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Celebrating America!

Editor’s Letter

Happy Birthday, America! I

love birthdays. And celebrating. And FIREWORKS! There is nothing better than the feeling of patriotism that wells up in my heart when I hear The Star Spangled Banner—combine our national anthem with a firework display and I’m a happy, sentimental American who can’t get enough of small-town parades, baton twirlers, bomb-pops and the Fourth of July. Be sure to check out your local area Independence Day celebrations to soak up everything there is about the upcoming holiday weekend in SW Lake County!

I also love everything about getting away—the time spent planning, packing, plotting and preparing to escape may be more important to me than the actual getaway. The anticipation of travel creates an aura of excitement that turns even the short hour-and-a-half drive north to a friend's lake house into an adventure that sustains my wanderlust from week to week as time marches on…until I read a vacation review like the one in this issue of SW Lake Lifestyle! I've already done my research and have happily booked my next vacation: I will most assuredly be upon a steamboat cruise to our as the season changes. What an amazing way to explore our country.

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editor Wendy Willison | WWillison@LifestylePubs.com

contributing writers Leanna Bahwell, Carol Levin, Sue Mackie, Sam Oliver, Helen Oliveri, Erika Samis, Sue Shimkus, Denise Snodell, Leah L. White

contributing photographers Donna Bolzman, Carol Levin, Laurie Wilhoit

With summer well under-way, I’m excited to take part in the many wonderful events SW Lake County has to offer. Please, if you are able, take some time out to enjoy the happenings in our community and I hope to see you around town!

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18 Modern Camping For Everyone

Good Times

Around Town

Giving Back

Page Turners

Water & Woods

Road Trip

Home Matters

Healthy Lifestyle

Sold Properties

30 Lifestyle Calendar

Updates make it easy to enjoy the great outdoors. 34

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20 All Aboard!

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Good Times

The Helen Oliveri Team Grand Opening

Local Chamber members and community guests enjoyed a ribbon-cutting ceremony, raffles prizes and refreshments as they toured the new Keller Williams Realty Partners state-of-the-art location in Hawthorn Woods.

The new Gilmer Road location in Hawthorn Woods.

Helen Oliveri and Hawthorn Woods Mayor Joseph Mancino cut the ribbon at her new location.

Helen and Mayor Mancino cut the cake after the ribbon-cutting ceremony.

Helen Oliveri announces the raffle prize winners.

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Good Times

Ela Township 55+ Inaugural Art Show

The debut of many artists in Lake Zurich provided a wonderful experience for those who displayed their art, and for the 80+ attendees who enjoyed their work.

Rosalie Lewandowski, an artist, displays her work.

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Painting by Cecilia Ford

The paintings of Marilyn Kirchwehm

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Around Town LEARN TO PLAY SOCCER AND BASEBALL WITH HAWTHORN WOODS PARKS & RECREATION It is never too early to for kids to begin sports. Participants will have a ball learning soccer and baseball skills at one of four camps teaching fundamental skills as they build self-confidence and experience team work. Quality instructors ensure your children will learn and advance their skills in a fun environment. Soccer/T-Ball Camp and Little Pink Baseball Camp begin July 8th and Lil Pro 1-Week Soccer Camp and Lil Kickers 1-Week Soccer Camp begins July 20th. Please visit online at VHW.org for specific information, class times and fees.

VISIT THE LAKE ZURICH FARMERS MARKET This year's season runs every Friday this summer through September 25, from 3 - 7 p.m. at Paulus Park. Featuring over 30 vendors selling produce, bakery items, sauces, honey, pesto, spices, olives, kettle corn, cheese, eggs, fresh meat, seafood, and more. Stop by for a bite to eat from various vendors and enjoy the seasonal offerings.

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• GYMGUYZ BRINGS THE GYM TO YOU Whether you want to work out at home, the office or any location of your choice, their certified personal trainers bring all of the equipment to you. GYMGUYZ’s coaches tailor exercise programs for individuals, group sessions, or corporate teams. All fitness equipment; including bands, balls and weights are loaded into their van to make working out convenient, creative and enjoyable for their clients. • RSVP RENTAL SERVICES CELEBRATES NEW LOCATION ON PEPPER ROAD RSVP, owned by the Kelsey family, was previously located on N. Northwest Highway in Barrington and has been involved with rental services for over 20 years.“Within weeks of opening the new location on Pepper Rd. in November, business nearly doubled,” says Russ Kelsey. From large tents, (fitting up to 400 people) to silverware and place settings, RSVP Rental has all your party needs. • GARFIELD’S BEVERAGE WAREHOUSE OPENS IN BARRINGTON Chamber members were delighted to learn all about the specialty beers, wine and liquor selection that Garfield’s Beverage Warehouse carries at great discounts. The Barrington store is one of six locations opened in the last five years. The family-owned business is headed by Bruce Garfield, who learned the trade from his father who started in the spirits industry in the 1970s as Cardinal Wine & Spirits.

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THE BARRINGTON AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CELEBRATES SEVERAL GRAND OPENINGS • DEIGNAN FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC SPECIALIZES IN PRENATAL, PEDIATRIC AND GENERAL CHIROPRACTIC CARE. After acquiring Felde Chiropractic earlier this year, Dr. Nicolas Deignan and Dr. Delphine Deignan relocated their successful practice from Cincinnati and are excited to join the Barrington community. Chamber members enjoyed networking, touring the facility and learning more about the health advantages of chiropractic methods at the ribbon-cutting event. From infants to elders, chiropractic methods focus on preventative measures to help patients lead healthier lifestyles. 12

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CFC HOSTS OPEN SELF-GUIDED PRAIRIE WALK JULY 5 Citizens for Conservation is hosting its second season of Interactive Self-Guided Prairie Walks at Flint Creek Savanna, located at CFC's Headquarters, 459 W. Hwy 22 in Lake Barrington. The preserve is open free to the public the first Sunday afternoon of each month, July through September, 1-4 p.m. The July 5th walk will feature wildflowers on the prairie. This is a great time to visit the prairie when the grasses are at medium height and all the wildflowers in bloom can be easily seen. Visitors might be surprised to see a Great White Egret stalking prey in the pond or Purple Martins in their high rise condo on

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Giving Back

Prom Gowns and the Glass Slipper Project ZENGELER CLEANERS MAKES PROM DREAMS COME TRUE ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY CAROL LEVIN

or the 13th year, Zengeler Cleaners helped to give Chicago-area high school girls the chance to go to prom, collecting a record number of nearly 5,000 prom dresses, plus shoes, jewelry, handbags and other accessories for the Glass Slipper Project, a local charity that gives prom gowns free to students who cannot otherwise afford them. Many of these beautiful gowns originally sold for hundreds of dollars and many Zengeler Cleaners customers purchase and donate brand new dresses, as well. The donations collected by the 158-year old family-owned and operated cleaners increases each year, with this year's donations valued at approximately $1.5 million. "So many young women now have the special opportunity to enjoy their prom this year, thanks to those who made these generous donations," says Tom Zengeler, president, Zengeler Cleaners. "The generosity of students donating their own dresses, as well as total strangers who purchased and donated brand new dresses is awe inspiring, and truly amazing." Zengeler Cleaners cleans, presses and makes minor repairs to the dresses, and then packs their vans for delivery to the distribution location—all services provided at no charge. The formal dresses and accessories are then distributed free to students at Glass Slipper "boutiques," where each student re14

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ceives individual assistance from a volunteer "personal shopper" to choose the prom attire of their dreams. This year's "boutique" shopping opportunities were held on two consecutive Saturdays during prom season at Price Elementary School in Chicago. Since 1999, the project has helped nearly 30,000 high school women to find their perfect prom dress. In 13 years, Zengeler Cleaners has collected more than 34,000 dresses, the most of any collection point involved in the drive. In the last few months, students at area high schools, along with Zengeler customers and several other local businesses, dropped off dresses and accessories at each of eight Zengeler Cleaners stores. Some dresses are brand new, with tags still attached. "We are proud that Zengeler Cleaners continues to help deserving students enjoy their prom each year," says Ray Mullen, executive director, Green Oaks, Libertyville, Mundelein, Vernon Hills (GLMV) Chamber of Commerce, of which Zengeler is a long-time member. Plans for next year's prom dress collections are already underway. Carol Levin is the public relations director, GLMV Chamber of Commerce. For more information, or to donate, visit ZengelerCleaners. com or GlassSlipperProject.org .

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magine that your daughter got a job and she couldn't tell you where she was going to work or what she would be doing when she got there. All you know is that she is going to help her country and work for the government. So your daughter gets on a train to this mystery place and every now and again, you receive letDenise Kiernan was head writer for ters. But you still don't know ABC's Who Wants to be Millionaire where she is. This may sound during its first season. She has worked as a journalist and written several like a horror story but it was nonfiction books. the reality for 75,000 people at the height of World War II. They left to work in Oak Ridge, Tennessee or "Atomic City," a makeshift town that existed to help America create the atomic bomb before our enemies could.

To most of the world, this town did not exist and they had no idea what people were doing there. Thousands of civilians, many of them young women from small towns across the South, were recruited to this secret city, enticed by solid wages and the promise of war-ending work. Kept very much in the dark, few would ever guess the true nature of the tasks they performed each day in the hulking factories in the middle of the Appalachian Mountains. Drawing on the voices of the women who lived it, The Girls of Atomic City rescues a remarkable, forgotten chapter of American history from obscurity. This important book is the Ela Area Public Library's One Book, One Reading Community selection for 2015. It reads almost like fiction, as Denise Kiernan has a great way of bringing these stories to life. You will be entertained but also learn a great deal about this period of the history of our country. And for those who commute, the book is excellent on audiobook, too. Pick up a copy at the Ela Area Public Library today. Leah L. White is the head of popular materials at the Ela Area Public Library in Lake Zurich. Visit EAPL.org for more book recommendations. July 2015 | SW Lake Lifestyle

Water & Woods

Citizens for Conservation Sets New Record NATIVE PLANT, SHRUB AND TREE SALE IS A TRIUMPH ARTICLE SAM OLIVER | PHOTOGRAPHY DONNA BOLZMAN

he Citizens for Conservation Native Plant, Shrub and Tree Sale set new records this year during its annual sale. According to Plant Sale Chairman Ginger Underwood, gardeners from the greater Barrington area, and many communities in Northern Illinois, the North Shore, suburbs south of Chicago, as far west as Rockford and from Wisconsin bought record numbers of native plants for their landscapes. “We sold 15,366 forbs (flowering plants) woodland plants, ferns and grasses, 281 shrubs and 209 trees,” Underwood reports. “There were seven species of milkweed, a total of 4,179 plants, included in the forbs total which we sold at near wholesale prices in order to encourage gardeners to plant milkweed to support the dwindling monarch butterfly population.” A total of 1,446 volunteer hours went into making the sale a success. An anticipated feature of the annual sale is the number of experienced volunteers on hand to offer advice about gardening with native plants. Asked to what she attributed the continuing and increased interest in the sale, Underwood said that in addition to the expert advice offered on the sale days, CFC’s Community Education programs and their Habitat Corridors home visits raise awareness of the importance and value of native plants.

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The 2015 sale was moved across the road from CFC Headquarters to the barn area of Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital. "The move made a huge difference in terms of parking safety and space for all the plants," Underwood says. "The crew at Good Shepherd Hospital was wonderful, they couldn’t have been more helpful.” In addition to thanking her expert and hard working committee that worked for months preparing for the sale, she pointed out the contributions of 2050 Design that made a big difference by providing pre-sale online ordering capability and more efficient check-out for gardeners eager to get their plants in the ground.

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ave you ever wondered what this country looked like to its early explorers and pioneers? The great rivers of America were the highways of early exploration. Stories and surprises lie around every bend surrounded by magnificent scenery. Sail the majestic Mississippi and the rivers of America’s heartland on an authentic overnight paddlewheel steamboat. Experience the rhythm of the river and the history of America, from Memphis to New Orleans and beyond. You will be transported back in time, to an era of leisurely and romantic travel. Storybook American towns and vibrant, bustling cities provide a bit of excitement between relaxing views of sweeping deltas and peaceful landscapes, the same visions that compelled the works of Mark Twain. Imagine yourself relaxing on a porch swing, enjoying the view of the Mississippi. Your first decision each morning: whether to relax in bed with a cheerful breakfast tray, enjoy freshly brewed coffee and piping hot beignets in the cheerful cafes, or experience fine dining in the restaurants on-board. After a day exploring a charming riverfront town or a relaxing, fun-filled day on your steamship, you will find every night a pure delight with musical revues, dancing and listening to jazz, blues, ragtime, bluegrass, country and rock-n-roll. Enticing and diverse line-ups of noted speakers will offer insights on the culture, people and history of America. A variety of themed river cruises await you, on the Mississippi River as well as the Cumberland River, the Ohio River and the Tennessee River. Meet some of baseball’s legendary players on the Great American Ballpark cruise; enjoy Big Band Swing sounds and more on the various music-themed cruises; fall in love with the 5 Rivers of the Heartland on a cruise from St. Louis and St Paul; delight in electrifying colors on the Fall Foliage cruise, or experience your desired holiday getaway on an American Queen Steamboat Company special ARTICLE SUE SHIMKUS | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED journey—there is even an Old-Fashioned Holiday

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HIGHLIGHTS ALONG THE MISSISSIPPI Memphis, Tennessee Elvis is King in Graceland, his memory lives on so be sure to pay a visit to the popular mansion. Stroll along Beale Street to experience nightlife and hear live music in the town considered to be both the Home of the Blues as well as the Birthplace of Rock-N-Roll. The Memphis Zoo has been named one of the best in the country and the National Civil Rights Museum is not to be missed. New Orleans, Louisiana Visit the world-famous French Quarter, dine on Creole and Cajun classics, let the good times roll in The Big Easy, as it’s often called as a testament to the slower, simpler, easy-going way of life in. Much more than Mardi Gras and museums, New Orleans, the birthplace of jazz, boasts a culture and charm all its own. Natchez, Mississippi Older than New Orleans and boasting more antebellum homes than anywhere else in the Southern United States, Natchez is a pure delight. Experience local Southern charm as you walk along the cobblestone streets amid the Spanish moss-draped oaks and beautiful gardens as you tour this historic city. St Louis, Missouri From its iconic 630-foot tall Gateway Arch to the many gardens, museums and vibrant nightlife offerings, St Louis is an easy city to explore. Forest Park—one of the largest urban parks in the United States—was home to the 1904 Louisiana Purchase Exposition and The St. Louis World’s Fair. Visit the Clydesdales near the Anheuser-Busch brewery or simply explore the boutiques and cafes along the riverfront. Vicksburg, Mississippi Discover Mississippi antiques and collectables in historic city shops and explore the Southern folk art galleries. Visit the site of the American Civil War Battle victory that, along with the Siege of Port Hudson in Louisiana, gave the United States control of the Mississippi River. The Vicksburg National Military Park includes 1,370 monuments, a virtual exhibit, a restored Union gunboat, and 17,077 graves of Civil War soldiers. 22

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It is the first impression anyone gets of your home. You could lose a buyer before they walk in the door if the exterior is not attractive. Painting the exterior of your home will bring an estimated 51 percent return when you sell and landscaping could help net an additional $2,000 (typically a 250 percent ROI). THE KITCHEN SELLS THE HOUSE.

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Energy efficient models for both heating/cooling, as well as toilets, are highly sought after and will save you money while you enjoy them. These can cut your utility costs, in some cases, by half! Replacing or repairing windows will help as well. Savvy buyers are looking for ways to save money as well so they will jump to the houses with these features before the others. You could be looking at a return of up to 181 percent when selling with these features. Summer is considered home improvement season. Plan carefully before jumping into projects that will cost you time and money without the benefit of adding value to your home. It’s also a good idea to consult a real estate agent about your plans. Any good agent will be happy to offer free advice about how to plan for future buyers and save you money down the road.

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TUESDAY THROUGH AUGUST 4TH EVENTS IN THE PLAZA INDEPENDENCE GROVE FOREST PRESERVE, LIBERTYVILLE

JULY 1

LAKE ZURICH MAIN STREET CRUISE NIGHT DOWNTOWN LAKE ZURICH

Join in the fun the first Wednesday of each month through October for an evening of cars from every era. Enjoy music, car trivia, raffles and fun for everyone. Entry is free to all car enthusiasts interested in displaying vehicles as well as spectators. For more information, call 847.773.7896.

JULY 2 THE LIMITED EDITION BIG BAND WAUCONDA AREA LIBRARY

Featuring a stunning library of over 1100 charts, The Limited Edition Big Band has been delighting audiences in the Chicago area for 25 years. The Wauconda Summer Concert Series is proud to present these wonderful, versatile musicians as they cover the full spectrum of big band swing, jazz, and dance music. For more information regarding this free event, visit WaucondaParks.org.

The big sound and high-energy stage performances of RockStar Rodeo will have you up and dancing. Covering artists such as Brantley Gilbert, Miranda Lambert, Jason Aldean and many more. Take the best of Austin, the fun from Nashville and add the hottest modern, pop, country and rock hits and you’ll know just what to expect at this rodeo party. Please call 847.968.3499 for further details.

JULY 10 - 12 ST. DEMETRIOS' ANNUAL GREEK FEST LIBERTYVILLE

Come out and enjoy this wonderful mix of Greek food including Lamb on the spit, Souvlakia (shish-kebab), Greek chicken, Gyros, Spanakopita (spinach pie), and more! There will also be delicious Greek pastries, games for the kids, Greek music and dancing. Tour the beautiful Fifth Century design Byzantine church. For more information, call 847.623.0190.

JULY 11 & 12 52ND IPRA CHAMPIONSHIP RODEO GOLDEN OAKS RODEO GROUNDS, WAUCONDA

The Wauconda Area Chamber of Commerce annual rodeo shoots out of the gate with dazzling routines by the Midwest Renegade Equestrian Drill Team and offers six exciting rodeo events, food, beer garden, mechanical bull riding and more. The fun returns Sunday at 1 p.m. for Family Day featuring a petting zoo and pony rides. Visit WaucondaAreaChamber.org for full schedule and updated details.

JULY 3 FIREWORKS + FOOD OVER BANGS LAKE FESTIVITIES START AT 11 A.M. LINDY'S LANDING, WAUCONDA

Choose from two different ways to enjoy the view of the fireworks on Bangs Lake. Pick from a 5-Course Dinner Extravaganza or BBQ on the Beach with DJ entertainment. Limited seating available; reservations are recommended. Visit LindysLanding.net for more information.

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JULY 12 LAKE ZURICH AREA TRIATHLON PAULUS PARK, LAKE ZURICH

Venture out for an evening of live music from Deja Vu and fireworks on July 3rd. Bring a picnic dinner or dine on food and beverages available from local vendors. On the 4th, enjoy the parade. Route starts at Falkirk and Lagoon and ends at Village Hall with a flag raising ceremony.

The areas premier USAT sanctioned Olympic distance triathlon will continue tradition with the ET Lake Zurich Triathlon. The event has grown to over 500 participants and is one of the areas top Olympic distance-only events. A single-loop counter-clockwise swim and a rolling 24.9 bike course has a two-loop scenic run around Lake Zurich that is not only great for spectators but also primarily flat and fast. Information at LakeZurichTri.com.

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JULY 17 HAWTHORN WOODS FRIDAY NIGHT FEST COMMUNITY PARK, HAWTHORN WOODS

Cruise on over for an evening of free family fun! Exotic and classic cars are welcome to compete for best car awards. This Car Show Cruise Night is paired with the Concerts in the Parks series: dance performances by Trilogy Performing Arts at 5:30 p.m. and the Cadillac Casanovas will play 50s rock at 6:30 p.m. Lastly, at dusk, Summer Movies in the Parks will feature the film Paddington for all to enjoy.

JULY 17 BARRINGTON'S 150TH BIRTHDAY PARTY CITIZENS PARK, BARRINGTON

Celebrate Barrington's 150th Birthday during this free event. Enjoy music from Final Say, a roaming magician, face painting, bubble show, Flying Fool and inflatables. All are welcome.

JULY 18 LAKE ZURICH CHILI COOK-OFF PAULUS PARK, LAKE ZURICH

Calling all chili lovers! This event is officially sanctioned by CASI; CASI rules will apply. If you prefer eating to cooking, all chili entries will be available for tasting after 2:15pm. Try all the chili you want (while supplies last!) for just $2 when you bring a canned good for our local food pantry. Visit LakeZurich.org for entry details; proceeds benefit Young at Heart Pet Rescue.

JULY 26 6TH ANNUAL VETERANS PIG ROAST & CONCERT THE VILLAGE TAVERN, LONG GROVE

Come support the veterans and their families and express gratitude for their service in the historic downtown of Long Grove. Open to the general public, all are invited to enjoy a pig roast, grilled brats and hotdogs along with live music and kids area with games. Additional information available at VisitLongGrove.com. 32

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Parting Thoughts

Time to Cancel the Swimsuit Issue WORDS DENISE SNODELL

s a woman, I think bathing suit shopping is a nightmare. But not the way you would expect. The horror I experience has nothing to do with what I see in the fitting room. It’s what I hear: Body-bashing from a chorus of unfamiliar voices. Instant, TMZ-worthy critiques. I have come to believe the back areas of retail stores are actually self-loathing chat rooms. “Look at my thighs! They’re huuuuge!” “I’m paler than a stack of fresh printer paper.” “Cellulite Central!” “Side boobs.” “Salute my arm flags.” Cut it out, my dears. Just cut it out. I’ve noticed two common themes in this constant commentary. 1. Shape—too big here, too small there, etcetera. Tons and tons of etcetera. 2. Skin—too pale, too loose, too whatever. As I write this, I am 7 pounds lighter than I was the previous month. But it’s not due to an advertised diet hawked by celebrities who, for the past decade, have been losing the same 50 pounds over and over again. (Yeah, that “system” works.) My quick dip to “swimsuit ready” arrived without intention: I was double-whammied by several weeks of insane busy-ness and a horrible stomach virus. That smack-down did more than wind the scale back; it left me weak for a large chunk of time. I missed out on a big Memorial Day weekend. And just after that summer kick-off, I had to literally prop myself up for two special birthday celebrations. I leaned on door frames while conjuring auto pilot smiles. My appetite was gone. I missed out on good food and energetic frolic. I’ll never get those days back. 34

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The experience was a little reminder of what’s important. Ladies, if you can propel yourself around a room or alongside a pool or across a sandy beach this summer, your body is just right. If you can hug your family and friends with your socalled arm flags, you are beautiful and you are lucky. If you can bite into a sandwich or scoop up a salad with gusto, just do it with gratitude and no apologies. And what about our pre-determined skin tones? I think dissatisfaction with any shade in the human spectrum is such an arbitrary standard of “beauty.” I don’t understand it when I see people baking for endless hours by sun or bulb. I was born on the fair scale—my mother is an Irish beauty. I’m totally fine with this genetic nod to alabaster. No “correction” needed. If my legs blend with paint chips from the Sherwin Williams egg shell collection, the world will have to deal with it, not me. I say, PFFT—the universal word for shrug. After growing up with brothers and raising sons, I know this shrug word well. And I have a strong suspicion men’s fitting rooms echo with pffts. Guys who might have over-pursued the other kind of six-pack (liquid/hops) might discover they have to “upgrade” their swim trunk size from last year. “Ah, well,” I’ll bet they think, “Time to cut out the fries and move more. Pfft.” Then, they buy their suits with maybe a little extra resolve, but always with joyful swimming pool cannonballs on their immediate agendas. I like that scenario. Sisters, maybe we should all take a cue and wear our tankinis like a man.

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