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DNA Doe Project... continued from front page in her words, “actually doing some good in the real world, and it has provided answers to families that otherwise would have gone without ever knowing what happened to their loved one. What people forget is that everyone is a human being, has family and friends just like we did, and they got lost. Whether they went out on their own, something tragic happened to them, or there was a breakdown in the family unit at some point, or sometimes they were just estranged or victims of foul play. Being able to give them their identity back and help them to save their humanity is really powerful, and I’m definitely honored to do so.” The idea for the DNA Doe Project, the brainchild of CEO Dr. Margaret Press, a genealogist who did a lot of work assisting adoptees with finding their biological family using DNA, actually came from a novel. “She (Press) was reading a Sue Grafton novel, Q is for Quarry, where the plot centers around a Jane Doe in California,” says Franchesca Werden, DNA Doe Project Media Director. “When she was reading it, she thought, ‘Why can’t we use the same

GRAND OPENING methodologies that we use to help adopting kids find their biological families to identify John and Jane Does?’ And the scientific ability wasn’t really there because nobody had done that yet.” Press then joined forces with Forensic Genealogist Dr. Colleen Fitzpatrick, and the DNA Doe project was begun. “Tracie’s been with the organization for a very long time; she’s actually one of our team leaders as well,” adds Werden. The DNA Doe project has made over 60 identifications since its inception. “We still have over 70 cases in the pipeline.” Boyle’s dad passed away in 2013. Therefore, in a way, her work is kind of bittersweet. Still, it combines her fascination of both law enforcement and DNA and genealogy that she does what she does. “It’s a volunteer position, but it’s definitely worth it.” For more information about Boyle and her genealogy work, visit her website at www.boylegenealogy.com or email at tracie@boylegenealogy.com. Additional information about the 501c3 DNA Doe Project can be found at www.dnadoeproject. org.

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Glory Days: John O’Shea Moves On From Butler High School Wrestling

By Steve Sears ohn O’Shea has left the halls of Butler High School one final time. The 1976 graduate, who twice served in a coaching capacity for Butler Bulldog wrestling, is moving on to Saint Augustine, Florida, where he will again be at the helm. “They’re building a brand-new high school, two miles from my house,” he explains, “so it’s only going to be freshmen and sophomores to start, to roll into a junior year and then senior. In a couple of years, there’ll be a full fledged high school.” A brief rundown of 62-year-old O’Shea’s well-traveled career. After high school, he graduated in 1980 from Lycoming College of Williamsport, Pennsylvania. While there, he was a two-time Mid-Atlantic Conference grappling champion at weights 118 and 126. He also served as captain his senior year. His first coaching job was as an assistant at Wayne Hills High School in Wayne. “My second year there we were district champs,” O’Shea says, “the only district championship they ever won.” After that, O’Shea moved on to Haledon’s Manchester Regional as an assistant for three years, and in his second and third seasons, they won back-to-back conference titles. Kinnelon High School was next, where he was a firsttime head coach for two years, and then

went to Morris Knolls as an assistant for 10 seasons. “We had several top 20 teams,” he says. From there, it was back to the hill on Route 23 to serve as head coach of Butler High School for ten seasons, where he also started and was a volunteer head coach for the township youth wrestling program. He then took a year off to coach his son, Garrett, as an eighth-grade wrestler, and since has been back at Butler as an assistant to current head coach, Jason Luciani. The seeds of his youth program have born fruit. In 2017, the Butler Bulldogs won their first ever conference championship, and the past few seasons, Butler as a team ranked in the top 10 in the region, side-byside with powerhouses like Saint Joseph’s of Montvale and Pope John of Sparta. “As a hometown guy,” O’Shea says, “I always wanted to see the Butler wrestling program reach its potential, and I think it did, and now it’s part of our culture. I’m confident that we’re going to keep that going.” Son Garret has followed pretty well in his dad’s footsteps. “He was a four-time high school All-American, two-time New Jersey state place winner,” O’Shea says proudly of his son, who was a top 100 collegiate recruit for his wrestling as well as academics and chose to attend the Air Force Academy.

“He was captain of the team at the Air Force Academy,” O’Shea adds. “I was captain of my college team and he was captain of his, so it’s kind of cool. He’s in pilot training now in Mississippi.” For John O’Shea, it was always and still will be about the youngsters under his wing. “I never coached for myself,” O’Shea says. “I coached for the kids. I wanted them to have opportunities that I did not have.” He then adds, “It’s funny that my son wound up at the Air Force Academy and their motto is ‘service before self.’ I feel like I lived up to that motto.”

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By Jillian Risberg hey are everyday people fighting for abused and neglected children in the foster care system who might otherwise not have anyone speaking up for them. Passaic County Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) are a special breed of people, with empathy at their core. “Our advocates are the best. The time, dedication, love, tenacity they show all the time is astounding. They don’t get paid and the work they do — to (call) it substantial is an understatement,” Courtney Como, donor and community relations director says giving of themselves in that way is truly extraordinary. They hail from across the community, not just Passaic County and have the interest and devotion because this isn’t a typical volunteer experience. “We ask our volunteers to commit to a screening process: background check, finger-printed, interview process and when all that is approved, a 36-week training program with our team,” says Como, adding that CASA are ultimately assigned a staff supervisor so they can stay on track with cases. A child’s case goes before the family court judge every three months, with advocates documenting the process. “We do everything we can to understand where they’re at and what they need to be successful,” she says of the children, then represent their needs in court so they can move forward with their case. “Whether it be reunification with their biological family, placement with a relative or even adoption in their foster home,” Como says. “Our advocates are our lifeblood. Our mission is to recruit, screen, train, empower volunteers,” she says. So every child who has experienced abuse or neglect can be safe, have a permanent home

and the chance to thrive. “As soon as a child enters care (from birth to 21-years-old), a CASA volunteer is assigned to that child; they are the eyes and ears for the judge,” says Como, adding that they are driven by the belief that every child deserves a good life. Communicating that to the children with action is the most important thing they can do. “We show up, visit our kids at least once a month; often as life plays out it becomes more than that. So kids look forward to and hopeful about connecting with their CASAs,” says Como. And the CASA get to know everything they possibly can about the child/children in the case, including their medical and educational well-being, socially, emotionally, their biological family and foster family. The national organization with more than 900 affiliate offices across the country has been standing up for children since 1977, when Seattle family court judge David Soukup had insufficient information to make a life-changing decision for an abused three-year-old girl and devised the idea of trained volunteers speaking on their behalf in the courtroom. Como says they currently have 130+ volunteers serving as advocates. Last fiscal year they served close to 300 children and there are probably 400 children in the foster care system in the county across that age range. “There are times a child is old enough to decline an advocate, doesn’t want an advocate, their case opens and closes fairly quickly,” she says. “There are occasions where a CASA is not assigned but the vast majority have a CASA.” According to Como, there’s a nice connection that can be made between a strong, male figure and some of the kids. “We could always use more male advocates and bilingual advocates (Spanish speaking/ continued on page 13

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Passaic County CASA... continued from page 12 English and Spanish) because so many of our kids and families are from Spanish speaking communities,” she says. In Passaic County, social workers with the Division of Child Protection and Permanency have multiple cases they’re managing. Even the legal representation has multiple cases. CASA works one-on-one. “The kids know there’s this one person they can rely on and the goal of CASA is to ensure the advocates stick with these kids from the time they enter care until they move to their permanent space, whatever

that might be,” Como says. That’s typically 18-24 months and a 15-hour per month commitment to be a volunteer. “There is no one formula for who that person is, where that person comes from,” says Como. “We are looking for diversity in our volunteers because they need to reflect our children.” Some children achieve permanency within a few months; others are in the system for years. The relationship between the child and the CASA volunteer is a special one.

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While there may be mentorship involved, according to Como — the more important relationship is one of trust and security in knowing, from the child’s perspective, when they’re old enough — that this person has their back. “CASA advocates are not paid to do this job,” she says. “They aren’t reporting to any bigger system or agency; they’re there simply because they want to be. And for some children, that means quite a lot.” There are some advocates, after a child’s case is closed (maybe a youngster in the foster care system winds up being adopted by their foster home/resource family). “It’s quite possible the CASA will stay connected (and close) to the child, depending on how close they got and how long they were on that case,” says Como. “Maybe it’s not once a month but it’s birthday cards and phone calls now and then and a visit once in a while.” She says in other cases the process of having a child removed, working on getting that child back if you’re a family unit — and when you do, the associated happiness or motivation may change. Sometimes the family doesn’t want to keep tabs or maintain a hold on the system. “So the connection to the CASA is less important to them in that way,” says Como.

“The family unit is back together and maybe there’s less of a connection. It really is based on the situation, the kid, the family, where they’re going, where they’re coming from.” CASA is a non-profit, so while they are a mandate of the court system; all this is made possible with a combination of grants (federal/state/county/government) through family and corporate foundations, and individual donors. Doing this work everyday is unreal for Como. “It’s a privilege; we live in a world where this is a need,” she says she wishes it wasn’t. “So if there are kids and families that could benefit from this service, then I’m grateful to have the opportunity to provide it,” she says. But they need help. Less than three percent of kids with a CASA reenter the system, according to Como. She says that’s a cost savings to taxpayers. These children are more likely to graduate high school/find a living wage job, and be contributing members of their community. “This is the county where we live, this should matter to us. These children should matter; these children do matter,” she says. “A donation to Passaic County CASA is a donation in support of their future.” To learn more, visit www.passaiccountycasa.org.

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ith summertime activities in full swing, tax planning is probably not on the top of your to-do list. But putting it off creates a problem at the end of the year when there’s little time for changes to take effect. If you take the time to plan now, you’ll have six months for your actions to make a difference on your 2019 tax return. Here are some ideas to get you started. Know your upcoming tax breaks. Pull out your 2018 tax return and take a look at your income, deductions and credits. Ask yourself whether all these breaks will be available again this year. For example:Any changes to your tax situation will make planning now much more important. Are you expecting more income that will bump you

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By Richard Mabey Jr. uthor’s Note: My dad and the late Reverend Fred Herwaldt, of the First Reformed Church of Lincoln Park, worked together as a team, to provide a wholesome, educational, quality year-long program for Boy Scouts to earn the God and Country Award. Most people think that when my dad stepped down from his 28-year service as Scoutmaster of Boy Scout Troop 170 in 1994, that he had totally retired from volunteer service in scouting. Nothing could be further from the truth. Dad was 66 years old when he retired as Scoutmaster of good old Troop 170. He had already had a heart attack. It was becoming more and more difficult for him to put a full pack on his back and lead the boys on a hike on the Appalachian Trail. It became more and more difficult for him to camp out. But my father wasn’t about to give up on his ministry to serve others. My dad firmly believed that it was better to shape a boy to become a moral gentleman than to rehabilitate a wayward man. And thus, in 1994 my dad began serving as an Advisor for the Boy Scouts of America’s Protestant religious award, God and Country, through the First Reformed Church of Lincoln Park. Dad worked closely with the late Reverend Fred Herwaldt, in leading the year-long classes in order for the scouts to earn the God and Country Award. Dad served as an Advisor for the God and Country Award from 1994 till 2000. During this time, Dad touched the hearts and minds of many boys, guiding them to follow the golden light of truth, to follow a moral compass, and to love the Lord. The God and Country Award is a combination of scholastic

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7 Tips for Planning an Extended Vacation

f you’re making the most of this year’s vacation by planning an extra-long trip, you’re not alone. Whether it’s extra vacation days that accumulated due to pandemic restrictions or pent-up desire for a change of scenery (or both), travelers are planning longer getaways. In fact, Vrbo data indicates travelers are 34% more likely to book a stay of at least seven nights and 31% less likely to book a three-night stay this summer. “After a year of storing away vacation days, this summer is quickly shaping up to be the season of PTO for many employees,” said Melanie Fish, Vrbo’s travel expert. If you’re considering an extended getaway, consider these tips help ensure your trip meets your expectations. Adjust your budget to accommodate the needs of a longer trip. A longer getaway obviously means more days of lodging and Photo courtesy of Getty Images more meals away from home, but don’t forget to account for other costs that come with an extended vacation like more days of parking at the airport and more entertainment expenses as a result of those extra days you’ll get to fill with fun. Choose a destination where you’ll find plenty to explore and enjoy over an extended period. Popular options this season on Vrbo include Outer Banks, North Carolina; Oak Island and Southport, North Carolina; Cape Cod, Massachusetts; Rehoboth Beach and Fenwick Island, Delaware; and Jersey Shore, New Jersey. All of these coastal destinations offer a mix of entertainment and relaxation for a chance to truly refresh and recharge.

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Making a Splash: The Water Gives Pompton Lakes Mermaid Life

By Jillian Risberg he feels obligated to protect the world’s oceans. As far back as Sandra Walder, aka ‘Sandy the Mermaid,’ can remember the water has been her second home. “I’ll talk about jellyfish (Cnidarians/soft-bodied animals with saclike digestive cavities and tentacles) and their stages of life and I’ll talk about dolphins,” Walder says she shares her knowledge of the ocean and its inhabitants, and loves to incorporate underwater education into her performances. She also does craft activities, teaching kids the ocean zones and they get to glue the animals that live there. Often she hands out a gift like a reusable straw. “I always explain to the kids it actually saves our sea creatures,” says the ocean advocate, who reduces plastic as a green diver. “I go scuba diving and pick plastic out of the ocean — I’m very passionate about our marine life.” She was only 7-years-old when she realized the power and pull of the ocean while at Three Sisters Springs on Crystal River (National Wildlife Refuge), in Florida with her parents. “I went snorkeling with Manatees and they were so sweet,” says the mermaid, who is doing her part to save the endangered species. “They come up to you — these big, giant, friendly, adorable creatures and the poor things had boat propeller marks on their backs. That broke my heart.” The water is her muse. “I’ve been on swim teams since I was five, got my basic (diver) certification when I was 10, from there I started scuba diving the ocean,” Walder says. “I’ve seen huge sea turtles, sting rays, sharks, many majestic creatures; I have a real appreciation for them. And I was a commercial diver for a bit, so I’ve always loved the water.” She also has her American Heart Association Heartsaver

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continued from page 22 Weekend parties and lessons weekday afternoons are devoted to being a mermaid. She tries to spend two hours everyday in the pool. “The (silicone) tail’s really fun,” says the mermaid, adding she currently has two. One weighs 30 pounds and the other 35. “They’re big and heavy. It takes me 20-25 minutes to get them on so I have to arrive at parties early ‘cause they’re hard to wiggle into.” She says despite the weight, these swimmable mermaid tails with monofins provide a magnificent mermaid experience. “I spend so much time swimming in

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An Eerie, Haunting August Story

By Richard Mabey Jr. ack in the far etched memories of the deepest caverns of heart and mind lies another time, another place. For myself and my endearing neighborhood friends, a most deep and powerful truth was granted unto us, at such an early time in life. For it was in late August of 1967, that the good Lord showed me all I had to be thankful for, all I had to be utmost grateful for. It was an endearing spiritual lesson, unfolded before my very eyes, that to this very day, still looms a most eerie and haunting quality in the deepest chords of my very heart. To say that we were all neighborhood friends, does not quite define it. For the four of us were more like brothers. For in truth, we shared a spiritual closeness that even most brothers are not quite acquainted with. It was the romantic era, the days of innocence, the summer of all for one and one for all. We would play baseball in the old back field, at the end of Mabey Lane, for hours and hours. We rode our bicycles down Main Street, for the mile-long ride, just to buy a bottle of Dad’s Root Beer and a Snickers bar at

Moe’s Sweet Shop. We camped out in each other’s backyards. We explored Hook Mountain, just south of Route 202. We fell in love with the same neighborhood girls. We walked the wooded path to the old Morris Canal. We cut the palms of our hands and pressed them together to become blood brothers of the wind, the earth, the moon and the sun. But it was in late August of 1967, that a sacred moment of truth came to us all, from which our lives would never quite be the same. My cousin Edward, lived right next to me in the carriage house along Mabey Lane. Sadly, it no longer remains. George Yost lived right across the street from me, along historic Route 202. And, Joey lived to the left-hand side of George. We were all relatively close in age, we were all filled with a love for life, a sense of adventure, and our hearts were filled with all of the longing, desire, and exhilaration to experience all that life could grant us. And now it was late August, the magical time of Summer would soon fade from us, and we would have to face the drudgery of classrooms, teachers, white chalk on blackboards, homework, and the bullies of

The old neighborhood boys, from a reunion photo taken during the Fall of 2004. We were all like brothers to one another. From left to right are Edward Mabey, yours truly, George Yost, and Joseph Manicone.

the schoolyard. But for now, this moment, we still had the few remaining days of late August to cherish and bask in, beneath the sweltering sun. Jose Hernandez was a part of the larger

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Haunting... continued from page 24 handshake of the core four. We were always kind and cordial to the rest of the neighborhood boys, but we instinctively knew that the brotherhood of the core four, could be watered down by being extended out to too many others. We knew very little about Jose. None of us knew him from school. Jose carried with him, a certain mystical, mysterious quality that for the most part, remained unspoken. When we played baseball at the backfield at the end of Mabey Lane, Jose would come running from the path in the northern woods and just join in with us. Jose never had his own baseball glove, so he would borrow one of ours, when it was our team’s turn to be at bat. Jose spoke broken English. He taught us some words in Spanish. We all assumed that he lived in Towaco, across the canal, across the railroad tracks. We all figured that he lived in the apartments that once abounded at the end of Bellows Lane. There was a certain unspoken rule of kiddom of the 1960’s that you just didn’t ask a fellow kid, a thousand and one questions. It came upon us in the early morning of late August 1967. Jose told us that his mom was cooking chicken enchiladas for lunch. Jose told us that he had told his mom all about his wonderful friends, who lived in Lincoln Park. Jose always referred to us as his “friends who lived in Lincoln Park.” It’s the main reason that we assumed that he lived in the apartments at the end of Bellows Lane. At

any rate, Jose told us that his mom had invited us all to have lunch with him and his mom. We were all elated. None of us had ever had enchiladas before. In fact, we had no idea what they were! So, without further ado that morning, we chose up sides for yet another baseball game. We played ball until the town whistle blew, announcing that high noon had arrived. And, then Jose, led us down the wooded path to the old Morris Canal. When we reached the canal, Jose led us to make a left along the canal path, heading west, to the border of Towaco and Lincoln Park. There in the midst of the woods along the canal, just to the west of the remains of Incline Plane Ten East, was the sighting that would change our lives. Jose led us to a village of sorts. This forested village was a clearing filled with tents and make-shift wooden shacks. Despite all of our adventurous sojourns to the old Morris Canal, we had never walked this far to the west. Most of the time we walk the path to the easterly direction to end up on Beaverbrook Road. Jose led us to his wooden shack. It was a small, woodframed home, that seemed to have been built in less than a day. Outside, Jose’s mom was cooking the chicken for the enchiladas in a big, black, cast-iron skillet above an open flame. The heavy skillet rested upon four cinder blocks, all strategically placed to balance the big skillet. There were old folding chairs abounding in the area. Two old card tables served as the dining room table. Jose’s

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mother spoke little English. But enough so that we could understand her. And, when we could not grasp what she was saying, Jose would be her interpreter. The four of us sat at the two chipped and worn card tables, with Jose and his mom. Jose and his mom explained that Jose’s dad was a migrant farm worker, working at one of the local farms. After lunch, we all most properly thanked Jose’s mother for making lunch for us. Then Jose explained that he had to help his mom clean up, but that he would be up to play ball with us later on. We all left the little encampment. We then walked the easterly canal path to the point where we would head up through the forest path, to our open field. We all said very little, as we walked the forest path. The sorrow in our hearts, loomed like the haunting aura of clouds passing by a full moon. We were never to be the same again. We all held an unspoken tide of compassion for Jose, from that time on. In September of 1967, I started my freshman year at Boonton High School. Eddie, Joey, and George were all soon to complete their days of attending middle school. We never formally said goodbye to Jose. He just seemed to fade from our lives, before the first snowfall came upon us that winter. None of us were ever to see Jose again. Richard Mabey Jr. is a freelance writer. He can be reached at richardmabeyjr@hotmail.com. Please put on the subject line: My Life Publications.

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By: Steve Sears azmine Fenlator-Victorian remembers the life-altering discussion between she and her Rider University Track & Field coach, Rob Pasquariello. “Coach ‘P’ brought up bobsledding to me my senior year at Rider, and it felt so random. I actually thought he was pranking me, because he knew of my Jamaican heritage and of course the movie, “Cool Runnings.” Little did I know he believed in my athletic abilities and Olympic hopes so much, he submitted my athletic resume to Team USA Bobsled on my behalf. I will never forget those initial conversations and how he supported me and still does.” “The impact Coach ‘P’ has had in my life is priceless and ultimately changed the trajectory to be who and what I am today.” And Fenlator-Victorian, who will be 36 on August 29, is not done with Bobsledding. “Currently I am still in training as a 2022 Winter Olympic hopeful. I am working on qualifying for my 3rd Olympics.” She also started her own business in 2021, working as a Social Media & Brand Strategist, as well as a Business Coach and Mentor. Fenlator-Victorian says growing up in Wayne was interesting. “Although my parents worked extremely hard, we were not well off. They made it feel like we had everything though and made my sister and I, even friends and family who visited, feel so comfortable, well fed, and taken care of.” Her dad is Cosman Fenlator, a Jamaican born immigrant to the United States and now a dual citizen, and her mom, Susan Fenlator, a 2nd generation born in this country with an Eastern European/Baltic heritage. “My parents loved hanging out in our yard and created a beautiful garden. Some of the neighborhood kids would ride their bikes by and ask my mom if they could have some flowers to bring to their mom’s. I primarily grew being the only or one of 3 or 4 brown and black kids in my class, even in my schools. I am biracial and, despite how much my parents educated me and always provided positivity around my uniqueness and whole self, I did often grow up alone, misunderstood, confused, and out of place. Things can be difficult, especially as a big dreamer, when everyone around you doesn’t look like you and even questions who and what you yourself are.” Fenlator-Victorian has one sister, who is 9 years younger. “I love being the older sister to help guide her through life, but also having someone that I get to be silly with. She makes me laugh all the time where my stomach cramps and I’m rolling around in tears. We have a blast together and have really bonded in our adult life.” When Fenlator-Victorian attended Wayne Valley High School, she initially chose to take part in that Student Dance Association and also joined Gymnastics. “That evolved into Mr. Bannat, my freshman year Physical Education teacher, mentioning to me to go out for the track team, along with some other friends’ support.” Fenlator-Victorian became a three-season sport varsity athlete: Gymnastics in the fall, Indoor Track & Field in the winter, and Outdoor Track & Field for the spring. “I believe the support of my Track & Field coaches - Mr. Flower, Mr. Bannat, Mr. Slater, and Mr. Oaky - is what helped really shape the beginning stages of my Olympic aspirations. Becoming serious, the discipline needed, the foundational understanding that it is not just about showing up physically but also mentally, and how little things add up to big victories both personally and in career.” After desiring to attend a college on the west coast, she chose Rider University as her next stop – for a few very good reasons. In her junior and senior year in high school, her mom’s Lupus flared up, Mrs. Fenlator sick with a cold that ended up lasting months on end and even warranted 911 calls in the middle of the night. “I wanted to travel and (go) to school on the west coast, but I didn’t want to be so far away if something happened either, so I started focusing on schools that were recruiting me on the east coast. I primarily selected Rider University for the environment. As a young student athlete, the transition to college and adult life is already a whirlwind.” While on a tour, she met Pasquariello, whom she affectionately calls “Coach P.” “It felt familiar. The neighborhood the campus was in, the team and how open and excited they were, as well as the opportunities of education. I just felt comfortable in a new place of life I was headed, and Coach ‘P’ really listened and

heard me as well.” Making the switch to Bobsledding from Track & Field had its ups and downs. “The sport itself can only be done in specific places around the world with a bobsled track,” Fenlator-Victorian says. “Learning the sport in that capacity, the equipment, and how the sport operations are is definitely a learning curve. As for the physical training, that in itself was not as bad since I was already doing a lot of the work for Track & Field. As I learned more about the sport and worked with my coaches, I was able to optimize my training specifically for bobsled.” Initially a brakeman, Fenlator-Victorian then switched to the driver’s seat. She explains. “I started as a brakeman, as most do entering the sport. It is a great way to really learn and continued on page 27

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NJ Starz... continued from page 26 transition. Some people love the position and optimize their career in that roll. On USA Bobsled, they have a driving school at the end of the season to invite brakeman and even youth to drive bobsleds. At the end of the school as long as you are driving “safely” they would hold a little race for fun. I was part of this process and from the moment I jumped into the driver’s seat, I was hooked. I loved it. The mental challenges, the combination of physical

and mental performance, the difference in seeing the speed and making those decisions was a RUSH!” Fenlator-Victorian has competed in two Olympic Games, representing both the United States (Sochi, Russia in 2014) and Jamaica (PyeongChang, South Korea, 2018). “This is so hard to put into words as both journeys to each were completely different and had its challenges,” she says of both experiences. “I feel so honored and privileged to have had the opportunities in

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my athletic career to do what I love, grow as an individual, make an impact, and use my platform for others to have a path and go beyond in their own way, too.” For Fenlator-Victorian, she considers the move from Team USA to competing for Jamaica a return to her other home. “Being biracial and having an immigrant family,” she explains, “it is important to be educated about where you came from, what makes you and your family you. Jamaica has always been a huge part of me despite being born and primarily living in the United States. When I became part of the, team it just felt right, and I was embraced with open arms.” And Fenlator-Victorian, who has been married to her husband, Surf, for 6 years, says her biggest achievement is defying the odds: dancer to Track & Field, to the first 4-year college graduate and student athlete, to bobsledding, to entrepreneur and public speaker. She elaborates. “When I switched to represent Jamaica, I received an abundance of support, but there are two sides to a coin and that transition came with it’s hardships. To be able to qualify for the 2018 Olympics and open new doors for the black and brown community in winter sports, and specifically females, was huge

and one of my lifetime achievements. The other one is starting my own business and being able to have an impact for individuals, small business and athletes to bring their version of success to life like my support system has for me.” Her family has had the biggest influence on her. “Specifically, my mom, husband, and Coach ‘P’ (he is definitely considered family),” she states. “All three of them have allowed me to express myself unapologetically, embrace all my crazy ideas and aspirations, and do all they can to support me in all the ways. I have learned so much from my tight little circle, and although I stand on my own two feet and beat to my own drum, they provided the foundation for me to do that and continue to soar.” Fenlator-Victorian, a 4th generation member of the Order of Eastern Star and a Rainbow Girls (organizations affiliated with the Masonic Temple), welcomes the opportunity to connect with her Wayne community. Visit her on Instagram at @ jazminefenlator, on LinkedIn at Jazmine Fenlator-Victorian, or on Facebook at www. facebook.com/JazBobsled.

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ith all the constraints people lived through in 2020, many turned to their own backyards - nature, in particular - for hope, solace, wonder and even entertainment. Despite the worldwide crisis, nature’s normalcy remained intact; flowers continued to bloom, bees continued to pollinate and birds continued to fly and forage food. Feeding birds can be enjoyable for any age group and provide stress relief for all who partake. A University of Exeter study, focused on nature’s impact on humans in suburban and urban areas, found lower levels of depression, anxiety and stress were associated with the number of birds people saw during afternoons at home. The benefits of birdwatching come from seeing lots of birds - quantity not “quality” - the study found. People “felt relaxed and connected to nature when they watched birds in their gardens,” researchers said. These feelings increased with the level of bird feeding in the yard. For millions working and schooling from home, this stress reduction was an unintended bonus. Data from 2020 shows sales of bird feed, feeders, nesting boxes and bird houses spiked as interest in backyard birds soared while people spent more time at home. Interest in birding isn’t slowing down.

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3 BR, 2 BA Charming Ranch! Great starter home & freshly painted interior! MBR Suite has wall of closet space, dressing rm w/closet & FBA. KIT, LR, Den & screened patio/porch. Part fin bsmnt w/lg main room, summer KIT, laundry room, utility room, 2 extra rooms and storage.

Pompton Lakes NEWLY LISTED!

$249,900

4 BR, 2 BA Cape Cod with full rear dormer! Make it your own! Attached Porch off Eat In Kitchen, HW flooring on main level & wide driveway with carport. Home needs TLC and updating. Sold AS Is. Buyer responsible for Town Inspections (CCO & Fire Code).

Pompton Lakes $189,900 NEWLY LISTED!

1 BR, 1 BA First Floor Condo! Spacious EIK, dining area, Living Rm with sliders to patio, public utilities and close to town and public trans. Storage unit, laundry room, Central Air & Pet Friendly! Water and sewer included in monthly association fee.

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3 BR, 2 BA 1900s Colonial w/lemonade porch! Price Reduced! Spacious LR, FDR, KIT w/newer appls & pantry, 2017 addition Family Rm & Den/Play Rm with French doors to rear yard. Duct work in MBR & FR/ Den for future C/A. Newer vinyl fencing, underground sprinklers, 2 sheds and large patio.

Pompton Plains NEW PRICE!

$434,900

3 BR, 1.1 BA Charming Colonial! Price Reduced! Enclosed front porch, spacious living room with fireplace, large dining room, heated sunroom, unfinished basement and corner property. Paved driveway. Shed. Convenient to shopping, public transportation bus or train, and major highways.

$749,700 NEW PRICE!

4 BR, 3.1 BA Colonial nestled in Towaco section of Montville! Price Reduced! Formal LR and DR, Family Rm with raised hearth FP, Eat-In-Kitchen and Full In-Law Suite with full bath in WO basement. Private setting on cul-de-sac. 2 car gar.

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3 BR, 1 BA Cape Cod on quiet street! Kitchen w/ pantry, LR, DR with sliders that lead to screened in porch overlooking fully fenced yard. 1 st Floor offers MBR, updated BA & laundry. 2 BRs on 2nd floor. New oversized shed and jungle gym. Patio. Newly paved driveway for up to 5 cars.

$399,000 Pompton Plains $349,900 NEWLY LISTED!

3 BR, 1 BA Ranch! Price Reduced! Living Rm, Eat In Kitchen, Full Bath, enclosed screened porch overlooking large property, attic, full basement, 2 car garage, and NEW roof. Ready for updates to make it your own. Sold AS IS.

3 BR, 1 BA Cape Cod! Great bones with updated mechanical systems. LR, MBR, BR all with wood floors, Bath & updated, expanded Kitchen w/loads of cabinets, Sep. Dining area and bonus rear door to screened in porch off the kitchen. Full lower level with good ceiling height. CA. 1 car gar.

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5 BR, 2.1 BA Cape Cod! Well-kept home features updated kitchen and baths, hardwood floors, a wood burning brick fireplace & large rooms. An amazing backyard with park setting with a pond, patio and IG pool. Possible subdivision but sale not contingent upon those results. 2 car gar.

West Milford $569,124 Woodland Park NEWLY LISTED! NEW PRICE! 3 BR, 2 BA Contemporary Ranch! Gorgeous sprawling landscape with 80’ round pond & fenced/lighted tennis/basketball court. Open Concept, New Kitchen 2016 w/granite & SS Appls, Gas FP in LR and Dr, Family Rm. Greenhouse room, Thermopane windows 2000, Anderson sliders 2018. 14.5’ ceilings

$650,000

4 BR, 3.1 BA Sprawling Ranch on quiet dead end street! Large entry foyer leads to spacious LR and DR. EIK opens to FR with slider to patio. Finished basement with separate entrance/possible In-law suite. 2 car gar.

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Award-Winning Outdoor Space Inspiration

enovating your home’s outdoor spaces not only enhances the aesthetic but can also provide a host of recreational benefits. Taking a look at award-winning projects can help many homeowners draw inspiration while also identifying capable, reputable contractors to take on the project. For example, selected by a panel of industry experts based on functionality, aesthetics, craftsmanship, innovation and degree of difficulty, these 2021 National Association of the Remodeling Industry National Contractor of the Year (CotY) Award Winners showcase a variety of ideas for upgrading your outdoor spaces. Find the complete list at nari. org/cotywinners. Residential Landscape Design/Outdoor Living Under $100,000 The clients wanted to upgrade a poorly draining, impractical backyard into an attractive, functional outdoor entertainment space that flowed from the renovated basement. The project included an outdoor area for entertaining, outdoor kitchen, spacious patio with a custom concrete fire pit, oversized ceiling fans, ample storage and landscaping complete with native plants around the perimeter. “By working on this project, we learned how important it is to take a holistic look at what clients are trying to accomplish with their renovations,” said Thomas Boyce, president of Boyce Design & Contracting. “Often with outdoor living projects, designers and contractors look at the exterior of the home in isolation. We learned to look at how the interior and exterior of the home connect to each other to make sure the features and floor plan flow and work well together. By taking this approach, we were able to achieve a better finished product that is more functional and attractive for our clients.” Residential Landscape Design/Outdoor Living $100,000-$250,000 A young, active family was looking to create a distinct outdoor living space with

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multiple entertainment spaces that tied in with the existing aesthetic and elevated the home amongst its neighbors. The low-maintenance backyard now features an outdoor dining area, sunken living room, entertainment area and additional storage space built with the home’s current architectural features while also maintaining a large enough yard for the kids and their friends to play. “The aesthetic of the outdoor areas was designed not only for function but also to reflect the interiors and keep the inside-outside living feeling continuous,” said Tim Johnson, owner and founder of Livit Site + Structure. “For example, the shiplap used on the fire table is the same shiplap featured inside the home. Likewise, the Douglas fir timbers used on the pergola are the same as the interior ceiling beams.” Residential Landscape Design/Outdoor Living Over $250,000 A 4,000-square-foot project built at four different elevations, this client wanted to include a safe way to move from the upper level to the backyard without coming through the house, a structure for shade and protection from mosquitoes and a pool with features that reflected the home. Adding a covered screen room with individually controlled wall panels, see-through fireplace, fountain, pool with sheer descent waterfalls, recycled rock walls and staircase from the upper elevation while enclosing it all within a stone wall met those expectations. “A sound piece of advice for anyone building anything in the backyard: get a plan,” said Ken DePratt, owner of KD Poolscapes, Ltd. “Have it match your expectations list. Then, and only then, will you know if it matches your budget. We would recommend doing your research when taking on a pool project of any size. It’s hard to push that hole around once it’s dug.” (Family Features)

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Home Upgrades to Improve Indoor Air Quality

hen most people think about air quality, they’re typically thinking about outdoor pollution. However, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the air inside your home can be as polluted, or even more so, than the air outside. The concentrations of some indoor pollutants can be as much as 2-5 times higher than typical outdoor concentrations. The air inside your home also contains pollutants from everyday activities like cooking, bathing and cleaning. A family of four can produce the equivalent of 22-30 pounds of moisture per day from normal activities, according to the Institute of Specialist Surveyors and Engineers, while household cleaners and products like paint, upholstery, carpeting and plastics can release chemicals containing volatile organic compounds. On average, Americans spend an estimated 90% of their time indoors, according to the EPA. All that time with minimal access to daylight and fresh air can take a toll on your health. These steps for managing indoor air quality can help you create a healthier home. Support your HVAC system Many homeowners assume their heating and cooling (HVAC) system is adequate to manage their home’s indoor air quality. Typically, these systems only circulate existing indoor air, so you’re missing out on the benefits of circulating fresher, cleaner air. What’s more, without regular servicing and frequent filter replacements, it’s easy for standard HVAC systems to fall short. This is especially true in older homes or in households where there’s a high volume of allergens like dust or pet

dander. Adding standalone or integrated devices can help give your HVAC system some extra support. Air purifiers can effectively help filter pollutants while ultraviolet lights purify the air and help control pollutants like bacteria, mold and mildew. Improve fresh air ventilation When it comes to upgrades that improve air quality, better fresh air ventilation is near the top of the list for many homeowners. Improved ventilation allows you to clear out stale, polluted indoor air and circulate fresh, outdoor air in your home. Polluted air tends to stagnate at the ceiling, so one effective and energy-efficient way to create natural ventilation is with skylights that open. Sometimes called venting or operable

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