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February 2017

The Success Story of

Mignon Faget Behind the scenes at Mignon Faget headquarters page 18

Happy Valentine’s Day, from Senior Living  Magazine Fun Facts, Gift Guide, +Word Search pages 6, 21, + 24

February is Heart Month!

Go Red, with the American Heart Association page 25

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February 2017

The Success Story of

Mignon Faget Behind the scenes at Mignon Faget headquarters page 18

Happy Valentine’s Day, from Senior Living  Magazine Fun Facts, Gift Guide, +Word Search pages 6, 21, + 24

Go Red, with the American Heart Association page 11

Table of Contents

Two Sides to Every Story When I was in elementary school, I got into a major argument with a boy in my class. I have forgotten what the argument was about, but I have never forgotten the lesson I learned that day. I was convinced that “I” was right and “he” was wrong – and he was just as convinced that “I” was wrong and “he” was right. The teacher decided to teach us a very important lesson. She brought us up to the front of the class and placed him on one side of her desk and me on the other. In the middle of her desk was a large, round object. I could clearly see that it was black. She asked the boy what color the object was. “White,” he answered. I couldn’t believe he said the object was white when it was obviously black! Another argument started between my classmate and me, this time about the color of the object. The teacher told me to go stand where the boy was standing and told him to come stand where I had been. We changed places, and now she asked me what the color of the object was. I had to answer, “White.” It was an object with two differently colored sides, and from his viewpoint it was white. Only from my side, it was black.

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February is Heart Month!

February 2017 • Volume 4/Issue 2

On the cover: Mignon Faget, photographed at the Mignon Faget Headquarters,

by Bach Imagery, LLC. Article by Mary Bounds.

Notes & News /Page 4 Senior Living’s Book Club Corner /Page 8 by: Liz Maddox Spiritual Maturity /Page 10

by Dr. Larry T. McEwen Nutrition: Pecans, in a nutshell /Page 14 Focus on Heart Health (SMH announcement) /Page 14

by Vasanth Bethala, MD A Podiatrist’s Advice: Tennis–and Your Feet /Page 15

Sometimes we need to look at the problem from the other person’s view in order to truly understand his/her perspective.

4 Hot Spots to Hit This Spring in Your RV /Page 16 Valentine’s Day Gift Guide /Page21

Meet the Staff of Senior Living

Publishers Michelle Carollo Kelly Walgamotte

Director of Marketing Renee Ragucci-Shelton

Editor Lana Walgamotte

Designer Dan Sause

Walter Herrmann, III Fjallraven Polar 2017 /Page 22

by Mary Bounds COAST update: New Sofware System to Larger Centers /Page 23 Greater New Orleans Senior Olympics /Page 24 February is Heart Month! American Heart Association /Page 25 Yoga for Sleep /Page 26 Senior Sampler / Page 28 Pelican Athletic Club: Seniors Say YES to Fitness and Fun /Page 31

by Becky Rolland

Photographer Bach Imagery

Contributing Writers Vasanth Bethala, MD, Mary Bounds, Dr. Larry T. McEwen, Liz Maddox, Laurie Panzeca, Becky Rolland

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Notes & News February 2017

An Avocado a Day Keeps the Doctor Away Sliced up in a breakfast taco, mashed up and spread on toast, or tossed in a salad– no matter how you serve it, avocados are awesome. A recent study released by the American Heart Association Gives us even more reason to cherish the "alligator pears" (their given name in China).

Study participants who consumed a moderate-fat diet and ate one avocado a day saw bad cholesterol levels reduced twice as much as the cholesterol levels of participants who consumed a low-fat diet without eating an avocado each day.

Triglyceride blood levels also showed improvement among participants who added some of the delicious green goodness to their daily diet. The goal of the study: to show that replacing saturated fatty acids with unsaturated fatty acids like those found in avocados can benefit your cardiovascular health.

Optimism: Your Daily Dose for a Healthier Heart There’s a saying that it takes just as much energy to be negative as it does to be positive. And it just so happens that a new study has shown that being positive and having an upbeat outlook on life has now been proven to increase cardiovascular health. Researchers at the University Of Illinois found that optimistic people had twice the odds of an ideal cardiovascular condition as their counterparts. Optimists had significantly better blood sugar and total cholesterol levels than those who had a negative outlook on life. Optimists were also noted as being more physically active, having healthier body mass indexes, and were less likely to smoke. “This evidence suggests that prevention strategies that target psychological well-being may be a potential avenue for the American Heart Association to reach its goal of improving Americans’ cardiovascular health”, said Rosalba Hernandex, lead researcher of the study.

Sleep for Cleaner Arteries The next time you're tempted to stay up late, remember how comfy that pillow will feel -and how good a full night's sleep is for your heart. In one study, young and middle-age adults who slept 7 hours a night had less calcium in their arteries (an early sign of heart disease) than those who slept 5 hours or less or those who slept 9 hours or more. The

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type of shut-eye they got was important, too.

Adults who said they got good-quality sleep also had healthier arteries than those who didn't sleep soundly. If you have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep at night, or if you don't feel refreshed after a full night in bed, talk to your doctor about how healthier sleep habits might improve your slumber.

10 Surprising Facts About Heart Attacks

1. Every 20 seconds a heart attack occurs and a heart attack fatality occurs about every minute.

2. Almost 14 million Americans have a history of heart attack or angina.

3. Heart attacks do not always have recognizable symptoms.

4. Men and women do not always experience the same heart attack symptoms.

5. Women under the age of 50 are twice as likely to die of a heart attack than men of the same age, according to the Women’s Heart Foundation (often because of ignoring early warnings).

6. More than one million people in the United States suffer from a heart attack each year.

7. Costs related to heart attack exceed 60 billion dollars per year, which includes charges for hospitalization, doctors, and prescription drugs.

8. At the first sign of chest discomfort, chewing an uncoated aspirin can help reduce the amount of damage to the heart muscles during a heart attack.

9. Around half of heart attack deaths occur within one hour of the heart attack–outside a hospital.

10. Heart attacks can occur in young people.

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Notes & News February 2017

Valentine's Day history in New Orleans survived early efforts of suppression Mardi Gras got going in New Orleans soon after the city’s founding in 1718. The Spanish, who ruled the Big Easy from 1762 to 1800, apparently cracked down on certain Mardi Gras rituals (though documentation from that period is scarce). U.S. authorities did much the same after taking control in 1803, banning both masked balls and public disguises.

Nonetheless, they eventually accepted the festival’s existence. The first recorded Mardi Gras street parade in New Orleans took place in 1837, by which time the city had transformed from a small backwater into a major metropolis. Twenty years later, six men organized a secret society called the Mistick Krewe of Comus.

By holding a parade with the theme of “The Demon Actors in Milton’s Paradise Lost,” along with a lavish grand ball, Comus reversed the declining popularity of Mardi Gras and helped establish New Orleans as its clear epicenter in the United States.

This year, more than 1 million visitors are expected to attend.

Walking to Improve Your Mood You know how sometimes it takes a glass of wine or a square (or three) of dark chocolate to blunt the edge of a rough day? Well,

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There are no recorded ties between Valentine's Day and love or romance prior to Geoffrey Chaucer's Parlement of Foules in 1382, in which the poet mentions birds mating on the holiday. It was generally seen as mid-February that birds began mating as spring began appearing.

In the Middle Ages a tradition (condemned by the Church) appeared in Europe of men drawing women's names from jars on Valentine's Day to select a random sex partner. A little later, the holiday morphed from being one of casual sex to one of romance, and letter-writing and poetry on Valentine's became popular... by the end of the 18th century, there were books with Valentine's Day lovers' poems for men who lacked the creativity to come up with their own.

Omega-3's Please!

This fatty acid is found in fish, and it can be helpful in balancing blood lipids such as cholesterol and triglycerides.

“Fish oil is helpful for people who have high triglycerides or who are at risk of heart disease,” says Charles Campbell, M.D., clinical cardiologist, and director of inpatient services at the University of Kentucky. Studies show Omega-3 can help prevent heart attack because

going for a walk is a zero-calorie strategy with the same benefits, says Jampolis. “Research shows that regular walking actually modifies your nervous system so much that you’ll experience a decrease in anger and hostility,” she says. What’s more, when you make your walks social—you stride with, say, your partner, a neighbor, or a good friend— that interaction helps you feel connected, says Jampolis, which boosts mood. Finally,

In early 19th century England, paper Valentine's Day cards became immensely popular, and in 1847 an American woman named Esther Howland began to mass produce valentines for an American public, and the holiday soon became the commercialized holiday it is in the English-speaking world now... setting the tone for the commercialization of other holidays soon thereafter.

it slows the build-up of plaque in the arteries. You can get pure fish oil in capsule form, but that can be expensive, and eating more fish will do more to improve your total health. “The best way to treat triglycerides is to treat metabolic syndrome with diet and exercise—prevention starts there,” he says.

A serving of fish twice a week or 1,000 mg daily is recommended if you have high triglycerides or a family history heart disease. Oily fish like salmon, tuna, and mackerel are great food sources

walking outdoors exposes you to natural sunlight, which can help stave off Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)—making it a potential antidote for the winter blues.

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Book Club Corner February 2017

Liz Maddox:

This is a first in the Between the Wines Book Club history: four members of our group loved this book, and I was the lone dissent.

Milan Kundera's T he Joke is a timely piece even though it was written in 1965 and is set in the recently formed Communist regime in post-World War II Czechoslovakia.

This month's selection: The Joke

by Milan Kundera

Between the Wines rating:

FOUR OUT OF FIVE STEMS

Next month's selection: Girl Waits With Gun

by Amy Stewart

Ludvik Jahn is the main character who is expelled from the Communist Party after writing a "joke" on a postcard sent to his girlfriend. She's attending a youth camp and has been sending him enthusiastic letters about her time there.

Ludvik snarkingly mocks her by writing: "Optimism is the opium of the people! A healthy atmosphere stinks of stupidity!" He is promptly expelled from both the university and the party, and then sent to a camp with other political enemies for reprogramming. In essence, the next fifteen years of his life are changed because of what he insists was just a joke.

What I liked about the book, is not only the chance to appreciate the freedoms we have in this country, but also my reinvigorated belief that our freedom of speech needs to be protected at all costs. There's a great message here, and Kundera's writing style is so beautiful that it is easy to get lost in his words.

"What I love in a woman is not what she is in

Marlene:

This novel is not a casual read, but a book to be discussed and dissected. It attempts to explain comlicated themes of idealism, revenge, and obsession. And, ultimately, presents life as a joke

Cathy:

for more information on this book or others, email me at: emaddox185@yahoo.com

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A brilliant first novel! I loved The Joke, not just for its musical references, it's political implications, its reminder of the twist and turns in life and the many regrets life leaves us with, but most of all for its message of redemption and friendship

and for herself, but the side of herself she turns toward me, what she is for me. I love her as a character in our common love story."

What I disliked most was Ludvik himself; he's not a likable character. I think most people assume the title refers to the joke that changed his life (and there are more than one as the story continues), but I interpreted the title differently.....I saw it as the tag line that people often use after you've been insulted. "Looks like you haven't missed many meals....haha, it's just a joke."

Ludvik really isn't a kind person to anyone, but especially not to the women in his life.

But ultimately, I'm glad I read it. As a sheltered, middle-class woman, I need opportunities to see how difficult life can be. Lucie, a peasant woman that Ludvik meets while he's in his prison camp, is such an inspiration overcoming horrible abuses. Through Jaroslav, Ludvik's childhood friend, we get a chance to see the history and culture of the Czech people.

Barbara:

The Joke is not a novel for sissies! This read will make you stop, think, and think some more. Kundera shows us how living in the past and living for revenge only brings unhappiness

Cindy:

This novel shows the reality of how a small action meant as a joke can ruin a person’s life. The course of a man’s life is altered forever and instead of moving forward, he lets his bitterness and revenge continue to change his life for the worse. The joke is on him and many others in the story.

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Spiritual Maturity

by Dr. Larry T. McEwen

SPIRITUAL MATURITY

by: Dr. Larry T. McEwen

Step up to the plate!

Let me ask you a question. Even if you're not a big baseball fan, have you ever heard of Babe Ruth? In 1923, he and Cy Williams both broke the record for home runs, with 40 each.

In 1927, Babe Ruth became the first to hit 60 home runs in one season and that record held for 34 years. He had a career total of 714,

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which was a record he held for 39 years. But he held an even bigger record for 29 years!

Do you know what that record was? He struck out 1,330 times! What can we learn from this? Several things. You may strikeout if you step up to the plate, but if you don't step up to the plate you won't even have a chance of hitting a home run or even getting to first base!

And here's another life lesson from the 1,330 strikeouts: Just because you've struck out before doesn't mean you will strikeout this time! But here's the way the enemy of your soul works: Satan wants you to focus on past failures! Satan wants you to believe you can't do any better!

Satan wants you to live in condemnation and defeat! Satan wants you to be discouraged by the consequences of past failures. Satan doesn't want you to know that with God's help you can step up to the plate and at least get to first base, or second, or third, and maybe even hit a home run! You might remember that Peter, one of Jesus’ disciples, once struck out in a very public way. While Jesus was on trial, Peter was standing at a distance watching the proceedings

As we mature in life, most of us have a strong desire to remain independent as long as humanly possible! This desire motivates our plans for the retirement years as we think about financial independence, housing independence, health independence! and was asked if he was aandfollower of Jesus, and There is nothing wrong with pursuing these goals with a passion! he denied even knowing Jesus.

Not once, but However, when it comes to spiritual maturity, the opposite is true.

The moretimes! we growThat’s in our walk with God, the more come to three a strike out!

Butwewhen you realize our increasing dependence upon Him in every area of our read the rest of the story, you find that Jesus did lives. Why? Because a mature person has experienced times in not life kick Peter off the team but forgave their when they chose to live independently of God’s him direc- and tion, guidance, and strength.

In retrospect, would laterwisdom use him to share God’s those lovetimes with were some of the darkest and most difficult of their lives. A spirthousands of people. So don’t let past failures itually maturing person is very willing to lay down their human keepandyou from stepping up topower, theand plate.

God pride admit they need God’s presence, protection every maturity thismaybe fact: dependcan single and day. willSpiritual get you on recognizes base and even ence upon God is the key to living with meaning and purpose. allow youstated to hit home run! Check out Peter’s The Psalmist this a concept beautifully in Psalm 62:5-8…

home run in Acts 2:14-41.

Psa 62:5 Find rest, O my soul, in God alone; my hope comes from him.

Psa 62:6 He alone is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress, more on this concept, visit our website at: IFor will not be shaken.

http://northshorechurch.net Psa 62:7 My salvation and my honor depend on God ; he is my mighty rock, my refuge.

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Psa 62:8 Trust in him at all times, O people; pour out your hearts sermon or read sermon notes and then one to him, for God is our refuge. Selah

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Nutrition February 2017

Pecans, in a nutshell A 2011 study by Loma Linda University revealed naturally occurring antioxidants and different forms of vitamin E in pecans.These nuts are especially rich in one form of vitamin E called gamma-tocopherols. Thefindings illustrated that after eating pecans, gamma-tocopherol levels in the body doubled and unhealthy oxidation of LDL (bad) cholesterol in the blood decreased by as much as 3 percent.

Pecans contain more than 19 vitamins and minerals and are loaded with healthy fats. Over 90 percent of the fat found in pecans is unsaturated, heart-healthy fat.

Pecan trees are the only major nut-producing tree in North America. Pecans are now grown extensively in the southeastern United States and are a prominent part of the regional cuisine.

Historicaly, Native Americans and early American settlers used pecans because they were easily accessed along major waterways and were far easier to shell than other North American nut species.

When choosing the perfect pecans, look for ones that are plump and uniform in color and size. What makes these nuts extra special is that despite being harvested in the fall, pecans can easily be stored for use year-round.

Outside the Shell Think

STORAGE Have pecans left over from a holiday party? Don't throw them away just yet...

• Shelled pecans can be refridgerated for about nine months, or frozen for up to two years.

• In-shell pecans can be stored in a cool, dry place for 6–12 months.

• Pecans can be thawed and refrozen repeatedly without loss of flavor or texture.

• Airtight containers are the best for storing pecans in the refrigerator. Sealed plastic bags are best for storing pecans in the freezer.

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DON'T TOSS THEM, REUSE THEM • Mulch and Compost: Because pecan mulch can be somewhat acidic, they are especially good for use around azaleas and blueberry bushes. Though they lack nutrient value, they do provide moisture retention.

• Beauty Products: Grind a small amount of shells in a food processor and add them to soaps and body scrubs as an exfoliator.

• Grilling: Pecan shells can be added to your wood chips to give your meats, especially pork, a smooth, fruitier taste.

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Focus on Heart Health February 2017

Tips to Avoid Heart Attacks?

by Vasanth Bethala, MD

More people have heart attacks during this time of year than at any other time due to excessive alcohol, lack of exercise and food overconsumption – all hallmarks of the holiday season and carnival season here in Louisiana.

The holidays are also accompanied by high levels of stress and

depression, which can also lead to an increased risk of cardiac events in the coming months. To help reduce stress and improve mood, as weather allows, exercise such as a morning walk or jog can be a good way to help prevent a health scare.

It’s also important to remember to eat, drink and be merry - in moderation that is! While moderate alcohol intake appears to protect the heart, repeated overindulgence poses a direct and immediate threat to the heart. Plus, all those high-fat and salty foods not only raise the long-term dangers of obesity and high blood pressures, but can also increase the immediate likelihood of a heart attack.

One of the biggest risks of all is when an episode of chest discomfort is attributed to indigestion, and that missed trip to the hospital becomes fatal. Know the signs of a heart attack, and call 911 if you or someone you know has one or more of the following symptoms:

• Heart attack symptoms include chest pain, arm, neck or jaw pain, difficulty breathing, anxiety, perfuse sweating and nausea.

• Women often have little or no chest pain with a heart attack. Instead, they tend to experience unusual fatigue, difficulty sleeping and shortness of breath that may precede the heart attack by as long as a month.

• Increased fluid retention can occur with higher salt

content in holiday foods and this can lead to shortness of breath.

• Out-of-towners can be especially reluctant to go to an unfamiliar hospital or doctor. Don’t delay!

To help you stay on track, below are some simple tips to keep yourself heart-healthy:

• Eat and drink moderately.

If you or a loved one is experiencing symptoms of a heart attack, call 911. For more information on the cardiology services offered through the Slidell Memorial Hospital Heart Center and the Ochsner Health Network, please visit www.SlidellMemorial.org.

• Don't let minor things stress you out.

• Think calmly, rationally and seek help.

Do not stress yourself out.

• Continue to exercise. Regular exercise reduces the risk

of heart disease and depression/psychological stress.

In good weather, outdoor exercise is always a great idea.

• If you find yourself depressed, tell somebody, + get help.

• Don't ignore symptoms that may indicate a heart attack — hospitals appreciate false alarms over mortalities.

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A Podiatrist’s Advice

Tennis - and Your Feet Tennis is an enjoyable sport for people of all ages. It provides a great way to get moving and stay active, and it can be played well into one’s seventies. Even though tennis is a relatively safe sport, it can be rough on your feet. Players must be cautious of the following foot injuries that commonly occur as a result of playing tennis.

Ankle Sprains

Tennis Toe

Morton’s Neuroma

Tennis Leg

Blisters

Muscle cramps

Ankle sprains are common in tennis as a result of the frequent rapid changes in direction. An ankle sprain occurs when the foot inverts relative to the leg and damages the ligaments on the outside of the ankle.

Treatments include contrast baths, NSAIDs, and physical therapy, depending on the severity of the sprain. Most people with ankle sprains should be set to get back on the courts after 2-4 weeks, but make sure you get yourself an ankle brace! The brace will help to prevent future ankle injuries.

This tennis injury is actually a form of tendonitis. Tennis leg occurs when the gastrocnemius, a large muscle at the back of the calf, tears partially off the shin bone. This could happen as a result of landing from a jump that stretches your Achilles tendon.

Treatment includes rest, ice, compression, and elevation.

This can also be called “black toenail” or “runner’s nail.” Tennis toe’s medical term is subungual hematoma, which is essentially bruising under the toenail. Small blood vessels in this area can become damaged by the sudden starting and stopping that occurs while playing tennis, which causes the bruise. Factors that contribute to the development of Tennis toe are ill-fitting shoes, loose shoelaces, and long toenails or toes. To quell the pain of Tennis toe and to reduce swelling, apply cool compresses to the affected area.

Blisters form as a result of a rubbing between the foot and the sock or shoe, often on bony surfaces like the toe knuckles. To prevent blisters, it is important to wear comfortable, well-fitting shoes. Tennis players should also wear wool or synthetic socks, which wick away moisture from the foot that could otherwise cause blisters.

Tennis players can experience increased pressure in the nerves in the balls of their feet, which leads to a Morton’s neuroma.

A Morton’s neuroma is a pinched nerve in the ball of the foot that forms into a benign tumor. It develops as a result of chronic inflammation and pressure on the nerve.

A Morton’s neuroma is treatable, but if left unchecked it can turn into a large mass that could require surgical removal.

Muscle cramps an also be common while playing tennis. To protect yourself, make sure to stay hydrated before and during your tennis match, especially when it’s hot out.

While playing tennis is a blast, tennis injuries defi definitely nitely are not. Keep yourself healthy by stretching the muscles in your legs both before and after you play. You can protect your feet by buying special tennis shoes, which are designed to “give” on side to side motion to keep your feet safer.

If you protect yourself now and make sure to address any problems as soon as you feel pain, then you can enjoy playing tennis for years to come!

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Mignon Faget’s original boutique for her personally designed, ready-to-wear clothing in New Orleans. Creating her first jewelry designs to enhance her clothing ensembles, she soon realized her jewelry was more profitable than her clothing. In time, her business transformed into one of New Orleans most highly regarded avant-garde jewelry lines, now headquartered Uptown on Magazine Street, with three New Orleans retail locations, and dozens of retail partners nation-wide.

A signature piece of jewelry withstands the test of time. Thus, for more than forty years, one name has stood apart for designing and manufacturing unique, expressive jewelry in New Orleans. The name is Mignon Faget, and her innovative creations, which carry her name, have long been synonymous with terms such as: classic, inspired and lasting. A native of New Orleans, Faget’s original designs artfully reflect her spirit and passion, inspired by architecture and nature innate to New Orleans and the gulf coast.

In 1969, Mignon Faget was a budding entrepreneur in the world of fashion, opening a boutique for her personally designed, ready-to-wear clothing in New Orleans. Creating her first jewelry designs to enhance her clothing ensembles, she soon realized her jewelry was more profitable than her clothing.

In time, her business transformed into one of New Orleans most highly regarded avant-garde jewelry lines, complete with her distinctive trademark on each carefully crafted piece. Turning her focus to jewelry, Faget enjoyed a fresh, recreated excitement in designing her namesake pieces. “Jewelry designs are forever. I could distill my ideas into an intimate and lasting form…My spirit was in my work.”

A fifth generation New Orleanian, Faget’s ancestral heritage originated in France on both sides of her family.

Being the youngest of four children, she watched as her siblings became dentists, joining the medical field like their father, a noted physician. Young Mignon, however, was influenced at an early age by her beloved mother and developed an energetic, growing interest in creative arts.

Also named Mignon, Faget’s mother encouraged her youngest child’s creativity and free spirit, in part through her art of sewing. In fact, shopping with her mother for fabric is one of Faget’s favorite childhood memories. “Even at a young age, my mother would take me fabric shopping at Krauss’ Department Store. I embraced these outings on Canal Street, seeing the fashions in the windows and the ladies strolling around in hats and white gloves…

My mother allowed me to dictate the design, choose the textiles and pattern.

My mother was a virtual saint.”

Designing her own clothing with her mother, Faget was drawn toward art and design. Her interest in the arts further advanced through training at Sophie Newcomb College of Tulane University, earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree with a concentration

in sculpture. She continued her education in the arts at l’Atelier de la Grande Chaumiere in Paris and the Parsons School of Design in New York, later pursuing post graduate studies in botany at her alma mater, Tulane University.

In 1969, Faget used her instincts and drive to start her own business.

When asked about being a woman entrepreneur, her response was enlightening. “The things I like to do became my work. I know that if you grow it, it becomes a career, if you don’t, it remains a hobby…It is important to trust your own strengths and find people to work with who have strengths to support you in other areas. Doing this allowed me to focus on my own passion and skills.” Finally, Faget maintains being a woman was an advantage, since she was designing for women and knew her market.

Proud of what she has accomplished, Faget is always humbled when women say she inspired them to start their own business.

But that’s not to say her emerging business never had challenges.

Indeed, her first jewelry piece was a sterling silver belt-buckle, inspired by a sand dollar and produced in a rather unconventional way. Faget explains, “The silver came from Pg. 19

Artisans add finishing touches to pieces of jewelry at the Mignon Faget Magazine Street headquarters.

wedding presents that I melted down.

I didn’t care for the bonbon dishes themselves, but I suppose they ended up being very important to me!”

Fortunately, her ingenuity paid-off, and the popular sand dollar beltbuckle led to her first official jewelry collection, named “Sea.” As for the melted bonbon dishes, they were obviously not Faget’s most favored wedding gifts, but they could arguably be considered the most valuable.

Since launching her premiere jewelry line in the early 1970’s, Mignon Faget has featured over 50 unique collections, often reflecting her deep connection to New Orleans and it’s environment. The Fleur de Lis and Louisiana collections are traditional favorites, celebrating the great city and state she calls home.

Also spotlighted in her diverse creations is a certain child-like whimsy, seen most adorably in her collection, “Animal Crackers.” A throwback to youthful nostalgia, these charming Animal Cracker designs are perfect for children, yet can be fondly worn at any stage of one’s life.

The designs are ageless; growing up is optional!

Mignon Faget Headquarters is ideally based on Magazine Street in a converted historic bank building, complete with a room-sized vault.

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From designing to hand-finishing, it’s all done beneath this roof. And if it appears that Faget regards her employees and staff like family, maybe it’s because she does. In fact, her son, John Humphries, can also be found designing his innovative jewelry there. Although mother and son have their own unique styles, Faget is pleased that their results are quite harmonious. Plus, the family’s talent doesn’t stop there, as Faget’s other children, Jacqueline and William, are gifted in art and design as well.

Beyond an artist and designer, Faget is an art advocate and preservationist, actively supporting organizations to preserve the culture, architecture, and traditions of New Orleans. Using her talents and resources, she is diligently involved in furthering such causes. Most recently, she created designs to raise funds for the 2018 NOLA Foundation, the Gallier Hall Restoration Fund, and the Marigny Opera House. And let’s not forget her “Rebirth Pin” designed after Hurricane Katrina. A portion of the proceeds from this acclaimed design funded the establishment of the Louisiana Cultural Economy Foundation. The list could go on and on. In truth, areas throughout Louisiana have been infinitely impacted by the charitable works of

Mignon Faget. What a lasting legacy!

For more than forty years, Mignon Faget has impressed the crowds by designing exceptional jewelry with lasting appeal. Whether inspired by her beloved city or created for a cause, her finely crafted creations are cherished favorites. Looking to the future, Faget hopes to travel extensively, taking time to truly explore. “I’d like to take the opportunity to fully immerse myself in the cultures I visit…exploring nature with time for contemplation, investigation and the escape from the everyday.” Will her travels provide fresh inspiration for a new exotic collection? One can certainly hope!

Mignon Faget 3801 Magazine Street New Orleans LA 70118 The Shops at Canal Place 333 Canal Street, First Level New Orleans Louisiana 70130 Lakeside Shopping Center 3301 Veterans Memorial Blvd.

Metairie Louisiana 70002 800.375.7557 www.mignonfaget.com

Valentine’s Day Gift Guide Love Link Heart Pearl Necklace, from $160

Love Link Dangles, $100

Doubloon Pendant, from $50

Voodoo Doll Pendant, $110

Doubloon Dangles, from $165

New items from Mignon Faget, from the 2017 Valentine’s Day and Mardi Gras collections, www.mignonfaget.com Enjoy Creole Italian at Nuvolari’s. This unique dining experience stems from classic Italian food with a south Louisiana flair–traits that have made Nuvolari’s a local and regional favorite for nearly 30 years. Consistenly earning four stars from New Orleans food critic Tom Fitzmorris, Nuvolari’s is open every night and located just two blocks from Lake Ponchartrain. Nuvolari’s is the perfect choice for a comfortable yet fine-dining experience.

Nuvolari’s Ristorante 246 Girod Street Mandeville, La 70448 (985) 626-5619 www.nuvolaris.com

See the city from up in the air on and exciting 30, 45, or 60 minute aerial tour of New Orleans by airplane. View the Mississippi River, the French Quarter, Superdome, and Port of New Orleans like you’ve never seen before.

Then fly out to the beautiful bayous of South Louisiana. Of, if you prefer our experienced and knowledgeable guides will customize your tour to see whatever you want! $115-$160 per person, (minimum of 2 passengers).

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Have a romantic dinner at Bayona, where their specialty is using fresh local ingredients to craft flavorful, dishes. Susan Spicer’s team creates food that moves across a spectrum of styles and influence, with inspiration from the Mediterranean, Asia, North Africa, France, Spain, Italy, and all around the United States. A pioneer of the slow food movement, they invite you to relax in their 200 year old Creole Cottage or unwind in their courtyard while dining.

Bayona 430 Dauphine St. New Orleans, LA 70112 (504)525-4455 www.bayona.com

Walk the sculpture garden in City Park. The Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden occupies approximately five acres in City Park adjacent to the museum. Atypical of most sculpture gardens, this garden is located within a mature existing landscape of pines, magnolias and live oaks. The Sculpture Garden includes 64 sculptures, most of them donated to the New Orleans Museum of Art by the Sydney and Walda Besthoff Foundation.

Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden Dueling Oaks Drive (City Park) New Orleans, LA 70119 (504) 658-4100 www.noma.org/sculpture-garden

Drinks and Dancing at the Polo Club Lounge, Enjoy classic cocktails, live jazz and a new menu in the recently expanded and refurbished Polo Club Lounge. With the addition of approximately 930 square feet of seating and performance space, Polo Club Lounge is reminiscent of the private clubs of England with its rich, soft furnishings and dark woods that welcome the most discerning guest. Live music nightly, Tuesday-Saturday.

Polo Club Lounge Windsor Court Hotel 300 Gravier Street, New Orleans, LA 70130 (504) 523-6000 www.windsorcourthotel.com

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Walter Herrmann, lll Fjällräven Polar 2017

by Mary Bounds

It looks like dreams really do come true for New Orleans native, Walter Herrmann, III. The 61 year-old furniture exec is still reeling with excitement after being selected to participate in Fjällräven Polar, an exhilarating dog-sledding expedition scheduled for April 3rd-8th. As one of two participants from the United States, Herrmann will join an international team of 24 people for a four day, 190-mile polar trek from Norway to Sweden. Herrmann couldn’t be happier to take part in the incredible event, widely promoted as “an adventure of a life-time.”

The celebration started on December 20th, when Herrmann, who has been training for the arctic mushing journey for the past two years, learned he had been selected.“It’s a moment I will never forget,” Herrmann states. “I ran out outside to call my wife, and she told me I was incoherent…Finally, I said ‘I made it!’ and she understood.” Weeks later, Herrmann is still all smiles, beaming with delight as he openly admits, “I can’t wait for it to start!”

In addition to his excitement, Herrmann is also thankful for this rare opportunity. After applying but not being selected for the polar expedition in 2016, he is all the more grateful to be going this year. He explains the selection process is two-fold, with applicants competing for votes on the official Fjällräven website. The person in each country who receives the most votes automatically earns a spot on the team. A second person from each country is then chosen by a special committee, the Fjällräven jury. Herrmann, who came in second in votes in the United States, was awarded his position by the committee. His response was “true elation!”

Herrmann and his wife, Sheila, have been raising Samoyed dogs for over thirty years. However, his passion for mushing ignited during a dog-sledding excursion on an Alaskan cruise. “It was so exhilarating!” Herrmann explains. After the cruise, Herrmann returned to Louisiana where he built his own dog-sled and spent two years cutting trails on his property. Later, after taking his dogs 1400 miles to mushing boot camp in Minnesota, Herrmann helped to raise over $40,000 for breast cancer in “Mush for a Cure.” Explaining his dogs will not be part of the Fjällräven Polar adventure, Herrmann will be driving a team of highly-trained Alaskan huskies provided for the event.

Fjällräven, a Swedish outdoor clothing and equipment company, sponsors the epic dog-sledding adventure annually. Their goal is to show how ordinary people can handle extreme outdoor endeavors if given the proper knowledge, clothing and equipment.

Participants deal with grueling physical challenges as temperatures can loom near minus 30 degrees Fahrenheit. Equipping participants for long hours and harsh elements in the Nordic wilderness, Fjällräven supplies them with clothing, tents and other required gear.

At 61, Herrmann believes he is the oldest participant in Fjällräven Polar this year, yet he never considered letting age stand between him and his dream. Presently, the clock is ticking down to the arctic excursion in April, when Walter Herrmann’s dream will finally come true.

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COAST to Bring New Software System to Larger Centers When St. Tammany Council on Aging Executive Director Julie Agan made her first visit to the Slidell Senior Center in August 2014, one of the first concerns she heard from clients regarded the effort they had to make to sign multiple roster sheets each time they visited the centers. The roster sheets are important, because that is how COAST counts the number of services provided to seniors. Those numbers are then reported to the Governor’s Office of Elderly Affairs to ensure that funds for those services continue.

But, if a senior was eating lunch, participating in exercise, playing BINGO and taking the bus, it was necessary for the senior to sign multiple service rosters. The staff worked together to devise a more stream-lined method of counting services, but the seniors still have to sign their names and deal with paper and pen.

COAST is happy to announce that those paper rosters will soon be a thing of the past at the larger senior centers! A completely electronic, fully integrated system called SeniorStat will replace the rosters.

SeniorStat uses a membership card, much like the reward cards used by many groceries and drug stores. Each senior will be given a card with their name and membership number.

When they arrive at the Center, they will scan their card in the kiosk. A welcome screen will appear. Using the touchscreen, seniors will select which activities and/or services they will participate in that day. This will eliminate the need to sign their name to numerous roster sheets. Should they forget or misplace their membership card, they can access their information by using their telephone number.

According to Agan, the SeniorStat system will roll out at the Mandeville, Covington and Slidell Senior Centers in the coming months.

The cost of the system does not currently allow COAST to bring it to the smaller centers at this time, Agan said.

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SENIOR OLYMPICS The Greater New Orleans Senior Olympics seems to have not only competition in the games but also among some of the participants off the field. Howard Davenport, age 69 and Terrie Lacombe, age 75 have a little friendly rivalry going to see who can enter the most competitions and win the most medals.

Howard entered a total 15 different sports: Beanbag Baseball, Billiards, Bocce, Bowling ( singles and doubles), Cabbage Ball, Darts, Golf, Horseshoes, Miniature Golf, Shuffleboard (singles and doubles), Softball, Table Tennis (doubles and mixed doubles), Texas Hold ‘em, The Throws( basketball free throw, football accuracy, Frisbee accuracy, softball accuracy and distance) and Washer Pitch. Howard’s 2016 Medal haul was 6 gold, 8 silver and 5 bronze.

Terrie came in second for 2016. He only entered 11 different sports: Basketball, Beanbag Baseball, Bowling (singles and doubles), Cabbage Ball, Darts, Horseshoes, Shuffleboard, Softball, The Throws (basketball free throw, football accuracy, Frisbee accuracy, softball accuracy and distance) Track and Field(Javelin, discus and shot put), and Washer Pitch. Terrie won the Gold Medal race with 10. He also won 3 silver and 2 bronze.

Both these gentlemen are good sports and love to compete. Both were picked as the Male Greater New Orleans Senior Olympian of the Year. Howard in 2014 and Terrie in 2016. Not only do they enjoy participating but they vol-

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unteer to help whenever they are asked. Howard is also the past president of the Board of Directors of GNOSO and the Coordinator for Miniature Golf.

As you can see Senior Olympics is not just about competing but staying active and having fun.

Remember you do not have to be an athlete to join Senior Olympics, just be willing to try. There are seniors who are now 100 years plus participating. So, what about you?

For more information or to sign up, contact: Bernice Bordelon (504)834-5279 Janey Perez (504) 296-8200 More information also available at: www.gnoso.net

Go Red. Red matters. This color matters because it represents over 670,000 lives that have been saved since the start of the Go Red for Women movement just over 10 years ago, but with so many lives saved, it is not yet time to celebrate. Heart disease is still the number one killer of women in the Greater New Orleans and for 90 years, heart disease has been the #1 reason we lose our loved ones.

The Go Red for Women campaign is more than a message. It’s a nationwide movement that celebrates the energy, passion and power we have as woman to band together to wipe out the No. 1 killer. Over 10 years ago, when the campaign started, many were stunned to learn just how many women are affected by heart disease. Grandmothers, mothers, daughters, sisters and friends are dying at the rate of one per minute, because they don’t know heart disease kills. Go Red for Women raises awareness of the danger heart disease poses to women and helps them make choices to reduce their personal risk.

“80% of heart disease is preventable,” says Dr. James Perrien, Cardiologist at East Jefferson General Hospital. “Your health is in your hands. By, knowing your numbers, seeking preventative care, exercising for 30 minutes a day and eating healthy we can individually combat New Orleans’ number one killer.”

Believing you are low risk for heart disease is not enough for a

killer that does not discriminate against age, race, social status, neighborhood or gender. Did you know that more than 2,200 Americans die of heart disease every single day? That’s one death every 39 seconds. And on average, someone in the United States suffers a stroke every 40 seconds, while a stroke-related death occurs about every four minutes.

Such an aggressive disease requires an equally aggressive response. That’s why the American Heart Association has spent more than $3.3 billion on research, ever increasing our knowledge and understanding about heart disease and stroke – also making the Heart Association the largest funder of heart disease research, second only to the U.S. government.

The American Heart Association’s mission can be summed up in one challenging 10-year goal: To improve the cardiovascular health of all Americans by 20 percent while reducing deaths from cardiovascular diseases and stroke by 20 percent by 2020.

Join the Fight.

The New Orleans American Heart Association will host the annual Go Red for Women luncheon on Thursday, February 2, 2017 at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans.

The luncheon will be a rally for awareness and prevention for heart disease. Heart disease has already touched you or someone you love, so help us save a woman’s life and be a part of Go Red for Women movement in New Orleans.

Because the women of New Orleans are unique, the American Heart Association has answered that with a unique silent auction, called “Purseanalities.” The auction will feature purses filled with favorite things of local movers and shakers that will be auctioned

off at the luncheon. The purses are full of the purse-anality’s favorite things including restaurant gift certificates, spa treatments, museum passes, jewelry, books, wine and art.

Go Red for Woman is nationally sponsored by Macy’s and locally sponsored by East Jefferson General For more information visit neworleansgored.heart.org or visit the New Orleans American Heart Association on Facebook, facebook.com/AHANewOrleans. Follow the conversation on Twitter and Instagram, #nolagored.

Yoga for Sleep We all know a good night’s sleep is important for body and mind, but achieving that sleep may be easier said than done.

Try these tips from the practice of Yoga to help you sleep.

Feet Above Heart Lying on your back in bed, over the covers, lift and straighten your legs, heels to the ceiling. Resting arms by your sides, palms up and open. Begin taking slow, complete breaths through the nostrils. Pause the breath at the top of the inhale and bottom of the exhale. Bring all of your focus and awareness to the tips of the nostrils, noticing the breath is cool on the inhale, and warmed by the body on the exhale. Notice which nostril may be more open than the other.

Hug and Rock Hold your knees to your chest, wrapping arms around shins to give yourself a big hug. Breathe. While hugging knees to chest, rock from side to side, eventually rolling to the side as your nostrils open. When both nostrils feel equally clear, roll to your back and release the legs to a reclining position. Prepare your bed covers and pillow to elevate forehead slightly higher than chin.

Savasana (Recline/Relax) Lying on your back, legs extended,

arms to sides, palms up, inhale deeply and engage every muscle that comes to mind. Exhale and release, relaxing your muscles and letting your toes fall out to the sides. Connect with slow, complete breaths and pauses. When thoughts enter your mind, acknowledge, but put them aside, to focus on breath. Relax the entire body by focusing on each body part, moving slowly from toes to crown.

Allow the tongue to fall from the roof of the mouth. Breathe.

Breath Connection While in Savasana, try one of these methods

to connect with your breath. Breathe slowly, and through the nostrils. a) Counting with the breath to keep the breaths slow and steady, counting a little higher on each exhale; b) 478 Breath: complete inhale for the count of 4; hold breath for count of 7; exhale for count of 8; c) Bring tongue to roof of mouth for entire length of inhale; relax it away for entire length of exhale; d) Give the breath color, and visualize it traveling through the body. Return to your chosen method if thoughts interrupt your sleep.

A final note about sleep position. Sleeping on your back may cause oral breathing when the jaw relaxes, leading to dry mouth and/or snoring. If you can comfortably sleep on your side, practice awareness when choosing which side. The breath is more free and complete when lying on your Right side, as the lung on your left side has an extra airway. To aid digestion, sleep on your left side where the spleen of the lymphatic system is located.

“May sleep envelop you as a bed sheet floating down, tickling your skin and removing every worry.

Reminding you to consider only this moment.” (Jeb Dickerson)

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Senior Sampler February 2017

Tuscan Vegetable Soup INGREDIENTS

2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 15 oz cannellini beans, drained 15 oz canned fire roasted diced tomatoes ½³ cup elbow macaroni 1 medium onion, finely chopped 1 carrot, roughly chopped 1 zucchini, roughly chopped 1 clove garlic, minced 1 tbsp thyme, chopped 1 heaping cup spinach, roughly 1 qt (946ml) vegetable broth freshly grated parmesan cheese

PREPARATION

1. In a large pot over high heat, add olive oil, garlic, thyme and onions and cook for 3-4 minutes, until onions are translucent. 2. Add all other ingredients (except the pasta) and bring to a boil. 3. Reduce to a simmer, cover and cook for 10 minutes. 4. Add pasta, bring the soup back to boil, reduce to a simmer, cover and cook for another 10 minutes. 5. Top with freshly grated parmesan cheese.

Easy Lobster Risotto INGREDIENTS

4 4 1 2 ½ 1 2½ ½ 6

small or 2 large lobster tails Tbsp. unsalted butter, divided sweet onion, finely chopped garlic cloves, minced cup arborio rice lemon, zested and juiced cups seafood or chicken broth cup grated Parmesan cheese sprigs fresh thyme Salt + freshly ground black pepper PREPARATION

COOK THE LOBSTER: In a medium pot, bring salted water to a boil over medium-high heat. When the water is at a rolling boil, drop in the lobster tails. Boil until the shells are bright red and the lobster meat is cooked through, 7–12 minutes. Drain the tails, and then remove and discard the shells, reserving the meat.

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MAKE THE RISOTTO: In a medium pot, melt 1 Tbsp. butter over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until translucent, then the garlic, until fragrant. Add the rice and cook, stirring constantly, for 1–2 minutes. Stir in the lemon zest and juice and bring to a simmer. Add the broth ½ cup at a time, bring the mixture to a simmer and stir constantly so the broth absorbs with each pour. Continue slowly, until all the broth has been added and absorbed.

FINISH THE PLATE: In a medium pan, melt 2 Tbsp. of butter over medium heat, add the thyme, and cook until very fragrant. Toss the lobster in the pan, until heated through. Remove the risotto pot from heat and stir in 1 Tbsp. of butter, Parmesan, and salt and pepper. Divide the risotto between two plates and then top each portion with lobster tail and 1 to 2 teaspoons of the thyme butter.

INGREDIENTS ¾ oz Chambord ¾ oz peach schnapps ¾ oz vodka splash orange juice splash pineapple juice splash cranberry juice

Valentines Red Velvet Truffles INGREDIENTS 1 Red Velvet cake mix BERRY FILLING 1 cup frozen raspberries, thawed and drained ½ cup fresh raspberries 1 Tbsp sugar 2-4 Tbsp Chambord liqueur CREAM CHEESE SAUCE 4 oz cream cheese, softened ½ cup powdered sugar 2 Tbsp milk WHIPPED CREAM 1 cup whipping cream ¼ cup powdered sugar 1 tsp vanilla

PREPARATION 1. Make Red Velvet cake as per package direction for 2 layers. Cut cake layers into ½ inch cubes. 1. Combine the Berry Filling ingredients together in a small bowl. Mash down the fresh berries slightly to extract some juice.

2. Mix Cream Cheese Sauce ingredients together in a seperate small bowl until smooth. 3. Combine Whip cream, powdered sugar and vanilla in a stand mixer until stiff peaks form. 4. Assemble in glasses, layer cake, cream cheese, whipped cream and repeat until glass is full. 5. Sprinkle with dark chocolate shavings.The texture should be like a thick and creamy stew. g&p senior living 10-16 R2_Layout 1 11/10/16 8:47 AM Page 1

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Seniors Say YES to Fitness And Fun

But the YES program offers more than just exercise and yoga classes. Seniors who Whether you are new to working out or join YES will attend coffee socials, birthday have been doing it for years, Pelican Athletic celebrations, educational luncheons and Club (PAC) offers an impressive 70,000 tail gate parties as well as and learn to play square foot facility that encompasses fitness games like Bunco, go on excursions, and get and CrossFit Training as well as yoga, a involved in community projects. Thriving mind/body studio and an extensive aquatics under the leadership Kathy Mahoney, The program with two large junior Olympic Young Energetic Seniors have an exciting pools, tennis courts and a poolside cafe’. upcoming social calendar including a trip to Proud of its Young Energetic Seniors Myrtle Beach/Charleston, South Carolina (YES) program that helps seniors stay active, from April 23 to 29.

PAC makes sure it remains current on fitness PAC offers something for every age group, trends for everyone, especially older adults. from children to seniors and all age groups in In addition to offering a 5 day a week low between. Whether it’s weight control, better impact Circuit Training Class where seniors fitness or just becoming more active, PAC’s can set their own pace, PAC offers balance certified trainers, instructors and coaches and core work for seniors utilizing a stability are there to find the program that is right for ball which helps them develop better balance you. If you would like a tour of the facility, and preventing falls. With a Tai Chi class call 985-626-3796 or visit www.thepac.com. on Wednesdays and Fridays and a “Yoga for And if you are a young energetic senior Seniors” class on Tuesdays and Thursdays (60 + years of age) and ready to move and (the only yoga class designed for older groove in the YES program, contact Kathy adults), there plenty to keep seniors active.

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