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Avoid Aging
Eat Dark Chocolate?
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What is CrossFit? It’s “Constantly Varied, High Intensity,
Functional Movement”, but let’s look into that further. The fitness industry is a billion dollar industry that is everything from mega facilities with state of the art technology, infomercials pushing gadgets and equipment that can transform you while you sit still. Don’t forget the magic pills that burn fat, and new workout styles that seem to vanish just as quickly as they burst onto the scene. CrossFit relies on a different approach, the tried and true. We are not reinventing the wheel; we are using the same techniques and equipment that has been around for decades. No Glitz, no Glamour...
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This is where CrossFit differs; when you think of “Constantly Varied”, you think of change. Our bodies have the ability to adapt to our workouts and plateau, which is why we are constantly asking ourselves why we don’t see results after working out religiously. At CrossFit you can expect constant change in your workout and your body. There’s nothing worse than wandering around aimlessly at a gym asking yourself “what do I do next?” CrossFit provides top notch coaches to not only push you, but to make sure you are doing it correctly, getting the most out of your workouts, maximizing the intensity for shorter, more effective and efficient workouts, cutting your time in half at the gym.
“Functional and Compound Movements” are something that most of the fitness industry has overlooked. CrossFit uses compound and functional exercises to help you at everyday tasks. How many times a day do we sit and stand?...that’s nothing more than performing a Squat. Picking up that box off the floor?...you just did a Dead lift and didn’t even realize it. What’s better than making those tasks easier all while looking a whole lot better at the same time? Two misconceptions we hear daily about CrossFit is “It looks too hard; I don’t think I can do that” and “I want to do CrossFit, but I don’t want to get Bulky!” Neither could be further from the truth. Lifting weights doesn’t add bulk, eating bad adds bulk “ and “ The CrossFit program is designed for universal scalability making it the perfect application for any committed individual regardless of experience or fitness level.” If you can’t do something, no problem, we will substitute an exercise to match your ability. Any gender, any age, any athletic ability...anyone can do CrossFit.” (http://www.crossfit. com/cf-info/what-crossfit.html What you will find with CrossFit is that the combination of weight training combined with increased mobility and flexibility, metabolic conditioning and overall strength, comes a leaner, stronger, and more beautiful body.
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Locally there are two CrossFit facilities with excellent coaching and large enough facilities to accommodate the members that CrossFit draws in. With both facilities serving your community, the accessibility is there and trial classes are available. You will undeniably love the way you look and feel, CrossFit will become part of your lifestyle, not just another gym that you frequent. Strong is beautiful.
Locations
CrossFit AthletiCo Lake Worth is a brand new 4100 sq ft facility located at 5516 S. State Rd 7, #118, in Lake Worth, FL (NE corner of 441 and Lantana Rd, near Target). CrossFit AthletiCo Lake Worth offers classes for kids/teens and adults, starting at 5am until 7pm. Visit them at www.crossfitathleticolakeworth.com (tel 561.357.9244). CrossFit Boynton Beach, is a 5300 Sq Ft facility located at 975 Gateway Blvd, Suite 106, (Gateway and I-95) Boynton Beach, FL . CrossFit Boynton Beach has an extensive coaching staff and classes offered for all ages as well. You can visit them at www. crossfitboyntonbeach.com (tel 561.702.4844).
Contents
SPRING 2013 • VOLUME 3 ISSUE 3
Contributors ADVERTISING SALES REPRESENTATIVES
ON THE COVER
Nina Anschuetz • Deena Buell
13 2013 Fitness Hot Picks
BEAUTY CONSULTANT
Panama D’avila
BUSINESS AFFAIRS
McHale & Slavin, P.A.
CONTRIBUTING WRITERS
17 Avoid Aging - Eat Dark
Chocolate?
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18 40rty & Fashionable
Howard Freedland • Michele Landers Lynette Laufenberg • Dr. Randall Laurich JoAnne McCormack • Gina Melchionna Orville O. Osbourne • Dr. Al Sears, MD
HOME & ENTERTAINMENT
CREATIVE DESIGNER
HEALTH
CREATIVE DIRECTORS
10 Women Have “Different” Heart Attacks
Nina Anschuetz • Deena Buell
11 The Misconceptions of Chiropractic Q & A
EDITOR AND RESEARCH ANALYST
FITNESS
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Letter from the Publishers New Beginnings.
Every year the world resets and the spring season brings us a fresh start. New Year’s resolutions are in full affect; at least the ones we decided to keep. Spring Training for Major League Baseball gets America’s past time off to a new start (that one is for the men). The flowers in our gardens are starting to spring beautiful blooms, which reminds us that our recent new beginnings are now starting to show us results. Spring is also a time for reflection. Tax season is a not so pleasant reminder and recap of last year’s work and financial accomplishments. The Grammy’s, Academy Awards and Golden Globes are a celebration of the past year’s entertainment accomplishments. We are now far enough in to the new year to evaluate our recent plans toward our goals we set at the new year, and through the holidays long enough to celebrate our accomplishments. This spring issue showcases stories of new beginnings, and celebrates the accomplishments of some pretty extraordinary women. It tells a story of Gina finding herself in a personal low and homeless, but the strength to know new beginnings are always around the corner and the amazing accomplishment of family is the ultimate success. It explores the impact we can make on the beginnings of the children of our community with addressing childhood obesity. We even discuss the markings of those new beginnings many of us made with the trend, which has withstood time and outgrown the title of fad, of tattoo artistry. As always, we thank you for sharing Fabulous 40rties. Here’s to you…to new beginnings and the celebration of our Fabulous lives.
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ow in our 40’s, hairstyles take more time because let’s face it, we are not in our twenties! Many women have discovered styling tools out there to create the salon-made look at home. HSI Professional is an up-and-coming name in the business that focuses on providing the products women want. Your teenage daughter may have captured your flat iron, but at this point let her have it. HSI Professional has broken into the market with an iron that is affordably priced and does more than many irons that sell for much more. Rave reviews on Amazon show why this professional product is making women squeal in joy over their hair! Sure it heats up quickly, features easy-to-handle design, adjustable temperature control, rounded design for curl creation, floating plates that adjust to your hair, and includes glove, nice satin pouch, and an Argan Oil sample. Now in 2013, HSI Professional has introduced a new line of irons and a blow dryer to its topperforming best sellers. Priced to sell, these items are truly causing a wave of excitement with women. “With this flat iron, I can curl my hair, flip my hair, and of course straighten my hair. After use, my hair was bouncy and it looked almost as good as when I go to the hair salon,” says A. Glynn on Amazon. Try one for yourself and support this South Florida business. www.shop.HSIprofessional.com Use the code FABULOUS when ordering for 25% off Like us on Facebook for a chance to win a FREE Flat Iron
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fter co-authoring with her husband Jeff Feldhahn the book “For Men Only”, Shaunti Feldhahn set out to give the perspective from the other side in her book “For Women Only”. This book presents a 101 on how guys think written especially for women. Shaunti gives direct insight into the inner workings of men. It’s all about men and what they think but won’t tell you. As you start to read this short book, you will find it difficult to suppress the thought “did my significant other write this?” The things that are discussed in this book will hit home with most men. The chapters discuss things like why your love is not enough, why men have such a deep desire to be respected, why sex is so important to a healthy marriage, and how a man’s success in the workplace impacts how competent he feels at home as a husband/father. Most of the ideas presented in the book aren’t new, but the author backs things up with well-conducted research, provides clear statistical information. Shaunti uses snippets of her conversations with a wide variety of real men to illustrate each concept. In doing so, she takes things that many women already “know” about men and help to actually understand it and make sense of it. Of course not ALL men fit into the stereotypes of a man, but it’s safe to say that it would be rare for a man to not fit any of what she studied in the book.
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Love finds a way... by Gina Melchionna
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rowing up on the Jersey Shore was GREAT. The beautiful beach, boardwalk, amusement parks, arcades, miniature golf, and all the things the Jersey Shore had to offer. But home was a different story. My parents divorced after a very dysfunctional relationship. When they divorced, I was one year old and my sister was 4 months old. My sister and I were left with my Dad’s parents to raise us. I grew up with feelings of shame, abandonment and most of all felt unloved. I did not see my mom again until I was 14 and my dad just visited on Fridays, coming and going whenever he felt like it. As I grew into my teenage years, I was looking for a man to show me love.
On a regular Wednesday night service, I was walking to my seat, when I saw this man, singing and worshiping to God. My stomach did a flip and my face turned hot and red. I sat down in my seat looked at my sister and said, “I think I just saw my husband!” She laughed!
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couple of months went by and we were introduced by mutual friends. My friend had no idea that I had noticed him awhile ago and set us up on a blind date. We went out for pizza, of course. We began to talk and hang out, and discovered that we both came from the same county in New Jersey, and moved to Florida in the same year, both under tragic circumstances. We had lived 20 minutes from each other our whole lives and had never met! We met in August of 1999 and married in September 2000. We’ve been married now for 12 years and have 5 children. Although things are not perfect, I’ve found love from God, myself, my husband and my children.
“Although things are not perfect, I’ve found love from God, myself, my husband and my children.”
I married at a very young age with anticipation to move out of my grandparent’s home. My marriage ended in divorce and I entered into a relationship that was verbally, mentally and physically abusive. I had a son and a daughter in that relationship. It was so bad that I was kicked out of the house. I ended up living with friends and finally in a shelter for a couple of months. My son was just a baby and I was pregnant without food, money, friends, and welfare kept denying me benefits. I could not take it anymore so I called my grandmother in Florida and was on the train that next day to start a new life.
I believe I had to come all the way to Florida to meet the man of my dreams who was always just around the corner!
Living in Florida gave me a second chance, and I took advantage of that chance. After a couple of years, I got a job, a car, and a new boyfriend. I thought this would take me to a whole new level in life. Of course my choices in men were horrible, the relationship ended, and I decided never to date again. I vowed to be single for the rest of my life, alone with my 2 kids forever. I decided to get help for myself, started going to church, attended classes to help me find myself, become a better person, a better mom, and a better me.
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HOME & ENTERTAINMENT
GrapeStomp
by Howard Freedland Springtime holidays are here! What to do about the entertaining…
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assover Seders have a tradition in my household of being accompanied by a hearty red wine. Easter includes pink and white colors which is apropos for wine matches. Here are some wonderful suggestions to cover the colorful holidays you celebrate. White is perfect for an afternoon lunch or early dinner. Try a lighter, crisper wine like a Riesling from Alsace providing a delightful fruit and light sweetness, without coating your mouth with sugar. Washington State brings a great opportunity to experience a wine that has the feel of a Kabinett Riesling from Germany without the price tag. Try Baron de Hoen Riesling from France at around $15 a bottle or Seven Hills Riesling from the Pacific Northwest at $13. For pink, trust France for a delicate, refreshingly off-dry rosé. August Antonin delivers a bright, delicious wine that is not heavy-handed, and makes a great aperitif selection. Priced at $14, enjoy a bright berry flavor while not overwhelming the dry palette. Paired perfectly with lighter fare, the rosé can also match well with turkey and ham.
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f you have to do red, a darker version of pink, go for a pinot noir specifically one from Oregon. Light texture, spiced and wonderfully lush, pinot is a truly versatile wine matching foods from your richest steak to lightest salmon. The only catch is that it can be expensive. Try a new one, the BiggioHamina Zenith Vineyard Pinot Noir from the Willamette Valley. It is everything that I look for and more in a good Pinot. This is a polished product that offers elegance and great balance. For a delectable Passover combo, my choice takes into account the traditional fare at a seder, and one of my favorites, brisket. Change things up with something interesting from South America. Fabre Montmayou Malbec from Patagonia is lush and smooth, while giving hints of blueberry and spice. It will make a delicious counterpart to your family gathering without overwhelming the flavors of the meat.
Shrimp
over Brown Rice
Ingredients: 1 lb of large peeled raw shrimp (usually 20-25) 3 cloves garlic minced 1 tbsp dried parsley (if using fresh add at the end) Dash of crushed red pepper (optional) 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 4 tbsp organic butter ½ cup water 1 tbsp chicken or vegetable bouillon (no msg please) 1 cup brown rice Sea or Himalayan salt Directions: Rinse brown rice and add to 2 cups lightly salted boiling water, cover, reduce heat to low and simmer 45 minutes or until rice is tender (to eliminate phytic acid and make more digestible soak rice overnight) Sauté garlic in olive oil on medium heat Add butter, red pepper, parsley Add rinsed raw shrimp and cover until pink on medium low Add water and bouillon Remove from heat and let sit to allow flavors to marry Add salt and pepper if desired Serve over brown rice and top with chopped fresh parsley if desired Sherri Mraz The “Cookin’ Yogi” has trained at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition in NYC, is certified through Teachers College Columbia University and by the American Association of Drugless Practitioners (AADP). She works with individuals, groups and corporations to improve their health. You can find her cookbook at www.CookinYogi.com.
For more advice on your holiday wine menu, reach me on Facebook at the BulletProof Wine and Spirits page or now at my blog on Wordpress, aptly named Grapestomp. Until next time, happy holidays, and stomp until your heart’s content! All the above mentioned wines can be found at Nutrition World in Palm Beach Gardens.
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HEALTH
Women Have “Different” Heart Attacks By Al Sears, MD Did you know that there’s an increased risk of heart attacks during the winter?
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ne study looked at more than 222,000 people and found 33% more heart attack and stroke deaths during the winter season. ıFortunately, you can beat these killers with a few unconventional ways to improve your heart health. Even if you have a family history, I can help you. These methods are safe, proven and effective. There’s no way to be sure what exactly contributes to these coronary events. But it is a real risk. And I want you to know something that most doctors are not going to know; heart attack symptoms for women are very different than they are for men. The typical movie or TV scene that depicts a heart attack is someone clutching their chest or having trouble breathing. And those symptoms do happen, but mostly to men. For women, there are usually almost no symptoms at all. For instance, you hardly ever have pain. Women feel only chest pressure or a vague uncomfortable feeling that increases. It could be stomach discomfort that mimics indigestion. Or a slight pain in the shoulder or both arms. Also, women tend to just suck it up and assume they’re having a bad day. They have some nausea, feel exhausted, and assume its stress … heart attack symptoms are often ignored. If you do go to the doctor, you’re unlikely to say “I’m having a heart attack.” And your doctor might not recognize the symptoms, either. Women get numbness, palpitations, a headache and nausea and break out in a cold sweat. Doctors often diagnose this as anxiety. There’s one stat that I saw that women are more than twice as likely to miss a heart attack than a man. And half of all women who have a heart attack never call 911. 1. Recognize the symptoms – If you do have one or more of the symptoms I mentioned, get to an emergency room immediately! Don’t put it off. Calling 911 is usually better than driving to the hospital. The EMS team can begin treatment immediately. While you are waiting for EMS to arrive, chew and swallow a regular 325 mg. aspirin. Evidence is strong that during a heart attack, a single aspirin could save your life.
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2. Build a bulletproof heart – My number one recommendation for a healthy heart is to stop doing traditional endurance exercise and switch to shorter, progressive periods of exertion like I show you in my P.A.C.E. program. This helps you regain your heart’s “capacity” which is lost when you exercise for long periods of time. Any time is a good time to start, and you can start from your current level of fitness no matter what it is. 3. Feed Your Heart – My second most important recommendation would be to get plenty of CoQ10. It’s a super-nutrient and main source of energy for your heart. Grass-fed beef, eggs and cod liver oil are CoQ10 food sources. Or you can supplement. I recommend taking 50 mg of the “ubiquinol” form of CoQ10. Another critical heart vitamin is one most people forget when it comes to the heart – niacin, or vitamin B3. It clears your liver of a dangerous lipoprotein called Lp(a). There is a strong statistical link between Lp(a) and heart attacks. Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh have reported that high levels increase heart attack risk by 331%2. You’ll need 500mg a day. To Your Good Health, Al Sears, MD Dr. Al Sears MD Center for Health and Wellness 11903 Southern Blvd. Ste. 208 Royal Palm Beach Fl, 33411 Phone: 561-784-7852 www.alsearsmd.com www.primalforce.net www.mypureradiance.com
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1.Kloner R, Poole W, Perritt R. “When throughout the year is coronary death most likely to occur? A 12-year population-based analysis of more than 220 000 cases.” Circulation. 1999 Oct 12;100(15):1630-4. 2. Evans R, Shpilberg O, Shaten B, Ali S, Kamboh M, Kuller L. “Prospective association of lipoprotein(a) concentrations and apo(a) size with coronary heart disease among men in the Multiple Risk Factor Intervention Trial.” J Clin Epidemiol. 2001 Jan;54(1):51-7.
The Misconceptions of Chiropractic Q & A Q: Once I start with Chiropractic care, do I have to continue forever?
A: This is a great question that for some is very confusing.
As chiropractors we find interference to the nervous system as a result of a vertebrae putting pressure on a nerve. This may cause pain, but only 6 percent of the nervous system detects pain so the other 94% that operates the body could be affected by this pinched nerve without any pain involvement. So my question to most patients is how long have you had the pain, how does it interfere with your life, both emotionally and physically? The answer is usually 10 plus years I’ve been dealing with the pain. Well if it takes 10 years to put the vertebrae out of place, it takes about 10 months to make a correction, but how do we maintain a healthy spine after care? A recommended maintenance program is usually a visit frequency of 1-2 times per month to keep the spine and nerves functioning better. We eat right, exercise, try to get proper sleep, and we try to have a positive attitude at all times, but what we are missing is a nervous system that is more effective and efficient which is why chiropractic becomes a lifestyle for many. Once you start care, you may feel great, but if your nervous system is not functioning properly, then our job is not complete. So to answer the question once I start do I have to continue, it’s your choice if you want to maintain a healthy spine. You have to see the dentist every 6-12 months to maintain your teeth, isn’t your spine more important?
Q: Do my bones pop when I get adjusted? A: People assume that the noise made from the adjustment
is the bone rubbing against bone causing the “pop” sound or noise. Well, this is a true misconception. In between each joint are synovial fluid and when the bone is adjusted synovial gas releases from the joint causing the noise. There are 8 joint spaces between each bone, so you may feel more than one gas pocket release with each adjustment. The alignment of the vertebrae keeps the joints mobile and allows us to heal faster and take pressure off the nerve. Our main goal as a chiropractor is to reduce nerve impingement, increase mobility, and reduce tenderness.
Q: If I am not in pain, why should I go to a chiropractor? A: Only 6% of the nervous system detects pain, the other 94%
operates the body, so if a nerve is pinched that goes to the stomach, or the lungs, or the heart, there becomes interference to the electrical impulse of the nerve. The weight of a dime decreases the function of a nerve by 60%. So imagine if the nerve that goes to the heart is not fully functioning then the heart could be compromised. This is why it is important for everyone to have their spine checked.
Q: Is the chiropractic adjustment painful? A: There are 100 different chiropractic techniques and some of them can cause discomfort, however, at The Wellness Experience of Wellington, Inc. we use a very gentle approach called the proadjuster, for those patients afraid of some of the older style techniques. We can adjust without the aggressive adjustive technique or for those who don’t mind those techniques we use 10 different manual types as well. The adjustment is not typically painful, and if there is a chance it could be, the doctors understand what’s necessary to loosen the musculature and ensure less painful care.
Please contact us if you have more questions or have another misconception that we may be able to help ease your mind and allow you the ability to improve your nervous system and keep you well. Dr. Randall Laurich The Wellness Experience of Wellington Located in Kobosko’s Crossing Wellness-experience.com laurichdc@aol.com 561-333-5351 Spring 2013 | Fabulous 40rties | 11
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Cycling will give you killer legs. After all, the quads (thighs), glutes (rear-end), and calves are propelling the bike. But working the handlebar sculpts your upper body too. Ride up two or three times a week, spending roughly half the time pedaling while standing as it engages your core and triceps as you stabilize your body over the bike.
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Riding a bike puts less stress on the knees, ankles, and spine than walking or running. Your knee should bend just slightly (about 25 degrees) on the down pedal stroke.
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Everyone can enjoy a casual bicycle ride as a family and reap the benefits of exercising along the way. Parents will feel satisfied that the entire family is getting their necessary daily exercise. Keep in mind that even on vacation; many destinations have rental bicycles so you may enjoy the great outdoors and scenery.
2013 Fitness Hot Picks Best Training Shoes: Ryka Transpire Ideal for: multitasking This “go-to gym shoe” has ample cushioning that runs the length of the midsole to prevent foot fatigue on cardio machines.
Best Water Bottle: Best every day or workout water bottle Bobble, 34 oz. This bottle has a built-in filter for great-tasting tap water every time. Bottle benefits: BPA free; recyclable.
Sunglasses Best for casual sporting and exercise: For activities like walking, paddleboarding or hiking, pick up a pair of Oakley’s Warm Up sunglasses.
No-Ad Sunblock Lotion SPF 45 -No-Ad SPF 45 contains avobenzone for protection against broad-spectrum UVA and UVB rays, as well as skin-soothing aloe. It is also labeled “very water resistant,” which means that it will maintain its indicated SPF for 80 minutes in the water.
Best Comfort Bike for Women in 2013: Schwinn Merge Women’s Cross/Comfort Bike (700c Wheels) Top fitness gadgets for 2013: Striiv This pocket-sized pedometer platform allows you to score points in a series of challenges as you walk and climb throughout your busy day. Users get feedback on the number of steps taken, stairs climbed, miles walked and minutes spent being active.
Best lightweight Hand Weights: Valeo Neoprene Hand Weights are covered in neoprene, which makes them easy to hold and reduces the likelihood of damaging your floor if dropped.
Best towel for working out: The SilverSport Towel™ provides an extra layer of protection against odorcausing bacteria that other fitness towels just can’t beat.
Best For Hot-weather workouts: Insulated Sport Bottle, 24 oz. Extra insulation means water stays cool in summer heat. Bottle benefits: BPA free; dishwasher safe; freezer safe.
Sunglasses Best for High Intensity Action: When you’re running a marathon, biking,or beach volleyball, you need sunglasses that will stay put. There’s not a better pair out there than the new (and fashionable!) Oakley Radar Edge sunglasses.
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Best Running Shoes: Saucony Triumph 9 Ideal for: cushioning Pavement pounders, this sneaker has your back. Thick cushioning in the midsole and a memory foam sock liner create the sensation of “running on a cloud.” The best yoga mat: Lululemon – The Mat -You can flip your mat over to choose the best surface for your practice. The polyurethane coating will stay grippy even through a really sweaty. The antimicrobial additive prevents mold and mildew and only need to wash with soapy water (no tea tree oil please).
Top fitness gadgets for 2013: Nike+ FuelBand The wristband collects information on time, calories burned, steps taken, and overall movement. All of the data captured is transferred to the Nike+ website via USB or wirelessly to your iPhone. Spring 2013 | Fabulous 40rties | 13
Why We Crave Certain Foods
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ome days, it’s chocolate; other days, only potato chips will do. Cravings for high fat and delicious foods strike hardheartedly making our sensible meals seem boring. And since cravings are governed by the mind instead of the stomach, simply eating anything won’t make them go away—our brains know what they want and will not accept any substitutions.
Notice that we never crave things we haven’t tried before— that’s because cravings are a manifestation of our need for comfort, for things we know. Cravings are not only tied to stress, unhappiness, and other negative emotions, but also tied to memories. So, places, people and smells can also bring on strong cravings.
Everyone experiences cravings at some point and usually they’re for the same kinds of food. But while the cravings tend to be individualized, the stimulant for them are universal. The foods we desire do more than please our taste buds, and because of this, cravings are difficult but can be controlled.
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What food we crave is a matter of mood. A common misconception is that our cravings are linked to actual nutritional deficiencies, but that theory hasn’t been proven. Woman experience heightened cravings for certain foods at various stages in their menstrual cycles, and a lack of potassium or iodine might prompt the need for salt. But most of the time, cravings are a part of our body’s complex response to stress, certainly the most common trigger for cravings.
Tips to curb the cravings: Pinpoint the craving’s origins. ÂÂ Are you stressed, tired, sad, bored, thirsty, or legitimately hungry? Figure out what’s making you want something in the first place.
ÂÂ Trying to cut out sugar from your diet may be next to impossible for some. Allow yourself a square or two of chocolate instead of the entire bar.
ÂÂ If you want salty-crunchiness, try reduced-fat popcorn, rice cakes with peanut butter, or edamame. For sweet cravings, try fruit; fresh or frozen or yogurt sweetened with honey or agave nectar. If you trust your willpower, try indulging just a little; if not, the healthier alternative might be more up your alley.
Why does giving in Feels So Good?
Our cravings vary, but one common characteristic is that they’re high-calorie, high fat and/or sugar content. A diet low in protein and fiber are other common factors for craving highcalorie, high fat foods. Our bodies propel us toward dense foods when we’re anxious or worried. The flood of cortisol, a stress hormone, drives the brain to look for something that will make it feel better. When we eat high-energy foods, it causes the release of chemicals like serotonin; the feel good chemical, which then creates a link in our brains between ingesting caloricallyrich foods and feeling pleasure. Some believe that cravings are evolutionary; our bodies are inclined to hunt for high-calorie foods because they’ll provide us with nutrition an optimal energy for survival. Another presumption is that we learn to want certain foods while still in the womb. We develop the ability to smell and taste during the second trimester of pregnancy and develop taste preferences for what our mothers eat when they are pregnant and during breastfeeding. Our brains also keep track of what makes us happy for future reference, particularly when they produce such immediate, rewarding results, as eating high-calorie foods does. Ref: www.divinecaroline.com 14 | Fabulous 40rties | Spring 2013
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Beauty Editor’s Picks
BEAUTY RELATIONSHIPS in our lives are meaningful and important. They are critical to our well-being and our pursuit for a happy, healthy life! Relationships like Parents and Grandparents, Children and Grandchildren, In-Laws and Siblings, Friends and other heart-felt connections, all play an important role in the shaping and outcome of our lives. There is no doubt in my mind that relationships are one of the joyful things in life. Think about the gestures that give you the most comfort, love and support: The unconditional love of our parents, a tender kiss and hug from our children, encouragement from a friend, and the birth of a grandchild. These are a few of the wonderful moments we may experience through cultivating and nourishing relationships in our lives. Contemplate how simple and mundane our lives would be without these sparkles of emotion. But, only in the perfect world would everything be perfect. We have not figured that out yet, so we contend that all relationships are not created equal. They each come with challenges, disagreements and drama that can seem impossible to overcome. And at the same time, these obstacles build and grow with the relationship that can actually be cherished. Whatever your relationship may be, bad or good, we must always remember that each person comes with their own qualities, personality traits, and preferences, and these should never be measured by our own standard or our own expectations. I am happiest when I can bring a smile to someone or encourage others to reach their highest potential. Great relationships are works in progress that constantly teach us to cultivate a lifetime commitment using patience, kindness, forgiveness and, most important, love. Laugh and Love,
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With a busy schedule, I find a quick relaxation tip that removes most stress is to practice stillness for a few minutes by closing my eyes and visualizing a beautiful place or pleasing thoughts. This breaks away the tension throughout the day and helps clear energy pathways that bring a sense of balance and serenity.
Nourishment: My daily mantra is “I MUST HY-
DRATE.” For me, drinking water is the most important discipline I have acquired throughout my life. It is the source of all goodness – besides chocolate of course. Drink water for health!
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Consignment is Thrifty!
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eople are just now relaxing their purse-strings while indicators show that the economy is rebounding. And you wonder how fashionistas have been able to continue looking stylish and trendy through the recession without selling their first born. Here’s a little secret that truly has become a huge business across the country – Consignment Stores and Thrift Shops. The resale industry in the U.S. experienced a comeback after the start of the economic downturn in 2008. The resale, consignment and thrift store industry has reported a 7% increase of Resale shops across the country within the last year, said Adele Meyer, executive director of The Association of Resale Professionals. Since the beginning of the recession, Americans have spent their time coming up with creative ways to save money, usually through getting rid of objects and entertainment they have deemed unnecessary. Monstrous, gas-guzzling SUVs can be seen sitting on car lots in exchange for smaller and more gas-friendly vehicles . The National Association of Resale Professionals stated that reasons for this included an increased need for households to sell unused items for cash.
Some industries, however, remain to thrive, even during the most depressing of times. People still need the bare minimum to survive, and luckily for the food and clothing industries, the bare minimum seems to include both. No matter what the economy looks like though, the question of where to buy and how much to spend remains. Why shop in designer stores when there are resale stores all around, selling clothing for a much more modest and affordable price? Has the stigma of buying used finally been lifted? Consignment shops like The Red Balloon located at 9120 Forest Hill Blvd., #12A in Wellington and thrift shops like Galaxy located at 102 N. Dixie Hwy. in Lake Worth, look rather enticing, especially for the female shopper searching for unique pieces from boutiques and much lower prices. Pat Snayd, the owner of the Red Balloon Consignment Stores, started the business 35 years ago when no one knew very much about consignment. Focusing on merchandise selection and instore merchandising, The Red Balloon keeps both their stores in Wellington and West Palm Beach looking and feeling like new retail. “We see consignment as a Win-Win. You make money on items you no longer use, earning something back for what you spend,” says Pat. “And, if you shop our Fab! selection of merchandise, you will save money...without sacrificing style!”
Galaxy Thrift or Consignment Store 561- 904-6914 www.galaxylakeworth.com
Jeane, the owner of Galaxy Thrift works with a cancer research organization from which they buy all their merchandise, therefore they contribute to a very important cause. “The quality of our merchandise is extremely high - everything goes through a screening process before it hits the floor. We also offer the best customer service of all thrift stores in the area. Our goal is to make the experience of shopping at a thrift store most pleasant.”
The Red Balloon Consignment Shops 561-333-2525 www.Shopredballoon.com
References: http://earth911.com/ news/2012/04/13/thrift-shoppingon-the-rise/ http://smallbusiness.chron.com/ thrift-stores-average-income-38527. html http://www.theridernews. com/2012/01/17/thrift-storestrendy-or-trash-bins/
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y name is Evelyn, and this is my story. I am a homeschool mom and have been married to my husband, Jesus, for 25 years and have three children, Daniel 15, Krystal 12, and Gabriel 3. Before I was a stayat-home mom, I enjoyed a successful career as an accountant. At the age of 42, I was blessed with my third child. While juggling a newborn and homeschooling, I also was the primary caregiver for my parents, who both suffered from Alzheimer’s disease. In May 2010, seven months after my youngest son was born, I was diagnosed with breast cancer and underwent a bilateral mastectomy less than a month later. Within two months after my mastectomy, I lost both my parents to Alzheimer’s disease. From the moment of my diagnosis and the three months that followed, proved to be the most difficult time in my life and could not have faced them without the love and amazing support demonstrated by my husband. Now at the age of 46 and 2½ years later, I have lived, laughed, loved, and lost. I have cried, grieved, hoped, prayed, and healed by faith. I have found strength and true beauty. I am a survivor!
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This Mother and Daughter wellness and beauty journey began with a signature foot ritual in the beautiful Zen relaxation room. Setting the mood for their amazing journey, the relaxing foot massage left them in total bliss.
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Makeup with Ninfa is like air in a brush! This technique left both mom and daughter with a flawless finish. Ninfa works with the best quality of pigments available and offers great coverage with a light feeling. The lasting benefits of airbrush makeup can last up to 12 hours and colors may be customized to suit your skin tone. Ninfa, a Professional Makeup artist, is available for special events, weddings, and makeup lessons for personal enhancement.
It is all about feeling good with confidence and moms should look great at any age. With the help of VelaShape and VelaSmooth, we can trim those stubborn inches and flush away cellulite, leaving the body incredibly smooth! To book a complimentary VelaShape and VelaSmooth demonstration, please contact Aesthetics at Spa Zen.
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Shaping the Future By Lynette Laufenberg, CPT
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hildhood obesity has become such an epidemic in this country that kids today risk having shorter life spans than their parents. If you have children that would certainly get your attention, right? The American Heart Association reports that about one in three American kids is overweight or obese. Those statistics have nearly tripled in the last 50 years. As a result, many young children today are plagued with risk factors for heart disease, including high cholesterol, elevated blood pressure, high triglycerides, raised insulin, physical inactivity, and obesity. Many also suffer from low self-esteem and depression. No one formula can be applied to overweight children. Gaining weight can be environmental, emotional, physical, or inheritable. Solving the growing problem of childhood obesity is a mission that will require unprecedented levels of cooperation between multiple sectors of our communities, including schools, public health agencies, businesses and families. What is currently lacking is a widespread understanding that childhood obesity is not the sole responsibility of the parent—or, worse yet, the child—to fix. The top cause of childhood obesity in our world today is not a change in gene structure, but a shift in our children’s lives towards a more obesogenic environment. This refers to an environment that promotes gaining weight and one that does not make it conducive to losing weight. For example: • • • •
Fewer children walk to school. Greater amounts of homework lead to sedentary lifestyles. Technology now entices children more than physical activity. The availability of 24/7 television shows for kids encourages increased sedentary time. • Parents work longer hours, causing kids to make unhealthy food choices in their absence. • Kids increasingly eat heavily processed foods as a convenience.
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f course, healthy eating habits now make for healthy adults later. We as parents have a responsibility to teach our children how to live an active and healthy lifestyle. If you yourself are not leading this type of life, how do you expect your children to do it? We must be role models and help our kids develop healthy habits for a lifetime. It’s one of the best gifts we could give our children. Lynette Laufenberg, CPT Program/Fitness Director Ultima Fitness
eeding your children nutritious meals between all your daily activities can be a challenge. While you zoom back and forth between sports activities, the dance classes, the PTA meeting and picking up the dog food, you’re lucky to find time to grab a meal at the drive-thru. If you must eat on the go, here are some tips to make fast food healthier for you and your family members:
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Pass on the “value-size.” When you super-size, the size of your fries and the soda gets larger. Sodas are full of sugar, which are added calories for children. They can substitute a bottle of water or milk instead. Side options. Many fast food chains now offer a side of fresh fruit or a small salad instead of the fries. Try the grilled chicken sandwich. Poultry without skin is significantly leaner than the meats most fast food chains use in their burgers. Skip the mayo and other sauces. The dressings and sauces add extra calories.
On-line Safety Tips for Kids Here are some Safety Tips to help kids on-line. Talk about these tips with your family. You might have one or two of your own to add! ;; Don’t give out information about yourself like your last name, your phone number, where you live, or where you go to school without asking your parents first. ;; Never e-mail a picture of yourself to strangers. ;; If somebody says something to you, sends you something, or you see something that makes you uncomfortable, don’t look around or explore; get your parents instead - they know what to do. ;; Making plans to meet your Internet buddies in real life is usually a really bad idea - how people are in real life can be very different from how they are on-line. If you decide to do it anyway, have your Mom or Dad help make the plans and go with you. ;; Don’t open up e-mails, files, or Web pages that you get from people you don’t really know or trust. ;; Don’t ever give out your password, except to responsible adults in your family. ;; Always follow your family’s rules for the Internet - they’re there to make sure you have fun and stay safe on-line. ;; Don’t ever do anything that could cost your family money unless your parents are there to help you do it.
For additional resources, check out SafeKids.Com. Spring 2013 | Fabulous 40rties | 25
Planning Your Unforgettable Party By Nina Anschuetz
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hat makes a good party? It’s the planning. A party can be any type of event; baby shower, birthday, holiday, wedding, graduation or just a back yard barbecue. How to plan a party means paying attention to details, it’s the little things that count.
Since you have so much to remember when planning an event, checklists are a handy way of supplementing your own memory and ensuring nothing gets overlooked. By starting early and having a plan you can do a little bit of the prep work each week rather than stressing down to the wire. Ahead of time you can: determine a budget, plan the menu, make your guest list, and book a venue. You can also choose a theme to help you focus and stay on track. Even if that theme is just a color scheme, you’ll be able to get a lot more done when you know what the end result should be. Bianca and her staff at Tied With a Bow can make your event unique and memorable from start to finish. They create one of a kind invitations; theme related favors and personalized gifts, breathtaking venues and an unforgettable celebration! She has many years of experience and is very detail oriented down to the last bow! She makes her clients feel like family…she’s Italian and just wouldn’t have it any other way. The party music selection can be made after your theme is set. It can make the difference between a good party and a great one. It can set the mood, enhance the atmosphere and get your guests up and moving. With some creativity and a little planning, the music you choose is sure to be a hit at the party.
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ne of the biggest hurdles in hitting the finish line of a fabulous party is providing food for your guests. Everybody knows what he or she wants: delicious, reasonably priced food that seems to appear out of nowhere and disappears without a trace. Keep in mind the fewer menu options the easier and cheaper you’ll make things for your caterer, but a few different options are usually necessary to cover everybody’s dietary needs. Nearly every moderate-to-large sized party has at least a handful of vegetarians, so be mindful of their dietary needs as well. All of the planning can be a bit overwhelming, but as long as you are organized and get the help of a professional, your party is sure to be a memorable one! Tied With a Bow brings their own unique vibe to your event! Classic or hip, chic or retro, they make your vision come to life. You too can have your event all tied in a bow!
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Mother’s Day Tribute
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Colleen with Connor “Mommy I love you so much more than my toys”.
Denise with Gabrielle “I have always told Gabrielle that I am her biggest fan, and the other day she told me - she was mine.
Nicholas, Danie lle, Blake, Trac i “I’m a mommy wh o is becoming an empty nester thi year. A lyric from s one of my favori te songs couldn’t truer.” Don’t bli be nk! You just migh t miss your babie growing up like s mine did.” I wish I could do it all again! over
Robyn with Hunter and Jaxson “We have a contest daily to see who says “I love you more, no changes!” first. My youngest will wake up at 5am just to tap me in my sleep to win. So sweet!”
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“On Christmas morning 2012, he came into the living room to see what Santa brought. I said “look at the gifts Santa brought you!” Zane replied, “mommy, you’re my gift.” My heart melted. He still says it from time to time and it still has the same affect.”
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CARING FOR THE COMMUNITY Dezzy’s Second Chance Animal Rescue – Delray Beach Work, pressure and glamour filled my life as a successful interior designer for mega yachts planes and multi-million dollar homes. But, I traded in my ruler and fabric swatches for a life filled with hours of work and extreme pressure without glamour or paycheck. Today I rescue homeless dogs living their last days on the euthanasia wards. When I get the call about a loving pet being hours away of being euthanized, I put on my rescuer cap and go.
Every chance I get, I encourage people to spay and neuter their animals. This will enable our society to be able to enjoy our pets rather than be burdened by these homeless, unwanted, loveable animals. But at the end of the day, forever more, I will be a dog rescuer. I need them as much as they need me.
For adoptions call Sandra at (954) 588-7045 www.dezzyssecondchance.com
Here’s my life story from riches to rags.
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n 2003, I married a veterinarian and after spending time in his animal hospital for a renovation project, I began helping out. I noticed humans abandoning their animals in boxes or tied to a pole. Once I found a dog wrapped in duct tape and left at the front door. Homeless animals appeared everywhere I went; some needing medical attention, others needing a home. My time was spent holding fund-raising events for animal rescues and organizations. Eventually, I realized that my true calling was saving helpless, homeless animals. Whether they needed major surgery or shelter from a hurricane, I made sure they were not alone or scared. In 2010, things in my life changed but did not change my mission to save the lives of these animals. This is when Dezzy’s Second Chance Animal Rescue was born. There were many hours of painstaking paperwork, costly fees, and turning my home into headquarters for this rescue operation. Becoming a 501(C)3 Florida Non-Profit has enabled me to hold adoption events in Boca Raton and Delray Beach including the Subaru Showroom, Delray Green Market, and each November “Bake for the Rescues” takes place at the historic Sundy House in Delray. Never have I worked harder in my life -- happily. My day begins at 5:00am and ends when I pass out from exhaustion. Aside from kennel work, I walk, feed, medicate, and bath the rescues. I run the business from reviewing adoption applications, visiting homes of potential adopters to squeezing in time for play and training lessons. So, I have traded in my expensive cars for a Ford van with 100,000 miles. I do not worry about Jimmy Choo shoes, but where the next adoption event will be. My diamonds have been replaced with natural dog foods, heartworm treatments and surgeries.
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lace of Hope is a unique, faith-based, state-licensed child welfare organization providing emergency shelter, family-style foster care (emergency and long-term), family outreach and intervention, maternity care, safety for victims of domestic minor sex trafficking, transitional housing and support services, traditional foster care and adoption recruitment and support, hope, and healing opportunities for children (and families) who have been traumatized by abuse and neglect throughout our region. One of the latest developments is our Treasures for Hope Charity Store. All sales will be used to support our programs and will provide jobs, training, and mentoring opportunities for teens residing in our care. If you want to support Treasures for Hope, here are a few ways to get involved: - Donate your own “treasures” to the store. We are looking for gently used furniture, home décor, and boutique-style clothing. All donations can be dropped off at the store, or you may contact 561.691.8881 to schedule a pickup of heavier items. - Volunteer at Treasures, where you can build relationships with the teens who work there. If you’re interested, please contact 561.691.8881. Treasures is currently open for business from 10 AM - 6 PM Monday-Friday, and 10 AM - 4 PM on Saturdays. Please join us for the Grand Opening on March 9, 2013, at 10 AM. Treasures is located at 3540 Northlake Boulevard in Palm Beach Gardens. 9078 Isaiah Lane Palm Beach Gardens, Fl 33418 877.694.HOPE (toll free) ~ 561.775.7195 www.placeofhope.com www.treasuresforhope.org
Being Green– Back Then
3 F’s OF BEING GREEN (Frugal, Fun & Fabulous)
“About 6 months or so ago I received the email below and thought to myself, “Hmmm….. What have we done?” Our generation and our children’s generation think we are so smart and ahead of our time because we are technologically savvy and have endless information at our fingertips. However, when you read this and truly think about it, we are the ones that very well may have caused the over-abundance; the heaping landfills filled with non-biodegradable, wasteful products. We claim to be eco-friendly and a “green generation” but when you look at the numbers and statistics, and read about global warming, you probably will think “How smart are we?” I think our parents and their parents’ generations were truly the eco-friendly generations. With time, things change, progress, and grow like our need for instant gratification and convenience. We have lost sight of how it may affect us, the environment, the world we live in today, and the world our children and the next generations will live in. When you read this email you too will probably have the “Ahha” moment and realize we may very well be the culprits who created our planets’ green issues.” ~ Deena Buell
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hecking out at the store, the young cashier suggested to the older woman, that she should bring her own grocery bags because plastic bags weren’t good for the environment. The woman apologized and explained, “We didn’t have this green thing back in my earlier days.” The young clerk responded, “That’s our problem today. Your generation did not care enough to save our environment for future generations.”
We didn’t fire up an engine and burn gasoline just to cut the lawn. We used a push mower that ran on human power. We exercised by working so we didn’t need to go to a health club to run on treadmills that operate on electricity.
“But she was right. We didn’t have the green thing in our day.”
Back then, we returned milk bottles, soda bottles and beer bottles to the store. The store sent them back to the plant to be washed and sterilized and refilled, so the same bottles can be used over and over. Grocery stores bagged our groceries in brown paper bags that we reused for numerous things. Most memorable besides household garbage bags, was the use of brown paper bags as book covers for our schoolbooks. Then we were able to personalize our books on the brown paper bags. We walked to the grocery store and didn’t climb into a 300-horsepower machine every time we had to go two blocks. But she was right. We didn’t have the green thing in our day. Back then, we washed the baby’s diapers because we didn’t have the throwaway kind. We dried clothes on a line, not in an energy-gobbling machine burning up 220 volts -- wind and solar power really did dry our clothes back in our early days. Kids got hand-me-down clothes from their brothers or sisters, not always brand-new clothing. We had one TV, or radio, in the house -- not a TV in every room. And the TV had a small screen, not a screen the size of the state of Montana. In the kitchen, we blended and stirred by hand, we didn’t have electric machines to do everything for us. When we packaged a fragile item to send in the mail, we used wadded up old newspapers to cushion it, not Styrofoam or plastic bubble wrap.
But she’s right; we didn’t have the green thing back then. We drank from a fountain when we were thirsty instead of using a cup or a plastic bottle every time we had a drink of water. We refilled writing pens with ink instead of buying a new pen. People took the streetcar or a bus and kids rode their bikes to school or walked instead of turning their moms into a 24-hour taxi service. We had one electrical outlet in a room, not an entire bank of sockets to power a dozen appliances. And we didn’t need a computerized gadget to receive a signal beamed from satellites 23,000 miles out in space in order to find the nearest burger joint.
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ut isn’t it sad that the current generation comments on how wasteful we old folks were just because we didn’t have the green thing back then?
Recycling is available to all Palm Beach County residents. With your help we have made Palm Beach County’s recycling program one of the best in the country. If you currently recycle, we thank you. If you don’t, we urge you to start. Recycling is easy in Palm Beach County. To order your bins go to the Solid Waste Authority website, www.swa.org.
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attoos have a long history in cultures like Ancient Egypt, Polynesia, and Japan. They have been known as a way to protect a woman during pregnancy, identify a concubine, showcase a soldier’s accomplishments, punish criminals, celebrate a ritual, and mark various classes and royalty. Many other milestones like reaching adulthood or a level of spirituality have incorporated the tattoo for thousands of years. So why have tattoos become increasingly popular with women in their forties? Like Michelle who got her first tattoo in her forties by Spike at Ink Link Tattoos in West Palm Beach and Dorri who got her first tattoo by Luis at Palm Beach Ink and Tattoos in Lake Worth, they appreciate the art and freedom of expression of having tattoos. Some women prefer to keep their tattoos private and only for their significant other’s eyes but just knowing that they have one in a private place can be empowering. There are many other reasons for making a permanent addition to the body. Among these are showing respect and abundant love for relatives, children, and lovers that are living or have passed away. Some show support and encouragement for those fighting illnesses or as symbols of struggles in their lives. Others simply have always wanted one but felt it was just never the right time, or now that they are adults they do not have to worry about getting in trouble with their parents. For those considering a tattoo, worthwhile thoughts include placing them in a good location, have them tell a story or remind you of something or someone, and never visit a tattoo parlor under the influence or on a whim.
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hatever your stand on tattoos, ask the person the story behind it. You may be surprised at what it symbolizes, and even more surprised by your earlier stereotypical opinions. For those of you living in the West Palm Beach, Royal Palm Beach or Wellington areas, we learned of a super tattoo studio called Ink Link Tattoos and Piercings located on 4738 Okeechobee Blvd. in West Palm Beach. Their amazing art can also be found on their website (www.InkLinkTattooS.com) and facebook page. “The business and its artists are top notch, creative, and talented, says Chris from Wellington”. PALM BE ACH INK TATTOO S & PIER If you live in southern Palm Beach County, check out CINGS 3095 S. M ilitar y Trail INK LINK Palm Beach Ink Tattoos & Body Piercing located , Lake Wort h, FL 3346 PIERCINGS on 3095 South Military Trail in Lake Worth. Their 3 TATTOOS & (561) 249-2 ee Blvd, amazing art can also be found on their website 404 4738 Okeechob 7 L 3341 (www.Ink561.com) and face book page. “They F , ch ea B m al West P never cease to amaze me with their creativity and (561) 712-9009 professionalism”, says Dorri from Lake Worth.
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My child’s college costs are prepaid: Most parents look at tuition and not much more. This approach vastly underestimates the total cost of attendance. Room & board, books, fees, transportation and rate of inflation must be considered. Many prepaid college plans only cover tuition. Parents should also consider the fees attached to manage these plans. Many 529’s are vulnerable to the market’s performance and this means you may not know how much funding is available when the child is ready to attend college. If parents have been saving through a 529 plan or Pre paid college plan they should be aware that these can be counted against them when it comes to applying for financial aid.
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While choosing the correct school for your child is important, it is also necessary to take financial concerns into consideration. Some private schools may have a lower out of pocket expense than a public school even though at first glance they may seem to be quite a bit more expensive. Private schools are often supported by endowments and donations from alumni. The student should consider the financial aid packages offered by these schools. Doing research on all schools that offer the academic needs and activities should also be taken into consideration. In fact private schools may have a lower out of pocket cost because they are interested in attracting students from every income level, and thereby may offer more financial aid. Don’t be put off by the price of a particular school, research options the school may offer. You may be pleasantly surprised! For more of these tips or advice on college planning for your family, please call me for a consultation. JoAnne McCormack, CCPRS Personal College Planning joanne@personalcollegeplanning.com Certified College Advisor http://personalcollegeplanning.com/ “Finance Their Future While Safeguarding Yours” 561-254-8934
Path, Passion and Purpose…. Are You living Yours?
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hat exactly is Numerology? Simply, it is the study of numbers. Each letter in your name, each number of your birth date has a numerical and vibrational correlation that a Numerologist interprets. Numerology can unravel our complex personalities and forecast what energies the future holds. The following is a brief description of your Life Path or “Destiny.” Your Life Path is comprised of your month, day, and year of birth. To find YOUR correct Life Path, add together your month, day, and year of birth as follows. EXAMPLE BIRTHDAY: March 3, 1970. First add all the numbers vertically and then add the final total horizontally. 3 13 1970 1986 = 1 + 9 + 8 + 6 = 24 Then add 2 + 4 =
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Note: This is only a very brief glimpse of a much larger Numerological interpretation of your Name and Life Path.
#1 Keyword - Independence: This Life Path will strive for independence. Leaders with inventive, non-stop minds. #2 Keyword -Cooperation: “Two’s” prefer to be in a relationship. Compassionate and dislike confrontations. #3 Keyword - Expression: Three’s must express, whether in words or art. Communication is key. Generally optimistic, creative and self critical. #4 Keyword -Productivity: Four’s are hard working, loyal and dependable. The Organizer. #5 Keyword -Freedom: The path of the adventurer. Expect many changes on this Life Path. Strong desire to travel and “experience” life. #6 Keyword -Service: “Six” needs harmony. This is the peacemaker, teacher and counselor. Responsible and likes to give advice. Appreciates beauty and the arts. Singing. #7 Keyword -Wisdom: The deep thinker. Can be skeptical. Analytical and observant. Likes to “take things apart” to understand how things work. #8 Keyword -Power: This Life Path has superb business, executive and organizational skills. Many times they are unaware of this ability. Thinks on a large scale. #9 Keyword - Humanitarian: Compassionate and sometimes a “bleeding heart.” Creative. The artist and the idealist. Intense dislike for injustice and will find a way to help those less fortunate.
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