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16 Carrie Lippert: Traveling The Globe And Inspiring Many 18 Sarah Agena: Helping Others Lead Healthy Lives 20 Elizabeth Messner: Personal Life Struggle With Self-Esteem Helps Others Find Theirs 24 Katrina Hittner: Health, Wellness And Adventure 42 Embrace Differences And Love Who You Are 44 Surviving Wisconsin Winters 58 Joint Tenancy Outside The Marriage 61 Edgar Grad Opens Door To Art World 62 Prevent Holiday Weight Gain 64 Mommy Needs Physical Therapy 68 What Happens When You Give Up Social Media 98 Readers Describe A Perfectly Splendid Day

events

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70 Marshfield Altrusa Holiday Home Tour 74 Open Concept Inspired By Design

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12 Explore The Bayfield Peninsula Ice Caves 34 It’s On Us To Stop Domestic Violence 54 Successful Breastfeeding: Returning To Work And Activities Outside The Home 56 Just In Time Parenting 57 Breastfeeding Friendly Businesses 60 Holiday Hangings DIY Simple Holiday Banner 66 Explore Marshfield Zoo Book 82 Music Fills Your Memories With Hope When The Holidays Hurt 96 The Scene: Mom Prom, Beer And Bacon Festival, Harvest Fest

local woman to know 84 Kathy Forrest

26 Top Events: Our Picks Of Things To Do This Season

86 Kathy Ostrowski

food

90 Sara Jane Ackermann

28 Recipe Makeover: Pumpkin Pie 30 10 Fresh Ideas For Slow Cooker Pulled Chicken And Pork 32 Green Tree Natural Food Market Open In Rapids 92 Food & Drink

health & fitness

78 GMOs Pros and Cons 80 Using Mini Trampolines To Enhance Your Workout

88 Chris (Nash) Staffon

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36 Caregiver And Mother Receives A Much Needed Treat 46 Night Nurse Gets Day Of Pampering

shopping

14 For Our Furry Family Members 50 Shopping Diva Top 6

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KEEP YOUR VEHICLE MAINTENANCE ON SCHEDULE By: Mike Molitor, Auto Select 715-355-4050

A generation ago, drivers seemed to be more inclined to keep their vehicle’s preventive maintenance on schedule. One reason for this may be that vehicles back then were a lot less reliable than they are today. Taking your vehicle in to your shop every year or two for repairs seemed to be a good reminder to keep the oil changed. For example, almost everyone used to take their vehicles in for regular tune-ups. Vehicles had mechanical ignition systems, which meant ignition points, spark plugs and coils had to be replaced and the timing adjusted every few years. As long as the vehicle was in for a tune-up, the vehicle was inspected and you took care of any needed repairs at the same time. Today’s engines have electronic ignition systems and engine control computers. Spark plugs can last for up to 100,000 miles. Vehicle reliability has vastly improved in the last few decades, and surveys report fewer problems with new vehicles than ever before. That also means that our vehicles don’t experience a huge performance drop when they’re ready for some car care. But it doesn’t mean that they don’t need it. Drivers need to rely on calendars and mileage intervals to know when to schedule maintenance. Owner’s manuals contain recommendations on when different types of maintenance should be performed. Also, your vehicle service provider can provide advice about auto maintenance schedules. They know that benefits of staying on top of preventive maintenance are substantial. First, you’ll get better engine performance and fuel economy. Those two things alone return the cost of preventive maintenance: in fuel savings and safety. Also, routine maintenance has been proven to prevent major car repairs later on. Again, the cost savings can be significant. As the old saying goes, “Spend a penny, save a dime.” Modern vehicle engines may be more durable and reliable than their predecessors, but they’re more sophisticated and complex as well. For this reason, preventive maintenance today is even more critical than the old tune-up. Modern engine systems

have a lot of parts that have to stay lubricated. These parts can be made of aluminum, plastic or steel. Special additives in lubricants are required to keep each of these materials from breaking down or corroding. Over time, these additives are depleted, even if the vehicle isn’t driven. This makes fluid changes a critical part of scheduled maintenance if you want to keep your car on the road. As an example, coolant fluid in your engine is a sophisticated mix that not only keeps your vehicle engine cool but also protects and maintains its components. However, this fluid gradually gets contaminated and anti-corrosion additives are depleted. It can become corrosive and actually damage the vehicle engine parts it was designed to protect. It can actually eat holes in your radiator and other engine parts. Changing the coolant could have prevented this damage, and it’s a whole lot easier and cheaper than replacing a radiator. Timely oil changes are more critical for drivers than they used to be. Skipping just one oil change can start the build-up of oil sludge in your engine. Sludge can clog small engine passages, which cuts off the supply of lubricant to engine parts. Just this small bit of sludge can reduce the life expectancy of your engine. If the build-up continues, it could lead to engine failure within two or three years. One word of warning to anyone who purchases used automobiles: take care when buying a leased vehicle. Folks who lease vehicles only intend to drive them for two or three years, generally the years when the vehicle is least likely to experience any problems. One of the reasons people lease vehicles is that they don’t want to be bothered with maintenance or car care. Before buying a pre-leased vehicle, be sure to inspect it for signs of damage that result from lack of proper care. We can all be grateful for the improved reliability of our modern vehicles. With proper maintenance and care, we can expect them to last longer, perform better, get better fuel mileage, and require fewer repairs than ever before. We just have to be more conscientious about scheduling time for their care.

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WINTER 2016 Before we know it, the snowflakes will be gracefully falling from above and wintertime will be in full swing. The beauty this season provides will leave you stunned and yearning to explore more. Hot cocoa with marshmallows and days spent enjoying winter activities with the people we love will take up much of our time. It’s important for us to focus on the topics you feel the need to increase your knowledge about. In this edition, Jill Johnson discusses the pros and cons of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) to help you make an informed decision. Be a part of the solution to end domestic violence. The Marathon County Domestic Abuse Intervention Team offers advice and presents research to help stop the abuse. Together, we can make a change to help save lives. The pages of this magazine are filled with inspirational, incredible and successful women. As you read their stories, you may feel as though you’re traveling with them around the world and

celebrating in their accomplishments. In our Fall edition, Tracy Hougum decided to give herself a break from all social media. She’s back to give us an update on how things have been going and what she has learned as well as loved about it so far. Her story might inspire you to follow suit and take a break from the digital age for a bit. It seems as though every season goes by rather quickly so make snow angels and enjoy the laughter that accompanies the season. Grab your sleds and hit the hills. You can never grow up and the child inside of you deserves some time to kick back and play.

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Explore The Bayfield Peninsula

Ice Caves BY KARLA SWITA, FOR YOU MAGAZINE

bout 20 minutes from the serene city of Bayfield, you can discover enchanting caves of ice crystals on Lake Superior if the winter weather permits. Apostle Islands’ ice caves, located at the western end of the Mainland Unit of Apostle Islands National Lakeshore in northern Bayfield County, are the result of glaciers from thousands of years ago sculpting sandstone into towering cliffs. The caves host endless impressive ice formations under the right cold weather conditions. Sightseers impervious to frigid tem-

peratures will delight in Mother Nature’s handiwork. When Lake Superior freezes, and the National Park Service declares it safe, the mile-long path to the caves opens up. A trek over a frozen Great Lake is something to experience if you haven’t yet. The sounds of ice shifting beneath your feet might make you shiver, but the lake is solid. The scene at the caves is never the same as ice formations constantly change with the weather. If it’s cold enough you’ll see curtains of ice, waterfalls frozen in place and ice coated cliffs dripping with icicles.

Venture for several miles along the shoreline for a fascinating day of exploration. Do a little research before heading out and carry a map of the area. ICE LINE Check the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore website under mainland sea caves ice caves or call the Ice Line for the latest conditions at the mainland caves, 715-779-3397, extension 3. BE PREPARED Park officials recommend sturdy boots, ice cleats and ski poles for stability. Warm layers, water and snacks are also a good idea for a day outdoors. PARKING Meyers Beach on Meyers Road offers parking or along the Lake Superior side of Highway 13. FEE For ages 16 and up, there’s a $5 daily fee per person when the caves are accessible. Otherwise, there’s the usual $3 fee per vehicle to park at Meyers Road. $10 annual passes are available at the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore headquarters in Bayfield. LODGING Make it a fun winter weekend in Bayfield and the Apostle Islands even if the ice caves are not open in January or February. Cross country ski throughout 130 miles of groomed trails or snowshoe on trails that stretch over 100 miles. Then nestle in at one of the areas many bed and breakfasts or hotels. For more information, including shopping and dining options, visit www.bayfield.org.

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With the season change, the sun is setting much earlier. It’s crucial to keep you and your pets safe in the dark while getting the necessary exercise. Stop in and check out the light up collars available so you both can maintain your stellar walks together. Don’t feel like you need to rush home to beat the sunset! Stay out, bask in the star light and enjoy the moon shadows as long as you prefer. 221 Lincoln Street, Wisconsin Rapids

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Each pet is unique and it’s important for us to do all we can to help them live a healthy as well as long life. Quite a bit of thought goes into every product that is brought inside this store to make sure they offer the healthiest food and treats. Scope out the labels and make sure you approve the ingredients that will be ingested by your pet. The staff is more than happy to help educate customers about what they feed their furry ones and will let you know what ingredients should be preferred as well as which ingredients should be avoided. They also offer grooming services and have the Luumi light which is ultra lightweight with a bright LED blue light to keep your pet safe once the sun sets. 406 2nd Avenue South, Wausau

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The goal of this shop is to provide everything customers want in order for the best quality of life for your pets. There are homemade bakery items, cozy beds, interactive toys, ear wash, delicious treats and more! They understand the ingredients in your pets food are incredibly important and even feature food made right here in Wisconsin. There are RAW diets available that protect your furry ones from cancer, obesity, gum disease, diabetes, bad breath, bowel issues, allergies, rotting teeth and more. The RAW diets are made to fit their evolutionary needs and provide an abundance of vitamins, minerals, pro/pre-biotics and enzymes that are still viable. 937 Main Street, Stevens Point 14 | YOU | WINTER 2016

Find a large selection of food including natural as well as organic brands for horses, dogs, cats, fish, ducks, squirrels and birds. Treat your pet to some toys and even scope out the lawn decorations to bring yours to the next level. At times, they even have adoptable animals from a nearby pet shelter. Stop in and see if the next addition to your family is here waiting for you. 106 South Peach Avenue, Marshfield

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Traveling The Globe and Inspiring Many BY BREANNA BUTLER PHOTOS BY LAURA SCHMITT HILLER In her senior year of high school, classmates voted Carrie Lippert as “most likely to leave town and never come back,” and though the Pittsville native has traveled extensively and lived throughout the country, thankfully for all here she continues to bring her talents back to central Wisconsin. A television host, writer, radio personality, and traveler, Carrie’s adventures have taken her everywhere from the Cu Chi Tunnels in Vietnam to the ancient remains of the Khmer Empire at Angkor Wat in Cambodia to the sunny beaches of Bali and Florida and back to her roots in the Midwest. With a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism, Advertising and Media Studies with a minor in Political Science from the University of WisconsinMilwaukee, Carrie uses her skills in media and passion for travel to produce travel tips, advice and guides. Started as just a hobby, Carrie’s travel blog now aims to prove that travel can be a part of anybody’s life, no matter how hectic or irregular. Read by thousands of people throughout the world, her goal is to inspire others. “I found blogging in college,” said Carrie. “I read blogs for a while and then decided to start my own as an outlet for me to get things out. It wasn’t until probably three years ago that I decided to start making it part of my career.” Since her first plane ride at age 7, Carrie has been in love with discovering different parts of the world. By the time she graduated high school, she had visited 40 U.S. states. It was also during high school that she began battling depression. 16 | YOU | WINTER 2016

“I got really skinny and really depressed,” she said of that time. “I would come home from college because I was having mental breakdowns.” What helped her through this time were travel, healthy living blogs and her dog, Gatsby. Her first international trip took her to Thailand, where she spent her 4-week winter break during Sophomore year of college visiting her brother. Since then she has been to Southeast Asia 3 times, flown around the world, and visited more than 10 countries. While moving throughout the country with her pro-baseball player fiancé, Casey Gillaspie, Carrie focuses on her writing career. When back home in Wisconsin (either visiting family or planning her upcoming wedding), her time is dedicated to television and radio hosting, something she became passionate about through internships, the first of which was at WDLB Radio in Marshfield after her Freshman year of college. “A couple of days a week, I would go into WDLB/WOSQ and Mike Warren would let me read some news on air. I was really bad,” she said. “But it was fun. With a station that small, he let me do everything right away. I was getting my feet wet.” College internships at Pettit National Ice Center, as a game host and public relations coordinator with Eau Claire Express Baseball (where she met Gillaspie) and as a game host and community relations assistant with the Pawtucket Red Sox cemented her love for media work.

Her enthusiasm with having a microphone in her hand started when her boss in Eau Claire noticed she liked to talk and handed her the mic. “That’s how it all started!” she said. “I would host some on-field stuff. Pretty soon I was loving it.” Using her go-getter spirit, she nabbed an internship with the Pawtucket Red Sox at a job fair in Nashville. “I packed up everything I owned in my little Ford Taurus, Gatsby was riding shotgun, and I drove across the country where I didn’t know anyone,” she said. “It took me a week or two, but I loved it. I made friends. I loved the people I worked with. By the time it ended, it was hard to leave. Boston was an amazing experience.” In her final semester of college, after sending her resume to every station in Milwaukee, she scored a job with CBS affiliate WISN-12. “It was the best experience,” said Carrie of her six-month internship. “I was at Miller Park covering Brewer games, in the dugout, on the field.” The born-andraised Yankee fan interviewed Derek Jeter, attended a media only press conference when the Bucks were sold and covered Marquette as well as UW-M games while still in college. “I was having the time of my life,” she said. After the summer, back in Central Wisconsin, Carrie reconnected with WDLB. Warren introduced her to Marshfield Community Television, where she now hosts programs on

a regular basis and has won awards for her work. Carrie credits her success to her Christian faith, many mentors, and her parents, Jerry and Mary Ann Lippert. “My parents are awesome. They are the hardest-working people I know,” she said. “Their hard work is definitely inspiring.” She added that it’s her parents’ advice that helped her through the tough times. “I’ve been really lost and I’ve not always known what to do, but I’ve always done SOMETHING,” she said. “When you’re stuck and don’t know what to do, help someone else. Do something, do anything.” She added that the key is to find a passion and then find a way to make money doing it. “This was something my dad always told me and that’s what I’ve tried to do,” she said. A voracious reader, dog lover, and proud daddy’s girl, with a passion for craft beer and Christ, Carrie’s goals include more traveling and creating positive messages in print and on-air. Follow Carrie online at www. CarrieLippert.com. View some of Carrie’s television programs at www.MarshfieldTv. com.

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HELPING OTHERS Lead Healthy Lives BY KARLA SWITA PHOTOS BY SERENA SBLENDORIO

Sarah Agena might be a nutrition expert but she loves to eat Gardetto’s, peanut butter M & M’s and Elegant Farmer paper bag apple pies. “I don’t think anyone should eliminate what they truly love from their diet as they’ll end up binging on that food at some point. If we eat these foods in moderation, we’ll feel more satisfied and stick to healthy eating habits,” said Agena, owner of Flexible Nutrition Solutions of Stevens Point. The registered dietician teaches her clients healthy eating habits with an approach that avoids deprivation. “Most people know what they need to do to eat healthy, but they need the accountability and for someone to tell them that cutting back a little will pay off in the long run,” said Agena, 38. Denny Peterson of Waupaca found success after nine months of working with Agena. Although learning about proper nutrition and portion sizes was instrumental to his loss of 35 pounds, it was Agena’s supervision that kept him focused on reaching his goals. “I knew that when I met Sarah things were going to change. Now I had to be accountable,” said Peterson. Nearing 60, he exercised regularly but wasn’t getting the results he wanted. A personal trainer recommended that he looked into nutrition counseling as the other 18 | YOU | WINTER 2016

I don’t think anyone should eliminate what they truly love from their diet as they’ll end up binging on that food at some point. If we eat these foods in moderation, we’ll feel more satisfied and stick to healthy eating habits.” - Sarah Agena side of the fitness equation. Agena, who has a Master of Science degree in exercise science from Northern Michigan University, taught Peterson that it’s alright to fail once in a while but not to quit. “Sometimes you go in and get on the scale and realize that instead of going down, you’ve gone up,” he said. “Sarah is very positive and encourages you to keep going.” Part of Agena’s service is taking

clients grocery shopping and showing them how to read labels and make healthier selections. “You really can eat a lot of food if you eat the right food,” said Peterson, who lost four pounds just by eating healthy snacks more frequently throughout the day. “Once I understood what I had to do, it really wasn’t that painful.” Agena is passionate about leading people to better health with simple solutions that realistically fit into their lifestyles. “If someone cuts their soda consumption by one can a day, they can lose one to two pounds a week,” she said. Meeting clients on their terms is how she does business. “Everybody is different. That’s where Flexible Nutrition Solutions come in. I’m flexible and adapt to each person’s needs.” So, if you’re a wine lover, yes you can have that glass of wine. If beef is your favorite meat, Agena said that lean and small portions are the way to go. In fact, she’s a consulting dietitian for Wisconsin Beef Council where she works with other health professionals to teach consumers about beef nutrition. Additionally, she’s a consultant for Wisconsin Potato and Vegetable Growers Association and Childcaring, Inc. Here, she works one-on-one with

family and group child care providers on their physical activity and nutrition curriculum. “I’ve been a very independent person and owning my own business has allowed me to venture out of the typical nutrition role to serve as a consultant,” said Agena. Empowering clients to make better choices even after they don’t need to meet regularly is the foundation of Agena’s long-term plans. “I always try to let people pick their own goals at their own pace because a lifestyle change is the end goal,” she said. When people make the connection that they have control over their diets, they typically have the will power to continue healthy patterns. Agena described a client who used to drink a case, yes a case, of Mountain Dew a day and eat fast food for one meal a day. She was overweight and complained of fatigue, hair loss and bad skin. Her initial goals were to cut back half of the soda and eat fast food two to three times weekly. After her symptoms started improving, she eventually eliminated soda altogether and eats fast food only once a month. “She’s at her goal weight, feels better and her hair and skin look great,” said Agena. Since 2012 when she opened her doors next to Flexible Fitness Soultions, Agena has been making the community healthier one body at a time. Outside of work, she enjoys the outdoors, especially by mountain biking, and visiting family in her hometown of Hales Corners, Wisconsin. WINTER 2016 | YOU | 19

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THE STORY OF ME BY ELIZABETH MESSNER

PHOTOS BY MARIE WALKOWSKI

It’s been said that our biggest demons are our greatest gifts. So, as means of my making good on my promise to repay him, I feel I owe it to God to do so in exchange for him having saved me from myself so many times. The irony in the fact that I find myself in the role of Executive Director of the YWCA leaves me no other option than to share my story in the hopes that someone can benefit from it. Make no mistake, I benefit too by the mere fact that I can share it with a sense of pride rather than regret. To the extent that someone reads this and sees a bit of themselves, I am happy. In my late 20’s I encountered a major shift in my life as the result of a simple conversation. I say simple because of its delivery but it was monumental in its effect. Up until that time I was very much a shell of a young woman. I had very low selfesteem and little confidence in myself, if any. I had perfected the image of having my act together so that no one would truly see me or my struggle. I associated with people who had exaggerated personalities and even bigger egos to hide behind them so that no one would have any expectation of me. I felt I had nothing to offer. Very few ever knew but inside I was in shambles. I made many mistakes, broke many hearts, often times my own. I moved across the country numerous times on a whim, held a litany of jobs, wasted thousands of dollars and ultimately sabotaged any semblance of stability or direction in my life. I was lost and didn’t even know what I didn’t know. To say that I was unhappy would be an understatement. I wanted anyone’s life but my own. I couldn’t stand myself and was pretty sure that no one else could either. At a horrible yet beautiful time in my life, my path crossed with that of a former acquaintance whose parents I happened to be visiting at the time. Years ago, he had been one of those exaggerated personalities to which I was drawn. I saw something in him that I had never seen before, a peace or perhaps just an ease of being that I had never witnessed in him prior. At that same time, he saw in me a pain that I could no longer contain. I weighed all of 100 pounds. My skin was yellow and my hair was falling out. I was sure that I was dying and I didn’t really care. We sat across from each other on two twin beds for what seemed like 20 minutes but was actually until sunrise the next day. It was a pretty simple conversation to which I truly credit with saving my life. While a mere paragraph can’t do that conversation justice, what I came away with that morning was the realization that nothing I claimed to be, believe in, stand for, or even like was authentically my own. Everything from my political and religious beliefs to my opinion about my intelligence, my endless pursuit of perfection, my idea of what was beautiful and worthy, and what I felt that life had in store for me was a product of someone else’s opinion, belief, or expectation. I was empty, 20 | YOU | WINTER 2016

or as I chose to see it, a blank canvas. Until that time, I had viewed my entire life through someone else’s lens. But I found mine that day and my world shifted. I felt as if a window had been opened for me so I flung myself out of it as if my house was on fire. I began devouring books of all kinds when I had previously only read if I had to. I was vocal about my opinions that suddenly I allowed myself to have. I questioned everything. I no longer laughed because everyone else did nor did I smile because my not doing so made someone uncomfortable. I established boundaries as to how much ignorance and arrogance I would entertain and taught myself to walk away if that boundary was breached. I learned that I was smart. Having attended college years before (if you could call it that) and flunked out, I returned years later to complete my degree and was on the Dean’s List for 2 years. I taught myself Algebra in order to test out of the class

to graduate. Years prior, I had been told that I was an “English person” and that perhaps I should simply drop my math class. Sadly, then, I believed it. I now spoke at conferences for non-traditional students who looked to me (me!) for advice. I felt empowered and full of potential and I was breathing deeply for the first time that I could remember. Since that time, many opportunities have come to me as a result of my new found mindset. I have had huge successes and stifling setbacks. As I welcomed them, my arsenal of abilities grew. I now embrace life for the wonderful, stressful, funny, messy and beautiful experience that it is. I know that I and I alone have the ability to choose what it means to me. And, what I know for sure is that I wouldn’t be who I am today, the mother, the daughter or the friend that I am to people in my life had I not been blessed by that conversation. So now I find myself within the walls and behind those glorious, red

doors of the YWCA, doors that have opened to so many as a resource, as a springboard, and as a haven, where the driving mission is to empower women. Ironic, perhaps. Meant to be, I think so. The brimming potential excites me. The opportunity to connect with women and young girls with whom I might share a common thread is what gets me out of bed in the morning and eager to have a conversation. How can we help? What can we do together as a community to influence change in women’s lives? I have a wonderful group of women with whom I work, who like me, are rich with experience and passion and I am grateful for the opportunity to connect, empower and to be empowered by the process. Share with us your ideas, your shortcomings and your desires. Together we can make a difference in each other’s lives and in our children’s lives. Let’s have a conversation!

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Personal Life Struggle With Self-Esteem Helps Others Find Theirs BY KARLA SWITA PHOTOS BY MARIE WALKOWSKI CLOTHING PROVIDED BY ISAAC’S FINE APPAREL As the new executive director of Wausau’s YWCA, Elizabeth Messner, 50, wants to increase the nonprofit’s initiatives to empower women with programs that incorporate self-esteem building. “If you think about it, so many of the services and resources that are available to women in need happen as the result of some tragedy or someone being broken,” Messner said. “Wouldn’t it be wonderful if you could intercept that path so that they didn’t have to be devastated or at a complete loss before care or nurturing or assistance was extended.” YWCA programs that educate women on taking greater control of their lives can offer solutions to managing problems before they snowball. A new workshop aiming to do this for teenage girls is purposefully called BeYOUtiful. It focuses on body image and self-esteem, while teaching coping mechanisms for dealing with anxiety and depression. Messner, a Chicago native, is no stranger to growing up with low selfesteem. In fact, it wasn’t until nearly age 30 that she even liked the person looking back at her in the mirror. “I lied to myself for years, from what I should look like to how I should respond,” she said. From the outside, it appeared that she had it all together. But deep down, she was struggling to find her self worth. “Very few ever knew that inside I was in shambles,” she said. “I flunked out of college, moved across the country numerous times on a whim and held a litany of jobs.” Messner’s bumpy road to self-discovery eventually veered off when she felt emotionally and spiritually bankrupt. “I was completely broken and ready to hear something…anything,” she said. “I had an empowering, liberating conversation with an old friend that changed everything.” The friend emboldened Messner to be honest about the thoughts and opinions that she had of herself, and consider

exploring other avenues that could lead to new opportunities. Second Chances Started With Education Getting back on track at 30, Messner returned to college as a non-traditional student and earned a Bachelor or Arts degree from Southern Illinois University. She moved to Bozeman, Montana, a city that stole her heart during a previous visit, and sold large tracts of land and undeveloped property for recreational use. Success led her to transferring with the real estate company to Tennessee and West Virginia, where she started her own business. When the economic tide receded in 2008, Messner decided to sell her company. “My good fortune there was limited and I wanted to raise my son who was five at the time in the Midwest.” Today the single mom of two teen boys is focused on sharing her experiences with others who are seeking direction. She’s quick to recall the person who showed compassion when she was at her lowest point and is determined to pay that forward. “I feel I owe it to God to do so in exchange for him having saved me from myself so many times,” she said. Along with her staff and board of directors, Messner is revitalizing the YWCA. Laura Cynkar, youth program and facility coordinator, is helping with the organization’s outreach as she visits area elementary and middle schools to present an anti-bullying and diversity program that encourages real life interactive discussions. She lived in Boston and Chicago before returning home to Wausau. “The YWCA is going to flourish as Elizabeth and all of us here continue to strive to be better each day and get our name back out into the community,” she said. In October, local ladies had the chance to kick up their heels at the YWCA’s Mom Prom to benefit domestic violence

prevention programs. Becky Roberts, funding and events coordinator, worked on the fun formal that included The Purple Purse Challenge and a donation to the Women’s Community of Wausau. “There is a great energy happening here and Elizabeth has been the catalyst for that,” said Roberts. “We’re here to support her in the initiatives she has created, as well as work as a dynamic team to come up with new programs and enhance existing ones.” After some restructuring last year, the YWCA child care center is going strong. “Our child care should be celebrated for not only what it offers to parents in the area, but also for giving us the ability to continue furthering our mission of empowering women and eliminating racism,” Roberts said. For Messner, guiding women to reach their fullest potential all starts behind the iconic red doors on Grant Street. “It’s an exciting time here at the YW,” she said. “Women don’t often sing their praises enough. We’re going to stand up and pat ourselves on the back for the organization that we are currently and the organization that we can become.” Programs Taking Flight At The YWCA Girls Out of The Box – focuses on overcoming challenges, establishing goals, team building and challenging stereotypes to incorporate science and technology. BeYOUtiful - a workshop to teach teenage girls to embrace their individuality, focusing on body image, self-esteem, and offers coping mechanisms for dealing with anxiety and depression. The Well - a women’s forum brings together a diverse offering of input designed to inspire, educate and empower area women. For more information on these or other offerings of the YWCA, call 715-842-3381 or visit www.ywca.org. WINTER 2016 | YOU | 23

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Carrying on a family tradition of health and wellness Katrina Hittner is part of the third generation of owners at Family Natural Foods in Wisconsin Rapids. What begin as a feed and grain business opened by Hittner’s grandfather Frank in 1946 has evolved into a natural health food store focusing on promoting family wellness. “My grandfather started realizing early on that animals were eating healthier than humans,” Hittner said. “He was always a person who could see the future. He started introducing more health foods into the store and always had cod liver oil, vitamins, oat bran and things like that on the shelf.” Hittner’s father Mike, an active member in the community, purchased the business located at 910 W. Grand Avenue in 1982 and expanded the health food lines. Strong advocates for health and wellness Hittner and her brother Stephen took over the business in 2014. Their sister Zanna also is involved with the store. “I had a good role model with my father,” Hittner said. “We saw how involved he was in the community and now we get to play off of that as the third generation. He laid down some great ground for us.” Wellness education and connecting with the community are important aspects of the business for Hittner who obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in health and wellness and a minor in nutrition and adventure education from the University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point in 2012. While in college a practicum at a children’s weight loss camp in North Carolina and an internship with the newly formed Central Rivers Farm Shed program in Stevens Point helped broaden her interest in incorporating all aspects of wellness education and preventative health into the community. “I’ve always loved health and wellness,” she said. “I realized in college I loved community health. I focused a lot of my time and energy on that people connection.” As an intern with the Central Rivers Farm Shed program Hittner helped to develop a monthly Community Potluck series which emphasizes locally grown foods. The non-profit agency which serves Portage, Wood, Marathon and Waupaca Counties works to connect people with various nutrition projects. “I did a little bit of everything there,” Hittner said. “I knew I wanted to work

in a community setting rather than a corporate setting.” Returning to the family business as co-owner of Family Natural Foods Hittner concentrates on several areas of wellness education including physical, spiritual, career, environmental, social, intellectual and emotional health. “Our mission is to educate the community on health and wellness,” she said. “I work in preventative health. I love to prevent things from happening.” Family Natural Foods carries full lines of natural and organic grocery items, teas and locally roasted coffee, locally produced meats, eggs, fruits and vegetables and dairy products, herbal supplements and vitamins, essential oils, cosmetics and other health aide products. With health and wellness education as its primary goal the store, celebrating its 70th anniversary, presents speakers, workshops and seminars on related topics throughout the year. The shop also offers informational materials including books, magazines and brochures. Lee Ann Gotz, 78, of Wisconsin Rapids has been a customer of the health food store since it opened. “My mother got the family started going there for supplements,” she said. “I like going into the store, I feel like family.” Gotz an avid baker stocks up on flour and baking supplies, toiletries such as toothpaste and mouthwash, along with health supplements and vitamins on a weekly basis. “They have everything from cosmetics and foods to dairy and

breads,” Gotz said. “I think they have everything you could want.” Gotz also visits the store for health information and enjoys buying magazines and books to find new products and recipes. “We always learn something when we come in,” Gotz said. An avid gardener Gotz believes in healthy eating and often stocks up on the local produce dropped off by area farmers. “In summer they are bringing in fresh vegetables,” she said. “Today I bought a bag of blended greens.” The store serves various soups and salads in its Great Expectations series each Tuesday and Thursday and is a community drop off site for two local CSA’s. “It’s fun to see how it’s come full circle,” Hittner said. “My grandfather worked in feed and grains and we keep bringing it back to the farmers. We have only local produce here.” Active in the community Hittner continues to volunteer with the Central Rivers Farm Shed and serves

with the Encourage Community Foundation. Hittner along with friends and family are working on plans to develop a fitness space tentatively planned for Demitz Park in Wisconsin Rapids. The outdoor recreation area will feature outdoor fitness equipment such as pull up bars and stretching posts. “We try to stay connected with the community and people wanted more recreational opportunities in the city,” Hittner said. Married to husband Jason Wendt the couple is expecting their first child in mid March. In her free time Hittner enjoys fitness, the outdoors, reading and traveling. Her travels have taken her to Europe, Japan, China, New Zealand and most places in the United States. “I love to travel,” she said. “I was fortunate growing up in a family that traveled and we went on trips abroad. When I travel I like to check out the local health food stores. I’m always thinking about that.” With the help of technology, social media an interest in sustainable agriculture and local food sources Hittner is noticing a younger clientele visiting her store. “Over all younger people have been interested in health than in the past,” she said. “Typically it was people age 40 and up and now I’ve noticed a lot of people in their 20’s.” Family Natural Foods is open Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information phone 715-4233120 or visit www.familynaturalfoods. com or check out Family Natural Foods on Facebook. WINTER 2016 | YOU | 25

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FESTIVAL OF TREES. Check out the beauty of over 100 decorated Christmas trees at Stoney Creek Inn in Rothschild (1100 Imperial Avenue, Rothschild). Children can even visit with Santa and tour his workshop. The general viewing hours are November 23 from 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. (with a senior stroll from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.), November 24 from 1 p.m. – 5 p.m., November 25 from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., November 26 from 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. and November 27 from 12 p.m. – 3 p.m. The proceeds will benefit programs at Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services.

SNOWSHOE WALKS IN THE GARDEN.

You’ll absolutely adore luminary lit snowshoe walks in the snow at the Monk Botanical Gardens (1800 North First Avenue, Wausau) on November 26, December 23 and January 6 from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. There will be a campfire along with hot refreshments and there are snowshoes available to rent.

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WINTER FEST.

Enjoy a day full of free activities at the 400 Block from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. on January 28. There will be horse drawn carriage rides, live owls, ice sculptures, a snow slide, ice skating, art projects, cupcake decorating, dog weight pulling competition, hot chocolate and so much more.

MARSHFIELD SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY.

Join the fun in downtown Marshfield to be a part of a national effort to promote locally owned businesses in neighborhoods across the world. There will be one day promotions and exciting deals on November 26.

REINDEER DAY.

Here’s your chance to meet Mr. and Mrs. Claus along with their reindeer on December 10 in downtown Marshfield. They will be available from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. and enjoy hot chocolate, cookies as well as all the holiday cheer!

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Skip, walk or run through the Rotary Winter Wonderland lights On December 10! There will be mass amounts of holiday music, holiday lights and of course chocolate. The race route is 3.32 miles and will start at the Chestnut Center for the Arts (208 South Chestnut Avenue, Marshfield). Registration is at 3 p.m. and the race will begin at 4 p.m. A portion of the proceeds will support the Marshfield Sunrise Rotary Club’s annual program of local and international projects, including clean water for those around the world without it. If you pre-register before November 27, the cost will be $25 compared to $30 if you pre-register after November 27.

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Bundle up for this run/walk on December 3 at noon at the YMCA (1000 Division Street). Decide between the chip timed 5 mile or 10 mile run and a non-competitive 5 mile walk. Pre-registration and check in will be on December 2 from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. Race day registration and check in will be between 9 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. The 5 and 10 mile road races will begin at noon and the 5 mile walk will begin at 12:01 p.m.

Feel the creative energy at the UWSP-Carlsten Art Gallery (Noel Fine Arts Center) from 7 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. on February 4. Tickets are $50 in advance and $75 at the door. There will be an art sale, dance as well as theatre performances, dance party, complimentary hors d’ oeuvres as well as desserts, complimentary wine as well as beer and a cash bar. You’ll be able to purchase original artwork and expressive attire is encouraged.

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This is the perfect event for the entire family on January 21 22 at the Holiday Inn Hotel & Convention Center (1001 Amber Avenue). There will be a convention center full of trains and even a hands on Thomas the Tank Engine layout for the children. The hours are 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. -4 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets are $4 for adults, $2 for ages 11 to 17 and free for ages 11 and under.

Be a part of the celebration and holiday parade from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. on November 23 in downtown Wisconsin Rapids. The parade will start at JCPenney’s parking lot, cross the Grand Avenue bridge and will end at 4th Street. Visit Santa while enjoying hot cocoa and cookies at Hotel Mead (451 East Grand Avenue) after the parade.

Take time out of your busy schedule for breakfast with Santa, cookie decorating, tractor wagon rides, fireworks, a craft show and so much more on December 3 from 8:30 a.m. – 7 p.m. The hometown Christmas parade will begin at 5:15 p.m. at the Nekoosa library and will end at Goodfellas in downtown Nekoosa. Please visit wisconsinrapidschamber.com/events for more information on all the festivities.

MEMORY CAFE.

Lean on each other’s shoulders to make a positive difference on December 2, January 6 and February 3. It will go from 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. and there is no cost to attend (490 East Grand Avenue). This group offers support to those with early stage dementia, mild memory loss or cognitive impairment. Family and friends of those affected are invited to join for camaraderie, information gathering, refreshments and great conversation.

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Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Beat eggs, mix in sugars, salt, spices and lemon zest. Add the pumpkin and either the cream or evaporated milk. Pour into pie shell. Bake at 425 degrees for 15 minutes then lower temp to 350 degrees and bake for an additional 45 to 55 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.

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10 Fresh Ideas For Slow Cooker Pulled Chicken And Pork BY ALISON LADMAN Lots of people love their slow cookers. Just as many folks don’t. We tend to be in the latter group. Not because we don’t appreciate the dump-and-go convenience. And we certainly enjoy being greeted at the end of the day by delicious smells before we’ve even taken off our coats. Our objections come down to taste and texture. Too many slow cooker recipes taste just like every other slow cooker recipe, no matter what the ingredients. And after bubbling away for so many hours, most recipes end up with that justshy-of-mush texture. No thanks. So we decided to see whether we could come up with a stack of slow cooker recipes that didn’t sacrifice ease, but satisfied our need for variety. Our inspiration? Barbecue pulled pork and chicken. The process is simple. You start with 30 | YOU | WINTER 2016

either boneless, skinless chicken thighs or country-style pork ribs or rib chops. Throw them in the slow cooker with a handful of aromatics and a flavorful liquid. Put your cooker on low and head off to work. When you get home from work, you’ll have a tender meat ready to shred and turn into an easy dinner. 10 THINGS WITH SIMPLE CROCK POT SHREDDED MEAT No time for a slow cooker? Combine all the ingredients plus an extra 1/2 cup of liquid in a large saucepan. Simmer, covered, for 1 hour, then proceed with the recipe. Start to finish: 4 to 5 hours on high, 8 to 10 hours on low Servings: 4 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced 1 cup white wine, low-sodium chicken broth or apple cider

1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or country-style pork ribs or rib chops 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns 2 bay leaves 1 tablespoon Italian herb mix 1 teaspoon kosher salt In a 4-quart slow cooker, combine the onion, liquid of choice, meat of choice, peppercorns, bay leaves, Italian herbs and salt. Cover and set to cook on low for 8 to 10 hours, or on high for 4 to 5 hours. The meat is ready when it is fork tender and falls apart easily. Remove and discard the peppercorns and bay leaves. Shred the meat using 2 forks, discarding any fat or bones. Use the meat in one of the following dinner ideas: • Quesadillas: Drain any extra liquid from the meat. Spread over large tortillas, sprinkle with shredded cheese, black olives, scallions and

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Green Tree Natural Food Market Open In Rapids STORY & PHOTO BY CAITLIN SHUDA WISCONSIN RAPIDS – Liz Umlauf grew up watching her mother’s struggle with cancer intensify the more she ate foods that contained chemicals and preservatives. That experience sparked a passion to learn how food can influence health and ultimately inspired a new market in Wisconsin Rapids. Liz and her husband Joe recently opened Green Tree Natural Food Market in Wisconsin Rapids. They stocked the store full of produce, drinks, snacks, cleaning supplies, beauty supplies and more, but customers will never find preservatives, pesticides, dyes, hormones or any artificial colors or flavors on the shelves.

You’re either going to pay on the front end, or at the doctor, so our philosophy is prevention. - Liz Umlauf “We vet the products, and we search every label and check every ingredient,” Umlauf said. “If people are concerned and reading the labels as they

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shop, we’re doing that for them.” As Umlauf watched her mother struggle with her health, she always wanted to raise her voice and promote good food. “You’re either going to pay on the front end, or at the doctor, so our philosophy is prevention,” Umlauf said. The store sells gluten-free, vegan and dairy-free products. Umlauf said they try to accommodate customers with allergies, ADHD, autism and other health issues that can come with dietary restrictions. Green Tree is more than a grocery store. Umlauf wants to be a resource for people in the community by providing affordable meal suggestions and teaching people more about food. If people have health questions, or want to learn how certain foods interact with their bodies, the Umlaufs are happy to share their expertise or help find an answer. “We’re glad to steer you in the right direction,” Umlauf said. If customers have suggestions or requests, the Umlaufs are open to researching and adding new products, as long as they don’t include any of the ingredients on their list of forbidden items. For more information, or to learn which ingredients are not allowed in the store, visitgreentreenaturalfoodmarket.com, call 715-712-3555 or find Green Tree Natural Food Market on Facebook. Green Tree Natural Food Market is next to Jimmy John’s at 2020 Eighth St. S. in Wisconsin Rapids.

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omestic violence is far reaching and has longterm effects. It is on us, as a community, to help stop the abuse that destroys too many lives. There is a link between domestic abuse and alcohol and other substance abuse. We must be clear that though it is correlated not causal. Using violence and abuse to control and manipulate someone is a choice. Too many people want to use substance abuse as an excuse for behavior. We must be clear that when dealing with abusive people who also have alcohol or other drug abuse issues, we are dealing with two issues, and both need to be treated. We also must recognize that alcohol and drug addiction for victims often comes as a result of trying to endure the abuse, or their abusive partner got them addicted. Recognizing and stopping abusive behavior is possible and is a choice if someone wants to stop. Violence and abuse is always a choice and people can choose otherwise. Research tells us that boys who grow up in homes where their fathers are abusive to 34 | YOU | WINTER 2016

their mothers are 10 times more likely to become abusive; but this is not a destiny. There are thousands of adult men who grew up witnessing violence who chose otherwise. They do not hurt people they claim to love, and they learned to respect their partners as equals. The ACES research tells us that witnessing abuse and violence as a child has long-term consequences and affects the health and quality of life of people as they grow into adults. The more we can prevent children from traumatic experience in childhood, the better the long-term health and vitality we have in our community members as adults. The Women’s Community provides ongoing, critical support services for victims, though victims need support in many other ways. There are several other community supports that exist to help victims survive and ultimately thrive, and that there are services to help offenders learn alternative ways of living if they want to live without hurting others. These services are available to all who need them in our community.

Domestic violence knows no boundaries; it permeates every sector of our community. We often think that it a problem over there or with “those people” JANE E. GRAHAM JENNINGS but it affects EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE all of us. It is WOMEN’S COMMUNITY on us – each one of us- to take a stand to say no more. We need to raise our children in healthy hopes where they learn respect and love. We need to stop making excuses for those who use control and manipulation. We need to demand that victims are not blamed for what is being done to them. We need to provide victims will as many resources and support as possible. It is on us – our community – to stop domestic violence. To learn more about how you can help stop domestic violence, visit www.womenscommunity.org

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Candace Larsen is the mother of a 9 month old and is planning a wedding with her fiancée, David. She was nominated by her friend, Caitlin Schulz, who felt she deserved some time to relax with all that she has on her plate. “Candace does so much for her family and I know it can’t be easy to raise her son, Graham, while planning a wedding too!” Caitlin said. For a living, she provides special 36 | YOU | WINTER 2016

needs home care for her sister. Her father is having rotator cuff surgery soon and her mother is going through chemotherapy for colon cancer so Candace has really had to play a huge role in running both her own home as well as her parent’s home. She was very excited to be nominated for the makeover stating, “Thank you so much! I greatly appreciate this opportunity! It made my day!”

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After that, we did the tinting. We used light brown to coordinate with her hair color and to keep the transition from being too jarring. Tint is wonderful because it’s easy to keep it from getting too dark. You want your eyebrows to be just a little darker than your hair so it frames your face. MAKEOVER CONTINUED ON PAGE 40 >>>

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By April Onsager Candace is a very deserving mother for this makeover and I got the privilege of giving her a Swedish (relaxation) massage. Candace had massages in the past but never a full hour for her to focus on relaxing her body and mind. She has a lot of stress that she is dealing with right now. She is a caretaker for her sister, her mother is going through chemo therapy and soon her father will be having surgery. In addition to helping them, she is also raising her 9 month old son and planning a wedding. Candace was so appreciative of this op-

portunity to be able to fully relax and take care of herself. She was able to unload a lot of stress, anxiety and body tension in her session. She responded very well to the treatment and was even able to doze off here and there. When Candace first came to the appointment her mind was going a mile a minute and she wasn’t able to think about herself. It didn’t take long for her to fully relax and enjoy this massage. Her body was very tense and tight from all of the cortisol (stress hormone) running through it. Her back and neck just melted and she felt like a whole dif-

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Embrace Differences And Love Who You Are BY STARLA GOLIE Everyone has struggles they deal with on a regular basis and work to overcome them. At times struggles can help make us feel more empowered after learning how to deal with them the best we can. They can also bring us closer together as we learn we all have certain self-doubts and anxieties. Debbie Spiegel is an accomplished business owner and extremely talented cosmetologist. She owned her own salon for thirteen years while also struggling with a disability that many had no idea about. “I have a pretty severe reading disability. When I was taught all through grade school, I wasn’t tested until sixth grade. At that point when I was tested, I was reading between a first and second grader. I did get put into some reading programs but back then they weren’t the best. So most things in middle school and high school were all read to me. Now I’m a very strong listener and that’s just how I learn. Years ago, our society was more about picking up the phone and answering questions but its switched so much that it has actually gotten harder for people that have a reading disability,” she explains. Debbie grew up in the area and met her husband in high school. They were later married and decided Wausau would be the perfect community to raise their two children in. When they were raising their children, Debbie was adamant about making sure they received the necessary help when it came to reading since it’s important in today’s culture. If extra classes were needed, they made it happen. Now her son works for the Hayward DNR and cares for the elk herd there. Her daughter is in the

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process or earning her Master’s degree and is working with women who have been victims of abuse. She closed her business roughly five years ago and now she rents a chair so she can still do what she loves while working for herself. Plus she has more time to spend with her grandson as well as on painting and quilting. Whenever she comes across obstacles, she takes it in stride. “I just figure out a different way. That’s a big thing, if it doesn’t work the traditional way, you just figure out something else. It has always really worked for me,” said Spiegel. During her experiences, she has noted instances where people have become frustrated with her because they didn’t understand her disability. For those who read regularly, it can be hard to understand what she goes through on a daily basis. While some could find it discouraging, Spiegel doesn’t see it like that at all. “It just shows no matter what you have in front of you, there’s always something better on the other side. There’s always something that you can strive for. So I just never quit,” she continued. With her perseverance and many talents, she has become quite the success as well as an inspiration. “There’s always a lot of good things

Be true to yourself. It took me many years to realize, okay this is who I am. It’s not a bad thing, everybody is different. It would be so boring if we were all the same.” - Debbie Spiegel that come out of hard things. Over the years, I have gone through a bunch of hard times. Sometimes it’s swallowing your pride and reaching out and calling around to try to get help if you need it. There’s a lot of people out there willing to help. Sometimes you can’t always do it on your own, sometimes you need some support,” Spiegel elucidated. “I just never gave up, it was never anything I thought of. I don’t look back a lot, I look forward. I’ve always learned to try to look at the positive side because the day will end and another

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one will come. Lots of times you wake up in the morning and it’s an even better day.“ She emits confidence and optimism while encouraging others to embrace as well as love who they are as a person since we are all unique in our own ways. “Be true to yourself. It took me many years to realize, okay this is who I am. It’s not a bad thing, everybody is different. It would be so boring if we were all the same,” she said. Spiegel believes and I think many of us can relate, that we always seem to be our own worst critic. “It took me a while to realize that I am who I am and I have a lot to offer. Instead of hiding and worrying about people trying to figure out I can’t read or this or that, I decided that really isn’t important. I focus on what I am good at and we all have things that we’re good at. I don’t care who you are, there’s always something good in people. You just got to try and find it,” she mentioned with a smile. So instead of getting down on yourself about aspects of your life that you’re not completely satisfied with, remember you’re not in it alone. Our unique qualities make us that much more important in the grand scheme of things and being different is something that should be embraced as well as celebrated.

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Surviving Wisconsin Winters BY CAROL KNAUF, OWNER RAE BAXTER’S FASHIONS

Surviving winter in Wisconsin can be rough, however, that does not mean you shouldn’t look fashionable and stylish in your winter jacket. Your winter jacket is the one item in your wardrobe you are seen in the most during the winter season. It is the most important layer for facing winter. 44 | YOU | WINTER 2016

You need a winter jacket that can withstand bone chilling temperatures and keep you warm and dry, whether you wear your winter jacket in a snowstorm, walking outside on chilly days or commuting to and from work.

insulation is a high warmth-to-weight ratio, lightweight, compressible, long lasting and today’s down is washable. Synthetic insulation is water-resistant, still provides some warmth if wet and less expensive.

Selecting the right winter jacket is the first step, climate and environment are the second step and special treatments are the third step. A winter jacket is a garment that helps you withstand the cold, wind and snow. I’ll break down some of the different features and construction details to consider when considering purchasing a winter jacket.

Hoods have become an important feature on a winter jacket. It’s what helps protect you during stormy weather and provides extra warmth on very cold days. Not everyone likes having a hood, though, which is why most styles have detachable hoods, or places to stow the hood or zip into itself and become a neck buff or hoods that tuck away into the collar.

There are many different features available in a winter jacket, from warm pockets to removable hoods to high quality insulation. When it comes to insulation there are two options to consider: down or synthetic. Down

It’s freezing outside and you forgot your gloves, so you slip your hands into your winter jacket. Besides warmth and comfort, pockets protect your valuables. No one wants to lose their keys or cell phone in a snow

bank, so pockets with zippers are a very nice feature. A jacket should have a two way zipper which makes it easier to move in and get in and out of a car. And cuffs are great for trapping heat in and keeping precipitation out as well as providing protection from cold air. A winter jacket’s most important function is to keep you warm, whether you’re standing at the bus stop or shoveling the driveway in a snowstorm. Your winter jacket allows you to leave your home comfortable and warm on mornings that are below freezing and stay dry whether it’s snowing or blowing. Come into Rae Baxter’s Fashions and we will show you jackets with these features to help you survive our Wisconsin winters.

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Night Nurse Gets Day Of Pampering STORY AND PHOTOS BY SARI LESK

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Leitzke said she keeps her “getting

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Left to right: Salon Envy stylist Michelle Hetzel pushes back Beth Leitzke’s cuticles. Salon Envy stylist Michelle Hetzel uses a sugar scrub on Beth Leitzke’s hands. Salon Envy stylist Michelle Hetzel applies polish to Beth Leitzke’s nails.

Two Coats Of Turquoise Salon Envy stylist Michelle Hetzel gave Leitzke a manicure, starting off by preparing her nails. Hetzel softened and pushed back Leitzke’s cuticles to

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I have a family member who suffers from chronic pain.

How can I be supportive? The fact that you are asking the question is a great start. There are many ways you can offer support to someone who is in constant and chronic pain. First, understand that chronic pain is not just a symptom. Chronic pain can be debilitating and life-changing. Until recently, pain was considered an indication of an injury or illness. But, now we know a malfunctioning nervous system can create a vicious cycle of pain on its own. Chronic pain is real, invisible and unmeasurable. Your loved one may look healthy in every way but may be feeling unbearable pain. Even when there is no apparent reason or medical explanation, the pain is real. It’s not an exaggeration or a figment of his or her imagination. You can validate your loved one’s feelings by learning about chronic pain and pain cycles. Realize that chronic pain doesn’t just go away. Many people who suffer from chronic and painful conditions stop talking about them. But, that doesn’t mean the pain has disappeared. They may still experience pain but no longer see the value in expressing how they’re feeling. You may have to ask your loved one for an honest answer about his or her pain level. 52 | YOU | WINTER 2016

Understand your loved one’s feelings. It’s not uncommon for people dealing with unrelenting pain to feel discouraged, depressed, angry, frustrated or hopeless. Your loved one may want to participate in activities or family events, but may not be able to do so. People who suffer with chronic pain may feel isolated and unimportant. Recognize these feelings and help your family member work through them. Help them participate as much as possible -- even if it means using a computer for a virtual visit or outing. Make a list of things that your loved one can and cannot do around the house. Sometimes creating a list of household chores your loved one can accomplish during his or her less-pain-filled days produces feelings of empowerment and control. Delegating those tasks may also help lighten your workload while allowing your family member to feel like a contributing member of the household. Use the list as a flexible guideline, so there’s not the added pressure of a hard and fast schedule. Adjust to the unpredictability of chronic pain. While your loved one may have been able to walk around the block yesterday, he or she may not be able to get out of bed today. Chronic pain ebbs and flows. It presents a unique set of limitations and challenges each day. Enjoy the good days and try to be understanding on the days when chronic pain takes control. Be patient. Dealing with chronic pain is exhausting. It can make people irritable and negative. Don’t pity your loved one, but ask if he or she has the energy to talk or visit. Talk about family, experiences or even the latest television show. Talk about everyday life. Avoid the subjects of pain or pain relief. Your loved one wants to be valued and share life as much as possible. He or she does not want to be defi ned by pain.

You and your loved one can also join an online support group. Sometimes connecting with others who understand and experience similar challenges can be helpful and encouraging. Recognize and deal with your own frustration. Many times people who live with someone who experiences chronic pain assume the role of caregivers. They may feel guilty, burdened and stressed when they want to do things their loved one cannot. Talk about the issue together. Chances are he or she feels guilty, too. Choose a few activities that you can enjoy independently. It may be helpful for you to develop relationships with other caregivers who can offer suggestions that can make life a little easier. Encourage your loved one to see a pain management specialist on a regular basis. Pain management specialists understand how debilitating chronic pain can be. They will work with you and your loved one to limit the pain so you both can enjoy and experience life as much as possible. Pain management specialists can be a valuable resource in your quest for relief from chronic pain. Request an appointment, call the Bone & Joint Center at 800.445.6442.

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Returning To Work And Activities Outside The Home BY MARY DROSKE RN, BSN Public Health Nurse (Prenatal Care Coordination Program, Portage County Division of Public Health) and BRENDA MEILAHN, CD, CLS (WIC Nutritionist and Certified Lactation Consultant, Portage County Division of Public Health) Many Wisconsin women, in fact, 83.5%, initiated breastfeeding after their baby’s birth. And while many women intend to continue breastfeeding during their baby’s first year, by three months only 48% were exclusively breastfeeding, and by 6 months, the number further dropped to 21% (2011 statistics). A lot is happening in these months after birth. Women are transitioning from the early weeks of postpartum nesting where breastfeeding and baby care routines are being established to engaging in more activities outside the home and/or preparing to return to the workplace. Some women are not sure how they can fit breastfeeding in while shopping, traveling, and/or meeting the demands of their jobs. With a little preparation, however, the breastfeeding health benefits

to you and your baby can still continue. Some of the best things to know as a breastfeeding mother are your rights. Yes, rights! They can empower you to continue to breastfeed or to express your milk by pumping for as long as you desire. Here are a few of the most important ones. 1. Breastfeeding in public is legal and is protected by federal law. 2. Your health insurance plan must cover the cost of a breast pump. It may be either a rental unit or a new one you’ll keep. See https://www.healthcare.gov/coverage/breast-feeding-benefits/ for more information 3. The federal law called Break Time for Nursing Mothers (https://www.dol.gov/whd/nursingmother) requires companies with at least 50 employees to provide reasonable time and a private space to pump that is not a bathroom. The first law means that wherever you are (e.g. a store, museum or restaurant) and whenever your baby is hungry, you can nurse your baby. The only exception is a moving car, as it is required for your baby to be in a car seat. Many mothers prefer to use a clothing article that provides some privacy such as a shawl, scarf or nursing cover while breastfeeding in public, but it is not required. Mothers can also bring along their breast pump when going out without their baby for a longer period of time. To find a place private place designated for pumping wherever you may be, you can download the app www.momspumphere. A recent survey of women served by Women, Infant, Children Nutrition Program (WIC) and Prenatal Care Coordination (PNCC) in Portage County indicated that 58% did not know if their place of employment had a breastfeeding policy or place designated for breastfeeding or expressing breastmilk. A mother may stop breastfeeding because it just seems too difficult! Knowledge of the break time law can help women plan ahead while pregnant and ask their employer about breastfeeding accommodations to help ease the anxiety of returning to work after the baby is born. It is important to note that it is the responsibility of the

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employee (the woman) to approach her employer about breastfeeding or pumping accommodations. Once informed though, it is the employer’s responsibility to respond. Some suggestions that women have shared when they approached their employer include: • Writing an e-mail to the supervisor before discussing breast milk pumping in person to prevent catching the supervisor off-guard, especially if they may be uncomfortable with the topic. • Beginning the conversation in a professional manner, communicating that you value your supervisor’s input. An example is, “I’d like to talk to you about breast pumping and how together we can make this work.” • Preparing before your meeting with your supervisor, knowing the things you’ll need for a pumping area and preparing a sample breast-pumping schedule. An internet site such as www.workandpump.com has helpful tips to aid mothers when returning to work. Employers may not know how being “Breastfeeding Friendly” benefits their business. Directing them to the website https://www.womenshealth.gov/breastfeeding/business-case-for-breastfeeding.html can explain how businesses that support breastfeeding save money by cutting down on

health care costs, decreasing absenteeism and reducing employee turnover. Today more businesses are working on making the building they have accessible to a breastfeeding pumping room. Breastfeeding friendly workplaces offer milk expression breaks, a place to express milk and equipment such as a refrigerator to store expressed breastmilk. One of the most important things a workplace can provide, however, is a supportive environment where everyone, from supervisor to coworkers, encourage a woman to meet her breastfeeding goals. In Portage County there are many businesses and educational facilities that have lactation rooms. Recently, Stevens Point Area High School converted a space that is to be used exclusively for breastfeeding employees and students as a place to pump their breastmilk. If you would like to learn more about the business case for breastfeeding, please contact droskem@co.portage.wi.us or meilahb@co.portage.wi.us. For links to additional information on Breastfeeding, “LIKE” the Portage County Breastfeeding Coalition’s Facebook page. With knowledge and support, more mothers can fulfill the recommendation of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) to breastfeed their babies for the first year of life.

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The Just in Time Parenting e-newsletters were created specifically for online use, which allows for more colorful and attractive graphics. The JITP e-newsletter goes through age five, helping support you through the early years of your child’s life. They are distributed nationally through extension. You can trust the content to be research based and current as well as the delivery to be secure. Best of all, information that is specific to your child’s age is delivered directly to your e-mail. After you sign up you will receive a monthly e-newsletter which has up to date information appropriate for your child’s current age. In addition, you will receive quarterly emails from Wood County Parenting News (parentingnews@ co.wood.wi.us) with information and events specific to Wood County. Wood County UW-Extension and the Wood County Health Department are glad to work with you to make sure that you receive valuable information about parenting. Please take a minute to enroll in Just in Time Parenting….You’ll be glad you did! To start getting your FREE Just in Time Parenting e-newsletter, complete ONE of the following enrollment options: • Email your child’s date of birth, your email address and zip code to parentingnews@co.wood.wi.us • Text the keyword “healthy” to 55678 If you are currently enrolled in the Wood County Parenting News Program, you will be receiving a confirmation email from Just in Time Parenting. Remember to open the link and click on the link to confirm your JITP e-newsletter enrollment. Happy parenting!

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Breastfeeding Friendly Businesses BY AMBER FRANCE, MS, MPH, IBCLC NUTRITION & LACTATION PROGRAM SUPERVISOR WOOD COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT What You Should Know…

The Fair Labor Standards Act requires employers to provide accommodations for nursing mothers. It includes “a place, other than a bathroom, that is shielded from view and free from intrusion from coworkers and the public, which may be used by an employee to express breast milk.”

they return to work. To help eliminate this, women need support in the workplace. A business can actually profit from supporting their employees during breastfeeding.

Benefits To Employers Because Employees Who Breastfeed Will: • Miss less work because breastfed babies are healthier • Have lower healthcare costs • Feel supported at work and report higher productivity as well as loyalty

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Prevent Holiday Weight Gain BY RAQUEL NOWAK RAQUEL NOWAK

At the Y, we are committed to helping members and the community achieve and/or maintain their health goals during and after the holidays. Even those of us with superhuman willpower can find the holiday season to be a challenging time for our waistline. Whether it’s one, three or seven pounds, experience says that most of us will gain weight between now and New Year’s Day. We all know those pesky pounds don’t disappear along with the holiday decorations but it is possible to enjoy the holidays without packing up your healthy habits for the season. You can indulge in your favorite holiday foods and still make it to the New Year wearing the same size (or smaller!). Follow these simple tips to keep your calories and weight in check during the holiday season.

1. Prioritize your favorite holiday foods to eat in moderation and don’t waste your calories on foods you can eat at any time during the year. 2. Focus on foods loaded with protein and healthy fat first before turning toward carbohydrates. 3. Concentrate on socializing instead of snacking, there’s more to the holidays than just food! 4. Chew gum to keep your mouth busy and to decrease your cravings for sweet and salty treats. 5. Drink water before, during and after parties and meals to help you feel fuller ‘Tis the season of temptation so in addition to being mindful of what you’re eating, you can also strive to finish the year strong with some extra physical activity outside or at your local YMCA. Listed below are some breakeven workouts to help combat the effects of those

tempting holiday treats. Challenge yourself to finish strong this holiday season! Be realistic and don’t beat yourself up for indulging in the spirit of the season. Stay on track, enjoy your family as well as friends and don’t forget to celebrate all you’ve accomplished over the year. For additional holiday motivation that will keep you focused and accountable this season, sign up for a personal training session or attend a heart pumping workout. Check out a full list of classes and events at www.swcymca.org or by visiting your local YMCA. To learn more about the South Wood County YMCA contact Raquel Nowak, community development director at 715.818.6017, nowak@swcymca.org or visit www.swcymca.org for more information. For more information about additional activities or to learn more about the YMCA, call 715.887.3240 or visit www.swcymca.org.

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Mommy Needs Physical Therapy! BY KIMBERLY JOHNSON, PT, MS KIMBERLY JOHNSON, PT, MS

Having a baby can be really hard on a woman’s body, that’s a fact! I should know, considering I just delivered my third little darling 4 months ago. The process of creating life, delivering it into this world and then caring for and protecting it can take a very physical toll on a woman’s body. I treat a lot of women in the clinic dur-

ing pregnancy for things like sciatica, low back pain, and thoracic discomfort but as soon as that little bundle enters the world it seems like a momma’s body takes a backseat to every other daily demand. I find it so interesting and unfortunate, that in today’s society, we pay much more attention to the pregnant woman than we do to the post-partum

mom. Don’t get me wrong, carrying a baby for nine months is a huge physical feat but I truly believe there is an unrealistic expectation that women are immediately going to bounce back to feeling, acting and looking like they did prior to pregnancy. I see women of all ages for things like incontinence, core instability, poor pos-

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ture, back pain, neck pain and pelvic floor dysfunction. Frequently, when I really dig into their history, it stems back to physical neglect postpartum. I hear stories like this all the time: “my back pain began shortly after the birth of my second son,” “I started leaking when I cough sometime during my pregnancy and it never really went away” or “I think my SI joint started going out after the traumatic delivery of my daughter.” There is also a group of women who are left with acute physical disruptions postpartum. Some of these conditions include: pubic symphasis dysfunction or separation, sacroiliac dysfunction, diastasis recti and abnormal scar tissue formation after vaginal tearing or an episiotomy. I have also helped women resolve clogged breast ducts and mastitis in the clinic. Many of these conditions are presented as quite “normal” after birth but the fact is physical therapy can help conservatively resolve these disorders.

There are a variety of things that can be done in the clinic including exercise instruction, soft tissue massage, dry needling, joint mobilization, lifting instruction and postural education. Lifting mechanics can be hugely important for women after a c-section or a particularly long and arduous vaginal

birth. After my own first child’s birth, I was truly amazed at how a car seat containing one tiny little baby can feel so heavy and awkward to lift. As a mom, I am constantly reminding myself to use good lifting mechanics to get everyone in the car, nurse with good posture or engage my deep core when bending over to pick up my toddler. I feel very strongly that all women should be encouraged to attend at least 1-2 physical therapy sessions postpartum, whether or not they have pain. Treating with a preventative attitude, rather than a reactive approach, could save so much future discomfort and frustration. If you are pregnant, a new mom, or a not so new mom, consider setting up a physical therapy evaluation. I look forward to working with you! Kimberly Johnson, PT, MS Physical Therapy Associates Stevens Point, WI (715) 345-2797

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Society, having first been recruited to take updated photos of the animals. A photographer from a young age, even owning her own photography business at one point, Wilson has always been comfortable with a camera in her hands. “I like taking nature pictures,” she said. “I just take what I see. I could wait hours for a photo. I see something happen and then I wait for it to happen again.”

Her patience and skill is evident in the photos she takes. Most of the photos in the book were taken throughout the past year but Wilson continues to take snapshots for various greeting cards, postcards and other projects she does for the zoo. Earlier this year, Wilson was offered a free book through Shutterfly.com, an online service from which she orders her photo prints. With the goal of cre-

ating a tour of the zoo in book format that she could enjoy when she got older, Wilson placed photos of the animals and scenes of Wildwood on the pages. “I just did it for me,” she said. “I wanted to capture everything that I thought you could see here.” When the book arrived, Wilson said she got goosebumps. “It just looked so awesome,” she said. Normally her own biggest critic, Wilson was excited about the book and wanted to share it with others. After showing the publication to Zoological Society President Tom Buttke and Treasurer Brandi Reed, the store ordered twenty copies of the bookall of which sold out before the doors even opened, thanks to word of mouth. “It’s exciting that something I did and I created is helping the zoo,” said Wilson, who is happy that the book is helping more people enjoy and celebrate the zoo.

She has always been a fan of the zoo but it was her best friend Gloria Federwitz and Gloria’s brother, Rocky, who really inspired Wilson’s love for the facility. “In the last few years, I’ve lost them both,” said Wilson, adding that friend Carol Berg also is an inspiration. “Now, I’m doing my best friend’s dream. I’ve never dreamt I’d have so much joy from doing this.” Wilson wishes to thank Carol, Gloria and Rocky for their inspiration, adding that she’s eager to continue helping the zoo and is already considering creating more books. She encourages everyone to visit the Zoo Store to help support the zoo facility and its programming and events. “Everything we do here goes

back into the zoo,” she said. “We’re all volunteers.” Those interested in picking up a copy of their own can visit the Zoo Store or call Tom Buttke at 715-384-2261. Wilson’s greeting cards and postcards are also for sale at the store.

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What Happens When You Give Up Social Media BY TRACY HOUGUM, MS, EDS, CPCC, ACC REALIGN REDESIGN LIFE COACHING, LLC Part of what I have loved about that initial social media fast is the global buzz in my social circles. Now I will get messages from other people tapping out for periods of time and only being able to contact them directly by phone or email. These messages of intentionality ripple and impact more than just ourselves but also our families, coworkers and the strangers we actually look up from our phones to notice. So what did my social media respite teach me…how much time do you have? I learned to listen…to myself in addition to others. In coaching it is easy, you focus so strongly on your

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clients that the rest falls away and you pick up on things they can’t. You sense the real question that needs to be asked. I had been good at tuning into myself, however maybe not good enough and that is why I put the distraction of social media down. When I put the phone down, I held a mirror up to my health and well-being. I saw the eyes of my mother who died at the age of 46 from a heart attack. There were no goodbyes, no questions about symptoms, just cryptic pieces of things the doctor told us afterwards. Yet one day I saw his eyes again, during that social media purge. I was having a lovely dinner with friends. We were talking about heart health and a test called a coronary calcium scan. As we talked, I looked over and there sat the cardiac surgeon who worked on my mother 26 years ago. I sat up straight in my chair, thinking this was a sign and a blessed result of putting my phone down. I noticed, I connected and I called the clinic the

next day to schedule my appointment. What I learned as a result of that test was that I had calcium deposits in my arteries TRACY HOUGUM, M.S. ED.S, CPCC, ACC greater that 99% of women my age. The score itself got me a rushed appointment to a cardiac doctor and then a full blown heart catheterization. Luckily, a stent was not needed. But it confirmed that I have blockages already at my young age of 45. My cholesterol and blood work did not tell the true tale. All of my blood work was very healthy. Had it not had been for the coronary calcium scan the plaque would have continued to accumulate and add me to the silent killer list of the effects of heart disease on women. So I dutifully take my Lipitor and baby aspirin. I am embracing a Mediterranean diet on the advice of my heart doctor, which happens to thankfully include some red wine. So to all you women out there with heart disease in your family, call your clinic and pay the $99 that isn’t covered by insurance to get a coronary calcium score. It could save your life. I need to circle back to the listening, because putting social media away meant I connected deeper and listened to the feelings within me. Listening

The reason this has been so needed in my life is that over the past few weeks life threw our family a curve ball. Ten days into my newest month of mind-body-spirit challenges my father-in-law became very ill. I felt called to be with him and our family. I let day to day things drop away. Meals were what we could get fast and routines were gone. I replaced calorie tracking, workouts, thought out meals and meditations with what was needed in care, connection and holding space for decisions to be made. This amazing World War II veteran passed away encircled by a handful of the many who adored him. We saw him off to his next great place. My compassion flowed easily to him and those around him, yet self-compassion was just as important. When you open up your own ability to love and be kind to yourself, you free yourself to give that to other people. The challenges will always be there, it just depends how you are counting them. So this past month has been off, but yet just as it needed to be. Self-compassion keeps me from flooding my mind with the negative and self-judgmental thoughts that can take even the strongest woman out at the ankles. This month I am back to tracking calories, catching up on my journal, minding my heart as well as my head, walking with someone everyday and all those other things that keep me connected with myself and those around me. Sounds like the makings of a good month to come and I wish the same for you.

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and recognizing emotion is tough and I have used my time during and since the purge to connect with what I am really feeling. So many people stop themselves short by saying they are having a bad day, we are mad or sad about something. But what is really underneath? Many people don’t understand that anger is truly a secondary emotion that usually covers up something else like loneliness, unmet expectations, guilt, or plain fear. Missing true feelings gets masked as mindless eating, reality show watching, and yes, social media trolling. I have gotten very conscious of the emotions I hold, I journal about them and talk about them with some trusted members of my inner tribes. By showing my vulnerability with my own emotion, I give space to others to do the same. It isn’t always pretty but I’d prefer full on emotion to dampened down numbness that seeps out until you are sucked dry or ballooned out from excess calories. As for social media, there is no zing from it anymore. Somedays I am not on it at all. Other days I am only on it for a few minutes when my husband and kids are away. I have a new rule that I am not on social media when they are home. Now when I am, and later turn it off, I sometimes feel a sort of “ick” like I wasted time if I didn’t engage with someone as a result of a post. Recently we took a trip to Chicago where the nine year old never once asked for my phone. My daughter was allowed to take pictures on hers, which did turn into Snap Chats here and there. But no video gaming on devices occurred. Books were read and videos were watched on the long five hour drive each way. She nicknamed her brother Buster and was even caught holding his sweet nine-year-old hand without an eye roll. Was it easy? Nope, not at times. However, was it worth it? Yes, it helped my husband and I think about future trips with them. Over the past few months now I have taken up many different 30-day challenges and they continue. Even goofy ones are now set to be life long habits, such as daily flossing, journaling, menu planning, meditating, walking and tracking food on the MyFitnessPal app. I have looked long and hard at the amount of reading I do around the areas of self-help. This was spurred by a two day post-it note purge when I wrote down everything I do on postit notes for two days. Sometimes a frenzied mind can be relieved by just giving time and space to all of the stuff we as women do and try to hold in our heads. More on this on another day…it is truly an article and process of its own! Currently, I am waking in the early morning hours to meditate before my kids get up. Specifically, I am doing a guided loving kindness meditation by Dr. Kristen Neff. To try it free go to www.self-compassion.org. Take her self-compassion assessment, read her recommendations and find other meditations that might work for you. Dr. Neff is a premier researcher on Self-Compassion. I have learned a lot from her work and she has an amazing book called Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself. This should be required reading for anyone who thinks they have to have it all figured out, get it all done, and look amazing doing it.

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lease join us for the 6th Annual Altrusa Holiday Home Tour Friday, December 2nd, from 4-8 pm and/or Saturday, December 3rd from 10-2 pm. Advance tickets are $10 and can be purchased at Marshfield Area Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MACCI) or the Everett Roehl Marshfield Public Library until Thursday, December 1st or can be purchased for $15 at all featured homes the day of the event. Visit at your leisure and enjoy sites in any order you prefer. All profits are donated to local literacy projects including the Everett Roehl Marshfield Public Library projects and programs. HOME TOUR CONTINUED ON PAGE 72 >>>

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The home of Carolyn and Dr. James Opitz (M504 Cherry Street, Marshfield) is a Wisconsin Home built in 2005 in the Town of McMillan. It is nestled in the woods on 15 acres with a pond and mainly hardwoods with lots of wildlife and birds. The home was built with retirement years in mind. Main living area with the master bedroom and bath, kitchen, dining room, living room, family room and laundry room on the first floor and no steps. The living room has a vaulted ceiling which welcomes our 12 foot traditional (now artificial) Christmas tree for the holidays along with our10 foot Norfolk Pine which lives with us year round. The family room has a smaller wildlife tree along with the wildlife mounts on the wall provided by the hunter in the family. The plant room décor speaks to our travels around the world. Directions: Drive north from Marshfield on Highway 97 2-3 miles

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to Staadt Ave. (Just past Seehafer farm and Creamery). Turn left on Staadt to Cherry St. (second road on the right) Turn right on Cherry. We are the first driveway on the right. The home of Wanda and Joe Humphrey (8176 Richfield Drive, Marshfield) was built by Simington Construction LLC. It is an insulated concrete form type of construction. All exterior walls are poured into insulated forms on-site. The interior flooring is mostly concrete which has been stained, polished and imprinted with a custom design. The ceiling height in the great room is 23 feet. The stone work (interior and exterior) is cultured concrete stones. Most of the home’s furniture are turn of the century usable antiques collected by Wanda while they lived in Brussels, Belgium. A couple of pieces are not meant to be used, please observe the signs. In the great room there is a large china cabinet that was purpose-built for a Belgian attorney in 1820 as part of a twelve seat dining room suite. It was split from the rest of the suite because it was too tall to fit in the new owner’s residence. The upstairs bedroom suite and the armoire on the loft is from Great Britain and is estimated to date to 1880, it is also thought to be in the style of Louis the 16th. The candelabra is an early 1920 Dutch design. A few pieces were collected locally in the thriving antique market in Central Wisconsin. Porches and sidewalks, the front and rear decks are stamped and stained concrete. The rear

deck has frost walls sunk to 48 inches to prevent winter heaving. The sunroom was added in 2014. The home will be decorated in traditional Christmas style with their life’s collection of special ornaments. There are many small pieces from the German Queen of Christmas, Käthe Wohlfahrt, most were acquired in the Rothenburg ob der Tauber location while others are special family pieces. The home of Connie and Gary Koehler (11650 North Galvin Avenue, Marshfield) is a 70’s ranch and is adorned with many of their own original hand painted holiday creations. It is also uniquely displayed with a variety of brightly themed Christmas trees. They share a love for making their home warm and inviting for family and friends Directions: Head east on North Central to Doege which runs into Becker Road. Continue north past Marshfield Senior High School turning right onto Galvin Avenue. It is located a quarter of a mile on the east/left side of the road. The home of Tina and Dr. David Cleveland (1919 Wildflower Drive, Marshfield) this Prairie style home was built in 2014 by Gene Hill Construction. The goal was to downsize and reorganize their space to fit their current lifestyle. The home features an open concept with multiple ceiling heights and finishes including coffered ceiling in the

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“We wanted it to stay light and airy,” she said. “It’s nice to have neutral colors because they don’t have to paint over it so often when they get sick of the color and decorating is easier. The furniture will provide the accent colors.”

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An engineered wood floor throughout the open space replaced vinyl flooring in the kitchen and carpeting in the living room. Pendant lights replaced recessed canned lights over the kitchen island to provide extra lighting. The three pendant lights have clear glass shades with a pebbled texture. “The homeowners were very pleased with the end result after they got to see how wonderful it turned out,” Haumschild said. Two bathrooms in the home were also updated as part of the remodeling project.

The focus of the room is on the fireplace.” - Sara Haumschild

Helpful decorating hint: When hanging side panels on windows it’s important not to hang the panels too low, Haumschild said. She suggests placing the valance right in the middle of the space from the top of the window trim to the ceiling height. “It’s the halfway point and you want

your eye to look up,” she said. “It gives windows a grander appeal, especially for shorter windows.” Curtain panels may have to be lengthened and are not always available

in longer lengths, she said. “Sometimes it can be difficult for people to find,” Haumschild said, “I’ve got people who can make them and I can install them too.”

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You may be quite willing to plan an investment strategy for your retirement years. After all, it can be enjoyable to think about traveling the world, pursuing your hobbies or participating in any of the activities you’ve associated with an active retirement. However, once you do retire, you’ll need to “shift gears” somewhat to focus on your legacy. Specifically, to protect your loved ones and ensure your intentions are clear and carried out, you’ll need to do some more planning – and you’ll need to share your thoughts with your family. Here are some moves to consider: • List your assets and debts. Your family needs to be aware of your assets and debts, so share this information with them while you are alive and well. • Create a durable power of attorney. Give a trusted friend or family member a durable power of attorney to pay bills and make financial choices on your behalf if you are unable to do so. • Choose an executor. An executor is the person or entity you name in your will to carry out your wishes. An executor has a variety of responsibilities, so pick someone who is honest and capable of dealing with legal and financial matters. Talk with an attorney about how best to name your executor.

• Update your will. You might have written a will many years ago, but, over time, many aspects of your life may have changed. Review your will with your attorney to ensure it reflects your current wishes. • Review benefits of a living trust. A simple will may not be enough to accommodate your estate-planning needs. You might want to consider establishing a living trust, which provides you with significant flexibility in distributing your assets and can help you avoid the time-consuming, expensive and public process of probate. To create a trust or other estate-planning documents, you will need to work with a qualified legal professional. • Review your beneficiary designations. The beneficiary designations on your financial accounts (401(k), IRA, etc.) and your insurance policies can even supersede the directions on your will, so it’s essential that you update these designations to reflect events such as divorce and remarriage. And make sure your beneficiaries have the facts they need to claim their benefits. • Share location of your legal documents. Your loved ones should know where you keep documents such as your birth certificate, will and living trust. If you keep these items in a safe deposit box, tell your family where you keep the key. • Encourage two-way communication. It’s obviously necessary to communicate your final wishes to your family members – but listen to their wishes and concerns, too. For example, ask your children to agree on who gets those objects of special concern to them, such as furniture, mementos and heirlooms. As you can see, you’ll need to take several steps to fulfill your intentions – and the above list is certainly not exhaustive. So plan carefully, engage the appropriate team – financial advisor, attorney, tax professional – and put your plans in motion. By being proactive, you can greatly ease the burden on your loved ones in the future. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. WINTER 2016 | YOU | 77

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GMOs Pros and Cons BY JILL JOHNSON GMO’s are microorganisms, plants and animals that have their genes altered. They are usually modified either to further scientific research or to alter the food supply. Modifications most commonly include: adding antibacterial genes to plants, introducing genes that make the organism bigger and/or hardier, making new foods by adding genes from existing foods, and adding animals genes to plants and vice versa. Many American crops are now genetically modified and the percentage of GMO’s in our food supply is growing daily. Products that are genetically modified do not have to be labeled as such. Here are some of the pros and cons on the subject that may help you understand the ongoing debate on GMO’s. PROS: The agribusiness and government state that GMO’s will help to increase the food supply, help underfed nations and assist farmers. Some of the benefits they state are better food quality and taste, and making crops disease resistant so we have higher yields and more efficient production. GMO’s allow farmers to skip steps in the production process, like spraying herbicides and pesticides, because the crops are already resistant. Some crops they claim the foods are modified to contain additional vitamins and minerals. They state that this is supposed to be beneficial to people in countries that do not have an adequate supply of these nutrients. They claim that since fewer pesticides are used, it is good for the environment. Their most important claim is that GMO’s are safe for human consumption.

CONS: The big concern is that there has not been enough testing of GMO’s and no real long-term testing to detect possible problems. Another problem is allergic reactions; genetic modification often mixes or adds proteins that were not indigenous to the original plant that can cause new allergic reactions to the human body, according to Brown University. Some GMO foods can have antibiotic features added to them so they are resistant to certain viruses and diseases. When humans eat them, these antibiotics features persist in our bodies and make actual antibiotic medications less effective, according to Iowa State University. Another risk is that the modified genes may escape into the wild. Brown University warns if herbicide resistant genes cross into wild weeds, a super weed that is resistant to herbicides can be created. Making plants resistant to bacteria can cause bacteria to become stronger and harder to kill. There have been isolated cases of animals dying after eating genetically modified foods. Dr. William Davis says, “The new genetically modified wheat has a new protein call gliadin. This gliadin can bind to the opiate receptors in our brain and in most people stimulates appetites, such that we consume 440 more calories per day.” Davis claims clinical studies show this happening to hundreds of thousands of people. He suggests totally avoiding wheat. As you can see, there are pros and cons to this issue. I hope this information will help make you more aware and want to do more investigating on the issue so you can make the best informed decision for yourself on this matter.

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ini trampolines also known as ‘rebounders’ have been a resource for physical exercise for years. Although they lack the ability to gain widespread popularity there are a number of exercise videos, instruction manuals and classes designed for their use. As illustrated by the pictures mini trampolines can be incorporated a number of ways into a workout. They can be very functional when you utilize the mini trampoline as an instability tool. You can increase aerobic intensity by adding resistance by holding free-weights or attaching resistance bands. And, if you simply just want to bounce around while watching your favorite television program, experts say you can burn just as many calories as you would walking on your treadmill. As a personal fitness trainer, I have a mini trampoline in my bag of tricks; however, it was underutilized. Although it offered variety to my clients’ workout, I felt it did not add value to 80 | YOU | WINTER 2016

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with Living River, a local Christian quartet. Join us for a combination of spiritual songs, feel good music and traditional Christmas music. Sometimes things that hurt can sooth us when we listen to the music that says the words we need to hear. The program host is Wings, a grief education ministry, and the partner sponsor is Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services. The event is sponsored by Peterson/Kraemer Funeral Homes & Crematory and other local funeral homes. Peterson/Kraemer Funeral Home is located in Wausau, Athens, Edgar and Marathon. It has been serving families in central Wisconsin for over 100 years. Wings has presented an annual “When The Holidays Hurt” theme based program since 1997 that offers support and inspiration for getting through the holiday season in the best possible way. For questions, call Nan Zastrow at 715-845-4159.

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51, is the owner of the Marshfield Curves/Jenny Craig Weight Loss Center where she is a fitness coach and weight loss consultant. My Work: I coach people in health, fitness and weight loss. I am a member of the Marshfield Chamber of Commerce and through Curves we donate funds as well as time monthly to local groups in need. We do a school supply drive yearly, the coat drive in the fall, a food drive in March and others throughout the year. The ladies at Curves are always willing to help and give of their time and generosity. What Led Me Here: I moved here in 1995 and am originally from Medford. Family: I have two daughters, Miranda and Lauren and I have a fiancé, Lee. My Role Model: My parents. I worked for them in their beverage wholesale ship for 12 years before opening my first of eight Curves locations. My Key To Success: To treat everyone as you would like to be treated which is with respect, honesty and fairness. No one is any better than the next person and we are all from the same maker. I Would Tell My 20-Year-Old Self: Work hard, be honest, responsible, follow your dreams and most of all do a job you love and believe in with your heart. When I am teaching a class at Curves or working with a member, I always have fun. I enjoy making others happy and let’s face it, it’s hard to find time to exercise and sometimes it’s the first thing to skip in your day. I try to make it a fun, enjoyable experience and one where you will want to come back. We build relationships at Curves that form family and we all take care of each other. My Hobbies: I like to boat, snowmobile, dance and be with friends. My Inspiration: Helping others reach their health goals. I am a very nurturing person and I love helping people. I find joy when I see people’s lives change and I know that we at Curves have helped with that change. The parts of my job that I love are seeing someone’s self-esteem increase, they are happier, healthier and enjoying life more. I have been doing this for 15 years and I absolutely love my job!! My Guilty Pleasure: CAKE. I love cake. 84 | YOU | WINTER 2016

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KATHY OSTROWSKI 46, based out of Stevens Point is the marketing leader and community relations specialist with Team Schierl Companies.

My Work: I handle the marketing and advertising coordination for Team Schierl Companies which consists of 57 retail entities (The Store, Cousins Subs, Schierl & Hartje Tire & Service, Subway and Team Administration). I work with the Salvation Army, all area humane societies, UWSP athletics, Boys & Girls Club and have been a part of numerous planning committees supporting area events in central Wisconsin such as Toast to the Arts. What Led Me Here: I love the Stevens Point area and have lived here most of my life. I started out in human resources because I enjoy helping people but as I grew in my career and became a part of Team Schierl, there was an opportunity to do more in the marketing field and with event coordination. I loved it and found my niche. The best part is that through my work and the organizations I have connected with, I have gotten to know so many wonderful people and developed many life long friendships. Family: I am happily married to my husband Chris for 15 years. We have one daughter, Hope and our sweet dog, Sophie. Hope currently attends 1st grade at St Stanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s School. My Role Model: Luckily I have two, my mom and my grandmother. My mom has taught me that everything happens for a reason and one day I will understand. As I get older, I do! She also helped me to be independent especially when I did not want to be. Secondly, my grandmother who taught me my love for cooking, baking and the importance of bringing and keeping family together no matter what. My Key To Success: To be open minded and to stay grounded to what is truly important in life. Also, allow yourself the opportunity to learn from others, grow through their knowledge and gracefully accept the guidance being offered which sometimes is the hardest part. My Greatest Achievement: My daughter, Hope. She is an inspiration on a daily basis. I love experiencing and seeing life through her eyes. It is so rewarding watching her blossom each time she learns something new. 86 | YOU | WINTER 2016

I Would Tell My 20-Year-Old Self: Continue to stay true to what you want to do. Stay strong in your faith of both yourself and others and always take time to stay in touch with friends. Lifeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Most Defining Moment: The day our daughter Hope was born. I had heard from so many people how impactful a child is on your life, they were right. It did charge our world but in such wonderful ways. Her laughter and genuine silly moments are an experience we are so lucky to be able to share. She is truly a reminder to appreciate all the little things in life. My Inspiration: I find it in different ways. At work, by meeting people that are directly impacted by the causes Team Schierl supports through their charity events. At home, I find inspiration in simple moments. I enjoy sitting on my deck or in my favorite chair and just being silent. It is amazing how a few minutes of silence can give you peace of mind and inspiration. My Guilty Pleasure: Take 2 candy bar, any kind of dark chocolate and banana flavored Laffy Taffy.

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My Work: I help people choose and design monuments for themselves or their loved ones. I offer granite, marble and bronze memorials. As well as vases, ceramic photos, laser photos and pet memorials. Other services I provide include monument cleaning, veteran’s marker installation and monument lettering. I also plan on offering gravescaping services in the near future. I recently opened a storefront next to Taco Johns in Wisconsin Rapids. Prior to opening the storefront, I ran the business from my home. My father, Mike Nash, started the business in 1990 and I started working with him in 2003. In 2005, my father passed the business on to me. Besides owning Lifetime Memorials, I also work part time at the Aspirus Riverview Foundation as the foundation coordinator. I am also a volunteer on the “What If“ grant committee for Incourage Community Foundation. What Led Me Here: My father wanted one of his daughters to take over the business when he was diagnosed with cancer. I enjoy working with people so I decided to work with my father to see if I would enjoy this business. I have met so many people in this business over the last 13 years and I enjoy getting to know each of my customers. It is a very emotional business but my compassion for others has helped me make my customers feel comfortable during a difficult time. My Family: I have been married for 26 years to my husband Corey. We have three daughters. Our oldest daughter Chelsea married her husband Nate in June, our daughter Taylor had our first granddaughter, Leighton, in August, and our daughter Madelyn is in 5th grade at Assumption Catholic Schools. I am a Wisconsin Rapids native. I have lived here my entire life. I love Wisconsin Rapids and I am so excited about the changes that are happening in our small town. My Role Model: My parents have always been my role models. My dad was a hard worker and my mother is a kind, caring as well as compassionate woman. They both instilled strong family values in our lives. 88 | YOU | WINTER 2016

My Key To Success: Work hard and maintain a positive attitude. It can be hard sometimes to always look for the positive in a situation but it makes you so much happier and successful if you do. My Greatest Achievement: Raising my three daughters to be kind, compassionate, strong and independent women. I Would Tell My 20-Year-Old Self: Don’t sweat the small stuff. Don’t worry about what others think of you. Always look for the positive in every aspect of your life. My Hobbies: I love to work outside. I love gardening, shoveling snow (when it is not below zero), going for walks and sitting by the campfire. Life’s Most Defining Moment: I had a lot of important, defining moments in my life. Getting married, having children, losing my father to cancer, purchasing the building for my business and so many others. Each one of these things has taught me a lesson and helped me become who I am today. My Inspiration: I find inspiration in helping others. I also like to listen to podcasts and read for inspiration. My Guilty Pleasure: Sweets

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SARA JANE ACKERMANN 44, is an employment law attorney at Ruder Ware in Wausau.

My Work: I advise employers on how to avoid “drama” in the workplace. I guide my clients through the myriad of state and federal employment laws so that they can avoid employment-related litigation and compliance violations. Practically every decision an employer makes (e.g., hiring, demoting, firing or trying to enforce a non-compete agreement) creates risk for an organization if it is handled improperly. My job is extremely rewarding and there is never a dull moment! As a director for the Performing Arts Foundation, I was honored to serve as Chair of the Search Committee commissioned to recruit its new executive director. The Committee worked hard to find the perfect candidate in Sean Wright, who is doing a fabulous job running the organization! I am also currently serving in my 10th year on the Board of Directors for the Central Wisconsin Society for Human Resource Management, which is an organization devoted to supporting the HR profession in this area. What Led Me Here: After college, I was a paralegal for a large tech company in Minneapolis. In that role, I had the opportunity to work with several employment law attorneys. I loved the work so much that after just two months I applied to go to law school! Employment law is fascinating because it deals with people. The relationships between employees and employers in the workplace can be just as complex as other relationships. My Family: My family includes my two very active boys, Dylan and Tyler, my significant other Todd and his beautiful daughters, Jasmine and Meghan. My Role Model: My parents were hardworking and successful farmers. Though my father passed away nearly 10 years ago, my mother, at age 84, still lives in South Dakota on the farm they built together in the sixties. They taught me to be independent, to work hard and to always find time to have some fun! My Key To Success: Confidence, a positive attitude and passion! These are qualities completely within our control that no one can take away. With passion for what we do, we will be the best we can be in both our personal and professional life. My Greatest Achievement: Graduating law school with honors while attending school at night and working as a full-time paralegal during the day. It was extremely difficult but I believed in myself and I knew 90 | YOU | WINTER 2016

that being a lawyer was the right path for me. I Would Tell My 20-Year-Old Self: The best time of your life is ahead of you, not behind you! As we age, we become smarter and more confident. We gain a deeper understanding of what we want out of life and how we can get it. While being young is fun and exciting, I truly believe the best time of my life is ahead of me, not behind me. My Hobbies: I enjoy running, yoga and seeing live music! In the last couple of years, Todd and I have seen AC/DC, Eric Church, Zach Brown Band, Rolling Stones and Metallica just to name a few! Life’s Most Defining Moment: Having children. It changes you forever. My Guilty Pleasure: 80’s hair band music! I think I saw nearly 30 different bands play back in the late eighties, and I still love listening to that stuff today!

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