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The chicest Southwest-inspired pieces to wear this season are not your run-of-the-mill cowboy shirts and tooled-leather belts. This fall, it’s all about high-contrast Navajo patterns and richly intricate textures.

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Not-so-secret Stash By Sara Glassman the garage, they teamed up and opened The Stash in Waconia about a year and a half ago. “We wanted it to feel like you’re going into your sister’s closet and [fi nding] all of the good stuff that’s in it,” said Becky. During the second weekend of every month, you’ll fi nd a wide selection of new merchandise, focused on stylish and inexpensive clothing.

woman should never give away all of her secrets. Especially the ones that make her devastatingly chic. So you should really appreciate this little tip: The Stash is an adorable shop with tops, bottoms and dresses in sizes 0 to 24 and tons of accessories. You can thank Becky Melchert and Summer Jensen for the occasional store. Before they were partners, they had neighboring businesses and became friends. Over wine in

The most charming secret touch? They’re affordable – you can buy an outfit for less than $50. So when people ask what the secret to your charm is, you can pass it along. Or not. Fall trends from The Stash The jacket: A great way to transition your summer wardrobe to fall is by creating layers. The jacket is the perfect piece to do this with. Start with a long sleeve tee, add your

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Ficus & Fig Bring a little country to the city with rooster kitchen and home décor items! Items range from traditional to funky and we have something in everyone's price range! We also have plenty of fall home décor and gifts to choose from. Be sure to stop and check out all the other new items coming in daily. Ficus & Fig, 12750 Nicollet Ave., Ste. 100, Burnsville, 952-746-4456; ficusandfig.com

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LaBelle Boutique Bracha animal print top under a Joe & Moe sequined jumper with Effies Heart black studded leggings and DaVinci necklace. LaBelle Boutique, 8160 County Rd. 42, Suite 400, Savage, 952-440-2955; labelleboutiquesavage.com

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Soulful sounds of Alison Scott

ll music fans have soundtracks for their moods: for when they feel like dancing, for driving, for romance, or for crying into their cornflakes. But every so often there’s an album that is a perfect soundtrack for whatever you’re feeling.

Richfield resident Alison Scott’s “Chinese Whispers” (alisonscott.com) is the kind of CD you want to listen to on repeat. She’ll be at Hopkins Center for the Arts on Oct. 25 (social hour at 6 p.m. and concert at 7 p.m., hopkinsartscenter.com). She called in with the scoop.

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Q. When did you start singing? A. I’ve been singing my whole life. Both my parents were music majors in college and they have recordings of me at ages two and three. I would sing harmony in the car and tell them they were off tune. Q. How were you discovered? A. A local radio station was holding a contest to play with Bon Jovi. We made it to the final eight bands, when the popular votes took over. Then, I got a call saying we had gotten second place and would play the second night. This was amazing. Then I got a call back saying that it had been a mistake. We made third place and not second. We were a little heartbroken, but it’s life in the business and I decided to go out of town with my mom. We were almost to Milwaukee, when we got a call from the radio show. [Jon Bon Jovi was reading his review in the paper and learned about the contest mishap.] He wanted to make it work. By some miracle, we got home and did the show. [Bon Jovi] came back to the dressing room and thanked me for coming.

ating locally? It’s a breeze if you’re in Florida or Hawaii, but in Minnesota that can be more challenging. Take inspiration from the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum’s “Flavors of the Arboretum.”

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It’s the organization’s first limited edition cookbook with 101 tastes of the season. Contributors include guest chefs from throughout the Twin Cities (Vincent Franoual and Lynn Rossetto Kasper) along with recipes from the Arboretum’s Tea Room and resident chefs. While supplies last, it’s available at the Arboretum Gift Store for $18.95. Order at 952-443-1439 or www.arboretum.umn.edu/giftstore.aspx.

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Q. What inspires you? A. Any story that touches me in some way. That doesn’t necessarily mean it’s something I’ve gone through. I’ve written several songs about experiences my friends have. If something horrible happens to me, I’m devastated. I’m a better writer if I set it aside for six months and come back to it with a clear head. The best example is “Saturated.” It’s about a friend of mine, Thomas, who had been with this girl for a couple of years and was devastated when she broke up with him. He started drinking a lot and I wanted to tell him I was worried about him. Q. Advice to aspiring singers? A. My advice would be that you really have to love music and you have to have really thick skin. No matter how wonderful, nice and talented you are, there are going to be a lot of people who aren’t interested. Q. When you’re not gigging, who do you listen to? A. The new Adele record; I’ve been listening to that a lot. Aimee Mann and Kathleen Edwards, not new, but both really are great and have interesting voices.

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At Guild, a design collective, shoppers might discover unique and beautiful items like vintage designer dresses, Mexican folk art, jewelry, bird cages, lamps and even taxidermy.

am Mondale never intended to go into retail.

Collective effort

However, the St. Louis Park resident ended up creating the most inventive shop in the Twin Cities – Guild, a design collective. The concept is truly collaborative with a rotating roster of merchants and designers selling their wares there each month. Over the past three years, Guild has served as a launching pad for locals who have big ideas, but want to start smaller and get feedback. It has also provided a storefront for people who collect and resell vintage and one-of-a-kind furniture, jewelry and clothing. Truly, you never know what you’ll fi nd. That’s pretty much how Pam envisioned it. After growing up in Edina, Pam went to the University of Minnesota and then raised three kids. “I was happy as an at-home mom for 18 years, but always found ways to express myself creatively,” she said. Long before Guild, Pam was making jewelry. “I love working with my hands and messing with colors and textures.”

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Beyond her hands-on expertise, Pam had an idea for Guild that she carried with her for years. It started when her friend Linda Renk (owner of Sequin Jewelry) took her to ABC Carpet and Home in New York in the early ’90s. She’s been back to the eclectic décor and lifestyle shop on every visit to the Big Apple ever since. “Whether it’s vintage or new, I always find something unexpected and wonderful there,” she said. “I wanted to emulate the sense of a curated collection and the drama they create in their presentation.” She was particularly impressed once when the entire floor was painted Hermes orange and the merchandise (on that floor) followed a Moroccan theme. Another time, she went and a wall was covered, floor to ceiling in silk daisies. “You could just get lost in it,” she said.

Inspiration aside, it was a matter of collaboration when she started the store in 2008. “The concept for Guild has been in the back of my mind for a long time, it just wasn’t possible until I met the right people to join me in the journey. “Everything happened so fast,” said Pam. During the State Fair that year, she had her fi rst foray into a pop-up store in the form of the Peace Pavilion, which featured peace signs on everything from jewelry to sculptures. Just when she felt “rather invincible for surviving the task,” the space in St. Louis Park opened up. “It was too perfect to pass on,” said Pam, who decided to do a pop-up store for the holiday season. So she gathered all of the people she had met over the years and brought them together. They painted the space, painted shelving units black for store fi xtures and placed giant iron urns from her house in front of the store, designing the perfect unnoticeable backdrop. They dedicated their creative energies to the presentation of the merchandise, so that it comes together in a way that is similar to ABC Carpet and Home, but also unique to Guild. Surrounded by so much talent, Pam considers herself the founding partner. “I will not take credit for our success, but I will take credit for being smart enough to invite in the right people at the beginning,” she said. The Guild quickly attracted a regular, enthusiastic and supportive clientele, who demanded the store persist beyond its initial run. It has continued to thrive as has the Peace Pavilion at the State Fair. Whatever happens next – in life and in business – Pam is ready and looking to collaborate.

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eyond her businesses, Pam is passionate about horses, her daughter’s overweight pug Sammy, art, peace (of course), the environment, equal rights, her friends, reading, working out, knocking items off of her bucket list, thriller movies, travel and above all else – her kids. Louie is 21, a senior at Macalester and pitcher for their baseball team; Amanda is 19 with a successful modeling career; and Berit is 18 and a senior at Southwest High School and an actress and singer. Nails: Don’t do them Hair salon: Thomas Charles Salon Girls’ night out spot: My screened porch Bakery: Yum! Patty’s coconut cake is my kryptonite Pizza: Trader Joe’s Frenchstyle pizza with caramelized onions and gruyere cheese Burger: Ike's Cocktail: Bootleg (a minty lime concoction served in local country clubs) in the summer (my mint

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Hone your psychic skills Stories by Sara Glassman

hat shooting star, a penny heads up and all of those green lights on Highway 42: You’ve seen the signs all right.

might even have prophetic dreams.

So follow them to Beginning Psychic Development Classes by Psychics in the Cities. Your teachers, Kayla Wright, Deb Battenfeld and Julie Randall, are the Psychics in the City. Five years ago, they created the company because, as a group, they were able to provide a more well-rounded reading. As a group, they each have a unique “take on science and the realm of intuitive abilities,” said Kayla. Deb sees angels and the other side, on a higher realm; Julie is a shaman who can offer insight to your soul; and Kayla can tell you about your everyday life. You can have readings with one or two of them at a time. They offer the classes to help you find your talents and gain insights on love, family, career and life by tuning into yourself through the hands-on experience in the class. Skeptics and believers are welcome. “This is really about people who have had touches with the paranormal, flashes of

Deb Battenfeld, Julie Randall and Kayla Wright of Psychics in the Cities.

information, think they feel voices, always know things and have no words to give this,” said Kayla. “It really touches on the basic, empowering them to develop it further or to incorporate this information into their daily lives.” Three signs you might want to come to class 1. You know what’s going to happen before it happens: There’s no such thing as coincidence, according to these teachers. Maybe the phone rings and you know who it is before you answer. You connected with them for no obvious reason at all. Or you’re going to work and for some reason, you went left instead of straight and it turns out there was an accident or the road was closed. You

2. You’ve had a paranormal encounter: Maybe you’ve seen a ghost, heard noises in your house or witnessed a full-on transition. For example, you’ll be thinking of your grandfather and then smell his cologne or smell your grandmother baking cookies. Or perhaps your brother died last year and the light keeps switching on and off when you talk about him. 3. You start hearing things: If you’re hearing voices, you might think you’re going crazy, but it’s actually your spirit guide. You could hear them with your living ears or hear them in your head. You have your own little voice in your voice, but the voice you hear is a little different. They’re often relatives who have passed over. It’s always loving, words of encouragement and words of love. The class offers a place with like-minded people who can help you tune into those people. Beginning Psychic Development Classes by Psychics in the Cities, Wednesdays, 7 to 9 p.m., Lake Harriet Spiritual Community, 4401 Upton Ave. S., Mpls., $30 per class, 612-860-9196, see www.psychicsinthecties.com.

Readers’ beauty questions answered If you’re one of those people who believe eyes are windows to the soul, you’ll really want to pay attention to how to make them look their best. We asked our go-to makeup guru Brett Dorian of Brett Dorian Artistry Studios to answer readers’ Facebook questions. More makeup mysteries? Post your questions on our page (Facebook.com/savvymn) and you might see the answers in a future issue.

Q. A.

When am I too old for glittery eyes? Because I still love them! – Joy, Roseville

This question comes up all the time – you’re not alone! Going with a glittery eye is appealing because it’s fun and festive; however, general rule of thumb is that all that glitter needs to stay in the hands (or on the

eyes in this case) of those in their teens and twenties. Glitter makes a big statement. As women mature, their makeup should evolve in the same way their wardrobe redefi nes their allure, sexiness and comfort. Let me introduce to you shimmer. Shimmer is the chic and grown-up version of glitter. It has a lot of the same pizzazz without the question of “am I too old for this?” Shimmer can be metallic, edgy, or soft. The difference is that there’s just a sheen to the eyes shadow- not big flecks of visible glitter. Just be careful of shades that are too pastel; frosty eyes are not a trend for fall and can make fi ne lines stand out more. Try Urban Decay’s new “Naked” palette for a plethora of shimmery delights this fall.

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What really is the best under eye concealer? – Jessie, Eden Prairie There is no one right product for every person. One general rule of thumb

is to stay away from those old-fashioned yellow paste sticks – the kind that claim to be universal for all. If you have blue under-eye circles, you want to correct with something more orange. If you have brown under-eye circles, you want something more pink. If you have little discoloration and no major texture issues, I would suggest Yves Saint Laurent’s Touche Eclat for a brightening light coverage. If you are looking for a quick fi x under eye concealer that also doubles as an all over coverup to save time but still give some attention to trouble areas, try Makeup Forever’s Full Cover. If you have more discoloration issues to correct under the eye, try Makeup Forever’s Camouflage Palette to mix and match the perfect corrective color. Brett Dorrian Artistry Studios, Historic Semple Mansion, 100 W. Franklin Ave., Suite #104, Mpls., 651-253-3559, brettdorrianartistrystudios.com.

Discover the lost art of frugality

hallenging economic times have helped people become more resourceful, especially when it comes to saving money. It’s something that Erin Schneider, a.k.a., The Cheap Chick (thecheapchick.com) calls “the lost frugal arts.” Here are her tips for getting back to basics and doing it yourself: Sewing, clothing repair Instead of spending hundreds of dollars on clothing that’s not even made to fit your body, learn to sew your own for a perfect fit. Or, learn to alter ready-made clothing to work for your body and needs. At the very least, everyone should know how to do simple clothing repairs, to extend the life of their clothes. ■ Watch video sewing lessons from Threads Magazine on YouTube.com or learn about basics like fi xing a hem or

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has instructions, ebooks, video tutorials, everything you need to DIY. And a basic membership is free. Pro membership is only $1.95/month if you sign up for a year membership.

Canning; making jams, jellies & butters Before the rise of supermarkets and the availability of fresh food all year long, families lasted through the winter by canning their crops. Even through the mid-20th century, canning and making jam was a popular way of ensuring none of the harvest went to waste.

eHow.com: This site has great videos and tutorials on cooking basics and home repair/maintenance.

■ You can fi nd out what fruits and veggies are in season, where you can pick them (if you don’t have a Victory Garden out back!), and how to can them all at one handy website – Pick Your Own.org.

The library: It’s not just for fiction! There are shelves laden with how-to books and DIY manuals. And yes, you can check them out and bring them home with you. True fact – my best friend taught herself how to knit from a library book.

■ The National Center for Home Food Preservation website is full of tips and how-tos. Visit at uga.edu/nchfp

Learn more during the Savvy Soiree with The Cheap Chick 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27. A limited number of tickets, $16 (plus tax), are available at Savvy.mn; click on Soirees.

More frugal resources

Instructables.com: Want to learn how to power your home with solar energy? Or teach yourself origami? Instructables

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Lily is all encompassing. There are wigs, hairpieces, hats with hair, bangs and falls for women suffering from hair loss from cancer, alopecia and burn trauma. Plus, there are headscarves and turbans in all fabrics, colors and styles. Beeson even hand knits hats and scarves for clients who â&#x20AC;&#x153;want a polished look.â&#x20AC;? Using her bra-fitting expertise, Beeson specializes in postmastectomy breast forms, bras, camisoles and swimwear. In addition, there are handmade prayer shawls, jewelry, journals, tees, sweatshirts and treatment wear. The Lindi Skin Care line is made by and for women with cancer. Customers can also book appointments for massage and healing touch with licensed professionals who are attuned to their needs. Beeson is starting a support group for women (Moxie) this fall and a non-profit (Simply Lily) in 2012. Lily Wellness, 1501 Southcross Dr. W., Burnsville, 952-435-2661, lilywellness.com.

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Fall Cleaning Chore Checklist Doing fall clean-up can save wear-and-tear on your house and your wallet. We asked Mary Pokluda, founder of Bumblebee Personal Assistants (bumblebeepa.com), to help us get our homes ready for fall. Here's her personal checklist.

Outside

FALL

Inside Schedule fall furnace inspection. Replace batteries in fi re detectors and carbon monoxide detectors. Buy a winter’s supply of furnace fi lters and change fi lters monthly for maximum energy savings.

Wash light-diffusing bowls from light fi xtures. Inspect appliances to make sure they are not in need of service or repair. Stock up now on softener salt.

Vacuum drapes and window treatments.

Check and empty the central vacuum’s collection area.

Wash interior windows; clean window sills and window wells.

Clean electronic air cleaner elements monthly.

Vacuum baseboards and corners.

Clean or replace humidifier elements.

Vacuum upholstered furniture or have professionally cleaned if needed.

Inspect washer hoses for bulges, cracks or splits. Replace them every other year. Check dryer exhaust tube and vent for builtup lint and debris.

Install insulating covers on exterior spigots.

Schedule professional carpet cleaning early, carpet cleaning firms get busy by the end of October.

Have sprinkler systems blown free of water.

Clean and organize kitchen cabinets.

Check gutters and downspouts and clear of debris.

Clear kitchen counters of all appliances not used within the last month.

Buy a winter’s supply of furnace fi lters and change fi lters monthly for maximum energy savings.

Have chimneys & flues inspected and cleaned.

Pull refrigerator away from the wall and vacuum the condenser coils.

Clean, store patio furniture, umbrellas and kids' summer toys. Check caulk around windows and doors. Inspect external doors and garage doors. Install or repair weather-stripping on door thresholds. Wash exterior windows and screens. Drain and store garden hoses.

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The celebration includes arts and crafts fair, book sale, farmer’s market, games, apple pie and bake sale, basket raffles, chili cook-off, kid inflatable rides, petting zoo, scarecrow hunt and pancake breakfast. Lake City, Minn., (651) 345-4123, chamberevents@lakecity.org.

Schedule fall furnace inspection.

Drain sediment from hot water heaters.

family fun

Pick your own apples at Deardorff Orchard

Get lost in outer space during Sever’s Corn Maze and Fall Festival in Shakopee. The annual festival is celebrating its 15th year with one of the largest mazes in the state, corn pool, pumpkin slinger, live music, food, pumpkin patch, barnyard tours and more. The festival is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, Sept. 17 through Oct. 30. Admission is $13 for guests 4 and older. 1100 Canterbury Road, Shakopee, (952) 974-5000, severscornmaze.com.

Families, food and fun are what Emma Krumbee’s Orchard and Farm in Belle Plaine is all about. Don’t miss the 28th annual Great Scarecrow Festival, open through Oct. 30. More than 100 unique scarecrows will be on display, as well as u-pick apples, pumpkins and berries. Kids will also enjoy the petting zoo, pony and camel rides, Emma’s mountain slide, giant hay pile and many games. Admission is $5 plus tax; children 2 and under are free. Highway 169, Belle Plaine, (952) 873-3006, emmakrumbees.com.

Pictured is last year’s winner of the Minnesota Zoo Scarecrow Contest

The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum presents Pumpkin Palooza Saturday, Sept. 24 through Sunday, Oct. 30. Pumpkin Palooza will be an eye-popping display featuring more than 50 pumpkin and squash varieties. A special event, Ghouls and Goblins at the Maze, from 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 29, includes a trick-or-treat trail, music and more. Free gate admission during the event but registration required. 3675 Arboretum Dr., Chaska, (952) 4431400, arboretum.umn.edu.

and Vineyards near Victoria. The family farm grows 13 varieties of apples on 4,000 trees. Kids events also include wagons, farm animals, kids’ haystack and much more. In the barn, buy jams, pumpkins, apples and more. During the fall it’s open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Sundays. No admission fee. 8350 Parley Lake Road, Waconia, (952) 442-1885, deardorfforchards.com.

Bring your little goblins and ghouls to the Minnesota Zoo in Apple Valley for some Halloween fun. Celebrate HallZOOween from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 29-30. Dress up as your favorite Zoo animal. The Scarecrow Alley will be on display in the Wells Fargo Family Farm Oct. 1-31. Regular Zoo admission. 13000 Zoo Blvd., Apple Valley, (952) 431-9200, mnzoo.com.

~ Kristin Holtz

Take a day trip to Lake City, Minn., for the Johnny Appleseed Festival Saturday, Oct. 1.

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The Wine Rogue Kris Barber

UPCOMING EVENTS: Get more

FALL FASHION 101 Time:

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Magazine. Each month we’ll partner with a local business to present readers with shopping/ fashion, food, fun and education. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to win door prizes and receive other special deals and discounts. Space is limited so be sure to register early!

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The Stash is an occassional sale shop for women. Join the stylish staff of this Waconia boutique as well as staff from Savvy.mn Magazine for a fun evening of fashion on a budget! Guests will enjoy treats, gift bags and special door prizes. Thursday, Oct. 13

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Erin Schneider, The Cheap Chick, is a frugal shopping guru sharing her message in print, on FOX 9 Buzz and across the Internet. Guests will learn how to put the fun in frugal living. The Cheap Chick will discuss things like: Non-extreme couponing: Basics for beginners plus advanced couponing tips. Consign/Thrift 101: What to donate; what to consign; how to shop; deals available; best stores; how to see/re-use items in new ways. 6 Rules for Being Frugal and Fabulous. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres, drinks, gift bags, prizes and a special coupon sheet from Savvy.mn’s advertisers.

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Thank you all for being here as I unveil the artwork for the fi rst wine label I designed myself. A few of you have asked why I chose to show myself so prominently on the label…and why I’m shown shirtless and much more muscular than I am in real life. Well, the purpose of the picture is to capture the true essence of my being. By viewing this, we embark on an artistic journey to witness my true self.

Savvy Scene

set sail aboard Paradise Charter Cruises’ Paradise Destiny II amid a downpour of rain. But we didn’t let the weather ruin the Aug. 16 Savvy Summer Cruise. We handed out more than 40 door prizes from businesses like Crofut Family Winery & Vineyard, Excelsior Florist, Pantouf’s, Cynthia Rae, Learning RX, Amore & Fede, The Bungalow, Lillians of Excelsior, Keiki B, Zelaz, Impact Clothier, Ooh La La, Fitness Together Chanhassen, Marbles the Brain Store and Brightwater. Guests also enjoyed pizza, treats, drinks and a gift bag. The mood was convivial but next time we’d like a little sunshine. Is that too much to ask?

Photos by Jennifer Baker

I hear some of you claiming that this label has nothing to do with the wine inside the bottle, and is merely a venue for me to exercise my own ego. That is not true. For example, let me direct your attention to the nymph located in the lower foreground. That’s Amphictyonis, the Greek Goddess of wine. I didn’t need to add her but I thought she added legitimacy to the theme of the art piece. So you see, it really is all about the wine. Notice also how she resembles Angelina Jolie and how she kneels at my feet, gazing upon my countenance with adoring eyes. Is that Chuck Norris I’m beating down with one hand while I effortlessly play lead guitar for an awesome rock band with the other? Yes. This is not a cheap, self-serving attempt to inflate my own masculinity. No, this is an existential metaphor of the transitory nature of life. Duh. If you didn’t recognize that, you don’t know anything about art. The scene in the background is a young man receiving a sports award. This is a commentary on the day I won the Snail Lake Elementary School basketball team’s most valuable player trophy. The angels hovering overhead are my own addition but I’m pretty sure they show up at big events like that. We just couldn’t see them. Scattered about the rest of the label are some other minor details: The name of the wine, the alcohol content, the grape variety, etc. but in each case I have been able to mostly obscure those trivialities with more exciting information like my birthday, how much I could bench press in college and a few images of my favorite foods. This month’ recommendation: Cupcake, Prosecco ($9.99): Delicious and well-made, this Prosecco has flavors even more complex than the label described above: Take the love-child of a peach and a honeydew melon, drop it in a blender with a few almonds, pour over a piece of vanilla French toast and serve with a shot of cream and you’d get the idea. Now enjoy a glass while viewing a picture of me. To read more of Kris Barber’s insights on wine, visit his blog at Winerogue.wordpress.com or Savvy.mn.

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