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t 19, attending college and active in the Civil Rights movement, Margaret Henningsen recalled a visit with her grandmother. “She asked me what I was studying in college. I told her anthropology was one of my favorite classes,” she remembered.

Henningsen explained that she was learning how human beings evolved. “My grandmother just looked at me with her arms folded across her chest and said, ‘God created all of us.’” With the hubris typical of someone her age, Henningsen replied, “I don’t believe in God. If there was a God, why isn’t He doing more for people in this struggle?” Without a moment’s pause, her grandmother replied, “That’s why He put you here.” At the time, Henningsen had no idea how prophetic her

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parity issues for women and girls. The Women’s Fund focuses on economic empowerment, leadership and education as the key areas to spur social change through grant support.”

Henningsen’s path to where she is today has been mix of primrose and pitfalls -- all of which have prepared her for the job. Active in community service from a young age, she took over the Head Start program at the Northcott Neighborhood House at 20 years old. “I eventually became the administrator for the Head Start program for the entire county. I was the youngest Head Start program administrator in the country,” Henningsen said.

Wanting to spend more time with her baby daughter -- Maya Joy is now 35years-old -- Henningsen decided on a

being discriminated against in the real estate market and with lending institutions.”

Working for the former Wauwatosa Realty, Henningsen began conducting classes for agents on the laws concerning racial discrimination -or ‘red lining’ in the real estate market.

Henningsen remembered Mayor John Norquist being embarrassed by Milwaukee’s national reputation for institutionalized discrimination. “I did a television interview with Melanie Wilson on how Black professionals were being denied mortgages. I remembered saying, ‘I wish there would be a bank out there that understood the market they were overlooking.’” As luck would have it, someone was listening: Soon Henningsen was hired at Republic Capital Bank to help tap into an underserved market.

“We have an excellent board. We are always looking at who we are and what we want to do.

It’s always about social change.”

grandmother’s words would be.

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career change and earned her real estate license. “I decided to be a capitalist,” she said with a laugh. Although it wasn’t long before she saw inequities she could not ignore. “I saw firsthand how women and people of color were

“Sometimes, in order to do something, you have to be on the inside to make a change,” Henningsen said.

During her time at Republic Capital, she worked with more than 1,700 people and closed more than 1,000 loans, mostly for women and minori-

“I want to continue making Milwaukee a better place to live. I also want women and girls to be prepared to take my place and continue this work when it’s time.”

ties. She continued to do outreach and conduct financial management classes; and at the age 50, she decided to start her own bank.

With two women partners, Henningsen started Legacy Bank. After the group raised $7.5 million in capital, they opened the community commercial bank in 1999. “Moments after we unlocked the doors, in walked our first customer -- my father.” Henningsen said Legacy Bank, located on Fond du Lac Avenue, was the fastest growing bank in the country. “It was the first commercial bank in Wisconsin chartered and run by women.”

Legacy Bank survived 12 years.

But before the FDIC closed its doors in March 2011 due to depleted reserves, the bank made “hundreds of loans to women and minorities and set up accounts for unbanked people in the community,” Henningsen said.

With the bank closure, Henningsen was looking for her next opportunity to make a change in the name of social justice. In less than six months, the Women’s Fund approached her to apply for the recently vacated executive director’s position. She was resistant. “I needed time to heal; but deep down I wanted the job. I loved the Women’s Fund. It’s a small foundation with a large impact. It was my dream job -- justice for women and girls has been at the forefront of what I’ve always done.”

In August 2011, Henningsen became its executive director.

The Cientificas are from left to right, Dayan Alanis, Crysta Campos, Noelia Gramajo and Yarimar Borjes.

These girls are in the Womens’s Fund social change grants program called Cientificas de Milwaukee STEM program. They are pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering and math. “We now have 55 girls participating. This photo was taken back in February when I visited the program and was interviewed by the girls for their school radio program.” Henningsen pictured to the left.

The Women’s Fund wants to be a resource for non-profits to tell their stories, Henningsen said. “We’ve made progress. However, I felt like women and girls were losing ground when I took this job. We need to focus on social change not services.”

There is ground to cover. In Wisconsin, men are 2.5 times more likely to be in STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) occupations than women. Women in the U.S. Congress have reached an all-time high; however, women will not hold an equal share of seats until 2117, if trends continue at the current rate.

“Our first round of grants in 1989 totaled $10,000. Today, our grant funding exceeds $3 million in support of women and girls-led social change initiatives,” she said. “Economic parity in social change is crucial.”

Millennial women are more likely than their male counterparts to have a bachelor’s degree or higher, yet Millennial women have a lower earning rate than men in all but one state, and have higher rates of poverty than Millennial men in every state in the nation.

There is the challenge of fundraising too. “We all face the issue of what to do with the money we raise; and people think differently about philanthropy since the economic downturn.

There is more need than there are resources.”

The Women’s Fund grants more than $100,000 a year to a diverse scope of organizations in the realm of economic empowerment, leadership and

education. “We have an excellent board. We are always looking at who we are and what we want to do. It’s always about social change.”

Some organizations receiving grant money from the Women’s Fund: l The Benedict Center has a multiyear project designed to create, maintain and expand policies and practices that decriminalize prostitution.

A criminal record stops women from entering the economic mainstream with the denial of employment. l The Renaissance Theaterworks’ initiative is developing and advancing the work of female playwrights while raising awareness of gender inequality in professional theatre – a multi-billion dollar industry where women are practically nonexistent. l Hayes Bilingual is a Milwaukee Public School with a Cientificas de Milwaukee program. It’s the only extracurricular program that offers bilingual STEM education to elementary and middle school-aged girls in the Milwaukee area and raises awareness of the disparities apparent in the higher education pipeline, particularly in STEM fields.

Henningsen keeps moving forward. “I want to continue making Milwaukee a better place to live. I also want women and girls to be prepared to take my place and continue this work when it’s time.”

Her grandmother would be proud. l

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The Women’s Fund is committed to creating lasting social change in three priority areas: Economic empowerment, education and leadership. We are changing the way women and girls think of themselves. They have the right to be in a financially sound position, to pursue their education and be educated about the issues facing them, and definitely be the social change leaders in our community.

We measure and evaluate what we are accomplishing through the five social change shifts: Shifts in definition: The issue is defined differently in the community, Shifts in behavior: People behave indifferently in the community, Shifts in engagement: People in the community are more engaged in the issue, Shifts in policy: An institutional, organizational, or legislative policy or practice has changed. Maintaining or holding the line: Earlier progress on the issue has been maintained in the face of opposition.

Some of our significant successes related to those shifts: An initiative working towards decriminalizing prostitution that has become a national model; an initiative significantly reducing the pregnancy rate among African American teen age girls; engaging over fifty Hispanic girls in a STEM program encouraging them to pursue careers in STEM related fields; working towards increasing the number of women playwrights who are almost nonexistent in a multibillion dollar industry; supporting an arts education program that teaches young women how to use the arts for social change; developing over one hundred women leaders who are engaged in changing public policy around wage parity, immigration and gender equity.

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The United Way offers an opportunity for you to direct your giving through the UNITED WAY DONOR’S CHOICE PROGRAM. On your Annual Campaign Pledge Form when you get to Section 3 Make Your Gift l Put a check mark in the box next to direct my gift to the following agency l On the code line put in our code of 88533 and our name Women’s Fund of Greater Milwaukee l On the address line: 316 N Milwaukee Street, #215, Milwaukee, WI 53202

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BREAST CANCER,

Much Good News but Controversies Remain

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BY DAVID LIPSCHITZ

reast cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer deaths in women (after lung cancer). In 2014, 232,000 cases of breast cancer were diagnosed. After five years, 89.5 percent will be alive; the majority being cured. As the population at risk for breast cancer increases, results must be expressed per 100,000 women. In 2005, a total of 211,000 women were diagnosed with breast cancer (141 per 100,000 women) compared to 232,00 (124/100,00) in 2014. Although the number of deaths have stayed about the same, corrected for the increased population, there has been a 34 percent reduction in those who die from the disease.

The decrease in incidence and better survival of breast cancer between 2005 and today is thought to be related to less use of hormone replacement therapy, increased screening and early detection as well as better therapy.

The vast majority of cancers diagnosed is early stage, very small in size and has not spread to the lymph nodes.

These cancers are usually treated by removing the breast lump followed by either radiotherapy or relatively nontoxic therapy with medications such as Tamoxifen that reduce risk of recurrence.

As awareness of breast cancer has increased, more physicians and their patients are electing to have one or both breasts removed in the hope of increasing the chance of a cure. The number of women having a mastectomy for the earliest stage breast cancer increased by 34 percent between 2003 and 2011. And for the so-called “in situ” cancer that has a 100-percent cure rate, mastectomy increased by 200 percent during the

same timeframe. Bilateral mastectomy rates for tiny breast cancers increased from 5.4 percent in 1998 to 29.7 percent in 2011. And reconstructive surgery rates increased from 11.6 percent to 34.6 percent in 2011. Many believe that remarkable improvements in breast reconstruction that include nipple sparing procedures account for the trend toward more mastectomies.

A study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association by researchers from California followed 189,000 newly diagnosed breast cancer patients over at least seven years and found that single or double mastectomy in patients with early-stage breast cancer did not improve survival compared to those who merely had a lumpectomy.

There are certain high-risk patients with strong family history and genetic abnormalities associated with breast cancer in which bilateral mastectomy is warranted. But all others should be aware of the lack of benefit, the added BREAST CANCER continued on PAGE 10

Specialty Team Helps Pioneer Innovative Treatments in Breast Cancer “One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer during her lifetime,” said Adam Currey, MD, radiation oncologist with Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin Breast Care Center. “Receiving comprehensive, state-of-the-art care from a team that truly focuses on breast cancer patients makes all the difference “Most of our doctors treat breast DR. ADAM CURREY cancer exclusively – or it comprises the vast majority of their practice,” Dr. Currey said.

“That’s true among our surgical oncologists, plastic surgeons, radiation oncologists, medical oncologists, radiologists and pathologists. Team members, including nurses and other clinicians, work together to help patients get their lives back to normal.”

This specialty focus allows the Breast Cancer Program to offer unique treatments. “Our Breast Cancer Program was a leader in developing a radiation technique called prone breast radiotherapy,” Dr. Currey said. “Patients are positioned on the stomach during treatment. Gravity pulls the breast away from the chest wall, helping minimize radiation to critical organs like the heart and lungs.”

Reconstruction innovations also help patients transition from treatment to survivorship. “A technique called DIEP flap reconstruction uses a patient’s own tissue to re-

construct the breast,” Dr. Currey said. “It leaves the muscle intact, lessening recovery time and providing a more natural result.”

Research is important for advancing care. “The most exciting aspect of our research arm involves participation in national clinical trials,” Dr. Currey said. “These large trials raise the bar on standard-of-care treatment, resulting in advances in the science of breast cancer treatment.”

Clinical trials can be an option for patients whose cancers are complex or advanced. Trials such as examining new chemotherapy regimens tailored to a tumor’s molecular profile; vaccines that may decrease recurrence; radiation therapy that could minimize side effects while improving effectiveness; and a role for surgery in patients for whom it was not previously considered helpful.

While research efforts advance treatment nationally, the Breast Cancer Program team is making a difference locally. Community outreach to educate women about breast cancer is a key initiative, because the disease is generally curable when detected early. Mammograms for women over 40, or those who have a family history of breast cancer, are critical for early detection.

“The goal of Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin’s Breast Cancer Program,” said Dr. Currey, “is to help all women take steps to ensure their breast health and make informed decisions about managing their risk factors by educating and connecting women with resources to offer life-saving care.”

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Every Woman Deserves 3D Mammography.

When a revolutionary technology is discovered, we believe everyone should have access to it.

That’s why Columbia St. Mary’s is the only hospital in the area offering 3D Mammography for every mammogram.

It’s 41% more effective in the detection of invasive breast cancers, and detection at its earliest stages is when it’s most treatable.

It’s a new dimension of care for women. And something women of every generation deserve.

To make an appointment, call 414-326-1800, or visit columbia-stmarys.org.

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Example of 2D image (left) and 3D image (right), showing increased diagnostic ability.

Your best shot at beating breast cancer is your first shot.

Academic medicine offers the expertise to correctly detect, diagnose and treat your specific breast cancer, the first time.

Breast cancer comes in many shapes and sizes so early detection and proper diagnosis are crucial for better outcomes.

Which is why Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin uses highly sophisticated technology, like digital mammography, to screen and find breast cancer in its earliest stages. We offer the latest in breakthrough research, like genetic testing and tumor profiling, as well as innovative treatment options, including advanced reconstruction. Our renowned cancer specialists have disease-specific expertise, meaning they’ve dedicated their careers to detecting, diagnosing and treating every type of cancer, and work as a team to help determine which course of treatment is right for you.

While others try to do what they can, our breast cancer specialists try to do everything possible.

That’s the difference academic medicine can make.

Find a breast cancer specialist in a location near you at froedtert.com or call 1-866-680-0505.

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cost and the potential of side effects before electing to undergo this major surgical procedure.

With improvements in lumpectomy, radiation, chemotherapy and medications that help reduce recurrence, breast cancer survival is improving and even those with widespread disease are living much longer. When mammograms were first introduced and therapy was less effective, appropriate screening and early detection was a true-life saver. But in recent years, and thanks to better therapy, the value of mammography is diminishing.

There is still much controversy about mammograms. The United States Preventative Health Service Task

Force recommends screening mammograms every two years from age 50 to age 70 unless a woman is at high risk of cancer. Most European countries favor every three years. Many breast cancer specialists and the American Cancer Society favor annual mammograms from age 40 and as long as an older person remains healthy.

Now comes a study from Canadian researchers who followed 90,000 women ages 40 to 59 for 25 years from 1980 onwards. Half the women had screening mammograms annually for five years, and the other half did not. Over the entire period of study, 3250 cancers were diagnosed in the mammography group compared to 3133 in those who did not have mammograms. Over the

25-year period, mortality from breast cancer was identical in both groups.

This provides more proof that frequent screening mammograms with their associated risk of more procedures and biopsies may indeed cause much harm.

Much remains controversial about how breast cancer should be diagnosed and managed. This emphasizes the importance of every woman receiving fair and balanced information about the pros and cons of screening and treatment. Equipped with this knowledge, a patient will have the necessary tools to have an educated discussion with her doctor about how to approach breast cancer screening and treatment. l

Today’s innovative breast cancer treatments - under one roof.

Breast reconstruction, lymph node transfer surgery, chemotherapy, targeted therapies and more. They are available at Cancer Treatment Centers of America® (CTCA) in suburban Chicago.

With the extensive therapies and technologies available to fight breast cancer today, understanding each of the options is an important first step, as well as finding the right doctors who focus on treating the disease. “We deal with cancer every day, and that’s all we deal with. I think that’s reflected in our center of excellence recognition,” said Dr. Dennis Citrin, MD, PhD. “Our patients can be confident they’re getting state-of-the-art care.”

Comprehensive treatment options and clinical innovations help CTCA® offer patients multiple defenses against breast cancer. According to Dr. Citrin, the care patients receive goes well beyond the conventional treatment options. Patients are surrounded by an integrative care team that creates a truly comprehensive treatment plan. Working together with the patient, the plan may include nutritional support, naturopathic medicine, mindbody therapy, pain management, spiritual support and other essential strength-building therapies to help them maintain quality of life throughout treatment.

For some, lymphedema can be a painful side effect of breast cancer treatment. Lymphedema is a condition in which fluid is retained and causes swelling, often in the arms or legs. Karin developed it in her left arm and hoped physical therapy would provide relief, but it wasn’t working for her. Then she learned about the lymph node transfer microsurgical procedure at CTCA, one of the few hospitals in the Midwest currently offering the surgery.

“There are two procedures currently available to help patients manage the symptoms that accompany lymphedema,” said Dr. Daniel Liu, MD, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon. “Specifically for Karin, we were able to transfer healthy lymph nodes from one part of the body to the affected area where the lymphedema was present.” Her doctors were able to perform the lymph node transfer during her breast reconstruction surgery and, afterwards, Karin immediately felt the difference. “I don’t have the 10 | WISCONSIN WOMAN October 2015

pain, the swelling is way down and I’m back to my normal routine,” said Karin. “From start to finish, I had one team at CTCA which led the charge against my breast cancer and lymphedema. I really love that.”

Cancer Treatment Centers of America in suburban Chicago brings innovative treatment options and personalized care to patients, and we’re proud to be the only hospital in Illinois recognized as a Certified Quality Breast Center of Excellence™.* No case is typical. You should not expect to experience these results. * Source: National Quality Measures for Breast CentersTM, Certified Quality Breast Center of ExcellenceTM, Recertified January, 2015

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LIVING WELL | Sue Ann Says:

Vaccines You Need This Year and In Your Lifetime

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s the green shade of summer slips into the burnt orange of fall, the media will begin reporting on the importance of the influenza vaccine. But other than an influenza vaccine, what important vaccines do you need to talk to your doctor about this year? Epidemiologist Stephanie Schauer from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services provided her expertise of contagious diseases and the vaccines that can prevent them.

THE FLU (INFLUENZA) VACCINE

“The CDC recommends a flu (influenza) vaccine for any person age 6 months or older every year,” said Schauer.

“Fewer than 50% of adults receive a flu vaccine. The Flu is very serious, especially for adults with high risk medical conditions. It’s important to keep the community healthy, too!”

Influenza complications include pneumonia, sinus infections, ear infections, muscle inflammation, inflammation of the heart or inflammation of the sac that surrounds the heart.

“The flu vaccine can be given any time during pregnancy. Pregnant women with influenza have more complications such as pre-term delivery and a 4x increase in hospitalizations than the average woman. The increased risk of complications is due to the changes in the woman’s body due to the pregnancy,” explained Schauer. “Women who are pregnant should not have the nasal spray for influenza, but the vaccine.”

THE TDAP VACCINE

The Tdap vaccine protects women from tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis, also known as whooping cough. “The optimal time for the Tdap for a pregnant woman is at 27-36 weeks of gestation. The pregnant mother should have the Tdap during every pregnancy. This gives the mother and the infant the protection they both need to fight these infectious diseases.

Whooping cough in a newborn is very serious,” stressed Schauer. “One shot protects two people!”

Whooping cough can be spread by a cough or a sneeze; therefore, it is vital that grandparents, family and friends that would be around the infant have the Tdap vaccine also. A Tdap vaccine is given only one time, but an adult may receive a TD booster.

THE PNEUMONIA VACCINE

Pneumonia is an infection that causes inflammation in the lungs. It can be extremely serious for young infants and children, the elderly and people with compromised immune systems. “The pneumonia vaccine is routinely recommended for adults, including women, age 65 and older,” noted Schauer. There are two vaccines, the conjugate and the polysaccharide. Your medical provider can determine the order in

which the vaccines will be given to you based on any previous pneumonia vaccines you may have received and your underlying health conditions.

THE SHINGLES VACCINE

“Shingles is caused by a reactivation of the chicken pox virus,” explained Schauer. The virus has been dormant in a person who previously had chicken pox and the aging process can cause reactivation of this virus. “Fifty percent of the people who had chicken pox up until they reach the age 85 are likely to develop shingles.”

Shingles is very painful. It can cause complications such as post herpetic neuralgia, which is severe nerve pain in the shingles outbreak area that can last up to a year. “If shingles is on one side of the face, the infection can travel up to the eye and cause damage to the nerve of that eye, causing loss of sight,” said Schauer. One dose at age 60 or over is all that is needed for shingles.

THE MMR VACCINE

Adults born after the year 1957 should have the MMR vaccine. This vaccine will protect someone from measles, mumps and rubella (German measles). “People born before 1957 should have immunity as these diseases were a common occurrence at that time. Women who are pregnant and did not have the vaccine cannot be vaccinated while pregnant because the vaccination has the live virus in it. A woman planning on a future pregnancy should have an MMR vaccine or her health care provider will complete an antibody test to prove that the woman has immunity,” said Schauer.

THE HPV VACCINE

The human papillomavirus (HPV) is a group made up of more than 150 related viruses. HPV is transmitted through sexual contact when one of the partners already has the virus. “Females ages 11 to 12 up to the age of 26 can be given the vaccine. It helps protect against many types of gynecologic cancers. The vaccine consists of 3 doses over a 6 month time period. l Because it all begins with a healthy woman…

Sue Ann Thompson is founder and president of the Wisconsin Women’s Health Foundation (WWHF), a statewide non-profit organization whose mission is to help Wisconsin women and their families reach their healthiest potential.

WWHF provides programs and conducts forums that focus on education, prevention, and early detection; connects individuals to health resources; produces and distributes the most up-to-date health education and resource materials; and, awards grants and scholarships to women health researchers and related community non-profits. To learn more, visit wwhf.org or call 1-800-448-5148.

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LIFESTYLE | Annie’s Mailbox

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BY KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR

Dear Annie:

After five years of dating, my fiance and I have purchased a house and are in the process of moving in together. Everything is going well, except for one thing: “Walter” does not want me to bring any of the furniture my mother gave me.

My mother has kept several couches, rugs and other household items in storage for me, and I love these pieces.

Walter has expressed the desire to simply buy new items rather than use what was left to me, which I find disrespectful, not only to me, but to my family. I tried to compromise by donating many of these items and only keeping a handful, but he wants all of it gone.

Annie, this is causing a major rift. I refuse to give away items my mother left me simply because he is being stubborn. Walter thinks I am being difficult and that dumping these things is no big deal. His cavalier attitude makes me even more upset. I would never ask him to donate an entire storage locker of items from his family because I disliked the style or wished for new things.

I don’t want to resent Walter over this. Any suggestions?

-- War of the Roses

Dear Roses:

We see that you have made concessions about the furniture and donated some of it. Has Walter made any concessions? It’s his turn. He should agree to keep most of the remaining pieces, provided they are in good condition. If he has legitimate objections, he should voice them.

This may seem like a minor disagreement, but if Walter refuses any compromise, then you are getting a small sample of every decision the two of you will make in the future.

Please don’t assume his attitude will mellow. Get some premarital counseling so Walter can understand that his autocratic style is not going to create a happy marriage.

Dear Annie: I am at my wit’s end when it comes to

my husband’s behavior. Whenever my opinion does not coincide with his, he plugs his ears, walks away or filibusters. I have reached the point where I refrain from giving my opinion since every time I do, he accuses me of trying to start a fight.

How can I make him see how destructive his ear plugging is to our marriage? Any help would be greatly appreciated. -- Lonesome Wife

Dear Lonesome:

We know 2-year-olds who behave with more maturity than your husband. Is there someone he respects (a relative, friend, clergyperson) who would referee for the two of you and make it clear that married couples have a responsibility to listen to one another?

A spouse who disagrees with your opinion is welcome to say so, calmly and respectfully. But plugging one’s ears or otherwise preventing you from expressing yourself is childish and damaging. If your husband won’t listen to any third-party suggestions, please get some counseling and see whether you can find different ways to cope -- or whether you want to. l

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here is some good news in this dismal economy when it comes to the fastest growing careers of 2015.

Even with rising unemployment and many blue-chip industries across the world still struggling, the future prospects for certain types of careers actually look good; according to the US government’s own figures. Whatever your situation now, if you have concerns about your future career, you may want to try and position yourself now in a career that has long-term prospects and the potential for future growth.

Many of these growing careers require job training or an advanced degree; however, with today’s variety in educational programs (online, traditional colleges, etc.), it has never been easier to achieve your career goals.

If you have paid any attention to the news lately, it should not be surprising that many of these careers are in the medical field. The other area that has the largest annual job openings, which may be a little disheartening for many of us, is the food and beverage service industry. In other words, these are fast-food jobs, where pay is minimum and there is a high turnover rate.

University of Wisconsin-Waukesha Professor Shubhangi Stalder may not make you love math, but she will make you better at it. By using innovative classroom techniques, mindfulness training and a tireless support for her students, her courses have seen success rates that are often 30 percent greater than at other colleges.

It’s a big reason why she was awarded one of this year’s prestigious UW System Teaching Excellence Awards, presented annually to two of the top professors in the state.

When students attend UW-Waukesha, they can expect Dr. Stalder’s level of commitment from every instructor. Small class sizes guarantee they’ll get the oneon-one instruction they deserve. The fact that 93 percent of our faculty members hold a Ph.D. or terminal degree means they’re learning from an expert who knows their stuff. Our completion rate for students transferring to a UW four-year – the best in the UW System – shows that what we do here works.

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GOOD NEWS ABOUT YOU!

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ver nearly 30 years of teaching leadership skills and four years of conducting backbone bootcamps, I have learned some important things about you. Yes, you.

As good as you are, you have the capacity to be better.

Most people know this deep down inside; yet hesitate to challenge themselves too seriously. Why? There are many reasons, but most center around fear of embarrassing themselves, making a significant mistake, or looking like sycophants (butt kissers). Others are pretty comfortable where they are and fear that pushing further may cause them to lose what they have.

You are stronger than you think. It is not unusual for people who feel fear to retreat from it. The comfort zone is a trusted place of safety! But for those who systematically—and in small increments—act in the face of fear, they accomplish things they would never have dreamed possible.

You can, too.

You are strong enough to deal with conflict. Nobody likes conflict, especially when it comes with heated emotion and bad behavior. But conflict is the outcome of expressing different points of view gained through experience, upbringing, and the like. In itself, conflict is not bad. If you accept it as an opportunity to learn from people who think or believe differently than you, it becomes a welcome means of growth. Yes, you are strong enough and smart enough to adopt this mindset.

Aggressive people are no more confident than you are.

However, they have learned how to use their voices, posture and position to get what they want. When you understand this and refuse to be bullied by it, you gain freedom to go about your business in a professional manner. You need not try to change them, but you don’t need to be cowed by them, either.

Your perspective is important and valued. You have a view of life that is unlike that of anyone else. Your upbringing, education, experience, and yes, even mistakes, give you a perspective that is unique. When added to the other perspectives around you, a much bigger picture emerges. We need what you know in order to understand the world better.

Your courage in strengthening yourself inspires others to do the same. Not everyone, of course. There are people who believe they have everything figured out and if only

you would do what they say, all would be well with the world. Trouble is, things change all the time and unless we keep learning and growing, we will soon be left in the dust.

Your ability to chuckle at difficult and embarrassing moments releases you from the fear of what others think and supports your determination to grow. Everyone—yes, everyone—has something that they’d rather not have others know. The more closely you hold secrets of past mistakes, the more deeply you drive fear. Now, I’m not suggesting that you walk around declaring the dopey things you’ve done. But I am suggesting that the past is in the rear view mirror and your journey lies ahead. Keep your focus in the right place.

Bottom line is that you are a strong, capable woman with substantial upside potential. Expect challenge— maybe lots of challenge!—as you continue your journey. Instead of crying, “Why me?” change your response to, “Now this” and work your way through it. For proof that you can move forward, simply look back on what you have already accomplished.

Finally, look for support along the way. You can’t do life on your own. Well, maybe you can, but it’s not much fun and it’s certainly not very satisfying. There are a lot of people who have learned important lessons they are eager to share. Find them. Talk to them about your goals. Listen to them. Try things they suggest. Keep track of what you are doing and what is happening as a result.

You will discover that growth happens in tiny steps until one day you find a different you in the mirror. One who is more confident, peaceful, happy and productive. Given all this good news, what are you waiting for? Call me to talk about a bootcamp for you. l •••• Susan Marshall is an author and speaker whose book, “How to Grow a Backbone: 10 Strategies for Gaining Power and Influence at Work,” has been translated into multiple languages and is especially popular in Asia. Her work is dedicated to building strong leaders who create successful organizations, transform school systems, and develop leaders at all levels.

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FINANCE | with Carrie Schwab-Pomerantz

Can You Spend Money on Fun Without Feeling Guilty?

Dear Carrie: I’m feeling a little overwhelmed by all the things I need to save for. From retirement and emergency funds to my son’s college account and home repairs -- on top of trying to pay extra on the mortgage and student loans -- I feel as if I have very little left over for anything else. I know these bigger things are important, but sometimes I just want to splurge on something fun. How can I spend my money without feeling guilty? -- A Reader Dear Reader:

I’m impressed with your question. Most people have the opposite problem. They overspend on the fun and put saving on the back burner. So first give yourself a big round of applause for being so responsible. Then cut yourself some slack -- because though preparing for the future is important, especially saving for retirement, so is enjoying the present. And I believe that you can do both. It just takes organization and prioritization -- plus the flexibility to make changes if life throws you some curveballs.

TAKE A FRESH LOOK AT YOUR ESSENTIAL EXPENSES

It sounds as if you have a pretty well-thought-out budget and you’re good at sticking to it. That’s great. However, if you’ve earmarked all of your income toward necessities plus savings, maybe now’s the time to review where your money is going and see whether there might be some wiggle room.

First, focus on your necessities, such as your mortgage, utilities, transportation, insurance, food and clothing, and tuition. Don’t forget to factor in any payments toward consumer debt or annual obligations, such as real estate taxes.

This exercise should reaffirm that everything is covered.

REVIEW YOUR SAVINGS GOALS

Let’s start with your emergency fund. The common recommendation is to have three to six months’ worth of living expenses in an easily accessible account to cover yourself and your family should someone be unable to work because of illness or a job loss. How close are you to meeting this goal? Once you have the money set aside, that’s one fewer savings obligation.

You also mention home repairs. This, too, can be a finite goal. Actual maintenance costs vary year to year, so having a certain amount of cash set aside for immediate repairs is a good idea. However, you might also consider a home equity line of credit if you have sufficient equity in your home. This will add to your debt load (and you must always pay the minimum due every month) but this can 18 | WISCONSIN WOMAN October 2015

also give you more flexibility as you save for multiple goals.

Now review your projections for both college and retirement savings. (Schwab MoneyWise has good college savings and retirement calculators.) Though it’s always good to be a conscientious saver -- especially for retirement -- it’s possible that you’ve set your bar a bit too high. If you haven’t reviewed your progress for a while, now would be a good time to see how you’re doing. Perhaps you’ll be able to cut back just a little on your monthly contributions and still meet your ultimate goals. If not, you’ll need to look for other places to make trade-offs.

DON’T LET ‘GOOD’ DEBT GET YOU DOWN

Though keeping on top of debt should always be part of financial management, you may be able to take a step back when it comes to paying extra on your mortgage and your student loans. That’s because both fall into what we call “good debt,” meaning they are generally low-cost and have potential tax, as well as personal advantages. So even though it’s always nice to pay down debt, paying off “good debt” is not so important as paying off credit card debt. (Of course, you never want to be late with your minimum payments.)

Bottom line, it’s a tough call. You could consider stopping your overpayments until you get a raise or have disposable income from another source. It’s all a matter of balance.

MAKE SOME ROOM FOR DISCRETIONARY SPENDING

Budgeting is about creating buckets for each area of expenditure. For many people, discretionary spending -- the bucket for fun -- is inordinately large. It seems to me that your discretionary bucket may be too small or even nonexistent.

As you look at your overall budget, make sure you now add in the bucket for fun and start filling it. See where you can carve even just a bit of extra money out of your monthly income for such things as entertainment and a family vacation. You might also put a good portion of any unexpected money -- for instance, a bonus, a refund or a gift -- toward your discretionary spending.

Make this as important a goal as the others. That doesn’t mean you’ll always be able to contribute to it -- life has a way of presenting financial challenges -- but don’t always put it last, either. Just keep filling this bucket as regularly as you can.

The main point is that with money earmarked especially for the nice-to-haves -- whatever they may be -- when you do choose to spend it, you can do so freely without worry that you’re jeopardizing some other aspect of your financial life. And speaking of fun, just think how much fun you and your family will have watching that money grow and planning what you’ll do with it. Enjoy! l CARRIE SCHWAB-POMERANTZ, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER, IS PRESIDENT OF THE CHARLES SCHWAB FOUNDATION AND AUTHOR OF “THE CHARLES SCHWAB GUIDE TO FINANCES AFTER FIFTY,” AVAILABLE IN BOOKSTORES NATIONWIDE. READ MORE AT HTTP://SCHWAB.COM/BOOK.

LIFESTYLE | In Fashion

Ready, Set, Fall

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risp air, leaves changing, and smells of autumn. Oh how our senses and emotional responses behave during this time of year! When autumn approaches, the first thing I think about is pumpkins and the smell of fall cooking, vibrant foliage, and pulling out my boots and sweaters! It may not seem like it takes much to awaken the senses; however, it puts the appreciation back into why seasonal change and living in the Midwest has its advantages.

We cannot forget about the other favorite pastime during fall. The start to football season. If you are invited to a football party, you will still want to remain stylish, while making it clear which team you are rooting for. Mix it up by wearing skinny jeans, cute brown boots or an ankle boot, with a rich solid color of your go-to-team, try throwing on a boyfriend cardigan or a scarf with the teams’ accent color. You can take this look out afterwards and not feel so branded.

The big question is what to purchase and look for this season. The trends this fall will be slightly

into fashion!

more polished than last year. The colors will be bold with pops of bright prints and frosty pastels. Coats will have interesting cuts, longer lengths and slightly more puff than in the past.

Faux-fur stoles will be an added dimension to one’s look - try wrapping a thin belt around the waist to keep the thrown over the shoulder stole in place.

Yes, ladies, turtlenecks are coming back! Pull them out of your drawers and layer them best underneath a short sleeved or sleeveless dress. Adding in chic patchwork, velvets in rich opulent colors or brocade pieces, will give a new, fresh & flirty feminine look to your style.

How to accessorize it all….well, the bling is back! Femininity and polished looks in jewelry will be present.

Brooches were shown down the fall

runways by both Prada and Balenciaga.

Big earrings were everywhere at Paris fashion week, as well as stacked kitten heels that reflect a platform chunky look. Sky high heels are not the only look to complement an outfit this fall; lady loafers will keep you comfortable and stylish.

Enjoy the cool nights and crisp autumn feelings that come during this time of year. Keep your look on point by layering up and trying to integrate new pieces into your wardrobe. It is a must for freshening up your looks and mixing up your fall style. Ready, Set, Fall into Fashion. l Jessica Little, MSL Fashion Industry Professional/Instructor Stay Lovely!

REBOOTING IT: Fall 2015 Footwear Trends

BY SHARON MOSLEY

The favorite “shoe” of the new fashion season isn’t really a “shoe” at all. It’s a boot. Wearing a new pair of thigh-highs or ankle boots is one of the fastest ways to step up the style in your wardrobe this fall. Do some fancy footwork and slip into one or more of these trends right now. Change your shoes. Change your life. Time to reboot! n The thigh-high boot. Yes, they may be a little extreme, but these taller boots possess sky-high style. These over-theknee boots are best with a little built-in stretch. They can be worn over slim pants or skinny jeans, or you can wear them like tights, pairing them with shorter dresses and skirts. Or maybe all you need is a long coat! n The lace-up boot. This is not your traditional granny boot. Think a little more equestrian-inspired, with a boho folkloric twist. Find lace-ups in all kinds of styles -- from funky flats to dramatic thigh-highs. n The Chelsea boot (aka the Beatle boot). A rock ‘n’ roll favorite, this flat ankle boot may be one of the most

comfortable ways to put some cool back into your wardrobe.

Go for a pointed toe and a few buckles for even more of a rocker look. Wear them with cropped culottes or shorter skirts and bare legs for an updated vibe. You can find the chic pricey versions at Louis Vuitton and Chanel, but check out other retailers, such as J.Crew, for more affordable choices. n The moto boot. This punk-inspired boot rides into fall in all shapes and sizes. Check out chunky-soled work boots with lots of metal hardware, or try lace-up combat styles.

These boots bring the rough-and-tough aesthetic that gives your outfits attitude. Team them with mini-skirts, dresses or lace socks for even more punk pop.

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Tricks for Your Treats CHILI MAC CUP CONCOCTION: Use a regular muffin pan to bake mac and cheese cups – a fun twist on the kids’ favorite.

The macaroni cups are the perfect chili topper for a hearty fall favorite.

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n LITTLE MONSTERS MOCKTAIL: Play mixologist with a perfect potion recipe featuring a few easy ingredients: apple juice, club soda and delicious drops of flavor concentrates in taste-tempting Cinnamon Graham and Creamy Vanilla Custard flavors. Serve up these mad scientist mixtures in food-safe plastic beakers.

CANDY CORN CRAZE: Halloween wouldn’t be the same without candy, especially candy corn. Wow guests with your inventive use of the iconic Halloween flavor.

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n THE GUEST OF HORROR: You can’t have a mad scientist Halloween party without Frankenstein. This easy buttercream cake makes a big state­ment, a fantastic centerpiece for your sweets table and will make others green with envy over your decorating skills.

FRANKENSTEIN CAKE

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6 cups favorite cake recipe or mix

4 cups Wilton White Ready-To-Use Decorator Icing (4.5-pound tub) Wilton Color Right Performance Color System Black Icing Pouch with Tips Large Candy Eyeballs Tools: 6-by-3-inch Round Pan

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Prepare cake according to box instruc­tions and make two layers using 6-inch round pans. Bake and cool on cooling grid.

Prepare Spring Green icing using this color tint formula from the Wilton Color Right Performance Color System: 4 cups icing + 30 Y + 6 B. Stack layers on cake plate for a two-layer cake, using leveler as needed. Ice cake sides smooth with green icing.

Use black pouch icing without tip to cover top of cake.

Use tip of spatula to create spiral effect. Use black pouch icing with star tip to pipe pull-out bangs around top edge and two hair strands on cake top.

Prepare a disposable decorating bag with green icing; cut a hole in point of bag the size of tip 3. Attach candy eyeballs with dots of green icing. Pipe green eyelids.

Use black pouch icing with round tip to pipe dot nose and neck bolts, outline mouth and stitches.

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APPLE PIE POTION

Makes: 8-10 servings

1 bottle (1 liter) club soda, chilled

5 cups apple juice, chilled

7 drops Wilton Treatology Warm Cinnamon Graham Flavor Concentrate

3 drops Wilton Treatology Creamy Vanilla Custard Flavor Concentrate

4 drops Yellow Color

1 drop Blue Color

In large pitcher, combine club soda, apple juice, Warm Cinnamon Graham and Vanilla Custard flavors and colors. Whisk until well combined. Serve immediately or chill until ready to serve.

CANDY CORN CUPCAKES

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1 package (16.25 ounces) white cake mix Egg whites, water, vegetable oil to prepare mix

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3 drops Wilton Yellow Color Right Performance Color

1 package (10 ounces) Wilton Limited Edition Candy Corn Candy Melts Candy

1/4 cup heavy whipping cream

2/3 cup solid vegetable shortening

2 tablespoons honey

1 teaspoon Imitation Clear Vanilla Extract

2 cups confectioners’ sugar (about 1/2 pound) Candy corn for garnish (optional) Heat oven to 350°F. Prepare muffin pans with baking cups.

In large bowl, beat cake mix, egg whites, water and colors with electric mixer at low speed 30 seconds. Scrape bottom and sides of bowl; beat at medium speed 2 minutes. Divide batter evenly among baking cups, filling about 2/3 full.

Bake 18-20 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool cupcakes in pans on cooling grid 5 minutes. Remove from pans; cool completely on grid.

In medium microwave-safe container, combine Candy Corn Candy Melts Candy and heavy cream. Microwave at half (50 percent) power 1 minute. Stir. Microwave on half power in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until melts are almost melted. Stir thoroughly until mixture is smooth. Cool slightly.

In large bowl, beat shortening with electric mixer until light and fluffy. Add Candy Melts mixture and beat until smooth. Beat in honey and vanilla. Gradually add confectioners’ sugar and beat until light and fluffy. Pipe or spread onto cooled cupcakes. Top with candy corn, if using.

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MAC AND CHEESE CUPS WITH CHILI Makes: 24 servings

2 tablespoons butter

1/4 cup all-purpose flour

2 cups milk

8 ounces white American cheese, shredded

1 package (8 ounces) Monterey Jack cheese, shredded

1/4 teaspoon onion powder

1/4 teaspoon dry mustard

1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

1 package (16 ounces) elbow pasta, cooked and kept warm

2 cans (25 ounces each) chili

Heat oven to 350°F. Prepare two muffin pans with vegetable pan spray.

In large pan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir flour into butter and cook 2 minutes on medium heat, stirring con­stantly. Gradually whisk milk into flour mixture and cook until thickened, stir­ring constantly. Reduce heat to low and stir in cheeses, onion powder, dry mustard and pepper. Stir in cooked pasta.

Divide evenly into prepared pans. Bake 15 minutes or until bubbly. Cool in pans 15 minutes.

Meanwhile, in saucepan, heat chili according to package directions. Serve each macaroni cup on top of 1/4 cup chili.

Tip: To make ahead, refrigerate macaroni and cheese cups in muffin pans after baking. When ready to serve, remove from pans and microwave 30-45 seconds each until heated through.

BOOKs OF THE MONTH WISCONSIN WOMAN STAFF PICKS

H IS FOR HAWK

By Helen Macdonald Winner of the 2014 Samuel Johnson Prize * Named the Costa Book of the Year * #1 bestseller in the UK When Helen Macdonald’s father died suddenly on a London street, she was devastated. An experienced falconer—Helen had been captivated by hawks since childhood—she’d never before been tempted to train one of the most vicious predators, the goshawk. But in her grief, she saw that the goshawk’s fierce and feral temperament mirrored her own. Resolving to purchase and raise the deadly creature as a means to cope with her loss, she adopted Mabel, and turned to the guidance of The Once and Future King author T.H. White’s chronicle The Goshawk to begin her challenging endeavor. Projecting herself “in the hawk’s wild mind to tame her” tested the limits of Macdonald’s humanity and changed her life. Heart-wrenching and humorous, this book is an unflinching account of bereavement and a unique look at the magnetism of an extraordinary beast, with a parallel examination of a legendary writer’s eccentric falconry. Obsession, madness, memory, myth, and history combine to achieve a distinctive blend of nature writing and memoir from an outstanding literary innovator.

ALL THE OLD KNIVES

By Olen Steinhauer’s

Six years ago in Vienna, terrorists took over one hundred hostages, and the rescue attempt went terribly wrong. The CIA’s Vienna station was witness to this tragedy, gathering intel from its sources during those tense hours, assimilating facts from the ground and from an agent on the inside. So when it all went wrong, the question had to be asked: Had their agent been compromised, and how?

Two of the CIA’s case officers in Vienna, Henry Pelham and Celia Harrison, were lovers at the time, and on the night of the hostage crisis, Celia decided she’d had enough. She left the agency, married and had children, and is now living an ordinary life in the idyllic town of Carmel-by-the-Sea. Henry is still a case officer in Vienna, and traveled to California to see her one more time, to relive the past, maybe, or to put it behind him once and for all.

But neither of them can forget that long-ago question: Had their agent been compromised? If so, how? Each also wonders what role tonight’s dinner companion might have played in the way the tragedy unfolded six years ago.

All the Old Knives is a New York Times bestseller. This is Olen Steinhauer’s most intimate, most cerebral, and most shocking novel to date.

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Celebrate Arts THE

WAUKESHA CIVIC THEATRE

October is filled with fall activities from Harvest Festivals to Craft Fairs, but did you know it also marks National Arts and Humanities Month?

Organizations throughout the United States hold special events and highlight existing activities throughout the month-long awareness campaign. Come Celebrate the Arts with us at Wisconsin Woman Magazine and our advertisers to make this a month full of creativity!

The Waukesha Civic Theatre’s mission is to provide quality live theatre performances and educational opportunities that will enrich, challenge and entertain both participants and audience members. We have been Waukesha’s cultural cornerstone since 1957, located in the PIX theater building since 1999.

The 2015-2016 season includes over 100 entertainment and artistic opportunities, year-round classes, outreach programs, and community partnerships. We have 7 Mainstage shows each season, a Random Acts of Entertainment series, and a comprehensive Academy at Civic Theatre (ACT) program. We also offer outreach opportunities through our Civic Broadway Singers, Civic Senior Players, and education programs. More information is available at www.waukeshacivictheatre.org.

Celebrate Arts THE

WAUKESHA CIVIC THEATRE

Waukesha’s First Choice For Quality, Live Entertainment 59th Mainstage Season

A Little Night Music

Sept 18-Oct 4, 2015

The Turn Of The Screw

October 30-November 15, 2015

Candy Cane Tales & Holiday Carols

December 4-20, 2015

Almost, Maine

February 5-21, 2016

Leading Ladies

March 4-20, 2016

Annie Get Your Gun

April 29-May 15, 2016

Fawlty Towers

June 3-19, 2016

Box Office Hours: Tuesday - Friday from noon to 5 pm

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All proceeds go to charity.

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One Level - Wide Aisles • Sorry no Strollers Shuttle Bus 9am-2pm Food Pantry Donations Appreciated

Over 90 juried exhibitors

The Oconomowoc Arts Center is embarking on its seventh season, highlighted by a diverse array of critically acclaimed regional and national favorites, including legendary television, screen and Broadway stars, a world renowned orchestral program, a musical comedy by Milwaukee’s award-winning theater companies, amazing local artists and more.

“As the Oconomowoc Arts Center opens the curtain on this season, we are finding our niche in the community and are attracting crowds of all ages and interests. The entertainment and programming will inspire and delight returning audiences and build new audiences, to this fast becoming one of the cultural gems of the Lake Country area,” said OAC director, Michael Duncan.

The Arts Center is located at 641 East Forest Street in Oconomowoc and is part of the Oconomowoc Area School District. Box Office hours are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from noon to 5 p.m. and Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m. In addition, the box office is open 90 minutes prior to events. You can reach the box office by calling 262-560-3172 or visit the website at www.theoac.net for more information.

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If You Want to Raise a Healthy Kid,

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Stop Kidding Yourself

eople leading active, healthy lifestyles may be great parents, but let’s not kid ourselves: Raising a vibrant, engaged child these days isn’t a piece of cake.

Are cola drinks making them fat?

YES. Are smartphones taking a toll on their developing brains?

YES, AGAIN. And why did schools cancel gym and end recess when every shred of research shows that’s exactly what kids need in order to learn better, stay alert and handle stress?

OOPS. A HUGE MISTAKE. The more we learn about the challenges kids are facing, the more I’m motivated to re-issue the Theoretical University of Wellness’s first five Golden Rules of Parenting, a juicy back-to-school guide to the trying task of guiding your kids through childhood.

1. EAT REAL FOOD. You are the most important teacher your children have. If you eat well, so will they ... eventually. Some will rebel, of course, and bury Oreos in their backpacks, but all the research shows that parents are vital role models for their kids. So dig down and walk the talk: Read labels, learn to cook, limit sugar, and serve up a lot of plants, not things that were made in plants. Kiddy see, kiddy do.

2. TAKE ACTION. It’s never too late to clean up your act, not to mention your pantry. Declare your house to be a processed-food free zone -- neon magic markers are made for this -- and engage your kids in the game of getting rid of stuff with ingredients they can’t pronounce. For extra credit, start your kids growing some food: Small pots of delicious things like cherry tomatoes can cultivate healthy changes in eating habits.

As you’re roasting your kale chips, explain to them that most foods and drinks in school vending machines are “the enemy.” You don’t have to name names -- though Coke and Monsanto scream out for recognition -- but let your little ones know that this new “real food” policy is irreversible, with one exception, described below.

3. HONOR THE 80-20 RULE. No one’s perfect, and striving for perfection is what gives us headaches, back aches and sleepless nights. So as part of your real food kitchen makeover, set aside a corner shelf for your family’s special treats.

(I can find my blue corn tortilla chips in the dark.)

It’s all part of the brilliant and simple 80-20 Rule: 80 percent of the time you eat real food -- vegetables, fruits, nuts, beans, whole grains, healthy fats and fish, limited high-quality meats -- and 20 percent of the time, you’re freelancing into forbidden territory. The funny thing is, after years of eating in a balanced, nourishing way, your body stops craving junk. Wait. You’ll see. So will your kids.

4. HELP YOUR CHILD FIND HER SPORT. There’s a sport for every child. Your job is to guide yours to the one that feels like fun and brings out the best in them. Soccer can do that, but so might Aikido. If your kid isn’t wild about the traditional school sports, encourage him and especially her to explore a long list of alternatives, including wall climbing, Irish dancing and, of course, yoga. Be a cheerleader for their participation, and don’t force them to be competitive.

In general, children play to have fun. Adults play to win.

One of the biggest wins you can experience is to raise kids who are playful and active all their lives, young people who feel good about their bodies, their strengths, and understand what team spirit is all about.

5. HAVE A STRATEGY FOR STRESS. Kids have stressful lives. We all do, but when you’re young, you need parental guidance to help you notice when stress is making you cranky or tired, and what to do about it. Again, role modeling is key. If your kids see you shouting, angry, drowning your stress in a gin and tonic the size of a flower vase, they won’t have a clue how to deal with their own difficult moments. Having that stress talk with your kids is just as important as the sex talk. Try taking family instruction in meditation or mindfulness, including breathing exercises.

Learning to come back to the moment -- to calm our anxieties, to still our busy minds -- really is child’s play. l MARILYNN PRESTON -- HEALTHY LIFESTYLE EXPERT, WELL-BEING COACH AND EMMY-WINNING PRODUCER -- IS THE CREATOR OF ENERGY EXPRESS, THE LONGEST-RUNNING SYNDICATED FITNESS COLUMN IN THE COUNTRY.

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A HEALTHY CUP OF

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ews of coffee’s potential impact on health has for years gone back and forth.

Initially, concerns centered on caffeine, a naturally occurring stimulant. The positives about coffee centered on antioxidants, compounds generally associated with potential health benefits. Robert Sheeler, M.D., and medical editor of the Mayo Clinic Health Letter, says it appears coffee may be just fine for most, and possibly even of some benefit.

Here is a look at coffee’s pros and cons as related to health, based on the research.

COFFEE MAY PROTECT AGAINST: 1. Type 2 diabetes. Researchers

found that compounds in coffee -- chlorogenic acid and caffeine -- may thwart protein formation that contributes to the death of pancreas cells. Normally, pancreas cells produce insulin. An earlier study of younger and middle-aged women found that drinking two or more cups of coffee a day was associated with a substantially lower risk of Type 2 diabetes.

2. Parkinson’s disease. Numerous studies indicate regular coffee consumption may reduce the risk of Parkinson’s disease.

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3. Various cancers. A recent study found that women who drank coffee reduced their risk of endometrial cancer by 20 percent. A recent analysis of multiple studies suggests there may be a correlation between drinking coffee and a reduced risk of pancreatic cancer.

One study found that drinking an additional two cups of coffee a day was associated with a 43 percent reduced risk of liver cancer.

4. Alzheimer’s disease. A recent review of multiple studies reported there’s a trend toward a protective effect from coffee, but more study is needed to determine if the trend is significant.

COFFEE MAY POSSIBLY BE HARMFUL TO: 1. Bone health. Caffeine is known

to increase the amount of calcium that’s passed in urine. It may also interfere with how well calcium is absorbed in the digestive tract. One study found that women who drank 20 ounces of coffee -- about 2 1/2 cups -- or more on a daily basis had a modest increase in fractures related to osteoporosis. However, other studies have found that if coffee drinkers get adequate calcium, the effect is minimized.

2. Blood pressure. For people who consume coffee only occasionally, there may be a temporary rise in blood pressure. However, regular coffee drinkers appear to develop a tolerance so that there isn’t much effect on blood pressure.

3. Lung health. A recent overview of 13 different studies concluded that high or increased coffee consumption might increase the risk of lung cancer.

However, the authors of the overview also cautioned that other factors -- specifically the effects of smoking -- might have affected their findings. More study is needed to determine a connection -- if indeed there is a connection.

The bottom line is, for most healthy adults, moderate doses of caffeine -- 200 to 300 mg a day, which is two or three cups of regular brewed coffee -- are fine. Coffee is among the top10 food sources of antioxidants, and it’s also a major source of chlorogenic acid, which is one of its star players for antioxidant activity. Antioxidant activity associated with coffee has been linked to protective effects on multiple diseases, including cancer and cardiovascular diseases. l

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PETS | of the month

Wisconsin Woman Magazine Staffs

P E T S of the m nth

Cosmo & Guiness Izzy 1 Year Old This is Izzy, our year-old yellow lab. She was born on May 5, 2014 and is a great addition to our family.

She is a happy, energetic pup who loves to play ball. The minute we walk in the door she is ready to go out and play fetch, over and over and over! She is so lovable and cuddly, and enjoys being the center of attention. Besides playing ball, she enjoys long walks, the Nashotah dog park, car rides and playing with her dog friends: Puddin, Elsa and Angus.

7 and 10 Cosmo is a mini dachshund with a lot of attitude and spunk. He loves relaxing in the sun when he’s not bothering his big brother Guiness. Our Beagle, Guiness, spends most of his time looking for food. When he’s not busy sniffing around, he likes to cuddle up on the sofa in his blanket.

Sugar & Lilly

Brothers Forever Uno is 5 - his brother Clark is 2 Originally wanting another dog to keep Uno company when he was three, as when I walk out the front door and leave them home, they automatically miss us. And, when I found out that his mom & dad (dame & sire) had another litter, I was all for getting another pup.

Uno helped me train his brother Clark starting at 7 weeks old. Now they’re best buds til the end - they wrestle, play, swim-always stick together. Coming to my house, you can expect to be greeted with their stuffed animals in their mouths and YES - between the two of them, there’s about 200 lbs of dog. They’re not tiny, but they are gentle.

Mulligan 3 Year Old Mulligan, aka “Mully”, is our 3 year-old Labrador. She loves car rides and climbing on the furniture she is not supposed to climb on!

Her determination shows when playing with her tennis balls, she is able to carry two in her mouth and continuously works at getting the third one in as well! She is a great companion and we can’t imagine our lives without her!

Sugar & Precious

Sugar, the cat, is Lilly’s number one cuddler.

Sugar will be celebrating her 3rd birthday this November. Precious is a very lovable companion. She enjoys spending her days hanging out in her box as she looks out the window.

Precious

P E T of the m nth You know your pet is the best pet on earth — isn’t it time the rest of the world knew it, too? Wisconsin Woman Magazine‘s Pet of the Month gives you and your pet the chance to appear in our magazine. So start snapping photos — your pet deserves to be a star!

Email a photo of your pet to editorial@ twwmag.com (label subject line with: Pet of the Month) along with a description of your pet and what makes your pet so special.

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October October 2, 7 pm Grazyna Auguscik Group Special Concert Polish Center of Wisconsin, 6941 S. 68th Street, Franklin Singer, composer, arranger, and producer, Grazyna Auguscik, has won the praise and admiration of music critics, enthusiasts and nonjazz audiences with a singular voice that speaks a universal language.

Her group has toured all over the world and is looking forward to performing in Milwaukee. Call 414-5292140 to order tickets.

October 2, 3, 9, 19, 7:30 pm October 4 & 11, 2 pm Godspell North Middle School Auditorium, N88 W16750 Garfield Dr., Menomonee Falls The Falls Patio Players present a masterful retelling of the original sensation, injected with contemporary references and dazzling new arrangements. A small group of people help Jesus Christ tell different parables by using a wide variety of games, storytelling techniques, and a hefty dose of comic timing. An eclectic blend of songs ranging in style from pop to vaudeville is employed as the story of Jesus’ life dances across the stage. Dissolving hauntingly into the Last Supper and the Crucifixion, Jesus’ message of kindness isn’t lost. For tickets, visit www.fallspatioplayers.com.

For more information, call 262-255-8372.

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ACTIVITIES FOR ALL

October 3, 2015, 10am - 4pm “Elements of Style” Washington Highlands, tour headquarters located at 6194 Washington Circle, Wauwatosa Each year since 1989, the Wauwatosa Historical Society has been making history intriguing as well as educational through its annual Tour of Homes. The one-day event celebrates the preservation of Wauwatosa homes in neighborhoods that illustrate the rich history and significant architecture of Wauwatosa. Volunteer docents lead visitors through the homes and provide carefully researched information about the homes’ histories. Tickets may be purchased in advance on the Wauwatosa Historical Society website or on the day of the tour.

October 3, 9 am to 4:30 pm Fall University Day: “All About Wool” The Wisconsin Museum of Quilts & Fiber Arts, N50 W5050 Portland Road, Cedarburg “All About Wool” affords individuals an opportunity to try their hand at a new wool fiber art technique, refine an art or craft that they already practice, or witness an expert demonstrate his or her art. The registration fee includes the keynote, workshops, raffle, catered lunch, wool wearables fashion show, complimentary guest passes, admission to the gallery exhibit, and an opportunity to socialize with those who share similar interests. The event is funded in part by a Wisconsin Arts Board grant. More information about this program, as well as all educational programs at the WMQFA, is available on our website, www. wiquiltmuseum.com.

October 3, 10 am – 3 pm Fire Safety Fair Fire Department Station #2, N115 W18752 Edison Drive, Germantown Fire Safety Fair includes fire apparatus from Germantown and neighboring communities, vendors of safety-related products, demonstrations of house fires, car fires, auto extrication, sprinkler systems, and many others. The fair also includes free lunch. The fair is open to the public and free of charge.

October 3, 9:30 am 5K registration and run, 12:30 pm the walk begins AIDS Walk Wisconsin and 5K Run Henry W. Maier Festival Park, Summerfest grounds, 200 N Harbor Drive, Milwaukee AIDS Walk Wisconsin and 5K Run is the largest HIV fundraising event in Wisconsin. Now in its 26th year, the Walk/Run has raised more than $11.8 million for the fight against AIDS. Taking place along Milwaukee’s lakefront, the event has brought together more than 109,000 walkers and volunteers since 1990, who raise pledges to help people with HIV live longer, healthier lives.

The event starts and finishes at the Summerfest Grounds. Highlights include morning entertainment and activities, continental breakfast and an opening program with special guests. The route is fully supported with themed rest stops, medical support, and food/water.

October 3 Scandinavian Festival Ronald Reagan Elementary School, 4225 South Calhoun Road, New Berlin The Nordic Council of Wisconsin presents the twenty-fifth annual indoor Scandinavian Festival which will include live Scandinavian music, energetic ethnic dancing, fun-filled children’s parade, festive fashion show and the headline Abba Salute. The Salute is quite literally the most accurate tribute band on the planet! There will also be arts & crafts and sales exhibits representing Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden. Raffle prizes, and ethnic foods. For additional information visit nordiccouncil.com.

October 4, 1 - 2 pm Word With A Bird Schlitz Audubon Nature Center Get a beak-to-beak view of one of SANC’s feathered ambassadors. A raptor handler will be showcasing one of our many birds of prey. SANC’s falcons, hawks, owls, Turkey Vulture & Bald Eagles will appear on a rotating basis. This program is handicap accessible. Free with Center Admission.

October 4, 8 am 10th Anniversary Walk for Aurora Zilber Family Hospice Charles Hart Park 7300 Chestnut St., Wauwatosa The 10th Anniversary Walk for Aurora Zilber Family Hospice begins and ends at beautiful Hart Park in Wauwatosa. All proceeds raised from the event benefit Aurora Zilber Family Hospice. Zilber Family Hospice has provided end-of-life care with compassion, dignity and respect to more than 4500 men, women and children. The team of caregivers at Zilber provides physical, emotional and spiritual needs to the patients and families. The Walk will be held rain or shine. Register today at Zilberwalk.kintera.org/10anniversary October 4, 1 – 4 pm Applefest New Berlin Historical Park, 19765 National Ave., New Berlin Applefest is the last Open House of the season. There will be many hands-on activities for all ages. This is a family-friendly, free event and will give participants a chance to visit pioneer homes, check out exhibits in the museum and gift shop. Kids will enjoy barrel rides, shelling corn and making cider. Apples, honey, pumpkins, and corn stalks will be available for purchase. There will be homemade desserts and beverages available.

For additional information visit www. newberlinhistoricalsociety.org.

October 8, 7 – 8 pm Pruning Small Trees and Shrubs Brookfield Public Library, 1900 N. Calhoun Road, Brookfield Learn the how and why of pruning small trees and shrubs properly.

Certified Arborist August Hoppe from Hoppe Tree Service will discuss the types of styles, equipment and techniques used for healthy pruning with confidence! For additional information call 262-782-4140.

October 9, 10, 16, 17, 23 & 24, 7:30 pm October 25, 2 pm Haunted Houses The Village Playhouse, Inspiration Studio, 1500 S. 73rd St., West Allis “Haunted Houses,” written by Wisconsin playwright, Ludmilla Bollow, opens in an abandoned farmhouse, which is being set up for a Haunted House tour by two women and their teenage children. An eccentric caretaker relates weird tales about the house, and that of a movie company, Scream Productions, left unexpectedly during filming. Strange and frightening events take place while the new group tries to install their own pseudo scares. Family clashes intermingle with the frightening happenings. A perfect evening of shivers for the Halloween Season.

Please call Judy Lee at 262-408-5951 for more information.

October 10 Family Free Day Milwaukee County Zoo, 10001 W Bluemound Rd, Milwaukee.

Bring your family, friends and neighbors because Zoo admission is FREE! Regular parking and concession fees still apply.

October 10, 11 am October 11, 10 am Cedarburg Oktoberfest Cedarburg’s newest festival is free and located within a huge tent in the heart of this historic destination town. You will hear authentic German music all day long and enjoy dancers in native costume plus fabulous German foods, beers and wine all weekend. There are live daily shows, a Sheepshead tournament, Beer Bucket Races, a Wife Carrying Contest and Outhouse Races (four pushers and one sitter). Kids games and activities and a German marketplace are also on the grounds.

October 15, 5:50 – 8:00 pm Futures Free From Violence: Team Trivia Night Milwaukee Public Market, 400 N. Water Street, Milwaukee Team up against family violence by joining Milwaukee area young professionals for a trivia night!

The event features: team trivia con-

test with prizes, appetizers, drinks and Purple Door Ice Cream, raffle items from local businesses, wine and craftOctober 4, 5 – 10 pm Third Ward, Milwaukee beer pull. Tickets are available in ad-October 5 - 6, 9 am – The Third Ward Art Festival returns to the vance or at the door. All proceeds10 pm heart of Milwaukee’s thriving arts and fashion disbenefit The Women’s Center’s freeTHE WISCONSIN trict, the Historic Third Ward, for two dynamic days programs and services that helpHIGHLAND GAMES of artwork exploration, live music, and flavorful women and children heal and breakWaukesha Expo Center, food from neighboring spots. Featuring a robust the cycle of violence. For additional1000 Northview Rd., display of mediums including ceramics, fiber, information contact ddossett@Waukesha glass, jewelry, sculpture, mixed media, paintings, twcwaukesha.org or 262-522-3805.

The sound of the drawings, photography, printmaking, wood, and pipes... the mighty furniture, the festival will showcase an array of art, October 16 – November 15 strength of the athletes... with an ample selection available for $100 or First Stage presents James the leaping grace of the less. and the Giant Peach dancers... the Wisconsin Todd Wehr Theater, Marcus Center for the Highland Games are Performing Arts, 929 N. Water Street, back, Labor Day Week- October 5-7, 11 am - 3 pm Milwaukee end in Waukesha! It’s a GRAND CHAMPION CHEESE When James is sent by his con-weekend of affordable TASTING & SALE niving aunts to chop down their oldCeltic fun for the entire Elegant Farmer, 1545 Main St, Mukwonago Straight from the state fair, taste the best of fruit tree, he discovers a magic po-family, kids 12 and unthe best enjoying this year’s Grand Champion tion, which results in a tremendousder get in free. Explore peach – and launches a journey ofyour family history, hurl a and Blue Ribbon award-winning artisan and specialty cheeses throughout Labor Day Weekend. enormous proportions. Suddenlybattle-axe, check out James finds himself in the center ofthe kilts, play with the Unique varieties, sampling and 10% off all the gigantic peach among hu-dogs, or have a pint at cheese will be offered throughout the event. man-sized insects with equally over-the pub with some auOurmusic! board-certified practitioners October family 6, 7 – 10 nurse pm sized personalities. Thanks to James’thentic Celtic quick wit and creative thinking, the OUTDOOR SUMMER MOVIE will work with you to develop a personalized residents learn to live and work to-October 4, noon – Veterans Park, plan to prevent yourMilwaukee health gether as a family. Roald Dahl’s storymidnight 1010disease, N. Lincoln improve Memorial Drive, 5 – 7, help 9 am –you stayEnjoy comes hilariously to life in this musicalOctober and FREE family-friendly well.a We’ll even sendmovie yourin the of epic proportions. For everyone10 pm park! The movie, E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial (PG), bevisit LION’S summary directly toFood youranddoctor. ages 6 and up. Tickets may be pur-OAK CREEK gins at dusk. beverages are available chased by calling 414-273-7206 or on-FEST 2015 for purchase from the Gift of Wings Kite Store. line at www.firststage.org American Legion Post Call 855-WALGREENS (1-855-925-4733) October 11, 6 – 11:30 pm 434, October 12, 11 am – 11:30 Oct 16 & 17, 6 – 9 pm 9327 S. Shepard to schedule an appointment atpm a clinic Boo at the Zoo TOSAFEST Avenue, Oak Creek nearadmission you. 7615 W. State Street, Wauwatosa Milwaukee County Zoo, 10001 W Free Bluemound Rd, Milwaukee TosaFest 2015 continues Wauwatosa’s 36and parking. Food, Visit our pumpkin patch filledgames, carnival rides, year tradition of music, food, and family fun, to Located at select Walgreens: with hand-carved, glowing pump-live music on indoor celebrate the historic village and community kins. Ride the “Raven’s Rail” train. En-and outdoor Each year,Rd. proceeds from TosaFest support stages, Brookfield 2205spirit.

N. Calhoun joy many scary, family-friendly butclassic car show, Polka community projects in the areas of education, Mequon Portand Washington Rd. improvement, to ghoulishly fun activities. safety neighborhood mass, face painting,11270 bal- N. a few. loon art,Milwaukee Friday fish fry, 1400name E. Brady St.Countless volunteers work yearOctober 17, 9 am - 3 pm Brew City Wrestling and round to create a memorable event that enter6030tains W. Oklahoma Fall Harvest Art & Craft Fair and benefitsAve. the whole community. Don’t Veteran’sMilwaukee appreciation Ronald Reagan Elementary School, 4225 S. day on Monday with a miss the music, food and family fun!

South Milwaukee 2985 S. Chicago Ave. Calhoun Rd., New Berlin free meal with a military This event features over 110 re-id.

Waukesha 221 E. Sunset Dr. gional artists and crafters along with 5 -6, 10 am – 10800 W. Capitol Dr. exceptional home baked goods andOctober Wauwatosa 6 pm chili, for sale. Additional food sales will be available for lunch. Not only isTHIRD WARD ART this local event a great opportunity toFESTIVAL find some unique gifts, but it also might just be a great way to kick off the fall color season in Wisconsin!

October 17, 9 am – 4 pm Cupcake Fest Milwaukee Mitchell Park Domes, 524 S Layton Blvd, Milwaukee The sweetest festival yet, featuring cupcake activities for all ages!

Fun activities for kids of all ages. Interactive cupcake factory, community cake decorating, scavenger hunt, cupcake garden making, live photo booth, DJ dance party, vendor fair.

Regular Domes admission applies.

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