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New construction townhomes with direct waterfront views plus a dock. These townhomes offer an open floor plan featuring a spacious Energy Star® kitchen, 3 bedrooms, a garage, & boat slip. Francine Cecieta

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Well-maintained, multi-unit Federal-style property with harbor views, two 1-bed units, and 2-bed. Offers original interior features: fireplaces, moldings, high ceilings. Also 4-bedroom barn. Ann Olivo & Chris Moore

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“The Boulders” Harborfront shingle/stone Eastern Point home with sweeping views. Classic 1890 home offers spacious rooms, five beds. Covered oceanfacing porches, 1+ acre waterfront grounds. Mimi Pruett

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Privately set on 10 acres, this amazing custom Colonial features a beautiful granite kitchen with dining area, spacious fireplaced living & dining rooms, 5 bedrooms and a 3 car garage. Deb Evans

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You are invited to our Classes at the Barn! See our website, RetirementCtr.com, for Jan-Feb 2015 class dates and details.

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Quarterly Economic Summit in late January at the Peabody Marriott – Special featured speaker to present stock and bond market expectations for 2015.

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2-part IRA Class, “Ed Slott’s Retirement Decisions Guide, 125 Ways to Save & Stretch Your Wealth” – All you want and need to know about IRA investing.

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“Gifting, Trusts & Other Tools for Estate Planning & Asset Protection” – Saving your home & other assets from nursing home expenses through proper estate & trust design.

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“Social Security Decisions are Easier to Make When You Know All the Facts!” – When and how to file for Social Security income and maximize the benefits.

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President of The Retirement Financial Center and a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional, holds Economic Summits and Retirement Planning Classes because he believes education is critical to making good financial decisions. With more than 44 years of experience in wealth management, retirement income planning, insurance, and pre-retirement planning, Tom understands the unique financial needs of seniors. At our website, RetirementCtr.com, read our latest newsletters, Ed Slott’s White Papers, and class information.

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Editor’s Letter

o you make New Year’s resolutions? I don’t. I gave them up because every time I’ve made a resolution, it seems like I’ve given up on it before Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Apparently, I am not alone. According to some 2014 research from the University of Scranton’s Journal of Clinical Psychology, the top New Year’s resolutions for last year were: lose weight, get organized, spend less/save more, enjoy life to the fullest, stay fit and healthy, learn something exciting, quit smoking, help others in their dreams, fall in love and spend more time with family. It is a safe bet that a lot of these items will be on many New Year’s resolution lists in 2015.

In glancing over that list, the first thing that jumps out is how vague most of them seem. Lose weight? How much? Quit smoking? By when? Spend more time with family? Doing what? Setting goals and trying to improve your life and the lives of those around you are worthy pursuits. At the same time, obtaining goals is more realistic if the goal is something tangible. Here is some more data from the Scranton research: • Percent of Americans who usually make New Year’s resolutions - 45% • Percent of Americans who infrequently make New Year’s Resolutions - 17% • Percent of Americans who absolutely never make New Year’s Resolutions - 38% • Percent of people who are successful in achieving their resolution - 8% • Percent who have infrequent success - 49% • Percent who never succeed and fail on their resolution each year - 24% • Percent of people in their 20s who achieve their resolution each year - 39% • Percent of people over 50 who achieve their resolution each year - 14% • Resolution maintained through first week - 75% • Past two weeks - 71% • Past one month - 64% • Past six months - 46% The study also found that people who explicitly make resolutions are 10 times more likely to attain their goals than people who don’t explicitly make resolutions. Make a resolution this year if there is something you want. Make it specific, make it tangible, and go after it with all of your might.

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Staying Nimble J Barrett & Company has built a tradition of excellence and community involvement. Article Bethany Tomich | Photography Provided

ounded in 2007, J Barrett & Company is a privately owned real estate agency with offices in Beverly, Prides Crossing, Gloucester, Ipswich, Manchester-by-the-Sea and Marblehead. The agents of J Barrett & Company stand by the values by which the company was founded, to provide the highest level real estate services to its clients with uncompromising attention to detail and quality of service. Couple this tradition of excellence with a focus on community involvement and support, and J Barrett & Company is not only the premier independently owned real estate agency on the North Shore and Cape Ann but also one of the most committed to the community. Starting a real estate company at the beginning of a recession and during a dramatic change in the real estate market, President, CEO and

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Founder Jon Gray focused not only on the success of his clients but remaining flexible. “As a small business, we were able to be flexible,” he says. “We are nimble in our approach in a way that larger companies cannot be, which enables us to treat each seller and buyer uniquely.” That flexibility and creativity has made J Barrett & Company the premier real estate agency on the North Shore not only through the economic downtown but also through today. “We are an independently owned real estate firm, and though we have national and international affiliations, we treat each client as if we were a boutique agency. This allows us to consistently adapt our approach to fit the needs of each client,” says Gray. “Our door is always open, and we encourage everyone to come in

and chat with an agent. We are a family and the North Shore is our home. Our agents have years of experience and with our sophisticated tools we’re able to help every type of buyer and seller, from developers to first time homebuyers.” Gray and his marketing team’s commitment to each client means that they not only treat the sale of each home individually but also go the extra mile to make sure that the property is marketed correctly. Gray travels to each home and walks through with agents during their Tuesday Caravan. This individual attention for each seller is a hallmark for J Barrett & Company and is evidence of the firm’s unique attention to detail and commitment to every individual client. “We look at each home individually and tell its story in a way that other firms may not,” says Gray. By pairing a seller with an expert agent and utilizing the firm’s extensive marketing department, each seller has access to a customized marketing strategy specific to their property. In addition, using an array of marketing resources and cutting-edge technology, the team at J Barrett & Company combines in-depth knowledge of real estate with innovative technology to produce original tools that will increase the appeal of a property. J Barrett & Company and its agents are loyal to their communities on the North Shore and since its inception has been committed to returning to the community the gifts they’ve been given. Community involvement is an important value for all members of

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“Supporting our community is essential for its growth,” says Gray. “Since we opened, we have made sure to return to the community every gift it has given us.” This year, the J Barrett & Company Manchester office awarded its first annual J Barrett & Company Scholarship. This scholarship will be awarded annually to a Manchester High School student interested in pursuing a college business degree. Agents from the Manchester office contributed to the scholarship program and J Barrett & Company matched the total amount raised. “We appreciate the enthusiastic response our business has received over the past seven years from the Manchester community. This is an opportunity for us—the brokers and the company—to give back to the entire community,” says Gray. Buying and selling a home is different for everyone, and J Barrett & Company’s agents know how to support each unique situation and help their clients get the most for their dollar. By working closely with each buyer and seller and using their carefully honed skills and attention to detail, the agents of J Barrett & Company are able to support each situation and act proactively on behalf of their clients. “The real estate market has changed,” says Gray. “We need to be flexible and act swiftly on behalf of our clients.” Gray says that the seasonality of real estate is also changing. While homebuyers used to wait until the summer to look for homes, the Internet enables buyers to look at homes earlier and earlier in the year. “Buyers are looking at homes in December and January in preparation for buying homes in the spring and moving in during the summer ahead of the school year,” says Gray. “We start working with sellers in the winter to help them get their homes ready to put on the market because we know that this trend is removing the seasonality of the business.” J Barrett & Company has been ahead of the curve when it comes to this change in the market. By giving its agents the tools for success, aggressively marketing homes online and in print, and providing individualized attention and care only an independent real estate firm can offer, it is no wonder that J Barrett & Company and its clients have seen success and growth since 2007. To contact J Barrett & Company, visit any of its offices in Beverly, Prides Crossing, Manchester-by-the-Sea, Gloucester, Ipswich or Marblehead, by calling 978.922.2700 or by visiting the company online at JBarrettRealty.com.

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New ownership and renovation reinvigorated The Wild Horse Café. Article Eric Slack | Photography Provided

nyone familiar with the restaurant scene in Beverly knows all about The Wild Horse. Once known as The Wild Horse Tavern, it has been one of the go-to destinations in the Garden City for nearly two decades. When co-owner and head chef Sam Hunt took over the restaurant with his business partner, Matt Blanchard, they reopened in early 2013 as The Wild Horse Café. They renovated the interior in the spring of 2013, and The Wild Horse remains as popular as ever. “This place had a great brand name, and we new we could hit the ground running,” Hunt says. “We’ve seen midweek business pick up, and we’ve maintained strong weekends.” Located at 392 Cabot St. in Beverly’s Gloucester Crossing neighborhood, The Wild Horse is open for lunch from Tuesday to Sunday from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and for dinner on Sunday to Wednesday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Thursday to Saturday from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. The Wild Horse also offers a late night menu on Sunday to Wednesday until 11 p.m. and Thursday to Saturday until 12 a.m. Bolstering the menu are ingredients sourced as locally as possible. The Wild Horse also features audaciously flavored fare, and it takes advantage of its open kitchen and custom-made hardwood grill. Among the restaurant’s many popular items are nachos, poutine, flatbreads and burgers. The price points are reasonable, with starters ranging from $7 to $12 while sandwiches and burgers top out at $10. Lunch entrees average $14, while dinner options range from around $17 to $32. There is also a small but delectable selection of deserts, including chocolate cake, a seasonal fruit crisp and crème brulee. “I want people to feel comfortable when they look at the menu,” Hunt says. “We offer refined, rustic fare presented in a unique way. The more love we put in, the more love we get out.” Drink offerings have been a Wild Horse calling card since its 16

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earliest days. On tap, the Wild Horse offers two-dozen selections, including many craft beers. There is also a wide selection of bottled beers and classic pounders. Additionally, The Wild Horse offers a wide variety of red and white wines by the glass and bottle, as well as an eclectic mixture of cocktails that includes a playful array of tasty martinis. “The public has never been so educated about their options, so we must surpass their expectations with fun infusions, wines from different regions, and an array of craft beers.” Aesthetically, The Wild Horse is a blend of whimsy and relaxation. The restaurant has two distinct sides, with a lounge and dining room separated by a bar. The renovations opened one side of the bar, making it accessible to the dining room. This made the entire space feel bigger and more inviting. Renovations also added a 12-person, refurbished oak community table on the dining room section closest to the bar. Renovations to the bar area included the addition of a number of flatscreen TVs. Large, cushy chairs remain a Wild Horse staple in the dining room area on the far side of the restaurant away from the bar. “We wanted to bring the bar into the dining room more,” Hunt says. “Now we really offer three choices: the dining room, the community table in front of the open kitchen and the bar.” The Wild Horse name has proven its staying power in Beverly. For a casual lunch, a romantic dinner or a special event, The Wild Horse Café is still one of Beverly’s hottest spots.

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Wilton Snowflake Tube Pan 1 box (18 ounces) brownie mix Water, oil and eggs to prepare mix 4 graham crackers, broken into bite-size pieces 1/3 cup milk chocolate chips 2 1/2 cups miniature marshmallows • Preheat oven to 325°F. Prepare tube pan with vegetable pan spray. • In large bowl, stir together brownie mix, water, oil and eggs until well combined. Fold in broken graham crackers. Pour into prepared pan and smooth so batter is evenly distributed. • Bake 24-26 minutes, or until toothpick inserted in center of brownie comes out nearly clean. Cool in pan on cooling grid 10 minutes. • Remove from pan and sprinkle with chocolate chips. Let sit 5 minutes; spread over top. Cover with marshmallows. Let chocolate harden before serving. Spicy Snowman Cookies

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1/4 teaspoon chili powder 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened 1-1/2 cups granulated sugar 1 egg 1 teaspoon Wilton Imitation Clear Vanilla Extract Wilton Melted Snowman Cookie Cutter Set Cookie Icing: White, Black, Orange Brown and Red • Preheat oven to 350ºF. • In large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, cayenne pepper and chili powder. • In separate large bowl, beat butter and sugar with electric mixer until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla; beat until combined. Add flour mixture; beat until just combined. Divide dough into 2 balls. • On floured surface, roll each ball into a circle approximately 12 inches diameter by 1/8 inch thick. Dip cookie cutters in flour before each use. Transfer cookies to ungreased cookie sheet. • Bake puddle cookies for 12-14 minutes or until cookies are lightly browned. Bake hat cookies on separate cookie sheet for 8-9 minutes or until cookies are lightly browned. • Cool cookies on sheet on cooling grid 5 minutes. Remove from pan; cool completely on grid. • Decorate cooled cookies. On puddle cookies, use white cookie icing to outline and fill in. Pipe black icing facial features and buttons, orange icing pull-out dot nose and brown icing arms. • On hat cookies, use black cookie icing to outline and fill in. Add red cookie icing hatband. Attach hat to main cookie with dot of icing. Note:

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Commit to Living Life On Your Terms Article Dawn Tardif | Photography Provided

“Man. Because he sacrifices his health in order to make money. Then he sacrifices money to recuperate his health. And then he is so anxious about the future that he does not enjoy the present; the result being that he does not live in the present or the future; he lives as if he is never going to die, and then dies having never lived.” ~ The Dalai Lama, when asked what surprised him most about humanity.

he New Year is a great time to reflect on your life. Are you where you want it to be? Are you taking care of yourself? Does your life have meaning and purpose? All very good questions to ask as the New Year blossoms and you set new goals. Take a moment and close your eyes. Take a deep breath and listen to your heart. What is it whispering to you? Can you hear it? When we are so busy in our heads we often cannot hear anything other than the 50,000 thoughts the average person has going through their mind.

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We all know the saying; if you have your health, you have everything. But what does that really mean? As the New Year approaches, we vow to make changes. Those resolutions create an impetus for us to fill the gyms, yoga studios and our grocery carts with healthy foods. But how long do those behaviors stay with us? Socrates stated it quite well when he spoke of making true change, saying “The secret of change is focusing all of your energy not fighting the old but focusing on the building the new.” True words, but we also need to intellectually understand why we need to make those changes.

There is a phenomenon transpiring right before us, but many of us are so busy that we do not see it and if we do, we do not realize the effect it is having. But perhaps most importantly, we are not realizing that we have the ability to change our behavior to experience different results for our families and ourselves. The phenomenon is that our work-life balance is way off balance and our personal time is dwindling. So as we make that realization, we also need to take a moment to understand what health and wellbeing is. It is not just absence of disease. It is the emotional feelings of joy, happiness, feeling our best, having quality sleep, being able to laugh, a sense of energy when we awake, having a healthy glow to our skin and a spark in our eyes, and feeling a connection to one another. There should be no need for aspirin, caffeine, drugs or alcohol. Having persistent headaches, IBS, allergies, depression, anxiety, ulcers, acid reflux, restless leg syndrome, colitis, back pain and more is not a state of wellbeing. There are many puzzle pieces to wellness. Wellness is like the legs of a chair. If one leg is broken the chair cannot function. Our food choices build our body and gives our bones, brain, muscles, organs and systems - lymphatic, endocrine, circulatory - the ability to function well. Our exercise regimen gives our body stimulation to stay flexible, release toxins, stimulate our nervous system, build muscle and give our brain a boost with positive emotions, clarity and memory. Our emotional health gives us the ability to process through emotions allowing our body to release toxic emotions, work through conflict, adapt from disappointment, step through the stages of loss, let go of anger and focus on resilience. Our spiritual health builds our ability to acknowledge others, have gratitude, demonstrate compassion, want to be a part of a community and feel a strong sense of purpose. Without the above we cannot have optimum health. According to the CDC there is one common element that causes 90 percent of illness and disease: stress. Most people think that stress is the way you handle life’s challenges. But that is not what the definition of stress is. After all, you can be a professional juggler and you perform famously on stage, but we need to look deeper. It’s important to understand what stress is and how it affects your body. Anything that increases cortisol or adrenaline in our bodies is stress. These two hormones are stimulated by our primordial function of fight and flight response. The quandary today

is that our primordial landscape has changed. It’s no longer a lion trying to kill us. Time constraints, sleep deprivation, lack of fresh food and water, negotiating traffic, deadlines, sick parents, growing children, travel, emotional distress and job dissatisfaction are all on that hot list. These are today’s lions. This New Year, resolve to be healthy. Heed the Dalai Lama’s wise observations about “man” and following a few of these simple steps: 1. Do not let things that matter most suffer at the hands of the things that matter least. 2. Spend time in nature. Walk during all seasons for vitamin D to strengthen your immune system. 3. Demonstrate compassion. The power of compassion is stronger than empathy because you imagine the suffering of others at a deeper level. It has been proven to strengthen our immune system and actually make us nicer human beings. 4. Increase your water intake, with filtered or mineral water, allow your body to cleanse itself, improve energy and mood, and help you eat less. 5. Breathe deep into your belly and slowly exhale, clear your mind and reset your mood. 6. Meditate. Learn how to allow your mind to enter stillness so your body can repair itself. At BodiScience Wellness Center & Spa, we offer wellness and spa treatments based on the ancient philosophies of Ayurvedic and TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine). These ancient systems are proven to bring better health and balance on many levels, physical, emotional and spiritual. We gain balance when there is coherence between what we believe, what we think and what we do. Allowing our body, our mind and our spirit to come into an energetic alignment brings us closer to our true self which brings energy, happiness, flexibility and adaptability. It also creates an expression of joyfulness that can be seen in all we do. Our treatments will encourage you to slip into a meditative state, breathe deep and repair your body from stress. So as you make your list of New Years Resolutions, make sure “you” are at the top of that list. Visit BodiScience.com to learn more. Dawn Tardif is the owner of BodiScience Wellness Center & Spa. January 2015 | Cape Ann Lifestyle

Life Lessons Learned In Spinning Class Article Mary Alice Cookson

ot all of us are cut out to be regular exercisers. While I admire the discipline of it, the minute I commit to a gym membership – the very second I supply my bank’s routing number for the automatic withdrawals – I find I’m no longer getting to the class. I don’t have any earthly explanation for this, but a local health club owner once

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told me that only 20 percent of people who pay for gym memberships actually use them. So to avoid once again being in that 80 percent of people who just throw their money away, I’m going to stick with being an “irregular exerciser.” This means I do a variety of exercises in a random way, like reaching out to pet my cat or going rollerblading. Sometimes

I hike or cross-country ski. Other times I walk to the kitchen for a snack or out to the mailbox. Also I do laundry, which is how I injured my rotator cuff. But if I were to become a regular exerciser, I’d probably choose spinning. I used to spin and loved it (until I bought an ill-fated prepaid punch card and stopped going). Actually I didn’t love the “spinning” part;

You can’t even think about cruising in the dark at some moderate level because if you have a spinning teacher like mine, she will know. The fierce-yet-perky Dani will make you count your rotations and adjust the tension on your wheel for maximum output. If you’re at an 8 instead of a 10, she’ll call you on it. That’s when you’ll crank down on the pedals and feel your heart beating wildly out of your chest as you struggle to match Dani’s pace. You notice she’s breezily sprinting along (uphill) while you’re gasping for breath, and there’s not a hint of sarcasm in her voice when she announces, “Good news: Only one more tough climb to go!” As the class groans, you look at the clock that doesn’t seem to be moving and pray for a way out. You don’t think your legs can survive one more rotation. Then just when you’re contemplating sneaking out of class by faking like you need a bathroom break, Dani announces the “cool down.” You ease up on the dial and finally get to spin, feeling pretty pleased with yourself. You’re even happier when you unclip your bike shoes and clip-clop it out of there. I think spinning teachers deserve a lot of credit – first, for their stamina and secondly, for their belief that we mere mortals can do what they do. Unwittingly they teach us important life lessons.

• Spinning in place and going nowhere is sometimes necessary for growth. So even if you aren’t getting anywhere, try to enjoy the ride, and if you don’t like the process, at least like the pay-off. • Don’t compare yourself to others. If God wanted us all looking good wearing spandex bike shorts, we’d all have been given the bodies of spinning teachers. • Find your own strengths, and remember to breathe. It is necessary! On a related note, here’s a story from my friend Dr. Jo Zubricki, a Gloucester chiropractor who also likes to spin. Jo told me that during her spinning class, she had wondered why her instructor always walked between the bikes shouting, “Life’s not all about candy bars!” Frankly, Jo found the comment odd. Finally one day she inquired, “Is that comment really necessary?” Yes, the instructor replied. People tend to put too much weight on their arms instead of allowing their legs to do the work. It turns out that Jo hadn’t heard the woman correctly over the music and the noise of the bikes. When she thought the instructor was shouting, “Life’s not all about candy bars,” she was actually reminding the class to “Lighten up on the handle bars.”

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I loved “having spun.” Spinning is one of those “hurts so good” activities you appreciate more when you’re finished – like how you might view the Boston Marathon from the perspective of the finish line as opposed to a quarter of the way up Heartbreak Hill (not that I know this from any real experience). Spinning is a bit like being involved in an indoor high-speed police chase – in the dark, on hilly terrain, on bikes going nowhere. With strobe lights flashing, you pedal your hardest to the beat of a blaring soundtrack, faster and faster on the downhills, then pumping harder and harder on the uphills, sitting way back in the saddle, or standing up on the pedals like you’re on one of those stair climbers, with it on the hardest setting.

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So, here’s another lesson:

• When your heart beats wildly in your chest, it usually just means you’re fully alive not that you’re having a heart attack. • If your foot slips off the pedal, put it back on and continue to ride. • If it’s painful, it’s probably doing you some good (but don’t let it get too painful). • Don’t try to match anyone else’s cadence. You have to go at your own pace, unless you are falling way behind and then you might want to pick it up a bit. • Enjoy the downhill sprints when you get them. * Take the uphill climbs standing up, using your own power. Don’t lean too heavily on anyone else. • What you do when the lights go out is your business.

• Listen carefully, and be sure to check things out when you’re unclear so you don’t misinterpret others’ good intentions. Yes, life’s not all about candy bars. But if you think that it is, what’s the harm? And if you spin regularly – burning 400 to 600 calories per hour – candy consumption shouldn’t really be an issue anyhow. Unfortunately, though, this doesn’t apply to those of us who spin “irregularly.” Mary Alice Cookson is a freelance columnist and Boston-area magazine editor. She welcomes comments at mcookson29@gmail.com

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Healthy Lifestyle

The Road to Wellness Manchester Athletic Club supports your commitment to wellness. Article Bethany Tomich | Photography Jodi Caplan

ecommitting to wellness can seem daunting when it comes to figuring out exactly HOW to recommit. The team at Manchester Athletic Club removes that barrier by providing members and non-members access to their 90-Day Commit to Get Fit program. Neither a diet nor an exercise regimen, the 90-Day Commit to Get Fit program is a comprehensive wellness program designed to teach participants the full spectrum of nutrition, weight loss and stress management. Manchester Athletic Club, with three locations in Manchester, Gloucester and Rowley, is much more than a gym or a place to exercise, with programs for family members from 6 months through adulthood, the club facilitates incorporating activity and wellness into every part of day-to-day life. The Commit to Get Fit program is a way for Manchester Athletic Club to throw open its doors and help anyone who wants to start down the road to wellness with the support and tools that can make that trip a success. Any who join are given a free membership to Manchester Athletic Club for the duration for the program. Additionally, Harvard Pilgrim subscribers will receive a $150 benefit for joining the program. “Exercise can help you to lose weight,” says Keith Callahan, Manchester Athletic 22

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Club’s general manager. “But it’s only half of what you need to do to set yourself up for success. The Commit to Get Fit program teaches nutrition with a certified nutritionist and 13 different exercise disciplines. The first hour of class is focused on nutrition and the second is an introduction to a new form of exercise. This enables people to discover what type of exercise works best for them, all while supporting their commitment to wellness through nutrition.” Manchester Athletic Club’s beautiful facilities not only enable participants to work out and work on their nutrition goals, but with diverse options, from swimming, to tennis, fitness classes, child care, massage, skin care to nutrition and wellness management, Manchester Athletic Club also provides the services and support anyone might need to help them recommit to their own health and wellness. The 90-Day Commit to Get Fit program has several programs starting each month. The next sessions will start Saturday mornings beginning January 10 from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. and Tuesday evenings beginning January 20, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. To learn more about Manchester Athletic Club and its 90-Day Commit to Get Fit program, call 978.526.8900 or visit the club online at ManchesterAthleticClub.com.

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Parent’s Corner

Have You Helped Your Child Develop Their Problem Solving Potential? Article Rebecca Murphy

enjamin Franklin said there were only two things certain in life: death and taxes. As a parent and educator, I subscribe to another certainty. No matter how old you are, where you live, or what you do, life is about solving problems one at a time. Everyone can benefit from a well-developed set of problem solving skills so it’s never too early to introduce and reinforce the concept. Problem solving is required at every stage of life and is the foundation of self-reliance. When children master hurdles and obstacles, they will develop patience, perseverance, better peer relations, coping strategies for use in sports or activities, achieve greater academic success, and establish overall emotional health. It’s extremely uncomfortable to see our children in turmoil so our natural instinct is to relieve their discomfort by using our knowledge and experiences to solve their problems. We must be careful not to allow our youngsters to become dependent on us deciding how to handle their difficulties. It is easy to shut down their level of resourcefulness when they can count on us to do what must be developed within themselves. This will be especially important for those kids whose current response to problems is to avoid and fold. When your instinct is to resolve, take a deep breath and think of yourself as a coach guiding your child 24

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through the development of problem solving. It is important to respect that you child’s approach may be different than your own. Help them focus on strategies that work best for their personality. Have confidence that your child can cultivate these important skills but it will take time and patience on your part. Look at this as a lens of opportunity to make a real impact on your child’s future. Allow yourself to be surprised by the techniques your child will use to problem solve when given the chance. Steps to consider when problems arise:

Identify and define the problem. When your student states the problem in his/her own words, it will allow you to ask questions of clarification which can help generate problem solving potential. What you perceive as the problem might actually be different than their version of the issue. Gain additional information about the problem. This might include detailed observations, collection of data, and identification of any barriers. Some people make decisions based on factual knowledge while others will defer to creativity and insight.

Help your child identify potential solutions. To maximize on the evolution of this important process, work to find three or four solutions to the current issue. Two solutions might reflect a good and bad choice where three or more ideas results in more sophisticated choices and actual problem solving. Introduce that seeking the advice of others can be beneficial as it provides different points of view and opens up the possibility of additional solutions. Making a Decision Discuss the pros and cons of each possible solution. Don’t rush your child and allow them to fully process the potential consequences of each option. Value their analysis and support their decisions. Implementation and Feedback • Support your child in their ability to execute on their problem solving decision. Initially it may take extreme courage to follow up on a difficult choices or attack complicated situations. When the condition resolves itself, it’s important to seek feedback. What worked and what didn’t work? The best problem solving is where you learn from your mistakes and do not repeat them.

• Imagine your student arrives at home with a disappointing mark from school. Rather than take away privileges or impose punishments, problem solve about the difficulties. Give your student the chance to explain, without judgment, what they perceive to being the stumbling blocks to their success. Identify how they are currently approaching the subject and allow for honesty about what is working and what is not. Rather than tell them how it’s done, brainstorm a set of approaches that might help their situation. Allow yourself to see beyond the obvious and get their insight. Encourage them to problem solve and evolve in their understanding of the subject. Give them the encouragement not to repeat their usual mistakes but to try something new until they get the results they want. Life will always be chaotic without the skill of problem solving. With a little practice and the right attitude, it can be one of the biggest enablers of growth and opportunity. Rebecca Murphy is a 30-year veteran educator and CEO of Maximize Your Parenting Potential.

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Driver’s Notebook

Expanded Offerings The 2015 Cadillac ATS lineup adds coupe, enhanced connectivity and more torque for the 2.0L turbo engine Article & Photography Provided

he Cadillac ATS lineup expands for 2015 with the all-new ATS Coupe. Lighter, more agile and more engaging than its competitors, the ATS Coupe extends Cadillac’s product-driven growth and the brand’s tradition of dynamic luxury coupes while the ATS Sedan continues to challenge the world’s best premium cars with an acclaimed balance of performance and refinement, wrapped in a progressive expression of Cadillac’s Art & Science design philosophy. The new ATS Coupe – offered with 2.0L Turbo and 3.6L V-6 engines, in RWD or AWD – takes advantage of its lightweight and strong structure to deliver exhilarating and efficient performance with segment-leading standard torque and power-to-weight ratios when compared with comparable competitor offerings. Like the sedan, the ATS Coupe’s driving dynamics are rooted in mass efficiency, which helps make it one of Cadillac’s lightest and most agile models ever, and the lightest car in the compact luxury coupe segment. The 2.0L Turbo engine offered in the Coupe and Sedan is upgraded to deliver nearly 14 percent more torque for 2015, taking it to 295 lb-ft (400 Nm). This gives the standard ATS Coupe an advantage in power and torque over similarly equipped coupes such as the BMW 428i. The ATS lineup is offered as well-equipped Standard models, as well as Luxury, Performance and Premium Collections. A broad lineup of engines – including two four-cylinders and a V-6 for

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North America – delivers strong power to the ATS and capitalizes on the car’s lightweight and rigid structure to complement its performance with efficiency. The optional engines include Cadillac’s award-winning 2.0L Turbo, rated at 272 horsepower (203 kW) and a 3.6L V-6, rated at 321 horsepower (239 kW). Design and Exterior Features

The new ATS Coupe rides on the same 109.3-inch (2,775 mm) wheelbase as the sedan, but features its own bodywork. The roof, doors, rear fenders and trunk lid are unique to the Coupe, along with a specific front fascia and front fenders that accommodate a wider track than the Sedan. The unique front appearance introduced on the ATS Coupe is shared by the 2015 Sedan models, all incorporating Cadillac’s new crest on the grille. Both body styles have a firmly planted stance, enhanced by short overhangs and taut sheet metal that appear to wrap tightly around the tires. Seventeen-inch wheels are standard on ATS Sedan and 18-inch wheels are standard on ATS Coupe. Seventeen-inch premium painted aluminum wheels are standard on the Sedan, with 17-inch polished and 18-inch forged machined-face and polished wheels available. Nineteen-inch

wheel-and-tire combinations are available as dealer-installed accessories. A range of 18-inch premium painted, machined or polished wheels is available on the ATS Coupe. Interior Features

A driver-focused interior with integrated technology and crafted materials complements the exterior elements and supports the ATS’s driving experience. Everything from the placement of the pedals to the position of the shifter is designed for effortless and intuitive performance driving. Available performance seating includes power-adjustable bolsters to optimize lateral support during high-load cornering. Contributing to the interior’s intuitive feel is an instrument panel that wraps into the doors and a center stack in the mid-instrument panel that flows into the center console. LED lighting within the bold gauge cluster enables clear, at-a-glance viewing in all lighting conditions, while ambient lighting accents functional elements of the console and doors. Real wood, metal plating and carbon fiber trim and Cadillac’s cutand-sewn instrument panel, console and doors enhance the emotional connection to the ATS. Choices of many interior environments, each with unique accent trim material, cover a wide range of flavors – from light, open and warm to dark and serious, bold, technical and sporty. A Bose premium audio system with Active Noise Cancelation technology is standard on all models and on ATS coupe; it includes electronic sound enhancement when equipped with the available premium surround sound audio system. It differs from other manufacturers’ systems that pipe recorded engine sounds through the audio system. ATS electronic sound enhancement enhances only the car’s authentic powertrain sounds to support the performance experience. Driving Experience

Proportion and balance are on the ATS’s side, with a low curb weight and power-dense powertrains that are also lightweight, enabling a nearly perfect 50/50 weight distribution and excellent power-to-weight ratios. They complement wide front and rear tracks – including wider tracks on ATS Coupe – and a low center of gravity, promoting greater stability. Low vehicle mass and optimal brake sizes give the ATS braking performance that is among the best in the segment, with Brembo brakes contributing to 60-0 performance of approximately 129 feet (39.3 meters). Up front, a multi-link MacPherson strut suspension uses a double-pivot design for a more precise feeling of control, including more linear and communicative steering, and a smoother ride. It also improves impact isolation on bumps and rough surfaces. The ZF steering gear has great torsional stiffness and low operating friction, which enhance the steering feel with almost perfect linear response. Additionally, the steering column and intermediate shaft feature stiff, direct-acting and low-friction ball bearing designs. That means there is almost no “lash” in the entire steering system, for a more immediate and connected-to-the-road feel for the driver.

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Home Matters

3 Tips for Easy Holiday Entertaining T

he holidays are a time for connecting with friends and enjoying quality time with family, but if you find yourself hosting an endless stream of guests, it can also be a time of hectic preparation and hours spent in the kitchen. Make your life easier with three tips for easy, elegant entertaining.

Be prepared

If you have wine and cheese on hand, you’ve already cut your job in half. Stock up on a few different cheeses and wine varietals so you’re always prepared for any impromptu visits. Add sliced fruit or grapes, some crackers and roasted nuts and you have a beautiful spread ready in minutes for any surprise guests. Looking for something warm? Keep a supply of your favorite store-bought appetizers in the freezer and simply pop in the oven when needed. Dress up with a simple sauce or garnish for a homemade touch. For wines, choose perennial favorites that pair with a variety of foods. One white and one red are often sufficient. A chardonnay is a classic choice, like Cambria Estate Winery’s Katherine’s Vineyard, with its subtle tropical and citrus aromas and lovely balance of oak and vanilla flavors. For red, consider lighter-bodied reds like a pinot noir which will match a variety of dishes. Simplify, simplify, simplify

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ing up to your party preparing dishes that can be cooked ahead of time, and then simply re-heated when needed. Think potato gratins or mashes, roasted vegetable soups, gravies and trifles for dessert. Alternately, for big family dinners, serve dishes buffet or family style that are just as delicious at room temperature as piping hot. For example, barley salads and sliced beef can be served warm, and can be perked up with heated sauce. Finally, choose one food-friendly wine to serve throughout the meal, such as Cambria Julia’s Vineyard Pinot Noir which is sure to impress with its red fruit and dark berry aromas that carry through for a lush, fruity finish. This wine pairs equally well with light and dark meats, as well as roasted vegetables and even chocolate desserts. Make it unique

Add a special touch to any get-together without elaborate decorations. Create your own festive look by using similarly colored platters, plates and glasses and mixing in fresh flowers and foods found at the local farmers market. Or give more meaning to your party by selecting products that do their part to give back. For example, Cambria gives $100,000 to women making a difference in their communities with the winery’s Seeds of Empowerment grants. Highlighting giving programs is a thoughtful way to make your party more memorable and feel even more special to guests. Every hostess can throw an elegant holiday gathering by following just a few simple tips. For more ideas to enhance your celebrations, visit CambriaWines.com.

Animal Tracks You can find group classes through your veterinarian or local pet store, or you may prefer to have one-on-one sessions with a qualified trainer. Group classes allow your dog to grow comfortable around other people and animals while teaching a standard set of skills. On the other hand, individual sessions can be tailored to specific issues and allow more dedicated attention to your animal. Genetic cues

Training Your Four-Legged Friend Obedience brings happiness to the home

an’s best friend can be counted on for many things – from greeting you after a long day at work to being a loyal walking buddy. But to reap all the benefits of dog ownership, it’s important to lay the foundation of training and obedience.

Why train?

An obedient dog is a happy dog, free of restrictions. When a dog acts out, the owner must quickly react – either putting the pet away in a kennel or excluding it from outings and other experiences. On the other hand, an obedient pet enjoys more freedom. They are welcome to greet guests when friends visit, go on car rides and enjoy many other opportunities to be around their favorite person – you. According to the ASPCA, working together to learn behavior and social skills is

a good way to make you and your pet happier, thus reinforcing your bond. Formal training helps teach your dog important commands such as “come” and “sit,” but it also helps shape your furry friend’s manners and teaches you to understand your animal’s temperament – all important qualities for a housemate. To ensure your training sessions are most effective, you can plan ahead with a few simple steps. Style matters

First you need to determine what style of training will be most effective for you and your dog. Training can include obedience or behavior, or both. What type of class you need depends on whether you’re looking to instill (or brush up on) the basics or correct problems.

It also is helpful to understand your pet’s ancestry. Armed with breed insights, you can gain valuable understanding on behavior, establish a better relationship with your dog and have information to take better care of your dog’s health. Any questions about your dog’s heredity can be answered with a simple test, such as the Wisdom Panel® 2.0 Canine DNA Identification Test. “A DNA test provides valuable information for the well-being of a dog, from weight range predictions to help with nutrition and diet choices to understanding breed behavior for an effective care and wellness plan,” said Dr. Neale Fretwell, General Manager of Mars Veterinary. The Wisdom Panel 2.0 tests a dog’s DNA to identify the breeds that make up their mixed-breed dog; reveal the parental ancestry of a “designer” dog; or show whether a dog matches the profile of known purebred dogs in the Wisdom Panel database. Clear the calendar

Beyond the time you’ll dedicate to attending training sessions, you also need to be sure your schedule will allow you to practice and refine the new skills you learn at home and in other environments. Successful training requires reinforcement outside the classroom on an ongoing basis. Training lets you and your dog understand one another better, and it’s an important step toward ensuring your fourlegged friend is a safe, happy member of the house. For more information about the Wisdom Panel 2.0 test or to purchase it, visit WisdomPanel.com. January 2015 | Cape Ann Lifestyle

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January

common perches are dunes and salt hay staddles. In winters past, the owls have been frequent visitors to the Crane Wildlife Refuge. Hike the dunes in search of these magnificent birds. TheTrustees.org

JANUARY 5

JANUARY 11 HANDEL and HAYDN’S GUY FISHMAN and IAN WATSON ROCKPORT

Both principal players of Handel and Haydn Society, acclaimed cellist Guy Fishman joins with renowned fortepianist Ian Watson in a greatly anticipated performance of Beethoven’s Cello Sonatas for fortepiano and violoncello, Op. 5, Nos. 1 & 2, plus variations and a piano sonata. RockportMusic.org

JANUARY 11

FULL MOON & FOLKLORE HIKE

BROOKWOOD ALUMNI + COMMUNITY

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JANUARY 18

Celebrate the Wolf Moon with a night hike through the dunes of the Crane Wildlife Refuge. TheTrustees.org

MANCHESTER-BY-THE-SEA

SEASIDE WINTER BIRDING

To acknowledge and honor the many artists within our community, Brookwood School is hosting its first-ever Alumni + Community Art Exhibit on the afternoon of January 11. Brookwood alumni and community members were invited to submit up to three pieces of art depicting a memory or scene from childhood. Brookwood.edu

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JANUARY 7-21 MONTSERRAT COLLEGE OF ART GALLERIES ANNUAL ALUMNI EXHIBITION BEVERLY

Montserrat College of Art is happy to welcome all former graduates to participate in the second Annual Alumni Exhibition of small works in all media to be held in the 301 Gallery on Cabot St. in Beverly from January 7–21. This is a fun opportunity to share work with the greater Montserrat community. Montserrat.edu

JANUARY 10 SNOWY OWL PROWL IPSWICH

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Walk about these seaside treasures with winter birding. Choose either Coolidge Reservation in Manchester-by-the-Sea or Halibut Point in Rockport, both nationally renowned for viewing winter birds. Learn the basics of birding, natural history, and behavioral traits of our area’s winter birds such as ducks, gulls, cormorants, loons, grebes, gannets and alcids. TheTrustees.org

JANUARY 24 CAPE ANN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 93RD ANNUAL DINNER/MEETING GLOUCESTER

Join the Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce for a very special evening celebrating the Chamber’s 93rd Annual Dinner. Board of Directors President Mike Luster will speak about the past year’s accomplishments while 1st Vice President Catherine Schlicte will address what is to come in 2015. The cocktail reception will begin at 6 p.m. followed by dinner, a short program and dancing. CapeAnnChamber.com

JANUARY 24 CREATURE FEATURES LIVE ANIMAL PRE-

ELEGANCE

SENTATIONS GLOUCESTER

Live animals visit the Cape Ann Discovery Center where you get a close-up view of these local creatures while learning about their habits and behaviors. Owls are featured in January, followed by a night-time owl prowl in Ravenswood Park. TheTrustees.org

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JANUARY 25 SARAH LEE GUTHRIE & JOHNNY IRION ROCKPORT

A folk rock duo drawing from a musically-rich gene pool, Sarah Lee Guthrie & Johnny Irion combine the down-home campfire strumming of Woody and Arlo with a modern pop/ indie rock sensibility, all anchored by their lush, intimate harmonies. RockportMusic.org

JANUARY 30-FEBRUARY 1 CAPE ANN WINTER BIRDING WEEKEND GLOUCESTER

Each year, birdwatchers from New England and beyond flock to Cape Ann to participate in the Cape Ann Winter Birding Weekend. Cape Ann is known worldwide for its exciting concentrations of winter seabirds, and the Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce, working with the Massachusetts Audubon Society, plans a weekend full of events for all levels of birders. CapeAnnChamber.com

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Freedom and Dignity for Your Loved One, Peace of Mind for You

Business Directory Animals & Animal Care The Doggie Depot (978) 969-0285 thedoggiedepot.com

Dentists & Orthodontics

Dental Associates of Gloucester (978) 281-1337 dentalassociatesgloucester.com

Education

Landmark School (978) 236-3222 landmarkschool.org Pingree School (978) 468-4415 pingree.org

Entertainment & Recreation At The Herrick House of Beverly, you will find superlative staffing levels, 24/7 Licensed Nursing staff, and a safe, comfortable, homelike atmosphere. Located on the upper campus of Beverly Hospital, and a member of Lahey Health Senior Care, let us show you how our trusted professional services will simplify life for the better. Contact us for a personal visit!

Revolusun (781) 270-6555 revolusun.com/ma The Green Cocoon (978) 462-0082 thegreencocoon.com The Maids/ Donnelly Service Group Inc. (978) 276-1276 maids.com

Fashion & Accessories

Property & Real Estate

Blue River Diamond Company (978) 646-8988 blueriverdiamonds.com

Financial Services & Planning

The Retirement Financial Center (978) 777-5000 retirementctr.com

Health & Wellness

BodiScience Wellness Center & Spa (978) 927-9909 bodiscience.com

Windover Construction (978) 525-6038 windover.com

Home Design & Furnishings

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Moynihan Lumber (978) 927-0032 moynihanlumber.com

Other

Home Builders & Remodelers

Home Services

Rockport Music (978) 546-7391 rockportmusic.org

Manchester Athletic Club (978) 526-8900 manchesterathleticclub.com

89 Herrick St. Beverly, MA 01915 978-922-1999 TheHerrickHouse.org

Timeless Interiors (978) 468-1141 timelessinteriorsandgifts.com

CFC Hardwood Floors Inc (978) 290-9110 cfchardwoodfloors.com Muzio Designs (978) 890-7160 muziodesigns.com

Ramsey Marine and Dock (978) 479-0596

Holly C. & Company (978) 281-4995 beautifulcapeann.com J. Barrett & Company (978) 922-2700 jbarrettrealty.com Summer Hill (978) 821-4563 summerhillmanchester.com

Restaurants, Food & Beverage Serenitee Restaurant Group (978) 317-7571 sereniteerestaurants.com

Senior Living & Services

Lahey Health Senior Care/ Seacoast Nursing and Rehab (978) 283-0300 laheyhealthseniorcare.org The Herrick House (978) 922-1999 theherrickhouse.org

Sold Properties

Recently SOLD Cape Ann Properties neighborhood

original list

sold price

% sold/orig

Gloucester

$1,500,000

100%

Gloucester

$1,400,000

Rockport

$1,475,000

Gloucester

dom*

bdrms

f/h bath

2/1

100%

$1,150,000

78%

165

$1,150,000

$1,100,000

96%

Rockport

$1,195,000

$1,050,000

88%

133

3/1

Rockport

$610,000

100%

2/1

Gloucester

$629,000

$595,000

95%

Gloucester

$639,000

$550,000

86%

106

2/1

Rockport

$489,000

$506,000

103%

Rockport

$465,000

$470,000

101%

119

Gloucester

$415,000

100%

1/1

Gloucester

$439,000

$410,000

93%

1/1

Gloucester

$425,000

$395,000

93%

171

Gloucester

$410,000

$385,000

94%

Gloucester

$389,000

$385,000

99%

110

Gloucester

$379,000

100%

Rockport

$389,000

$365,000

94%

Rockport

$349,000

$346,000

99%

147

Rockport

$350,000

$320,000

91%

126

This data is a sampling of sold properties from October 1, 2014 through October 31, 2014. Source: MLS system.

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Parting Thoughts

New Year’s Resolutions Words Mary Alice Cookson

nother year has passed. It’s time to take stock of all the things that are working and not working in my life. As my yoga teacher always says, it’s time to “put out to the universe all the things I’m calling for and let go of all the things that no longer serve me.” Truth is, when you are a woman of a certain age, and a parent, you generally aren’t “served” that much. You tend to do the serving! So if I let go of all the things that no longer serve me, well, let’s just say, there wouldn’t be all that much left. But here’s a list of the things I’m calling for and the things I’m letting go. Calling For:

• Kindness – in how I deal with people and in how people deal with me. I dislike jerks. I don’t want to be one and don’t want to interact with one. • Openness – in speaking up about what I really feel. Sometimes this is difficult when you know from experience that the other person isn’t going to “get you” and might even roll their eyes or make some derogatory gesture indicating they think you’re crazy, but I’m going to speak up, nonetheless. 34

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• Acceptance – in knowing when something “is what it is” and isn’t going to change. The “is what it is” quote has really annoyed me in the past. It’s such a cliché! “You are where you are” is another one. But I’m going to embrace the basic message of accepting reality and stop dwelling in lah-lah land. Letting Go Of:

• Apologizing – when something’s not my fault. (Sorry, but when I’m in an aisle at CVS and someone bumps into me, I’m no longer going to say “I’m sorry.” Sorry, but you’re going to have to deal with it.) • Reaching for wine – when water is better for me and is probably what I really need! • Excuses – for why I’m not doing things I want to do and know are good for me, like making time for friends, getting a decent night’s sleep and pursuing dreams. Here’s wishing you and yours a happy, healthy New Year and hoping your resolutions for 2015 will be achieved. If they aren’t, don’t apologize. Just accept “it is what it is” and move on already!

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