Josephine May 2014

Josephine St. Joseph’s women’s magazine

May 2014

For the love of dogs

St. Joseph woman volunteers as a veterinarian at the Iditarod

Tips for those who seem to live in their car How to take advantage of those healthy spring greens Is it time to throw out your makeup?

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Getting wedding 22 ready Keep last-minute wedding preparations fun and stress-free Spring greens 24 Kale, spinach and cabbage can dress up ordinary salads Do you live in 26 your car?

Make spending time in your vehicle more pleasant

girlstuff Maintain makeup

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Relationship help

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DYI bouquet

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Customer service

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Osteoporosis and you

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Sunglasses trends

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Kitchen clutter

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Your best hair

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cover girl Paula Gibson, shown above with Landon, her border collie, is thankful for hand warmers.

These are just one example of how cold-weather gear has advanced since her years growing up in Alaska, where she recently returned to serve as a volunteer veterinarian for the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race. The St. Joseph woman welcomed this opportunity to return to her roots, as well as to experience her home state in a way many never do. To be chosen for the task, vets must have substantial experience and must be able to withstand the conditions — which can’t always be countered by coats and gloves.

“Our stethoscopes often freeze,” she notes, adding, however, that working outdoors in Alaska also comes with occasional perks: “Once in a while, if we are lucky ... at night we get a beautiful display of the Northern Lights to work under.”

To read more about Gibson and her Iditarod experience, see page 16.

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For the love of 16 dogs St. Joseph women serves as Iditarod vet

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the regulars Editor’s note

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Two guys and a question

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We’re loving it

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Josephine calendar

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Average Joe

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Getting Real

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Meal time

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Get healthy

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girlstuff Maintaining your makeup Putting on makeup every day is something many women do without a second thought.

Depending on your product and technique preferences, you probably put your finger, a brush or other applicator in the same container day after day and then touch it to your skin.

During this process are you taking care to ensure you aren’t also applying germs to your skin?

Area cosmetics experts offer the following tips to help keep your makeup germfree and safe: “Never pump your mascara! Always twirl the wand in the tube or you are forcing air and germs in that will grow quickly, and you are putting that directly in your eye.” — Alicia Studna, indepen-

dent Mary Kay Consultant “We really need to wash our brushes at least once a month. You can use your shampoo or vinegar and water and then shampoo. Lie them on a towel so water doesn’t get into the handles. Your makeup will go on so much nicer, too!” – Karen Weneck, independent ARBONNE Consultant “Your makeup should be cleaned on a regular basis. Use a cosmetic sanitizer mist to remove any oils from your skin that can be harbored in any compact-based product like eye shadow, blush or bronzer. Sanitizing these palettes regularly can keep them from changing texture or drying up over time. I also recommend using cosmetic sanitizing wipes to clean lip gloss, mascara wands

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and lipsticks on a regular basis.” – Nichole Daniels, certified skin care specialist at Dani Girl Skin Care The following tips also are offered by WomensHealth.gov:

■ Keep makeup out of the sun and heat. Light and heat can kill the preservatives that help to fight bacteria. Don’t keep cosmetics in a hot car for a long time.

■ Don’t use cosmetics if you have an eye infection, such as pinkeye. Throw away any makeup you were using when you first found the problem.

■ Never add liquid to a product unless the label tells you to do so.

■ Throw away any makeup if the color changes or if it starts to smell.

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Worth the work Use these five tips to improve your relationship It’s a fact of life that lasting relationships take a little work, but the extra effort results in lasting happiness. If the relationship you’re currently in feels strained, or even if you feel like it’s at a near-perfect status, it never hurts to strive to improve the dynamics.

Put them first

To local pastor Ken Maxey, a successful relationship simply boils down to one thing: the happiness of your significant other. When you put them first, everything else falls into place.

“If you truly care about someone, and you want to see your relationship with them improve, you have to be willing to lay aside your demands and seek ways to help them improve themselves,” Maxey says. “That’s why, as a pastor and a Christian, I think it’s so important to have God in the center of your life. He gives me strength to put my wife first, even though I might not like it.”

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Assess your expectations vs. reality

Maxey advises people not to allow failed expectations to hurt reality.

“Too often I see couples have a certain expectation going into a relationship, and when that person doesn’t meet their expectations, the reality of disappointment brings about conflict.” The best way to avoid this, he says, is to clearly communicate your expectations with that person but also be willing to allow them to communicate back to you what they think about your expectations. “If they don’t line up, then be willing to discuss the common grounds you can build your relationship upon, and focus on that instead of your disappointment. Again, this is where self-sacrifice will go a long way in helping your relationships.”

Talk

Barton Goldsmith, Ph.D., in his article titled “Ten positive ways to make your relationship better,” recommends talking

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about everything with your significant other. “Keeping secrets or not sharing what’s in your head and heart will make your partner feel distant, and you won’t get the real benefit of a shared life. Speak up and express your feelings,” he says.

Utilize those three words

Saying “I love you” as much as possible is actually pretty important. It may start to feel redundant and you might think it goes without saying, but, reminding your significant other how you feel makes a difference.

Laugh together

It’s equally important to take a break from all the serious discussions and just enjoy each other’s company. Dr. Stephanie Sarkis, in an article titled “7 keys to a healthy and happy relationship,” notes the importance of just having fun. “Life gets too serious without receiving regular doses of humor,” she says.

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The question:

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May 27 10 a.m., Welcome Wagon Social Club of St. Joseph, general meeting, Rolling Hills Library, 1904 N. Belt Highway. For additional information, go to www. stjomowelcomewagon.com.

7 p.m., Introductory session to Creighton Model Fertility Awareness and Appreciation, Heartland Medical Plaza. Course is designed to help couples cooperate with their fertility in family planning. Call 232-2258.

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I think the best thing about being a woman is the pride of standing tall as a woman in this sexist world. It is the pride of being brave and tough. It wasn’t too long ago that women weren’t allowed to vote or get elected even in the most democratic societies. We have yet to elect our first woman president. In developed countries, like our very own, a woman still gets paid less than a man for the same job in the year 2014. Elsewhere, men run their underdeveloped countries with laws restricting women’s basic freedoms. Women are considered secondary to men by the mainstream religions of Christianity, Islam and Judaism. They, whether biologically or otherwise, are privileged to be mothers, and every individual comes to this world from underneath a woman’s ribs, yet, women are told that they were created from a man’s rib. Around the world, they aren’t only the victims of discrimination but also cruelty in many different forms such as rape, sexual abuse, domestic violence, forced prostitution, child marriage, female infanticide and female circumcision.

Men, even those elected to serve, attempt to patronize women by dictating rules about birth control or pregnancy. A Georgia lawmaker went as far as comparing women to farm animals only a couple years ago! It’s a woman’s body, so it’s her decision. Back off, man.

As I’ve gotten older, I’ve become more and more aware of the importance of family in our lives. Moms, dads, sisters, brothers and cousins can influence where we live, what sort of career we enter, who we choose as a partner ... or, just as importantly, what paths we choose NOT to take in those areas.

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6:45 to 7:30 p.m., Cardio Fit Boxing, Monroe’s ATA, 2221 N. Belt Highway, 671-1133, $3 a class.

May 8 9:30 a.m., St. Joseph Garden Club meeting, Joyce Raye Patterson Senior Citizens Center, program

by Connie McGraff, Hy-Vee floral arranger. Guests welcome, call 232-9151 for information.

Every Friday 5 to 8 p.m., Friday Night Wine Tastings, Smooth Endings Fine Wines, Spirits and Cigars, corner of Belt and Beck, (816) 749-4WINE, $5 per person.

Every Saturday 9 to 9:45 p.m., Cardio Fit Boxing, Monroe’s ATA, 2221 N. Belt Highway, 671-1133, $3 a class.

Sait Serkan Gurbuz is a photographer for the News-Press and Josephine magazine. He is 33 and married.

And the relationship between mothers and daughters may be the strongest of all.

I don’t know how many women have told me that there’s nothing more precious than their son or daughter. Men may be great fathers, but we’ll never have the experience of giving birth, nor will we enjoy that level of closeness. I envy women’s ability to have this type of relationship with their child. It must be amazing.

Terry Jordan is a local news editor a the News-Press. He is 63 and single.

We’re loving it A look at what Josephine staffers are crazy about this month I recently purchased an agave lip mask from Bite Beauty, a cosmetics company whose founding principle is to use only natural products. This hydrating mask of agave and vanilla makes a huge difference on my chapped lips. Only one swipe in the morning keeps my lips nourished all day long, and I have since found no need to use Chapstick throughout the day. Don’t be alarmed by the $26 price tag, because this product will last for months. It’s sold exclusively at Sephora.

— Kim Norvell

If you’re stumped for a Mother’s Day gift, a line of products I recently came across may be the answer. Agraria makes a line of fragrances, bath products, lotions and candles that offer a little luxury. I’ve tried their lavender and rosemary bath salts and the cedar rose woven crystal candle. I like that both have nice scents that don’t overwhelm you. The bath salts come in a pretty container with a seashell for scooping the salt (which comes from the Dead Sea) into your bath — nice touches. And with two pounds of bath salt in the container, one box is enough for at least a dozen baths. The candle is in a nice glass container and comes with a metal lid to put over the top when you’re not using it, which keeps the dust and allergens out. The label says it has about 40 hours of burning time. The products cost more than something you’d pick up at a big-box store, but for a special gift or treat they’re worth it. You can find Agraria at Hall’s on the Plaza in Kansas City and online at www.agrariahome.com.

— Jess DeHaven

Lately I’ve been trying out some ready-toeat meals by GoPicnic. They’re a little on the light side for a meal, but I can turn to them for a quick, convenient lunch. There’s no refrigeration or microwaving required, and each meal comes with a variety of small, packaged courses. For example, Sunbutter and Crackers (my personal favorite) comes with the crackers and spread, trail mix, a fruit strip and chocolate chip cookies. Many of them are also all-natural, gluten-free, vegan or vegetarian for people with special diets.

— Kelsey Saythany I’ve been having a lot of fun recently with Mood Magic lipstick. It comes in a green stick, goes on clear and turns into a bold pink color that’s supposedly the perfect shade of pink for your skin tone. I don’t really know how the chemistry works or why different people’s lips result in different colors, but it’s so cool to watch it change right before your eyes. Plus, it has some serious staying power. It lasts all day long, even through eating and drinking. I found mine on Amazon for around $5.

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Make your own beautiful bouquet Beautiful flowers will soon be in bloom.

Will you bring some inside for a fresh table centerpiece or lively accent in the family room?

Whether you display homegrown or store-bought flowers, creating a professional-looking bouquet is easy. All you need is a little creativity and the right strategy.

ed by the crisscrossed foliage stems. Take your time experimenting with where the big blooms look best.

Step 4

Carefully incorporate the wispy elements, weaving them into three strategic spots: up high on one side, spilling out closer to the vase and in the middle.

More tips:

What you need

■ Vessel – Almost any cup or vase will do, depending on the size and amount of flowers you wish to display ■ Foliage – Leafy green stems ■ Flowers – Roses, daisies, geraniums or whatStep 2 ever’s in season — cut the stems at an angle, Build your base with the greenery. at different lengths Take your time to build a nice shape, ■ Wispy pieces – Flowering ferns or vines preferably one with a high point in the

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back. Asymmetry is OK – let the greens fall a little more to one side of the vase.

Clean your vessel thoroughly of any residue and fill with room-temperature water.

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Add your “face” flowers. These will stay in place thanks to the webbing creat-

■ Arranging smaller flowers? Use a shorter, stouter vase.

■ Display longer-stemmed flowers in taller, more narrow vessels.

■ Keep your flower arrangement fresher longer by removing all leaves that will lie below the surface of the water.

■ Combine unexpected elements, including cuttings from houseplants.

■ If displaying top-heavy flowers in a bowl, use cellophane tape to create a grid across the top of the vessel. This will help keep the flowers from drooping.

— Crystal K. Wiebe | Josephine magazine

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Customer service incorporates compassion While patience has always been a noted virtue, it’s also the key in achieving excellent customer support service at various retailers and businesses.

Stories of prolonged waiting in lines and on the phone and general exhaustion often escalate customer frustration when a consumer may be dissatisfied with customer service. When people suffer from poor customer service from various vendors, locally or nationally, patience is a key in de-escalating and resolving an exasperating issue.

“If I go in and yell, customers have to expect that they will get yelling,” says Peggy Ellis, assistant dean and director of professional development at Missouri Western State University’s Western Insti-

tute. “If I go in and stay calm, everyone is more likely to stay calm and come to a solution to whatever the problem is.”

Defining Northwest Missouri as one of the most customer-focused business communities in the country, Ellis says a customer service representative also must be well-trained and resolution-oriented to understand customer complaints. She says in order to receive excellent customer service in any situation, both sides must be focused on resolving the matter, regardless of who the error fell upon.

“If I am asking for something of someone else, you should tell them that you have a tough situation, but that you could really use their help,” Ms. Ellis says. “Usually people will respond to

that instead of if you go in and demand for something, demand they do it today and now, because the representative will automatically put up a brick wall.”

Understanding, patience, compassion and an eye on resolution are keys in gaining excellent customer service, Ms. Ellis says. Regardless of the situation, representatives want to maintain business within local communities and are typically willing to address issues within the customer service venture.

“You have to use a lot of ‘we’ words and ask how can we do this together, because most times it needs understanding and respect from both the representative and the customer,” she says.

— Kristin Hoppa | Josephine magazine

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Osteoporosis and me

OK, I know the headline might be a little misleading. Even in my mid-40s, I haven’t actually been diagnosed with this most common of all bone diseases, but as a woman, I’ve been hearing about it for years.

I always thought if I drank more milk, I’d be fine. But the older I get, the less my body welcomes milk, and that creates a dilemma. It’s really about getting your body to absorb enough calcium and vitamin D from your diet.

The way your body processes things changes over time. There was a time I could eat tons of junk food and never see its effects, but by this point in my life I might as well tuck the doughnut in my back pocket instead of eating it — it just cuts out the middle man.

And speaking of men, this weakening of bones isn’t gender specific.

It can start with simple compression fractures. And you might have heard your grandparents talk about shrinking. That’s no joke! Osteoporosis can cause your bones to condense, which will cause you to physically lose height.

And just as you seem to slow on producing things like hair and hormones, your body also can slow down its production when it comes to bone matter.

Diagnosis of extreme cases need more than just an X-ray. Often times blood work can help identify the disease. That’s when medication could be prescribed.

But even if this happens naturally

to the best of us, there are some pretty simple steps to help slow the process or at the very least build up muscle around the bones to help them from breaking so easily.

First on the list would simply be walking or jogging and then adding some free weights or stretch bands for resistance. For balance, look into a yoga class.

The next key is to watch your diet.

According to the US National Library of Medicine, adults under 50 should have about 1,000 milligrams of calcium and at least 400 IU of vitamin D a day. Women older than 50 need to bump the calcium by 200 milligrams. Everyone older than the age of 70 should have no less than 1,200 milligrams of calcium and 800 IU of vitamin D. So how can you get all that calcium without drinking tons of milk? Yogurt, cheese and even some vegetables like broccoli will help. And just for an added boost, a multivitamin with a calcium supplement should do the trick.

One thing to remember as we all start into those golden years, is to keep ourselves free from falls. That means to start thinking about risks like a throw rug or add a handle to stairs.

While we can’t stop Father Time, we all can agree awareness is a key to preventing the more serious side effects of osteoporosis. And I for one do not want to be the one who calls out, “I’ve fallen and I can’t get up!”

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Sweet shades

Fashionable sunglasses emphasize color, craft and classic looks You couldn’t walk through a shopping center, a restaurant or any kind of public gathering last summer without seeing at least one pair of brightly hued wayfarers.

Coming in vivid oranges, glowing greens, light blues, deep reds and neon yellows, wayfarers came back in a big way in 2013 thanks largely to the eye-catching colors of their frames. Fashion designers clearly took a cue when creating their 2014 lines.

“You’re still going to see a lot of bright colors — something that stands out, whether it’s a colored lens or a colored frame itself,” says Joseph Hernandez, sales associate for Sunglass Hut in the Zona Rosa Shopping District in Kansas City. “Maybe it’s more of a cat-eye, an aviator or something that has more of a floral print on it, but it’s something that you’re dressing up to wear.”

Ray-Ban, the king of stylish wayfarers, remains a big seller this summer, but Hernandez says designers like Burberry, Tory Burch and Versace also are making an impact. Their shades blend splashes of color with marvelous intricacy.

For example, a pair of the butterfly-shaped VE 4237B sunglasses come in marbled black frames with popping patches of purple or light brown, accompanied by Versace’s diamond crest on the temples. Meanwhile, the new “Trench”

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collection of sunglasses from Burberry — which come in a variety of colors and styles — boast nose pads that resemble the metal hook-and-eye collar closure from Burberry’s signature trench coat.

“A lot of the small things are being embellished, whether it’s the side design, more diamonds or more intricate details,” Hernandez says.

Several Burberry sunglasses come in the cat-eye style, feminine frames with upswept angles made famous in the ‘50s by the likes of Audrey Hepburn and Marilyn Monroe. Anyone who has flipped through concert photos and music magazines recently will tell you that hip chicks love this retro look. Quite simply, cat eyes are fun and full of personality. Plus, the frames come in a huge variety of captivating prints that seamlessly accompany different lens colors.

This summer, Hernandez says, Dolce & Gabbana, Versace and Tiffany (of course) lead the way in the cat-eye sunglasses, which sculpt round and oval faces according to Women’s Health.

“The cat eyes have definitely been very popular,” he says. “They’ve adapted them to where it’s not the lens itself that’s cat-eyed, but the frame is. That way, the glasses aren’t so dramatic, but they’re more fashionable than the normal square shape.”

Other classic styles like the round frame (think John Lennon) and the aviator (think Tom Cruise in “Top Gun”) are also on the rise for both sexes, while the trendier, oversized frames have slightly declined in sales.

“There’s a lot of history repeating itself in the sunglasses we have right now,” he says.

That’s good news for the self-conscious shade-wearers out there. Women’s Health says that aviators complement nearly all face shapes (especially those with strong jaws and pointy chins). Meanwhile, oversized frames usually only complement “angular” and “heart-shaped” faces.

For some, comfort and durability will always be the most important selling point. For these folks, Hernandez recommends shopping shades by Maui Jim and Oakley. Maui Jim shades are so reliable, he says, that they come with an extended warranty — and no one has ever redeemed it. Plus, you can wear them all day, whether you’re at the amusement park, the swimming pool or a family picnic.

“They have rubberized pieces built into them to give you a good fit and a secure hold, but they come in a big range of styles and colors,” he says.

— Shea Conner | Josephine magazine

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Cut the clutter from your kitchen For those participating in the annual ritual of spring cleaning, one area that must not be overlooked is the kitchen.

If you desire to see your countertops beneath the clutter and keep objects from falling out every time a cupboard door is opened, try these tips to getting clean and organized.

First, get rid of the excess

It seems the kitchen will never be quite big enough, with cabinets and drawers filling up quickly. Take inventory of what you have in your kitchen and decide what can be gotten rid of in order to create much-needed space. Maybe you have three or so 8x8 baking dishes that could be condensed into one or two, or a giant mixing bowl you never use. Consider giving away these items as housewarm-

ing gifts to someone who needs them or taking them to a local thrift store. If you absolutely can’t part with something for sentimental reasons, or you use it only once or twice a year, try relocating it to a storage room so it won’t take up precious space in your kitchen.

Then, get organized with some kitchen essentials

Spice rack — If you’re storing your spice bottles hodgepodge in a cupboard or drawer, try organizing them into a spice rack. Putting them in alphabetical order will make finding spices a cinch, and many racks are nice enough to store on the counter.

Shelving units — An over-door basket unit can help organize kitchen extras as well as create more space in cabinets

and drawers. Another consideration is to place wire shelves in taller cabinets such as under the sink to take advantage of vertical space.

Utensil holder or rack — Try placing, or hanging, one of these near the stove. Not only will this free up space in drawers, it will give you quick access to your spatulas, measuring cups and small pots and pans.

Corkboard or magnetic board — This can be a great place to pin up shopping lists and to-do lists, as well as leave messages for the family.

Stackable trays — If you’ve got a small mound of mail and other assorted paper items littering counters, try organizing them into trays that will take up less room and make sorting these items more manageable.

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Your skin tone

The veins on your wrist can help you determine this. If they are blue, your undertone is cool. If they are green, it’s warm. If they are in-between, it’s neutral. Patrick Hall, stylist at Bliss Salon in St. Joseph, recommends sticking with a complementary hair tone. “Warm-toned people look better with warmer blondes, browns, copper reds, and cool tones with blondes, browns and violet reds.”

Your natural hair color

“Whether going lighter or darker, it’s best to stay within three shades of your natural color,” says Lindsay Solomon, hairstylist at Stem Hair and Body Salon in Merriam, Kan. “It guarantees for a more natural, finished look. And if you have very dark hair, don’t go for bright blonde highlights. A few caramel or honey-toned strands go a long way.

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Your face shape

Are you a diamond, oval, round, pear or heart? Hall says the overall style you choose should create the illusion of an oval face shape.

Your lifestyle

How much work do you want to put into your hair? “If you do an all-over color you will need to maintain it between three and six weeks depending on hair growth.

Highlights’ maintenance is between six and twelve weeks, depending on hair growth and how much contrast is present between natural hair and the lightness of the highlights,” says Rusty Phillips, owner of Belle Epoque an Atelier Salon in downtown Kansas City.

For a low-maintenance look, Solomon recommends dimensional highlights. “It gives the client a sun-kissed look without regular visits to the salon,” she says.

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Kara Ames, a stylist at Edmond Street Parlor in St. Joseph, has a subtle way of helping her clients. “I always first ask when given a picture of a style possibility, ‘Do you really like the style because you could actually see yourself wearing it, or is it that you like it on the person you saw it on?’” she says.

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or one St. Joseph woman, the famed Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race was more than just a memorable experience: It was an opportunity to make her way home.

Veterinarian Paula Gibson has lived in the Lower 48 since her college years in the 1980s but grew up in Alaska, on an island called Adak in the Aleutian Chain, where her father worked on a military base. Although her husband’s career has kept her from moving back, she’s been able to return for a couple of weeks in March both this year and last as a volunteer vet for the Iditarod.

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Despite not being new to Alaska, Gibson found the Iditarod — which travels 1,000 miles through the interior of the state — to be totally new to her.

“The first year I went, it was overwhelming,” she says. “I was baffled by the whole experience.”

The annual race between Anchorage and Nome began in 1973, in part to commemorate the important role sled dogs and the Iditarod Trail have played in Alaska’s history. Since its inception, it’s become the most popular sporting event in Alaska, making celebrities of winning mushers and their dog teams.

Gibson notes that as a “little dog lover,” she followed the race as a child. Then, a couple of years ago, she learned that the Iditarod accepts a few new vets each year.

She applied and was accepted, then she did coursework covering issues sled dogs face that aren’t as common in animals she sees at her work locations in Gladstone, Mo., and Leavenworth, Kan. “Most of the dogs we see in my clinic are couch potatoes,” she laughs.

Sled dogs, on the other hand — which usually are Alaskan Huskies, a kind of dog bred to be athletic and to withstand an arctic environment — can run up to 100 miles a day. Bush planes transport veterinarians along the trail ahead of them to checkpoints where the dogs are examined for any issues with their hydration, weight, heart, lungs, legs or feet.

Mushers begin the race with 16 dogs, but many have to drop some during the course of the race. Gibson notes that another role of the vets is caring for these dropped dogs until they can be flown from the checkpoint.

However, “For the most part, the dogs do good,” she says. “I wouldn’t want anyone to think we have a lot of sick dogs on the trail. The welfare of the dogs is paramount to the race officials, mushers and veterinarians.”

Of course, the dogs aren’t the only ones tasked with withstanding the rigors of the race. One of the main criteria for the approximately 45 vets — who come from throughout the United States and Canada and even as far away as Europe, South Africa and Australia — is to be physically fit and able to withstand the conditions on the trail, as well as to carry all of their supplies. And because the race doesn’t come to a halt when the sun goes down, they must be able to do about half their work in the dark of night, wearing headlamps.

They also must be willing to stay in conditions that aren’t always incredibly comfortable. While some checkpoints are in small native villages or larger communities, others are set up in old roadhouses or tent camps, perhaps in abandoned

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It’s an incredible way to see Alaska in a way you wouldn’t normally. Alaska’s a very big state.

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But Gibson isn’t complaining.

“It’s an incredible way to see Alaska in a way you wouldn’t normally,” she says.

“Alaska’s a very big state.”

Given that the race alternates its route each year between the northern and southern parts of the Iditarod Trail, Gibson has been able to cover a lot of Alaskan ground this year and last. And she’s come home with plenty of stories to share — including during an induction ceremony for an honors biology club at Missouri Western State University in January.

“I didn’t know about all the volunteers that make (the Iditarod) happen. I didn’t know the dogs wear boots. I didn’t know that at every check point, the musher takes care of his or her dogs before they take care of themselves,” Dr. Mark Mills, an assistant professor in the biology department who knows Gibson through their church and invited her to speak at the ceremony, says. “The faculty and students that were present were talking about it long after the event. Her passion for her role in the Iditarod was evident.”

And if Gibson has her way, it’s a role she’ll fill for a long time — with as much enthusiasm as the dogs who drew her to it in the first place.

“The dogs love to run and love to pull sleds,” she says. “They live for it.”

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Getting wedding ready Keep last-minute preparations fun and stress-free

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n the last few weeks leading up to the big day, most of the pieces have fallen into place. The dress is ready, the venue is booked, the menu is set and (hopefully) the guests have sent back their RSVP cards. Now is the time to sit back and relax as you look forward to your future.

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There are several small ways to pamper yourself and spend quality time with friends and family before the wedding arrives. One fun idea is to arrange a fun day at a salon or spa with the mothers and bridesmaids.

“We have lots of bachelorette or bridal parties that come in on Saturdays. We let them bring drinks and food, and they just make a day of it and hang out,” says Nicole Humphrey, a stylist at Belleza Salon and Day Spa. Since weddings are all about creating memories, don’t forget to capture these moments with your bridal party. She recommends bringing cameras to any group event you attend, including a spa day, so you can have fun and make the day special.

Ms. Humphrey says this also gives brides the opportunity to get hair, makeup and nail ideas. It’s much more common now for the wedding party to do a hair or makeup trial run, so if it fits in your budget, take some time to envision how you want to appear on the wedding day. This can help avoid style pitfalls the day of if you already have a plan ahead of time.

If you and your bridesmaids are getting manicures, Ms. Humphrey says to do them about a week before, but no later. Otherwise, you might run into problems

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with chipping or the nails growing out so much they need filled. Other beauty regimens, like facials or brow waxes, should be done up to a month before so there aren’t any embarrassing skin mishaps.

“You don’t want your skin to be all red or blotchy,” she says.

If the stresses of wedding planning have made you tense, getting a massage before the big day can do wonders. However, it’s important to stay hydrated so your muscles won’t ache.

Ms. Humphrey recommends getting a massage about a week prior to the wedding. Nicole Radke, a certified hypnotherapist with Natural Pathways and a wedding planner and officiant with Natural Nuptials and Occasion Officiants, says to make sure the massage therapist knows not to give you a deep-tissue massage.

Ms. Radke thinks that along with pampering and fun activities, stress management is a key part of feeling relaxed and excited in the weeks leading up to the wedding. This involves making sure all the small details are taken care of so nothing backfires at the last minute.

“Try and eliminate as much stress on the day of, so the more things you can take care of before, the more you can actually enjoy the day, because there’s so much stress anyway,” she says. “...

Don’t sweat the small stuff, but don’t forget the small stuff either.”

Some things she tells clients to keep in mind include finalizing music selections, delegating tasks to helpers, passing out schedules so everyone knows what to do and when, paying vendors ahead of time and deciding on what the officiant will say and read. Remember that wedding licenses are valid only for 30 days, so don’t get one too early.

Break in your wedding shoes at least a week before the ceremony, if not more, so that you don’t have blisters on the dance f loor.

Although your wedding is one of the most important days of your life, sometimes the whirlwind of the event can cause unneeded anxiety. If this happens, Ms. Radke says don’t forget about why you’re doing it in the first place. Weddings are times of joy of love, so don’t let stress or illness sour the moment.

“It’s important to take care of yourself in the process, because you’re so busy taking care of everything else that you kind of forget yourself,” she says.

Make time each day to ref lect and be thankful for the upcoming event, perhaps by meditating or repeating positive affirmations to keep your spirits up. If something doesn’t go as planned

during the day of, remember that it won’t spoil the whole celebration.

“One of the big things I believe in is affirmations. ... The things that go as planned are fine, but the things that go wrong, you know, there’s only so much you can do about it. The only thing you can really control is your reaction to events,” Ms. Radke says.

She recommends this affirmation, tailor-made for anyone with wedding day jitters: “I am calm, I am in the moment, I am excited, I am beautiful and I am in love. Any fears of tomorrow are simply melting away.”

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Spring greens Kale, spinach and cabbage can dress up ordinary salads Spinach

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pring is here, leading many of us to spring cleaning, working on a beach body and revitalizing ourselves after a long, hard winter. Spring is a time of renewal, so how about renewing your energy and health with some super greens? Adding kale, spinach and cabbage into your meals can boost your energy and help you become healthier inside and out. Read on to find out more about these super greens and recipes that make these good-for-you greens delicious too.

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The dark leaves of spinach pack a powerful punch when it comes to your health. Spinach helps develop healthier skin and nails, works to control glucose levels for diabetics and is important for bone and heart health. With all of these health benefits and only coming in at about 40 calories per cup when raw, there is little to not like about spinach.

A little-known fact about spinach is that it actually is a great source of potassium. One cup of cooked spinach actually has more potassium than one cup of banana. This makes spinach a great addition to after-workout meals or snacks.

Spinach also is great for kick-starting and maintaining your metabolism and energy levels with a mix of iron and dietary magnesium.

Spinach also a helps in the beauty department, specifically hair and skin. It contains high levels of vitamin A, which helps keep hair moisturized and is an important part of skin renewal and hair growth. You also can keep your skin looking young and fresh by eating more spinach. It contains high levels of vitamin C, which helps the production of collagen.

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One of the most powerful aspects of spinach is new research showing that it may help prevent and fight cancer. Spinach contains many flavonoid compounds, antioxidants that protect your body from cancer-causing free radicals. Research has shown that a higher intake of spinach can help women prevent breast cancer.

Spinach definitely can call itself a super food with those credentials.

Sweet and Sour Spinach Salad Serves 2 2 cups raw spinach 1 granny smith apple, cut into bite-size pieces 1/4 cup chopped pecans 1/4 cup dried cranberries 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese 2 tablespoons agave Divide spinach between two bowls.

Top with apple, cranberries, pecans and cheese. Drizzle agave on top.

Cabbage

Cabbage is not only healthy but also incredibly versatile. Available in approximately 400 varieties, cabbage is great raw or cooked and is wonderful for salads, soups, stir frys and as sandwich wraps.

Cabbage is full of phytonutrients, substances that help fight and prevent diseases. Protecting your health and being delicious go hand in hand for cabbage.

Eating cabbage may reduce the risk of developing some life-altering diseases.

Red cabbage contains high levels of anthocyanin, an antioxidant that helps remove plaque from the brain that may be a factor in developing Alzheimer’s. Cabbage also protects your eyes with a high amount of beta-carotene. This eyesight savior helps against macular degeneration and cataracts. Cancer is also on the list of diseases cabbage helps prevent.

Those with a sensitive stomach prone to ulcers may find relief by adding cabbage into their diet. Cabbage gets its ulcer-fighting powers from a high glutamine content. To get the maximum effect, juice cabbage with other fruits and vegetables to make a delicious and powerful drink. Cabbage also can help you loose weight with its high nutrient content yet low calorie count; it is a perfect food staple when trying to loose a few pounds.

If you’re a fan of sauerkraut, new research has shown that this German food has great health benefits. Eating fermented foods such as sauerkraut can lower the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

It also can increase immunity through the buildup of good bacteria in the gut.

This good bacteria helps fight off colds and keeps your immune system healthier overall, so feel free to add some sauerkraut to your next hot dog or dinner.

Kale

Kale has come to the forefront of healthy eating in the past few years. But what is all the hype about? It is a cancer fighter, helps detox your body, lowers cholesterol and even has more calcium than milk, calorie for calorie. The dark, tangy leaves hold huge levels of vitamin A, vitamin K and iron that help your body run smoothly. Kale is an overall health booster but especially great for women.

We all want to keep our brain in tiptop shape, and kale can help. It is a great source of alpha-linolec acid, an omega-3 fatty acid that helps with brain health. It also is high in omega-6 fatty acids, which leads to better skin and helps fight inflammation. These two types of fatty acids can help prevent developing arthritis or joint problems. Even with these fatty acids, kale is a fat-free food.

Kale is a great for digestion, helping your heart and maintaining eyesight. It has 5 grams of fiber per serving, which aids in digestion and helps detox the body of chemicals. Kale is also a heart helper. It helps lower cholesterol, leading to a lower risk of heart disease. The lutein in kale is known to help prevent atherosclerosis, the thickening of the artery walls because of fat, cholesterol and calcium. The lutein also is very important for maintaining eyesight.

The vitamin K found in kale is a powerful vitamin for women. This vitamin is essential to bone health; it is needed to activate bone proteins that keep bones healthy and strong. Eating more kale can help ward off osteoporosis, and high levels of vitamin K have been shown to lessen the risk of hip fractures for women. Vitamin K is also a known cancer fighter. All of these factors make kale a great addition to any meal.

Kale and Cabbage Soup Serves 4 to 6 2 tablespoons olive oil 3 cups kale 1 bag cubed potatoes (12 to 16 ounces) 1/2 onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 can cream of mushroom soup 1 can red kidney beans, drained and rinsed 1 cup cabbage, chopped 1 cup cooked brown rice 2 cups vegetable stock Salt and pepper to taste Drizzle olive oil on the bottom of a large soup pot. Add kale, potatoes, onion and garlic and cook five to seven minutes over medium heat.

Add cream of mushroom soup, 1 can water, red kidney beans and cabbage. Cook for five minutes, stirring frequently.

Add brown rice and vegetable stock, and bring to a slight simmer. Cook 10 to 15 minutes, and add salt and pepper to taste.

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hours, and after a full day that was not how I wanted to spend my evening.

I have had my share of car messes and am always looking for clever ways to help keep the car a little bit more organized and clean. After my barbecue explosion, I decided I couldn’t handle any more car surprises. I began to experiment with practical ideas to help keep the car clean and organized as you are on the go.

With summer quickly approaching, road trips and family vacations will be in full swing. It’s hard enough to keep the car clean for day-to-day uses. Check out these steps to ensure you car stays organized.

way to help anyone stay on track. To keep the overwhelming amount of junk from piling up in the back seat or in the trunk, make yourself a list of what you and your kids need. This could be many different things from hand sanitizer to extra jackets kept in the car. Try not to let your kids bring their whole toy chest — have them pick their favorite toy of the day. It might be hard to come up with an instant list of things you need in your car, so keep a notepad handy and jot down what you need as things come to you.

fore we can even think about leaving the house: diaper bags, cups, blankets, toys, purse, Tylenol. You are bound to forget something. Making checklists is an easy

I may need on a daily basis — Kleenexes, napkins, baby wipes, hand sanitizer, that kind of thing,” she says. “That way I know I have it, and I know exactly where

everal months ago I woke up running late, put my hair up, threw my kids in the car and we were off! It was a Starbucks necessity kind of day. My kids were starving, so we went through the drive-thru first thing to Designated bins Without bins it will be very hard to keep make sure their bellies were your car organized and clean. There is no full. When I went to pass out Start fresh way out of messes because chances are your the food, the next thing I knew I Emptying your car out is the first thing kids eat in the car and track a little mud had barbecue sauce all over my that needs to be done to get your car per- here and there. Accidents happen, right? fectly organized and clean. Don’t hesitate; Without the essentials in your car it’s nearly hand. What! How did that even take everything out, vacuum and clean impossible to clean up those accidents, and the little details in your car. This step the longer you wait, the harder messes are happen? So here I am driving isn’t necessarily done in a breeze so it can to clean. There are many different styles down the Belt with screaming seem like a long project. But since cars and organizational containers you can find that best fit the vehicle you have. seem to be a mom’s second home, it dekids, scrounging for a napkin Elizabeth Heronemus is a St. Joesph serves the needed attention. Who doesn’t that the fast-food restaurant mom of three and a super car organizer. love the look (and smell) of a new car?

Here’s her tip. forgot to give me. It was not the “I have a small plastic bin that fits unMake a checklist best start to my day. der my center console. I keep things that There are so many things we need be-

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it is. These items meet the everyday needs.”

There are many places to store things: behind the seat, totes in the trunk or a folder in your glove box. Whether you need hand sanitizer or your car paperwork, having a specific spot for each item is important so you know exactly where everything is.

Heronemus adds, “I also enlist the help of my kids each day. They know when they leave the car, they need to bring all of their belongings in. It’s something they’ve done from a very early age, so its now a habit for them.”

Get a trash can

I wish I could say this goes without saying, but car trash accumulates very easily and doesn’t get taken out enough.

If I would have remembered the barbecue sauce from the night before, I would not have gotten myself into such a sticky mess. If you don’t do any other tip, do this. Here are a couple ideas on what you can make as your trash can.

Plastic sacks: They are free and can be easily stored in the glove box.

Cereal containers: What makes this so great is they have a lid and are reusable (keep plastic sack or small trash bag in cereal container).

DIY bag: Making a bag yourself is fun, cheap and it also can be turned into a project for the kids. You can use this cloth bag to collect the miscellaneous items at the end of your day or you can line it with a plastic bag and use it for a trash can. It’s adorable and handy. This bag fits perfectly over the arm rests but when the bag isn’t in use you can fold it and put it in the glove box to get it out of the way.

See the tutorial at the end of the article on how to make your own bag. When you have a trash can in your car, be sure to change the trash weekly, if not daily. It doesn’t take very long for cars to get that stale smell.

Cleaning basics

It is convenient when you keep some basic cleaning supplies in your car. You won’t realize you need them until you are in the middle of a mess and you have to make a pit stop for some paper towels or wipes. Again, having a small bin in the back of the car with these essentials is helpful.

Tracy Lindley is another mom of three living in St. Joesph, and she has instilled in her little ones to hand her all their trash when they are done. Even if you have very small children they can still begin to learn.

“Baby wipes! Never go anywhere without them,” Lindley says. “They are Kleenexes, Armor-all cloths, a hand-washing station, bodily fluid removal kit and a myriad of all kinds of useful things all in one. Always keep them somewhere in your vehicle. You’ll be glad you did, especially if you let your kids eat

ice cream on a hot day.”

Say goodbye to the clutter

Once you have made up your mind that you are not going to keep cluttering your car then it really isn’t a project to dread.

If you don’t have any bins laying around the house, then run to the local dollar store and pick one up. This doesn’t have to be a costly project. Schedule a time for yourself to clean out the car in detail every few weeks. Don’t just say you will clean it out, actually set a time.

So say goodbye to all the messes and the sticky lollipops you fight on the floorboards. Keeping up on car maintenance daily is the most important thing to remember. Once you have achieved the daily maintenance this will seem like a piece of cake. You know that awful feeling you get when someone unexpectedly asks for a ride? Now you can gladly let them into your nice, tidy, fresh-smelling car.

DIY trash can/clutter bag collector tutorial

There are a couple of ways you can make this bag. You can hot-glue the ribbon on the bag anywhere you want. Or if you choose, you can turn this into an art project for your children and have them doodle all over the bag. If you choose the second option, they might enjoy their new artwork so much that tossing their trash or collecting their random items in the clutter bag won’t be so bad after all.

Here’s what you need: ■ Tan craft bag ■ Ribbon of your choice ■ Hot glue (if you choose to use ribbon) ■ Fabric markers ■ If you choose to use plastic sacks in your bag, clothes pins help keep it up

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On bossy women Eliminating the word won’t change the problem

ALONZO WESTON has been a columnist and reporter for the St. Joseph News-Press for more than 20 years. He and his wife, Deanna, have two children and a dog. The St. Joseph native is also a sports junkie who doesn’t pick up after himself. If you’d like to suggest an idea for this column, contact Alonzo at alonzo.weston@ newspressnow.com.

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Lucy Van Pelt was ever allowed to grow up, she’d become a bossy woman. The “Peanuts” character known for her bullying, cynical nature would probably be the CEO of a Fortune 500 company now.

Her experience in pulling the football away before Charlie Brown can kick it shows she has the assertive/ aggressive nature to compete at that level.

Lucy is more ruthless than any of the other characters in the comic strip. Her only weakness is an infatuation with a piano player.

As a child, Lucy is an endearing cartoon character. It’s when she grows up that her assertiveness and leadership skills get her labeled a bossy woman. Bossy is now being considered a derogatory term for women.

Sheryl Sandberg, a Facebook CEO, and her “Lean In” organization are working in partnership with the Girl Scouts of America to ban the word “bossy.” Their belief is that the word hinders women in the workplace.

And where assertiveness is viewed as an admirable trait in a man, it’s a less respected trait in a woman.

“Lean In” is an organization that supports women in pursing their ambitions. The goal of the organization is to empower women to be more confident in the workplace and also to provide a community of support for them.

The organization is based on Sandberg’s popular book “Lean In: Women, Work and the Will to Lead.”

The book explores the causes that keep women from reaching their full potential. One of the ways the author believes will help do that is to elimi-

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nate the word “bossy.”

Now bossy is not like a racial slur where there’s no doubt about its definition and intent. Bossy could be anything from a cow to someone who is overbearing. Women already have enough derogatory terms to deal with, so why seek out another one to be offended about?

I see bossy as anyone, man or woman, who is in over his or her head in an authoritative capacity. It’s a person who substitutes dictatorship for true leadership. True leaders aren’t bossy.

I’ve personally never had an issue with women in leadership roles. I was raised in a house run by my grandmother. She paid the bills. She made the rules. And she was never seen as bossy, but a woman in charge.

That is why I know there are women who are capable of being good leaders. I saw single women in my neighborhood raise their families and run their households.

My grade-school teachers were women. I never considered them bossy, just authoritative. It was their job to be in charge.

I’ve worked with plenty of women, too, and I’ve never had a problem working with them as long as they can do the job. It’s the same requirement I ask of men.

What I don’t like is the forced equality like when you were in school and had to choose girls to play on your team. You couldn’t play as hard or you had to slow the game down for them in most cases. That rule should not apply in the workplace.

By that same token, if a woman is doing the same job as a man, and doing it well, she should be paid and rewarded equally. And she shouldn’t have to be bossy or assertive to be treated equally. It should just be accepted like with any of her male colleagues.

That doesn’t take eliminating a useful word from our lexicon. It has more to do with fairness and common sense.

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Getting real

Warmer

temperatures mean less clothing, and as we enter the summer months, I must hit the sales racks in search of the perfect shorts. Buying “half-pants” is not something I take lightly, because they are not just trousers made from less material so my knees, calves and ankles can be cooler. They are a fashion statement, and you need to do your homework before you purchase.

There are Daisy Dukes, named after a female character in “The Dukes of Hazard” who wore very short denim cutoffs. These tiny britches were popular when I was in high school, and like all the other girls, I cut mine up to the inseam. Those shorts not only made my legs look amazing, they gave me great posture because if I slouched, I “quarter mooned” the person behind me. I retired my dukes years ago, and these days I have underwear longer than my shorts were back then. In my defense, I do have a lot more “me” to cover than I used to.

I also went through the “biker shorts” phase. Those stretchy, spandex shorts were great as a summer garment because they also served as a girdle. Not only did they stop your jiggles, they provided an additional perk for chubby girls with fat thighs because the legs didn’t roll up while you were walking, causing you to do the dreaded “stop, squat, pull pant leg from crotch, resume walking” move, or as I call it, “removing a front wedgie.”

I highly suggest when buying shorts, first try them on, then take a seat and see if they fit right. I can’t tell you how many times I went out with friends while I was wearing a new pair of shorts, and after a

lengthy period of sitting, I went to stand up and my legs were asleep because my shorts were too tight around my thighs. It is unsettling when you notice your feet are tingly because the hems of your shorts have unknowingly become tourniquets.

Skinny girls have the opposite issue with their shorts (or so they tell me). They have to be concerned with leg holes that are too big. All of that extra space between a thigh and denim is like the entrance to a cave, and there are creepy “spelunkers” out there who try and peek into the darkness to see what treasures they may find.

Longer shorts have recently become fashionable for women. I haven’t completely jumped on board with this trend because in my mind only lady golfers wear shorts down to their knees. Even though I swing golf clubs on a golf course, I don’t want to wear the wrong clothes and give people the impression I am some type of athlete.

Men have their own set of issues when it comes to wearing shorts.

For instance, if you are a male, unless you are dressing up for a 1980s-themed basketball party, you should never ever wear shorty shorts.

We should not be able to tell whether you are circumcised or not by the length of your shorts.

Men also should be very careful of an elastic waistband on their shorts.

If you take off running with keys, wallet and a cell phone in your pocket, you can expect the g-force to pull the stretchy band over the hips, and before you know it, you have exposed your gluteus maximus. This is either a common occurrence or I have a lot of friends who think it is funny to moon me and take off running.

Picking out shorts may take some consideration, but for me it is a necessary task when you consider I smell like a buffalo when I sweat.

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The long and short of it Buying summer clothes requires some thought STACEY MOLLUS is a family-loving, fun-seeking, glitter-covered, chocolate-consuming humor columnist and author. She would love to hear from you, so e-mail her at queenofchocolates @live.com or find her on Facebook at “Stacey Jensen Mollus.”

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Meal time

Taste of Texas My first job after graduation from KU Med was in Houston. I loved living in Texas — exciting times in the cardiology field. I lived in Houston, then Galveston, married a Texan from Tyler and spent two months in El Paso.

My husband was a UT graduate, the ever-present University of Texas football games bordering on obsession. I knew I was in a different state when driving to Austin for a football game. I passed a top-down Mustang convertible with a real live mustang in the back seat!

It was an eye opener for me in the food realm. East Texas is almost southern, Houston and Galveston more seafood and Greek, and El Paso wild west! But Tex-Mex rules everywhere. In Houston, I had Rotel tomatoes with chilies in Velveeta for the first time. (I still think that is the only combination that works.) My in-laws used to mail the Rotel to us in Washington State before it became nationally popular.

One of my favorite Tex-Mex dishes common to the entire state is Migas, and every Texan has his or her own version.

There are different interpretations in both Spain and Mexico, but Tex-Mex Migas are nothing without eggs; they don’t come any other way.

Migas (Tyler, Texas, style) 8 eggs 1/4 cup milk 1/3 cup peanut oil 4 corn tortillas cut into strips 1/2 onion, diced 4 jalapeno peppers diced 1 cup shredded cheese (I use Longhorn cheddar) 1 to 2 cups salsa Bunch of chopped cilantro Salt and pepper to taste In a bowl, whisk eggs and milk together with a dash of salt and pepper. In a large skillet (I use an iron one), heat oil on medium high, cook tortilla strips for about three minutes and drain on paper towels.

Add onions and jalapenos to the pan, cook for a few minutes, add egg mixture and tortilla strips to pan, cook for a couple of minutes. Salt and pepper to taste.

Sprinkle cheese on top, continue to cook until melted. Top eggs with salsa and cilantro. Serve with refried beans and flour tortillas.

This is an easy “go along” corn bread. Omit the jalapeno if spicy is not your thing.

Tex-Mex Corn Bread 1 cup yellow cornmeal 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 (8½-ounce) can creamed corn 1 can chopped green chilies 1 jalapeno chili, seeded and minced 1/2 cup sour cream 1/4 cup vegetable oil 2 eggs, lightly beaten 1½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease an 8-inch square baking pan.

In a large bowl, combine cornmeal, baking powder and salt and mix well. Add corn, chilies, jalapeno pepper, sour cream, oil, eggs and one cup of cheese. Mix evenly. Pour into pan and sprinkle remaining cheese on top.

Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until bread is set in center and golden brown on top.

With countless versions, this is another casual dish popular all over the state.

Use it as a dipping sauce for tortilla chips, or serve with grilled steaks or chicken. Use this base recipe as a jumping off point to create your favorite type.

Texas Caviar 1 can black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed 1 4-ounce can chopped black olives 1/2 green bell pepper, finely chopped 1/2 red bell pepper, finely chopped 4 scallions (use part of green) finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 1/4 cup minced pickled jalapeno peppers 1 teaspoon ground cumin 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro 1 tablespoon cider vinegar 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons olive oil Combine all ingredients, mix well, cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

LONNIE GANDARA TAYLOR is a St. Joseph native who has returned home after a prestigious career in the culinary field. She taught cooking classes in the San Francisco Bay area for years and was a professional assistant to Julia Child, James Beard, Martha Stewart, Simone Beck and Martin Yan, among others. She is a graduate of the Paris Cordon Bleu, the Academie du Vin in Paris and the first culinary class held in the Oriental hotel in Bangkok, as well as being the author of five cookbooks.

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Pregnancy is a time when many women take a closer look at their health, not just for themselves but for the well-being of their baby. It is easy to get overwhelmed by the magnitude of recommendations provided by family members, friends, books and websites.

Sometimes choosing the right things to eat, drink, do and not do seems downright impossible. While some suggestions may be well-intentioned and others a bit far-fetched, regular physical activity during pregnancy is one “to do� that applies to nearly every mother-to-be.

Exercise, whether continuing a current program or starting one for the first time, has numerous health benefits. Daily physical activity can help manage blood pressure, keep blood sugar in check and ensure that weight gain stays within a healthy range. Additionally, exercise is an excellent way to manage stress and has been shown to decrease rates of depression and anxiety. For those just starting out, a walking program is a perfect way to safely increase your fitness level with minimal risk.

Start with just 10 to 15 minutes at a time, three to four days a week. Try adding just one to two minutes each week. Swimming or water aerobics is another great way to incorporate cardiovascular exercise into a fitness program. Due to the natural buoyancy in the water, many pregnant women find that being in the pool is more comfortable than walking or performing exercises on land.

Resistance exercises are another way to maintain muscular strength and muscle tone throughout pregnancy. The key to beginning or continuing a resistance program during pregnancy is focusing on maintenance of correct form throughout exercises rather than achieving a certain number of repetitions or amount of weight. Performing every exercise correctly and controlled

not only reduces the risk of injury but also engages important postural muscles responsible for keeping joints in alignment, the core stable and the body balanced. Use of resistance bands and light dumbbells for upper-body strengthening allows for gradual progression of resistance. For lower-body strengthening, most body weight exercises, such as squats, lunges and step exercises, are safe to perform and easy to modify for pregnancy. If you have never participated in a resistance or weight-training program, a physical therapist or a trainer with specific training in prenatal exercise can help direct you to appropriate exercises, weights and modifications as pregnancy progresses.

Postural exercises and stretches also are important to incorporate into any fitness program, especially for expectant mothers. Focusing on postural control throughout the day can help decrease low back pain, particularly as body shape and posture changes.

A standing pelvic tilt is an excellent exercise for the low back that also encourages engagement of the abdominal muscles. Other gentle stretches, as well as prenatal yoga, not only help relieve tight muscles that often result from the many pregnancy-related postural changes, but also are excellent relaxation techniques.

Just as with starting any other exercise program, it is important to check with your doctor to make sure that increasing activity is safe. While many women are able to continue their level of exercise throughout their pregnancy, it is important to recognize signs of overdoing activity such as pain, unusual discomfort or extreme fatigue or exhaustion. Being mindful of hot temperatures, maintaining good hydration and making sure that activity is balanced with appropriate rest are all keys to ensuring that both you and your baby are staying safe and healthy. While it is not always easy to keep exercise a priority, making regular physical activity a habit will most certainly pay off for moms-to-be both during and after pregnancy.

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Exercising for two

Staying fit and active during pregnancy DR. MAUREEN HOLTZ has been a physical therapist with Performance Plus Rehabilitation Center since May 2012.

She is a St. Joseph native and a graduate of the University of Missouri’s Doctor of Physical Therapy program. While she has experience with pediatric and inpatient physical therapy, she enjoys the setting and challenges of outpatient orthopedic physical therapy. Dr. Holtz is particularly interested in the treatment of adolescent athletes, pregnant and postpartum women and transitioning patients from physical therapy to fitness and wellness programs. She also has written and produced ongoing quarterly newsletters for both patients and physicians in the St. Joseph area. In her free time, she enjoys running and weight training, as well as spending time with her husband and two sons.

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