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Inspiring Women Are All Around Us When I entered the room to discuss the nominees of the Inspiration & Influence Awards with the team of judges, I had no idea how impactful it would be. I think I’ve taken for granted how many amazing women walk amongst us. Through the 55 nominations we received, there were 35 unique individuals identified and then we were able to read the stories of 21 trailblazers. From a woman working with troubled youth to one finding a specific issue in our community someone hasn’t had the opportunity to tackle yet, these women are making a huge difference in our region. There are women in our community who give so much. They are raising a family, working a full-time job (or more), volunteering to help the underprivileged and also championing causes near to their hearts. I am heartened to have had an opportunity to hear our judges discuss the contributions of these women, especially those who were entered in the Up and Coming category. I have believed for a long time these younger professionals are major contributors in our society, making large impacts in their own way. It’s obvious to me that they use their time to show areas they are hoping to influence. Congratulations to Sami Chau for her Up and Coming Award. The Caring About Women Locally Award was given to a couple of women who saw a need and moved forward unapologetically. I love this story because it takes such courage to passionately discuss a topic that many don’t want to talk about. Helping Women Period makes sure that all women have dignity when facing their monthly menstrual cycle. Congrats, Amy Stephenson and Lysne Tait. Megan Doherty received the judges’ Impact Award because she is helping women view the trades as an opportunity for them. Women certainly are not typically taking advantage of the training and jobs available in the numerous skilled trade areas. In addition to running F.D. Hayes, she’s a wife and mom, volunteers in trade associations and, most recently, started a guild for the Davey’s Project. Shari Montgomery was recognized as the Woman of the Year. She has tirelessly raised awareness and money to help women who are victims and survivors of human trafficking. It wasn’t easy. She had a vision and refused to give up on her dream to make an impact. Today, she has achieved the first leg of her journey and has already embarked on the next. I’m thankful to her for helping our region see the need and understand how prevalent human trafficking is here. I’m proud of these women but also all of the many women who were nominated. They are all making such a difference in our community, and it’s my pleasure to tell their stories in the pages of this publication. ■

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The Greater Lansing Convention and Visitors Bureau (GLCVB) announced it has hired Melissa Nay, certified tourism ambassador, as membership manager for the organization.

Three Lansing-area association leaders earned special recognition by Michigan Society of Association Executives at its 17th annual Diamond Awards Banquet in Novi on Sept. 20.

Nay comes to the GLCVB from WKAR-TV and Radio, where she was the director of corporate development for six years. Previously she was a sales manager Melissa Nay with the Lansing State Journal for 12 years. Nay holds a bachelor’s degree in advertising from Michigan State University; sits on the board of directors for the University Club of MSU; serves as past chair for ATHENA WIN; and is on steering committees for Habitat for Humanity, Child and Family Charities and the Wharton Center.

Donna Oser of the Michigan Association of School Boards (MASB) was named Strategic Association Leader. Greg Rokisky, also from MASB, earned the Emerging New Leader Award. Katie Thornton of Plante & Moran, PLLC, received the Supplier Partner Award. “These three award winners exemplify the outstanding leadership skills we celebrate in our association members and partners,” said Cheryl Ronk of the Michigan Society of Association Executives. ■

“Continued growth of our membership base is an important part of the future plans of our organization,” said Jack Schripsema, president and CEO of the GLCVB. “We are confident that Melissa’s experience and valuable community relationships will make her a perfect fit for this key role.” Donna Oser

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As the familiar story goes, she initially volunteered to serve on the board because her life was personally touched by breast cancer. Her grandmother succumbed to the disease and Bills knew she wanted to get involved, be a part of something positive from the experience, become an active agent working toward a solution. She was slightly taken aback when her new resolve was met with some initial resistance: a statement along the lines of “There is so much focus on breast cancer; why not put your focus on something else?”

Susan G. Komen Michigan Continues Mission to Fight Breast Cancer BY CHRISTOPHER NAGY

The finish line is in sight. Yes, there still remains much ground to cover on the journey, but the goal has appeared on the horizon and it’s coming into sharper focus with each passing day and each stride forward. Crossing that finish line and eliminating breast cancer mortality is close, according to Erica Bills. It’s also something the executive director of Susan G. Komen Michigan plans to be part of when the day finally arrives. Excitement, concern, hope, empathy and enthusiasm show through when Bills speaks about her work with the nonprofit dedicated to combating breast cancer in the state. Even a little irritation can spark when she discusses some of the obstacles that still stand as barriers on the path to treatment and preventative care for residents, but Bills is quick to toss in a humorous aside – maybe even peppered with some slight wink-and-a-nod sarcasm – to let her audience at the Lansing office of Susan G. Komen Michigan know that it’s all just part of a day’s work. The good and the bad, the successes and the setbacks – it’s simply the package containing the passion and purpose of her job. Bills was named as executive director of Susan G. Komen Michigan in February 2017, after serving for several years on the organization’s board of directors.

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“That was a frustrating comment to hear,” Bills said. “Why would you stop building a house when you’re 98 percent done?” Komen Michigan is engaging in a strong push toward that last 2 percent with its goal to cut breast cancer deaths in the state in half by 2026. Breast cancer is the second-leading cause of death for Michigan women. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services projected that 8,160 new cases of breast cancer in Michigan women would be diagnosed in 2017, resulting in 1,410 deaths. Cutting such projections by 50 percent is setting a high bar, but not one that is insurmountable, Bills said. “It’s an enormous goal, but you have to break it down into workable pieces,” she said. Using Jackson County’s 26 deaths from breast cancer as an example, Bills explained that by diagnosing two additional county residents each year who would otherwise go undiagnosed would meet Komen Michigan’s goal for that county. However, finding those two undiagnosed residents also means that an additional 304 women would need to be screened who otherwise wouldn’t be, Bills added. How that happens plays into Komen Michigan’s other relatively new objective: a refocused mission on education and community engagement. “We had always been more event-focused. We wanted people to come to us,” Bills said. “But those in the greatest need, those who are being

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underserved, aren’t going to go to the doctor. underserved, aren’t going to go to the doctor. We will go to the communities and to where they go – community organizations, churches. We have changed our focus to outreach.” Of particular importance is outreach to women of color, Bills added, noting that African-American woman are 40 percent more likely to die from breast cancer and are much more likely to have a less complete health background, meaning they may not know of hidden genetic dangers that could be caught through early detection by health screenings. “We need to let people know that these disparities exist and how to change them,” Bills said. “It’s about learning to be your own health advocate and how to ask questions to the doctor.” Such inequalities are explored in the HBO film “The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks” starring Oprah Winfrey. Komen Michigan is hosting free screenings of the film as bookends to its Powerfully Pink awards luncheon on Dec. 6 at Celebration Cinema North in Grand Rapids. The free screenings are open to the public, but Bills noted that a morning showing is specifically targeted to high S EAT TL E school and college students. “Our goal is to expose people to this at an early age and educate them on the importance of health equity and being your own advocate,” Bills said. “Even if we have one student walk away with an increased clarity to the health care services that are available, it will be a success.” Visit komenmichigan.org for more information. ■ Christopher Nagy is a graduate of Eastern Michigan University and has more than 20 years of experience in journalism. He rarely misses a Motor City S AN F R ANCI S CO Comic Con or Michigan Renaissance Festival.

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“Alzheimer’s is reaching epidemic levels in our nation, and if we don’t start doing something we’re going to have a big problem on our hands,” she said. Robinwood Landing will be home to 66 residents and staffed by 60 team members, meaning the faculty-toresident ratio is almost one-to-one. Personalized care is important to the team. With warm tones and tall ceilings, Robinwood Landing really feels like home. Outside each resident’s door will be a frame containing a summary of their life and an older picture of them from before they developed dementia. “Everything in the community is designed with our residents’ needs in mind,” she said. “We’re talking everything from the lighting, the carpet, how wide the hallways are. We want to create a home-like environment.” When it comes to building the Robinwood Landing team, Wieland selected team members carefully. “It’s all about the heart,” she said. “We are looking for people who are called to this career. We want people that want to be here and are here for the right reasons to do the right things.” The team’s goal is to help residents age with dignity and grace, no matter what stage they are at in their disease progression. As a family-owned business with family ties to the disease (JEA President Cody Erwin’s grandmother had Alzheimer’s), Robinwood Landing wants each resident to receive personalized care.

“We want to know everything about that person prior to their disease so that we can then care for them as a whole individual, not just an individual with dementia,” Wieland said. Wieland hopes people will reach out to the Alzheimer’s Association to learn more about the impacts of this terrible disease. “Volunteers are huge for us. Volunteers of all ages, all skill levels, talents. We want to be involved in the community,” Wieland said. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, this disease kills more people than breast cancer and prostate cancer combined. If your loved one has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, Wieland recommends starting the research process early. To those caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s at home, Wieland said, “I have a great level of respect for that. Who wouldn’t want to keep their loved one home as long as possible?” In the next five years, Wieland estimated Robinwood Landing will be the area’s top provider for Alzheimer’s care. The official ribbon cutting was on Oct. 10. If you missed your chance to visit, don’t worry. Anyone is welcome to experience the Robinwood Landing community, and they are always looking for volunteers. ■ Caroline Olmeda is a senior at Michigan State University studying advertising management. When not playing with her Great Dane, Georgia, she enjoys cooking and hanging out with friends.

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BY RICH ADAMS When asked what her favorite holiday is, Taylor Brooks hesitates.

the occasion and said her best costume ever resulted from her early love of Broadway musicals.

Halloween? Thanksgiving? Christmas? New Year’s Eve? How about all the above?

“When I was 11, I think, I wore a ‘Phantom of the Opera’ costume,” Brooks said. “My mom helped me make it. I wanted to dress like the Phantom because the movie had just come out and I loved it.”

The Charlotte native is in her element once the leaves start to turn colors.

The fun of Halloween segues into the valuable family time that Thanksgiving and Christmas bring about.

“It’s really hard to pick. I enjoy the entire end of the year,” said Brooks, a 2012 Charlotte High School graduate. “It’s a good time of the year. The weather is cooler, and I enjoy looking back on my accomplishments.”

“I spend Thanksgiving and Christmas with my family,” Brooks explained. “We still get together with my one living grandmother. It’s a family tradition.”

“I love giving presents, giving someone a gift I know they will really like,” Brooks explained. “It feels good giving a special present to someone you know well that matches them perfectly. Not anything crazy, just something practical, like a scarf a friend might have mentioned.” Brooks recently celebrated her fourth year as an administrative assistant at the Pepsi distribution facility on West Grand River Avenue, which helped make her purchase of a house in Lansing a reality. “I just bought house downtown,” Brooks said. “I am going to be spending a lot of time downtown.”

Christmas is also a time to enjoy the uplifting nature of the holiday, she added.

Could the new digs be the location of this year’s New Year’s Eve party?

“It’s a wonderful time to be with family and friends,” Brooks explained. “There are a lot of gatherings. It is a very social time, and I love that.”

“I know a lot of people complain about Christmas being commercialized, but I love it,” Brooks said. “I enjoy seeing the decorations and just feel it is a joyous time of year, albeit the music can be annoying because it is playing all the time. But it is very upbeat.”

“I was thinking about hosting Halloween or New Year’s this year, but maybe next year,” she said. “I’ve been living in the house for six months, and I am still moving in.”

Halloween kicked off her string of holidays and observances, and Brooks enjoys the whole mystique surrounding Halloween. She loves to dress up for

She is all about the gifts during the Christmas season – giving them, that is. It’s a joy for her to match presents with the recipients.

But perhaps her favorite aspect of the final three months of the year is the opportunity for get-togethers.

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Just one more reason to be thankful this Thanksgiving. ■

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Norma McGarry knew there was something special about CASE Credit Union when she first started as an employee in 2003. “From the get-go, I was impressed with the relationships we built with our members,” she said. “Getting to know them on a level that was not all about banking was a plus with the position.” McGarry worked in branch operations for CASE Credit Union for 12 years and now serves as community development specialist, a position that perfectly suits her passion for people. CASE Credit Union is a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), meaning that they offer services and products developed specifically to support low- to moderate-income communities. Through her position, McGarry builds relationships with agencies in the Greater Lansing area to provide financial options and resources to their clients. “Our strategy is simple: Provide a mix of products and services to meet the needs of everyone who walks through our doors,” she said. McGarry also serves as a certified financial counselor, assisting members and nonmembers with developing short-term and long-term financial goals, creating and maintaining a budget, and reviewing and understanding their credit scores.

“It’s important to us to help anyone who walks through our doors achieve financial stability,” she said. “After a person hears ‘no’ so many times, they begin to lose faith that they can provide for themselves or their families again. When CASE Credit Union says ‘yes,’ it is so motivating and empowering for them.”

“It defines who you are when you do the right thing when no one is looking,” she said.

Her position as community development specialist is just one of the ways McGarry serves the community through CASE Credit Union. She is an active part of the credit union’s Community Activity Team, which works each quarter to raise awareness and funds for local charitable organizations. She also serves on the Community Education Team, which works with the youth in the community reinforcing budgeting and financial skills.

“If you see someone who needs help and you’re able to step in, then why wouldn’t you? It is a privilege to be able to work in this position and at CASE Credit Union,” she said. ■

She currently serves as the secretary of the Delta Side Business Association Board of Directors and is on the Friends for Independence Board of Directors for the Tri-County Office on Aging.

“The staff at CASE Credit Union are very generous with their time and their treasure,” she said. “We encourage and motivate each other by helping out the people we serve in new ways.” She is also a part of the Member Satisfaction Team, which aims to continuously improve the credit union’s products and services by seeking input from CASE Credit Union members. But McGarry’ s passion for service spreads even further beyond the walls of CASE Credit Union and has always been a defining principle of her career. CAWLM.COM

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It’s not every day that we celebrate the local women in our communities who are doing influential and inspirational things. However, it is every day that women in the Greater Lansing area are doing something to help better the community. That’s why Capital Area Women’s LifeStyle Magazine (CAWLM) and the Aitch Foundation came together to honor the local women in the region who are doing great things at the 2018 Inspiration & Influence Awards on Oct. 18. A night filled with community, celebration and inspiration became one to remember for all who were in attendance. This year’s hosts, Tiffany Dowling, president and CEO of M3 Group and publisher of CAWLM, and Lauren Aitch, president of the Aitch Foundation, were two that truly live up to the motto of this event: “Inspire, impact, imagine and influence change in our communities.” Aitch is an active member in the community and leads the Aitch Foundation in its many community-based activities.

Up and Coming Award Sami Chau, a woman who actively engages with several organizations, embodies what it means to give back. Chau works in a nonprofit organization and still finds time to give back to other causes she’s passionate about. She is deeply committed to pursuing knowledge and experience. Chau was brought from the United Kingdom to Lansing through her work with AmeriCorps, where she immediately fell in love with the work she is doing and feels blessed to be surrounded by amazing people.

Sami Chau

The Aitch Foundation is dedicated to changing lives through the advancement of cancer research while generating community involvement through sports- and fashionrelated events. Each year, the Aitch Foundation awards the Aitch Prize, which goes to an individual who has contributed significantly to the fight in conquering cancer.

When asked what this award means to her, Chau replied: “It means it’s a stepping stone to bigger and better things. It's an inspiration to continue building up this community.”

This year’s Aitch Prize winner went to someone who dedicated her life to improving women’s health and fought to ensure all women had access to the care needed to fight against cancer. This award was given posthumously to Maxine Berman, who has been described as “an irreverent, brilliant and sassy warrior for women, for education and for health care.” Although she has passed on, her impact lives on.

Caring about Women Locally Amy Stephenson and Lysne Tait are two women who work together for one cause. They are not only impacting change, but they are making a difference. These women saw a need within the community and put their best efforts forward to fix it. They are volunteers, innovators and supporters of various projects throughout the Lansing area.

Another inspirational point of the evening was the keynote speaker, Laura Grannemann. She is truly one who inspires and impacts change. Grannemann is vice president of strategic investments for the Quicken Loans Community Investments Fund. She leads projects that help bring together the community. Grannemann and her team’s work has impacted tens of thousands of Detroit residents, allowing families to stay in their homes, become homeowners, and build equity and opportunity. Grannemann’s passion is something the four other awardees can relate to. There were four women recognized for the influential change they are making within our communities.

She truly sees the bigger picture of community. When a group she helped found, Habitat for Humanity Young Professionals, went head to head with Ingham County Animal Shelter for a grant and won, Chau suggested they use that momentum to build dog houses for the shelter so that both parties could benefit from the grant. Chau is truly helping to build a better community for all.

“We do it because it needs to be done. That’s why we started it. We knew it needed to be fixed,” Tait explained.

Amy Stephenson and Lysne Tait

Stephenson and Tait went above and beyond to care for local women when they founded Helping Women Period, an organization that provides menstrual products to homeless and low-income women. Both women are executive directors of Helping Women Period. Together they put forth their collective skills, experiences and business affiliations to support the growth of their organization. “It’s an incredible honor. There is good work being done in the Lansing area,” Stephenson said. CAWLM.COM

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Judges’ Impact Award Megan Doherty is positively impacting economic change in the Greater Lansing area. She is president and CEO of F.D. Hayes Electric Co. and is on the apprenticeship and interview committee for Women in Skilled Trades. She pushes for the betterment of women and is making an influential impression for women. Book and Lyrics by

“It’s an honor to be recognized in the community as someone who is helping and promoting women in skilled trades,” Doherty said.

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She has dedicated her life and her career to helping the women around her. She is actively involved in a number of groups and organizations that work to better the position of women and families in our communities.

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Shari Montgomery is a woman who truly inspires. She owned her own business, Pollack Glass Co., in a maledominated field for 16 years. She made it through the economic recession and decided to leave the corporate world to start her own nonprofit, the House of Promise. The organization engages in rescuing and rehabilitating female sextrafficking victims. This organization is Montgomery’s purpose, and it is her endeavor to give back to the community to help make the world a better place.

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Montgomery’s motivation has always been to make a difference through sacrifice and she aims to make a change in the community and beyond. Her passion became her life’s pursuit. “It (this award) lets me know I am on the right track. It’s given me a boost that I can’t give up now, I have to keep going. I now know I have women behind me to get this done,” Montgomery said. ■

Alicia Finch is a journalism graduate of The University of Akron and is now residing in Mason, MI. When not playing with her yorkie poo, she enjoys her coral reef tank and all things fitness related.

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Whitney Anderson-Harrell serves as the chief community development officer at Michigan State University Federal Credit Union (MSUFCU). AndersonHarrell began at MSUFCU in 2015, previously working for Kraft Foods for 13 years. She currently oversees the credit union’s community development and financial education departments as well as the Financial Innovation and Education Center.

INSPIRATION AND INFLUENCE AWARDS BY ALICIA FINCH

Capital Area Women’s LifeStyle Magazine and the Aitch Foundation came together Oct. 18 to shine a light on women in the area who are consistently inspiring, impacting and influencing change in the community at the 2018 Inspiration and Influence Awards. With the wide pool of nominations, the esteemed panel of judges had a hard time choosing a final winner. A total of five admired women were recognized in the areas of community impact, women’s advancement and medical research. Here’s a look at those who served as judges:

Anderson-Harrell is extremely active in the Greater Lansing and Michigan State University communities. She currently serves on the Lansing Food Bank Committee, the CIS Advisory Council, Lansing SAVE board, Capital Area United Way board, Lansing Promise board and as board secretary for the MSU Multicultural Business Program. Anderson-Harrell holds a Bachelor of Science in business administration: marketing from MSU; a Master of Business Administration from Wake Forest University; and has had foreign business studies in Brazil, Chile, Argentina, Uruguay and Mexico.

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Scott Norman Scott Norman is vice president of business development for Physicians Health Plan, a division of Sparrow Health System. Physicians Health Plan is an award-winning health plan that provides insurance for hundreds of employers across Mid-Michigan. In this role, Norman is responsible for strategic planning, sales, marketing, and product and market development. He will also oversee expanding collaborative relationships across Michigan as the health plan potentially expands into new markets. Norman has nearly 20 years of experience in health care insurance and his most recent experience was at Priority Health where he was vice president of senior markets. In that role, he was responsible for overseeing the 4.5-star Medicare Advantage plan that had $1.2 billion in annual revenue and covered over 140,000 members across Michigan. He previously served as Priority Health’s vice president of sales and client services, responsible for commercial sales and customer retention for over 7,000 employer clients and 400,000 enrolled members.

Olivia Martin provides comprehensive investment planning. She helps manage assets for individuals, trusts, retirement plans, charitable organizations and businesses. Through a long-term investment approach, she helps clients develop and implement strategies for building wealth and realizing their goals. For over a decade, Martin has helped clients address their financial concerns and develop strategies by focusing on each individual’s specific needs. With extensive experience throughout major shifts in the markets, Martin has dedicated her career to delivering the personalized investment planning services her clients deserve. Additionally, she has a passion for helping nonprofit organizations properly construct endowment portfolios to fund the important work they do. Martin spends her free time with her husband, Jerry, and their son, Adrian. They like to stay active both physically and mentally. Martin especially enjoys golfing and she participates in many charitable outings around the area.

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Katie Bent is a fifth-year inside wireman apprentice with International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 665. She was indentured into the local in 2014 at 19 years old. In her past four years as an electrical apprentice, she has honed her skills, expanded her knowledge and built relationships with her co-workers. She is currently broadening her experience in temperature control with Centennial Electric. Bent aspires to become a foreman for IBEW and lead electrical crews to complete jobs under budget, on time and with expert craftsmanship. She has recently completed a remodel at Jenison Field House on the Michigan State University campus and is now assisting with the new addition to the university’s Business College complex. Bent takes much pride in her work and enjoys the day-to-day hustle of a construction site. Outside of work, Bent is proud to be a mother to her daughter, Willow Jayne, and a life partner to her fiancé, Payne. They are currently saving to build their dream home in the Lansing area. In her spare time, Bent practices Ashtanga yoga and hopes to one day teach yoga to people in her community. She also enjoys family trips to the park and serving her community with her fellow apprentices.

Michelle Massey serves as a vice president for Dewpoint. With over 25 years of information technology industry experience, Massey has extensive experience in proposal development, business operations, and corporate planning and support. Her current responsibilities include business development, marketing, communications and charitable contributions. Massey manages Dewpoint’s overall corporate branding through marketing, public relations and community involvement. A strong supporter of the Lansing region, Massey serves on the boards for Ele’s Place, Wharton Center, Sparrow Foundation, the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce and the Michigan State University Museum. Massey earned her bachelor’s degree in communications/telecommunications and master’s in international telecommunications from MSU.

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COMEDY COLUMN FEATURE BY CHRIS

Perfect Celebrations

In October, I attended the wedding of my dear friend’s daughter. It was beautiful – quirky, irreverent and filled with humor. The bride’s dress was straight out of a fairy tale and covered all her tattoos. She and the groom wore sneakers. You see, that bride is quirky and irreverent and filled with humor, too – just like her mom and just like her groom. The reception was an extension of the ceremony – but with dancing!

hands while dancing in rings, failed to synchronize our kicks and at one point a shoe of mine flew off. We laughed so hard at what was imperfectly perfect.

love you and are happy to lighten your load? Consider asking a few of them to bring a side dish, tablecloth or appetizers.

And here’s the thing: I didn’t have any of the work or stress of planning that wedding. I had only to show up with my gift – and even then, I made mistakes. Yet I managed to have fun.

Getting ready that day, I experienced surreal moments of not being able to find my lipstick, my eyeliner or my blush – things that are usually right at my fingertips. Meanwhile, the bride was realizing that she had forgotten to bring her vows. At the reception, it occurred to me that I didn’t have my gift with me, but the bride’s aunt had forgotten hers too.

The work was left to others who probably also made mistakes, things I never noticed. And still, they managed to have a great time. They pulled together, planned the flowers, planned the dinner, planned the cake and even planned the vows that were later left behind. And they planned a great party to dance at when all their work was done.

Be your own guest, a forgiving guest. Be the guest who isn’t bothered by the dust bunny you missed while cleaning the house faster than a human rocket; the one who is unperturbed when the flatware doesn’t quite match; the one who deserves to have a good time just as much as everybody else – maybe more – because she did most of the work; and the one who dances at her own party until one of her shoes flies off.

Despite the little goofs, we all felt great that night, and I danced even though I didn’t have a date. Who needs a date these days, especially at a wedding like that where people feel like your own family? We held

Now it’s November and we’re coming up on the holidays, a time that’s a little like a whole batch of weddings strung together. If you’re entertaining this holiday season, why not enlist the aid of people who

Be the one whose celebrations are perfect in their imperfection. ■ Teece Aronin is an artist, blogger and columnist who writes for the Oakland Press and is the Featured Writer for October at TrueHumor.com. Her artwork is available at the Redbubble.com store and you can read her blog at ChippedDemitasse.BlogSpot.com

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Looking for a tasty dessert to serve over the holiday season but tired of serving pumpkin pie? Trifles are always fun since you can see the ingredients through the bowl, and it’s easy to switch out ingredients to your tastes! Here’s an idea that will leave your guests begging for another serving. Serves 8-10

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Glass trifle bowl ● ● 16-ounce package gingersnap cookies ● 14-ounce cream cheese, softened ● 1 teaspoon vanilla extract ● 15-ounce can of pumpkin ● 1 cup white sugar ● 1 teaspoon cinnamon ● 1 ⁄2 teaspoon nutmeg ● 1 pint whipping cream ● 1 cup powdered sugar ● Gallon-size zippered plastic bag

DIRECTIONS Put gingersnaps in gallon-size zippered ● plastic bag. Using the tool of your choice, crush into bite-sized pieces and set aside.

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Put cream cheese in a large bowl and beat with an electric mixer until smooth. Mix in vanilla extract, pumpkin, sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg and set aside.

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In a small bowl, add together the whipping cream and powdered sugar. Use an electric mixer to mix the cream and sugar until stiff peaks form (5 minutes or more) and set aside.

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Start adding ingredients to your trifle bowl one at a time, starting with 1/3 of the crushed cookies, then 1/3 of the cream cheese mixture, and then 1/3 of whipped cream.

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Repeat until the trifle bowl is full, (your last layer should be whipped cream), and top with remaining crushed gingersnaps.

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BY JEANETTE WUMMEL

My daughter loved to build blanket forts, but unfortunately our cat would quickly destroy them by jumping into the middle of them. I believe I found a solution to this problem. It was to make my daughter her own play tent, her own personalized little fort. It’s perfect for reading, napping or just hanging out in. The cat and all the other animals really seemed to like hanging out in it too!

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● Four 1-by-2-inch wood pieces that are 48 inches long ● A ¾-inch wood dowel that is 48 inches long ● Sanding paper ● A drill with a ¾-inch drill bit ● A twin-size bedsheet or material that is the size of a twin sheet ● Four elastic 5-inch to 6-inch strips ● A sewing machine or needle and thread

What to do 1.

To get started you will need four 48-inch-long pieces of wood. I picked mine up at the local hardware store. If you don’t have a way to cut your wood to size, most hardware stores will do a few cuts for free of charge or at a very low price. You will want to sand your wood pieces down.

About 6 inches down on each wood piece, you will want to drill your ¾-inch hole with your drill bit. Try to keep your hole in the center of your wood.

Place two of your wood pieces together, matching the holes, and slide the dowel in. It may be a tight fit but that will mean it won’t move as much.

Repeat the last two steps to the other two pieces of wood and place them at the other end of the dowel. At this point you should be able to stand your tent up and spread the legs apart to make an A-frame shape.

For the twin bedsheet, I took my sewing machine and hemmed the sheet slightly on the top and bottom.

Take the elastic strips and fold them in half to make a loop. Sew one onto each corner of the sheet with the loop sticking out.

Drape the cover over the top of your tent frame and loop the elastic to the bottom of each of the wood tent legs to help the sheet stay in place. ■ Jeanette Wummel is a graphic design specialist at M3 Group. She loves all things whimsical, vintage and geeky. She enjoys creating art; with a passion for drawing and painting. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family, friends, and her rescue dog, Peaches.

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CLIMBING THE LADDER

Advice for those at the top and on the rungs Each month I collect updates from 75 mentors in the three corporate mentor programs I manage. I get apprised on the topics discussed in their conversations. The mentoring conversations are confidential, and my review of topics is to use a coach-approach to help the mentors be as effective as possible. Invariably the mentor and protégé almost always cover, at some point, the topic of how to climb the corporate ladder. Here are some thoughts on that.

For the Bosses Be clear in your conversations with your direct reports about what success looks like at your organization. Sometimes after you’ve been a manager for a while, you think the roadmap to success is transparent to all. It is not. Have conversations around the specifics. What exactly should an ambitious associate do (or not do)? What education, certifications, etc. does she need? How should she demonstrate taking the initiative? What else does she need to know about the process, the timing and the opportunities for promotion?

For the Climbers

Assess your internal network. Have you built solid connections with a variety of people in different departments? Are you getting visibility through projects and committees? One of my mentors assigned a relationship-mapping exercise to her protégé. By looking at the visual representation of her relationships, the protege could see definite gaps. She has created a networking plan with the help of her mentor to close those gaps.

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externally), this is not the only way to gain skills. Look for other places to learn. Volunteer on a community board. Start a book club at your organization to discuss the latest Harvard Business Review articles or the hot new business book. On your own initiative, set aside time to listen to podcasts, watch relevant TED talks, etc. Get involved in your professional association. There are myriad ways to increase your knowledge and skills outside of your own organization. Make it a point to be a lifelong learner. This is by no means an exhaustive list. These are some reminders for both bosses and the people they lead. As organizations continue to focus on recruiting and retaining talent, it is important for career development conversations to happen and to happen often. ■

Remember that you drive the process. Career development conversations should be two-way conversations, not just the boss talking. Declare your dreams and aspirations. Ask for specifics on how you get there. And then take the steps recommended. Circle back to your boss on what you’ve been learning.

Susan Combs, MBA and Professional Certified Coach, works with clients to enhance their leadership and communication skills. Combs manages four corporate mentor programs, the ATHENA WIN Executive Connections groups and the Leadership Lansing program. For more info visit SusanCombsCoaching.com info.

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Bringing People Together to Cultivate a Community

BY ALICIA FINCH

With the weather changing and winter fast approaching, most of Lansing takes comfort knowing they will be spared the brunt of the season in the warmth of their homes. However, the 400-plus homeless individuals in the Lansing area don’t have the peace of mind of knowing they will get to spend the winter days inside or even warm. But places like Advent House Ministries Inc. help to take some of that stress away by providing a weekend shelter program every Saturday and Sunday, even on Christmas and New Year’s Day.

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“Advent House Ministries is a faith-based organization in that it was founded on the principles of faith in action; however, we do not and never have proselytized,” Susan E. Cancro, executive director of Advent House Ministries. “We provide the environment and tools to assist in meeting goals. We do this without judgment. Anyone can come to us for help.” A program that started 31 years ago with a single meal transpired into an all-day weekend program that provides hot meals, a safe and welcoming environment, and advocacy and referral services to the homeless and others struggling with homelessness and poverty in the Lansing area. A day shelter provides a place to rest and relax for those who are homeless or precariously housed (living in a place that is unsafe, unhealthy or inadequate to meet basic housing needs in a livable way).

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NONPROFIT PROFILE “When people become homeless, most often they are accommodated with overnight shelter but not provided with a place to be during the day,” Cancro explained. “People will then go to public places where they can blend in but usually have to keep moving – they can’t enjoy the freedom of relaxing without being expected to move on.”

are considered “homeless” by the federal definition from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. According to Cancro, these programs allow the ministry to pay a portion of the monthly rent and provide intensive case management services to assist participants in building skills to secure stable, permanent housing.

According to data from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, in 2016 Lansing/East Lansing/Ingham County had 471 homeless individuals, including 54 veterans and 29 unaccompanied youth under 25. When Advent House began its work in the early 1980s, the realization became apparent that individuals and families had nowhere to go during the day or on weekends when homeless or at risk. Soon after getting to know those in need, Advent House noticed and learned about the need for housing, employment and educational assistance that is unique to situational and generational poverty and homelessness.

Through life, literacy and employment services, individuals are opened to the opportunity to learn and build life skills in programs they may not have had the chance to before. The services at the ministry make sure to reach every person in need. This includes offering children’s programs that specialize in recreational and instructional time as well as play time.

“Our effort to provide a safe, welcoming place led us to begin a journey of meeting needs for those most atrisk among us,” said Cancro. “We have been learning about poverty as we have walked alongside those we serve all these years. We saw clearly the need to suspend judgment and listen, and then come up with options that meet people where they are.” Advent House’s housing programs are focused on those who have been in a shelter or on the streets and

individuals who volunteer. Advent House is the only all-day weekend shelter in Ingham County and is always looking for volunteers to help out with meals and the children’s programs. To learn more about the services and volunteer opportunities, visit adventhouse.com. ■ Alicia Finch is a journalism graduate of The University of Akron and is now residing in Mason, MI. When not playing with her yorkie poo, she enjoys her coral reef tank and all things fitness related.

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REO TOWN An Adventure Waiting to Happen BY DAWN GORMAN There are so many great things happening over in that artsy stretch of Greater Lansing that everyone should be checking it out. Whether looking for a place to go for food, shopping, fun or a little creative merriment, REO Town offers up an endless array of options – not to mention something new is opening up all the time. For those who may not have been to the south end of downtown Lansing in a while, here is a small sampling of what one can expect find.

Good Truckin’ Diner First off, they have delicious coffee and a super-fun random collection of coffee mugs, so if you’re a

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coffee drinker expect to get a little surprise when visiting. The menu offers lots of options, including vegetarian and vegan dishes, and the tacos are amazing. The place has a real homey feel and there’s a lot of regulars. Some things to always expect: excellent service and a friendly staff, interesting art on the walls (right now they’re featuring local artist Paul Vetne), an overall good time, and – of course – great food.

Wheel House Studio This space is just two doors down from the diner and is owned by area potter Dan Nunez. It just opened, and it is going to be one hot spot. It is a hands-on creative space that offers pottery classes, private pottery lessons and special events like pumpkin carving and a rumored cat-tree-building summit. As the holiday season approaches, Nunez will also have pottery for sale, and he makes beautiful things.

REO Town Marketplace Looking for handmade items and fun finds? Then the marketplace is where all thrift lovers will want to be. It houses eight female-owned businesses, including Vintage Junkies, Blue Onyx Thrift, Community Finery, Home Made Capital City, Miss Laura’s Art Gallery, Bake Haus, T. Marie & Co. and the Thrift Witch. Between these establishments, one could leave with a new dress, a used book, fishnet stockings, a repurposed wooden coffee table, a Davy Jones album and so much more. The group also hosts some popups regularly. Mark your calendar now for their Fall Artisan Pop-Up on Nov. 17.

Soulful Earth Herbals This little shop carries all sorts of natural body products, soaps and other herbal potions, and it smells so good inside that you won’t want to leave. The owner, Kathaleen Parker, has a small on-site studio where she makes everything from scratch – and there

are testers, so feel free to give everything a try. There are body butters, essential oils and face creams, toothpaste, deodorant, and other specialty items. This place is the perfect stop for anyone who is looking for healthy, sustainable, beautiful products. Also, makes sure to meet Zeus, one of the nicest dogs ever, who watches over the store.

Woke Mind Body Studio Woke is new to the REO Town neighborhood. It’s owned by Jo Figueras and offers all sorts of healing, metaphysical and spiritual services, including massage, chakra balancing, reiki and more. They also provide a host of different classes and workshops. The front of the studio is a retail space that offers, jewelry, incense, tarot cards and all sorts of other magical and healing delights.

Blue Owl Coffee Co. This cafe has a great vibe and a delicious menu featuring all sorts of coffee and tea delights. They exhibit local art and host monthly “Meet the Artist” nights. They have fabulous open-mic Monday nights; live music Fridays; and Saturdays they present Beats and Brews, which features DJ sets. Plus, check out their pop-up omelet brunch Sundays. Day or night, something is always going on at the Blue Owl.

REO Town Pub This cozy pub is a popular fixture of REO Town and is known for its great beer selection and friendly, neighborhood atmosphere. They have live music Thursday nights, and Wednesdays are steak nights – get a grilled steak, baked potato and a salad plus two drinks all for only $12. Need a massage? Currently, they are hosting free five-minute massage nights Fridays and bucket drink specials – what a perfect pairing.

Scratching the surface Hopefully, this little REO Town teaser will entice all to venture into this friendly, creative district. There is so much more to discover in this Greater Lansing gem, one couldn’t begin to share it all. It boasts lots of murals and other public art, it’s home to all sorts of unique festivals and events and many creative businesses call REO Town home as well. One could spend all day (and all night) in REO Town, and I recommend you do exactly that. To learn more about REO Town visit reo.town. ■

Other REO Town Spots to Visit • The Robin Theatre: They host amazing musicians at this venue as well as poets, comedians and more. • Jean Jean Vintage Jewelry Store: This is a go-to spot for vintage and antique jewelry, specializing in the 1920s through the 1940s. • The Artisan Company Spa and Salon: Treat yourself to a new look at this full- service salon. • Thriftique: This charming shop offers up boutique and thrift items from estate sales, salvage and more. • The Record Lounge: If you love vinyl, this is your spot for new, used and rare records of all kinds. • Saddleback BBQ: This award-winning restaurant serves up Southern-style barbecue with a Midwestern flair. • Coming soon: Ellison Brewery, Sleepwalker Spirits and Ale, Pablos and Rusty Nail. Dawn Gorman lives in Lansing’s Old Town and is the communications and events manager at the Arts Council. She loves festivals and arts events and loves to connect over creative ideas.

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WHAT I HEAR, I FORGET WHAT I SEE, I REMEMBER WHAT I DO, I UNDERSTAND BY DR. SUSAN MAPLES If we are going to change the world, we will do it through our children. By 2050 43 percent of U.S. citizens will suffer from obesity, half will have cardiovascular disease and one-third, Type 2 diabetes. Wouldn’t it be nice if your kids were the exception? And if they drove change? Even if you’re not caring for children in your household, keep reading. After all, there’s no such thing as other people’s children. We’re all facing this health crisis together. Raising healthy children is not as easy as it appears. It’s not about putting a vegetable on the dinner table. It has to do with cultivating new beliefs. Children learn what they live. In the words of Malcolm Gladwell, “We are constructed from the outside, in.” That means, who we are inside (our

beliefs, behaviors and adopted habits) is largely a function of what’s going on around us. In the case of lifestyle, the outside world of convenience/packaged food and increased non-active “activity” choices are continually impacting children to believe these are normal and healthy behaviors. I meet many parents who resolve to get their kids back on track: to cut out sugared cereals and drinks, to find new ways to build in exercise and to pack healthy lunches for school. Unfortunately, they are bucking up against a developing belief system that speaks louder than they do. Frankly, children get dulled to the drone of “Just do what I say.” “Why?” they ask. “Because I said so.” For new beliefs to emerge, we must help each child see “why.”

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Let’s stop preaching and engage our children in learning … right along with us. Read together. Watch health documentaries together … most include memorable sideline stories. Prepare food together and play with science together. Confucius said it best: "What I hear, I forget. What I see, I remember. What I do, I understand." Try engaging in hands-on learning. That is, explore new healthy recipes and search the net for good science experiments that show-and-tell the truth. These are lessons your children will never forget. I grew up with significant lung disease, spurred by a household of heavy smokers. My journey to health began with a piece of bubble wrap that mimicked what healthy lung tissue looks like under a microscope. It was a gift from my new doctor (at the age of 12), who helped me work toward clean lungs with no meds. That science experience ultimately saved my life. Believe with me. Together, with our children, we can change the health of our nation! ■ Dr. Susan Maples is a dentist in Holt. She is also a speaker, health educator and author of "BlabberMouth!" 77 Secrets Only Your Mouth Can Tell You to Live a Healthier, Happier, Sexier Life. Reach her at Susan@DrSusanMaples.com

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EVENTS NOVEMBER 2 Free Lunch Friday, Okemos Join Kellie’s Consignments for networking, shopping and lunch at Free Lunch Friday, held from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the first Friday of each month. Bring your business cards to pass out, shop the sales and enjoy lunch. Advanced registration is required. The event is on Eventbrite. Visit kelliesconsignments.com for more information.

NOVEMBER 6 Michigan Made: Holiday Exhibition, Lansing Mark your calendar for the Michigan Made: Holiday Exhibition at Lansing Art Gallery & Education Center. Ring in the holiday season with an opening reception from 5-8 p.m. Nov. 9. Visit lansingartgallery.org/event for more information.

NOVEMBER 8 Ageless Beauty Grand Opening, Okemos Ageless Beauty is moving to a new location. Drinks, prizes and amazing drawings will be featured at the grand opening event. Bring a friend or a donation to the humane society and increase your chances of winning a drawing. This event runs from 4 p.m.8 p.m. Visit agelessbeautycenterokemos.com for more information.

NOVEMBER 9 Holiday STEM Market, Lansing Impression 5 Science Museum in Lansing is hosting their Holiday STEM Market, a chance to explore hands-on STEM-focused gifts, toys, books, kits and more! Vendors will demo the perfect holiday gift Ideas for your kids or donation. Enjoy live music, food and libations on November 9. Visit impression5.org for more information.

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Celebrating its 21st year, this world-class film festival showcases independent features, documentaries and shorts as well as offers tributes, seminars, premieres and parties. Visit elff.com for information.

The course for the trot is a scenic, accurate and fast 5K through downtown Lansing. Race-day registration and packet pick-up starts at 7:30 a.m. in the Lansing Community College Commons on the first floor of LCC. The event is sponsored by the Michigan Running Foundation. Visit runningfoundation.com/LansingTT. html for more information.

NOVEMBER 11 Family Special: Critter Holiday at Harris Nature Center, Lansing The whole family can connect with nature by creating edible treats for the birds and squirrels during this handson nature program. Visit meridian.mi.us/visitors/hiddengems/visit-harris-nature-center for more information. N

NOVEMBER 11 Lansing Model Train Show and Sale, East Lansing All aboard Michigan’s largest model train show held at the Michigan State University Pavilion with over 500 tables of new models, toy trains, artwork, collectibles, DVDs, books, railroad artifacts, postcards and much more. Hosted by the Lansing Model Railroad Club. Visit lmrc.org/trainshow/index.shtml for more information.

NOVEMBER 16 Silver Bells in the City, Lansing The city will glow for the Silver Bells in the City celebration, bringing together family and friends to start the holiday season. The Electric Light Parade, Silver Bells Village, lighting of the State Christmas Tree, fireworks over the Capitol dome and musical entertainment are all part of this Lansing tradition. Visit silverbellsinthecity.org for more information.

NOVEMBER 16 The Aimcriers at Lansing Brewing Co., Lansing Come by Lansing Brewing Co. for food, booze and the Aimcriers. Visit the Lansing Brewing Co. Facebook page for more information about this event.

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NOVEMBER 23 Mason Holidays Celebration and Light Parade, Mason The Mason Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting the 18th annual Mason Holidays Celebration. Join the gathering for the tree lighting where the Citizen of the Year and winner of the fifth-grade poster contest will give the command to light the tree. The lighted parade will arrive downtown shortly after the tree lighting. Check the Mason Area Chamber of Commerce Facebook page for more information about this event.

NOVEMBER 23 Live Music with Chris Canas Band at Lansing Brewing Co., Lansing Visit the Lansing Brewing Co. as they serve up hot #Blues, #Funk, & #Soul via the Chris Canas Band. Visit the Lansing Brewing Co. Facebook page for more information. ■

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