EDITOR’S NOTE

From the Editor LOZ IS THE PLACE TO BE MAKING THE MOST holiday seasonOF THE H aving grown up at Lake of the Ozarks, I always knew it was a special kind of place. It appears the secret is out. W e’ve started a new tradition in our household for the holidays. Like many families, we find it As we leave 2020 behind us and look hard to keep up with our hectic schedules forward to a new year, there are so many and put together a Thanksgiving meal things to be grateful for — one thing in with all the trimmings. Between working, particular is how the Lake of the Ozarks traveling, grocery shopping, cooking, and fared during a pandemic. cleaning up, there’s not much time left Sure, sacrifices had to be made and to actually relax and enjoy the moments businesses had to adapt among so much we have together — let alone do any Black uncertainty, but for the most part it Friday shopping (if that even exists this appears we came out ahead. People still year due to COVID). visited the Lake — in record numbers No matter how many times we —and many of them stuck around. would say to each other “we are not They still spent money and businesses going overboard this year,” we’d stayed open. Some are predicting we will find ourselves in the same situation and continue to see this growth for years to more stressed out than we intended. It come. doesn’t help that we have an array of With this being our “boat show” issue dietary restrictions around our dinner it was the perfect time to speak with table — vegan, diabetic, and meat-eaters local marine dealers, realtors, home builders, and other business owners to — don’t knock Tofurky until you’ve tried it…So a couple of years ago we decided to cpatires@gmail.com cpatires@lakemediaonline.com get their take on 2020. Everything they cater most of our Thanksgiving meal. Why had to say was positive and reinforced hadn’t we done this sooner? There are a few dishes we just have to have, like Mom’s what everyone is thinking — Lake of the Ozarks is the place to be. deviled eggs, but it sure takes the pressure off of doing everything and gives you time There were a lot of first-time boat buyers last year, so we talked to focus on what’s truly important during the holiday season. to the professionals to give you some tips to make your boat-buying Some people thrive on cooking and entertaining. I envy all those perfectly decorated experience even better (and safer). homes and tablescapes! One of our features in this issue provides some great tips for The same rang true with homes. Second homeowners were able to hosting that holiday gathering, whether it is a Friendsgiving celebration or a more spend longer periods of time here and those homes that were on the formal holiday dinner party. If you are one to go over-the-top, these tips will give you market didn’t stay there for long. some time and money-saving ideas for your next get-together.

We even took advantage of the booming real estate market and Between all of the hours preparing and executing that holiday party, make sure to purchased a fixer-upper, and are also in the process of putting a rental do a few of the activities featured in our cover story. Whether you are looking for some home up for sale. We are hoping the reward outweighs the risk and are alone-time at the spa or a place to take the grandkids, there are some fun and unique taking a leap of faith. things to do inside when the weather turns cooler. As the winter season settles in, the Many homeowners decided to make their homes more comfortable quiet season at the Lake gives us more of a chance to reset and do some of those things by making upgrades or adding on. Winter is a great time for home on our “to-do” list. For me, that’s Xtreme Bar Bingo and ice skating at Old Kinderhook improvement projects but you better not wait. Contractors are busier (what has become another holiday tradition). than ever with most booked for months. Wishing you a season filled with peace, gratitude, laughter and joy!

There’s no doubt the new year will bring with it its fair share of challenges, but if we all keep that sense of community and support going I have a feeling we will continue to be a desirable destination for many.

Wishing you many blessings, and a happy and healthy 2021!

6 LAKE LIFESTYLES // NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2020 EDITORIAL DIRECTOR

Joyce L. Miller

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