies, they were all adopted. After staying at the shelter for over a year, Penny was finally adopted by a volunteer who helped care for her during her stay.

Nissa Builds Trust Again

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Dana McCrory of Central Oklahoma Humane Society says the obstacles that come with pet adoption can be overcome with a little love and tons of patience. “A few months ago we had a very timid dog, Nissa, with her five puppies in our program. She was so incredibly scared and we knew she would need love and attention. Everything was frightening to her. She was so frightened she would cower and shut down and lie in the corner.” Thanks to the patience of her staff and a loving foster family, the dog found the capacity to love and trust again. Instead of hiding in corners, her favorite place is on her family’s couch and snuggling up to any warm body.

Maverick: Happy and Healthy Again

Tornado Alley Bulldog Rescue, OKC 405-517-9044

Maverick is a survivor. Abandoned by his family and 20 pounds underweight, he wandered onto a nearby resident’s front porch in search of food and shelter. The neighbor picked up the frail dog and immediately took him to a veterinarian who eventually contacted Tornado Alley Bulldog Rescue. “Maverick went to our medical foster’s home, and they began feeding him just a few bites every few hours,” said Stevie Easter, President of Tornado Alley Bulldog Rescue. “ Slowly he started to gain weight and on August 6, Maverick, at 74 pounds, happy and healthy, went to to live with his new family at his forever home.”

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By Morgan Day Ten years ago, Erin Edwards decided to pick up jewelry-making as a creative outlet, not knowing the handicraft would one day transform her into a business owner overseeing two brick-and-mortar handcrafted jewelry stores in Oklahoma. The mother of four first started selling her wares on Etsy and in September of 2010, she opened The Vintage Pearl at 8144 S. Lewis Ave. in Tulsa. It wasn’t long before she opened a second location at 1289 E. 15th St. in Edmond. It ushered in its first customers in April 2012 and has provided the greater Oklahoma City area with cherished mementos ever since. In addition, The Vintage Pearl has a robust worldwide business with online sales and a wholesale division offering their designs at over 500 nationwide locations.

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“We make everything in our studio from start to finish in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and handstamp every letter; everything is unique and personalized,” Edwards said. “We really allow you to make it your own. You can personalize with special dates, children’s names, birth dates, or meaningful phrases and make any piece of jewelry a special keepsake.” The shop features everything from hand-stamped necklaces, rings, and bracelets to leather cuffs, cufflinks and other trinkets. Popular items include “skinny message” rings that stack one atop the other to create a phrase; the “peas in a pod” necklace, with peas to represent each loved one; and the “dainty drops” necklace, which allows you to stamp a name alongside a birthstone. The pieces, chockful of sentimentality, have been a hit among Oklahomans, who value family, friendships and other strong connections, Edwards said. “Our pieces really tug on your heart strings,” she added. “You can keep the things you love most near and dear to your heart by wearing them around your neck.”

Edwards, who owns the store with her husband Ryan Edwards, firmly believes in giving back to the community. After the devastating 2013 Moore tornado, the business came to the aid of tornado victims, donating a portion of proceeds from its “Love for Oklahoma” necklace to tornado relief efforts - a sum totalling over $111,000 to the Oklahoma Red Cross for tornado relief in Moore and Oklahoma City. The business also supports the Salvation Army, the Tulsa Dream Center, the Demand Project and the Little Light House, among others. “We feel like God has really blessed The Vintage Pearl, and we want to use the blessings He’s given us to bless others.” Visit thevintagepearl.com or call (918) 935-3254 to learn more.

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By Ian Jayne

Local professor and real estate broker David Chapman brings Edmond’s first sustainable modern dwelling to downtown What if the center can hold, after all? Creating density downtown, that’s the driving principle behind Dr. David Chapman’s recent move to downtown Edmond, where he and his wife built a custom three-story home. An urban pioneer positioned in the heart of Edmond’s history, Chapman sees a future of downtown revitalization and urban sustainability. Chapman owns subURBAN Development, LLC and teaches real estate at the University of Central Oklahoma. After lecturing and studying New Urbanism -- a movement dedicated to strategic, sustainable city planning — for several years, Chapman said it was time to close the gap between his “walk” and “talk.” He and his family decided to move from their one-acre home near Arcadia Lake into an urban environment. “There isn’t much disadvantage to living in Edmond,” Chapman said. Various elements of Downtown Edmond’s planning fall in line with New Urbanist tenets, such as parking spaces between the road and the sidewalk, and the abundance of local art and plants.

For Chapman, the move was both ideological and practical. From his new home, Chapman can walk to work, the grocery store, several local restaurants, bars and coffee shops. “I’m living what I’ve been preaching and teaching,” Chapman said. Chapman’s new home has about 2,400 square feet and sits on a lot just 30 feet wide, a significant downsize from his previous home near Arcadia. In order to maximize space and efficiency, the home’s design includes several unique features. Most notably, the dwelling is made from structural insulated panels (SIPs), which are made of foam and board. According to Chapman, the panels reduce waste significantly; unlike lumber, there are no leftovers, and there is a reduction in heat and air energy. The SIPs panels also help mitigate the noise of the trains that run through Downtown Edmond. Many other features of the home were made by hand, or on-site. Chapman also chose several aesthetic details to help his home — modern in appearance — blend in with the rest of historic downtown. The house’s exterior features red brick and the facade includes two inscriptions, one with the year of its construction and the other bearing the family name. Chapman hopes to see a burgeoning of similar developments in Downtown Edmond, a process he said he hopes his move has made a little easier. “Now what we want to do is push this to the next level and have people live here,” he said. Given that younger people often prefer urban, dynamic environments, Chapman said he predicts older Millennials won’t settle for suburban sprawl. “We’ve got to come back in,” Chapman said. Infill could also help older residents who no longer wish to drive, given downtown’s walkability and the ease of access to public transportation. Moving inward can help strengthen community relationships, Chapman said. “It also builds civic pride.”

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FEATURELOOK Jane O’Neil Wallis Burrell was as good at hiding her history from our family’s resident genealogist — me, her niece — as she was at hiding her real role in World War II. Finding her story has been a years-long journey through historic papers, family documents and government records full of strange acronyms and abbreviations. In short, Aunt Jane was a spy. The mystery all started to unfold in March 2014, nearly seven decades after the fact. My first real clue to finding Aunt Jane was a letter that I found among her papers, dated December 31, 1943. An original document, the letter was sent from Reinhard Heydrich to Reichsführer Heinrich Himmler — two architects of the Holocaust.

By Andrea Wallis Aven

Jane had begun her service several months prior in March 1943, when she applied to the Office of Strategic Strategies (OSS), America’s first organized intelligence agency. She became an analyst in the Pictorial Records Division, an unusual position for a woman. In December 1943, Jane was transferred to the London office of the OSS and became an officer with the X-2 Counterespionage Branch. As a case officer, Jane worked a number of operations in France and Germany that included handling Nazi double agents. After the war, Jane stayed in Germany with the SSU (the Strategic Services Unit had absorbed the OSS) to help recover items looted from the victims of war by the Nazis. By November 1945, Jane had moved back to the United States, where she continued to work as an analyst for the SSU in Washington, D.C. Jane authored counterintelligence reports that authors and researchers still cite today. A month after the Central Intelligence Group (CIG) absorbed the SSU in April 1946, Jane was transferred to Paris and stationed at the U.S. Embassy. Documents from the National Archives list her as an analyst and reports writer assigned to the Registry, a counterespionage section that kept detailed records of foreign and enemy information. She worked with established espionage veterans Charles Grey and Philip Horton on vetting and tracing informants and in liaison work with the French Security Agency. Jane died on January 6, 1948 in an airplane crash in Gonesse, France at the age of 36. The U.S. Embassy’s “Report of the Death of An American Citizen” states she was on “official travel” when she died, which means she was traveling under the sanction of a U.S. government agency at the time of her death. My suspicion that my aunt was in the CIA when she died turned out to be correct. I was able to get the Agency to confirm that Jane was the very first CIA officer continuously employed through the four intelligence agencies — the OSS, the SSU, the CIG, and the CIA — to have died while in service to our country. My collaboration with the CIA resulted in a page on their website regarding her service that notes her contribution to all four agencies, as well as crediting her as woman in the very male-centric wartime arena. In order to secure a star with Jane’s name on the CIA Memorial Wall, documentation must demonstrate that she was on a mission at the time of her death. Although family records clearly show that she was indeed on a mission, the CIA has stated that pertinent records have been destroyed. My Aunt Jane, however, wasn’t the type to shy away from a challenge, and neither am I. My research continues to establish her, my aunt, American counterintelligence agent, as eligible for a much-deserved star.

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“It’s interesting for us to hear that connection to giving and service, and that’s what StoneCreek wants to carry on,” Kelley said. “Larry promised he would sell this land to someone who could do good.” By Morgan Day

At StoneCreek Assisted Living and Memory Care, residents can not only find attentive and genuine caretakers in a distinguished atmosphere with convenient amenities, but a wonderful backstory that underscores the mission of the center. The assisted living community, which opened in June, finds its home at 17701 N. Western Ave. in Edmond on a plot of land purchased from the Griffin family, who once used the land for their family farm. After their passing, Melvin and Anna Mae Griffin graciously requested that the land be used to benefit others after their passing, and asked their son, Larry Griffin to see to that, said Anita Kelley, StoneCreek community relations director.

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The care center features numerous amenities, including landscaped courtyards, restaurant-style dining and full-service salon. Kelley said residents and families especially enjoy the coffee bar bistro, which is perfect for catching up with loved ones, and the fitness center offering on-site physical and occupational therapy, saving families the hassle of driving to see outside specialists. Technology plays an integral role in ensuring the wellness of StoneCreek residents, with members of the care team equipped with iPads housing their tasks, and residents wearing pendants that, with the push of a button, immediately alert caregivers of their identity and whereabouts. Meals are even ordered via iPad in the care center’s dining room. The meals are linked to each person, giving caretakers real-time information about the residents and helping them spot red flags (soup for every meal might indicate

an illness or upset stomach, for instance). What’s more? The activities director uses an iPad to take photos of the residents and post them in a secure program so families near and far can see their loved one. “This can be so gratifying to the families. After seeing the photos of her mother, one resident’s daughter told us, ‘I have not seen my mother laugh in a very long time.’ The pictures really mean so much to people.” The goal in all StoneCreek staff does is to take the burden of care off families, Kelley added. “We want the family to go back to being a family, and we want to be the caregivers, giving the very best care we possibly can.” Visit stonecreekedmond.com or call (405) 330-5020 to learn more.

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CITYLOOK Edmond Economic Development Authority trustees this week that they had $500,000 in reservations on the books even before moving into the facility. This is a good indication of the pent-up demand for the hotel and conference center concept in Edmond. By Dr. J. David Chapman Edmond Convention and Visitors Bureau is about to get a new arrow in their quill. Work is progressing rapidly on Edmond’s $37 million Hilton Garden Inn and Conference Center located on the northwest corner of Covell Road and I-35. By the end of this year, the hotel and conference center will be operational and booking conferences. This is something Edmond has needed for years with the over-used and aging ballroom in the Nigh University Center on the University of Central Oklahoma campus no longer able to accommodate the size and demands of our rapidly growing community. Gabby Trad, President and Operating Manager of Partners in Hospitality, reported to the

The strategy will work and the facility is fantastic. The 10,000-square-foot hotel ballroom is the second largest in the state and will hold up to 1,000 people. The 100,000-square-foot Hilton Garden Inn will have 158 rooms. The conference center boasts 20,000 square feet and is perfect for small and medium-sized conferences and conventions. I have heard concerns that the conference center is associated with a “valuebrand” hotel and not coupled with a “fullservice” flagship brand. The obvious concern is that the value-branded hotel (Hilton Garden Inn) may not have the same amenity package as full-service hotels with their restaurants and spas to satisfy conference attendees. As I travel, I have witnessed the trend to couple the value-branded hotel in the chain’s portfolio with convention centers, particularity in smaller

markets such as Edmond. I actually think it is a novel approach from the industry to satisfy the need for accommodations with convention space. The size of conferences and conventions that are likely to book in smaller venues are likely to be price-sensitive and this creates a neat little niche for planners of events such as weddings, reunions, and company parties to fit within their budget and yet stay in Edmond.

Dr. J. David Chapman is an Associate Professor of Finance & Real Estate at UCO. jchapman7@uco.edu

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ALOOKBACK After our visit in Montana, we headed back to Oklahoma by way of the Teton Forest and Yellowstone National Park. I loved watching bears walk up to car windows and seeing Old Faithful erupt almost on the hour.

By Louise Tucker Jones I’m seeing lots of vacation photos on Facebook. It reminds me of long ago family trips when I was young. Most were spent with relatives just a few hours away. But when I was twelve years old, my parents loaded us up and headed to Great Falls, Montana, where my aunt and uncle lived. We left before dawn and made it to Denver. With little money for extras, we stayed at a tiny travel lodge where Mama cooked meals and kids slept on cots. For lunch, we stopped at a grocery store and bought crackers and bologna then ate at a picnic area along the road.

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Surprisingly, our family revisited the Rockies when I was fifteen, traveling up and down more switchback mountains than I cared to count. It was a white-knuckle ride with only two lanes and no guardrails. We survived and spent a few days in a little motel on top of a mountain in Idaho then drove to Great Falls before returning home via the Black Hills. Though my mother loved the mountains, she was not happy when the only affordable motel near Mount Rushmore was situated on a high bluff along with a stormy night. Then, heading toward home, we had one more night on the road. What a surprise when Daddy pulled into a motel with a swimming pool and a restaurant. My parents had a little vacation money left over so they decided to give us kids a fun time at a pool and allow Mama a break from cook-

ing. Sounds like a small thing, but the memories still linger. I’ve taken a lot of vacations with my own kids since those childhood days and here’s what I’ve learned. It isn’t the place or price that really matters. It’s doing things together as a family. Hope you had a fun summer, even if you vacationed at home. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Louise Tucker Jones is an award-winning author, inspirational speaker & founder of Wives With Heavenly Husbands, a support group for widows. LouiseTJ@cox.net or LouiseTuckerJones.com.

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By Amy Dee Stephens On the 9th of every month, Adam and Bernie Wile try to spread a little sunshine. They show kindness to a stranger and find a way to thank someone who has made their life better. Their goal is to make the world a better place and to encourage others to find their own simple ways to show love and kindness. “We’ve made gifts for sick children, left extra coins at the laundromat, and volunteered at the Food Bank,” Adam said. “It’s so rewarding to help other people.” Bernie explains, “We love it when other people share stories of how they were then inspired to buy coffee for someone in line or helped a neighbor mow the lawn.” The Wiles try new “kindnesses” every month, such as:

♥ Taking a plastic bag to pick up trash at their favorite frisbee golf park

everyone, no matter their ethnicity, their clothing or their favorite football team.” “So we’re sending Caleb’s message of love to the world,” Bernie said. “We want his life to shine so much brighter than our own suffering. It’s more impactful to celebrate his life than focus on his death.” Celebrating Life

The Caleb Effect is reaching further than just the Wile family. Bernie began writing a powerful website that has attracted attention around the world. As a result, the Wiles are finding their son’s love shining back at them. For example:

♥ People give the Wiles Hot Wheels to hand out, Caleb’s favorite toy

♥ Sending a “Thank You”

cookie cake to the nurses who once helped Adam during a medical recovery

♥ An unknown marathon runner ran a race in memory of Caleb

♥ Creating a care package for a child who was nervous about his first overnight camp

♥ Adam and Bernie were

nominated for the KFOR Pay It 4ward program, and they gave the $400 they received to a variety of causes.

Spreading Joy

On any given day, the Wiles have a supply of Hot Wheels cars in their tote bag or car to hand out to unhappy children they might encounter in a store or restaurant. Sometimes, on the 9th, they buy 25 or 30 Hot Wheels to hand out to children at the local splash pad or other community venue. The Wiles call their effort The Caleb Effect. It’s named in honor of a little boy, Caleb. Their little boy, who passed away unexpectedly last year at the age of two. The cause was attributed to Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood (SUDC), which is less well-known than Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). During his short life, Caleb had an effect on people. He had a special gift for bringing joy to others, even strangers. When Adam took Caleb to the store, he’d turn the shopping cart backwards because Caleb wanted a clear view of everyone, so he could wave at them. “Caleb had a sixth sense about people who were lonely or having a bad day,” Adam said. “He’d wave and greet them with the cutest little voice. People would light up and wave back. Caleb loved 30

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♥ A little boy set up a

lemonade stand and donated all his proceeds for SUDC education

Adam, Bernie, and Caleb Wile

“We hope that people will cherish their kids more than their smart phones,” Adam said. “I hear parents complain about going to recitals or soccer practice as if their kids are a burden. No, they are brilliant little beings. They’re a blessing. Appreciate them, because tomorrow is not guaranteed.” According to the Wiles, The Caleb Effect has gone beyond the 9th of every month. It’s become a daily addiction. “It’s powerful and palpable. You can feel it.” Bernie said. “Losing our only child has been a big identity crisis. We don’t feel like parents anymore, but when we hear of people doing things to honor him, that helps.” To learn more, visit TheCalebEffect.com or sudc.org

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