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The Great Road Trip of 1975 I

t’s summer—possibly the best time of year. No more school projects, homework or deadlines—just long, lazy days and perfect weather. It’s also time for family vacations (cue: screeching break sound).

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As a kid, I loved family vacations. However, one stands out above the rest: the great road trip of 1975. I was 13. That was the summer my dad had the splendid idea of driving the family to the Grand Canyon. I’m positive he romanticized the trip in his head—driving across the desert, wind blowing through his thinning hair, freedom, stopping along the way on a whim.

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It started out fine. The family station wagon hummed along extended stretches of highway as I sat in the rear-facing seat with no seatbelt, scrawling out signs for the cars behind us that read, “Help, we’re kidnapped.” We munched on cereal out of a single-serving box and attempted to whistle with crackers stuffed in our mouths. Good times.

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Somewhere in Utah however, that all changed. To fully understand what ensued, you’d have to know my family. We’re a loving hybrid between the Costanzas (from the TV show, Seinfeld) and the Griswolds (from the comedy film, Vacation). That said, the unspeakable transpired: a flat tire.

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I’ll spare you the gory details. Let’s just say, long before cell phones a flat tire was a monumental event. As I recall, my mom refused to let us out of the car because she was convinced rattlesnakes and scorpions were circling. My dad had to fix the flat in the blazing heat (I guess my mom really didn’t care about the rattlesnakes and scorpions) and I remember believing we were all going to die in the middle of nowhere. I was a dramatic teen.

We finally made it to the Grand Canyon. I loved how the canyon seemed to magically transform depending on the time of day. It was glorious. I thought about the Paleo-Indians and how difficult inhabiting the Grand Canyon with no resources must have been for them. I bet they didn’t whine about circling snakes or scorpions or flat tires. Ironically, as it turns out, that notorious trip is one of my greatest childhood memories. I decided to recreate the same trip with my own kids a few years ago—sans the flat tire and station wagon. Here’s the real twist, my boys still talk about our road trip to the Grand Canyon. I guess some things never change.

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Silly Rabbit We asked, you answered. Here’s what you’re saying about the Rabbit Sculptures located at Civic Plaza in Newport Beach.

Din Tai Fung, the Los Angeles-area restaurant that has built a cult following around its Shanghai-style soup dumplings, is coming to Orange County. The highly popular restaurant is slated to move into an 8,000-square-foot space in South Coast Plaza in August 2014. Costa Mesa’s Triangle Square shopping complex is slated to be the home of the Mexican culinary concept La Vida Cantina. The restaurant, which will be housed in the former location of El Corazon de Costa Mesa. Guests will be able to sit on the venue’s massive outdoor patio and enjoy margaritas and other specialty cocktails, or indulge in modern Mexican dishes made with organic ingredients, such as lobster enchiladas served with a poblano cilantro tomatillo sauce.

“It’s a cross between Wickerman and Stonehenge.” Tom L. “I absolutely love it. It’s whimsical, fun, and completely unexpected, and it, along with the Giant Bunny, make me very happy!” Paula T. “Remember the book Animal Farm? That’s what those frightening rabbits look like. Planning to take over the human world.” Mary S. “We’re a beach community, I don’t get it.” Jeff C. “I love art, but that’s a complete waste of money.” Helen B. “It is a wow, weird thing to me. Rabbits aren’t wise and they don’t have conference meetings. They may be cute but certainly not worthy of such a high place. A silly waste of money.” Linda R. “I am totally embarrassed for our city every time I drive by those ugly bunnies. I’m even more embarrassed that our city spent that kind of money (our tax dollars) on such an item! Shame on them!” Anonymous

Eureka! the small California-based chain that specializes in hand-packed burgers and artisanal beverages, has come to Orange County. The venue is in Huntington Beach’s Bella Terra shopping center. In addition to burgers, the restaurant features kicked up American cuisine and a beverage program that emphasizes American craft beers, smallbatch whiskeys and specialty cocktails. Cucina Enoteca will be rolling out a second Orange County location, in Newport Beach’s Fashion Island. The restaurant, whose original OC space can be found at the Irvine Spectrum, is slated to open in the summer 2014. Like the Irvine venue, the new space will be featuring an array of rustic Italian cuisine and an extensive list of wines that may be purchased at retail prices.

New Website Connects Golf Courses to Tourney Planners A new golf course search engine, PlanMyTournament.com, connects golf courses with golf tournament planners. There is no other website like this currently available to serve the $68 billion golf industry. After a year of planning and website development, PlanMyTournament.com is now available and allows anyone to search for a golf course based on geographic area then displays information about the course including tournament planner information, business details, and golf tournament planner ratings and reviews. PlanMyTournament.com is focused on providing value for the tournament planner. Tournament planners with a registered profile can review a golf course, access educational articles and downloadable templates to aid the tournament planning process. Golf courses can claim their page to add photos and provide specific tournament information to better educate tournament planners about their facilities.

Proposed OC Budget Seeks one Percent Increase in Spending Orange County budget officials recently unveiled a $5.4 billion spending plan for the coming fiscal year, about a 1 percent increase over last year.

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Officials do not envision any major service cuts or layoffs despite owing the state about $148 million from a past tax dispute. The county has six years to pay off the tax debt with the bill only being $5 million in the coming fiscal year. The county’s budget officials, however, set aside the money in dispute before it was resolved so they are confident it can be paid off without putting a dent into services. This fiscal year’s budget projects spending $60.8 million more than the current fiscal year. Since the economic collapse of 2008, most of the budget discussions have revolved around how many layoffs and service cuts would be needed to get by as well as how much the county would have to dip into its reserves to keep necessary programs running.

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nvision having the use of a luxury powerboat—with a single phone call—with no headache or hassle, no cleaning, no boat slip and no maintenance or the typical stress and expense that goes along with boat-ownership. A pipe dream, you say? No, it’s reality! Ralph Rodheim, president of Pacific Yachting Club, created a better mousetrap. He has devised a club that allows its members to experience all the joys of boating without the responsibilities of boat-ownership. Pacific Yachting Club is the first of its kind on the West Coast. “The idea may be new on the West Coast but it’s been around for a while in the eastern states,” Rodheim says. It’s not the same as fractional ownership. In fact, members do not own the boats. They are members of a private club that takes care of every last detail. The best part is that members have access to every boat in the club’s fleet, not just one. “You make a reservation, come down to the dock, and the boat is ready for you to use,” Rodheim explains. “When you come back from your trip, you get off the boat and we clean it and take care of it for you.” Members are required to pay an initial one-time fee for a membership that may be sold after one year. With a membership, the 14 Newport Beach Lifestyle | July 2014

Q: What type of training do you require members to have, and how can you ensure all of your members are safe boat operators? A: All potential members must successfully complete a practical course on safe boat handling through the School of Sailing and Seamanship at Orange Coast College. In addition, members will receive four hours of onsite instruction aboard the club vessels. We make no exceptions—all members must meet these requirements. Q: For what length of time can a member use a boat? A: Each member receives 60 four-hour blocks of time and 20 fourhour “space-available” blocks of time. The space-available blocks are for last-minute trips members would like to take. Members can call at the last minute to see if a boat is available. If one is available, they can take it on the spot. Q: What’s the exact process for booking time on a boat in the fleet? A: It’s easy. You pick up the phone and book a date. You can also book online. Q: Where can members take the boats? Are there any restrictions? A: Yes, there are restrictions. Members can take them from Point Conception to the Mexican border within a 30-mile range offshore. Q: How can someone join Pacific Yachting Club? A: The first step is to call 714.617.3871 or email ralph@pacificyachtingclub. com. I like to talk with all potential members personally, to answer all of their questions.

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Summertime Sweets Ice Cream, The Thrill of the Chill

ou can turn any summer day into a special occasion with a cool ice cream treat. From classic favorites to innovative new flavors, it only takes a scoop or two to bring out plenty of smiles. For kids of all ages, summertime is about chilling out, and there’s no better way to enjoy this slowed down pace than with a refreshing, frosty treat. Celebrate birthday parties, holiday gatherings or days that end in “y” with special ice cream concoctions that are destined to create sweet memories.

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Grab a spoon and dig into these scrumptious recipes, featuring delicious Blue Bunny ice cream flavors. These treats make it easy for everyone to customize to their own sweet preference, whether it’s pairing creamy ice cream with the gooey goodness of freshly-baked chocolate cake, the buttery finish of a flaky pie crust or in a classic, richly adorned parfait.

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Ice Cream Cupcakes Yield: 18 to 20 cupcakes • Cupcake liners • 1 1/8 cups all-purpose flour • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder • 1 teaspoon baking soda • 1 teaspoon salt • 1/2 cup butter, softened • 1 cup white sugar • 1 egg • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract • 1 cup brewed coffee • 1 container Blue Bunny Caramel Fudge Brownie Sundae, Vanilla or your favorite flavor • Decorations (such as sprinkles, cupcake skewers, cherries) To make cupcakes, preheat oven to 350°F. Place cupcake liners in cupcake pan. Sift together flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt. Set aside. In medium bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla and beat well. Add flour mixture, alternating with coffee. Beat until just incorporated. Fill cupcake liners about 1/3 full to allow for ice cream. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes

or until toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cupcakes cool. Using round ice cream scoop, scoop out rounds of ice cream and set on baking sheet in freezer. Once ice cream scoops are frozen, carefully place one into each cupcake and top with fun decorations. Note: Though the recipe calls for brewed coffee, the cupcakes won’t take on its strong flavor.

Other fun mix-in ideas include pretzels, chocolate candies, marshmallows, graham crackers, fudge sauce or caramel sauce. Tip:

LAYER UP WITH A TOPPING STATION The sky’s the limit when it comes to the finishing touches of your favorite ice cream treats. Whether you’re indulging in a decadent parfait or simply dishing out a couple of scoops, it’s easy to get everyone involved in a topping soiree.

Peanut Butter Sundae Parfaits Yield: 10 to 12 sundae parfaits • 6 waffle or sugar cones • Chocolate cake or brownies • Chocolate chip cookies • Blue Bunny Peanut Butter Panic Ice Cream • Maraschino cherries, sprinkles or cupcake pompom topper for garnish

Break up waffle cones, chocolate cake or brownies and chocolate chip cookies into bite-size pieces and place in individual containers or cupcake cups. Or use favorite cake or cookie flavors to customize. Layer ice cream, waffle cone pieces, cake pieces and cookie pieces into mini parfait glasses, or any small glass or bowl. Garnish with Maraschino cherry, sprinkles or cupcake pompom topper.

A topping station is the perfect activity for birthday parties or other kid-oriented summer celebrations. Just make sure the station is easily accessible — at their level — and place each topping in its own special bowl or serving dish along with a spoon. Also, be sure to label each topping in case anyone has a food allergy, especially when serving nuts and fruits. continued >

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TASTY TOPPING IDEAS The little ones will have a blast mixing different tastes for the perfect sweet combination. Here are some tasty topping ideas to take your ice cream topping bar to a whole new level: • Colorful sprinkles • Maraschino cherries • Icing • Mini chocolate chips • Gummy bears • Chocolate candies • Strawberry slices • Pineapple chunks • Banana chunks • Chopped pecans, peanuts or almonds • Crushed cookies • Crushed mint candies • Fruit preserves • Whipped cream • Hot fudge or caramel

Mini Ice Cream Pies Yield: 10 mini pies • 2 round pie crusts, thawed • 1 3 1/2-inch round cookie cutter • 10 2- to 3-inch scalloped tart shells • 3 cups chocolate chips • Blue Bunny Bunny Tracks Ice Cream • 1/2 cup chopped peanuts Preheat oven to 425°F. Roll out round pie crusts and use round 3 1/2-inch cookie cutter to cut out circles from pie dough. Round cookie cutter should be slightly larger than top of tart shell. Cut out 5 rounds from each pie

crust. Grease tart shells and place pie dough rounds down into tart shells, carefully pressing dough into scalloped edges and bottom of tart shell. Pierce bottom of tart shell with fork to prevent it from baking too high. Bake tartlet shells for 8 to 9 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from oven and allow to cool before flipping out onto work surface. Melt chocolate chips in microwave-safe bowl or double broiler. Carefully dip scalloped edges of tart shells into chocolate and flip over to let cool. Scoop mini balls of ice cream into shells. Top with drizzle of warm, melted chocolate chips and garnish with chopped peanuts.

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elcome to grilling season! As summer temperatures start to sizzle, it’s time to fire up the grill and kick up nutrition. Grilling is one of the easiest ways to create a fast, healthy family meal. The grill adds f lavor to food without the use of oil, making it a great way to keep calories low and nutrition high. By using these easy marinades and rubs, you can create amazing grilled meals, perfect for a backyard party or a quick weeknight dinner. Adding vegetables to the grill boosts the nutritional value of

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the vegetables. Making your own barbeque sauce by following our simple recipe helps you avoid the unhealthy high fructose corn syrup found in most store varieties. Cornbread, everyone’s favorite side dish, also gets a healthy grilled makeover with our version, which includes nonfat yogurt and egg substitute. What’s the perfect way to end a great barbeque? With grilled fruit! Easy grilled banana s’mores will satisfy everyone’s craving for dessert while adding potassium and fun to all your summer cookouts.

Easy BBQ Rubbed Ribs Try this simple method of grilling delicious, moist, fall-off-the-bone ribs. You can even cook ribs after the grilling season is over. Simply bake them in the oven at 300° for 2½ hours, and baste during the last 15 minutes with the Healthy BBQ Sauce. The sauce is free of artificial flavors and preservatives. On the grill or in the oven, this recipe uses the time-honored Southern method of cooking “low and slow” to create juicy ribs! Ingredients:

3 pounds baby back ribs 4 teaspoons paprika 4 teaspoons chili powder 4 teaspoons ground cumin 2 teaspoons garlic powder 1 teaspoon salt 2 cups Healthy BBQ Sauce (or your favorite brand) Instructions:

1. Combine paprika, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder and salt in a small jar. Cover; shake to mix well. 2. Prepare charcoal grill with briquettes on one side of the barbeque or preheated gas grill. Lightly oil the grate. Once heated, place aluminum foil on lower rack, to absorb drippings and prevent flare-ups. 3. Prepare ribs by removing the outer skin (membrane) from the back of each rib. Using a small knife, slide it between each rib and the skin, snipping off as much skin as possible. Sprinkle rub generously onto both sides of each rib, but be sure to rub gently and lightly, not thoroughly (to prevent overly spiced ribs). Discard any unused spice mixture. 4. Place ribs on top rack of grill (avoid placing over briquettes if using charcoal). Reduce heat to low; close lid. Grill ribs, without lifting lid, for 1 hour. 5. Brush ribs with Healthy BBQ Sauce; grill an additional 5 minutes, or to the desired crispiness. Serve with additional barbeque sauce. Yield: 6 servings. Nutrition (per 2 ribs with sauce): Calories 210; Fat 17g; Protein 25g; Cost per serving $1.54.

Healthy BBQ Sauce Here’s a healthier alternative to commercial barbeque sauces. It’s free of high fructose corn syrup and artificial preservatives. Any barbeque sauce should be a personal reflection of the cook, so adjust the spices to taste, or add more honey for a sweeter sauce. Ingredients:

1½ cups tomato sauce ½ cup tomato paste 2/3 cup red wine vinegar 1/3 cup honey ¼ cup unsulfured molasses 2 tablespoons natural hickory liquid smoke 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon coarsely ground pepper ½ teaspoon paprika ½ teaspoon garlic powder ½ teaspoon chili powder ¼ teaspoon cinnamon Instructions:

Add all ingredients to a large saucepan and stir over low heat. Simmer for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally. Let sauce cool; store in refrigerator. Brush sauce on during last 10 minutes of grilling. Try it on grilled chicken, pork or beef. Yield: About 2¼ cups. Nutrition (per 2T): Calories 43; Fat 0.1g; Protein 0.6g; Cost per serving $0.26.

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Skinny Grilled Jalapeño Cornbread Good cornbread is practically a requirement of any authentic barbeque! This cornbread cooks quickly on the grill, and it gets a kick of flavor from healthy jalapeño peppers. Calories and fat are kept low when using nonfat yogurt and egg substitute. Ingredients:

1 cup cornmeal 1 cup flour 1/3 cup sugar (or more, to taste) 1 teaspoon baking soda ½ teaspoon salt 1 cup plain nonfat yogurt ½ cup egg substitute (or 2 eggs) ½ cup jalapeño peppers, chopped (optional) ½ cup whole kernel corn, drained Instructions:

In a large bowl, stir together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking soda and salt. Add yogurt and eggs. Stir batter to break up large lumps. Stir in jalapeños and corn. Pour batter into a well-greased 8-inch skillet (thoroughly spray the pan with cooking oil and/or coat it with butter or margarine). Place on center of grill grates and cover grill. Cook for about 55-65 minutes, or until edges are a light golden brown and the center appears set. (Or, bake in oven at 400° for about 20 minutes). Remove from grill, and allow the skillet to rest for about 10 minutes prior to serving. Use knife to remove from pan; edges may stick if not well-greased. Serve warm, with honey as desired. Yield: 12 servings. Nutrition (per serving): Calories 85; Fat 0.9g; Carbs 16.5; Cost per serving $0.36.

Spicy Grilled Jamaican Chicken with Avocado Cream Dip A savory/sweet marinade of island spices makes this lean grilled chicken irresistible! The recipe gets its name from the combination of popular spices originating in Jamaica; the marinade is also fabulous on grilled pork or whitefish. As an added nutrition bonus, this dish is a great source of Vitamin C and zinc. The Scotch bonnet pepper is very hot, so use caution when handling, or wear gloves; control the level of heat by varying the amount of seeds. Cool the heat with zesty avocado dipping sauce kept low in calories and high in flavor thanks to low-fat sour cream. Ingredients:

1 medium white onion, diced 1 small bunch scallions, chopped 1 Scotch bonnet pepper, stemmed and seeded (add seeds for heat) 1/3 cup fresh lime juice 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons light brown sugar 1 tablespoon allspice berries 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon 2 teaspoons ground nutmeg 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves 22 Newport Beach Lifestyle | July 2014

1 teaspoon salt 4 chicken breasts, boneless, with skin removed (use thighs or legs, if preferred) Instructions:

1. To prepare the marinade, place all ingredients (except chicken) in blender or food processor. Blend until smooth. Place chicken in a baking dish (use glass, enamel or stainless steel pan; spices will react with a metal pan). Rub two-thirds of the marinade onto top and bottom of chicken breasts. Store remaining marinade in refrigerator, covered. Allow chicken to marinate in refrigerator 2-24 hours. 2. Preheat grill to medium-high heat, with lid closed for a minimum of 15 minutes. Grill chicken, turning frequently and basting with remaining marinade, 30-45 minutes or until thoroughly cooked and nicely browned. Preheat broiler to high, with rack in upper third of oven. Line broiler pan with foil; spray with cooking oil. Place chicken on pan; broil 10 minutes. Turn chicken; baste with reserved marinade. Broil about 15 additional minutes until thoroughly cooked and nicely browned, and until a thermometer reads 165°F. Serve with grilled vegetables, cornbread and Avocado Cream Dip.

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Avocado Cream Dip 1 large avocado ½ cup low fat sour cream ½ cup reduced fat mayonnaise 1 tablespoon green onion, chopped 1 clove garlic Juice of one lime Salt & pepper, to taste Stir all ingredients together until well-mixed. Serve as a dipping sauce for Spicy Grilled Jamaican Chicken or for grilled veggies. Yield: 4 servings (1 chicken breast, 2T dip). Nutrition (per serving): Calories 289; Fat 12g; Protein 41g; Cost per serving $3.69.

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4 bananas, unpeeled ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips ½ cup marshmallows 2 tablespoons chopped pecans Instructions:

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24 Newport Beach Lifestyle | July 2014

’m sitting on a train, speeding through the Alps. The snowy peaks high above seem unreal when paired with the green patchwork of fields interlaced between the quaint little chalet-filled towns of Ticino, the southernmost canton of Switzerland. I’m on my way to Gandria, a small village less than a mile from the Swiss-Italian border, only accessible by boat or foot, and I’m more excited by the prospect of this trip than perhaps any other. I learned about Gandria only 48 hours earlier from my Airbnb host, Trudy, a 70-something-yearold Swiss woman who lives near Zurich. But let’s start at the beginning. I flew into Zurich, a colossal transition after a week’s stay in Mumbai. The chaotic atmosphere of India was quickly recessing into the depths of my mind as the baggage-claim area in Zurich’s airport grabbed my attention. I found my bag and headed to the airport’s adjoining train station. My next destination was Horgen, an outer lying district of Zurich. Switzerland has a reputation of being an expensive place for travel and all of my pre-trip planning told

me that unless I wanted to skip a meal a day, I would have to use Airbnb to stay in Zurich. After scrolling through the Zurich listings, I came across one that read, “Single Bed Room,” in Horgen. The price was right and the host didn’t look like a psychopath or an avidly enthusiastic cat owner, so I made my reservation. The host’s name was Trudy, and after booking the room I received a message with instructions saying she would meet me at the Horgen train station and then led me to her apartment. I was a little nervous, this being my first Airbnb experience, but when this sweet older lady waved emphatically and approached me with a smile, my concerns vanished. Trudy’s place was tidy and well-decorated. The décor was minimal and functional. She showed me to my room where I set my bags down. I spotted a bookshelf in the corner. It was full of albums with photos from decades past—scenes from Africa, South America, Australia shown almost everywhere. It seemed Trudy was also a traveler, and as we talked I learned she had a son who was in college and an ex-husband who lived nearby. Trudy was in

her 70s, but still worked as a cook in a restaurant for “old people” (her words). As I sat and listened to her numerous travel stories, I found myself thinking, “This is perfect, not only do I have a kind host but I also have a tour guide!” I inquired about Zurich, and Trudy jotted down several areas of the city she thought were great, and with that I had my following day’s agenda planned. The next morning I left my room and found Trudy sitting quietly on her porch drinking espresso and peering into nearby Lake Zurich. She said, “Good morning,” and offered me coffee. Without too much delay, we reviewed my plans to visit Zurich, and I grabbed my maps and camera bag and left for Horgen Station. I caught the train headed toward Zurich Hauptbahnhof (Zurich Central Station), one of the busiest train stations in the world, which became apparent as I exited the train onto the platform. The station was full of life: passengers both young and old, artisan bakers filling the air with sweet smells and baristas releasing the aroma of roasted coffee. In an attempt to escape the madness, I ducked into a tourist office near the central station’s exit. The office clerks offered useful information, and informed me of the “must-see” sights in central Zurich. I was on my way to Old Town Zurich, an area which attempts to preserve the town as it was centuries past. As I walked the narrow winding alleys, which displayed an abundance of Swiss flags, I felt transported back in time. I wandered on throughout the afternoon feeling dwarfed by the grand medieval architecture lost in my make-believe epic of knights and nobleman playing out in my mind. Eventually, I made my way back to Trudy’s place pleased with the sights of Old Town, and ready to share with her my thoughts and impressions. Earlier that day, we discussed the possibility of cooking a Swiss meal that evening, and Trudy did not disappoint. We headed to the supermarket and purchased a few ingredients. Trudy decided to make rosti, a thick potato pancake to be served alongside a cut of pork smothered in a gravy-like liquid. When we arrived back at the apartment, Trudy poured wine and gave instructions on rosti cooking methods while I looked on from her side salivating over the aromas of sizzling potato and caramelizing pork. Over dinner I asked Trudy what else there was to do in Zurich. She quickly mentioned her home town of Einsiedeln, not far away. It is home to a scenic monastery, the Benedictine Einsiedeln Abbey. She described how the Abbey is set against a backdrop of mountains and pine forest, and said the town was quiet this time of year. She did not have to work the next day, and was willing to drive me there. The offer was too good to refuse. continued >

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We hit the road early. I could tell Trudy was excited to be going to her hometown by the way she leaned into the turns in her speedy Subaru. The drive to Einsiedeln was a beautiful one: mountains lingered behind rolling green hills, hiking trails zig-zagged throughout the terrain and an occasional herd of livestock stood grazing. Einsiedeln was beautiful, complete with cobblestone roads and architecture that rivaled that of Old Town Zurich. We pulled up to the abbey and Trudy dropped me off. She told me to take my time and that she would be reading a book in a nearby café. I had never been to an abbey so I wanted to tour the entire grounds. I walked into the church and quietly took part in a mass already in progress. The priest’s words echoed off the vaulted ceiling. I followed the signs to the abbey’s lumberyard and horse stables, and even caught a glimpse of riders practicing their riding skills in a vacant barn. I was in awe of this place; it was a memorable first. After my tour, I found Trudy happily reading her book in a corner of the café. She quickly hopped up and asked about my experience. Her look of approval confirmed my words that described it as an incredible place. She was lucky to have grown up here. We were on our way back to Horgen when Trudy asked, “Do you want to go to a chocolate factory?” Of course I did. Who wouldn’t? We pulled into a parking lot adorned with a Lindt sign and parked. Again, Trudy opted to stay in the car and read her book. “Take as long as you like,” she said. I opened the car door to the smell of Lindt’s signature Lindor balls, my inner monologue screaming, “I love Switzerland!” That night I again asked for advice, and Trudy told me about a little village close to the Swiss-Italian border that sat beside a picturesque lake. Trudy said the village, which is situated along sloping hillsides, descends into the water, and is only accessible by foot or boat. I was sold once again. 26 Newport Beach Lifestyle | July 2014

Early the next morning the sky was slightly overcast and a light drizzle was falling, but I still hoped to see Gandria. I made a stop in Lucerne, a mountainous city centrally located in Switzerland, to tour the scenic village and refuel with espresso and freshly baked pastries. With the efficiency of a Swiss clock, I was back on a train and heading toward Lugano, the city with a ferry to Gandria. Lugano in itself was a treat. I stood on a platform to grab a cable-car ride down a few hundred feet. I felt like I was in Italy. Most people were speaking Italian, their hand gestures were flamboyant, and their sense of style was more chic. Traditional pasta and pizza restaurants were intermixed with high-end fashion boutiques. I found the dock on Lake Lugano and purchased my ticket. Eventually, a small boat with roughly 40 seats sputtered in and picked up a handful of passengers, myself included, and took off. The ride was sluggish, and despite the drizzle I climbed to the top of the boat to enjoy the view from the deck. Seeing Gandria appear out of the haze was impressive. It was hard to believe that a place with this much beauty still exists. I stepped onto the Gandria dock and immediately sought something to warm me. I wandered the maze of footpaths in astonishment, and after hitting several dead-ends I was able to find a café. I peeked inside and was helped by an elderly man with a rough exterior. I only know a handful of Italian words, so thankfully my pronunciation of “Buongiorno” and “uno cappucino” were somewhat accurate. The waiter motioned for me to sit by the window overlooking the lake. I sat watching the mist slowly envelop the slopes surrounding the lake as time slowed to snail’s pace. I took a sip of my cappuccino, crossed my arms over my chest and stretched out my legs. I wished Trudy would have been there at that moment to silently confirm Gandria’s beauty with an approving look.

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Although the posts are anonymous, kids start revealing personal information as they get more comfortable with other users. • SnapChat – This app allows users to send photos that will disappear after 10 seconds. Once the recipient opens the picture, the timer starts. Then it’s gone from both the sender’s phone and the recipient’s phone. However, the recipient can take a screen shot of the photo and share it with others. This app is a concern because it enables kids to feel more comfortable “sexting” with peers. • KiK Messenger – This private messenger app is coveted by those under 18 for a number of reasons. It allows kids to send private messages that their parents can’t see. There is very little you can do to verify the identity of someone on KiK, which obviously poses the risk of sexual predators chatting with your child. And again, this is an easy tool for sexting. • Poof – The Poof app allows users to make apps disappear on their phone with one touch. Kids can hide every app they don’t want you to see on their phone. All they have to do is open the app and select the ones they don’t want you to see. The good news about this app is it is no longer available, which isn’t uncommon for these types of continued >

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