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Just when I seem to be completely overwhelmed by the frustrations of the modern world — painful political news, inbox full of emails and nagging feeling that I can’t win — it’s time for me to head out to the farm. In early 2016, I took care of my friend’s farm while she was officiating over her niece’s wedding in Fort Myers, Florida. Because no one was maimed or died on my watch, I was invited back to take the reins once again as my friend and her husband headed to Washington, D.C., to learn more about small farming laws. The night before I was to set out for the farm, which sits on the line between Shelby and Hancock counties, I happily packed my bags, loaded up some Lean Cuisine TV dinners and downloaded the Audible version of “Game of Thrones.” Although farm sitting is hard work and full of potentially scary moments, it’s also full of wins. There are the twice daily triumphs of getting the
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mischievous goats out of and into bed. There’s the feeling of success that accompanies gathering chicken eggs. And every time I manage to hug an alpaca without getting spit on or kicked, my heart swells with pride. The greatest achievement is keeping The Chicken Lady (TCL) alive. Some four months ago, a formerly nameless ISA Brown collapsed. It’s thought that she had a stroke, but the cause is perhaps not as concerning as the cure: Because TCL refuses to eat, she must be hand-fed. To get water in her, one fills a syringe with water and a touch of hemp oil and — squirt — down the gullet. To get food in her, one gently pries her beak open and drops in the grains, hoping that some will reach her crop. TCL fights
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against each feeding and therefore must be wrapped, burrito-style, in a towel. Of the challenges that would face me on the farm, TCL was the one I worried about the most; strange that a creature in such a vulnerable state would frighten me, isn’t it? I never had children for many reasons, the largest one being that I didn’t think I could be responsible for a tiny life that depended on me so completely. Oh sure, my cats depend on me, but I also have a feeling they’d be able to fend for themselves. But taking care of TCL was not quite as scary as I thought it would be; in fact, feeding her is a chance to give love in the simplest of formats: nurturing. Every evening, I set my iPhone on the front porch, along with a bowl of water and a bowl of oyster shells, dry cat food, pepitas and chicken pellets. As I force TCL to eat,
grain by grain, we listen to “Game of Thrones,” taking in the tales of a fictional land in which the characters’ accomplishments include destroying and conquering. There’s a sharp contrast between plot threads of death and destruction and my continuing drive to keep TCL alive and see her thrive. I have been a destroyer and conqueror, too. I have wrecked and plundered friendships and destroyed romantic relationships. But nothing compares to the way my heart swells each time I check in on TCL and hear her gentle murmur and know that she’s still in this mortal coil. To be sure, there’s achievement in vanquishing a foe and winning a war or battle, but the most satisfying feat is in nurturing.
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24 Hours in a Day
Things to Do
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Art House in the Red Room, the Bartholomew County Public Library’s film series, continues at 6 p.m. Sept. 20 with the 2010 British coming-ofage film, “Submarine.” Information: mybcpl.org.
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The sixth annual BucCornEar Festival, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sept. 23 at Jackson Township Fire Department, 4831 Helmsburg Road, 4 miles west of Nashville, features food and games and demonstrations. Admission is free; small donations required for games and food. Information: (812) 988-6201.
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Catch the last weekend of “Moonlight and Magnolias,” Sept. 21, 22 and 23 at the Brown County Playhouse, 70 Van Buren St., Nashville. Information and tickets: (812) 988-6555 and info@ browncountyplayhouse.org.
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See Annie Sellick and Pat Bergeson, 7:30 p.m. Sept. 22, at the Harlequin Theatre at Fair Oaks Mall. Tickets: $15 in advance at the mall office or at Viewpoint Books. Cash bar. Tickets at the door: $20. Student tickets: $10. Information and reservations: (812) 343-4597.
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Can’t get enough arty films? The Art House in the Red Room film series, featuring 1955 French thriller “Les Diaboliques,” continues at 6 p.m. Sept. 26. Information: mybcpl.org.
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The Netflix show “13 Reasons Why” stirred controversy regarding teen suicide. The Bartholomew County Public Library offers its own response during “13 Reasons Why Not,” 6 p.m. Sept. 27, for teens and adults. Information at mybcpl.org.
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The Columbus Indiana Philharmonic’s popular Cabaret at The Commons continues with Tony Award nominee Santino Fontana, 7:30 p.m. Sept. 28. Tickets and information: (812) 376-2638 or visit theCIP.org.
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Are you ready for a good scare? The Haunting begins Fridays and Saturdays Sept. 29 through Oct. 28 at Shireman Homestead, 7060 W. County Road 200N. Information: shiremanhomestead.com.
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Help your neighbors during the Sans Souci Auction Fundraiser, 10 a.m. to noon Sept. 30, 1526 13th St. Doors open at 9 a.m. Information: (812) 372-3419.
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The Community Book Read Kickoff — Rock Painting Party will be 2 to 4 p.m. Sept. 30 at the library plaza and the Hope branch. Information: mybcpl.org.
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“Thirty minutes of moderate exercise are recommended for adults each day, and it does not have to be done at one time,” says Purdue Extension educator Harriet Armstrong. “Break it up into 10-minute time periods if that works better for you.”
13 The Columbus Area Arts Council and Columbus Regional Health are partnering to present “Lunch and Learn” art talks during which community leaders will present one-hour seminars on their work in Columbus’ arts scene while you enjoy a lunch sponsored by WellConnect. The lunchtime talks will take place at noon on Sept. 27 and Oct.11 at WellConnect, 237 Washington St. Attendance is free but requires registration at events. eventzilla.net/e/2138927844.
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Concerts at the Harlequin Theatre kick off with Buck’s Stove and Range Co. Reunion Concert, 7:30 p.m. Oct. 6, and The Graveyard Stompers, 7:30 p.m. Oct. 21. Information and reservations: (812) 343-4597.
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October is national walking month, aka Walktober. Visit gohealthycolumbus.org for more ideas of how to get moving.
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“To get the benefit needed from the time spent walking, do the ‘talk test,’” Armstrong says. “Walk so that you can talk, but fast enough that you do not have enough breath to sing. One of the best ways to ensure that you will keep with it is to have a walking buddy to whom you are accountable.”
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Save your appetite for the annual Ethnic Expo, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Oct. 13 and 14, corner of Washington and Second streets. Ethnic food booths, entertainment, international bazaar. Parade along Washington Street at 11 a.m. Oct. 14.
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Hear beautiful live music during Fridays@First, First United Methodist Church sanctuary, 618 Eighth St. Scheduled: Movie Sing-A-Long, 6:30 p.m. Oct. 20; Jim Gill, 7 p.m. Nov. 3; and Amanda Sesler, 7 p.m. Nov. 17. Doors open 30 minutes before each presentation.
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Be sure to get tickets for Columbus Area Arts Council’s annual fundraiser, UnCommon Cause, scheduled for Oct. 21 at the Columbus Learning Center. Information: artsINcolumbus.org.
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Get your tickets for YesFest, Yes Cinema’s annual film festival, Oct. 27 to 29 at 328 Jackson St. Information: yesfilmfestival.com.
Create something one-of-a-kind at Indiana artist Lisa Pelo’s Hot Blown Glass glass-making workshops, Oct. 27 and 28 in front of The Commons. Registration is required. Information: artsINcolumbus.org.
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The Columbus Indiana Philharmonic’s 2017-18 season continues with “Celebrating the Reformation: 500th Anniversary,” 7:30 p.m. Oct. 28 at Columbus North High School auditorium unless otherwise specified. Tickets and information: (812) 376-2638; online at thecip.org; and in person at 315 Franklin St.
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The McGuires will perform Nov. 4 at the Little Hope Opry of Willow Leaves, 326 Jackson St., Hope. Information: willowleavesofhope@gmail. com and (812) 546-0640.
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Help yourself to some “Southern Hospitality,” a dinner theater presentation 6 p.m. Oct. 6, 7, 13 and 14 and 1 p.m. Oct. 8 and 15, at Little Hope Opry of Willow Leaves, 326 Jackson St., Hope. Information: willowleavesofhope@ gmail.com and (812) 546-0640.
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Phi Beta Psi
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In July, seven members of the Columbus chapter of Phi Beta Psi, a service sorority that raises money for cancer research, attended the national convention in Albuquerque, New Mexico. During the convention, Adrienne Hatton of Columbus was elected national first vice president. She will serve a two-year term. Phi Beta Psi members voted to give $499,749 to nine cancer research physicians/centers across the United States. Each spring, the Columbus chapter hosts Designer Purse Bingo. The 2017 event in April netted nearly $18,000.
From left, Jo Linda Meier, Teresa McClanahan, Martha Smith, Adrienne Hatton, Angie Toner, Stephanie Smotherman, and Alpha Aldridge
Helping out is sweet Oh Sweetie Specialty Treats owners Derek and Nichole Young have spearheaded a volunteer initiative. Dubbed the Oh Sweetie’s Community Crew, the group consists of the Youngs and roughly 70 customers who like to help in the community. The Youngs take care of the logistics so volunteers can focus on the tasks at hand. So far, the group has had a decided impact. “Our goal for the year was to donate 200 hours of collective service,” Derek says. “We raised it to 300 as a stretch goal.” 8 She Magazine // September 2017
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In what is sure to be a lucky event, Déjà Vu Art and Fine Craft Show organizers are embarking on their 13th year. Featuring art and fine crafts made of recycled materials, the show, set for 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 11 at The Commons, is always a hit with folks getting a jump on their holiday shopping. This year, New Albany’s Kent Epler is the featured artist. His work is best described as mixed media or fiber art sculpture. His characters range from cowboys and pirates to fantasy creatures, but among his favorites are his “sassy girls” (above). Each figure begins with a body frame built of dowel rods and blocks, and then the skin is sewn and stuffed. Finally, his creations come to life when Epler begins designing their clothing and accessories. Most of his work is sold to galleries, but he enjoys taking his show on the road. This year, Déjà Vu attendees will also find willow furniture, jewelry made of antique buttons, and necklaces made of dried paint. Information: Visit Facebook @Deja Vu Art and Fine Craft Show.
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Informal cancer support group offers chance for fun By Glenda Winders
The employees at the Columbus office of the Franciscan Health Cancer Center call them “Ruby and friends,” and rightly so. After all, it was Ruby Pruitt who met three other chemotherapy patients, one by one, and turned their shared situation into first a support group and then friendship. Pruitt is the one who convinced all of them to dress up for Halloween and New Year’s, to wear ugly sweaters at Christmas and to rent a cabin for a weekend getaway. “I said, ‘We’ve got to have some fun with this, girls,” says Pruitt, who lives in Nashville. “This stuff is not for sissies, and laughter is the best medicine.” Sometimes Pruitt goes to the center when she isn’t scheduled for treatment just to cheer her pals on, and she loves to share information that has been helpful to her. When one patient had sores in her mouth, she suggested a special toothpaste and mouthwash and told her to eat lots of watermelon.
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Pruitt offers all of this while undergoing her fourth bout with breast cancer and chemotherapy. Georgia Key from Bedford has also had multiple recurrences with the disease. “This group is like having a new set of sisters,” Key says. “We talk about everything. If one’s down, we lift her up; if one has had a bad experience, we have sympathy and tell her it’s going to get better.” The women like the smaller, more intimate atmosphere in the infusion room at the local center compared to larger, more impersonal hospitals where they have previously had treatments. “We sit back there and talk and laugh and cut up,” says Donna Henry of North Vernon. “You can’t sit around and cry about it. That won’t get you anywhere.” Henry says the group has become like a family to her. They call one another to see how things are going between treatments, and their spouses have become friends, too.
Dr. Meghana Raghavendra, Franciscan hematologist/oncologist, says the depth of a friendship that grew out of their meeting through chemotherapy is unusual. “We see patients talking while they are waiting,” she says. “But such close relationships are not that common. This is quite unique to these women.” Raghavendra says their support of one another has both physical and mental benefits. “Mental health is typically compromised when people learn they have cancer,” she says. “I think to have that support group that they can lean on and emotionally cope with their diagnosis,
treatment and side effects impacts how well physically they’re able to handle their treatment. They are their own little support system.” “These are absolutely phenomenal ladies,” she adds. “I’m truly blessed that I can take care of them.” The group isn’t closed, and other women have taken part for the duration of their treatments since the core group has been together. “We’ve got our own language, even though we have different types of cancers,” Pruitt says. “We can’t control our situation, but we can control how much fun we have.” September 2017 // She Magazine 11
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Gaining Ground CRH’s Breast Health Center makes diagnostic addition By Glenda Winders
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This year’s routine mammogram turned out to be a pretty traumatic event for Jacque Wilson. “I went in for the test and left feeling fine,” she says. “Then I got the phone call less than 24 hours later that I needed to come back. I started thinking, ‘Oh my God, what did they find?’ and it was four days before I could get back in.” When she did go back, the news was good, but she had been frantic during the wait. “You talk to yourself,” Wilson says. “You think, ‘Should I tell anybody? What will I do if there’s a problem?’” “Call-backs are awful,” says Deana Tuell, manager of Columbus Regional Health’s Breast Health Center. “We know people panic.” “You can’t help but panic,” Wilson says. “It’s human nature.” But the chance of Wilson and all the other women who have their annual exams at CRH having to go through this kind of stress in the future just got a whole lot smaller. On July 10, the center began using digital breast tomosynthesis, also known as 3-D mammography.
The new machine, made by Hologic, takes 15 1-millimeter images of breast tissue instead of the standard front and side views. “What we are looking for as nurses, technicians and physicians is clarity when we look at breast tissue,” says Tammy Creech, a nurse navigator who has worked at CRH for 30 years. “We used to be able to see only two views, and now we can look at all different angles. We can see something that might be hiding between two areas. Think of cutting an apple in half as opposed to an apple in several different slices. With 2-D technology, breast tissue would overlap, and we’d have to call patients back. That wasn’t uncommon.” The center expects 40 percent fewer call-backs, and Creech says many of those will be for ultrasounds rather than repeat mammograms, which means women won’t have to have their breasts compressed again or be exposed to additional radiation. And the news is especially good for the one in eight women whose mammograms will reveal that they have cancer. Small cancers can hide in dense tissue,” Creech says. “Sometimes you don’t see that until it’s a certain size. Now they’re finding them smaller and earlier, and the earlier we find them, the better the prognosis for five-year survival. That’s pretty impressive.” Hologic statistics claim the technology detects breast cancer 15 months earlier than before and that 41 percent more invasive cancers are found than with conventional mammography. The procedure itself is pretty much the same as it used to be. The patient approaches the machine, and the technologist situates the breast, compresses it and takes the pictures. The only difference is that an arm will swing from left to right over the breast to take the multi-
one in Indiana — that will make breast ple images. While this is happening, the biopsies quicker, easier and safer. If a woman must remain completely still. lump is found, it might be removed the “We even ask them to hold their same day with no need to schedule surbreath,” Creech says. “If you have movement the images will be blurred, and we gery. Clinicians will now have a 360-decan’t see the picture.” gree view of the breast, which will The center will continue to offer tramean less time spent with the breast in compression. They’ll be able to identify ditional mammograms for anyone who and target the questionable areas more prefers them or who has conditions such quickly, thus causing less stress and risk as tremors from Parkinson’s disease that of injury for the patient. prevent them from being able to do this. The new equipment “It takes maybe cost more than $1 three seconds longer, million, made possible and there’s a tiny bit “We used to be able in part by donations more radiation but to see only two views, to the hospital’s founstill less than a chest and now we can look X-ray,” says Patti dation. One $50,000 at all different angles. Torre, a registered donation earmarked technologist at the for this project was We can see something center. made by Barbara and that might be hiding She says the maDavid Kirr. The couple between two areas.” have been involved chine also comes with with the hospital for good news for the peo—Tammy Creech nearly 50 years, and ple who operate it. “It they became excited makes it better for us about the breast center when they were ergonomically,” she says. “We can raise invited to a National Cancer Survivors and lower the workstation and monitors Day event. with a foot switch.” “I left there and thought, ‘Wow! This Operators are identified by their is the kind of environment you want to fingerprints, and taking the images is be in when you’re dealing with cancer,’” easier than it used to be. Creech says the Barbara says. radiologists who read the images report They had run into a friend from their that it takes them a little bit longer, but church at the celebration who told them ultimately they save time because of what excellent care she had received, fewer call-backs. And fewer call-backs that she felt everyone cared about her means money saved. and that she wasn’t just a number. The initial images are a little bit more “That was the catalyst that started expensive, but Creech said there is no David and me thinking about a gift,” she up-charge as there is at some 3-D facilisays. “It takes all kinds of people making ties, and the center is accepting whatever gifts to make these things happen, but insurance will pay. we were proud that we were able to do “We want to treat everyone the same,” our part. Isn’t it wonderful that we have she says. this quality of care in our city.” The mammogram equipment isn’t Wilson would agree. “I’m glad to hear the only thing that’s new at the center. they’ve got the new machine,” she says. They’ve also installed a stereotactic “That’s a real relief.” prone biopsy table — currently the only September 2017 // She Magazine 13
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When Joy King, her husband, Michael, and their sons, Tyler and Alex, moved to Columbus from Seattle in 2008, they thought it would be a fun adventure. Five years into the adventure, they realized how much their sons enjoyed the town. “That’s when we realized we were probably going to stay here permanently,” Joy King says. “That’s when we realized we were establishing permanent roots here.” King started casting around for her next career move. She thought about how much she’d enjoyed volunteering with the United Way in Seattle. Previously, she worked as an analyst for the Boeing Co. “It was Michael who suggested that because I had such a history of volunteering and because I enjoy volunteering, that I go down to the Volunteer Action Center,” King says. Volunteer Action Center Executive Director Angie Hubel hired her on the spot for the role of volunteer resource manager. In her current position, King is responsible for helping coordinate programs at United Way of Bartholomew County that address issues of hunger, providing marginalized individuals with access to health care and implementing asset-based community development programs. In June, King added another role to her roster when she became the newest board member of the Human Rights Commission. She applied for the position after hearing from HRC Director Aida Ramirez that the spot was open.
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What are your plans surrounding the Human Rights Commission appointment? Why did you want to join the board?
I have deep convictions about inclusion. I aspire for greater understanding and awareness in our community that we are more similar than we are different. I used to think I was so different than my parents. They used to embarrass me, like all parents, right? My dad joined the U.S. Navy in 1958, and he has memories of being subjected to the Jim Crow laws. He faced varying levels of discrimination through the 1960s. He was an Asian-American, and some people thought he was lucky that way because he wasn’t black, but he doesn’t describe it that way. Being Asian, he didn’t get to decide for himself how to interpret the rules. It was up to others depending on every different setting, so the rules were always changing; others decided if he fit with whites, sat in the middle of the pack or stayed with blacks. He was always in a state of flux, the unpredictable and the uncertain. As a young man living in America, he did not have the freedom to live with ease. This shaped his frame of reference in life and never really left him. My dad was very successful in the Navy. He was a very hard worker, and he used his brain to get ahead.
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I remember an episode as a teen, when he was driving and I was in the back seat, he was pulled over for speeding. He took the ticket and didn’t say anything. My mom asked if he was speeding, and he replied that he wasn’t at all. Knowing my dad, I believed him because he was conscientious and the slowest driver ever. I said, “Why didn’t you stand up for yourself and say something?” I remembered thinking at the time, in my ignorant teenage mind, that he looked so small. After turning 50, I have become softened in my heart from all my reflections. I stopped being so judgmental and started to understand that there are a gazillion stories behind every face that brought people to where they are today. My parents are U.S. citizens. My dad has dedicated over 40 years of his life to the military, is willing to die for this country in service, yet he still speaks with a bit of an accent, and people may make assumptions about him on initial interactions. My parents have sacrificed, worked hard, laughed, once been young, had dreams, and now they are happily retired. They are no different in their hearts than you or me. No matter where we come from or what we look like on the outside, we are often more similar than we are different. What changes do you foresee in our community?
People are inherently powerful; they can create change. I believe in this community because it has so much going for it. There are vast differences between living in Seattle, a metropolitan city of 2 million (countywide), and living in a smaller city. I would go for years in the Seattle suburbs without running into someone I knew at the grocery store, whereas here in Columbus, it’s just a part of our everyday life, running into people we know constantly. Columbus also has a great amount of pride in that we care deeply about the city’s history, architecture, culture and people. I remember someone calling this city the perfect size, like Goldilocks. The opportunity for change is at everyone’s fingertips; it’s just a matter of becoming intentional on where we want to go as
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a community and getting involved on an issue you care about, if you haven’t already. What does an inclusive community look like?
I feel like an inclusive community is one that is beyond tolerance. I feel like an inclusive community is one that is accepting of others, but also is one that listens to one another, that reaches over and wants to know who the other person is about, that is excited to be able to say, “I want to get to know who you are. I want to know even though maybe you look different or maybe sound different or you are someone I can’t really relate to. I want to understand who you are because I value you as a person.” How do people get involved?
I start by learning and becoming more aware of what is going on around me. Even if I feel like I already am familiar with my current surroundings, there is an opportunity to increase my awareness to a new level. Sometimes I just ask questions. Other advice I often give is simply extend a helping hand and volunteer at your nonprofit of choice. You can contact me directly if you are not sure where to get started. Or become aware of what is happening up and down your street, in your neighborhood, in your child’s school. Make sure you are registered to vote, understand the issues and participate in the election cycles. What are your core beliefs?
People of all backgrounds, shapes and sizes are so capable and talented in what they bring to the table. It takes an openness of spirit and mindset to be inclusive of the differences of thought, cultural ways and physical mannerisms, for example. Kindness, generosity of spirit and a focus on singular actions are just as important as anything else. And being generous — generous with praise, generous with compliments, time, patience, hope for one other, giving the benefit of the doubt when things seem not quite right, generous with what you have to offer, smiles and support, cheers for others. It’s the boomerang effect, right? Whatever you dish out in the world comes back to you tenfold, 100; sometimes it feels like a million-fold.
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Remember my saying I was looking forward to finally having some downtime after the wedding and then after the move? I had big plans for relaxing and slowing down, and I couldn’t wait to not have anything to plan. Looks like we won’t be slowing down anytime soon: We’re having a baby. We found out I was pregnant three days after we moved into our house, and ever since, I’ve been researching strollers, losing my mind over adorable baby clothes and mostly avoiding thinking about how I actually have to give birth. The good news (as if that news wasn’t good enough) is I have actually been able to slow down and relax, but that’s mostly because I don’t have energy for anything. I was very lucky my first trimester and didn’t suffer too much, but my energy level tanked big time. Coupled with dizziness and a general blah feeling that’s lasted into my second trimester, we’ve definitely been getting our money’s worth from new couches bought for our bigger living room. I’ve also started watching every video I can find on YouTube detailing
newborn must-haves and talking to the moms I know about what products they couldn’t live without for their babies. I like having as much information as possible, but unfortunately you don’t know ahead of time if your baby is going to like the swaddle blankets that zip up or the ones you have to wrap like a burrito. And don’t even get me started on baby clothes sizing. I know the newborn onesies are going to probably be too small (my husband and I are both pretty tall), but darn it, they’re so cute. All this research is really a distraction from the fear I have over becoming a parent. I’ve wanted children my entire life, but the idea of being responsible for someone’s life is daunting. You can read every book available and talk to every parent, and they’ll all pretty much have the same thing to say: Yes, it’s scary. But it’s also amazing. Even with all the horrible possibilities of what could go wrong, it’s all worth it. Instead of worrying about what I can’t control and focusing on the negative, I’m going to try to enjoy this pregnancy and yes, maybe finally relax just a little.
Catherine Winkler is a Columbus resident and author. You can find out more online at catedashwood.com.
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No Plant is An Island For natural landscapes, think of plant groups, not specimens By Katherine Roth, Associated Press
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This past growing season, did your plants look lonely, surrounded by small patches of high-maintenance bare soil? If they looked like they were suffering in solitary confinement, maybe that was the case. If you’re spending part of your fall planning your next garden, keep this in mind: Many plant and landscape experts have begun thinking of plants in terms of communities, instead of as individual specimens. They recommend that home gardeners look to the wild for inspiration. “Thinking of plants in terms of masses and groupings, as opposed to objects to be placed individually in a sort of specimen garden, is what most young people are really responding to now,” says Brian
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Sullivan, vice president for landscape, gardens and outdoor collections at the New York Botanical Garden. The shift in landscaping toward looking at plants as interrelated species gained prominence almost a decade ago with the opening of the High Line, a public park built along an old elevated rail line in New York City, Sullivan says. In a move considered radical at the time — but replicated in parks and gardens across the country since then — the designers of the High Line went with a wilder look, with plantings resembling roadside grasses and wildflowers more than a traditional garden. Many horticulturalists and landscapers say such gardens — with consideration of how plants benefit each other, and birds, insects and other wildlife — look better for more of the year, and are more functional and self-sustaining. For landscape designer Thomas Rainer, co-author of “Planting for a Post-Wild World: Designing Plant Communities for Resilient Landscapes” with Claudia West (Timber Press, 2015), his epiphany began when he pulled over to the side of a road one day and really looked at what was growing naturally there. “I’d been puzzling over how we can reach this holy trinity of beauty, low maintenance and functionality in landscaping. Looking more carefully at this weedy neglected patch at the side of road, I saw that it was way more biodiverse than I’d ever dreamed. I counted 23 species in just one tiny section. It was kicking my garden’s butt in terms of biodiversity,” says Rainer, who has designed landscapes for the U.S. Capitol grounds, the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial and
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the New York Botanical Garden, as well as gardens from Maine to Florida. “If you look at the way plants grow naturally, it’s completely different from the way they grow in most parks and gardens,” he says. “If you look at functioning communities of plants, they really maintain themselves.” “We have this peculiarly American habit of adding 2 or 3 inches of mulch a couple of times a year, but green mulch — ground cover — happens naturally if we let it,” he says.
He reminds home gardeners that “there’s a huge range of self-spreading, less-sexy plants that create the conditions for stability for the upright plants and require almost no maintenance whatsoever.” Aesthetically, too, the right ground cover adds dimension to the more dramatic plants around it, making a landscape visually interesting throughout the year, he points out. Those interested in adopting this approach can start by seeing bare soil as the
enemy. “There isn’t much bare soil at all in the wild,” Rainer points out. “Every inch is covered, and there are various levels of plants all packed in together.” He recommends getting on your knees and examining your garden from a rabbit’s perspective, then planting the bare patches with groundcover, ideally native, like sedges or even low perennials, many of which do well in the kind of dry, shaded areas that tend to be where the bare patches are found. “There’s been a huge rise in popularity of sedges, which come in a range of colors like icy blues or apple greens that can really set off the bright pinks of an azalea,” he says. Sullivan, at the New York Botanical Garden, says that “with the style we’re talking about, the plants are in interconnected masses, so they are functioning communities sharing the same space.” “One could be a trillium, a spring flower that somebody might see in March or April. When that finishes, somebody might see a fern or a carex,” he says. “Each plant takes the place of another during different seasons, so there’s never an empty moment. When the ephemerals finish, the perennials start to come up, the grasses, the sedges. And something else might come up in the late part of the season. So there’s a sequence. The garden changes, but the gardener only does the job once, by the planting.” Another fun thing to do is to step back and let the plants seed themselves for a season, Sullivan says. “Just watch and see what pops up, as opposed to planting every season.” September 2017 // She Magazine 19
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Supersized Art Home decorators embrace big, bold wall pieces By Kim Cook, Associated Press
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Not long ago, the only homes in which you’d see large-scale art hanging on the walls tended to be those of serious collectors. For everyone else, filling up a blank space meant going with something attractively innocuous that didn’t jangle with the sofa color. But something exciting is happening; we’re losing our trepidation over hanging bigger wall art with more impact. “Personal platforms like Instagram and Pinterest, and online forums like Core77 and Dezeen have made it really easy for people to find and share pictures of things they love,” says Alyson Liss-Pobiner of the New York firm Dineen Architecture + Design. “I really love using Instagram to share our own work and images that we find beautiful, interesting and inspiring,” she says. “As a result, images of designer projects have become much more accessible and reach much larger audiences.” Caleb Anderson, principal at Drake Anderson Interiors in New York, says a room doesn’t look finished without art. “Artwork establishes mood, defines personality and impacts emotion,” he says. It can connect furnishings and architecture, and draw people into a space. “Oversize pieces work particularly well above a sofa or bed,” he says. “Large art makes an impactful statement in an entry or at the end of a long corridor, making the otherwise void hall an interesting destination of its own.” Large-format work can create focus points throughout a home, making an impression “without creating a lot of visual noise,” Liss-Pobiner says. When you’re positioning large art, she says, don’t be
afraid to try something different. “In our room at Kips Bay Decorator’s Showhouse this year, we centered the bed on one wall with a large sofa on the opposite wall,” she says. They then placed a large blue concave mirror from Bernd Goeckler Antiques above the sofa, but slightly to one side. “The convention is to center the wall art above the furniture, but by freeing up that wall with an asymmetrical composition, we were able to keep the eye moving around the room,” she says. Large-scale art with typography can be affordable and add a dose of humor, say Mat Sanders and Brandon Quattrone of Consort Design, a bicoastal design firm. “If you’re looking to take the room in a more sophisticated direction, we also love large, painterly abstract pieces,” the duo said. Their online shop includes the figurative expressionist work of Kristen Giorgi of Atlanta’s NG Collective Studio, and Los Angeles artist Matt Maust’s kinetic mixed-media work. Anderson has some source suggestions, too, including the Loretta Howard Gallery in Manhattan. “They represent artists from some of my favorite movements and often in dramatic scale. I’m drawn to abstract expressionism, op art, minimalism and color field movements,” he says. He also recommends New York gallery Danese/ Corey for its large-scale paintings by artists of note, like Larry Poons and Connie Fox, and suggests 3-D compositions by artists such as Jeff Zimmerman, Matthew Solomon and Olafur Eliasson as alternatives to conventional paintings on canvas. For budget-friendly pieces, Anderson recommends Saatchi Art, Twyla, ArtStar and @60inches. Liss-Pobiner cited a wide variety of galleries and websites for researching, buying and framing art. “We’ve had good luck finding interesting work on Etsy as well,” she says. September 2017 // She Magazine 21
» home trends
W What a Waste
Stylish and savvy trash receptacles can tie a room together By Kim Cook, Associated Press
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When decorating a room, we don’t tend to give much thought to the waste receptacle. But the decorative details can be important. “They can make or break your best efforts,” says Diane Henkler, a decorator in Lake Murray, South Carolina. “The details are the fine tuning; you should give them the same thought and planning that you give to the major elements in the room.” You could plunk any utilitarian plastic bucket in the corner, but why not add something with a little dash to stash the trash? Some options that would make a space look pulled together and cohesive: Los Angeles designer Brendan Ravenhill calls his clever, clean-lined bin “the love child of a trash can and dust pan.” It’s made from a durable, powder-coated steel that resists chips and scratches; a handy dust pan made of birch, with coconut-skin bristles, attaches to the side of the dustbin with magnets. (brendanravenhill.com ) Lidded bins are a smart choice for the bathroom. Simple Human’s 10-liter, rectangular model has a slim profile that slides nicely between vanity and toilet. Easy-to-clean, odor-resistant metal, a sturdy foot pedal and a well-fitting lid make it a durable option. Or if you’re a tech lover, you might appreciate Simple Human’s 58-liter can that comes in several finishes, including trendy burnished bronze and rose gold. No need to tap the pedal or lift the lid; the can has a hand and voice-activated sensor. (simplehuman.com )
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If you don’t need a lid but would still like to use a liner, consider Rubbermaid’s Executive Series 3.5-gallon can. You fit your plastic waste bag over an inner liner, then a black-and-chrome outer bin slides over the top like a collar so the plastic bag won’t show. (rubbermaid.com ) Lexmod takes a whimsical approach with its Lava bin made of plastic molded to look like crumpled paper. It comes in white, black and an emphatic red. (lexmod.com ) More whimsical bins are to be found at overstock.com, including one made of resin molded into a tree stump, with a mother bear and cub climbing up the side. A trio of Kokopelli dancers cavorts around another resin bin in traditional Southwestern hues. Or art lovers might appreciate Van Gogh’s “Autumn Blossom” rendered on canvas and wood with a leather trim. Umbra Studio’s designer Henry Huang has created an elegant yet minimalist wood bin with an integrated handle. Choose from matte-finish stains in on-trend colors like teal, espresso and misty blue. (umbra.com ) Metallic accents add flair to a room. Urban Outfitters has a simple yet chic
copper cylinder that would work in bed, bath or office. Also here, there’s one with a silvery, iridescent finish. (urbanoutfitters.com .) Designer Annie Selke’s trio of copper wire bins could be used to hold crafts or accessories. (pineconehill.com ) Another option: The creative folks at Martha Stewart Living suggest combing antiques fairs and flea markets for old cracker barrels, sap buckets, woven baskets or ceramic canisters that can be used as wastebaskets. (marthastewart.com ) Or make your own. Henkler bought an inexpensive woven bin, spray-painted it and then worked strips of coordinating fabric through the basket weave. (inmyownstyle.com ) Repurpose an existing trashcan by giving it a new outfit. Choose felt, fabric or a decorative paper — gift wrap, scrapbook, newsprint, glossy magazine or handmade — and roll the can along the paper to trace the outline. Attach with glue or tape, and add top and bottom ribbon trim if desired. Leftover wallpaper or contact paper also works well. Add embellishments like stencils, pompoms or trinkets. Instructions can be found at hgtv.com and shelterness.com.
“They can make or break your best efforts. The details are the fine tuning; you should give them the same thought and planning that you give to the major elements in the room.” — Diane Henkler
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» health & beauty
It’s tempting to blow off a workout, but getting sweaty with your significant other definitely ups the fun factor and makes it easier to stick to. We asked some of our favorite swolemates (that’s internet speak for soul mates who like to get swole, as in muscular or swollen, together) about the creative ways they sneak in a workout and how it has improved their relationships.
Bill and Giuliana Rancic pose for a photo in Harrison, Idaho after winning a Mixed Doubles Pickleball Tournament.
Finding Your Swolemate Fit couples share tips on working out together Kelli Kennedy, Associated Press
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Giuliana and Bill Rancic: Make it fun The Rancics began working out together 11 years ago when they started dating and have been sweating together ever since. Their Instagram feed is full of cute photos of them water skiing, boating, golfing and carb loading at their restaurants RPM Italian in Chicago and Washington, D.C. Giuliana: “Bill and I recently started playing pickleball regularly and (we) love it. It’s like tennis meets pingpong and is a great workout and can get very competitive as well. We play it on outdoor courts, which is perfect for us since we both love being out in the sun. We also love to hike together or go to the gym together when the weather isn’t great outside. He’s the best workout partner I could ask for.” Bill: “Working out as a couple is another way to be together while doing something that is good for you. Even if your workweek is too busy, plan to set aside an hour each weekend to either go to the gym, play a sport or take a hike. At the very least, a walk around the neighborhood is a great way to get some exercise and reconnect.” Celeb trainer Anna Kaiser: Call a baby sitter, schedule a workout date She’s a fitness trainer to stars like Ryan Seacrest, Kelly Ripa and Shakira. Kaiser and her husband, Dr. Carlos Wesley, who are new parents, love to stay active, especially when they travel. They’ve been spelunking in Riviera Maya and hiking through the Amazon rain forest. They
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Jamie and George Hess working out together in New York City.
have paired up for a relay mini-triathlon in Montauk, New York, and created their own running tour of Paris and London. Carlos: “Last Sunday, my mom came over to watch the baby, and we headed into Central Park together for 45 minutes. We created an interval workout that alternated between short runs and a series of four exercises. (Run for seven minutes, then pushups, burpees, side planks, teasers; each exercise performed for one minute, then run for six minutes and perform each exercise for 45 seconds and so on.) I monitored the time, and Anna led the workout sections. We had the best time and came back to the apartment better parents than when we left.” Anna: “We are new parents, and we don’t have much time outside of work and baby duties. So it can get frustrating not to get time to focus on ourselves, or one another. Working out not only gets us out of the house, but it helps us get physical together, push ourselves harder than we would if we were solo, and achieve a short-term goal that we have to work toward together. Plus, I think it’s
Mike Aidala and Chelsey Khorus working on a skill called a Figa in New York’s Washington Square Park.
sexy to see him work out and push himself.” George and Jamie Hess: Find new friends through fitness Fitness has always been the foundation of the Hesses’ relationship. He even proposed on the treadmill at Barry’s Bootcamp class. The couple, who are public relation execs, chronicle their fitness journey to 25,000 Instagram followers through @NYCfitfam as a side gig. They say working out has helped them both lose weight and discover new things. They ran their first 5K three years ago and fell in love. Last year, they ran the NYC Marathon together. George: “Our date nights are now date days. While most people hire a baby sitter in the evenings, we hire ours on weekend mornings so we can head outdoors and share some fitness time and then grab a quick healthy bite on the way home. It’s so much more gratifying for us than having a “date night” dinner where we eat indulgent food and then regret it when our pants don’t fit the next morning.” Jamie: “I would recommend finding something you love to do together, like a boot camp or spin class, and then sign up for that a few days a week. Not only does the routine help with consistency, but another cool byproduct is making friends as a couple. Now that we have to juggle child care (meaning they have to trade off mornings at the gym), we set aside time on Sunday nights to go over our schedule for the week to make sure we both get in all the workouts we need. The most important
thing is scheduling the workouts and then making them non-negotiable.” Mike Aidala and Chelsey Korus: Working out together improves trust and intimacy Don’t be intimidated by their crazy impressive moves like one-armed handstands. These stunt masters met on the set of a photo shoot in New York’s Central Park and say they are each other’s toughest trainers and biggest cheerleaders. Chelsey: “Mike and I love to keep it playful and completely immerse ourselves in the environments we are in. If we happen to be strolling through the woods, we turn it into a free-running obstacle course. A quick dip in the reservoir turns into a long-distance swim to the other side. An afternoon in the city turns into a game of ‘Can you handstand here?’ Living this way together keeps the moment alive with possibilities, not to mention a great workout.” Mike: “When we work out together, especially doing high-risk acrobatic trust moves, it requires us to lean on each other’s strength, awareness and flexibility, which naturally fosters a closer relationship. She’s my teammate. ... The biggest benefits of training with your partner are the mental and emotional gains, not the physical ones.” September 2017 // She Magazine 25
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Transitional Tastes
As autumn inches ever closer (the equinox is Sept. 22), keep in mind that late summer is not all that different from early fall. Grab the last gasps of summer and drink in early autumn with these tastes that teeter-totter just on the line between the seasons. 26 She Magazine // September 2017
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RECIPE
PANKO-CRUSTED FISH WITH TZATZIKI Serves 4
Fishing for an easy dinner
1 small cucumber
By Katie Workman, Associated Press
4 (6-ounce) fillets barramundi, tilapia, haddock, halibut or other mild, firm-fleshed white fish
Any flaky white fish would be perfect in this recipe. You just want a mild, moist fish, which then will be encased in a crunchy coating, and a base for the flavorful, creamy and crunchy sauce. Serve this with some steamed or sauteed green beans to round out the plate. Tzatziki is one of the most classic Greek sauces, served with everything from pita (as a dip) to lamb to seafood. It’s a refreshing mix of cucumber, garlic and yogurt, and then the options broaden. You can add any number of fresh herbs, such as dill, oregano, mint, parsley, even the fronds of fennel bulbs. You can swap the garlic for shallots, or another member of the onion family. Olive oil is often added for a bit of richness, and there is usually some sort of acid, like lemon juice or vinegar, to give it a little kick. I added some chopped fennel to this version because I love its anise-y flavor. The amount of garlic is fairly light; add more if you wish. Different cultures have their own versions of cucumber yogurt sauce, and if you like tzatziki, it’s worth digging in deeper. And if you like tzatziki as much as I do, you may want to make extra to serve with pita chips the next day, or perhaps dollop it on a piece of grilled chicken or a chop. Leftover roasted meat thinly sliced and piled into a pita with tzatziki makes a great makeshift gyro. Tzatziki is best eaten within a day of making it, as the mixture can start to become watery from the cucumbers.
½ cup minced fennel ½ teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
Freshly ground pepper to taste 2 eggs, beaten 1½ cups panko bread crumbs 3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon chopped fresh mint 1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano 2 teaspoons lemon juice ½ teaspoon finely minced garlic 1½ cups plain Greek yogurt Peel the cucumber. Slice in half lengthwise and scrape out the seeds with a teaspoon. Grate the cucumber using the large holes on a box grater, or the grating blade in a food processor. Toss the cucumber with the fennel and salt, and place in a strainer over a bowl or in the sink. Season the fish with salt and pepper. Place the egg and panko into two separate shallow bowls. Stir the parsley into the panko. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Dunk each fillet in the egg, so that is it well coated, then dredge each fillet in the panko mixture. Place the coated fillets in the hot oil and saute the fish for about 3 to 4 minutes on each side, until cooked through and golden brown. Transfer the fish to a paper towel-lined plate. Use your hands to squeeze the cucumber mixture to press out any extra liquid, then place in a medium bowl. Add the mint, oregano, lemon juice, garlic and yogurt. Stir well, and add pepper and any additional salt as needed (remember the cucumbers and fennel were salted at the beginning). Serve the fish hot, with a spoonful of tzatziki on the side.
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RECIPE
BLUEBERRY PIE WITH CINNAMON FRENCH TOAST CRUST Serves 6 4 cups blueberries 1/3 cup dark maple syrup 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 2½ tablespoons cornstarch ¼ teaspoon table salt 2 large eggs, beaten lightly 1/3 cup whole milk 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 6 slices homemade-style white or whole-wheat bread, crusts discarded
Turn blueberry pie into breakfast By Sara Moulton, Associated Press
Here’s a ridiculously simple dessert — the happy marriage of blueberry pie and French toast with a little cinnamon sugar sprinkled on top. It’s perfect not only for blueberry lovers, but also for those home cooks who consider themselves dessert-impaired. For all of their wonderfulness, blueberries can be unpredictable, even in season. Some are sweet as candy. Others are tart enough to make your whole head pucker. Naturally, then, whenever you plan to make a recipe with blueberries, you have to start by tasting them. If the batch at hand is too sweet, ratchet up the acid in your recipe. If they’re too tart, add more of the sweetener. My favorite blueberry sweetener is maple syrup. The two go beautifully together. But be sure that your maple syrup is robust. Until just a few years ago, the strongest-tasting maple syrup was labeled Grade B. But then the labeling system was changed. Now your eyes should be peeled for the words dark or robust on the label. In general, the darker the color, the stronger the flavor. The filling is thickened with cornstarch, which has a tendency to clump up. Prevent clumping by carefully mixing the cornstarch into the berry-and-maple-syrup mixture at the start of the recipe, then give it a second vigorous stir two-thirds of the way through the baking period. One of this recipe’s bonuses is its versatility. Evenings you can serve it hot, right out of the oven, topped with whipped cream or ice cream, and call it dessert. Mornings you can serve it cold, topped with yogurt, and call it breakfast. Either way, you’ll find it delightful. 28 She Magazine // September 2017
1 tablespoon sugar 1 teaspoon cinnamon Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for garnish Preheat oven to 400 F. In a 9-inch deep-dish pie plate toss the blueberries with the maple syrup and the lemon juice. Combine the cornstarch and the salt in a small strainer and sift the mixture evenly over the blueberries. Stir the blueberries gently, using a rubber spatula until the cornstarch is dissolved and evenly distributed. Cover the pie plate with foil and bake the blueberries on the middle shelf of the oven for 20 minutes. Take the dish out of the oven, lift up the foil and stir the blueberries gently with the rubber spatula, scraping the bottom of the dish to mix everything well. Cover and bake another 10 minutes. In a bowl combine the eggs, milk and vanilla. Cut the bread slices in half diagonally. In a small bowl combine the sugar and cinnamon. When the blueberries are done, remove the foil and working with one bread half at a time, dip the bread in the egg batter, until it is well moistened but not soggy, letting the excess batter drip off and then place the slice on top of the blueberries. Continue with the remaining slices and the remaining batter, arranging the slices in an overlapping decorative pattern. Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar evenly over the bread slices and bake the pie for 12 to 15 minutes or until the bread slices are golden brown. Serve right away topped either with the ice cream or the whipped cream.
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By The Culinary Institute of America, Associated Press
If you’ve spent much time traveling in Mexico or the southwestern United States, you may have seen folks enjoying an agua fresca on a hot day. Agua frescas are simply water blended with sugar, fresh fruit, seeds (like chia) or dried flowers to make a refreshing, non-alcoholic drink. Fruits like lime, pineapple and watermelon are all popular in agua frescas, but none is more recognizable than the jewel-toned water of the hibiscus flower. Known across the region as agua de Jamaica, hibiscus aqua frescas are sweet and floral. The hibiscus’s use in traditional Latin American cooking doesn’t stop there. In Mexico, the bright red flower can be found in everything from tacos to quesadillas, salsas, liquors and desserts. Martin Matysik, a chef at the Culinary Institute of America, makes a hibiscus margarita, combining two of Mexico’s most beloved beverages for a hot weather (or any weather) cocktail. In this recipe, we’ve used mescal, the earthier cousin to tequila. It’s a distilled spirit derived from the agave plant and has many regional styles. You’ll also notice that the recipe includes honey liqueur, which should be available at most liquor stores. If you can’t find it, just omit it and add a dash of honey, which will provide the light sweetness and rich flavor that helps round out the tartness in the cocktail. Experiment with fragrant and floral honeys, like orange blossom. Since this drink is otherwise sweetened, use unsweetened hibiscus water. If you’d like, you can make a big batch (use about 1 cup of dried flowers for every 3 cups of water), reserve some for the cocktail and sweeten the rest to make a classic agua de Jamaica. Sweeten it to taste with simple syrup or agave syrup. The mixture also makes the perfect popsicle. Dried hibiscus flowers can be purchased online, but you’re likely to pay a premium. If you have a local market that specializes in Mexican or Latin American products, you will almost certainly find hibiscus flowers and other regional delicacies. Because if you’re making margaritas, tacos can’t be far behind.
RECIPE
HIBISCUS MARGARITA
Our recommendations for the hottest spots to eat in Columbus.
Serves 1 1 lime wedge, for preparing glasses (optional) Smoked vanilla salt, for garnish (optional) 2 ounces hibiscus water (recipe below)
Henry Social Club
1 ounce mescal 1 ounce honey liqueur
423 Washington St., Columbus (812) 799-1371 henrysocialclub.com
½ ounce orange liqueur 1 ounce agave syrup
Culinary adventures in a sleek setting: This is the dining experience you’ll find at Henry Social Club. More than that, the venue is proof positive that one doesn’t have to travel to get the kind of food experience found in a larger city. Since opening in late 2014, HSC staff, under the direction of owner and chef Gethin Thomas, have served up a mixture of large and small plate dishes, as well as steaks, salads, pizzas, pastas and pastries, and an extensive wine and spirit selection.
½ ounce freshly squeezed lime juice Sliced limes, for garnish Vanilla beans, for garnish (optional) Prepare a tall glass by wiping the lime wedge around the top rim. Dip the rim of the glass in smoked salt, fill with ice and set aside. In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine the hibiscus water, mescal, honey liqueur, orange liqueur, agave syrup and lime juice. Shake vigorously, then strain into the prepared glass. Garnish with lime and vanilla beans, if using, before serving.
Johnny Carino’s Italian Restaurant 870 Creekview Drive, Columbus (812) 372-2266 carinos.com
Hibiscus Water Makes 8 servings (about 2 cups) 2 cups water 2/3 cup dried hibiscus flowers In a large pitcher or container, combine the water and flowers. Set aside to soak for at least 4 hours or up to overnight. Drain in a fine mesh sieve, using a wooden spoon to press out all of the liquid, and discard the flowers.
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Dining Guide
Described as an authentic Italian restaurant with added spice, Johnny Carino’s features one-of-a-kind favorites, all handcrafted from the finest, freshest ingredients available. Order the ever-popular 16-layer lasagna or dive into a classic dish such as chicken Parmesan. If you’re ready for a new twist on Italian fare, try Johnny Carino’s Italian nachos or the jalapeno garlic tilapia.
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» transplanted spouse
Laboring over Pregnancy By katie willett
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Katie Willett has lived in Columbus since 2012. She loves trail running with her dog, playing guitar and eating at Lincoln Square Pancake House with her family.
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I gathered my co-workers around the table in the Volunteer Action Center to tell them I was pregnant and immediately burst into tears. Hormones, am I right, ladies? I was promptly and pleasantly suffocated by hugs and well wishes so endearing that I stopped crying and shared all my fears with them, which they immediately calmed with their loving, motherly ways. At that point, I was both thrilled and terrified to become a mother, but mostly thrilled. I had never been so healthy in my life; of course I would work out daily, continue eating my kale salads and quinoa breakfasts, and be a glorious pregnant goddess. Right? Yeah, not exactly. I wouldn’t use the term “glow” to describe myself during my pregnancy. Gray is much more accurate, and frail and dramatic. In addition to working at the VAC, I was still a personal trainer for Tipton Lakes Athletic Club. The reception of my big news at TLAC was just as warm. Still, pregnancy was not at all what I had planned on. It took everything I thought I knew about myself and my body and turned it on its head. I’ll spare you the lovely details of every pain, but suffice it to say, working out suddenly became incredibly difficult. For
me, exercise is akin to therapy; it lets my pent-up anxiety and tension out. So when I couldn’t work out anymore due to pregnancy symptoms, I developed depression to go along with all the pain. Great. And because I was diagnosed with pelvic symphysis dysfunction (a pubic joint dysfunction that basically prevents most movement of your legs), my boss at TLAC and I decided it was best if I took a hiatus from personal training until after I had the baby. After all, I couldn’t stand or walk for longer than 30 seconds. That decision crushed me. Despite the support, I’ve never felt so alone in my life as I did when I was pregnant. I roamed around my house for the last four months, in too much pain to go anywhere, do anything or speak to anyone other than to complain. I was a real treat to be around. Right around week 26 I started to itch. I mean really itch. Itching like no hive or bite or rash has ever made me itch before. My feet and hands were raw from my scratching; my arms and legs looked like I had been mauled by a tiger, so I called my doctor. They suspected I had something called cholestasis, a gestational liver disease (Only 1 percent of pregnant women get it. Lucky me!) in which your body secretes massive amounts of bile salts that can slowly poison your baby to death. I was already extremely stressed out, but the news that my body was actively trying to kill my baby pushed me over the edge. I became a total nut case and was harassing my doctors every day until they made a decision about my treatments. Thank goodness for the women at the Volunteer Action Center. My husband was
my rock, and he was wonderful and kind and patient during my pregnancy, but he could never relate to or understand what I was going through. My VAC girls got it; they let me whine and vent until all my tears were shed and all the hugs were administered. They shared their terrifying stories of pregnancy, birth and motherhood, and this bonded sisterhood is what got me through. In the end, I safely delivered my baby boy, and he is now a thriving toddler maniac, and as such, the light of my life. The Volunteer Action Center turned into a safe haven for me (as well as my baby) and continued to be so as I moved into full-on working mom mode. September 2017 // She Magazine 31
» the farmer’s daughter
W Mae Glick
With the news today and the issues in our community and country, it’s no wonder that many parents go to sleep at night thinking of their children’s safety and future. Some of us may even hold on so tight or so long that we don’t make it to our own beds. However, there is a lesson to be learned from letting go as they navigate through this world and this life. I attended a breakfast with one of our elected officials last year on the campaign trail while he was home from D.C. We were talking about differences in cities and towns around the state and the vast differences in our own communities. He said something that has stayed with me that I think of often: We built neighborhoods where the houses looked similar and the families led similar lives. We stopped living next to and learning from people Katie Glick lives with her who are different from ourselves, husband and daughter on their family farm separating us from an array of dinear Columbus. She verse people, backgrounds, issues shares her personal, and opinions. work, travel and farm life stories on her blog, I believe that creating deep “Fancy in the Country.” roots for children helps them develop who they are and who they will become. However, some parents don’t let their child’s roots grow beyond a seedling, which may never expand beyond the ground they are standing on. Creating roots for children to learn about
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Firm Roots in the World By Katie Glick
their heritage doesn’t need to take away their ability to grow wings, to learn from someone different than themselves and to flourish. I was raised to appreciate my family’s history and hard work and to always remember where I came from when I got to where I was going. However, I was told to learn and appreciate from others — no matter how different — while I was developing myself. I feel very fortunate that I live in a community that exposes me to different cultures and am excited to raise my daughter in a place that embraces diversity. While we have plans to travel with our children around the world and teach them about different cultures, we are also excited to come home to the cows and cornfields. People think it’s crazy when I tell them we want to travel (especially with our kids) and immerse ourselves in different cultures, but we learn so much about ourselves and others when we do. I hope you embrace where you come from but seek to learn what else is out there beyond the ground you are standing on. Our daughter may not want to travel and see the world as we do. She may be perfectly happy with her deep roots on the farm. But at least she will have been given the opportunity to make that decision and understand how others think, work and live. I would rather hold her tight while I show her the world than hold her tight and keep her from it.
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